Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and enhancing bilateral relations. Modi shared insights from his recent Ukraine visit and reiterated India’s commitment to a peaceful resolution. The conversation highlighted measures to bolster the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia.

Tensions rose in Kadapa after TDP cadres dumped garbage bags in front of YSRCP Mayor Suresh Babu’s residence, protesting delays in garbage collection. This followed a heated exchange between TDP MLA Madhavi Reddy and the mayor over the issue. YSRCP responded by staging protests demanding the arrest of TDP members involved in the incident.

District Jail Superintendent B T Oblesappa was worried about teaching inmates to plant and grow saplings with a non-farming background.