The over 50 representations made orally and on paper included people’s complaint that they were not compensated adequately.

Judgement of the Supreme Court of India in the matter of Land Acquisition Officer, Andhra Pradesh Vs Ravi Santosh Reddy dated 18/05/2016. The State of Andhra Pradesh acquired 53 acres of land pursuant to the notification issued under Section 4(1) of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894 on 11.05.1978. This notification included the land belonging to the Ravi Santosh Reddy's predecessors measuring around 13 acres 18 guntas situated in Nagireddy village Palli in District Nalgonda in Andhra Pradesh. It was acquired for the purpose of laying down New Broad Gauge line.

The highest of 90 deaths reported from the worst drought affected Nalgonda district followed by Mahabubnagar with 44.

Temperatures ranged between 43-46ºC in these districts with Ramagundam recording the highest.

According to Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) heatwave conditions prevailed in many parts of Khammam and Karimnagar districts.

Officials acknowledge few fatalities, do not provide relief.

The proposed 5 x 800 MW super critical Yadadri Thermal Power Project at Damarcherla of Nalgonda district ran environmental hurdles when the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) under the Ministry of En

Reeling under the scorching sun, people in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana allege official apathy.

Reeling under the scorching sun, people in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana allege official apathy.

Putting an end to the discretionary powers enjoyed by state governments in granting leases for quarrying minerals, especially major minerals,

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