TTD to hold Purusaivari Thototsavam today
Tirupati: To commemorate the emergence of Sri Andal Goda Devi, believed to be an incarnation of Bhudevi, the authorities of TTD will celebrate the annual Purusaivari Thototsavam as part of the Sri Andal Ammavari Thiruvadipuram Sattumora in Tirumala on Wednesday.
Jewellery worth Rs 20 lakh stolen in Nellore
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Tirupati: Gold jewellery worth `20 lakh was stolen from a residence in JR Peta of Atmakur municipality in Nellore district in the early hours of Tuesday. The incident occurred while the homeowners, Padma Shekhar Reddy and Subhashini, were away. Upon returning, they discovered the missing valuables and immediately alerted the police. This incident is part of a larger crime wave, with 20 thefts reported across Sangam, Ananthasagaram, and Atmakur mandals in the past ten days. Locals accuse the police of negligence in patrolling. Meanwhile, in a separate incident, a wine shop in Nellore's Akuthota area was robbed of nearly `4 lakh. Police have launched investigations into both cases.
Entrepreneurship training drive for women launched
Tirupati: A three-day entrepreneurship training programme for aspiring women entrepreneurs began at the Women's Complex in Tirupati on Tuesday. This initiative, a collaboration between the Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC) and the International Labour Organization (ILO), aims to empower women in business.
N. Syam Mohan, Regional Skill Development Officer, outlined the training's focus on market analysis, project planning, and business regulations. Approximately 300 women are participating in the programme, benefiting from the expertise of trainers from both the ILO and APSSDC.