Fri Apr 18 04:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Andhra Pradesh & Telangana News Roundup: Cobra Strike, Political Case, and More

**Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh:** A large cobra slithered into the bungalow of TTD EO Dharma Reddy on Thursday night. A retired TTD employee, Ravinder Naidu, successfully captured the snake but was bitten in the process. He received prompt medical treatment at SVIMS Hospital and is reportedly recovering.

**Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh:** A case has been filed against former TTD chairman and YSRCP leader Bhumin Karunakar Reddy. The complaint, lodged at SVU police station by TTD board member Bhanu Prakash Reddy, alleges that Reddy made false accusations regarding cattle deaths at a goshala, hurting the sentiments of devotees.

**Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh:** The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) mayor faces a no-confidence motion, with the final 24 hours approaching. NDAlliance corporators are arriving from Malaysia, while TDP corporators will head directly to a Bhimini camp. Strict security measures, including restricted access to the GVMC premises, are in place for the upcoming council meeting.

**Tokyo, Japan:** Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is on a busy schedule in Tokyo today, April 18th, aiming to attract foreign investment and technology to the state. His itinerary includes meetings with industrialists and government representatives, focusing on investment opportunities and infrastructure development.

**Mulugu, Telangana:** Ministers Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, Seethakka, and Konda Surekha will inaugurate the Bhumi Bharathi pilot project in Mulugu district today. The project launch will take place at a convention hall in Venkatapur mandal.

**International News:**

* **Moscow, Russia:** Russia has invited several world leaders, including India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to its Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9th. However, no response has yet been received from India, while China’s President Xi Jinping has confirmed his attendance.
* **Washington D.C., USA:** Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with former US President Donald Trump, holding key discussions on tariffs. Both sides expressed optimism about a potential tariff agreement with the European Union, with Trump praising Meloni’s “amazing” demeanor.

**Entertainment & Business:**

* **India:** Realme will launch its new smartphone, Realme 14T 5G, in India on April 25th. The phone boasts a 6.7-inch AMOLED display and other advanced features.
* **India:** Mumbai Indians secured a 4-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2025.
* **India:** The movie “Arjun Son of Vijayanti” starring Kalyan Ram has been released worldwide. Reviews are mixed, with praise for the climax but criticism of the predictable screenplay.
* **India:** The Malayalam film “Empuraan,” after generating controversy, will be streaming on JioCinema on April 24th. Despite facing censorship, the film became an industry hit, grossing over ₹250 crores.

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