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April 21, 2026
Andhra Pradesh
Business
Andhra Pradesh strikes big as Jonnagiri gold mine nears launch
The Jonnagiri project in Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh) is India’s first large-scale private gold mine since Independence and is set to begin commercial production in May. Spread over 598 hectares, it is a turning point in the mining sector of India. India imports more than 800 tones of gold every year, exerting pressure on the foreign exchange reserves. Domestic production is insignificant with Hutti Gold Mines producing only about 1.5 tonnes per year.
Tamil Nadu
Technology
FedEx, IIT Madras successfully conduct India's first Intra city Drone delivery trials in Bengaluru
Federal Express Corporation and IIT Madras have successfully complete India's firsst intra city drone delivery flight in Bengaluru. Conducted under the research framework of the FedEx SMART Centre at IIT Madras, this milestone underscores a commitment to advancing next generation, technology enabled supply chians.
Telangana
Business
Telangana govt aims to make state top tourism destination: Minister Krishna Rao
Telangana Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao on Monday said the state government aims to make the state a top tourism destination in the country by implementing comprehensive master plans for Spiritual, Heritage, and other Special Tourism Areas(STAs).