Vizag Master Plan Updated for IT, Data Centre Growth
Andhra Pradesh govt updates Visakhapatnam master plan for IT/ITES & data centre boom. Plan to assess infrastructure, earmark 30,000 acres. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh govt updates Visakhapatnam master plan for IT/ITES & data centre boom. Plan to assess infrastructure, earmark 30,000 acres. Read more.
A sophisticated fake job racket in Visakhapatnam defrauded over 20 people of more than ₹54 lakh by posing as a reputed construction firm. Police warn against offers that seem too good to be true. Report scams on 1930.
Visakhapatnam saw a marginal 4% drop in road crashes in 2025, yet deaths held steady at 349. NH-16 remains the deadliest stretch. Police cite speeding, reckless driving as key causes.
Indian stock markets opened mixed on Tuesday, with Sensex declining and Nifty edging higher. Global cues from Asian markets were positive. Read the full analysis.
Water supply in several Vizag areas will be disrupted on Monday due to maintenance. Check the full list of affected wards and emergency tanker contact numbers here.
Eight individuals in Visakhapatnam lost over ₹3.5 crore to sophisticated online stock market frauds. Police warn against social media investment schemes. Read the full story for details and safety tips.
A Vizag court sentenced two individuals to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a minor. The POCSO Act ensures strict punishment for such heinous crimes. Read the full details.
VMRDA announces ambitious plan for 25,000 middle-income plots in Visakhapatnam by 2026, along with key goals for infrastructure and citizen-centric reforms. Learn about the new initiatives.
Vizag police introduce AI-powered robotic lifebuoys at 16 beaches to combat drowning deaths. The device can travel 600 meters for swift rescues. Learn how this tech enhances visitor safety.
Police data reveals a 21% surge in murders in North Andhra Pradesh for 2025, with extra-marital affairs being the primary motive in 40% of cases. Read the shocking details and district-wise breakdown.
As Visakhapatnam enters the New Year, residents voice urgent needs: easing traffic, affordable housing, and reducing pollution. Key projects like the international airport and IT hubs bring hope for 2026.
A Visakhapatnam POCSO court sentenced Kola Narasamma to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting an 8-year-old girl. The court also imposed a fine and ordered compensation.
Indian stock markets staged a recovery in early trade on December 31, 2025. The BSE Sensex climbed over 250 points after five days of decline, while the NSE Nifty rose nearly 90 points. Read the full analysis.
Visakhapatnam sees overall crime decline of 12% in 2025, with significant drops in cases against women and children. However, murders surge by 45%, posing a new challenge for police.
Vizag MP M Sribharat unveils a 30-year master plan & a 55-foot Trishul for Kailasagiri's global tourism push. Key focus on eco-friendly transport & safety. Read more.
Discover 5 famous winter markets in the USA that stay open into the New Year, offering festive shopping, food, and experiences. Plan your visit for a magical start to 2026!
Visakhapatnam International Airport reports strong 9.29% passenger growth from Jan-Nov 2025, handling over 27.5 lakh flyers. It ranks 9th nationally for customer satisfaction. Read more about its hub ambitions.
Visakhapatnam police will deny petrol to helmetless bikers from 2026, aiming to reduce road fatalities. Over 50% of AP's 2023 road deaths were two-wheeler riders. Read the full plan.
Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu directs urgent construction of houses for Visakhapatnam slum dwellers. Minister Narayana visits Velampeta, pledges swift action for 177 families.
A Navy Lieutenant Commander was arrested in Visakhapatnam for assaulting a traffic sub-inspector after being questioned for drunk and rash driving. Read the full details of the incident.
Vizag city police, under Mission Jyotirgamaya, are creating jobs for transgender individuals. 20 appointed as GVMC sanitation workers, 5 get SBI loans. A step towards dignity and livelihood.
Actor Prakash Raj criticises central and state govt for privatising Vizag Steel Plant and medical colleges. He urges mass agitation to stop anti-people policies. Read more.
A toy train at Visakhapatnam's Kailasagiri hilltop park rolled backward after a brake failure with 100 tourists onboard. Services suspended for maintenance. Read details.
VMRDA plot auctions in Visakhapatnam witness massive price jumps, driven by ₹2.5 lakh crore investments from Google, IT giants. Discover how infrastructure is reshaping real estate.
Visakhapatnam's hospitality sector hits record occupancy for New Year 2026, driven by tourism, events, and cool weather. Discover the surge in demand from luxury hotels to tribal tents.
The SAHM Investment Strategy Summit in Mumbai highlighted how AI, data analytics, and regional cooperation are transforming capital markets. Experts discussed new opportunities for investors.
Visakhapatnam's railway station redevelopment is set to begin with a new design featuring 14 platforms, 16 lines, and airport-like facilities. The ₹500 crore project aims for completion in two years.
Vizag Steel Plant management opens VRS window from Jan 1-20, 2026, aiming to cut 570 permanent jobs. This third phase continues a major workforce reduction strategy amid union criticism. Read the full details.
NCB's Vizag unit, with RPF, arrests 5 & seizes 4kg hashish oil at Duvvada station, dismantling a Kerala-Andhra drug trafficking network. Public urged to report via helpline 1933.
GVMC secures a landmark ₹498 crore loan from the World Bank's IFC for a new underground drainage system and sewage treatment plant in Madhurawada, aiming to serve 2.5 lakh residents and curb sea pollution.