Parts of Visakhapatnam get about 170 mm in eight hours and 48 trees fall; the Vamsadhara and Nagavali rise in Srikakulam, and the IMD expects the system to hold its strength for 12 more hours before weakening
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across other cities on September 24
Torrential downpours damage 613 km of roads across Andhra Pradesh
Digital Desk | Amaravati, Sep 24 (IANS) Heavy rains under the impact of Deep Depression in the Bay of Bengal have damaged 613 km of roads in Andhra Pradesh, State Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy said on Thursday. With heavy rain continuing to lash coastal Andhra even after Deep Depression crossed the coast late on Wednesday night, the Minister for Roads and Buildings (R&B) directed the R&B Department officials to remain on high alert. After a review meeting with officials, he said that due to incessant rains, 613 km of R&B roads across the state have sustained damage as of 7 a.m. on Thursday. Srikakulam district accounted for the highest infrastructure damage, with 356 km of roads getting affected. The Deep Depression caused significant road damage in the districts of Srikakulam, Parvathipuram-Manyam, Vizianagaram, Alluri Sitarama Raju, Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Kakinada, East Godavari, Ambedkar Konaseema, West Godavari, Anantapur, Kurnool, and Nandyal. Across the state, roads were washed away at four locations due to the formation of deep craters. Cross-drainage (CD) works were damaged at 78 locations, and the restoration work has already been undertaken at 37 of these sites, said the minister. According to the minister, trees fell on roads at 11 locations and have been completely cleared to ensure a smooth flow of vehicles. Heavy rains caused traffic disruptions at 23 locations, he said, adding that the traffic congestion was successfully cleared at 14 of these spots. It is estimated that approximately Rs 26.95 crore is required for temporary repairs and Rs 224.73 crore for permanent restoration of the rain-damaged roads. The R&B Department has established 78 control rooms across the state and appointed nodal officers. We are continuously assessing ground-level conditions by holding 36 joint coordination meetings with departments affiliated with the R&B wing. We have set up toll-free services in major corporations to provide round-the-clock assistance, Janardhan Reddy said. The department identified 614 locations across the state as vulnerable or accident-prone areas. The department has kept 550 JCBs and 596 power saws ready to clear obstructions such as fallen trees and landslides on roads. The minister said personnel and necessary equipment were kept ready for emergency relief operations.
Deep depression crosses Andhra coast, triggering heavy rain
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Sep 24 (IANS) The Deep Depression in the Bay of Bengal crossed the coast between Kalingapatnam and Polaki in the early hours of Thursday, triggering heavy rains accompanied by gusty winds in north coastal Andhra Pradesh. The landfall, which began late on Wednesday night, continued for two hours, said officials of Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDA). Heavy rains were lashing Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli districts, inundating low-lying areas and disrupting road traffic. The Deep Depression crossed the coast close to the southwest of Kalingapatnam between 11 p.m. and 1 a.m., with maximum sustained wind speed of 55-65 kmph gusting to 75 kmph. The Deep Depression moved at a speed of 3 kmph over the last six hours and is expected to continue as a severe depression for another 12 hours. It is likely to gradually weaken over the subsequent 24 hours, APSDMA said on Thursday morning. Prakhar Jain, MD, APSDMA, asked people to remain vigilant for 48 hours after the landfall. Low-lying areas must be alert to the risk of flash floods. Officials on the ground must remain on high alert, Prakhar Jain said. Heavy rains are likely in isolated areas of Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Manyam, and Alluri Sitarama Raju districts on Thursday. Heavy rains are also likely in isolated areas of Polavaram, Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, and Kakinada districts. Extremely heavy rainfall was recorded in the last 24 hours. Rainfall exceeding 100 mm was recorded in 80 locations. Meanwhile, authorities have deployed teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). Five teams of SDRF and four teams of NDRF were deployed in Srikakulam, Alluri Sitarama Raju, Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli districts for rescue and relief operations. Authorities have also declared a holiday for educational institutions in Srikakulam, Vizinagaram, Parvatipuram Manyam, Visakhapatnam, East Godavari, West Godavari and Eluru districts. Disaster Management Authority control room toll-free numbers are 112 and 1070. The state control room has been set up with a toll-free number 18004250101. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu held a teleconference with District Collectors to review the situation. He directed the Collectors of rain-affected districts to remain vigilant until the rainfall subsides. Precautionary measures must be taken to ensure there is no loss of life, he said. The Chief Minister asked officials to assess water inflows into reservoirs and rivers and also issue timely instructions to the field level. He said District Collectors must remain alert on Thursday and Friday. He directed officials to ensure an uninterrupted supply of water, food, medicines, and electricity to people in the affected areas. Officials informed him that measures have been taken to ensure the return of fishermen who had ventured into the sea.
ACB arrests Special Deputy Collector in Andhras ASR district on 50,000 bribery charge
UltraTech Cement commissions 4.6 mtpa cement capacity
UltraTech Cement has commissioned 3.6 mtpa greenfield integrated capacity at Petnikota, Andhra Pradesh and also commissioned 1.0 mtpa through debottlenecking at the Company's existing cement plants at Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Patratu (Jharkhand) and Nathdwara (Rajasthan).
Deep Depression Landfall Begins Near Kalingapatnam
The landfall process of the deep depression over the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal has commenced, with the systems leading edge now entering land along the north Andhra Pradesh and south Odisha coasts. According to the latest observations from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system is crossing the coast between Visakhapatnam and [] The post Deep Depression Landfall Begins Near Kalingapatnam | VizagGopalpur Coast appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha reels under deep depression, heavy rainfall continues
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 23 (IANS) Several districts of Odisha continue to receive incessant rainfall due to the deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, and the state government is making all necessary preparations to deal with its impact. The deep depression, moving west-northwest at 7 kmph, is currently centred about 30 km south-southwest of Kalingapatnam in Andhra Pradesh and 160 km southwest of Gopalpur. IMD sources said the system is likely to maintain its west-northwestward movement and cross the north Andhra Pradesh and south Odisha coasts between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur, to the southwest of Kalingapatnam, within the next three to four hours. IMD Bhubaneswar Director Manorama Mohanty said widespread rainfall has been recorded across Odisha during the past 24 hours. Thirty-five locations received heavy rainfall of 712 cm, while 10 locations recorded very heavy rainfall of 1220 cm. Similiguda in Koraput district recorded extremely heavy rainfall of 230 mm. The IMD has issued a red warning for Kalahandi, Nabarangpur, Koraput and Malkangiri, where heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated extremely heavy rainfall, is likely. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is also expected in Rayagada, Gajapati, Ganjam, Puri, Khurda, Nayagarh, Kandhamal, Boudh, Subarnapur, Bargarh, Balangir and Nuapada districts. The weather system is also likely to generate strong winds of 5565 kmph, gusting up to 75 kmph along and near the coast as it moves inland. For September 24, the IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated extremely heavy rainfall, in Nabarangpur, while Bargarh, Nuapada, Balangir, Kalahandi, Koraput and Malkangiri are likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall. On September 25, heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in Malkangiri, Koraput, Nabarangpur, Kalahandi and Nuapada. Rainfall is expected to continue on September 26, mainly over western parts of southern Odisha, including Kalahandi, Balangir, Nuapada and Nabarangpur. Earlier on Wednesday, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reviewed the states preparedness to deal with the incessant rainfall triggered by the deep depression, emphasising the states policy of zero casualty. He asked the concerned authorities to prioritise the safety of lives and property. A total of 33 Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) teams and 381 fire service teams have been deployed across the state to deal with the situation.
Visakhapatnam receives heavy rain; minor landslips, tree falling reported
Under the influence of a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, the port city recorded heavier rainfall for the second day; district administration inspect vulnerable areas, intensify monitoring, and remain prepared for emergencies
Woman stranded in flooded Nagavali river rescued in Srikakulam
RINL introduces revised promotion policy for executives
Panchagramalu issues may decide GVMC polls in 20 wards
India, Sri Lanka Wrap Up 13th Edition Of Naval Exercise SLINEX-26 In Visakhapatnam
The Indian and Sri Lankan navies concluded the 13th edition of their bilateral maritime exercise, SLINEX-26, in Visakhapatnam on 21 September, the Press Information Bureau said on Tuesday. Held over five days from 17 to 21 September, the exercise gave sailors from both countries a platform for professional interaction, exchange of best practices, and deeper [] The post India, Sri Lanka Wrap Up 13th Edition Of Naval Exercise SLINEX-26 In Visakhapatnam appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Red alert till Thursday morning in Srikakulam, Parvathipuram Manyam, Vizianagaram, ASR and Anakapalli, orange in Visakhapatnam; schools shut across Uttarandhra
Steel Secretary Sandeep Poundrik writes to Chief Secretary G. Sai Prasad for APSPF personnel at the plant, which has been paying 150 crore to 200 crore a year for a CISF force the Centre is withdrawing over unpaid dues
Steel Secretary Sandeep Poundrik writes to Chief Secretary G. Sai Prasad for APSPF personnel at the plant, which has been paying 150 crore to 200 crore a year for a CISF force the Centre is withdrawing over unpaid dues
Heavy rain for Odisha, Coastal AP, Chhattisgarh, Telangana as storm heads to Kalingapatnam
Track of the deep depression would take it likely from Visakhapatnam northwards to interior of south Odisha and onward to Jharkhand
The weather office on Wednesday said the Cyclone Arnab is expected to make landfall along the coast between 5 pm on September 23 and 5 am on September 24. The cyclone is most likely to cross the coast before midnight on September 23, as Odisha and Andhra Pradesh remain on high alert. The weather office further added that Cyclone Arnab remains a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal as of Wednesday and is expected to make landfall along the north Andhra Pradesh-south Odisha coast, between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur, during the night of September 23 and the early hours of September 24.
Coastal Andhra Pradesh is bracing for moderate to heavy rainfall due to an ongoing weather depression. The India Meteorological Department has predicted significant downpours and strong winds in the upcoming days. In an effort to ensure safety, schools and Anganwadi centres in a number of districts have been temporarily closed. Alerts are in place across various regions to caution residents about potential dangers, particularly in flood-prone areas.
Stakeholders from eight districts will showcase local industrial potential; NTR Collector G. Lakshmisha urges entrepreneurs to use the regional summit to sign MoUs
HRF condemns Instagram curbs on Stop Vizag Data Centers account, asks Meta to disclose legal basis
The forum says posts by the HRF and an investigative documentary have also been restricted, and seeks the name of the authority that sought the block
Rains cool Visakhapatnam; holiday declared for educational institutions today
Continuous rain under the influence of a Bay of Bengal depression has brought much-needed relief from the heat in Visakhapatnam, raising hopes of improved groundwater recharge and higher reservoir levels; departments placed on high alert for potential weather-related disruptions
Four AP Cities Feature In Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026
Guntur, Visakhapatnam, Nellore and Vijayawada have featured among the worlds top 1,000 cities in the Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026.
SCoR steps up safety amid heavy rain alert
SCoR steps up safety amid heavy rain alert
Holidays declared for schools in Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Srikakulam, and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts
On Sign Language Day, an interpreter recalls a moment on stage with the President
On Sign Language Day, an interpreter recalls a moment on stage with the President
CM Naidu lays foundation stones for 3,892 crore worth development projects in Visakhapatnam
Chief Minister virtually launches 16 GVMC and VMRDA projects, including 24/7 drinking water supply systems, sewerage networks, industrial water pipelines and an AI-based traffic management system, with a target of completion within 18 months
CM Naidu lays foundation stones for 3,892 crore worth development projects in Visakhapatnam
Chief Minister virtually launches 16 GVMC and VMRDA projects, including 24/7 drinking water supply systems, sewerage networks, industrial water pipelines and an AI-based traffic management system, with a target of completion within 18 months
A depression over the Bay of Bengal intensified on Tuesday and is likely to develop into a deep depression before crossing the north Andhra Pradesh-South Odisha coast, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. The system is expected to cross between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur by the night of September 23.
Deep Depression Over BoB to Hit Odisha-Andhra Coast on Sept 23 Night, Warns IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal will move northwestwards and cross the Odisha coast between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur on the night of September23. IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said the system is likely to intensify into a deep depression by evening and touch the coast [] The post Deep Depression Over BoB to Hit Odisha-Andhra Coast on Sept 23 Night, Warns IMD appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Hilton enters Visakhapatnam, 360-room hotel to open in 2032
The hotel will form a part of the landmark WTC Visakhapatnam development in Yendada, a landmark 10-acre mixed-use development by the Kapil Group company
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across other cities on September 22
Python, Chicken Rescued During Ganesh Visarjan Procession In Hyderabad
According to GHSPCA, its team had been tracking a dance group from Visakhapatnam for nearly five days following information about the alleged use of a live snake during its performances.
Two held with country-made gun in Visakhapatnam; police say weapon was brought from Bihar
City Task Force raid at Gollalapalem catches two men, both about 30, who run a biryani centre; the II Town police are investigating why the firearm was procured
Woman found dead in Hyderabad OYO hotel, boyfriend on the run
Hyderabad: A 29-year-old private employee reportedly died in an OYO hotel room in Madhapur, where she had allegedly checked in with her boyfriend. The deceased and her boyfriend, Srinivasa Ravi Teja, are both natives of Visakhapatnam. They had checked into an OYO room at Siddiqui Nagar, Madhapur, on Monday, September 21. She was later found Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Depression in Bay to intensify, cross Vizag-Gopalpur coast from tomorrow night
Likely deep depression eyes north Andhra Pradesh-South Odisha coasts between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur during the projected window from Wednesday night till early hours of Thursday
Two Youths Detained After Gun Seized In Visakhapatnam
The youths were detained and handed over to the Two Town police, who registered a case and questioned them about the weapon and the incident.
BoB Depression Intensifies, To Cross Odisha-Andhra Coast As Deep Depression On Sept 23-24
The Depression over the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal is moving west-northwestwards and is likely to intensify into a Deep Depression within the next 12 hours, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Tuesday. The system is forecast to continue moving west-northwestwards and cross the North Andhra Pradesh-South Odisha coast between Visakhapatnam and [] The post BoB Depression Intensifies, To Cross Odisha-Andhra Coast As Deep Depression On Sept 23-24 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India's cable map was never built for this moment. Eighteen international systems land at just five or six cities, and Mumbai alone reportedly carries something like ninety-five percent of the country's international bandwidth, according to Carnegie India's July analysis of the country's subsea posture. Versova's thirteen-cables-in-six-kilometres cluster, flagged by the Takshashila Institution's July governance review, is the kind of concentration that planners elsewhere would call a single point of failure and route around on principle, war or no war. Even a perfectly rerouted cable runs into a second problem: India cannot repair its own undersea infrastructure. Takshashila's review counts zero Indian-flagged cable repair vessels. A break is fixed by ships based in Singapore or Dubai, and a routine repair takes four to five months to complete, longer if the vessel has to be diverted through a warzone or if its home government decides the trip is not worth the risk. Eleven of India's eighteen cables are already past twenty years old, edging toward the end of a typical twenty-five-year service life, which means the odds of needing that repair are only rising. The diversification underway is real. Lightstorm, Microsoft, Singtel and Tata Communications are building I-2SEA, a Singapore-to-India system landing at Machilipatnam and Chennai, explicitly pitched for the AI and hyperscaler traffic feeding Hyderabad's data centres. Google's separate America-India Connect programme adds three more paths out of Visakhapatnam, Chennai and Mumbai, reaching Singapore, South Africa and Western Australia, which Google itself frames as reducing India's reliance on its existing Mumbai and Chennai landings. But oil and data fail differently. A tanker rerouted around a chokepoint still delivers its cargo late; a cable rerouted into a new chokepoint still goes dark the same day something cuts it, and geography alone does not shorten the four-to-five-month repair clock. Takshashila's own prescription is telling: before anything else, it wants undersea cables formally designated Critical National Infrastructure, a step still stuck on whether the Telecommunications Act, 2023 even permits it without fresh legislation, alongside a sovereign repair fleet the government has targeted, optimistically, for 2027. Neither depends on which ocean the next cable crosses.
Visakhapatnam tops YouthPOWER rankings in A.P. handbook
Python, hen rescued from Ganesh Chaturthi dance in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: An Indian rock python and hen being used during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Hyderabad were rescued on Sunday, September 20. The two animals were being used by a dance group from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The Greater Hyderabad Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (GHSPC), in coordination with the Madhuranagar police, rescued the animals Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
IMD Meteorological Centre Bhubaneswars Special Bulletin-1 (10 pm, 21 Sept 2026) says Depression BoB/06/2026 near 17.7N, 87.8E will intensify into a Deep Depression and cross between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur late 23early 24 Sept, with Red alerts for isolated extremely heavy rain over south Odisha. The post Red Alert for GanjamGajapatiKoraput as Bay Depression Takes Aim at South Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Naidu to virtually inaugurate 16 infrastructure projects in Visakhapatnam
GVMC plans to upgrade 228 km of roads in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam: SCoR Steps Up Checks on Drinking Water Quality
All the samples tested during the drive passed the prescribed quality standards, the release said.
Indian, Lankan Navies hold professional exchanges during Exercise SLINEX-26
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Sep 21 (IANS) Navies of India and Sri Lanka participated in professional exchanges, cross-deck visits, Underway Replenishment (UNREP) training, Yoga and sporting interactions during the harbour phase of the bilateral maritime exercise SLINEX-26 (Sri Lanka India Naval Exercise) which concludes in Visakhapatnam on Monday. The 13th edition of SLINEX-26, which kicked off on September 17 began with the harbour phase and was followed by the sea phase. The harbour phase of SLINEX26 at Visakhapatnam featured professional exchanges, cross-deck visits, UNREP training, Yoga and sporting interactions between the Indian Navy and Sri Lanka Navy, the Indian Navy posted on X on Monday. Capt PHSS Appuhamy, CO SLNS Sindurala, also called on RAdm Vishal Bishnoi, FOCEF, EasternSword, furthering professional dialogue and mutual understanding. The engagements enhanced interoperability, camaraderie and exchange of best practices, it added. Sri Lankan Naval Ship Sindurala arrived at Visakhapatnam on September 17 to participate in the SLINEX-26. The Indian Navy formally welcomed the Sri Lankan Navy vessel upon its arrival, adhering to naval traditions. From the Indian Navy, INS Kavaratti, an indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Corvette, and INS Jyoti, the Fleet Tanker, are participating in the exercise. The exercise reaffirms the enduring maritime partnership and shared commitment of India and Sri Lanka to a secure Indian Ocean Region, according to the Indian Navy. Conceptualised in 2005, SLINEX has evolved into an important forum for fostering maritime cooperation, interoperability and mutual understanding between the two Navies, the Ministry of Defence mentioned in a statement. Aligned with India's vision of MAHASAGAR, SLINEX-26 reinforces Indias commitment to a secure, stable and inclusive maritime environment and further consolidates the enduring maritime partnership between the two nations, according to the statement released by the Ministry of Defence. Earlier this month, Indian Naval Ship (INS) Udaygiri arrived at Sri Lanka's Colombo for a three-day operational visit, aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation between the two nations. The ship's visit coincided with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's visit to Sri Lanka. In a post on X, the Indian Navy Spokesperson wrote, Indigenously constructed multi-role stealth frigate INS Udaygiri arrived at Colombo, Sri Lanka, for a three-day operational visit from 0811 Sep 26. The ships visit coincides with the landmark visit of Honble Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh, who also attended a deck reception onboard INS Udaygiri. The engagements aim to strengthen maritime cooperation through Mobile Training Teams, experience sharing and provision of machinery/ equipment spares to the Sri Lanka Armed Forces, in line with Indias Neighbourhood First policy. The visit underscores Indias unwavering commitment towards realising the vision of MAHASAGAR, the spokesperson added.
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across other cities on September 21
Over 50 children take part in SCoRWWO drawing contest in Visakhapatnam
India and Sri Lanka Strengthen Maritime Partnership with SLINEX-26 Exercise
India and Sri Lanka reaffirm their maritime partnership with the SLINEX-26 exercise in Visakhapatnam, enhancing cooperation in the Indian Ocean. India and Sri Lanka Strengthen Maritime Partnership with SLINEX-26 Exercise
Anakapalli SP warns of stringent action against illegal fireworks units
Nearly 300 participate in district-level Yogasana championship in Visakhapatnam
Nearly 300 participate in district-level Yogasana championship in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam Set For Major Growth Push, Says BJP AP Chief
BJP AP chief P.V.N. Madhav outlined plans to position Visakhapatnam as a global investment, industrial, IT, financial and logistics hub.
Deep depression in Bay of Bengal may bring heavy rain to A.P. from Sept. 23
System likely to intensify into a deep depression by Sept. 22 and approach the south Odisha-north A.P. coast by Wednesday; isolated heavy to very heavy rain and winds of 50-60 kmph expected
Navies of India, Sri Lanka take part in bilateral maritime exercise in Visakhapatnam
Navies of India and Sri Lanka are currently engaged in a bilateral exercise. The thirteenth edition of the Sri Lanka-India maritime exercise, SLINEX-26, is underway. This exercise aims to strengthen maritime cooperation and foster interoperability between the two nations. The event commenced with a harbour phase and will be followed by a sea phase. SLINEX-26 reinforces India's commitment to a secure and inclusive maritime environment.
Railway officials raise safety concerns over Duvvada ROB, warn GVMC
India and Sri Lanka Kick Off 13th Edition of SLINEX-26 Maritime Exercise in Visakhapatnam
The Indian Navy and Sri Lanka Navy have commenced the 13th edition of their annual bilateral maritime exercise, SLINEX-26, at Visakhapatnam. Scheduled from September 17 to 21, 2026, the five-day drills aim to enhance operational synergy, interoperability, and mutual trust between the two neighbouring naval forces. The Indian Navy is participating with two prominent warships: [] The post India and Sri Lanka Kick Off 13th Edition of SLINEX-26 Maritime Exercise in Visakhapatnam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India, Sri Lanka hold 13th edition of bilateral maritime exercise SLINEX
Five-day exercise in Visakhapatnam focuses on operational interoperability and maritime cooperation
India, Sri Lanka hold 13th edition of bilateral maritime exercise SLINEX
Five-day exercise in Visakhapatnam focuses on operational interoperability and maritime cooperation
Visakhapatnam woman held for blackmailing 26-year-old woman
The accused, Chandana Geetha Prasanna of Seethammadhara, allegedly operated with her husband Sivanarayana and associates Naresh, Uday and Ramana Murthy to blackmail people by threatening to circulate their personal photographs and videos unless they paid money, police said
Two killed, two injured in multiple road accidents in Visakhapatnam
Police is gathering further details in both cases; investigation is on
Bay low-pressure system offers hope to rain-starved Andhra Pradesh amid severe historical deficits
Continuing its west-northwestward track, it is projected to reach the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal near the south Odisha-north Andhra Pradesh coasts around the morning of September 23
IIM Visakhapatnam Executive MBA: Check Eligibility, Course Details And Selection Process
IIM Visakhapatnam invites applications for its two-year hybrid Executive MBA program for working professionals and senior executives.
Nara Lokesh calls on students to face failures with courage and determination
The students have been told to respect soldiers, make them their real heroes during Bharateeyam programme
Visakhapatnam-Secunderabad Vande Bharat Delayed Due To Technical Problem
The train, which was scheduled to depart at 5.35 am, was delayed due to the technical issue.
MA&UD Minister visits C&D plant at Kapuluppada Dumping Yard in Visakhapatnam
Fort Catholic Girls School celebrates 175 years with fancy drill competition in Visakhapatnam
172 candidates receive appointment letters at Visakhapatnam Rozgar Mela
Visakhapatnam: Naidu Assures Resolution of Panchagramalu Land Dispute
Distributes houses titles to 28,445 beneficiaries under the Pedalaku Pattabhishekam Mee Illu Mee Hakku programme in Visakhapatnam.
A.P. Chief Minister reviews beach cleaning activities in Visakhapatnam
Chandrababu Naidu participates in the Swarna AndhraSwachh Andhra programme at RK Beach, interacts with sanitation workers, fishermen, and scuba divers, inquiring about the process of removing plastic waste and discarded fishing nets that had accumulated on the seabed
Over 28,000 families get land ownership rights after decades of wait in Visakhapatnam
The title deeds will now enable the beneficiaries to use their properties for obtaining loan, observes Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, while promising to address the concerns of another 22,000 families awaiting regularisation pattas soon
Visakhapatnam MP calls for measures to protect marine environment from waste
Visakhapatnam MP calls for measures to protect marine environment from waste
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu promises to address drinking water needs of Visakhapatnam
It is the responsibility of the NDA government to ensure water reaches every household in the city, and Polavaram Left Main Canal will play a crucial role in meeting the future requirements, he asserts
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu promises to address drinking water needs of Visakhapatnam
It is the responsibility of the NDA government to ensure water reaches every household in the city, and Polavaram Left Main Canal will play a crucial role in meeting the future requirements, he asserts
Tea Board India organises promotional event in Visakhapatnam to boost consumer awareness
CM Naidu Hands House Pattas to 28,445 AP Families
Resolving four decades old uncertainty Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu distributes house-site pattas to 28,445 Poor families in Visakhapatnam
Jana Sena Party will select local body candidates on merit, local connect: Manohar
Civil Supplies Minister stresses familiarity with local issues, public engagement and party discipline; cautions cadre against believing social media reports on seat allocation
A new job an achievement but serving the people is real responsibility: Ram Mohan Naidu
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said on Saturday that getting a job is an achievement but serving the people is the real responsibility. He said that as part of the nationwide Rozgar Mela under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it was immensely heartening to distribute appointment letters to 200 youth in Visakhapatnam. On this occasion, as over 51,000 youth across the country step into new jobs, my heartfelt congratulations to each one of them. May this job bring new confidence to your life. A new opportunity to serve society. Through this platform, I urge you to keep learning continuously, enhance your skills, and move forward to provide even better services to the people, the minister posted on X. Naidu further said: Heartiest congratulations to all 51,000+ youth joining government service across the country. May this new job become a new opportunity to serve society and the nation with dedication. A new job. A new responsibility. A new chapter in nation-building. Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri said that he was privileged to participate in the 20th edition of Rozgar Mela with the youth of Sri Amritsar Sahib. As we travel through Amrit Kaal towards Viksit Bharat, our youth are not merely witnessing this journey; they are powering it with their ideas, aspirations and determination, and are shaping the future. Young recruits who received their letters today are entering public service at a transformative moment when technology reshapes governance, AI changes workplaces, and digital platforms bring citizens closer to the State, Puri posted on X. Yet technology can never replace integrity and empathy. As PM Modis message of Nagrik Devo Bhava reminds us, the person must always matter more than the file. This is the mantra with which young people embarking upon their careers must serve the country and citizens, he mentioned. Indias growing startup ecosystem, manufacturing, digital services, electronics, emerging technologies and energy sector are creating new opportunities. Free Trade Agreements are opening new markets, partnerships, and career opportunities for our talented youth. With landmark reforms, legislative changes and new initiatives, Indias energy sector is also playing an important role in this journey towards energy security and green transition. While we are strengthening existing energy infrastructure, India is also opening new energy frontiers like unlocking offshore potential through the Samudra Manthan Mission and turning waste into clean energy and livelihoods through GOBARdhan scheme, Puri highlighted.
Pilot Phase of NIRMaL Sgar Launched in Visakhapatnam
Extensive scientific studies will be conducted in Visakhapatnam to identify sources of marine plastic litter, track their movement and develop strategies to remove them
HBCHRC Visakhapatnam Nurse Recruitment 2026 - Walkin
Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre Visakhapatnam (HBCHRC Visakhapatnam) Recruitment 2026 for 6 posts of Nurse. Candidates with GNM, B.Sc, M.Sc can attend Walkin. The Walk-in on 29-09-2026. For detailed information please visit HBCHRC Visakhapatnam official website tmc.gov.in.
IIM Visakhapatnam opens admissions for fourth Executive MBA batch
The curriculum covers core management disciplines, electives and a capstone project.
DGGI uncovers 115 Crore GST evasion across Andhra Pradesh hotels
According to officials, the establishments systematically suppressed the value of taxable supplies, reporting significantly lower sales figures than the actual amounts collected from patrons.
SIT to probe fisherman death case
Discussions over long-term growth strategy for ASR district
Online radicalisation case: NIA files chargesheet against 9 accused
Andhra: ED arrests accused in TTD ghee case
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 18 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Hyderabad Zonal Office, has arrested Kailash Chand Mangla in connection with the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) ghee adulteration case. Kailash Chand Mangla, promoter of Sukriti Foods Pvt. Ltd., was arrested on Thursday under Section 19 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. He was produced before the Special Court (PMLA), Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, which remanded him to judicial custody, the central agency said in a release on Friday. The ED initiated the investigation based on an FIR registered at Tirupati East Police Station, alleging criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery, and corruption related to the fraudulent supply of adulterated ghee to TTD. Investigators revealed that adulterated ghee was allegedly manufactured using refined palm oil, palm kernel oil, palmolein, and various chemicals, including MG-90, monoglycerides, Myvacet Soft 400, and acetic acid ester. This was subsequently supplied as Agmark Special Grade Cow Ghee for use by TTD. The alleged fraudulent ghee supplies to TTD during 20192024 were valued at about Rs 230 crore. Out of this, approximately Rs 96 crore worth of adulterated ghee was manufactured by Kailash Chand Mangla. The ED said Mangla was one of the co-conspirators in the case and facilitated the procurement of adulterants and the manufacture of adulterated ghee at his factory premises. He also coordinated the supply of adulterated ghee through various front entities, including Sri Vyshnavi Dairy Specialities Pvt. Ltd., Malganga Milk & Agro Products Pvt. Ltd., and A.R. Dairy Foods Pvt. Ltd. The investigation further revealed that Mangla created and maintained false records relating to the sale and purchase of ghee and refined palm oil to conceal the actual utilisation of adulterants and create the appearance of legitimate production and supply of genuine cow ghee. Earlier, the ED had arrested Vipin Jain, promoter and director of Bhole Baba Organic Dairy Milk Pvt. Ltd., who is alleged to have orchestrated the manufacture and fraudulent supply of adulterated ghee to TTD, as part of the ongoing investigation. Further investigation is in progress.
Andhra SIPB clears 526 crore projects, nearly 8,896 jobs expected
The Andhra Pradesh SIPB, headed by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, on Friday approved 10 projects entailing an investment of over Rs 500 crore. The IT and futuristic technology projects are expected to create nearly 9,000 jobs, according to a press release. State Investment Promotion Board met today and officially cleared 10 major IT and futuristic technology projects. The approved projects entail a total investment of Rs 526.25 crore and are projected to create 8,896 high-quality jobs across the state, it said. The approved projects include a Rs 100 crore investment by Muthoot Fincorp Limited to establish an Integrated Hub for AI and Tech Training Centre in Visakhapatnam. The SIPB approved a Rs 44 crore investment by Deloitte to set up a state-of-the-art operations centre with a capacity of 2,500 seats. It approved a Rs 167 crore investment by Quantum Codon Pvt Ltd in Amaravati to establish an integrated quantum AI-driven biotechnology innovation campus for drug discovery .
