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Roll Rida, Kumar Varun and C SHOR to perform at first Comic Con in Vizag on October 10 and 11

Comic Con Indias debut in the State on October 10 and 11 brings comedians, rappers, comic publishers and a cosplay contest to the Kalam Convention Centre

The Hindu 28 Sep 2026 3:57 pm

India explores UAE as key LNG, LPG source: Piyush Goyal

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) India is exploring the possibility of strengthening its energy partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by sourcing more liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from the Gulf nation, while also working on expanding strategic petroleum reserves to bolster the country's energy security, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday. Addressing the media after the 14th meeting of the India-UAE High-Level Joint Task Force on Investments, Goyal said that India is engaging with the UAE to enhance cooperation across the energy sector as part of efforts to diversify supply arrangements and safeguard domestic energy availability amid continuing uncertainties in global energy markets. India is exploring the possibility of using the United Arab Emirates as a key source of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), while also working with Abu Dhabi to expand petroleum reserves, the minister stated. The discussions build on agreements announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the UAE in May 2026, when both countries unveiled plans for deeper cooperation in crude oil storage, strategic reserves, LNG and LPG infrastructure, and long-term LPG supply arrangements. As part of the collaboration, Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Ltd (ISPRL) and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) signed a strategic agreement under which the UAE could store up to 30 million barrels of crude oil in India's strategic petroleum reserve facilities. The proposed arrangement includes potential participation in storage sites located at Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh and Chandikhol in Odisha. The two sides are also examining the possibility of storing a portion of India's strategic crude reserves in Fujairah, a key UAE oil hub located outside the Strait of Hormuz. Such an arrangement is expected to improve supply-chain resilience and provide greater flexibility in managing energy inventories during periods of geopolitical uncertainty.

bhaskarlive 28 Sep 2026 2:26 pm

E-Complaint Kiosk Launched at Vizag Railway Station

The kiosk is linked to the online PGRS system. Visakhapatnam commissioner of police Dr Sankhabrata Bagchi and others were present.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Sep 2026 9:37 am

NDA prioritises Visakhapatnam development ahead of GVMC elections

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The News Mill 28 Sep 2026 8:07 am

Vizag, Manyam And ASR Mark Tourism Day With Development Push

Visakhapatnam, Alluri Sitharama Raju and Parvathipuram Manyam districts marked World Tourism Day with new tourism initiatives and development plans.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Sep 2026 11:14 pm

NDA, YSRCP step up preparations for local body elections in Visakhapatnam

While NDA highlights development works, YSRCP focuses on drinking water crisis and alleged government failures

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 6:09 pm

After heavy rain, damaged roads test patience of motorists in Vizag

Commuters struggle on the roads riddled with potholes and slippery stretches; over 12 km of roads have been identified as damaged, say GVMC officials, addign that repairs will be undertaken up soon

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 12:06 am

Infinity Vizag-2026 maps out strategy to transform Visakhapatnam into tech hub

Around 400 delegates, including startup founders, CEOs, industry leaders, and students, deliberate upon bridging the gap between industry requirements, academic frameworks, and early-stage entrepreneurs

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 12:05 am

Voice-based e-complaint kiosks opened at Vizag railway, bus stations

Passengers can record grievances round the clock without approaching the police station; intiative aims to facilitate quicker processing and redressal of complaints

The Hindu 27 Sep 2026 12:03 am

CSIR launches five science magazines in regional languages

The initiative aims at breaking the linguistic barrier and fostering a deeper scientific temperament at the grassroots level, say experts

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 7:14 pm

Two days of rain halve Andhra Pradeshs monsoon deficit from 43% to 22%

After the deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, Visakhapatnam districts shortfall falls from 53.2% to 3.6%

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 3:16 pm

Two days of rain halve Andhra Pradeshs monsoon deficit from 43% to 22%

After the deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, Visakhapatnam districts shortfall falls from 53.2% to 3.6%

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 3:16 pm

Centre notifies Deendayal, JNPA, Paradip, and Mundra as mega ports

The Centre has notified the major ports of Deendayal (Kandla), Jawaharlal Nehru (Nhava Sheva), Paradip, and Adani Group's Mundra Port as mega ports. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, in a gazette notification, said the central government, under sub-section (1) of section 73 of the Indian Ports Act, 2025 (27 of 2025), notified the criteria for classification of a port as a mega port; whereas major ports of Deendayal (Kandla), Jawaharlal Nehru (Nhava Sheva), Paradip, and Mundra Port, a port other than the major ports, satisfy the said criteria. India has 12 major ports and over 200 non-major ports. The 12 major ports are Deendayal (Kandla), Mumbai, Mormugao, New Mangalore, Cochin, Chennai, Ennore (Kamarajar), Tuticorin (V O Chidambaranar), Visakhapatnam, Paradip and Kolkata (including Haldia) and Jawaharlal Nehru Port.

Business Standard 26 Sep 2026 2:53 pm

Woman dies after childbirth in cut-off tribal village in Andhras ASR district; floods blocked road to health centre

Lavanya of Gangavaram in G.K. Veedhi mandal could not be taken to the Darakonda health centre, just 6 km after streams overflowed and a bridge washed away

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 1:18 pm

Food Safety Violations Found at Popular Restaurants in Visakhapatnam

Pista House and Kamat Hotel on Beach Road, Alpha Hotel near Jagadamba Centre, Eastern Spice Restaurant in Akkayyapalem were found violating hygiene standards

Deccan Chronicle 26 Sep 2026 12:03 pm

People urged not to abandon children

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 11:49 pm

Rains improve water outlook of Vizag; GVMC takes up restoration activities

Intense spell causes damage to houses, roads and civic infrastructure, prompting large-scale relief and restoration measures by the GVMC; officials say the full impact on reservoirs and groundwater recharge will become clearer in the coming days

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 10:03 pm

ED searches 16 locations linked to Bengaluru-based firm

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 25 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted searches at 16 premises linked to Bengaluru-based Attica Gold Private Limited and others across Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam in connection with an alleged money laundering case involving the purchase and acquisition of stolen gold, an official statement said on Friday. The searches were conducted on September 23 and 24 under Section 17 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, by the ED's Bengaluru Zonal Office. According to the ED, the investigation relates to allegations that Attica Gold Private Limited, its shareholders and directors were habitually involved in the purchase, acquisition and dealing of stolen gold articles, allegedly generating substantial proceeds of crime. The investigation was initiated based on multiple FIRs registered and charge sheets filed by police authorities at various police stations over allegations of habitual purchase, acquisition and dealing in stolen gold, the central agency said. The ED said that information gathered from the FIRs was further supported by other verifiable inputs regarding alleged money laundering activities and processes undertaken by the accused persons. The searches covered residential premises of directors, former directors and shareholders, besides the head office and branches of Attica Gold Private Limited and other linked premises. The central probe agency identified P.S. Ayub alias Bomanahalli Babu, Obedulla A., Mohammed Salman A. and Arbin Taj A. among the key persons linked to the investigation. According to the ED, these persons did not cooperate with the search proceedings and remained absconding. The ED also alleged that employees at some of the business premises covered during the searches had been instructed by the key persons to remain unavailable during the proceedings. The searches resulted in the seizure of alleged proceeds of crime in the form of Rs 7.52 lakh in cash, apart from foreign currency, gold jewellery and silver articles, the central agency said. The ED added that further investigation into the case is underway. It can be noted that Attica Gold has a large network of outlets across several states and is involved in the purchase and sale of gold. The company is into purchasing gold directly from individuals, melting it down and converting it into jewellery before selling it through its outlets. The ED is examining complaints and allegations concerning the manner in which gold was procured and subsequently processed and sold by the company. The organisation had also been searched by the Income Tax Department in the past as part of an earlier investigation. Attica Gold has expanded its business across multiple states and reportedly operates around 200 outlets. The company's business model involves buying and selling gold through its network of shops. The latest ED action has also drawn attention to Bommanahalli Babu, widely known as Attica Babu, to his political activities. He was reportedly preparing to contest the bypoll from the Hiriyur Assembly constituency.

bhaskarlive 25 Sep 2026 8:27 pm

Relief work picks up in Visakhapatnam; first flood warning on Nagavali and Vamsadhara

GVMC clears 102 of 112 fallen trees and finds 12 km of roads damaged; Home Minister Anitha asks officials to coordinate with Odisha on flood flows

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 2:21 pm

Andhra sets 70% renewable energy rule for data centres, addresses water concerns: Lokesh

Andhra Pradesh is adopting a sustainability-focused strategy for its data-centre expansion in Visakhapatnam. The state mandates that 70 percent of energy used by data centres must come from renewable sources. To address water requirements, the Polavaram project will redirect water flow toward Visakhapatnam. Additionally, the state is incentivizing the establishment of desalination plants by data-centre companies. This holistic approach aims to balance large-scale investments with sustainability concerns.

The Economic Times 25 Sep 2026 1:39 pm

Todays Gold Rate in India September 25: Gold prices up in Coimbatore, Nagpur, Visakhapatnam, Surat, Jaipur

22, 24 carat Gold prices up across other cities on September 25

The Hindu Businessline 25 Sep 2026 1:39 pm

AP Sets 70% Renewable Energy Rule for Data Centres, Addresses Water Concerns: Lokesh

The state is positioning Visakhapatnam as a major data-centre hub as it seeks to attract large technology investments and build out its digital infrastructure: Lokesh

Deccan Chronicle 25 Sep 2026 1:24 pm

Sustainable tourism in Visakhapatnam: Travel beyond the checklist

Ahead of World Tourism Day, a look at how four initiatives from Visakhapatnam and the Eastern Ghats are reshaping travel around Nature, communities and low-impact experiences

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 1:07 pm

Mookuthi show in Visakhapatnam: Exploring the stories behind nose ornaments

A travelling show in Visakhapatnam invites visitors to explore mookuthi the nose ornament through craft, memory and personal expression

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 1:02 pm

Debt trap looms large over A.P. weavers

The weaving sector once sustained by handloom cooperative societies across Andhra Pradesh is currently reeling under mounting dues, dwindling orders and disappearing livelihoods, Nellore Sravani reports, as many societies are becoming dormant due to non-payment of dues on the part of the State government

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 7:17 am

Power supply restored on war footing across rain-hit north coastal districts, says EPDCL chief

APEPDCL Chairman and Managing Director I. Pruthvitej puts the total loss at 251.33 lakh as per preliminary estimates in the districts under the purview of the discom

The Hindu 24 Sep 2026 10:11 pm

Bad weather grounds flights to Bhogapuram: four diverted on Wednesday, services cancelled on Thursday

IndiGo cancels both legs of its Vijayawada-Bhogapuram service, while Air India Express cancells both legs of its Hyderabad-Bhogapuram service, indicates flight-tracking data

The Hindu 24 Sep 2026 10:02 pm

RTC Cancels 170 Bus Services In Vizag

APSRTC has temporarily cancelled around 170 bus services in Visakhapatnam amid adverse weather conditions caused by a deep depression affecting North Andhra.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Sep 2026 8:14 pm

Housing societies in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu lead residential rooftop solar installations

Tier II cities such as Coimbatore, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore (Nellore), Visakhapatnam, Kolhapur and Nashik are also catching up

The Hindu Businessline 24 Sep 2026 8:13 pm

Mudasarlova Reservoir Receives Fresh Inflows Following Rains

Fresh inflows from Kambalakonda hills have raised Mudasarlova Reservoir's water level by three feet, offering relief amid drinking water concerns in Visakhapatnam.

Deccan Chronicle 24 Sep 2026 7:56 pm

Deep depression wreaks havoc in North Andhra; heavy rain leaves four dead, many areas flooded

More rain forecast as weather system is likely to weaken into depression; Parvatipuram Manyam, Visakhapatnam districts worst-hit; parts of coastal and central A.P. experience widespread rain; CM tells Collectors to stay alert and personally monitor the situation

The Hindu 24 Sep 2026 7:55 pm

Heavy rain inundates several parts of Vizag; normal life disrupted

Tree-fall incidents were reported across Visakhapatnam as heavy rain inundated low-lying colonies, damaging infrastructure and disrupting traffic movement in several areas, around 30 families moved to safer locations, 71 trees uprooted and nearly 5.5 km of roads damaged; authorities launched rescue, evacuation and restoration measures as the wet spell continued under the influence of a deep depression

The Hindu 24 Sep 2026 7:53 pm

Two electrocuted, Visakhapatnam waterlogged as deep depression crosses Andhra coast after two days of rain

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

The Hindu 24 Sep 2026 2:04 pm

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.

bhaskarlive 24 Sep 2026 12:50 pm

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.

bhaskarlive 24 Sep 2026 10:23 am

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).

Business Standard 24 Sep 2026 9:04 am

Rain batters Srikakulam for second day

Vajrapukotturu village in Srikakulam district recorded highest rainfall of 88.25 mm; Orange alert has been issued for Visakhapatnam, Srikakulam, Anakapalli, and Alluri Sitarama Raju districts; all educational institutions in these districts to remain closed owing to the heavy rain forecast

The Hindu 24 Sep 2026 12:57 am

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 .

Pragativadi 24 Sep 2026 12:38 am

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.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 11:13 pm

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

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 9:02 pm

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 .

TFIPOST 23 Sep 2026 5:22 pm

Deep depression to cross Andhra-Odisha coast near Kalingapatnam tonight; red alert in five Andhra districts

Red alert till Thursday morning in Srikakulam, Parvathipuram Manyam, Vizianagaram, ASR and Anakapalli, orange in Visakhapatnam; schools shut across Uttarandhra

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 2:41 pm

Revenue Minister Reviews Heavy Rain Situation in Odisha; 33 ODRAF Teams Deployed, SEOC Active 24

A deep depression over the West-Central and adjoining Northwest Bay of Bengal has triggered relentless torrential rains across several parts of Odisha, prompting state authorities to step up emergency measures. The system is expected to cross the North Andhra PradeshSouth Odisha coast near Kalingapatnam, between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur, by late tonight (September 23). In response [] The post Revenue Minister Reviews Heavy Rain Situation in Odisha; 33 ODRAF Teams Deployed, SEOC Active 247 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 23 Sep 2026 2:20 pm

Centre asks Andhra Pradesh to guard Visakhapatnam Steel Plant free of cost before CISF exit on November 17

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

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 1:08 pm

Centre asks Andhra Pradesh to guard Visakhapatnam Steel Plant free of cost before CISF exit on November 17

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

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 1:08 pm

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 Hindu Businessline 23 Sep 2026 11:24 am

Flash Flood risk in Andhra Pradesh: Red alert issued for 4 districts including Visakhapatnam, 7 districts under orange alert while yellow alert issued for 8; check affected districts and latest weather update

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.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 10:29 am

Amaravati Regional Summit in Vijayawada on October 16 ahead of CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam

Stakeholders from eight districts will showcase local industrial potential; NTR Collector G. Lakshmisha urges entrepreneurs to use the regional summit to sign MoUs

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 10:05 am

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

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 9:36 am

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

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 11:53 pm

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.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 10:46 pm

SCoR steps up safety amid heavy rain alert

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 10:10 pm

SCoR steps up safety amid heavy rain alert

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 10:10 pm

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

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:12 pm

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

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:12 pm

As tenure ends, Visakhapatnam ZP focus now on asset sharing

The concluding meeting of the elected bodys five-year term saw members review development initiatives, discuss post-reorganisation challenges and reflect on their role in grassroots governance following the division of the district into three Zilla Parishads

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:54 pm

Cyclone Arnab forming in Bay of Bengal? IMD warns deep depression to make landfall tomorrow, Odisha on alert

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.

India TV 22 Sep 2026 6:28 pm

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 .

Pragativadi 22 Sep 2026 6:16 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 22 Sep 2026 5:02 pm

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.

NDTV 22 Sep 2026 1:20 pm

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

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 12:53 pm

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 .

The Siasat Daily 22 Sep 2026 12:02 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 22 Sep 2026 11:47 am

IMD forecasts heavy rain in north coastal Andhra; Vizianagaram, Srikakulam on alert

Steady showers from Srikakulam to Anakapalli since Monday evening bring relief after days of heat; the IMD expects heavy to very heavy rain on Tuesday and Wednesday and winds of 40 to 60 kmph along the coast

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 10:40 am

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.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 10:14 am

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 .

Pragativadi 22 Sep 2026 10:04 am

The Rerouting Paradox

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.

RisingKashmir 22 Sep 2026 1:24 am

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 .

The Siasat Daily 21 Sep 2026 10:54 pm

Red Alert for Ganjam

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 .

Pragativadi 21 Sep 2026 10:31 pm