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GVMC readies action plan to check diseases this monsoon season

Mosquito control measures, raising health awareness, improving sanitation and door-to-door surveillance are among the key strategies, say officials

30 May 2025 8:37 am
Vizag filmmaker Sagi Sree Hari Varma to participate in Cinemadamare in Italy

Scheduled to be held in Italy from June 29 to 27, Cinemadamare will feature workshops, screenings, and collaborations with the local communities

30 May 2025 8:35 am
On Andhras verdant hills, diseases hunt

As monsoon clouds gather over the picturesque hills of ASR district, tribespeople cross their fingers, for in their hamlets, where even paracetamol is hard to come by, seasonal illnesses can kill. B Madhu Gopal finds out how systemic problems turn an entire people into easy prey for ailments long conquered in other parts of the State

30 May 2025 8:31 am
A kaleidoscope of perspectives at Andhra Universitys annual art show in Visakhapatnam

Spectrum, the annual show of AU Fine Arts Department showcases the raw, evocative power of student art

29 May 2025 4:38 pm
Officials inspect theatres and multiplexes across Andhra Pradesh

Teams check 32 parameters, including licences, prices and quality food and beverages, fire safety, sanitation and toilet facilities and seating arrangements

29 May 2025 9:18 am
Resident welfare bodies protest move to increase property tax in Vizag

VARWA and Nivas urge Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu to abolish property tax system and revive house tax policy

29 May 2025 9:17 am
Officials told to check maternal and infant mortalities in Agency areas

Paderu ITDA PO asks officials to create awareness among pregnant women about institutional deliveries

29 May 2025 9:16 am
Ride along Vizag Beach Road on double-decker bus to be a reality soon

GVSCCL, with the help from Tourism Department, is planning to introduce double-decker bus services, covering the key tourist hotspots in Visakhapatnam

29 May 2025 9:15 am
Isolated heavy rain likely as southwest monsoon reaches Vizag

Santhabommali of Srikakulam district records 152.4 mm of rain in 24 hours ending Wednesday morning, while Ichchapuram records 31.5 mm by 5 pm

29 May 2025 9:11 am
Three services cancelled as goods train derails on KK Line

Train 18516 Kirandul Visakhapatnam Night Express leaving is running on a diverted route via Koraput, Rayagada and Vizianagaram

28 May 2025 7:09 pm
State working on new AVGC-XR policy, aims to attract Hollywood studios

The policy aims to tap into the $531 billion global industry by 2030, boost job opportunities and retain Andhra-origin AVGC talent in the State; Visakhapatnam may become AVGC/gaming corridor

27 May 2025 8:38 pm
Surprise police checks reveal flouting of norms by many hotels in Visakhapatnam

Eight hotels were found to be operating without a fire NOC, seven without a basic trade licence and 22 did not possess the mandatory FSSAI licence required for serving food

27 May 2025 8:07 pm
VSP lands may be put up for sale as part of NMP-II, opines BV Raghavulu

Expansion and strengthening of VSP can contribute to achieving Modis vision of India becoming a $5 trillion economy, says Mr. Raghavulu

26 May 2025 4:16 pm
Awareness rally, Swachh Bharat drive held at Duvvada railway station

Participants carried placards and banners, drawing the attention of passengers boarding and alighting trains at Duvvada station

25 May 2025 11:01 pm
LVPEI holds Whitathon run to create awareness on Retinoblastoma

LVPEI has provided over 3,000 free treatments to date. Annually, the institute treats 150 to 200 new cases of Retinoblastoma and has managed to save the life of a child in 90% of cases

25 May 2025 9:04 pm
Jana Sena Party MLA slams Perni Nani for his comments against Pawan Kalyan

What Nani done to the film industry when he was the Cinematography Minister, questions Sundarapu Vijay Kumar

25 May 2025 6:25 pm
Experience the thrill of Niagara Falls in Visakhapatnam

A 30 feet high Niagara Falls replica, mermaid shows and thrilling rides light up the Andhra University Grounds at RK Beach

24 May 2025 9:20 pm
Kambalakonda Eco-Tourism Park: Visakhapatnams green retreat with cottages, wildlife and thrills

A scenic transformation is underway at Kambalakonda Eco Tourism Park with upgraded trails, cottages and renewed focus on biodiversity

24 May 2025 9:19 pm
COVID isolation wards opened in KGH, VIMS after detection of first case in Vizag

The patient is recovering at home and there is no cause for worry, says KGH Superintendent; test kits, medicines for patients, PP kits for doctors and staff kept ready as a precautionary measure, says VIMS chief, adding those with co-morbid conditions, and low immunity should preferably wear a mask in public places and avoid crowded areas

23 May 2025 7:50 pm
Visakhapatnam will witness massive development in the next few years, says Bheemunipatnam MLA

A resolution will be passed on the Simhachalams Panchagramala issue during the Mini Mahanadu: Ganta

23 May 2025 7:08 pm
Visakhapatnam police solve 45-year-old woman missing case, uncovering murder

Suspect arrested after in-depth investigation, says Police Commissioner Shankabratha Bagchi

23 May 2025 6:54 pm
DGGI Visakhapatnam unit arrests a man from Tamil Nadu on charge of generating fake invoices worth 643.81 crore

The accused created more than 302 shell companies with the stolen identities, say officials

23 May 2025 6:32 pm
Vizag may witness rain for rest of May due to active pre-monsoon conditions

The southwest monsoon is expected to set in over Andhra Pradesh earlier than the usual June 4, says IMD Scientist-C Karuna Sagar

23 May 2025 8:55 am
CIFNET invites applications for Vessel Navigator, Marine Fitter courses

Selected candidates will get a stipend of 1,500 per month during the two-year programmes

23 May 2025 8:54 am