Latest news and updates from Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Andhra Pradesh's port city. Local stories on development, events, and community.
Visakhapatnam, Vizag in short, also know as India's first AI city.
Visakhapatnam cybercrime police arrested four men for running a Ponzi-style crypto MLM scheme promising daily 0.4% returns. Multiple apps and accounts seized as probe continues.
HPCL's new Residue Upgradation Facility at Visakh Refinery boosts India's energy security with advanced tech converting residue to high-value fuels. CM Chandrababu Naidu calls it a key milestone for Andhra Pradesh.
Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma visited frontline Indian Navy assets in Visakhapatnam, praising indigenous tech and the Eastern Fleet's role in securing the Indo-Pacific.
At its national conference in Visakhapatnam, CITU resolved to oppose moves toward privatizing education, health, and employment sectors through a new charter of demands and intensified agitation.
Amaravati and Visakhapatnam gear up for accelerated development in 2026, with key infrastructure deadlines, massive investments, and tech hubs driving Andhra Pradesh's economic surge.
Visakhapatnam's iconic Beach Road shuts to all vehicles from 8 p.m. tonight to welcome 2026 safely amid crowds. Police enforce strict measures to keep celebrations fun and secure.
East Coast Railway targets doubling originating train capacity in Visakhapatnam, Bhubaneswar, and Puri by 2030. Vizag sees major yard upgrades and new satellite depot to ease congestion and boost connectivity.
Visakhapatnam International Airport posted an 81.52% on-time performance for flights from January to November 2025. This strong showing highlights growing efficiency at Andhra Pradesh's key aviation hub.
Visakhapatnam City Police rolled out a targeted rehab drive for transgender persons on December 27, 2025, under Mission Jyothirgamaiah, focusing on empowerment through jobs and dignified livelihoods instead of begging.
TPCC working president T. Jagga Reddy asserts Visakhapatnam Steel Plant belongs to Andhra Pradesh citizens and slams privatization push. He claims Congress built the unit and vows protection if party returns to power.
