Childhood in the Age of Screens: How Smartphones Are Changing Growing Minds
There was a time when children’s tears could be soothed with simple joys — pointing out the moon in a clear night sky, listening to the rhythm of rain, or … Read More
Author: The Coastal Times
From Coffee to Avocado: Tribal Farmers in ASR District Find a New Green Gold
In the lush hills of Gondipakalu and Peddabarada, the rhythm of tribal life is changing. Where coffee once ruled, avocado trees are now taking root, offering farmers a fresh source … Read More
Painting Culture, Inspiring Minds: The Story of a Teacher’s Artistic Mission
Step inside the Zilla Parishad High School at Jonnavalasa, and you will be greeted not by blank walls, but by a riot of colour and creativity. From vivid depictions of … Read More
Women on Wheels: Driving Change Across Andhra Pradesh
On the busy streets of Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Nellore, a quiet revolution is taking place. Women armed with electric scooters, autorickshaws, and smartphones are steering their families toward financial independence, … Read More
NDA leaders rule out privatisation of Vizag Steel Plant
Leaders of India’s ruling alliance have firmly ruled out privatisation of the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL), the corporate entity of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP), in a bid to … Read More
Fisheries Survey of India celebrates 80th Foundation Day in Visakhapatnam
The Fisheries Survey of India (FSI) marked its 80th Foundation Day on Tuesday with the ceremonial flagging off of its tuna longliner vessel MSV Matsya Drishti at Hindustan Shipyard Limited … Read More
GVMC makes CRS registration mandatory for private hospitals and clinics
The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) has made it mandatory for all private hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics within its jurisdiction to register on the Civil Registration System (CRS) portal … Read More
Visakhapatnam City Innovation Cluster launched at GITAM University
The Visakhapatnam City Innovation Cluster (CIC) was launched at GITAM (Deemed to be University) on Tuesday, marking a significant step toward strengthening the regional innovation ecosystem. The initiative is supported … Read More
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Visakhapatnam pandals showcase creativity, eco-friendly idols and digital flair
The city is preparing for Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations on August 27, with colourful pandals and themed idols bringing both tradition and modern creativity to the fore. This year, smaller community … Read More
Fake job offers on WhatsApp trap Andhra youth, losses climb past Rs 68 lakh
What began as easy pocket money has turned into financial ruin for dozens of young job seekers in Andhra Pradesh. Cybercriminals masquerading as recruiters are targeting unemployed and financially vulnerable … Read More