CPI(M) opposes separate agriculture power utility, urges APERC to reject proposal

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)) has urged the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) to reject the State government’s proposal to form the Andhra Pradesh Rural Agriculture Power … Read More

Kondakarla Ava to be developed as eco-tourism hub in North Andhra

Kondakarla Ava Bird Sanctuary is set for a major eco-tourism push as the State government finalises plans to upgrade tourism infrastructure at the site. Officials said the initiative aims to … Read More

Visakhapatnam Forest Circle prepares 50 lakh seed balls for monsoon dispersal

The Visakhapatnam Forest Circle has prepared 50 lakh seed balls for dispersal across forests and hill regions in six districts as part of a green restoration programme, Chief Conservator of … Read More

NMDC Plans ₹2,977 Cr Iron Ore Blending Plant at VSP Lands Amid Pollution Concerns

The National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) is set to establish an iron ore blending plant on the lands of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP). The project, proposed as a buffer … Read More

Illegal sand, gravel mining alleged in Anakapalli district

Allegations of illegal sand and gravel mining have been reported from several parts of Anakapalli district, with residents claiming that unauthorised extraction continues despite existing regulatory controls. Residents said sand … Read More

Canva to power digital learning in AP government schools

The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department and Samagra Shiksha have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Canva, a global online design platform, to expand digital learning across government schools … Read More

Allegations of private practice by KGH doctors raise concerns over patient care

Concerns have been raised over the functioning of King George Hospital (KGH) in Visakhapatnam, with allegations that some doctors are engaging in private practice during official duty hours, impacting patient … Read More

Collector Pushes for Faster Completion of TIDCO, PMAY Housing Works

District Collector and GVMC Special Officer M. Abhishekt Kishore has directed officials to expedite TIDCO and PMAY housing projects and complete pending infrastructure works to ensure early handover of houses … Read More