VSP reviews off-peak emergency readiness through mock drill

Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), the corporate entity of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, conducted a plant-level mock drill on Monday. The drill tested emergency preparedness during off-peak hours. As part of … Read More

GVMC toll-free helpline for drinking water complaints

The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) on Monday said it remains committed to supplying safe drinking water across the city. It asked residents to report water supply issues through its … Read More

Pawan Kalyan inducted into Japanese swordsmanship tradition

Actor and Andhra Pradesh’s deputy chief minister K Pawan Kalyan has formally joined Kenjutsu, the umbrella term for classical Japanese swordsmanship traditions, an official release said. The release describes the … Read More

Transport dept. steps up fire-safety checks on buses ahead of Sankranti

Amid frequent reports of bus fires, the Transport Department has stepped up inspections of travel buses ahead of Sankranti. Officials said passenger movement to Visakhapatnam increases during the festival season, … Read More

Vizag retiree’s rare coin collection draws crowds, wins recognition

Stepping into the JR Nagar residence of Gottimukkala Subrahmanya Sivaprakash (74) offers a glimpse into India’s rich monetary and cultural history. Coins from royal dynasties, rare postage stamps, gramophone records, … Read More