Infosys moves closer to permanent Vizag campus
Visakhapatnam is set to receive a major push to its IT sector, with Infosys close to establishing a permanent campus in the city. Discussions between the State government and the … Read More
Author: The Coastal Times
AVB training held at AMC to reduce avoidable C-sections
A training programme on Assisted Vaginal Birth (AVB) was conducted at Andhra Medical College (AMC) here on Tuesday as part of the State government’s efforts to promote safe normal deliveries … Read More
Helping Hands programme launched to ease hospital services in Parvatipuram
Parvatipuram-Manyam, District Collector N. Prabhakar Reddy, officially launched the “Helping Hands” program at the Parvatipuram Area Hospital on Tuesday. This initiative aims to provide smooth and hassle-free services for patients … Read More
Eco-friendly Bamboo Homestay Opens at Adali View Point
District Collector Dr. N. Prabhakar Reddy on Tuesday inaugurated an eco-friendly bamboo homestay at Adali View Point in Seethampeta. The facility has been developed to promote tourism in the region. … Read More
HPCL commissions residue upgradation facility at Vizag refinery
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (HPCL) has commissioned the Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) at its Visakhapatnam refinery, marking an important step in strengthening India’s deep-conversion refining capacity and energy security. The … Read More
PCB to expand air quality monitoring in Visakhapatnam
With air pollution levels rising, the State Pollution Control Board (PCB) has decided to expand air quality monitoring across Visakhapatnam to assess area-wise variations and identify the reasons for the … Read More
No role for middlemen in land grievance redressal, says Collector
District Collector M. N. Harendhira Prasad on Monday cautioned revenue officials against allowing middlemen to interfere in land-related issues and warned of strict action, including suspension, for any deviation from … Read More
Next Generation Keeps Haridasu Tradition Alive
As the city prepares to celebrate Sankranti, a quieter ritual unfolds in the early hours of Visakhapatnam, carried forward by Haridasas who announce the harvest festival through prayer and song. … Read More
Allegations of illegal fee collection at KGH casualty resurface
Allegations have once again emerged regarding hospital staff at King George Hospital (KGH), the largest government-run healthcare facility in North Andhra, demanding money for basic medical services. Patients and their … Read More
Move to upgrade SHO rank at key Vizag police stations
A proposal to elevate the rank of Station House Officers (SHOs) at select police stations in Visakhapatnam is currently under review due to increasing crime rates and rising traffic congestion. … Read More