SC ruling brings clarity on stamp duty in property agreements
The Supreme Court has ruled that an agreement to purchase property cannot be treated as a sale deed unless it results in the transfer of possession. The apex court also … Read More
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VMRDA eyes investment with themed townships
The Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) has proposed the development of theme-based townships in the district to attract large investments and generate employment, officials said. The authority has so … Read More
Deputy MPDOs appointed to monitor village secretariats
To strengthen the Village/Ward Secretariat system and improve the delivery of civic services, the coalition government has introduced a multi-tier monitoring mechanism, including the appointment of Deputy Mandal Parishad Development … Read More
Visakhapatnam seen as Andhra Pradesh’s growth engine
Visakhapatnam is fast emerging as Andhra Pradesh’s main growth centre, driven by infrastructure upgrades, a strong port economy, and expanding technology investments. After the bifurcation of undivided Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad … Read More
Sankranti cockfights: 19 held in Anakapalli raids
Cockfighting and gambling were reported in several interior pockets of Anakapalli district during Sankranti, despite the ban and repeated police awareness campaigns. Sources said mandals such as Parawada, Atchutapuram, Kasimkota, … Read More
APSRTC wins national award for digital bus station announcements
The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) has bagged a national award for successfully introducing an automatic announcement system at major bus stations across the State. APSRTC Chief Engineer … Read More
Kanuma festivities trigger rush across city
Kanuma celebrations saw a surge in activity across the city on Friday (January 16, 2026), with meat shops, fish markets, and public spaces witnessing heavy crowds as families marked the … Read More
Ambulance shortage at KGH leaves tribal family in distress
The death of a tribal child during treatment at King George Hospital (KGH) here has triggered outrage, after her family reportedly waited for nearly two days for an ambulance to … Read More
Kanuma celebrations bring villages of north Andhra alive
Kanuma, the third day of Sankranti, brought a strong festive mood to villages across north Andhra Pradesh on Friday. From Visakhapatnam to Vizianagaram and Srikakulam, communities celebrated the day with … Read More
India Post invites students for UPU letter-writing contest
India Post has invited school students to participate in the Universal Postal Union (UPU) International Letter Writing Competition 2026, with this year’s theme highlighting the importance of real human relationships … Read More