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October 23, 2025 9:31 AM

Naidu Showcases Andhra Pradesh’s Growth Vision, Invites Global Industry Leaders to CII Partnership Summit

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has invited global industry leaders to attend the upcoming CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam on November 14 and 15, presenting the state as a key investment destination with abundant opportunities and industry-friendly policies. Addressing a roadshow in Dubai as part of his three-day visit to the UAE, Naidu said the Andhra Pradesh government has introduced 24 sector-specific policies to encourage investment and assured that all necessary ...

October 14, 2025 9:31 PM

Ashwini Vaishnaw hails Google AI Hub in Vizag as milestone for India’s digital future

Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday described the newly announced Google AI Hub in Visakhapatnam as a “transformative step” for India’s digital economy. Speaking at Bharat AI Shakti, an event hosted by Google ahead of the India AI Summit, the Minister said the facility would accelerate AI-first infrastructure, create high-value jobs, and advance India’s AI leadership. “The Google AI hub ushers in a new era for India's digital economy. ...

October 6, 2025 10:04 PM

India strengthens maritime ‘Atmanirbharata’ as VLGC Shivalik joins Indian fleet: Sarbananda Sonowal

Marking a major milestone in India’s maritime and energy sectors, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday received the country’s third Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) - Shivalik - under the Indian flag at Visakhapatnam Port. The event underscores India’s growing maritime self-reliance and aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. Built in South Korea and named after the Himalayan range, Shivalik is an 82,000 CBM state-...

October 6, 2025 11:04 PM

Indian Navy commissions INS Androth, second anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft

The Indian Navy on Monday commissioned INS Androth, the second vessel in its series of Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at a ceremonial event held at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam. The commissioning ceremony was presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, in the presence of senior naval officers, representatives from Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, and distinguished dignitaries. INS...

September 19, 2025 4:46 PM

Korean Embassy DCM congratulates launch of LG CSR Foundation in Vizag

LG Polymers, the Indian manufacturing subsidiary of LG Chem, today inaugurated the LG India CSR Foundation in Vizag, Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant step forward in its commitment to social responsibility and sustainable community development. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Deputy Chief of Mission Sang-Woo Lim of the Korean Embassy, Indian Member of Parliament Sribharat, Andhra Pradesh MLA Ganababu, Visakhapatnam Police Commissioner Shankar Bhagchi, Consul General Chang-Nyun Ki...

July 18, 2025 4:04 PM

INS Nistar, India’s first indigenous diving support vessel, commissioned in Visakhapatnam

In a boost to India's maritime capabilities, INS Nistar, the country’s first indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel (DSV), was commissioned into the Indian Navy on Friday in Visakhapatnam. The commissioning ceremony took place in the presence of Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, senior naval officials, and representatives from Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), the shipbuilder. INS Nistar is the first of two DSVs being built by HSL and is equipped for comple...

July 18, 2025 9:51 AM

Indian Navy to commission indigenous diving support vessel ‘Nistar’ today at Visakhapatnam

In a boost to India’s maritime capabilities and self-reliance in defence production, the Indian Navy will today commission its first indigenously designed and built Diving Support Vessel (DSV) Nistar at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will preside over the commissioning ceremony, marking the formal induction of the state-of-the-art vessel into the Eastern Naval Command. Designed and constructed by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), Visakhapatnam, Nistar repr...

July 4, 2025 3:24 PM

Sub Lieutenant Aastha Poonia becomes Indian Navy’s first woman fighter pilot

In a landmark moment for gender equality in the armed forces, Sub Lieutenant Aastha Poonia became the first woman fighter pilot of the Indian Navy. She was awarded the prestigious ‘Wings of Gold’ alongside Lieutenant Atul Kumar Dhull during the graduation ceremony of the Second Basic Hawk Conversion Course held at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam on Thursday. The ceremony was presided over by Rear Admiral Janak Bevli, Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Air), who conferred the honours. The Indian Navy d...

June 15, 2025 4:36 PM

Visakhapatnam gears up for International Yoga Day 2025

As India prepares to celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21, Visakhapatnam — the national host city for this year’s celebrations — witnessed a high-level review and field inspection by senior officials from the Ministry of Ayush and the Andhra Pradesh government. The review was led by Ayush Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha and Andhra Pradesh Special Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand, along with key officials, including Joint Secretary Monalisa Dash and District Collector...