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Vizag Becomes First Smart City in AP with 5G Connectivity Across All Wards
Visakhapatnam has achieved a landmark milestone by becoming the first city in Andhra Pradesh to have 5G connectivity across all 98 wards, ushering in a new digital era for the city.
Rushikonda Beach Wins National Tourism Award 2026; Vizag Celebrates
Rushikonda Beach, the crown jewel of Visakhapatnam's coastline, has been awarded the prestigious National Tourism Excellence Award for Best Beach Destination in India.
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Vizag Becomes First Smart City in AP with 5G Connectivity Across All Wards
Visakhapatnam has achieved a landmark milestone by becoming the first city in Andhra Pradesh to have 5G connectivity across all 98 wards, ushering in a new digital era for the city.
Rushikonda Beach Wins National Tourism Award 2026; Vizag Celebrates
Rushikonda Beach, the crown jewel of Visakhapatnam's coastline, has been awarded the prestigious National Tourism Excellence Award for Best Beach Destination in India.
Steel Plant Gets ₹12,000 Crore Investment; 50,000 New Jobs Expected in Vizag
The Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) Vizag Steel Plant has secured a massive ₹12,000 crore modernization investment, expected to generate over 50,000 direct and indirect jobs.
Araku Valley Coffee Bags International Award; Vizag's Pride on Global Stage
The world-famous Araku Valley organic coffee has won the prestigious SCAA Golden Cup Award in San Francisco, putting Vizag's tribal highlands on the global coffee map.
AP Government Announces Metro Rail Phase 2: Gajuwaka to Bheemunipatnam
In a major transport development, the AP government has sanctioned Phase 2 of Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project covering 42 km with 32 stations at a cost of ₹18,500 crores.
GITAM University Opens AI Research Center in Partnership with Google
GITAM (Deemed to be University) has inaugurated a state-of-the-art AI Research Center in collaboration with Google, making Vizag a hub for artificial intelligence education.
Daspalla Hotel to be Converted into Heritage Museum After ₹250 Crore Renovation
The iconic Daspalla Hotel on Suryabagh road, a symbol of Vizag's colonial history, will be transformed into a world-class Heritage Museum preserving the city's 400-year legacy.
Vizag Inks MoU with Singapore Port Authority for ₹5000 Crore Terminal Expansion
The Visakhapatnam Port Authority has signed a landmark ₹5000 crore MoU with the Singapore Port Authority for modernizing container terminals and making Vizag a key cargo hub.
Simhachalam Temple to Get ₹800 Crore Facelift; New Facilities for Pilgrims
The sacred Simhachalam Temple Trust has announced an ₹800 crore development plan including new dharmashalas, digital displays, and improved connectivity for millions of devotees.
Visakhapatnam Ranked #1 in Ease of Living Index Among Tier-1 Cities in India
The Ministry of Housing released the Ease of Living Index 2026, and Visakhapatnam has topped the charts among all Tier-1 cities in India, scoring 82.3 out of 100.
Kailasagiri Ropeway Gets AI Safety Upgrade; 3 New Gondola Cars Added
The iconic Kailasagiri Ropeway has undergone a ₹45 crore AI-powered safety upgrade with real-time monitoring, reducing wait times by 40% and increasing daily capacity.
IIT Vizag Gets Approval for 3 New Departments: Aerospace, Marine Engineering & Robotics
The Indian Institute of Technology Visakhapatnam has received AICTE approval to launch three new engineering departments starting from the 2026-27 academic year.
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Vizag Becomes First Smart City in AP with 5G Connectivity Across All Wards
Rushikonda Beach Wins National Tourism Award 2026; Vizag Celebrates
Vizag Inks MoU with Singapore Port Authority for ₹5000 Crore Terminal Expansion
Visakhapatnam Ranked #1 in Ease of Living Index Among Tier-1 Cities in India
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Steel Plant Gets ₹12,000 Crore Investment; 50,000 New Jobs Expected in Vizag
Daspalla Hotel to be Converted into Heritage Museum After ₹250 Crore Renovation