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50% of two-wheeler riders use low-quality helmets in Vizag: Survey
“We have recently conducted a random survey on usage of helmets by the motorist and the quality of the head-guards. The survey revealed that around 50 ...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 20 Jan 2022 3:23 AM GMT
Vizag Bird Festival 2022 postponed due to COVID-19
The zoo authorities said that around 100 people have registered for the events. Those who have already registered will be given priority when the...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 9 Jan 2022 7:43 AM GMT
Fishermen clash over use of ring nets in Vizag, 4 boats set on fire
There have been clashes between fisherfolk who use traditional nets and those who use ring nets in Vizag. While ring net fishing is banned within...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 4 Jan 2022 11:53 AM GMT
Four youngsters drowns in sea at Vizag; 2 bodies recovered
Four youngsters drowned in the sea near RK Beach in Visakhapatnam on Sunday afternoon. Bodies of two washed ashore while the police are searching for...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 2 Jan 2022 1:47 PM GMT
Vizag: Road fatalities increase by 40% in 2021
As many as 364 people were killed and 1523 people injured in 1528 road accidents in Vizag city between January and December 2021. In 2020, 260 people...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 30 Dec 2021 11:34 AM GMT
Vizag cops gain upper hand in fight against extremists in 2021
The police chief said cooperation with neighbouring Odisha police increased during the last two years which has enabled the law enforcing agencies to...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 30 Dec 2021 10:32 AM GMT
`Clear Coasts Campaign': IYFS launches drive to rid Rushikonda beach of trash
President, India Youth for Society, Appala Reddy Yendreddi said that the main aim of the Clear Coasts Campaign is to create awareness among the people ...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 28 Dec 2021 4:45 AM GMT
LPG tanker overturns in Vizag; gas leak creates panic among locals
The police said that the leakage of the LPG from the tanker occurred when a team of the oil company tried to lift the overturned tanker from the...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 27 Dec 2021 8:23 AM GMT
Plum cakes, chilly morning, & warm fires: Vizag celebrates Christmas
From offering prayers at churches to having a feast at home, Christmas in the city was a colorful and fun-filled day. However, it was a tough day for...
By Sri Lakshmi Muttevi Published on 25 Dec 2021 2:31 PM GMT
ENC hosts 5-day training for 15 marine police officers from eight coastal districts
The training capsule, conducted under the aegis of the naval officer-in-charge Andhra Pradesh, included classroom instructions on seamanship,...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 25 Dec 2021 2:11 PM GMT
Fire at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, no casualties reported
According to sources, a ladle (vessel used to transport and pour out molten metals) had a hole through which molten fluid leaked out causing a fire.
By Newsmeter Network Published on 25 Dec 2021 10:06 AM GMT
INS Khukri decommissioned after 32 years of service
INS Khukri, the first of the indigenously built Missile Corvettes, was decommissioned after 32 years of service on 23 December.
By Newsmeter Network Published on 24 Dec 2021 12:49 PM GMT