Visakhapatnam: News
AdaniConneX's data centers in Visakhapatnam to use air-based cooling
AdaniConneX, a joint venture between Adani Enterprises and US-based EdgeConneX, is set to revolutionize the data center industry in Visakhapatnam.
Meet Amit Kumar, interim India head of Google Cloud
Google Cloud has appointed Amit Kumar as the interim head of its India operations.
13 Navy men under scanner after 'Pakistan-linked spy racket' busted
A suspected espionage network linked to Pakistan has triggered a major counter-intelligence operation across India after the Andhra Pradesh Counter Intelligence (CI) Cell claimed to have busted a multi-state espionage conspiracy that had been underway for months.
These Indian coastal spots may not be worth the hype
India's coastline is dotted with many popular tourist destinations, but not all of them are worth the hype.
Sukriti Foods promoter arrested in Tirupati laddu ghee case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Kailash Chand Mangla, the promoter of Sukriti Foods, in connection with a money laundering case.
What's special about deep-sea diving vessel INS Nipun commissioned today
The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Nipun, its second indigenous Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel (DSV), at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai.
Google can now build $15B data center in Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has declined to halt the construction of Google's proposed $15 billion data center in Visakhapatnam.
Andhra Pradesh greenlights ₹31,400cr AI data center in Visakhapatnam
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved the establishment of a 512MW green integrated artificial intelligence (AI) data center in Visakhapatnam district.
Vizag boy dies after teacher slap; what really happened
A six-year-old student of Little Garden School in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, died under mysterious circumstances on Thursday, shortly after he was slapped by his teacher for not completing his homework.
Why you cannot use Visakhapatnam airport anymore
Visakhapatnam Airport ceased its commercial flight operations yesterday.
Why Google's $15B Indian data center project is facing opposition
Google's ambitious $15 billion data center project in India is facing opposition from environmentalists.
PM Modi inaugurates Andhra Pradesh's 1st international greenfield airport
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh's Vizianagaram district on Saturday.
AP: Fishing boat with 7 crew members goes missing
A fishing boat with seven crew members went missing off the coast of Visakhapatnam after it reportedly developed a mechanical fault.
Andhra Pradesh: 2 workers killed in fire at plastic unit
A massive fire at Dakshin Energy's facility in Paravada, Anakapalle district of Andhra Pradesh, killed two workers on Tuesday morning.
9 workers killed in massive fire at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
At least nine workers were killed when molten metal fell on them at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant on Monday.
Adani says legal challenges in the US are now over
Billionaire Gautam Adani has announced that the Adani Group has moved past its legal challenges in the United States.
Andhra Pradesh government clears ₹2L crore investment proposals
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved investment proposals worth over ₹2 lakh crore.
Andhra CM Naidu launches Google's $15B AI hub in Vizag
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has laid the foundation stone for a new Google artificial intelligence (AI) hub in Visakhapatnam.
Andhra CM to launch Google's $15B AI data center tomorrow
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will lay the foundation stone for a $15 billion artificial intelligence (AI) data center in Visakhapatnam on April 28.
Google bags discom license for $15B AP data center hub
Google has bagged a power distribution (discom) license for its upcoming 1GW data center hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
Umpire killed over run-out decision dispute in Andhra Pradesh: Details
In a shocking incident, an umpire was brutally stabbed to death over a dispute regarding a run-out decision in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, as reported by NDTV.
Google to launch $15B Vizag data center on April 28
Google will officially start the construction of its $15 billion data center hub in Andhra Pradesh on April 28.
Rajnath Singh commissions indigenous nuclear-powered submarine INS Aridaman into Navy
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday commissioned the indigenous nuclear-powered submarine INS Aridaman into the Indian Navy.
India holds 250M+ barrels of oil, enough for 7-8 weeks
India has a strategic energy buffer of over 250 million barrels of crude oil and refined petroleum products, a government report has revealed.
India responded to distress call of Iran ship: Navy
The Indian Navy on Thursday said it launched search and rescue operations for the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena, which sank in the Indian Ocean after being hit by a torpedo fired from a United States submarine.
'Could be targeted': Concerns as 2nd Iranian ship approaches Lanka
A second Iranian warship is reportedly heading toward Sri Lanka, just a day after a United States submarine sank the IRIS Dena, an Iranian frigate.
India AI Impact Summit secures $240B pledge from major firms
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 has witnessed a massive investment commitment of $240 billion from major players like Reliance Industries, Adani Group, Lightspeed Ventures, Google, and Tata.
India's third nuclear submarine, INS Aridhaman, to be commissioned soon
India is set to strengthen its sea-based nuclear deterrent with the commissioning of its third indigenous Arihant-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridhaman.
Ajit Pawar's Bombardier Learjet had crashed in 2023 as well
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash near Baramati airport on Wednesday morning.
Cognizant expands operations in tier-2 cities to tap into talent
Cognizant, a leading global technology company, is expanding its operations in India, including tier-2 cities. The move is part of a strategy to tap into the country's vast talent pool.
Thinking of a coastal vacay? Avoid these overrated spots
India's coastline is dotted with a number of popular tourist destinations, but not all of them live up to the hype.
New airports coming up in India every 50 days
India is rapidly expanding its aviation infrastructure, with the number of aircraft in the country rising to 843.
Around 25% of India's proposed FY26 investments belong to AP
Andhra Pradesh has emerged as the top investment destination in India, capturing a whopping 25.3% of all proposed investments in the first nine months of the financial year 2025-26.
If you plan an aquarium trip, skip these
India is home to several aquariums, but not all of them live up to the hype.
Air India Delhi-Mumbai flight returns after engine oil pressure drops
An Air India flight from Delhi to Mumbai had to return shortly after take-off due to a technical snag.
India remains key market despite global tariff pressures: Google
Google has reaffirmed its commitment to India, despite the ongoing trade and tariff tensions with the US.
Cases of scrub typhus surge in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh is witnessing a sudden rise in scrub typhus cases, with districts like Chittoor, Kakinada, and Visakhapatnam reporting hundreds of infections, according to Moneycontrol.
Andhra Pradesh: Reliance's JV to build data centers for ₹98,000cr
Digital Connexion, a joint venture of Reliance Industries, Brookfield, and US-based Digital Realty, has announced an investment of $11 billion (around ₹98,000 crore) by 2030.
Meta to lease a 500MW AI data center in Visakhapatnam
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is reportedly partnering with Sify Technologies to develop a large 500-megawatt (MW) data center in Visakhapatnam.
This renewable energy firm will invest ₹82,000cr in Andhra Pradesh
Renew, a renewable energy company, has announced a massive investment of ₹82,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh.
Cyclone 'Montha' intensifies; landfall begins near Andhra coast
Landfall of Cyclone "Montha" has begun near the Andhra Pradesh coast, with coastal districts experiencing heavy rainfall and strong winds.
Google to set up AI hub in Visakhapatnam for $15B
Google has announced a massive investment of $15 billion over the next five years to set up an artificial intelligence (AI) hub in Visakhapatnam.