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According to official figures from the National AIDS Control Organisation (NCO), India is grappling with around 2.2 million HIV cases, with 65,000 new infections reported every year. (Photo: AP)

Combating HIV/AIDS: Progress, challenges, and hope on world AIDS day

VISHAKHAPATNAM: On the occasion of World AIDS Day, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced the theme for the...

1 Dec 2023 10:23 PM IST

Popular destinations beyond the city, such as Borra Caves, Araku, and Lambasinghi, experienced a tourism boom. (Image: DC)

3-day Weekend Draws Tourists to Vizag

Visakhapatnam: The three-day weekend has witnessed a rush of tourists in Visakhapatnam, with major spots like...

26 Nov 2023 11:25 PM IST

Mega fogging activities at ward no 52, zone 5 (DC)

Mosquito menace in Visakhapatnam, locals demand urgent action from...

Visakhapatnam: Residents of Visakhapatnam, mainly those in Marripalem, Old Karasa, NAD Junction, Gnanapuram and...

25 Nov 2023 11:49 PM IST

Alluri district destroys ganja cultivated in 64 acres

Alluri district destroys ganja cultivated in 64 acres

Visakhapatnam: In a two-day crackdown, the police in Alluri district have destroyed ganja cultivated on 64 acres of the...

25 Nov 2023 11:22 PM IST

The road widening project involves cutting of trees but also the relocation of trees to accommodate the citys development, with a focus on preserving greenery. (DC Image)

Tree transplantation raises concern in Vizag

Visakhapatnam: The road widening project here, triggered by the relocation of the Chief Minister's office and the...

25 Nov 2023 12:35 AM IST

Authorities are also providing counselling to auto drivers to raise awareness about safety. (Image: CCTV Footage)

Authorities crack down on autos transporting excess students

Visakhapatnam: Officials of the Regional Transport Office (RTO) in Visakhapatnam have cracked down on autos taking...

24 Nov 2023 12:33 AM IST

T-20 cricket match between India and Australia

Tight security for T-20I international in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam: Extensive security measures have been put in place for the much-awaited international T-20 cricket match...

22 Nov 2023 11:44 PM IST

Australias Glenn Maxwell and Marnus Labuschagne celebrate after winning the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2023 final over India, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. (PTI Photo/Gurinder Osan)

Vizagites Go High and Low as India Loses World Cup Final

VISHAKHAPATNAM: Cricket fever reached its zenith in Visakhapatnam on Sunday as Andhra Cricket Association (ACA)...

19 Nov 2023 11:19 PM IST

Cleaning the streets in the aftermath of the Diwali celebrations has turned out to be a daunting task for sanitary workers of the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC). The revelry with firecrackers on Monday night resulted in a massive spread of waste in the streets. (Representational image: DC)

Post-Diwali cleanup poses challenges for sanitary workers in port city

Visakhapatnam: Cleaning the streets in the aftermath of the Diwali celebrations has turned out to be a ...

13 Nov 2023 11:12 PM IST

The magnificent Chandragiri fort is an architectural marvel of the Vijayanagar empire

APTDC grapples with staff strikes and privatization concerns

Visakhapatnam: The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) is facing a major hurdle as 263 non-regular...

13 Nov 2023 11:02 PM IST

Greater Visakhapatnam Undergoing Comprehensive Beautification

Greater Visakhapatnam Undergoing Comprehensive Beautification

Visakhapatnam: Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) is embarking on a comprehensive beautification and...

10 Nov 2023 10:28 PM IST

Vizag Cops Crack Down, Target Gangs

Vizag Cops Crack Down, Target Gangs

Visakhapatnam: The Visakhapatnam city police have held a series of raids on Wednesday as part of its effort to ensure...

9 Nov 2023 1:27 AM IST