Lighthouse Festival 3.0 in Visakhapatnam on Jan 9-10
Visakhapatnam gears up for Lighthouse Festival 3.0 on January 9 & 10. The event, backed by Union ministries, aims to celebrate maritime heritage and boost coastal tourism. Join the celebration!
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Visakhapatnam's GVMC targets ₹600 crore property tax revenue
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation collected ₹510 crore in property tax last fiscal. With new assessments and revised structures, it aims for ₹600 crore this year. Read how they plan to achieve it.
Vizag Master Plan Updated for IT, Data Centre Growth
Andhra Pradesh govt updates Visakhapatnam master plan for IT/ITES & data centre boom. Plan to assess infrastructure, earmark 30,000 acres. Read more.
Mother, Daughter Killed by Train in Salem's Mecheri
A 54-year-old woman and her 25-year-old daughter died after being hit by a locomotive near Mecheri in Salem district. Read the full details of the tragic accident and the police investigation.
Maharashtra Tops India in Railway Projects: Rs 3.5 Lakh Cr Investment
Maharashtra emerges as India's railway development leader with 35 mega projects worth Rs 3.5 lakh crore. Discover how this investment transforms Mumbai and Vidarbha's connectivity.
Shatabdi Moves Prematurely, Passengers Injured in Chandigarh
Panic at Chandigarh station as Kalka-Delhi Shatabdi moves early, injuring dozens. GRP files FIR, Railways orders probe. Victim calls it a 'dance of death'. Details inside.
RPF Constable Saves Woman from Train Accident in Ujjain
RPF Head Constable Ramashray Pal heroically rescued a 48-year-old woman who fell between a moving train and the platform at Ujjain railway station. Read about his brave act.
Visakhapatnam horse-riding centre tender cancelled, fresh bids planned
GVMC cancels flawed tender for Mudasarlova horse-riding centre, orders probe & recovery of Rs 3 crore advance. New tender to involve private investment, no public funds. Details here.
Brake Binding Caused Train Fire Near Visakhapatnam
A fatal fire on the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express was caused by brake binding, not a short circuit. The incident near Yelamanchili claimed one life. Read the full investigation details.
VMRDA Plans 25,000 Middle-Income Plots in Vizag by 2026
VMRDA announces ambitious plan for 25,000 middle-income plots in Visakhapatnam by 2026, along with key goals for infrastructure and citizen-centric reforms. Learn about the new initiatives.
Visakhapatnam's 2026 Plan: New Zones, Roads & Nightlife
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation unveils major 2026 initiatives: a 10-zone system, Rs 307 crore road project, enhanced night sanitation & AI traffic management. Explore the city's urban upgrade.
Ahmedabad: Truck kills man, 70, wife loses leg in Zundal bridge accident
A 70-year-old man died and his wife's leg was amputated after a speeding truck hit their scooter near Zundal bridge in Ahmedabad. Police have registered a case against the driver. Read the full report.
Vizag Airport Sees 9.29% Passenger Growth in 2025
Visakhapatnam International Airport reports strong 9.29% passenger growth from Jan-Nov 2025, handling over 27.5 lakh flyers. It ranks 9th nationally for customer satisfaction. Read more about its hub ambitions.
BEST Bus Accident in Bhandup Kills 4 Pedestrians
Shocking CCTV footage captures the moment a BEST bus mows down pedestrians in Mumbai's Bhandup, killing four. Details on the tragic accident and police investigation.
Western Railway's 2025: Full Electrification, 97% Punctuality
Western Railway achieved 100% electrification, 97% punctuality, and digital transformation in 2025. Explore its safety, heritage, and infrastructure milestones. Read the full report.
GVMC to Start 10-Zone System in Visakhapatnam from 2026
GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg announces the new 10-zone structure for Visakhapatnam, effective Jan 1, 2026. Learn about the new zones and how citizens will access civic services.
Visakhapatnam's KGH adds backup power after outage
King George Hospital in Visakhapatnam installs a 323 kVA mobile generator following a major power outage. New measures aim to prevent future disruptions for ICU patients. Read more.
Train Fire in Andhra: 1 Dead, Coaches Detached to Stop Blaze
One passenger died after two coaches of the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express caught fire near Visakhapatnam. Officials suspect the blaze started in the linen storage area. Read for details on rescue, investigation, and helpline numbers.
Varanasi Railway's Accident Relief Trains Get 5S Certification
Varanasi railway division's accident relief trains and medical van achieve 5S work management certification, a first for North Eastern Railway. Read about the systematic Japanese techniques used.
East Coast Railway to double train capacity in key cities
East Coast Railway plans to double train originating capacity from Bhubaneswar, Puri & Visakhapatnam by 2030. Major infrastructure upgrades underway to reduce congestion and boost connectivity.
New Kolaghat Bridge to End Railway Bottleneck by 2027
South Eastern Railway approves Rs 418.11 crore project to replace 125-year-old Kolaghat bridge. The new structure, set for 2027, will restore full-speed operations on the busy Howrah-Kharagpur section.
Vizag Station Redevelopment: 14 Platforms, Airport-Style Design
Visakhapatnam's railway station redevelopment is set to begin with a new design featuring 14 platforms, 16 lines, and airport-like facilities. The ₹500 crore project aims for completion in two years.
Premium Food Brands Coming to Indian Railway Stations
Global & Indian food chains like McDonald's, KFC, Haldiram's are set to open outlets at Indian railway stations. First outlets expected in 2026. Read more.
5 killed in Shahjahanpur train accident at railway crossing
Five people died after a passenger train hit their vehicle at an unmanned crossing in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur. Details on the tragic accident and ongoing investigation.
Ajni Station to Get New Services, Ease Nagpur Congestion
Central Railway plans to launch new train services from Ajni station in Nagpur within months to decongest routes. ₹1,500 crore allocated for Kumbh Mela upgrades. Read the latest developments.
India's First Elevated Railway Terminal Proposed in Yelahanka
Bengaluru's Yelahanka to get India's first fully elevated railway terminal at a cost of Rs 6,000 crore. The project aims to decongest the city and boost connectivity. Read for details.
13 Delhi stations upgraded under Amrit Bharat Scheme
13 railway stations in Delhi, including New Delhi and Anand Vihar, are being transformed with modern facilities. The upgrade includes better waiting areas, CCTV, and amenities for a superior commuter experience.
Visakhapatnam: GVMC Launches Online Survey Certificate Service
GVMC introduces an online system for survey certificates for plots & buildings, ending manual visits. Get your certificate within 7 days. Apply now on the official website.
Buxar Station to Become Major Junction with Rs 30 Lakh Upgrade
Buxar railway station, Bihar's gateway, is undergoing a major Rs 30 lakh upgrade to add two new platforms and modernise tracks. This will boost train handling capacity and improve connectivity to Patna and Ghazipur.
Railway Board Official Inspects Varanasi's Banaras Station
Railway Board EDCC Shailendra Singh inspected Banaras Railway Station, directing staff on maintenance, future development, and commercial management. Read the full report.
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