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Government offices in Visakhapatnam turned workplace celebrations into playful competitions ahead of International Women's Day. Women employees swapped their usual routines for lemon-and-spoon races and tug-of-war matches.
Eighty members of Visakhapatnam's Bengali community welcomed their New Year with traditional songs and white-and-red attire along the city's scenic Beach Road. The Poila Baisakh celebration brought together generations in a vibrant morning procession honoring their cultural heritage.
After 30 years of living without formal housing, 200 families in Visakhapatnam are getting a lifeline from the government. A new modernization plan promises to transform their community and provide proper homes.
Thousands gathered in Visakhapatnam this weekend as the city's annual cultural celebration kicked off with traditional dances, music, and coastal helicopter rides. The three-day festival is bringing local artisans, performers, and families together to celebrate the region's rich heritage.
A spectacular flower exhibition opened in Visakhapatnam, India, showcasing over 100 rare and exotic flower species from across the country. The three-day event features massive floral sculptures, bonsai displays, and intricate vegetable carvings by local artists.
Families living in difficult conditions at Velampeta slum will soon have proper houses after the state minister approved a long-awaited construction plan. The decision came after officials visited the neighborhood and listened to residents describe their daily hardships.
Google just broke ground on a massive AI hub in India that could reshape the country's tech future. The facility is part of a $15 billion investment to build a gigawatt-scale AI ecosystem over the next five years.
Thousands in Visakhapatnam kicked off a run and ride celebration that's part of a torch relay spreading peace across 140 countries. The event honored Sri Sathya Sai Baba's birth centenary with fitness, music, and a powerful message of unity.
Children in Visakhapatnam can now learn sea kayaking through a free training program that teaches water safety, confidence, and fitness. The early morning sessions at Rushikonda Beach combine beach practice with real ocean experience under expert supervision.
A 43-year-old patient walked out of Apollo Hospital in Visakhapatnam after surgeons performed a groundbreaking cardiac procedure never before done in the city. The David procedure saved his life while preserving his own heart valve. ##
India celebrated the courage and dedication of its seafarers this Sunday, marking National Maritime Day with the theme "Empowering Progress." The event recognized the critical role maritime workers play in keeping global trade moving and driving economic growth.
When a Japanese sailor fell critically ill at sea, the Indian Navy launched a daring rescue mission 200 kilometers from shore. The life-saving operation showcased the power of international cooperation in moments that matter most.
Three organizations are teaming up to plant a dense urban forest on university grounds in Visakhapatnam, India. The project will transform three acres into a thriving green space using a fast-growth planting method.
Strangers in Visakhapatnam are gathering in cafes and parks for flower pressing, clay making, and book clubs instead of heading to malls. Grassroots organizers have launched 20+ community clubs in six months, creating spaces where people connect over shared interests.
Greater Visakhapatnam is ramping up its humane stray dog management program to perform 100 sterilizations daily. The initiative keeps communities safer while treating animals with compassion.
India's Visakhapatnam district is launching free biometric update camps to help nearly 58,000 children keep their digital IDs current. The special eight-day initiative brings government services directly to neighborhoods, making essential updates easy for families.
Visakhapatnam is betting big on becoming India's cleanest city with a comprehensive month-long campaign that tackles everything from street waste to stormwater drains. The organized effort brings together city officials, residents, and community voices in a coordinated push for the national top spot.
Millions of Indian workers over 40 can now get free annual health screenings to catch diseases early. The new nationwide program started this week in Visakhapatnam.
A garment facility near Visakhapatnam is helping thousands of rural women achieve financial independence through manufacturing jobs. India's textile sector now employs more people than any industry except agriculture.
A Visakhapatnam gardener transformed her terrace into a thriving fruit orchard with organic mangoes, oranges, and jackfruit. Now she's sharing her simple methods so anyone can grow full-sized fruit trees at home.
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