Visakhapatnam

  • Andhra Pradesh Allocates 480 Acres for Adani-Google

    Andhra Pradesh Allocates 480 Acres for Adani-Google's Massive 1GW AI Data Center Project

    Dec 04, 2025 01:30 pm CST

    The Andhra Pradesh government has officially allocated 480 acres of land to Adani Infra (India) Pvt Ltd, a notified partner of Google's Raiden Infotech, for developing massive 1GW AI data centers. This landmark project represents a significant investment of over Rs 87,500 crore, with the state offering Rs 22,000 crore in incentives. Originally announced as a $10 billion investment, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu revealed the project has expanded to $15 billion, marking one of the largest tech infrastructure developments in the region.

  • From Vision to Reality: How Chandrababu Naidu

    From Vision to Reality: How Chandrababu Naidu's Historic Meeting with Bill Gates Transformed India's IT Landscape

    Nov 13, 2025 11:34 pm CST

    Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu reveals how his persistence led to a pivotal 45-minute meeting with Microsoft's Bill Gates in the 1990s, resulting in India's first Microsoft development center and catalyzing the country's IT revolution. Now, with new partnerships including Google's $15 billion investment in Visakhapatnam, Naidu continues to position the state as a global technology hub focused on artificial intelligence and advanced technologies.

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    Bengaluru's Infrastructure Crisis: How Interstate Collaboration Could Save India's Silicon Valley

    Oct 24, 2025 07:36 pm CST

    This analysis explores Bengaluru's infrastructure challenges as highlighted in the debate between Kiran Mazumdar Shaw and politicians. While Google's investment in Visakhapatnam raised concerns about Bengaluru losing its tech edge, the article suggests a collaborative tri-state approach between Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh could create a robust technology region that addresses current limitations while preserving Bengaluru's position as India's premier tech talent hub despite AI disruption and infrastructure woes.

  • Google CEO Sundar Pichai

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai's $15 Billion AI Investment in Vizag: Connecting Childhood Memories with India's Tech Future

    Oct 18, 2025 05:43 pm CST

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai reflects on his emotional connection to Visakhapatnam while announcing a historic $15 billion investment to build Google's largest AI data center outside the US in the coastal Indian town. The project, powered by 80% clean energy, represents both a personal journey and Google's strategic commitment to transforming India's technological landscape.

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    Google's $15 Billion AI Data Centre Investment in Vizag: Chandrababu Naidu Celebrates Historic Tech Milestone

    Oct 16, 2025 01:28 pm CST

    Google has signed a landmark $15 billion agreement with the Andhra Pradesh government to establish an AI Data Centre in Visakhapatnam, marking the company's largest investment outside the United States. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu celebrated this historic milestone that positions the young state as a global technology hub and represents a significant advancement in India's digital transformation journey.

  • Google Invests $15 Billion in Andhra Pradesh AI Hub: JDS Criticizes Congress for Bengaluru

    Google Invests $15 Billion in Andhra Pradesh AI Hub: JDS Criticizes Congress for Bengaluru's Loss

    Oct 15, 2025 03:03 pm CST

    Google's decision to build a $15 billion AI hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh has sparked political controversy in Karnataka, with JDS accusing the Congress government of failing to maintain Bengaluru's business-friendly environment. The investment, announced by Google CEO Sundar Pichai to PM Modi, could have generated 30,000 jobs and Rs 10,000 crore annual revenue for Karnataka, according to JDS leaders who blame infrastructure neglect for the missed opportunity.

  • Google Launches Largest AI Hub Outside US in Visakhapatnam with $15 Billion Investment in India

    Google Launches Largest AI Hub Outside US in Visakhapatnam with $15 Billion Investment in India

    Oct 14, 2025 05:04 pm CST

    Google has partnered with the Adani Group to establish a gigawatt-scale data center and AI hub in Visakhapatnam, marking its largest investment in India. CEO Sundar Pichai announced a $15 billion commitment over five years, aligning with PM Modi's Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. The landmark project aims to accelerate AI innovation across India while creating substantial economic opportunities in the rapidly growing digital economy.

  • Google to Invest $15 Billion in India

    Google to Invest $15 Billion in India's Largest AI Hub: Partnership with Adani Group in Visakhapatnam

    Oct 14, 2025 04:51 pm CST

    Google announces a $15 billion investment over five years to build India's largest AI hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, in partnership with Adani Group. The project includes a 1-gigawatt data center campus and will be Google's largest AI facility outside the US, aiming to accelerate AI innovation and digital growth across India while generating significant economic benefits.

  • Chandrababu Naidu Secures Historic $10 Billion Google Data Center Investment for Visakhapatnam During Delhi Meeting with PM Modi

    Chandrababu Naidu Secures Historic $10 Billion Google Data Center Investment for Visakhapatnam During Delhi Meeting with PM Modi

    Oct 13, 2025 04:34 pm CST

    Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu visits Delhi for crucial talks with PM Modi and to sign a landmark $10 billion agreement with Google for a hyperscale data center in Visakhapatnam. This record FDI investment aims to transform Vizag into India's first AI Hub, creating over 188,000 annual jobs and strengthening the renewed TDP-BJP alliance under the NDA framework.

  • Indian Navy Commissions Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Ship

    Indian Navy Commissions Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Ship 'Androth' in Visakhapatnam

    Oct 06, 2025 09:46 am CST

    The Indian Navy will commission 'Androth', its second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, on October 6 at Naval Dockyard Visakhapatnam. Built by GRSE with over 80% indigenous content, this vessel strengthens India's maritime capabilities while advancing the nation's self-reliance in defense manufacturing.