Andhra Pradesh
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.
Andhra Pradesh vs Karnataka: The Battle for Tech Investment Intensifies as Google Chooses Andhra
Oct 16, 2025 04:55 pm CST
The rivalry between Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka has escalated over infrastructure and investment opportunities, with IT Minister Nara Lokesh promoting Andhra as an alternative to Bengaluru following complaints about poor infrastructure. Google's $15 billion investment in Andhra has further intensified tensions between the states as they compete for technology sector dominance.
PM Modi Performs Sacred Rudrabhishekam at Andhra Pradesh's Historic Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple
Oct 16, 2025 04:50 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the sacred Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple in Andhra Pradesh, performing Rudrabhishekam with Panchamuralu. The unique temple, housing both a Jyotirlinga and Shakti Peeth, was visited alongside CM Chandrababu Naidu before Modi proceeded to Kurnool for development project inaugurations and a public address on GST reforms.
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'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
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.
NHRC Urged to Investigate Deadly Hepatitis-A Outbreak Among Tribal Students in Andhra Pradesh
Oct 14, 2025 12:37 am CST
YSR Congress Party has approached the National Human Rights Commission seeking an investigation into a jaundice outbreak that has infected over 170 tribal students and caused two deaths in Andhra Pradesh's Manyam district. The delegation accused the state government of negligence in providing safe drinking water and timely medical care at tribal residential schools, demanding compensation for victims' families and immediate health screenings for all students.
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.
Investigation Launched: 3-Member Committee Probes 18-Month-Old Baby's Death at Andhra Pradesh Child Care Facility
Oct 05, 2025 06:03 pm CST
A 3-member committee has been formed to investigate the death of an 18-month-old baby at a Shishu Gruha (Child Care Center) in Andhra Pradesh amid allegations of staff negligence and procedural violations in handling the infant's remains. The YSRCP opposition claims that negligence contributed to the tragedy while officials examine whether proper protocols were followed both in the child's medical care and subsequent burial arrangements.
Contrasting Approaches to Social Media Regulation: Andhra Pradesh's Legislative Path vs Telangana's Surveillance Strategy
Oct 03, 2025 01:26 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are implementing distinctly different strategies to regulate social media content and behavior. While Andhra Pradesh forms a ministerial committee to draft comprehensive legislation addressing misinformation, Telangana takes a more controversial surveillance approach by opening "history sheets" on repeat social media offenders, raising concerns about the balance between digital governance and constitutional freedoms.