VICE ADMIRAL ANUP SINGH PAYS HOMAGE TO MARTYRS : In his first formal ceremony on assuming charge of the Eastern Naval Command and prior to commencement of regular functioning as the Commander-in-Chief, Vice Admiral Anup Singh, AVSM, NM, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command paid rich tributes to the martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice for the countrys Independence and in defence of the mother land. A 50-man Guard of Honour was paraded on the occasion at the Navy War Memorial on the Rama Krishna Beach Road on 28th August, 2009.

The Admiral was received on arrival by Commodore Rajesh Sarin, Commodore Commanding Submarines (East). The Flag Officer proceeded to the War Memorial in slow march with the wreath bearers marching in front. The Guard performed the Salami Shastra followed by Shok Shastra as the Commander-in-Chief placed the floral wreath. A two minute silence was observed as the bugler sounded the Last Post. With the guard reverting to the Salami Shastra position, the Bugler sounded, Rouse heralding the end of the Ceremony.

A Giant Ganesh idol of 30 feet is attracting a large number of devotees at CMR Shopping Mall, Visakhapatnam.

Sri PK Bishnoi, CMD of RINL was felicitated by the Visakhpatnam Chapters of ISTD, NHRD, NIPM and Visakhapatnam Management Association for his significant contribution towards excellence in management and on his assuming charge of non-executive Chairman of Bird group of companies .

Captain SS Tripathi, CMD of Dredging Corporation of India, who was guest of honour complimented the chapters for felicitating Sri PK Bishnoi who brought laurels to the "City of Destiny". Prof. B Satyanarayana, Vice-Chancellor, Andhra University who was chief guest said that he is happy to be associated with the felicitation of Sri PK Bishnoi for his untiring efforts in RINL getting the ‘Navaratna status’. Professor Satyanarayana presented a shawl and National President, ISTD and Director (Personnel), Visakhapatnam Steel Plant Sri Y Manohar presented a memento to Sri PK Bishnoi.

Independence Day was celebrated in a colorful function organized in Visakhapatnam Special Economic Zone. Shri M.S. Rao, IAS, Development Commissioner hoisted the National Flag and addressed the employees of VSEZ and workers of the zone units on 15th August, 2009.

Independence Day was celebrated at Sri Sathya Sai Vidya Vihar, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam on 15th August, 2009.

OLDEST SUBMARINE INS VAGLI CELEBRATES 35th ANNIVERSARY : The oldest operational submarine of the Indian Navy, INS Vagli, recently celebrated her 35th Anniversary at Visakhapatnam. The Anniversary Celebrations were marked by a host of activities that included a Tree Plantation Drive and a Blood Donation Camp. The traditional cake-cutting ceremony was conducted in the presence of Commodore Commanding Submarines (East) Commodore Rajesh Sarin, the Chief Guest on the occasion, who congratulated the crew and the support staff on the efforts put in by them in keeping the submarine fighting fit.

Commissioned on 10th August, 1974 at Riga in former USSR, the submarine is one of the eight submarines of Foxtrot class inducted between 1971 and 1974. Most of these have been decommissioned after long and distinguished service. INS Vagli is the only submarine of the class still in active service and one of the oldest operational submarines in the world. The 1800-ton submarine is capable of diving to more than 150 meters and carries a lethal punch of sensors and weapons to attack surface ships and submarines. It is manned by a crew of 10 officers and 70 sailors. In her illustrious service of 35 years, the submarine has operated on both Eastern and Western coasts and has participated many important combat missions and major naval exercises. Despite her vintage, the submarine has been sailing extensively and was adjudged the 'Most Spirited Submarine' for the year 2008-09. The submarine is presently being commanded by Commander Abhijit Kapre.

The Eastern Naval Command bid farewell to Admiral Suresh Mehta, Chief of the Naval Staff at a colourful Ceremonial parade held at INS Circars Parade ground on 13th August, 2009.

Municipal Corporation workers on a demolition spree on Rama Talkies Road.  GVMC has been demolishing or threatening to demolish 'illegal' structures especially in Dwarakanagar over the last one month.  The drive, however, has been sporadic, selective and inconsistent which might be an indication of corruption.