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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
10,230 vehicles to transport yoga participants
A total of 10,230 vehicles, including 3,200 RTC buses , were deployed to transport more than 4.5 lakh people from Vizag city, Anakapalli , Alluri Sitarama Raju, Vizianagaram, and Srikakulam districts for International Yoga Day on June 21. It is noted that the authorities are making arrangements for 3.3 lakh people in 326 compartments along a 30.2 km stretch from RK Beach to Bheemili and its surroundings. Govt is attempting a World Record performance with a large number of participants. It's total target is around five lakh, including 58,000 from educational institutions, 2.5 lakh from Mepma, 50,000 from SERP, and 1.2 lakh from other districts. According to govt sources, around 2,500 auto rickshaws, 200 Tata vehicles, and others, apart from the 3,200 RTC buses, were pressed into service for the Yoga Day celebrations. DGP Harish Kumar Gupta agreed that traffic and parking are major issues. The police officials have finalised the route and action plan for traffic management with the recommendations of experts. "We are taking full-fledged measures for a hassle-free journey for the participants and general public as well," the DGP stated. MT Krishna Babu , special secretary of health department, stated that officials should work in coordination to successfully organise International Yoga Day. This was discussed during the review meeting at the AU Convention Center's Command Control Center with special officers, police, and officials from various departments to discuss arrangements for buses, movement of people and students, parking, traffic, and sanitation. Krishna Babu emphasised that officials should work together to ensure the safe transportation of attendees, including students, to the designated locations without traffic issues and safely return them to their destinations. He instructed that people coming from Vizianagaram, Srikakulam, Paderu, and Anakapalli districts should be directly transported to their assigned blocks. Information about these blocks and parking details should be communicated to the relevant staff in advance.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Hans India
DGP urges people to be cautious about cyber crimes
Vijayawada: With the rapid expansion of internet usage in the digital era, cyber crimes are also increasing at an alarming rate, said DGP Harish Kumar Gupta. He said that cyber attacks on personal information, banking details, and social media accounts have become very common these days and emphasised that every individual should be aware of cyber crimes. Gupta said cyber crimes can be curbed when every individual becomes aware of cyber safety, refrains from clicking on suspicious links, avoids responding to unknown calls, and never shares banking or personal details. In a press release on Tuesday, the DGP said in recent times social media accounts are frequently receiving APK (Android Package) files from unknown mobile numbers and groups — examples include: PM KISAN YOJANA No ICICI Bank Credit Card SBI Some of these APK files contain malware, spyware, or Trojan codes. When users unknowingly click on these APK files, personal information such as bank account details, passwords, contacts, messages, gallery files, etc., gets stolen from their phones and falls into the hands of hackers, the DGP warned. He said these cyber criminals not only empty the victim's bank accounts with a single click but also resort to blackmail using the stolen personal data. Some malicious apps are even capable of stealing OTPs received via SMS. The DGP narrated a recent incident in which the cyber criminals stole Rs 94,000 from SBI customers. He said recently a farmer from Kanaganapalli area in Sri Sathya Sai district received a fake APK file on WhatsApp with name of PM Kisan Yojana. Assuming it was an official app, the farmer downloaded it, which led to cyber criminals stealing Rs 94,000 from his SBI bank account. He suggested that the people to install proven antivirus/mobile security applications such as Avast, Norton, Bitdefender, etc., He said people should be cautious while using banking apps, and only conduct transactions through official banking applications. He further urged that anyone who falls victim to cyber crime should immediately call the helpline number 1930 or file a complaint at
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
10,230 vehicles to transport participants from various districts for Yoga Day event in Vizag
1 2 Visakhapatnam: A total of 10,230 vehicles, including 3,200 RTC buses, were deployed to transport more than 4.5 lakh people from Vizag city, Anakapalli, Alluri Sitarama Raju, Vizianagaram, and Srikakulam districts for International Yoga Day on June 21. It is noted that the authorities are making arrangements for 3.3 lakh people in 326 compartments along a 30.2 km stretch from RK Beach to Bheemili and its surroundings. Govt is attempting a World Record performance with a large number of participants. It's total target is around five lakh, including 58,000 from educational institutions, 2.5 lakh from Mepma, 50,000 from SERP, and 1.2 lakh from other districts. According to govt sources, around 2,500 auto rickshaws, 200 Tata vehicles, and others, apart from the 3,200 RTC buses, were pressed into service for the Yoga Day celebrations. DGP Harish Kumar Gupta agreed that traffic and parking are major issues. The police officials have finalised the route and action plan for traffic management with the recommendations of experts. "We are taking full-fledged measures for a hassle-free journey for the participants and general public as well," the DGP stated. MT Krishna Babu, special secretary of health department, stated that officials should work in coordination to successfully organise International Yoga Day. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo This was discussed during the review meeting at the AU Convention Center's Command Control Center with special officers, police, and officials from various departments to discuss arrangements for buses, movement of people and students, parking, traffic, and sanitation. Krishna Babu emphasised that officials should work together to ensure the safe transportation of attendees, including students, to the designated locations without traffic issues and safely return them to their destinations. He instructed that people coming from Vizianagaram, Srikakulam, Paderu, and Anakapalli districts should be directly transported to their assigned blocks. Information about these blocks and parking details should be communicated to the relevant staff in advance. Arrangements for microphones and lighting should be made at the parking areas, and staff from the revenue, police, RTC, and transport departments should be deployed. Drivers should remain vigilant to prevent any untoward incidents during the event and drive carefully to ensure the safe transport of people to respective their destinations. Special teams should be formed to oversee vehicle movement and maintenance. Drinking water should be supplied, and toilets and sanitation should be properly maintained, he instructed the officials.
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
8k police officials to be deployed for Yoga Day celebration in Vizag
Visakhapatnam: Authorities in Visakhapatnam are gearing up to host a record-breaking International Yoga Day , aiming to gather over five lakh people in the Port City. Initially, the plan was to bring 2.5 lakh people, but the target was reportedly revised upwards after a coordination committee meeting chaired by DGP Harish Kumar Gupta. The event, scheduled for June 21, is expected to feature Prime Minister Narendra Modi, although his visit is yet to be confirmed. To ensure the smooth conduct of the event, authorities will deploy 8,000 police officers, including personnel from Srikakulam to Chittoor. Lifeguards and divers will also be stationed along the entire stretch for safety measures. The main venue will be a 2km stretch from RK Beach to Park Hotel, and RK Beach to Rushikonda and Madhurawada via Panorama Hills, with people's participation in yoga planned along a 26.5 km stretch from RK Beach to Bheemili. In case of rain, the district authorities have planned alternative arrangements, including conducting the event at the Andhra University grounds with a rooftop. The DGP, along with senior officials, has been reviewing the arrangements and security aspects. To achieve the Guinness World Record, the district administration plans to place all participants on a single platform without losing connectivity. The main venue will be divided into 127 compartments, each accommodating 1,000 participants, along the 26.5 km stretch. The event is expected to be attended by several VVIPs, including CM Chandrababu Naidu, governor Ahmed, deputy chief minister Pavan Kalyan, and other ministers.
Hans India
06-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
AI Hackathon from June 27 in Guntur
Vijayawada: The State police department is set to organise the prestigious 'AI Hackathon' at national level from June 27 to 29 at RVR & JC College of Engineering in Guntur. On this occasion, DGP Harish Kumar Gupta announced that Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu will inaugurate the AI Hackathon. He stated that the primary objective of this event is to explore Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based solutions for policing and public service. The hackathon aligns with the Chief Minister's vision to incorporate modern technology into governance. DGP Gupta emphasised that the hackathon would serve as a strategic platform to develop scientific and practical AI solutions. He stated that eight problem statements have been curated by senior IPS officers in collaboration with their knowledge partner, 4SightsAI, which has played a key role in designing and conceptualizing the program. This AI hackathon will provide multiple solutions for these eight problem statements. We're taking it forward; we will be launching pilot projects in the districts and then rolling them out on a larger scale in the state so that the working becomes efficient and service delivery is more consistent and transparent. So, that was the basic idea of this AI hackathon. The hackathon is also a platform, and this is not a one-off event. It will be a collaborative process on a continuous basis with the industry. Participation in the AI Hackathon is completely free, with no entry fee. The top-performing teams will receive certificates and a total cash prize of ₹10 lakhs. An awards selection committee comprising senior IPS officers, IT experts, and academic researchers will evaluate the solutions. Selected teams will be provided with free accommodation during the event. The AP police department has extended invitations to domestic and international IT companies, reputed educational institutions, and startups. So far, around 30 teams have registered to participate. Many premier organizations have also informed us of their participation. Hopefully, it will give better input to the department and move policing forward. Each company is expected to send teams of three to four members to develop AI-based solutions. DGP Gupta also highlighted the broader use of technology in policing, noting that drones are being extensively used for routine patrols and enforcement in cities like Vijayawada. CCTV camera coverage has significantly increased across the state. The DGP concluded by stating that this AI Hackathon would be a milestone in leveraging AI capabilities for public services and urged innovative AI teams, IT firms, and startups to participate and contribute to the success of this groundbreaking initiative.
