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Cybercrime in Andhra Pradesh surged by 8% in 2024, with fraud accounting for over half of the 2,528 cases. Victims lost nearly ₹970 crore, with investment scams originating from Southeast Asia being a significant concern. Authorities are intensifying awareness drives to combat these evolving threats.

In the serene coastal city of Visakhapatnam, an emotional phenomenon unfolds as pet owners dedicate intricate memorials along the sandy shores. These poignant markers, often inscribed with phrases like 'Your paw prints will forever remain in our hearts,' showcase the deep affection and loyalty shared with furry friends.

In the 1970's,'80s and early '90s one went to RK Beach for some peace and quiet. It was a place for reflection, rejuvenation and for recharging the spirits of those who wanted to take a short break from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The bells are jingling all the way this Christmas. Stars and scenes of nativity are adorning several households in the city and celebrations are no longer confined to the Christian and Anglo-Indian families.

Even as vizagites are trying to pick up their pieces after being battered by Cyclone Hudhud, a silent human calamity has descended on them in the form of VIP presence including that of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu that is inconveniencing Port City residents and derailing the relief and rehabilitation operations currently underway.

It is not exotic European locales, African safaris, Caribbean cruises that are the flavour of this New Year holiday season for vizagites, but the good old destinations right in the backyard of the city.

In a major shift in conduct of thefts, fraudsters have made more money by sneaking into the accounts of vizagites than striking at their houses.

Cyclone Phailin may have left Vizag largely untouched but the Phailin phobia sent panic-stricken vizagites scurrying to markets to hoard consumables throughout the day.

With the aim of making dance popular among vizagites, a group of music-loving youngsters from the city are tapping their way into a genre of music and dance – the hip hop or rap music — which has the least number of takers.

As criminals are becoming increasingly tech savvy and coming up with innovative methods to dupe people, cops are struggling to tackle them. As a result, cyber offences in Vizag and other parts of the state are increasing at an alarming rate.

S Sumanth, a private-sector employee residing in an apartment near R K Beach said, "I have been born and brought up in Vizag but don't remember ever coming across such a bizarre sight of the sea waters turning red.

Terrified residents rushed out of their homes after mild tremors shook parts of Vizag city on Sunday morning.

Reports of suspected swine flu cases have sent vizagites into panic mode. The city has thus far reported four confirmed swine flu cases, while several people have been admitted to various hospitals with related symptoms.