Varkala Chosen as a Global Zero Waste.

To be included into the 20 Cities Towards Zero Waste program, Varkala has been selected. This acknowledgment underscores the increased attempts of India to make its cities clean and sustainable. It makes Varkala one of the global cities aiming to approach improved waste management and environmental protection.

India Inducts Agray Warship to Build Naval Power.

A new warship, Agray has been added to the naval fleet of India enhancing coastal defence and underwater security. The ship belongs to a program of establishing modern, indigenous ships of the Indian Navy. It reveals the increasing attention of India to self-dependence in defence manufacturing.

India is set to launch its First Quantum Computer in Amaravati.

On April 14, 2026, the state of Andhra Pradesh plans to deploy the first quantum computer in India in Amaravati. This step, which Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced, became part of the plan of the State to become one of the leaders in the field of advanced technologies. The project helps India to drive towards innovation and future oriented industries.

Centre Moves to Declare Amaravati as Sole Capital

The Central Government plans to introduce the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha. The aim is to officially declare Amaravati as the only capital of Andhra Pradesh and end uncertainty over the State’s capital status.

New COVID Variant “Cicada” Under Global Watch

A new COVID-19 variant named BA.3.2, informally called “Cicada,” is being detected in different parts of the world. Health agencies have noted that it existed at low levels for a long time before becoming more visible. The name reflects how it stayed hidden for months before spreading more widely.