Costal Chronicle

  Workshop on BIS code IS 18591-2024 Code of Practice  on Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Structures Two-day Workshop on BIS code IS 18591-2024 : Code of Practice on Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Structures , organized as part of Centenary Celebrations of Andhra University by Department of Civil Engineering, Andhra University College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam   in association with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), iGrip, IITGandhinagar, and Indian Geotechnical Society Visakhapatnam Chapter, commenced today. The event is inaugurated by Prof. M. Shashi, Principal, Andhra University College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam. During the inaugural address, Prof. Shashi highlighted the role of Bureau of Indian Standards in formulation of useful standards coupling the theoretical concepts with real time field experiences involving the stake holders for quality, reliable and safe codes of practice for sustainable constructions. She stressed the need for consideration of soil - struct...

 Long-Lasting Structures Possible with Geosynthetics:  Prof. G.V. Rao, Former IIT Delhi Professor • Construction must be based on soil characteristics • Two-day BIS workshop concludes at Andhra University VISAKHAPATNAM, February 28: Former IIT Delhi Professor G.V. Rao stated that durable and robust constructions are achievable through Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil (GRS) structures. He was speaking at a two-day workshop on the “BIS Code of Practice on Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Structures,” jointly organized by the Department of Civil Engineering, Andhra University (AU) and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in association with iGrip, IIT Gandhinagar and  Indian Geotechnical Society Visakhapatnam Chapter as part of AU’s Centenary Celebrations. Addressing the gathering, Prof. Rao highlighted that shifting from traditional methods to modern geosynthetic techniques can significantly reduce both construction and maintenance costs. He announced that a specific ‘Code of P...

  US Immigration Attorney Outlines Global Visa Pressures and EB‑5 Opportunities    Visakhapatnam, February 10, 2026: The Law Offices of Nadadur S. Kumar successfully conducted an insightful media briefing at Novotel Varun Beach, Vizag , addressing the rapidly evolving U.S. immigration landscape for Indian students, professionals, investors and families. The session examined pressing visa challenges and strategic pathways, particularly the EB 5 investor programme , against the backdrop of the newly announced Indo-US trade agreement and heightened global scrutiny on immigration. Mr. Nadadur S. Kumar , a leading U.S. immigration attorney with over 40 years of experience, emphasized the EB-5 immigrant investor programme as the most viable route to permanent residency for Indian applicants facing unprecedented delays across other visa categories. Drawing on 30 years of practice, he stated, "I have filed thousands of EB-5 cases. Every one of them got their green card and the...

  The Light House Bar: A New Beacon of Coastal Luxury in Visakhapatnam In a city where the sea defines both rhythm and romance, The Light House Bar emerges as Visakhapatnam's most refined new address for elevated evenings. Designed as a contemporary homage to the timeless lighthouse, the bar blends coastal nostalgia with modern luxury, offering a sensorial escape after sunset. Bathed in warm hues and subtle nautical accents, The Light House Bar captures the essence of the shoreline effortless, elegant, and quietly dramatic. The ambience is intimate yet expansive, inviting guests to linger as the evening unfolds against a backdrop of curated music and sea-inspired sophistication. At its core lies a bespoke cocktail program, thoughtfully developed to celebrate craftsmanship and locality. Premium spirits are layered with botanicals, Indian spices, and regional ingredients such as kaffir lime, coconut, jaggery, and white tea - resulting in cocktails that are nuanced, balanced, and unmi...