A research article published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation indicates that the brain may serve as a target for novel treatments for type 1 diabetes, potentially enhancing insulin management. Researchers discovered that diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) can be addressed with the hormone leptin, even without the presence of insulin. DKA arises when the body cannot…
The Department of Civil Aviation, A&N Administration, is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from Indian aviation operators to establish commercial helicopter services throughout the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. This initiative is designed to enhance accessibility and improve the visitor experience by offering dependable air transport options for tourists traveling to popular sites. Selected operators will…
The Nicobar District Superintendent of Police, Shri Rahul L Nair, held a public hearing to address civic and safety issues, including women and child protection. He conducted an awareness session on drug abuse, urged residents to report illegal activities and suspicious items to the police. He also briefed villagers on evacuation routes during disasters and…
The Education Department organized a two-day distribution and fitting camp for Special Hearing Aids in Sri Vijaya Puram and Wimberlygunj, aimed at assisting children with hearing impairments. Experts from the Medical/Rehabilitation and Education Department evaluated 31 students and proposed tailored solutions to improve their learning and communication skills. Dr. Ravi Kapoor, a Senior Audiologist from…
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands Khadi and Village Industries Board organized a two-day training program for officials of the Department of Posts under the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP). The training aimed to equip postal personnel with the skills required for physical verification of PMEGP units in the Islands. The training included classroom instruction…
The Department of Agriculture in the Little Andaman zone, in collaboration with other Union Territory zones, launched an extensive plantation program under the ‘Spice Pravah’ initiative on July 31, 2025, with the objective of increasing the area designated for spice cultivation. The event was officially inaugurated by Shri Parmanathan, Pramukh of the Panchayat Samiti in…
The ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in North & Middle Andaman (CIARI) has conducted a three-day training program focused on skill development in Indian Major Carp (IMC) breeding, scheduled from July 28 to 30, 2025. This initiative aimed to provide rural farmers and youth with scientific techniques for fish breeding, thereby enhancing sustainable livelihoods and income…
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted its first search operation in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, focusing on alleged financial irregularities worth Rs 200 crore at a cooperative bank. The investigation included raids at nine locations in Port Blair, including the residence of Congress leader and former Lok Sabha MP Kuldeep Rai Sharma. Sharma, the vice-chairperson…
The administration of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands intends to construct five-star resorts at five different sites, including the uninhabited Aves Island, marking a first for the region. These eco-tourism facilities will be established at Neil Island, the Megapode Resort in Port Blair, as well as Aves Island, Long Island, and Smith Island located in…
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has conducted its first-ever search operation in the Andaman Nicobar Islands to investigate an alleged fraud case at the Andaman Nicobar State Cooperative Bank (ANSC Bank). The searches were conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and found incriminating documents indicating large-scale irregularities in loan and overdraft facilities….
