The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has completed its latest round of government bond purchases, taking the total for the current financial year (FY26) to an unprecedented ₹3.16 trillion. This marks the highest level of bond acquisitions ever recorded in a single fiscal year, underscoring the central bank’s aggressive liquidity management strategy. The RBI concluded…
The Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) has officially released its cruise schedule for January 2026, confirming passenger services to Barren Island, the only active volcano site in India. The announcement marks a significant step in promoting tourism in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, offering travelers a rare opportunity to witness the volcanic landscape from the…
When you think of a good productivity laptop, Apple’s MacBook lineup is one of the first options to come to mind. And as we step into 2026, tech enthusiasts as well as Apple fans across the world are curious about the next set of MacBooks in store. For years, upgrades to the MacBook lineup have…
Ports-to-energy conglomerate Adani Group is all set to invest up to ₹12 trillion in India in the next six years, chairman Gautam Adani said. The sizeable investments will be made in infrastructure, mining, renewable energy and ports, among others, he said. “There is huge investment potential. We will invest ₹10 to 12 trillion in India…
In a major public health initiative aimed at safeguarding residents, protecting students and promoting humane animal care, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services has launched an intensive mass awareness campaign titled ‘Stray Dog Bite Prevention and Management’ across the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. With the UT continuing to maintain its long-standing rabies-free status, the campaign focuses…
The Pay & Accounts Organisation of the A&N Administration celebrated the 8th A&N Civil Accounts Day with enthusiasm at the TGCE Auditorium on Monday. The event began with the traditional lighting of the lamp by Dr. Aman Gupta, Secretary (Finance), along with Dr. Prijith Rekh, Chief Engineer (APWD), and Mr. S. Dasgupta, Director (Accounts &…
Mr. Bishnu Pada Ray, Hon’ble Member of Parliament for the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, has urged the Central Government to substantially increase budgetary allocations for the Union Territory and to sanction a one-time special grant of ₹5,000 crore to address critical infrastructure gaps across the Islands. In separate communications to Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi,…
The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) conducted its Zonal Conferences in Mayabunder and Kadamtala–Baratang on 7 December 2025, drawing participation from workers representing various affiliated unions. At the Mayabunder conference, CITU State Committee Vice President D. Ayyappan inaugurated the session and outlined concerns regarding the Central government’s four Labour Codes enacted in 2019 and…
Salman Khan, one of the biggest stars of Bollywood, enjoys an unparalleled fan base who is always eager to watch him create magic on the big screen. Whenever his films release, the theatres turn into festival grounds, with fans flooding cinemas to witness his trademark style, charm, and larger-than-life presence. Audiences have long been waiting…
The Indian stock market ended with deep cuts on Monday, 8 December, as investors sold stocks across segments amid mixed global cues. The Sensex closed 610 points, or 0.71%, lower at 85,102.69, while the Nifty 50 settled at 25,960.55, down 226 points, or 0.86%. The BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices crashed 1.73% and 2.20%, respectively….
