Mithun, Author at Andaman Todays

CHC Nancowry Leads Cleanliness Drive at Chota Enaka Under District-Wide Cleanliness Initiative

MithunJune 14, 2025June 14, 202502 mins

As part of a district-wide cleanliness initiative, the Community Health Center (CHC) Nancowry spearheaded a major clean-up drive in Chota Enaka, reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability and public health. The campaign saw active participation from local residents, volunteers, and health officials, aiming to enhance hygiene standards and promote community awareness. The drive, conducted on…

Axiom-4 Mission Delayed Again—ISS Air Leak Forces Another Postponement

MithunJune 13, 2025June 13, 202503 mins

The Axiom-4 mission, initially postponed due to a liquid oxygen leak in the Falcon rocket, has now encountered another delay. On Thursday, NASA and Axiom Space announced that the launch to the International Space Station (ISS) would be postponed again—this time due to an air leak in the Russian Zvezda service module. NASA, in collaboration…

Indian Stock Market Tumbles—Sensex Drops 573 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,750 Amid Global Uncertainty

MithunJune 13, 2025June 13, 202502 mins

The Indian stock market benchmarks, Sensex and Nifty 50, witnessed a sharp decline on Friday, June 13, tracking losses in major Asian indices, including Japan’s Nikkei and South Korea’s Kospi. Investor sentiment was shaken by heightened geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, leading to broad-based market weakness. The Sensex opened at 80,427.81, down from its…

Andaman & Nicobar Fisheries Dept. Opens Sea Area Leasing for Fish Culture—Boosting Sustainable Aquaculture

MithunJune 13, 2025June 13, 202502 mins

The Department of Fisheries, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, has announced the invitation of applications for leasing designated sea areas for fish culture activities, as outlined in the A&N Marine Fishing Rules, 2004. Eligible applicants include a wide range of stakeholders involved in the fishing sector such as fishers, fish farmers, fish workers, fish vendors, individual…

BJP Leads Green Initiative on World Environment Day—Massive Tree Plantation Drive Across A&N Islands

MithunJune 13, 2025June 13, 202502 mins

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Andaman and Nicobar Islands, observed World Environment Day with a series of tree plantation and awareness drives held across multiple locations on June 5. The initiative was led by Mrs. Sheela Singh, State Incharge and State Vice President of BJP A&N Islands, alongside Mr. Sanjay Kumar Singh, State Vice President….

Andaman & Nicobar Rolls Out 30 Government Services on National Single Window System for Business Efficiency

MithunJune 12, 2025June 12, 202505 mins

The Andaman & Nicobar Administration has successfully onboarded 30 government services onto the National Single Window System (NSWS) Portal, marking a significant step towards digital governance and improving Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) in the Union Territory. This initiative, led by the District Industries Centre (DIC), Department of Industries, aims to streamline public service delivery,…

IMD Warns of Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms in A&N Islands; Fishermen Advised to Stay Ashore Until June 15

MithunJune 12, 2025June 12, 202501 mins

Authorities have issued a weather alert for the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, forecasting heavy rainfall (7–11 cm) at isolated locations on June 12 and 13. The region is also expected to experience thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching 40–50 kmph, posing risks for residents. Sea conditions will remain rough, with surface winds gusting up to…

India’s 2027 Census Goes Digital: Data to Be Collected via Mobile App, Processed in Just 9 Months

MithunJune 12, 2025June 12, 202501 mins

India’s 2027 population census is set to usher in a new era, not just with the inclusion of caste data, but also with a major tech upgrade. The government is rolling out a digital-first approach that promises to speed up the massive exercise significantly. According to sources quoted by The Times of India, this edition…

MoS Shipping Shantanu Thakur Announces Great Nicobar Port Project; Groundwork Set to Begin Within Two Years

MithunJune 11, 2025June 11, 202502 mins

In a bid to highlight the achievements of the NDA Government over the past 11 years, the Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Mr. Shantanu Thakur, addressed a press conference on 10th June 2025 at Hotel Sea Shell, Sri Vijaya Puram. The event was part of the nationwide outreach programme under the theme…

NDRF Leads Intensive CSSR and MFR Training for Fire Personnel in A&N Islands

MithunJune 11, 2025June 11, 202501 mins

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) conducted a five-day training program focused on Collapsed Structure Search and Rescue (CSSR) and Medical First Responder (MFR) for fire service personnel in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. This training aimed to enhance disaster preparedness and response capabilities of fire personnel, equipping them with critical rescue techniques and medical…