Andaman Law College has officially announced that the first round of counselling for admission to its five-year integrated B.A. LL.B. degree course will be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at the college auditorium. Eligible candidates who have applied for the program are required to be physically present at the venue on the scheduled date….
In a daring maritime rescue, the Police Marine Force (PMF) Rangat team successfully saved ten fishermen stranded at sea near Long Island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The operation, carried out under rough sea conditions, has drawn widespread praise for its swift execution and life-saving impact. According to Director General of Police (Andaman) HGS…
Sri Vijaya Puram, August 17 — The prestigious Andaman & Nicobar State Chess Championship 2025 concluded with great success at Marine Hall, Sri Vijaya Puram, after three days of intense competition. The tournament featured 270 players from across the islands, battling through nine rounds of Classical Chess under a 30-minute time control with a 30-second…
In a landmark initiative blending tradition with enterprise, women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in Nancowry have launched a new brand—NiCoShe—to market Nicobar’s heritage Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO. The move follows the recent Geographical Indication (GI) tag awarded to Nicobar’s VCO, recognizing its unique quality and traditional extraction methods. The District Administration, in collaboration with Krishi…
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) has issued an urgent appeal to the Union Government and the Andaman and Nicobar administration, demanding the immediate deployment of container-carrying passenger ships to Katchal Island in the Nicobar district. The demand comes in response to a growing scarcity of essential commodities, including food, medicine, and fuel, which has…
A two-day training program on fodder cultivation was successfully conducted at the Panchayat Community Hall in Vivekananda Pur, Little Andaman, aimed at enhancing livestock productivity through sustainable farming practices. Organized by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services (AH&VS), the initiative drew active participation from local farmers and community leaders. Shri Parimal Mondal, Pradhan…
Port Blair, August 13, 2025 — The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather advisory for the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds over the next few days. The forecast includes isolated downpours ranging from 7 to 11 cm, accompanied by lightning and wind speeds reaching 30–40 kmph….
New Delhi, August 13, 2025 — The Delhi High Court has raised serious questions over the Lieutenant Governor’s (LG) decision to reject a diesel generator procurement proposal that had already received clearance from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). The court’s observations came during a hearing on a petition filed by the Delhi government, challenging the…
The Fisheries Department has announced a specialized training program focused on freshwater fish breeding and seed production, aimed at enhancing aquaculture practices and boosting inland fish productivity. The initiative is part of a broader effort to equip fish farmers, entrepreneurs, and fisheries professionals with the latest techniques and scientific knowledge in hatchery management and seed…
Sri Vijaya Puram, August 7, 2025 — An orientation-cum-awareness program under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) was successfully conducted for students and frontline healthcare workers in Sri Vijaya Puram. Organized by the Project Management Unit of ABDM, the initiative aimed to enhance digital health literacy and promote the adoption of digital health tools among…
