Social worker and LG’s Commendation Awardee, VD Leju, has called for immediate intervention to tackle the worsening traffic congestion at Bhatubasti, a critical gateway to Sri Vijaya Puram, the capital town of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. In a strongly worded representation to the Chief Secretary, Leju highlighted how Bhatubasti, once congested only during peak hours,…
A highly sensitive document prepared by the Special Branch (Criminal Investigation Department) [SB (CID)] of Andaman and Nicobar Islands has been leaked and is now widely circulating on WhatsApp. The document, containing a list of suspected Bangladeshi nationals residing in South Andaman District, was never meant for public access but has now reached thousands of…
A confidential list containing the names of suspected Bangladeshi nationals residing in South Andaman has reportedly been leaked on WhatsApp, raising serious concerns over national security. The leak has sparked fears of illegal infiltration, with local authorities and residents demanding immediate action. The Andaman & Nicobar Administration is under pressure to verify identities and strengthen…
According to the global theme for this year, “Ending Plastic Pollution – #BeatPlasticPollution,” Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar, IAS, Chief Secretary of the Andaman and Nicobar Administration, led several important environmental projects at Swaraj Dweep in celebration of World Environment Day 2025. Island-hopping tours The Chief Secretary spearheaded a tree-planting initiative at the renowned Radhanagar Beach…
In a major crackdown on cyber fraud, the Andaman and Nicobar Police have dismantled a digital payment scam involving a fake version of the PhonePe app. According to an official social media post, seven individuals have been arrested in connection with the case. Authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant and avoid relying on payment…
In compliance with the terms of the A&N Islands Marine Fishing (Amendment) Rules, 2019, the Department of Fisheries, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, has declared the start of the yearly closed season for sport fishing operations in the islands’ territorial waters. Local seafood restaurants and island-hopping tours. According to the announcement, the closed season would run…
Farmers across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands have embraced the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan with enthusiasm, actively participating in the nationwide agricultural outreach campaign aimed at empowering farmers with modern techniques and government support. The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, launched by the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, is designed to bridge the gap…
On June 3, 2025, panic gripped customers at the Diglipur Branch of the Andaman and Nicobar State Cooperative Bank Ltd (ANSCB) after a YouTube video by Manoj Paul claimed the bank was shutting down. Paul, a former Lok Sabha candidate, urged depositors to withdraw funds immediately, triggering chaos. Hundreds rushed to the branch, forcing the…
The Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services (AH&VS) Department has launched new measures to address the growing demand for ducklings in the region. With an increasing number of farmers and poultry enthusiasts turning to duck farming as a viable source of income, the department aims to boost production and streamline distribution. Duck farming has gained popularity…
Former Andaman and Nicobar Islands MP Kuldeep Rai Sharma has been questioned by the Crime Investigation Department (CID) over alleged loan irregularities at the Andaman and Nicobar State Cooperative Bank Ltd (ANSCBL). Sharma, who serves as the vice-chairman of ANSCBL, is under investigation for sanctioning loans without proper screening, leading to suspicions of fund misuse….
