Shri Bishnu Pada Ray, Hon’ble Member of Parliament representing the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, formally felicitated the region’s Sqay Martial Art champions for their outstanding performance at the 4th National Sqay Martial Art Championship held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. The ceremony recognized the athletes’ exceptional achievements and their contribution to the sporting reputation of the…
The 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) opened on 14th November 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, showcasing the theme “Ek Bharat: Shreshtha Bharat” and celebrating the nation’s unity, cultural diversity, and development. The fair, which runs from November 14 to 27, features participation from several States and Union Territories, including a prominent presence from…
An awareness session on the ongoing Special Summary Revision of Photo Electoral Rolls was conducted at Andaman Law College, Port Blair, with the aim of educating students about the importance of electoral participation and the procedures involved in voter registration. The session was organized under the guidance of the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer,…
A two-day Block Level Inclusive Sports Meet for Children with Special Needs (CwSN) was successfully organized at Government Middle School, Kamorta, Nancowrie, under the Inclusive Education initiative of Samagra Shiksha. Held on October 31 and November 1, the event aimed to promote inclusivity, participation, and sportsmanship among differently-abled students across the region. The sports meet…
In a landmark initiative promoting inclusive education and physical development, the Block Project Office (Samagra Shiksha), Little Andaman, successfully organized the first-ever Block-Level Inclusive Sports Meet for Children with Special Needs (CwSN) for the academic year 2025–26. The event was held on November 3 and 4 at the PM SHRI Government Model Senior Secondary School…
Member of Parliament Bishnu Pada Ray has formally urged the Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands to initiate an urgent and comprehensive crackdown on the illegal sale of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) across the Union Territory. In a letter dated November 2, 2025, Ray expressed grave concern over the proliferation of unauthorized…
Mr. Bishnu Pada Ray, Hon’ble Member of Parliament representing the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, has officially nominated seven individuals to serve on the District Development and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) for the South Andaman District. The nominations were made in accordance with the guidelines laid out for the constitution of DISHA Committees across India. The DISHA…
The Directorate of Fisheries, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, has officially invited applications for leasing designated sea areas to undertake seaweed farming and pearl culture activities. This initiative, notified via the Department of Fisheries Notification dated September 19, 2025, aims to promote sustainable aquaculture and marine-based livelihoods in the region. Eligible applicants include a wide range…
Andaman Law College (ALC) recently organized a series of competitions focused on the themes of anti-corruption and youth responsibility, as part of its ongoing commitment to civic engagement and ethical awareness among students. The events were held under the broader framework of the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026, for which ALC has been designated as…
The second phase of the Astro-Tourism Guide Training Workshop, organized by the Directorate of Information, Publicity & Tourism (IP&T) in collaboration with Open Space Foundation and C-STERC, concluded successfully at Shaheed Dweep this week. The workshop aimed to strengthen and sustain the island’s emerging astro-tourism ecosystem by equipping local participants with specialized knowledge and practical…
