Port Blair, September 15 — The Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands is set to observe the nationwide Swasthya Nari Sashakt Parivar campaign from September 17 to October 2, 2025, aligning with the Government of India’s flagship health initiative aimed at empowering women and strengthening family well-being. Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the…
Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands — A three-day workshop focused on the implementation of the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) and dissemination of PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024–25 results concluded successfully on September 12, 2025, at Shiksha Sadan, Sri Vijaya Puram. The event marked a significant step toward advancing National Education Policy (NEP) 2020-aligned assessment reforms…
Port Blair, September 12 — The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has called upon the youth of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to actively participate in the Viksit Bharat Quiz 2025, a flagship initiative under the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue. The program is designed to engage young minds in shaping India’s developmental vision leading…
The Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS), under the Andaman & Nicobar Administration, successfully conducted a landslide scenario mock drill at the Marine Dockyard in Port Blair on Wednesday. The exercise was part of DSS’s ongoing commitment to enhancing disaster preparedness and operational resilience in maritime infrastructure. The mock drill simulated a landslide-triggered emergency affecting dockyard…
In a significant boost to its regional presence, the Indian National Congress welcomed 32 new members into its fold in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The induction ceremony was held at the party’s state headquarters and was presided over by senior Congress leader O Basheer, who facilitated the joining process and addressed the gathering. The…
PORT BLAIR, Sept 8 — The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, forecasting heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning on September 10 and 11. The advisory warns of isolated heavy showers, with rainfall expected to range between 7–11 cm at one or two locations across…
Port Blair, September 6 — Authorities in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands have intensified anti-poaching operations following a major crackdown that exposed the growing threat posed by foreign poachers targeting the region’s marine biodiversity—particularly sea cucumbers. In the latest operation, 22 suspected poachers from Myanmar were arrested in the dense jungles of Nappi Ghope, and…
In anticipation of the rare celestial event known as the “Blood Moon,” the Science Centre in Sri Vijaya Puram will host a special public programme on the night of September 7, 2025, to facilitate live viewing of the total lunar eclipse. The initiative aims to promote scientific curiosity and public engagement with astronomy, particularly among…
The Zonal Agriculture Office of Car Nicobar marked World Coconut Day with a vibrant celebration at the Multipurpose Farm in Perka village, drawing enthusiastic participation from local farmers, tribal leaders, and government officials. The event was held under the theme “Uncovering Coconut’s Power, Inspiring Global Action,” emphasizing the cultural, nutritional, and economic importance of coconut…
The Zonal Agriculture Team of Car Nicobar marked World Coconut Day 2025 with a spirited celebration at the Multipurpose Farm in Perka village, bringing together farmers, officials, and community leaders under the theme “Uncovering Coconut’s Power, Inspiring Global Action.” The event highlighted the cultural, economic, and nutritional significance of coconut cultivation in the Nicobar Islands,…
