The Andaman & Nicobar Territorial Congress Committee President, Mr. Rangalal Halder, has raised serious concerns over the ongoing and severe load shedding crisis affecting the residents of South Andaman District. In a formal letter addressed to the Chief Secretary of the Andaman & Nicobar Administration, Mr. Halder highlighted the widespread public distress caused by frequent…
A state-level programme was recently organised under the National Iodine Deficiency Disorders Control Programme (NIDDCP) to assess ongoing efforts in eliminating iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) and to reinforce the importance of iodised salt consumption. The event brought together public health officials, nutrition experts, and representatives from various government departments to evaluate progress and strategize future…
The Hindu Rashtra Shakti organization has formally requested the Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to declare Chhath Puja, observed on October 28 this year, as a public holiday across the Union Territory. In a letter submitted to the Lt. Governor, State President Rakeshwar Lall emphasized the cultural and religious significance of Chhath…
The spread of Mealy Bug and Rugose Spiralling Whitefly in coconut, fruits, and vegetables has been increasingly observed in several villages of Car Nicobar. In response, awareness campaigns are being conducted throughout the region, aiming to educate farmers on recognizing symptoms, understanding pest infestations, and adopting effective control measures for these pests affecting plantations. A…
Tensions flared in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Tuesday as opposition parties staged a walkout to protest the prolonged delay in appointing the Leader of the Opposition (LoP), a post that has remained vacant since the 2024 state elections. The protest coincided with a ceremonial felicitation of Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai, prompting opposition…
Are you seeking for affordable travel places for your upcoming overseas trip? It might occasionally be challenging to find locations that are truly affordable. However, this Reddit thread might be useful. In December of last year, a Redditor asked the internet to recommend “bang for your buck” travel destinations for 2025. 1. Asia: According to…
Moreover, buying in blue-chip stocks — Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank — also added to the markets optimism during the initial trade. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 177.79 points to 83,784.25 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 51.2 points to 25,568.25. From the Sensex firms, Asian Paints, Bharat Electronics, UltraTech Cement,…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday said very heavy rain is expected in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan over some of the next six to seven days. It said the monsoon will remain active in many parts of northwest, central and east India during this period. Heavy rain is also…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat, commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Emergency by honoring those who resisted what he termed one of the darkest chapters in India’s democratic history. Without naming the Congress Party or then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, Modi condemned the 21-month Emergency imposed in 1975,…
In the wake of the tragic stampede near the Shree Gundicha Temple during the annual Rath Yatra in Puri, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed deep sorrow and pledged full support for relief and medical assistance to the affected families. At least three devotees, including two women, lost their lives and over 50 others sustained injuries…
