The Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) has officially released its cruise schedule for January 2026, confirming passenger services to Barren Island, the only active volcano site in India. The announcement marks a significant step in promoting tourism in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, offering travelers a rare opportunity to witness the volcanic landscape from the…
When you think of a good productivity laptop, Apple’s MacBook lineup is one of the first options to come to mind. And as we step into 2026, tech enthusiasts as well as Apple fans across the world are curious about the next set of MacBooks in store. For years, upgrades to the MacBook lineup have…
Ports-to-energy conglomerate Adani Group is all set to invest up to ₹12 trillion in India in the next six years, chairman Gautam Adani said. The sizeable investments will be made in infrastructure, mining, renewable energy and ports, among others, he said. “There is huge investment potential. We will invest ₹10 to 12 trillion in India…
In a major public health initiative aimed at safeguarding residents, protecting students and promoting humane animal care, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services has launched an intensive mass awareness campaign titled ‘Stray Dog Bite Prevention and Management’ across the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. With the UT continuing to maintain its long-standing rabies-free status, the campaign focuses…
The Pay & Accounts Organisation of the A&N Administration celebrated the 8th A&N Civil Accounts Day with enthusiasm at the TGCE Auditorium on Monday. The event began with the traditional lighting of the lamp by Dr. Aman Gupta, Secretary (Finance), along with Dr. Prijith Rekh, Chief Engineer (APWD), and Mr. S. Dasgupta, Director (Accounts &…
Mr. Bishnu Pada Ray, Hon’ble Member of Parliament for the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, has urged the Central Government to substantially increase budgetary allocations for the Union Territory and to sanction a one-time special grant of ₹5,000 crore to address critical infrastructure gaps across the Islands. In separate communications to Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi,…
The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) conducted its Zonal Conferences in Mayabunder and Kadamtala–Baratang on 7 December 2025, drawing participation from workers representing various affiliated unions. At the Mayabunder conference, CITU State Committee Vice President D. Ayyappan inaugurated the session and outlined concerns regarding the Central government’s four Labour Codes enacted in 2019 and…
After a last-minute effort and a rush to London for the open section of the London Classic tournament, India’s R Praggnanandhaa has earned a place in the eight-man Candidates tournament. He is now the only Indian participant in this prestigious event, which is aimed at determining the challenger for the world champion title. The 2026…
Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa has indicated that India’s rapidly growing quick-commerce sector may be nearing a turning point, as soaring capital demands clash with declining investor enthusiasm. Speaking to Bloomberg, Dhindsa noted that the model—driven by fast expansion and steady venture funding—is reaching its limits, and companies will soon need to confront how long they…
A grand patriotic programme titled “Sāgara Pran Talamalala” will be organised in Port Blair on December 12 to mark 116 years of Swatantryaveer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar’s historic poem, composed during his imprisonment in the Andamans. The event is being organised by the Valuable Group and will take place at Sri Vijaya Puram at 3 PM….
