India’s upstream companies, such as Oil and Natural Gas Corporation and Oil India Limited, are currently engaged in exploration activities in the Andaman Sea, which remains a largely uncharted region. Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has conveyed his optimism regarding the potential for India to achieve a ‘Guyana-sized’ discovery in the waters of the Andaman,…
he Spice Festival–2025, which took place on 16 July in Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman Islands, was a notable event that highlighted the islands’ spice heritage and emphasized the importance of sustainability in both tourism and agriculture. The theme, #FromSoilToSoul, served as a cultural amalgamation of food and experiences, setting a new standard for tourism in…
New Delhi, Crude oil prices rose by Rs 9 to Rs 5,653 per barrel in futures trade on Wednesday as traders increased the size of their deals following strong spot demand. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of crude oil contract for August delivery rose by Rs 9 or 0.16 percent to Rs 5,653…
New Delhi, July 16, 2025 — Gold and silver prices witnessed a notable decline in the domestic market on Wednesday, marking the second consecutive session of losses. According to the All India Sarafa Association, gold fell by ₹500, settling at ₹98,870 per 10 grams, while silver dropped ₹1,000, closing at ₹1.11 lakh per kilogram, inclusive…
Patna, July 16, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Bihar on July 18, marking his 53rd trip to the state as Prime Minister and his second within a month, as part of a strategic push ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. Despite heavy monsoon rains, the visit is expected to be…
Port Blair, July 15, 2025 — The Andaman and Nicobar Territorial Congress Committee (ANTCC) paid heartfelt homage to Bharat Ratna K. Kamaraj on his 123rd birth anniversary, honoring the legacy of the revered freedom fighter, former Chief Minister of Madras, and past President of the Indian National Congress. A solemn tribute ceremony was held at…
Apollo Clinic, Sri Vijaya Puram, has established strategic partnerships with two top health insurance companies, Star Health Insurance and Niva Bupa Health Insurance, which would significantly improve healthcare in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The goal of the partnership is to give islanders access to specialized healthcare without requiring them to travel to India’s mainland….
Covid-19 cases are increasing across the US, with at least 25 states experiencing an increase in infections, with the largest increases in the South, Southeast, and West Coast. Despite overall Covid activity being low, the CDC has reported a rise in visits to emergency rooms in areas like the Pacific Northwest and Southeast, marking the…
Lieutenant Governor Admiral DK Joshi welcomed 30 officials from six organizations to their first class on fire services at the State Training Centre (STC) in Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar. The STC was recently recognized and accredited by the National Fire Service College (NFSC), Nagpur. The officials, including 16 from Gujarat and Bihar state government…
New Delhi, Silver prices on Tuesday fell by Rs 256 to Rs 1,12,680 per kg as participants reduced their deals. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of silver contracts for September delivery fell by Rs 256, or 0.23 percent, to Rs 1,12,680 per kg in a business turnover of 21,003 lots. Analysts said selling…
