Port Blair, Jan 3: A press conference was held at Sea Shell, Port Blair, on 3rd January 2024 to share the details regarding the eagerly awaited Mahila Sammelan, "Shaktirupa Conference." The event is set to take place on 7th January 2024 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Auditorium (PBMC), Mohanpura, Port Blair. The conference has already received substantial support, as the Chief Secretary of the A&N Administration, Shri. Keshav Chandra, has graciously consented to preside as the Chief Guest.

Bambooflat, Jan 3: The 'Rotary Club of Port Blair,' in association with 'NGO-WITH YOU,' successfully organized an inspirational sports meet at Government Senior Secondary School (GSSS), Bambooflat, dedicated to extraordinary students with special needs. The event took place on January 3, 2024, marking a significant day of celebration and empowerment for these young athletes.

Port Blair, Jan 3: Keeping its commitment of zero tolerance against illegal activities, the staff of PS Central Crime Station conducted raid at Dollygunj Basti and arrested 05 gamblers.

On 02/01/2024, a team of CID Unit conducted raid at Dollygunj Basti & busted a gambling den with the arrest of five gamblers, confiscating Rs. 15,260/- of stake money. They have been booked under Section 5/7 of the Andaman and Nicobar Gambling Regulation 1951.

Port Blair, Jan 3: On the 2nd January 2024, the Andaman Nicobar Territorial Congress Committee, led by ANTCC President Shri. Rangalal Halder and Campaign Committee Chairman Shri. TSG Bhasker organized a street corner meeting at Ward No.02- Haddo and Ward No.08- Buniyadabad.

The gathering addressed pressing local issues, including the highest unemployment rate in A&N Islands, shutdown of issuing Quarry Permit to Islanders, the deplorable condition of NH-Road in N&M Andaman, frequent electricity load shedding, rising rates of LPG Gas Cylinders, Diesel, Petrol in the Islands and the privatization of government sectors.

Port Blair, Jan 3: On 2nd January 2024, a delegation of ANTOA which included Mr. Kannan (Vice president), Mr. Simson (General Secretary) and Mr. Abdul Gafoor (Organise Secretary) met the Director of Tourism Dr. Jatin Sohal at IP&T Office and discussed various issues including opening up of Ross Island for Tourists, Resumption of Light & Sound Show at Ross, Resumption of Light & Sound Show at Cellular Jail, Introducing new technology for Light & Sound Shows, New conditions for cancellation and refund of tickets, Registration of Tours & Travels under Labour Department, Starting of Harbour Cruise and Viper trips.