Port Blair, May 7: The Andaman Moplah Service Organization (AMSO) hosted a grand felicitation event to celebrate the remarkable achievement of Zohra Banu, who secured 469th rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Titled "Inspiring Minds-Changing Lives," the event honored Zohra Banu's exemplary dedication and academic excellence.

Zohra Banu, hailing from Calicut village in South Andaman, received her schooling from Ummat Public School and graduated in B. Tech CSE from Andhra University. Currently pursuing studies in Data Science at IIT Madras, Zohra's journey is a testament to perseverance and determination.

Mayabunder, May 7: In response to the growing concern faced by the people of N&M Andaman, the Deputy Commissioner, N&M Andaman held a meeting today to review the status of water supply in the district. He directed the concerned officials to identify new sources of water and focus on augmentation of existing sources in order to mitigate the water supply demand.

Port Blair, May 7: To promote the sports culture in the A&N Islands, the Andaman & Nicobar Police intends to organize the 1st DGP Cup A&N State Open Chess Tournament 2024 in collaboration with the Andaman Nicobar Chess Association (ANCA) at the Armed Police Unit, Police Line on the 11th and 12th of May 2024.

The tournament will be played under FIDE Chess Regulations and the Swiss System, and players must be from the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. AICF registration for the year 2024-25 is mandatory for participation. The entry fee for participation in the said event is Rs. 200/- (Rupees Two Hundred only).

Car Nicobar, May 7: Nicobar District Police proudly organizes Dr. B. Srikanth Memorial T-20 Cricket Tournament 2024, Season-VIII, in the memory of Late Dr. B. Srikanth, IPS, who served as the Superintendent of Police, Nicobar District. The inaugural function took place at BJR Stadium, Tamaloo, Car Nicobar on 05/05/2024.

The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Group Captain Rajiv Dobhal VM (G), Station Commander, Air Force Station, Car Nicobar, who presided as the Chief Guest, and Sh. Lionald Nicomede, Chairman, Tribal Council, Car Nicobar, who attended as the Guest of Honour. The occasion commenced with a heartfelt floral tribute to the Late Dr. B. Srikanth, IPS, followed by a solemn two-minute silence prayer in his memory.

Port Blair, May 7: The District Administration, South Andaman District in its continuous efforts to contain the encroachments over Government lands, carried out eviction drives at Port Blair Tehsil. During the drive, encroachments done in the shape of temporary sheds at South Point village near wireless quarters and APWD quarters under Port Blair Tehsil were evicted and a house and plantation at Shyamnagar Village, Swaraj Dweep was evicted. An area of 1000 sq. mtrs approximately has been restored to Government Khata with the assistance of Patwari, Patwari Assistant and CDVs in the Tehsil.