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Port Blair, May 7: The Member of Parliament, A&N Islands, Shri. Kuldeep Rai Sharma has requested the Chief Secretary, A&N Administration to increase the number of sailings between Car Nicobar and Port Blair during this vacation period. Specifically, he proposed scheduling the MV Kalighat, MV Sindhu or MV Nalanda to operate thrice a month to ensure that residents have regular and reliable transportation options.

In a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary, the Member of Parliament mentioned that large number of people including the residents of Car Nicobar and Government Servants posted at Car Nicobar are facing severe hardships due to the unavailability of ships and the significant gap between their schedules for travel between Car Nicobar and Port Blair.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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