Port Blair, March 13: The first ever “Flash Mob Competition” by the students of different colleges of these Islands is scheduled to be held on 15th March 2024 at Marina Esplanade from 4:00 P.M. onwards as a part of ANCO FEST (Andaman Colleges Fest) “SPARDHA 2024”.

Port Blair, Mar. 6: ‘Divyangjan Kaushal Vikas Initiative’- a pioneering program aimed at empowering individuals with diverse abilities through comprehensive skill development has been launched. This initiative is a testament to the commitment to inclusivity and the belief that every individual, regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities, deserves an opportunity to lead a fulfilling and independent life. By recognizing the unique talents and potential of Divyangjan (persons with disabilities), it aims to foster a society that values diversity and provides equal opportunities for all.

Port Blair, Mar. 13: The passengers/general public have been informed that the vessel MV Kalighat will now sail for Nancowry via Little Andaman, Car Nicobar, Chowra, Teressa & Katchal in place of MV Bharat Seema tomorrow (Mar. 14) at 1000 Hrs from Haddo Wharf and the vessel will sail back to Port Blair on Mar. 17 at 0500 Hrs from Nancowry via same route. Passengers those who are holding the tickets of MV Bharat Seema are advised to avail the sailing of MV Kalighat with the same ticket.

Port Blair, March 13: Agriculture in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands faces unique challenges that arise from the region's geographical and climatic characteristics. Though many of the dreadful pathogens and insect pests of various commercial crops do not occur in the islands, the crops suffer from the pest/ pathogen damage in the absence of appropriate sustainable plant protection measures.

Port Blair, Mar. 13: The general public and consumers of the Electricity Department have been informed that on Mar. 14, there will be power break in the Port Blair city area between 8 am and 2 pm in connection with the urgent rectification of the faulty Zebra-II Tie Line at Prem Nagar junction.