Port Blair, Mar. 7: To mark the occasion of 53rd National Safety Week, the Department of Labour, A&N Administration conducted an awareness programme on ‘Safety at Workplaces’ at Govt. Industrial Training Institute, Dollygunj today. Dr. Anil Agarwal, Secretary (Labour & Employment) presided over the programme as chief guest.

Port Blair, Mar. 7: With a view to revive the art of 'phag singing' in these Islands, the Department of Art & Culture, A&N Administration organised a programme of Faag Holi songs at Andaman Club here this evening.

The tradition of Faag singing in India is a folk art form where singers using simple musical instruments, captivate audiences with their storytelling and melodies. This tradition has deep roots in rural communities, preserving cultural heritage and providing entertainment during Holi celebrations.

Port Blair, Mar. 7: This is in continuation with the earlier press release dated 15.12.2023 wherein, the Department has extended the last date for doing e-KYC for FIC holders upto 31st March.  Since, there are many left out FIC holders as per our data who have not completed the process of doing e-KYC, it is decided to extend the last date for doing e-KYC till 31st March, 2024 as a last and final opportunity. No further extension will be given for doing e-KYC after the stipulated date.

Port Blair, Mar. 7: A Mini RCH (Reproductive and Child Health) Camp will be conducted under RCH programme by Union Territory Health Mission (UTHM) in association with Directorate of Health Services, A&N Administration and ANIIMS on 9th March, 2024 from 9.30 am onwards at Wandoor Community Hall, under PHC Manglutan. Gynaecologist, Paediatrician, Surgeon, Medical Specialist, ENT Specialist, Dental Surgeon and Psychiatric Social Worker will be providing their services in the camp.

Port Blair, Mar. 7: In reference to the online applications invited through state website https://erecruitment.andaman.gov.in/CRAP/answerkey.aspx for the post of Probation Officer (JH), under the Directorate of Social Welfare, it is informed to all candidates that the closing date for inviting application is hereby extended upto April 5, 2024.