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Port Blair, Sept. 13: The Directorate of Shipping Services has announced the commencement of a daily ferry service that will seamlessly connect Port Blair, Swaraj Dweep and Long Island. This new initiative aims to enhance accessibility for both tourists and local residents. The A&N Islands are renowned for their stunning natural beauty and pristine beaches. However, limited transportation options have sometimes hindered the movement of tourists and residents among these idyllic destinations. Recognizing this need, the Directorate of Shipping Services has introduced this new daily ferry service to cater to the growing demand for improved connectivity.
Read more: DSS to Commence Daily Ferry Service Connecting Port Blair, Swaraj Dweep and Long Island
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Port Blair, Sept. 13: It has come to the notice of the Directorate of Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs that certain private cruise operators rendering services between Port Blair and Swaraj/Shaheed Dweep are selling packaged commodities on board their vessels to the passengers at a rate over and above the MRP printed on the packaged commodities.
Read more: DCS & CA Cautions Private Ferry Operators Selling Packaged Commodities Above MRP
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Port Blair, Sept. 13: The Andaman & Nicobar Administration will be observing ‘Hindi Fortnight-2023’ from September 14 to 28, 2023 in its offices and educational institutions. 'Hindi Diwas' will be celebrated in all Govt. offices and Educational Institutions on Sept.14, 2023. As part of the observance, various programmes have been chalked out for officers, employees of the Administration and students. To begin with, a Hindi Workshop for Nodal Officer (Official Language) and dealing staff (Hindi) of various offices of A&N Administration will be organized in the conference hall of Secretariat tomorrow (Sept.14) at 10 am wherein they will be briefed about Official Language Policy of GoI and duties and responsibilities of Nodal Officer (OL).
Read more: A&N Administration to Observe Hindi Fortnight – 2023 from Today
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Port Blair, Sept. 13: In today's interconnected world, where the internet plays an integral role in our daily lives, the importance of cyber awareness cannot be overstated. As today's students are digital natives, and they navigate an increasingly interconnected world, it is vital to equip them with the knowledge and skills to stay safe online. In response to the growing importance of digital literacy and online safety, the Cyber cell of A&N Police conducted a comprehensive Cyber Awareness Program at Sagritara Secondary School, Prem Nagar, aimed at educating and empowering the students in the digital age.
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Port Blair, Sept. 13: Due to insufficient booking of passenger tickets, the vessel MV Dering which was scheduled to sail for Swaraj Dweep on Sept. 16 & 17, 2023 at 0700 hrs from Port Blair and her return voyage on the same day at 1500 hrs from Swaraj Dweep to Port Blair have been cancelled. Passengers those who have purchased their tickets for the above sailings have been informed to cancel their tickets and get full refund.