Port Blair, Nov. 29: Heavy rain (7-11 cm) is likely to occur at one or two places over A&N Islands on Nov. 30 & Dec. 1. Meanwhile, due to formation of well-marked Low Pressure Area over Southeast Bay of Bengal & adjoining south Andaman Sea and its likely intensification into a Depression over southeast Bay of Bengal, squally weather with wind speed exceeding 45 kmph is likely to prevail over Andaman Sea and neighbourhood. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea till Dec.1.

Port Blair, Nov. 28: The Member of Parliament, Shri. Kuldeep Rai Sharma has requested the Chief Secretary to solve the issue of power crisis in Swaraj Dweep.

In a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary, A&N Administration, the MP mentioned that Swaraj Dweep is currently grappling with a severe power crisis, leading to frequent and prolonged power cuts.

He said that the consequences of this power crisis are far-reaching. Tourists visiting Swaraj Dweep, a significant face of the Andaman & Nicobar Tourism Industry are experiencing daily inconveniences due to 10 to 15 power cuts. These disruptions are not only tarnishing their experience but also leaving them understandably frustrated.

Port Blair, Nov. 28: The two week-long extravaganza of India International Trade Fair (IITF)- 2023 showcasing the best of global trade and commerce concluded yesterday at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The Fair underscored the importance of fostering international partnerships for economic growth.

Port Blair, Nov 28: Comdt. AKS Srimannaryana of Indian Coast Guard emerged as the winner of Two Days A & N State Open Rapid Chess Championship 2023 organised by Andaman Nicobar Chess Association (ANCA) that concluded successfully on 27th November at ITI Campus. This was the largest chess tournament ever organised in A & N islands in which around 260 chess players from all the three districts participated with great enthusiasm.

Port Blair, Nov. 28: In support of the nation-wide 3-day Kisan Mazdoor Mahapadav organized by central trade unions and Samyukta Kisan Morcha from 26th to 28th November, 2023 before Raj Bhavans in state capitals and at important places against the anti-farmer and anti-mazdoor policies of the Modi government, CITU Andaman & Nicobar State Committee has organized a Mass Dharna (Mahapadav) at Tiranga Park, Port Blair today (28.11.2023) afternoon. Hundreds of workers from different parts of Port Blair and South Andaman areas participated in the Mass Dharna.