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Sri Vijaya Puram, April 7: The Directorate of Education and the Department of Sports & Youth Affairs A & N Administration, in collaboration with the Andaman Nicobar Chess Association, is set to organize the first-ever FIDE Rapid Rating Open Chess Tournament- ‘The Andaman-Nicobar Chess Mahasangram 2025’ in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
The tournament will take place on April 19-20, 2025, at Netaji Stadium, Sri Vijaya Puram, in Open Ground, under Floodlights. This event is open to all players, providing participants with the opportunity to earn official FIDE Rapid Ratings, a great chance for chess enthusiasts to gain recognition and boost their rankings.
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Sri Vijaya Puram, April 8: The Directorate of Information, Publicity & Tourism, A & N Administration has informed that a ‘Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Boat Snorkeling Activity in A&N Islands’ has been prepared in-coordination and consultation with National Institute of Watersports, Goa, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
The draft SOP outlines key safety procedure, required gears and equipment, identifying risk, pre-trip briefing, environmental briefing etc.
Read more: Directorate of IP&T Prepares SOP for Boat Snorkeling Activity in A&N Islands
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Sri Vijaya Puram, April 8: The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Ferrargunj has launched the much-awaited POSHAN Pakhwada at Tushnabad Panchayat Hall today. The event began with a vibrant Poshan Rally, which was flagged off by Shri Anand Amrit Raj, Pradhan of Tushnabad Panchayat, marking the beginning of the fortnight-long campaign focused on improving nutrition and health awareness in the region. The rally was followed by a march past by Anganwadi Workers (AWWs) and Helpers, signifying the collective effort of the community to raise awareness about nutrition and health. The program was inaugurated by Dr. V. Kaleshwar, Chief Medical Officer (CMO) as chief guest. He addressed the gathering, stressing on the importance of nutrition in the early stages of life, especially for children and mothers, to combat malnutrition and improve overall health outcomes.
Read more: ICDS Ferrargunj Launches POSHAN Pakhwada at Tushnabad Panchayat
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Diglipur, April 8: Along with the rest of the country, ICDS Project (Rural) Diglipur, North Andaman has launched the 7th Edition of POSHAN Pakhwada from April 8 to 22, 2025, as part of the Government of India's ongoing commitment to address malnutrition. This year's Poshan Pakhwada will emphasize four key themes: Focus on the First 1000 Days of Life, Popularization of the Beneficiary/Citizen Module of Poshan Tracker, Management of Malnutrition through CMAM and Healthy Lifestyle to Address Obesity in Children.
Read more: 7th Edition of POSHAN Pakhwada Launched by ICDS Project (Rural) Diglipur
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Sri Vijaya Puram, April 8: In exercise of the power conferred under Sub-Section (2) of Section 10 of the Manoeuvres, Field Firing and Artillery Practice Act, 1938, it is to notify for the information of all concerned that the Firing Practice by Military Aircraft is scheduled on 16/04/2025, 23/04/2025, and 30/04/2025 from 1000 hrs – 1230 hrs. All concerned have been warned to keep themselves and their vehicle/livestock away from the firing range during the above mentioned dates and time.