Port Blair, Aug 17: Navodhaya Foundation, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to women empowerment, organized the #AzadiKaSwadisthUtsav event on 16th August 2023 at the Andaman Tamizhar Sangam Hall, Phoenix Bay. The event aimed to commemorate India's Independence Day while promoting women empowerment through various activities and recognitions.

Port Blair, Aug 17: In a commendable display of vigilance and collaboration, a joint operation led by SHO PS Rangat, Inspector RK Mazumder, and Fisheries department staff, effectively intercepted an alleged fishing trawler near the Goal Pahad region, which was found operating well within the restricted zone of 5 nautical miles from the shore.

Acting on credible information received on August 16, 2023, the proactive team was swiftly assembled, consisting of dedicated personnel from both the Police Marine Force and the Fisheries department. The team comprised of PCs Augustin, Zainuddin, Sital Das, Yashwant and Ct Pavan Kumar along with Fisheries department representative Shri Ramaiha set sail from Nimbutala Jetty in a Police Marine Force FIB boat to intercept the suspected fishing trawler.

Billiground, Aug 17: Continuing zero tolerance against the illegal trade of narcotic drugs/substances in North & Middle Andaman District, the team of Police Station Billiground seized 05 Nos. Cannabis plants and affected arrest of one accused. 

Port Blair, Aug 17: A momentous occasion was marked with the launch of the eBook by the Member of Parliament Shri Kuldeep Rai Sharma on 16th August, 2023 at 4pm in front of the Cellular Jail. This eBook titled “Freedom Fighters of India Part II,” is a compilation of articles previously published in the esteemed eMagazinePreSense over a period of time.

The launch ceremony, held at the iconic Andaman Cellular Jail, witnessed a distinguished gathering of dignitaries, family members of freedom fighters, senior citizens, and notable personalities who came together to pay homage to the sacrifices made by our nation’s heroes.

Port Blair, Aug 17: The 60th National Chess Championship 2023 began on 16th August 2023 in Pune Maharashtra at Shri Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex.

More than 350 chess players across India are vying for the honour in the championship which is considered as the most prestigious and toughest tournaments in India in which 4 chess players from A & N Islands viz. Yadhava, Rao J, Eswar, Rao N, Ankit Roy and Roshan Senthil Kumar are participating.