Dr. Manmohan Singh, Former Prime Minister of India, passed away on December 26, 2024. In response, Shri Rangalal Halder, President of the Andaman and Nicobar Territorial Congress Committee (ANTCC), expressed profound sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to Dr. Singh's family. He lauded Dr. Singh's exceptional contributions to India's economic development and his unwavering dedication to public service, noting that his visionary leadership and integrity have left an indelible mark on the nation. Shri Halder emphasized that Dr. Singh's legacy will continue to inspire future generations.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 27: To facilitate the commuters of Bambooflat and its adjoining areas, the Directorate of Shipping Services will be operating additional Vehicle Ferry Service during night hours between Chatham & Bambooflat from 27th to 31st December, 2024. The commuters of the above areas can avail the ferry service. The ferry services will be operated as per the following schedule:-

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 27: All concerned have been informed that the Annual Range Classification of Firing practice (ARCF) will be carried out by the CRPF Unit at Police Firing Range, Bird Line, Prothrapur on Dec. 30 from 6 am to 2 pm. The general public, especially the villagers/residents of Bird Line and Prothrapur area have been informed to keep themselves and their cattle away from the firing range during the mentioned date and time.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 27: The passengers have been informed that due to Administrative reasons, the scheduled departure of the vessel MV Campbell Bay from Little Andaman to Sri Vijaya Puram on 31.12.2024 at 2100 Hrs has been postponed.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 27: In pursuance of the Order No. 1186 dated 27th December, 2024 issued by Directorate of Information, Publicity & Tourism, Andaman & Nicobar Administration, Sri Vijaya Puram, the Pet Show scheduled to be organized by Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services as part of Island Tourism Festival (ITF) on 28th December, 2024 at the ITF Main Ground has been cancelled.