Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 7: To mark the 70th Wildlife Week, the Andaman Avians Club organized a bird watching excursion at Chidiyatapu, near Hotel Symphony Samudra, on October 6, 2024. The event aimed to raise awareness about wildlife conservation and showcase the diverse birdlife of the Andaman Islands.

Open to both club members and the public, the two-hour walk attracted approximately 25 participants, including volunteers. Led by experienced birders from the club, the group was divided into smaller teams for a more personalized experience. Over the course of the walk, participants identified around 30 bird species, including several migratory birds such as the Brown Shrike, Asian Flycatcher, and Amur Stonechat.

Hyderabad, Oct. 7: The prestigious 37th National Under-11 Chess Championship 2024 is currently underway at the GMC Balayogi Indoor Stadium, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana. This seven-day event, running from 4th to 10th October 2024, has attracted around 650 young chess prodigies from across India, showcasing their talents in the classical format of the game.

Dear Esteemed Citizens and Brave Guardians of Our Nation, It is with deep pride and heartfelt gratitude that I join you in commemorating the 24th Raising Day of the Andaman and Nicobar Command.

On this momentous day, October 8, we reflect on the remarkable journey of our Command, which has stood as a vital shield for our nation's security in the Indian Ocean Region since its inception. Over the years, our courageous soldiers, sailors, airmen and all officers and ranks have remained steadfast, adapting to new challenges and threats with deep commitment, professionalism, and integrity. Their sacrifices have been immense, ensuring the safety of our shores and the preservation of our sovereignty.

Today, on the occasion of 24th Raising Day of the only Operational Joint Services Command of the nation, it is a matter of great honour to acknowledge the service and sacrifice of the personnel of Andaman Nicobar Command (ANC). I have been operationally and now administratively closely associated with the functioning of this prestigious Command.

The command has grown from its fledgling days into a cohesive and potent organisation not only capable of protecting the national interests in this region but also enable India to be a regional security provider. The success of numerous operations undertaken in the recent past, along with the Operational Demonstration to the Hon'ble President in Feb 24 bear testimony to the potent operational capability of the command. The command has seen significant growth in its capability and infrastructure and is poised to act as a spring board to the east.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 7: On 06th October 2024, YJR Seva Foundation conducted the Swachtha Abhiyan in collaboration with Andaman Helping Hands, A&N Islands (AHHANI), Allu Arjun Army Andaman (AAAA), Sri Vijaya Puram Municipal Council (SVPMC) and Local Fishermans Committee at FLC Jetty Junglighat, Sri Vijaya Puram.