Sri Vijaya Puram, March 24: The general public have been informed that the Khadi Gramodyog Bhavan functioning at Udyog Parisar, Middle Point, Sri Vijaya Puram will remain closed with effect from 26th to 31st March, 2025 for stock verification.

New Delhi, March 23: Shri Bishnu Pada Ray, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, met with the Hon’ble Union Finance Minister Smti. Nirmala Sitharaman to discuss the vital issue of budget allocation for the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands. During the meeting, the MP highlighted the financial constraints faced by the UT and urged the Finance Minister to enhance the budget for capital expenditure through a special grant, considering the A&N Islands’ backwardness and geographical remoteness.

Sri Vijaya Puram, March 23: Through diligent efforts, the Aberdeen Police Station team successfully arrested an individual involved in a cheating case worth Rs. 10 lakhs.

On 05/12/2024, a case has been registered at PS Aberdeen regarding the fraudulent sale of land using forged documents, deceiving the complainant of Rs. 10 lakhs. The primary suspect, a civil contractor from Phoenix Bay had been on the run and was traced to Palakkad, Kerala. Acting on credible information, the police apprehended him and brought him in for questioning.

Campbell Bay, March 23: The Nicobar Forest Division, Department of Environment and Forests in continuation of the observance of Turtle Festival carried out an awareness programme at the Anderson Bay Beach, Joginder Nagar today with an effort to create awareness about the importance of Turtle Conservation and its importance to encourage people’s participation from all walks of life.

Sri Vijaya Puram, March 23: In a vibrant celebration of chess and community spirit, the Andaman Nicobar Chess Association (ANCA) successfully hosted the 'Chess for Everyone' Street Chess Event – 'Checkmate on Streets' this evening on the footpath near Labour Club, Dairy Farm. The event aimed to popularize, promote, and make chess accessible to all. It attracted players of all ages and skill levels, creating an electrifying atmosphere of competition and camaraderie.