Prayagraj / Port Blair, Dec. 13: Former President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind has expressed serious concern over spreading of micron size plastic particles which are destroying the lives of creatures, plants and humans. Referring to the findings by internationally acclaimed scientist Padmashree Dr. Ajai Kmar Sonkar, the Former President on Dec. 11, 2023 in a formal message wrote:

“This morning I met Padmashree awarded internationally renowned scientist Dr. Ajai Kumar Sonkar, he gave me detailed information about his recent research and studies, and also presented me copies of his scientific discoveries published in various international science reports. I have witnessed Dr. Ajai’s significant cientific achievements since 2004”.

Swaraj Dweep, Dec. 13: The Member of Parliament, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Shri. Kuldeep Rai Sharma inaugurated the annual week long mela of Swaraj Dweep Island this evening at 5.00 PM. The mela called as ‘Ananda Mela’ is the most popular annual event of Swaraj Dweep, which attracts a large number of public as well as tourists.

On the inauguration day a large number of local residents and tourists were present.

Port Blair, Dec. 13: The A & N Administration had released a Press Release in the Daily Telegrams dated 05.12.2023 regarding verification of documents/testimonials of all candidates who had appeared in the written examination in the Common category of Group C Matric Level posts held on 09.07.2023 and who applied/opted as one of the choice and possess the requisite technical qualification for the posts mentioned in the Annexure was held at TGCE, Auditorium from 08.12.2023 to 11.12.023.           

Port Blair, Dec. 13: Shri B. Neelaiah, a primary school teacher, FIDE instructor and chess trainer from the Islands, adds another glorious chapter to the chess history of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. He has been appointed as one of the coaches for the Indian chess team participating in the 25th Asian Youth Chess Championship2023 at Al-Ain in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 12th to 22nd December 2023. It is his first assignment as a coach for the national team, in which 42 countries will be vying for the honours.

Port Blair, Dec. 13: The 90th birthday celebration of the Founder and Senior Leader of DMK Party in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Shri. R. Mardhuvaanan was held grandly on Monday at the DMK Office, Port Blair.

ANTCC President Shri. Rangalal Halder and Campaign Committee Chairman Shri. TSG Bhasker participated in this birthday celebration and honored Shri. Mardhuvaanan with a shawl and bouquet. They wished him a happy birthday.