On the auspicious occasion of 'Ganesh Chaturthi', I convey my warmest greetings to all the residents of A&N Islands.

This festival is a symbol of the enthusiasm, zeal and joy of our countrymen. Lord Ganesha, the remover of all obstacles, is revered as the embodiment of knowledge, prosperity and good fortune. I hope that this beloved festival of 'Ganesh Chaturthi' will further strengthen the spirit of unity, harmony, and affection that prevails among the Islanders.

the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, I extend my warmest greetings and best wishes to all residents of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. May Lord Ganesha bless our Islands with prosperity, happiness, and harmony.

I am especially moved to see the vigour and passion of our youths, who have magnificently set up numerous pandals across our Islands. The enthusiasm, joy, and gaiety with which you all have come together to celebrate this festival are commendable. It is a testament to the vibrant culture and unity of our Islands.

Diglipur, Sept. 18: Acting swiftly on the complaint of hit and run blind case at Madhupur Road, Diglipur the Police team of Diglipur arrested one accused within 24 hours.

On 17/09/23 a complaint was received at PS Diglipur from one Shri Subrata Halder resident of Subashgram, Diglipur that on 17/09/23, at around 0815 pm one of his friend namely Ashim Das, who is a resident of Jalpaiguni, West Bengal were walking from the left side of the main road suddenly an auto rickshaw came in high speed from Laxmipur side and hit Ashim Das due to which he fell on the road and got hit on his head and the sustained head injury, falling unconscious. Due to the darkness on road and lack of street lights, the complainant could not see the Registration Number of auto rickshaw. As the auto driver fled away from the spot after the collision, during the treatment the victim succumbed to his injury.

Port Blair, Sept. 18: Second International Conference on “Prospects and challenges of environment and biological sciences in food production system for livelihood security of farmers (ICFPL-2023)” jointly organized by Pragati International Scientific Research Foundation (PISRF), Meerut, UP, India and Andaman Science Association (ASA), Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India, in collaboration with ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, (SVPUAT), Meerut, India, from September 18-20, 2023 at ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair got inaugurated today. More than 200 delegates from 24 states and 2 UTs are participating in three days’ International seminar.

Bambooflat, Sept 17: On September 15, 2023, WITH YOU, in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare, successfully organized an enlightening awareness program focused on women’s health and hygiene. The event took place at the prestigious Urvashi Hall, Bambooflat and was attended by a diverse audience keen on promoting the well-being of women.

The program commenced with an address by the President, WITH YOU, who underscored the critical importance of maintaining good health, particularly among women. She emphasized the need for regular exercise, a balanced diet and hygiene practices to ensure a healthy lifestyle.