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SC Forms SIT To Probe Allegations Against Vantara

The Supreme Court has set up an SIT led by Justice Jasti Chelameswar to probe allegations of illegal wildlife transfers, captivity of elephants, and financial irregularities at Vantara in Jamnagar.

ED Widens Net In ₹500-Cr Bank Fraud

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned 10 individuals in connection with the ₹500-crore Andaman & Nicobar State Cooperative Bank fraud, marking a major escalation in the islands’ largest financial crime investigation.

India Rolls Out First Guidelines For Animal Blood Banks

India has launched its first-ever national guidelines for animal blood transfusion and blood banks, introducing SOPs for donor screening, safety, and a national veterinary network.

Shin Chan Film Set For India Premiere In September

Shin chan’s new film ‘The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers in India’ will premiere at the Japanese Film Festival on September 14, followed by nationwide release in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.

India Vows Stronger Ties With Pacific Nations

President Murmu and PM Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening ties with Fiji and other Pacific Island Countries, focusing on defence, trade, healthcare, and regional security.

Nicobar Youth Hails Chennai Sagarika Launch

The Nicobar Youth Association lauded the inauguration of Sagarika Emporium in Chennai, calling it a symbol of opportunity and pride for island artisans.

ANTCC Flags ‘Vote Chori’ In Public Drive

ANTCC launched a ‘Vote Chori’ awareness campaign in Ward 03, urging residents to safeguard democratic rights and resist electoral malpractice.

Delay Hits Middle Strait Bridge, New Deadline 2026

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari confirms delays in NH-04 projects including the Middle Strait Creek Bridge, resetting completion to 2026.
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Between the Waves and the Words: The Bus that Became a Library

A rusted bus at Marina Park, Sri Vijaya Puram, becomes a mobile library, offering books in multiple languages and a peaceful reading haven.

Kamorta Block Mela & Tribal Food Festival Showcases Culture, Cuisine and Community Unity

Two-day Block Mela & Tribal Food Festival at Kamorta showcased cultural dances, games, tribal cuisine & launch of NiCoShe coconut oil.

Sunburn Moves to Mumbai for 2025 Edition

Sunburn Festival 2025 will be held in Mumbai from December 19-21, marking the first time India’s leading EDM event leaves Goa for the financial capital.

Four A&N Sites Declared Geoheritage Monuments to Boost Geotourism

The GSI and A&N Administration identify 4 Geoheritage Sites to boost geotourism and preserve unique geological features of the islands.

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SC Forms SIT To Probe Allegations Against Vantara

The Supreme Court has set up an SIT led by Justice Jasti Chelameswar to probe allegations of illegal wildlife transfers, captivity of elephants, and financial irregularities at Vantara in Jamnagar.

ED Widens Net In ₹500-Cr Bank Fraud

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned 10 individuals in connection with the ₹500-crore Andaman & Nicobar State Cooperative Bank fraud, marking a major escalation in the islands’ largest financial crime investigation.

India Rolls Out First Guidelines For Animal Blood Banks

India has launched its first-ever national guidelines for animal blood transfusion and blood banks, introducing SOPs for donor screening, safety, and a national veterinary network.

Shin Chan Film Set For India Premiere In September

Shin chan’s new film ‘The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers in India’ will premiere at the Japanese Film Festival on September 14, followed by nationwide release in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.

India Vows Stronger Ties With Pacific Nations

President Murmu and PM Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening ties with Fiji and other Pacific Island Countries, focusing on defence, trade, healthcare, and regional security.

Nicobar Youth Hails Chennai Sagarika Launch

The Nicobar Youth Association lauded the inauguration of Sagarika Emporium in Chennai, calling it a symbol of opportunity and pride for island artisans.

ANTCC Flags ‘Vote Chori’ In Public Drive

ANTCC launched a ‘Vote Chori’ awareness campaign in Ward 03, urging residents to safeguard democratic rights and resist electoral malpractice.

Farmers In Rangat Learn Modern Paddy Techniques

ICAR-KVK Nimbudera organized a three-day training in Rangat to equip farmers with modern paddy cultivation techniques for higher productivity.

Baratang Police, Forest Dept Seize Hunted Deer; Poacher Arrested in Joint Operation

Police and Forest Department seized a hunted deer in Baratang during a joint raid, arresting a man under Wildlife Protection laws.

Delay Hits Middle Strait Bridge, New Deadline 2026

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari confirms delays in NH-04 projects including the Middle Strait Creek Bridge, resetting completion to 2026.

Crime Stories

20-Year Jail Term For Rape Of 4-Year-Old In South Andaman

A South Andaman court sentenced Kishov Ojha to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a 4-year-old in 2022. Police investigation and prosecution ensured conviction under the POCSO Act.

White Shell Travels Defends Booking Amid Honeymoon Dispute

White Shell Travels denies fraud in an Andaman honeymoon package dispute, citing seasonal constraints and urging better tourism infrastructure.

Police Seize Nearly 2 Kg of Ganja in Diglipur, Three Arrested

The Andaman and Nicobar Police seized nearly 2 kg of ganja during a raid at Subashgram in Diglipur, leading to the arrest of three individuals

8 Kg Ganja Smuggled from Kolkata Seized at Andaman Airport, Raising Concerns Over Loopholes

Andaman Police seize 8 kg Ganja at Sri Vijaya Puram Airport on Aug 17, exposing mainland-to-island drug smuggling loopholes.

Honeymoon Turns Sour in Andaman Over Travel Fraud Allegations

A Kerala Army personnel has accused an Andaman travel agency of fraud after his honeymoon booking was changed at the last minute.