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Passenger Ship Travel to Andaman Declines Sharply; Experts Urge Repositioning Route as Leisure Cruise

Passenger ship travel between mainland India and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands has dropped sharply over the past decade, with tourism experts urging authorities to reposition the route as a cruise experience to revive demand.

Government Denies Viral Claim India Shared Iranian Ship Location With Israel

PIB Fact Check dismisses viral AI-generated video falsely claiming Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi admitted sharing Iranian ship location with Israel.

Trump Says US Campaign Against Iran Could End Soon After Major Strikes

Donald Trump says the US military campaign against Iran could end soon after thousands of strikes targeting Tehran’s military, missile and drone capabilities.

Israel Says 1,900 Iranian Troops Killed as Airstrikes Continue Across Iran

Israel says about 1,900 Iranian soldiers and commanders have been killed as airstrikes continue across Iran and Lebanon amid escalating conflict.

Panic LPG Bookings Rise 20%, Government Invokes EC Act to Manage Supply

Government invokes the Essential Commodities Act to secure LPG supply and regulate natural gas allocation amid rising demand and panic buying.

ANIIDCO Launches Fellowship and Internship Programme for Island Development

ANIIDCO launches fellowship and internship programmes to engage young professionals and students in sustainable development projects in the A&N Islands.

Poultry Farming Venture in Little Andaman Shows Rural Enterprise Potential

A youth from Little Andaman builds a successful poultry venture with support from the Animal Husbandry department and CLF Hutbay.

Passenger Ship Travel to Andaman Declines Sharply; Experts Urge Repositioning Route as Leisure Cruise

Passenger ship travel between mainland India and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands has dropped sharply over the past decade, with tourism experts urging authorities to reposition the route as a cruise experience to revive demand.
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Andaman & Nicobar Islands to Host 1st Island Bird Festival from February 14–17, 2026

The Andaman & Nicobar Administration will host the 1st Island Bird Festival from February 14–17, 2026, promoting bird conservation and ecological awareness

Island Seafood Festival 2026 Set to Showcase Andaman’s Fisheries and Culinary Talent

Island Seafood Festival 2026 in Sri Vijaya Puram on Jan 15–16 to highlight tuna cluster, sustainable seafood, and fisheries livelihoods.

Island Sea Food Festival 2026 to Feature Traditional Boat Race in South Andaman

Island Sea Food Festival 2026 in Andaman on Jan 15–16 to feature a traditional boat race at Junglighat, South Andaman

Island Seafood Festival 2026 to Focus on Tuna Cluster Development in Andaman

Island Seafood Festival 2026 in Sri Vijaya Puram will highlight tuna cluster development, sustainable seafood and fisheries livelihoods.

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Passenger Ship Travel to Andaman Declines Sharply; Experts Urge Repositioning Route as Leisure Cruise

Passenger ship travel between mainland India and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands has dropped sharply over the past decade, with tourism experts urging authorities to reposition the route as a cruise experience to revive demand.

Government Denies Viral Claim India Shared Iranian Ship Location With Israel

PIB Fact Check dismisses viral AI-generated video falsely claiming Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi admitted sharing Iranian ship location with Israel.

Trump Says US Campaign Against Iran Could End Soon After Major Strikes

Donald Trump says the US military campaign against Iran could end soon after thousands of strikes targeting Tehran’s military, missile and drone capabilities.

Israel Says 1,900 Iranian Troops Killed as Airstrikes Continue Across Iran

Israel says about 1,900 Iranian soldiers and commanders have been killed as airstrikes continue across Iran and Lebanon amid escalating conflict.

Panic LPG Bookings Rise 20%, Government Invokes EC Act to Manage Supply

Government invokes the Essential Commodities Act to secure LPG supply and regulate natural gas allocation amid rising demand and panic buying.

ANIIDCO Launches Fellowship and Internship Programme for Island Development

ANIIDCO launches fellowship and internship programmes to engage young professionals and students in sustainable development projects in the A&N Islands.

Poultry Farming Venture in Little Andaman Shows Rural Enterprise Potential

A youth from Little Andaman builds a successful poultry venture with support from the Animal Husbandry department and CLF Hutbay.

Five Seaplane Routes Planned to Improve Andaman Island Connectivity

Seaplane operations linking Sri Vijaya Puram with major islands may begin soon as groundwork and pilot engagement reach advanced stages.

Housing Scheme Gains Momentum with 200+ Applications in Sri Vijaya Puram

Sri Vijaya Puram Municipal Council receives over 200 applications under PMAY-Urban 2.0 as awareness campaigns expand in the islands.

Civic Sanitation and Water Supply Concerns in Sri Vijaya Puram Raised with LG

Sri Vijaya Puram Municipal Council raises sanitation and water management concerns with Lt Governor amid rising population and tourist inflow.

Crime Stories

44-Year-Old Arrested for Cultivating 21 Ganja Plants in Little Andaman

A 44-year-old in Little Andaman was arrested for cultivating 21 cannabis plants, weighing 28.8 grams, following a targeted anti-narcotics operation on February 24, 2026.

El Mencho Killed: Andaman Drug Corridor Back In Focus After Cartel-Linked Trail Surfaced Near Islands

After El Mencho’s killing, Indian agencies revisit a 2024 drug seizure near Andaman that exposed a Mexico-Asia trafficking corridor via the Andaman Sea.

Illegal Cannabis Plants Found During Police Raid

South Andaman Police busted an illegal cannabis plantation in Little Andaman, seizing 21 plants and arresting one person under the NDPS Act.

Liquor Haul Recovered In Excise Raid Near Haddo

South Andaman Police conducted an excise raid near Tirupati Temple, Haddo, seizing 68 liquor bottles and arresting one person in an ongoing crackdown.

Rajasthan SOG Busts Impersonation Racket in RPSC Teacher Exam

Rajasthan Police SOG has arrested multiple suspects across India for alleged impersonation in the RPSC Senior Teacher Recruitment Exam 2022.