A corporate group visitor from Kolkata died after falling from a balcony at Sinclairs Bay View Hotel, Sri Vijaya Puram. Police are probing whether faulty railing height or other factors caused the accident.
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.
Pahargaon police busted a cannabis cultivation case in Garacharma Basti, arresting Tarapada Raul. Around 37 grams of cannabis plants were seized as authorities intensify anti-drug operations.
A Dudhline farmer has turned goat rearing into a profitable venture, earning up to ₹7 lakh annually through scientific practices, family support, and government assistance.
A Water Bowl Campaign has been launched across the islands to provide drinking water for stray animals and birds, with authorities urging public participation during the summer months.
A TB screening camp in Campbell Bay conducted 64 X-rays using handheld technology, with plans to expand outreach to remote Nicobar villages under the TB Mukt Bharat campaign.