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Team TWA represents the editorial desk of The Wave Andaman, bringing you the latest Andaman news, breaking island updates, and on-ground stories from across the region. Focused on accuracy and timely reporting, the team covers everything from local developments to travel insights, keeping readers connected with what’s happening in the Andaman Islands.

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Cell Broadcast Alert System Put on Hold After Reported Technical Glitch

India's newly launched Cell Broadcast Alert System has been temporarily suspended as authorities conduct a technical review following reports of a misrouted emergency alert.

Telegram Temporarily Blocked Ahead of NEET Re-Examination

Telegram has been temporarily restricted across India until June 22 as authorities intensify measures to prevent examination fraud and misinformation ahead of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination.

Doctor’s Prescription Now Mandatory for Buying Cough Syrups

Consumers will now require a valid doctor's prescription to purchase cough syrups as the Centre tightens regulations governing the sale of syrup-based medicines.

Supreme Court to Examine Plea Against Aadhaar Being Used as Proof of Citizenship, Age and Domicile

The Supreme Court has issued notices on a PIL seeking to ensure Aadhaar is used only as proof of identity and not as evidence of citizenship, domicile or age.

Government Tightens Cough Syrup Sales, Restricts Distribution to Licensed Pharmacies

The government has amended drug regulations to ensure cough syrups are sold only through licensed pharmacies, strengthening oversight and public safety measures.

Administration Highlights Round-the-Clock Support Through Women and Child Helplines

The Directorate of Social Welfare has reiterated that Women Helpline 181 and Child Helpline 1098 are available 24x7 to assist those facing distress, violence or exploitation.

Islands Invited to Compete for National Disability Empowerment Awards

Eligible individuals, institutions and organisations have been invited to apply for the National Awards for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities 2026 before July 15.

Airport’s Passenger Day Focuses on Service, Sustainability and Community

Passengers and airport stakeholders participated in Yatri Suvidha Diwas at VSI Airport, where service excellence, sustainability and community engagement initiatives were showcased.

MP Demands Probe into Rs 127 Crore Unutilised Funds in Andaman & Nicobar

MP Bishnu Pada Ray has urged the A&N Administration to investigate the surrender of Rs 127 crore in capital funds during FY 2025-26 and fix responsibility for non-utilisation.

Poultry Initiative Targets Livelihood Boost for Strait Island Tribals

A total of 120 Sonali country hens have been provided for distribution among PVTG families on Strait Island to support nutrition and livelihood generation.

Breaking

JNRM to Publish UG Final Merit List on July 18, Admission Counselling From July 20

JNRM will release the final UG merit list on July 18. Counselling for 1,296 undergraduate seats begins on July 20, with classes starting from July 27.

Police Entertainment Team Honoured for Leading Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign

The Social Welfare Directorate felicitated the Police Entertainment Team for promoting drug abuse awareness under NAPDDR and Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

Joint Coast Guard-Navy Operation Saves Two Fishermen Stranded at Sea Near Little Andaman

Indian Coast Guard and Indian Navy rescued two fishermen after their boat drifted for nearly three days following an engine failure off Hut Bay, Little Andaman.

Diglipur Administration Clears Encroachments from Six Government Land Sites

North and Middle Andaman Administration restored 1.5 hectares of Government land after removing encroachments from six locations in Radhanagar Village, Diglipur.
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