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GST Council’s New Rate Structure Reduces Taxes On Essentials, Medicines, And Daily-Use Services

The 56th GST Council Meeting has slashed tax rates on essentials, medicines, and daily services, introducing a simplified two-rate system effective from Sept 22, 2025.

Indian Army to Host Recruitment Rally in Andaman & Nicobar Islands This October Under Delhi Se Dweep

The Indian Army will hold a recruitment rally in Andaman & Nicobar Islands under “Delhi Se Dweep” from October 8-15, 2025, offering roles under the Agniveer scheme.

Free Library Membership And A Monsoon Book Reading Festival

The State Library in Andaman & Nicobar Islands launches free membership for all and hosts Monsoon Book Reading Festival 2.0 to nurture literacy and creativity among children.

Excise Raid In Mayabunder Seizes IMFL Bottles In Crackdown On Illegal Liquor Trade

The Excise Team in Mayabunder seized a large stock of Indian-made foreign liquor in a raid at Fisheries Colony, highlighting the ongoing crackdown on illegal trade in North & Middle Andaman.

Experts Back ‘One Nation, One Election,’ Cite Policy Stability and Reduced Violence

Experts Arvind Panagariya and Surjit Bhalla back ONOE, citing policy stability, reduced violence, and lower economic disruptions.

Sydney Film Festival to Showcase Restored Original Ending of ‘Sholay’

The Indian Film Festival of Sydney will showcase the restored original ending of Sholay, featuring Thakur killing Gabbar Singh, 50 years later.

RBI Urges Banks to Return Rs 67,000 Crore in Unclaimed Deposits to Account Holders

RBI asks banks to return over Rs 67,000 crore in dormant accounts via UDGAM portal, targeting rural and semi-urban areas.

ONGC and BP to launch deep-sea oil and gas exploration in India in 2025

ONGC and BP will begin drilling stratigraphic wells in India’s offshore basins, including Andaman, in 2025 with a ₹3,200 crore investment to boost energy security.

Jindal Steel Bags Caterpillar’s Global Supplier Excellence Recognition

Jindal Steel Ltd. awarded Caterpillar’s Supplier Excellence Recognition 2025, a milestone for its Q+Q&T steel and global partnership.

When Women Lead On Paper But Men Rule In Andaman’s Local Bodies

In Andaman local bodies, women’s reserved seats often see husbands acting as shadow leaders, raising questions on true empowerment.