Andaman to Document Nicobarese Heritage through Stories and Songs Contest
A&N Administration, is launching a district-wide competition to collect traditional folktales and folk songs
Andamans Cast Tourism Spell on Southeast Asia at MATTA Fair 2025
From images of pristine coral reefs and indigenous communities to stories of eco-conscious development, the Andaman stall offered more than a travel pitch, it was a narrative of a place deeply rooted in conservation, culture, and connection.
The Legend of a Hidden Japanese Treasure in the Andamans
On the far edge of the Indian Ocean, in a forgotten corner of wartime history, lies a lesser-explored possibility: the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. These remote islands, once a strategic outpost for Japanese forces, are steeped in stories of hidden tunnels, lost wartime ships, and secret caches of wealth. Could this be the site of a second, unsearched trove of Japanese treasure?
The Quiet Cuisine of the Nicobar
Let us be clear: there are no hotels or restaurants that serve native Nicobari food. No menus will list "wild boar curry" or "bamboo-cooked seafood." These dishes are not for sale. They are expressions of home and hospitality. The only way to taste them is to be invited to sit cross-legged in a Nicobari home.
The History and Evolution of Andaman Biryani: A Fusion of Colonial Influences and Local Ingredients
Andaman biryani is not your typical biryani. Unlike the more common ghee-heavy varieties of North India, it’s lighter and delicately spiced, perfectly suited to the humid climate of the islands. The dish reflects the fusion of several regional influences: the mustard tang of Bengali cuisine, the heat of Tamil spices, the rich marinades of North Indian biryani, and even hints of Southeast Asian flavors.
