Helpline Awareness Drive in Diglipur Targets Elderly and Women
The ICDS Project (Rural), Diglipur, held an awareness program in Madhupur to educate women and the elderly on emergency helplines 14567 and 181. The session included live demos, case studies, and distribution of info materials to boost rural safety awareness.
PDS Deadline Extended to May 5
Amid network outages affecting PDS distribution across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, authorities have extended the April 2025 ration cycle until May 5. The move ensures eligible households, especially in remote areas, receive their food supplies despite digital disruptions.
Shribash Das Elected Zilla Parishad Chief in North & Middle Andaman
Shribash Chandra Das and R. Madhavan were elected as Adhyaksh and Up-Adhyaksh of the Zilla Parishad of North and Middle Andaman. The smooth election, overseen by Deputy Commissioner Nandini Maharaj, aims to strengthen local governance and community development.
Why the Sports Authority of India is betting big on Nicobar girls for competitive weightlifting
Under the guidance of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Tribal Council of Car Nicobar, the initiative aims to identify and nurture athletic potential among young girls from remote communities.
CIARI, NABL Hold Awareness Drive to Boost Quality Standards in Island Labs
The initiative was designed to familiarize participants with the intricate process of obtaining NABL accreditation and to stress its relevance in strengthening scientific output, regulatory compliance, and international recognition of laboratory work.
