name of Andaman and Nicobar Islands brings to our mind an image of palm trees, white beaches, green forests, sound of waves breaking on a coral reef, and chirping rare birds. It has many islands, islets and rocks, It is also home to some of the oldest tribes in the country. Though facilities for trekking, diving and snorkeling are available here, the best way to enjoy a trip to these islands is simply...
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shocking revelation, the lone Member of Parliament (MP) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands Bishnu Pada Ray today said the remote islands of this Union Territory are 'another Kargil in making.'' Talking to UNI, the MP, said India urgently needs an interlinked road connectivity in Diglipur Islands of North Andaman region as counter move to Chinese development in the neighbouring Coco Island, situated just...
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moderate earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale hit the southern region of Andaman and Nicobar Islands at 0819 hrs today.Though no casualty or damage of property was reported from any part of the island, the quake was clearly felt in many islands like Car Nicobar, Havelock, Bambooflat and Port Blair.According to India Meteorological Department, the epicentre of the earthquake was located at...
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Andaman and Nicobar Administration has reopened the Jolly Buoy Island situated inside Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Wandoor for tourists.Jolly Buoy Island is world famous for under water corals beds and the pristine clear beach, where tourists can also go for snorkelling and scuba diving. It is located about 50 km from here in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. '' The Island had been closed for the...
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Tropical storm warning issued for Grand Cayman Island as Ida gains strength over Caribbean, US < ');" class="size11 blue"> RateTropical storm warning issued for Grand Cayman Island as Ida gains strength over Caribbean, USTropical storm warning issued for Grand Cayman Island as Ida gains strength over Caribbean.| Tropical storm warning issued for Grand Cayman Island as Ida gains strength over Caribbean,...
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Port Blair, Nov 8 : DMK's Andaman unit today alleged that Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment D Napolean was humiliated by some uniformed men of the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) at the historic Ross Island.According to the DMK, the Minister went to the island yesterday, when he was allegedly denied entry.''The PA of Mr Napolean approached the defence authorities at the Ross...
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district administration was contemplating banning the use of plastic bags and other plastic items at Malpe beach and St. Mary’s Island.She was speaking after inaugurating a double-decker boat service to St. Mary’s Island at Malpe port here.Ms. Hemalatha said that the move would go a long way in keeping the environment both at Malpe beach and St. Mary’s Island clean. The tourism sector had a lot of...
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Koch Eye Associates with offices in Warwick, Providence, Johnston, East Providence, North Kingston and Woonsocket Rhode Island is pleased to announce that Optometrist Dr. Michelle Lewis has joined the professional eye care eye care staff at their practice.) November 5, 2009 -- Koch Eye Associates with offices in Warwick, Providence, Johnston, East Providence, North Kingston and Woonsocket Rhode Island...
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Port Blair, Nov 8 : DMK's Andaman unit today alleged that Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment D Napolean was humiliated by some uniformed men of the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) at the historic Ross Island.According to DMK, the Minister had gone to the island yesterday, when he was allegedly denied entry.''The PA of the Mr Napolean approached the defence authorities at the...
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Cottages and restaurant on Bhavani Island ready to receive visitors from Friday onwards during Karthika Masam. —VIJAYAWADA: After remaining closed for about three weeks in the wake of the massive flood in Krishna river, Bhavani Island is getting opened for public from Friday onwards.The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) has renovated the cottages and revived the basic amenities...
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