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Key questions that Andaman and Nicobar LG must answer

The Shompen did not even participate in the proceedings where their rights to the forests were settled; yet, permission was granted for diversion in their name.
opinion
Published on Jul 08, 2026 07:40 am IST

Emergency floats inactive on helicopter that crashed in Andaman on Feb 24: AAIB

The helicopter crash landed on February 24, killing one. (ANI)
india news
Updated on Apr 05, 2026 08:28 am IST

Great Nicobar project gets nod from NGT; environmental activists decry move

HT first reported on April 14, 2023 that the Tribal Council of Little and Great Nicobar withdrew the no-objection certificate (NOC) granted for diversion of land.
india news
Updated on Feb 17, 2026 11:37 am IST

Great Nicobar tribes allege pressure to ‘surrender’ villages for mega project

Great Nicobar tribal council says asked to surrender ancestral villages for mega project. Satellite image of North Sentinel Island, one of the Andaman Islands.
india news
Published on Jan 23, 2026 07:21 am IST

UT admin notifies Great Nicobar Island Development Area

The proposed development area comprises of seven revenue villages measuring a total area of 44.23 sqkm. (AFP)
india news
Published on Dec 18, 2025 06:06 am IST

IMD warns of likely depression over Southeast Bay of Bengal, issues rain alert

Tourists and locals have been requested to exercise caution during any recreational activities in and around the sea.
india news
Published on Nov 22, 2025 09:00 am IST

Malaysia says no tsunami threat after magnitude 5.4 Andaman earthquake

No Tsunami threat for Malaysia after 5.8 magnitude earthquake near Andaman islands, says Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia
world news
Updated on Nov 09, 2025 02:12 pm IST

Borderlands 4: Release date, time, where to play, editions and more

Borderlands 4 release date, time and more
us
Published on Sept 08, 2025 09:20 pm IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh calls Great Nicobar project a maha ecological disaster

He referenced fresh evidence that the local administration had misrepresented its compliance with the Forest Rights Act, 2006.
india news
Published on Aug 24, 2025 12:01 pm IST

Indian Coast Guard rescues two US nationals stranded at sea near Nicobar Islands

ICG Ship Rajveer responded to the distress situation, navigating through rough sea conditions.
india news
Published on Jul 11, 2025 09:32 am IST

Man recalls how 3 years in Bengaluru completely transformed his life

A man shared his 3-year journey in Bengaluru, reflecting on growth, struggles, and how the city slowly became home.
trending
Published on Jul 01, 2025 08:34 pm IST

Weather Bee: How is monsoon arrival declared?

The southwest monsoon season, which runs officially from June to September, is the rainiest period for India as a whole and most of its regions. (AP)
opinion
Updated on May 14, 2025 08:21 am IST

Monsoon to advance over Andaman Islands on Tuesday, a week ahead of normal date

The normal date for advance of monsoon over Andaman region is May 21. (Representational image)
india news
Updated on May 12, 2025 03:44 pm IST

Nicobar tribes watch as key road project gathers pace in the region

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There are about 200 Shompen on Great Nicobar Island, where there are now plans for a shipping terminal, airport, power plants, and lakhs of homes. (Anthropological Survey of India)
india news
Published on May 12, 2025 06:21 am IST

Home to world's most isolated indigenous tribe: 5 facts on Sentinel Islands

Satellite image of North Sentinel Island, one of the Andaman Islands, a protected area which is home to the Sentinelese.
india news
Published on Apr 03, 2025 01:27 pm IST

Who is Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov, man held for entering Sentinel Island?

Known for their isolation, the Sentinelese have fiercely resisted contact with the outside world, and hunt, gather in the rainforest along with fishing in coastal water for survival.
india news
Updated on Apr 03, 2025 09:33 am IST

20 years after calamity, woman recalls son 'Tsunami's birth in jungle

Namita Roy, a survivor of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, with her son Tsunami Roy.
india news
Published on Dec 26, 2024 09:51 am IST

IMD predicts early arrival of monsoon

IMD predicts early arrival of monsoon. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
india news
Updated on May 14, 2024 07:34 am IST

Monsoon to enter south Andaman Sea, Nicobar around May 19: IMD

Heavy rainfall in Karnataka on Sunday. (PTI Photo)
india news
Updated on May 13, 2024 04:17 pm IST

Port Blair: Inter-island flight connectivity to Shibpur, Car Nicobar in Andaman

Port Blair: Inter-island flight connectivity to Shibpur, Car Nicobar in Andaman to start in July
travel
Published on Apr 02, 2024 03:12 pm IST

Andaman welcomes tourists with longer beach hours, access to uninhabited islands

Andaman and Nicobar welcomes tourists with extended beach hours, access to uninhabited islands
travel
Published on Jan 11, 2024 05:39 pm IST

PM distributes about 1000 appointment letters to newly recruited

Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed nearly 1,000 appointment letters to newly recruited individuals under 'Rozgar Mela' in Andaman and Nicobar Islands through video conferencing.
employment news
Published on Sept 26, 2023 06:40 pm IST

Exotic caravan tourism service set to launch in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Caravans are a unique tourism product, which promotes family-oriented tours even in circuits/destinations which do not have adequate hotel accommodation.
travel
Published on Aug 18, 2023 12:51 pm IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 strikes Andaman and Nicobar islands

The tremors were felt at 02:56:12 Indian standard time (IST).
india news
Published on Aug 11, 2023 05:41 am IST

PM Modi inaugurates new integrated terminal building of Port Blair airport

A view of the New Integrated Terminal Building of Veer Savarkar International Airport, in Port Blair.
india news
Updated on Jul 18, 2023 11:15 am IST

Andaman and Nicobar Islands gear up for Monsoon Festival at Corbyn's Cove Beach

Andaman and Nicobar Islands gear up for Monsoon Festival at Corbyn's Cove Beach in Port Blair
travel
Published on Jul 15, 2023 10:07 am IST

Cyclone Mocha: Andaman and Nicobar administration alerts people

Cyclone Mocha: The storm is expected to move towards the Bangladesh and Myanmar coasts around May 12.
india news
Updated on May 09, 2023 09:51 pm IST

Earthquake of 5.0 magnitude jolts Nicobar Islands region

A 5.0 magnitude earthquake hits Nicobar Islands region.
india news
Published on Mar 06, 2023 07:57 am IST

India spotted flying object over strategic island chain in 2022: Report

Andaman and Nicobar islands are close to India’s missile testing areas in the Bay of Bengal and sit near the Malacca Strait.
india news
Published on Feb 24, 2023 05:41 pm IST

Andaman and Nicobar admn announces curbs for tourists amid Covid-19 scare

The Andaman and Nicobar administration announced a set of curbs for tourists amid the rise in Covid-19 cases.
travel
Published on Jan 06, 2022 07:49 pm IST
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