APJ Karan 2 to Undertake Maiden Voyage from Kolkata to Sri Vijaya Puram This Month

Sri Vijaya Puram | March 12, 2026 Shipping operations between mainland India and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands are set to receive a boost with the induction of a new cargo vessel, APJ Karan 2, which is scheduled to make its maiden voyage from Kolkata to Sri Vijaya Puram later this month. The vessel has been acquired by Apeejay Shipping,…

Tarun Karthick

Women Helpline 181 and Child Helpline 1098 Provide 24×7 Support in A&N Islands

Sri Vijaya Puram | March 12, 2026 The Government of India’s Women Helpline (181) and Child Helpline (1098) are functioning as dedicated support services to provide immediate assistance, protection and guidance to women and children facing distress, violence or exploitation in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Operating under the Directorate of Social Welfare, the Women and Child Development Control Room…

Tarun Karthick

CAT to Hold Circuit Sitting in Sri Vijaya Puram from March 16 to 20

Sri Vijaya Puram | March 12, 2026 The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Kolkata Bench, will conduct a Circuit Sitting in Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, from March 16 to March 20, 2026 (both days inclusive). According to information received from the Section Officer/Head of Office, CAT Kolkata Bench, fresh applications will also be entertained during the Circuit Sitting.…

Tarun Karthick