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12.05

Favorable conditions are emerging for the southwest monsoon’s arrival in the south Bay of Bengal and Andaman regions this week. The monsoon typically reaches the Andaman and Nicobar Islands around May 20. This year, India may experience below-normal rainfall, potentially due to El Nino conditions developing.

Source: inkl

Original publication date: 2026-05-12 00:00:00

12.05

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Set Guinness World Records: The Andaman and Nicobar Islands recently hosted two unique underwater world records at Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island) to promote eco-tourism and establish the islands as a prime adventure destination. The events included the “Largest Flag Unfurled Underwater” near Radha Nagar Beach, where a 60m x 40m Indian […]

Source: crackittoday

Original publication date: 2026-05-12 02:58:56

11.05

Sri Vijaya Puram | May 11, 2026 To commemorate the 165th Birth Anniversary of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, the Department of Art & Culture, A&N Administration organised a cultural programme at Andaman Club last Friday, paying tribute to the Nobel Laureate poet, writer and philosopher through music, dance and literary presentations. The Director of Art & […] The post Art & Culture Department Organises Rabindra Jayanti Programme at Andaman Club appeared first on Nicobar Times .

Source: nicobartimes

Original publication date: 2026-05-11 08:13:50

10.05

At a time when the global balance of power is steadily tilting toward the Indo-Pacific, India finds itself at a defining strategic inflection point. The emerging geopolitical order is no longer anchored in the Atlantic but increasingly shaped by the maritime space stretching from East Africa to the Western Pacific. In this evolving landscape, India’s choices today will determine not only its regional influence but also its standing as a global power in the decades ahead. The ambitious Great Nicobar Development Project is not merely an infrastructure initiative, it is a statement of intent.

Source: organiser

Original publication date: 2026-05-10 07:30:18

10.05

The mega-project includes not just a deep-water transshipment port, but also a dual-use international airport, township infrastructure, power generation systems, tourism infrastructure, and strategic military-support facilities. Estimates place the overall project value between ₹72,000 crore and ₹90,000 crore depending on different phases and revised projections. The post Andaman & Nicobar: India’s Big Maritime Plan to Build a Global Port Hub appeared first on Dharmakshethra – India Unabridged .

Source: dharmakshethra

Original publication date: 2026-05-10 05:20:00

09.05

Sri Vijaya Puram | May 9, 2026 The Congress party on Friday launched a “National Talent Hunt” campaign in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands aimed at identifying and recruiting talented individuals for the roles of spokespersons, research coordinators and publicity coordinators within the party organisation. Addressing a press conference at Sri Vijaya Puram, Congress National […] The post Congress Launches ‘National Talent Hunt’ in Andaman to Identify Spokespersons, Research and Publicity Coordinators appeared first on Nicobar Times .

Source: nicobartimes

Original publication date: 2026-05-09 04:11:58

09.05

Dilip Ghosh, a former RSS organiser, was instrumental in building the BJP’s grassroots network across West Bengal, transforming it from a fringe outfit into a formidable political force. His decade-long efforts in cadre-building and booth-level expansion laid…

Source: The Times of India

Original publication date: 2026-05-08T10:06:09Z

08.05

This year’s monsoon is expected to unfold under the influence of developing El Niño conditions in the Pacific Ocean.

Source: indianexpress

Original publication date: 2026-05-08 06:08:35

08.05

The Southwest Monsoon is set to arrive in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands around May 20. India anticipates below-average rainfall this year. This forecast raises concerns for key crops like pulses and oilseeds. The kharif season, crucial for food production, begins in June. Rainfall distribution and timing will impact sowing decisions and food inflation.

Source: economictimes_indiatimes

Original publication date: 2026-05-08 06:56:52