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Andaman Sheekha Daily, Reports Suspected Fake Job Scam, Files Complaint with Cyber Cell

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Staff Correspondent
Port Blair, Feb 06: In a crucial step to safeguard job-seeking youth from fraudulent recruitment scams, Andaman Sheekha has lodged a complaint against a suspected fake job advertisement with the Cyber Cell of A&N Police for a thorough investigation.
On January 27, 2025, Andaman Sheekha received an advertisement request from JK Publicity Advertising Agency, based in Indore, for a recruitment drive allegedly conducted by ONGC (Oil and Natural Gas Corporation). The newspaper, committed to providing employment-related opportunities, published the ad in both its print edition and Facebook group.
However, in a shocking revelation, a vigilant reader recently alerted the newspaper that the recruiter was demanding money from job applicants, raising suspicions of a possible fraud. This prompted Andaman Sheekha Team to take immediate action and investigate the legitimacy of the advertisement.
Upon reaching out to JK Publicity, the agency provided a PAN card, Aadhaar card of the individual who submitted the advertisement, and a letter supposedly from an ONGC employee. However, based on experience, Andaman Sheekha found the letter to be potentially fake.
Determined to get to the truth, the newspaper’s editor personally contacted the recruiter, who initially claimed to be based in Port Blair. When asked for an official ONGC office address, the individual gave multiple, conflicting addresses and ultimately refused to disclose his name. Furthermore, when confronted about demanding money from candidates, he dismissed the concern, stating:
“It’s the candidate’s choice to pay or not. Why are you wasting your time?”
His evasive behavior, refusal to provide proper details, and abrupt disconnection of calls raised serious red flags, reinforcing the suspicion that the advertiser was falsely posing as an ONGC recruiter to dupe job seekers.
Taking a strong stance against potential fraud, Andaman Sheekha has filed a formal complaint with the Cyber Cell, A&N Police, on 6th February 2025 evening (via email) urging an immediate investigation into the matter to prevent innocent youth from falling prey to the scam.
Andaman Sheekha team also shared necessary documents to police viz PAN & Aadhaar card copies of the advertiser; A suspicious letter claiming ONGC affiliation; Phone numbers of the advertiser and JK Publicity and Copy of the recruitment ad and demand for money from candidates.
Andaman Sheekha Team strongly warns all job seekers to be cautious and to never pay money for job applications or recruitment processes. Legitimate organizations do not charge fees for hiring, and any demand for money should be considered a red flag for fraud.
As a responsible media organization, Andaman Sheekha remains committed to protecting the interests of local youths and will continue to expose any fraudulent activities that threaten their future.

ZP Member Baratang Discusses Key Baratang Development Issues with Chief Secretary

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Rabindranath Biswas
Baratang, 06 February: Mr. R. Alagerswamy, Zilla Parishad Member, Sundergarh Constituency has recently met Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar, Chief Secretary, A & N Administration, Sri Vijaya Puram and discussed a number of vital topics and projects of the Baratang region.

Speaking to Andaman Sheekha Daily, the ZPM of Sundergarh Constituency said that he met Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar, Chief Secretary, A & N Administration, Sri Vijaya Puram recently and discussed with the Chief Secretary on a number of key issues linked to the holistic development of Sundergarh and Baratang region.

Mr. Alagerswamy said that Bhalu Dera Beach Mela was a much cherished festival in the region that was suspended after COVID; and since the Mela is significant in terms of a medium of entertaining for the locals, the ZPM said it was fruitful discussion on it and Bhalu Dera Beach Mela is reportedly now set to return soon.

Helicopter Service from Baratang to Sri Vijaya Puram was another vital topic found place in the discussion, the ZPM said. With the newly constructed helipad, the much-needed connectivity will soon be a reality; Trial runs will begin shortly, followed by regular operations, Alagerswamy claimed.

The entire Nilambur Market area is reportedly allotted to the Forest Dept. and which is reportedly thwarting Zilla Parishad Member, Pradhan, and Samiti Member (three-tier governance) from initiating developmental projects in the region, he alleged.

However, he made a formal request to the Chief Secretary to impress upon the authority of the Forest Dept. to handover the land to the Revenue Department for the betterment of the Baratang community, and to which the CS reportedly assured to take necessary steps to this effect, the ZPM maintained.

The Chief Secretary reportedly gave a patient hearing to Mr. R. Alagerswamy and positively assured swift action on all these crucial matters, he said. On behalf of the people of Baratang, Mr. R. Alagerswamy extended heartfelt gratitude to the CS for these initiatives, the ZPM further added.

Timely Rescue Saves Man Who Fell from Hut Bay Jetty

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Staff Correspondnet
Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb. 6: In a swift rescue, a 30-year-old man, identified as Shri Boniface, son of Shri Magnes, and a resident of Harminder Bay, Little Andaman, was saved after he accidentally fell from Hut Bay Jetty this evening.
The incident occurred around 8:00 PM, when Mr. Boniface, slipped and fell into the water. Luckily, alert police personnel present at the jetty, along with nearby individuals, immediately jumped into action and rescued him before any harm could occur. the general public and police jawans showed great team work to save Mr Boniface.

 

Amrita Minj bags Bronze Medal at 38th National Games held at Uttarakhand

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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb 06: In a remarkable display of sports excellence, Ms. Amrita Minj from Andaman & Nicobar Islands won Bronze Medal at 38th National Games held at Uttarakhand in the 2000 metre event women single scull category.

The President of A&N Rowing Association Mr. G. Bhasker and the entire committee congratulated Ms. Amrita Minj for making the Islanders proud. He also thanked the coaches who played a major role in this stupendous achievement.

Multi- Stakeholder Consultation on “Effective Solid Waste Management for Zero Waste Islands”

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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb 05, 2025:In a significant step towards improving solid waste management in the islands, a multi- stakeholder consultation on ‘Effective Solid Waste Management for Zero Waste Islands” was successfully conducted on Feb. 5 ,2025 at Lemon Tree Hotel, Lamba Line, Sri Vijaya Puram. The consultation was organized by the ANET – Dakshin Foundation team in collaboration with the Department of Rural Development and with active support from the Department of Environment and Forest.

The consultation brought together diverse stakeholders in a single platform was attended by over 50 participants and included critical inputs from Mr. Sandeep Behera, Deputy Conservator of Forest, South Andaman, Ms. Sapna Priya (Director, Department of Rural Development), Mr. Bijoy Kumar Das (SNO, RD), Ms. Lalita Tigga (BDO, Ferrargunj), Ms. Gurjeet Kaur (BDO, Prothrapur), Mr. Mohammed Yunus (BDO, Nancowry), scientists from ANPCC, Manager IP&T, Forest Range Officers, representatives from SVPMC, technical experts from DBRAIT, ITI & Pondicherry University, Private Waste Dealers NHC Enterprise & Island Waste Recyclers, PRI members, Panchayat secretaries and Sanitation Supervisors from Wandoor, Guptapara, Humfrygunj, Mannarghat, Beodnabad, Collinpur, Brindaban, Chouldhari, Shorepoint, and civil society members.

The consultation session commenced with a presentation on ‘Waste Management in the Islands and Priority Challenges’ followed by brainstorming sessions on four important themes- ‘Strengthening equipment management capacity’, ‘Safeguarding ANI’s fragile environment & heritage’, ‘Innovative solutions for glass, sanitary and wet waste management’, and ‘Achieving total SWM coverage in GPs of ANI’. The members of the meeting were divided into groups, collaboratively deliberated on these issues and came up with actionable plans and assigned stakeholders against each action.

The first multi-stakeholder consultation on improving SWM was conducted by Dakshin Foundation in June 2024. The meeting on 5th February 2025 built on the previous consultation, reinforcing collaboration and advancing strategies, efforts towards sustainable waste management. The meeting served as a crucial platform for identifying gaps in the existing SWM framework and discussing the way forward to the unique waste management challenges of the islands.

 

Auspicious Mahakumbh Journey: 50 Devotees, Including Senior Citizens, Embark on Spiritual Tour to Kolkata, Varanasi, Ayodhya, and Prayagraj

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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb 06: On the auspicious ceremony of Mahakumbh a team of 50 devotees including Senior Citizens are proceeding to Kolkata on 7th February 2025 under the leadership of Mr. K. Thyagarajan, Vibhag Sah Karyavah of RSS. The team will first attend a meeting in Kolkata with leaders of RSS and proceed to Varanasi. On 8th full day in Baba Vishwanath temple and other temples darshan, on 9th all will reach Ayodhya to visit Ram Mandir and finally on 10th the destination of Prayagraj will reach. The team will take part in the Amrut Snan of Purnima on 12th Feb. 2025.
The team will depart from Prayagraj on 13th Feb. 2025. A small programme is also organised in the premises of Veer Savarkar International Airport in presence of Swamy Shrudhanand Saraswati, Swamy Chinmaya Mission and Swamy Agnihotri to give Aashish vachan to the devotees tomorrow (07th Feb.) at 0915 hrs.

Major Power Disruptions in Sri Vijaya Puram and South Andaman Due to Fire Damage at Power Plant

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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb. 6:The general public/all Govt. /all Pvt. organizations have been informed that power supply will remain suspended and power interruption shall be carried out on rotational basis in Sri Vijaya Puram and South Andaman areas w.e.f 06/02/2025 from 1700 hrs to 2300 hrs, due to the shortage of 5MW Power. This is the consequence of fire accident occurred on 06-02-2025 at 08 am in the power drawn cable of 33 KV Incomer of M/s Sudhir Ready Genset Consortium Pvt. Ltd, (05 MW Hiring Power Plant ), which has caused major damage in the said incomer cable.
The affected feeders are:
Time Area affected
1700 hrs. to 1745 hrs. Shadipur, South Point, Mazaar Pahad, Machi Line, RGT Road, Govt. Press, JNRM College, BSNL Telephone Exchange, Prem Nagar, Goalghar, Carmel School area, KV-I area & Murdakhari area, Part of Dollygunj, part of Pahargaon, ICMR Colony area, part of School Line and Water Treatment Plant area at Lamba Line.
1745 hrs. to 1830 hrs. Sippighat, Teylarabad, Bimblitan, Manjeri, Guptapara, Manglutan, Wandoor, Chouldari, Tushnabad, Port Mout, Tirur, Templemyo, Ograbraj, AKT Miniplex, Bird Line, Mahaveer Nagar, Kamaraj Nagar, Beodnabad, Rangachang, Burmanallah & Chidiyatapu, Part of Sippighat, Chouldari, Lal Pahar, Tsunami Shelter, Mithakhari, Namunaghar, Dundus Point and HathiTappu.
1830 hrs. to 1915 hrs. Bambooflat to Wimberlygunj, Agency House, Garacharama complete, 5 MW Solar Power Plant area, STS Workshop, BSNL Bhawan, Model School Area, Fire Brigade, ANIIDCO Bhawan area, Girls School, CCS Aberdeen Bazaar area, Supply Line complete, Netaji Stadium area, Electricity Bazaar site office, Jama Masjid, Netaji Club and part of Gurudwara Lane.
1915 hrs. to 2000 hrs. Mathura, Bridavan, Ferargunj to Jirkatang, Stewartgunj, Kanyapuram, Wimberlygunj to Shoal Bay, Light House, Phoenix Bay, Fisheries Jetty area, Anarkali, Delanipur, Quarry Hill, Phongy Kyaung, Foreshore Road, Megapode, Teal House, Horticulture Road, Haddo, Haddo Wharf, Foreshore Road and upto Civil Aviation Delanipur and Hope Town.
2000 hrs. to 2045 hrs. Part of Garacharama, Dollygunj, Attam Pahar, Old Pahargaon, ICMR Colony area, part of Minnie Bay, Bhatubasti complete, Laxmi Motor Area, Pathergudda, Satellite Colony & New Pahargaon, CIARI, Ayyanar Temple, Calicut, New Bimblitan, part of Teylarabad & Macca Pahad.
2045 hrs. to 2130 hrs. Garacharama Sub Station, Japan Nallah, Austinabad, Prothrapur, Corbyn’s Cove, Brichgunj, Brookshabad, part of Chakkargaon, Rajasthan Mandir, ALHW Colony, Hawaghar Jn., Dudh Line, Nayagaon, Bargat Line, GPRA Colony & Corbyn’s Junction, Part of Gurudwara Line, Bengali Club, Biggi Line, Anthropological Museum, Middle Point, Link Road, VIP Road, Police Line and part of Junglighat.
2130 hrs. to 2215 hrs. Part of Junglighat, Vijay Baugh, Dairy Farm complete, Dairy Farm Junction, CPWD Complex, Lamba Line, Ranchi Tekery, School Line complete, part of Minnie Bay, Marine Hill, Dugnabad complete, Round Basti & Netaji Club area.
2215 hrs. to 2300 hrs. Buniyadabad, AIR, DDK Colony, part of Delanipur, part of Prem Nagar, Coast Guard Enclave, Coast Guard HQ, Coast Guard Jetty, Panipath Road & Fortress Head Quarter, Shristy Nagar, Atlanta Point, Cellular Jail, G.B Pant and Police HQ, Marina Park & Aberdeen Bazaar site office area, Mohanpura, Babu Line, Aberdeen Bazaar from Ratnam Market to Taxi Stand, Aberdeen Thana & part of Gurudwara Line.
All the Consumers of Electricity Department and general public have been requested to conserve electricity and regulate consumption of use of electricity. For further inquiries, visit the Electricity Department’s website at https://vidyut.andaman.gov.in. Consumers facing any issues related to power supply may call the Toll-Free Number 1800-345-1111 to register their complaints.

5th Finance Commission to Visit A&N Islands for Key Meetings and Site Inspections

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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb. 6: The 5th Finance Commission to UT of A&N Islands led by its Chairman, Shri Anil Kumar Jha, will be arriving on a 5-days visit to A&N Islands on Feb.9, 2025. On Feb. 10, the Commission will hold meeting with PRIs and visit Departmental Sites at Swaraj Dweep.
On Feb. 11, the Commission will hold meeting with PRIs at Shaheed Dweep. On Feb. 13, the Commission will hold meeting with Chairperson (SVPMC), Secretary (SVPMC), Secretary (UD) & Councilors in the Conference Hall of SVPMC. Thereafter, the Commission will hold meeting with Chief Secretary & other Sr. Officers of A&N Administration in the Conference Hall of Secretariat in the afternoon.
On completion of visit, the 5th Finance Commission is scheduled to return to mainland on Feb.14.

Mock Drill on Earthquake & Fire conducts at Directorate of AH&VS

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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb 06: The Chief Secretary, A&N Administration has directed to conduct Mock Drill in every Department on quarterly basis. Accordingly, 01st mock Drill conducted on Earthquake and Fire Incident in the Directorate of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services (AH&VS), A&N Administration in coordination with District Administration (SA), Disaster Management, A&N Police, Health, Fire, NDRF and APWD by creating real time fire simulation scenarios and tested the preparedness level and response system of Department and other stakeholders.
Immediately on the receipt of information of Earthquake & Fire Incident, the Teams of AH&VS triggered their response mechanism to tackle the emergency Earthquake & fire situation and informed Mock incident to DEOC (S/A), SEOC, Fire & Health Control Rooms etc. Meanwhile the staff and Team of AH&VS have been activated to manage earthquake and fire scenario. As information received, the Teams of Police, Fire, NDRF, District Administration, Health, APWD and Disaster Management reported at the site with resources and tackle the situation with coordinated method.
The Mock Drill was called off at 1140 Hrs. followed by a debriefing session wherein the observers of the Mock Drill had explained the findings and gaps of the Mock Drill. The officers of resource departments urged to check their preparedness regularly and provide trainings to their teams with basic skill on safety measures to cope up any crisis in near future.

US Treatment of Deportees Unacceptable

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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb 06: The Polit Bureau of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) has issued the following statement:
The way the deportation of 104 Indians who had illegally entered the United States was conducted by the US authorities is deplorable and unacceptable. These people were handcuffed with restricted mobility for a long journey in a US military aircraft.
“The Modi government has shown a craven attitude by not objecting to such treatment of its citizens. Since more batches of Indians are expected to be deported, the government should ensure that they are treated in a humane and dignified manner,” an official release issued by CPI(M) said today.