Andaman & Nicobar Islands poised to give India a strategic, economic edge

IANS | July 17, 2026 3:48 PM

New Delhi, July 17 (IANS) The Andaman & Nicobar Islands are poised to become a strategic gateway for India, a world-class transhipment and logistics hub for the Bay of Bengal, and a model of ecological stewardship, with the government approving the ambitious Rs 81,000 crore Great Nicobar Island Development Project (GNIDP), according to a report.

Govt set to hold 2nd National Workshop on pension litigation

IANS | July 17, 2026 3:37 PM

New Delhi, July 17 (IANS) The Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare will organise the 2nd National Workshop on Pension Litigation here on July 18 to improve pension litigation management through greater coordination amongst all stakeholders, an official statement said on Friday.