Low pressure likely over Andaman Sea around November 13
Low pressure forming near Southeast Bay of Bengal (Nov 13) may bring squally winds up to 60 kmph and rough seas over Andaman Sea and Southeast Bay of Bengal (Nov 14-15).
The Hindu
Not ‘necessary’ for Nicobar tribal leaders to join plea on FRA: Ministry of Tribal Affairs to court Simrin Sirur
The Calcutta High Court is hearing a petition questioning legitimacy of gram sabha sanction for the controversial Great Nicobar Island project.
- EnvironmentHurts
The petition challenges the gram sabha sanction for the Great Nicobar project, which affects the island's tribal communities and fragile ecology if the consent process is found invalid.
Scroll.inIndia hosts first-ever BIMSTEC maritime security exercise at Andaman and Nicobar Islands
India is hosting for the first time, a maritime security exercise for the BIMSTEC bloc, bringing seven member nations together to bolster cooperation in the Bay of Bengal.
- DefenceHelps
Joint maritime security exercises with BIMSTEC partners strengthen regional naval cooperation and security in the Bay of Bengal.
The Tribune
Two satellite images reveal Cyclone Arnab's unstoppable journey across India
INSAT-3DS images captured Cyclone Arnab moving northwards and weakening over land. The focus now turns to rainfall risks and a fresh Andaman Sea system.
- AgricultureHurts
Rainfall risks from the weakening cyclone and a fresh Andaman Sea system could damage crops and farm operations.
- InfrastructureHurts
Heavy rain associated with the cyclone remnants may disrupt roads and local infrastructure as it moves across land.
India Today
Fresh Bay of Bengal system raises cyclone watch as Arnab weakens inland
The evolving system could bring unsettled weather, increased rainfall and rough sea conditions over parts of the Andaman Sea and adjoining areas. Coastal communities, fishermen and marine operators should remain alert.
- EnvironmentHurts
A developing cyclonic system brings rain, rough seas and unsettled weather over the Andaman Sea and adjoining areas.
- EmploymentHurts
Fishermen and marine operators are warned to stay alert, which can disrupt their work at sea.
The New Indian Express
Earthquake of 5.1 magnitude hits Andaman and Nicobar Islands, tremors felt across region
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands have experienced seismic activity in recent months, with the National Centre for Seismology recording a magnitude 4.6 earthquake in the region at around 3.30am on February 2, 2026.
India TV
As Cyclone Arnab loses steam, second system intensifies over Bay of Bengal
The second system is present and located over the South Andaman Sea near the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. | India News
Hindustan Times
Satire | Ideas for alternative protest sites
Satirical take on protest sites, proposing far-flung alternatives from Mars to Andaman islands, critiquing access, safety, and politics.
The Hindu
Tribal leaders seek to be party to forest-rights case; Centre and Nicobar authorities say ‘too late’
As part of the Rs 81,000-crore project, the Centre wants to build an integrated township, a transshipment container port at Galathea Bay, a solar and gas-based power plant, and a greenfield military and civilian-use airport.
- EnvironmentHurts
Rs 81,000-crore infrastructure project involving port, power plant, and airport in tribal forest areas threatens forest ecosystems and biodiversity.
- JudiciaryHurts
Tribal leaders are being denied legal standing to participate in forest-rights case, raising concerns about fair judicial process and indigenous representation.
The Indian Express
Preservation of culture a fundamental right, says SC, refuses to stay Calcutta HC proceedings in Nicobar project case
SC refuses stay on Calcutta HC order; preservation of culture as fundamental right cited in Great Nicobar Island Project case.
- EnvironmentHelps
The SC order blocking the Great Nicobar Island Project protects ecologically sensitive island habitats from development.
- JudiciaryHelps
The decision reinforces judicial review powers and establishes cultural preservation as a fundamental right enforceable by courts.
The Hindu
Former A&NI Chief Secretary said Shompen tribe must ‘adopt modern lifestyle’ brought by GNI project, alleges Tribal Council
Tribal leaders claim the Shompen tribe is pressured to adopt a modern lifestyle due to the Great Nicobar Island project.
- EnvironmentHurts
Development projects on Great Nicobar Island directly impact the ecological habitat and traditional livelihoods of the Shompen tribe.
- EmploymentHurts
Pressure to adopt modern lifestyles may displace traditional subsistence practices and employment patterns of the Shompen community.
The Hindu