The Mini India

  TMI Correspondent Port Blair, Aug 07: Despite frequent road safety drives conducted by the police at schools and colleges, rash driving near educational institutions continues to be a significant problem. Particularly concerning is the behavior of minors and juveniles who recklessly ride or drive vehicles, often endangering themselves and others to satisfy their thrill-seeking desires. While the Andaman and Nicobar Police are often seen issuing challans and collecting fines from traffic violators, there appears to be a lack of effective education and deterrence for young drivers. The recent incident involving Smti. Leela, a Home Guard posted under PS Chatham, highlights this issue tragically. On July 31, 2024, while on duty at Seashore Road, Haddo, Smti. Leela attempted to stop a moped driven by minors. The juveniles initially ignored her attempt to halt them. When they later returned, she made another effort to stop them. However, instead of complying, the juveniles deliberately...

Port Blair, Aug. 07: Residents of Delanipur have raised serious concerns regarding the conduct of a pharmacist attached to the Urban Health Center (UHC) in Delanipur, Port Blair. According to complaints, the pharmacist has been neglecting their duties and displaying inappropriate behavior towards patients. Recently, it was reported that a patient visiting the UHC encountered rude and unprofessional behavior from the pharmacist. The pharmacist allegedly acted arrogantly and failed to respond to the patient's needs properly, giving the impression that the medications were being provided at the pharmacist's personal expense. There have also been complaints that the pharmacist has refused to dispense essential medications, such as insulin, despite doctors' prescriptions. Moreover, it has been observed that the pharmacist often delegates the task of distributing medicines to a ward attendant, rather than performing this duty personally. This ward attendant is reportedly know...