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Gandhinagar: In a calibrated expansion of the state’s education welfare framework, Gujarat govt is preparing to roll out its financial assistance scheme exclusively for boys from economically vulnerable backgrounds, with the aim of curbing high dropout rates, especially after Class 8. The scheme, named Namo Kishor Yojana, is a marked shift from the state’s traditional support and schemes for educational upliftment of girls and will offer the same benefits as the Namo Lakshmi Yojana for girls.The Namo Laxmi Yojana gives girls in Classes 9 to 12 total financial assistance of Rs 50,000 over four years – Rs 20,000 for Classes…
Lucknow: Under the direct instructions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the guidance of DGP Rajeev Krishna, the Uttar Pradesh Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) are successfully carrying out extensive security and disaster relief operations during the Magh Mela 2025–26, ensuring the safety, convenience, and peaceful participation of millions of devotees.The large-scale deployment is being executed under the supervision of ADGP Ramkrishna Swarnkar, with PAC nodal officer Sarvesh Kumar Mishra leading operations on the ground. Keeping in mind the spiritual significance of the Magh Mela and the massive influx of pilgrims, the PAC has adopted a phased and well-planned deployment strategy…
Bhubaneswar: The skill development and technical education department on Thursday announced the launch of the ‘Utkarsh ITI Yojana’, under which five existing government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) would be upgraded to centres of advanced technical and vocational training.The upgraded ITIs, termed Utkarsh ITIs, would be equipped with enhanced physical infrastructure, modern training equipment, smart classrooms, digital learning systems and industry-relevant trades aligned with emerging skill requirements. The initiative would be rolled out from the upcoming academic session.Commissioner-cum-secretary of the department, Bhupendra Singh Poonia, said the scheme aims to ensure equitable access to quality vocational education across regions, strengthen industry alignment,…
Coimbatore: Chief minister M K Stalin on Thursday inaugurated the Kurichi-Kuniyamuthur underground drainage (UGD) project in the city through videoconferencing. The project was completed at a cost of Rs 597.14 crore under the Amrut scheme.This UGD project covering Coimbatore corporation’s 14 wards (87 to 100) in the south zone is meant to provide 69,688 house service connections.The project has been designed for 30 years from 2020. The wastewater volume for a population of 3.92 lakh people in the year 2035 is calculated to be 40.26 million litres per day (MLD). In 2050, the wastewater volume is calculated to be 53.07…
Kalaburagi: A KKRTC driver was assaulted by a youth for not giving way near Beeri Tanda, near Bhalki in Bidar district, on Wednesday morning. The bus driver, Chandrashekhar, was assaulted by the unknown youth.Later, the youth was identified as Vishal, a resident of Beeri Tanda. The youth was on his bike and alleged that the bus driver did not give him way to go forward. This led the youth to assault the driver in front of a number of passengers. The passengers tried to stop the youth, but he did not stop.Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s 807…
Guwahati: The Centre and the NDA govt in Nagaland on Thursday signed a landmark agreement with the apex body of eight tribes of the state for creation of a special administrative system encompassing six eastern districts for devolution of regional power across 46 subjects and respond to the long-standing aspirations.The agreement with the Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO) paves the way for the creation of the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA), covering Tuensang, Mon, Kiphire, Longleng, Noklak and Shamator districts. These districts are home to the Konyak, Sangtam, Chang, Khiamniungan, Yimkhiung, Tikhir, Phom and Sumi tribes.Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New…
Kanpur: The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) was co-featured in the Guinness World Records for the largest electric bicycle delivery, achieved through the e-cycle programme in collaboration with EMotorad, the Kuppam Area Development Authority (KADA), the district collectorate of Chittoor, and the govt of Andhra Pradesh.The record-setting delivery event was organised by the government of Andhra Pradesh through the Kuppam Area Development Authority, during which chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, N Chandrababu Naidu, presented the official Guinness World Records certificate.Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s 807 Gone Missing And MoreThe initiative aimed to promote sustainable, low-carbon…
Ludhiana: Days after ambulance drivers staged a protest at the civil hospital over parking problems, the hospital administration has introduced a set of new parking rules and demarcated designated parking zones across the premises. The move follows the Jan 29 incident, when chaos erupted outside the emergency ward after employees of the 108 ambulance service protested against allegedly illegal parking, which, they said, frequently blocked ambulance movement.Sharing details of the new arrangements, civil hospital SMO Dr Akhil Sareen said the hospital had enforced fresh parking rules and regulations, under which earmarked parking spaces have been created for staff, ambulances, police…
Mangaluru: Kerala govt, with support from World Bank under Kerala Climate Resilient Agri-Value Chain Modernisation (KERA) project, is launching an initiative to build strong alliances between Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) and leading agri-businesses.Suresh C Thampi, deputy director, agriculture department, Kerala, and procurement officer for KERA, told reporters Thursday that farm- and non-farm-based companies, supermarket chains, exporters, and e-commerce platforms are invited to apply.He said the initiative aims to create sustainable linkages that connect Kerala’s premium agricultural produce to local, national, and international markets, ensuring farmers receive better prices and secure market access. The programme will form 150 Productive Alliances (PAs)…
Mysuru/Madikeri: A farmer in B Matakere village in HD Kote has died after being attacked by an elephant early on Thursday.DCF K Paramesh said that a villager, identified as Mada, 62, died in an elephant attack near his village early in the day. A team of foresters are investigating the incident. The village, located 45km away from Mysuru city, is close to Bandipur Tiger Reserve. Foresters suspect he may have been attacked when he was alone.Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s 807 Gone Missing And MoreOperation to drive back jumbosMeanwhile, foresters in Kodagu launched an operation to drive…