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The Hindu
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- The Hindu
Students should develop strong moral character for successful life: SC Judge
Students should develop strong moral character that is woven patiently from threads of principle, doctrine and obedience to become successful in life and career, said Justice R. Mahadevan, Judge, Supreme Court of India, on Saturday. In his inaugural address at 40th convocation of VIT at its campus here, Justice Mr. Mahadevan said that strong moral character helps to make consistent correct choices in the trials and testing of life. It helps a person to grow as leaders of tomorrow to guide fellow citizens of the country. 'Righteous character provides the foundation of spiritual strength which will lead to success in your entire life. Students should have faith in themselves to face challenges in life,' he said. The Judge emphasised on the importance of reading among students as it is the gateway to the world of knowledge. Students should deepen and broaden their knowledge in every field to become more stronger in human values, he said. In his presidential address, G. Viswanathan, founder and chancellor, VIT, said that at present, parents especially from the middle and lower class were finding it challenging to pay fees of their children especially for higher studies in private universities. In this regard, the government should share at least a portion of fees paid by parents as it will encourage more students from rural areas to pursue higher education. 'Tamil Nadu tops in allocating the highest share of its budget allocation for education in the country with 21% of its budget in 2025-26. On the contrary, the Centre has allocated only 2.5% of its budget allocation of Rs 55 lakh crore for education this year (2025-26). On the occasion, Sandeep Rai Rathore, Director General of Police, Training, Police Training Headquarters, Chennai, received his Ph.D in Disaster Mitigation and Management at VIT, Vellore. A total of 11,563 students got their degree certificates including 451 PhD scholars. Earlier, as part of the event, Abdul Kalam and Jagadish Chandra Bose blocks, which were men's hostels, were inaugurated by Justice Mr. Mahadevan. Sankar Viswanathan and Sekar Viswanathan, vice-presidents, VIT, were present.
Time of India
16 minutes ago
- Time of India
Tricolour hoisted for first time in Maoist stronghold Abujhmarh
Raipur: Independence Day 2025 carried a special significance in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region as two landmark events unfolded — the tricolour was hoisted for the first time deep inside Abujhmarh region, a Maoist stronghold, and a memorial dedicated to 460 fallen CRPF personnel was inaugurated along Bastar's Kondagaon district. For decades, the rugged and forested expanse of Abujhmarh was synonymous with Maoist influence, where state presence was minimal and public celebrations were nearly impossible. On Friday, however, the 133rd battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) broke new ground by organising Independence Day functions at Company Operating Bases (COBs) Garpa, Kandulnar, and Horadi, alongside the battalion headquarters in Sonpur. At these once-inaccessible villages, the tricolour fluttered high as local residents, women, children, and teachers gathered with BSF personnel to mark 79th Independence Day. Commandant Kamal Sharma of 133rd Battalion said the celebrations were "living proof that peace, unity, and development can triumph over fear and violence." He credited the cooperation of villagers and the gradual trust-building between security forces and locals for making such a historic moment possible. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo In another development in Kondagaon, 188th battalion of CRPF dedicated a permanent memorial to honour the supreme sacrifice of its 460 personnel who laid down their lives in Bastar while combating Maoist insurgency between 2003 and Aug 15, 2025. Constructed on a self-help basis, the CRPF Shaheed Smarak stands prominently on NH-30, outside the battalion camp, ensuring visibility for both locals and tourists. The memorial features the names of 20 gazetted officers, 44 subordinate officers, and 396 other ranks who made the ultimate sacrifice in counter-insurgency operations. Commandant Bhavesh Chaudhary of 188 Bn said the memorial will serve as "an enduring inspiration for future generations and a reminder of the CRPF's valour and commitment in the fight against Naxalism in Chhattisgarh." Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
16 minutes ago
- Time of India
Cybercrooks cheat US-based techie in digital arrest threat con
Pune: A man (45) who works as a software engineer in a USA-based firm was cheated out of Rs 4.5lakh after cybercrooks threatened him of a money laundering case and subsequent arrest. The man's father (70) from Amrawati lodged a complaint with the Koregaon Park police on Friday. He had earlier lodged a complaint with the Amrawati police and the Amrawati police transferred the FIR to the Koregaon Park police for further investigation. Senior inspector Sunil Thopte of Koregaon Park police told TOI, "The case was transferred to KP police as the USA-based techie's bank account is with a private bank in Koregaon Park." You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune | Gold Rates Today in Pune | Silver Rates Today in Pune Thopte said, "The suspects made calls to the techie, posing as officials of the Indian Embassy in the USA and the Mumbai cybercrime police. They claimed that his Aadhaar Card and SIM card were used to open a bank account, which was used in a money laundering case," Thopte said, adding, "They threatened the techie that they would deport him to India and arrest him in the money laundering case." "They also claimed that the suspects involved in the money laundering case had tapped his phone," he said. "The suspects then promised to settle the matter and asked for money from the techie. The techie transferred the money using e-banking facilities," he said. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
