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Hans India
04-08-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Is merit losing ground in TG higher education landscape?
Hyderabad: Despite improvements in access to higher education across Telangana, there are concerns over whether merit-driven students are receiving adequate financial support under current education policies. A closer look at the eligibility data for the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme, which provides collateral-free and guarantor-free educational loans, reveals that only a handful of state-run Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) meet the criteria set by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) that is used as a yardstick for the scheme. According to NIRF 2024–25 rankings, only 12 HEIs from Telangana are listed nationally, of which just four state-run institutions are included in the list of Quality Higher Education Institutions (QHEIs) - the key prerequisite for PM Vidyalaxmi loan eligibility. This raises equity concerns, as students from technology, law, medical, and conventional streams in Telangana continue to bear the burden of self-funded education or seek loans that require collateral and guarantors. The PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme, launched by the central government, targets students admitted on merit-based criteria to institutions ranked within the top 100 (overall and category-specific), top 200 state-governed HEIs, and central government institutions. With a corpus designed to benefit over 22 lakh students annually, the scheme aligns with broader efforts to democratize access to professional education, especially in technical fields. However, the limited representation of state-run institutions in Telangana's NIRF rankings hints at structural gaps in competitiveness and academic quality. While institutions like AIIMS Bibinagar, NALSAR University of Law, and NIPER Hyderabad provide accessible avenues for top-performing students, the state's own educational bodies fall short of qualifying benchmarks. The situation also raises broader policy questions: Has the state prioritised quantity over quality in its higher education expansion? Are talented students missing out due to institutions' inability to rise in national merit-based rankings? While Telangana reports a higher Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) than the national average, the state-run HEIs are struggling to figure out the national merit-based rankings, resulting in their students being on the receiving end. Speaking to The Hans India, a former Vice Chancellor of a Telangana State University, pointed out, 'A strategic overhaul - focusing on infrastructure, faculty development, and innovation - is essential if Telangana intends to elevate the performance and perception of its public institutions.' With schemes like PM Vidyalaxmi offering financial flexibility, state intervention is vital to ensure deserving students in Telangana aren't left behind, merely due to where they study, he pointed out. However, when contacted, Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) Chairman Prof V Balakista Reddy said: 'the council has taken up the issue of improving the NIRF rankings of Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) on a priority basis. The council held two to three meetings with the Vice-Chancellors of the universities. The TGCHE had also organised a meeting with the degree and postgraduate colleges to create awareness about improving the quality of education for NIRF rankings.' Besides, the State government has been keen to ensure that state-run HEIs in particular and all educational institutions in the state in general step up quality assurance practices to get the NIRF rankings. 'The State government asked to focus on the improvement of NIRF rankings, as most of the schemes and funding are increasingly getting linked to the NIRF rankings. It has also assured to release funding for the same to ensure more state-run HEIs qualify for the NIRF rankings,' he added.
Fibre2Fashion
16-07-2025
- Health
- Fibre2Fashion
DRDO, AIIMS launch Make-in-India carbon foot prosthesis
DRDO's Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) and AIIMS Bibinagar have unveiled the first Make-in-India, cost-effective, advanced Carbon Fibre Foot Prosthesis, indigenously designed and developed, named ADIDOC. ADIDOC is a major breakthrough under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, launched by DRDL Director Dr GA Srinivasa Murthy and AIIMS Bibinagar executive director Dr Ahanthem Santa Singh. ADIDOC is biomechanically tested to load up to 125 kg with sufficient factor of safety. It has three variants to cater to patients of different weights. This foot is designed with the goal of offering a high-quality and affordable solution accessible to a larger population in need, while delivering performance at par with available international models, the Ministry of Defence said in a press release. DRDO's DRDL and AIIMS Bibinagar have unveiled ADIDOC, an indigenously developed, cost-effective carbon fibre foot prosthesis under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. Biomechanically tested for up to 125 kg, it offers three variants and performance on par with global models. Priced under ₹20,000, it aims to improve accessibility for low-income amputees and reduce reliance on costly imports. It is expected to reduce the cost significantly to as low as less than ₹20,000 in production in comparison to the current imported similar products that cost around ₹2 lakh. Hence, this innovation is expected to significantly improve accessibility to high-quality prosthetics for low income group amputees in India, reduce dependency on imported technologies, and support broader social and economic inclusion for people with disabilities. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RR)
India Gazette
15-07-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
DRDO & AIIMS Bibinagar unveil first Make-in-India cost-effective advanced Carbon Fibre Foot Prosthesis
New Delhi [India], July 15 (ANI): The first Make-in-India cost-effective advanced Carbon Fibre Foot Prosthesis, indigenously designed and developed by DRDO's Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) and AIIMS Bibinagar, Telangana, was unveiled at AIIMS Bibinagar, Telangana, on July 14, 2025, according to the Ministry of Defence. AIIMS Bibinagar - DRDL, DRDO Indigenously Developed Optimised Carbon Foot Prosthesis (ADIDOC), a major breakthrough under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, was launched by Distinguished Scientist & Director, DRDL, Dr GA Srinivasa Murthy and Executive Director, AIIMS Bibinagar, Dr Ahanthem Santa Singh. ADIDOC is biomechanically tested to loads up to 125 kgs with a sufficient factor of safety. It has three variants to cater to patients of different weights. This foot is designed with the goal of offering a high-quality and affordable solution accessible to a larger population in need, while delivering performance at par with available international models. It is expected to significantly reduce the cost to as low as Rs 20,000 in production, compared to the current imported similar products that cost around Rs 2 lakh. Hence, this innovation is expected to significantly improve accessibility to high-quality prosthetics for low-income group amputees in India, reduce dependency on imported technologies, and support broader social & economic inclusion for people with disabilities. Earlier, DRDO handed over six strategic indigenously designed and developed products against the Naval Staff Qualitative Requirements (NSQR) to the Indian Navy, officials said in a statement. Secretary DDR&D and Chairman DRDO handed over these products to Rear Admiral Sriram Amur ACNS( SSP), Naval HQ at a special ceremony held at Defence laboratory JodhpuThe six indigenously designed products include Gamma Radiation Aerial Surveillance System (GRASS), Environmental Surveillance Vehicle (ESV), Vehicle Radiological Contamination Monitoring System (VRCMS), Underwater Gamma Radiation Monitoring System (UGRMS), Dirt Extractor and Cross Contamination Monitor (DECCOM) and Organ Radioactivity Detection System(ORDS). (ANI)
New Indian Express
15-07-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
India's first carbon fibre foot prosthesis unveiled at AIIMS in Telangana
HYDERABAD: Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) and AIIMS, Bibinagar have developed the country's first 'Make in India' cost-effective high-performance carbon fibre foot prosthesis. Under the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, AIIMS Bibinagar (PMSSY, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, GoI) in collaboration with DRDL, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Government of India, jointly developed the ADIDOC (AIIMS Bibinagar - DRDL, DRDO Indigenously Developed Optimised Carbon Foot Prosthesis). The ADIDOC Foot is an indigenously designed, biomechanically tested to withstand loads up to 125 kg and is designed for highly dynamic K3-level active users offering high performance at an affordable cost. It has three variants to cater to patients of different weights. The foot is designed with the goal of offering a high-quality, low cost and affordable solution accessible to a larger population in need, while delivering performance on par with available international models. It is expected to reduce the cost significantly to as low as Rs 20,000 in production in comparison to the cost of the current imported similar products that are around Rs 2 lakh. Hence this innovation is expected to significantly improve accessibility to high-quality prosthetics for low-income group amputees in India, reduce dependency on imported technologies, and support broader social and economic inclusion for people with disabilities. The development of the prosthesis was made possible through the dedicated efforts of experts and scientists from DRDL, DRDO, industry partners and medical team of experts from AIIMS Bibinagar.
The Hindu
26-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Telangana to begin sending COVID-19 samples for genome sequencing
The Telangana government will be ensuring genome sequencing of viral samples to track potential mutations of COVID-19, announced Health Minister C. Damodar Raja Narasimha during a high-level review meeting held on Monday, to assess the current pandemic situation and prepare for the upcoming seasonal disease surge. The meeting, attended by senior scientists and officials from institutes such as the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD), Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), and AIIMS Bibinagar, was convened to streamline inter-institutional coordination for public health. 'While there is no significant threat from COVID-19 at present, it is essential to maintain vigilance through continued surveillance,' the Minister said. He instructed the Director of Public Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Ravinder B. Nayak, to begin sending samples for genome sequencing to monitor any emerging variants. CCMB Director Dr. Vinay Kumar Nandicoori assured that despite fluctuating global case numbers and a rise in hospitalisations in some countries, the situation in Telangana remains under control. 'Thanks to herd immunity, most people in the state and across India are not experiencing severe symptoms,' he said. Dr. Abhishek Jagdishchander Arora, Head of Radiodiagnosis at AIIMS Bibinagar, added that no fresh advisory has been issued by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. As the state braces for the monsoon season, which typically sees a spike in vector-borne and respiratory illnesses, the Health Minister directed officials to strengthen early prevention mechanisms. He urged routine surveillance of Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI) and Influenza-Like Illness (ILI), and directed coordination with institutions like CCMB, CDFD, NIMS, and AIIMS Bibinagar. Rapid response teams will be established in all districts, alongside grassroots-level awareness campaigns in collaboration with the Panchayati Raj and Municipal Departments. The Minister stressed leveraging social media to disseminate accurate health information quickly and widely. Officials have also been asked to identify dengue and malaria hotspots and deploy special teams for public awareness and sanitation drives. With outpatient and inpatient numbers expected to rise during the rainy season, hospitals have been directed to maintain an adequate stock of medicines, diagnostic kits, and medical supplies and ensure patient nutrition and hygiene. Issuing a warning to private hospitals, the Minister said that any attempt to overcharge patients for dengue treatment would invite strict action.
