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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Unfinished foot over bridge at Pune's Pratik Nagar raises safety concerns
A foot over bridge (FoB) installed at Pratiknagar in Vishrantwadi has been lying incomplete for over three months. Residents claim that the bridge has no staircases and cannot be used. The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) should complete the work immediately to avoid untoward incidents, they said. Anand Adsul, a resident of Vishrantwadi, said, 'The FoB crosses a drain with encroachments on both sides. Without staircases, it serves no purpose.' In 2014, the PMC built a pedestrian bridge at Vishrantwadi Chowk, where five major roads meet. The junction is always busy due to traffic, street vendors, encroachments, and illegal parking. The bridge was built at a cost of ₹4 crore to help people cross the Alandi Road, Dhanori, and airport junction safely. However, the bridge was too high and the lift often didn't work. Very few people used it, and it was poorly maintained. In 2023, PMC decided to scrap it and build a flyover and grade separator instead. Later, the PMC project department dismantled the old FoB and decided to reuse its parts. One section was installed at the College of Engineering, Pune (CoEP) hostel on Jangli Maharaj Road and is now operational. Another section was placed at Pratik Nagar, Vishrantwadi, but without staircases. Residents from Pratiknagar, Mohanwadi, Panchsheel Nagar, Adarsh Nagar, and Maji Sainik Nagar say the FoB could help cross the busy Alandi Road. But the height and lack of access make it unusable—especially for senior citizens. Sandeep Patil, executive engineer at PMC's project department, said, 'Drainage work is underway at the FoB site. We're connecting a line from the underpass to the nearby drain. Due to pre-monsoon rains, the work has been delayed. Once it's done, we'll install the staircases.' Vinod Pawar, civic activist, said, 'The bridge work should be finished before the Palkhi procession. If any untoward incident occurs, PMC will be responsible.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Construction, demolition happening across Penn State's campus. See the projects
Summer is typically a busy time for construction projects on Penn State's University Park campus, but this year, it seems you can't turn a corner without running into scaffolding or fencing. From high-profile projects like the $700 million Beaver Stadium renovation to new and improved classroom spaces, below is a recent look at various under-construction spots on campus. A new $96 million, three-story classroom building is going up near the intersection of Park Avenue and Bigler Road. The 90,000-square-foot building will have large lecture halls, general purpose classrooms with seminar-style and flexible seating, and will be available to any academic college, according to a news release from the university. It's anticipated to be completed in time for the fall 2026 semester. Major work continues at the Sackett Building, part of an overall $89.9 million project and part of the College of Engineering Master Plan. Kunkle Lounge, which connects to the Hammond Building, is also being demolished. Work is expected to continue throughout the year and be completed for fall 2027. Oswald Tower is being demolished following the spring semester opening of the new Susan Welch Liberal Arts Building. Renovations to the Nursing Sciences Building include a 2,700-square-foot expansion on the building's northwest side for a 180-person active-learning, simulation-ready classroom and knowledge commons space. The project was not expected to exceed $28 million, with $10 million coming from philanthropic gifts. Work on the renovations and addition to Osmond Lab started last year. The $115 million project's 48,000-square-foot addition will be a 'high-bay research facility' that supports the physics department, according to a university release. A $21.25 million Jeffrey Field Soccer Complex project includes renovations to the soccer stadium and a new soccer operational facility. Construction began in 2024 and the university is targeting a late 2025 completion date. South of Jeffrey Field, an indoor practice air-supported structure is in the works. The estimated $10 million project will feature artificial turf, sports lighting and surface parking. The most high-profile — and expensive — of Penn State's ongoing construction projects is the Beaver Stadium revitalization. The site has been active since the end of the 2024 football season, with the demolition of the press box in January kicking off the start of more extensive work. Penn State's board of trustees approved up to $700 million in spending on the renovation project last May. In a May 15 video update on the Penn State Athletics website, Associate Director of Development Michael Mauti explained that micropiling, a deep foundation technique using small-diameter, drilled and grouted piles with steel reinforcement to support or stabilize structures, has started on the west side. Temporary seating will be installed there for this football season. A $3.9 million roofing project is underway at Thompson Hall. The project will replace the existing slate roof system. The Labor Department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration is investigating after an employee working on the project was injured after a May 27 fall. Updates to Ritner and Wolf residence halls are first up in Penn State's plan to renovate all nine Pollock residence halls. The $92.1 million plan aims to completely renew the 1960 residence halls with new amenities such as air conditioning and private bathrooms.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet man, son of famous Tamil actor who worked with Rajnikanth, cleared UPSC exam, became IAS Officer with AIR..., his father is….
It is a common notion that a doctor's son will become a doctor, an engineer's son will become an engineer, and an actor's son will become an actor. And so these notions give birth to topics such as nepotism and favoritism. There are certain examples where children often opt for a unique career path, leaving their father's well-established career path. Well, this story also revolves around an individual whose father is a Tamil superstar and has worked with Rajnikanth. Yet, the individual did not see acting as his career but chose UPSC, his AIR was…, he is.. Well, he is IAS Srutanjay Narayanan, son of a renowned Tamil actor (birth name Krishnamurthy Narayanan). Jayanth made a name for himself in the Tamil film industry, appearing in several films alongside superstar Rajinikanth. According to Srutanjay Narayanan's LinkedIn profile, he pursued a Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science and Cartography from the College of Engineering, Guindy from 2011 to 2015. For higher studies, he took admission in Ashoka University, where he pursued his Master's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Speaking of his work experience, Srutanjay worked as a project manager at NASSCOM Foundation, co-founded Ayamara events, and worked as a creative Consultant at ACE Events and Celebrity Management. In 2018, he worked as a Customer Engagement Specialist at Chargebee. As per a Navbharat Times Hindi report, Srutanjay commenced his UPSC journey in 2018, but had to face a setback in his first attempt. Regaining determination, he appeared for the exam again in 2019, hoping for a better outcome. His perseverance paid off when the UPSC results were announced in 2020, and he secured an impressive All India Rank(AIR) of 75. He served as an Additional Collector (Trainee) in Tuticorin. In July 2022, he took the position of Assistant Secretary in the Government of India in the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, India. He served as an Additional Collector (Development) of the Villupuram district in Tamil Nadu from October 2023 to February 2025. Currently, he holds the position of Joint Chief Executive Officer at TamilNadu e governance agency.
Qatar Tribune
25-05-2025
- General
- Qatar Tribune
QU Architecture Dept organises annual exhibition and end-of-year celebration
Tribune News Network Doha Under the patronage and in the presence of the Minister of Municipality, HE Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al-Attiya, the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning at the College of Engineering, Qatar University (QU), organised the Annual Exhibition and End-of-Year Celebration for the Architecture Programme. The event was held in collaboration with the Arab Engineering Bureau, Qatar Museums, Primary Health Care Corporation, Seashore Group, and Design Studio 5. It was attended by Dr Omar Al-Ansari, President of QU, along with several dignitaries, officials, and representatives from academic and professional institutions. The event aimed to showcase the projects and achievements of the department's female students for the 2024–2025 academic year, while also highlighting the department's initiatives and its academic and community partnerships. It reflected the department's commitment to strengthening the integration between education and practical application and to providing an interactive platform for creativity and professional networking. Addressing the gathering, Dr Khalid Kamal Naji, dean of the College of Engineering at QU, said, 'Our students' projects this year reflect a wide range of ideas and innovations, made possible through valuable partnerships and the ongoing guidance of our faculty. The projects span diverse topics across different studios, addressing complex social, cultural, and environmental challenges with clarity and outstanding ambition.' Dr Naji added, 'I would like to especially thank the college's and department's partners who have supported the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning for over fifteen years and have actively contributed to enhancing the educational content and connecting students to the professional world. Their projects, inspiring ideas, and constructive feedback have enriched the students' experiences and developed their abilities in critical thinking and innovative design.' He concluded by saying, 'These partnerships went beyond symbolic support and were embodied in practical initiatives, direct supervision, and real training opportunities, which added a distinctive professional dimension to the educational experience. At the College of Engineering, we value this continued support and aim to deepen and expand these strategic relationships to serve our shared goals in preparing a new generation of architects capable of contributing to a sustainable urban environment aligned with the aspirations of Qatar National Vision 2030.' The event was supported by several of the department's partners, who enriched the experience by providing valuable feedback and guidance to the students on their projects. Representatives of these institutions expressed their admiration for the quality of the architectural and planning work on display, emphasizing the importance of such events in strengthening the partnership between academia and the labour market and encouraging students to innovate and be creative.
Qatar Tribune
24-05-2025
- General
- Qatar Tribune
QU organises annual exhibition, end-of-year celebration for architecture program
DOHA: The Department of Architecture and Urban Planning at the College of Engineering, Qatar University (QU), has organised the Annual Exhibition and End-of-Year Celebration for the Architecture Program at the College of Engineering, in the presence of Minister of Municipality HE Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah, and QU President Dr Omar Al Ansari, along with several dignitaries, officials, and representatives from academic and professional institutions. Held in collaboration with the Arab Engineering Bureau and other relevant bodies in Qatar, the event aimed to showcase the projects and achievements of the department's female students for the 2024–2025 academic year, while also highlighting the department's initiatives and its academic and community partnerships. It reflected the department's commitment to strengthening the integration between education and practical application and to providing an interactive platform for creativity and professional networking. In his speech during the event, Dean of the College of Engineering at QU Dr Khalid Kamal Naji stated, "Our students' projects this year reflect a wide range of ideas and innovations, made possible through valuable partnerships and the ongoing guidance of our faculty. The projects span diverse topics across different studios, addressing complex social, cultural, and environmental challenges with clarity and outstanding ambition." He added, "These partnerships went beyond symbolic support and were embodied in practical initiatives, direct supervision, and real training opportunities, which added a distinctive professional dimension to the educational experience. At the College of Engineering, we value this continued support and aim to deepen and expand these strategic relationships to serve our shared goals in preparing a new generation of architects capable of contributing to a sustainable urban environment aligned with the aspirations of Qatar National Vision 2030." Representatives of these institutions expressed their admiration for the quality of the architectural and planning work on display, emphasizing the importance of such events in strengthening the partnership between academia and the labor market and encouraging students to innovate and be creative.
