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Time of India
4 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
No more backbenchers: Tripura school adopts Malayalam film's U-shape classroom seating
Agartala: After Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Odisha, a rural school of Sabroom in South Tripura has adopted the innovative U-shaped classrooms influenced by the casting of last year's Malayalam film Sthanarthi Sreekuttan. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Ranjan Debnath, assistant headmaster of PM SHRI Sabroom Girls' Higher Secondary School, said the U-shaped sitting arrangement of the students in all Classes from I-XII was functional from Friday and it evoked enthusiasm among other schools in the area to replicate it. "We have been experimenting with the model for three days, as in a few sections, students' attendance is high and classroom space is not enough to accommodate everybody in U-shape. Therefore, we made little curves and adjustment to make all the students as frontbenchers and to remain in the eye-contact of the teachers," Debnath said. He underlined that it's a small step, yet innovative, effective and highly potential to shift towards imparting an inclusive and engaging education in the classroom. The primary goal of this new arrangement is to eliminate the age-old concept of 'backbenchers' and ensure equal participation and attention for all students. Under this layout, students are seated in a semi-circular formation around the teacher, allowing direct interaction and better visibility for everyone. This method fosters a more democratic and collaborative learning atmosphere, minimising physical and psychological distance between the teacher and students. Appreciating the step, director of secondary education NC Sharma said, "We always encourage teachers to adopt innovative and attractive learning methods in the school to make students curious and tempted to join the class. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The small correction in the seating arrangement obviously brings a meaningful change in the classroom environment, as all the students will be in the first bench." "It believes such seating style has removed the disparities of back-row students. It boosts student confidence, enhances lesson engagement, and creates a stronger teacher-student connection. The classroom environment is now far more inclusive and cooperative," he said. The similar U-shaped classroom formats have already been adopted in several schools in Kerala, promoting modern teaching methods. Tamil Nadu and Odisha have also begun piloting the model in select schools, reflecting a growing national interest in student-centric educational innovations. Rajyasabha MP from Tripura Rajib Bhattacharjee said as chairman of the school management committee of Agartala's historical Nataji Subhas Vidyaniketan, he has decided to adopt the U-shape classroom model in the school after discussion with the school authority and other committee members. "Our former MLA and renowned gynecologist Dilip Das, an alumnus of the school, has personally experimented with the seating arrangement, especially whether such sitting creates any discomfort to see the blackboard or such sitting creating any discomfort to see the blackboard or to creates any hindrance in getting natural lights and winds. We find everything is fine and proper, therefore, from next week it will be adopted," Bhattacharjee added.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pup da Vinci: She was tied up and left alone; 'India's First Painter Dog' now paints to save lives
At just 45 days old, a Labrador named Dali was found tied up and abandoned — a fate that many stray animals face across India. But her story took a remarkable turn after she was adopted by Hyderabad-based couple Hoi Choudhury and Snehangshu Debnath. What began as a rescued pup's playful antics soon transformed into something much more unexpected: a painting journey that would not only win hearts but also raise funds for other strays in need. According to PTI, the couple first noticed Dali's unusual fascination with art supplies when she repeatedly snatched paintbrushes from Debnath, an artist by profession. Amused and intrigued, they eventually decided to let her try painting. Her first stroke on canvas left them astonished — it was clear Dali wanted to participate in the creative process. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category others Data Science MBA Public Policy Project Management Others healthcare Healthcare Digital Marketing Cybersecurity Leadership Product Management Finance Technology Management CXO Design Thinking Artificial Intelligence MCA Operations Management Degree PGDM Data Analytics Data Science Skills you'll gain: Duration: 16 Weeks Indian School of Business CERT - ISB Cybersecurity for Leaders Program India Starts on undefined Get Details Custom-Made Brush and a Budding Talent Realising the potential, Choudhury and Debnath set out to make a brush that Dali could safely use. After some research, they crafted a dog-friendly version from a wooden block, shaped specifically to fit in her mouth. This tool became the key to Dali's artistic expression. By the age of nine months, Dali had already completed her first painting. Since then, she has created over three dozen abstract works marked by vibrant strokes, playful textures, and a surprising sense of composition. These aren't just random splashes — her work reflects a curious, instinctive grasp of form. Art For A Cause To channel her growing popularity into something meaningful, the couple selected twelve of her most striking pieces and released them as a limited-edition calendar. Buyers were given the option to select the colour palette for their commissioned paintings, with all proceeds dedicated to rescuing and treating injured stray animals. So far, the initiative has raised Rs 35,000, which has gone directly into medical care and shelter work. The couple stressed that their goal was always to use the attention Dali received to benefit animals who have not been as lucky. Debnath explained that they never expected people to respond so warmly, but they were heartened by the global support for Dali's mission. Online Fame and Community Support Dali's Instagram account, which describes her as 'India's 1st Painter Dog,' has garnered nearly 50,000 followers. Her feed is filled with behind-the-scenes clips, messy paws in action, and finished pieces proudly displayed. Supporters from around the world leave heartfelt comments, praising both her art and the compassion behind the initiative. One user expressed disbelief at how anyone could abandon such a loving animal, while another thanked the couple for giving her a second chance. Buyers of the calendar described her work as both beautiful and meaningful, saying they were proud to support the cause. What makes Dali truly unique is that she's reportedly the only dog in India creating watercolour art. In a world where many stray animals are overlooked, Dali stands out — not just as a painter, but as a symbol of how compassion and creativity can come together to make a difference.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Health
- New Indian Express
Breaking Down Quickly?
"It was my decision, fully conscious under no influence. I chose to end my life by jumping from the Signature Bridge, Delhi, early morning of 7th July. I feel like a failure and a burden, and it was getting unbearable to live like this. Hence, I decided to end it." This note is believed to have been written by DU student Sneha Debnath, who went missing on July 7 and whose body was found in the Yamuna. While investigations are on to ascertain if Debnath's death was a murder or a suicide, it's a fact that Gen Z is battling several mental health challenges. According to a Registrar General of India report of 2020-2022, nearly 17.1 per cent of total deaths in the 15-29 age group are suicides. Gen Z is free from many responsibilities—actively taking care of parents or building a home are not their pressures. So what is compelling them to take the fatal step? Counsellor Indu Punj believes one of the major reasons is repression at home and upbringing combined with social media pressures. 'Suicides can never be generalised; the reasons vary case by case. However, two reasons I find important here are—lack of emotional regulation right from foundation years and the increased nature of stress. Children are not raised in a manner where they are taught to handle emotions or adverse experiences,' she says.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
'She sent a final message, then vanished': DU student Sneha Debnath's body found in Yamuna; friends recall months of struggle
NEW DELHI: The body of a 19 year-old DU student was recovered from the Yamuna by divers late Sunday, nearly a week after she is believed to have jumped off Signature Bridge in north Delhi. Sneha Debnath had sent text messages and mails to friends on July 7 morning, indicating she intended to end her life, and mentioned the bridge. Debnath's father, a retired Army officer, had turned to social media with emotional appeals for help and police action. The case spanned two states — Delhi and Tripura, from where family hails. An FIR was filed July 9, two days after she went missing and her phone was switched off. According to the FIR, Debnath told her mother around 5am on July 7 that she was going to drop a friend at Sarai Rohilla railway station. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi At 5.15am, a cab arrived at their south Delhi residence. When the family called her at 8.45am, her phone was switched off. Worried, they contacted her friend, only to learn that Debnath had not met her. It was the cab driver who revealed that he had dropped Debnath at Signature Bridge. "A note provided by the family indicated her intention to jump from Signature Bridge. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo Her close friends also mentioned that she had been upset over the past few months and had sent emails and WhatsApp messages earlier that morning. Some eyewitnesses said they saw a girl standing on the bridge, who was later missing," DCP (South) Ankit Chauhan said. The body was recovered from the river near Geeta Colony flyover, around 10km from the bridge. It is not clear why Debnath, a second-year BSc maths student at Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College, decided to take the drastic step and when she told her friends about it. Her family said she had taken only her phone with her as she left home on July 7. The family alleged police inaction and pointed out that not a single CCTV camera at Signature Bridge was functional. "The bridge reportedly has over 60 CCTV cameras, but not a single one was functional on July 7, aside from a speed-monitoring camera that only captures still images of fast-moving vehicles," Bipasha Debnath, Sneha's elder sister, told TOI. "My father is a retired officer who served in the Army for over 30 years. He's 53 now, battling chronic kidney failure and undergoing dialysis and yet, I saw him standing at the bridge, barely able to walk, asking strangers if they had seen his daughter." The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) conducted a search on July 9, which remained inconclusive until Sunday evening when her body was recovered. The family confirmed her identity.
The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Violence returns to WB jute industry, manager assaulted
Violence returned to the West Bengal jute industry on Saturday (June 14, 2025) after a senior official of the Auckland Jute mill, located in the State's North 24-Parganas, was assaulted. The management of the Jute mill put a suspension of work notice, putting at stake the livelihood of around 4,000 workers. Sankar Debnath, the official of the jute mill, was allegedly assaulted by a group of workers. Mr. Debnath was hospitalised after the assault. The attack, which took place outside the mill premises, was caught on the closed-circuit television cameras. According to reports, tension was brewing between a section of workers and the management of the jute mill located under Jagatdal police station for past few days which resulted into the violence. Former Barrackpore MP and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Arjun Singh accused the Trinamool Congress for the violence and suspension of work. 'An internal rift is going on among the TMC backed criminals over the share of the extortion money. Because of the internal feud of TMC criminals, a Bengali Hindu Sankar Tarafdar was attacked in the Mill premises by the criminals belonging to the VOTE BANK of@MamataOfficial. The mill has been closed and about 4,000 labourers are jobless now,' Mr. Singh said on social media. The BJP leader also added that hundreds of Bengal Global Business Summits ( annual event of WB govt to attract fresh investment to the State) will bear no fruit if the law and order remains like this where the goons rule, not the law. Jute mills which are located on the banks of Hooghly around Kolkata around Kolkata have been source of employment of workers for almost over a century. Occasionally the industry struggles with closures and suspension of work. About 10 years ago, the CEO of Northbrook jute mills in Hooghly's Bhadreswar was beaten to death by agitating workers. West Bengal still remains the highest producer of jute in the country. In 2023-24 West Bengal registered a yield of 2883.20 per hectare and 7865.70 in bales. The Jute Corporation of India (JCI) has increased the minimum selling price (MSP) of jute from ₹5,335 to ₹5,650 per quintal for crop year 2025-26 to discourage distress sales by farmers.
