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Time of India
31-07-2025
- Time of India
Teacher suspended over charge of smoking on school premises
Ludhiana: A government primary school teacher in Mangat-3 block has been suspended with immediate effect following serious allegations of misconduct and inappropriate behaviour reported by the local panchayat. The suspension order was issued by Harkirat Kaur Chane, director, school education (elementary), after the matter was brought to the attention of the education department. The suspended teacher, who was working under the Elementary Trained Teacher (ETT) cadre, faced multiple complaints from both parents and panchayat members. According to the formal complaint submitted by the village panchayat, the teacher was repeatedly accused of poor behaviour with students and smoking on the school premises, which reportedly left several students unwilling to attend school. "Despite repeated warnings, her behaviour did not improve. Students were scared to come to school, and her actions were having a harmful impact on the children," stated a complaint from panchayat to the DEO. The teachers further alleged that parents had regularly reported the teacher's erratic behaviour, leading to a sharp decline in student attendance. The panchayat highlighted that the teacher had admitted to smoking on the school premises, a serious violation of conduct and school discipline. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Parents had voiced concerns that such behaviour not only violated norms but also set a poor example for impressionable children. In response to the complaints, Ravinder Kaur, district education officer (Elementary), confirmed the suspension. "We have acted promptly after receiving the complaint. The teacher has been suspended with immediate effect, and an inquiry will be conducted. Further action will be based on the findings of this investigation," she stated. She also said that the teacher had previously been suspended from another primary school, raising concerns over how she was reinstated without proper behavioural assessment.
Business Wire
30-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Endo Tools Therapeutics and Fujifilm Middle East FZE Partner to Extend Access to Innovative Treatments for Obesity
GOSSELIES, Belgium & DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Endo Tools Therapeutics (ETT), a company developing and marketing advanced endoscopic medical devices, and Fujifilm Middle East FZE, a subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, today announce their strategic partnership, to enable patients living with obesity in the Middle East and Africa to access a novel endoscopic treatment through ETT's endomina® platform. The platform enables endoscopists to perform a volume reduction of the stomach using a minimally invasive procedure performed via oral entry. "Endo Tool Therapeutics' partnership with Fujifilm is a key strategic step in our international expansion. Fujifilm's extensive network and deep knowledge of the region make it an ideal partner to bring the benefits of endomina to a broader patient population increasingly affected by obesity," said Alexandre Chau, CEO of Endo Tools Therapeutics. It was estimated that worldwide the number of people living with obesity had reached 890 million in 2022, a figure that has doubled over the last 30 years. In the Middle East, the prevalence of obesity is 21.2%. Obesity contributes to increased risks of comorbidities such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and certain cancers; high rates pose serious socio-economic and health system challenges in the region 1. 'We are excited to bring new, minimally invasive solutions like endomina into our portfolio. Offering innovative treatment options for patients living with obesity reflects our ongoing commitment to advancing patient care and outcomes across the region,' said Atsushi Tateishi, General Manager of Fujifilm Middle East FZE. 'Through this collaboration, we aim to make meaningful advances in obesity care and improve access to cutting-edge therapies for healthcare providers and patients alike.' About Fujifilm Middle East FZE Fujifilm Middle East & Africa, located in Dubai, is a subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, Tokyo, Japan. Fujifilm was founded in 1934 as a producer of photographic film under the name Fuji Photo Film Co. Ltd. The company has built up a wealth of advanced technologies in the field of photo imaging, and in line with its efforts to become a comprehensive healthcare company, Fujifilm is now applying these technologies to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases in the medical and life science fields. Fujifilm MEA performs its operations in medical systems, graphic systems, device technology, electronic imaging, photo imaging, optical devices, recording media and industrial products in various offices throughout the Middle East & Africa. About Endo Tools Therapeutics Located in Gosselies, Belgium, Endo Tools Therapeutics S.A. (ETT) offers a portfolio of advanced, incisionless and minimally invasive endoscopic medical devices. The company's mission is to develop solutions that expand the range of gastrointestinal procedures that can be performed using standard gastroscopes. By developing minimally invasive treatment solutions, ETT aims to reduce the number of complications, and the length of hospital stay for patients, and in doing so improve their comfort. The initial results from bariatric procedures performed using ETT's soft tissue approximation devices have been published in multiple scientific articles, e.g. GIE in 2017, Endoscopy in 2018, Gut in 2020, EIO in 2022 and GIE in 2024. Moreover, endomina is included in the joint ASGE-ESGE guideline on primary endoscopic bariatric and metabolic therapies. To date, over 1,200 gastroplasty procedures have been performed using Endo Tools Therapeutics' devices across Europe, the US and the Middle East. In Europe the devices are approved for use in endoscopic gastroplasty procedures for the treatment of obesity, while in the US they are cleared for placement of sutures and approximation of soft tissue in the gastrointestinal tract.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
PT union members climb up water tank over joblessness
Ludhiana: High drama unfolded Friday when a few unemployed members of the physical training instructors' (PTI) Union, a woman among them, climbed up a water tank in a park in Jawahar Nagar carrying bottles filled with petrol, threatening to immolate themselves. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They were protesting against the govt for not yet launching the recruitment portal of physical training instructors for primary schools. Police reached the spot and asked the members, including two men besides a woman, to come down. The security staff also tried to tie a cloth to prevent injuries, in case they fell or attempted to jump from the tank. The Unemployed 2000 PTI Union have long been protesting against Punjab govt's delay in initiating the recruitment process for 2000 long-promised PTI posts in govt primary schools. They said despite announcements, the recruitment portal has still not been launched, leaving thousands of qualified candidates in a limbo. They said the matter dates back to Dec 2021, when Punjab govt had released newspaper advertisements announcing 2000 PTI vacancies along with 5994 ETT (elementary teacher training) posts. The ETT recruitment process was completed and successful candidates have already been appointed in schools, but there has been no headway in PTI recruitment. Candidates have not even been able to submit application forms, as the portal promised for the process is yet to be made online. The union members said the cabinet had sanctioned the 2000 posts, and education deparment officials had assured them that the portal would open by May 7. The PTI Union has threatened to launch a statewide protest, if the recruitment portal is not launched immediately.
Pink Villa
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Sooraj Pancholi recalls a random call from Salman Khan that got him THIS role in Ek Tha Tiger
Sooraj Pancholi is currently making waves in the industry for his latest film Kesari Veer. The actor who started his acting career with Salman Khan Films' Hero recently opened up about how a random call from the superstar got him the job of Assistant Director in Ek Tha Tiger. In an exclusive interview with Hindi Rush, Pancholi opened up about working as an AD in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Guzaarish and Kabir Khan's ETT. Sooraj Pancholi recalled that he was taking his acting classes when he received a missed call from "somebody" during the lunch break. As he called back, he remembered the person asking, "Sooraj, where are you?" When the actor asked who the person was, he was told, "Salman Khan. Come to Yash Raj" before dropping the call. Pancholi ignored the communication thinking it was a prank call and moved on. He recalled receiving call from Salman's sister Arpita Khan Sharma who was his senior in school. She asked Sooraj why he was not calling Salman back. A surprised Sooraj called the superstar multiple times but received no response. He tried looking for the superstar after reaching Yash Raj Films studio, but couldn't find him there as well. Just when he decided to leave, he got a call from Khan who was standing behind him. Sooraj who was wearing a cap at that time was praised for his good looks by Salman who also asked him to take it off. As they continued the conversation, Salman asked Sooraj what was he doing. When he told him about his acting classes, the superstar asked him to finish it quickly while offering a meeting with Ek Tha Tiger's director Kabir Khan. "I hope Kabir takes you. I'll make you meet him. So cross your fingers. If he likes you, he'll take you as an AD. You will learn a lot," Sooraj was told by Salman. Sooraj shared that he was unsure why Salman Khan called him because he wasn't a close friend of his father (Aditya Pancholi) and mom (Zarina Wahab). Talking about his connection to Salman, the actor shared that the superstar had seen him before when he was just 5-7 years old. The Hero actor also recalled asking the superstar multiple times why he called him randomly. "He just smiles. Unka ja chota wala smile hota hai (His usual little smile) he just gives that," said the actor. Sooraj also recalled growing close to Salman on the sets of Ek Tha Tiger and that's how he was offered Hero, his first film as an actor which was produced by the superstar. Hero was directed by Nikkhil Advani and also marked the debut of Suniel Shetty's daughter Athiya Shetty. The film was released in 2015. Ek Tha Tiger was the first film in YRF Spy Universe which featured Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif in the lead. The film released in 2013 and proved to be a mighty blockbuster.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Punjab to recruit 2,000 physical training instructors for primary schools
Chandigarh: To strengthen Punjab's education system and nurture sports talent at the school level amid the ongoing 'Sikhya Kranti' programme, the state govt will recruit 2,000 physical training instructor (PTI) teachers for primary schools across the state, announced Punjab education minister Harjot Singh Bains . Bains said that the requisition was forwarded to the recruitment board of the school education department to fill these posts, emphasising that the recruitment process will be merit-based and conducted in a transparent manner. He stated that the govt already filled over 13,000 school teacher vacancies in the past three years, including 4,006 master cadre teachers and 7,351 elementary teachers (ETT). The govt also prioritised promotions across various cadres, including 2,600 master cadre teachers promoted as lecturers, 425 ETT teachers promoted as master cadre teachers, 350 PTIs promoted as primary teachers (DPE), 57 principals promoted as district education officers (DEOs), 75 non-teaching staff promoted as master cadre teachers, and 450 master cadre teachers promoted as headmasters. The recruitment of PTI teachers would supplement the govt's drive to establish playgrounds in all schools, ensuring proper sports infrastructure. These teachers will play a pivotal role in training students, promoting physical fitness, and channelling their energy into constructive activities, fostering discipline, teamwork, and the overall well-being of the students, the minister said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 90s Icon: A Look at Her Today I Am Famous Undo The school education secretary, Anindita Mitra, informed that the details regarding the application process and eligibility criteria would be available on the official website within seven days. She said that a PTI applicant must have passed the 10th class with Punjabi and should have passed 10+2 with at least a two-year diploma or certificate in physical education, such as a diploma in physical education or a certificate in physical education (DPED/CPED), or have completed this course with any other nomenclature.
