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Time of India
a day ago
- General
- Time of India
Mega PTM enters the Guinness Records
Visakhapatnam: The mega parent-teacher meeting 2.0 conducted in July has entered the Guinness world records for being recognised as the largest PTM, with 53 lakh parents and teachers participating. The event witnessed a remarkable total footfall of 1.5 crore attendees, including students, alumni, school management, school management committee members, and philanthropists. State education minister Nara Lokesh, upon receiving confirmation from Guinness world records, expressed pride in the recognition and dedicated it to all the teachers who worked tirelessly for the success of Mega PTM 2.0. "It is heartening to see that Guinness world records has acknowledged the state's mission to rejuvenate public education and promote inclusive learning for all. We dedicate this award to the teaching community," said Lokesh. The record was officially confirmed following an audit of data from mega PTM, which included three photographs, one video, verified counts of parents and teachers, and an independent witness statement from each participating school. All this evidence was collected through the LEAP App, a digital platform designed to enhance education delivery. "Over 40 auditors appointed by GWR worked day and night to evaluate the data collected from over 61,000 schools in order to confirm the award. This Guinness recognition will further fuel the efforts of the state education department to strengthen the Andhra model of public education, ensuring quality and equitable education for all," said B Srinivasa Rao, State Project Director, Samagra Shiksha Andhra Pradesh.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
You can stay in a converted train carriage at a Victorian railway station that's ‘better than a five star hotel'
ANYONE who loves a unique Airbnb stay needs to check out this converted Victorian train carriage. Found in Saddleworth, Manchester, is a 1895 GWR carriage that's been restored outside an old railway station and, according to guests, is just as good as five-star hotels. 5 This refurbished train carriage is in Saddleworth, Manchester Credit: Airbnb 5 The converted Airbnb is outside an old railway station Credit: Airbnb The Airbnb in question is called 'The Carriage at The Old Station' and has room for two guests. Inside is a bedroom and living space, kitchenette and bathroom. The blended bedroom and living space has been fitted with bright pink carpets and curtains, the panelled ceiling is white and blue and there are Victorian style lights and wallpaper. Guests can sleep on the double bed, and in the daytime there are two bright blue bucket chairs to sit on. The kitchenette is kitted out with a toaster, kettle, teapot, mini fridge and there's a radio for a singalong too. There's air conditioning for the hot summers, and when it reaches the chilly months, there's a working log burner. For entertainment there's a television and plenty of board games. The carriage has been open to guests for just under a year according to the Airbnb website. Most read in News Travel It has 53 sparkling reviews so far and is a 'guest favourite' in the top five per cent of eligible listings. One visitor even wrote on their review: 'We regularly stay in five-star locations and this surpassed five-star easily! We highly recommend a stay here.' I stayed in London's coolest hotel room - with racing simulators, cocktail bar AND you can take the dressing gowns home 5 There's a dinky kitchenette but it's close to local restaurants and pubs Credit: Airbnb 5 Guests have compared it to a five-star hotel Credit: Airbnb Another added: "Outstanding and quirky. Exactly the peaceful break we hoped for - the detail invested in restoring the carriage is remarkable." The Airbnb host, Nigel Brooke, renovated the carriage himself and lives in the adjoining railway station. He revealed plans to extend his Airbnb and create a space for guests in the Near to the Airbnb is the world record-holding pub called Old Bell Inn which has the most amount of gin available to customers - over 1,100. The carriage is close to the Diggle Canal so it's a great place for a leisurely stroll before grabbing a pint (or gin), and heading back for the night. It's also a 10-minute drive to For anyone who wants to stay, Read more on the Irish Sun Plus, the And here are 5 You can stay in the converted train carriage from £200 per night Credit: William Lailey/SWNS
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Scottish Sun
You can stay in a converted train carriage at a Victorian railway station that's ‘better than a five star hotel'
Nearby is a record-breaking pub that has over a THOUSAND gins SLEEPER TRAIN You can stay in a converted train carriage at a Victorian railway station that's 'better than a five star hotel' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ANYONE who loves a unique Airbnb stay needs to check out this converted Victorian train carriage. Found in Saddleworth, Manchester, is a 1895 GWR carriage that's been restored outside an old railway station and, according to guests, is just as good as five-star hotels. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 This refurbished train carriage is in Saddleworth, Manchester Credit: Airbnb 5 The converted Airbnb is outside an old railway station Credit: Airbnb The Airbnb in question is called 'The Carriage at The Old Station' and has room for two guests. Inside is a bedroom and living space, kitchenette and bathroom. The blended bedroom and living space has been fitted with bright pink carpets and curtains, the panelled ceiling is white and blue and there are Victorian style lights and wallpaper. Guests can sleep on the double bed, and in the daytime there are two bright blue bucket chairs to sit on. The kitchenette is kitted out with a toaster, kettle, teapot, mini fridge and there's a radio for a singalong too. There's air conditioning for the hot summers, and when it reaches the chilly months, there's a working log burner. For entertainment there's a television and plenty of board games. The carriage has been open to guests for just under a year according to the Airbnb website. It has 53 sparkling reviews so far and is a 'guest favourite' in the top five per cent of eligible listings. One visitor even wrote on their review: 'We regularly stay in five-star locations and this surpassed five-star easily! We highly recommend a stay here.' I stayed in London's coolest hotel room - with racing simulators, cocktail bar AND you can take the dressing gowns home 5 There's a dinky kitchenette but it's close to local restaurants and pubs Credit: Airbnb 5 Guests have compared it to a five-star hotel Credit: Airbnb Another added: "Outstanding and quirky. Exactly the peaceful break we hoped for - the detail invested in restoring the carriage is remarkable." The Airbnb host, Nigel Brooke, renovated the carriage himself and lives in the adjoining railway station. He revealed plans to extend his Airbnb and create a space for guests in the station's former waiting room. Near to the Airbnb is the world record-holding pub called Old Bell Inn which has the most amount of gin available to customers - over 1,100. The carriage is close to the Diggle Canal so it's a great place for a leisurely stroll before grabbing a pint (or gin), and heading back for the night. It's also a 10-minute drive to Peak District National Park. For anyone who wants to stay, you can book from £200 per night (including the Airbnb service fee). Plus, the new train journey with private booths, free cocktails & sea views to launch in world's cheapest holiday destination. And here are Tripadvisor's best UK hotels revealed – including a huge ship, old train station, safari park and a prison.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Train disruption expected due to crew shortages
Train passengers in the West of England have been warned to expect disruption on the railways on Sunday due to "crew availability". Great Western Railway (GWR) said fewer trains would run on a number of routes and that those that do run are likely to be busier. Those travelling between Bristol Temple Meads and Gloucester or Bristol Temple Meads and Taunton should check their journeys before they travel. Service between Westbury and Portsmouth or Weymouth may also be cancelled, and also those between Reading and Gatwick and Reading and Basingstoke. More news stories for Bristol Watch the latest Points West Listen to the latest news for Bristol GWR apologised for the disruption and said it would run a limited rail replacement bus service "where possible", along some of the routes affected. The company added that due to the complexity of updating timetable systems, journey planning apps are unlikely to show the changes until Sunday morning. Those who have already booked a ticket but decide not to travel can claim a full refund from the GWR website. Follow BBC Bristol on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. More on this story GWR battery-powered trains could be used in future Railway visionary honoured with GWR train naming Railway staff walk 114 miles overnight for charity Related internet links GWR
BBC News
3 days ago
- BBC News
Train disruption expected by GWR due to crew shortages
Train passengers in the West of England have been warned to expect disruption on the railways on Sunday due to "crew availability".Great Western Railway (GWR) said fewer trains would run on a number of routes and that those that do run are likely to be travelling between Bristol Temple Meads and Gloucester or Bristol Temple Meads and Taunton should check their journeys before they between Westbury and Portsmouth or Weymouth may also be cancelled, and also those between Reading and Gatwick and Reading and Basingstoke. GWR apologised for the disruption and said it would run a limited rail replacement bus service "where possible", along some of the routes company added that due to the complexity of updating timetable systems, journey planning apps are unlikely to show the changes until Sunday who have already booked a ticket but decide not to travel can claim a full refund from the GWR website.
