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Hans India
4 days ago
- Science
- Hans India
OU, ISRO unite to celebrate National Space Day 2025
Hyderabad: The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at the University College of Engineering, Osmania University, in collaboration with the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), ISRO, today hosted 'National Space Day 2025'. The event, held at the ECE Department premises, brought together students, faculty, and prominent figures from the space science community. Dr K Chandrashekhar, Group Director of PPEG at NRSC, ISRO, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while Dr Gopalakrishna, Group Head of TEOG at NRSC, ISRO, served as the Guest of Honour. Distinguished participants included Professor Krishnaiah, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at Osmania University; Professor P Naveen Kumar, Convener and Head of the Department of ECE; and Dr R Srinivas, Head of SPOD at NRSC, ISRO. In his keynote address, Dr Chandrashekhar underscored the pivotal role of ISRO's space activities and the transformative applications of satellite data. He expounded on the significance of celebrating National Space Day 2025, providing an overview of ISRO's remarkable achievements and ambitious future missions. Dr Chandrashekhar particularly highlighted the diverse career opportunities available at ISRO, encouraging students to consider pursuing roles within the nation's premier space organisation. Dr Gopalakrishna elaborated on ISRO's numerous accomplished missions and offered insights into upcoming missions and related technological advancements. Professor Krishnaiah emphasised the critical importance of research and development (R&D) activities in Space Science Technologies, motivating students to deepen their engagement with STEM fields. Professor P Naveen Kumar highlighted the significant contributions of the ECE Department at Osmania University to space technologies and its collaborations with ISRO centres. He urged students to capitalise on the opportunities and resources offered by ISRO for their career development and future endeavours. Dr R Srinivas emphasised the importance of the Chandrayaan missions, particularly ISRO's historic achievement of Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the lunar south pole. He also briefed the audience on other landmark accomplishments, including Mangalyaan, Aditya-L1, and the unprecedented launch of 104 satellites simultaneously using PSLV C37. As part of the National Space Day celebrations, various competitions were held on July 22nd, with prizes awarded during today's inaugural program.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
From Assam's agony to Andhra's harvest: The quiet legacy of M Gopalakrishna
Hyderabad: In the storm-lashed spring of 1982, as Assam grappled with violent agitations and boycott calls over illegal immigration and flawed electoral rolls, democracy hung by a thread. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It was then that M Gopalakrishna, a calm, resolute IAS officer of the 1962 batch, was called upon to do the impossible—conduct elections in a state that had stopped believing in the vote. Recalled as Home Commissioner under President's Rule, MGK faced near-total non-cooperation, threats to officials, and a volatile public mood. With quiet discretion, he mobilised 400 IAS probationers and 500 officials from Bihar, completing polling against all odds. The election, later marred by the tragic Nellie massacre, drew criticism as a "sham," but Gopalakrishna stood by the constitutional necessity of his mission, drawing strength from the Bhagavad Gita: "to perform one's duty with excellence and detachment. " As history unfolded in Assam, a peaceful political storm was brewing in his home state during the same 1982. N T Rama Rao had launched a populist revolution in Andhra Pradesh, promising prosperity for farmers. When MGK returned to AP in 1983, NTR as chief minister handpicked him to head the Godavari Fertilisers project—a cornerstone in his rural vision. What followed was another quiet revolution. MGK's leadership turned GFCL into a model of innovation and efficiency: from pioneering India's first stainless steel tankers to launching farmer-friendly marketing and commissioning the DAP plant ahead of schedule. His promise to dedicate the first fertiliser bag at Tirumala was fulfilled, as was his mother's vision—to serve farmers and feed a growing nation. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now From the chaos of Assam to the granaries of Andhra, Gopalakrishna's journey was not of noise, but of nation-building. The foundation of democracy lies not just in clean electoral rolls, but in the trust and participation of the people. History reminds us — as in Assam 1982 — that when citizens feel unheard or excluded, the legitimacy of elections is questioned. The effort of officers like M Gopalkrishna showed that administrative will can restore order, but not without risks of alienating the public. His story reminds us what duty, done well and with integrity, can still mean. Today, in Bihar, while cleansing voter rolls is vital, it must not come at the cost of transparency, consultation, and fairness. Democracy is strongest when the system listens — not just acts.
Hans India
21-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Health min concerned over surge in lifestyle diseases
Guntur: Ministerfor medical, health and family welfare Y Satya Kumar Yadav said about 4.9 crore people have been screened under NCD Survey 3.0, with 40-lakh diabetic cases and 30 lakh hypertensive cases detected. He announced that AI-driven predictive analytics is being leveraged for preventive health planning and resource allocation. He highlighted the alarming rise in non-communicable diseases like cancer, diabetes, and hypertension due to lifestyle changes and poor diet. The minister addressed the Arogya Bharati Paratha Abhyasa Varg held at Hindu College of Pharmacy at Amaravati Road here on Sunday. Speaking on this occasion, he expressed serious concern over antimicrobial resistance, citing global studies predicting 4 crore deaths due to AMR by 2050. He emphasised investment in Ayush systems like Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Siddha, and Naturopathy with Rs 1,000 crore proposals submitted for Ayush infrastructure in AP He called for increased screening for cancers (breast, cervical, oral) and encouraged greater reliance on herbal medicines and FPO-linked herbal value chains Satya Kumar Yadav shared inspiring stories of professionals like Dr Gopalakrishna who set an example by contributing selflessly to public healthcare and added that good health is not just a government responsibility, it is a shared national mission. He said Arogya Bharati is building not just wellness, but a healthy and self-reliant Bharat and lauded Arogya Bharati's nationwide presence, now active 95 per cent of districts and working up to block level with over 877 district-level volunteers. He praised its School Health Programme, Ayur-AI initiative, and vision to promote healthy lifestyle and holistic health.
The Hindu
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Bannada veshadhari' of Yakshagana Siddakatte Sadashiva Shettigar passes away
: Popular and senior Yakshagana artist Siddakatte Sadashiva Shettigar passed away at a hospital in the city on Sunday, July 20. He was 60 and is survived by wife, two sons and a daughter. Shettigar was ailing for sometime. Shettigar, a popular 'bannada veshadhari' of Tenkuthittu school of Yakshagana, had performed in various Yakshagana 'meals' (touring troupes) for nearly four decades. He lived at Hokkadigoli, near Siddakatte in Bantwal taluk of Dakshina Kannada. Shettigar had performed in Yakshagana melas of Kateel, Dharmasthala, Hosanagara, Edneer and Hanumagiri. He toured last in Hanumagiri mela before announcing his retirement recently. P. Dayananda Pai and P. Satish Pai Yakshagana Adhyayana Kendra at Mangalore University had presented its Yakshamangala Award to Shettigar a few days ago. He was the recipient of Udupi Yakshagana Kalaranga award, Sri Rama Vitala award, Kateel Gopalakrishna Asranna award and Keelaru Gopalakrishna award. Shettigar had his own fan following for performing the roles of Mahishasura, Tarakasura, Yama, Ravana, Kumbhakarna, Mairavana, Shurpanakha, Varaha, Matsyagandha, Rudra Bheema, Veerabhadra, Tataki and the like.
Hans India
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Overflowing Drains, Mosquito Menace: BJP Flags Neglect in Jogulamba Gadwal Village
Gadwal: A major sanitation crisis has been brought to light in TT Doddi village under Aija Mandal, Jogulamba Gadwal district. The visit, led by BJP Mandal President Gopalakrishna, exposed severe issues such as clogged drainage systems, stagnant wastewater, and unbearable stench—all of which are causing distress to local residents, especially school children. Speaking during the inspection, BJP's former District President Ramachandra Reddy expressed serious concern over the deteriorated state of hygiene in the village. He observed that silt-filled drains and blocked canals were causing wastewater to overflow onto the roads, turning them into breeding grounds for mosquitoes and sources of foul odors. He noted that a government school is located adjacent to this unsanitary area, putting the health and comfort of school children at significant risk. Reddy accused the current state government of neglecting Panchayati Raj governance and failing to empower village-level administrations. 'The Panchayati Raj Act has been completely ignored in Telangana. As a result, welfare schemes and development programs are not reaching rural populations effectively,' he stated. The BJP leaders stressed that villages across the state are facing similar sanitation and development challenges due to administrative apathy. They called for the immediate conduct of local body elections, stating that only elected local representatives can ensure proper governance and cleanliness in villages. Without timely elections, they warned, rural citizens would continue to suffer from these avoidable hardships. The visit concluded with a public appeal demanding swift governmental intervention and the restoration of basic civic amenities in TT Doddi. Those present at the program included Gadwal contested MLA Balgera Shiva Reddy, Pradeep Swamy, Narasanna Goud, Shashi Kumar, Giddanna, Gopalu, Shankaram, and numerous village residents. Key Demands: Immediate clearance and repair of village drainage systems Action to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds Timely conduct of local body elections Effective implementation of sanitation and development programs at the village level. The call for action reflects growing discontent among rural communities over government inaction and highlights the urgent need for infrastructural reforms in Telangana's villages.
