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The Hindu
13 hours ago
- Climate
- The Hindu
Red alert: Holiday declared for schools in Kodagu
In view of the red alert issued in Kodagu district over a forecast of heavy rainfall, Deputy Commissioner Venkat Raja has announced a holiday on Friday for anganwadis, primary and high schools and pre-university colleges in the district. However, the II PU supplementary examination-3 will be conducted as scheduled. Students and parents are advised to stay alert and follow safety precautions with the district recording heavy downpour for the past few days.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Shortage of principals and lecturers affects govt PU colleges in Raichur
Raichur: Govt pre-university colleges in Raichur district are experiencing a severe shortage of permanent principals and lecturers, leading to heavy reliance on guest faculty. At present, out of 43 govt colleges, only four have permanent principals, and there is uncertainty regarding the appointment to the remaining posts this year. The teaching staff includes 221 permanent teachers, along with 141 guest lecturers. As regular sessions are set to begin on June 2, concerns about educational quality are increasing among students and their parents. The persistent shortage of permanent teaching staff, previously affecting primary, senior, and high schools in the district, has now spread to govt pre-university colleges. "This situation is prompting parents to explore private educational options. Yet, unable to meet the high costs associated with private colleges, disadvantaged students encounter a scenario where they are limited to the amenities offered by govt institutions. They are compelled to carry on with their education in the face of shortages, and these issues are impeding their dreams of educational progress," said Mallikarjun Dinni, a parent from the Siya Talab area. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo According to DDPU Kottur Basappa, govt pre-university colleges in the district have been struggling with a shortage of permanent principals for many years. "The recruitment process was completed just a week ago, and counselling sessions for 21 individuals were held. Among these, six are assured of their positions as principals in the district, while the remaining candidates are doubtful," he said. He noted that newly appointed principals from other districts typically complete their two-year probation before returning to their home districts, creating fresh vacancies. P arents expressed concern that the district will face difficulties as govt continues to postpone recruitment for vacant positions. Resolution of these vacancies appears unlikely this year. As the academic year begins on June 2, concerns about educational standards continue to grow. The district's educational difficulties are affecting academic performance. PU teaching relies heavily on guest lecturers. Additionally, acting principals show reluctance in taking additional responsibilities for institutional enhancement, compromising educational quality. This administrative neglect is evident in the II PU results. Following the II PU results announced on April 8, the district maintains its 30th position in state rankings. The district retained this position after the 2024 results, achieving a 58.7 pass percentage. Parents voice their disappointment, noting that despite the ongoing crisis in PU education within the district, authorities concerned and elected representatives have turned a blind eye.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
II PU exam-2: 31% pass; 41k improve scores
Bengaluru: In the II PU exam-2 held in April-May to primarily help students bump up scores in their preferred subjects, 31.3% students have passed, taking the overall pass percentage in PU exams — both exams combined — to 78%. Of nearly 6.9 lakh students who appeared for exam-1, more than 4.7 lakh had passed, and 60,000 of over 1.9 lakh in exam-2. Among 1.5 lakh freshers, some 54,168 students (or 35.3%) passed. For freshers, the combined pass percentage now stands at 82%. The exam-2 results were announced on Friday. "A large number of students registered for the exam as fee waivers had been announced. As remedial teaching was provided to these students, there was progress in the result," said a release from Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board . As many as 71,964 students appeared for the exam to improve their scores. Of these, 41,719 students got higher marks. Most students who took the exam for better scores are from science stream, wanting to improve their CET ranking. No. of students in exam-1 Total appeared - 6.9 lakh No. of students passed - 4.7 lakh No. of students in exam-2 Total appeared - 1.9 lakh No. of freshers appeared - 1.5 lakh No. of freshers passed - 54,168 Pass percentage of freshers - 35.3% Subject ——— Total no. of students ——— No. of students with better scores Physics - 46,200 - 26,518 Chemistry - 44,947 - 31,974 Maths - 45,297 - 25,477 Biology - 20,310 — 9,492 English - 21,729 - 6,937 Kannada - 4,243 — 783 Results of not completed students (in pass %) - pass percentage of students who failed in exam - 1 - Arts — 28.43 - Commerce — 41.29 - Science — 38.35 - Total — 35.26 Candidates for exam-2 - Boys—34.3 - Girls—36.4 Total results of all students - Not completed in exam-1 — 35.3% - Failed repeater students prior to 2025 — 16.2% - Students who appeared as private candidates due to shortage of attendance — 7% Box II PU-3 exam The third and last in the series -- Exam-3 -- will be held from June 9 to 20. There is no exam fee for students to register, except for students seeking to take the exam again for improvement and for private candidates. Students can register for the exam until May 26.
The Hindu
16-05-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
II PU exam-2: Science stream students see improvement in marks
The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) announced II PU exam 2 results on Friday, and the pass percentage stood at 31.27%. In 2024, the pass percentage in exam-2 was 35.25%. This year, a total of 1,94,077 appeared for the exams, of which 60,692 managed to clear them. Of the 71,964 registered for exam-2 to improve their scores, as many as 41,719 saw an improvement in marks. As many as 1,628 have not seen any changes in the marks scored in exam-1. Among the students who wrote the II PU annual exam-2, a large number of students from the Science stream scored good marks in physics, chemistry, mathematics and biology subjects. According to the subject-wise data, the highest registration was for physics with 46,270, of which 26,518 managed to improve their marks, followed by 45,297 in mathematics, wherein 25,477 have seen improvement. In chemistry, 44,947 appeared and 31,974 got gradual improvements. In biology, among 20,310 who appeared for the exam, a total of 9,492 students got improved scores. The number of students registered for english subjects to improve the marks was 21,724, and a total of 6,937 managed to improve their marks. 'As these marks will be counted for the CET ranking. Several Science students appeared for exam-2 to get a good ranking in CET,' said a senior official of the KSEAB. Even in exam-2, girls outperformed boys with a 36.38% pass percentage against 34.34% of boys. The stream-wise pass percentage of students stood at 25.38% in Arts, 35.74.% in Commerce and 35.14% in Science. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah congratulated the students who have managed to pass exam-2 and also those who improved their marks by appearing in the second exam. 'I congratulate the 60,692 students who passed exam-2 and 41,719 improved their marks. I also advise those who were unable to clear both the exams to not get disappointed, and register for exam-3 without paying any fees,' Mr. Siddaramaiah tweeted on the social media platform 'X'. Scanned copy The last date of application for the scanned copy of the answer script is May 22 and the last date of application for the revaluation and re-totalling is between May 21 to May 25. Students can download the scanned copies of answer scripts between May 20 to 24. Exam-3 from June 9 The KSEAB has scheduled to conduct the II PU exam-3 from June 9 to June 20.
The Hindu
08-05-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Building free houses for poor students: Udupi's Yakshagana Kalaranga shows the way
: A II PU student Thulasi who lost her parents sometime ago was in mixed mood when Yakshagana Kalaranga of Udupi got her a new house built for free, through a donor, about two months ago. The house built in about three months at her native place Aadrugoli near Kirimanjeshwara in Udupi district was opened on March 3. It was the 66th free house built by the Kalaranga for poor students in the district. In all, 70 free houses were got built since the Kalaranga launched the free housing project in 2012 for poor students enrolled under its Vidyaposhak initiative. All the houses were built through donors. The 70th house built for pre-university student M. N. Varada of Golihole, near Byndoor, was inaugurated on May 2. 'Another 20 houses are in the pipeline. Of them, 10 houses will be built by June 15,' Murali Kadekar, secretary of the Kalaranga, told The Hindu. Promoting education, Yakshagana The Kalaranga is an organisation dedicated to the promotion of Yakshagana and education. Its Vidyaposhak initiative launched in 2005 provides students facilities like scholarships, textbooks, book-bank scheme, health check-up and medical facilities, and free coaching for meritorious students from economically weaker families. Students, mainly from Kannada medium, securing 80% and above in Class 10 and residing in Udupi district are eligible to apply for the scholarship. Construction of houses for Vidyaposhak students who live in dilapidated/thatch-roofed houses without any amenities is a humanitarian support extended by the Kalaranga. Mr. Kadekar said that a team of volunteers of Kalaranga visited the houses of applicants to assess the need for scholarships. While doing so they identified the need for houses for students. M. Gangadhar Rao, president of Kalaranga, said that the organisation had got two types of housing models, single bedroom and double bedroom. The houses were built based on the need of students. Each house is built through a donor. Donors from middle class 'A majority of donors are from the middle class and are those who have experienced the pains of poverty in their lifetime. Such donors connect to the needs of poor families easily,' Mr. Rao said, adding that a temple priest in Udupi too donated his savings for building a house. The construction cost varied from a minimum of ₹4 lakh to a maximum of ₹7 lakh, Mr. Kadekar said, adding that all the houses had tile roofs and the built-up area of each house varied from 450 sq ft to 500 sq ft. Kalaranga provided a table and two chairs to each house. 'A majority of houses have been built for girl students as donors opt for building houses to girls facing housing issues,' Mr. Rao said. Thulasi, a II PU student, said, 'My family lost the house in heavy winds and rains in 2017. Later, we were living in a small room. Now, I live with my grandmother and sister in the new house built by Kalaranga. It is of great help. I don't have words to explain my happiness.'
