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Time of India
a day ago
- Health
- Time of India
ESI hospital to get infra upgrade at Rs 19 crore
Margao: The Employee State Insurance (ESI) hospital in Margao is set for a major transformation with a Rs 19 crore infrastructure upgrade and the introduction of dedicated bus services. Labour minister Atanasio 'Babush' Monserrate's written reply in the recently-concluded legislative assembly session stated that a proposal for special repairs estimated to cost Rs 19 crore has been sent to ESI Corporation headquarters in New Delhi for technical sanction. The modernisation plan comes as the hospital, inaugurated in March 2014, continues to operate well below capacity despite serving over 2.1 lakh registered ESI beneficiaries across Goa. Further, govt has fast-tracked the recruitment of specialist doctors to fill vacancies. 'Filling of junior radiologist and four insurance medical officers on a regular basis is in process,' said the minister while responding to questions raised by Curtorim MLA Aleixo Lourenco. The recruitment drive also includes filling positions for junior ENT surgeon and junior chest specialist (pulmonary medicine) on a part-time basis. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Currently, the hospital employs 147 personnel in medical and non-medical departments but faces challenges due to single specialist doctors in respective departments, leading to restricted patient admissions, the minister stated. In yet another measure to optimise hospital utilisation, govt has requested Kadamba Transport Corporation Limited (KTC) to start the 'Amchi Bus' service connecting KTC bus stand in Margao directly to the ESI hospital. 'Insured persons referred from ESI dispensaries located in North Goa hesitate to travel to Margao for treatment due to the availability of govt medical facilities in the district hospital and Goa Medical College,' the minister said. A Hospital Improvement Committee has been constituted under the chairmanship of Bicholim MLA Chandrakant Shetye, along with expert doctors, to explore ways to improve facilities and maximise utilisation of available services. Shetye earlier said that the hospital's occupancy stood at just 26%, despite having 56 commissioned beds. The hospital has also established tie-ups with private medical laboratories for specific pathology services not available in-house. 'Our primary objective is to bring ESI into 'active mode' to significantly reduce the patient load at South Goa district hospital, Margao, and GMC,' Shetye said during a review meeting in June. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Revenue of KTC Smart City e-buses stands 1.5 crore lower than projected
Porvorim: Kadamba Transport Corporation (KTC) has reported a significant revenue shortfall from its Smart City electric bus operations in Panaji. Against the projected revenue of Rs 3.4 crore for the fiscal year 2024-25, the actual earnings between July 2024 and March 2025 stood at approximately Rs 1.9 crore. The revenue gap is Rs 1.5 crore. Minister for transport Mauvin Godinho said, 'The shortfall in revenue is primarily attributed to the continued operation of private bus operators providing city bus services in Panaji, which has impacted the ridership on Smart City electric buses.' Godinho was replying to a question tabled by MLA Viresh Borkar. A total of 48 Smart City EVs are currently operating in Panaji and the surrounding areas. These buses ply on seven designated routes: yellow, red, indigo, blue, green, orange, and violet. In all, 18 lakh passengers travelled by these electric buses from July 2024 to March 2025, covering 11 lakh km in this duration. 'The concept of Smart City buses was to operate without conductors, for which pole-mounted validators were fixed for tapping the Smart Transit Card or validating the QR code generated on an app,' Godinho said. 'However, commuters were hesitant to use Smart City buses, adapting to the new system,' he said. The minister reiterated that private bus operations further impacted the ridership numbers.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Gaming monitor with 'crazy visuals' is 'outstanding value for money' after £70 price cut
One customer rated the monitor's speed and functionality 10/10 and labelled it the "best purchase ever" Gaming is a huge pastime for people and every gamer needs a good set-up - whether that be a top notch gaming chair or a high quality monitor. After all, players need to see every obstacle that is coming their way. Luckily, Amazon has swooped in with a limited time offer of nearly 30 per cent off a much-loved gaming monitor. The KTC 27 Inch 240Hz Curved Gaming Monitor has "perfect picture quality" and is "outstanding value for money," according to satisfied customers. The monitor is currently £199.99 - down from £269.99. That is a whopping 26 per cent off the original price and is a saving of £70. "See every detail in stunning clarity" with this 240hz gaming monitor that "eliminates screen tearing" for a truly satisfying and immersive gaming experience. This delivers vibrant colours and razor-sharp clarity. What's more, the 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor features a curvature radius of 1000 millimetres that closely mimics the natural shape of your eyes, working to reduce distortion and provide a wider field of view. With 2K high resolution, the 27 inch 1440P computer monitor released "unparalleled picture quality" and "breath-taking" sharpness, alongside a "cutting-edge" QHD display and QHD 2560x1440 pixels ultrawide screen. Want to see colours come to life? The monitor boasts a 124 per cent High Color Gamut and 178° wide viewing angle as well as a pre-set sRGB with colour calibration technology, ensuring that images and graphics appear "as vibrant and authentic as possible". Are you a parent worried about your children's eyes? Or a gaming-enthusiast adult who wants to protect your peepers? The monitor is fitted with anti-blue light technology - a nifty addition to an already stellar product. If you want to shop around before committing, this Samsung Odyssey G5 32 Inch 165Hz QHD Gaming Monitor is down £30 on Argos - not as big as a saving as its Amazon counterpart, but decent all the same. The monitor, with 1000R curvature Vivid scenes, QHD 2560x1440 resolution that boasts "incredibly detailed, pin-sharp images," and DR10 that "brings game scenes to life," is down from £219 to £189. Elsewhere, this MSI MAG 27C6X Full HD 27" Curved VA LCD Monitor is £169 at Currys. With Full HD resolution, just 1 ms response time and Adaptive-Sync, as well as a 250 Hz refresh rate, this could be more up your street. If you prefer the original Amazon monitor, then you're in good company. The product enjoys a stellar 4.4 rating on Amazon and the positive reviews have come in thick and fast. One consumer gushed: "It's really worth the money and is really big compared to the old monitor I was using. It's so much better and the visuals are crazy. No sound but it's all good as I usually have a speaker. "Adjustments are easy to figure out as my eyes are a bit sensitive but its really good. Speed and functionality are all 10/10. Best purchase ever. Was second guessing buying as it's a bit pricey but you get what you pay for." Another raved: "Great screen for the money, bright colours, fast frame rate, large enough for what I need and was delivered very quickly. On the whole, very happy." A third agreed: "The picture clarity is impressive, providing vibrant colours and sharp details that enhance my gaming experience. The 170Hz refresh rate makes for smooth gameplay, reducing motion blur during fast-paced action." However, the build quality received mixed feedback, with some praising its construction while others found it poor. "I was genuinely impressed with this monitor," one customer conceded. "I didn't expect much due to it's price but needed a cheap monitor and it blew away my expectations. It's bright and sharp (not many 24" at 1440p). "Colours are a bit overcooked but they are vibrant. Build quality is lacking but for the price I expected it to be. Backlight bleed is fine. Overall if you need a cheap but above average monitor I can recommend." Another shared: "Pretty great 1440p 24" monitor, but with flaws. The 185 Hz refresh rate feels smooth, and the brightness is impressive at around 560 nits. The 122 PPI is a decent increase from the 109 PPI of a 27" 1440p display. "I'm giving it 3/5 stars due to the matte coating, which is quite visible on white backgrounds, and because my unit had coil whine that was audible and annoying." A third said: "I've noticed that both monitors have a single dead pixel each... I find these dead pixels quite distracting and frustrating. They're affecting my focus, especially when working with high-resolution code and graphics." In any case, the Gaming Monitor is available at this price on Amazon for a short time only so if you fancy snapping it up, you need to be quick.
Daily Express
7 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Petronas study awards for 100 top Sabah students
Published on: Tuesday, August 05, 2025 Published on: Tue, Aug 05, 2025 Text Size: Kadzim together Bacho and other invited guests posing for a photograph with recipients Kota Kinabalu: Petronas announced it has awarded more than 100 outstanding students from Sabah total sponsorship amounting to RM28 million under its Powering Knowledge programme. The 2024 SPM school leavers from diverse backgrounds received full sponsorships to pursue studies in chemical engineering, petroleum engineering, mechanical engineering, marketing and other relevant courses at Universiti Teknologi Petronas as well as top local and international institutions in the UK, Australia, Japan and South Korea. The selection process was conducted rigorously from nearly 9,000 applications nationwide, based on academic excellence, leadership potential and active involvement in extracurricular activities. The sponsorship award ceremony was officiated by Speaker Datuk Seri Kadzim M Yahya, representing Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, accompanied by Petronas Senior Vice President of Malaysia Petroleum Management, Datuk Bacho Pilong. Hajiji thanked the national oil corporation for its continued commitment to developing human capital in Sabah through quality education and skills training programmes. 'The State Government, through the Sabah Maju Jaya 1.0 Development Plan, places strong emphasis on human capital development. Advertisement 'I am confident that by investing in education and empowerment of Sabah's youth, Petronas is helping to lay the foundation for a more resilient, competitive, and inclusive future for the state. Through this continued effort, we are witnessing more Sabahan youths entering the skilled sector, thereby helping the development of the State.' The ceremony also honoured 20 new recipients of sponsorships for the Malaysian Skills Diploma programme in Industrial Instrumentation and Control at the Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC). The event witnessed the official awarding of the Code of Practice for TVET Programme Accreditation (COPTPA) from the Department of Skills Development to KTC for its diploma programme. This recognition affirms that the skills training provided by KTC meets national standards and industry requirements. Minor scholarships were awarded to another 29 secondary school students in Sabah for the 2025/2026 session, bringing the total number of recipients this year to 40. Since its introduction in 2023 through a collaboration between Petronas Floating LNG, the Sabah State Education Department and Yayasan Sabah, some 120 students have benefited from the initiative. Bacho expressed pride in seeing the state's younger generation move forward with confidence and receive recognition for their efforts and achievements. "Petronas believes education is the most valuable investment. It shapes minds, builds character, and paves the way towards a better future.' Since 1975, more than 40,000 students nationwide received Petronas education sponsorships.
Borneo Post
04-08-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Petronas allocates RM28 million to sponsor outstanding Sabah students
Petronas education sponsorship recipients commemorate a historic moment with distinguished guests following the sponsorship presentation ceremony in Kota Kinabalu. KOTA KINABALU (Aug 4): Petronas today awarded education sponsorships to more than 100 outstanding students from Sabah, with total sponsorship amounting to RM28 million under its Powering Knowledge programme. These 2024 SPM school leavers, who come from diverse backgrounds, received full sponsorships to pursue studies in fields such as chemical engineering, petroleum engineering, mechanical engineering, marketing and other relevant courses at Universiti Teknologi Petronas as well as top local and international institutions in the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan and South Korea. The selection process was conducted rigorously from nearly 9,000 applications nationwide, based on academic excellence, leadership potential and active involvement in extracurricular activities. The sponsorship award ceremony was officiated by Sabah State Assembly Speaker Datuk Seri Panglima Kadzim M Yahya, representing Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor, accompanied by Petronas Senior Vice President of Malaysia Petroleum Management, Datuk Ir Bacho Pilong. In his speech, Hajiji expressed his gratitude and congratulations to Petronas for its continued commitment to developing human capital in Sabah through quality education and skills training programmes. 'The State Government, through the Sabah Maju Jaya 1.0 Development Plan, places strong emphasis on human capital development. I am confident that by investing in the education and empowerment of Sabah's youth, Petronas is helping to lay the foundation for a more resilient, competitive, and inclusive future for the state. Through this continued effort, we are witnessing more Sabahan youths entering the skilled sector, thereby helping the development of the state,' he said. In addition to the undergraduate education sponsorships, the ceremony also honoured 20 new recipients of sponsorships for the Malaysian Skills Diploma programme in Industrial Instrumentation and Control at the Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC). The event also witnessed the official awarding of the Code of Practice for TVET Programme Accreditation (COPTPA) from the Department of Skills Development to KTC for its diploma programme. This recognition affirms that the skills training provided by KTC meets national standards and industry requirements. Petronas also awarded minor scholarships to another 29 secondary school students in Sabah for the 2025/2026 session, bringing the total number of recipients this year to 40. Since its introduction in 2023 through a collaboration between Petronas Floating LNG, the Sabah State Education Department, and Yayasan Sabah, some 120 students have benefited from the initiative. As a native of Sabah, Bacho expressed pride in seeing the state's younger generation move forward with confidence and receive recognition for their efforts and achievements. 'Petronas believes that education is the most valuable investment. It shapes minds, builds character, and paves the way towards a better future. Petronas is committed to continuing its support for Sabah's aspirations in building an inclusive and sustainable future,' he said. Since 1975, more than 40,000 students nationwide have received Petronas education sponsorships. In Sabah, Petronas actively implements various educational and skills training initiatives to expand access to quality education and to build the capacity of a competitive local workforce. Petronas will continue to work hand-in-hand with the Sabah State Government and other strategic partners to drive human capital development for a more prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable future for the state.
