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Time of India
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Minister hands over 10L cheque to deceased's kin
Kottayam: Minister V N Vasavan on Friday handed over a cheque of Rs 10 lakh to the family of D Bindu, the Thalayolaparambu native who was killed after a portion of a building collapsed at Kottayam medical college hospital (MCH) last month. Vasavan, who visited Bindu's house on Friday afternoon, handed over the cheque to Bindu's husband K Visruthan, mother Seethamma and son Navneet. The govt had earlier provided Rs 50,000 as emergency aid following Bindu's death. Vasavan said the govt stands with the family and that it has provided all the necessary assistance for the treatment of her daughter Navami. Besides, the devaswom board has decided to give a job to her son as per the recommendation of the cabinet. He will be appointed to the job as soon as the application is received. Under the leadership of National Service Scheme units in the colleges under MG University, the construction of the family's house will begin on Saturday, he informed. Meanwhile, Visruthan and Seethamma said they are very satisfied with the support and assistance of the govt. TNN 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. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
The Hindu
21 hours ago
- General
- The Hindu
Dry waste management: Innovative GPs in Mandya to get ‘challenge fund'
Mandya Zilla Panchayat (ZP) Chief Executive Officer K.R. Nandini on Friday announced that a 'challenge fund' would be awarded to Gram Panchayats that excel in the collection and management of dry waste. She was speaking at a special National Service Scheme (NSS) camp organised for second-year Agriculture students at Chikkaballi–Anasosalu village in the district. The NSS unit of the University of Agricultural Sciences, Mandya, and the Agriculture College, VC Farm, had organised the camp. As part of the programme, cloth bags and saplings were distributed to villagers. Ms. Nandini emphasised that agriculture is the backbone of the nation, and a majority of the population in Mandya district depends on it for their livelihood. 'Agriculture students must identify and understand the core issues facing the sector, particularly in rural areas. Most of us come from farming families, and it's essential to grasp the ground realities.' She noted that many families are currently facing challenges in agriculture. 'Research and education in agriculture should not remain confined to textbooks. The knowledge gained in universities must help to resolve these problems,' she stressed. Highlighting the importance of sanitation, she said, 'Cleanliness in rural areas is vital since it directly influences health and development. Everyone should develop a mindset of personal hygiene, and NSS camps play an important role in creating this awareness.' DRPB Trust president and ZP Member C.M. Dyavappa urged villagers to prioritise environmental conservation and reduce the use of plastic. 'People in rural areas must pay more attention to cleanliness,' he said, encouraging them to plant saplings instead of cutting cakes during birthdays and think of celebrations as a way to support environmental protection.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Blue Flag beach: Deputy CM launches upgraded facilities at the Marina
Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Sunday inaugurated the eco-restoration infrastructure developed at Marina Beach under the Blue Flag Certification programme. The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) completed the upgradation works over a 20-acre area on the beach at a cost of ₹7.31 crore. 'Our iconic Marina Beach is now ready for its Blue Flag Beach Initiative,' the GCC said in a post on X. It also thanked over 500 volunteers from the National Service Scheme, along with other Tamil Nadu volunteers and citizens, for removing waste during a mass beach clean-up on Saturday, and said that such drives would be conducted regularly. The additions include bamboo shelters, seating arrangements, meditation centre, reading room, selfie spots, watch towers, play and fitness equipment, sanitation facilities, CCTV surveillance, drinking water stations, and a first-aid room. A total of 20 shade umbrellas, 40 recliners, and 12 benches have been installed. Additionally, disability-accessible sports and play equipment, and mother's nursing rooms have been set up. 'The Blue Flag initiative is an international certification programme operated by the Foundation for Environmental Education, a Denmark-based firm. Marina is the latest addition to Tamil Nadu's list of beaches being upgraded for Blue Flag recognition, following the certification of Kovalam beach in Chengalpattu,' a release said The initiative is part of the Tamil Nadu government's plan to increase the number of Blue Flag-certified beaches in districts such as Chennai, Cuddalore, Ramanathapuram and Thoothukudi. This is expected to boost tourism, support local fisheries-dependent communities, and promote sustainable coastal management, the release added.
The Hindu
7 days ago
- The Hindu
Student from Kozhikode on a mission to conquer Mount Everest
Aman Ali, a native of Arakinar near Beypore in Kozhikode, is on a mission to conquer Mount Everest. He suffers from a locomotor disability related to cerebral palsy and was born without both hands. Ali is part of a 20-member team led by mountaineer Sheikh Hassan Khan that will leave for Nepal from Thiruvananthapuram on Monday (August 4, 2025). A Class XI Humanities student at Rahmaniya Higher Secondary School for the Handicapped in the city, Ali says he aims to hoist the tricolour at the Everest Base Camp on the country's 78th Independence Day. The school's National Service Scheme volunteers and programme officer T. Shahul Hameed raised ₹35,000 to cover his expenses. A farewell party was recently organised at the school. Principal Subaida and teachers Poonthala Naushadali, E.P. Taufeeq, and P.K. Muhammed Shamim were present.
Time of India
31-07-2025
- Time of India
MNNIT introduces ‘Black Dot' sys to grade misconduct of students
Prayagraj: Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) has implemented a new humane disciplinary system that aims to encourage students to reform their behaviour through positive engagement rather than mere punitive measures. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The system introduces a 'Black Dot' method where students receive between one and five black dots depending on the severity of their misconduct. "These black dots serve as a basis for determining appropriate punishments, which focus not only on penalising but also on encouraging positive activities like yoga and participation in the National Service Scheme (NSS). This initiative reflects MNNIT's commitment to fostering a disciplined yet supportive environment conducive to holistic development," say the institution authorities. Under this approach, a student receiving one black dot will be issued a warning letter and required to attend yoga classes and NSS activities for one semester. In addition, academic supervision for one month or one semester may be imposed as an alternative. The student's parents will be notified, and the incident may be recorded on the student's character certificate. Students with two black dots will face stricter consequences, including a warning letter, mandatory yoga and NSS participation, and academic supervision for one semester. Notification of parents is mandatory. As an alternative, temporary suspension from the hostel and remarks on the character certificate may be imposed. A student receiving three black dots will receive a warning letter, be required to participate in yoga and NSS activities for one semester and undergo academic supervision for one semester. Parents will be informed, and the incident will be noted in the character certificate. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Additionally, temporary suspension from the hostel will be enforced. For four black dots, students will receive the same set of penalties—warning letter, yoga, NSS, academic supervision, parental notification, and character certificate remarks—with the added option of permanent expulsion from the hostel. If a student accumulates five black dots, the most severe punishment will be applied: expulsion from the institute, parental notification, and a record of the disciplinary action in the student's character certificate. Since the implementation of this system, disciplinary action was taken against three students. While one student got a single black dot two others got 2 and 3 black dots respectively.
