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Time of India
7 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Goa schools' Tithi Bhojan serves 1L meals supplemented by community members
Panaji: Schools in Goa have been implementing the concept of 'Tithi Bhojan', recommended by Centre as part of the midday meal scheme, to encourage community participation. As part of Tithi Bhojan, members of the community provide children of a neighbourhood school with either an additional food item to their midday meal or a full meal on special occasions, such as festivals. The concept was implemented from the last academic year, and over 1 lakh meals were provided to 1,021 schools by community members, official data shows. Tithi Bhojan was introduced to involve community members in the neighbourhood school system. It also helps supplement the regular midday meal offered to children and makes the menu diverse and interesting. While reviewing the midday meal scheme implementation in Goa, the project approval board (PAB) of Centre noted that although the move by Goa schools to implement Tithi Bhojan is appreciable, there is still a huge potential for involving the community in the scheme. 'Setting up school nutrition gardens and enhanced community participation through Tithi Bhojan will go a long way in ensuring the enrichment of meals under the PM Poshan scheme,' the PAB told Goa officials during the review held in April. The PAB has also recommended that to further improve community involvement in the midday meal scheme, the state should 'take necessary steps to create a group of parents, preferably mothers, to taste the meals on a roster basis at the school level, on the lines of 'Maa Samooh' in Uttar Pradesh and 'Atithi Mata' in Rajasthan.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like I lost my wife, now my son is in danger, please help him! Donate For Health Donate Now Undo Tithi Bhojan is based on the traditional practice of providing food to a large number of people on landmark occasions, including anniversaries, birthdays, weddings, and days of national importance. It is not to be a substitute for the midday meal but to be a supplement. It is fully voluntary, and the people in the community contribute either a full meal or items in the form of sweets, namkeens, fruits, or sprouts as an addition to the midday meal. States have also been told to adopt a local name for the Tithi Bhojan. Eleven states have implemented the scheme with names, such as Sampriti Bhojan in Assam and Priti Bhojan in Punjab.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Just 29% of Goa schools have teachers trained for spl needs students
P anaji: Just 29% of schools surveyed in Goa were found to have trained or certified teachers to look after students with special needs, and just 26% of children with special needs had access to assistance like ramps or lifts, specially designed learning tools, and mobility aids, as per the 'Parakh Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024' survey conducted by NCERT, under the Union education ministry. On all parameters surveyed for inclusiveness in regular schools, Goa scored below the desired 50%. 'Inclusive education is essential for fostering a supportive learning environment where children with special needs (CWSN) receive the necessary accommodations, resources, and support. For areas where less than 50% of schools currently implement inclusive measures, additional efforts are needed to ensure that all students, including those with special needs, have equal access to learning opportunities,' the report stated. The survey showed that only 41% of CWSN received the support they needed from school teachers, and the percentage of special children receiving the needed support in learning from friends stood at 40%. 'Strengthening teacher training, providing assistive resources, and fostering peer support can significantly enhance inclusivity in schools,' the report recommended for Goa. Additionally, only 36% of CWSN had access to special learning material at school in Goa. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Đây có thể là thời điểm tốt nhất để giao dịch vàng trong 5 năm qua IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo 'Support for children with special needs from friends or teachers is provided to fewer than half of the students. To improve support, schools should expand access to specialised resources, ensure that all teachers are trained in inclusive teaching practices, and invest in assistive technology to create a more inclusive learning environment,' stated the NCERT's report about Goa. The findings of the NCERT survey are consistent with the observations made by the Centre's project approval board (PAB) during the annual review for 2025-26 of the implementation of the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan in Goa. 'Significant fluctuations in enrolment of CWSN across alternate classes were noted, highlighting the need for a thorough review and analysis to determine underlying causes. The importance of accurate data reporting and effective data management was emphasised. As per UDISE+ 2023-24, only 9.5% of teachers are trained in inclusive education, and only 2.9% of special educators are deployed, including those at block resource centres (BRCS) under Samagra Shiksha,' the PAB noted. Goa officials were asked to accelerate the processes of screening, identification, and certification of CWSN and to ensure accurate categorisation and mapping of these children in the central data portal for school education UDISE+. 'The use of the Prashast app for early screening has been strongly recommended. Efforts must be made to ensure that every CWSN child is supported to complete secondary education through targeted interventions based on individual learning levels and disability profiles. Additionally, the state must prioritise capacity building of general teachers in inclusive education, preferably through RCI-approved bridge courses to create a more supportive and inclusive classroom environment,' the PAB stated.
AsiaOne
14-07-2025
- AsiaOne
Cyclist run over twice by car in Hougang, miraculously walks away, Singapore News
A 23-year-old cyclist was captured on dashcam footage riding his Power Assisted Bicycle (PAB) across a traffic junction in Hougang, when he was ran over by a silver car on Sunday (July 13). Miraculously, the rider was able to stand and walk away from the scene. Horrifying footage posted by Facebook page SG Road Vigilante shows the car, which was turning left at the junction, mounting the pedestrian crossing, ramming and running over the cyclist who had stopped there. The impact pushes the man forward onto the road and the car wheels roll over him a second time. The cyclist is seen stumbling and slowly standing up to pick up an item near his damaged PAB. A passer-by then approaches and gestures for him to sit at the crossing. Several cars can be seen driving past the scene while the car, which had crashed into the road divider, remains lodged against the traffic light. It then reverses, revealing a visibly damaged front bumper, before driving off. A street name sign was also dislodged in the accident. The police told AsiaOne that they were alerted to a hit-and-run accident involving a car and a PAB at the junction of Hougang Avenue 3 and Upper Serangoon Road at about 6.40pm on Sunday. The 23-year-old male cyclist was conscious when conveyed to hospital. The 70-year-old male driver of the car is assisting with ongoing police investigations. [[nid:720142]]
Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Science
- Hindustan Times
MNNIT, IIT-K experts to nurture govt primary teachers, students
Experts from premier technical institutions—Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Kanpur and Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT)-Allahabad—will mentor teachers and guide students under a new initiative launched by the Union ministry of education. The move aims to enhance the quality of education in government-run primary schools across Uttar Pradesh. The initiative aims to inspire students to take greater interest in science, mathematics, and technology (HT File Photo) The initiative is designed not only to provide technical and academic support to government primary school teachers but also to inspire students to take greater interest in science, mathematics, and technology. The programme, approved in the supplementary Project Approval Board (PAB) meeting for the academic session 2025–26, held on May 28, but whose revised minutes were confirmed and made public only on July 3, is part of the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan and aims to bridge the gap between technical expertise and grassroots education, said officials of the state basic education department. A budget of approximately ₹49 lakh has been sanctioned for its implementation, they added. Experts from IIT Kanpur and MNNIT will work closely with teachers and students in 44,499 basic education schools across the state, offering mentorship to foster learning, growth, and overall academic success, read the PAB meeting minutes, a copy of which is with HT. This effort is aligned with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasises inclusive, innovative, and quality-driven education. In line with these goals, regular training programmes will be organised for teachers, while students will benefit from workshops focused on science and technology. The programme also aims to promote project-based learning and improve the effective use of digital tools in classrooms, officials said. Additionally, IIT Kanpur's Online Rural Education Initiative (OREI) has also received approval. Under this scheme, student volunteers from the institute are reaching out to remote rural schools, teaching science and mathematics, and making quality education more accessible. Last year, the ministry had also recommended a five-day educational tour for 150 selected students from across Uttar Pradesh (two from each district) to visit premier scientific institutions such as ISRO, Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, various IITs, science parks, and museums—further reinforcing the government's push toward experiential learning and scientific curiosity.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
With recruitment on cards, UT told to fix teacher-student ratio
1 2 Chandigarh: As the UT education department prepares to recruit over 300 teaching and academic support staff, a recent review by the Union ministry of education has also underlined the need for annual rationalisation of teacher deployment across government schools. During the latest round of discussions under Samagra Shiksha, the Project Approval Board (PAB) noted that nearly 10% of elementary schools in Chandigarh continue to report adverse pupil-teacher ratios (PTRs). The board advised the UT administration to carry out routine school-wise analysis of enrolment and staff strength to ensure more balanced classroom distribution, especially ahead of the new academic session. While acknowledging Chandigarh's efforts toward filling longstanding vacancies, the board emphasised that rational deployment should be institutionalised as part of annual planning and not treated as a one-time corrective step. Officials said such data-driven reallocation of teachers can strengthen classroom delivery without the need for additional posts in every case. The timing of the recommendation coincides with the department's upcoming recruitment drive for 334 posts, including 218 junior basic teachers (JBTs), 109 trained graduate teachers (TGTs), and a few specialist positions such as resource teachers for inclusive education and MIS coordinators. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like ดัชนีทั่วโลกกำลังคึกคัก ถึงเวลาเทรดแล้ว! IC Markets อ่านเพิ่มเติม Undo Vacancy data reviewed by the department shows that of the 728 sanctioned JBT posts, 510 are currently filled. Among 647 TGT posts, 538 are filled, leaving 109 vacant. Officials say the fresh recruitment will ease pressure on existing staff, especially at the primary and middle levels. The PAB observations reflect a parallel planning priority: ensuring that available teachers are placed where they are most needed. The board also stressed the importance of using real-time data and UDISE+ indicators to guide deployment decisions under Samagra Shiksha. The UT is expected to share an update on rationalisation efforts during the next round of scheme reviews.
