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Hans India
31-07-2025
- Hans India
Stakeholders unite in Tirupati to combat human trafficking
Tirupati: As part of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, the Railway Protection Force (RPF), in collaboration with Pragathi organisation and supported by the Access to Justice for Children Project, conducted extensive awareness campaigns across railway stations in Tirupati, Renigunta, Srikalahasti and Gudur throughout the month of July. As part of the initiative, pamphlets were distributed on platforms and inside trains to educate passengers about the dangers and signs of human trafficking. The campaign aimed to sensitise the public, particularly regarding the trafficking of women and children through railway networks. A stakeholder coordination meeting was held at the Women's Studies Centre of Sri Venkateswara University on Wednesday, chaired by Pragathi Director KV Ramana. DSP (Women's Division) Srilatha, Prof D Sai Sujatha, RPF Inspector Venkateswarlu, DCPU Officer Siva Sankar, and other departmental officials took part. Speaking on the occasion, DSP Srilatha emphasised that women and children are the most vulnerable to trafficking, often suffering severe consequences. She urged the public to act responsibly and report any suspicious activity. She also highlighted the role of cybercriminals and encouraged the use of the cybercrime toll-free number 1930. Inspector Venkateswarlu echoed similar concerns, detailing the legal repercussions for those involved in trafficking and underlining the need for vigilance among railway staff and passengers. Pragathi Director Ramana warned that trafficking has evolved into a profitable but heinous trade. He described how youth are being trafficked under the pretence of employment and transferred across states by agents. He urged the public to report suspected trafficking cases through helplines 1098 and 1800 1027 222. The event also featured folk performances by Pragathi staff, stressing the value of education and child development. Attendees from various departments shared real-life cases and contributed suggestions to strengthen future prevention efforts.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
TV couple Dheena and Pragathi announce pregnancy with a heartwarming post
Popular comedian and TV personality Dheena , best known for his stint on 'Kalakka Povathu Yaaru', is all set to embrace a new chapter in his personal life. He and his wife Pragathi are expecting their first child. Dheena took to social media to share the joyful news with fans, posting an adorable picture where he is seen lovingly holding Pragathi's baby bump. The photo has instantly melted hearts online, with fans and celebrities flooding the comments section with congratulatory messages. In a touching caption that showcased his excitement and emotional connection, Dheena wrote,"Let us get my life and get our life with your life my life.."Tagging his wife @pragadheeswari_rengaraj, he also added sweet hashtags like #motherhood and #fatherhood , expressing the couple's anticipation and happiness. The announcement has been met with widespread love, as the couple enjoys a strong fan base, especially among Tamil television viewers. Dheena rose to fame through Kalakka Povathu Yaaru, a popular comedy reality show, and gradually transitioned into acting. He has impressed audiences with his comedic timing in films like Pa Paandi, Thumbaa, Kaithi, and Master, where he shared screen space with Vijay. Known for his versatility, Dheena has carved a niche for himself in both television and cinema.
The Hindu
17-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Turmeric farming a new way to thwart wild animal threat in Munnar
The once abandoned cropland in the tribal settlements of Munnar will soon adorn a green carpet with the arrival of a new farming practice. According to officials, the tribal population under the wildlife division have introduced turmeric farming in the abandoned lands in various settlements with the financial support of the Forest department. Commenting on the initiative, Munnar Wildlife Warden K.V. Harikrishnan said that last year, two acres of turmeric farming was conducted under the Munnar forest division, and it reaped rich dividends. 'This year, turmeric farming will be conducted on a total of 55.56 acres of land in the tribal settlements of Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Eravikulam National Park and Anamudi National Park. The lands were abandoned over the years due to wild animal attacks. 'The trial farming conducted here had found that turmeric farming is very practical in these lands,' said Mr. Harikrishnan. 'The Anamudi Forest Development Agency will provide financial assistance to the farmers for turmeric farming. One high-yield variety named 'Pragathi' and another local variety of seeds will be in use. The harvested turmeric will be sold through 'Chilla', the Forest department's weekly tribal market at Marayur as well as the department-owned eco-shop,' said the official. According to officials, all types of wild animals, including wild elephants and wild boars, stay away from the turmeric farms. 'During the trial farming, the department and tribal farmers monitored the wild animal entry into turmeric farmlands and confirmed this, despite the easy access for the wild animals that reach the forest fringe. The assured market and income are another attraction for turmeric farming,' said Mr. Harikrishnan. Threat wanes Over the months, officials noted that the crop-raiding threat had waned in the vicinity. 'Turmeric farming is a new hope for farmers, giving an average yield of five tonnes per acre of land,' said an official. According to officials, turmeric farming has been introduced at Eechamppetty, Iruttalakudy, Thayannankudy, Alampetty, Puthukkudy, Vellakkalkudy, Mulangamutty, Kulachivayal, Swamiyaralakudy, Valsapettykudy, Koodallarkudy and Lakkam Kudy under the Munnar forest division. In 2017, the Forest department launched a project named 'Punarjeevanam' by former Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS) assistant wildlife warden P.M. Prabhu, aimed at reviving traditional millet cultivation among tribal communities and achieved a big success.
The Hindu
19-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Students urged to study in govt. polytechnic college with aid
As the last day for applying to diploma courses in Tamil Nadu Government Polytechnic College is May 23, 2025, the college administration urged interested and eligible candidates to take up the opportunity to study engineering diploma courses like web designing, logistics, among others. As the college offers both full-time and part-time diploma courses, the yearly fee for full-time diploma is just ₹2,200. Interested can apply for full-time engineering diploma courses like civil, mechanical, electrical, computer, plastic, polymer, wed designing, logistics, and part-time courses like civil, mechanical and electrical in evening classes. While students passed in Class X board examinations can join in first year diploma classes, students who have passed Class XII board examinations and who have passed Class X examinations and also studied ITI (2 years) can get joined directly in second year of diploma classes. Interested candidates can apply through or can directly apply in the college by paying an application fee of ₹150. No application fee for SC/ST students. Along with it, students who have enrolled in the college could also be availed of various government schemes extended to students. Those who have studied in government or government-aided schools from Class VI to Class X or XII, under Tamil Pudhalvan scheme and Pudhumai Penn scheme can monthly assistance of ₹1,000. Under the Naan Mudhalvan schemes the students would be subjected to skill training. Education assistance is available for students from Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, Denotified communities, Adi Dravidar and Scheduled Tribes. Selected female students could avail yearly scholarship of ₹50,000 under Pragathi scholarship scheme. Those selected differently abled students in second year would be granted ₹50,000 yearly assistance under Saksham scholarship. Further, paid internship with ₹16,000 for students selected in the second year of their courses. The college administration in its press statement said that the students could also avail of travel benefits like bus passes and train ticket concession.
