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Time of India
02-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
IIT-K centre's special gift for PM Modi a blend of traditional, contemporary
Lucknow: A memorable moment marked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kanpur last week to inaugurate and lay the foundation for 15 development projects worth Rs 47,600 crore when he received a unique ceramic vase from the Ranjit Singh Rozi Shiksha Kendra (RSK), IIT-Kanpur. The exclusive handcrafted ceramic vase was presented to the PM by ceramic designer Shailly Sangal and potter Shri Shankar Prajapati. The gift was designed and created under the guidance of Prof Satyaki Roy, who blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design sensibilities at RSK, IIT-K. The vases reflect the collaborative synergy between design expertise and artisanal skill, symbolise the spirit of innovation and show the culturally rich Bithoor of past treading into future. While one vase has historic temples and 'Ganga Strotam' engraved on it, the other brings out the rich flora and indigenous variety of fruit trees of Ganga Katri area, that also holds its future. The pair of vases was crafted by Shanker Prajapati of the historical town of Purana Bithoor near Kanpur and the artwork was done by Shailly Sangal. 'Ganga Strotam' was engraved on the vases by Shanti Devi of Nankari village, a local calligrapher, in Devanagari script. The vases were packed using handmade paper, a languishing artform of Kalpi that RSK is trying to revive. Through the design development initiative, IIT-K works with more than 100 potters from Kanpur region, upskilling them in new technologies, helping build kilns that allow low-temperature glazing, and providing a platform to showcase their art. The technical inputs from IIT-K team have enabled potters to improve the quality of their creations.
New Indian Express
20-05-2025
- Climate
- New Indian Express
Ryots gearing up for Kharif season in Andhra Pradesh
VIJAYAWADA: With the early arrival of the monsoon expected to hit the State a week in advance, farmers are gearing up for the Kharif season with renewed enthusiasm. Expecting heavy and adequate rains this season, farmers across Andhra Pradesh are preparing their fields for cultivation. Many farmers have begun ploughing their lands using tractors, while some have already started broadcasting seeds. In this method, farmers scatter seeds by hand or machines directly on the soil surface. If all conditions remain favourable, this Kharif season is expected to see cultivation across 6 lakh acres in Krishna and NTR districts. During the last Kharif season (2024), crops were cultivated over 2.42 lakh hectares (5.99 lakh acres) in both districts—3.76 lakh acres in Krishna district and 2.23 lakh acres in NTR district—according to the Season and Crop Coverage Report of the State government. This year, a similar extent of cultivation is expected. Generally, the target area across both districts is 2.90 lakh hectares (7.16 lakh acres) during every Kharif season, and 86% to 95% of this land—approximately 5.5 to 6 lakh acres—is cultivated annually with various crops. Paddy remains the main crop in both districts, cultivated on about 4.79 lakh acres—3.70 lakh acres in Krishna district and 1.10 lakh acres in NTR district. Other crops cultivated include jowar, maize, groundnut, sunflower, cotton, sugarcane, tobacco, red gram, black gram, green gram, as well as food grains, oil seeds, and other commercial crops. Agricultural authorities are preparing to supply seeds to farmers. On government direction, Agricultural Joint Directors in all districts have already sent proposals for seed and fertiliser indent. The seeds will be distributed through the Rythu Seva Kendram (RSK/RBK) upon receipt. Speaking to TNIE, Krishna District Agriculture Joint Director Manohar said they had already sent the indent details to the State office and would receive the seeds shortly for distribution to farmers.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Govt focused on improving farmers' lives, says Karnataka minister Laxmi Hebbalkar
Udupi: Women and child development minister Laxmi Hebbalkar emphasised that under chief minister Siddaramaiah's leadership, the state administration is implementing initiatives focused on supporting and improving the lives of farmers. During the inauguration of a Raitha Samparka Kendra (RSK) at Koteshwara near here on Sunday, the minister highlighted that farmers in the state received consistent support, regardless of the governing administration."RSKs serve as vital information hubs, disseminating knowledge about cutting-edge agricultural technologies to farmers. Through these centres, farmers can enhance their earnings by adopting modern techniques. These facilities are tasked with providing details about governmental initiatives, superior quality seeds, and appropriate fertilisers for cultivation. Operation Sindoor 'Our job is to hit target, not to count body bags': Air Marshal Bharti on Op Sindoor Precautionary blackout imposed across parts of Rajasthan, Punjab 'Indian Navy was in position to strike Karachi': Vice Admiral on Operation Sindoor While the agriculture department offers various subsidised equipment, farmers can only benefit from these schemes when officials ensure adequate awareness and publicity," Hebbalkar insisted that the district administration and the agriculture department work as a bridge between farmers and govt. They have the responsibility to ensure that the benefits of all schemes reach the doorsteps of the farmers. The purpose of RSKs will be served only if officials work in this direction, she added."India is primarily an agricultural nation, and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri gave us the slogan of 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan'. All of us know very well that we will have to remain hungry if our farmers stay away from the farms. If our nation is developing as a 'Vishwa Guru', it is an outcome of the hard work and dedication of the farmers that paved the way for this achievement. India, which was importing food grains, has become an exporter as we are growing crops excessively," she said."Through divine intervention and the collective goodwill of well-wishers, I survived a severe accident that could have been fatal. I stand before you today, grateful for this second chance at life," the minister MLA Kiran Kumar Kodgi said there is a need for govt to announce a support price for paddy. He said the area of paddy cultivation is dwindling. He mentioned previous experiences of farmers who faced inconvenience due to a shortage of seeds. Officials ensured a sufficient stock of seeds, he said, adding that the information needs to be shared among farmers. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
24-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Indore teachers await remuneration for exam duties over two academic years
Indore: Govt school teachers, who served as centre heads and assistant centre heads for class 5 and 8 state board examinations under Rajya Siksha Kendra (RSK) are still awaiting their dues for the past two academic years—2022–23 and 2023–24. Despite repeated follow-ups, the amount of nearly Rs 23 lakh remains unpaid. While the State Education Centre (RSK) sanctioned a budget of Rs 16.63 lakh for the 2024–25 examination session, the backlog of payments from the last two years continues to cause concern among teachers. These teachers were responsible for handling crucial tasks such as managing question paper distribution, photocopying, printing documents, arranging stationery, bags for answer sheets, and other exam-related logistics—expenses they covered from their own pockets. This year, approximately 99,228 students appeared for the exams in Indore district—49,827 in Class 5 and 49,401 in Class 8. Around 314 examination centres were set up across the district, which has 2,686 MP Board-affiliated govt and private middle schools. The RSK fixed rates for various exam-related tasks—Rs 4 per question paper for Class 5, Rs 6 for Class 8, Rs 20–30 per centre for packing, Rs 400 per day for contingency, Rs 5,000 for Jan Shiksha Kendras, and Rs 10,000 for evaluation centres. Funds for the current year have been transferred to the District Project Coordinator (DPC) through the DigiGOV portal. However, centre heads claim that despite performing their duties diligently, they were not reimbursed for two consecutive years. Evaluation centres set up for checking answer sheets have also not received their share of funds. Indore DPC Sanjay Kumar Mishra said, "While this year's budget has been allocated, the status of the pending dues from previous years would have to be verified."
The Hindu
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Eluru district targets 8,500 hectares for micro irrigation
For the year 2025-26 Eluru district has set an ambitious micro irrigation target. The district aims to cover 8,500 hectares under the Andhra Pradesh Micro-Irrigation scheme. Since the scheme's inception in 2003-04, it has been implemented across 115,329 hectares, benefiting 93,003 farmers till date. The district still has 84,810 hectares available for implementing the micro-irrigation scheme. Eluru district micro irrigation project director, P.V.S. Ravikumar, on Thursday asked farmers to register themselves at the local Rythu Seva Kendras (RSKs) to benefit from government subsidies for drip and sprinkler irrigation equipment. Mr. Ravikumar detailed the subsidy structure: Subsidy structure For SC/ST small and marginal farmers (up to 5 acres): 100 percent subsidy. Other small and marginal farmers (up to 5 acres): 90 percent subsidy. Medium farmers (between 5 and 10 acres): 70 percent subsidy Other farmers: 50 percent subsidy All categories of farmers—small, marginal, and large—are eligible for a 50 percent subsidy on sprinkler systems. Documents and registration Farmers who wish to avail government subsidies for drip and sprinkler irrigation equipment must submit their Aadhaar card and land ownership documents. Registration can be done via biometric authentication or through the local Mandal Horticulture Officer, Village Horticulture Assistant, Village Agriculture Assistant, Village Sericulture Assistant, or Micro Irrigation Area Officer. Alternatively, farmers can register at the local Rythu Seva Kendra (RSK) or at the District Micro Irrigation Office in Eluru. Inspection Mr. Ravikumar said: 'The eligible farmer's orchard/fields will be inspected by representatives of the selected micro-irrigation company and RSK staff. After that the micro-irrigation design and BOQ (Bill of Quantities) will be presented. Once this is done, a message will be sent to the farmer's mobile number regarding their share of the cost. Upon payment to the Project Director or AP Micro Irrigation Project (APMIP), the application will be reviewed, and administrative approval will be obtained from the District Collector. Once approval is received, the equipment will be supplied and installed in the farmer's orchard/field by technical experts from the respective company.'
