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Time of India
an hour ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Youth receive message of ‘dharma and karma' at inter-state youth exchange programme in Kurukshetra
Kurukshetra: Haryana sports minister Gaurav Gautam inaugurated the Inter-State Youth Exchange Programme 2025 at Kurukshetra University (KU), emphasising the spiritual and cultural significance of Kurukshetra. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Over 600 youth delegates from 24 states gathered here for this cultural convergence, which will continue until July 25. The event is being organised under the initiative of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat with the theme 'Unity in Diversity, Cultural Exchange and Youth Dialogue'. Speaking at the opening ceremony on Wednesday, minister Gautam said, "The youth of India will receive inspiration for righteous living and dedicated action from this sacred land, where Lord Krishna delivered the timeless message of the Gita. The relevance of that message is undiminished even today. It will guide our youth to play a pivotal role in transforming India into a developed nation by 2047." Organised by the department of youth empowerment & entrepreneurship and the department of skill development & industrial training, Haryana, the programme began with the ceremonial lamp lighting by dignitaries including principal secretary Rajeev Ranjan, director Captain Manoj, CM's advisor J S Nain, KU vice-chancellor Prof Somnath Sachdeva, and BJP leaders Tejendra Singh Goldy and Rahul Rana. On the opening day, the cultural carnival parade was a major highlight as participants adorned traditional attire representing their states, creating a colourful spectacle. The youth panchayat stall also drew considerable attention during the exhibition, which featured contributions from KU, ITIs, and other state departments. Minister Gautam extended greetings on the occasion of Maha Shivratri and the youth festival, stating that such platforms empower young minds with exposure to diverse languages, traditions, and cultures. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, India's youth are leading the country toward self-reliance, innovation, and global leadership," he said. Highlighting the impact of schemes like Startup India and the Mudra Yojana, Gautam said thousands of youth are becoming self-sufficient. "Haryana is leading in the sports sector, and our athletes are poised to bring glory to India on international platforms," he added. Principal secretary Rajeev Ranjan welcomed participants, noting that the event offered a rare opportunity for cultural exchange and mutual understanding. "Youth from across India are here as cultural ambassadors of their states and will carry the legacy of Kurukshetra back with them," he remarked. Director Captain Manoj shared that during the event, participants will also visit Kurukshetra's spiritual and tourist landmarks. The opening ceremony concluded with cultural performances by students of Chaudhary Devi Lal University and Geeta Kanya School, who presented Haryanvi folk dance and a Saraswati Vandana. The event also witnessed the presence of Kurukshetra DC Neha Singh, SP Nitish Aggarwal, KU registrar Virender Pal, additional director Rajkumar, principal Jagmohan, and other dignitaries. All guests were honoured with mementoes in recognition of their contributions.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Youth to receive message of ‘Dharma and Karma' from land of Gita: Haryana sports minister Gaurav Gautam
KURUKSHETRA: Haryana sports minister Gaurav Gautam inaugurated the Inter-State Youth Exchange Programme 2025 at Kurukshetra University (KU), emphasizing the spiritual and cultural significance of Kurukshetra, the land of the Bhagavad Gita. Over 600 youth delegates from 24 states have gathered here for this cultural convergence, which will continue till July 25. Speaking at the opening ceremony on Wednesday, Minister Gautam said, 'The youth of India will receive inspiration for righteous living and dedicated action from this sacred land, where Lord Krishna delivered the timeless message of the Gita. The relevance of that message is undiminished even today. It will guide our youth to play a pivotal role in transforming India into a developed nation by 2047.' Organized by the Department of Youth Empowerment & Entrepreneurship and the Department of Skill Development & Industrial Training, Haryana, the programme began with the ceremonial lamp lighting by dignitaries including Principal Secretary Rajeev Ranjan, Director Captain Manoj, CM's Advisor J S Nain, KU Vice Chancellor Prof Somnath Sachdeva, and BJP leaders Tejendra Singh Goldy and Rahul Rana. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Safety Checklist Construction Teams Trust answerwizardy Learn More Undo On the opening day, the cultural carnival parade was a major highlight as participants adorned traditional attire representing their states, creating a colourful spectacle. The youth panchayat stall also drew considerable attention during the exhibition, which featured contributions from KU, ITIs, and other state departments. Minister Gautam extended greetings on the occasion of Maha Shivratri and the youth festival, stating that such platforms empower young minds with exposure to diverse languages, traditions, and cultures. 'Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, India's youth are leading the country toward self-reliance, innovation, and global leadership,' he said. Highlighting the impact of schemes like Startup India and the Mudra Yojana, Gautam said thousands of youth are becoming self-sufficient. 'Haryana is leading in the sports sector, and our athletes are poised to bring glory to India on international platforms,' he added. Principal Secretary Rajeev Ranjan welcomed participants, noting that the event offered a rare opportunity for cultural exchange and mutual understanding. 'Youth from across India are here as cultural ambassadors of their states and will carry the legacy of Kurukshetra back with them,' he remarked. Director Captain Manoj shared that during the event, participants will also visit Kurukshetra's spiritual and tourist landmarks. The opening ceremony concluded with cultural performances by students of Chaudhary Devi Lal University and Geeta Kanya School, who presented Haryanvi folk dance and a Saraswati Vandana. The event also witnessed the presence of Kurukshetra DC Neha Singh, SP Nitish Aggarwal, KU Registrar Virender Pal, Additional Director Rajkumar, Principal Jagmohan, and other dignitaries. All guests were honoured with mementoes in recognition of their contributions.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
UG admissions: PPU to release 1st merit list tomorrow
Patna: Patliputra University (PPU) officially closed the deadline for the online submission of admission forms for undergraduate (UG) self-financed vocational courses for the academic session 2025-28 on Monday. According to PPU's dean of students' welfare (DSW) Rajeev Ranjan, the university is now preparing to release its first merit list on July 24, which will include the names of shortlisted candidates. "Those selected in the first round must complete their admission formalities by July 27, with document validation scheduled for July 28," he said. For candidates not selected in the first round, a second merit list will be issued on July 30, with admission formalities to be completed by August 3 and document validation to take place on August 4. "The vocational classes will commence from August 5 across all constituent and affiliated colleges falling under the jurisdiction of the university located in Patna and Nalanda districts of the state," he said. This year, PPU is offering 10,000 seats in various UG vocational courses, which include BCA (bachelor of computer applications), BBA (bachelor of business administration), BSc IT, BSc biotechnology and others. "The minimum eligibility for admission is 45% marks in Class XII examinations," the DSW said. The vocational courses are aimed at enhancing employment-oriented skills among students and are being offered under a self-financed model. "The university expects a large number of students to benefit from the programme, which includes practical training and industry-relevant curriculum," he said, adding that further details regarding course allotment, counselling and class schedules will be made available on the university's official website soon.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PPU gets Rs 246 crore for new campus
Patna: The state govt has sanctioned Rs 246 crore to Patliputra University (PPU) for the construction of its new campus on a sprawling 10-acre area at Bakhtiyarpur in Patna district, VC Upendra Prasad Singh said on Friday. The VC said that he inspected the ongoing construction on Thursday. The university has decided to provide all modern facilities, he added. As of now, out of 10 floors construction work has been completed up to the fourth. The project timeline is 2027, after which the PPU plans to shift to the campus, the VC said. According to PPU's dean of students' welfare (DSW) Rajeev Ranjan, the new campus will house separate academic and administrative blocks, postgraduate classrooms and modern facilities including an air-conditioned auditorium, indoor sports complex, state-of-the-art library and canteen facilities. It will also have a vice-chancellor's residence, guest house and residential quarters for teaching and non-teaching staff, the first for a university in the state, he said.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
PPU invites applications for admission to PG courses
Patna: Patliputra University (PPU) has released the admission schedule for its postgraduate (PG) regular courses in arts, science, commerce streams and self-financed programmes for the academic session 2025-27. According to PPU's dean of students' welfare (DSW) Rajeev Ranjan, the university has invited online applications for PG regular courses from July 13 to 28. The first merit list will be published on Aug 1, while admission process will be completed by Aug 7 and verification of the documents will be held on July 8. The second merit list will be announced on Aug 11 while admission process will be completed by Aug 14 and validation of documents will be completed on August 15. The third and final merit list will be published on Aug 18 and admission process will be completed by Aug 21 while documents will be verified and checked on Aug 22, he said. Classes for the newly admitted PG students are set to commence from Aug 22. The application fee has been fixed at Rs 800 for each candidate belonging to the general, BC-I and BC-II categories, while candidates from SC/ST categories will need to pay Rs 600 each, the DSW said. For the self-financed PG programmes, including MBA, MCA, MSc in biotechnology, MSc in environmental science and other professional courses, the online application window will remain open from Aug 13 to 29. Interestingly, the first merit list for these courses will also be released on Aug 1, followed by the second and third lists on Aug 11 and Aug 18, respectively, DSW said, adding the university has urged aspiring candidates to keep track of the university's official website for further details, including eligibility criteria, course-wise intake and counselling procedures. Patna: Patliputra University (PPU) has released the admission schedule for its postgraduate (PG) regular courses in arts, science, commerce streams and self-financed programmes for the academic session 2025-27. According to PPU's dean of students' welfare (DSW) Rajeev Ranjan, the university has invited online applications for PG regular courses from July 13 to 28. The first merit list will be published on Aug 1, while admission process will be completed by Aug 7 and verification of the documents will be held on July 8. The second merit list will be announced on Aug 11 while admission process will be completed by Aug 14 and validation of documents will be completed on August 15. The third and final merit list will be published on Aug 18 and admission process will be completed by Aug 21 while documents will be verified and checked on Aug 22, he said. Classes for the newly admitted PG students are set to commence from Aug 22. The application fee has been fixed at Rs 800 for each candidate belonging to the general, BC-I and BC-II categories, while candidates from SC/ST categories will need to pay Rs 600 each, the DSW said. For the self-financed PG programmes, including MBA, MCA, MSc in biotechnology, MSc in environmental science and other professional courses, the online application window will remain open from Aug 13 to 29. Interestingly, the first merit list for these courses will also be released on Aug 1, followed by the second and third lists on Aug 11 and Aug 18, respectively, DSW said, adding the university has urged aspiring candidates to keep track of the university's official website for further details, including eligibility criteria, course-wise intake and counselling procedures.
