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Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
MBA Farewell at JP Engineering College Celebrates Success, Talent, and New Beginnings
Mahabubnagar: Jayaprakash Narayan Engineering College witnessed an emotional and inspiring farewell ceremony organized by junior MBA students for their seniors. The event was marked by cultural performances, motivational speeches, and a celebration of student achievements. College Chairman K.S. Ravikumar attended the event as the chief guest. He offered floral tributes to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan and lit the ceremonial lamp. In his address, Mr. Ravikumar emphasized that MBA is a universal course open to graduates from Arts, Science, Commerce, and Engineering. He noted that MBA graduates play vital roles in the corporate sector and entrepreneurial ventures. Highlighting success stories, he mentioned Jupally Rameshwar Rao of My Home Group and Manne Satyanarayana Reddy of MSN Labs as examples of what dedication and vision can achieve. He also recalled the encouragement given by late S. Jaipal Reddy in establishing the college, describing him as a leader capable of becoming the President of India. The chairman proudly announced that three students from the college had received gold medals from JNTUH, including MBA student B. Swathi, who was awarded a cash prize of Rs. 1.5 lakh. He also shared that MBA student Kotal Sai Teja's book, That Boy Thatha, was launched by renowned author Chetan Bhagat. This academic year, eight MBA students secured placements in various companies. Mr. Ravikumar also announced a new MoU with IBM, which will provide training and placement opportunities to both engineering and MBA students. The event concluded with captivating cultural performances by the students. MBA Dean Dr. Madhumohan, In-charge Chandrashekhar, faculty members, and a large number of students participated in the event, making it a memorable occasion.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Puducherry residents want strict enforcement of rules prohibiting meetings along main roads
Amid frequent traffic snarls due to political rallies or protests by one organisation or the other, residents want authorities to enforce rules that restrict meetings along main roads and throttling vehicular movement in the city. In the recent days, several places in the town have witnessed road blockages due to holding of political events. With political activity gathering steam ahead of 2026 Assembly elections in the Union Territory, residents believe that lack of administrative intervention at this juncture would lead to more such violations in the days to come. Residents say most political parties are breaking the tradition of holding meetings in designated areas such as in an open ground or a convention hall. The political parties, supporters of leaders and organisations are conveniently organising meetings on main roads after blocking a stretch, unmindful of the difficulties that may arise to road users. Recently, the Airport Road was witness to two major events, one as part of the birthday celebrations of a Youth Congress leader and the other relating to the induction of a former Congressman into the ruling All India N R Congress fold. While the birthday celebrations were held at Jeeva Colony junction on an evening, the induction ceremony was organised near Navalar High Secondary School in the morning hours. 'On the day when the birthday celebrations happened, I had to take a circuitous route to reach my home at Avvai Nagar. After I crossed Pakkamudayanpet and entered Lawspet Main Road, I was asked to take the ECR road and reach Latha Steel junction to reach my residence. Several students and office goers were put to undue hardship because of the road block,' Ravikumar, a resident said. The induction ceremony saw an even worse traffic hold-up as it happened during peak hours on a stretch that houses several schools and government colleges. As the main road was closed near the Navalar School junction, people had to travel through bylanes of residential areas to reach their destination. 'We don't know who gave permission to block a main road for holding a political event, that too during peak hours when hundreds of people travel on the stretch to reach educational institutions and offices. The road is not even closed for such a long time when a VIP arrives at the Airport. Even during VIP visit, a particular route will only be blocked for a few minutes for the movement of cavalcade. On Monday, the entire road was blocked for two hours for the political event,' he said. In both the political events, according to a shop owners on Airport Road, the top leaders of the parties were present when the traffic diversions and blockage happened on the stretch. According to another resident, the road in front of Cluny School has turned into an accident-prone stretch. 'Despite the road being narrow, the supporters of the leader were allowed to put party flags after digging holes on either side. A good part of the road is taken up for putting party flags. If this trend is allowed, political meetings will continue to be held on thoroughfares blocking movement of vehicles,' the resident said. As the Union Territory is heading towards another election, the administration should immediately stop political parties and organisations from organising events by causing disturbance to road users, residents demanded. ends
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
DKS will become CM when time is right: Mandya MLA
M andya: Amid ongoing speculations about DCM DK Shivakumar becoming chief minister, Mandya MLA P Ravikumar asserted that his leadership will materialise when the time is right. "138 MLAs stand firmly behind DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah. When time and circumstances align, he will certainly become the chief minister. Timing and opportunity bring results — he deserves the post and will take it when destined," he said. Reacting to BJP state president Vijayendra's "revolution" remark, Ravikumar stated, "While they talk of revolutions, we believe in a mantra of peace. We avoid responding to opposition provocations. The decision rests solely with the high command. Both the chief minister and deputy chief minister have clarified their positions, and MLAs support both leaders." Dismissing reports about Congress MLAs being in contact with the BJP, he added, "We're not in touch with anyone. BJP attempted to lure our MLAs, even offering Rs 100 crore, but none defected. Having failed, they're now sitting quietly at home." MySugar School project "Regarding the proposed MySugar School project, instructions have been issued to the managing director to prepare a detailed blueprint within a month. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ingin Tahu Tentang Diagnosis Limfoma? Dapatkan Info Selengkapnya Limfoma Baca Undo by Taboola by Taboola The local MP has assured that they will personally approach higher authorities to secure necessary development funds. This proposal was discussed in the recent DISHA meeting, where it received approval," added Ravikumar. He also said that the MySugar factory officially commenced sugar cane crushing operations from Tuesday itself. The crushing process is progressing smoothly, benefiting local farmers. Authorities have promised timely payments to farmers for their produce. "This season, the factory has set a target to crush 3 lakh tonnes of sugarc ane," said Ravikumar.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Shakti scheme benefited lakhs of women across state: MLA
Mandya: The Karnataka govt has allocated Rs 12,800 crore for the Shakti scheme, which, along with the state's five guarantee schemes, completed two years of implementation, said MLA P Ravikumar. He was speaking after inaugurating an exhibition organised by the department of information and public relations at the KSRTC bus stand here on Sunday. The exhibition highlights two years of the govt's developmental initiatives and the impact of its five guarantee schemes. Ravikumar said that the Shakti scheme—which provides free bus travel for women—benefited lakhs across the state, with over 500 crore women's tickets issued so far, calling it a "historic achievement." He said the state's five guarantee schemes provided critical financial support to poor families. "Many homemakers are utilising the Gruha Lakshmi funds to purchase livestock, start small businesses, open libraries, and pay children's school fees," he said, adding that the schemes aim to raise the standard of living of the economically disadvantaged. During the event, Ravikumar toured the exhibition stalls, interacted with beneficiaries, and distributed sweets to passengers at the KSRTC bus stand as part of the celebrations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Forget Furosemide, Use This Household Item To Help Drain Edema Fluid WellnessGuide Learn more Undo He also symbolically distributed Shakti scheme tickets to women passengers. District guarantee implementation authority chairman Chikkalingaiah, divisional controller Nagaraju, authority vice-chairman Prashanth Babu, Mandya taluk authority president Rudrappa, and divisional transport officer Parameshwarappa were also present.
The Hindu
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
KERC allows installation of solar power projects in spaces other than rooftops
Do you want to install a solar power generation project in your building, but do not have space on your rooftop? You can now install solar power projects wherever there is space on your property as long as it can be done at a height of 8 feet (ground clearance). In a big push to decentralised solar projects, the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), in an order issued on Wednesday, extended the net metering/gross metering arrangements provided to Solar Rooftop Photovoltaic (SRTPV) systems to ground mounted solar projects with elevated structures, facade-integrated solar panels on the walls within the premises. The commission has also renamed SRTPV plants as Distributed Solar PV (DSPV) plants, which can be installed in places like car ports and cycle parking spaces on the premises. The solar panels themselves can also be used as roof/top of a structure without any base below it. 'Not every consumer will have space on the rooftop to set up solar panels. Now we have given them a provision to set it up anywhere according to the building bylaws. It will be treated the same way as rooftop solar projects, and what (power) they generate will be set off against what they are consuming,' P. Ravikumar, chairman, KERC, told The Hindu. Considering the growing demand for sustainable and clean energy, which has led to a significant focus on solar projects, the commission issued a discussion paper in March 2025 to seek the stakeholders' insights and recommendations for enhancing solar energy adoption. A public hearing on the matter was held on June 6. Taking into account the suggestions and recommendations, along with the fact that the State has an installed capacity of just 754.89 megawatts (MW) under SRTPV and 5666.22 MW under ground-mounted plants, the commission has brought in some changes to the existing regulations. Virtual and Group Net Metering The commission has also allowed Virtual Net Metering (VNM) and Group Net Metering (GNM) for the DSPV projects heeding to the demand of the stakeholders. 'Under VNM, a group of two or more consumers from the same consumer category can set up solar plants to offset the electricity consumption of more than one electricity service connection(s) of participating consumers located within the area of supply of an electricity supply company (escom). Domestic consumers, group housing societies, institutions run or managed by charitable Institutions/organisations, government buildings including schools, buildings belonging to local authorities shall only be eligible to install Solar plants under virtual net metering arrangements,' Mr. Ravikumar explained. He further explained that under GNM, a consumer can set up a DSPV project in any one of their installations, and the energy that is exported to the grid can be used to set off the electricity consumption of more than one connection under the same name. This is open to all categories of consumers. The minimum size of the plant under both VNM and GNM should be 5 kilowatts (KW). KERC has also eliminated the execution of the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for Domestic (LT) consumers up to 150 kW. 'In cases of shifting solar panels due to a change in the location of the consumer within the jurisdiction of the escom, the consumer is allowed to continue the same PPA for its remaining term.
