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Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
CM to plant Harishankari sapling in Ayodhya today
Lucknow: Chief Minister will plant a sapling in under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign on the occasion of on Thursday. The plantation will take place at Pushp Vatika near Ramkatha Park on the banks of the Saryu. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Similar drives will be conducted across all districts of Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, the environment department will host a special programme at the Regional Science Centre in Aliganj, Lucknow. According to Ayodhya's divisional forest officer Prakhar Gupta, the Chief Minister will plant a Harishankari sapling, and all preparations for the event are complete. Following CM Yogi's call, the environment department will involve school children and youth in taking a pledge to "End Plastic Globally" and work towards protecting the environment. The main event in Lucknow will include street plays, speeches, drawing competitions, and training sessions to spread environmental awareness. Experts and volunteers from various organisations will also participate. Environment director Sushant Sharma stated that all district magistrates have been instructed to conduct similar events in their respective areas.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Science parks to make learning fun, experiential for UP students
Lucknow: To enhance experiential learning, scientific temper and critical thinking among children of classes 6 to 8, UP govt is setting up 18 science parks—one in every division—at a cost of Rs 4 crore each. Science parks will be developed over 1 acre land and include interactive scientific exhibits such as solar system display, hydraulic lift simulator, Newton's cradle, weather station and renewable energy models. Disaster and traffic management, environmental conservation and personal safety-related events will be included to help students gain scientific awareness. The parks will integrate sustainability, safety and civic responsibility, to help students develop scientific curiosity and critical thinking. Teaching-learning processes would be interactive and practical, said officials. Each park will showcase 20-25 interactive and STEM-based models. There will be practical demonstrations based on motion, energy, light, environmental science and disaster management. Collaboration will be established with technical institutions such as IITs and Regional Science Centre, Lucknow, for better understanding of scientific phenomena, processes and principles of the Rashtriya Avishkar Abhiyaan. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Alerta: Você tem zumbido no ouvido? Dica de ouro pode aliviar! Zumbido no ouvido Undo There will be awareness programmes in coordination with various scientific institutions, local administration, police, traffic and disaster management authorities. Science camps, festivals and STEM activities will encourage collaboration and community participation. According to departmental officials, NEP 2020 emphasises need for programmes that can cultivate inquiry-based thinking and deeper understanding among students. "Aim is to integrate Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) with other subjects in a multidisciplinary way, for comprehensive learning," said an official. Detailed plan, standardised brand design and detailed project report) is being prepared in coordination with technical institutions for the construction of the science parks. Officials said a state-level science park hub already exists in Lucknow and is visited by students from across UP. With a park in each division, students will benefit through exposure, said an official.
Hans India
12-05-2025
- Science
- Hans India
Young minds spark curiosity at National Technology Day workshop
Tirupati: Regional Science Centre (RSC), Tirupati, marked National Technology Day 2025 with a vibrant and educational celebration aimed at nurturing scientific curiosity among schoolchildren. The Centre organised a hands-on workshop tailored for students of grades 4 to 6, introducing them to the basics of electricity generation and the technological innovations shaping the modern world. The focal point of the event was the 'Workshop on Hand Crank Torch', an activity-based learning initiative that combined fun with foundational science education. Through interactive sessions, students explored the principles behind generators (dynamos), the generation and transmission of electricity, and how these mechanisms are applied in everyday tools like hand-crank torches. The workshop offered a unique platform for students to build their own dynamo-powered torches, giving them a practical understanding of how mechanical energy is converted into electrical energy. This hands-on approach not only deepened their understanding of scientific concepts but also highlighted real-world applications, reinforcing the relevance of science in daily life. The event saw enthusiastic participation from young students who eagerly engaged in experiments, asked questions, and demonstrated a keen interest in the learning process. By simplifying complex scientific ideas through direct experience, the workshop successfully sparked a deeper interest in science and technology among the participants. RSC Project Coordinator K Srinivasa Nehru said that the centre continues to fulfill its mission of promoting scientific awareness and providing meaningful educational experiences for young minds. The celebration of National Technology Day 2025 not only reflected India's strides in science and technology but also underscored the importance of empowering the next generation of innovators.
