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Hamilton Spectator
19 hours ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Province scraps RCUT plan at deadly Carberry intersection, commits to new solution
The Manitoba government is backing away from a proposed traffic redesign at the junction of PTH 1 and PTH 5 near Carberry, after months of public concern and consultation, and nearly two years after a tragic collision at the site claimed 17 lives. In an email to the Winnipeg Sun, Lisa Naylor, Minister of Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure, confirmed the province will not proceed with the previously proposed Restricted Crossing U-Turn (RCUT) configuration and will instead return to the drawing board to identify a new, community-supported solution. 'We are a government that listens — and rural Manitobans have been clear,' said Naylor. 'The people of Carberry and the RM of North Cypress–Langford told us they do not support the RCUT option, and we respect that. That's why we're going back to the drawing board to explore other solutions.' 'We know how deeply this intersection impacts the community, and we acted quickly to improve safety with new signage, rumble strips, and other immediate measures following the tragic accident,' she added. 'We're committed to finding an option that prioritizes safety and also works for the community. That means continuing to listen to rural Manitobans and working closely with safety experts to get this right.' On June 15, 2023, a crash between a semi and a passenger bus at the intersection killed 17 people — one of the deadliest road collisions in Manitoba history. In the months following, the province launched a dual assessment: A Standards Review and an In-Service Road Safety Review (ISRSR), conducted by consulting firm WSP. That review produced 12 immediate safety recommendations, including better signage, new rumble strips, enhanced lighting, and improved pavement markings — all of which have since been implemented. A separate, longer-term functional design study began in 2024 to explore permanent upgrades to the intersection, evaluating a wide range of options such as widened medians, roundabouts, traffic signals, interchanges, and the RCUT. The RCUT option — which restricts straight-through and left-turn movements from side roads, instead routing traffic to make a right turn followed by a U-turn — was among the early contenders. However, local pushback began almost immediately, with many residents and agricultural operators arguing that the design would be cumbersome, particularly for large farm equipment and semi-trucks in winter conditions. Community engagement and feedback Throughout 2024 and into 2025, Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure held multiple rounds of public engagement, including sessions with landowners, First Nations and Métis groups, local governments, the trucking industry, and the general public. A public open house held at Carberry Collegiate in March 2025 drew a strong response, including more than 2,100 signatures on a petition opposing the RCUT. Many stakeholders voiced a preference for a widened median or a full interchange, citing both safety and practicality. In light of that feedback, the province has now confirmed that the RCUT proposal will not move forward. According to the province, the functional design study will continue, with a revised shortlist of alternatives to be presented during a third round of engagement planned for later this summer. The project remains on track for detailed engineering and land acquisition to begin later this year, with construction expected to start in 2026 and finish by the end of that year. In the meantime, the province says it will continue to work with safety experts and community stakeholders to identify a permanent solution that is both effective and locally supported. For more information and project updates, Manitobans can visit the MTI website at . [related_links /] — Pam Fedack is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter who works out of the Winnipeg Sun. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada. Have thoughts on what's going on in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, or across the world? Send us a letter to the editor at . Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
The Print
2 days ago
- Science
- The Print
Centre's school education assessment flags learning gaps—Maths least favourite, govt schools lag behind
Conducted by the Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development (PARAKH)—an independent body under NCERT and Union Ministry of Education—the survey report released Tuesday showed that Mathematics was the subject where students across all three assessed grades performed the lowest. The PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan, formerly known as the National Achievement Survey (NAS), was conducted on 4 December last year, covering 21,15,022 students from both government and private schools in Grades 3, 6 and 9, across 74,229 schools in 781 districts, spanning 36 States and Union Territories. New Delhi: Highlighting serious learning gaps in the subject of Mathematics among school students, a government survey has found that less than 60 percent of Class 3 students could fluently perform addition and subtraction of two-digit numbers, with less than 50 percent of Class 6 students able to recognise simple number patterns, like odd and even numbers. Additionally, only 28 percent of Class 9 students could understand and apply the concept of percentages to solve problems. The survey was revised last year in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The last NAS in 2021 covered Classes 3, 4, 5, 8 and 10. Under the revamped format, it now assesses Classes 3, 6, and 9—marking the beginning of each stage of schooling as outlined in the new policy. In Class 3, where students were assessed in both Language and Mathematics, the average score in Language was 64 percent, compared to 60 percent in Mathematics. The survey showed that average performance in Mathematics declined as students progressed through higher grades. Language performance also showed a downward trend. In Class 6, an additional subject—'The World Around Us'—was introduced alongside Language and Mathematics. Students scored lowest in Mathematics (46 percent), while Language averaged 57 percent, and The World Around Us scored 49 percent nationally. The World Around Us covers the environment and society. It describes the use of natural resources in our immediate surroundings, and basic social and behavioural norms, among others. In case of class 9, students were assessed in Language, Mathematics, Science and Social Science. Among the four subjects, Language had the highest average score (54 percent), while Mathematics had the lowest (37 percent). Science and Social Science showed equal average performances at 40 percent. According to Indrani Bhaduri, programme coordinator, CEO and head of PARAKH, the performance of Class 3 students has improved since the previous NAS in 2021, when the average Mathematics score was 57 percent. However, she said that the previous NAS surveys cannot be compared with this one because of the overall change in assessment method. 'In almost all states, the performance of Class 3 has improved due to the NIPUN Bharat initiative. It is only a few states that are pulling down the national average,' she told ThePrint. NIPUN Bharat initiative, or National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy, was launched as part of NEP 2020. For higher classes, Bhaduri said, the impact of NEP 2020 will take more time to reflect in student outcomes, as learning levels were significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. 'This trend is visible in international assessments like PISA and TIMSS, where higher grades—those most affected by the pandemic—have shown consistently lower performance,' she said. In terms of state-wise performance, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala and Chandigarh were among the top performers, while Meghalaya, Lakshadweep and Uttarakhand recorded the lowest scores across all classes. The report said that instances where less than 50 percent of students were able to answer correctly indicate 'learning gaps'. 'These learning gaps highlight the need for focused interventions to strengthen students' skills, refine instructional strategies, and provide additional learning support. Addressing these areas effectively will help improve overall student learning outcomes in the nation,' the report read. Also Read: CBSE releases final two board exam policy for class 10, makes first option mandatory; second optional Govt schools lag in Mathematics In case of Class 3, central government schools recorded the lowest performance in Mathematics. Scheduled Tribe (ST) students had the lowest scores across both subjects. Other Backward Class (OBC) and Scheduled Caste (SC) students performed at similar levels, with better outcomes in Language, compared to Mathematics. Similarly, in case of Class 6, government-aided and state government schools showed weaker performance, especially in Mathematics. In terms of social groups, ST students had the lowest overall scores, Mathematics being the most challenging for them. OBC and SC students recorded moderate performance, with better outcomes in Language than in The World Around Us and Mathematics. In Class 9 as well, state government and government-aided schools recorded the lowest performance in Mathematics. ST students had the lowest scores across all subjects, with the largest gaps observed in Mathematics. 'SC and OBC students performed similarly, with Language being their strongest subject and Mathematics the weakest across all social groups,' the report read. A significant rural-urban divide was also observed. While Class 3 students in rural areas performed better in both subjects, Classes 6 and 9 students in urban areas outperformed their rural counterparts across all subjects. In his message in the report, School Education Secretary Sanjay Kumar said that the survey helped 'identify both our achievements and the challenges that lie ahead'. Moving beyond assessment, the next phase aims to 'translate the findings of the PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024 into meaningful actions', he added, which will involve phased data sharing through workshops at national, regional, state and district levels to 'prepare district-specific roadmaps, where roles and responsibilities are clearly defined'. 'Support will come from layered interventions—short-, mid-, and long-term—including teacher training, community engagement, digital materials, and a Management Information System,' he said. Science & Social Science also challenging Only 36 percent of Class 9 students could correctly classify matter based on physical properties (such as state, shape, transparency, magnetism, conductivity) and chemical properties (including purity, acidity, metallic nature and composition). Additionally, just 33 percent accurately described how electricity works by manipulating elements in simple circuits, and demonstrated the heating and magnetic effects of electricity. In Social Science, only 33 percent of Class 9 students could explain key natural phenomena, such as climate, weather, ocean cycles, soil formation, and river flow, along with their spatial distribution. Meanwhile, 45 percent understood the process of the Indian Constitution's formation, and grasped the ideas and ideals of the Indian National Movement, including those rooted in India's civilisational heritage. According to the report, the average national score in Social Science for girls was 41 percent, higher than boys at 39 percent. However, in Science, boys scored marginally higher with an average of 41 percent, compared to girls' 39 percent. (Edited by Mannat Chugh) Also read: IIT Kharagpur's two-pronged plan to help students in distress: 'campus mothers' & welcome committees
Time of India
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
China plans crackdown on zero-mileage used car sales
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Shanghai: China's industry ministry is planning to ban the resale of cars within six months of their initial registration as part of efforts to combat sales of so-called zero-mileage used cars , an industry association publication reported on used cars have emerged in China as a result of the uniquely cut-throat competition for sales in the world's largest auto market, which is reeling from a brutal, years-long price war caused by chronic practice involves insuring a new vehicle before it is sold, allowing automakers and their dealers to meet sales targets. But it can create hassles for Review, a publication run by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, reported the plan in an editorial published on its WeChat account. It said that the China Automobile Dealers Association , another industry group, had separately proposed a code system for exports of used editorial added that Chery and BYD were among companies planning to hold dealers accountable for violations, including licensing cars before they are measures, if enforced, would mark the first policy action taken by the Chinese government to stop the practice, which became a nationwide issue after Great Wall Motor CEO Wei Jianjun called it out in May.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Letters to the Editor — July 19, 2025
A musical bond The article, 'The musical bond', which covered the conversation between mridangam maestro Umayalpuram Sivaraman and Marxist leader M.A. Baby, at The Hindu office (Friday Review, July 18) took me back in time. Comrade A.S.R. Chari (Delhi), an eminent barrister, was so fond of Carnatic music that every year he would arrange for a programme of Chamber music in his sprawling bungalow in Defence Colony. He was a close friend of Flute Mali. I attended a performance of Mali in his house where Mali played the Kapi Rag for four hours — it was the favourite Rag of Chari. Indira Parthasarathy, Chennai Clean city It is commendable that Indore has been recognised for sustained cleanliness (Page 1, July 18). No programme can become a success without the wholehearted cooperation of the people. Every city and municipal corporation must emulate Indore's success story. Kshirasagara Balaji Rao, Hyderabad
Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
UPPSC RO ARO admit card 2025 released at uppsc.up.nic.in for 27 July exam; download here
UPPSC RO ARO admit card 2025 available at for 27 July exam UPPSC RO ARO admit card 2025: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially released the admit card for the Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) preliminary examination 2025. Candidates who have registered for the UPPSC RO ARO exam can now download their hall tickets from the commission's official website – The admit card has been issued for the preliminary examination scheduled to be held on July 27, 2025. The exam will be conducted in a single shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM across designated centres in Uttar Pradesh. A total of 411 vacancies will be filled for the RO and ARO posts through this recruitment process. Exam to fill 411 RO and ARO posts across Uttar Pradesh According to the UPPSC notification, the examination aims to fill 411 posts of Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer in various government departments of Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment process will include four stages: Preliminary Examination, Mains Examination, Typing Test, and Interview. The admit card includes crucial details such as the candidate's name, registration number, photograph, signature, roll number, gender, father's name, examination centre details, and exam date and time. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Candidates must ensure that all details are correct and must carry a printed copy of the admit card to the examination centre along with a valid photo ID. Steps to download UPPSC RO ARO admit card 2025 To download the UPPSC RO ARO admit card 2025, candidates must follow the steps provided below: Step 1: Visit the official website of UPPSC at Step 2: Click on the link titled 'UPPSC RO ARO 2025 Admit Card Download Link' on the homepage Step 3: On the new page, enter your registration number and date of birth in the login fields Step 4: Click on the 'Login' button to view your admit card Step 5: Download the admit card PDF and take a printout for future reference Direct links to download UPPSC RO ARO admit card 2025: Link 1 | Link 2 | Link 3 Admit card contains essential candidate and exam detai ls The admit card is a mandatory document for entry into the examination hall and contains essential candidate and exam details. It includes the name of the candidate, registration number, roll number, photograph and signature, gender, father's name, name of the examination, examination centre name and address, as well as the date and time of the exam. Candidates must ensure that all the information on the admit card is correct before the day of the examination. Candidates are advised to verify all information carefully and contact the commission immediately in case of any discrepancies. Only those with valid admit cards and identification will be allowed entry into the examination venue. UPPSC RO ARO exam schedule and selection process The preliminary examination will take place in a single shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Based on the results of this exam, shortlisted candidates will proceed to the next stages: Mains Examination, Typing Test, and Interview. The admit cards were officially released by the commission on July 17, 2025, and can be accessed only via the UPPSC official portal. No admit cards will be sent by post or any other offline mode. For further updates and detailed instructions, candidates should regularly visit the UPPSC website at . TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us here . Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
