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Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Youth with muscular dystrophy set to be co-op sr inspector
Pudukottai: For 22-year-old R Gobinath, stepping outside after five long years is not just about fresh air — it's about stepping into a new life. Battling muscular dystrophy since his school days, the young boy has now cleared Group 2A combined civil services exam mains Feb 2025, and is set to join the cooperative department as a senior inspector. In the last five years, he had hardly gone out except for writing exams. Diagnosed with the condition while studying in Class VIII, Gobinath lost the ability to commute on his own. "Since then, I had to drop him off at the campus," says his father K R Raja who had quit his job to take care of his son. After completing Class XII, Gobinath cleared NEET in 2020 but could not secure a medical seat through counselling. "He was devastated. The boy is intelligent and has a good academic track record, but he lost his confidence," Raja recalls. But his family encouraged him to continue his education through distance learning. Gobinath went on to earn a BA in History from Alagappa University and is now pursuing his MA there. His perseverance paid off when he secured a rank of 977 in the TNPSC exams, qualifying under the specially-abled category in the first attempt. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like For the chosen ones! 4&5 Bed Condominiums at Financial District, Hyd Sumadhura Group Learn More Undo His father said Gobinath studied using TN books, and did not get coached. Gobinath had requested the district administration to be posted in his home district of Pudukottai. "It will be better if the govt along with the posting can also arrange for a battery operated wheel chair for him," Raja said. "While I was confined to my home, there were times I felt life had closed all doors on me, but my parents kept reminding me that one success can change everything. Clearing this exam has brought back my confidence. I want to serve people with the same dedication my family showed in standing by me," Gobinath said. Gobinath had not taken much treatment ever since he was diagnosed with the condition, except for a few physiotherapy sessions. "Treatment for this costs a fortune and not everyone can afford it. Steps should be taken to ramp up efforts to extend as many special wheelchairs, assistance, and special beds" he said. Gobinath has been receiving Rs2000 monthly in welfare assistance from the govt. While muscular dystrophy has a few limited treatments to manage quality of life and symptoms, there is no permanent cure for the condition as yet. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
04-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
In Kolhapur city, fewer idols in kumbhar gallis
Kolhapur: The state's most awaited Ganeshotsav is less than a month away. Yet a shortfall of idols and 20-30% price hike in kumbhar gallis in Kolhapur has left artisans and citizens anxious. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Shweta Patil and her husband Sachin Patil have visited several idol workshops, but they haven't found a single Ganesh idol of their choice that fit their budget. They said, "This year idols which were for Rs2000 are costing Rs3500 or Rs4000. We have visited nearly all kumbhar gallis, but haven't found an idol of choice in our budget." Artisans said govt revoked the ban on pop idols late, causing confusion as to whether or not to make the idols. Artisan Murli Majgaonkar said: "Mandals members are coming for idols of heights between 7ft to 21ft, but as the festival is very near, we are not taking orders. This is indirectly our loss" The demand from traders from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Goa has increased this time, further adding to the shortage. Pawan Kumbhar, an artisan from Shiroli kumbhar galli, said: "Traders from other states are arriving in large numbers and have already purchaed 50% of ready Ganesh idols."
Times of Oman
03-06-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
98.26% of Rs 2000 banknotes back with RBI
New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday released an update on the withdrawal of Rs 2000 denomination banknotes, which was initially announced on May 19, 2023. The update stated that 98.26 per cent of the Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation as of the announcement date have been returned. According to RBI, the total value of Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation stood at Rs 3.56 lakh crore at the close of business on May 19, 2023. This figure has now declined to Rs 6,181 crore as of the close of business on May 31, 2025. "The facility for exchange of the Rs2000 banknotes is available at the 19 Issue Offices of the Reserve Bank (RBI Issue Offices)1 since May 19, 2023. From October 09, 2023, RBI Issue Offices are also accepting Rs2000 banknotes from individuals/entities for deposit into their bank accounts," RBI said in a release. Those 19 RBI issue offices are in Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Belapur, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, and Thiruvananthapuram. "Further, members of the public are sending Rs 2000 banknotes through India Post from any post office within the country, to any of the RBI Issue Offices for credit to their bank accounts, the bank further added. The RBI reiterated that the Rs 2000 banknotes continue to be legal tender. The Rs 2000 banknote was introduced in November 2016, primarily to meet the currency requirements of the economy expeditiously after the withdrawal of the legal tender status of all Rs 500 and Rs 1000 banknotes in circulation at that time. The objective of introducing Rs 2000 banknotes was met once banknotes in other denominations became available in adequate quantities. Therefore, the printing of Rs 2000 banknotes was stopped in 2018-19.
India Gazette
02-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
98.26% of Rs 2000 banknotes back with RBI
New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday released an update on the withdrawal of Rs 2000 denomination banknotes, which was initially announced on May 19, 2023. The update stated that 98.26 per cent of the Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation as of the announcement date have been returned. According to RBI, the total value of Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation stood at Rs 3.56 lakh crore at the close of business on May 19, 2023. This figure has now declined to Rs 6,181 crore as of the close of business on May 31, 2025. 'The facility for exchange of the Rs2000 banknotes is available at the 19 Issue Offices of the Reserve Bank (RBI Issue Offices)1 since May 19, 2023. From October 09, 2023, RBI Issue Offices are also accepting Rs2000 banknotes from individuals/entities for deposit into their bank accounts,' RBI said in a release. Those 19 RBI issue offices are in Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Belapur, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, and Thiruvananthapuram. 'Further, members of the public are sending Rs 2000 banknotes through India Post from any post office within the country, to any of the RBI Issue Offices for credit to their bank accounts, the bank further added. The RBI reiterated that the Rs 2000 banknotes continue to be legal tender. The Rs 2000 banknote was introduced in November 2016, primarily to meet the currency requirements of the economy expeditiously after the withdrawal of the legal tender status of all Rs 500 and Rs 1000 banknotes in circulation at that time. The objective of introducing Rs 2000 banknotes was met once banknotes in other denominations became available in adequate quantities. Therefore, the printing of Rs 2000 banknotes was stopped in 2018-19. (ANI)
Express Tribune
04-03-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Afghanistan responsible for K-P security situation
Highlighting the deteriorating law and order situation in the province - especially in the newly merged districts, Khyber- Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur attributed it directly to the security situation in neighboring Afghanistan. He made these remarks during his meeting with British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott, at his office on Tuesday. They discussed the matters of mutual interest, particularly the role of British donor agencies in public welfare initiatives, regional security, and other relevant issues. During the meeting with British HC, Gandapur stressed the need for serious and result-oriented efforts to find a sustainable solution to this longstanding issue, warning that if the security challenges in the merged districts are not addressed promptly, they could escalate and affect the entire country. He further informed the British envoy that the provincial government had formed a Jirga to initiate dialogue with Afghan counterparts, and all necessary preparations for sending the delegation were complete. However, since the matter falls under the jurisdiction of the federal government, the KP administration is awaiting approval of the terms of reference (TORs) for the negotiations, said the K-P CM. He emphasized that lasting peace in the region was not just in Pakistan's interest but also in the interest of the entire region and the global community. He called on the world community to work collectively towards a permanent resolution through dialogue. Touching upon the financial challenges faced by the province, the Chief Minister criticized the federal government for not releasing KP's due share under the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award, particularly for the newly merged districts. He stated that over Rs2000 billion in net hydel profit payments remain unpaid by the federal government.
