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The Hindu
6 days ago
- The Hindu
Stipends still unpaid as 64 MBBS interns remain suspended by Telangana private medical college
The Chalmeda Anand Rao Institute of Medical Sciences (CAIMS), a private medical college in Telangana's Karimnagar, is facing criticism from students and medical associations after suspending 64 MBBS interns who were protesting over unpaid stipends. The interns, who have been demanding rightful payments for over two months, were suspended for a week starting July 3, allegedly for blocking vehicles during a protest on campus. While the college claims the action was based on a disciplinary committee's findings, the students allege it is a retaliatory move aimed at silencing dissent. The suspension order, issued on July 3, stated 'The following interns of the institute are suspended from their duties for a period of one week with effect from July 3 to July 10. They have to resume duties on July 11.' However, the students claim the administration has continued to withhold stipends even after the suspension and is now threatening them with stricter duty schedules once they return. 'If protesting is wrong, why doesn't the college first comply with the Government Order and transfer our stipends?' asked another intern. Attempts by The Hindu to reach S.A. Asaim, principal of CAIMS, for comment went unanswered. As per a 2023 Government Order, MBBS interns in Telangana, whether in government or private medical colleges are entitled to a monthly stipend of ₹25,906. A revised order issued on June 28, 2025, further increased the stipend to ₹29,792. Yet, students at CAIMS allege they are being paid only ₹2,000 per month, in violation of these mandates. The issue has now drawn national attention. The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) has written to the Chairman of the National Medical Commission (NMC), urging immediate intervention. 'There are 23 private medical colleges in Telangana where interns are deployed in affiliated hospitals. Despite repeated directives, most of these colleges continue to underpay interns. Some are even collecting ₹5,000 per year as a so-called 'stipend fee' and then paying only ₹2,000 monthly,' FAIMA stated. The association has demanded an inquiry into the events at CAIMS on July 1 and called for disciplinary action against those responsible for suspending the interns. It also urged the NMC to ensure that no intern is denied a completion certificate or subjected to academic harassment for participating in peaceful protests.
The Hindu
29-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Tamil Nadu commences restoration of Kariyachalli island in Gulf of Mannar to combat erosion and boost marine biodiversity
After the successful restoration of Vaan island in Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park, the Tamil Nadu government has commenced the restoration of Kariyachalli island in the Gulf of Mannar region, under the Tamil Nadu Sustainably Harnessing Ocean Resource (TNSHORE) initiative. The restoration project, being carried out at a cost of ₹50 crore, is funded by the state government and the World Bank. The Tamil Nadu Forest Department, in partnership with the IIT-Madras and Suganthi Devadason Marine Research Institute in Thoothukudi, is undertaking this ambitious initiative. The Gulf of Mannar (GoM) located on the southeastern coast of India, is one of the four major coral reef areas in India. It comprises 21 uninhabited low-lying islands within the Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park, stretching 160 km between Rameswaram and Thoothukudi. The surrounding coral reefs in these islands help to protect the mainland from coastal erosion, extreme weather, while also supporting fisherfolks by increasing the fish production. However extensive coral mining, before it was completely stopped in 2005, the most selective mined species of boulder coral were from the genera Porites and Favia, which were principal reef builders and sediment suppliers of the reef island. As a result, many islands are shrinking due to erosion and lack of sediment replenishment. In case of, Kariyachalli island, which belongs to the Thoothukudi group is located at about 4 km south of Sippikulam and 20 km northeast of Thoothukudi old harbour. According to a report from SDMRI, the total area of the island was 20.85 hectares in 1969 (Survey of India Toposheet), 16.64 hectares in 1986 during Marine National Park notification and 5.97 hectares in 2017. But at present during April 2025, it has an area cover of 3.14 hectares during the high tide level and 4.12 hectares during the low tide level. Kariyachalli island possess beaches, sand dunes, spit and sandy plains. The alarming shrinkage prompted the government to undertake restoration of Kariyachalli island. The initiative involves the deployment of 8,500 multipurpose artificial reef modules, especially designed to protect and restore the highly eroded island, to conserve and enhance biodiversity, address the impacts of climate change and sustain fishery resources. The project also includes the restoration of degraded coral reefs and seagrass beds. Interestingly the project will also engage over 300 local community members during restoration. S.A. Sannasiraj, Professor, Department of Ocean Engineering said that the layout of artificial reefs has been planned as per the island configuration and the fabrication of the artificial reef is currently underway. He added that while the deployment of the modules are similar to the 'Vaan' island project, the recovery process would be slower due to the comparatively slower rate of degradation. Whereas, the director of SDMRI J.K. Edward Patterson noted 'The island's degraded habitat such as coral reefs and seagrass beds are also being restored, which will enhance the coral and seagrass associated marine life and help protect the island from erosion.' Speaking on the initiative, Supriya Sahu, Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Environment, Climate Change and Forests said that environmental and social impact assessments and wave dynamics and bathymetry investigations have been conducted by IIT-Madras. 'The island has shrunk from 20.85 hectares to over three hectares now and the protection and restoration of island and its various ecosystems like coral reefs and seagrass beds will help not only to save the island from further erosion but also to protect the nearby coast and enhance biodiversity, which are vital to sustained livelihood of fisherfolk,' added Ms. Sahu.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Yahoo
Pawnshop ordinance tabled by county commission
PRINCETON – A first reading for a county pawnshop ordinance which would outline how pawnbrokers would report pawned items to the Mercer County Sheriff's Department was tabled Tuesday by the Mercer County Commission. The pawnshop ordinance was on the county commission's agenda for its Tuesday meeting, but Capt. S.A. Sommers with the sheriff's department requested more time to prepare the draft ordinance. Prosecuting Attorney Brian K. Cochran was reviewing the ordinance. Commissioner Greg Puckett moved to table the first reading until the county commission's July 1 meeting. This motion was approved unanimously. Under the propose ordinance, pawnshops would report pawned items to the sheriff's department by using a service called Leads Online instead of paper forms, faxes or Excel spreadsheets. Law enforcement agencies paying to use the website can search for names, serial numbers and descriptions of pawned items. Pawnbrokers can sign up to Leads Online for free, Sommers said. Sheriff A.P. Christian said before Tuesday's meeting that the site lets his department check items pawned across the county. A deputy would need all day to drive to each pawnshop and check items.
Business Insider
31-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Banco Santander downgrades Atresmedia Corporacion de Medios de Comunicacion, S.A (0MJT) to a Hold
Atresmedia Corporacion de Medios de Comunicacion, S.A (0MJT – Research Report) received a Hold rating and a €6.50 price target from Banco Santander analyst today. The company's shares closed yesterday at €6.25. Confident Investing Starts Here: Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter The word on The Street in general, suggests a Hold analyst consensus rating for Atresmedia Corporacion de Medios de Comunicacion, S.A with a €5.23 average price target. 0MJT market cap is currently €1.38B and has a P/E ratio of 11.70.
