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Time of India
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- General
- Time of India
MP board relaxes Apaar ID rule, relief for parents, teachers
Indore: In a major relief for parents and schoolteachers across the state, Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) decided to relax the mandatory requirement of Apaar ID for Class 9–12 examination applications in 2025–26 academic session. The Apaar ID, a unique identification number for each student, became a source of stress in recent months. To generate it, the names and addresses of students' parents had to match exactly in both Aadhaar and Samagra databases. Even a minor spelling error meant parents spent hours in long queues at Aadhaar centres or visited municipal corporation zones for Samagra corrections. Teachers were also under pressure to meet strict deadlines for collecting data, often diverting attention from academic work. "Parents were spending days just to correct a single digit or letter in records. The relaxation means we can now focus on teaching rather than paperwork," said Ramesh Arya, a govt school teacher from Indore. The order, issued recently, states that Apaar ID will no longer be mandatory while filling exam forms this year. Instead, education department will organise correction camps at cluster and block levels in the coming months. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas Prices In Dubai Might Be More Affordable Than You Think Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Quote Undo These camps will allow parents to update Aadhaar and Samagra records without the pressure of looming exam deadlines. Sunita Verma, a parent from Rajendra Nagar, welcomed the decision. "We were constantly worried that our children's exam forms might be rejected. Now, we can complete corrections at a relaxed pace and let our children focus on studies." MPBSE officials said the move will ensure that procedural issues do not hinder students' education. "We recognised the challenges being faced and decided to address them proactively," MPBSE spokesperson, Bhupesh Gupta said. The decision is will ease strain on schools and save parents from repeated visits to govt offices. 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
24-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Keeladi excavations: Kanimozhi urges Centre to release report
Chennai: DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi urged Union govt to release the report on Keeladi excavations, alleging the delay is a deliberate attempt to suppress the state's cultural heritage. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now She brought an urgent notice in Lok Sabha on Wednesday, alleging that the 'deliberate' silence of Union govt on the report submitted by archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna was "unacceptable and a disservice to TN's cultural heritage." "Despite scientific validation from internationally accredited labs confirming Keeladi's antiquity, Centre continues to withhold the report," she said, criticising Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) for asking Amarnath to revise the report. She recalled that the excavation was disrupted when Amarnath was abruptly transferred midway through the project. The third phase was later stalled, only to be resumed by state govt in 2018, she said. Kanimozhi added that Amarnath had submitted a comprehensive report on the first two phases to ASI in Jan 2023. However, ASI returned the report requesting revisions for "greater authenticity". She said the report was backed by scientific analysis, including carbon dating from US-based Beta Analytic labs and endorsed by multiple subject experts. Meanwhile, in the Rajya Sabha, DMK MP P Wilson criticised Union govt for alleged discrimination against in allocating central funds. On the final day of his current tenure, Wilson raised concerns about inadequate funding for the state's education sector, particularly under Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, which he said was impacting students. "Union govt should stop showing bias when it comes to funding states such as TN. Students should not be made to suffer due to political differences," Wilson said.
Indian Express
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
CM Patel to inaugurate, lay foundation stones for projects worth ₹358 crore in Banaskantha today
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel is set to visit Suigam, a border village in Banaskantha district, on Thursday, where he will dedicate and launch multiple development projects worth ₹358.37 crore, according to a statement from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO). The CM will reach Suigam at 10 am to inaugurate a newly-constructed bus terminal, built at a cost of ₹1.83 crore, by the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC). He will also flag off 11 new buses, part of the first phase of 1,963 buses being introduced across the state. Later, in Nadabet, he will virtually inaugurate projects worth ₹55.68 crore and lay foundation stones for works amounting to ₹302.69 crore, said the statement. These projects span across key departments including Health, Roads & Buildings, Education, and Energy. Among the major health sector announcements is the foundation stone for a sub-district hospital in Deesa, to be built at a cost of ₹80 crore, along with sub-health centers in six remote villages. At least 45 new classrooms built under the 'Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan' in rural schools of Banaskantha will be inaugurated, and foundation stones will be laid for another 54 classrooms, according to the statement. The CM will also inaugurate three new 66KV substations and lay the foundation for two more, aimed at strengthening electricity supply in the region, with an estimated investment of ₹29 crore, said the CMO release. Following these official functions, Patel will visit the Nadabet Border Outpost (BOP) to interact with personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF), and offer prayers at the Nadeshwari Mata temple. Gujarat Legislative Assembly Speaker Shankarbhai Chaudhary, Minister of Industries and Banaskantha district in-charge Balvantsinh Rajput, along with other dignitaries, will also be present during the day-long ceremonies.
India Today
23-07-2025
- India Today
Madhya Pradesh cop exposes big police-sand mafia nexus, then dies by suicide
A 51-year-old Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in Madhya Pradesh allegedly died by suicide at his official quarters inside a police station premises after accusing his seniors of severe mental harassment, officials said on victim, identified as 51-year-old Pramod Pavan, was posted at Gondan police station in Madhya Pradesh's Datia district. The cop was found hanging at his government accommodation on July multiple videos allegedly recorded just hours before his death, ASI Pavan — seen wearing his uniform — levelled serious allegations of mental harassment, caste-based abuse, and criminal nexus against senior police officers and local mafia figures. In one of the purported videos, dated July 20, Pawan accused Gondan station in-charge Arvind Bhadoria, constable-driver Roop Narayan Yadav, and Tharet station in-charge Anfasul Hasan of mental torture and death the chilling video, Pavan claimed the officers repeatedly denied him leave even for urgent work and did not allow him to meet the Superintendent of Police (SP) to submit a further alleged that a local sand mafia operator, Bablu Yadav, threatened to kill him with the backing of the two station in-charges. He claimed that Bablu Yadav threatened to run him over with a tractor and boasted of his protection from senior officers."Since then, I've been harassed continuously. I haven't been allowed to leave the station to even get my Aadhaar or Samagra cards made. Casteist slurs are hurled at me daily. I can't even eat properly. These men, including Babloo Yadav, have threatened to kill me by running a tractor over me," Pramod Pavan alleges in one of the cop also left behind a suicide note and a formal complaint addressed to SP Suraj Verma dated July 2, which has now gone viral on social media. The note reiterated his allegations of harassment and threats to his the video and suicide note surfaced, Datia SP Suraj Verma told reporters that the complaint "might have been received in the inward register" but claimed he had not seen it. On being asked about action, Verma said the accused officers would be removed from their postings and an impartial investigation would be conducted."The ASI was found hanging to death in his official quarter in the police station premises in the wee hours on Tuesday. Owing to the videos and the allegations levelled in those videos, a thorough probe has been ordered into the entire matter. Godan police station in-charge, Arvind Singh Bhadauria, has been attached to police lines to ensure a transparent probe," Verma added.- Ends
Indian Express
23-07-2025
- Indian Express
Hours before suicide, Madhya Pradesh cop's final videos: Seniors colluding with mafia, torturing me
Videos recorded by a 51-year-old assistant sub-inspector (ASI) hours before he allegedly committed suicide have rocked the police force in Madhya Pradesh's Datia district and prompted an enquiry. The officer, Pramod Pavan, was posted at the Godan police station and was found hanging inside his official quarters in the district early Tuesday. In a series of videos purportedly recorded hours before his death, ASI Pavan, wearing his uniform, accused senior officers and local mafia members of mental harassment, caste abuse, and criminal collusion. In the clips, Pavan alleged that he had been facing harassment ever since he intercepted a tractor-trolley carrying illegally mined sand, allegedly linked to a local mafia operative. 'Since then, I've been denied even basic permissions. I can't leave the station for Aadhaar or Samagra cards. Caste slurs are routine. I've been threatened with being run over by a tractor,' he claimed in one video. Pavan accused his senior of tormenting him and of shielding illegal sand mining and gambling rackets. The officers named in the video have not responded to the allegations. In another video, Pavan claimed illegal gambling dens are being run openly in the area with the backing of the same officers. Hours after his body was discovered hanging in his official residence, the Godan police station in-charge, Arvind Singh Bhadauria, was removed from his post and attached to police lines pending inquiry. A formal investigation has been initiated under the Deputy Superintendent of Police (AJK) to ensure impartiality. A senior police officer said, 'The ASI was found hanging in his official quarters in the police station premises. A thorough probe is underway. Every video will be reviewed objectively, and the documents he shared will be thoroughly scrutinised. No one will be spared if found guilty.'
