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Hans India
a day ago
- General
- Hans India
Preparations in full swing for ‘Shining Stars' prog tomorrow
Anantapur: District Collector Dr Vinod Kumar V directed officials from all concerned departments to make comprehensive arrangements for the prestigious 'Shining Stars' programme scheduled to be held on June 9. During a video conference conducted from the Anantapur District Collectorate camp office on Saturday, the Collector reviewed preparations for the Yogandhra Mass Yoga Event, Shining Stars initiative, and the one-year completion of the current State government. The Collector stated that under the Shining Stars initiative, 184 Class 10 students and 35 Intermediate students would be felicitated with a medal, certificate, and a cash prize of ₹20,000 each. He instructed officials to finalize the venue and ensure that all arrangements are in place for a successful programme. Additionally, he emphasized proper planning for the Yogandhra event to be held on June 8 at Shilparamam in the city. Regarding the completion of one year of the new government on June 12, Dr Vinod Kumar instructed officials to organize inauguration ceremonies on June 11 for various newly sanctioned and ongoing infrastructure projects. He urged department heads to coordinate with local public representatives to make these events impact full. The Collector also emphasized the need to distribute various assets and kickstart development projects in villages, particularly focusing on form ponds and other critical works. He directed Constituency Special Officers to hold meetings with Mandal-level officers and organize constituency-level programmes in coordination. Highlighting a state level event scheduled in Amaravati on June 12 from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM, he advised informing ministers, public representatives, directors, and district officials to participate. He stressed adopting a team approach and ensuring seamless coordination among departments to execute all the planned activities successfully.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Meritorious students to be presented with ‘Shining Star' awards
The Department of School Education has introduced 'Shining Stars Award' to promote academic excellence. A G.O. released to this effect on Friday (June 6) said meritorious students who secure the highest marks in SSC Public Examinations and students who secure the highest marks in each group — MPC, BiPC, HEC and CEC/MEC — in Intermediate Public Examination would be recognising as 'Shining Stars' and given an award comprising a cash prize of ₹20,000, a merit certificate and a medal. Students from both government and private institutions are eligible. In schools, students who secure 500 and above out of the total 600 marks, i.e. equivalent to 83.33 % and above, among OC, BC, SC, ST and Minority sections would be considered for selection in a particular mandal in the SSC exams. Among Children with Special Needs (CwSN) the eligibility for selection is 70% marks and above. For Intermediate students, those who secure 830 and above marks among OC, BC, SC, ST and Minority sections would be considered for selection from a particular district in the Intermediate Public Examinations of the preceding academic year. Among CwSN, those secure 700 marks and above would be considered for selection. The Director of School Education and the Board of Intermediate Education would respectively prepare the list of students eligible to receive the awards.
New Indian Express
5 days ago
- General
- New Indian Express
Lokesh ensures free college admission for three Inter toppers
ONGOLE: HRD Minister N Lokesh directed NTR Junior and Degree College for Women, Gandipet, run by the NTR Memorial Trust, to issue free admission letters to three top-performing Intermediate students. HEC group topper Tammineni Chaturya of Cumbham Government Junior College, who scored 980 marks in the IPE, was offered free admission and IAS coaching under the government's 'Shining Stars' programme. The college extended admission offers to Vallepu Kusuma Sai Lashmi Kumari (CEC, 827 marks) from Krishna and Sarvepalli Rajeswari (MEC, 967 marks) from Guntur. Intermediate Board RIO (Ongole) A Simon Victor and Cumbham College Principal handed over the admission letter to Chaturya.
New Indian Express
21-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
‘Your good show fills me with pride': Nara Lokesh tells SSC toppers
VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh's education system is undergoing a transformative overhaul, drawing nationwide attention, declared HRD, IT and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh on Tuesday. Speaking at the 'Shining Stars' event at his Undavalli residence, he felicitated 47 government school students who secured top ranks in the recent Class X examinations. Each student received a shawl, a medal, and a hamper containing nine inspirational books, including 'Wings of Fire' by APJ Abdul Kalam, 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear, and 'Ratan Tata: A Life' by Thomas Mathew, aimed at fuelling their ambition. 'Your achievements fill me with pride,' Lokesh told the students. 'Despite economic hardships, you've brought honour to your parents. Emulate Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's relentless dedication to public service and pursue your goals with unwavering resolve.' He vowed to position AP's education model as a national benchmark, ensuring government schools rival private institutions. Starting next year, top government school results will be showcased in newspaper advertisements, a practice typically reserved for private schools, he announced. He shared a personal anecdote to inspire resilience, saying, 'I chose Mangalagiri, a constituency Telugu Desam hadn't won since 1984, for my political debut. After losing in 2019, I worked tirelessly for five years, securing one of the State's top three majorities in 2024.' He emphasised, 'There's no substitute for hard work—students must remember this.' Despite formidable challenges, educational reforms are progressing, Lokesh said. Reforms include full fee reimbursement for higher education, postgraduate fee support, and strengthened government junior colleges, which have already yielded stellar Class 10 results. He prioritised girls' education during his Yuvagalam Padayatra, a commitment reflected in new gender-balanced textbook illustrations. 'By June, we'll complete these reforms, making public schools a source of pride,' he said. He hailed the students as 'brand ambassadors' for boosting public trust in government education. Education Secretary Kona Sas hidhar called education 'a powerful weapon to escape poverty,' urging students to aim for greatness like Sundar Pichai or Sunita Williams. 'Your victories, especially from remote areas, will inspire future batches,' he said.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Andhra University releases ICET results, 95.86% of candidates qualify
Visakhapatnam: Andhra University released the results of AP-ICET entrance examination on Tuesday. As many as 95.86% of candidates qualified, which serves as the basis for admissions to MBA and MCA courses in state universities across Andhra Pradesh. AU vice-chancellor Prof GP Rajasekhar and registrar Prof EN Dhanunjaya Rao announced that a total of 37,572 students applied for ICET, of which 34,131 appeared for the test. "Among them, 32,719 candidates qualified. In the male category, 15,863 appeared, and 15,176 qualified. In female category, 18,268 appeared, and 17,543 qualified. The overall pass percentage in ICET was 95.86%. Among those who appeared, 95.66% of males and 96.03% of females qualified, with girls outperforming boys," they said. Manoj Meka from Visakhapatnam clinched the top position, while D Sandeep Reddy from YSR Kadapa district attained second spot. S Krishna Sai from NTR district was third, V Sairam Satvik from Hyderabad was fourth, and R Madhurya from Guntur rounded off the top five positions. Education minister Nara Lokesh congratulated the students who appeared and qualified in the ICET. He announced that the results have been published on the website and could also be obtained via WhatsApp governance number 9552300009. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like They Lost Their Money - Learn From Their Lesson Expertinspector Click Here Undo Expressing hope for a bright future for the qualified students, he extended his best wishes. Lokesh further said that wonders are unfolding in the state's education system due to the reforms initiated in recent months. The minister participated in the 'Shining Stars' event on Tuesday, where 47 students who excelled in the Class X (SSC) exam from govt schools were honoured. "AP is attracting national attention will move forward with determination to establish a model for education in the coming days," he said. As a token of appreciation, nine books authored by national and international role models were gifted to the meritorious students, who also received gift hampers, shawls, and medals. The minister congratulated the students' parents, saying they worked hard to ensure their children's success despite financial difficulties. "The success you have achieved today will inspire confidence in govt education across the society. You are the brand ambassadors of Andhra Pradesh education system. From next year, we will publish advertisements in newspapers showcasing the best results from govt schools, similar to those of private schools. My goal is to elevate govt schools to match the standards of private institutions. I specifically sought the education portfolio from the chief minister, as it is a challenging field. To reach high positions in life, one must choose tough goals and move forward," said Lokesh.
