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  • Assam: Awareness Campaign Regarding Social Evils Organised in Tinsukia district

    Assam: Awareness Campaign Regarding Social Evils Organised in Tinsukia district

    TINSUKIA: A rally was organised in the Saikhowa Development Block in the Dangari Gaon Panchayat at Dangari Chring of the Tinsukia district on Thursday. The event was organised as a part of the Convergence project under the Assam State Rural Livelihood Mission in order to spread awareness regarding several social evils.

    Several key problems of society were highlighted in this initiative. These included child marriage, drug abuse, and alcoholism among others. Women of the region participated with placards mentioning these social problems and chanting slogans against these problems. A street play was also undertaken as a part of this initiative to raise awareness of these social issues.

    This was followed by an awareness meeting which was organised at the auditorium of the Dangari Goan Panchayat as a part of the same campaign. Officials from multiple departments of the district administration took part in this campaign and gave talks about multiple social issues with their respective prospectives and opinions regarding ways to deal with the same.

    Another awareness campaign on electoral literacy and dropout of students was organized by the extension and awareness cell of Sadiya College in collaboration with the Department of Political Science, IQAC and NSS Unit, Sadiya College at an event ‘Ankuran’ of Tarani Parijat LP School, Sadiya recently. In the programme 7 faculty members of the college participated as resource persons which was attended by the students the school, their guardians and local villagers.

    The programme initiated by Dilip Borah, Head Teacher of Tarani Parijat L.P. School was addressed by Dipendra Kr. Khanal, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Political Science, Sadiya College, emphasized the importance of each vote in democracy and the enrolment of the public in the electoral roll. Nakul Neog, Assistant Professor & Programme Officer, NSS Unit, Sadiya College spoke on the NEP-2020 and its relevance in school education. Monmi Kalita, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Assamese, Sadiya College gave a speech on the importance of girl education. The students of the school also organized a cultural event for the guests. The programme ended with a vote of thanks by Bornali Borah, Assistant Teacher, at Tarani Parijat LP School.

  • Assam: LCB College Organized a 2-day Seminar on “Technology’s Impact on Education and Economy.”

    Assam: LCB College Organized a 2-day Seminar on “Technology’s Impact on Education and Economy.”

    GUWAHATI: LCB College Successfully Organizes National Seminar on Technology and its Impact on Education and Economy

    LCB College, in collaboration with the Department of Economics, Physics, and IQAC, recently conducted a two-day National Seminar on the theme of “Technology: Reshaping Educational and Economic Goals.” The event, sponsored by the Assam Science Technology and Environment Council (ASTEC), NEDFI, and ICFAI Business School, aimed to explore the transformative role of technology in the fields of education and economy.

    The seminar commenced with an inaugural address by Prof. Prodeep Phukan, the esteemed Director of the College Development Council at Gauhati University. Dr. Amarendra Kalita, the Principal of LCB College, delivered the welcome address, expressing his gratitude to all the participants and highlighting the significance of the seminar.

    Dr. Jaydeep Barua, the Director of ASTEC, delivered an insightful speech on the seminar’s theme, shedding light on the profound impact of technology in shaping educational and economic landscapes. Dr. Rumia Begum, Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at LCB College and one of the seminar’s coordinators, elaborated on the objectives and rationale behind organizing this event.

    The seminar witnessed the presentation of 50 papers by academicians, research scholars, and students from renowned universities and colleges across the country and abroad. These papers were presented in both online and offline modes, accommodating the diverse participation.

    The distinguished keynote speaker, Prof. Samir Kumar Pal, a Senior Professor at the S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences in Kolkata, delivered an engaging talk on the utilization of digital innovation in addressing health-related challenges. Prof. Pal shared his research endeavors and the practical applications of his innovations in tackling various health issues.

    Furthermore, special invited talks were delivered by Dr. Utpal Sarma, Professor and Head of the Department of USIC & Instrumentation, and Dr. Hemen Kalita, Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and a Young Scientist Awardee of Gauhati University. Dr. Sarma discussed the potential for collaboration between Humanities & Social Sciences and Science & Technology, while Dr. Kalita highlighted the remarkable properties of “Graphene,” a revolutionary material with the ability to solve real-life problems, such as oil spillage, dye removal from water bodies, and the detection of harmful substances.

    The seminar comprised four technical sessions, each chaired by esteemed individuals from various academic disciplines. Prof. Banti Tiru from the Department of Physics at Gauhati University, Dr. Amarjyoti Mahanta, Assistant Professor in the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences at IIT Guwahati, Dr. Purabi Baishya from the Department of Education at Gauhati University, and Dr. Jumi Kalita, Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics at LCB College, all presided over these sessions.

    The valedictory session was graced by Dr. Nissar Ahmed Barua, a Professor in the Department of Economics at Gauhati University, serving as the Chairperson, and Prof. Kandarpa Kumar Sarma, a Professor in the Department of ECE at Gauhati University, as the Co-Chairperson. They expressed their contentment with the seminar’s organization and shared their insights on the main theme and related sub-themes. Certificates and mementos were presented to the “Best Paper Presenters,” while all other participants received certificates as well.

    The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Jublee Goswami, the Head of the Department of Economics and the Coordinator of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell at LCB College. The successful organization of this national seminar has provided a platform for intellectual discussions and exchange of ideas, contributing to the exploration of technology.

  • People upset due to breaking of culvert in Akrabhatta

    People upset due to breaking of culvert in Akrabhatta

    Sirohi. It rained for three days in Abu Road due to Biprajoy storm. The rains have stopped since Monday, but due to damaged roads in many places, people are facing problems.

    In Akrabhatta, people are facing problems due to the breaking of the culvert on the way to the irrigation colony. Irrigation Colony Niwai Goru Khan told that he has been sitting at home for the last 5 days after the culvert broke. The only access road has been completely destroyed. There is an auto parked at home due to which there is a problem in running the livelihood.

    On the other hand, there is power cut in 24 villages of Bhakhar region after rains, which could not be restored even after 5 days. Panchayat Samiti member Devaram Garasia said that due to inflow of water in the under-construction Battisa dam, the poles and wires of the dam area were submerged, due to which power supply could not be restored in 24 villages of Bhakhar area. The electrical wires will be repaired only after the water is removed from the Battisa dam, after which power will be restored.

  • Heavy rain brings relief from heat in various parts of Odisha

    Heavy rain brings relief from heat in various parts of Odisha

    Bhubaneswar: Rain, lightning, and thunderstorms have occurred in various parts across Odisha bringing much-needed relief from the sweltering heat.

    According to the local MeT office, light to moderate rain and thunderstorms with lightning has affected some parts of Odisha.

    The districts of Puri, Khurda, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Bhadrak, Rayagada, Gajapati, Ganjam, Nawarangpur, Kalahandi And Kandhamal ( Including Bhubaneswar City) within next three hours shall experience rain, lightning, and thunderstorms

    The bulletin further read that, “People are advised to keep a watch on the weather and accordingly move to safer places to protect from lightning strike”

    Waterlogging has been experienced in a few parts of the Capital city of Odisha said various reliable reports.

  • 500 retail liquor shops will remain closed in these states from June 22

    500 retail liquor shops will remain closed in these states from June 22

    Tamil Nadu | State-run TASMAC announced the implementation of the government order (GO) to close 500 retail liquor shops, which will not open from June 22. In Tamil Nadu, the state-run TASMAC announced the implementation of a Government Order (GO) to close 500 liquor retail outlets. These shops will not open from June 22.

    Tamil Nadu minister V. Senthil Balaji had made an announcement in this regard in the state assembly last April. He was then in charge of the Excise Department. Senthil Balaji was arrested last week by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in an alleged ‘cash for job’ scam. Today he has undergone bypass surgery in a private hospital. Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC) said in a statement, “Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. The Government Order (GO) in this regard was issued on April 20, 2023, he said, referring to the announcement made in the Assembly then on “Stalin’s instructions”.

    In this order, 500 retail shops of liquor were asked to be identified and closed. According to TASMAC, “The government has been asked to implement the order to identify those 500 retail outlets in the state and close them with effect from June 22, 2023.” According to the statement issued by TASMAC, “This On this basis, 500 retail shops will remain closed from June 22.” Bhasha Niharika Manisha

  • Delhi government aims to create 6L job opportunities

    Delhi government aims to create 6L job opportunities

    New Delhi: The Delhi government has announced plans to create a staggering 600,000 job opportunities by embarking on an ambitious project to redevelop non-conforming industrial areas.

    Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal expressed his determination to transform all 26 non-conforming industrial areas into recognized conforming industrial areas through a comprehensive redevelopment plan.

    During a high-level meeting held on Wednesday, Kejriwal stated that the redevelopment of these non-conforming industrial areas was crucial for the growth and progress of Delhi’s industrial sector.

    “Once the redevelopment is complete, these areas will be accorded the coveted Conforming Area status, providing a conducive environment for businesses to thrive. Recognizing the financial burden associated with formulating the layout for these areas, the Delhi Government has taken a proactive step by shouldering 90 per cent of the costs, with only 10 per cent of the expenses being borne by the industries,” Kejriwal said.

    The Delhi Government has said that it is firmly committed to the revitalization of Delhi’s industrial landscape, fostering economic growth, and generating employment opportunities.

    During the review meeting, officials from the Department of Industries explained that, as per Delhi’s Master Plan, the demarcation of land for residential, commercial, and industrial use is the responsibility of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA).

    However, when the expansion of residential, commercial, and industrial activities took place in Delhi, the DDA could not keep up with the pace of development.

    As a result, unauthorized colonies began to emerge due to the unavailability of residential colonies in Delhi. The land use in Delhi started to deviate from the Master Plan for other purposes. Industrial clusters were not created in a timely manner by the DDA, leading to the emergence of illegal or non-conforming industrial areas.

    Currently, more than 70 per cent of the land is being used for industrial activities, known as non-conforming industrial areas.

  • Junior Engineer from Sambalpur district of Odisha in Vigilance net

    Junior Engineer from Sambalpur district of Odisha in Vigilance net

    Sambalpur: Tightening its noose around the neck of corrupt Government officials, the sleuths of Odisha Vigilance apprehended a Junior Engineer from Sambalpur district today when she was accepting bribe of Rs 10,000.

    The accused has been identified as Pranati Sahu, Junior Engineer, Batemura and Bargoan GPs, Maneswar Block in Sambalpur district.

    As per reports, Sahu was apprehended by Odisha Vigilance for demanding and accepting undue advantage of Rs.10,000 on Wednesday from a complainant (Grama Sathi) to handover measurement books and all related documents in respect of road works executed by him under MGNREG Scheme in Maneswar Block.

    Based on the above complaint, a trap was laid today, wherein the accused Sahu was caught by the Vigilance sleuths at a newly constructed hall inside Maneswar Block campus while demanding and accepting undue advantage of Rs 10,000 from the complainant.

    The entire bribe money was recovered from the possession of Sahu and was seized in presence of the witnesses. Right hand wash as well as money purse wash of Sahu also gave positive chemical reaction, confirming acceptance and handling of bribe money by her, said a note by Odisha Vigilance.

    Following the trap, simultaneous searches have been launched on the rented residential house of Sahu located at Kuluthkani, Sambalpur and shopping mall running in a rented building at Govindtola under Dhanupali Police limits, Sambalpur and her father-in-law’s house at Bolghantianali under Dereng Police limits in Angul district.

    In this connection, Sambalpur Vigilance PS Case No.17 dated 20.06.2023 U/s 7 Prevention of Corruption Amendment Act, 2018 has been registered. Further investigation of the case is underway.

  • UTP dies while undergoing treatment at hospital in Dhenkanal

    UTP dies while undergoing treatment at hospital in Dhenkanal

    Dhenkanal: An under-trial prisoner (UTP) died while undergoing treatment at the hospital in Dhenkanal district of Odisha on Wednesday.

    The deceased has been identified as Athani Dehuri (42) of Beshalia village under Sadar police station limit.

    As per reports, the UTP died while undergoing treatment at Dhenkanal General Hospital.

    Reportedly, Athani was arrested on last Sunday by the Excise department on the charge of smuggling liquor and sent to the judicial custody on the following day.

    As he fell ill today morning the Jail authorities admitted him in the hospital. However, during the treatment, the doctor declared him dead.

    On the other hand, the family and relatives of the deceased have claimed that he has been beaten to death. The family also complained that they were not informed that Athani was admitted to the hospital.

    The family members have demanded a high-level investigation into the incident.

  • College On Wheels: 1,100 Women Students From J&K To Go On Educational Tour Across India

    College On Wheels: 1,100 Women Students From J&K To Go On Educational Tour Across India

    Around 1,100 women students from different universities of Jammu and Kashmir will go on a “college on wheels”, a rail journey, to different parts of the country later this year, Vice Chancellor of University of Jammu Prof Umesh Rai said on Wednesday.

    “This will be an educational tour and not a pleasure trip … No expenses will be charged from the students who will work on their self-chosen projects during the journey likely to take place at the end of October or early November,” Rai told reporters here on the eve of a special convocation at the university.

    Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, who will be coming here on his maiden visit to Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, will be the chief guest at the convocation.

    The programme will see felicitation of students from 2016-19 and 2017-19 batches with 265 gold medals and 211 PhD degrees.

    Rai lauded J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, who is also chancellor of the University, for releasing funds in advance for the ‘college on wheels.’ “We are in talks with the Navy chief to facilitate the visit of the students to INS Vikrant in Mumbai, and Goa shipyard and docks. We have already spoken to the Director of Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, who will apprise the students about their research labs,” he said.

    Rai said ISRO chairman has also accepted the varsity’s proposal to allow the students to visit their station and take them to Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh.

    “The students will be drawn from different universities and colleges across Jammu and Kashmir. The girls are being taken first,” he said.

    He said that 10 students under the guidance of one mentor will study the problems being faced by people at each place of their visit. Two bogies of the train will be converted into libraries, he added.

    Asked about the delay in holding of convocations, Rai said the university is holding another special convocation followed by a regular convocation to complete the backlog.

    “Whatever the reasons for delay in holding of convocations, we will try to ensure that they are held on a regular basis,” he said.

    The VC also spoke about various initiatives like opening of a centre for skill, innovation, incubation and entrepreneurship development centre the varsity has undertaken.

    He said the university has also created the Gandhian Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies, and a centre of excellence for promotion of Dogri and introducing the Directorate of Hindi.

  • Lawrence Bishnoi’s key aide sent to 5-day NIA custody

    Lawrence Bishnoi’s key aide sent to 5-day NIA custody

    New Delhi: A Delhi court on Wednesday sent Vikas Singh, a key associate of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, to five-day National Investigation Agency (NIA) custody in a case related to the Rocket-propelled Grenade (RPG) attack on Punjab Police’s intelligence headquarters in Mohali in May 2022.

    The agency produced the accused before vacation judge Pawan Kumar of the Patiala House Courts, and sought his seven-day custody for further interrogation.

    Singh, a resident of Lucknow, was arrested on Tuesday for his alleged involvement in harbouring Deepak Surakhpur and Divyanshu, both residents of UP’s Faizabad, of the Lawrence Bishnoi terror syndicate.

    The two were involved in various criminal cases, including the RPG attack.

    Appearing for the NIA, the special public prosecutor submitted that Singh’s custodial interrogation is required to unfurl the criminal conspiracy and his links with the co-accused.

    However, advocate Amit Sinha, appearing for Singh, opposed NIA’s request for remand.

    Considering the facts and submissions, the court observed that custodial interrogation of the accused is required.

    “Accordingly, the application is allowed and the accused be sent to five-day NIA custody,” the court ordered.

    Judge Kumar also directed that the accused should be produced before the court again on June 26, adding that he also has to be medically examined according to the rules.

    The present case relates to the terrorist-gangster conspiracy hatched by members of the Bishnoi syndicates based in India and abroad to raise funds and recruit youth to carry out terrorist acts in Delhi and other parts of the country.

    The investigations so far have shown that the conspiracy was hatched in jails of different states and was being executed by an organised network of operatives based abroad.

    The NIA investigation has revealed that Surakhpur was introduced to Singh by Vicky Midhukhera, another associate and friend of Bishnoi. Singh had connected Divyanshu, who was already known to him, to the Bishnoi syndicate.

    The duo was also involved in numerous targeted contract killings, including those of businessman Sanjay Biyani in Maharashtra and gangster Rana Kandhowalia in Punjab. Singh also harboured another accused named Rinku after Kandowalia’s murder.

    The NIA has arrested 15 accused to date and has charged 14 accused, including Lawrence Bishnoi, in the terror-gangster conspiracy case.

    The NIA had filed the charge sheet in the instant case on March 24 under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, and Arms Act.