Government to create additional infra to set up Sishu Vatikas in state: Odisha CM
BHUBANESWAR: The state government will create additional infrastructure to set up Sishu Vatikas or pre-schools under the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020, said Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday. Speaking at the three-day national workshop on NEP-2020 here, Majhi said Sishu Vatikas will be opened for preschoolers and the emphasis will be on introducing them to foundational literacy and numeracy without putting any pressure. For this purpose, teachers would be appointed, textbooks prepared and teaching aids provided. Giving an overview of NEP implementation in Odisha, the chief minister said the current education system will be replaced by 5+3+3+4 system with focus on improving education infrastructure, learning through games and expanding use of technology in education. The NEP plays an important role in realising the goal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to build a developed India. It can prepare students and youth to build a modern and empowered India, Majhi said. He further added that the government has started taking steps to strengthen primary education in the state. Under the Godabarish Mishra Adarsh Prathamika Vidyalaya scheme, one school in each panchayat of the state is being developed as a model school. Also, efforts are being made to reduce the dropout rate of tribal students with the help of Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha scheme. Union Education minister Dharmendra Pradhan called for preparation of the draft State Curriculum Framework and said the National Curriculum Framework will serve as the basis of it. The NCERT will have to ensure that the curriculum, syllabus and teaching-learning material are fully contextualised to Odishas civilisational and cultural ethos, history, heritage and knowledge traditions. The State Curriculum Framework will be a true embodiment of Odia Asmita, Pradhan added. Elaborating on Sishu Vatika (which is the regional adaptation of Bal Vatika concept), he said a child on attaining age 3, will enter Sishu Vatika-1, and at age 4 they will enter Sishu Vatika-2. Similarly, on attaining 5 years of age, children will enter Sishu Vatika-3. He urged Chief Minister Majhi to launch the primary education under NEP format on any auspicious date in April this year for enrolment of children attaining 5 years age into Sishu Vatika-3 at 63,000 schools. He urged the chief minister to travel along with him to 50,000 villages in the state in May-June to check why students are dropping out of the education system and what can be done to prevent it.
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Skyroot to Invest Rs 500 Cr in Telangana
HYDERABAD: Skyroot Aerospace would invest `500 crore in setting up a private rocket manufacturing, integration and testing unit in Telangana. A memorandum of understanding to this effect was signed between the Telangana government and Skyroot Aero Space at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Tuesday. Expressing his happiness over the agreement, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said he was proud that a Hyderabad-based company had achieved success in the field of cutting-edge technology. He congratulated the youth of Telangana for showcasing their excellent talent in the world and coming forward to invest in the state. The Chief Minister said that the government's partnership with Skyroot Aerospace would demonstrate its strategic vision in the space sector. Revanth Reddy said that Hyderabad would soon be developed as a hub for private sector space activities. Skyroute Aerospace co-founder Pawan Chandana said they are happy to invest in Telangana and would be a part of achieving the goals of Telangana Rising and Hyderabad Rising under the leadership of Revanth Reddy. Similarly, minister D. Sridhar Babu held detailed discussions with the MTC Group on expanding their hub-and-spoke model to Telangana. The Mitsui Japan group holds 25 per cent equity in the MTC Group. During the discussions, various plans and projects, and efforts will begin soon to identify land for their investments in Telangana. Sridhar Babu also welcomed and met Khalid Mohammed Al-Salem, federal minister, and president of the royal commission for Jubail and Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, at the Telangana Pavillion on Tuesday. During their meeting, they discussed a variety of issues and scope for working together and the opportunities for investment into the Telangana Rising vision. The Saudi official assured Sridhar Babu that Saudi Arabia was keen to find the best investment opportunities that also align to the values like sustainability, and long-term impact on people and environment.
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Chelsea beat Wolves to return to English Premier League top four
LONDON: Chelsea overcame a howler from goalkeeper Robert Sanchez to beat relegation-threatened Wolves 3-1 on Monday, ending a five-game winless run to climb back into the Premier League's top four. Enzo Maresca's team were just two points behind leaders Liverpool in mid-December, raising hopes of an unlikely title challenge before losing their way. Now they are back on track to qualify for next season's Champions League after second-half goals from Marc Cucurella and Noni Madueke spared Sanchez's blushes. The Spanish goalkeeper had dropped the ball moments before half-time, allowing Matt Doherty to cancel out Tosin Adarabioyo's opener. Maresca said Chelsea had dominated the first 40 minutes before problems that have haunted them in recent weeks returned. We lost a little bit of confidence, we conceded a goal and we started to struggle a little bit and then the second half I think we started quite well and then after the second and third goals the game was in control, he told Sky Sports . He added: In the past five games we didn't win but I said many times that the performance was there. We created many chances, we didn't score and tonight finally we scored three goals. Adarabioyo nets his first for Chelsea Chelsea's top-scorer Cole Palmer, a doubt before the game, was fit to start as Maresca made five changes from last week's draw against Bournemouth including bringing in centre-back Trevoh Chalobah, recalled from his loan spell at Crystal Palace. The home side dominated possession in the early stages and Palmer had a couple of early efforts, curling one wide and forcing Jose Sa into a diving save. The home side were rewarded for their dominance midway through the first half when Adarabioyo fired home for his first Premier League goal for the club. The defender controlled the ball well after it was deflected into his path from Reece James's shot from the edge of the box. A number of Chelsea players were in offside positions in a crowded penalty area and the flag was raised but the on-field decision was overturned after a VAR check. Sanchez blunder Wolves, anaemic in attack for most of the first half, came back into the game as half-time approached, scoring with their first shot on target thanks to Sanchez's error. The visitors won a corner and the goalkeeper dropped the inswinging delivery from Matheus Cunha under intense pressure when he could have punched clear, with Doherty poking home. The home side started the second half brightly and were back in front on the hour mark when Cucurella hooked home on the stretch after Madueke's cross was flicked on by Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. Five minutes later Chelsea had a two-goal cushion when Madueke scored his fourth goal of the season against Wolves, heading home Chalobah's goal-bound effort. Sanchez palmed a Cunha shot behind with 10 minutes to go but Chelsea were largely comfortable despite the occasional minor scare and leapfrogged Newcastle and Manchester City, whom they face next. Former Leicester boss Maresca, in his first season in charge at Stamford Bridge, stubbornly insisted his team were not in the title race even when they were flying high after five straight wins from late November. Starting with a 0-0 draw at Everton just before Christmas, they took just three points from five games before returning to winning ways on Monday. Wolves, who have conceded a league-high 51 goals, are outside the relegation zone on goal difference alone after three straight defeats following a bright start for new manager Vitor Pereira. League standings:
Mbappe dispels doubts before crucial Real Madrid Champions League clash
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Tata Power DDL inks pact with groups EV charging arm to develop charging infra in Delhi
NEW DELHI, Jan 21:Tata Power Delhi Distribution on Tuesday announced its partnership with Tata Power EV Charging Solutions Ltd for developing public electric vehicle charging infrastructure at Delhi Municipal Corporation sites. The tie up aims to promote the adoption of electric vehicles in Delhi, aligning with Tata Power-DDLs vision of a Green Tomorrow and supporting Indias goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2070, according to a statement. Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd (Tata Power-DDL), a power utility supplying [] The post Tata Power DDL inks pact with groups EV charging arm to develop charging infra in Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Davos: In a major breakthrough, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy convinced Hein Schumacher, CEO, Unilever, during a hard sell, to set up two manufacturing units in Telangana. Unilever, a global FMCG major, which operates as Hindustan Liver in India, has so far had no significant presence in Telangana. Along with IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu and officials of the Telangana Rising delegation, during their meeting with Hein Schumacher, CEO, Unilever, and Willem Uijen, Chief Supply Chain Officer, Unilever, while discussing investments and business opportunities for Unilever in Telangana, Revanth Reddy showcased the extraordinary locational advantages, where the land-locked state can actually be the gateway and bridge to several states in the south of India, and other states in the east, west and central India. He spoke to the Unilever CEO and Global Supply Chain Officer the advantages in supply chain and logistics manufacturing in Telangana would provide, besides additional strengths and factors of appeal like a huge consumption-driven market, peerless ease of doing business, progressive policies benchmarked to the best in the world and the extraordinary vision for 2050 Telangana Rising. While Unilever has multiple manufacturing sites in India, its presence in Telangana has so far been sadly near negligible. Revanth Reddy, during the interaction, requested the Unilever team to consider those lines of activity which are showing high growth in India, and to locate such domains in India. Responding with great alacrity and spontaneity, Unilever CEO announced that they would locate a palm oil facility and refining unit in Telangana. Revanth Reddy offered fullest support and offered any suitable location in Kamareddy district. The Unilever team also agreed to set up a new manufacturing unit for producing battle caps. Since many products of Unilever are sold in liquid form in bottles and currently huge quantities are being imported, it would be a huge fill-up to Telangana manufacturing thrust to have the Unilever unit in the state. Welcoming Unilever to Telangana, Chief Minister said, We are here to fully support the major entry and growth of Unilever in our State. We must grow together, but without also losing sight of larger sustainability and fairness goals for people and the planet.
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KOLKATA, Jan 21: Bandhan Life Insurance has launched the Bandhan Life Guaranteed Income Plan nationwide. This plan offers policyholders a reliable income stream from the very first month, along with life insurance coverage- making it an ideal solution for both short-term needs and long-term financial goals. The plan addresses diverse needs like funding a childs education, securing retirement, or achieving significant life milestones. With its flexible structure and guaranteed benefits, the plan is an ideal choice for those seeking financial [] The post Bandhan Life Insurance launches Guaranteed Income Plan with assured immediate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Gariaband (Chhattisgarh): Fourteen Naxals were killed in an encounter with Chhattisgarh police at the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border on Monday, the Chhattisgarh Police stated. According to the police, a member of the Naxal group, who had a bounty of 1 crore rupees on his head, was also killed in the encounter. According to the police the encounter is still underway and more details are awaited on the matter. On January 17, two Border Security Force (BSF) jawans sustained injuries after Naxals set off an improvised explosive device (IED) in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district. The incident happened when in the morning when a BSF road-opening party was being deployed up between Camp Garpa and Garpa village, added the police official. The incident has been confirmed by Narayanpur SP Prabhat Kumar and detailed information will be shared by the officials later in the day. On January 16, two CRPF jawans were injured in a pressure IED blast planted by Naxalites near Putkel village under the Basaguda police station in Bijapur district. On January 12, five Naxalites including two women were killed in an encounter with security forces in Bijapur. Several automatic and other weapons and explosives were recovered from the forests under the National Park area of the Bijapur district. The recovered weapons included one SLR rifle, one 12-bore rifle, two single-shot rifles, one BGL launcher, and one locally made Bharmar gun, along with explosives, Maoist literature, and other Naxal materials. Speaking to ANI about the South Bastar naxal encounter, IG Bastar P Sundarraj said, Bodies of 12 Naxalites, including 5 women, were recovered in the encounter that took place at 9 pm between security forces and Naxalites on January 16. A large number of arms and ammunition were also recovered. We are moving ahead in our goal of taking action against Naxalism, said P Sundarraj.
Pritam Kotal set to make Chennaiyin FC debut
CHENNAI: Chennaiyin FC will face league leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday for a high-stakes Indian Super League clash. The match will present the first opportunity for the Chennaiyin fans to see new signing Pritam Kotal in action after the defender joined from Kerala Blasters FC. Should he make an appearance, Kotal will face his former side Mohun Bagan and assistant coach Noel Wilson is hoping for a quick impact from the Indian defender. Most of this season we have not had a settled defence. We have been forced into changes due to injuries or suspensions. Owen (Coyle) knows better but Pritam (Kotal) coming in will help us better in defence. I am sure Pritam will make our defence stronger, said Noel Wilson on Monday. Anirudh shines All round display by P Anirudh (3/11, 44 n.o) propelled SBOA (Anna Nagar) to beat Ebenezer MHSS (Korattur) by nine wickets in the final of the CSK-Thiruvallur DCA U-15 inter-school cricket tournament. Brief scores: Final: Ebenezer MHSS (Korattur) 119 in 29.5 ovs (K Krish 34, P Anirudh 3/11) lost to SBOA (Anna Nagar) 120/1 in 26.2 ovs (P Anirudh 44 n.o). Sriram stars in Jayendra win Riding on A Srirams 58, Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Vidyalaya, Kovai defeated Holy Saint, Bengaluru by two runs in a thrilling match of the Junior Super Kings inter-school T20 championship played at ICL grounds, Sankar Nagar, Tirunelveli. Brief scores: Shree Ram Vidya Mandir, Colvale, Goa 49/9 in 15 ovs (N Karthik Verma 4/ 8) lost to ACA School, Andhra 50 for no loss in 6.2 ovs; St Bedes, Chennai 193/6 in 15 ovs (Josh Shane Francis 66, M Saravana Sangeeth Rajan 3/ 29) bt Sri Jayendra SGJ, Tirunelveli 78/8 in 15 ovs (M Saravana Sangeeth Rajan 29); Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Vidyalaya, Kovai 111/6 in 15 ovs (A Sriram 58, Krushna V Rao 3/13) bt Holy Saint, Bengaluru 109/5 in15 ovs (K Vedaraj 35); MS Dhoni Global, Hosur 87/3 in 12 ovs (Lalit Arjun 41 n.o) lost to Nellai Nadar, Chennai 91/4 in 10.1 ovs. CFC & Norwich City FC inter-school championship Chennaiyin FC, partnering with Norwich City FC will organise the CFC-NCFC inter-school football championship to be held at MCC School (Chetpet) from Friday, Jan 24, 2025. About 64 teams will be competing in the Under-12 and Under-14 categories. The initiative is to promote football at the grassroots level in Tamil Nadu. The tournament provides the players a platform to showcase their skills to the club (CFC) academy scouts. With the additional support of the Reliance Foundation, the tournament is part of a wider partnership initiated in April 2024 between Chennaiyin FC and Norwich City FC, focused on talent cultivation, promoting a vibrant football culture in the area, and enhancing the grassroots development of the sport. In the future, we aim to expand this initiative beyond Chennai to other districts such as Coimbatore, Trichy, and Salem. Gradually we envision making this a Tamil Nadu-wide championship, uniting young footballers from across the state, said CFCs Head of Marketing, Neel Jayaram, on Monday.
Young Woman from Nagpur Dies in Paragliding Accident in Goa
Nagpur: Nagpur: A 27-year-old woman from Nagpur, Shivani Ishwar Dable, tragically lost her life in a paragliding accident in Goa while celebrating the New Year with her friends. The incident occurred on January 18 at Querim in North Goa. Shivani, a resident of Plot No. 18, Vishwakarma Nagar, Galli number 4, in the city succumbed [] The post Young Woman from Nagpur Dies in Paragliding Accident in Goa appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
Spurs recall forward Dane Scarlett from Oxford loan
London, Jan 20: Tottenham Hotspur have recalled forward Dane Scarlett from his loan at Oxford United amidst the severe injury crisis that the side has been facing in recent times. The striker joined the Championship side on loan in August and made 22 appearances for them in all competitions, scoring four goals. A product of [] The post Spurs recall forward Dane Scarlett from Oxford loan appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Tata Power and OREDA Join Forces to Boost Rooftop Solar Adoption in Odisha
Bhubaneswar: Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), a subsidiary of Tata Power and a key player in Indias renewable energy sector, has partnered with the Odisha Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (OREDA) to accelerate the adoption of rooftop solar systems in Odisha under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana (PMSGY). The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Shri Saidutta Biplab Keshari Pradhan, CEO of OREDA, and Dr. Praveer Sinha, CEO & MD of Tata Power, in the presence of Odishas Deputy Chief Minister K.V. Singh Deo and Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja. This initiative aims to expand Odishas renewable energy footprint by promoting accessible and affordable solar energy solutions, implemented through Tata Powers four DISCOMs in the state. The program focuses on increasing public awareness and streamlining solar adoption for residential consumers. Speaking on the collaboration, Dr. Praveer Sinha said, This partnership underscores Tata Power's commitment to Odishas development and the states renewable energy goals. We are proud to support the PM Surya Ghar Yojana and work with the state government to mainstream solar power. TPREL, identified as a preferred partner by OREDA, will ensure the provision of reliable and efficient solar solutions with lifetime care. As part of the initiative, awareness drives will be conducted at high-visibility locations such as airports, malls, and railway stations. The company will also develop educational materials on renewable energy, train rooftop installation personnel, and engage with local communities to foster technical expertise. OREDA CEO Shri Pradhan highlighted the states vast solar energy potential, stating, Our partnership with Tata Power is a crucial step in harnessing Odishas solar resources to meet the states energy demands sustainably. Together, we aim to empower consumers and accelerate renewable energy adoption. Odisha, which offers the highest solar subsidies in India, is set to lead the solar revolution, significantly reducing financial barriers for consumers. The initial rollout of the initiative will focus on key cities, including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, Paradip, Berhampur, Sambalpur, Balasore, and Rourkela, with plans to expand statewide. OREDA and Tata Power will jointly oversee public awareness campaigns, guide government agencies, and conduct regular reviews to ensure the programs success, marking a significant step toward a sustainable energy future for Odisha.
Nefertiti collected Rs 1.35 crore in December, thanks to KSRTC!
KOCHI: Nefertiti the first sea-going luxury cruise liner of the Kerala Shipping and Inland Navigation Corporation (KSINC) raked in an impressive revenue collection of Rs 1.35 crore in December, thanks to the KSRTC, which has emerged as its top client for the first time. Its a win-win scenario for both the state-run agencies. The KSRTCs Budget Tourism Cell brought us a revenue of Rs 30 lakh last month with its Nefertiti tour package. The next best performer was a travel agent, bringing us a business of Rs 27 lakh. There has been a steady rise in the number of visitors availing of the KSRTC tour scheme since September. The cash-strapped KSRTC also stands to benefit from this, said KSINC commercial manager Cyril V Abraham. The three-decker cruise ship boasts world-class facilities, including a lounge bar, auditorium, banquet hall, 100-seat 3D theatre, restaurant, sun deck and childrens play area among others. It conducted 30 trips in December last year to cater to the tourists arriving in KSRTC buses from various places across the state during the holiday season. The cruise will take the visitors to the scenic Kochi backwaters and the Arabian Sea for five hours. The cruise liner conducted 43 trips in December, out of which 30 carried the tourists who booked the Nefertiti Evening DJ Cruise programme through KSRTC. Among the KSINC vessels, the highest number of trips conducted in December was the two Sagararani sea cruise vessels, which operated 85 trips in total. KSINC also conducted 47 backwater trips through its mini-cruise vessels Michella, Cleopatra and Sooryamshu, the official said. KSRTC starts individual bookings for Nefertiti With its group packages, being conducted from all its depots from Kasaragod to Parassala, turning out to be a hit, the KSRTC BTC has started taking individual bookings as well. This means a person can book the Nefertiti package individually without travelling in the KSRTC bus at the same online rate offered by the KSINC. We started accepting individual bookings from December. Now, anyone can book the Nefertiti package by calling the dedicated number 9846475874, said a senior BTC official. A total of 3,477 passengers availed the Nefertiti package of the KSRTC BTC since the sea-going cruise ship resumed operation in September 2024, after undergoing a major dry-docking in Goa, that cost over Rs 3 crore. Weve operated a total of 91 trips so far since September, and will complete a century by the coming month, the official said. Soon, Nefertiti to boast 12 D theatre Tourists could soon have a further exhilarating experience on board Nefertiti as the KSINC authorities plan to set up a 12-D theatre in the vessel. Visitors can experience a series of special effects, including wind effects, water spray, fog, lighting, bubble generators and leg ticklers. It will cost us Rs 20 lakh and well be readying the same before the start of the next tourism season in September. Currently, the 12 D theatre is available only at Munnar, the KSINC official said. The Egyptian-themed ship is named after Nefertiti, an Egyptian queen and wife of Pharaoh Akhenaten during the 14th century B.C, and literally translates to beautiful companion.
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Ensure 100 per cent funds expenditure before budget: Odisha CM to secretaries
BHUBANESWAR : Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday asked secretaries to achieve 100 per cent utilisation of funds in their respective departments within the next two months before the state government places its 2025-26 budget in the Assembly. Presiding over the meeting of his council of ministers which stretched for more than five hours, the chief minister called upon the secretaries to move out of their perfunctory routines and strive for something new and innovative in departments under them to achieve the goals of Viksit Odisha. You should be innovative and try to implement long-term programmes. People-oriented welfare programmes should get priority, he emphasised. The chief minister said that the state government has received 3.20 lakh proposals and opinions for the Viksit Odisha Vision Document 2036. The government can accept good proposals and suggestions from these, he said and asked the top officials to strengthen functioning in their departments. Majhi reviewed expenditure of funds allocated in the 2024-25 budget by different departments. He asked several departments which were lagging behind to speed up spending and reach the target of 100 per cent expenditure by the 2025-26 budget. Implementation of different social security schemes, improvement in healthcare infrastructure and facilities, the survey to be conducted for identifying beneficiaries for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Rural, Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana and progress in piped drinking water schemes were reviewed specifically by the chief minister. Besides, he reviewed the progress of construction of bridges and roads by the Works and Rural Development departments. He also discussed the condition of national highways in different areas of the state and wanted to know how their repair and upgradation can be expedited. He also discussed about the proposal to set up cold storages by the government and payment to beneficiaries of Subhadra scheme in fourth phase of the first installment. The chief minister discussed the details of the Utkarsh Odisha: Make-in-Odisha conclave to be organised by the state government on January 28 and 29 with the ministers and officials. Chief secretary Manoj Ahuja, development commissioner Anu Garg and other senior officials were present.
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BENGALURU: In a short time, Bengaluru has gone from being a sleepy city to the IT capital of India with people across the nation coming here to build successful careers. But how does the city fare in supporting working women? A recently released survey conducted by the Avtar Group put Bengaluru right at the top overtaking Chennai, Mumbai, and Hyderabad to become the best city for working women in India, based on criteria like city liveability, safety, womens representation in employment, inclusivity of women in organisations across industries, transport, quality of life, and more. We asked professionals is Bengaluru really the best place for working women? KM Chaitanya, film director The Kannada film industry has to go a long way in terms of inclusion. While we have a lot of women actors; technicians and women directors are few. The scenario is changing now with more and more women stepping in and becoming cinematographers, editors, associate directors and quite a few successful directors. In terms of creating a safe working environment, theres much that needs to be done. We need a committee of women who will oversee complaints about any kind of harassment at the workplace in the film industry. Lahari, advertising professional Within the creative industry in Bengaluru, theres an expectation to put in extra hours regardless of your gender. But when you end up staying in the office until midnight, there are no provisions to get home safely. This is especially uncomfortable for women who travel great distances to get to work. Corporations tend to have better facilities for women employees but the contrast is very stark. Anumitra Ghosh Dastidar, chef I have worked all over India in Mumbai, Delhi, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Goa, Kolkata, Guwahati, and Bengaluru. In the F&B industry, the ratio of women working as chefs is very low its a very male-dominated field. But Bengaluru has more possibilities. When I worked in Goa, no bus was available after 6pm so we would give earlier shifts to women. But here, there are women in my team who take the bus home at 10pm and feel safe doing so and we have not had any issues. Athul Madhav, programme manager, IISc Bangalore When it comes to work opportunities for women, Bengaluru is far better than Thrissur, Kerala, where I grew up. The representation and opportunities women receive are actually positive, and theyre doing a really great job. However, when it comes to safety, Im sceptical. Numerous horrific incidents involving working women have been reported in the media over the last two years. Personally, I know colleagues and friends who have experienced similar incidents. How can such a city be considered safe for women? Preethi Srinivasan, tennis coach As a tennis coach, I was definitely better recognised in Bengaluru compared to Chennai. I was not as guarded and didnt have to worry too much about how others perceived me because people were minding their own business. The remuneration was also better in Bengaluru because of the higher standard of living. The traffic is really bad but you can plan around that and still have a good work-life balance. Sneha Nair, student in Chennai I moved to Chennai from Bengaluru and can say that Bengaluru is definitely more inclusive. I live in a hostel for masters students and working women. Even though theyre taking rent from the working women, they demand that parents be present for admission and call parents if they break curfew. Its also common for flat owners to ask about their parents if renting to working women. They seem to think of women as dependents and not as individuals. Subhashree M, student One can see women from different cultural backgrounds in Bengaluru which is very comforting for women who are trying to live away from their homes. People in Bengaluru are also usually less judgemental than people in Chennai. A woman can go out partying, wear what she wants or even go for a jog in the morning without feeling judged.
Coal minister GK Reddy asks states to ensure timely operation of all auctioned mines
BHUBANESWAR : Union minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy on Monday called upon states to expedite operationalisation of major mineral and coal blocks which have been auctioned since 2015 but are yet to be made functional. Addressing the inaugural session of the third national mines ministers conference at Konark, Reddy stressed the need to operationalise auctioned mines to harness the untapped mineral resources for rapid economic growth of the country. More than 442 mineral blocks have auctioned since 2015 but a vast majority of them are still not operational despite the Narendra Modi government bringing in major reforms in the Mining and Mineral (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, he said. Many states are doing well but some are lagging behind. The auction objective will be defeated if the mines remain non-operational, Reddy said while appealing to the states to grant statutory clearances in mission mode and ensure that the operators do not face problems due to administrative issues. The doors of the Coal and Mines ministries are always open for the states and other stakeholders. The Centre is always ready to sort out any problem encountered during the auction process or operationalisation of mines, Reddy said. Emphasising the role of states in auctioning of critical and strategic mineral blocks, the minister said the central government is giving maximum thrust on exploration of critical minerals to meet its energy security and net zero goals through the National Critical Minerals Mission. Odisha aims to be global leader in mining: Majhi The Mission announced in the Union budget is shortly going to get cabinet approval. It aims to increase domestic production, recycling, and overseas acquisitions of critical minerals. I appeal all states and private stakeholders to work hand-in-hand with the Centre to achieve the goal, he added. Inaugurating the two-day conference, Chief Minister Mohan Charna Majhi said Odishas vision is to be global leader by leveraging its mineral wealth. The state government aims at achieving sustainable development with sustainable mining activities, he stressed. I belong to the most mineral-rich district of Keonjhar but the people there have not got the benefit of the resources. Odisha truly is Ratnagarbha, a treasure trove of natural wealth, but unfortunately, till now, it has not achieved its true potential because of various reasons including lack of political will, he said. Majhi, however, said Odisha is poised to play a pivotal role in the Indias transformation, particularly as part of the Purvodaya Mission, by being the growth engine of Viksit Bharat. Highlighting the achievements of the mines ministry in the last 10 years, Union secretary VL Kantha Rao spoke about the roadmap prepared by the Centre to increase the pace of reforms in the mining sector.
OREDA and Tata Power tie up to give a push to rooftop solar power shift in Odisha
BHUBANESWAR : Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), a subsidiary of Tata Power, has signed an MoU with the Odisha Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (OREDA), the states nodal agency for renewable energy, to accelerate rooftop solar power adoption among residential customers under PM Surya Ghar programme. Tata Power, which manages power distribution in Odisha through its four distribution companies (discoms) in partnership with the state government, will implement the scheme. The MoU was signed by OREDA CEO Saidutta Biplab Keshari Pradhan and CEO&MD, Tata Power, Praveer Sinha in the presence of deputy chief minister KV Singh Deo, who holds the Energy portfolio, and chief secretary Manoj Ahuja. This collaboration aims to accelerate solar energy adoption through enhanced public awareness and seamless implementation of accessible and affordable solar energy solutions across Odisha. As a preferred solar partner of OREDA, TPREL will play a pivotal role by ensuring reliable and hassle-free solar solutions with lifetime care. Odisha is pioneering the solar revolution as the state with the highest solar subsidies in the country which significantly reduces the financial burden on the consumer and enables easy adoption. The state offers up to Rs 60,000 in subsidies for up to 3 KW rooftop solar adoption. Along with Rs 78,000 of central government subsidy, the total subsidy available to consumers is up to Rs 1,38,000 for up to 3 KW rooftop units. The state has set a target to solarise 3 lakh households in the next three years till 2027, ensuring low-cost clean energy availability, officials said. This collaboration with OREDA underscores Tata Powers commitment to the state and its people. We are proud to support the PM Surya Ghar Yojana and are aligned with the state governments vision of mainstreaming solar power, said Sinha. The OREDA CEO said, Odisha is blessed with vast solar energy potential that must be harnessed effectively to meet the growing energy demands. With Tata Powers expertise and OREDAs resources, we will accelerate the adoption of renewable energy, empowering consumers and contributing meaningfully to the states energy goals.
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Shikha Mukerjee | Netas & the Indian State: Reflect first, speak later
One-upmanship is a silly sort of competition. When sensationalism sinks to the point of delivering one-liners, that too simplifications without content, then it makes no sense. The best that can be said about the political class is that they need to take a break, go into self-imposed silence and reflect on what they say to feed their attention-seeking syndrome. Rahul Gandhis declaration that the Congress is in a fight against the Indian State even though he qualified it by explaining it had been captured by the BJP and the RSS is one example. The other is RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats counter factual, or alt fact, that Indias true independence was achieved on January 22, 2024 with the consecration of the Ram Mandir at Ayodhya, that is, Independent India is barely a year old! Rahul Gandhi, however, is not alone in thinking that the Indian State is now captive; at a public meeting in Kolkata, the CPI(M) coordinator Prakash Karat (a temporary assignment he had to accept after the passing of general secretary Sitaram Yechury) repeated that the Indian State had been captured by the BJP and RSS, imperilling secularism and democracy. Both Rahul Gandhi and Mr Karat seem to be interpreting what Vladimir Lenin said a long time ago, in State and Revolution: No, democracy is not identical with majority rule. Democracy is a State which recognises the subjection of the minority to the majority, that is, an organisation for the systematic use of force by one part of the population against another. To be fair, one part of Mohan Bhagwats bizarre claim about the date of Indias Independence as not August 15, 1947 has a basis in his ideology. His discovery is in line with the grand design for Akhand Bharat and Hindu Rashtra dreamt up by the founding fathers of the RSS. To that extent, the claim about January 22, 2024 in RSS lore can go down as one step forward, at a stretch, in the Hindu Right direction. Indulging in making noise that signifies nothing or almost nothing is, it appears, a shared affliction of the two big parties in India claiming to represent the nation. There is, however, a fundamental difference between the Congress and the RSS. The RSS does not directly contest elections or form governments; its members do, albeit as BJP representatives. The RSS and its chief cannot be held to account in the same way as the Congress or BJP, both registered political parties that contest elections and fight over acquiring the power, actually coercive power, of the Indian State to get things done, no matter what those things are. There is also a difference between the Congress and the BJP; the Congress is 140 years old, whereas the BJP was established after dissolving the Jan Sangh in 1980. That apart, Mr Gandhi is not just a Congress leader, even if he is the de facto boss of the party; he was nurtured and groomed, if not to lead, then at the very least to be politically savvy. He must know what every high school student knows, that the Indian State is more than the government formed by the political party or coalition of parties that have a majority in the Lok Sabha. To declare that the Indian State is captive without explaining what part of the State he believed had been captured and how is the sort of empty-headed frivolity that passes for serious political discussion on the social media. If the statements by Mohan Bhagwat and Rahul Gandhi were intended as the sort of unique hook that tends to go viral on social media, they succeeded. Viral information has a short life and the two statements have temporarily sunk in terms of circulating at vertiginous speed. It is almost certain that Mohan Bhagwats statement will resurface on social media soon as the first anniversary of the Ram Mandir approaches. It will be definitely amplified by Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath and other aggressive Hindu Right advocates, who will doubtless use the occasion to reiterate the theme of Batange toh Katange, divided is death, to titillate the sensation seeking core voters of the BJP. Neither the righteously indignant critics of Rahul Gandhi nor the Narendra Modi 3.0 government, however, are feisty or maybe courageous enough to brand as mad, a lot of people who declared a long time ago that their raison detre is to fight against the Indian State, especially its coercive power. For starters, the Maoists or Left extremists in Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha and West Bengal have been locked in a fight against the Indian State since the 1960s. Insurgent outfits, including the Paresh Barua-led United Liberation Front of Asom, are at war with the Indian State. By signing ceasefire agreements with outfits like the NSCN(K) Niki Sumi faction, the Indian State recognises that these are bona-fide anti-State entities. There are others. If Rahul Gandhi were politically smarter, he should have defined the nature of the fight, its purpose and goals when he said the Congress was engaged in a fight against the Indian State. He had a captive audience of party leaders who could have amplified it and spread it, since he delivered the punch line at the inauguration of the new Congress headquarters. By failing to do so, it seemed that Rahul Gandhi had no clue of what his one-liner really meant vis--vis lived reality of the Indian people. There are a lot of people, who are not Maoists, insurgents or extremists, who are unhappy with the Indian State. That does not make them urban Naxals; they cannot be charged with treason as a shrill and defensive BJP media counter campaign insisted. Nor are these people mad and they certainly should not be locked up and removed from the public sphere, as BJP spokespersons demanded. The recommendation to lock away Rahul Gandhi is revealing of how deeply embedded in the BJP psyche is the belief that all it has to do is to define, classify people, that is label them as mad, Urban Naxals, anti-nationals, anti-Hindu in order to control, and regulate them. The real political task, as Michel Foucault and Noam Chomsky in conversation about Human Nature identified, was to criticise and unmask the working of institutions and the political violence that has always exercised itself obscurely through them, which is what fighting the Indian State ought to mean. It would seriously benefit the Congress leadership and the BJP, though for different reasons, to take a temporary vow of silence to reflect on the substance of what they say.
Four fraudsters held for duping tourists through online booking of non-existent villas in Goa
Panaji: Four persons were arrested on Monday for allegedly cheating hundreds of tourists by making fake bookings for them in non-existing villas in Goa through online platforms, police said. The accused operated out of a rented place in Hyderabad and had been duping tourists since 2022, ssuperintendent of police, Goa north, Akshat Kaushal said. The accused, Saurabh Duseja, a resident of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and Hyderabad residents Sayed Ali Mukhtar, Mohammad Firoz and Mohammad Azharuddin Saif, were involved in the multi-crore scam. Kaushal said that the scam came to light following a complaint by a Chandigarh resident, who was cheated of `20,000 while attempting to book a villa online. Upon arriving at the location, he discovered the villa did not exist. Operating from a rented room in Hyderabad, the accused would field calls from potential victims and use female telephone operators to build trust, he said. Kaushal said that the gang dupes unsuspecting tourists by exploiting loopholes on online booking platforms. The accused cheated tourists by listing non-existent properties for rent and collected advance payments through multiple bank accounts, he said. The SP said the Goa police recently received several complaints about online fraudsters targeting tourists. The victims said they were duped by fake villa listings on online booking platforms, where they were asked to pay advance for non-existent properties. As per initial investigations, more than 500 people have fallen prey to this scam. Efforts are underway to contact the victims and formally record their complaints, he said.
Guntur cybercrime police arrest social media fraudster at Indo-Nepal Border
Vijayawada: A team of the Guntur Cyber Crime Police has arrested a person who impersonated as Telugu Desam NRI convener for defrauding several persons in the guise of providing them medical assistance. The accused, Konduri Rajesh (34), was caught at the Indo-Nepal border in Panitanki, Darjeeling district of West Bengal, after a manhunt by the AP CID team. Police here said in a media release that the accused had fled to Goa, then to the Andaman Islands, and subsequently to Nepal via Uttar Pradesh and he continued his fraudulent activities there too. The accused exploited social media by monitoring hashtags like #help_@naralokesh, #help_@pawankalyan, and #help_@ncbn on Twitter to identify potential victims seeking medical and financial assistance. He used disposable US phone numbers to contact victims through WhatsApp and posed as the TDP NRI Convener. To make his scam appear real, he used AP IT minister Nara Lokesh's photograph and sent fake bank credit receipts to the victims, the media release said. He would then follow up with calls from Indian numbers, pretending to be bank managers, and convince victims to deposit money into his accounts under the pretext of (beneficiary) charges. The investigation has revealed that the accused Rajesh is facing nine cases registered under various sections of the BNS and IT Act. Some even cases in Andhra Pradesh and two in Telangana were registered last year. These were in addition to four cases registered in Telangana during 2022-2023. The amounts defrauded in the nine recent cases total `54.34 lakh, the release added. The release said the police received 1,614 complaints against him in total, of which nine have been formally registered as cases. Two additional complaints are pending registration in AP and four in Telangana, involving a fraud of `3 lakh. The cumulative amount lost by victims across all cases is estimated at `57 lakh. The arrest came after a 15-day operation by the investigation team through West Bengal, working in collaboration with the police network there. The accused was caught at Panitanki, under the jurisdiction of Kharibari police station in Darjeeling.
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Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand to Drive India's Economic Growth by 2047: CM Majhi
Bhubaneswar : The mineral-rich states of Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand will play a pivotal role in driving Indias economic growth and achieving the dream of a developed nation by 2047, said Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the 3rd National Mines Ministers Conference held in Konark on Monday. Highlighting the significance of the event, Majhi said it was fitting for Odisha, one of the country's richest mineral-bearing states, to host the conference. He emphasised the region's contribution to Indias economy, noting that the three states supply over two-thirds of the countrys demand for base metals. Our Prime Minister Narendra Modi has rightly referred to Eastern India as Purvadoya. To fulfill his vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, Odisha will play a crucial role, alongside Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, in fueling the nations growth, Majhi stated. The Chief Minister stressed the need for sustainable mining practices to preserve finite natural resources. He called for a shift from export-led mining to consumption-driven mining while minimizing environmental impact. It is our responsibility to ensure that development and environmental protection go hand in hand. Odisha is committed to adopting greener and cleaner technologies, he added. Majhi highlighted Odishas emergence as a steel production hub, now accounting for over 25 per cent of Indias total steel output. The state is home to more than 36 major steel plants, a significant increase from the single steel plant in Rourkela decades ago. With ambitious plans and favorable policies, Odishas steel output is projected to grow substantially by 2030. Since his government took office seven months ago, Majhi said, transformative steps have been taken to create a business-friendly environment. Initiatives such as a simplified industrial policy, single-window approvals, and fast-tracking permissions have already attracted significant investments, including the signing of eight MoUs with leading industrial houses. Majhi also revealed promising news of potential lithium reserves in Odisha, which could benefit the e-battery industry. Odisha, already rich in coal and other minerals, is poised to contribute to Indias clean energy goals. He praised the Modi governments efforts in renewable energy, with India surpassing 200 GW of non-fossil energy capacity and progressing toward the 2030 target of 500 GW. The Chief Minister underlined the importance of research and development in mining, calling for the adoption of modern technologies like drones and artificial intelligence to reduce costs and enhance environmental conservation. Majhi expressed concern about the lack of benefits reaching people living around mining areas and emphasized the need for inclusive growth. It is our duty to ensure that those residing in mining areas benefit from development. Collaborative governance and effective implementation of welfare initiatives are crucial, he said. As Odisha gears up for the Utkarsh Odisha Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, Majhi extended an invitation to industry leaders to invest in the state. He reiterated Odishas commitment to becoming a global leader in the mining sector through sustainable practices, advanced technology, and responsible resource utilization. Majhi expressed confidence in achieving the ambitious target of transforming Odisha into Samruddha Odisha by 2036, coinciding with the states centenary celebration. Indias growth is the sum total of its states' progress. Together, we can fuel a stronger, greener, and more prosperous India, he said. The conference witnessed the participation of Union minister of coal and mines G. Kishan Reddy, deputy chief ministers of Chhattisgarh and Telangana, mines ministers from 11 states, industry leaders, and other key stakeholders from the mining sector.
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Retain Our Caste Name; Arekatikas toBCpanel
Hyderabad: Representatives of the Telangana State Arekatika (Katika) Sangh met BC Commission chairman G. Niranjan on Monday and requested the retention of their caste name, Arekatika. They voiced concern over non-Arekatikas acquiring slaughterhouses through auctions and highlighted exploitation, such as unfair pricing for goat slaughter and mistreatment by village development committees. They also sought financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh each for those in their profession, equal facilities and recognition as nomadic tribes due to their itinerant lifestyle. Additionally, they requested that scholarships for children of those in unhygienic occupations be extended to them, enabling access to social welfare department hostels. Meanwhile, the BC Commission said that stated that the deadline for raising objections ended on Saturday. The commission had given 15 days for receipt of objections to the change of names and addition of synonyms in respect of eight castes The commission said it had received more than 500 objections and appeals in the matter. The commission will examine these affidavits and take a decision on the change of names of some castes, especially those that are derogatory in the society, without disturbing the culture of the castes of Telangana. The commission said that in future, the students, youth and employees belonging to the respective castes will not be subjected to any feeling of inferiority. The castes have requested that the district restrictions be lifted in the matter of the Bhunjwa caste and that the caste called Dhangar in the combined Adilabad district, whose profession is sheep and goat rearing, be included in the BC list. BC Commission chairman G. Niranjan, members Rapolu Jayaprakash, Tirumalagiri Surender, Balalakshmi Ranga, Satish Kumar, special officer, Lakshminarayana, and research officer participated in discussions with the caste associations.
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