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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Rajasthan: Dental College in Udaipur expels two faculty after student's suicide sparks protests
Protests broke out at the campus of a dental college in Rajasthan's Udaipur after a final year MBBS student from Jammu and Kashmir was found dead in her hostel room earlier this week. The deceased student had alleged mental harassment by the college staff. Hundreds of students at the Pacific Dental College and Hospital in Udaipur protested by raising slogans and demanding justice.(X/ @ANI) Throughout the day, hundreds of students at the Pacific Dental College and Hospital in Udaipur protested by raising slogans and demanding justice for the final year Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS) student who was found dead in her room on Thursday. A consensus was reached this evening on the second day of protests by students. At around 5 pm, the university management after a day-long discussion with protesting students and their families reached a consensus on removing two college employees and taking legal action by filing a police case against them. Udaipur's Sukher police station officer, Ravindra Charan, stated that the protest has been ongoing for two days. A lengthy reconciliation discussion took place between the family and the university in the presence of the police on Saturday, following which a case was registered based on legal considerations. The body of the deceased was then taken out of the college and a postmortem was conducted after which it was handed over to her relatives. The relatives took the body to their ancestral village in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir. The deceased student's father said, "My daughter was selected for this college through the PMSSS (Prime Minister's Special Scholarship Scheme). Everything was going fine. However, the college may have required additional fees for the final exams were going to be they (the college administration) had told me, I would have fulfilled their demand. I would have arranged the money anyhow." He further said, "They should have made their demands to the parents, not to the children...I want justice. Something like this should never happen to any other student," the father of the final-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery student alleged. The student was found hanging in her college hostel room in Bheelon Ka Bedla in Udaipur. In a purported note she left behind the student accused the college management of arbitrary collection of money in the name of attendance and examination. She alleged that "Bhagwat Singh and Naini Maam" harrassed and tortured students demanding money in the name of attendance.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Kumaon hills gear up for Harela festival with traditional fervour and ecological commitment
1 2 3 Bageshwar: People across the Kumaon hills of Uttarakhand are preparing to celebrate Harela on Wednesday, marking the arrival of the monsoon and the sacred month of Shravan. The festival, reflecting the agricultural and ecological heritage of the state, re-affirms the state's commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable practices. Preparations had commenced nine days ago, with families utilising clean soil to plant seven varieties of grains – including paddy, maize, black soybean (bhatt) and lentils – in earthen pots or bamboo containers. On the tenth day, the sprouted greens, representing abundance and fertility, are harvested, presented to deities and distributed amongst family members and relatives as blessings. "This tradition has continued for centuries. The green shoots are believed to indicate the health of the upcoming harvest. Even twigs planted on this day tend to grow well, which villagers consider a divine sign of nature's favour," said Bhagwat Singh, an elder from Bageshwar. The festival features religious ceremonies, sapling plantations and community gatherings where people receive blessings from elders. Homes display clay idols of Lord Shiva's family, while residents sing folk songs as part of the festivities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 《喵國無雙》萌貓集結，網頁遊戲免下載即開即玩，三國冒險從喵喵培養開始 喵國無雙 立即播放 Undo Highlighting Harela's scientific significance, professor KS Rawat from the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) in Bageshwar, said, "In remote hilly areas without formal agricultural labs, this festival offers a natural way to test soil and seed quality. A healthy Harela crop indicates good seed and fertile soil, while a poor one calls for corrective action." This year's festival focuses on environmental consciousness through initiatives such as "A Tree in Mother's Name" and "Celebrate Harela, Repay Mother Earth". Officials said over two lakh saplings will be planted in public parks, riverbanks, forest areas, school premises, govt offices and residential areas in the Kumaon region. "Harela is not just a religious event," said Bhagwati Devi, a local resident. "It's a time of shared joy, music, and a deep connection with nature and each other."
Time of India
05-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Forest dept revives traditional crop protection methods in Bageshwar
Bageshwar: On the occasion of World Environment Day (June 5), the forest department in Bageshwar has launched an innovative initiative to plant Timur (Zanthoxylum Armatum) and Rambans (Agave Americana) along agricultural fields, with an aim to protect crops from wildlife while offering financial benefits to local farmers. The initiative is centred on raising awareness among farmers about the dual advantages of these plants -- they serve as natural barriers against wildlife, particularly monkeys and wild boars, and also generate marketable produce. Forest officials said that the plants will act as living fences around agricultural plots, offering both protection and economic value. Divisional forest officer (DFO) Dhruv Martoliya said, "Farmers in hilly areas often incur heavy crop losses due to wild animals. To combat this, we've introduced a natural method by planting Timur and Rambans around farmlands. These species not only deter animals but are also in high market demand." The DFO added, "The programme will not only reduce crop damage but also encourage farmers to return to cultivation as many hillside fields remain fallow due to repeated wildlife-related losses. By blending traditional ecological practices with modern outreach efforts, we aim to restore farming confidence and strengthen rural livelihoods in the region." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Fastest Selling Plots of Mysore from 40L | 40+ Amenities PurpleBrick Learn More Undo Rambans, a hardy, thorn-covered plant, has long been used in arid regions to demarcate land boundaries. It yields strong natural fibres used in rope-making, mats, and handicrafts. Timur, on the other hand, is prized for its medicinal properties and is commonly used in organic and herbal products. Bhagwat Singh, a 76-year-old retired schoolteacher, recalls how such practices were once the norm in hill communities. "Our elders used these methods to protect their fields. Over time, those traditions faded. With the growing threat from wild animals today, this initiative is both timely and necessary." Bageshwar: On the occasion of World Environment Day (June 5), the forest department in Bageshwar has launched an innovative initiative to plant Timur (Zanthoxylum Armatum) and Rambans (Agave Americana) along agricultural fields, with an aim to protect crops from wildlife while offering financial benefits to local farmers. The initiative is centred on raising awareness among farmers about the dual advantages of these plants -- they serve as natural barriers against wildlife, particularly monkeys and wild boars, and also generate marketable produce. Forest officials said that the plants will act as living fences around agricultural plots, offering both protection and economic value. Divisional forest officer (DFO) Dhruv Martoliya said, "Farmers in hilly areas often incur heavy crop losses due to wild animals. To combat this, we've introduced a natural method by planting Timur and Rambans around farmlands. These species not only deter animals but are also in high market demand." The DFO added, "The programme will not only reduce crop damage but also encourage farmers to return to cultivation as many hillside fields remain fallow due to repeated wildlife-related losses. By blending traditional ecological practices with modern outreach efforts, we aim to restore farming confidence and strengthen rural livelihoods in the region." Rambans, a hardy, thorn-covered plant, has long been used in arid regions to demarcate land boundaries. It yields strong natural fibres used in rope-making, mats, and handicrafts. Timur, on the other hand, is prized for its medicinal properties and is commonly used in organic and herbal products. Bhagwat Singh, a 76-year-old retired schoolteacher, recalls how such practices were once the norm in hill communities. "Our elders used these methods to protect their fields. Over time, those traditions faded. With the growing threat from wild animals today, this initiative is both timely and necessary."
