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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Islampur to be renamed Ishwarpur
Mumbai: The Mahayuti government on Friday announced to rename Islampur in Sangli district as Ishwarpur. The decision was taken following the demands from the right wing leader and Hindutva activist, Sambhaji Bhide. Mumbai, India - Nov. 24, 2019: CM evendra Fadnavis along with Chandrakant Patil in meeting with BP MLAs at Vasant Smruti at Dadar in Mumbai, India, on Sunday, November 24, 2019. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/Hindustan Times) (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo) The parliamentary affairs minister Chandrakant Patil announced the decision in the legislative council on the concluding day of the monsoon session. Patil said that the state government is set to present the proposal to the central government and that the city will be officially renamed as Ishwarpur after the approval. 'There has been a demand from the citizens of this area for many days. The state cabinet has approved the renaming of Islampur as Ishwarpur and a proposal will be sent to the central government,' he said. NCP(SP) leader Jayant Patil, who represents Islampur in the state assembly, has not reacted to the decision yet.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Students protest no entry to SPPU's international rank celebartions
Pune: Students' unions protested on Saturday against Savitribai Phule Pune University 's event to celebrate the feat of clinching the 566th position in the QS World University Rankings because they were denied entry though it was open to officials, senate members, management council members and others. Rahul Sasane, the president of the University Student Struggle Action Committee, said, "Many students went to attend the event, but were denied entry. Students are the fundamental and the most vital aspect of a university. The university holds this reputation because of the students. Yet, students were denied entry to this celebrationWe condemn this action of the university." Higher and technical education minister Chandrakant Patil attended the event. TOI's calls and messages to the SPPU registrar, pro vice-chancellor and vice-chancellor enquiring about the issue remained unanswered. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune Kuldeep Ambekar, who runs Students Helping Hands, an organisation supporting students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds with sponsored meals, said it was disheartening to see the university wasting money on such an event. "This event, not even open to students, would have cost lakhs of rupees. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo But when it comes to providing subsidised meals or accommodation to students, the university officials cite lack of funds. " The SPPU management was wasting money unnecessarily on celebrations, said Abhishek Shinde, the secretary of the SFI's city unit, also an SPPU student. "Tell us how this event will help or benefit students, or even teachers?" asked Shinde. Atharv Ingle, a student, said, "There has been an invaluable contribution of all stakeholders associated with the university behind its improvement in the ranking. The most important of these is the student community. Depriving students of this programme shows the narrow mentality of the university administration. Pune: Students' unions protested on Saturday against Savitribai Phule Pune University's event to celebrate the feat of clinching the 566th position in the QS World University Rankings because they were denied entry though it was open to officials, senate members, management council members and others. Rahul Sasane, the president of the University Student Struggle Action Committee, said, "Many students went to attend the event, but were denied entry. Students are the fundamental and the most vital aspect of a university. The university holds this reputation because of the students. Yet, students were denied entry to this celebrationWe condemn this action of the university." Higher and technical education minister Chandrakant Patil attended the event. TOI's calls and messages to the SPPU registrar, pro vice-chancellor and vice-chancellor enquiring about the issue remained unanswered. Kuldeep Ambekar, who runs Students Helping Hands, an organisation supporting students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds with sponsored meals, said it was disheartening to see the university wasting money on such an event. "This event, not even open to students, would have cost lakhs of rupees. But when it comes to providing subsidised meals or accommodation to students, the university officials cite lack of funds. " The SPPU management was wasting money unnecessarily on celebrations, said Abhishek Shinde, the secretary of the SFI's city unit, also an SPPU student. "Tell us how this event will help or benefit students, or even teachers?" asked Shinde. Atharv Ingle, a student, said, "There has been an invaluable contribution of all stakeholders associated with the university behind its improvement in the ranking. The most important of these is the student community. Depriving students of this programme shows the narrow mentality of the university administration.
Hindustan Times
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
DTE releases provisional merit list for polytechnic admissions, extends registration & confirmation deadline to July 4
PUNE: The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) on Tuesday, July 2, released the provisional merit list for polytechnic admissions. The list includes candidates from Maharashtra as well as Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh migrant categories. DTE releases provisional merit list for polytechnic admissions, extends registration & confirmation deadline to July 4 Candidates can view the 'DTE Polytechnic Merit List 2025' by logging in to the official admission portal at Once logged in, the provisional merit list will be available for download. The DTE has invited grievances and corrections from July 3 to 5 during which time, candidates can raise objections regarding any errors in the merit list. Depending on their mode of application, students can either submit grievances online or visit the nearest designated facilitation centre along with the supporting documents. In cases where multiple candidates have secured the same rank, the marks obtained in maths, followed by the marks obtained in science and English will serve as tie-breaker. Earlier on July 1, the DTE extended the registration and confirmation deadline for students seeking admission to first-year engineering diploma (polytechnic) courses for the academic year 2025-26 till July 4 so that only candidates who confirm their applications by July 4 will be eligible for the final merit list, scheduled for release on July 7. Those who registered until June 30 have been considered for the current provisional list. According to official data, 158,876 students registered for diploma admissions by June 30 out of which, 138,298 candidates successfully confirmed their applications by paying the fees. The additional three-day window is expected to further increase the participation of candidates. Originally, the application process began on May 20 with a closing date set for June 26 which was later extended to June 30. Despite a large number of registrations, several students failed to confirm their applications by paying the required fees and subsequently appealed for more time. Responding to these appeals, higher and technical education minister Chandrakant Patil extended the deadline till July 4 as the final opportunity for students to apply. Only those who complete and confirm their applications within this period will be considered for inclusion in the final merit list. 'We want to ensure that no student loses out on academic opportunities due to technical or procedural delays,' Patil said. This year, admissions will be conducted through a Centralised Admission Process (CAP) comprising four rounds. In round 1, students can fill in only their first preference; in round 2, up to three preferences are allowed; in round 3, students must submit at least six preferences; and in round 4, filling in all available preferences is mandatory. Patil urged students to actively participate in each round by carefully submitting their preferences to ensure a smooth and transparent admission process. This year, the polytechnic admission process is being closely watched due to a greater number of applications and changes in the merit evaluation criteria. For more details and updates, students are advised to regularly check the official DTE website.
Hindustan Times
02-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Expansion of Kelkar Museum picks up pace; museum city to come up in Bavdhan
The expansion of the Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum has moved a step closer to reality, with deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Monday chairing a high-level meeting in Mumbai to accelerate the development of an international-standard 'museum city' in Bavdhan Budruk. The State government has agreed to give six acres of land in Bavdhan, with a proposed museum expected to be five times bigger than the current exhibition space. (HT) The new facility will retain the name of Raja Dinkar Kelkar and serve as a comprehensive centre for cultural education, research, and public engagement. The State government has agreed to give six acres of land in Bavdhan, with a proposed museum expected to be five times bigger than the current exhibition space. The existing Kelkar museum at Shukrawar Peth houses one of the country's most valuable collections of decorative arts and everyday objects. However, it currently displays only around 10% of its holdings due to severe space constraints. 'The new complex will be developed over six acres of state-allotted land and aims to bring the entire Kelkar collection under one roof,' said the museum office bearer. The proposal includes advanced exhibition and storage facilities, a museum shop, research library, art gallery, hostel, guest house, auditorium, and even a cultural village and mini amusement park. Higher and technical education minister Chandrakant Patil, who attended the meeting, said: 'A significant meeting was held today under the leadership of deputy CM Ajit Pawar regarding the new building of Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum in Bavdhan. We discussed in detail the provision of dedicated parking facilities for cars, two-wheelers, and buses to ensure convenience for tourists and citizens. The deputy CM clearly instructed officials that the construction must be of high quality, visually appealing, and sustainable.' The ambitious plan includes a dedicated Raja Dinkar Kelkar Institute of Museology and Fine Arts, a modern auditorium seating 350 people, digital kiosks, multimedia zones, and microfilm facilities to support research and public interaction. One of the key attractions will be a recreation of the 18th-century Mastani Mahal with immersive audio-visual displays of Maratha grandeur. Kasba MLA Hemant Rasane added, 'As the local MLA, I have consistently worked for the preservation of Pune's rich heritage — from the Maratha and Peshwa eras to iconic sites like Shaniwarwada. This new museum city will raise Pune's profile on the global stage.' Museum director Sudhanva Ranade made a detailed presentation during the meeting, outlining how the new facility will be a 'permanent abode of Dr Kelkar's lifetime obsession,' and a thriving centre for artistic, academic, and public activities. The meeting was attended by additional chief secretary (culture) Vikas Kharge, additional chief secretary (planning) Rajgopal Deora, secretary (finance reforms) Shaila A, secretary (finance and planning) Rajesh Deshmukh, museum management board member Surendra Ranade, architect Rajendra Ranade, and administrative officer Bharti Nyati. Pune divisional commissioner Dr Chandrakant Pulkundwar and district collector Jitendra Dudi joined via video conferencing. BOX: About the Museum Founded by: Dr Dinkar G Kelkar in memory of his son Raja Current location: Shukrawar Peth, Pune Established: 1962, handed over to the Maharashtra government in 1975 What it holds: Over 25,000 artefacts from 9th-century sculptures to Peshwa-era items, artworks Display area: Only about 2,500 items are exhibited due to space and preservation constraints Layout: Spread across three floors and 42 sections, the museum is facing pollution and ageing infrastructure Vision: To evolve into a world-class museum and academic centre with public engagement facilities
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Over 1.5L students vie for 1.1 lakh polytechnic seats in Maharashtra
Nagpur: The admission process for first-year diploma courses in engineering/technology and architecture (polytechnic) for the 2025-26 academic year has seen an overwhelming response, with 1,50,684 students registering for approximately 1.10 lakh seats across Maharashtra. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Nagpur region, covering six districts, has 51 polytechnics offering 12,500 seats, with around 14,000 students already registered, reflecting a strong demand. Due to this response, the registration deadline, initially set for June 26, was extended to June 30. Now the first merit list will be displayed on July 7, followed by initiating the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) rounds from July 13. The admission process will go on till August 14. The admission process, which began on May 20, is managed by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE). The DTE has outlined the CAP with four rounds, requiring students to submit one choice in the first round, three in the second, six in the third, and all preferences in the fourth. Minister of higher and technical education Chandrakant Patil urged students to actively participate in the CAP to secure seats through this streamlined system. The polytechnic diploma, a three-year course post-10th standard, offers a fast track to becoming an engineer with robust job prospects in industries. Eligible students can access govt scholarships, and diploma holders can directly enter the second year of engineering degree programmes. The curriculum includes cutting-edge courses like Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Robotics, aligning with industry needs. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Bilingual (Marathi-English) teaching is available at select institutes. The Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education ensures quality through the new K-Scheme, mandatory 12-week training, and partnerships with companies for student and teacher training. These reforms have boosted employability, with diploma holders securing high-paying jobs and stipend-based training opportunities.
