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Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Suspended principal held for ‘pushing' girl to set herself on fire
Balasore: The suspended principal of the govt-run college in Balasore district was arrested on Monday in connection with the tragic self-immolation by a 20-year-old girl student on Saturday. The arrest comes amid days of protests and mounting public pressure following the incident. Confirming the arrest, DIG (Eastern Range) Satyajit Nayak said the principal has been booked for abetment of suicide, among other sections. "A swift trial initiative (STI) team has been formed to ensure a speedy and coordinated probe. The team includes investigators, forensic experts and prosecutors who are working to collect medical records and digital evidence, and conduct forensic analysis to build a strong case," Naik said. The principal had been suspended on the day of the crime, while the accused teacher was arrested the same day under BNS Sections 75(1)(ii) (demand or request for sexual favours), 79 (insulting modesty of a woman), 108 (abetment of suicide), 351(2) (criminal intimidation), and 3(5) (common intention). The girl a second-year integrated BEd student, set herself on fire outside the college after her complaints of alleged sexual harassment against a faculty member went unaddressed. She is currently battling for her life at AIIMS Bhubaneswar with 90% burns. "We cannot say the condition is improving. We can say she is critical and stable. Her condition is the same as when she arrived at the hospital," said Dillip Kumar Parida, medical superintendent at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. According to the police, the girl had lodged a formal complaint with the college's internal complaints committee (ICC) on June 30, accusing the teacher of sexual harassment and intimidation. The complaint was reportedly ignored by the college administration. On Monday, a three-member departmental probe team — including higher education director Kali Prasanna Mohapatra, joint secretary Mousumi Nayak and professor Jhumki Rath of BJB (Autonomous) College — spent four hours in the Balasore college, gathering evidence and recording statements of key people. "The investigation is still underway. It is too early to say who is right or wrong. We will report our findings to the govt," said Kali Prasanna Mohapatra, who is leading the inquiry team. A team of the crime against women and children's wing of the crime branch also visited the college to carry out its own inquiry.
Miami Herald
06-07-2025
- Science
- Miami Herald
Space Force command shifts on the Space Coast
The Space Force officer in charge of overseeing each launch on the Space Coast has changed hands. Brig. Gen. Kristin Panzenhagen handed off some of her duties, including the roles of commander for Space Launch Delta 45 and director of the Eastern Range, to Space Force Col. Brian Chatman. The change of command ceremony took place on June 26 with Lt. Gen. Philip Garrant, the head of Space Systems Command, overseeing the traditional passing of the guidon, a symbolic pennant, that ended Panzenhagen's run as the leader of Patrick Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. She came to the Space Coast in June 2023 while also taking on the roles of executive officer for the Space Force's Assured Access to Space program and director of launch and range operations for Space Systems Command out of Patrick SFB. She filled the boots of Maj. Gen. Stephen Purdy, who had been in those roles from 2021-2023, including leading the two facilities' transition from the Air Force to the Space Force. Panzenhagen finished up overseeing 2023's record launch year of 72 missions, only to top that with the 93 flown in 2024. Through July 2, the Space Coast has seen 58 launches from either Kennedy Space Center or Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, on track to break 100 before the end of the year. At the beginning of the year, Panzenhagen said the Space Force was prepped to support 13 launches a month if need be, or 156 for the year, although that pace was not realized. Chatman's most recent posting has been that of deputy director for the Space Systems Engineering Directorate for the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Space Acquisition and Integration. "As the SLD 45 commander, he runs the world's busiest spaceport and is responsible for delivering infrastructure, operations, and support for all Eastern Range launch and test missions," reads his official Space Force bio. "As Director of the Eastern Range, he is responsible for the safety of launch and test operations across a 15-million-square-mile area." He received his commission through the Reserve Officer Training Corps at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. "His primary duties have included special operations intelligence, aircraft and space systems acquisition program management, space operations, and as an operational liaison between the intelligence community, the special operations community, and Air Force and Space Force acquisition communities," his bio reads. His experience includes assignments with the National Reconnaissance Office, Space Systems Center, and the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office, where he ran a $1.2 billion program of 15 top national priority classified programs and directed more than 500 government and contractor personnel. He also previously served as the deputy commander of the 30th Operations Group at Vandenberg Air Force Base, which included space operations on the Western Range. The Space Force has not announced who will be the new executive officer for the Assured Access to Space program, nor what Panzenhagen's new assignment will be. _____ Copyright (C) 2025, Tribune Content Agency, LLC. Portions copyrighted by the respective providers.
Time of India
19-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Literary workshop fosters personal growth and rehabilitation behind bars
Pic: IGP (Eastern Range) BR Ravikanthe Gowda addresses the opening ceremony of a three-day literary workshop at Haveri sub-jail Thursday Haveri: LN Mukundaraj, president of Karnataka Sahitya Academy, emphasised the significant role of Kannada literature in shaping individuals' character, highlighting the contributions of numerous Kannada writers. Speaking at the opening ceremony of a three-day literary workshop at Haveri sub-jail on Thursday, he discussed the works of notable authors such as Pampa, Kumaravyasa, Kanakadasa, Kuvempu, and Bendre, who incorporated human values in their writings. He highlighted Pampa's message of human unity. He acknowledged the contributions of Haveri's saint poets, including Santa Shishuvinahal Sharif, Sarvajna, and Kanakadasa, to Kannada literature. "Despite Kanakadasa's opposition to caste discrimination five centuries ago, society continues to struggle with divisions based on caste, religion, gender, property, and authority," Mukundaraj said. Inspector-general of police (Eastern Range) BR Ravikanthe Gowda described the workshop as unique in its approach to making literature accessible. He discussed how imprisonment leads to social exclusion for lawbreakers, noting the relationship between crime and criminal conduct. He suggested reading as a solution. "Literature's capacity to promote positive behaviour and discourage antisocial tendencies, recommending regular reading habits," the senior IPS officer said. The event was attended by SP Anshu Kumar, additional superintendent of police LY Shirakol, Haveri University vice-chancellor Suresh Jangamashetti, Karnataka Folklore University registrar CT Guruprasad, and jail assistant superintendent Khilari. Ganesh Aminagad coordinated the workshop, while Mallikarjun Manpade, academy member and coordinator, managed the proceedings. Literature's role in rehabilitation IGP BR Ravikanthe Gowda urged participants to utilise the three-day period effectively for personal growth rather than viewing it as a mere obligation. He recommended literature as an effective means for controlling anger and fostering personal development.
Associated Press
30-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
V2X Awarded $140 Million Task Order to Support a Key Space Force Tracking and Instrumentation Station
RESTON, Va., April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- V2X Inc. (NYSE: VVX) announced it has been awarded a new five-year task order to support U.S. Space Force operations at Ascension Island as part of the U.S. Air Force's Contract Augmentation Program V (AFCAP V). The firm-fixed-price award includes a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, with a ceiling value of $140 million. Ascension Island is a key strategic location in the South Atlantic, supporting U.S. Space Force operations and the broader Eastern Range mission. Under this contract, V2X will deliver essential services that improve mission outcomes, operational efficiency, and infrastructure resilience on the island. 'Ascension Island plays a significant role in advancing the U.S. Space Force mission, and we're proud to support this national security asset,' said Jeremy C. Wensinger, President and Chief Executive Officer at V2X. 'We will leverage our full lifecycle capabilities and decades of experience operating at scale in remote and dynamic environments to deliver improved readiness for this strategically vital mission.' V2X continues to be a trusted partner under the AFCAP V, the company's consistent performance under the program stresses its ability to deliver agile, reliable, and high-quality support services at scale across the globe. Operations are set to begin July 2025, reinforcing V2X's commitment to supporting full-spectrum solutions. About V2X V2X builds innovative solutions that integrate physical and digital environments by aligning people, actions, and technology. V2X is embedded in all elements of a critical mission's lifecycle to enhance readiness, optimize resource management, and boost security. The company provides innovation spanning national security, defense, civilian, and international markets. With a global team of approximately 16,000 professionals, V2X enables mission success by injecting AI and machine learning capabilities to meet today's toughest challenges across all operational domains. Investor Contact Mike Smith, CFA Vice President, Treasury, Corporate Development and Investor Relations [email protected] 719-637-5773 Media Contact Angelica Spanos Deoudes Senior Director, Marketing and Communications [email protected] 571-338-5195 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE V2X, Inc.
