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Hans India
21 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
AIIEA celebrates 75th Foundation Day
Visakhapatnam: The All India Insurance Employees Association (AIIEA) celebrated its 75th Foundation Day in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday. Established as a collective body of employees from various private insurance companies, AIIEA has not only emerged as a strong collective force fighting for the rights of insurance employees but also stood as a moral benchmark for its commitment towards the society. Founded on 1st July 1951, the association earned a unique and distinguished place in the history of Indian labour movements. Those who took part in the celebrations recalled that AIIEA has consistently fought for employment rights in the insurance sector such as fair wages, job security, provident fund, gratuity, leave entitlements and sick leave. 'One of its landmark achievements is securing pension rights for insurance employees. It has also led sustained national-level agitations to resist the privatisation of public sector giants like LIC and GIC, thus preserving them as public assets,' they underlined. During the meeting, general secretary of the Visakhapatnam division G Varaprasad reaffirmed AIIEA's commitment towards its founding values of justice, equality, secularism and democracy. In her address, president of the division Kameshwari emphasised that no other organisation stands equal to AIIEA in its principles, unity and integrity.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Dibrugarh University marks 61st Foundation Day
Dibrugarh: Dibrugarh University, the easternmost university in India, celebrated its 61st Foundation Day on Tuesday, marking over six decades of academic excellence and educational service to the northeastern region. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Established on July 1, 1965, the university has grown into a premier educational institution with 177 affiliated colleges and institutes under its umbrella. To commemorate the significant milestone, a high-level delegation from Dibrugarh University, led by vice chancellor Prof. Jiten Hazarika, met governor and university chancellor Lakshman Prasad Acharya at the Raj Bhavan in Guwahati. The meeting served as an opportunity to brief the chancellor about the university's remarkable achievements and ongoing developmental initiatives. During the comprehensive briefing session, VC Hazarika presented detailed insights into the university's progress, highlighting key accomplishments that have positioned Dibrugarh University as a leading educational hub in eastern India. The presentation showcased the institution's academic growth, research contributions, and its expanding network of affiliated institutions across the region. "Our university has witnessed tremendous growth over the past 61 years, evolving from a regional institution to a nationally recognised centre of learning. With 177 affiliated colleges and institutes, we continue to serve as the educational backbone of eastern India, providing quality higher education to thousands of students," the VC said. The briefing session witnessed active participation from senior university officials, including registrar Paramananda Sonowal, Prof. Deb Kumar Chakraborty, Pankaj Das, Ankur Bharali, and Amitabh Baruah. They contributed valuable insights during the discussions, presenting a comprehensive picture of the university's multifaceted operations and future plans. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Governor Acharya expressed his appreciation for the university's continued commitment to academic excellence and development. The delegation extended gratitude to the governor for his valuable guidance and unwavering support for the institution's growth and development initiatives. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma also conveyed warm wishes to the entire Dibrugarh University community on the 61st Foundation Day. In his message, the CM extended greetings to all students, faculty members, and staff associated with the institution.
United News of India
a day ago
- Business
- United News of India
RailOne App launched: One-stop solution for all passenger services
New Delhi, July 1 (UNI) Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday launched the user-friendly RailOne app at an event here to mark the 40th Foundation Day of the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS). The app aims to enhance passenger travel experience by providing a single platform for various railway services, a Ministry statement said. RailOne is a user-friendly, all-in-one application that integrates several services for railway passengers. Available for download on both Android and iOS platforms, the app offers features such as making unreserved bookings and purchase of platform tickets with a three per cent discount, live train tracking, grievance redressal, e-catering, porter booking, and last-mile taxi services, it added. However, reserved tickets will continue to be available on the IRCTC platform. The app also includes a single-sign-on feature, allowing users to log in using mPIN or biometric authentication, it supports existing RailConnect and UTS credentials, ensuring ease of access. As per the statement, Minister Vaishnaw also praised the CRIS team for its efforts in upgrading the Passenger Reservation System (PRS). The new PRS, he said, will be more agile, scalable, and capable of handling 10 times the current load. It will support 1.5 lakh ticket bookings and 40 lakh enquiries per minute, and will also offer advanced features such as seat selection, fare calendar, and integrated services for Divyangjan, students, and patients, said the statement. UNI AJ RKM
India Today
2 days ago
- General
- India Today
How Puducherry became a Union Territory, know lesser-known facts
Pondicherry Foundation Day is celebrated every year on July 1, marking the formal creation of Puducherry as a Union Territory (UT) in date holds historical significance as it signalled the completion of Puducherry's long journey from French colonial rule to becoming an integral part of India. It is commemorated with cultural events, tributes, and public pride across the coastal region of Puducherry, earlier known as Pondicherry, had been under French rule for nearly 300 years. Even after India's independence in 1947, Pondicherry and a few other small enclaves like Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam remained under French control. The transition began with a de facto transfer of power in 1954, when administrative control was handed over to India. However, it was only on August 16, 1962, that the French Parliament ratified the treaty, and Pondicherry was officially merged with July 1963 1, Pondicherry was declared a Union Territory with its own legislative assembly. This historic moment is what Foundation Day is unique in that it consists of four geographically separated regions -- Pondicherry, Karaikal (both on the Tamil Nadu coast), Yanam (in Andhra Pradesh), and Mahe (in Kerala). Despite this, the Union Territory operates under a unified administration and continues to preserve a rich blend of French and Indian DID PONDICHERRY BECOME PUDUCHERRY?advertisementThe change from Pondicherry to Puducherry was officially made in 2006, but its roots trace back to the territory's original Tamil name.'Puducherry' comes from the Tamil words 'Pudu' (new) and 'Cheri' (village).When the French colonised the region in the late 1600s, they adapted the name to 'Pondichery', which the British later anglicised to 'Pondicherry'.After independence, the Indian government and local citizens gradually pushed to restore traditional and culturally relevant names to reflect regional identity and linguistic in October 2006, the Indian Parliament passed a bill officially renaming Pondicherry to change was not just symbolic -- it marked a step towards decolonisation of place names, a movement across India to reclaim indigenous cultural FACTS ABOUT PONDICHERRYFrench is still an official language in Pondicherry along with Tamil, Telugu and follows French street naming with signs in both Tamil and FrenchPodicherry is home to the famous Auroville, an international experimental Sri Aurobindo Ashram attracts thousands of spiritual seekers each architecture in the French Quarter reflects pure colonial are no high-rise buildings in central Puducherry due to heritage was one of the last colonial territories to join independent name 'Puducherry' means 'new village' in Tamil – reflecting its local roots even during colonial has one of the highest literacy rates in India, with over 85% of the population being town planning is based on a grid system, inspired by French urban design – rare in Indian is a favourite film-shooting destination, thanks to its European streetscapes and serene beaches.- Ends
India Today
2 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Yamaha celebrates 70th anniversary with Rs 10,000 benefit on RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid
Marking its 70th Foundation Day, Yamaha is celebrating seven decades with a special offer for its customers. India Yamaha Motor announced a Rs 7,000 discount on the ex-showroom price of the RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid and RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid Street Rally, enabling savings of up to Rs 10,000 on the final on-road price. This limited-time offer is paired with an industry-first 10-year 'Total Warranty' at no extra 10-year warranty, comprising a 2-year standard warranty and an 8-year extended warranty, covers critical engine and electrical components, including the Fuel Injection (Fi) system, up to 1,00,000 km. Fully transferable to subsequent owners, this warranty underscores Yamaha's confidence in the RayZR's durability and enhances its value for long-term RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid is powered by a 125cc Fi Blue Core engine with Hybrid Power Assist. Features like the Smart Motor Generator (SMG) for smoother, quieter starts, E20 fuel compatibility, and a 21-litre under-seat storage add to its appeal. The scooter also offers front telescopic suspension for enhanced comfort, a side stand engine cut-off switch for safety, an automatic stop-and-start system for better mileage in traffic, and a digital instrument cluster with Y-Connect Bluetooth connectivity for real-time ride below are the variant-wise ex-showroom prices of the RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid:Subscribe to Auto Today MagazineModelVariantColours AvailableNew Price (Ex-showroom, Delhi)Ray ZR 125 FiHybrid drumCyan Blue, Metallic Black, Matte RedRs 79,340Ray ZR 125 FiHybrid discCyan Blue, Metallic Black, Matte Red, Racing Blue, Dark Matte BlueRs 86,430Ray ZR 125 FiHybrid Street Rally discIce Fluo Vermillion, Cyber Green, Matte BlackRs 92,970- Ends
