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Hindustan Times
07-07-2025
- Science
- Hindustan Times
Minister calls for replication of experiential learning models across Arunachal
Itanagar, Emphasising the need for activity-based and experiential learning in schools, Arunachal Pradesh Education Minister P D Sona on Monday inaugurated 'Saksham', an innovative student activity and enrichment centre in East Siang district of the state. Minister calls for replication of experiential learning models across Arunachal The centre was situated in the Springdale 5th IRBn Welfare School at Pasighat in East Siang district. Speaking on the occasion, Sona lauded the initiative led by Commandant of 5th IRBn, Garima Singh, and her team for establishing a creative and engaging learning environment for children. He described the centre as a model of best practices in the education sector and stressed the importance of replicating such efforts across the state. 'This is the need of the hour to instil curiosity and joy for learning among young students through experiential methods. I also appreciate the gesture of opening this centre to the general public, enabling not just IRBn children, but also students from Pasighat and neighbouring schools to benefit from it,' Sona said. Highlighting the government's vision, he announced that similar integrated learning approaches will soon be introduced at the elementary level by merging government pre-primary schools with anganwadi centres. The minister also underlined the importance of setting up more space labs in schools to inspire interest in space science among students. The Saksham centre has been conceptualised to support holistic development through activity-based, play-based, and experiential learning in line with the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework 2023. It is equipped with a digital learning zone, library, indoor games corner, and creative areas for music, art, craft, drawing, and theatre. The facility also focuses on life skills, including health, hygiene, traffic safety, and value-based education. Commandant Garima Singh briefed the gathering on the welfare-oriented educational measures being implemented at the school. She acknowledged her team's contributions in bringing the Saksham Centre to life and reiterated their commitment to delivering quality and inclusive education. Later, the minister also interacted with students, appreciated their exhibition models, and took part in a plantation drive on the school premises. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Hindustan Times
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
2019 anti-CAA violence in U.P.'s Rampur: Over ₹11 lakh recovery from 195 rioters ordered
The Uttar Pradesh Public and Private Property Damage Recovery Claims Tribunal in Meerut has directed for the recovery of ₹11,08,901 from 195 individuals involved in the 2019 violence against Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) in Rampur. The three-member tribunal, chaired by Dr Ashok Kumar Singh, and comprising members Garima Singh and Alok Pandey, on Wednesday delivered the order after three years of hearing in the case titled 'State Government vs Islam & Others'. The violence, which erupted on December 21, 2019, caused extensive damage to public and private property in Rampur. According to the tribunal's records, a mob of 400–500 people, led by one Islam and others, gathered after raising inflammatory slogans during a protest against the CAA. The crowd marched from Hamid Inter College towards Eidgah Shahbad Gate, breaking barricades, and attacking security forces with gunfire and stones at Hathi Khana Crossing. According to the tribunal order accessed by HT, the damages included a government jeep, wireless equipment, multicoloured lights, sirens, motorcycles, fibre batons, helmets, body protectors, tear gas cans, barricading materials, iron barriers and folding barriers. Additionally, five private motorcycles, a scooter, and a mobile phone were also destroyed, with the total loss assessed at ₹11,08,901. In 2022, Rampur police filed a claim with the Meerut tribunal, seeking recovery from 197 accused. After issuing notices and conducting hearings, the tribunal found 195 of the accused guilty, ordering them to pay a fine of ₹5,687 each. The Rampur DM has been tasked with recovering the total amount within 30 days as per Section 23 of the Public and Private Property Damage Recovery Act, 2020. The recovered sum will be deposited in the government treasury. If the guilty fail to pay the fine within the stipulated period, the DM will treat the amount as arrears of land revenue with an additional 6% simple interest and recovery expenses applied until the fine is settled, the order mentioned.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Blend of art & glamour makes inter-college fest a lively affair
Lucknow: The final day of the inter-college fest Insula ended on a high note, offering a perfect blend of art, glamour, and energy on Wednesday. From powerful performances to vibrant celebrations with more than 10,000 students participating in the three-day fest organised by Lucknow University 's department of psychology and Psyche Hub Club. "From theatre to DJ night, every event at Insula had its own charm. I've made so many memories in these three days. It was great to finally see our hard work come alive on stage." said, a student of BA Psychology, Aastha Sharma. "Insula wasn't just a festival, but an emotion. The energy, the crowd, and the cheers made it feel like we were part of something truly special,." said a student of BA psychology, Garima Singh The day began with a gripping theatre act by PRAAN, setting an impactful tone. This was followed by a stunning Ramp Walk, which brought bold fashion and creative expression to the stage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Remarkable Oscar Outfits Ever Interesticle One of the standout highlights was the soulful Mehfil, featuring the renowned Shukla Brothers from Delhi. The atmosphere then shifted to pure energy with a lively Flash Mob, showcasing rhythm, coordination, and the enthusiasm of the participating students. As the sun set, the energy reached its peak with a DJ Night, where students danced, laughed, and celebrated the spirit of Insula.
