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Indian Express
13 minutes ago
- Health
- Indian Express
You are first batch, will carry lineage: President to AIIMS Kalyani graduates
President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday attended the first convocation of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)-Kalyani in Nadia district. According to the authorities, a total of 48 MBBS students, who were admitted in 2019, and nine Post-Doctoral Certificate Course (PDCC) students, received their degrees. The PDCC cohort includes four scholars from 2023 and five from 2024. President Murmu, who was the chief guest, while addressing the event, said that doctors, conscious of their social responsibilities, have played an important role in the development of the nation. 'This is the first convocation of the institute and I congratulate everyone who are passing out today. May your dreams come true. You are the first batch and it is through you that AIIMs will be recognised, you will be carrying the lineage of AIIMs. It is your responsibility to keep everyone healthy,' President Murmu said. 'Doctors have a bigger role than the government and stakeholders in controlling health problems…,' the president said, adding, 'The average life expectancy, which was only 32 years at the time of independence, has now more than doubled to about 70 years. There has been extraordinary progress in the field of vaccination in last few years. Many diseases have been eradicated.' The event was attended by Governor C V Ananda Bose, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav, Minister of State for Health Chandrima Bhattacharya, and Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shantanu Thakur, AIIMS Kalyani executive director Dr Ramji Singh. On Thursday, President Murmu will attend the first convocation of AIIMS, Deoghar, in Jharkhand and on August 1, she will attend the 45th convocation ceremony of IIT (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad.
United News of India
3 hours ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Prez Murmu offers prayer, puja at Dakshineswar Kali Temple in Kolkata
East Kolkata, July 30 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu today offered prayer and puja at the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, where Sanyashi Ramakrishna was the second priest, in the northern part of the city. President Murmu after offering prasadam at the altar of the Goddess Kali, also known as Ma Bhabatarini, she also took part in 'aarti' (evening prayer with the help of the priest) and invoked the Goddess by burning incense sticks and pancha pradip. She also enquired about the century-old temple, which was founded by Rani Rashmoni, on the eastern bank of the Ganga. Earlier in the day, President Murmu addressed the first convocation of AIIMS at Kalyani in Nadia district. UNI PC SS More News 30 Jul 2025 | 11:14 PM Patna, July 30 (UNI) The Energy department has cautioned its consumers of the cyber scamsters sending fake messages to them to 'get themselves registered on the link to avail the benefits of 125 units of free electricity'. see more.. Meghalaya: BSF nabs 150 individuals, seizes cattle, contraband worth Rs 7 9 cr in 3 months 30 Jul 2025 | 11:03 PM Shillong, July 30 (UNI) The Border Security Force (BSF), Meghalaya Frontier, has apprehended 150 individuals and seized goods and cattle worth Rs. 7.9 crore over the past three months, an official said here today. see more.. Nitish Kumar govt looted one-third of Bihar's budget, alleges Pawan Khera 30 Jul 2025 | 9:58 PM Patna, July 30 (UNI) Congress leader Pawan Khera has alleged that the Nitish Kumar-led BJP-JD(U) government in Bihar has looted nearly one-third of the state's total budget—amounting to Rs 70,000 crore—which could have been used for various developmental projects. see more.. 30 Jul 2025 | 9:54 PM Dimapur, July 30 UNI) The Rising People's Party (RPP) today sought to know from the Centre's interlocutor for Naga talks AK Mishra the present status of the Framework Agreement signed with the NSCN-IM and the Agreed Position signed with the working committee of the Naga National Political Groups. see more.. Assam to launch second phase of scheme for girls empowerment on Aug 6 30 Jul 2025 | 9:45 PM Guwahati, July 30 (UNI) The BJP led government in Assam is going to roll out the 'Nijut Moina' 2.0 scheme from August 6 this year, a welfare scheme aimed at empowering girl students by providing financial incentives, reducing school dropout rates, and promoting higher education among young girls, especially from underprivileged backgrounds. see more..
Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Doctors played important role in nation's development: Murmu
Kolkata, President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday asserted that doctors have played an important role in the nation's development, citing the eradication of many diseases, an increase in life expectancy and progress in the field of vaccination. Doctors played important role in nation's development: Murmu Murmu, while speaking at the first convocation of AIIMS-Kalyani in Nadia district of West Bengal, also hailed the contributions of the state's second chief minister, Dr B C Roy, who was a medical practitioner himself. "Doctors, conscious of their social responsibilities, have played an important role in the development of the nation. The average life expectancy, which was only 32 years at the time of Independence, has now more than doubled to about 70 years. There has been extraordinary progress in the field of vaccination in the last few years," she said. "Many diseases have been eradicated. For example, India was declared trachoma-free last year. But there are still many challenges in which young doctors will play a decisive role. Doctors have a bigger role than the government and other stakeholders in controlling health problems such as diabetes, heart ailments and obesity," she emphasised. Highlighting the new changes taking place in the field of medical science every day, the President advised students to be lifelong learners and stay updated on new research and medical methods. The President noted that the foundation stone of the planned city of Kalyani was laid by Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, who, during his long tenure as the chief minister of West Bengal, continued to serve patients free of cost. She urged doctors to follow the example of Dr Roy of providing free medical services to the poor and the deprived. Murmu urged the students, teachers and administrators of AIIMS-Kalyani to make a resolution to make it an institute of national pride. The President told doctors to adopt such a healthy lifestyle which could be an example for common people to follow. She said that most health problems, other than genetic manifestations, can be prevented or solved to a great extent through proper diet and lifestyle. Apart from medicines, doctors should also give lifestyle-related advice to the people who come to them for treatment, Murmu said. The President was the chief guest at the function, which was also attended by Governor C V Ananda Bose, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav, Minister of State for Health Chandrima Bhattacharya, and Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shantanu Thakur. The convocation marked the graduation of the first MBBS batch of the institute, admitted in 2019, along with Post-Doctoral Certificate Course scholars. A total of 48 MBBS students and nine PDCC students received their degrees. "Today marks the auspicious commencement of the convocation tradition at this institute of national importance. With this first convocation ceremony, the first chapter in the history of your institution is being completed. On this historic occasion, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the entire team of AIIMS-Kalyani," Murmu said. "I also congratulate all the students receiving their degrees today. I especially appreciate and commend the outstanding performance of those students who are receiving medals. I also congratulate the faculty and parents who guided and inspired these students in realising their dream of becoming doctors," she said. The President said that as the first batch of AIIMS-Kalyani, they are the senior-most alumni of the institute. They will have an important role in making the identity of the institution. In this way, they are also the makers of the future of AIIMS-Kalyani, she added. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
11 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
President Murmu visits Dakshineswar Temple, offers prayers to Goddess Kali
Kolkata, Jul 30 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday evening visited the centuries-old Dakshineswar Temple and offered prayers to Goddess Kali. Murmu, who had earlier in the day attended the first convocation ceremony of AIIMS-Kalyani in Nadia district of West Bengal, arrived at the temple located near Kolkata around 6 pm and offered puja to 'Maa Bhabatarini' (Kali) in the presence of temple committee members and priests. She also witnessed 'aarti', temple sources said. Earlier in the day, Murmu arrived at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata aboard a special Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft and then boarded IAF's MI-17 helicopter to reach Kalyani by noon. After the AIIMS-Kalyani function, she returned to the city on the helicopter by 5.15 pm and travelled by road to Dakshineswar Temple. Murmu later headed to the Raj Bhavan in the evening for an overnight stay. On July 31, Murmu is scheduled to attend meetings with prominent intellectuals between 9.20 am and 9.50 am before leaving for Kolkata airport and departing for New Delhi, official sources said. Tight security arrangements were in place for the President's visit. Traffic restrictions were imposed at several important junctions in the city. Vehicular traffic was also diverted from some of the arterial roads and feeder roads for a certain period of time. PTI SUS ACD PTI) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
12 hours ago
- Health
- News18
Doctors played important role in nations development: Murmu
Kolkata, Jul 30 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday asserted that doctors have played an important role in the nation's development, citing the eradication of many diseases, an increase in life expectancy and progress in the field of vaccination. Murmu, while speaking at the first convocation of AIIMS-Kalyani in Nadia district of West Bengal, also hailed the contributions of the state's second chief minister, Dr B C Roy, who was a medical practitioner himself. 'Doctors, conscious of their social responsibilities, have played an important role in the development of the nation. The average life expectancy, which was only 32 years at the time of Independence, has now more than doubled to about 70 years. There has been extraordinary progress in the field of vaccination in the last few years," she said. 'Many diseases have been eradicated. For example, India was declared trachoma-free last year. But there are still many challenges in which young doctors will play a decisive role. Doctors have a bigger role than the government and other stakeholders in controlling health problems such as diabetes, heart ailments and obesity," she emphasised. Highlighting the new changes taking place in the field of medical science every day, the President advised students to be lifelong learners and stay updated on new research and medical methods. The President noted that the foundation stone of the planned city of Kalyani was laid by Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, who, during his long tenure as the chief minister of West Bengal, continued to serve patients free of cost. She urged doctors to follow the example of Dr Roy of providing free medical services to the poor and the deprived. Murmu urged the students, teachers and administrators of AIIMS-Kalyani to make a resolution to make it an institute of national pride. The President told doctors to adopt such a healthy lifestyle which could be an example for common people to follow. She said that most health problems, other than genetic manifestations, can be prevented or solved to a great extent through proper diet and lifestyle. Apart from medicines, doctors should also give lifestyle-related advice to the people who come to them for treatment, Murmu said. The President was the chief guest at the function, which was also attended by Governor C V Ananda Bose, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav, Minister of State for Health Chandrima Bhattacharya, and Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shantanu Thakur. The convocation marked the graduation of the first MBBS batch of the institute, admitted in 2019, along with Post-Doctoral Certificate Course (PDCC) scholars. A total of 48 MBBS students and nine PDCC students received their degrees. 'Today marks the auspicious commencement of the convocation tradition at this institute of national importance. With this first convocation ceremony, the first chapter in the history of your institution is being completed. On this historic occasion, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the entire team of AIIMS-Kalyani," Murmu said. 'I also congratulate all the students receiving their degrees today. I especially appreciate and commend the outstanding performance of those students who are receiving medals. I also congratulate the faculty and parents who guided and inspired these students in realising their dream of becoming doctors," she said. The President said that as the first batch of AIIMS-Kalyani, they are the senior-most alumni of the institute. They will have an important role in making the identity of the institution. In this way, they are also the makers of the future of AIIMS-Kalyani, she added. PTI SCH ACD view comments First Published: July 30, 2025, 20:00 IST News agency-feeds Doctors played important role in nations development: Murmu Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
