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Time of India
08-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
68.4% of allotted students confirm FYJC seats in 1st round across Maharashtra
Mumbai: Of the 6.32 lakh students allotted seats in the first round of FYJC admissions across Maharashtra, 4.32 lakh have paid their fees and secured their seats, while the remaining 2 lakh students await the next list for lower cutoffs in preferred colleges. A total 68.4% of students have confirmed their seats. Including the quota admissions, over 5 lakh of the 12.7 lakh aspirants have secured admissions after the first round. This initial phase marks the first time admissions for 9,435 junior colleges statewide have been conducted on a unified online platform. Science continues to demonstrate its significant appeal, with over half the students statewide opting for the stream. Commerce and Arts streams each account for approximately a quarter of the admissions. In Mumbai alone, over 68,000 students have taken admissions across the three streams, around 50% of the allotment. Early data also indicates that around 50% of students across Maharashtra secured admission to their first-preference college. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The Centralised Admission Process (CAP), implemented statewide this year, has proceeded without major technical issues or delays. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Lecce: AudioNova cerca per un test 700 persone nate prima del 1974 AudioNova Undo N M College principal Parag Ajagaonkar provided an assessment of the new system's operational aspects, stating that "the new process has gone very smoothly, and they didn't face any technical issues or delays". At N M College, 90% of FYJC seats have been filled following the first merit list. Ajagaonkar anticipated minimal remaining vacancies beyond the second round, primarily occurring due to students shifting between streams. Similarly, the vice principal of R A Podar College of Commerce and Economics reported that slightly over 50% of their total admissions have been allotted, with the aim to fill the majority of remaining seats by the second round, expecting few vacancies by the third. However, the admission pace varies across institutions. Neha Jagtiani, principal of Bandra's National College, indicated a slower fill rate, stating, "We have filled up only 12% of total seats after the first round, and it is too early for us to determine things." She explained that historically, National College reaches near-total enrollment by the fifth or sixth round, with roughly 75% of admissions completed by the end of the third round over the past four to five years. Registrations for the second merit list are scheduled to commence Thursday and it will be released on July 17.
News18
04-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
This Former PM Was Evicted From His House Over Unpaid Rent, Yet Refused Govt Help
Last Updated: Born on July 4, 1898, Gulzarilal Nanda was one of those rare individuals who not only wrote history but lived it without ever seeking credit In the pantheon of Indian leaders, some names glow under the spotlight of history, while others stand quietly in its shadow. Gulzarilal Nanda, country's two-time acting Prime Minister, belonged firmly to the latter. Revered during crises but largely overlooked in peacetime, Nanda's life was not one of pomp or publicity; it was of silent sacrifice, principles, and Gandhian simplicity. A man who twice held the reins of the world's largest democracy during its most uncertain hours, Nanda was later evicted from his rented house in old age for failing to pay rent. 'He had only a few utensils, a bed and a bucket," a journalist later wrote, describing the moment neighbours intervened as the landlord forced him out. It was a haunting image of a leader who once sat at the highest table in government, now abandoned by the systems he had helped build. The news shocked the nation. A reporter's story made it to the front page, and within hours, officials from the Prime Minister's Office rushed to his aid, offering a government house and state facilities. But he turned them away with the same firmness he showed during India's freedom struggle. 'I had refused the freedom fighter's allowance because I had sacrificed for the country, not for profit. What will I do with government facilities at this age?" he said, quietly but firmly. Who Was Gulzarilal Nanda? Born on July 4, 1898, in Sialkot, Punjab province (now in Pakistan), Gulzarilal Nanda was one of those rare individuals who not only wrote history but lived it without ever seeking credit. A Gandhian to the core, he worked as a professor of economics before diving headlong into the freedom movement. He left his post at National College, Mumbai in 1921 to join the non-cooperation movement and went to jail during the 1932 and 1942 freedom struggles. His political journey was deeply rooted in labour activism. For over two decades, he was the secretary of the Ahmedabad Textile Labour Association, fiercely advocating for workers' rights. By 1937, he was elected to the Bombay Legislative Assembly and became the Labour Minister in 1946, where he pioneered the historic Labour Dispute Bill. His roles spanned from the National Planning Committee to being Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission, where he laid the foundation for India's five-year plans. Nanda's defining political moments came not through electoral victories or cabinet showdowns, but when the country stood shaken. When former PM Jawaharlal Nehru passed away on May 27, 1964, and later when Lal Bahadur Shastri died in Tashkent on January 11, 1966, Nanda was chosen both times as acting Prime Minister, a testament to the trust he commanded across party lines. His interim terms may have been brief, but they reinforced a powerful message: that Indian democracy, even in its most fragile moments, could still be handed over to the hands of a principled man, someone who embodied continuity, dignity, and calm leadership. In 1967, leaving behind his roots in Gujarat, Nanda made Kaithal in Haryana his new political home after winning the Lok Sabha seat. He soon turned his focus toward Kurukshetra, establishing the Kurukshetra Development Board, a move that would rejuvenate the city's spiritual and cultural identity. For the next 22 years, he served as its chairman, ensuring sites like Jyotisar, Sannihit Sarovar, Shri Krishna Ayurvedic College, and Pehowa received the care and recognition they deserved. Today, Kurukshetra's standing as the cultural heart of Haryana owes much to Nanda's untiring commitment. In 1997, the government finally awarded him the Bharat Ratna award, the nation's highest civilian honour. But the honour came late. A year later, on January 15, 1998, he passed away quietly, leaving behind no wealth, no real estate, no foundation in his name. His last wish was poignant and symbolic, 'Let my ashes remain in Kurukshetra." Fulfilling his request, his ashes were enshrined in the Gulzarilal Nanda Memorial, a humble structure that stands today not just as a tribute, but as a living testament to what honest public service can look like.
The Hindu
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Festival to honor Dr. H. Narasimhaiah in Bengaluru
The Bangalore Lalitha Kala Parishat will host a three-day cultural festival in memory of the renowned educationist and rationalist Dr. H. Narasimhaiah. The Dr. H. Narasimhaiah Memorial Cultural Festival will take place from June 11 to 13 at the Multimedia Hall, National College, Jayanagar, Bengaluru starting at 5 p.m. each day. The festival began on June 11 with devotional music by Chandana Muraleedhara and her ensemble. On June 12, audiences will be treated to a Carnatic classical music recital featuring compositions by the esteemed scholar Prof. S.K. Ramachandra Rao, performed by Brunda Rao. The cultural celebration will conclude on June 13 with a Bharatanatyam performance by students of the Shivoham School of Performing Arts, led by Anil V. Iyer .
Deccan Herald
28-05-2025
- General
- Deccan Herald
BMRCL withdraws toilet charges after public pushback
User fees had been set at Rs 2 for using the urinal and Rs 5 for the toilet at 12 stations — National College, Lalbagh, South End Circle, Jayanagar, RV Road, Banashankari, JP Nagar, and Yelachenahalli, all on the Green Line; and Central College, Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park and KSR Railway Station on the Purple Line.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Mumbai faces severe waterlogging amid intense monsoon rainfall; IMD issues yellow alert for today
MUMBAI: Parts of Mumbai's Khar locality experienced waterlogging on Tuesday following intense rainfall on Monday, disrupting daily activities and raising questions about the city's monsoon preparedness. — ANI (@ANI) At Swami Vivekananda Road near National College, streets were partially inundated, forcing both vehicles and pedestrians to wade through waterlogged areas. The accumulation of water on major thoroughfares caused traffic slowdowns, particularly affecting commuters during rush hours. Light rainfall in the early hours of Tuesday brought pleasant conditions to the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continued heavy rainfall under predominantly cloudy skies. According to the IMD's Local Weather Report and Forecast for Mumbai-Borivali issued on May 26, the city registered temperatures between 23.0 degrees Celsius and 31.0 degrees Celsius. For May 27, the IMD predicts heavy rainfall with cloudy conditions, while temperatures are expected to remain at 23.0°C and 31.0°C for minimum and maximum respectively. The period from May 28 to May 30 is expected to bring moderate rainfall with cloudy conditions, with temperatures varying between 24.0°C and 32.0°C. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo For May 31 and June 1, the forecast indicates occasional rain or thunderstorms with partly cloudy skies, and maximum temperatures rising to 33.0°C. Heavy rainfall swept through Mumbai on Monday, with notable precipitation observed around Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), marking the arrival of monsoon in the city. The western suburban areas recorded varying levels of rainfall, with Supari Tank and Nariyalwadi Santacruz leading at 25 millimetres (mm), whilst Khar Danda Pali Hill registered 24 mm. The Ward Office documented 18 mm, HW Ward Office measured 16 mm, and rainfall amounts of 15 mm and 14 mm were noted at Vile Parle and Andheri Fire Stations respectively. Chakal Municipal School and MalvFire Station both registered rainfall of 14 mm and 12 mm, whilst Versova Pumping Station recorded 11 mm. Monsoon disrupts coastal commute: 16 ferry routes suspended With the onset of monsoon, Maharashtra Maritime Board has suspended operations on 16 critical waterways amongst the 36 routes in Mumbai and Konkan areas. Officials confirmed that M2M Ro-Ro (roll on-roll off) vessels will maintain their service between Ferry Wharf in Mazgaon and Mandwa in Alibaug, as these vessels are designed to operate throughout the year. Officials stated that several key routes have been temporarily discontinued, including New Ferry Wharf to Rewas, Gateway to Mandwa, Cidco Nerul to Mandwa, Malwan jetty to Sindhudurg fort, Dighi to Janjira fort, Murud Bunder to Janjira fort, Thal to Khanderi, and Rajpuri to Janjira fort. Monsoon claims 5 lives in Maharashtra The southwest monsoon arrived simultaneously in Mumbai, Pune, Solapur and other regions of Maharashtra on Monday, marking its earliest onset since 1990, when it had reached on May 20. The past 24 hours witnessed five rain-related fatalities, with three in Pune district and two in Latur. IMD issued a red alert indicating extremely heavy rainfall for Kolhapur district on Tuesday (May 27), whilst Pune was placed under an orange alert, warning of moderate to heavy rain with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in isolated areas of the Ghat regions. Rains halt railway services on Monday as tracks and platforms go underwater Over 50 Central Railway services — 30 on the Harbour line and 20 on the Main line — and 18 Western Railway services were cancelled. Several hundred services across CR and WR (WR) ran late, stranding thousands of commuters during peak hours. WR services were also hit between Mahalaxmi and Lower Parel, and between Churchgate and Marine Lines after tree branches fell on the overhead wires around 11am and 1.40pm, respectively. Train operations were most affected on the Harbour line between 10.30am and 11.30am. On the Main line, 20 services were short-terminated at Dadar and Parel. Harbour line services between Wadala and CSMT were suspended for nearly an hour, leading to the cancellation of 30 trains. Around eight mail/express trains were delayed by up to two hours due to the downpour. Rs 37,000-crore Mumbai Metro project faces water ingress The underground Acharya Atre Chowk station on Mumbai's Metro Line 3 (Colaba–SEEPZ) experienced flooding after heavy rainfall on Monday, leading authorities to restrict services and end train operations at Worli. The water ingress occurred at an entrance/exit point situated on Dr Annie Besant Road, prompting questions about the drainage systems and waterproofing measures of the Rs 37,000-crore transit corridor as monsoon approaches. Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL) attributed the flooding to the failure of a reinforced cement concrete (RCC) wall designed for water retention at the station entrance.
