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Time of India
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Nagpur's para power lifter Pratima honoured for finishing sixth in World Cup
Nagpur: Pratima Bonde, a second-year MA student at Dhanwate National College, participated in the 2025 World Para Power Lifting World Cup held in Beijing, China, from June 17 to 25. Representing INdia in the girls' 50 kg weight category, she delivered an excellent performance and secured sixth position in the competition. Previously, she won a gold medal at the Khelo India competition held in Delhi. She also won a gold medal in the girls' 50 kg weight category at the 22nd Senior and 17th Junior Para Power Lifting Championship held at Amethi University. Based on these achievements, Pratima was selected for the national team. Pratima, who won medals in numerous national competitions practices at the Munishwar Health Club under the guidance of Dronacharya Award recipient Vijay Munishwar. DNC Principal Prashant Kothe felicitated Pratima at the college for her success. Department Head Devendra Wankhede, Subhash Dadhe, Jayant Jichkar, and all teaching and non-teaching staff also congratulated her and extended best wishes for future success. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
BEU declares results for BTech and PhD in record time
1 2 Patna: The newly established Bihar Engineering University (BEU) on Monday made headlines by publishing the final semester results for the BTech 2021-25 batch online, alongside the results of its first-ever PhD programme. Announcing the results, state minister for science, technology and technical education, Sumit Kumar Singh, said the timely release of the BTech 8th semester results demonstrated BEU's commitment to academic discipline and transparency. "This is a proud moment for Bihar. In a short span of time, technical education here has expanded from diploma to MTech and PhD levels," he said. Highlighting the state's nominal tuition fees — Rs 5 per month for diploma and ₹10 for BTech students — he added, "Bihar is nurturing tomorrow's engineers and researchers in the best possible way." The minister added that students are progressing to premier institutes like IITs and NITs, with many securing placements in reputed organisations. He praised the university's policy of reserving one-third of its seats for female students, saying it promotes women's empowerment. Pratima, secretary of the STTE department, said, "Timely publication of student results is the true measure of academic progress. Bihar is entering a golden era of technical education. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Industry tie-ups, MoUs, and prompt academic reporting are opening new avenues for students." She added that the introduction of specialisations such as artificial intelligence, internet of things (IoT), cyber security, biomedical engineering and robotics would improve graduate employability. BEU vice-chancellor S K Verma announced that the university had received the ISTE Award for Best Emerging University in 2024. He also confirmed the launch of an MTech programme in Geoinformatics for the 2025-27 academic session.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Darjeeling student first NCC girl from Bengal to summit Everest
Siliguri: A 19-year-old student from Ghum, Darjeeling, successfully reached the summit of Mount Everest as part of a National Cadet Corps (NCC) all-girls expedition team. A political science student at St Joseph's College, Pratima Rai was the only female cadet selected from Bengal for the prestigious mission. She was among 19 cadets from across India chosen after a rigorous selection process that began in Sept last year. The team departed from Delhi in March to begin their expedition. The NCC girls' team reached the summit of the world's highest peak at 3am on May 18, marking a historic achievement. Captain Dhiraj Bhraman, associate NCC officer of St Joseph's College, told TOI, "The girls' team of the NCC has successfully climbed Mount Everest. Pratima's dedication and achievement are a milestone for our institution and a proud moment for the entire region. Her remarkable achievement stands as a testament to courage, endurance, and the spirit of the youth, encouraging more young women from the hills to dream big and scale new heights. " B Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch Bitcoin và Ethereum - Không cần ví! IC Markets BẮT ĐẦU NGAY Undo hraman also confirmed that Pratima and others were currently descending towards the base camp and were in good health. The college administration has lauded Pratima's feat, describing it as a "moment of immense pride" and a significant chapter in its history. "Pratima's extraordinary journey is expected to serve as a powerful inspiration for students throughout the region," said college authorities in a statement.
The Hindu
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Bihar introduces French and German language courses in 15 engineering colleges
The Bihar government on Tuesday (May 13, 2025) launched foreign language courses in French and German across 15 Government Engineering Colleges, under the Department of Science, Technology and Technical Education (DSTTE). The initiative, which marks a significant step towards enhancing global readiness among students, was formally inaugurated through an online ceremony chaired by Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena. The virtual event was held in the Chief Secretary's conference hall in Patna, and was attended by DSTTE Secretary Dr. Pratima, along with principals, faculty, and students from all 38 government engineering colleges who joined the session live from their respective institutions. A detailed presentation by Dr. Pratima outlined the objectives, implementation strategy, and roadmap for expansion. The programme, currently in its pilot phase, is expected to be scaled up to include all government engineering colleges in the State. In his address, Mr. Meena highlighted the relevance of foreign language proficiency for engineering graduates in an increasingly interconnected world. Drawing from his own background in technical education, he said that knowledge of languages such as French, German and Japanese significantly improves cross-cultural communication, international employability, and academic mobility. He commended the progress made in Bihar's technical education landscape over the past decade, attributing the transformation to the vision laid out by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in 2015. 'Under the guiding principle of Aarthik Bal, Yuvaon Ka Hal (Economic Stability, Solutions for Youth), Bihar has witnessed advancements in infrastructure, curriculum reform, and faculty appointments,' Mr. Meena said. He added that the inclusion of foreign languages in technical institutions would further augment the State's efforts to enhance students' global outreach. Mr. Meena recommended the addition of Japanese language courses to strengthen employability in the East Asian industrial sphere. The Chief Secretary also urged the department to forge international academic collaborations through Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with foreign universities and institutions, facilitating student exchange programmes, joint research, and language immersion initiatives. 'With such steps, Bihar's engineering colleges are on the path to becoming Institutes of National Eminence,' Mr. Meena remarked. He also commended Dr. Pratima for her leadership in broadening global learning opportunities for students. The event included interactive sessions in which students demonstrated their proficiency in French and German through introductory conversations - an early testament to the impact of the initiative. Participants responded positively to the launch, reflecting the growing aspiration among students to develop communication skills that align with international standards. The DSTTE has been actively pursuing capacity-building programmes across government engineering institutions in the State, with a focus on enhancing employability and academic excellence.
Hindustan Times
08-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
World Ovarian Cancer Day 2025: Doctors share symptoms, risk factors and lifestyle changes to prevent the disease
World Ovarian Cancer Day is observed every year on May 8 to raise awareness about one of the most underdiagnosed cancers in women, ovarian cancer. Often referred to as a "silent killer," it typically presents no clear symptoms in its early stages, making early detection difficult. To mark this important day, HT Digital spoke to medical experts who shared key tips to lower your risk and stay healthy. (Also read: Doctor ranks 10 most popular weight loss methods: Ozempic scores 7/10, while this one tops the list ) "Ovarian cancer is well-known all over the world. The factors contributing to its increasing prevalence may be in both resource-rich and resource-limited regions of the world. It's considered to be the most lethal gynaecological cancer in the United States. In India, it is the second most common gynaecological cancer being diagnosed and causing mortality after cervical cancer," says Dr Sachin Sekhar Biswal, Medical Oncologist, Manipal Hospital, Bhubaneswar. "Ovarian cancer primarily affects women between the ages of 50 55 and 64. It can also occur in younger women if they have a family history of ovarian, breast, endometrial or colorectal cancer or who have never given birth or genetic mutations like BRCA1, BRCA2 or Lynch syndrome and Hormone replacement therapy may increase ovarian cancer risk, especially if used for more than five years. Consult a doctor before starting HRT," says Dr. Pratima Raj, Associate Consultant, Gynaecological Oncology, Manipal Hospital. "The risk of ovarian cancer increases with age, the average age of detection being in the sixth to seventh decade. Familial or genetic cases appear a decade earlier than sporadic cases. The risk factors for ovarian cancer are increasing age, infertility, Nulliparity, polycystic ovarian disease, and cigarette smoking. Oral contraceptive pills, breastfeeding, hysterectomy, intrauterine devices, as well as tubal ligations are protective factors for ovarian cancer," adds Dr Sachin. Dr. Pratima highlights that comprehensive ovarian cancer treatment involves advanced medical technologies and an interdisciplinary approach. The following are some of the key treatment options available: "Not all ovarian cancers are malignant or pose a threat to survival. Benign ovarian tumours and germ cell tumours that present early in life are potentially curable with normal life expectancy. Epithelial ovarian tumours need to be staged surgically to know about potential curability and survival. Most of these cancers need a multimodal approach, including cytoreductive surgery, IV chemotherapy, and sometimes intraperitoneal chemotherapy," says Dr Sachin. "While lifestyle and healthy diet management are important in reducing the risk of ovarian cancer, they alone may not be sufficient to fully prevent it. Women can significantly lower the risk by maintaining a healthy diet and avoiding smoking. Early detection and proactive care can make all the difference in combating this silent threat," says Dr. Pratima. "Lifestyle changes impact the development of ovarian cancer, and modifiable factors may lead to a decrease in incidence as well as increased survival," advises Dr Sachin. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
