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Time of India
26-06-2025
- Time of India
International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking: Awareness events against drug abuse held across city
Kochi: At a time when society has grown increasingly vigilant about drug menace following a series of violent crimes, International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking was observed in city with renewed calls for awareness, stronger enforcement and community-based prevention efforts. Commissionerate of customs (preventive), Kochi, conducted an awareness campaign for schoolchildren as part of Mission Drug Free India at Ernakulam Govt Higher Secondary School for Girls. Chief commissioner, central tax, central excise and customs, Shaikh Khader Rahaman inaugurated the function. Commissioner T Tiju conducted awareness session for students. Infopark hosted a range of programmes featuring a rally by students from eight schools. Adding a unique touch to the event, Thrikkakara assistant commissioner of police Shiju P S performed a song during inaugural ceremony at Athulya auditorium, helping draw more attention to the cause. Addressing the gathering, Shiju called upon children to earn the courage and determination to say 'no' even to close friends who may encourage them to do wrong things. Anti-drug rally was taken out from Athulya building to Infopark police station. Infopark assistant manager Sajith N G administered anti-drug pledge at the conclusion of the rally, which was organized by Infopark police station along with Progressive Techies — a socio-cultural and welfare organization of IT employees. At Park Centre, which is the administrative hub of IT complex in suburban Kakkanad, employees took an anti-drug pledge in the presence of Infopark CEO Susanth Kurunthil. Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran inaugurated an anti-drug campaign titled No Entry as part of the launch of a five-year project, SAFE (Substance Abuse Free Environment Village), being implemented in Ernakulam parliamentary constituency under the leadership of Hibi Eden, MP. Eden said goal of the project is to ensure collaborative efforts of public representatives, educational institutions and social organizations to address the serious challenge of protecting children and youth from influence of intoxicants. Prithviraj said there is a misconception in society that drugs are a fuel for creativity in film industry. He stated that no great work was ever created under influence of any drug. A drug awareness seminar was organized at Edathala MES MK Mackar Pillai College for Advanced Studies under the leadership of rural district police. An awareness cycle rally was conducted under the guidance of Kodanad police station. Perumbavoor ASP Shakti Singh Arya inaugurated the event. A pledge against drugs was taken at rural district police headquarters and additional SP M Krishnan administered oath.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
IT employees launch campaign to support needy students
Kochi: As schools reopened after summer vacation, a collective of IT employees in the city launched Back to School initiative to support students in need. As part of the programme, the organization launched a campaign to support children from poor families by requesting public to contribute study materials to volunteers of the organization. The campaign is being conducted for eighth year in a row under the banner of Progressive Techies, a collective of IT employees in Kerala. The organization installed Back to School donation boxes in all buildings of Infopark. Those who would like to be a part of the campaign can contribute materials such as books, bags, computers, pencils, pens, pencil boxes, umbrellas, water bottles, tiffin boxes, etc. Public can also contribute money for purchasing the materials. Amount for a school kit is fixed at Rs 800. Past editions of the campaign were a big success as many people, including NRIs, contributed a huge amount as donations. Last year, the organization managed to support around 4,500 students. The organization is expecting an increase in contributions this time. During Covid pandemic, the collective donated smartphones and televisions to some students as part of the campaign. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Techie cultural fest Tarang begins at Infopark
Kochi: Taking a break from their desktops, tight schedules, and deadlines, techies in the state are enjoying a cultural break at the all-Kerala techies Kalolsavam 'Tarang' in Infopark, Kochi, from Monday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now More than 5,000 competitors from over 300 companies are participating in the third edition of Tarang, the fortnight-long cultural fest. The fest was inaugurated on Monday by industries minister P Rajeeve, who stressed the need for cultural get-togethers. "Such events strengthen personal relationships and reduce work pressure. The govt is trying to create quality jobs and a work environment in Kerala," he said. Organised jointly by Progressive Techies and Infopark, Tuesday saw competitions such as folk songs, story writing, mehndi art, and T-shirt painting held at various venues. After the results of the first day's competitions were announced, Key Value Software Systems was leading with 80 points. Inviser and Wipro were tied for second place with 40 points each. On the third day of the festival, Wednesday, competitions in light music, Sopana music, Kathakali music, group instrumental music, patriotic songs, and poetry writing will be held across three venues. Infopark CEO Susanth Kurunthil said Malayalis and art festivals continue to share a unique bond no matter the circumstance. The festival began with a procession of contestants and artists from various companies. A flash mob in the courtyard of the Vismaya building, which hosted the inaugural ceremony, added to the excitement. Some employees, dressed in costumes inspired by certain movies and their characters, particularly entertained the crowd. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Chenda Melam, Kavadi, and band-melam of various groups heightened the festive atmosphere. The procession, which started from the Vismaya and ended at the Athulya building through the main gate of Infopark, was joined by special guests: film actor Vinay Forrt and singer Hesham Abdul Wahab. Present on the occasion were Progressive Techies President Anish Panthalani, Thrikkakara Municipality Vice-Chairman Abdu Shana, and sponsors of the event. They handed over a cheque for Rs 8,69,816 for Rebuild Wayanad, collected from Infopark for financial assistance to those who lost their homes in the Wayanad disaster. The fortnight-long cultural fest will be held in various venues and conclude on May 9 MSID:: 120522353 413 |
