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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Govt team visits Silchar to assess waste management
1 2 3 4 Silchar: The city's ambitious journey towards a cleaner environment received a significant push with a comprehensive field assessment by the Urban Management Centre (UMC), the Technical Support Unit (TSU) for Assam govt under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban). The UMC team undertook an extensive field study, assessing the entire solid waste management value chain across the municipal area. Their in-depth observations of operational aspects and direct engagement with stakeholders aimed at identifying existing gaps and exploring avenues for improvement. The assessment kicked off with a thorough review of key urban sites, including bustling market areas, the transfer station, and selected municipal wards. A significant highlight of the visit was the collaborative discussions held with door-to-door waste collection agencies and Silchar Municipal Corporation officials. "This assessment highlights the areas where we have improved and, the areas that need work," Cachar DC Mridul Yadav said.
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Citizens protest potholes in Ulhasnagar by wearing sari, dancing to draw attention of municipal commissioner
ULHASNAGAR: Citizens troubled by potholes in Ulhasnagar city tried to attract the attention of the female Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation's Commissioner towards the potholes in a unique way by dancing in potholes while men wore a sari. Citizens demanded that citizens especially women face a lot of problems due to potholes on the roads in the city. Despite having a female Commissioner in the city, the condition of the roads is bad, so they demanded that she should get fill the potholes and eliminate the inconvenience to women and city residents. For this, they protested by wearing a sari. It may be recalled that due to rain this year in Ulhasnagar, many roads in the city, which are made of asphalt, were filled with potholes on a large scale. Not only this, but there were also potholes on many cement roads. Due to these potholes, common citizens faced problems, especially women in the city. In view of this, some alert citizens on Friday in Ulhasnagar protested by taking the form of women at various pothole spots in the city with the aim of waking up the Municipal Corporation administration. During this, citizens were seen waking up the administration by singing songs made about potholes. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Hear better, live easier Amplifon Book Now Undo Radhakrishna Sathye, who was involved in the protest, said that due to potholes on roads everywhere in the city, apart from common citizens, women, especially pregnant women, faced problems. In such a situation, since women officers occupy all the important posts, including the Commissioner in UMC, there are a lot of expectations from them. So, I took the form of a woman and protested with the aim of making them fill the potholes. When asked about the issue, Ajay Sable, Public Relation Officer of UMC, said, "Municipal Corporation instructed all the ward officers at the ward level to get fill the potholes, and this time we filled all the big potholes so that no major accident occurs. The work of filling other potholes has also started."
Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Ujjain tops SSL in 3-10 lakh category
Ujjain: Ujjain secured first position in Super Swachh League in the category of cities with population of three to 10 lakh. Ujjain Municipal Corporation (UMC) chairman Kalavati Yadav, Mayor Mukesh Tatwal and commissioner Ashish Pathak received the award from President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi. "This achievement was made possible through public involvement. The achievement not only demonstrates efficiency of city's sanitation system but also highlights cooperation and awareness of its citizens," Tatwal said. Pathak was of the view that Ujjain effectively adopted standard operating procedure according to the cleanliness mission standards, leading to the recognition. UMC strengthened door-to-door waste collection and transportation system in the city. It organized waste management and maintained continuous monitoring of waste segregation, recycling, and proper disposal. Dewas top among cities with population between 50k and 3L Indore: Dewas achieved a significant milestone in Swachh Survekshan 2024, securing the first position in the category of cities with a population between 50,000 and 3 lakhs. This prestigious award was presented by President Draupadi Murmu at a ceremony held today, Thursday, in Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Madhya Pradesh urban administration minister Kailash Vijayvargiya, Dewas mayor Geeta Agrawal, and municipal commissioner Rajnish Kasera jointly received the award from the President. This marks the first time Dewas was honoured with a Presidential Award. The city also received a Five-Star Rating for its cleanliness efforts and earned its second consecutive Water Plus Certificate.
Times of Oman
09-07-2025
- Health
- Times of Oman
Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Center earns global recognition as Center of Excellence in Supportive Care
Muscat – In a landmark achievement for Sultanate of Oman and the region, the Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Center (SQCCCRC), affiliated to the University Medical City UMC, has been officially designated as a Center of Excellence in Supportive Care in Cancer by the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC). This international recognition makes SQCCCRC the first center in the Middle East to receive the prestigious MASCC designation and places it among only 20 institutions worldwide recognized for excellence in providing comprehensive supportive care to cancer patients. This prestigious global recognition underscores SQCCCRC's steadfast commitment to clinical excellence in oncology, compassionate and comprehensive patient care, and leadership in supportive care practices. And their commitment to the highest standards of patient-centered care, including physical, emotional, and psychological support throughout the cancer journey. The designation places UMC among a select group of institutions worldwide that meet the highest international standards in supportive cancer care. This achievement is a testament to the dedication, expertise, and tireless efforts of SQCCCRC multidisciplinary team, and to the unwavering mission of improving the quality of life for cancer patients through holistic, patient-centered care. As a MASCC Center of Excellence, SQCCCRC is now recognized as a global leader in delivering state-of-the-art supportive care alongside cutting-edge cancer treatment and Palliative care. The designation reaffirms the center's role as a hub for innovation, research, and best practices that directly benefit patients and their families. Looking Ahead, the center plans to expand its initiatives in supportive oncology, invest in professional development, and enhance collaborative efforts with leading global institutions. This milestone also paves the way for further contributions to the field through research, education, and integrated care programs. The University Medical City and SQCCCRC extend their heartfelt thanks to the MASCC for this honor, and to every healthcare professional and team member whose commitment made this recognition possible.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Schools to close on Mondays during Shravan in Ujjain
Ujjain: Ujjain collector Roshan Kumar Singh on Monday declared holidays for all govt and private schools within Ujjain Municipal Corporation (UMC) limits on Mondays from July 14 to August 13 in view of Lord Mahakal procession taken out during Shravan, one of the holiest and most revered months of Hindu calendar. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now . So, the schools will be closed on July 14, 21, 28 and Aug 4 and 11. Sundays before them – July 13, 20, 27 and Aug 3 and 10, will be working days for the schools, the order stated. The decision was made to avoid hassles for school children during the grand processions taken out every Monday during the Shravan and Bhadrapad months of religious significance. District education officer Anand Sharma stated that the decision was made in the interest of children and parents to avoid traffic congestion caused by the procession on Mondays. Starting next Monday, a procession for Lord Mahakaleshwar will be organised as part of the Shravan-Bhadra month. This time, six processions will be taken out beginning July 14, and the final royal procession will be held on Aug 18. On the day of the royal procession, there is a local holiday in Ujjain. During the procession, traffic in the city increases, and for safety and crowd control, police set up barricades on the roads. This causes school vehicles to get caught in the crowd and stuck in traffic jams, the officials feel. To prevent this inconvenience for parents and children, the district education department proposed to the collector to hold school on Sundays instead of Mondays, DEO Sharma said, adding that students and their parents, who use other means to reach school also face difficulties. "This is not being done for the first time; it is being practised for the past two years," Sharma said. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This arrangement has drawn flak from working couples. State Employees Union regional secretary Manohar Giri said, "Nowadays, both husband and wife need to work to manage family responsibilities. They have to work and typically get off on Sundays. Also, most employed individuals reside at the district headquarters and within the municipal limits, so operating schools on Sundays will create mental, physical, and financial pressure on working parents. "
