Students at Sido Kanhu Murmu University (SKMU) in Dumka are protesting a significant hike in B.Ed enrolment fees, which have risen from Rs 88,000 to Rs 1.30 lakh, with annual fees increasing to Rs 65,000. The Students Coordination Committee (SCC) threatens to shut down B.Ed colleges if the university doesn’t reverse the decision.
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati advocated for electric vehicles and rooftop solar systems to foster a greener future during the Odisha State Pollution Control Board’s Foundation Day. He emphasized reducing pollution and reliance on fossil fuels, highlighting the Raj Bhavan’s EV transition as a model.
Despite early monsoon withdrawal from Rajasthan, Jharkhand is unlikely to follow suit. The Ranchi Meteorological Office anticipates a normal monsoon withdrawal around October 7, close to the usual date of October 10. After arriving on June 17, the state is expected to experience cloudy and rainy conditions until September 19, with heavy rainfall predicted in…
India’s commitment to the Montreal Protocol demonstrates the effectiveness of science-based policies and global collaboration in phasing out ozone-depleting substances. This initiative significantly benefits states like Bihar by addressing environmental and public health issues related to ground-level ozone. Experts anticipate the ozone layer’s recovery will prevent damage to ecosystems and reduce health risks, highlighting the…
In Shillong, the body of a four-year-old girl, Insaphira Lyngdoh Mawnai, was discovered in a water-filled pit at an under-construction site after she was reported missing. The circumstances surrounding her death suggest a suspected homicide, prompting Chief Minister Conrad Sangma to order a thorough police investigation to ensure swift justice in this tragic case.
UNICEF India and JEPC are collaborating on a program in Jharkhand to holistically develop adolescents. The initiative includes training teachers from various schools using the ‘Aadha-Full Comic’ to address issues like gender equality and emotional well-being. The ‘KYON Card’ will also be implemented to enhance parent-teacher engagement and support adolescent development.
Following student appeals to include biotechnology in the Jharkhand Eligibility Test (JET), the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) is reviewing the matter. A delegation, including Alok Dubey and biotechnology professors, met with ministers to advocate for the inclusion of biotechnology and the creation of new posts for related subjects like microbiology and biochemistry.
