Parents of students in Jaipur rejoice as the Rajasthan govt orders to waive off fees by 30-40%
The concerned department has also submitted a report with SOP guidelines to the Chief Minister's Office, requesting suggestions on reopening of schools from November 2.
October 29 | 2020
Bringing a sigh of relief amidst the parents in the state amidst this ongoing pandemic, the Rajasthan government has ordered the CBSE affiliated private schools to waive off their tuition fees by 30% for class 9 to 12. Along with it, the schools which are affiliated with the state board, have to slash their fees by 40%, for the same grades.
Along side this, the Progressive Association School of Rajasthan, which filed a plea against the High Court's decision ordering 30% deduction in school tuition fee, was not in support of this conclusion. "This decision is not right, it is discriminatory. If it is implemented, we will go against it to the Supreme Court. How will the schools be able to pay salaries to teachers and staff if fees are slashed by 30 and 40 per cent?"
<h2>Campaign demanding 'No School, No fee'</h2><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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</p><p>As the CBSE body reduced the school syllabus by 30% for classes 9 to 12, their school tuition fees should be reduced by 30%- said the order of The Education Department. At the same time, the Rajasthan Board has reduced the syllabus by 40%, so they should reduce the fee by 40%, the order, which was issued on Wednesday, further added. The concerned department has also submitted a report with SOP guidelines to the Chief Minister's Office, requesting suggestions on reopening of schools from November 2. But it is to be noted that no such decision has been taken for the students from class 1 to 8 and they are not being called to schools as of now. The decision regarding their school fees will be reviewed after the schools are reopened. <br></p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="7448307427" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>Given that the schools were closed for almost eight months now, a committee was formed by the state government to decide on the fees issue as parents have been running a campaign demanding 'No School, No fee'.</p><p><strong>With inputs from IANS</strong><br></p>
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Entrepreneurs in Mumbai can seek for investment, under P&G India's 'vGrow' program
vGROW is an inclusive platform which identifies and collaborates with businesses and individuals offering industry-leading solutions.
October 29 | 2020
On Thursday, Procter & Gamble (P&G), which is a prominent name in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, announced a 400-crore 'India Growth Fund'. This will be a collaboration with existing and new suppliers to build capacities that will further localize manufacturing of finished products, procurement of raw materials & packaging materials, and adopt go-to-market innovations & technology. The latest venture responds to the government's as well as the company's vision of a self-reliant India and it also showcases P&G's promise to drive inclusive growth in India through external partnerships.
<h2> 'vGROW' Program by P&G</h2><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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</p><p>This new fund is a part of P&G India's 'vGROW' program, which focuses on identifying and collaborating with start-ups, small businesses, individuals or large organizations offering innovative industry-leading solutions. <span></span><span></span>Following this announcement, P&G also launched the third edition of 'P&G vGROW External Business Partner Summit,' on October 29-30, 2020, which offers a platform to the existing and new suppliers to pitch their solutions to P&Gs leadership team. Additionally, this year, the summit will also focus on tagging solutions that revolutionize go-to-market capabilities, optimize inventory and expand consumer base of the P&G brands.<br></p><p>The CEO of P&G Indian Subcontinent, Madhusudan Gopalan, stated, "More than 95% of the products we sell in India are manufactured locally. We also export finished products manufactured in India to more than 120 countries. In line with our commitment, we are setting-up P&G's 'India Growth Fund' to collaborate with partners on building capacities that will further localize manufacturing of finished products, procurement of raw materials & packaging materials, and adopt innovative solutions that enhance our go-to-market technologies which will enable us to serve our consumers in India." He further added, "We are confident that through these partnerships we will be able to create an eco-system and supplier network that will further enable us to make in India, for India and the world."</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="7448307427" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><h2>'A platform that offers innovative industry-leading solutions'</h2><p>vGROW is an inclusive platform which identifies and collaborates with businesses and individuals offering industry-leading solutions. Through this platform, P&G can reach out to over 2,300+ Indian suppliers including start-ups, small businesses and large organizations, hailing from various industries and service backgrounds. P&G also has its online platform 'P&G Hackathon', which connects external business partners with innovative solutions, which further curates a collaborative ecosystem.<span></span></p><p><strong>With inputs from IANS</strong></p>
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Pupils in Lucknow & other cities can now access Higher Education Digital Library at no cost
The students will have access to study material in English and Hindi prepared by best teachers of the state universities.
October 29 | 2020
The authorities of Uttar Pradesh have launched a Higher Education Digital Library, that will help the students to access the best of related content, at no cost at all. Pupils who are admitted in higher education institutions in any part of the state or the country, will have access to the audio-video lectures and study materials, which have been curated by experts. Over 61,500 people have already visited the portal till now.
<h2>Over 35,000 e-content material on 134 subjects, collected from 1,700 teachers from 23 state universities</h2><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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</p><p>This digital library is offering students over 35,000 e-content material on 134 subjects, collected from 1,700 teachers from 23 state universities. The Deputy Chief Minister, who is also the state's Minister for Secondary and Higher Education, was quoted saying, "The digital library is a unique initiative in higher education. Now, students can access the study material created by experts from anywhere and anytime and hence education will not be confined to the boundaries of campuses and time." </p><p>He further mentioned that students who cannot afford expensive journals and books for studies and research, will benefit from this initiative. The Higher Education Department has also listed a helpline number to assist students, in case they have any queries related to the e-content available in the digital library. </p><p>Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education, mentioned, "The digital library is a boon for students, especially during pandemic times. Subject-wise content is available for students to study and download for free." She further stated that the students will get material for various subjects including science, law, management, social science, engineering, agriculture, foreign languages and so on. </p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="7448307427" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><h2>For easy availability of quality online lectures and content</h2><p>This portal for uploading higher education study material was launched by the Higher Education department, on the 5th of September and thereafter, September and October were observed as 'Vidyadan Maah'. This underlined the objective of ensuring easy availability of quality e-content, online lectures and study material to students. This library was also backed by the officials of the National Informatics Centre.<span></span></p>
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High onion prices in Goa make citizens teary; cheaper costs to be provided through PDS
As per reports, the authorities are in the process of sourcing supplies of onion via National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India.
October 29 | 2020
Indian kitchens are nothing without their basket of onions and it is a staple in almost everyone's regular diets. So when the prices of onions hit a staggering ₹80-90/kg, straight from ₹50-60/kg and even less in some areas, it left the citizens teary eyed. Keeping in sight the surging prices of onions in the state, Goa's Chief Minister on Wednesday stated that the vegetable which is an essential commodity, would be provided at a cheaper cost via the state's public distribution system network.
<h2>Supply via Goa's PDS system to be initiated</h2><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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</p><p>The CM was quoted saying, "Each ration card holder will be given three kg onion at the cost of <span></span>₹32-33 per kg", at the state Secretariat on Wednesday. As per reports, the authorities are in the process of sourcing supplies of onion via National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India and the supply via Goa's PDS system would be in effect after a fortnight. Amid a sudden spurt in the prices, onion in the Goan market is currently priced between ₹80 to ₹90 per kg, which has left the commoners in dire straits. </p><p>In cities like Delhi and Mumbai, the prices of onions have hit ₹100 for a kilogram and such a surge is a result of massive losses to kharif onion in North Karnataka. The early-kharif onion crop sown in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, were destroyed due to incessant rainfall. Heavy rains also lashed onion crops grown in parts of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra.</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="7448307427" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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No Charter season this year in Goa; small businesses probably to face a financial blow
This is spelling perils for the tourism and hospitality industry as the state's much-awaited charter season has been put on indefinite hold.
October 29 | 2020
Goa's tourism industry heavily depends on foreign tourists and charters but this season, the state will be lying bare without any of its usual international visitors. Stakeholders of the tourism industry are disheartened at the Centre's conclusion last week, which states that tourist visas will still remain on hold. This is spelling perils for the tourism and hospitality industry as the state's much-awaited charter season has been put on indefinite hold.
<h2>No Charter Season this year</h2><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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</p><p>The charter season in the state usually commences by the mid of October and concludes the following year, by April-May months. International tourists fly in from all across the globe and the footfalls cross lakhs each time. But the tally of domestic tourists visiting Goa, is certainly way ahead of its international attention. Just recently, the Travel and Tourism Association of Goa (TTAG) entered into a Air Bubble agreement with the UK, Russia and Poland- which help Goa to scoop off maximum revenue. But these countries have been witnessing a surge in their corona cases, which is a major discouraging factor in this context.<br></p><p>The government of Goa has shown support in restarting the tourism industry by cutting down on the beach shack license fee by 50% and the demarcation process of beach shacks along Goa's coastal belt has also become operational. For the safety of the tourists, 2 new police districts have also been formed and direct flights from Goa to London and vice versa, have commenced as well. Other various provisions have been issued by the authorities too, in terms of boosting tourism in the state.</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="7448307427" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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Lucknow: Capt. Manoj Pandey, cricket tournament is here to reignite the cricketing passion in you
In a time when cricket is already catching eyeballs, the Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey, PVC cricket tournament is a great way to enlighten people about his contribution to the nation and get the cricket fever going.
October 29 | 2020
Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey, PVC is one of the bravest sons of Lucknow. Now, the Capt. Manoj Pandey, PVC cricket tournament is here in an effort to pay homage to the fallen heroes of the nation. The goal of the tournament is two fold- to reignite our love for cricket and to pay a real tribute to the heroes who laid down their lives for the country in the fateful Kargil war of 1999.
<p>So, in that light, here is all you need to know about the cricket tournament, which is happening right here in Lucknow and will host a total of 7 matches, at least till the finals. </p><h2>Sahara Cricket Ground will be home to the prestigious tournament</h2><p>The tournament will kick off from November 01, 2020 and will host at least 7 matches. In the tournament, there are four intra city teams which will compete against one another for the top prize of the winner's trophy. </p><p>In the league stage, there will be 6 league matches, two with every team. These four teams are- Lucknow Titans, BCC (Bharat Cricket Club), Jankipuram Gladiators and CA 11.</p><p>Each team will have to play a match on Sundays. The winners will then qualify for the finalist position, which will be the winner of the top two teams. For the second runners' up, there will be a lucrative prize. After each of the matches, players will be awarded with man of the match trophies and other titles of recognition.</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="7448307427" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>Extraordinary batsmen and bowlers will also have their time in the limelight, as there will be an overall trophy for the best batsman and the best bowler. All in all, the tournament will be a great way to pay homage and our respects to the heroes that laid down their lives to protect the nation. </p><p>Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey, PVC is an individual who makes us all feel proud to be Lucknowites and his contribution towards the freedom of India has been a tale of utmost bravery and devotion to the country. In a time when cricket is already catching eyeballs, the Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey, PVC cricket tournament is a great way to enlighten people about his contribution to the nation and get the cricket fever going. </p><p>Contributed by<strong> Arsh</strong></p>
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Crazy weekends are back in Lucknow coz Bigg Daddy is making a come back, in a brand new avatar!
This ritzy party hub will be back in action from the 29th of October onwards.
October 28 | 2020
Lucknow's Bigg Daddy used to be our chill spot during almost every weekend and sometimes, even on the weekdays for a quick catch up session with our squad. But its closure almost 2 years back, left us all with a long face and heavy hearts. As it turns out now, we don't have to live in throwbacks anymore because our wishes to party here at Big Daddy has been granted and how! This ritzy party hub will be back in action from the 29th of October onwards, in a brand new avatar. Once again, you can party your hearts out here and it'll be just like the old times but so much better.
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</p><p>Bigg Daddy has yet again entered into the party scenes of Lucknow with a board of new management and we're expecting a full-house from day 1 itself. Needless to say, Bigg Daddy will be following all the issued covid protcols because we're their top-most priority and the party must go on! We honestly cannot wait to drop by to soak up on the chill vibes here and oh, the panoramic view of the city from their open space, keeps us hooked for hours.<br></p><p>Also, since the weather is pleasant these days and winter is en route, you can book yourself a table amidst the twinkling backdrop of the city and we're sure, bae's gonna give you brownie points for this date. You can even spend your festive week holidays with your pals at Bigg Daddy because it's not everyday that the gang can huddle up so better make it worth it, right?!</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="7448307427" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><h2>So what we're saying is-</h2><p>The pandemic is steadily receding, our favourite winter season is coming and Bigg Daddy is back too; so get textin' and callin' your buddies and chalk out your hangout plans ASAP because we're all<em> wild about daddy cool.</em></p>
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Indore's Pipliyahana flyover to finally get functional by December 2020
Delayed by 14 months, the overhead road to finally start operations.
October 28 | 2020
The 750-meter long Pipliyahana flyover, commissioned under the Indore Development Authority was to open for public use after 18 months of its initiation in April 2018. However, delayed by 14 months already, the overhead road will finally start operations by December this year.
<h2>Delayed to December 2020</h2><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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</p><p>The Indore Development Authority officials confirmed that the Pipliyahana flyover will kickstart services to commuters by the end of this year. As per the project assistant engineer, the construction work is in its last leg and the final crucial testing and loading work will commence by Friday. <br></p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="3193383559" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>Adding onto this, he pointed out that all development work of the project has been completed and the final fixes including railing installation and other such works are underway. The Pipliyahana flyover is the 750-meter long, 24-meter wide- 6 lane road which was approved by the IDA to ease the traffic, de-congesting vehicular movement between the Pipliyahana and Shivaji Vatika squares. The underpass of the flyover will also facilitate the usual mobility between the Bypass and Shivaji Square.</p><p> An average of 1.05 vehicles used to route through Pipliyahana square in 2018, when the project started. the The flyover costs around ₹36 crores and was initially to start functions by October 2019. However, with delays along with the lockdowns have now pushed the opening to December 2020.</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="7448307427" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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Liquor stores in Lucknow & other districts of UP to open for 12 hours, 10 AM onwards
Here's what you need to know-
October 28 | 2020
After a span of about seven months, the liquor shops in Uttar Pradesh will now hark back to their original pre-covid timings, which were marked at10 AM to 10 PM. On Tuesday, this order was issued by the Excise Department and it will be applicable to all liquor shops located outside the containment zones in Lucknow and the same goes for other districts in UP as well.
Previously on the 4th of May, liquor shops that were shuttered, were allowed to resume business. However, these stores could operate only till 7 PM then. Subsequently, when the government had announced weekend regulations to arrest the spread, the closure directives were applicable to liquor vends as well.
<h2>Wedding & Festive Season to boost sales</h2><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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</p><p>In the month of July, liquor shops were allowed to be functional during the weekends but only till 9 PM and now, such rules have been revoked. The general secretary of Liquor Sellers Welfare Association of UP, Kanhaiya Lal Maurya, stated that the decision would help significantly in improving sales. <br></p><p>He mentioned, "It had been several months since liquor shops were being closed at 9 pm. When bars and restaurants are being allowed to function for longer duration, we could not understand why shops had to be closed early. We met senior officials of the Excise Department last week and had requested them to change the timings. The Association welcomes the decision."</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1928181993792414" data-ad-slot="7448307427" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>This body has also raised the issue of not being able to meet the license requirements for sales due to the early closure and Maurya further mentioned that now with the commencement of the wedding and festive season, liquor vend owners would be able to make up for the incurred losses. </p>
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