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The Hindu
14-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Nodal officers appointed to track higher education enrolment of Government school students in Coimbatore
As part of the Kalloori Kanavu initiative of the Tamil Nadu Government, the Coimbatore District Administration has appointed 116 senior officials from various local bodies and the School Education Department as nodal officers to monitor higher education enrolment among students from 116 government schools who completed Class 12 during the 2024–2025 academic year. Following the direction of District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar, the nodal officers visited each school to assess the enrolment status of all students who appeared for the board examinations. Their responsibilities also included identifying those who had not enrolled in any course and providing them with necessary guidance and support. According to official data, 10,301 students from government schools in the district have cleared the Class 12 exams. Among them 8,112 (78%) have already joined higher education institutions, while 1,908 students (18.5%) have submitted applications and are awaiting admission. A total of 281 students have not yet applied for any higher education programme. To ensure inclusive access, a district-level grievances redress camp was organised to support students who have not enrolled. A Higher Education Guidance Centre has also been established to assist students with counselling and application processes. A review meeting of all nodal officers was held on Friday, chaired by the District Collector. Officers presented field updates, and plans were discussed to ensure that all remaining students are guided into appropriate courses. 'Since various counselling processes have just now begun, the opportunities are still open. Officials have been instructed to ensure that every eligible student is enrolled,' said Chief Education Officer R. Balamurali.
The Hindu
06-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Over 150 students attend grievances redress camp for higher education admissions in Coimbatore
Coimbatore District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar chaired a special grievances redress camp for students seeking admission to higher education courses at the District Collectorate on Friday. Over 150 students who have completed Class 12, along with their parents, attended the camp and submitted 55 requests related to bank loans, certificates, education scholarships, and NEET coaching. The Collector said the district has over 175 colleges in various fields. He also provided students with information on courses and addressed common queries. A guidebook containing details on colleges, available courses, seat availability, contact persons, required certificates, and government support schemes was distributed at the camp. For further information on higher education admissions, students and parents may contact the Higher Education Guidance and Counselling Centre at the District Collectorate via mobile number 9487047568 or toll-free 1800 425 0085.
The Hindu
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
T.N. to take steps to increase investments from Germany
Tamil Nadu will take steps to bring more investments from Germany, said Industries MinisterT.R.B. Rajaa on Wednesday. Speaking virtually at the commissioning of a new manufacturing facility of ZF Group in Coimbatore, he said the ZF Group has made a cumulative investment of ₹2,000 crore at its Coimbatore plant. The district will develop into a top notch global manufacturing centre and the Department of Industries of the Tamil Nadu government is working towards it. The Minister said he plans to travel to Germany soon to meet the industries there and invite them to invest in Tamil Nadu. District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar said Coimbatore has industries in multiple sectors – automobiles, electric vehicles, foundries, pumps, etc. With the ease of doing business in the State, there are several investments here. The State government is giving great attention to bring investments, especially from Germany, he said. Deepak Shetty, CEO and Managing Director of JCB India, said Tamil Nadu plays an important role in JCB's growth. The Indian construction equipment industry is poised to become the second largest globally by 2030, he said.
The Hindu
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Coimbatore Book Festival to be held from July 18 to 27
The Coimbatore district administration and the Coimbatore District Small Industries Association (Codissia) will organise the ninth edition of Coimbatore Book Festival next month in the city. District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar told the media on Tuesday the fair to be held at the Codissia Trade Fair Complex from July 18 to 27 will have over 280 stalls. More than one lakh titles will be on display and the organisers expect close to one lakh visitors. The fair will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and entry will be free. The organisers have made arrangements for the government school students to visit the fair. Some of the special events at the 10-day fair will be presentation of Lifetime Achievement Award to a Tamil literary personality. The award will carry a cash prize of ₹1.5 lakh and a citation. Three literary personalities will receive Young Writers Award in fiction, non-fiction, and poetry categories. The publisher of these works will also receive a cash prize. Applications for this award should be submitted by June 15. Further, a short film competition will be organised under the topics : Being Human, Save Nature, Old is Gold, Breaking Stereotypes, and Gratitude and Empathy. Directors Lingusamy and Saran will be the judges for this contest. The Collector added that this year, women's day will be celebrated for the women visiting the fair, and cultural programmes will be organised every day. Competitions will be conducted for school and college students, he said.
The Hindu
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Variable message system comes up at Red Cross junction roundabout in Coimbatore
A variable message system (VMS) that has been installed at the Red Cross junction roundabout will create awareness among the public on social issues and road safety. Coimbatore District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar inaugurated the new arrangement in the presence of Corporation Commissioner M. Sivaguru Prabhakaran, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) S. Ashok Kumar and G. Manuneethi, Divisional Engineer (Road Safety) for Coimbatore Circle. The VMS consists of a large LED board mounted on an aesthetically designed metal structure. The LED board will display awareness messages on road safety, drug abuse, traffic violations, crimes against children and women, child labour and other social issues. C. Palanivelu, Chairman of GEM Hospital and Research Centre, sponsored the VMS while JS Associate Development (I) Pvt Ltd supported the installation, said the police. According to Mr. Ashok Kumar, the VMS will not display motion contents as they might divert the attention of motorists. The system will only display awareness contents as still images. He said that more such arrangements could be installed across the city if sponsors supported with corporate social responsibility funds.
