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Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
UP dept adopts simpler and faster process for issuing driving licence
Lucknow: A detailed review of new driving licence applications from Jan 1 to June 10 by the transport department revealed the success of its "paperless, faceless, and cashless" initiative, with several districts recording exceptional disposal rates and minimal pendency. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The analysis revealed outstanding performance in several districts. Ghaziabad received 24,115 applications with just 15 pending (0.06%), Prayagraj (RTO) had 33 pending out of 23,914 (0.13%), and Muzaffarnagar reported only 20 pending out of 13,523 (0.15%). In districts like Shahjahanpur (0.46%) and Amethi (0.63%), where application volumes were lower, pendency rates were slightly higher. The department has responded by initiating special monitoring in these areas. Thanks to strong monitoring, administrative efficiency, and effective public awareness campaigns, including outreach via social media, the pendency rate dropped below 0.5% in over 90% of the districts, said an official. The department aims to further streamline the application and approval process with the help of Community Service Centres (CSCs) and the Sarathi portal. Performance reviews will be conducted regularly to maintain and improve results. "Owing to the department's continuous efforts, the licence issuance process has become simpler, faster, and more transparent. All districts have been instructed to ensure that pending cases are resolved within seven days. Officials from lagging districts have been urged to evaluate their performance and take swift corrective measures based on the comprehensive review report issued by the department," said transport commissioner, Brijesh Narayan Singh.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
PGI developing app for patient identification, crowd management
1 2 Chandigarh: The PGI is working with CDAC Noida to develop a QR code-based patient identification and sophisticated crowd and queue management features app. "With this app, the patients can scan and pay the fee and register online. Those who are outstation can go to their e-sampark centres, and get registered with a specific token number," Pankaj Rai, deputy director of administration, PGI. "Once they visit the PGI, the token can be shown and all demographic details that were captured will be printed as the OPD card. This will not waste time," he said, adding that "a map of the PGI will be integrated into this app, which can be used for navigation by the student volunteers of the project Sarathi." The app's development is expected to progress rapidly, with the Advanced Paediatric Centre to start it as a pilot project in the next three to four months. This digital push is part of a broader strategy, which also includes the ongoing upgrade of the Hospital Information System (HIS) to version 2. The complete digitisation of the HIS already streamlined processes such as indenting and medicine procurement under schemes like Ayushman Bharat, ensuring greater transparency and efficiency across the institute. Addressing the increasing patient load and the critical need for enhanced security and crowd management, Prof Vivek Lal, director PGI, announced the approval to recruit 300 ex-servicemen through outsourcing. These personnel are expected to join the campus security team within the next four to five months. Additionally, PGI recruited 82 new faculty members, strictly adhering to department of personnel & training (DoPT) norms, including EWS reservation, reinforcing the institute's commitment to meritocracy. "The implementation of 12-hour operating theatre (OT) schedules led to a remarkable 30-40% increase in the number of surgeries performed, effectively improving patient throughput. To support this increased surgical capacity, 32 new OT technicians are slated to join the institute within the next four months," he said.
Hans India
09-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
GlobalGyan Launches ‘Sarathi Leadership Program' to Accelerate Mid-Level Managers into Future CXO Roles
GlobalGyan Leadership Academy has opened enrolments for the 2025 edition of its flagship executive education initiative, the Sarathi Leadership Program. This transformational journey is crafted to help mid-level managers step into strategic leadership and prepare for CXO roles. Tailored for professionals with over 10+ years of experience, Sarathi bridges the critical gap between operational execution and enterprise-level leadership. Unlike traditional programs that lean heavily on theory, Sarathi offers a deeply experiential and practical approach to leadership development. Through immersive learning labs, real-time simulations, and mentoring from some of India's most respected leadership coaches, the program builds strategic clarity, emotional resilience, and the ability to lead transformational change across complex business environments. Sarathi empowers participants to think and act like senior leaders, enabling a shift from managing functions to leading businesses. The program is structured into four progressive phases: Pre-Immersion, Strategic Leadership Accelerator, Executive Influence Studio, and Post-Immersion Coaching. A cornerstone of the experience is two in-person, three-day immersion labs, where participants engage in live case explorations, strategic decision-making, and the acclaimed Game of Stones simulation designed to sharpen leadership judgment under uncertainty. What sets Sarathi apart is its faculty of high-impact leadership coaches, including Srinivasa Addepalli, Chandramoulee P., Abhishek Kumar, and Suman Addepalli — seasoned experts who have delivered leadership development programs at top corporates like Mahindra group, HUL, ITC, and the Aditya Birla Group. Their real-world experience enables participants to gain actionable insights and mentorship grounded in business realities. 'Today's mid-level leaders are often caught in the gap between execution and strategy, highly capable, yet not always equipped with the perspective or tools to influence at the enterprise level. Sarathi was created to fill that void. This is not just a training program. It's a platform designed to elevate professionals from functional expertise to strategic leadership, helping them confidently step into CXO roles.' said Srinivasa Addepalli, Director, GlobalGyan Leadership Academy. The program fee is ₹4,00,000 plus applicable taxes. An early bird price of ₹3,50,000 plus taxes is available for participants who register by 31st May, 2025. Backed by GlobalGyan's track record of empowering over 43,000+ managers across 60+ enterprises since 2016, the Sarathi Leadership Program continues to raise the bar for leadership development.
Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Residents of Wakad, Ravet complain of contaminated drinking water since May last week
According to residents of Wakad, Ravet and nearby areas under the jurisdiction of the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), they have been receiving contaminated drinking water - which is muddy, greenish in colour, and has a foul taste - since the last week of May, causing health concerns. The residents of these areas said that several complaints have been lodged on the PCMC's 'Sarathi' portal and that many residents are complaining of stomach upset and diarrhoea. Sachin Londe, a citizen-activist from Wakad, said that two residents from their housing society have been hospitalised due to consumption of contaminated water. 'We have to spend thousands of rupees for testing the water. The PCMC is disconnecting the water supply of societies with defunct sewage treatment plants (STPs). While the civic body is alert about sending property tax reminders, why can't it be equally alert about supplying safe drinking water. When is it going to fulfil its duty?' Londe questioned. Sandip Yeole, a resident of Horizon Society in Wakad, said that the society which houses 266 flats has been receiving dirty water since the last week of May. 'Since May 26/27, the water has either been greenish or muddy. The taste is also strange. Many residents have fallen sick with stomach ache and other complaints,' Yeole said. To prevent further health risks, the society has stopped using tap water for drinking purposes. 'We are using tanker water for domestic purposes and are buying packaged water for drinking. The issue seems to be from the PCMC's main water supply line,' Yeole said. According to residents, some societies are even receiving drinking water with worms in it. The TDS of the drinking water has risen significantly and measures between 200 to 250 ppm. Initially, everyone thought that the contaminated water supply was restricted to their house or society. However, when several people in the area started falling sick, residents discovered that the entire area had the problem. Sachin Siddhe, a resident of Nano Homes in Ravet, said that the problem is widespread in Pimpri-Chinchwad. 'At first, people thought the problem was with their individual water tanks or RO purifiers. But later, everyone realised that the greenish and bad-smelling water was being supplied to all areas. The PCMC should solve the problem on a priority basis,' he said. According to Siddhe, PCMC officials have admitted that there is an issue with their water filtration unit. However, they have maintained that the overall water quality is not harmful—an assurance residents are finding difficult to believe given the growing number of people falling sick, he said. Pramod Ombhase, joint city engineer, PCMC, said, 'We have received complaints from residents about contaminated water supply. We will take preventive measures on priority. The water lines will be flushed and the citizens will once again get safe and clean water for drinking,' he said.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Instead of 10-min lesson, overhaul learner's licence system: Experts
Hyderabad: Although the Centre has introduced a mandatory ten-minute lesson on road safety for learner's licence applicants on the Sarathi portal, experts suggest that such awareness initiatives are unlikely to improve road safety standards. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Meanwhile, the experts urged the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) to implement comprehensive reforms to the driving licence framework, including improved driving training and enforcement mechanisms. They also suggested that authorities should provide certified private driving schools to conduct tests, establish uniform training standards and implement a demerit points structure for traffic rule violations. 'Multimedia presentations futile' The centralised Sarathi portal streamlines processes such as driving licences, vehicle registrations, permits, and other transport transactions. It now requires users to complete a road safety tutorial before proceeding with the online learner's licence test. Currently, the Sarathi system is being trialled at the Secunderabad RTA. It will soon be implemented across all regional transport centres in Greater Hyderabad, including Khairatabad. "Multimedia presentations, including audio and video materials, have proven ineffective in raising road safety awareness," said Vinod Kanumala, an expert from the Indian Federation of Road Safety. He has been conducting road safety awareness programmes for the past 25 years. Learner's test needs to be updated He emphasised that the questions in the learner's test have become outdated and require modernisation, particularly noting the absence of questions about pelican crossings. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He also stressed the importance of reforming the driving licence system and advocated for the establishment of training schools for two-wheeler riders, as they are involved in 50% of accidents. "These schools should provide instruction on safe driving in monsoon and foggy conditions," he added. "Road safety awareness programmes alone are ineffective in enhancing safety standards on the roads. The authorities should implement strict regulations requiring drivers to undergo proper training, linking it to parking fee payments through their vehicle registration numbers if they fail to provide a certificate from the driving institute," said Dheerendra Samineni, a road safety expert, chief trainer and founder of Safe Drive India. Lack of awareness increases accident rate Furthermore, RTA officials say that a lack of awareness is contributing to the increased accident rate. "Nearly 80% of road incidents are caused by human error, primarily due to speeding and drink-driving. It is crucial to provide education and proper guidance during the initial licensing process to ensure that drivers understand safety protocols before they start driving on the roads," said M Chandrasekhar Goud, joint transport commissioner (IT & Vigilance).
