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Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Guv VK Singh discusses ropeway transport plan for Mizoram with officials
Aizawl: Mizoram governor gen VK Singh held a consultative meeting on Tuesday at Raj Bhavan with senior officials from the ministry of road transport and highways (MoRTH), national highways logistics management limited (NHLML), and the urban development & poverty alleviation (UD&PA) department to explore the implementation of the national ropeways development programme — Parvatmala Pariyojana — in Mizoram. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Stressing the urgency of alternative transport solutions to ease growing urban traffic congestion, the governor emphasised the need to expand development beyond the core of Aizawl, which faces increasing space constraints. He stressed that connectivity for remote and hilly areas must be a priority, noting that the Parvatmala project could provide a viable solution if executed efficiently through interdepartmental coordination. MoRTH additional secretary Vinay Kumar, who led the central team, assured the governor that necessary measures would be taken to facilitate the rollout of a ropeway project in Mizoram. He emphasised the scheme's suitability for improving mobility in hilly terrain, noting that 90% of the project revenue could be reinvested for local development. State UD&PA secretary Lalmalsawma Pachuau discussed the plans on the proposed ropeway corridors under the Aizawl sustainable urban transport project (ASUTP). He outlined a comprehensive mobility plan developed for the 280 sq km greater Aizawl area, which includes multiple urban transport initiatives such as ropeways, pedestrian infrastructure enhancements, truck terminals, and bus system improvements. Other present at the meeting were secretary to the governor Ajit Roy, UD&PA director Jacob Lalawmpuia, NHLML vice president Prashant Jain, and other officials from the UD&PA department.
Time of India
5 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Tribute to fallen soldiers mark Assam Regiment's 84th Raising Day in Aizawl
1 2 3 4 Aizawl : Assam Regiment's 84th Raising Day was commemorated in Mizoram 's capital Aizawl with profound reverence, reflecting the pride and valour of the regiment's storied legacy as the celebration was graced by governor Gen VK Singh on Monday. Singh laid a wreath at the War Memorial, Treasury Square in Aizawl, offering a heartfelt tribute to the courageous soldiers of the Assam Regiment who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation. Representatives from the Mizoram Ex-Services League (MESL), Assam Regiment and Assam Rifles also joined in this solemn gesture, laying wreaths to honour the fallen heroes whose bravery continues to inspire. Following the wreath laying ceremony, a warm tea gathering and interaction session were held at the Assam Rifles Ground, fostering camaraderie and reflection on the regiment's contributions. During the event, the governor extended heartfelt congratulations to the Assam Regiment, lauding their unwavering commitment and invaluable service to the nation. He urged the regiment to carry forward their legacy of dedication and courage, inspiring future generations to uphold the values of sacrifice and honour. Lt Col Clement Lalhmingthanga (Retd), MLA and president of MESL, expressed profound gratitude to the governor for his gracious participation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Novi ortopedski sandali za moške poletje 2025. Fiippy KUPITE ZDAJ Undo The event was enriched by the presence of distinguished guests, including Brigadier Pushpendar Sorayan, DIG, HQ 23 Sector Assam Rifles and Padma Shri awardee Hav Lalbiakthanga, president of the World War-II veterans' association. Members of MESL, Assam Regiment and Assam Rifles, united in a shared commitment to honour the regiment's history and its enduring role in safeguarding the nation.
New Indian Express
03-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
13 students from government-run free coaching centre clear IIT-JEE Advance in Jharkhand
RANCHI: As many as thirteen students from government schools getting free coaching at 'State Level Akansha Programme' in Ranchi, have cleared IIT-JEE Advance this year. After clearing JEE Advanced Examination, these students are now eligible for admission in prestigious IITs located across the country. Despite the challenging level of the question paper this year, the success of the students of the Aakanksha program is being seen as a landmark. 'It all became possible due to the regular classes being conducted at Akansha by the best faculty available here. Students here, are made to remain in full discipline as there is no scope for diverting from their goals or bunking their classes, as a close eye is kept on them by Administrator VK Singh,' said the District Education Officer Vinay Kumar. Only the students passing out their class 10 Board exam with Jharkhand Autonomous Council (JAC) are eligible to appear for its entrance test, he added. 'Since students are admitted here after going through a two-stage filter, firstly by the JAC and then during the entrance test conducted by Akansha, only serious students get this facility,' said the DEO. He, however, said that he was expecting better results this time, looking at the hard work these students had been doing during the last two years, he added. Notably, a selection test is organised by the department for the children studying in government schools in class XI across Jharkhand. Based on the selection test, 40 students are selected for both the Engineering and Medical streams.
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Torrential rains wreak havoc in Northeast: Landslides, flash floods hit Mizoram, Arunachal, Assam, Manipur, Sikkim; 18 dead, dozens displaced
NEW DELHI: At least 18 people have died and dozens have been displaced across five Northeastern states as relentless rainfall triggered widespread landslides and flash floods over the past 48 hours. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued fresh warnings of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in the region till May 31. Mizoram: Family of three among four killed in landslides In Mizoram, four people were killed in separate incidents triggered by landslides caused by heavy rainfall over the past two days. Among the dead were three members of a family in Champhai district and one person in Serchhip. One person remains trapped under the debris. Landslides and floods have been reported from at least 10 districts including Aizawl, Lunglei, Kolasib, Mamit, Champhai, and Serchhip. According to the Mizoram State Disaster Management and Rehabilitation Department, over 15 houses were destroyed and many roads have become inaccessible. Mizoram disaster management minister prof. Lalnilawma visited the State Emergency Operations Centre to assess the situation and announced Rs 4 lakh ex-gratia for the families of the deceased. 'I assure the people that the government is doing everything it can. Relief operations are ongoing despite the difficult terrain,' he said. Governor Lt Gen VK Singh (retd) expressed condolences and urged residents in disaster-prone areas to remain alert and cooperative. Arunachal Pradesh: Seven killed in East Kameng landslide, two in lower Subansiri In Arunachal Pradesh, nine people were killed in two separate incidents caused by heavy rains. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A major tragedy occurred in East Kameng district on Friday night when a landslide on National Highway 13 pushed a vehicle carrying seven people into a deep gorge. All passengers — including a pregnant woman, three children, and three others — were from Kitchang village and were returning from Seppa town. 'Due to darkness and another slide nearby, we had to halt operations. All seven bodies were recovered this morning,' said East Kameng Superintendent of Police Kamdam Sikom on Saturday. In a separate incident, two labourers were buried alive in a cabbage field in Lower Subansiri district on Saturday after a landslide hit the area where they were working. Meanwhile, in Upper Subansiri district's Daporijo town, flash floods triggered by the overflowing Sigin river damaged over 117 houses. Authorities have issued prohibitory orders in several vulnerable areas to prevent further casualties. Manipur: Army deploys rescue teams as imphal submerged In Manipur, heavy rainfall has led to city-wide flooding in Imphal, affecting hundreds of homes and disrupting road traffic. Chief Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh said that emergency services and municipal departments were on high alert. The Indian Army deployed eight rescue columns to assist the civil administration. Among those rescued were members of a private radio broadcast team stranded in a low-lying area of Imphal. 'The water level is dangerously high in several areas. People are advised to move to safer locations,' said an official from the Manipur Disaster Management Authority. Assam: Five dead in Guwahati landslides, panic across city In Assam, five people have died due to landslides across Guwahati's Kamrup Metro district in the past 24 hours. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) confirmed that the incidents were reported from multiple locations including Noonmati, Kahilipara, and Hengerabari. Tree falls, road blockages, and power outages were reported across the city, leading to panic and severe traffic congestion. 'We are keeping a close watch and have mobilized our emergency response teams,' said an ASDMA spokesperson. Sikkim: Red alert as Teesta river swells, landslides in multiple districts Sikkim has been placed under red alert as continuous rainfall over the past week has sharply raised the water level in the Teesta river. The state's Emergency Operations Centre said landslides were reported from Mangan, Gyalshing, and Soreng districts. Although no casualties have been reported so far, district officials have asked people in low-lying and landslide-prone areas to remain cautious and prepare for possible evacuations. IMD warning: More rainfall expected till May 31 According to the IMD, the ongoing heavy rainfall in the Northeast is due to a combination of a depression over Bangladesh and a western disturbance approaching northwest India. The IMD warned of 'extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places' accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. Disaster management authorities in all affected states have ramped up relief efforts, cleared road blockades, and opened relief camps. People are being urged to avoid venturing near rivers, landslide-prone hillsides, and waterlogged streets. 'The situation remains critical. We are coordinating with local administrations for timely response and relief,' said an NDMA official.
Time of India
31-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Marching into history: NDA's first women cadets graduate
Marching into history: NDA's first women cadets graduate PUNE: The first batch of 17 women National Defence Academy (NDA) cadets passed out Friday, scripting a new chapter in the annals of the Indian Armed Forces. Unlike previous parades during their three years at the academy, when they had a separate contingent, the 17 marched with male cadets at the Pune academy's Arun Khetarpal Parade Grounds, indistinguishable from their military crew haircut and confident stride. The passing-out parade (PoP) marked a culmination of the hard work, determination, motivation and high standards of physical fitness. The women, part of a total of 336 cadets who passed out, celebrated later with a "push-up" competition. Former Army chief and Mizoram governor V K Singh, who reviewed the parade, described it as a unique moment in NDA's history. "These young women are the inimitable symbol of nari shakti, embodying not just women's development but women-led development. I envision a future not far from now when one of these women rises to the highest echelon of the service they go to. The moment shows the uniqueness of the NDA as we could not distinguish male and female cadets during the parade," said Singh, who passed out of NDA in 1969. Academy Cadet Captain Udayveer Singh Negi, who commanded the parade, echoed the views. "The women cadets performed well. They outshone male cadets in many aspects," Negi said. The hours-long rehearsals for the parade in scorching heat and rain culminated with impressive results, said Ishita Singh, one of the women cadets. "PoP is one of the most important events in military life. I always wanted to celebrate this occasion in front of my parents and dear ones. Today, I could fulfil my wish," Ishita told TOI. According to NDA commandant Gurcharan Singh, when girls first came to the academy, they were staying separately. "Today, they are integrated completely with squadrons and battalions. They are running, playing and training together. Every activity is gender-neutral," Gurcharan said. The parents could not be more delighted. "My daughter is not only mine now. She is the daughter of the nation. She is our only daughter. When she decided to join NDA, we supported her. She was inspired by her grandfather, who had served in the Army," said Ashok Mehalan, father of cadet Sheetal Mehalan and businessman from Rohtak in Haryana. According to C Sangwan, father of cadet Ishita, his daughter has given him "a new identity". "When we got to know about entry for women in NDA, we asked her to submit her form 20 days before the exam. She cleared it. Today, she proved her mettle and made us very proud," said Sangwan, who hails from Jhunjhunu in Rajasthan. Ajit Duhan, father of Ritul Duhan, the first Battalion Cadet Captain of the women's batch, fell "short of words to praise her achievement". "Her personality has changed completely - a total transformation," Ajit said.
