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RTE admission process begins in Maharashtra

State director, primary education department, Sharad Gosavi, informed that the education department has sought guidance from the government regarding the implementation of Maratha reservation in the RTE process

Since the RTE Act was amended a few days ago, more than 90,000 schools in the state will have to register for it. The deadline for school registration is March 18 and after registration of schools, the process of accepting admission applications of students will begin. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Published on Mar 10, 2024 09:55 PM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

UVIT onboard Astro Sat captures escaping ionising photons from galaxies

Detecting ionising UV radiation from such galaxies is extremely challenging, and was possible only because of the unique capabilities and high sensitivity of the UVIT, says author

Image of the ten LyC leaking galaxies discovered, with the Astrosat Ultraviolet Deep Field in the background. (SOURCED)

Pune

Updated on Mar 09, 2024 05:18 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Pune varsity to provide 24 and 36 page answer sheets to students

The students’ time will be saved as they don’t have to take supplements along with the answer sheets and bind the supplements, says official

Pune

Published on Mar 08, 2024 09:44 PM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

2024 HSC exams: Rise in cheating cases as compared to last year

State board data shows the HSC exam that started on February 21 has seen 234 cheating cases till date as compared to 247 registered in 2023

Pune

Updated on Mar 08, 2024 08:06 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

‘RTE students cannot be expelled from school after Class 8’

Gosavi has ordered that all concerned education officers should issue strict instructions to all the schools that have given admission under RTE 25% and implement the same at their level

The state school department recently amended the RTE Act according to which, RTE admission will not be given to an unsubsidised English medium school if there is a government or subsidised school within an area of one kilometre. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Mar 07, 2024 10:25 PM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Committee recommends e-auction of onion in Maha market committees

Sunil Pawar Committee suggests e-auctions for onions to prevent bargain prices, mixed reaction from traders and farmers. e-NAM transactions in 118 market committees ongoing.

As farmers do not have storage facilities, they sell the onion rather than let it rot. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Mar 07, 2024 05:04 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Pune varsity to soon start online process to help students get documents early

Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) to implement paperless process for online issuance of academic documents, aiming to benefit students.

As per the SPPU administration, students of various colleges affiliated to the university will get their academic documents easily and in time due to the paperless process. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Mar 06, 2024 09:28 PM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

SPPU to implement Maratha reservation in PhD admissions

SPPU will complete procedures for implementation of Maratha reservation before starting the PhD admission process

Pune

Updated on Mar 06, 2024 07:14 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Pax suffer as app-based cab & auto drivers go on indefinite strike

The strike has been called by private cab drivers and auto drivers’ unions in Pune for implementation of the new fares

The rates have been determined basis the rate of cabs in Mumbai. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Mar 06, 2024 06:22 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Survey identifies 12 broad dialect regions of the Marathi language in Maha

The findings of the survey as well as the audio-recorded survey data are now freely available to the public on a dedicated website, www.sdml.ac.in

The survey – conducted across 277 villages in 34 districts of Maharashtra – has revealed many other interesting, dialectal facts. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Mar 05, 2024 05:44 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Passengers cry foul over poor condition of ST stands in Pune division

Being in the heart of the city, droves of passengers travel from these stands daily but the stand premises lack maintenance

Pune

Updated on Mar 04, 2024 06:08 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

5.5K applications received for 111 professors’ posts at SPPU

With so many applications received for so few posts, the recruitment process is going to be very competitive

As per the information given by the SPPU, the applications received by the university will be scrutinised. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Mar 04, 2024 05:22 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Education dept receives 700 proposals for cluster schools

Around 700 proposals received by the state education department to develop cluster schools by merging low-enrollment schools, adjusting around 1,900 schools.

By merging government schools of 0 to 20 students in the state, the proposal of creating cluster schools in the state on the lines of Toranmal in Nandurbar district and Panshet in Pune district was invited by the state education department through the deputy director of education. (HT File Photo)

Pune

Updated on Mar 01, 2024 10:36 PM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

PMPML, Pune Metro to start single ticket system

The public transport body (PMPML) is making necessary changes in their ticketing software and operations to roll out the service, said officials

Sanjay Kolte, PMPML chairman and managing director, discussed with the metro officials and it has been decided to merge the metro and PMPML ticketing system and provide better service to commuters. (HT FILE)

Pune

Published on Mar 01, 2024 10:32 PM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

16,09,445 students to appear for Class 10 board exams from today

Compared to the previous year, 32,189 more students will be appearing for the exam this year, said officials

As per the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), the exam will be held at 5,086 centres in the state and the students will have to be present at the centre half an hour before the exam. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Published on Mar 01, 2024 10:13 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

State board plans open-book exam for students of classes 9 to 12

In the open book examination, students can use notes, books and guides. It allows students to think critically and move away from the rote learning method to pass the exams

CBSE has proposed to conduct the test in November-December for English, Maths and Science for Class 9 and Class 10, and for English, Maths and Biology for Class 11 and Class 12 in some schools on pilot basis. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Mar 01, 2024 05:32 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

SPPU appeals to educational institutions to be vigilant about drug use among youth

According to the circular issued by the SPPU, principals, directors, heads of centres, heads of academic departments, and directors of affiliated colleges and institutions have been asked to be vigilant about narcotics’ use in any of the colleges, institutes, university departments, etc

The SPPU has also instructed to implement various activities to create awareness among students about the serious consequences of drug addiction. (HT FILE)

Pune

Updated on Feb 29, 2024 05:04 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Martial arts training for girl students in Maha

Maharashtra government has introduced martial arts training programme for girls studying in public and private schools across the state

Pune

Updated on Feb 28, 2024 07:28 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Katraj Chowk to Navale Bridge Chowk bypass highway stretch poses risk for citizens

The precarious condition of this stretch is due to the National Public Works Department (NPWD) working on new service roads, underpasses and other infrastructural works since the last two to three years

Recently, the NPWD closed down illegal entry and exit points on the stretch with only a few entry and exit points kept open to connect the bypass highway to the service road. (RAHUL RAUT/ HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Feb 28, 2024 06:38 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

11K teachers recruited to schools across Maharashtra

The recruitment process is being conducted in a fully transparent manner but for the first time, ‘a complaint redressal and rectification committee’ has been formed to officially redress complaints

According to the statistics published by the education department, there were 16,799 posts without interviews out of the total 21,678 posts. Out of which 11,085 candidates are being recommended while 5,717 are not yet recommended. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Feb 27, 2024 06:24 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Workers’ union bandh disrupts veggie supply at Market Yard

Worker unions at Shri Chhatrapati Shivaji Market Yard demand strict implementation of Mathadi Act and withdrawal of Centralisation of Market Committee Bill, leading to vegetable supply shortage.

The one-day strike led to shortage of vegetable supply at the wholesale market. (RAHUL RAUT/ HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Feb 27, 2024 05:54 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

HSC Board exam answer sheet issue resolved after meeting with education minister

State education minister met with Maharashtra State Junior College Teachers Federation, agreed to demands, ending boycott on HSC exam papers checking.

An adjustment order on the arrears of 253 teachers will soon be issued with the consent of the finance department. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Feb 26, 2024 06:10 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Open campus day at Pune’s IUCAA on February 28

The annual open day is one of IUCAA’s most important events since it allows us to promote our varied activities to the public, says official

This is one of the city’s most popular events, and every year, children and city residents eagerly await the opportunity to visit IUCAA. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Published on Feb 25, 2024 09:51 PM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Garbage dumped near railway tracks, admin writes to PMC

Pune railway administration has written to PMC commissioner regarding garbage being dumped near the railway tracks

Pune

Updated on Feb 24, 2024 07:10 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Coach fire caused by trespassers, says railway official

An unoccupied coach was gutted in a major fire that broke out at the Pune railway junction yard at around 2 am on February 13

Pune

Updated on Feb 24, 2024 06:40 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Amit Thackeray leads protest march to SPPU over student issues

Amit Thackeray submitted a letter of demands to SPPU vice-chancellor (VC) Suresh Gosavi and the duo had a detailed discussion

Considering that the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) board exams are currently underway, the march was held from Senapati Bapat Road to SPPU under the leadership of MNVS president, Amit Thackeray. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Feb 24, 2024 06:08 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Pune’s researchers uncover most detailed picture yet of Galaxy Cluster using uGMRT

The team, led by PhD candidate, Ramananda Santra, and his guide, professor Ruta Kale of the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics, Pune, used these telescopes to map faint structures of the plasma, never seen before, that provided new insights on the connection between the plasma, relativistic electrons and magnetic fields

The new uGMRT observations led to the discovery of new extended radio emission below GHz frequences for the first time, which allows the study of turbulence and shocks in the plasma. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Feb 23, 2024 06:38 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Flyer charged ₹225 just for pickup at Pune airport’s Aero Mall

Ever since private cabs have been allowed to drop or pick up passengers at/from the Aero Mall parking lot, flyers have been repeatedly raising complaints about the long waiting times, bottlenecks, lack of facilities and overall mismanagement on the part of the authorities

Aero Mall was started in November 2022 and is a <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>120 crore multi-facility hub which includes space for parking 1,000 cars along with retail outlets, food mall and office working space. (HT FILE)

Pune

Published on Feb 22, 2024 10:12 PM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Class 12 exams begin, even as teachers threaten to boycott HSC exam evaluation

Some of the teachers’ demands include increasing the retirement age to 60, restoring the old pension system, implementing the seniority promotion practice

The Class 12 (HSC) examination conducted by the Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education commenced on Wednesday. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Feb 22, 2024 05:46 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Private candidates for Class 12 exam increased by 5k: State board official

Gosavi said the curriculum of National Education Policy 2020 is likely to be implemented in the next two years

According to the board officials, 760,046 students have registered for science, 381,982 for arts, 329,905 for commerce, 37,226 for professional courses and 4,750 for ITI streams. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Feb 21, 2024 05:46 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

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State director, primary education department, Sharad Gosavi, informed that the education department has sought guidance from the government regarding the implementation of Maratha reservation in the RTE process

Detecting ionising UV radiation from such galaxies is extremely challenging, and was possible only because of the unique capabilities and high sensitivity of the UVIT, says author

The students’ time will be saved as they don’t have to take supplements along with the answer sheets and bind the supplements, says official

State board data shows the HSC exam that started on February 21 has seen 234 cheating cases till date as compared to 247 registered in 2023

Gosavi has ordered that all concerned education officers should issue strict instructions to all the schools that have given admission under RTE 25% and implement the same at their level

Sunil Pawar Committee suggests e-auctions for onions to prevent bargain prices, mixed reaction from traders and farmers. e-NAM transactions in 118 market committees ongoing.

Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) to implement paperless process for online issuance of academic documents, aiming to benefit students.

SPPU will complete procedures for implementation of Maratha reservation before starting the PhD admission process

The strike has been called by private cab drivers and auto drivers’ unions in Pune for implementation of the new fares

The findings of the survey as well as the audio-recorded survey data are now freely available to the public on a dedicated website, www.sdml.ac.in

Being in the heart of the city, droves of passengers travel from these stands daily but the stand premises lack maintenance

With so many applications received for so few posts, the recruitment process is going to be very competitive

Around 700 proposals received by the state education department to develop cluster schools by merging low-enrollment schools, adjusting around 1,900 schools.

The public transport body (PMPML) is making necessary changes in their ticketing software and operations to roll out the service, said officials

Compared to the previous year, 32,189 more students will be appearing for the exam this year, said officials

In the open book examination, students can use notes, books and guides. It allows students to think critically and move away from the rote learning method to pass the exams

According to the circular issued by the SPPU, principals, directors, heads of centres, heads of academic departments, and directors of affiliated colleges and institutions have been asked to be vigilant about narcotics’ use in any of the colleges, institutes, university departments, etc

Maharashtra government has introduced martial arts training programme for girls studying in public and private schools across the state

The precarious condition of this stretch is due to the National Public Works Department (NPWD) working on new service roads, underpasses and other infrastructural works since the last two to three years

The recruitment process is being conducted in a fully transparent manner but for the first time, ‘a complaint redressal and rectification committee’ has been formed to officially redress complaints

Worker unions at Shri Chhatrapati Shivaji Market Yard demand strict implementation of Mathadi Act and withdrawal of Centralisation of Market Committee Bill, leading to vegetable supply shortage.

State education minister met with Maharashtra State Junior College Teachers Federation, agreed to demands, ending boycott on HSC exam papers checking.

The annual open day is one of IUCAA’s most important events since it allows us to promote our varied activities to the public, says official

Pune railway administration has written to PMC commissioner regarding garbage being dumped near the railway tracks

An unoccupied coach was gutted in a major fire that broke out at the Pune railway junction yard at around 2 am on February 13

Amit Thackeray submitted a letter of demands to SPPU vice-chancellor (VC) Suresh Gosavi and the duo had a detailed discussion

Ever since private cabs have been allowed to drop or pick up passengers at/from the Aero Mall parking lot, flyers have been repeatedly raising complaints about the long waiting times, bottlenecks, lack of facilities and overall mismanagement on the part of the authorities

Some of the teachers’ demands include increasing the retirement age to 60, restoring the old pension system, implementing the seniority promotion practice

Gosavi said the curriculum of National Education Policy 2020 is likely to be implemented in the next two years

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