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Ludhiana: Govt schools await PM SHRI funds, infra works delayed

A pen-down strike by Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan workers since Dec 4 last year has stalled technical support, fund disbursement

The Government Senior Secondary School in Ayali Khurd which too has been awaiting funds. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Published on Jan 09, 2025 10:53 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Harassment plaint filed against school principal

Staff members of the Government Senior Secondary School in Kasabad, Ludhiana, said a toxic work environment had been created in the school

The complainant, who claims to have filed the grievance representing the entire staff and students of Government Senior Secondary School in Kasabad, Ludhiana, accuses principal Rajesh Khanna of misbehaviour and causing mental harassment. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jan 04, 2025 07:02 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Shifting of home guard office from Jagraon school being delayed

Over a week ago, SDM Simrandeep Singh wrote to the office of senior superintendent of police (rural), seeking a no-objection certificate to relocate the home guards to the vacant traffic PCR building in Ludhiana (rural)

Students are suffering with the shortage of rooms as three rooms at Government Primary Smart School, Jagraon, have been occupied by home guards. (HT Photo)

Bhopal

Published on Jan 01, 2025 09:32 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Committees formed to see if UGC norms followed to hire faculty in three varsities

The report revealed that 39 students were falsely marked as attending the 2023-24 final examination. Other students were reportedly made to sit in their place.

During an inspection in the Giaspura school in October, Kaur had reported many discrepancies. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Published on Dec 31, 2024 11:43 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Panels to see if UGC norms were followed while hiring faculty members

Three committees have been set up for colleges under GNDU, PU and Patiala varsity; officials will check eligibility of principals, assistant and associate professors in aided colleges

Jatinder Singh Gill, deputy director (DPI Colleges - Grant 1), says the direction has come from the DPI director, following which the process has been set in motion.

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 31, 2024 11:15 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Practice affected, say athletes amid Diljit concert preparations

The multipurpose complex, a critical training area for city gymnasts, judokas and volleyball players, is now occupied by ticketing infrastructure, forcing many sports activities to halt

Preparations have begun at the multipurpose hall ground to make physical tickets available for Diljit Dosanjh's concert in Ludhiana on December 31. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 28, 2024 08:16 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Election duties, early vacations hit work, say teachers

Davinder Singh Sidhu, district vice-president of the Democratic Teachers Front (DTF) said, “Government school teachers are managing everything except teaching.”

Election duties and extra tasks have put teachers in a bind and PTM and bi-monthly exam results have been delayed. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Published on Dec 22, 2024 10:46 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana MC polls: Names missing, could not vote, rue many first-timers

A booth-level officer stationed in ward no 23, who requested anonymity, confirmed the discrepancies during the polls

I did not received any formal complaints yet, says additional deputy commissioner Amarjeet Bains . (HT representative)

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 22, 2024 06:52 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri/Rishika Kriti, Ludhiana

Molestation of nursing student at Sarabha college: Police yet to identify accused

As per the complaint, three middle-aged men reportedly approached the student near the auditorium under the guise of seeking medical help; they allegedly assaulted her, tearing her clothes

The investigation has yielded no leads. (Getty image)

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 18, 2024 10:29 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Schools, parents divided over safety guidelines

The absence of an attendant on the vehicle has raised questions about adherence to safety protocols; in response, schools across Ludhiana have issued safety guidelines, but parents remain divided over their effectiveness

Chandigarh

Published on Dec 18, 2024 10:22 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Parents’ hesitation, staff strike hamper Apaar ID generation

The SSA non-teaching staff’s strike, which began on December 4, has added to the challenges; the employees, demanding job regularisation and equal pay, have refused to resume work without a written commitment from the state government

Highlighting the significance of the initiative, a government school principal noted, “These IDs will ensure the safety of students’ academic records, simplify school transfers, and make the application process for higher education institutions seamless.” (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 16, 2024 05:12 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Athletes from State Special Olympics share their journeys

The Punjab State and North Zone Special Olympic Games, currently underway, have been a celebration of determination and triumph, with first-time participants sharing inspiring stories that prove disabilities are no barrier to success

Sunam’s Ramanpreet Kaur, who won gold in 50m sprint, with her mother at the 25th Special State Olympics at Guru Nanak Public School in Ludhiana on Saturday. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Published on Dec 14, 2024 10:18 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri ponde, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: School ops hit as non-teaching staff continue pen-down strike

According to the officials at schools, critical projects such as PM ScHools for Rising India (PM SHRI), Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE) and Aapar IDs are on hold and school development grants are stuck at the district level

The union raised concerns over salary cuts for 576 employees. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 13, 2024 05:04 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

National School Games: Ludhiana gears up to host 2, 446 athletes

A total of 41 government and aided schools in the district have been designated as host venues for the athletes

Preparations underway at the multipurpose hall in Ludhiana on Tuesday. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 11, 2024 08:32 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana paddler Aishwin serves up twin medals at Asia Pacific Deaf Games

Born with a hearing disability, Ludhiana’s Aishwin’s journey has been one of resilience and determination; her father, Bikramjit Singh, who works as a state head (Audit) in a financial institution, revealed that Aishwin was diagnosed with metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD), a rare and incurable genetic disorder that affects the nervous system, at the age of six

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 09, 2024 07:44 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Incomplete syllabus, events delay tests in government schools

Many government schools are delaying bimonthly tests due to incomplete syllabi and extracurricular activities, risking student performance.

Deputy district education officer (secondary) Jaswinder Singh Virk has clarified that no fixed schedule exists for bimonthly tests. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 06, 2024 10:37 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Protest over ‘encroachment’ by home guards in school

Despite orders from the district administration, home guard volunteers are yet to vacate the premises of a government school in Jagraon; protesters have warned of intensifying their stir if issue not resolved in a week

A protest at the Jagraon bus stand on Thursday. (HT photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 06, 2024 05:00 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Work begins to modernise 10 government primary schools

The initiative is part of a state-wide project to establish 132 ‘Schools of Happiness,’ including 10 in urban and 122 in rural areas

Construction work being done at School of Happiness, Bassian, in Ludhiana on Tuesday. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Dec 03, 2024 10:20 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Guest faculty sans salary for two months, warn of protest

The issue arose in September when 1,158 regular professors were appointed to sanctioned posts previously held by these guest faculty members.

Association says problem arose after the government appointed 1,158 regular professors (HT File)

Chandigarh

Published on Dec 02, 2024 10:45 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: 533 schools shortlisted for PM SHRI scheme in 5th phase

Vishal, coordinator of education department’s management information system, informed that the shortlisted schools must update their data on the PM SHRI Schools portal by December 8 to complete the selection process

A total of 548 schools were benchmarked from Ludhiana to be selected under the fourth phase of the scheme. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Published on Dec 01, 2024 09:38 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

‘Bagless day’ initiative for classes 6 to 8 at Ludhiana schools delayed

Teachers say they have not received an official email from SCERT, leaving them unclear about executing the order

Students performing activities on bagless day at a government school in Ludhiana on Saturday. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Published on Nov 30, 2024 09:57 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Being offered far-off stations for promotions, allege teacher unions

The unions said that on November 25, primary cadre teachers from across the state reported at the Directorate of Public Instructions office in Mohali for station choice for their promotion to the master cadre

The teacher added that those present on Monday later staged a protest against the decision to show limited stations. Upon questioning, officials claimed that priority was given to schools of eminence, teachers alleged. (HT File photo for representation)

Chandigarh

Published on Nov 27, 2024 10:47 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Despite admn’s order, home guards yet to vacate Jagraon school premises

On September 20, the deputy commissioner ordered the rooms be vacated within 15 days, but to no avail. On November 7, Jagraon tehsildar Surinder Singh visited the school following which home guards sought an extension until November 11, but they are yet to leave the school premises.

Home guards took possession of a few rooms of the government school in Jagraon to establish their office in 2018. (HT file)

Chandigarh

Updated on Nov 27, 2024 08:56 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Borstal jail turns NIOS exam centre for inmates

The prison has been without teacher for almost six months, says jail deputy superintendent Manpreet Singh. District education officer (secondary) Dimple Madan says attempts would be made to depute teachers.

Being conducted by National Institute of Open Schooling for Class 10 and 12, the exam will conclude on November 29. (HT photo)

Chandigarh

Published on Nov 24, 2024 10:40 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Beneficial, say students as vocational training begins

A pilot project — School of Applied Learning, aimed at merging trades, updating content and modernising labs in 40 selected schools in the state, including three in Ludhiana, has been delayed but is expected to be launched next session

Students of government schools during a training session in Ludhiana. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Nov 24, 2024 05:54 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Relaxation granted for refresher courses for promotions, teachers hail move

The decision, communicated in a letter to the director of higher education on November 20, will benefit teachers eligible for promotions till June 2010. As per the career advancement scheme, it is mandatory for a teacher to attend the orientation or refresher courses to be eligible to be promoted as associate professors or professors, in their tenure.

According to educators, most beneficiaries of this order are now retired. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Updated on Nov 22, 2024 05:08 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Suspended over irregularities, head teacher reinstated

Nisha Rani, suspended for irregularities at a school, is reinstated with a transfer, raising concerns as an inquiry report highlights substantial evidence against her.

Nisha Rani, who was suspended while serving as in-charge of Government Primary School in Giaspura, has been reinstated, but with a transfer. (Picture only for representational purpose)

Chandigarh

Updated on Nov 22, 2024 05:06 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Revised pension for aided school retirees from Dec: Punjab to HC

The high court was on November 14 hearing a contempt petition filed by retirees of government-aided schools, including KK Sharma, Net Singh, Bachittar Singh and Nirmal Singh Bhangoo

On July 11, the Punjab finance and education departments had informed the court that a decision with regard to the sixth pay commission’s pension benefits had been taken in favour of the petitioners. (Getty image)

Chandigarh

Updated on Nov 20, 2024 09:41 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: AAP government’s flagship education scheme faces tech hurdle

Neman Nahar, programme manager for Ludhiana and a member of Rocket Learning, the NGO collaborating with the state government for the initiative, highlighted the approach of the project

Students of a government primary school performing activities under the ‘Aarambh’ initiative in Ludhiana on Saturday. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Nov 17, 2024 06:16 AM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Teachers raise concerns ahead of PARAKH exam

Since August, six rounds of tests under CEP have already been conducted, with a seventh planned for November 28 and 29.

Government school students solving worksheets under competency enhancement plan in Ludhiana. (Hindustan Times)

Chandigarh

Published on Nov 15, 2024 10:18 PM IST

ByAkanksha Attri, Ludhiana

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A pen-down strike by Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan workers since Dec 4 last year has stalled technical support, fund disbursement

Staff members of the Government Senior Secondary School in Kasabad, Ludhiana, said a toxic work environment had been created in the school

Over a week ago, SDM Simrandeep Singh wrote to the office of senior superintendent of police (rural), seeking a no-objection certificate to relocate the home guards to the vacant traffic PCR building in Ludhiana (rural)

The report revealed that 39 students were falsely marked as attending the 2023-24 final examination. Other students were reportedly made to sit in their place.

Three committees have been set up for colleges under GNDU, PU and Patiala varsity; officials will check eligibility of principals, assistant and associate professors in aided colleges

The multipurpose complex, a critical training area for city gymnasts, judokas and volleyball players, is now occupied by ticketing infrastructure, forcing many sports activities to halt

Davinder Singh Sidhu, district vice-president of the Democratic Teachers Front (DTF) said, “Government school teachers are managing everything except teaching.”

A booth-level officer stationed in ward no 23, who requested anonymity, confirmed the discrepancies during the polls

As per the complaint, three middle-aged men reportedly approached the student near the auditorium under the guise of seeking medical help; they allegedly assaulted her, tearing her clothes

The absence of an attendant on the vehicle has raised questions about adherence to safety protocols; in response, schools across Ludhiana have issued safety guidelines, but parents remain divided over their effectiveness

The SSA non-teaching staff’s strike, which began on December 4, has added to the challenges; the employees, demanding job regularisation and equal pay, have refused to resume work without a written commitment from the state government

The Punjab State and North Zone Special Olympic Games, currently underway, have been a celebration of determination and triumph, with first-time participants sharing inspiring stories that prove disabilities are no barrier to success

According to the officials at schools, critical projects such as PM ScHools for Rising India (PM SHRI), Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE) and Aapar IDs are on hold and school development grants are stuck at the district level

A total of 41 government and aided schools in the district have been designated as host venues for the athletes

Many government schools are delaying bimonthly tests due to incomplete syllabi and extracurricular activities, risking student performance.

Despite orders from the district administration, home guard volunteers are yet to vacate the premises of a government school in Jagraon; protesters have warned of intensifying their stir if issue not resolved in a week

The initiative is part of a state-wide project to establish 132 ‘Schools of Happiness,’ including 10 in urban and 122 in rural areas

The issue arose in September when 1,158 regular professors were appointed to sanctioned posts previously held by these guest faculty members.

Vishal, coordinator of education department’s management information system, informed that the shortlisted schools must update their data on the PM SHRI Schools portal by December 8 to complete the selection process

Teachers say they have not received an official email from SCERT, leaving them unclear about executing the order

The unions said that on November 25, primary cadre teachers from across the state reported at the Directorate of Public Instructions office in Mohali for station choice for their promotion to the master cadre

On September 20, the deputy commissioner ordered the rooms be vacated within 15 days, but to no avail. On November 7, Jagraon tehsildar Surinder Singh visited the school following which home guards sought an extension until November 11, but they are yet to leave the school premises.

The prison has been without teacher for almost six months, says jail deputy superintendent Manpreet Singh. District education officer (secondary) Dimple Madan says attempts would be made to depute teachers.

A pilot project — School of Applied Learning, aimed at merging trades, updating content and modernising labs in 40 selected schools in the state, including three in Ludhiana, has been delayed but is expected to be launched next session

Nisha Rani, suspended for irregularities at a school, is reinstated with a transfer, raising concerns as an inquiry report highlights substantial evidence against her.

The high court was on November 14 hearing a contempt petition filed by retirees of government-aided schools, including KK Sharma, Net Singh, Bachittar Singh and Nirmal Singh Bhangoo

Neman Nahar, programme manager for Ludhiana and a member of Rocket Learning, the NGO collaborating with the state government for the initiative, highlighted the approach of the project

Since August, six rounds of tests under CEP have already been conducted, with a seventh planned for November 28 and 29.

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