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29 October 2006
Southern Varsities To Collaborate
Universities in southern states have reached a consensus on the need for collaborative projects amongst them apart from giving a push to research by establishing university-industry interfaces.
The south zone vice-chancellors’ conference has also adopted a resolution to get ‘complete’ autonomy from regulating agencies.
Several vice-chancellors have voiced their concern, particularly over the tight string budget […]
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29 October 2006
Annual Day At Maharishi Vidya Mandir
Maharishi Vidya Mandir Higher Secondary School, Chetpet, celebrated its 26th Annual Day at Kamaraj Aragam, Teynampet, on October 25.
The chief guest was Mr. S.S. Nathan, CEO and principal, Bala Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School and secretary, Chennai Sahodaya School complex.
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29 October 2006
Bank Asked To Compensate Staff
The Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum, Chennai North, has directed the Indian Bank to pay a compensation of Rs.15000 to each of its 144 employees, who retired from service voluntarily under the Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS), for the delay in disbursing the retirement benefits.
The Forum comprising its president Mr. G. Frederick Kanagaraj and member Mr.J. Kadrivel […]
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29 October 2006
Mobiles Can Make Men Infertile
Men who use mobile phones face an increased risk of infertility, according to a new study, although scientists say it was too early to advise men whether they should limit their mobile phone use.
Researchers from US and India led by Mr.Ashok Agarwal, director of the Reproductive Research Centre at the Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, looked at […]
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29 October 2006
The Cancer Of Corruption
Corruption is the most virile and malignant cancer that eats away the vitals of national life. It debilitates a nation’s prosperity, standing as a well-entrenched, monstrous roadblock to progress. The Transparency International Perception Index puts India among the world’s most corrupt nations.
Periodically we read reports about nationwide CBI raids and registration of cases against ministers, […]
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29 October 2006
Woman Protection Act Comes Into Force
The Domestic Violence Act 2005, envisaging protection of women, came into force on Thursday. A notification was issued to bring it into effect from October 26.
The Act was passed by Parliament in August 2005 and President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam gave his assent on September 13, 2005.
Implementation was pending, as detailed consultations were required […]
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29 October 2006
Krishcricket Launches Live Simulation
Former Indian captain Krish Srikkanth, through his website www.krishcricket.com, has launched “Live Simulation” version of the cricket matches being played now. The viewer/s will be able to see the ball-by-ball action live in a 2D animated form. With live audio comments also being included, the viewers are treated to a “real match situation”.
In addition, the […]
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29 October 2006
Team India’s Reliance On Dravid And Tendulkar
India’s slump in ODI form over the last six months has had many experts touting various explanations, but whichever way you look at it, the one inescapable fact they come back to is the collective batting failure of a star-studded line-up. The failures of Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina have hurt the team, […]
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29 October 2006
Interact Club Inaugurated
The Rotary Club has inaugurated an Interact Club exclusively for school students.
Of Ramakrishna Mission Matriculation Higher Secondary School, T.Nagar.
Mr. Vinod Sarogi, president of Rotary Club of Madras central, inaugurated the club and spoke on the salient features of the ‘Interact Club’ and its impact on student community in acquiring leadership qualities.
Secretary of the […]
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29 October 2006
Old Boys Meet At Hindu HSS
The Old Boys Association of the Hindu Higher Secondary School, Triplicane, organized a three-in-one function: “Old boys meet,” “Honouring of retired staff” and commemoration of 150th year celebration of the school.
Mr. T.V. Venkatraman, former chief secretary, Government of Tamil Nadu, was the chief guest. Mr. R. Nataraj IPS, Additional DGP, Dr. T.K. Parthasarathy, former Vice-Chancellor, […]