Odisha Woman's Quest for Better Life Ends in Delhi Gang Rape
New Delhi, October 10, 2023 - A 34-year-old woman from Odisha, in pursuit of improved prospects for her family, found herself in a nightmare scenario in Delhi. After traveling to the capital for work, her mental health deteriorated, leaving her abandoned by those she had hoped would help. The woman, who had previously worked as a researcher and counsellor, was discovered in a disheveled state at a railway station, revealing the harrowing experience of a gang rape she endured.
Prof Suyameendra Kulkarni Takes Charge as Acting Vice-Chancellor of Raichur University
Raichur, October 10, 2023 - Professor Suyameendra Kulkarni, an esteemed microbiologist from Dharwad, has been appointed as the acting Vice-Chancellor of Raichur University by Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot. Prof. Kulkarni, who succeeded Professor Harish Ramswamy, brings a rich academic background and experience from Karnatak University and the Karnataka Institute of DNA Research.
Retired IAS Shishir Sinha Appointed as First Vice-Chancellor of Bihar Sports University
Rajgir, October 10, 2023 - Shishir Sinha, a retired IAS officer, has been named the inaugural Vice-Chancellor of Bihar Sports University-Rajgir. The university, inaugurated by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on August 29, aims to position Bihar as a premier sports hub with its expansive 90-acre campus offering cutting-edge facilities to nurture local and attract external talent.
Panjab University to Recruit Part-Time Counsellors Amid Mental Health Support Delays
Chandigarh, October 10, 2023 - Panjab University has announced plans to appoint part-time counsellors by December to address the mental health needs of its students. The initiative follows a significant delay in hiring, with the university having been without counsellors for approximately six months after the departure of its previous staff in July 2023. Applications are open until November 29 for candidates with a postgraduate degree in psychology and relevant experience, who will be offered a temporary position with a monthly honorarium of Rs 20,000.