IIM Ranchi Director launches Symphony 2011- Annual Magazine of IIM Shillong
Shillong, November 10 (MExN): It was a moment of great pleasure as the third edition of ‘Symphony’, the annual magazine of IIM Shillong was released on the inaugural day of SusCon. The magazine was released by Dr. M.J. Xavier, the Director of IIM Ranchi and Shri Hasit Joshipuria (VP, South Asia and Managing Director India, GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceutical Ltd). IIM Shillong, already in its fourth year of operation, has been championing the cause of sustainability; be it through its academic curriculum or the gamut of initiatives undertaken for the development of the north eastern region. The magazine is the collective effort of the student community of IIM Shillong towards addressing the pressing issues of business, and reflects the passion and zeal with which budding managers wish to use their learning and experiences towards making a difference. It gives a detail of the lives and the interests and the vibrant community of IIM Shillong. The theme chosen for this year’s magazine is ‘Inclusive Growth’ which has been explored in the purview of the Indian Rural market, the SMEs, social implication of land acquisition, growth in bamboo use and the woes of aging nations. Keeping in mind the theme of the magazine, it was perhaps appropriate for the magazine to be released during Suscon, the annual sustainability conference spearheaded by IIM Shillong. The magazine brings a melange of articles contributed by the students of IIM S. The articles span across various domains and functions to provide a holistic perspective on current world issues. It also covers the interviews with Mr. Shouvick Mukherjee (VP and CEO, Yahoo! India R&D) and Mr. Vijay Mahajan (Head of Basix Microfinance & President of Microfinance Institutions Network). It is hoped that this edition of symphony will garner the same amount of appreciation and recognition from budding managers and leaders of this country as the previous two editions.
RTE would provide free and compulsory to education: Pala
Shillong, November 10 (PTI): Union Minister of State for Water Resources Vincent H Pala today said the Centre's Right To Education (RTE) Act would provide free and compulsory education to children between the ages of six and 14. Addressing a closing ceremony of the Silver Jubilee Celebration of the Mairang Presbyterian English Secondary at Mairang, about 54 km from here in West Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya, Pala said the new law would provide ample opportunities for the children of this country to avail schooling. Pala also said through the Act, the school children have been provided with Mid-Day Meal, free text books and other facilities in order to attract the children to attend schools. He laid emphasis that not only education, but also discipline coupled with ethical behaviour could ensure the success of the students. Pala also said that teachers should be retrained from time to time to keep abreast with the various development of education and provide quality education to the students. Meghalaya legislator, Metbah Lyngdoh expressed deep appreciation to the school for growing from strength to strength over the years.
Mizo women form umbrella organization
Aizawl, November 10 (NNN): Mizo women have come together and formed an umbrella organisation christened a All Mizoram Women Federation. Announcing the formation of the new women organisation for all women of the State today, chairperson of Mizoram State Social Welfare Board Mrs. Zothankimi said, there has been a long time demand for formation of inclusive women organisation which will cater the need of women of the State. She also said, All Mizoram Women Federation will send its representatives to participate in the national and international level meeting of women. Dr. Lalneihzovi will head the federation as its president; Dr.Jane R.Ralte is the vice president while Angela Ch. Ralte will act as the general secretary. Meanwhile, it was learned that the newly formed federation will focus on the sexual abuse and other women related issues.
Planatation affected at 55 tea gardens in Barak valley
Silchar, November 10 (PTI): Plantations in 55 tea gardens of south Assam have been affected due to shortage of essential inputs following restrictions on vehicular movement on Barak river bridge. Curbs imposed on movement of heavy vehicles through the bridge at Sadarghat have had a crippling effect on plantations in 55 tea gardens, especially those in Udarbond, Lakhipur and Barkhola, chief of Tea Association of India (TAI), Barak Valley, P K Mishra said in a a memorandum submitted to Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi. Seeking the CM's intervention to speed up repair of the bridge and normalisation of traffic, Mishra said supply of essentials including ration for the workers have stopped to tea gardens in the area.
Shillong, November 10 (MExN): It was a moment of great pleasure as the third edition of ‘Symphony’, the annual magazine of IIM Shillong was released on the inaugural day of SusCon. The magazine was released by Dr. M.J. Xavier, the Director of IIM Ranchi and Shri Hasit Joshipuria (VP, South Asia and Managing Director India, GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceutical Ltd). IIM Shillong, already in its fourth year of operation, has been championing the cause of sustainability; be it through its academic curriculum or the gamut of initiatives undertaken for the development of the north eastern region. The magazine is the collective effort of the student community of IIM Shillong towards addressing the pressing issues of business, and reflects the passion and zeal with which budding managers wish to use their learning and experiences towards making a difference. It gives a detail of the lives and the interests and the vibrant community of IIM Shillong. The theme chosen for this year’s magazine is ‘Inclusive Growth’ which has been explored in the purview of the Indian Rural market, the SMEs, social implication of land acquisition, growth in bamboo use and the woes of aging nations. Keeping in mind the theme of the magazine, it was perhaps appropriate for the magazine to be released during Suscon, the annual sustainability conference spearheaded by IIM Shillong. The magazine brings a melange of articles contributed by the students of IIM S. The articles span across various domains and functions to provide a holistic perspective on current world issues. It also covers the interviews with Mr. Shouvick Mukherjee (VP and CEO, Yahoo! India R&D) and Mr. Vijay Mahajan (Head of Basix Microfinance & President of Microfinance Institutions Network). It is hoped that this edition of symphony will garner the same amount of appreciation and recognition from budding managers and leaders of this country as the previous two editions.
RTE would provide free and compulsory to education: Pala
Shillong, November 10 (PTI): Union Minister of State for Water Resources Vincent H Pala today said the Centre's Right To Education (RTE) Act would provide free and compulsory education to children between the ages of six and 14. Addressing a closing ceremony of the Silver Jubilee Celebration of the Mairang Presbyterian English Secondary at Mairang, about 54 km from here in West Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya, Pala said the new law would provide ample opportunities for the children of this country to avail schooling. Pala also said through the Act, the school children have been provided with Mid-Day Meal, free text books and other facilities in order to attract the children to attend schools. He laid emphasis that not only education, but also discipline coupled with ethical behaviour could ensure the success of the students. Pala also said that teachers should be retrained from time to time to keep abreast with the various development of education and provide quality education to the students. Meghalaya legislator, Metbah Lyngdoh expressed deep appreciation to the school for growing from strength to strength over the years.
Mizo women form umbrella organization
Aizawl, November 10 (NNN): Mizo women have come together and formed an umbrella organisation christened a All Mizoram Women Federation. Announcing the formation of the new women organisation for all women of the State today, chairperson of Mizoram State Social Welfare Board Mrs. Zothankimi said, there has been a long time demand for formation of inclusive women organisation which will cater the need of women of the State. She also said, All Mizoram Women Federation will send its representatives to participate in the national and international level meeting of women. Dr. Lalneihzovi will head the federation as its president; Dr.Jane R.Ralte is the vice president while Angela Ch. Ralte will act as the general secretary. Meanwhile, it was learned that the newly formed federation will focus on the sexual abuse and other women related issues.
Planatation affected at 55 tea gardens in Barak valley
Silchar, November 10 (PTI): Plantations in 55 tea gardens of south Assam have been affected due to shortage of essential inputs following restrictions on vehicular movement on Barak river bridge. Curbs imposed on movement of heavy vehicles through the bridge at Sadarghat have had a crippling effect on plantations in 55 tea gardens, especially those in Udarbond, Lakhipur and Barkhola, chief of Tea Association of India (TAI), Barak Valley, P K Mishra said in a a memorandum submitted to Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi. Seeking the CM's intervention to speed up repair of the bridge and normalisation of traffic, Mishra said supply of essentials including ration for the workers have stopped to tea gardens in the area.
