Farmers protest bare-chested in Amritsar against agri bills
Chandigarh: A group of farmers, who squatted on a railway track in Punjab's Amritsar, went shirtless on Saturday in protest against the three agri-marketing bills passed recently by the Parliament.
Sitting on the rail track, the bare-chested protesters shouted slogans against the BJP-led central government and demanded that the farm bills be withdrawn.
Farmers under the banner of the Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee have been protesting on the rail track near Devidaspura village in Amritsar since September 24.
"Farmers have taken off their 'kurtas' and shirts to make the government hear our voice," Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee general secretary Sarwan Singh Pandher told PTI over the phone.
The committee had announced on Friday to extend its three-day 'rail roko' agitation from September 26 till September 29.
The 'rail roko' agitation had started on Thursday, forcing the railway authorities to suspend the operation of special passenger trains in the state.
Farmers have expressed apprehension that the Centre's farm reforms would pave the way for dismantling of the minimum support price system and they would be at the "mercy" of big corporates. The farmers said they would continue their fight till the three farm bills were revoked.
The Essential Commodities (Amendment) Bill, the Farmers' Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Bill, and the Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement of Price Assurance and Farm Services Bill were passed by the Parliament earlier this week and now await presidential assent.
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Bearys Group of Institutions establish new PU College in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: A new pre-University college, "Bearys Integrated Pre-University College," has been established under the esteemed Bearys Group of Institutions in Mangalore. The institution, renowned for its century-long service to society through various educational initiatives, has established the new college at Inoli BIT Engineering Campus.
Scheduled to commence classes in June for the academic year 2024-25, the college has already commenced the enrollment process. It offers a diverse range of combinations in the science department, including PCMB, PCMC, and CEBA, along with commerce options. Additionally, the institution provides coaching for competitive exams such as CET, NEET, JEE, NATA, and CA foundation, essential for professional education.
Emphasizing a stress-free and student-friendly approach, the college prioritizes personality development alongside academic learning, fostering discipline and creative values. Notably, deserving, economically disadvantaged, talented students, and sports enthusiasts from the community will receive special fee exemptions.
The institute boasts comprehensive facilities, including a well-equipped stadium, college vehicles, laboratories, library, accommodation, and canteen, all managed by experienced and skilled lecturers. Syed Mohamed Beary, the founder president of the institution, shared these details in the official announcement.
