Bangalore Medical College gets first Muslim woman principal
Bengaluru: Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) got it’s first Muslim woman principal, Dr Asima Banu taking charge of the position last week.
The microbiologist and virologist finished her undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the BMCRI and then became a faculty member in the department of microbiology in 2000. She actively served BMCRI for the past 23 years and held several important postings throughout her tenure such as head of the microbiology department at Bowring Hospital, quality in-charge and infection control officer and convenor of the medical education unit.
Banu also served as nodal officer of the COVID-19 ward in Victoria Hospital, in 2020. She was hailed as Covid warrior for her selfless and valuable contributions during the pandemic.
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Report on Sambhal mosque survey likely to be submitted to local court; security tight in district
Sambhal(UP) (PTI): Security was stepped up across the district ahead of Friday prayers and the likely submission of a report on the survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid here by the court-appointed ASI team following claims that a temple once stood at the spot.
Tension has been brewing in Sambhal since November 19 when the court-ordered survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid was carried out following claims that a Harihar temple previously stood at the site.
Divisional Commissioner of Moradabad, Aunjaneya Kumar Singh said security measures have been reinforced at sensitive religious sites in the area and around the court in Chandausi.
The lawyer for the Hindu side, Gopal Sharma, said the court hearing on Friday will see the plaintiff's side present their reply, and the court commissioner is expected to submit the findings from the survey conducted on the disputed site.
"Our further action will be determined after the survey report is reviewed," Sharma said.
Shakeel Ahmed Warsi, the lawyer representing the Muslim side, said they are fully prepared to present their case.
"We have all the necessary evidence, and we will first request a copy of the survey report before strongly presenting our side in court," Warsi stated.
Violence erupted on November 24 as protesters gathered near the mosque and clashed with security personnel, leading to stone pelting and arson. Four people died and scores of others were injured in the violence.
The situation remains tense, and local authorities are closely monitoring the developments to maintain peace and order.
