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Digital Education Made Mandatory for Teachers and Principals in Uttarakhand

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1 year ago

February 24, 2025

The Uttarakhand government has mandated digital education for all teachers and principals in schools. Those who do not possess computer skills will be required to participate in a training program to obtain valid certificates, which must be submitted to the department as these will influence their annual confidential reports (ACRs).

The Dhami administration has directed educators at primary, higher secondary, and high schools to enhance their digital competencies promptly, and has also introduced a learning and training platform to assist them in acquiring the necessary qualification certificates.

A directive from the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) emphasizes the necessity of digital learning for teachers across all school categories in the state. This directive requires educators to attain a certificate in digital technology through a specialized program organized by the state’s Education Department.

Per the SCERT directive, all teachers and principals must complete a 10-hour online course by March 31, utilizing an app provided by the council. Pradeep Kumar Rawat, Additional Director of SCERT, confirmed that instructions have been disseminated to all district chief education officers regarding this initiative.

Officials from the State Education Department stated that the SCERT’s mandate applies to all principals, headmasters, and teachers for grades 1 to 12. Participants in the training will receive online certificates upon successfully finishing the course, provided they pass the required assessments. Teachers are obligated to submit copies of their certificates to their principals, headmasters, and block education officers for record-keeping.

Rawat emphasized that the SCERT directives clearly indicate that failure to provide certificates from the computer learning course within the specified timeframe will be recorded in the ACR of the respective teachers and principals.

Additionally, Rawat highlighted the importance of equipping oneself with digital learning to stay aligned with the contemporary education system. He stated, “It is crucial for teachers and principals to gain a strong understanding of information and communication technology, enabling them to incorporate modern digital tools in their teaching practices.”

To facilitate this, the SCERT has developed an e-Srujan App designed for all school teachers and principals to highlight the significance of digital technology and the necessity of upgrading their computer skills. This app will assist them in learning about essential digital technologies and integrating these into their teaching curriculum.

The SCERT has also noted that teachers who fail to engage seriously with computer learning will negatively affect their ACR.

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Killers Travelled 1,400 Km to Murder Delhi Professor

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4 hours ago

June 7, 2026

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: Delhi Police solved the murder case of Delhi University professor Debosmita Paul within three days.

Investigators found that the accused had travelled nearly 1,400 km from West Bengal to Delhi to carry out the crime.

Police used CCTV footage, cab booking records, and GPS data to trace the suspects.

Seven special teams conducted raids across four states and arrested the accused in Bardhaman, West Bengal.

The investigation revealed that the murder was linked to a property dispute involving Paul’s ancestral property.

The swift and technology-driven investigation has been widely praised.

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Ex-IAS Officer Dhanendra Kumar Dies in Delhi House Fire

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1 week ago

May 29, 2026

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: Former IAS officer and the first chairman of the Competition Commission of India (CCI), Dhanendra Kumar, died after a fire broke out at his house in Delhi’s Hauz Khas area on Thursday night. He was 80.

According to police, the fire was suspected to have started after an air conditioner blast inside the house. At the time of the incident, five people, including family members and domestic staff, were present in the house.

Firefighters and police teams rushed to the spot and rescued the people trapped inside. Dhanendra Kumar and his son were taken to a nearby hospital. Kumar died during treatment due to smoke inhalation. His son suffered injuries and is now out of danger.

Police said no foul play is suspected in the incident. The house was badly damaged in the fire.

Dhanendra Kumar was a 1968 batch IAS officer. During his long career, he served in several important positions in the central and Haryana governments. He worked in ministries such as Defence, Road Transport, and Culture.

He also served as the first chairman of the Competition Commission of India from 2009 to 2011. He played an important role in strengthening competition laws and economic reforms in the country.

Even after retirement, he remained active in public policy and corporate affairs.

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Woman Found Dead Six Months after Marriage

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2 weeks ago

May 27, 2026

Namma Kudla

Lucknow: A young woman was found hanging at her in-laws’ house just six months after her marriage in Lucknow. The deceased has been identified as Shweta Singh.

According to her family, Shweta married Bhupendra Singh on November 22, 2025. Her father, Umesh Kumar Singh, alleged that her husband and his family harassed her regularly for dowry and demanded a car. He also claimed that Shweta faced mental torture from her husband and in-laws after marriage.

The incident took place at her in-laws’ house in the Thakurganj area of Lucknow. Shweta was rushed to a hospital, but doctors declared her dead.

Her parents suspect murder and alleged that the family tried to present the death as suicide by hanging the body. Based on the complaint, police registered a case against Shweta’s husband and his family under Sections 80 and 85 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Dowry Prohibition Act.

Police said the accused family members are absconding, and a search operation is underway. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination, and further action will be taken after the report arrives.