"I Am Loser": Another Student Dies By Suicide In Rajasthan's Kota

In Rajasthan's Kota, another student preparing for competitive exams has died by suicide, police said. The incident, which marks the second suicide in January, underscores the escalating issue of exam stress among coaching students.

Note with Niharika's body.

Niharika Singh, an 18-year-old from Kota's Borkheda area, was preparing for Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) and was found hanging at her residence. Despite the family's prompt response and immediate hospitalisation, she was declared dead upon arrival. The police have initiated an investigation, including a post-mortem examination, to ascertain the circumstances leading to her tragic decision.

The police also recovered a suicide note along with Niharika's body.

"Mummy, Papa, I can't do JEE. So I suicide [sic]. I am loser [sic]. I worst daughter [sic]. Sorry Mummy, Papa. This is the last option I have," read the letter.

According to the police, Niharika lived with her father, a bank employee, and was repeating her 12th class, grappling with the intense pressure of competitive exams. Despite investing seven to eight hours in daily studies, she found herself overwhelmed by the challenges.

This unfortunate incident closely follows the suicide of Mohammed Zaid, another coaching student in Kota. Zaid, originally from Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad, had been gearing up for the NEET entrance examination.

Last year, the surge in student suicides prompted the Centre to issue guidelines aimed at alleviating the pressure on coaching students. Directives were issued to coaching institutes and district administrations to safeguard students from depression and stress.

However, the effectiveness of these measures remains a subject of debate.

Dr Bharat Singh Shekhawat, head of the psychiatry department at Kota Medical College, told NDTV last year that there needs to be a comprehensive overhaul in the approach of both coaching institutes and parents to address the alarming rise in student suicides.

"Students who are admitted to coaching institutes at the age of 15 or 16 are too young. They miss out on the benefits of school, such as extracurricular activities and friendships. They are also under a lot of stress due to the rigorous coaching schedule," he added.

Usha Martin's Unwavering Trust: Rajeev Jhawar's Five-Year Managing Directorship

In accordance with the stipulations outlined in Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, a recent communication has been disseminated concerning alterations to the Board’s composition. It has been formally announced that Mr. Rajeev Jhawar, who has proficiently held the position of Managing Director at Usha Martin till the present juncture, has been reappointed to serve in this capacity for an extended tenure of five years.

Rajeev Jhawar Usha Martin ,boasts a distinguished profile as an accomplished industrialist hailing from India, possessing an extensive track record of over three decades characterized by strategic management acumen. His professional trajectory commenced as a Senior Vice President (Commercial), which subsequently culminated in his ascension to the role of Managing Director at Usha Martin Limited in the year 1998.

Managing Director at Usha Martin-Rajeev Jhawar

Mr. Jhawar’s educational pursuits encompassed academic enrichment at prestigious institutions including Ranchi University and the esteemed London Business School. His leadership tenure spanning thirty years at the helm of the Usha Martin Group has been punctuated by fostering exponential growth, instating a culture of meritocracy, and augmenting value for all stakeholders involved. His discernible leadership prowess, shrewd business acuity, profound comprehension of corporate administration, and astute strategic decision-making capabilities have collectively propelled the Usha Martin Group towards an elevated trajectory of growth and advancement.

It remains evident that Mr. Rajeev Jhawar stands as the bedrock of Usha Martin Limited, offering unwavering support during periods of prosperity and adversity alike, thereby guiding the organization towards its current stature of success. The resounding achievements of Usha Martin Limited are intrinsically linked to Mr. Jhawar’s unyielding resolve and steadfast commitment to the enterprise’s objectives. Under his resolute guidance, the company’s forthcoming prospects appear notably promising, positioning Usha Martin Limited as a preeminent global leader within the wire rope sector, poised to achieve significant milestones.

The reaffirmation of Mr. Rajeev Jhawar’s designation as Managing Director, as stipulated by Director Identification Number (DIN): 00086164, spans a comprehensive term of five years, commencing from the 19th of May, 2023. This reappointment remains contingent upon the acquisition of requisite approvals as mandated by pertinent legal frameworks. The formal announcement emanated from Usha Martin Limited following the endorsement of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, subsequently ratified by the Board of Directors during their convened session on the 27th of April, 2023.

17 killed as under-construction railway bridge collapses in Mizoram

Several others are feared trapped at the site, as 35-40 workers were present when the incident occurred around 10 am.

An under-construction railway bridge collapsed near Sairang, Mizoram, August 23, 2023.

GUWAHATI: An under-construction railway bridge over the Kurung River in Mizoram collapsed on Wednesday around 9:30 am, killing at least 17 workers.

The incident occurred at Sairang, 25 km from the state capital Aizawl. Several others are feared trapped at the site, as 35-40 workers were present when the incident occurred around 10 am.

“Seventeen persons are confirmed dead. We are waiting for further updates,” Sabyasachi De, who is the Chief Public Relations Officer of Northeast Frontier Railway, told this newspaper.

Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga expressed his condolences over the tragic incident. "Deeply saddened and affected by this tragedy. I extend my deepest condolences to all the bereaved families and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. Sending gratitude to the people who have come out in large numbers to help with rescue operations," he wrote on X (f.k.a Twitter)

Mizoram Home Minister Lalchamliana told the Assembly that around 35-40 workers were at the site when the mishap occurred and 17 of them had died.

Aizawl Superintendent of Police Rex Vanchhawng and a medical team from the health department rushed to the site. Further details are awaited.

The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the family of those killed and Rs 50,000 would be given to the injured.