The Continuing Education Cell of Nedumangad Government Polytechnic College has invited applications for vacation courses such as Robotics, Intel Learn Program (Computer Course), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Electronics Hobby Circuits, Art and Craft, Aari Work, Hand Embroidery, and Jewel Making for school and college students. Applications are also invited for PSC approved courses such as DCA, DTP, Data Entry, Tally, Beautician, Fashion Designing, Mobile Phone Technician, Computer Hardware, and Plumbing courses. Applications can be made until March 30. For more information: 7559955644.

The last date for submitting online applications for the selection of Akshaya Entrepreneurs in the district has been extended to March 19. Entrepreneurs will be selected for 85 Akshaya centres across the district. Of these, 74 locations are in the general category, 5 in the Scheduled Caste category, and 6 in the Scheduled Tribe category. The age limit for applicants is 18 to 50 years.

The minimum qualification is Plus Two, and computer knowledge is desirable. Additional weightage will be given to candidates with higher qualifications, women, applicants from Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities, and those who have their own or rented building facilities. Some locations are specifically reserved for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe categories.

Applications must be submitted online through the website: https://lbsedp.lbscentre.in/akshaya26

 along with an application fee of ₹750.

For queries regarding the application process, contact 0471 2560311, 0471 2560312, 9400923669 or email lbscentre@gmail.com.

For further information, contact the Akshaya District Office at 0471-2334070, 0471-2334080 or email adpotvm.akshaya@kerala.gov.in.

Applications are invited for the Vacation Foster Care Scheme for children who are unable to live with their parents for various reasons. Any couple who has completed 35 years of age and is interested in taking care of these children in their own home for two months can submit an application to the Alappuzha District Child Protection Unit by March 31.

Children between the ages of 6 and 18 are included in the foster care scheme for this summer vacation. Those who already have their own children can also apply.

An application prepared on white paper and addressed to the Alappuzha District Child Protection Officer should include an identity document, family photograph, income certificate, marriage certificate and medical certificate.

Address to submit the application – District Child Protection Unit, Latin Church Building, Convent Square, Alappuzha – 688001. Phone: 0477-2241644.

Applications are invited from journalists for the Nehru Trophy Media Award organized by the Alappuzha Nehru Trophy Boat Race Society. As part of the 71st Nehru Trophy Boat Race, news reports and news footage published in newspapers, periodicals and Malayalam TV channels between July 1 and August 30, 2025, that help promote the boat race will be considered.

Journalists can apply in four categories: newspaper reporter, visual media reporter, newspaper photographer, and visual media cameraman. The award includes a trophy, Rs. 10,001, and a citation. In addition, a trophy and citation will be awarded as an incentive prize to the FM channel that provided the best coverage supporting the promotion of the event.

For the Print Media Reporting Award, applicants should submit the original and two copies of the newspaper in which the report was published. For the photography category, three copies of the photograph in 10 x 8 size along with one copy of the newspaper in which the photo was published should be submitted.

Reports not exceeding seven minutes that were telecast as part of a news bulletin or news magazine on Malayalam TV channels should be submitted in DVD/CD format. Two copies should be provided. A maximum of five entries can be submitted by a channel in each category. The title, content, date, duration and description of the film should be included along with the entry. Stories should be submitted as a single comprehensive report and not in multiple parts.

A separate sheet should include the name of the newspaper or TV channel in which the entry was published or broadcast, the date and time, and the name and address of the journalist/photographer/cameraman. An individual may submit a maximum of two entries in a category. The same entry should not be submitted to more than one category. Each entry should be sent in a separate envelope, with the competition category written on the outside. Applicants should write their name and sign on the outside of the CD/DVD. A certificate from the News Editor or a superior authority of the institution confirming that the entry was prepared by the applicant must also be attached.

Entries should reach the District Information Officer, Convener – Nehru Trophy Media Award Committee, Information & Public Relations Department, Civil Station, Alappuzha – 688001, by 5 pm on March 30, 2026. Phone: 0477 2251349.

Applications are invited from eligible differently-abled persons for computer courses to be conducted at the Vocational Training Centre for Differently-abled Persons functioning at Poojappura in Thiruvananthapuram district under the Social Justice Department, in collaboration with Keltron. Applications can be submitted for the one-year Diploma in Computer Application (Basic Qualification: Plus Two) and the six-month Certificate Course in Word Processing and Data Entry (Basic Qualification: SSLC).

The application form can be obtained from the Vocational Training Centre for Differently-abled Persons, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram, and is also available on the website of the Social Justice Department (sjd.kerala.gov.in). Applications prepared in the prescribed format or on white paper, along with biodata, should be submitted to the Supervisor, Vocational Training Centre for Differently-abled Persons, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram – 695012, or sent to vtctvm3618@gmail.com before March 17. For further details, contact: 0471-2343618, 8714619990.