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Dear Sir/Madam, With greetings from ‘Station-e’, I wish to convey to you that the present era is marked with the rise of skills and competencies. Institution such as yours is of infinite value to the world in the general and the country in particular as the workforce of the future is going to come out fully equipped from there. It is indeed a century of life and soft skills which cannot be acquired without in-depth training in various skills. As we move into the second decade of the 21st century, Institution such as yours as an institution shall prove to be decisive to the Indian context of growth and development. India is making giant strides to assume a significant role in the international scenario. At such a critical juncture, we can all unite to make the education system the backbone of the future of India. Keeping this in view, ‘Station-e’ has envisioned the concept of Skills Development Centre – Digital Language Lab which can be established at your institute campus. This Centre is envisaged as the training regimen of your Institute to impart various skills to its students likeCommunicative English, Computer Skills, Vedic Mathematics and Life as well as Soft Skills, etc. It is apt to note that your institution shares the concern for which ‘Station-e’ is striving hard for the up-skilling of the youth. It is also pertinent to note that you have implicit faith in the idea of training the youth for life and soft skills. We are confident that the synergy efforts of your institution and ‘Station-e’ could empower the youth of the country to meet the challenges ahead.
With thanks and regards,
Dr. Haresh Tank Director, Station-e Info Services Pvt. Ltd. +91 94260 73731
Posted: 17 Nov 2014 12:58 PM PST  A Bolivian soldier guards a narrow gauge railroad operated by Antofagasta Chile and Bolivia Railroad on the Bolivia/Chile border. This track serves mining fields throughout the region. Antofagasta Mining has taken full ownership of Twin Metals, one of the nonferrous mining projects being developed in Northern Minnesota, further globalizing a local controversy.(PHOTO: Dimitry B, Creative Commons)The dramatic announcement appears to rescue a project that had appeared close to financial collapse and provides the operation with a limited infusion of much-needed cash. Under the acquisition, Antofagasta will provide approximately $2 million U.S. in working capital and will defer repayment of the bridge loan for another 12 months.
Dundas said he doesn’t expect any drastic changes in the current operations of the Twin Metals venture, which includes the field office in Ely, but he acknowledged that such decisions will be up to Antofagasta in the future. Antofagasta, for its part, issued a short statement on Monday about the long-term potential of the venture. “The acquisition of Duluth provides Antofagasta with a long-term option to develop a large polymetallic resource in a stable and proven mining region. We believe that the Duluth Complex is an attractive deposit and upon closing of the offer we will commence the process of re-evaluating the project’s design while also continuing with the permitting activities.” The investment was sorely needed, but Antofagasta’s purchase turns Twin Metals from a big fish in a little pond, to one of many little fish in a global ocean. Again, from Helmberger’s story:Still, the acquisition raises new questions about the venture’s timeframe. In comments earlier this summer, Antofagasta officials made it clear they are currently focused on the redevelopment or expansion of existing mines for the foreseeable future. Unlike Duluth Metals, which was focused entirely on a single project, the Twin Metals venture represents one of more than a dozen longer-term prospects currently being overseen by Antofagasta. Some industry analysts noted this year that the recent ramp-up of copper production around the world has the metal poised to go into surplus, at least in the mid-term outlook. By locking up a large potential copper resource at a very attractive price, Antofagasta is in a much stronger position to develop, or to withhold from the market due to price considerations, the resources associated with the Twin Metals venture. The mechanics of all this is why I so forcefully advocate for a strategy of economic diversification on the Iron Range. It’s not that this new mining can’t or won’t happen, or that it won’t create jobs. It’s just that we cannot count on the timeline of these new projects to deliver enough jobs in time to save our declining Iron Range communities. It’s not even entirely a permitting discussion; it is one of global capital and economic demands that are not knowable at this time.Written by Aaron Brown for Minnesota Brown © 2014 |
The global X-factor in Range mining projects | Posted: 17 Nov 2014 12:55 PM PST  Today, Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton announced an open application process for the position of Commissioner of the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB). The position is being vacated by Tony Sertich, who will assume the presidency of the Duluth-based Northland Foundation in January.As I’ve written, this is an important position in the leadership of Minnesota’s Iron Range region. If you’re interested, the information on how to apply is found in the governor’s press release below:ST. PAUL, MN – Governor Mark Dayton today announced that the Office of the Governor is accepting applications to serve as Commissioner of the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB). The commissioner must lead the Board in its important mission to diversify and improve the economy of the Iron Range.
“The IRRRB has a crucial role in bringing new economic growth and more jobs to the Iron Range,” said Governor Dayton. “I will work with the IRRRB Board to select a new Commissioner, who will continue the outstanding leadership Tony Sertich has provided the agency.”
Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) is a State of Minnesota development agency located in Eveleth, Minnesota. IRRRB’s mission is to promote and invest in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota. The board is comprised of state senators and representatives elected from state senatorial or legislative districts in which one-third or more of the residents reside within the IRRRB service area. One additional state senator is appointed by the senate Subcommittee on Committees of the Committee on Rules and Administration.
IRRRB provides vital funding, including low or no interest loans, grants and loan guarantees for businesses relocating or expanding in the region. Additionally, a variety of grants are available to local units of government, education institutions, and nonprofits that promote workforce development and sustainable communities.
Individuals wishing to apply may submit a resume and cover letter to Adam Prock, Assistant Chief of Staff to Governor Mark Dayton, at 116 Veterans Service Building, 20 West 12th Street, St. Paul, MN 55155, or by via e-mail atadam.prock@state.mn.us. Application materials are due by close of business,Monday, December 1st, 2014. Written by Aaron Brown for Minnesota Brown © 2014 |
Gov. Dayton calls for applications to lead IRRRB | Posted: 17 Nov 2014 11:07 AM PST  PHOTO: Veterans AdministrationFormer clinic employees said they were given a list of 20 to 25 veterans seeking medical help every two weeks and ordered to delete the actual date the vet was seen if it was more than 14 days past the desired date. They said they were told to replace it with a date that made it appear to be an earlier appointment. It was a routine process, they said, known as “clearing the access reports.” The story is well worth a read, as it’s a pretty good microcosm of the larger problem at the VA, which — we are told — is being addressed.Written by Aaron Brown for Minnesota Brown © 2014 |
Hibbing VA clinic at center of controversy |
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