Initiative/Project Online Student Admission in Government Schools via QR Code Context: A novel initiative has been undertaken and is currently being implemented to facilitate online student admissions at the Government School in Ambur using QR codes. The Bethlehem Municipal Middle School operates in Ambur, located in the Tirupattur district. For the 2026–2027 academic year, the student admission process at the school has been innovatively advanced through digital means. With the dual objectives of boosting student enrollment in government schools and providing parents with a simple, rapid method to admit their children, the school teachers have collectively introduced a QR code-based online admission system. Awareness banners featuring the QR code have been strategically placed within the school campus, at major street intersections, and in public areas where large crowds typically gather. Informative leaflets have also been distributed. Parents can scan the QR code using their mobile phones to digitally register details—including the student's name, class, and parental information—thereby completing the admission process instantly. Consequently, there is no longer a need for parents to make multiple physical visits to the school campus. This initiative has proven to be particularly beneficial for working parents and those engaged in daily-wage labor. History & Culture Context:Archaeologists have identified a 13th century inscription in Sivaganga district that records an incident involving a warrior and a merchant, offering insights into trade, protection and social support practices in medieval Tamil society. The inscription was found at Cholapuram near Sivaganga after local resident Balasundaram informed local archaeologists about an unusual stone located in Etticheri tank. A field study was subsequently conducted by K Kaaliraja. About sivagangai inscription The inscription belongs to the uncommon "Aasiriyam" category, which is associated with protection, assistance and support rather than land grants or temple endowments commonly found in medieval inscriptions. The stone stands…
