The Mumbai Private Primary Teaching and Non-Teaching staff association has threatened to go on a strike if revised pay-scales are not implemented for private municipal school teachers. The association has been holding an indefinite dharna at Azad Maidan every day since October 15. According to Vijay Kadam, joint secretary of the association, the revised scales had been recommended in 1995. Under this, teachers would be paid Rs 1,200 more than their present salaries. The Mayor-in-Council took the decision to implement the scales but ``red-tape'' had thwarted action, an association notice said.

Five-star rating for NMIMS

The Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Vile Parle is the first management institute in the country to be given a five-star rating by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The NAAC is an autonomous body established by the UGC to grade colleges. The rating stands for a period of five years. Ruiacollege, Matunga, has also been given NAAC accreditation, with a four-star rating.

Fitness camp during Diwali

The Prabodhankar Thackeray Krida Sankul will organise a special fitness and cultural camp during the Diwali vacations. Swimming, fitness and gymnastics classes will be held at their sports complex at Shahaji Raje Road in Vile Parle. Call on 8203703. Last date for registration is October 28.

BMC school awards

Guru Har Krishan High School, English medium at Santacruz (W) was given the best school award in `H' ward by the BMC's Education Department. The Alexandra Girls English Institution at Fort was given the Ideal School award.