Should You Worry About The New Covid-19 Scare? This Is What IIT-Kanpur Experts Say
2 Die After Hair Surgery Gone Wrong. Missing UP Doctor Surrenders In Court
Two engineers - Vinit Kumar Dubey and Pramod Katiyar - died allegedly within 48 hours of a hair transplant surgery in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur. The accused doctor, Anushka Tiwari, who was on the run, surrendered Monday at a local court.
JEE Advanced 2025 Provisional Key To Be Released On May 26, Check Details Here
JEE Advanced 2025 Provisional Key: IIT, Kanpur is set to release the provisional key on May 26, 2025.
JEE Advanced 2025 answer key objection window opens: Direct link to raise challenges here
IIT Kanpur has opened the objection window for the JEE Advanced 2025 provisional answer key on jeeadv.ac.in. Candidates can challenge responses in Paper 1 and Paper 2 until May 27, 2025, by submitting valid evidence. The final answer key, shaped by expert-reviewed objections, will determine the results, expected in early June.
JEE Advanced 2025 Answer Key OUT at jeeadv.ac.in Download PDF
The JEE Advanced 2025 Answer Key has been officially released by IIT Kanpur on 26th May 2025 at jeeadv.ac.in for candidates to assess their performance.
IIT Kanpur Releases Provisional Answer Key for JEE Advanced 2025
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has announced the provisional answer key for the JEE Advanced 2025 exam, which took place on May 18, 2025. Candidates can now download the answer key from the official website. The final answer key and results are set to be released on June 2, 2025, with an opportunity for candidates to raise objections on the provisional key. Detailed steps for accessing the answer key are provided, along with direct links to both Paper 1 and Paper 2 answer keys. For more information, candidates are encouraged to visit the official site.
Two held in Odisha for making, sharing video supporting Pakistan
CUTTACK: CHAULIAGANJ police on Saturday arrested two persons for allegedly recording and circulating a video supporting Pakistan in a bid to incite hatred and create communal disharmony among the people. The accused have been identified as 27-year-old Sourav Sahoo of Sagar within Kanpur police limits and Goutam Lenka (28) of Mahanadi Vihar in Cuttack. Police said the duo, along with their associates had recently recorded a video in which Sourav could be seen shouting slogans of Pakistan Zindabad on the banks of Mahanadi river near Gandhipalli Gada. They then circulated it on various WhatsApp groups in a deliberate attempt to incite hatred and create disturbance among Hindus and Muslims during a time when there is already an ongoing tension between India and Pakistan. Given that Cuttack is a communally sensitive city, circulation of such a video is likely to incite communal disharmony and affect the law and order situation in both the state and across the country. The aforementioned act clearly demonstrates the malicious intent of the accused to outrage the religious feelings of a section of citizens. Their intention was to cause disorder and incite violence, said a senior police officer. Accordingly, basing on a written report of sub-inspector Nilanchal Jena of Chauliaganj police station, a case was registered under relevant sections of BNS Act 2023, and the accused were arrested. Two mobile phones have been seized from them. Further investigation is underway, the police officer added
Qutub Minar's 1,600-year-old iron pillar remains rust-free due to high phosphorus content and ancient forge-welding techniques, revealed by a 2003 IIT-Kanpur study.
To ease congestion, NCR reroutes key trains from Kanpur to Govindpuri stn
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Applications are invited for recruitment of 43 vacant positions or career in ALIMCO Guwahati Assam in 2025. Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment of 43 vacant posts or career on a Direct Recruitment Basis at ALIMCO HQ at Kanpur and its ALIMCO Auxiliary Production Center at [] The post Assam Career : ALIMCO Guwahati Recruitment 2025 [43 posts] appeared first on NorthEast Now .
PM Modi likely to meet family of Pahalgam terror victim Shubham Dwivedi on May 30
Narendra Modi is expected to meet the family of Shubham Dwivedi. Dwivedi was killed in the Pahalgam terror attack. The family seeks official recognition of Shubham's sacrifice. They want him to be honored as a martyr. The family hopes Modi will address their request during his Kanpur visit. They believe it would bring justice and honor to Shubham's memory.
Centre to set up millets research facility in Telangana
HYDERABAD: Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Friday announced that the Centre has decided to establish a world-class millets research centre in Telangana. Kishan said at a press conference here that the BJP-led NDA government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has been setting up several institutions in the state. In continuation of these efforts, the Centre will be establishing a millets research centre in Telangana with an investment of 250 crore. MoUs with several countries have been signed, he said. To be established under the supervision of the Union Ministry of Agriculture, the centre will focus on research, development and infrastructure creation, including a central instrumentation lab, an international hostel, a millets museum, research farms, training facilities, gene editing greenhouses, speed breeding labs and phenomics labs. New training centres will be established in Hyderabad, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Kanpur and Ludhiana. These centres will provide training for trainers and support modern infrastructure development, the Union minister added.
PM Modi To Visit Kanpur On May 30, To Meet Kin Of Soldier Killed In Pahalgam Attack
JEE Advanced result 2025 expected soon: Check how to access scorecards and other details here
The JEE Advanced 2025 result is expected to be released soon by IIT Kanpur on the official website, jeeadv.ac.in. Response sheets were issued on May 22, followed by the provisional answer key on May 26. The final result is scheduled for June 2. Qualified candidates will proceed to JoSAA counselling for admission to top engineering institutes.
IIT Kanpur Releases JEE Advanced 2025 Response Sheets for Candidates
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has announced the release of the JEE Advanced 2025 response sheets, available for download on their official website. Candidates who participated in the exam can access their individual sheets and are encouraged to check back for the official answer key, expected on May 26. The final results will be declared on June 2, 2025. This article provides detailed steps on how to download the response sheets and additional information for candidates.
JEE Advanced Response Sheet 2025 Out: Here's how to download and view details
IIT Kanpur has released the JEE Advanced 2025 candidate response sheets on its official website. Candidates can download their response sheets for papers 1 and 2 by logging in with their application number, date of birth, and registered mobile number. The provisional answer keys will be released on May 26, with a challenge window open until May 27.
JEE Advanced 2025 response sheets out: Check direct link and how to download here
IIT Kanpur has released the JEE Advanced 2025 response sheets on its official website, jeeadv.ac.in. Candidates can now download their individual response sheets to review their answers. The official answer key will be released on May 26, allowing candidates to estimate scores and raise objections before the final results.
IIT Kanpur Project Technician Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 01 Posts
IIT Kanpur Project Technician Recruitment 2025 Notification Out! IIT Kanpur has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Technician posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official IIT Kanpur website. The last date to submit the application form is 28-05-2025.
Kanpur Temple turtles trade tradition for paneer treats
In Kanpur, a centuries-old temple pond has become an unusual haven for softshell turtles with a peculiar fondness for paneer. Every Wednesday, devotees offer cottage cheese to the turtles, a tradition that started when they switched from flour balls.
JEE Advanced Response Sheet 2025 To Be Released Today, Check Here
JEE Advanced Response Sheet: IIT Kanpur will be releasing the JEE Advanced response sheet today.
For love of paneer, Kanpur temple turtles throw diet out of pond
For these temple turtles in Kanpur, paneer is the top pick
QR Codes Installed Outside 5 Lakh Homes In Kanpur; Here's Why
Indias 76 per cent population is at high risk of extreme heat, says study
NEW DELHI: In India, 57 per cent of districts, which are home to 76 per cent of the population, are at very high risk of extreme heat. This heat-affected population is experiencing alarmingly warm nights, increasing relative humidity, and heat island effects in densely populated urban areas. A study conducted by the Delhi-based research organisation Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) analysed that traditionally drier northern Indian cities are experiencing higher levels of humidity and warmer nights, impacting the health of a large population. The study How Extreme Heat is Impacting India: Assessing District-level Heat Risk has mapped heat risk assessments of 734 districts in India using 35 indicators. It provides detailed insight into how climate change has influenced heat hazard trends from 1982 to 2022. It has used indicators including hazard, exposure, and vulnerability. In addition, it has analysed night-time heat and relative humidity to measure how climate change has altered the frequency, intensity, and duration of heat hazards in the past four decades. According to the study, 417 districts fell into the high and very high risk categories of extreme heat, while 201 were classified as moderate risk categories. Meanwhile, the remaining 116 districts are relatively less exposed to extreme heat. The study highlights key trends, such as the rise in warm nights across the country, the increase in relative humidity across North India, particularly in the Indo-Gangetic Plain, and heightened heat exposure in dense, urban, and economically critical districts such as Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Bhopal, and Bhubaneswar. Further, some rural districts in Maharashtra, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, and Biharhome to large numbers of agricultural outdoor workerswere also found to fall in the high to very high heat risk category. Further, the study analysed that 70 per cent of districts have seen more than five additional very warm nights per summer over the past decade (2012-2022) compared to the climatic baseline (1982-2011). Very warm nights are defined as nights when the temperature stays unusually high, warmer than what used to be normal 95 per cent of the time. Warmer nights make it harder for the human body to cool down and recover from daytime heat. The study also finds increased relative humidity by up to 10% across the Indo-Gangetic Plains over the last decade. Historically, North India experienced 30-40% humidity, which increased to 40-50%. It further underlines that traditionally drier cities such as Delhi, Chandigarh, Kanpur, Jaipur, and Varanasi now see higher humidity levels. Sweating is the primary cooling mechanism when body temperature exceeds 37C, but high humidity hinders evaporation. Heat stress is no longer a future threatits a present reality, said Dr Arunabh Ghose, CEO, CEEW. We are entering an era of intense, prolonged heat, rising humidity, and dangerously warm nights, he said.
Why Qutub Minar's 1,600-Year-Old Iron Pillar Is Still Rust-Free? Scientists Explain
A 2003 study by IIT-Kanpur scientists revealed the secret behind the iron pillar's pristine condition.
Indian Railways has increased the speed of trains one of the most important train networks, Delhi-Howrah route (including Kanpur-Lucknow) to 160 Kmph' at a total cost of Rs. 6,685 cr. The Delhi-Mumbai route is 1386 kilometre long which is being prepared for high-speed trains.
Kanpur Woman Involved In 'Extramarital Affair' With Nephew Kills Husband, Arrested
Woman In Extramarital Affair Kills Husband, A Meerut Throwback In Kanpur
The gruesome murder of a man in Kanpur has revealed multiple layers of conspiracy, an extramarital affair, and a modus operandi that matches partly with the Meerut killing that had sent shockwaves through the country two months ago.
PM to virtually inaugurate Govindpuri rly stn on May 22
Woman who eloped with paramour kills her childwith amulets thread days after truce with hubby
Kanpur cricket clubs notch impressive wins
Samples of 12 more animals of Kanpur Zoo sent to NIHSAD for testing
IVRI team to assess avian influenza preparedness in Kanpur dist
Vehicle breakdown delays transfer of rape accused
Police solve murder case involving wife & nephew in Saadh area
Five held after Kanpur police bust extortion gang led by traffic SI, home guard, female PRD jawan
Kanpur police arrest gang posing as STF, extorting money; mastermind absconding, targeted illegal activities, busted with recovered items
IIT JEE Advanced 2025 Question Paper Released by IIT Kanpur
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has released the question paper for the JEE Advanced 2025 exam. Candidates can download their papers and find essential information regarding application dates, fees, and eligibility criteria. The application process ran from April 23 to May 2, 2025, with the exam conducted on May 18, 2025. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the important dates, application fees, and instructions for downloading the question paper, ensuring candidates are well-informed for their upcoming exams.
Pressure Of Marriage, Then Murder Attempt: UP Man Attacks Woman In Park
His marriage proposal rejected, a man tried to strangulate his girlfriend in a park in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur.
UP's Banda records hottest temperature in country at 46.2 degrees Celsius
LUCKNOW: As many as five cities in Uttar Pradesh recorded the maximum temperatures of 45 degrees Celsius or above since Friday. Banda in the Bundelkhand region remained on top in the list of hottest places in the country, with the maximum temperatures soaring to as high as 46.2 degrees Celsius. After Banda, Ganganagar in Rajasthan was the second hottest at 45.9 degrees Celsius. Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh was a close third at 45.8 degrees Celsius. In UP, after Banda, Prayagraj (45.4), Kanpur (45.2), Jhansi (45.1) and Varanasi (45) kept the residents struggling with the sweeping heat wave. However, a dip in the day temperatures was recorded in the state following sporadic showers and thunderstorms on Saturday. Meanwhile, amid intense heatwave conditions prevailing in the state, UP CM Yogi Adityanath issued directives to the Relief and Health Departments to issue alerts and ensure public safety. According to senior scientist Mohammad Danish at the state met centre, the main reason behind this heatwave is the strong westerly winds coming from the desert region of Rajasthan. The weather conditions are likely to remain the same till Sunday. Thereafter, an easterly and westerly trough is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms, providing some relief from the scorching heat in the state. In line with the CMs instructions, the state Health Department released official guidelines on Saturday to make the public aware of the measures to be taken to prevent heatstroke. The guidelines included suggestions for avoiding exposure to extreme heat, staying hydrated, and recognising early symptoms of heat-related illnesses. Additionally, posters and pamphlets are being circulated across the state to educate people on safety precautions. Partha Sarathi Sen Sharma, Principal Secretary of the Department of Medical, Health, and Family Welfare, said that the officials were instructed to issue necessary guidelines to protect people from the extreme conditions. The guidelines talk about covering the body properly and opting for light-coloured, breathable clothing while stepping out of the house. Everyone is advised to carry an umbrella or wear sunglasses as protection against the blazing sun. Keep oneself hydrated with plenty of fluids like lemon water, shikanji, or coconut water throughout the day. Moreover, the guidelines also talk about the use of curtains or shades to block direct sunlight while being indoors. It adds: Take special care of children, the elderly, and those who are unwell, as they are more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Avoid stepping out between 12 noon and 4 pm, when temperatures are usually at their highest. Avoid consuming too much protein or stale food on an empty stomach. Never leave children or animals alone in parked vehicles under the sun. Also, reduce the intake of alcohol, tea, coffee, and carbonated drinks during this time. The Health Department, following instructions from the CM, circulated posters detailing symptoms of heat-related illnesses. These symptoms include a body temperature above 40 degrees Celsius, red and dry skin, dizziness, muscle weakness, shortness of breath, headache, anxiety, nausea, or vomiting. If anyone shows these signs, they should be immediately moved to a shaded area, given cold water to drink and cold water showers should also be given to the person struck with the heatwave. Emergency medical help should be called right away, the instructions said. Special guidelines have been issued for labourers and children. Workers at construction sites must be given regular breaks and access to cool, shaded areas. Heavy labour exercises should be scheduled during the morning or evening hours to avoid peak heat. Children should be prevented from playing outside during midday heat, dressed in loose, light clothing, and encouraged to drink plenty of water. It is crucial never to leave children alone inside parked vehicles in hot weather. CM Yogi ordered the immediate implementation of the Mitra System to monitor workers health, where colleagues watch out for each other and provide first aid if needed. Additionally, industries were instructed to insulate hot equipment. The Health and Medical Department and the National Health Mission have appealed to the public to stay vigilant during the heatwave and to seek immediate medical attention at the nearest health centre or call the ambulance service 108 on the appearance of serious symptoms.
UP Zoos Closed After Bird Flu Kills Two Big Cats, Tiger Reserves on Alert
Following the deaths of a tigress in Gorakhpur and a lion in Kanpur due to H5N1, the Central Zoo Authority has shut all zoos in UP till May 20 and issued alerts for tiger reserves.
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NIHSAD test report confirms bird flu as cause of Asiatic lion Pataudi's death at Kanpur zoo
LUCKNOW: The pathology report of Asiatic lion Pataudi , who died at Kanpur Zoo on Thursday, confirmed H5N1 (Avian Influenza) commonly known as bird flu, to be the cause of the felines demise. Pataudi was at Ashfaq Ullah Khan Zoo in Gorakhpur and was shifted to Kanpur Zoo for treatment on May 11 after a tigress named Shakti died of bird flu on May 7, causing a state-wide alert. Meanwhile, after test reports from the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases(NIHSAD), Bhopal, confirmed bird flu as the cause of Pataudis death late Thursday night, Kanpur Zoo cremated the tiger in an electric furnace. Samples of the liver, intestines, and saliva were preserved for further tests, and the entire process was video-recorded by the authorities. Notably, the zoos in Lucknow, Kanpur, and Gorakhpur, along with the Etawah Lion Safari, were shut till May 20 amid bird flu concerns. After Pataudis death, fogging and sanitisation were intensified near the animal enclosure and the entire premises of Kanpur zoo, said Kanpur Zoo ranger Naved Ikram. Moreover, additional samples from animals have been collected and sent for testing. As per the informed sources, Pataudi, 15, was brought to Etawah Lion Safari from Junagarh in Gujarat in September, 2019. After spending two years in Etawah Lion Safari, Pataudi was relocated in Gorakhpur zoo in 2021. The wildlife authorities claimed that the lion was under treatment of pancreatic and hepatic infections. For the last two days, the feline had stopped consuming food and was surviving only on water. He was administered with intravenous medication, and an examination of the animal was conducted by the veterinary doctors on Wednesday. According to Dr Nasir, who had been supervising the team of four veterinary doctors of the state animal husbandry department attending Pataudi, the lion had consumed a kg of chicken upon his arrival in Kanpur Zoo on May 11. However, he stopped eating anything from Tuesday onwards.
JNTUAs 14th Annual Convocation on Saturday
Emeritus Professor and former faculty member of IIT Kanpur M. R. Madhav, will deliver the Convocation Address
Nothing stands above nation: Kanpur University terminates MoU with Istanbul University
KANPUR: Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU) has announced the immediate termination of its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Istanbul University, Turkiye, officials said. The decision stems from Turkiye's perceived alignment with nations overtly hostile to India's sovereignty and territorial integrity, according to CSJMU authorities. CSJMU Vice-Chancellor (VC) Vinay Pathak confirmed he has sent a letter to Zulfikar, the Rector of Istanbul University, informing him of the termination. We have informed Istanbul University in writing of the unfortunate but necessary circumstances that the CSJMU formally terminates the MoU recently executed, Pathak stated. Pathak further elaborated, The decision stems directly from the grave geopolitical stance adopted by Turkiye in aligning itself with a nation that is overtly hostile to India's sovereignty and territorial integrity. He asserted, It is our firm belief that an institution associated, directly or tacitly, with a strategic ally of Pakistan cannot continue to be regarded as a credible academic collaborator. The vice-chancellor emphasised that while academic excellence is crucial, othing stands above the nation. Interacting with media persons, the VC explained that the MoU signed in November last year aimed to promote academic and research collaboration as well as faculty exchange. Under the agreement, students were expected to benefit from exposure to international academic standards, joint research initiatives, and innovation-driven programmes. In his letter, Pathak made it clear that CSJMU's international partnerships must align with India's sovereign and strategic interests. MANUU cancels academic MoU with Turkish university over Turkiye's alleged support for Pakistan In his capacity as president of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), Vinay Pathak has also issued an appeal to all fellow VCs and academic leaders across India. He urged them o rise above traditional academic boundaries and take a principled and patriotic stand. Pathak called for an immediate review and, if necessary, suspension or termination of any partnerships, MoUs, exchange programmes, or research ties with universities or institutions in Pakistan, Turkiye, and Bangladesh where there is clear evidence of support for anti-India views or terrorist propaganda. Let us send a resolute and dignified message to the world: India's academic institutions stand united in condemnation of terrorism and in defence of the nation's sovereignty. We will not cooperate with any entity that undermines the integrity of our country or endangers the lives of its people, Pathak said. India's trade relations with Turkiye are also expected to come under strain due to Ankara backing Islamabad and condemning Indian Armed Forces' Operation Sindoor following the Pahalgam terror attack . Indians are also boycotting Turkish goods and cancelling their trips to the West Asian country with online travel platforms, such as EaseMyTrip and Ixigo, issuing advisories against visiting these nations. Turkish apples off the shelves in Alwar's fruit markets as traders join Turkiye boycott call
Several Indian universities have ended academic ties with Turkish institutions. This decision follows national security concerns and Turkey's stance on India's territorial issues. Universities like JNU, Jamia Millia Islamia, LPU, MANUU, and Kanpur University have terminated MoUs. The Association of Indian Universities has advised reviewing collaborations with Pakistan, Turkey, and Bangladesh.
IIT Kanpur Assistant Project Manager Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline
TheIndian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 02 Assistant Project Manager posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Kanpur website. The last date to submit the application form is 21-05-2025.
Ex-def secy Ajay Kumar assumes charge as UPSC chairman
NEW DELHI: Former defence secretary Ajay Kumar on Thursday took the oath of office as chairman of the Union Public Service Commission. The oath was administered by Lt.Gen Raj Shukla (Retd.), the senior-most Member of the Commission. Having pursued a B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, Dr. Ajay Kumar has []
Asiatic lion Pataudi dies at Kanpur zoo amid bird flu scare; samples sent to NIHSAD for testing
LUCKNOW: Amid the growing threat of avian influenza, or bird flu, an Asiatic lion Pataudi died at the Kanpur zoo on Thursday morning, days after being brought in for treatment following the death of a tigress Shakti from the virus. Pataudi was brought to Kanpur zoo from Ashfaq Ullah Khan Zoological Park in Gorakhpur on May 11. Meanwhile, the Kanpur Zoo authorities sent the visceral samples of the feline to National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal for testing. The state wildlife authorities had already shut the three zoos, Lucknow, Kanpur, and Gorakhpur, along with the Etawah Lion Safari till May 20 as a precautionary measure amid the bird flu scare. Moreover, additional samples from animals have been collected and sent for testing. As per informed sources, Pataudi, aged 15, was brought to Etawah Lion Safari from Junagarh in Gujarat in September 2019. After spending two years at the safari, he was relocated to Gorakhpur Zoo in 2021. The wildlife authorities claimed that the lion was undergoing treatment for pancreatic and hepatic infections. For the last two days, the feline had stopped consuming food and was surviving only on water. He was administered intravenous medication, and a thorough examination was conducted by veterinary doctors on Wednesday. Pataudi was quarantined on suspicion of bird flu, and the Kanpur Zoo authorities have been ensuring continuous sanitisation of the entire premises. According to Dr. Nasir, who led a team of four veterinary doctors from the state animal husbandry department, Pataudi had consumed about a kilogram of chicken upon his arrival at Kanpur Zoo on May 11. However, he stopped eating anything from Tuesday onwards. While the Kanpur Zoo authorities are awaiting Pataudis test reports, veterinary experts from Bareillys Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) have expressed concerns that he might have contracted bird flu. His remains will be cremated following safety norms after final confirmation from the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal. Kanpur Zoo ranger Naved Ikram stated that all other animals were currently healthy and under strict veterinary observation. He added that everyone entering the wildlife enclosures had been instructed to wear PPE kits as a preventive measure
Is A New Hairline Worth Your Lifeline? Inside Kanpur's Growing Epidemic Of Botched Transplants
DRDO Develops Nanoporous Membrane for Sea Water Desalination
Kanpur-based DRDO lab creates advanced polymeric membrane for Indian Coast Guard ships, boosting Aatmanirbhar Bharat goals.
DRDO develops high-pressure polymeric membrane for sea water desalination
Defence Research and Development Organisation has successfully developed an indigenous nanoporous membrane. This membrane is for high-pressure sea water desalination. Defence Materials Stores and Research & Development Establishment, Kanpur developed it. The technology is for desalination plants in Indian Coast Guard ships. Initial trials were successful on an Offshore Patrolling Vessel. Final clearance awaits after 500 hours of operational testing.
'Food adulteration is a social crime,' says UP CM Yogi; calls for public shaming of offenders
LUCKNOW: Launching a renewed crackdown on those involved in food adulteration and the sale of counterfeit medicines, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday termed the menace a social crime, declaring that such acts would not be tolerated. In a strong deterrent measure, the CM called for the public identification of offenders by displaying their photos at major intersections to raise awareness and discourage others. Chairing a high-level review meeting of the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) department in Lucknow, Adityanath directed officials to take strict and decisive action against adulterators, fake medicine traders, and others under the states zero tolerance policy. He instructed that daily consumables such as oil, ghee, spices, milk, and cheese be tested rigorouslypreferably at production unitsto ensure quality. Special teams should be formed to carry out intensive checks of milk and dairy products with continuous monitoring, he said. Additionally, professional blood donors should be identified, and effective control should be established in this sector, he added. Public health is the state's top priority and it must be handled with full transparency and commitment. Officials informed the CM that the states network of food and drug laboratories had expanded significantly. Apart from six major divisions already in operation, new laboratories and offices have been established in Aligarh, Ayodhya, Azamgarh, Bareilly, Basti, Chitrakoot, Kanpur, Mirzapur, Moradabad, Prayagraj, Saharanpur, and Devi Patan divisions. Laboratory buildings in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Jhansi have also been upgraded, while three modern microbiology labs have been set up in Lucknow, Meerut, and Varanasi. These facilities are equipped for testing microorganisms, protozoa, viruses, bacteria, mycotoxins, and other pathogens. Testing is already underway in Lucknow and Meerut. The Chief Minister suggested the creation of a Corpus Fund to support the operation and maintenance of these laboratories. To tackle the fake drug trade effectively, Adityanath directed improved coordination between FSDA and police authorities to ensure better enforcement and drug quality checks. For transparency in the food safety process, FSDA has implemented a password-protected barcode system, allowing confidential and impartial sample analysis. Each sample is digitally tested by scientists and validated only after senior official approval. To boost public involvement, the department has introduced a mobile app called Food Safety Connect and a toll-free number (1800-180-5533). The CM instructed that a complaint be considered resolved only after the complainant expresses satisfaction. Significant progress has also been reported in the pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing sectors. Over the past three years, investment proposals worth 1,470 crore have been approved, generating direct employment for more than 3,340 people. There has also been a notable increase in pharmaceutical units, medical device production, blood banks, and retail medicine sellers across the state.
Bird flu scare in UP: Two more zoos shut, surveillance stepped up in poultry farms
LUCKNOW, May 14: The Uttar Pradesh government has ordered the closure of zoos in Lucknow and Kanpur for a week, a day after similar precautionary measures were taken in Gorakhpur and Etawah, following the detection of bird flu in a tigress that died at the Shaheed Ashfaqullah Khan Zoo in Gorakhpur, officials said Wednesday. Forest Minister Arun Kumar Saxena said surveillance has been intensified not just in zoos, but also in poultry farms across the state. The zoo shutdown [] The post Bird flu scare in UP: Two more zoos shut, surveillance stepped up in poultry farms appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Drones developed by IIT-Kanpur set for trials on May 25
LUCKNOW: With stealth, high-speed performance, and logistical muscle, two drones developed by IIT-Kanpur are set for final trials on 25 May, and may soon become a part of the Indian Armys UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) arsenal. Amid Operation Sindoor and the ongoing military stand-off between India and Pakistan, the strategic significance of homegrown drone technology has grown considerably. In response to the Ministry of Defences urgent directive to showcase advanced UAV prototypes, IIT-Kanpurs aerospace engineers have delivered two specialised models an FPV (First Person View) combat drone and a high-payload logistics drone tailored for modern warfare. Operation Sindoor marked a tactical shift in military strategy, highlighting the dominance of drone-led operations, where stealth, aerial autonomy and real-time surveillance proved decisive on the battlefield. According to Professor Abhishek from IIT-Kanpurs aerospace engineering department, Both models are equipped with stealth features and radar-evasive capabilities, making them ideal for deployment in hostile zones. The short-range FPV drone is designed for precision strikes and real-time reconnaissance. Weighing under 10 kg, it is capable of kamikaze missions and precision-targeted payload delivery. Built with an ultra-fast motor, compact frame, and a front-mounted high-definition camera, the drone can relay real-time visuals to ground controllers. This is a direct response to a formal request from the Indian Army, considering the evolving security environment, Prof Abhishek said. The intent was to develop high-impact performance in both tactical and logistic dimensions, and the trials on 25 May will be crucial. Capable of flying at speeds up to 120 kmph, the FPV drone has a flight endurance of up to 30 minutes and can function in signal-compromised or jammed environments. It is also equipped with obstacle avoidance algorithms, allowing it to manoeuvre through narrow urban lanes or mountainous tracks ideal for surgical strikes and enemy base infiltration. The second model, a high-payload logistics drone, is a robust multi-rotor UAV designed to lift up to 30 kg of cargo over a 40 km range. Engineered for high-altitude and disaster-prone zones, the drone can operate in diverse weather conditions and land on unprepared terrain. It is capable of transporting ammunition, food supplies, or medical kits secured with vibration-absorbing mounts. This drone is expected to significantly reduce the Armys reliance on manned helicopters for critical supplies to forward bases or stranded troops in dangerous areas. IIT-Kanpur has previously delivered around 30 drones to the Indian Army, some of which are currently in use in the northeastern sectors.
Dr. Ajay Kumar Appointed as New Chairman of UPSC
Dr. Ajay Kumar, a retired IAS officer and former Defence Secretary, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). His extensive experience in government roles and significant contributions to defence reforms and digital initiatives position him as a strategic leader for UPSC. With a strong educational background, including degrees from IIT Kanpur and the University of Minnesota, Dr. Kumar's leadership is expected to enhance the commission's transparency and efficiency. His term will last for six years or until he turns 65, as he takes on the responsibility of overseeing civil service examinations in India.
UP: Govt closes Etawah lion safari, zoos in Lucknow, Kanpur, Gorakhpur following bird flu outbreak
The Uttar Pradesh government ordered the closure of Etawah Lion Safari and zoos in Lucknow, Kanpur, and Gorakhpur for seven days after bird flu was confirmed in a dead tigress at Gorakhpur's Shaheed Ashfaqulla Khan Zoological Park.
Drones Made By IIT Kanpur Set For May 25 Trials, Likely To Be Deployed By Army Amid Op Sindoor
37-year-old Kanpur techie dies after hair transplant surgery
Vineet Kumar Dubey, an engineer, died after a hair transplant in Kanpur. His wife, Jaya Tripathi, filed a police complaint. She alleged medical negligence against the doctor. Police have registered a case and started investigations. They are reviewing the circumstances of Vineet's death. The doctor has been summoned for questioning. Further investigation is underway to determine the facts.
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The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has officially released the JEE Advanced 2025 Admit Card. Candidates who registered for this prestigious exam can now download their hall ticket from the official website, jeeadv.ac.in or directly via the login portal link provided here. The admit card is available for download till May 18, 2025, which [] The post JEE Advanced 2025 Admit Card Out: Download Hall Ticket @jeeadv.ac.in Now! appeared first on Testbook Blog .
Download IIT JEE Advanced Admit Card 2025 Now
The IIT Kanpur has released the admit card for the JEE Advanced 2025 examination. Candidates can download their admit cards starting May 11, 2025. The application process was open from April 23 to May 2, 2025, and the exam is set for May 18, 2025. This article provides essential details about important dates, application fees, eligibility criteria, and instructions for downloading the admit card. Stay informed to ensure a smooth examination process.
JEE Advanced 2025 Admit Cards Now Available for Download
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has made the admit cards for JEE Advanced 2025 available for eligible candidates. Scheduled for May 18, 2025, the exam consists of two mandatory papers. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website by entering their registration details. The provisional answer key will be released shortly after the exam, with final results expected in early June. For detailed instructions on downloading the admit card, read the full article.
IIT Kanpur to Release JEE Advanced 2025 Admit Cards Today
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is set to release the admit cards for the JEE Advanced 2025 today at 10:00 AM. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website. The exam will take place on May 18, 2025, consisting of two mandatory papers. The provisional answer key will be available shortly after the exam, with results expected on June 2. This article outlines the steps to download the admit card and provides essential exam details.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurates BrahMos production unit in Lucknow
LUCKNOW: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday virtually inaugurated the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility at the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor here. The Rs 300 crore facility is a key part of the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor and represents India's commitment to self-reliant defence manufacturing, the Ministry of Defence said. It includes not only missile production but also testing, integration, and a materials complex for aerospace-grade components. A major leap toward #AtmanirbharBharat and a strategic boost to regional industrial growth, the Ministry of Defence said on X. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of #BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow. https://t.co/4WLFMzlpEJ Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) May 11, 2025 The Uttar Pradesh government had said the facility will manufacture one of the world's fastest supersonic cruise missiles, with a range of 290 to 400 km and a top speed of Mach 2.8. The missile, a product of BrahMos Aerospace, a joint venture between India and Russia, can be launched from land, sea, or air and uses a fire and forget system. Completed in three-and-a-half years, the BrahMos production unit in Lucknow is spread over 80 hectares of land provided free of cost by the Uttar Pradesh government, the state government had said in the statement. The UP Defence Industrial Corridor, announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2018, has six nodes --- Lucknow, Kanpur, Aligarh, Agra, Jhansi, and Chitrakoot -- where major investments are being made to boost defence manufacturing. Uttar Pradesh is the second state after Tamil Nadu to establish a Defence Industrial Corridor, it added.
Delhi's hopes of rain-on-demand gather steam as cloud seeding plan gets go-ahead
The Delhi cabinet has approved cloud seeding trials to combat pollution, allocating approximately Rs 3.2 crore for the project. IIT Kanpur will oversee the implementation, with the initial trial planned for late May or June across 100 square kilometers.
Delhi Cabinet Approves Cloud-Seeding Trial Proposal To Tackle Air Pollution
The Delhi Cabinet on Wednesday approved a proposal to conduct five cloud-seeding trials to be overseen by IIT-Kanpur.
Red alert announced in Uttar Pradesh, mock drills conducted across state
LUCKNOW: A red alert was issued in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, with the administration conducting mock drills across the state to prepare for any eventuality. The move follows air strikes carried out under Operation Sindoor, in which Indian defence forces targeted and destroyed terrorist camps and infrastructure at nine locations inside Pakistan. UP DGP Prashant Kumar, while announcing red alert, asked the state police authorities to work in tandem with Army and the India Air Force to ensure security of significant installation in the state. Claiming that state police were in alert mode and ready to provide security to citizens, the DGP said that the security of important religious and other establishments was spruced up in the state. While security was enhanced with the deployment of over 600 police personnel in and around Kashi Vishwanath Corridor in Varanasi, the police authorities increased patrolling and vigilance at Shree Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura and around the upcoming Ram temple in Ayodhya. The Babri litigant Iqbal Ansari prayed for Indian Army saying that with the grace of Allah, the Indian forces would answer the evil designs of Pakistan and name it as Hindustan. For the demonic forces like Pakistan, Lord Ram is needed. Pakistan has been responded in such a language that it will never forget, said Ansari. Additionally, security was heightened at key locations including Varanasi Airport, Kanpur Central Railway Station, and the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, with intensive vehicle checks underway. This marks the first red alert issued in the state in decades. It was during 1971 war that the state was kept on red alert. After that, it is the first such occasion when a red alert has been declared, says former UP DGP Sulkhan Singh. As per UP police authorities, red alert is warning system which indicates at emergency situation. People are asked to be alert and follow administrations instructions during a terror threat or war like situation. It is mandatory to follow the Red Alert as it is meant for the security of citizens, says a senior police official. Meanwhile, reacting to the Operation Sindoor, UP CM Yogi Adityanath congratulated the Armed Forces , SP chief Akhilesh Yadav took to X to post in Sanskrit: Parakramo Vijyate (courage wins). On the other, former CM and Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati called Operation Sindoor, a commendable act of pride. However, post-Operation Sindoor, celebrations were reported from different districts across UP. While fireworks were seen in Sambal and Chandausi, people played Holi with colours and distributed sweets in Gonda. In Varanasi, locals , traders and businessmen posed with lemon and chillies to keep the countrys army safe from evil eye and burst firecrackers. At the same time, the mock drill was conducted in various districts, including Varanasi, Chitrakoot, Kanpur, Lakhimpur Kheri, Ghaziabad and Moradabad, of the state on Wednesday. Residents of Varanasi were trained on how to protect themselves during an attack, with sirens sounding to simulate real-time emergency alerts. Civilians were also trained in dousing the fire. Scenes of a stampede were recreated during a mock drill, and people were told how to save themselves in such a situation. They were also imparted training in giving Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in case of an emergency. In Chitrakoot, scenes of air strikes were recreated and the people were told how to cope with it. In Ghaziabad and Moradabad, people were told to lie down on the ground covering their ears, soon after hearing the sirens. While the Union government had identified 19 districts of UP for mock drill but the state administration decided to conduct it across all the districts.
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TheIndian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Scientist posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Kanpur website. The last date to submit the application form is 14-05-2025.
Civil defence volunteers rehearse emergency response in Lucknow ahead of nationwide mock drill
LUCKNOW: A day before the scheduled mock drill mandated by the Union government, civil defence volunteers conducted a rehearsal at the Lucknow police lines on Tuesday to strengthen emergency preparedness. Meanwhile, UP DGP Prashant Kumar, on Tuesday, said that comprehensive civil defence mock drills would be conducted across all districts on Wednesday in compliance of the instructions received from the Government of India. The exercise, which involved around 200 civil defence volunteers, was aimed at training volunteers in managing large-scale emergencies and responding effectively to potential missile or air attacks. According to Chief Warden, Civil Defence Lucknow, Amarnath Mishra, the participants demonstrated coordinated responses to sirens, evacuation procedures, and protective measures designed to minimise panic and chaos during emergencies. The drill focused on practical techniques to protect civilians during missile strikes and air attacks, along with educating the public on how to safeguard themselves in such situations, Mishra added. The development comes a day after the Union Home Ministry's directives to states to conduct mock drills on May 7 to enhance civil defence preparedness. The Union Home Ministry asked the states to operationalise air raid warning sirens and train civilians to protect themselves in the event of a hostile attack. The states have also been directed to update and rehearse evacuation plans, crash blackout measures, and early camouflaging of vital plants and installations. Interacting with media persons, the UP DGP Prashant Kumar said that the Centre had identified 19 districts-- one placed in Category 1, two in Category 2 and the remaining 16 in Category 3-- for the exercise. Bulandshahr in western UP has been kept in Category 1; Agra, Kanpur, Lucknow, Bakshi Ka Talab, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Meerut, Prayagraj, Moradabad, Bareilly, Mathura, Ghaziabad, Jhansi, Saharanpur, Sarsawan, and Chandauli are there in Category 2; Baghpat and Muzaffarnagar, both western UP districts, have been kept in Category 3. However, keeping the preparedness in mind and also considering the local sensitivities, the state government has decided to conduct the mock drill across all the state districts, said the DGP. He explained that the exercise would involve coordinated participation from multiple agencies, including the police administration, fire services, and disaster response agencies, to cope with disasters and other critical situations. The mock drill is imperative to ensure better coordination and readiness among all response agencies, said Prashant Kumar. Meanwhile, DG Civil Defence, Abhay Prasad also confirmed the instructions received from the Centre, explaining preparations were already underway to equip civilians with the knowledge and readiness needed in case of any future conflict. He said the mock drill would be conducted between 7 pm to 9 pm on Wednesday. At present, the state Civil Defence department has offices in 15 districts but covers 26 districts through its network. As part of the initiative, an assessment of emergency medical infrastructure, response time, and coordination between various agencies would be assessed in the event of mass casualties and large-scale evacuations. The drill would also foster greater public awareness and resilience in times of national crisis, said a senior state government official.
Rahul Gandhi meets family of Navy officer Lt Narwal killed in Pahalgam terror attack
CHANDIGARH: Senior Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi met the family members of Navy officer Lt Vinay Narwal, who was killed in the terror attack in Pahalgam. Sources said that Rahul Gandhi reached Narwal's residence in Karnal, Haryana, in the afternoon to express condolences. He was accompanied by Haryana Congress president Udai Bhan, MP from Rohtak, Deepender Singh Hooda, MLA Indu Raj Narwal, Youth Congress president Divyanshu Budhiraja, Bhupinder Lather, besides other leaders. He spent around one and a half hours with Narwal's family. Deepender Singh Hooda said Rahul Gandhi first paid floral tributes to Narwals portrait and spent most of the time with his family in private. Last week, Rahul had visited another family of a victim in the terror attack in Kanpur. Meanwhile, a prayer meeting was held in memory of the navy officer in Karnal on May 4. It was attended by Suman Saini, wife of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. Today is a deeply sorrowful day, the family lost their beloved son, and I pray to God to give them strength. The terror attack of April 22 is beyond condemnation. The entire nation mourns this loss, she had said. Earlier, CM Saini had announced financial aid of Rs 50 lakh and a government job for a member of Narwals family. Last month, Vinay Narwals last rites were performed in Karnal with his father, Rajesh Narwal, and maternal uncle leading the ceremony in front of hundreds of mourners. His father had said the family had faith in the government and hoped for justice. The loss was unbearable and irreplaceable, he said. Twenty-six tourists were killed and several were injured when terrorists opened fire at a meadow near the popular tourist town of Pahalgam in south Kashmir on April 22.
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Kanpur Fire: Couple, their three children killed in blaze at five-storey building near Chaman Ganj
Couple, their three children killed in Kanpur building fire
A A couple and their three minor daughters died in a major fire that broke out in Kanpur's Chamanganj area on the wee hours of Monday. The four-storey building houses shoe manufacturing units on its first and second floors, the police said. Firefighters took several hours to gain access to the fourth floor where the family lived. The bodies of the couple, Mohammad Danish 45, Nazneen Saba, 42, were retrieved from the fourth floor at around 1 am, while those of their daughters -- Sara, 15, Simra, 12, and Inaya, 7, -- were found on the same floor at around 6 am, said Additional DCP (Central) Rajesh Srivastava. They were all rushed to the Ursula Horseman Memorial Hospital, where the doctors declared them brought dead. According to police, the neighbours noticed huge flames and thick smoke emanating from the building on Sunday night and alerted the fire department and police. Preliminary probe suggests that the fire started in the basement and engulfed the first and second floors before being noticed by the neighbours, Rajesh Srivastava told PTI. Initial suspicions point towards a possible short circuit or faults in the internal wiring, potentially originating from the floors where the shoe factory was operating, the ACP said. Police also said that the fire led to blasts in a couple of domestic LPG cylinders that worsened the situation. State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams were also called to help the firefighters in the operation. People from nearby buildings have been evacuated, the police said.
Kanpur Fire Tragedy: Couple, 3 Daughters Die in Blaze at Residential Building
Fire erupts in five-storey Chamanganj building; suspected short circuit, LPG blasts worsen blaze
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UP: Massive fire engulfs Kanpur building, Family of five killed
Kanpur: A 45-year-old man and his wife died in a massive fire that broke out at a five-storey building in Chamanganj area of Uttar Pradeshs Kanpur, police said on Monday. Huge flames engulfed the entire building located in the Prem Nagar area. The five-storey structure houses a shoe manufacturing factory on its first and second Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Family Of 5 Feared Dead In Kanpur Building Fire: Cops
A 45-year-old man and his wife died in a massive fire that broke out at a five-storey building in Chamanganj area of Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur, police said on Monday.
Couple killed in fire at five-storey building in Kanpur, 3 children feared dead
A devastating fire in Kanpur's Chamanganj area claimed the lives of a 45-year-old man and his wife, with their three daughters feared dead. The blaze engulfed a five-storey building housing a shoe factory, hindering rescue efforts. Investigations are underway to determine the cause, with a short circuit suspected, and LPG cylinder blasts worsened the situation.
Massive fire breaks out at six-storey building in Kanpur, dousing operations underway
A major fire erupted in a six-story leather factory in Kanpur's Chaman Ganj on Sunday, trapping five family members. Firefighters are battling the blaze as thick smoke billows from the building, causing widespread panic. Chief Fire Officer Deepak Sharma confirmed the incident, and Mayor Pramila Pandey stated that rescue efforts are underway to save those trapped.
16 men rescued from bonded labour in MP's Guna district; nine arrested, search underway for three
BHOPAL: At least 16 men from multiple states, who were held captive and forced to work as bonded labourers by powerful individuals, have been rescued by authorities in Madhya Pradeshs Guna district. The men were freed from various locations including private homes, agricultural fields, roadside dhabas, cowsheds, and brick kilns, where they had been kept in inhuman conditions. According to officials, they were subjected to severe abuse, including electric shocks, whenever they attempted to escape or resisted working without pay. The rescued individuals, aged between 20 and 65, hail from several states including Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Maharashtra. Many of the victims are reportedly mentally disturbed due to prolonged torture, inadequate food, and physical abuse. Some have been admitted to the Guna district hospital for treatment. Once their condition stabilizes, they will be moved to the Apna Ghar shelter home in neighbouring Shivpuri district. Efforts are underway to trace their families, and the men will be reunited with them based on information gathered during the rescue operation. Acting on specific intelligence inputs about elderly men being held as bonded labourers, joint teams of the Guna district administration, labour department, and police launched a rescue operation on Saturday and freed 16 individuals from captivity in several villages of Chachoura region, including Binaganj, Jaisinghpura, and Chak Patodi. The men had been held in inhuman conditions by powerful local families and forced to work without pay in agricultural fields, cowsheds, and roadside eateries. Many of them were found in tattered clothing and visibly malnourished. The rescued men Among the rescued was 60-year-old Rama from Gujarat, a former schoolteacher who once taught English and Mathematics to Class X students in Ahmedabad. Around two decades ago, he began a religious pilgrimage on foot from Shirdi to Mathura. While passing through Binaganj in Guna district, he was reportedly abducted by a local family and forced into bonded labour on farms and cattle sheds for 19 years. Another victim, 32-year-old Virendra Yadav from Unchahar in Uttar Pradeshs Rae Bareli district, had previously worked at NTPC plants and even ran his own sweet shop. While travelling through Madhya Pradesh some years ago, he was allegedly abducted by a man named Bhura and held captive in Binaganj. He was forced to work without wages, tending to cattle in a cowshed owned by a powerful family. Also rescued was 65-year-old Vimal Kumar from Fatehpur district in UP. He was travelling from Kanpur to Indore by car when his vehicle broke down. A man identified as Bittu offered him help but instead handed him over to another family. Vimal was then held captive and forced into bonded labour. When he attempted to escape, he was brutally assaulted and subjected to electric shocks. Authorities have initiated legal action against those responsible. Meanwhile, efforts are underway to provide medical treatment, counselling, and eventual rehabilitation of the rescued men. The middle-aged and elderly men, who had been forced into bonded labour by powerful individuals in several villages for years, have been freed, said Guna District Police Superintendent Ankit Soni. Cases have been registered against 12 individuals under various sections of the BNS, including Sections 127(4), 127(6), 143(2), 146, 115(2), 351(2), and 3(5). Nine of the accused have already been arrested, and a search is underway for the remaining three. In light of reports suggesting that more bonded labourers may still be held captive by influential individuals in other villages, the Guna district administration has vowed to continue its crackdown on such exploitative practices.
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IIT-K roped in for cloud-seeding trials to check pollution in Delhi
NEW DELHI: A week after announcing that cloud-seeding trials will be discussed at the next Delhi cabinet meeting, a senior environment department official on Saturday said that Indian Institute of Technology-Kanpur has been given the responsibility to execute the plan. Each cloud-seeding will cost around Rs 1.5 crore. If the proposal is approved, the government is expected to transfer funds directly to the institute. They (IIT-K) have already worked on technical aspects. If the proposal gets cabinet approval, no-objection certificates will be sought from 13 departments whose permissions are required to conduct the trial. The government will do the funding, the official said, adding that after the initial test run, scientific evaluations would be conducted. A total of 13 NOCs will be required from key agencies such as the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and the Airports Authority of India. Once approved, it will be shared with all relevant departments for no-objection certificates. We aim to conduct the first trial during peak summer on the outskirts of Delhi, Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa had earlier said. He had also said that the government was ramping up its pollution control measures using advanced technologies such as digitisation, artificial intelligence-based monitoring, and 24x7 surveillance at pollution hotspots. What is cloud-seeding? An experiment to assess whether it can successfully enhance precipitation, potentially addressing water scarcity or improving air quality Involves introducing substances like silver iodide or dry ice into clouds Substances act as nuclei, providing a surface for water vapour to condense and form ice crystals, which can then grow into raindrops or snowflakes Why Trials conducted Particularly useful in areas facing drought or water shortages Can increase snow accumulation, providing water source during spring melt Can be used to suppress hail formation Inducing rainfall can help to wash pollutants out of the atmosphere, potentially improving air quality
Cloud-seeding trials in Delhi may cost Rs 1.5 crore each, IIT Kanpur to handle operations: Official
The Delhi Environment Department is set to propose cloud-seeding trials in the next cabinet meeting, with each trial estimated to cost Rs 1.5 crore. IIT Kanpur will spearhead the initiative, managing all aspects from planning to execution. The government aims to conduct the first trial during peak summer on Delhi's outskirts, pending necessary approvals and NOCs from various departments.
Parents Catch Son, Girlfriend Having Chowmein, Thrash Them In Public
A 21-year-old man and his 19-year-old girlfriend were thrashed in public by the former's parents in Kanpur on Friday.
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IIT-Kanpur Tasked With Developing AI To Clean Yamuna, Ease Congestion
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to grant martyr status to the 26 victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, following a request from the family of Shubham Dwivedi, who died in the attack. Gandhi met with Dwivedi's family in Kanpur, where they expressed their desire for martyr status for all the victims.
Pahalgam terror attack: PM Modi must act strongly, not dilly dally, says Rahul Gandhi
NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on Wednesday that those responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack must pay the price for what they have done and Prime Minister Narendra Modi must act strongly now and not dilly dally on the action. Addressing the media at the AICC headquarters here, the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha said those behind the Pahalgam attack must also be made to realise they cannot do this to India. He said the government has the opposition's 100 per cent support and Modi has to take action and not dilly-dally. The prime minister has to take action. Action has to be clear and strong. The prime minister must not dilly dally and needs to act. He can act in whatever time frame he thinks necessary, Gandhi said. Noting that people have been killed in cold-blooded manner in Pahalgam and the prime minister should not waste time and should act now to tell them that India is not going to tolerate this kind of nonsense. People have been killed in a cold-blooded manner, and it is pretty clear who is responsible for this. The people who are responsible for this must pay the price. The Prime Minister must take decisive and strong action without delay or confusion, he said, noting that the action has to be clear and strong and without any confusion. The prime minister must not dilly-dally or waste time; instead, he should make it very clear that India is not going to tolerate this nonsense. He needs to act, Gandhi also said. He can act in whatever time-frame he thinks necessary but he needs to act soon. The perpetrators must be held accountable, and the prime minister should act firmly, he noted, and said the people who have done this need to pay a price. Pahalgam fallout: Opposition will support whatever action Centre takes, says Rahul Gandhi in Srinagar Gandhi said those behind this attack have to pay for this and hey have to pay for it properly and not in some half-hearted way, so that they remember that they cannot do this with India. He also asserted that the entire opposition is in support of the government and have said that what has happened is not acceptable. The Congress MP also said he met the family of a victim of the Pahalgam attack in Kanpur and they want they should be given a martyr status. Today I met a victim's family in Kanpur. They asked me to send a message to Narendra Modi through you. On behalf of all those families, I want to say to the Prime Minister - 'Prime Minister, they have said that our children have been martyred. We want you to give them the status of a martyr and give them respect'. Gandhi visited the family members of Shubham Dwivedi in Kanpur , who was among the 26 people killed in the Pahalgam terror attack, and said the opposition is demanding a special session of Parliament to ensure the victims get justice. Earlier, Gandhi and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge had written to Modi, demanding a special session of Parliament in the wake of the Pahalgam attack.
Rahul Gandhi meets family of Pahalgam attack victim in U.P.s Kanpur
Calls for special Parliament session; Congress seeks martyr status for deceased, urges stern action against perpetrators
Rahul Gandhi meets Pahalgam victim's family in UP
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the family of Shubham Dwivedi, one of the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, and called for a special session of Parliament to ensure justice for the victims. Gandhi, along with the opposition, has demanded the government take strict action against the terrorists and provide justice to the bereaved families. He met with Dwivedi's family in Kanpur and expressed his condolences, emphasizing the need for a united front against terrorism. The Congress has also issued statements calling for a strong response to the attack and demanding accountability for the perpetrators.
