From Ravana to present-day IITians: All carry Kanwar of hope, devotion and gratitude
LUCKNOW: The roads are inundated not only with the heavy rainwater or the swelling rivers, but also with the sea of saffron -- palpable with Kanwariyas taking the pious Ganga Jal rushing to their destination to offer it to their Isht (the presiding deity) Lord Shiva. Transcending through the ages, when Ravana, believed to be the first Kanwariya, or Parashumram (one of the incarnations of Lord Vishnu) or even Lord Ram himself, carried the sacred waters of the River Ganga in Kanwar to offer it to Lord Shiva to give him relief from the burning sensation of the poison he had consumed. It is believed that he stopped the poison in his throat that emerged from the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean by the Gods and Demons). Present day, IITians, engineers, or even NSG commandos are carrying the legacy of Kanwar Yatra forward. This year, over six crore devotees are expected to join the Kanwar Yatra. With the advent of the holy month of Shrawan, lakhs of devotees set out barefoot with Kanwars on their shoulders, heading toward Shiva temples with unwavering faith. Each Kanwariya carries Gangajal, and a personal story of devotion, hope, and gratitude, proceeding to their destination to offer it to their 'Isht' Lord Shiva on the day of Shrawan Shivaratri on July 23. Saket, 25, a pass out from IIT-Kanpur, is rushing towards barefoot to Barabanki carrying Kanwar on his shoulders to offer it to Lodheshwar Mahadev. Saket is now working at an MNC in Gurugram and has availed leave to join the Kanwar Yatra. I have been taking part in Kanwar Yatra for two years, said Saket, sharing that he is a Shiva devotee. He is carrying the Ganga Jal from Haridwar. Similarly, Ajay Kushwaha, a constable in the UP police, has rejoined the Kanwar Yatra this year after seven years. I got ill and had taken the vow to join the Kanwar Yatra after recovery, he said. In the crowd of Kanwariyas, an NSG commando was also seen carrying the Kanwar but he desisted from sharing his details. Some pray for healing, others for jobs, and some walk in fulfilment of past vows. An unflinching devotion to Lord Shiva fuels their faith. Sapna from Unnao had been battling with despair after her daughter was diagnosed with severe pneumonia. Doctors had said it was the last stage. In desperation, she vowed to Lord Shiva that if her daughter recovered, she would carry a Kanwar. She went to Haridwar with her ailing daughter, family members, and a walker to carry the child. Since the commencement of the Yatra, her daughter hasnt needed any medication. Its been five days. Shes smiling, eating, and not in pain. Mahadev has heard our prayers, said Sapna. Other Kanwariyas along the way have also stepped in to help care for the child. Shweta from Ghaziabad brought Gangajal from Haridwar alongside her 1.5-year-old daughter. After four years of marriage and repeated medical consultations, she remained childless. When all doors seemed closed, I prayed to Mahadev, she recalled. Soon after, she got pregnant. This yatra is indeed her way of fulfilling that promise. Now my daughter is healthy, and Im walking with her to thank Bhole Nath, she said. Sumit, 15, from Ghazipur, is on his second Kanwar yatra. He is carrying Gangajal from Kashi to Chitara. While he seeks divine help to pass his Class 12 exams, his larger hope is to spark a change in his village. Theres no educational culture in our village. No one studies. No one gets job. Im praying to Lord Shiva to bring that change, said Vineet. Similarly, Pradeep Maurya, 25, from Jaunpur, is walking 120 km with his Kanwar. Years ago, he frequently fainted without reason. Doctors couldn't help with the issue. After I joined Kanwar Yatra, things changed. Now I am healthy. This is my fourth consecutive Yatra, he shared. Babli, from the Bhopura border in Delhi, walks with her 8-year-old grandson. She hopes Lord Shiva will help her family repay Rs 7-8 lakh in debt incurred during her sons weddings. Her yatra began on July 13 in Haridwar. She would reach Delhi by July 22. Each step in the Kanwar Yatra is a step in faitha prayer, a vow, or a quiet hope carried across hundreds of miles towards Lord Shiva.
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Indias Old Trafford Test Legacy
The fourth Rothesay Test between England and India begins on July 23 at Old Trafford, Manchester. Indias narrow loss in the third Test has turned this match into a virtual do-or-die contest. Old Trafford, located south of Manchester city centre, forms a famous sporting duo with the other Old Trafford. It has hosted Test matches since 1884, making it one of Englands oldest cricket grounds. Originally opened in 1857 as the home of the Manchester Cricket Club, it has served as the home ground of Lancashire County Cricket Club since 1864. During British rule, the Indian city of Kanpur was referred to as the Manchester of India due to its remarkable industrial growth. Old Trafford lost its Test status in 2009, prompting extensive redevelopment to increase capacity and modernize its facilities. Since 2013, it has been known as Emirates Old Trafford, following a sponsorship deal with Emirates Airline. To raise funds, the club regularly hosts various events at the venue. Iconic Test Cricket Moments at Old Trafford: Jim Lakers 19/90 vs Australia (1956): The first and only instance of a bowler taking 19 wickets in a Test match. First-ever one-day cricket match (1963): The Gillette Cup launched with a match on May 1. Sachin Tendulkars first Test century (1990): A memorable 119* at age 17. Shane Warnes Ball of the Century (1993): Bowled to Mike Gatting in the Ashes. Double 100th Test milestone (2000): Mike Atherton and Alec Stewart both reached 100 Tests against the West Indies. Bio-secure venue (2020): Used during the pandemic for matches against West Indies and Pakistan. Only English Test ground with two abandoned Tests: Matches in 1890 and 1938 were washed out without a ball bowled. Pitch rotated 90 (20052013): Solved visibility issues due to the setting sun by shifting the square to a north-south axis. Old Trafford Stats: Capacity:19,000 Floodlights:Yes Overall England Test Record:Played 84 Won 33, Lost 15, Drawn 36 India at Old Trafford: Played:9 Lost:4 Drawn:5 Wins:0 India is yet to register a Test victory at Old Trafford. Only one Test has been played here by India since 2000. Notable Indian Performances atOld Trafford Sachin Tendulkar: Scored his maiden international century (119*) in 1990. No Indian has scored a Test hundred here since. MS Dhoni (2014): Gritty 71 amid a collapse, though India lost by an innings and 54 runs. Varun Aaron (2014): Bouncer broke Stuart Broads nose. Farokh Engineer (19681977): Played for Lancashire, became club vice-president, and featured in the Rest of the World XI in 1970. Highest Indian Team Score: 432 in 1990 Azharuddin top-scored with a sublime 179. Lowest Indian Score: 58 in 1952 lost by an innings and 207 runs. Will India script history and win its first-ever Test at the fortress of English cricket in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy? North End:James Anderson End Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score South End:Brian Statham End
Banks need to build resilience against cyber threat: DFS Secretary
Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju urged banks to strengthen cybersecurity measures amidst rising cyber threats. The 'Code Against Malware' hackathon, a collaboration between DFS, IBA, IIT Kanpur, and PNB, challenged students to develop endpoint security solutions using AI and behavioral analysis. PNB's MD and CEO, Ashok Chandra, emphasized the bank's dedication to innovation and industry-academia collaboration.
Delhi to conduct cloud seeding trials in September to combat air pollution: Environment Minister
The trials, earlier planned for early July, were postponed after inputs from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), IIT-Kanpur, and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, indicated that weather conditions in July were not conducive for effective seeding
JEE Advanced 2025 Scorecards Released By IIT Kanpur, Here's How to Download
Conducted annually by one of the top IITs or IISc Bangalore, JEE Advanced is the second phase of the Joint Entrance Examination and is open only to the qualifiers from JEE Main.
JEE Advanced 2025 scorecard released at jeeadv.ac.in: Direct link to download here
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has released the JEE Advanced 2025 scorecards on jeeadv.ac.in. Candidates can download their results using registration number and date of birth. The exam was held for admission to undergraduate engineering courses at 23 IITs. Qualified students are now participating in JoSAA counselling for seat allocation.
JEE Advanced Score Card 2025 Out at jeeadv.ac.in How to check Score Card Here
JEE Advanced Score Card 2025 - The Score Card of Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur 2025 is released for Advanced at jeeadv.ac.in and all the concerned candidates can look up for the JEE Advanced Score Card 2025 online. All those who took the JEE Advanced Score Card 2025 (Advanced) can view their JEE Advanced Score Card 2025 through Online mode. Candidates will not be informed about the JEE Advanced Score Card 2025 through any offline modes. For more details on the JEE Advanced Score Card 2025, read this article.
IIT Kanpur Project Manager Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline
TheIndian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 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 23-07-2025.
IIT Kanpur Senior Project Mechanic Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline
TheIndian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Senior Project Mechanic posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Kanpur website. The last date to submit the application form is 23-07-2025.
UP campaign brings Jaunpurs Pili and Kanpurs Noon rivers on revival course
11 cops suspended for extortion, assault of livestock trader in Kanpur
LUCKNOW: In a case of blatant corruption, 11 Police Response Vehicle (PRV) personnel, accused of attacking livestock trader Mohammad Uzair and extorting Rs 10,000 from him, were suspended in Kanpur. Those cops left their assigned spot to extort money from the trader and assaulted him. The incident took place on July 12. Following a formal complaint, authorities initiated an investigation and found the cops involved in the case. This led them to order the suspension of 11 personnel on Monday for allegedly assaulting and extorting money from the trader from Aligarh. The preliminary enquiry was conducted by the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) South and the probe established the culpability of the cops. The suspension was implemented based on the initial findings and now a comprehensive investigation is underway by the Assistant Commissioner of Police. As per the sources, on July 12, livestock trader Mohammad Uzair and driver Laxman were transporting animals from Sarsaul to Aligarh when they were reportedly attacked and robbed of Rs 10,000 by PRV personnel in the Chakeri area under Barra police station jurisdiction. As per the complainant, while crossing Barra Cut Flyover by Arjun Eye Hospital on the highway, personnel from Chakeri's PRV 7058 halted him from behind demanding payment for animal transportation. Subsequently, PRV units 6504 and 7055 from Hanumant Vihar police station arrived at the scene. The personnel from all three PRVs insisted on a payment of 500 rupees per cop for passage. Upon his refusal to comply, the personnel forcibly removed him from their vehicle, assaulted him, and departed after issuing threats. The victims then reported the incident to the police. Acting on a complaint given by the animal trader, DCP South Deependra Nath Chaudhary conducted the probe, and he confirmed that the investigation found the cops guilty. He said that such behaviour dented the police department's reputation. The subsequent investigation established that PRV 7058 from Chakeri police station, operated by Constable Atul Sachan, initially intercepted the animal trader's vehicle. The unit included Head Constable Rishirajan, Constables Hariom Singh and Rinki Rani. PRV 7055 from Hanumant Vihar had Head Constables Ajay Kumar Yadav and Anand Kumar, with Constable Umashankar Dixit. Additionally, PRV 6504 from the same station was driven by Head Constable Pradeep Kumar, accompanied by Amir Hasan, Constable Sonu Yadav, and Aradhana. All involved cops have been suspended.
Abhishek Kumar, an IIT-Kanpur and IIM-Ahmedabad alumnus, left Goldman Sachs to address security guard issues. He worked as a guard to understand their challenges. This led to MyGate, a security and community management app. Vijay Arisetty and Shreyans Daga joined him. The app improved security and reduced manual work.
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CM Yogi Adityanath says religious conversions a deep conspiracy, wont be tolerated
LUCKNOW: CM Yogi Adityanath on Saturday termed illegal religious conversions a calculated conspiracy to undermine the nations identity and destroy social fabric, asserting that Uttar Pradesh government was taking firm action to curb it. Yogi referred to the recent case of Balrampur where a large-scale illegal conversion racket backed by foreign funding was unearthed. The CM revealed that the suspicious transactions of over Rs 100 crore was found across 40 accounts with pre-determined rates for conversion. He termed it a grave threat to economic and social security of the state and the nation. Some forces are deliberately trying to alter the fundamental character of the country through unlawful conversions. This is an attack on social cohesion and cannot be tolerated under any circumstances, the CM said while addressing the flagging-off ceremony of Shri Tegh Bahadur Sandesh Yatra dedicated to 350th Shaheedi Varsh of the Sikh Guru. Yogi underlined that marginalised communities, particularly Scheduled Castes, were being lured and coerced into changing their religion. He emphasised that such acts were against the spirit of the Constitution and the principle of social equality. The Yatra, which commenced from Lucknow, will pass through Kanpur, Etawah, and Agra before culminating at Chandni Chowk and the historic Sheeshganj Gurudwara in Delhithe site of Guru Tegh Bahadurs martyrdom. A commemorative memento was also presented to the CM to mark the occasion. The CM said 350-year-old legacy of Guru Tegh Bahadur martyrdom was being revived through this yatra, serving as a powerful reminder of oppression and atrocities under Aurangzebs rule. He noted that the Mughal ruler sought to suppress Sanatan Dharma and impose Islamic dominance. In the face of tyranny, Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji chose martyrdom over compromise, standing firm on the path of righteousness, the CM said. His martyrdom continues to inspire future generations with its message of unwavering faith and courage. The entire yatra is rooted in the tradition of sacrifice and resilience. As we commemorate Shaheedi Diwas, we are reminded of the immense struggles and sacrifices that paved the way for India to emerge as a free and strong nation, he added. Yogi stressed the need to preserve the legacy of sacrifice set by Sikh Gurus and to resist attempts to divide Hindus and Sikhs. Such conspiracies have been attempted before and will continue to surface, but we must remain vigilant and united, he said. Shaheedi Diwas inspired people to carry forward Gurus legacy and adapt it to modern-day strategies to ensure no community or individual was ever forced to abandon their culture or religion, Yogi added.
Kindness on the Wheels : Shiv Sewak Samitis free ride service eases Baltal trek for pilgrims
Kanpur-based volunteer group wins hearts with eco-friendly transport for elderly, ailing yatris
IIT Kanpur to develop avalanche victim detection system for Army
Tier-II cities in India, particularly in North India, are experiencing a real estate boom, outpacing metropolitan areas in property value appreciation. Lucknow and Kanpur lead with significant year-on-year capital appreciation, driven by strong demand and affordable rates.
Lucknow diary | Shuklas eagerly wait for Shubhanshus return
As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla inches closer to his return from the International Space Station (ISS), the sense of anticipation is palpable back home in lucknow. The Shuklas, grappling with anxiety during Shubhanshus historic lift-off a fortnight ago, are a bit relaxed now, thanks largely to hubhanshus calm composure and reassuring presence, even from space. The family is happy getting calls from him almost daily. They say he sounds confident. Thats reassuring to the family and makes the wait for his return bearable. The Axion-4 mission entered its 14th day on Wednesday, which means Shukla can now return any day next week. 2 claimants to the chair of Chief Medical Officer The post of Chief Medical Officer of Kanpur is at the centre of high drama played out by claimants. One is dr hari dutt Nemi, the previously suspended CMO. The other is dr Uday Nath, the incumbent CMO. The ruckus began when dr Nemi, who was suspended last month, returned to the office on Wednesday morning and occupied the CMO chair, claiming he got a high Court stay on his suspension. dr Nath hurried to the office, only to find Nemi already seated. A bristling Nath pulled a nearby chair and set up his office in the same room. They even dueled verbally. eventually, Nath shifted to the additional CMOs room. Over 37.21 crore saplings planted in 12-hour drive Uttar Pradesh witnessed another record-breaking feat when 37.21 crore saplings were planted during a 12-hour plantation drive, breaking last years record of 36.5 crore saplings. CM Yogi Adityanath kicked off the campaign -- ek Ped Maa Ke Naam by planting harishankari (peepal, pakar, and banyan) saplings in Ayodhya, Azamgarh and Gorakhpur. A plantation was carried out along the expressways, national and state highways, service lanes, and along rivers and tributaries under the Pavitra dhara Vriksharopan initiative to restore the ecological flow of the rivers. Teak and Sheesham saplings were mainly used on the day. Namita Bajpai Our correspondent in Uttar Pradesh namita.bajpai@ newindianexpress.com
IIT-Kanpur's SATHEE, to conduct live JEE/NEET free classes in govt schools in UTs
IIT Kanpur Senior Project Manager Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline
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Bharat bandh: Police lend helping hand to patients as strike cripples Thiruvananthapuram
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The capital city came to a near standstill due to a statewide strike called by trade unions, affecting bus services and forcing many shops, including restaurants, to shut down. Despite this, railway operations continued smoothly in the capital under strict police surveillance. While autorickshaws and some taxis operated around the railway stations, the absence of public buses left many commuters stranded. However, the city police emerged as a crucial support system for those travelling for medical purposes. Recognising the urgency of such travel, they arranged police vans from railway stations and bus stands to transport patients and their caretakers to hospitals like the Regional Cancer Centre (RCC) and Thiruvananthapuram Medical College. Among those who benefited from this initiative was P K Radhakrishnan, a cancer survivor from Kochi. I was worried about reaching RCC from the railway station because of the strike. But we approached the police counter, and they immediately arranged a police van for us. They even offered a return trip. It was a big relief, he said. Gangadharan, a senior citizen under treatment at the Thiruvananthapuram Medical College, was also grateful. I was thinking of staying at the hospital overnight due to the strike. But then I came to know about the police transport. They dropped me at the railway station and even helped arrange an autorickshaw to take me home to Kovalam, he said. While the police earned praise for their efforts, many others were left inconvenienced due to the shutdown. Tourists, in particular, were caught off guard. With most restaurants and shops closed, they were left wandering the streets in search of food and basic services. S Dayalpal, who had travelled from Kanpur with his wife to visit the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, said he had no idea where to eat or find help. We dont know the roads here, and everything seems closed. Such a complete shutdown will surely affect Keralas image as a tourist destination, he said. Others, like city residents and office-goers, also faced hurdles. S Nagaraj, an employee at Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, had come to the station to send off his father to Thoothukudi. I tried several taxis, but none were willing to take the trip. Eventually, I had to use my friends car, he said. Newcomers to the city also bore the brunt of the strike. Aravind Kumar, a student who had just arrived to join a language course, spent nearly two hours looking for a place to eat. I finally found a tea shop on Museum Road. I appreciate the police for maintaining order, but the government should ensure that food and transport are not completely cut off during such strikes, he said. While the police played a commendable role in assisting medical patients, the larger picture was one of disruption and frustration. For many, the day highlighted the urgent need for better planning during statewide shutdowns.
Crumbling roads to overflowing drains: What ails Ghaziabads Makanpur and Kala Patthar road
Standoff with DM: Alld HC stays suspension of Kanpur CMO
Bengaluru and Mumbai are facing traffic issues. Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu suggests smaller cities. He believes cities with 1 to 2 lakh people are optimal. This makes public transport effective. He mentions Nagpur, Kanpur, and Lucknow as examples. Indian cities like Kolkata and Bengaluru have slow traffic. Vembu argues large cities need huge infrastructure investment.
Air passenger traffic across India soars by 6.6% in opening months of fiscal 2025-26
NEW DELHI: The total passenger traffic across airports in India has grown by 6.6% in the first two months of this financial year, compared to the corresponding period last year, reveals the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Srinagar and Amritsar airports, which were closed for some weeks due to the India-Pakistan conflict following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 this year, have reported a steep decline on the patronage front. AAI data reveals that 71.14 million passengers travelled during April-May of 2025 as compared to 66.73 million in the period in 2024. International traffic soared by 8.8% in the period compared with 13.4 million travellers compared to 12.31 million earlier. Domestic traffic has recorded a 6.1% growth with 57.74 million against the previous 66.73 million. A total of 5.54 crore Air Traffic Movement Movements (Arrivals and Departures) have been recorded in April-May 2025, up by 6.5% over the same period last year, the data shows. The freight traffic too has boomed with an 8.1% increase in April and May of 2025 over the previous year by transporting 643.47 metric tonnes. Airports which have been severely impacted due to Indo-Pak tensions were on expected lines - Srinagar and Amritsar. Passenger traffic in Srinagar dipped by a whopping 67.1% in the two months. Srinagar International Airport had a patronage of just 1,61,214 flyers as compared to 4,89,561 earlier. The Sri Guru Ramdas Ji airport in Amritsar too followed suit with 1,56,288 passengers in the first two months of this fiscal as compared to 2,75,837 last year. The top three airports in passenger traffic in the country continue to be Delhi (93,89,191 flyers), Mumbai (65,68,271) and Bengaluru (64,43,050). The KIA airport in Bengaluru continues its non-stop growth trajectory by recording a 6.7% growth over its performance in April-May 2024. However, Delhi has dipped by 1.2% and Mumbai by 0.5% during the compared period. Airports which have done significantly well over their past performance in the two-month period compared in succeeding years are Bhubaneshwar (25.5% over previous period), Tirupati (49.2%), Varanasi (25.8%) Kannur (33.2%), Patna (32.1%), Agra (77.8) and Agati (42.5%), Durgapur (37%), Bhuj (48.6), Cudappah (58.8%), Dharbanga (52.2%), Dehradun (29.1%), Cooch Behar (38.4%), Dimapur (27.4%), Gorakhpur (995) and Hubballi (37.1%), Jabalpur (92.2%), Jaisalmer (86.4%), Kanpur (57%) and Kishangarh (38.9%), Rajahmundry (46.3%) Nanded (28.3%) Kurnool (34.3%) and Shivamogga (85.5%)
Environment impact study for Great Nicobar project downplays earthquake risk
Report says the probability of another mega earthquake, such as the one that led to the 2004 tsunami, is low; however, an IIT-Kanpur report had pointed to uncertainty in prediction of future earthquakes;professor who led the IIT study urges infra planners to conduct site-specific study
Ghaziabad-Kanpur Expressway will cut travel time between Ghaziabad and Kanpur from eight hours to just 5 hours.
IIT Kanpur Project Engineer Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Project Engineer posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official IIT Kanpur website. The last date to submit the application form is 16-07-2025.
Trapit Bansal, a distinguished AI researcher formerly at OpenAI, has joined Meta Superintelligence Labs with a reported 800 crore joining bonus. Bansal announced his move on X, expressing excitement about advancing superintelligence. His background includes degrees from IIT Kanpur and UMass Amherst, along with internships at top tech companies.
Who Is Trapit Bansal, The IIT Kanpur Alumnus Leaving OpenAI For Meta
Trapit Bansal's first full-time role was at OpenAI, where he joined as a Member of Technical Staff in January 2022.
Panchayat representatives to learn management skills from IIT Kanpur
IPS Anjali Vishwakarma, an IITian-turned-police officer, went viral after a heated argument with BJP MLC Arun Pathak during a Kanpur cricket match.
Delhi: Artificial rain project postponed to August-end amid monsoon
Delhi's cloud seeding project is now delayed. It was planned to combat air pollution. The new schedule is from August 30 to September 10. This is due to ongoing monsoon rains. The project will use a Cessna aircraft. IIT Kanpur, IITM Pune, and IMD are involved. All permissions are secured. Safety and environmental guidelines will be followed.
17-Year-Old Boy Forced To Consume Urine, Lick Saliva By Local Youths In Kanpur
A 17-year-old boy in Kanpur's Gujaini was kidnapped, thrashed, and humiliated by local youths. He was forced to consume urine, and Rs 6,000 were extorted from him.
IIT Kanpur alumnus Harsh Pokharna, who raised Rs 120 crore for his startup, now struggles financially, sparking debate on venture capital culture in India.
Delhi to Get First Artificial Rain in July
Cloud seeding trial from July 411 aims to combat air pollution; IIT Kanpur leads project with IMD and DGCA coordination.
Crime in Uttar Pradesh addressed quicker than ever under 'Operation Conviction'
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh's 'Operation Conviction' has transformed the state's reputation from that of a lawless land to a model of strong governance with over 97,000 convictions in just one year. The implementation of three new criminal laws and fast-tracking of 457 key cases further bolstered the drive. Highly-placed sources claimed that the Uttar Pradesh government was given a special mention by Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the recent Central Zonal Council meeting in Varanasi for Operation Conviction and the rate at which the cases were being pursued by the UP government. According to ADG Prosecution Deepesh Juneja, effective implementation of the three new criminal laws is not only propelling Uttar Pradesh toward a crime-free status, but also setting an exemplary model. He stated that during the last year, 457 cases registered under the new laws, reached their logical conclusion in the form of convictions. The convictions included the death penalty for four criminals, life imprisonment for 10, imprisonment of less than 20 years for 425 offenders, and over 20 years imprisonment for 19 individuals, said ADG Juneja. In these cases, the prosecution effectively presented evidence and witness testimonies, making full use of the provisions of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) to strengthen and expedite the judicial process. The authorities concerned also ensured witness protection, systematic evidence collection, and timely presence in courtall essential elements for a fair and time-bound trial. The ADG added that since July 1, 2024, the hearing of 25,000 cases across the state was supported by effective use of digital documentation and witness statements via video conferencing. This has significantly reduced the need for police and government witnesses to appear repeatedly in court, resulting in an estimated cost saving of Rs 25 crore for the state exchequer, said the ADG. Naming a few convictions, ADG Juneja said that in case number 394/2024 registered at Bilsi police station in Budaun, the accused Jaane Alam was sentenced to death and fined Rs 2.3 lakh under BNSS provisions. Similarly, in case number 26/2025 registered at Kotwali police station in Hathras, accused Vikas and Lalu Pal were awarded the death penalty along with a fine of Rs 80,000. In another case (224/2024) registered at Bhimganj police station in Kanpur Dehat, the accused Deepu was awarded the death penalty and fined Rs 10 lakh.
Brawl Between Priest, Police Official Over Loudspeaker During Kanpur Rath Yatra, Cop Suspended
The dispute erupted between police and the priest over the installation of additional sound systems for the procession.
The dispute erupted between police and the priest over the installation of additional sound systems for the Jagannath Rath Yatra
Meta has hired top OpenAI researcher Trapit Bansal and others to boost its new AI Superintelligence team, aiming to compete in the global AI race.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the formation of 'Greater Ghaziabad' by merging Loni, Khoda-Makanpur, and Muradnagar Nagar Palikas with the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation. This expansion aims to enhance infrastructure, increase revenue, and improve living standards for residents. The CM also pushed for the construction of an international cricket stadium and reviewed other development projects in the region.
UP tonsuring row: Tension in Etawah, stone pelting on cops, 20 detained
ETAWAH/LUCKNOW: Days after the alleged caste-based tonsuring of a Bhagwat Katha preacher and his aide in Etawah's Dandarpur village, tensions escalated on Thursday as members of Yadav groups staged protests demanding the arrest of all accused and withdrawal of the case registered against the victims. According to police, large crowds began gathering near the Agra-Kanpur highway and at the village in the Bakewar area in the afternoon. Purported videos showed unidentified persons pelting police personnel with stones even as the latter brandished firearms in the air to warn the protesters on a narrow village road. In Lucknow, UP minister Jaiveer Singh accused Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav of giving the tonsuring incident a casteist spin and blamed him for stoking the violence. Etawah Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Brijesh Kumar Srivastava said, Information was received via social media that some groups were preparing to protest against the incident that occurred in Dandarpur village three days ago. Accordingly, police deployment was made in the town, on the highway and in the village to ensure law and order. Around 1:30 pm, a sizeable crowd started gathering on the Agra-Kanpur highway. While most were convinced to disperse, a few tried to enter Dandarpur village forcibly, which created a situation that could have disrupted peace, he said. SSP Srivastava confirmed that 19 individuals were detained, and 13 vehicles were seized. Necessary legal action is being taken under relevant sections. Law and order are under control, and the situation is normal, he added. Earlier in the day, hundreds of members from Yadav groups reached Bakewar police station to gherao it in protest against alleged police action against the victims and to demand the arrest of the accused. SP (Rural) Sreesh Chandra told reporters that police attempted to stop the advancing crowd, but a heated exchange followed. When protesters continued pushing forward, police used lathis to disperse them. The crowd reportedly retaliated by throwing stones at police personnel, damaging the windshield of a police jeep. Some protesters fled towards the Agra-Kanpur highway. The incident that triggered the unrest took place on the night of June 22-23 in the village. Two Bhagwat Katha preachers, Mukut Mani Yadav and his aide Sant Singh Yadav, were allegedly tonsured and humiliated by upper-caste men after it was found that they belonged to the Yadav caste. A video of the incident, which went viral on social media and was also shared by the SP chief, showed the accused purportedly saying, You are getting punished for coming to the village of Brahmins. The victims alleged they were interrogated about their caste, forced to show identification and subjected to humiliation. I was tortured all night. My head was shaved, and they sprinkled urine on me, saying it was to purify me, said Sant Singh Yadav. Following the video's circulation, four accused - Ashish Tiwari, Uttam Kumar Awasthi, Nikki Awasthi and Manu Dubey - all residents of the village, were arrested and booked. Akhilesh condemned the incident, calling it a gross violation of constitutional values and warned of a large-scale movement if action was not taken within three days. In response to Etawah violence, Singh in the evening emphasised the administration's swift response and affirmed the government's commitment to take strict measures moving forward. Based on the initial probe, four individuals were arrested, followed by the detention of 15 more people involved in the violence perpetrated by local miscreants, the minister said. The incident appears to be the result of a well-planned conspiracy, and the government is determined to uncover the truth and take strict action against those responsible, Singh said. He assured that anyone taking the law into their own hands, regardless of caste or community, will not be spared. Accusing Akhilesh of giving the incident a casteist angle, the minister said the former UP CM, without verifying the facts, made reckless statements which incited violence. It has always been the SP's strategy to divide society along caste and class lines for political gain. This is condemnable and unacceptable, Singh said. He added that the BJP respects Sanatan culture, not casteism.
Kanpur Man Got His Wife Married To Her Lover After 15 Years Of Marriage
A man from Kanpur Dehat's Rasoolabad married off his wife to her lover Vikas Dwivedi with the Panchayat's consent, in a temple with police and villagers present.
IIT Kanpur Deputy Project Manager Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline
TheIndian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Deputy 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 11-07-2025.
UPCATET Result 2025 Released at upcatet.net Direct Link to Download Result
UPCATET Result 2025: Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur Result 2025 has been released on upcatet.net. Here is the direct Link to check your UP Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test Results Online.
Shimla's Damini Singh Brar secured AIR 1 in IIT Kanpur's psychology entrance exam on her first attempt, without coaching, and will pursue her PhD at IIT Delhi.
Experience at the UN taught me to challenge status quo, says RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Monday urged graduating students at IIT Kanpur to question established systems and continuously learn, drawing from his own career in administration and global institutions. Speaking at the 58th convocation of his alma mater, Malhotra highlighted four guiding principles: lifelong learning, challenging the status quo, fearless pursuit of ones duties, and building trust.
J&K Deaf Athletes shine at National Cship, win 12 Medals
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, June 23: The All Jammu & Kashmir Sports Association of the Deaf, affiliated with the All India Sports Council of the Deaf, New Delhi and the Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council, announced the exceptional performance of its athletes at the 27th National Deaf Senior Sports Championship and the 10th National Deaf Junior & Sub-Junior Championship, held from June 13 to 23 in Kanpur. Athletes from Jammu & Kashmir showcased remarkable skill, determination and sportsmanship, bringing home [] The post J&K Deaf Athletes shine at National Cship, win 12 Medals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Never stop questioning status quo, keep learning: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra to IIT students
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, an IIT Kanpur alumnus, addressed students at the institute's convocation, emphasizing lifelong learning, questioning norms, virtuous actions, and trust. He shared nostalgic memories and urged graduates to embrace continuous growth and leadership. Malhotra highlighted the importance of knowledge and ethical conduct in their future endeavors, drawing from his own diverse career experiences.
From Rifles In Kanpur To Fighter Jets In Bengaluru: India Builds Its Own Weapons
Hyderabad, Pune, Jabalpur, Bengaluru, Nagpur, and Kochi are now emerging as key hubs for modern weapons production, alongside their established industrial strengths
Officials recommend new varieties of pulses seeds procured from Kanpur research institute
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Panel to study reliance of students on coaching, fairness of entrance exams
NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Education has constituted a nine-member panel to review concerns related to private coaching institutions, rise of dummy schools, and the effectiveness and fairness of entrance examinations, officials said on Friday. The committee headed by Secretary (Higher Education) Vineet Joshi is tasked with suggesting measures to reduce the dependency of students on coaching centres for their higher education needs. The committee will examine the gaps in the current schooling system that contribute to students reliance on coaching centres, particularly the limited focus on critical thinking, logical reasoning, analytical skills and innovation and the prevalence of rote learning practices, a senior Ministry of Education official told news agency PTI . The committee will also look into the mushrooming of dummy schools. Thousands of students preparing for engineering and medical entrance examinations prefer to take admission in dummy schools so that they can focus solely on competitive exam preparations. Aspirants often opt for dummy schools to benefit from state-specific admission quotas for medical and engineering colleges. For instance, students who complete their senior secondary education in Delhi qualify for the Delhi state quota in medical colleges, providing a strong incentive to enroll in dummy schools in the capital. The reasons behind the emergence of dummy schools will be examined and the panel will study their role in encouraging full-time coaching at the cost of formal schooling and suggest ways to mitigate them, the official said. The role and impact of formative assessments at school and higher education levels will be assessed and how their absence affects students conceptual understanding and preparedness for competitive examinations. The panel will also analyse the rising demand for quality higher education, limited availability of seats in premier institutions and how the imbalance drives students towards coaching institutes, he told PTI. Evaluating the awareness levels among students and parents regarding multiple career pathways and the impact of this lack of awareness on the over-dependence on a few elite institutions; assessing the availability and effectiveness of career counselling services in schools and colleges and suggesting measures for strengthening career guidance frameworks, are among other terms of reference of the committee. Other members of the panel include the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) chairman; joint secretaries from school education and higher education departments; representatives of IIT-Madras, NIT-Trichy, IIT-Kanpur and NCERT; and principals of schools (one each from Kendriya Vidyalaya, Navodaya Vidyalaya and a private school). The move comes following complaints received by the Centre about rising cases of student suicides, accidents, lack of facilities in coaching institutes.
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J&K Deaf Athletes selected for National Sports Cships
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, June 17: The All Jammu and Kashmir Sports Association of the Deaf, has announced its selected team for the 10th National Deaf Sub Junior & Junior and 27th National Deaf Senior Sports Championship 2025, scheduled to be held in Kanpur. A screening and selection session was held today at M.A. Stadium, Jammu, under the supervision of key officials from the Sports Council, including Satpal Singh, Divisional Sports Officer Jammu; Suraj Bhan Singh, Judo Coach and team [] The post J&K Deaf Athletes selected for National Sports Cships appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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UP Unveils Rs 700-Crore Plan for EV Manufacturing Hub in Kanpur
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IIT Ropar ranks 12th among 2,500 engineering institutes in India in IIRF 2025 rankings
CHANDIGARH: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar has been ranked 12th among 2,500 engineering institutes across the country in the Top Engineering Colleges in India 2025 ranking released by the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF). Prof Rajeev Ahuja, Director of IIT Ropar, said, This prestigious ranking, which evaluates over 2,500 institutions across India, underscores IIT Ropars growing stature as a powerhouse of academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and innovation. We should lead in research and innovation- we have all the ingredients to become the most innovative institute in the country. We are committed to pushing boundaries, advancing research, and fostering indigenous manufacturing to reduce reliance on imports. The institutes ascent to rank 12 reflects its strong performance across seven key parameters - placement performance, teaching-learning resources and pedagogy, research (volume, income, and reputation), industry income and integration, placement strategies and support, future orientation, and external perception and international outlook. The Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) evaluates over 2,500 institutions across India, assessing them on parameters such as faculty quality, research output, industry collaboration, infrastructure, and student satisfaction. According to the latest rankings, IIT Ropar is placed among IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT Kanpur, surpassing several established engineering colleges in India. IIT Ropar is emerging as a research and technological innovation leader, particularly in defence and security, energy efficiency and decarbonisation, semiconductor technology, quantum, agriculture and water management, artificial intelligence and data science, and cyber-physical systems (CPS). The institute hosts multiple mega projects, such as a PAIR grant with seven other institutions, FIST projects in different departments, a Technology Development Hub, a technology business incubation centre, and a deep-tech accelerator funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST). The institute supports deep-tech startups, researchers, and entrepreneurs in developing solutions across various domains. It also houses ANNAM.AI, a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Digital Agriculture backed by the Ministry of Education, focusing on AI-driven solutions for precision farming, sustainability, and real-time decision-making. Its flagship B Tech programme stands out as highly competitive, offering an array of specialisations, including cutting-edge fields such as computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineeringdesigned to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to thrive in a dynamic and evolving technological landscape.
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UP BJPs wait for a new state chief continues
LUCKNOW: Even after five months past the partys expected timeline, the wait for the new president of the Uttar Pradesh unit of the ruling BJP continues. The delay is a hot topic in the political corridors of the state. Experts feel that the BJP is taking time to pick a leader who can lead the party not only through the upcoming panchayat elections but also the significant 2027 battle. A section of leaders believes that the state will get a new chief only after the election of a new national BJP president. The term of the current UP BJP chief, Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary, a Jat leader from western UP ended in January 2023, concurrent with BJP national president JP Naddas term. Chaudhary was appointed UP BJP chief on August 29, 2022. At the time, he was the Panchayati Raj Minister in Yogi Adityanaths cabinet. The appointment was seen as an attempt to reach out to the influential Jat community, which had spearheaded the year-long farmers protest ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. While CM Yogi Adityanath hails from eastern UP, the party then sought regional balance by appointing Chaudhary. Incidentally, since Naddas term has been extended, Chaudharys term has also been extended. Notably, organisational elections at the lower levels have been completed in the state. On March 16, new district presidents were appointed in 70 of the 98 districts as per the partys configuration. Since then, however, no step has been taken to elect a new state chief. Although deliberations on appointing a new UP BJP chief began in January, and National General Secretary BL Santosh had said a new state president would be announced by January 15, party workers had expected a final decision by thenor at least by January 30. Five months have passed, yet theres still no development or indication from the party regarding the impending election. In the absence of concrete steps, speculation abounds over probable names for the post. OBC leaders like Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh, Animal Husbandry Minister Dharampal Singh, Rajya Sabha member Baburam Nishad, and MLC Ashok Kataria are in the race. From the Scheduled Castes category, former minister Ram Shankar Katheria and MLC Vidyasagar Sonkar are being discussed. A few Brahmin community names, former Basti MP Harish Dwivedi, Rajya Sabha member Dr. Dinesh Sharma, MLA Srikant Sharma, and Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay are also prominent in discussions. Political experts note that the BJP, known for its strategic planning, faces the crucial challenge of the upcoming panchayat elections. The appointment of the state president will be made with that in mind. The party is busy understanding the mathematics of the panchayat polls, says Prof. A.K. Mishra, a prominent political scientist. Party insiders say the delay in announcing a new state chief is also hindering changes in the regional presidencies, four out of the six regions (Awadh, Kashi, Braj, West Gorakhpur, and Kanpur). Complaints against one or two regional presidents have surfaced. These leaders are uncertain about their political futures and are conducting party programs and campaigns half-heartedly. Their entire focus is on either becoming regional president again or finding a spot in the new state team, says a senior BJP leader. Moreover, regional presidents have not been allowed to form their own teams, having to work with 2021s team. Insiders say central leadership received complaints about irregularities in forming regional and district teams, leading to an unofficial ban on announcing executive committees. At the same time, the state presidents of BJPs Mahila Morcha, Yuva Morcha, OBC Morcha, Kisan Morcha, SC Morcha, ST Morcha, and Minority Morcha have been working for about four years, no changes were made during Chaudharys tenure. Once a new BJP state president is appointed, the state presidents of all morchas will also be replaced.
UP man strikes minor with brick exposing her skull after failed rape attempt
A 26-year-old man brutally assaulted a six-year-old girl with brick, exposing her skull, after his rape attempt failed. The incident occurred on Tuesday, June 10, at Kanpurs Ghatampur town in Uttar Pradesh. The accused has been identified as Shivam alias Kallu. He allegedly lured the child to an isolated location behind a mazar on the 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 .
LUCKNOW: Striking a personal chord, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written a letter of appreciation to Shivanya Tiwari,11, a Class VII student from Kanpur, praising her for a portrait she made depicting Operation Sindoor and presented to the PM during his May 30 pubic rally in the city. The PM was about to address the rally when he spotted Shivanya holding the painting high, drawing PMs attention, and he asked his security to get it to him. While getting the painting the PM had promised Shivanya to write a letter to her which he fulfilled by writing her the letter dated June 6, 2025. In the letter, the PM said: I received a painting made by you (Shivanya Tiwari) during a public meeting in Kanpur, recently. I am overwhelmed by the way you have expressed your emotions on canvas regarding Operation Sindoor. The PM further wrote that the bravery of the countrys armed forces during Operation Sindoor had filled every Indian with pride. This operation against terrorism is a message from a new India one that is courageous, self-respecting, and resolute, he wrote. Underscoring the significance of art, PM Modi wrote in his letter to Shivanya: Painting is a powerful medium to express our emotions and give form to our imagination. Through your artwork, you have presented a vision of a strong and transforming India. He added: The country is moving forward with a firm resolve to build a developed India during this Amrit Kaal. I am confident that young citizens like you will play a vital role in achieving this goal. Wishing the girl a bright future, the PM ended the letter by writing: May you achieve great success in life and continue contributing to the progress of the country and society through your art. Shivanya, daughter of Ashish Tiwari, studies in Virendra Swaroop Education Centre in Panki locality of Kanpur. She has painting as a hobby since her childhood. Shivanya, while reacting to the PMs correspondence to her, said that she had never thought that the PM would spot my painting and take it form me. When I came to know about PMs visit to Kanpur, I painted on the theme of Operation Sindoor and also put a sketch of PM in it. I wrote Welcome to Kanpur in the painting, she said. Shivanya shared that she got the PMs letter through e-mail on Monday, June 9, 2025.
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Kanpur Teen Earns Spot in NASAs Hall of Fame For Identifying Major Website Bug
The security flaw could have allowed scammers to send fake emails from NASAs official domain and would have caused devastating consequences if left undiscovered
These standards were further broken down into specific indicators, including nutrition, maternal and child health, birth and death rates, school attendance, and property ownership, providing a comprehensive framework to evaluate poverty in the district.
BHOPAL: A 14-year-old tribal girl who was kidnapped by a 22-year-old man from western Madhya Pradeshs Jhabua district was rescued from a village 900 km away in Uttar Pradeshs Kanpur Dehat district following a 16-hour police operation. Two years back, 20-year-old Govind Naik, who hails from Auraiya district of central UP, came to Ranapur town of western MPs Jhabua district, along with a group of street-side garment sellers and started living and trading there. He slowly developed a friendship with a 12-year-old tribal girl who lived in the same locality, where Govind lived on rent. Over a period of two years, the bond between Govind and the tribal girl deepened and finally he took her away on May 31. By the time, the girls family realized that it was Govind who had taken her away, the duo had already reached Indore (150 km from Jhabua) and boarded a bus to Gwalior. The matter was reported by the girls family to the Jhabua district police in the afternoon, after which two teams were formed and the hunt for the kidnapped girl started at around 4 pm and a case of kidnapping registered at Ranapur police station. We formed two police teams and started probing the matter. Knowing well that we would question his key contacts, Govind kept on telling them over phone that he was bound for Gujarat, despite being actually on the way to his home state UP. He kept telling his contacts that he was moving from Dahod to Godhra in Gujarat. Using sophisticated scientific investigation tools, the police tracked his live location in MPs Guna district, which confirmed that he was headed to UP, a senior Jhabua district police officer told TNIE on Saturday. Both teams of the Jhabua police left to nab Govind and rescue the girl at 4 pm, but they were almost six-and-a-half hours behind him. After alighting from the bus, Govind took the girl in another hired vehicle to adjoining UP, but instead of going to his home district, he went to Kanpur Dehat district, in the same central UP region, where his sister lives. While the hunt for the kidnapped girl went on, unmindful that his location was being continuously updated by the Jhabua district police to their two teams, Govind continued to tell his contacts about travelling further into Gujarat for some important work. He ultimately reached his sisters village in Kanpur Dehat on May 31 and stayed there that night. With his location getting stabilized at one point, the Jhabua police from MP contacted their counterparts in central UPs Kanpur Dehat who rescued the girl from the kidnappers sisters village. Govind, however, managed to escape, but was nabbed a few hours later from a neighbouring village, ultimately ending a successful police operation which started at 4 pm on May 31 and ended at around 8 am on June 1. The accused kept on telling his contacts that he was headed to Gujarat, just to hoodwink us, but the police turned much smarter and using the latest scientific and digital technology, kept on tracking his movement. It was subsequently with the help of UP police that the kidnapped girl was successfully rescued and the kidnapper too tracked and arrested, Madhya Pradeshs Jhabua district police superintendent Padam Vilochan Shukla said. The rescued girl was subsequently brought back safely to her home in Ranapur (Jhabua) and reunited with her family. The arrested kidnapper is being questioned by police to ascertain whether he has a criminal past or is linked to any organized gang. The cops are also probing the possibility of him being part of a girl trafficking racket.
UP government plans mini-forests to mitigate heat wave impact in major cities
LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh government is planning separate budget allocations to develop mini-forests in urban areas, aiming to boost green cover and combat the rising urban heat island effect in major cities. The urban heat island effect is a phenomenon where higher temperature is experienced in urban areas as compared to rural surroundings. As part of Upvan Scheme, 17 municipal corporations across the state have been given a free hand to infuse up to Rs 3 crore to develop green zones over an area of 2,000 sq mt under their jurisdiction. State Finance Department has created a corpus of Rs 70 crore to dole out funds to urban local bodies for the fiscal year 2025-26. As per the official sources, the amount allocated to civic bodies would be utilised to address the severe heat wave-like conditions in urban areas during the extreme summers. According to the principal secretary, urban development, Amrit Abhijat, the need to mitigate the risk in densely populated areas had become essential. He lays stress on urban planning in a manner so as to create additional green space and cooling strategies to promote sustainable development in cities. In its research report presented to the state government in July, 2024, the Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) urged the authorities to curate preventive measures to bring down the impact of heat-related incidents within the urban part of the state after carrying out district-wise analysis. Stating that the rapid urban growth in cities such as Lucknow, Kanpur, and Prayagraj had given rise to urban heat islands, the study emphasised the need to prioritise green spaces, sustainable infrastructure, and climate-smart urban planning. A dense urban forest planting methodology, introducing Miyawaki forests, could be the first step for the key civic bodies to lower surface temperatures. Officials said that the studies conducted by independent research scholars and educational institutes over cities in the state were going to be analysed, and the help of experts would be taken to conduct GIS (geographical information system) based studies and collate remotely sensed thermal data to zero in on locations which require intervention.
Is your vehicle Delhi-ready? Only BS6, CNG or EV commercial vehicles allowed from November 1
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiled the Air Pollution Mitigation Plan 2025, restricting entry to BS-VI, CNG, and electric commercial vehicles from November 1, 2025. The plan includes artificial rain via cloud seeding, in collaboration with IIT Kanpur. Mist sprayers will target pollution hotspots, and anti-smog guns are mandated for large commercial buildings.
ALLENs Rajit Gupta secures AIR-1 in JEE Advanced 2025
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 2: Kota continues to dominate the JEE-Advanced results as Rajit Gupta, a classroom student of ALLEN Career Institute Kota today secured All India Rank-1 in the prestigious JEE Advanced 2025 examination. With 332 out of 360 marks, Rajit has once again brought the spotlight back to Kota, the coaching capital of India. The results, announced by IIT Kanpur, show ALLENs stronghold in quality engineering exam preparation. A grand celebration was held at ALLEN Kota where the [] The post ALLENs Rajit Gupta secures AIR-1 in JEE Advanced 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP: VHP-Bajrang Dal leads anti-terror march, calls boycott of minority businesses
Members of the VHP and Bajrang Dal, who are attending arms training camps in several states, recently organised a vigilante march claiming to protest terrorism. The participants carried sharp wooden sticks commonly used as weapons and delivered speeches targeting Muslims. The march, held in Ghatampur about 40 km from Kanpur, included cow vigilantes and attendees 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 .
JEE Advanced 2025 results out, Rajit Gupta from Kota tops the exam
JAIPUR:The results of the JEE Advanced 2025 examination have been announced. The examination was conducted by IIT Kanpur on May 18 in two shifts for 17,740 seats across 23 IITs in the country. Approximately 2.5 lakh students, who qualified JEE Main were eligible to appear for the Advanced examination. Once again, Kota has reaffirmed its reputation as the hub of engineering exam preparation. Rajit Gupta, who prepared in Kota, has secured All India Rank (AIR) 1, emerging as the national topper. Three other students from Kota have also made it to the top 10. Saksham Jindal secured AIR 2, Akshat bagged AIR 6, and Devesh achieved AIR 8. Many other candidates also featured in the top 50 and top 100 ranks. Clearly, despite the student suicides often upsetting the city in recent times, Kota retains its legacy in training aspirants to crack the prestigious IIT exams. All India topper Rajit Gupta is a resident of Mahavir Nagar-III in Kota. His father, Deepak Gupta, is an engineer with the BSNL department and his mother, Dr. Shruti Agarwal, is a professor at JDB Girls College in Kota. This marks the second consecutive year that a Kota-based student has topped JEE Advanced. In 2024, Ved Lahoti, also from Kota, had achieved this feat. Rajit had earlier scored 100 percentile in the JEE Main January session and secured AIR 16 in the April session. Happiness is the key to success, Rajit Gupta said following the results. Rajit said, During my preparation, my main focus was on not repeating my past mistakes. Correcting errors strengthens your foundation in the subject. I believe happiness is the key to success. I try to stay happy in every situation. Even now, whenever I get time, I play with children in the colony. He credited his success to the guidance of his teachers and the structured study material provided by his coaching institute. There is no need to get distracted if you follow your teachers and stick to the right resources, he said. Rajit had earlier secured 96.8 percentile in his Class 10 exams. JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling will begin for admissions into IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. The counselling will be conducted online in six rounds from June 3 to July 28. Students can register and fill in their college preferences on the JoSAA portal between June 3 and June 12 (till 5 PM). The first round of seat allotment will be declared on June 14, and students must confirm their admission by June 19 by paying the seat acceptance fee and uploading the required documents online. Subsequent rounds of seat allotment will be held as follows: Round 2 June 21, Round 3 June 28, Round 4 July 4, Round 5 July 10, Round 6 (Final) July 16. This year, JoSAA will facilitate admissions to 23 IITs, 32 NITs, 26 IIITs, and 47 GFTIs.
On June 2, 2025, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur declared the results of JEE Advanced 2025. No female candidate has made it to the list of Top 15. Devdutta Mazhi, is the female topper with AIR 16.
The Joint Entrance Exam Advanced (JEE ADVANCED 2025) results are now out. The results were declared on june 2, by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur. NTA has released the result on their website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.
JEE Advanced 2025 Results: Rajit Gupta from IIT Delhi zone has topped the JEE Advanced 2025, securing AIR 1 with 332 out of 360 marks. The results were announced by IIT Kanpur, and candidates can check their scores on the official website.
IIT Kanpur Declares JEE Advanced 2025 Results
The exam was conducted on May 18 in two shifts across various centres in India
JEE Advanced Result 2025: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur on June 2 declared the results for the JEE Advanced 2025. The JEE Advanced 2025 exam was conducted on May 18 in two sessions.
JEE Advanced 2025 result releasing today: Direct link, steps to download scorecard on jeeadv.ac.in
IIT Kanpur will declare the JEE Advanced 2025 results today, June 2nd, at 10 am, accessible on jeeadv.ac.in. The exam, conducted on May 18th across two shifts, saw varied difficulty levels in different subjects.
Kanpur SHOCKER! Taekwondo player alleges gang-rape in ashram by priest, others
In a shocking incident, a woman was gang-raped by several individuals including a priest at an ashram near a police station in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The woman has claimed that she has been a national level Taekwondo player. She has also been ...
Palghar murder accused on run for 24 years arrested from UP
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Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel seeks answers from govt on Pahalgam, Operation Sindoor 'ceasefire'
JABALPUR: Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel has said Prime Minister Narendra Modi should explain why there was no security for tourists in Pahalgam, where terrorists attacked them on April 22, and did the government agree to a ceasefire with Pakistan under pressure from the United States. Following the horrific Pahalgam attack which claimed 26 lives, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 , striking at terror infrastructure in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Pakistan. The neighbouring country retaliated with drones and missiles but failed to cause harm. The two nations announced cessation of hostilities on May 10. Speaking at the opposition Congress' 'Jai Hind' rally here on Saturday, former Chhattisgarh chief minister Baghel accused the BJP of politicising Operation Sindoor and asserted the country's armed forces do not belong to any party. The Congress' event coincided with the PM's mega women empowerment event in Bhopal, 300 km from here. Tell people why there was no security arrangement in Pahalgam. Where are those four terrorists? Was the ceasefire done under pressure from the US and who took the decision on the ceasefire, officers or the government? Baghel said addressing the gathering. The Congress leader's comments came in the backdrop of US President Donald Trump repeatedly asserting that he got India and Pakistan to end hostilities triggered by Operation Sindoor. India has stuck to its stand that the US had no role to play. During a rally in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur on Friday, PM Modi said Pakistan egged for a ceasefire during Operation Sindoor. The Congress is holding 'Jai Hind Sabhas' across the country to salute the armed forces, while the ruling BJP has been carrying out 'Tiranga Yatras' to celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor. BJP is politicising Operation Sindoor. Bharatiya Janata Party activists will distribute vermilion, Baghel alleged, adding that a woman applies sindoor for her husband's well-being and it is her husband who applies sindoor to her forehead. Notably, the BJP has denied that it was planning to distribute sindoor. Our armed forces belong to the whole country and its people, and not just to any political party or government. We all are extremely proud of the bravery and valour of our Army, Baghel said, asserting that doubts are being raised about the BJP government's decisions and policies. He also lauded former PM Indira Gandhi for emphatically defeating Pakistan in the 1971 war, which led to the creation of Bangladesh. 'When will PM break his silence?' Congress on Trump's truce claims The former Chhattisgarh CM said Modi should apologise for objectionable comments made by Madhya Pradesh minister Vijay Shah and state deputy chief minister Jagdish Devda following Operation Sindoor. The PM must set an example by ensuring they are sacked from the MP government, Baghel said. Shah made an objectionable remark about army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi during his speech at a public function at Mhow near Indore on May 12. An FIR has been registered in the matter and both the Supreme Court and MP High Court have severely admonished Shah. On May 16, Devda claimed armed forces and soldiers of the country were atmastak (bowing down with their heads at the feet) in front of PM Modi for giving a befitting reply to terrorists and Pakistan. Baghel also sought to point out similarities between the Pahalgam terror attack and the infamous May 2013 Jhiram valley attack in Chhattisgarh in which Naxalites killed 27 persons, including some prominent Congress leaders. I remember May 25, 2013. Naxalites attacked Congress leaders, killing former Union minister Vidya Charan Shukla among others after asking their names, he said. In Pahalgam, terrorists asked victims their religion. Another common thing in both incidents was there was no security at the respective spots, he added. What is the relation between the two incidents? How they happened calls for pondering, Baghel said. Speaking at the rally, senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh said those who played no role in India's freedom struggle and remained slaves of the British are today claiming that armed forces are bowing at the feet of PM Modi. Military chief admits IAF jet loss in Op Sindoor, says tactics 'rectified' to strike deep inside Pakistan
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