IIT-Kanpur graduate Kanak Agrawal opened up about the emotional disorientation she experienced after returning from Sri Lanka. She said travellers often celebrate leaving but rarely discuss the strange feelings that follow coming home. Despite struggling with the transition, Agrawal believes the discomfort is temporary, while the memories and experiences gained from travel last much longer, making it worthwhile.
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UP T20 League: How UPCA Speed Hunt Changed The Life Of Barabanki's Shakti Verma
How UPCA Speed Hunt: From working a private job for 7,000 a month to sharing a dressing room with established Indian Premier League (IPL) stars like Sameer Rizvi, Mohsin Khan, and Karn Sharma, Shakti Vermas rise is one of the most compelling stories of Season 4 of the UP T20 League. Hailing from Barabanki district of Uttar Pradesh, the fast bowler was discovered through the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Associations (UPCA) Speed Hunt, a grassroots talent scouting initiative. He consistently clocked speeds of 138 km/h to top the charts at the Lucknow selection trials, earning a direct ticket to the UPT20 player auction where the Kanpur Superstars secured him for 2,50,000. While the ongoing season has been a challenging one for the Kanpur Superstars, Shakti has already featured in three games, proving that raw talent can thrive when given the right platform. Shaktis journey is rooted in humble beginnings. He is the eldest son of Amar Singh Verma, a local motor mechanic. Despite severe financial constraints, his father supported his cricketing ambitions, often managing to buy expensive season cricket balls for his practice. However, the overall cost of professional cricket nearly forced Shakti out of the game. My father does a normal job as a mechanic, and I am the eldest at home, Shakti shared. Cricket is a very expensive game. I used to do a private job earning 7,000 a month. With that salary, I couldn't buy cricket shoes worth 7,000. My coach, Sarvan Nawab sir, provided all the backing I needed. Whatever cricket I have played, and whatever I achieve in the future, is all because of him. Shakti's entry into formal cricket took time. He started purely on the local tennis ball circuits. When I played tennis ball cricket, boys would tell me I bowled well. A friend took me to my coach. Initially, I wanted to bat, but my coach told me to stick to bowling, and he polished my skills. My seniors like Vipraj Nigam and Shivam bhai also guided me and helped me financially during tough times. The UPCAs decision to keep the Speed Hunt trials entirely free of cost was the crucial turning point for players like Shakti, removing the financial barrier that often keeps rural talent hidden. That free trial was a very big thing for us, Shakti explained. If someone comes from a well-off family, an entry fee of 1,500 is very little for them. But for a normal boy, even 10 is a lot. Because the trials were free, boys like us got a massive boost. If the Speed Hunt happens every year, more boys and better talents will emerge from the bottom. Being picked at the auction for 2.5 Lakh has fundamentally changed his financial reality. The money we get from this platform can be utilised to invest in ourselves, he noted with raw honesty. The amount we received is more than enough for us. For people from normal families, this prize money is huge. Frankly, I had never seen this much money in my life before. That free trial was a very big thing for us, Shakti explained. If someone comes from a well-off family, an entry fee of 1,500 is very little for them. But for a normal boy, even 10 is a lot. Because the trials were free, boys like us got a massive boost. If the Speed Hunt happens every year, more boys and better talents will emerge from the bottom. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The Speed Hunt gave a chance to new boys who couldn't reach this level otherwise, Shakti said. Players from the grassroots who didn't get opportunities in trophy cricket got a huge platform here. I am very thankful to the UPCA, Rajeev Shukla sir, and Dr. Sanjay Kapoor sir for this initiative. If we do well here, we can even play in the IPL and get international recognition. We can go very far. Article Source: IANS
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Why do mosquitoes bite some people more? IIT Kanpur studies their brain
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'Road to hell': Fed up with potholes, Kanpur locals inaugurate 'Yamraj's Gate'
Kanpur residents protested rain-damaged roads by symbolically renaming a street Yamraj ka Dwar. They highlighted numerous waterlogged potholes and blamed Nagar Nigam for the difficulties. Traders also reported business suffering due to dilapidated roads and potholes in the city. A deep pothole on Sariya VIP Road led to a legislator's protest. The legislator entered the pothole until responsible officials arrived to assess the situation.
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A 60-year-old woman was found dead in Knapur with strangulation marks, police investigating.
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IIT Kanpur Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
IIT Kanpur has released the new notification for the recruitment of Project Scientist New Vacancy 2026 for 1 Post. The online application process is open until 09 September 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, iitk.ac.in.
UPT20 League: Lucknow Falcons Knock Kanpur Superstars Out Of Playoff Race
Impact Player Sameer Rizvi: Lucknow Falcons signed off from the league stage with a 13-run victory over Kanpur Superstars via the DLS method in Match 28 of the UP T20 League 2026 at the Green Park Stadium, eliminating Kanpur from the playoff race and moving into second place on the points table. With six wins from 10 matches, Lucknow finished the league stage on 13 points and will now turn their attention to Qualifier 1 against Meerut Mavericks. Having already secured their place in the playoffs, Lucknow rested regular captain Bhuvneshwar Kumar and lead pacer Abhinandan Singh, with all-rounder Vipraj Nigam taking over the captaincy. Kanpur skipper Adarsh Singh won the toss and elected to bowl in what was a must-win contest for his side. Lucknow began positively before rain interrupted play for around 30 minutes after the opening over. When the match resumed without any reduction in overs, openers Yashu Pradhan and Himanshu Singh provided the Falcons with a strong platform. Pradhan struck 40 off 27 balls, while Himanshu made 43 off 33 as the pair added 72 runs in just 43 deliveries. Kanpur fought back effectively in the middle overs, reducing Lucknow from 72/0 to 96/4. However, Priyam Garg and stand-in captain Vipraj ensured the Falcons finished strongly. Garg remained unbeaten on 32 off 21 balls, while Vipraj contributed a brisk 18 not out from eight deliveries to take Lucknow to 160/5. Kanpur's chase never quite gathered momentum as Lucknow struck regularly with the ball. The Superstars were reduced to 47/4 in 6.3 overs, with the dismissal of star Impact Player Sameer Rizvi proving particularly damaging. Satyam Sangu and Yashovardhan Singh attempted to rebuild the innings, adding an unbeaten 22 runs together, before rain returned at the end of the 10th over with Kanpur on 68/4. The DLS par score at that stage was 81, leaving Kanpur 13 runs behind. Persistent rain prevented any further play, handing Lucknow the victory. Satyam Sangu and Yashovardhan Singh attempted to rebuild the innings, adding an unbeaten 22 runs together, before rain returned at the end of the 10th over with Kanpur on 68/4. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The defeat ended Kanpur Superstars' playoff hopes, while Lucknow Falcons head into the knockout stage with momentum firmly on their side. Article Source: IANS
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UP T20 League: Playoffs And Final Relocated To Lucknow Amid Heavy Rains In Kanpur
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: The UP T20 League has relocated its playoff matches and final from Kanpur to Lucknow following continuous heavy rainfall in the city, the tournament's governing council announced on Monday. The knockout fixtures of the fourth season of the competition will now take place at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, with the match dates retained as per the original schedule. Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator will be played on September 3, with Qualifier 2 the next day and the title clash on September 6. Sanjay Kapoor, Chairman of the UP T20 League Governing Council, officially confirmed the venue change at a press conference at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur. Due to the continuous rain in Kanpur, it has become nearly impossible to complete full matches, which directly impacts the game and the players' ability to showcase their talent. In crucial and decisive encounters like the playoffs, it is essential that all participating teams get a fair and equal opportunity to play a complete 20-over match, said Kapoor. The announcement was made in the presence of UPCA Media Committee Chairman Mohammad Faheem and UP T20 League Governing Council Member Sanjeev Kumar Singh, along with other senior regional cricket administrators. Kapoor noted that local weather forecasts indicated further rain in Kanpur over the coming days, leaving organisers with no option but to move the remaining fixtures to Lucknow. This decision was not made in favour of or against any particular team, but strictly to uphold the fairness of the sport and the welfare of the players. A wet outfield due to persistent rain significantly increases the risk of injuries. Kapoor noted that local weather forecasts indicated further rain in Kanpur over the coming days, leaving organisers with no option but to move the remaining fixtures to Lucknow. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Moving the final stages to Lucknows state-of-the-art facilities will provide an ideal environment for teams to compete in full 20-over contests without the risk of rain delays. At the same time, tournament management expressed its gratitude to local supporters, players, and match officials for their cooperation throughout the Kanpur leg of the competition. Article Source: IANS
Rooted in Purpose: How IT Professionals Ankur and Rashmi Built Tuhi Farms in Kanpur
Leaving corporate careers at Flipkart, SAP, and IBM in Bengaluru, Ankur and Rashmi Sachan returned to Kanpur during the pandemic to establish Tuhi Farms, a 5.5-acre chemical-free agroforestry model growing over 30 crop varieties.
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Slippages on the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway suggest design issues, not construction defects. Affected stretches will require rebuilding from the ground up, according to a government official. A preliminary investigation pointed to weak soil and poor drainage as contributing factors. The expressway was executed under a Hybrid Annuity Model, with private developers responsible for maintenance. The central government awaits a final expert report on the expressway's structural integrity.
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Kanpur crash: DGCA flagged safety issues with Tecnam plane
Aviation regulator DGCA had flagged safety issues concerning Tecnam aircraft over a month before a Tecnam P2006T training aircraft crashed in Kanpur on August 27, killing a trainee pilot and an instructor.
Kanpur plane crash: DGCA flagged Tecnam aircraft safety concerns weeks before fatal crash
DGCA Flagged Tecnam Safety Issues Weeks Before Kanpur Crash
Regulator Had Issued Safety Recommendations For Tecnam Aircraft Used By Flying Training Organisations
DGCA flagged safety issues with Tecnam aircraft before Kanpur crash
The DGCA had at least twice since 2025 flagged concerns over Tecnam planes, primarily used in India for flying training, with FTOs
DGCA flags safety issues with Tecnam aircraft before Kanpur crash
Aviation regulator DGCA had flagged safety issues concerning Tecnam aircraft over a month before a Tecnam P2006T training aircraft crashed in Kanpur on August 27, killing a trainee pilot and an instructor. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had also issued safety recommendations to flying training organisations (FTOs) concerning the Tecnam aircraft and asked them to implement them with immediate effect. According to official communications accessed and reviewed by PTI, the DGCA had at least twice since 2025 flagged concerns over Tecnam planes, primarily used in India for flying training, with FTOs. The latest communication, dated July 10, 2026, circulated safety recommendations issued by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) following the May 12, 2022 crash of a twin-engine Tecnam P2006T, operated by FSTC Flying School Pvt Ltd, at Bhiwani in Haryana. In the email, the regulator advised FTOs to avoid parking Tecnam aircraft on apron/tarmac for prolonged .
DGCA flagged Tecnam safety concerns weeks before fatal Kanpur crash
The DGCA had previously flagged safety concerns regarding Tecnam aircraft. These issues were raised over a month before the recent Kanpur training plane crash. The regulator had issued specific safety recommendations to flying training organizations. These recommendations followed an earlier crash investigation into a Tecnam P2006T. The DGCA advised immediate implementation of these crucial safety measures.
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