Qutub Minar lights up in Tricolour as India unites under 'Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan' campaign
NEW DELHI: In a poignant gesture of unity and remembrance, Minister of Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat visited Qutub Minar on 14 May 2025, where a special projection mapping of the Tiranga was showcased. He also paid tribute, lauding the armed forces and saluting the nationalistic spirit ignited by the courage and valour of the nations unsung heroes and bravehearts. In a tribute to the undying spirit of patriotism and to honour the bravehearts of the nation, the Ministry of Culture has launched a powerful and binding initiative Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan (One Nation, One Heartbeat). Designed to unify the nation in a shared rhythm of national pride, the campaign has already begun to resonate strongly with citizens across India. The slogan #EkDeshEkDhadkan (#OneNationOneHeartbeat) is being widely adopted across digital platforms, amplifying the spirit of unity, patriotic fervour and reverence for the Tiranga. This embodies the collective sentiment of a grateful nation. We salute the valour and sacrifice of our unsung heroes and bravehearts. Officials said that over the past 48 hours, all 43 institutions under the aegis of the ministry have shown cohesive and enthusiastic participation. The participation is expressed with saluting the armed forces and bravehearts along with the spirit of Tiranga which binds us together. All institutions have changed their display pictures (DPs) to the Tiranga, said officials. , , ! #TirangaYatra #SindoorYatra #EkDeshEkDhadkan pic.twitter.com/PITUQ3ap0C Gajendra Singh Shekhawat (@gssjodhpur) May 14, 2025 The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has illuminated its prominent monuments in the Tricolour. Many other cultural institutions such as Victoria Memorial (West Bengal), Salarjung Museum (Andhra Pradesh), National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) Delhi, and Regional Science Centre, Lucknow have joined the campaign. The National Archives of India has also joined in, lighting up its iconic building. Under the supervision of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), more than 60 heritage monuments across the country have been lit up with the Tricolour, including the Red Fort, Qila Rai Pithora, Safdarjung Tomb, and Purana Qila in Delhi. Other monuments include Kumbhalgarh, Chittorgarh, and Fort Ghanta in Rajasthan, Gulab Badi (Uttar Pradesh), Udaygiri Caves (Odisha), Ashokan Column (Bihar), Rahatgarh Fort (Madhya Pradesh), and Fort Ballarpur (Maharashtra). Institutions and organisations under the ministry are initiating programmes such as special storytelling sessions, painting tributes, special exhibitions, musical tributes, quizzes, badge and wristband distribution, and Tiranga Rallies with mass participation to collectively celebrate with people this moment of glory for all Indians, said officials.
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Shastri Cites Gill And Pant As Future Test Team Leadership Prospects Instead Of Bumrah
The ICC Review: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri believes Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant shape up as strong candidates for taking the Test team captaincy in near future, citing their youth and the potential for long careers as key reasons. Shastri added that he would not put much leadership pressure on fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, citing his importance in the Indian bowling department. India will be led by a new captain on their five-match tour of England, starting on June 20 at Headingley, after Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Tests earlier this month. You groom somebody and I would say Shubmans looked very good. Give him the opportunity. He's 25, 26 years of age, even give him time. There's Rishabh as well. I think these two are the obvious ones I'm looking at because of their age and they have a decade ahead of them. So, let them learn, said Shastri on The ICC Review show. Both Pant and Gill are captaining their respective franchises - Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans - in IPL 2025. Pant captained India in 2022 T20I series at home against South Africa, which ended in a 2-2 draw. Gill, the top-ranked ODI batter, was the captain when the side toured Zimbabwe last year for a five-match series in the shortest format and won 4-1. They've got experience as captains, now, captaining their franchise and that makes a difference. The little I've seen of Shubman looks very interesting. Composed, calm, he has all the qualities, added Shastri. He also quashed talks over Gills poor overseas record in Tests. You people will talk he's not scored runs overseas. You know, that topic always comes, not scored runs overseas. Sometimes I tell them, go and see your own record, how much have you done overseas? Overseas, overseas, let him play, let him get a run overseas, then he'll score runs. He's a class player. He has a decade of cricket ahead of him for the country. And I'm sure he'll get cracking in one of the tours, he'll make up for all those runs he's not got on earlier. Bumrah has captained India in three Tests, and was at the helm when they won the Perth Test in last years Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia. But he suffered a back injury during the final Test of the Australia tour at the Sydney Cricket Ground and didn't bowl at all in the second innings. That back injury also resulted in Bumrah missing out on the 2025 victorious Champions Trophy campaign. Though hes back in IPL 2025, Bumrahs fitness issues means he is not a certainty yet to play all five Tests on the tour of England. See for me, Jasprit would have been the obvious choice after Australia. But I dont want Jasprit to be made captain and then you lose him as a bowler. I think he (Bumrah) has to take his body one game at a time. He's coming back now after a serious injury. That back injury also resulted in Bumrah missing out on the 2025 victorious Champions Trophy campaign. Though hes back in IPL 2025, Bumrahs fitness issues means he is not a certainty yet to play all five Tests on the tour of England. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Athlete fights off crocodile attack, escapes with severe injuries in Agra
LUCKNOW: Defying the deadly jaws of death, an 18-year-old national-level athlete had a providential escape when he was attacked by a crocodile while bathing in the Chambal River in Agra. Athlete Karan Kumar, a resident of Agra, fought back bravely and broke free from the jaws of the animal, which tore off pieces of flesh from his hand and leg. Karan is currently recovering in a hospital in Agra, and his condition is stated to be stable. According to family sources, Karan had gone to bathe at Kainjra Ghat along the Chambal River around 9 am on 13 May. While taking a dip in the river, a crocodile suddenly attacked him from behind, biting his leg and causing severe pain and bleeding. As the crocodiles sharp teeth dug deep into his leg, a petrified Karan screamed for help. Those on the shore began shouting, but no one could muster the courage to approach the victim. The crocodile then bit his hand, tearing away a chunk of flesh. The family further shared that despite the pain, Karan turned towards the crocodile and began kicking and punching it with all his strength. He kept hitting the crocodile's mouth with his right hand for 23 minutes, following which the grip of the animal loosened slightly. This allowed Karan to pull his hand out of the crocodiles jaws and swim back to the riverbank quickly. Local villagers present at the ghat rushed him to a nearby medical shop for an injection, after which his father and brother brought him to Agra for treatment. Karan suffered injuries to his hand, leg, and head. The crocodile had bitten into his flesh, and he lost a considerable amount of blood during the attack, said father Dara Singh, adding that the doctors had said his condition was stable. According to the family, Karan is a national-level runner. In 2023, he won two gold medals in 400-metre races held at Eklavya Sports Stadium in Agra. Due to his recent injuries, doctors have advised him to rest before resuming practice. Karans father, Dara Singh, is a farmer. The family survives on farming. His elder brother, Kamlesh, is an Agniveer aspirant, and his younger brother, Arjun, is a student. According to forest authorities in Agra, there are 742 crocodiles in the Chambal River, which is 80 km from Agra. Some of these crocodiles are as long as 17 feet.
SP MP's caste remark on Wing Commander Vyomika Singh sparks political storm
LUCKNOW: After Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, who gained attention while conducting media briefings alongside Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri during Operation Sindoor, became the subject of a casteist slur by senior Samajwadi Party (SP) MP and partys national General Secretary, Professor Ramgopal Yadav, triggering a fresh round of political slugfest. Ramgopal Yadav, who is also the uncle of SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, said at an event in Moradabad on Thursday that BJP supporters had targeted Colonel Sofiya Qureshi because of her Muslim identity. Had they known Vyomika Singh was from the Jatav community, they would have targeted her too. Thinking her to be a Rajput, they spared her. The SP MP was referring to Madhya Pradesh minister Kunwar Vijay Shahs remarks on Colonel Qureshi , which led to legal proceedings against him and an admonishment by the Supreme Court of India. The remarks drew strong criticism from BJP leaders, including Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who said, The uniform should not be seen through casteist lenses. Every soldier of the Indian Army performs national duty instead of representing any caste or religion. Relegating a valiant daughter of India to a caste by the National General Secretary of SP is not only a display of his partys narrow-minded thinking but also a grave insult to the valour of the Army and the dignity of the country. FIR against three ' X' users for hate posts against Col Sofiya Qureshi Launching a broadside on the SP leader, UP Deputy CM Keshav Maurya said that the Army had the sole duty of defending the country. Looking at the caste and religion in the Army is a reflection of a low mentality. PM Narendra Modi has also laid stress on womens empowerment in the Armed Forces. Everyone should trust him, said Maurya. Similarly, the other Deputy CM, Brajesh Pathak, called it the anti-woman and anti-Dalit mentality of the SP leader. India will not accept the insult of Dalits. People should refrain from making such statements for the sake of the country, maintained Pathak. However, with Akhilesh Yadav and his ally Congress observing a guarded silence over the issue, Ayodhya MP Awadhesh Prasad took a different line by disagreeing with Ramgopal Yadavs remarks. He said caste had no place in the Army and politics should stay out of it. Such thinking must be rejected. Meanwhile, Ramgopal Yadav came out with a clarification over his remarks 20 hours later but stopped short of offering an apology. He said that in a state where people were shot based on caste and religion, the Chief Minister reacted without watching his full statement. Filed in way that can be quashed later: MP HC criticises FIR against Vijay Shah's remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi Taking to the microblogging site X, Yadav claimed: In some states of North India, especially in Uttar Pradesh, fake cases are being filed against people based on religion, caste, and class. Encounters are being conducted based on caste and religion. Properties are being seized by labelling people as gangsters based on caste and religion. Atrocities are being committed against women based on caste, religion, and class. Employees and officers are being posted based on caste, religion, and class. He further posted: About people with such a distorted mentality, I said at an event yesterday (Thursday) that Colonel Sofiya Qureshi was identified by her religious name, which is why she was abused. Foreign Secretary Misri was also abused. If these abusers had found out that Wing Commander Vyomika Singh is Jatav and Air Marshal Awadhesh Bharti is Yadav, they would not have refrained from abusing these officers as well. I am surprised that the Chief Minister, under whose nose atrocities are being committed on minorities, Dalits, and backward classes, tweeted without listening to my entire statement. I have no complaints against the media channels that had captured Islamabad and Rawalpindi, because no one trusts them except the ruling party, posted the SP MP. NCW slams Madhya Pradesh minister's objectionable remarks against Col Sofiya Qureshi
Traders urge Centre to impose reciprocal tariffs on carpets imported from Turkey
LUCKNOW: In the wake of Turkey's open support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, the Carpet Export Promotion Council (CEPC) has urged the Union government to impose reciprocal tariffs on machine-made carpets imported from there to ensure fair protection to Indian carpets in the domestic market. The CEPC also raised the issue of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Indian handmade carpets, weakening their global competitiveness. According to CEPC director Sanjay Kumar Gupta, a delegation of the council, led by chairman Kuldeep R Wattal, met minister of state for commerce Jitin Prasada, in the presence of Bhadohi MP Vinod Bind in New Delhi on Wednesday, to put forward the demands including imposing reciprocal tariffs on import of Turkeys machine-made carpets. He said the delegation also pointed out that by imposing reciprocal tariffs on machine-made carpets imported from Turkey, Indian carpets would get fair protection in the domestic market. The basic customs duty on machine-made carpets and other textile floor coverings from Turkey imported by India is 20%, he said, adding that Turkey, however, imposed a 46% duty on import of Indian carpets. Seeking immediate attention of the Indian authorities towards bilateral carpet trade with Turkey in view of the fast-dropping figures of carpet export to the country, the CEPC also wanted immediate intervention on the issue of tariffs imposed by Trump administration on Indian handmade carpets. Turkish firm operating in Indian airports loses security clearance amid Turkey's support for Pakistan As per CEPC sources, in 2015-16, Indias carpet exports to Turkey were worth 17.08 million dollars, but since 2016-17, they started dipping and in 2024-25 (till January end), this figure was 6.5 million dollars. However, there has been a rise in the import of carpets and other floor coverings from Turkey. In 2015-16, the value of the import of carpets from Turkey was 4.20 million dollars. It went up to 13.97 million dollars and 10.01 million dollars in 2022-23 and 2023-24, respectively, and in 2024-25, it was 8.18 million dollars, said council members. Meanwhile, over 50 percent of exports, especially of handmade carpets, are done to the US, where the trend of exports remained above $1000 million since 2020-21 till 2024-25. After the US, the major importers of Indian carpets are European countries, including Germany, UK, France, Italy, along with Canada, Australia, South Africa and Latin American nations like Brazil. The CEPC members claimed that the reciprocal tariff imposed by US President Donald Trump would, on the one hand, increase the cost of carpets for American buyers. On the other hand, other major exporters, including Turkey, with a lower US tariff as compared to India, would get an advantage in the market. Gupta said the cottage industry of carpet weaving generated employment for not only thousands of weavers and artisans but also farmers, who work on looms part-time for weaving. The delegation which met the minister included Ashfaque Ahmad Ansari, Umesh Shukla, Sattar Ansari, Aseem Ansari (Bobby), Sadiq Ansari and Shahid Ansari.
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.
Indian Premier League: Pretty eventful evening: Thats how Mo Bobat, Royal Challengers Bengalurus Director of Cricket, offered a firsthand account of the moment the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 came to a screeching halt on May 8 due to the sudden outbreak of military conflict between India and Pakistan. RCB had just completed their practice session in Dharamsala ahead of their scheduled clash with Lucknow Super Giants on May 9. While returning to the hotel on the team bus, players began noticing something strange. A lot of the guys were watching the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals game on their phones, Bobat said. Suddenly, the floodlights went out, and players left the field. We werent too sure what was going on. It was only after reaching the hotel that the reality began to sink in. Reports and rumours began circulating rapidly whispers of conflict, security alerts, and the possible suspension of the tournament. There was a lot of confusion, a lot of chat in the corridors, Bobat said. That evening was filled with speculation, and by the next morning, we got confirmation that our match was off and the IPL was being suspended for a period. At that moment, Bobat admitted there was genuine concern that the season might be over. Our initial impression was that the competition would be called off for some time. You dont expect a conflict like that to resolve itself as quickly as it did. The focus swiftly shifted to ensuring player safety and well-being. We were quite keen to send the players home because it was a good opportunity for them to take a break. For Indian players, that was relatively simple. For overseas players, Andy [Flower] and I sat them down and asked them what they wanted to do. Most of them said, Look, wed like to go home during this uncertain periodbut were committed, and if needed, well come back. Just five days later, when the BCCI announced that the IPL would resume, the RCB think tank was thrust into action once more. What followed was a frantic 48-hour period of coordination, reassurance, and diplomacy. We found out Monday evening that the tournament was back on, Bobat recalled. Overnight, we started pulling together as much security detail as possible because we had to share that with the players. The overseas recall operation wasnt as simple as booking flights. It involved direct engagement with national cricket boards, including the ECB, Cricket Australia, South Africa, and the West Indies, who needed assurance about the security environment their players would be returning to. We found out Monday evening that the tournament was back on, Bobat recalled. Overnight, we started pulling together as much security detail as possible because we had to share that with the players. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Polygamy being widely misused in Islam: Allahabad HC
LUCKNOW: Giving its observation on the provision of polygamy in Islam, the Allahabad High Court said that though it was permitted in Islam to go for more than one marriage under certain circumstances and with certain conditions, this permission was being widely misused by even going against the mandate of Muslim law. The bench, comprising Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal, said polygamy had been permitted, conditionally, by the Holy Quran in early Islamic times for rehabilitation of widows and orphans after heavy wartime casualties but now the said provision was being misused for selfish purposes. The observation came from the bench while hearing a petition by Furqan and two others challenging chargesheet as well as summon order by a Moradabad court under Sections 376(rape), 495 (second marriage with concealment of former marriage) 120-B ( criminal conspiracy), 504 (insult) and 506 (criminal intimidation) of IPC. An FIR was lodged by the opposite party no. 2 (wife) alleging Furqan married her without disclosing to her that he was already married and that he raped her during the marriage. Furqan contended that the woman admitted to having married him after a relationship. His counsel argued that no offence under Section 494 IPC would be made out against him as, under Muslim Law and the Shariat Act, 1937, a Muslim man was permitted to marry up to four times. It was also submitted that all issues regarding marriage and divorce had to be decided as per the Shariat Act, 1937, which also permitted the man to get married again even during the lifetime of the previous spouse. It was further submitted by the petitioners lawyer that since the 1937 Act is a Special Act, while IPC is the General Act, the former will have an overriding effect over the latter. It was also submitted that in Muslim Law, the second marriage was not void if the first marriage was performed as per Muslim Law. Meanwhile, the state counsel disputed this submission by contending that a second marriage performed by a Muslim man would not always be valid if in case the first marriage was not performed as per Muslim law but as per Special Act or Hindu Law. In such a situation, a second marriage would be void and punishable under Section 494 IPC. The court referred to the concept of nikah (marriage) as per Muslim Personal Law and other authorities on Muslim Law to note that a plurality of marriages was not unconditionally conferred on the husband. The court said that if a Muslim male had married as per Muslim law, his second, third or fourth marriages were not void, hence, Section 494 IPC was also not to be invoked for second marriage, except in cases of second marriage declared Batil (void) as per Shariat by Family Court. Secondly, if first marriage was under Special Marriage Act, 1954, Foreign Marriage Act, 1969, Christian Marriage Act, 1872, Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act, 1936 and Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, and second marriage is as per Muslim law, after conversion to Islam, it will be void and punishable u/s 494. The court referred to judgment in case of Jafar Abbas, wherein it was observed that the Holy Quran forbade polygamy if purpose of marrying more than once was self-interest or sexual desire and further observed that it was for Maulvis (clerics) to ensure Muslims did not abuse the Holy Quran to justify polygamy for vested interest. In this case, the court also held there was no law which declared second marriage under Muslim law void, therefore, it would not be punishable u/s 494 IPC. On whether a second marriage contracted by a Muslim could be declared void, court opined it would be void if declared Batil (void) by Shariat, especially if performed within prohibited degree of relationship. Thus, issuing notice to the opposite party, the court in its order, dated May 8, stayed any coercive action against the applicant and ordered to list the matter in the week commencing May 26.
Lucknow jewellers decide to boycott Turkish jewellery
Following Turkiye's support for Pakistan during recent hostilities with India, jewellers in Lucknow have boycotted Turkish jewellery. This decision will impact the purchase, sale, and display of Turkish-designed items, halting imports and cancelling existing orders.
IPL 2025: Will Jacks Returns To India, Shares Post On Social Media
Lucknow Super Giants: Mumbai Indians received a significant boost ahead of the IPL 2025 resumption, with Englands Will Jacks confirming his availability through an Instagram post that showed him on a flight back to India. Taking to Instagram story section, Jacks shared a special post, featuring his boarding pass, accompanied with an Indian tricolour emoji along with a back arrow. A consistent presence in MIs campaign, Jacks featured in 11 of their first 12 matches, contributing 195 runs across nine innings and chipping in with five wickets through his off-spin. His impact has been notable, having earned Player-of-the-Match honours in crucial home wins against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants, underlining his value as a dependable all-rounder in the side. Though Jacks has returned to India ahead of MI's last two group-stage games but his availability for the final stages of the season is in doubt due to international duty as he has been named in England's limited-overs set-up for the West Indies series, clashing with the rearranged knockout stage. The 25-year-old all-rounders return puts an end to speculation around his participation after foreign players were flown home due to rising military tensions between India and Pakistan earlier this month. The IPL was temporarily suspended following an air strike alert that led to the abandonment of the May 8 fixture between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala. Since then, uncertainty has gripped the availability of overseas stars. With the World Test Championship final beginning on June 11, several key players from Australia and South Africaincluding Mitchell Starc and Jake Fraser-McGurkhave opted out of the remaining matches. The IPL was temporarily suspended following an air strike alert that led to the abandonment of the May 8 fixture between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala. Since then, uncertainty has gripped the availability of overseas stars. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Ram Gopal Yadav ignited controversy by invoking the castes of IAF officers involved in Operation Sindoor briefings, alleging BJP would have attacked them if aware of their backgrounds. This drew sharp criticism from UP CM Yogi Adityanath, who condemned Yadav's casteist remarks as an insult to the armed forces and national pride.
Celebrate victories, not ceasefire: Akhilesh on Tiranga Yatra of BJP
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UP BJP org rejig: Dalits, OBCs likely to weigh in prominently
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2 kids among 5 killed in UP bus blaze
A tragic incident occurred near Lucknow. A private sleeper bus caught fire, resulting in five fatalities. The bus was traveling from Begusarai to Delhi. Among the deceased were two children and a mother-daughter pair. Initial investigations suggest a short circuit in the engine area as the cause. Authorities have announced compensation for the victims' families.
UP cabinet okays incentives for small gram panchayats
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Masiha depicts trauma of refugees after the Partition
UP to bear addl cost of Amrut 2.0 scheme
Man takes wife to NZ, physically abuses her before sending her back
429 illegal structures razed in border areas
5 of wedding party killed as truck rams car in Balrampur
2 kids among 7 killed as dumper rams auto in UP
Maya may bring nephew Akash Anand back into central role at key meet
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Flames of death: Bus tragedy leaves lifelong scars
Bus was overcrowded; driver, conductor fled, say survivors
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CM extends 153 crore to 8K families in need
Ailing Asiatic lion Pataudi dies amid bird flu scare
IPL 2925: Mayank Yadav Ruled Out; Kusal Mendis Named Replacement For Jos Buttler
New Zealander Lockie Ferguson: As the business end of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 approaches, franchises are being forced into last-minute changes due to the unavailability of overseas players because of various reasons and injury setbacks. Express pacer Mayank Yadav has been ruled out of the remainder of the season owing to a back injury, forcing Lucknow Super Giants to bring in a replacement. The 22-year-old, who dazzled in IPL 2024 with his raw pace and breakthrough performances, has struggled with fitness ever since. After making a much-awaited return this season, Yadav featured in only two games before his body gave way once again. Yadav sustained a back injury and is ruled out for the remainder of the season, read a statement from the IPL. LSG, currently fighting for survival in the league stage, have named New Zealand fast bowler Will ORourke as Mayanks replacement. The 22-year-old Kiwi, known for his bounce and discipline, has been signed at a reserve price of 3 crore. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings, still in contention for a playoff spot, have brought in Kyle Jamieson to replace fellow New Zealander Lockie Ferguson, who has also been sidelined due to injury. Jamieson, a versatile seam-bowling all-rounder, joins the Shreyas Iyer-led squad for Rs 2 crore. In another notable update that impacts the top of the table, Jos Buttler will be unavailable for the Gujarat Titans during the playoffs. Buttler has been called up by England for their upcoming ODI series against the West Indies, which begins on May 29 the same day the IPL playoffs kick off. To fill the void, GT have signed Sri Lankas Kusal Mendis, who will make his IPL debut. In another notable update that impacts the top of the table, Jos Buttler will be unavailable for the Gujarat Titans during the playoffs. Buttler has been called up by England for their upcoming ODI series against the West Indies, which begins on May 29 the same day the IPL playoffs kick off. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
IPL 2025: Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, Lucknow Super Giants announce replacements - Times of India
IPL 2025: Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, Lucknow Super Giants announce replacements Times of India
Mayank Yadav breaks down again, ruled out of IPL 2025
Mayank Yadav's injury woes continue as a back injury has sidelined him for the rest of the 2025 IPL season. Lucknow Super Giants have signed New Zealand's William O'Rourke as his replacement. Yadav, who has a history of injuries, managed only two games this season, picking up two wickets.
Boy with rare vascular condition undergoes successful kidney re-transplant at Chennai hospital
The 12-year-old from Lucknow had previously received a kidney transplant, which subsequently failed
UP Cabinet passes resolution praising PM Modi, armed forces for Operation Sindoor
LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet passed a resolution at a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday, congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian armed forces for the successful execution of Operation Sindoor . Finance and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Suresh Khanna, while briefing the media after the cabinet meeting, said that on the successful implementation of Operation Sindoor, a congratulatory resolution was passed on behalf of the Council of Ministers and the people of the state. The resolution thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian armed forces for the extraordinary valour shown during the military face-off between the two countries. Khanna stated that the success of Operation Sindoor by the Indian armed forces reflected Indias unwavering commitment to national security and its resolute stand against terrorism. The Cabinet salutes the bravery, courage, and dedication of our soldiers and expresses wholehearted appreciation. The entire state of Uttar Pradesh takes immense pride in its brave warriors who safeguard the nation with steadfast devotion, stated the minister. The Cabinet also expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for providing strong and steely leadership that made Operation Sindoor successful, Khanna added. The whole nation stands united against terrorism. The operation, which is still on, is a symbol of our strength, unity, and collective resolve to protect the country. This success became possible because the Prime Minister and the Union Cabinet gave full freedom to the armed forces, maintained the UP Finance Minister. He also informed media persons that all Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State with Independent Charge were invited to the Cabinet meeting, and in their presence, this resolution was passed as the first agenda item of the meeting.
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
LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh Police continue their relentless crackdown on individuals posting pro-Pakistan content on social media platforms during Operation Sindoor . As per the police sources, 30 persons across 18 districts have been arrested by the authorities so far for their anti-India and pro-Pakistan posts on social media during the military operation by India in retaliation to Pahalgam terror killings . The police sources claim that, abiding by the directives of UP DGP Prashant Kumar, special team of social media cell of police headquarters has been running a relentless campaign lodging cases against such pro-Pakistan elements in Gorakhpur, Bareilly, Lakhimpur Kheri, Baghpat and many more districts across the state for making objectionable posts and comments on social media. The police authorities are also tracing those who, fearing the police action, deleted their social media accounts after making incendiary comments against India during Operation Sindoor, says a senior police officer. Police have initiated legal action against an account spreading false rumors on social media claiming that 40 people had died in a bomb blast in Gorakhpur during Operation Sindoor. The post was traced to an account under the name of Shalu Tripathi. Similarly, Bareillys Fareedpur resident, Faqruddin, was held for making objectionable posts on Facebook. In Lakhimpur Kheri Sameer Ali and Abdul Ashiq were held for shouting slogan Pakistan Zindabad and writing pro-Pakistan posts on social media. In Baghpat, the district police authorities have booked Usman Zahid for putting anti-India content on social media and a team of cops is out to nab him. The police authorities claim that the action is being taken not only against those who posted objectionable content on social media but also those anti-social elements who commented on such objectionable posts and shared them as well. The police authorities are also suspecting the role of toolkit behind such posts and a thorough investigation is on. On the other hand, Uttar Pradesh Textile Industry Traders Association has given a call to boycott textiles imported from China and Turkiye as both the countries supported Pakistan openly during the recent military face-off between the two neighbours in the aftermath of Pahalgam terror killings. As per the Association sources, a delegation would soon meet Raskha Mantri Rajnath Singh seeking a ban on the textile trade with China and Turkiye. Associations president Ashok Motiyani said that Indian traders import textile from China and Turkiye substantially giving a respectable chunk of revenue to the two terror-supporting countries. As Turkiye and China are openly siding with the enemy country, there is no need to have trade relations with them, says Anil Bajaj, the general secretary of the Association. The scale of textile trade with the two countries could be assessed from the fact that in Lucknow only, the textile traders do a business worth Rs 200 crore per month by importing clothes from Turkiye and China.
IPL 2025: Tim David, Romario Shepherd Join RCB Squad In Bengaluru
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru: As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) eye a direct route to the playoffs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, reinforcements have arrived at just the right time. In a massive boost to their already thriving campaign, key overseas finishers Tim David and Romario Shepherd have rejoined the squad in Bengaluru ahead of their marquee home clash against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) this Saturday. David, who has been central to RCBs late-order fireworks this season, returns to bolster a middle-order that has shown consistent promise. His presence deepens the batting. Alongside him, the return of West Indies allrounder Romario Shepherd adds not just muscle with the bat, but also crucial overs with the ball, though questions linger over his availability for the entire stretch. Shepherds situation is delicate. Having produced one of the fastest fifties in IPL history a 14-ball 53* against Chennai Super Kings earlier in the tournament the 30-year-old has now been called up for West Indies ODI squads against both Ireland (May 2125) and England (from May 29), which overlaps with the IPL playoffs. His departure date remains unclear, leaving RCB management hoping for a window that allows him to feature in at least the final league games. Meanwhile, Englands power-packed trio Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone, and Phil Salt have also landed in Bengaluru. Of the three, Salt is the most significant returnee. The explosive opener has been in red-hot form this season and is expected to be available until the end of the tournament. His England call-up for the T20I series against West Indies doesnt kick in until June 6, by which time the IPL would be concluded. Livingstone, who adds a multidimensional edge to the squad with his big-hitting and useful spin, is back in contention and, depending on team composition, may feature in the final matches. However, Jacob Bethells stint will be brief. The 20-year-old has been cleared to play only two matches including the home fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 23 before flying back to England for their white-ball tour of the Caribbean. That means hell miss RCBs final league clash against Lucknow Super Giants on May 27 in Lucknow. RCBs overseas reinforcements are timely, especially with two key fast bowlers Josh Hazlewood and Lungi Ngidi still unavailable. Hazlewood is recovering from a minor shoulder niggle and remains under the watch of Cricket Australias medical staff. Though his injury isnt considered serious, RCB are yet to receive a final clearance. He has already been named in Australias squad for the World Test Championship final starting June 11 at Lords, signaling that his long-term fitness is intact. RCBs overseas reinforcements are timely, especially with two key fast bowlers Josh Hazlewood and Lungi Ngidi still unavailable. Hazlewood is recovering from a minor shoulder niggle and remains under the watch of Cricket Australias medical staff. Though his injury isnt considered serious, RCB are yet to receive a final clearance. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
5 Killed, Including 2 Children As Moving Bus Catches Fire In Lucknow
Five passengers, including two children, were killed when a private bus caught fire in the Mohanlalganj area here early Thursday, police said.
Five people, including two children, died early Thursday morning after a fire broke out in a double-decker bus on Kisaan Path in Lucknow, said an official.
6 dead, 3 injured in UP's Hardoi as auto collides with dumper truck
A devastating head-on collision between an auto-rickshaw and a dumper truck near Hardalmau turn in Hardoi district resulted in the immediate deaths of six individuals and serious injuries to three others. Among the deceased were two women and four men, with the auto carrying nine passengers, including two children.
IPL 2025 playoffs scenarios explained: Who needs to do what to qualify
Following a brief interruption, the IPL is set to resume on May 17, with Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants vying for the final playoff spot. MI and DC are in a strong position, while KKR and LSG face an uphill battle. Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad have been eliminated from contention.
5 dead, 8 injured as truck rams car in UP's Balrampur
Late Wednesday night, a tragic road accident in Balrampur claimed the lives of five members of a Gonda family. Their Ertiga car was struck by a speeding truck on National Highway-730 as they returned from a wedding in Shravasti.
Five, including two children killed as bus catches fire in Lucknow
According to police, the private sleeper bus which was its way from Begusarai in Bihar to Delhi, caught fire due to a suspected short circuit.
Five passengers were charred to death and one injured when a Delhi-bound private sleeper bus from Bihar caught fire in the Mohanlalganj area of the state capital of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow, on Thursday, police sources said here.
Two children among five killed as moving bus catches fire in Lucknow
LUCKNOW: Five people, including two children, were killed when a private bus caught fire in the Mohanlalganj area here early Thursday, police said. They said the incident occurred around 5 am on Kisan Path, a major roadway on the outskirts of Lucknow. According to sources, the bus was carrying 80 passengers. Assistant Commissioner of Police (Mohanlalganj) Rajneesh Verma said the bus was en route to Delhi from Begusarai in Bihar when it suddenly caught fire. Initial investigation suggests that the fire may have started due to a short circuit in the bus' gearbox, Verma told PTI. Most of the passengers were asleep when the fire started. It spread rapidly and five passengers -- two women, two children and a man -- were unable to get out in time and died. Several other passengers sustained injuries and have been taken to a hospital for treatment, police said. According to eyewitnesses, the flames were visible from almost a kilometre away. The bus did not come to a halt immediately after the fire broke out, the eyewitnesses said. Firefighters reached the spot promptly and managed to control the blaze within half an hour. Police found that the emergency exit door of the bus failed to open, which led to passengers sitting in the rear getting trapped inside. According to authorities, a probe to determine the exact cause of the fire is underway.
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'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.
Allahabad HC dismisses PIL plea over Rahul Gandhis citizenship issue as withdrawn
LUCKNOW: The Allahabad High Court on Wednesday dismissed as withdrawn a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking cancellation of the citizenship of Rahul Gandhi and a ban on his overseas travel while the matter is pending, after expressing doubt over the authenticity of the documents presented by the petitioner. A division bench of the Lucknow bench, comprising Justice Attau Rehman Masoodi and Justice Ajai Kumar Srivastava-I, questioned petitioner S Vignesh Shishir, a BJP worker from Karnataka, about the legitimacy of the foreign passport he claimed Rahul Gandhi possessed. Who verified the UK passport and who is the issuing authority? the bench asked, further enquiring whether the authenticity of the passport had been established. In response, Shishir told the court that he had a video of Rahul Gandhi holding a passport of another country. The bench then suggested, File an RTI. We cannot help you. This was Shishirs third PIL on Gandhis citizenship issue. The earlier two pleas had been disposed of without any effective relief. The latest PIL was filed four days after his second one was dismissed by the same bench. In that hearing, on 5 May, the court had granted Shishir the liberty to explore other legal remedies, after the Centre informed it that it could not provide a timeline for resolving the issue. While dismissing the current petition, the bench observed that there was no new or relevant material to seek the courts indulgence and permitted the petitioner to withdraw it, with liberty to file a review of the order. Shishir contended that he had received correspondence from the UK government confirming that Gandhis passport had been forwarded to the Union Home Ministry. He urged the court to direct the Centre to make the UK passport public. The court, however, declined to issue such directions, noting that Shishir had already submitted a representation to the Home Ministry and should await its response. In his plea, Shishir had sought a direction to the Union of India to cancel Rahul Gandhis Indian passport on the grounds that he was allegedly not a citizen of India. He also urged the court to initiate criminal proceedings under Section 12 of the Passports Act, 1967, for allegedly furnishing false information to obtain an Indian passport. Shishir claimed there was a high probability that Gandhi would abscond/flee and seek asylum in a foreign nation to evade the process of law in India if not restrained from travelling abroad during the pendency of the matter. He further told the bench that a notice had been issued to Gandhi by the Centre based on the material he had submitted to the court.
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 .
Missiles in Lucknow, drones in Aligarh: How UP is powering India's defence future
Uttar Pradesh is advancing towards defence self-reliance with the launch of a BrahMos missile unit in Lucknow, attracting significant investments across its Defence Industrial Corridor. This corridor, spanning six cities, focuses on manufacturing missiles, ammunition, drones, and electronic warfare systems.
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.
KGMU Extends Nursing Officer Recruitment Deadline to May 31, 2025
King Georges Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow has extended the registration deadline for its Nursing Officer Recruitment 2025 to May 31, 2025. Candidates can now pay their application fees until May 25. This recruitment drive aims to fill 733 positions, with specific fee structures for different categories. The article provides detailed steps on how to apply and links to important notifications. Stay informed about this opportunity to join KGMU's healthcare team.
UP CM launches Bharat Shaurya Tiranga Yatra in Lucknow, terms Pak failed state
Lucknow, May 14: Holding the tricolour high, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath flagged off the Bharat Shaurya Tiranga Yatra on Wednesday and commended the armed forces for successfully striking terror infrastructure in the failed nation of Pakistan. The success of Operation Sindoor, carried out in retaliation to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, sent a powerful message to Indias enemies, he said. Pointing to the huge congregation at the rally, one of the many being organised by the BJP [] The post UP CM launches Bharat Shaurya Tiranga Yatra in Lucknow, terms Pak failed state appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mayawati condemns derogatory remarks on Col Qureshi, Cong demands MP ministers sacking
Lucknow, May 14: BSP chief Mayawati on Wednesday condemned the purported objectionable remarks made by Madhya Pradesh minister Vijay Shah against Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, terming them deeply saddening and shameful. The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister demanded strict action to prevent communal disharmony and uphold the dignity of Indias armed forces. In a strongly worded post on X, Mayawati said, First the Foreign Secretary and then a woman officer of the Army have been subjected to disgusting, indecent [] The post Mayawati condemns derogatory remarks on Col Qureshi, Cong demands MP ministers sacking appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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.
CSIR IITR Lucknow JSA Typing Test Admit Card 2025 OUT Download Link iitr.res.in
CSIR Indian Institute of Toxicology Research has officially released the CSIR IITR Lucknow Junior Secretariat Assistant Typing Test Admit Card 2025. Candidates who have applied for the JSA Typing Test Exam can now download their admit card from the official website iitr.res.in.
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