Kanpur: Researchers at IIT Kanpur led by Professor Arun K. Shukla have uncovered the molecular basis underlying the atypical signalling behaviour of C5aR2, an immune receptor that has puzzled scientists for years. Using cryogenic-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), the team revealed why C5aR2 functions differently from its closely related counterpart, C5aR1, and developed a molecule that selectively targets it, advancing efforts to better understand immune signalling and drug design. Considered as the first line of defense against pathogenic infections, including deadly bacteria and viruses, it is the body’s complement system, which involves…
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IIT Kanpur Extends Application Deadlines for Online Postgraduate Programs for September 2026 Batch
Candidates Appearing for the IIT Kanpur Online Entrance Test Can Apply Till July 1; Entrance Test-Exempt Candidates Have Until July 10 Kanpur: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has extended the application deadlines for its Online Postgraduate Programs for the September 2026 academic session in response to the strong interest received from learners across the country. Candidates required to appear for the IIT Kanpur Online Entrance Test can now apply until July 1, 2026, while candidates eligible for entrance test exemption may submit their applications until July 10, 2026.…
Read MoreThe Lesson Staged at International Buddhist Research Institute in Lucknow
Lucknow: The acclaimed theatrical production The Lesson, based on the celebrated absurdist play by renowned playwright Eugène Ionesco, was staged at the International Buddhist Research Institute, Gomti Nagar, as part of a three-day cultural programme organized by Shraddha Manav Seva Kalyan Samiti, Lucknow. The event was held with financial support from the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, under its approved cultural promotion initiative. The performance was presented by Akanksha Theatre Arts, Lucknow, and drew an enthusiastic audience of theatre enthusiasts, artists, and cultural patrons. The Hindi adaptation of the…
Read MoreLucknow Bioscope Hosts ‘Mah-e-Garv’ Open Mic Celebrating Pride, Inclusion and Self-Expression
Lucknow: Lucknow Bioscope hosted “Mah-e-Garv: Lucknow’s Queer Pride – Open Mic” on Sunday, bringing together artists, writers, performers and community members for an evening dedicated to identity, expression and inclusivity. Held at Lucknow Bioscope on JC Bose Marg, the event created a welcoming platform for participants to share stories, experiences and creative performances while celebrating the city’s diverse queer community. The programme opened with a captivating Kathak performance by Sanjeev, who began with a traditional Durga Stuti before presenting a series of expressive narrative pieces. Reflecting on his performance, he…
Read MoreLucknow Divisional Road Safety Committee Reviews Accident Prevention Measures, Directs Strict Enforcement
Lucknow: A meeting of the Divisional Road Safety Committee was held under the chairmanship of Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant, focusing on strengthening road safety measures, reducing accidents, improving identified black spots, curbing vehicle overloading, and ensuring stricter compliance with traffic regulations across the Lucknow Division. The meeting, held at the Commissioner’s Auditorium, was attended by senior officials from the Transport Department, Traffic Police, Public Works Department (PWD), National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Health Department, Municipal Corporation, and other concerned agencies, along with the Additional District Magistrate (East)…
Read MoreINERA Crop Science and CropNXT Partner to Expand Sustainable Farming Solutions
Strategic Alliance Targets 65 Lakh Farmers and ₹500 Crore Agri-Growth Opportunity Lucknow: INERA Crop Science and CropNXT Solutions have announced a multi-year strategic partnership aimed at expanding access to science-based biological agricultural solutions for farmers across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Odisha. The collaboration is expected to create a business opportunity of nearly ₹500 crore while reaching more than 65 lakh farmers through a network of over 5,000 channel partners and retail outlets. The initiative also aims to promote the adoption of biological agricultural inputs across nearly 20 lakh…
Read MoreConference of Ex-Servicemen Bankers Welfare Committee Held in Lucknow; Uttar Pradesh Unit Formed
Sanjay Rai Elected President of Uttar Pradesh Unit Lucknow: A conference to establish the Uttar Pradesh unit of the All India Ex-Servicemen Bankers Welfare Committee was held at Vishva Samvad Kendra in Jiamau, Lucknow. The event brought together retired armed forces personnel currently serving or formerly employed in the banking and financial sectors to discuss issues concerning their welfare, representation, and professional interests. The programme commenced with the lighting of a ceremonial lamp before an image of Bharat Mata, followed by the singing of the National Anthem. The ceremony was…
Read MoreLucknow Airport Becomes India’s First FSSAI-Certified ‘Eat Right Campus’
LUCKNOW: Lucknow Airport, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first airport in India to be certified as an ‘Eat Right Campus’ by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). This prestigious recognition underscores the airport’s steadfast commitment to ensuring safe, hygienic, and nutritious food for passengers and staff across its premises. The certification has been awarded for a period of two years, from 24 March 2026 to 23 March 2028, in accordance with the guidelines established by FSSAI. Lucknow Airport has secured this recognition with a…
Read MoreSTF Arrests Suspected Opium Smuggler in Bareilly, Seizes Narcotics Worth ₹25 Lakh
Bareilly: The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has arrested an alleged narcotics trafficker and seized two kilograms of illegal opium with an estimated international market value of approximately ₹25 lakh during a special operation in Bareilly district. According to officials, the STF Field Unit in Bareilly was acting on intelligence inputs regarding the movement of illegal narcotic substances across various districts of Uttar Pradesh. Based on specific information, a surveillance and interception operation was launched under the supervision of senior STF officers. Arrest Near Toll Plaza The accused, identified…
Read MoreLucknow University Marks World Circadian Day 2026, Highlights Importance of Biological Clocks for Lifelong Health
Experts Emphasize Circadian Rhythm Balance as the Key to Healthy Childhood, Well-Being, and Healthy Ageing Lucknow: The Department of Zoology at Lucknow University commemorated World Circadian Day 2026 with a special academic and awareness programme focused on the theme, “Circadian Health for All: From Healthy Childhood to Healthy Ageing.” The event was jointly organized in collaboration with the Indian Society of Chronomedicine (ISCM), the ISCM-FBRL Rhythm Center, and the Nutrition Council of India (NCI). World Circadian Day, observed annually on June 24, was introduced this year by the Society for…
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