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IIT Kanpur’s SATHEE Initiative Ignites Competitive Exam Success in Punjab’s Government Schools

July 17, 2025 Arijit Bose

Kanpur, July 17, 2025 – The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, in a groundbreaking collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has successfully implemented its transformative SATHEE (Self-Assessment Test and Help for Entrance Exams) initiative across 569 non-School of Eminence (non-SOE) government institutions in Punjab during the last academic year. This free, technology-driven platform is democratizing access to high-quality competitive exam coaching, yielding remarkable results for students in the state. The impact of SATHEE on academic performance in Punjab has been significant. The number of students qualifying…

The Hidden Carbon War Beneath India’s Growth Story

July 15, 2025 Arijit Bose

Manoj Singh, Retd IAS, ex ACS, UP Govt New Delhi: For over a century, India’s economic transformation has surged forward on the shoulders of coal-fired power, oil-fueled industry, and steel-driven infrastructure. But beneath this ascent lies an invisible war—one waged silently by forests, rivers, coasts, and soils that have absorbed a remarkable portion of the damage. A new analysis shows that since 1920, India’s natural ecosystems have sequestered between 60 to 80 percent of the country’s historical carbon dioxide emissions. Yet despite their resilience, India remains a net carbon emitter,…

Technical Workshop on “Low-Carbon Building Pathway for Uttar Pradesh” Held

July 15, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A pivotal technical workshop titled “Low-Carbon Building Pathway for Uttar Pradesh” was held at the Faculty of Architecture and Planning (FOAP), Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Tagore Marg Campus, Lucknow. The workshop was part of the Asia Low-Carbon Building Transition (ALCBT) project, aiming to accelerate the adoption of sustainable, energy-efficient buildings in the state. The initiative is being implemented by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) in collaboration with Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) and Greentree Global. It is supported by the International Climate Initiative (IKI) of…

Dr. Ramashish Rai Honoured with Grand Welcome at RLD Headquarters in Lucknow

July 15, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A grand celebration was held at the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) Uttar Pradesh headquarters in Lucknow to honour Dr. Ramashish Rai, the state president of the party, on receiving an Honorary Doctorate from Yoga University of America. The degree was awarded in recognition of his groundbreaking research on the powers and persona of Lord Hanuman, symbolizing a unique blend of spiritual depth and scholarly pursuit. This marked Dr. Rai’s first visit to the party office after receiving the doctorate. He was given a warm and ceremonial welcome by party…

Pioneer India Launches Automotive 360° Surround View Camera System

July 15, 2025July 15, 2025 Anil Jaiswal

New Delhi: Pioneer India Launches Automotive 360° Surround View Camera System and Announces OEM Deal with Leading Automaker New Delhi, India, July 15, 2025: Pioneer India today announced the launch of its new Automotive 360° Surround View Camera System, designed to enhance driver safety and visibility in complex traffic conditions. As part of this milestone, Pioneer also revealed that it has secured an OEM customer in India, marking a major step forward in its growth strategy for the Indian market. The 360° Surround View Camera System is engineered to provide…

Shubhanshu Shukla’s 18-Day Space Odyssey: A New Dawn for India’s Human Spaceflight

July 15, 2025 Arijit Bose

Shubhanshu Shukla’s 18-Day Space Odyssey: A New Dawn for India’s Human Spaceflight Lucknow: To the Stars — and Back. From June 26 to July 14, 2025, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, a 39-year-old Indian Air Force test pilot and astronaut, etched his name into history as the first Indian to visit the International Space Station (ISS) — and the second Indian in space after Rakesh Sharma’s landmark 1984 mission. His 18-day voyage aboard the ISS as part of Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) wasn’t just a personal triumph, but a massive leap…

Fauja Singh: The Turbaned Tornado Bows Out, But His Legacy Runs On

July 15, 2025 Arijit Bose

Fauja Singh: The Turbaned Tornado Bows Out, But His Legacy Runs On Beas Pind, Punjab – The world today mourns the loss of a legend whose life defied limits and whose spirit never stopped running. Fauja Singh, fondly known as the “Turbaned Tornado,” passed away at the age of 114 after being hit by an unidentified vehicle in his native village of Beas Pind, near Jalandhar. Succumbing to head injuries, his passing leaves a void that no finish line can fill. Born on April 1, 1911, Fauja’s life was one…

Indian Railways to Enhance Passenger Safety with CCTV Cameras

July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

New Delhi / Lucknow— In a significant move to bolster passenger safety, Indian Railways has announced the installation of CCTV cameras in all passenger coaches and locomotives across the country. Following successful trials in the Northern Railway zone, the initiative will now be implemented nationwide, covering over 74,000 train coaches and 15,000 engines with state-of-the-art surveillance systems. According to officials, each coach will be fitted with four dome-shaped CCTV cameras, strategically placed near the coach doors to monitor the movement of passengers. The locomotives will have a total of six…

Countdown Begins for Shubhanshu Shukla’s Return from ISS

July 14, 2025July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow — The nation holds its breath as Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla gears up for his return journey from the International Space Station (ISS). Scheduled to depart later this evening as part of the Axiom-4 mission, Shukla and his three crewmates will embark on a 22.5-hour voyage back to Earth, marking a significant moment in India’s growing presence in space exploration. The excitement is palpable at Shukla’s home in Lucknow, where his family members have been fervently praying for his safe return. On the occasion of the first Monday of the…

Nipah Virus Alert in Kerala: One Dead, Six Districts on High Alert as Infections Resurface

July 14, 2025 Arijit Bose

Thiruvananthapuram — Kerala has once again sounded the alarm on Nipah virus after the death of a 58-year-old man in the Kumaramputhur area of Palakkad district. The state’s health department confirmed on Monday that the cause of death was indeed the deadly Nipah virus, following test results received from the National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune. This marks the second confirmed Nipah-related fatality in the district, triggering urgent containment and surveillance measures across six districts. According to officials, the deceased had been undergoing treatment for fever and related symptoms, but…