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News18
25-07-2025
- News18
14-Year-Old Kanwariya Killed, Other Injured In UP's Budaun After Tractor-Trolley Ran Over Them
A 14-year-old kanwariya died and several others were injured after a tractor-trolley ran over them in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh. The driver was detained. A 14-year-old kanwariya died while several others were injured after a tractor-trolley ran over them on Friday afternoon in Uttar Pradesh's Budaun. The group of Kanwars was resting beside their vehicle when the incident happened, police said. According to the police, the accident occurred in the Ujhani area around 3 pm when Ankit, from Bareilly district, was resting on the roadside beside their tractor-trolley after taking water from Kachla Ghat with his group. Another group of kanwariyas in their tractor-trolley ran over Ankit and his group, who were resting beside their vehicle. The boy died on the spot while others were injured, news agency PTI quoted Circle Officer Devendra Singh as saying. Following the accident, Ankit's group assaulted the driver of the other tractor-trolley, Lalla Babu, and torched the vehicle. They also staged a roadblock. The officer said that during the clash between the two groups, some were injured. According to Singh, police arrived at the scene, calmed the crowd, and cleared the roadblock. Meanwhile, a fire brigade team also responded promptly, extinguishing the blaze. The accused driver has been detained, and the body has been sent for post-mortem, he added. (With inputs from PTI) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Bhilwara farmers accuse UIT of tampering with master plan
Bhilwara: Accusing the Bhilwara Urban Improvement Trust (UIT) of tampering with the city's master plan, hundreds of farmers staged a protest at the collectorate Tuesday and submitted a memorandum addressed to the Prime Minister. They demanded the reinstatement of the previously proposed multipurpose plan and warned of a mass sit-in protest if no action is taken within seven days. The protest follows allegations by Bhilwara Property Dealers and Brokers Association, whose legal in-charge Rajkumar Taylor accused UIT officials of ignoring govt orders and manipulating the city's long-term development blueprint. He warned that legal action would be pursued if the issues are not addressed promptly. Farmer leader Devendra Singh strongly criticised the proposed E-2 plan, claiming it is flawed and includes a 1200-feet wide road, which he said was inferior to the earlier multipurpose plan that was scrapped. He accused the UIT of turning the peripheral area into a "fraudulent zone" and warned that 7,000 farmers will sit on strike outside the UIT office if the plan is not rectified. The protest march, which began at the Ajmer Jail intersection, saw participation from hundreds of male and female farmers raising slogans against the UIT. The memorandum submitted to the additional district collector conveyed their demands and concerns. Meanwhile, the UIT is conducting a lottery for 3,081 residential plots in nine housing schemes announced in the state budget. Protesters pointed out that Bhilwara charges Rs 2,000 as an application fee, compared to Rs 1,000 in Ajmer for a similar scheme. Bhilwara district collector and UIT chairman Jasmeet Singh Sandhu said, no changes have been made to the multipurpose plan under Section 32. He urged residents not to be misled and said, a committee has been formed to consider public suggestions.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Time of India
Mazaar vandalised ahead of religious yatra in Haryana's Nuh; locals, police prevent communal flare-up, internet suspended
GURGAON: An attempt by miscreants to stoke unrest ahead of an annual religious yatra in Haryana's Nuh was thwarted by vigilant locals and swift police action in the early hours of Monday after a mazaar was vandalised in Tauru city of the district. Locals were quick to inform police, following which security measures were immediately ramped up for Braj Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra. Two years ago, it was around this yatra that communal tension spiked, triggering riots in Nuh, Gurgaon and other south Haryana districts. Vandals targeted a walled mazaar at Sainipura, a site revered by people across communities, according to locals. You Can Also Check: Gurgaon AQI | Weather in Gurgaon | Bank Holidays in Gurgaon | Public Holidays in Gurgaon "No sooner did that happen than the caretaker of the mazaar informed locals. A large crowd gathered around the site to prevent any further disruption. Police and officials from the district administration were informed as well," a local resident said. Checks, close police watch on city's border with Nuh A team of cops and administration officials reached the site and prevented the situation from flaring up. "We are trying to identify and trace the culprits who wanted to hamper peace in the area ahead of Brajmandal Jalabhishek Yatra in Nuh. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cách giao dịch ETH/USD mà không cần nắm giữ Ether IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Appropriate action will be taken against such miscreants," an official said. "An investigation has been initiated. We deployed additional security around the area after the incident," the official added. No untoward incident was reported during the yatra - scheduled for the first day of saawan every year - that went ahead as scheduled on Monday, but under close police watch. Internet was suspended in Nuh as a precautionary measure. By evening, officials said, the mazaar was restored as well. "Necessary action was taken by the administration after being informed about the mazaar incident. The subdivisional magistrate of Tauru, Jitendra Garg, and DSP Devendra Singh inspected the area and spoke to representatives from various communities. People were advised to trust information circulated by govt only and not fall for any provocative post on social media," said Vishram Kumar Meena, Nuh's deputy commissioner. According to police spokesperson Krishna, an FIR was yet to be registered till late on Monday evening. Security had been intensified across Nuh ahead of the yatra during which severe communal violence and rioting had broken out two years ago, resulting in six deaths, including those of two home guards. The violence, which spread to neighbouring Gurgaon and Palwal, saw arson and property damage. That year, the yatra was preceded by inflammatory social media posts, which had led to a charged atmosphere. Violence broke out when the yatra entered Nuh. Taking no chances this time, govt had deployed more than 2,500 security personnel, including dog squads and mounted police, across the district. Besides suspension of mobile internet, the administration also enforced Section 163 of the Indian Civil Defence Code 2023, prohibiting firecrackers, drones, light aircraft, kite flying, and meat sales in the area. Security was strengthened at the Gurgaon border too, where 500 personnel were deployed. "Checkpoints were set up at various places by Sunday evening itself to ensure no one crossed the border and reached Nuh with weapons. These checkpoints will be there till Tuesday morning," said DCP (south) Hitesh Yadav. The jalabhishek yatra has become an annual event over the past few years. It begins from the Nalheshwar Mahadev temple in Nalhar, crosses the Jhir temple in Ferozepur Jhirka before concluding at Shrangeshwar Mandir in Punahana. Cow vigilante Raj Kumar alias Bittu Bajrangi was placed under house arrest in Faridabad on Monday to prevent his participation in the yatra. Bajrangi, who was accused of inciting communal violence during the yatra in July 2023, has been denied permission by the Nuh police to attend this year's event. Before his house arrest, Bajrangi approached the Punjab and Haryana high court, seeking permission to join the procession. Meanwhile, Nuh DC Vishram Kumar Meena announced that internet and SMS services have been restored in the district, which were likely suspended as a precautionary measure in the lead-up to the yatra.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IIT-BHU's new UG curriculum offers more flexibility
Varanasi: The IIT-BHU has announced significant changes in its B Tech curriculum to align with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, offering more flexibility and opportunities. The changes will be implemented from academic session 2025-26. Dean (academic affairs) prof Devendra Singh said that from the fourth semester onwards, students will have five academic pathways to choose from, based on merit and their preferences. From the fifth semester, BTech students with a minor can take 4-6 courses in another discipline while BTech students can complete a second major alongside their primary major, extending the program to 10 semesters. BTech students can complete under IDD, extending the program to 10 semesters. A student enrolled in a four-year BTech program can earn a minor degree by completing a minimum of four and a maximum of six courses in another engineering discipline during the fifth, seventh, and eighth semesters. About the BTech second major, he said that a student who initially pursued a Minor and then completes the 10-semester curriculum in the second discipline will earn a Second Major degree, effectively graduating with degrees in two engineering disciplines. Students who initially opt for a Minor can later switch to the Second Major track based on seat availability and merit. Associate dean (academic) Prof Indrajit Sinha highlighted that students can also earn the Integrated Dual Degree program for BTech and MTech degree in a single discipline within 10 semesters. Architecture (B Arch) students in the five-year program are also eligible for the Minor and Second Major options, with the latter extending the program to six years. tnn Prof Singh elaborated that the traditional branch-change system after the first year has been discontinued. Instead, students can diversify by adding a Minor or Second Major without changing their primary branch. He also noted that the sixth semester of every B Tech program has been earmarked for industrial or research internships, giving students hands-on experience and stronger industry connections. IIT (BHU) has also implemented a Multiple Exit Framework, which allows students to exit the programme at different stages based on earned credits. Prof Singh further shared that the institute has launched an MTech programme in Medical Devices to bridge engineering and healthcare. Additionally, AI-based industry-focussed courses are being launched in collaboration with the Saras AI Institute, and a standards-focused course is proposed in partnership with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Director of IIT (BHU) Prof Amit Patra emphasized that the new curriculum promotes holistic education and interdisciplinary dialogue, giving students the freedom to tailor their academic journey while ensuring a strong foundation in their core discipline. He stated, "This curriculum is a major step towards nurturing graduates who are not only academically strong but also socially conscious and industry-ready, keeping pace with modern-day requirements. "
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Time of India
1823 tea bushes come alive at Botanic Garden after 4-month revival efforts
1 2 3 Howrah: A full-fledged tea garden that had been established by the British at the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Botanic Garden in Shibpur, Howrah, in 1823 but subsequently declined due to neglect has been revived once again. The new tea garden, spanning one and a half bighas, demonstrates that tea cultivation is feasible on flat land. Located opposite the Great Banyan Tree, this sloped garden replicates the style of Darjeeling tea estates and has been opened to visitors on Friday afternoon. The garden also offers 70 species of plants for purchase at reasonable prices, with plans for expansion. The experimental project at Botanic Garden employs scientific methods to ensure the tea plants' survival in challenging weather conditions. Saplings sourced from Darjeeling's foothills are showing promising growth. Senior officials from the Botanical Survey of India attended the public inauguration, and authorities anticipate increased visitor interest once tea production commences. The garden's historical significance dates to 1823 when the British initiated tea production here, distributing saplings across India. The garden played significant role in the development of tea cultivation in India, particularly Assam and Darjeeling. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo The garden, founded in 1786, was instrumental in introducing and acclimatizing tea plants, including tea bushes smuggled from China. The recent revival effort began with planting 500 saplings from Darjeeling foothills and Dooars in Feb. Though 25% saplings did not survive, scientists at the garden took multiple measures to ensure the rest not only survived but flourished. Due to the different climate and soil, the authorities focused on preparing suitable soil for tea cultivation from the start. One and a half bighas of land were sloped to prevent waterlogging, and the soil's acidity was reduced. An auto-sprinkler system was installed to water the tea plants at specific times daily. A separate department has been created for the garden's maintenance. Botanic Garden joint director Devendra Singh reported that 75% of plants have adapted successfully. Joint secretary Namita Prasad of the Central Ministry of Environment noted that tea production would enhance the garden's appeal. The facility now offers 70 plant species for sale, with QR codes for tracking rare specimens' distribution.
