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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
IIT-K pays tribute to armed forces for valour exhibited during Op Sindoor
Lucknow: Amidst surge in nationalist sentiment across the country following Operation Sindoor , IIT-Kanpur on Tuesday hosted the 'Rashtra Pratham' programme to salute the valour of the armed forces. Reaffirming the institute's deep-rooted commitment to the ideals of 'Nation First', the event brought together students, faculty and defence personnel to pay tribute to strengthen the spirit of national service. Prof Braj Bhushan, deputy director, IIT-K, highlighted the institute's leadership not only in academic excellence but also in fostering social responsibility. He also referenced Operation Sindoor, a recent mission symbolising technological and strategic collaboration, and expressed immense pride in the soldiers and the institute's contribution to the nation's defence ecosystem. Chief guest Brigadier Shabbarul Hasan, Station Commander of Army & Kanpur Cantonment Board, appreciated the partnership between the armed forces and IIT-Kanpur. He spoke about India's military history, referencing operations such as Cactus, the Indo-Pak wars, and Operation Sindoor, reiterating India's readiness to defend its sovereignty. He also noted the strategic relevance of the Defence Corridor in Kanpur and how it reflects the Army's role in national development. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Undo The event urged all citizens to remain vigilant, stay updated via official channels, avoid sharing unverified content, and report suspicious activities promptly—underscoring the collective responsibility in upholding the spirit of 'Rashtra Pratham'. Prof Manindra Agrawal, director of IIT-Kanpur, emphasised the institute's pivotal role in advancing India's development. He stated, "As an institute, it is our responsibility to drive the nation's progress. He underscored IIT-K's active collaboration with the armed forces in strategically important areas such as cybersecurity, drones and Unmanned Aerial Vigyan Manthan showcases young scientific minds Former director general of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Prof Ashutosh Sharma, emphasised the importance of inculcating self-confidence, self-respect and sense of humour along with scientific inquisitiveness.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
JEE Advanced 2025 Answer Key: Provisional answer scripts out at jeeadv.ac.in
JEE Advanced 2025 Answer Key: The Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IIT-K) has released the provisional answer keys for the JEE Advanced 2025. The provisional answer keys are issued, students can download the same from the official website– The tech institute had already released the candidate's response sheets on May 22. The question papers of JEE Advanced 2025 have already been made available for Paper 1 and Paper 2 in English and Hindi. Candidates now have the opportunity to submit feedback and objections on the provisional answer keys from May 26 to 27, according to an official announcement by IIT Kanpur. The Institute further confirmed that the final answer key, along with the results, will be released on the official website on June 2. JEE Advanced 2025 Paper Analysis Step 1: Go to the official website — Step 2: Go to the candidate portal by logging in with the application number and date of birth Step 3: Click on the answer key feedback tab Step 4: Raise grievances against the answer key Step 5: Upload supporting documents, pay the fee Step 6: Submit the feedback on the JEE Advanced answer key JEE Advanced 2025 Expected Cut off Candidates will only be able to challenge the answer key in online mode; objections raised through email or any other offline mode will not be considered valid. Candidates are required to explain and attach supporting documents while raising objections against the answer key. Candidates should calculate scores using the answer key, candidates need compare their answers with the response sheet. JEE Advanced Marks vs Rank Predictor 2025 This year, the examination was conducted on May 18. According to the JEE Advanced marking scheme for paper 1 and paper, there will be negative markings for wrong answers marked for some questions. While full three marks will be awarded only if the correct option is chosen, no marks will be awarded if none of the options are chosen. For marking wrong answers, one mark will be deducted. If a question is dropped from the JEE Advanced question paper, full marks for that question will be awarded to all candidates irrespective of the fact that they have attempted the question or not.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
PCOS & disorders of hair, nail & skin
Lalit Kapoor is a 1971 graduate from IIT Kanpur and has done his MBA from UCLA. Lalit is a successful serial entrepreneur in Silicon Valley. With age, he developed lifestyle diseases and decided to reverse them by changing diet and lifestyle. This led him to study and research in the field of nutrition and plant-based whole food field. Eventually, he successfully got rid of all his chronic diseases and reinvented himself. Lalit became an inspiration for his IIT-K batch mates and started to guide them with his learnings. Many of them benefitted and successfully reversed their chronic diseases. He further incorporated the Nobel prize winning work by Nobel laureates Dr Yoshinori Ohsumi (2016) on autophagy, Dr Jeffery Hall (2017) on circadian rhythm and Dr Tasuko Honzo (2018) on immunotherapy into his recommendations. He has conducted over 450 course sessions which have been attended by over 150,000 people in over 50 countries with thousands of success stories. He runs over 100 active social groups and his NGO 'Plant Based Wellness Foundation' has over 40 centers worldwide. Lalit has also taught a course as a visiting faculty on Nutrition & Health at IIT Kanpur for one semester. LESS ... MORE Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) PCOS is the most common endocrinological disorder affecting women of reproductive age worldwide. Symptoms 1. Menstrual irregularity 2. Hyperandrogenism: excessive production of male hormones leading to facial hair growth and acne 3. Multiple cysts in ovaries 4. Obesity Diagnosis typically involves laboratory tests and imaging studies. PCOS is a chronic condition that can persist for years or even a lifetime. Causes The exact cause of PCOS remains unclear, but several contributing factors have been identified: Hormonal imbalance – Elevated levels of androgens (male sex hormones) interfere with normal ovarian function. In PCOS, the ovaries often fail to produce sufficient hormones needed for egg maturation. Obesity – While not a direct cause, it can exacerbate hormonal imbalance and insulin resistance. Genetics – There appears to be a hereditary component, as the condition is more common among identical twins and first-degree relatives. Emerging research suggests that certain dietary patterns may influence the development or severity of PCOS. Inflammatory foods that promote the formation of Advanced Glycation Endproducts (AGEs)—such as meat, cheese, and eggs—may contribute to its pathogenesis. Cooking methods also matter: boiling produces fewer glycotoxins compared to roasting or broiling. Additionally, there is some evidence that dairy consumption may negatively impact fertility over time. Lactose in milk breaks down into glucose and galactose in the body; galactose has been shown to be toxic to ovarian cells. Studies have observed a correlation between milk consumption and ovarian cancer incidence in various countries. Associated comorbidities Women with PCOS are at increased risk for several health conditions, including: Metabolic syndrome Increased risk of Type-2 diabetes due to insulin resistance Dyslipidaemia Obstructive sleep apnea NAFLD Depression and anxiety Anovulatory infertility Endometrial hyperplasia and cancer Cure and treatment Metformin is commonly prescribed to help prevent the progression to diabetes, particularly in patients with insulin resistance. Although my direct experience with PCOS is limited due to sparse patient feedback, most healthcare professionals agree that diet and lifestyle modifications play a crucial role in managing this condition. Changing one's diet to plant-based whole food, following intermittent fasting and a physically active lifestyle can help. Many women have reported improvements in weight, insulin sensitivity, and menstrual regularity through this diet and lifestyle. These strategies appear to be effective and sustainable steps in the right direction. Additionally, I recommend specific yoga postures that stimulate the hypothalamus and pituitary glands—key regulators of the endocrine system. Beneficial asanas include: Shirshasana (Headstand) Sarvangasana (Shoulder stand) Halasana (Plow pose) Karnapidasana (Ear pressure pose) For more information, please watch the attached video by Dr. Michael Greger on this topic. Best foods for polycystic ovary syndrome Hair, nail & skin disorders: The role of trace mineral deficiency Imagine a family of ten going through a famine. To conserve food, it might seem logical to ration it equally among all family members. However, there's another perspective to consider: if everyone receives the same minimal amount, they may all become too weak to survive. Instead, it may be wiser to prioritise—giving more food to those who are most critical to the family's survival and less to those who are less essential. This way, at least some may survive. Dr. Bruce Nathan Ames of UC Berkeley has applied a similar concept to the human body. His research suggests that when nutrients are in short supply, the body allocates them preferentially to vital organs—such as the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, and brain—while less critical organs like the skin, hair, and nails receive what's left, if anything. This prioritisation explains why early signs of trace mineral deficiency often appear in the form of dry, wrinkled skin, brittle nails, or thinning hair. These are outward signals that the body is under nutritional stress, sacrificing non-essential systems to preserve the essential ones. Dr. Ames also notes that micronutrient deficiencies are a leading cause of DNA damage. He estimates that over 60,000 strands of DNA are damaged daily in the human body. Without adequate micronutrients to support repair mechanisms, the damage accumulates, accelerating the aging process. Trace minerals are essential for enzyme function—enzymes that build and repair proteins throughout the body. Unfortunately, our modern agricultural practices have contributed to widespread trace mineral depletion. The use of synthetic fertilizers prioritises only a few macronutrients—nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium—leaving soils deficient in critical trace elements. Monoculture farming and the damming of rivers, which traps mineral-rich sediments in reservoirs, further exacerbate the problem. Despite their importance, trace minerals remain poorly understood, and daily intake recommendations have yet to be formally established by many health authorities. Supplementation is also not a reliable solution, as the body absorbs only a small fraction of these minerals in supplement form, and the interactions among different trace elements are not yet fully understood. The best way to replenish trace minerals is through natural, whole foods—especially those grown in mineral-rich, undepleted soils. Wild plant-based foods, particularly those from mountainous regions, are excellent sources. That's why I recommend incorporating wild berries, nuts, seeds from the Himalayan region, and Himalayan pink salt into your diet. These foods not only provide essential trace minerals but also do so in a form that the body can more readily recognise and use. Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email Disclaimer Views expressed above are the author's own.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IIT-K starts training on data-driven governance for govt officials
Lucknow: IIT- Kanpur, through a joint initiative of the Department of Economic Sciences and the Wadhwani Centre for AI Policy and Outreach, has launched a five-day titled "Technology, Economics and : A Training on ." The programme is sponsored by the (NCGG). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Held from May 19 to 23, the training is tailored for senior govt officers, including directors and deputy secretaries from various ministries and departments of the Government of India. Prof. Manindra Agrawal, director of IIT-K said, "This training designed for officers involved in public policy is an apt step toward enabling data-driven governance. While this is the first event under the aegis of Wadhwani School of AI and Intelligent Systems, we hope this marks the beginning of many such joint initiatives and continuous interactions that will lead to impactful outcomes." He also encouraged participants to explore the IIT-K campus and engage with faculty members during their stay. Shri Surendra Bagde, director general of NCGG, emphasized the growing role of technology in governance and policy-making. "Collaborative training initiatives like this are essential to prepare officers for the demands of a data-centric governance environment. This programme marks the beginning of an ongoing partnership, and we hope it sets a benchmark for future training efforts," he noted.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Back problems
Lalit Kapoor is a 1971 graduate from IIT Kanpur and has done his MBA from UCLA. Lalit is a successful serial entrepreneur in Silicon Valley. With age, he developed lifestyle diseases and decided to reverse them by changing diet and lifestyle. This led him to study and research in the field of nutrition and plant-based whole food field. Eventually, he successfully got rid of all his chronic diseases and reinvented himself. Lalit became an inspiration for his IIT-K batch mates and started to guide them with his learnings. Many of them benefitted and successfully reversed their chronic diseases. He further incorporated the Nobel prize winning work by Nobel laureates Dr Yoshinori Ohsumi (2016) on autophagy, Dr Jeffery Hall (2017) on circadian rhythm and Dr Tasuko Honzo (2018) on immunotherapy into his recommendations. He has conducted over 450 course sessions which have been attended by over 150,000 people in over 50 countries with thousands of success stories. He runs over 100 active social groups and his NGO 'Plant Based Wellness Foundation' has over 40 centers worldwide. Lalit has also taught a course as a visiting faculty on Nutrition & Health at IIT Kanpur for one semester. LESS ... MORE The human back is made up of several vertebrae separated by intervertebral discs (IVDs). These vertebrae form a column through which the spinal cord passes. The spinal cord, an extension of the brain, governs many reflexive responses. Numerous nerves originate from the spinal cord and extend to various parts of the body, such as the arms and legs, helping control their movement. An interesting fact about intervertebral discs is that they do not have a direct blood supply. Instead, they receive their nutrition from the vertebrae above and below them. All chronic diseases are caused by either nutrient deficiencies or toxicity. Blood is the primary carrier of nutrition throughout the body, and approximately 70,000 miles of blood vessels deliver it to nearly every part—except a few, including the discs between the vertebrae, which lack arteries or veins. Intervertebral discs are shaped like tiny donuts, with a jelly-like core surrounded by sponge-like material. The outer edge is a tough, impervious layer, while the interior is porous and absorbent. Although the core cannot be compressed (being solid jello like material) it can change shape under pressure. The disc's outer ring bulges under pressure but does not rupture under normal operations. This sponge-like body, filled with fluid, functions in a unique way. When the vertebrae stretch and create space, low pressure draws nutrients into the disc from the adjacent vertebrae. When the vertebrae are compressed, the disc expels waste fluid. Thus, each compression-expansion cycle acts like a feeding and excretion process. Since there are no arteries or veins to nourish the discs or remove toxins, this function depends entirely on movement. Activities such as walking, climbing up and down stairs, jumping, or skipping stimulate these cycles. Two key points must be understood: Inactivity—common in sedentary lifestyles—disrupts this nourishment and waste-removal process, leading to disc degeneration over time. Inflammatory diets can cause plaque-like buildup inside the porous interior of the disc. This results in: a) Reduced porosity and nutrient absorption capacity (b) Decreased flexibility of the disc and potential fusion with adjacent vertebrae Other posture-related issues, often caused by poor ergonomics at work or home, are also significant but well-documented elsewhere. Apart from ergonomics, the two primary causes of back-related problems are: Inactivity due to a sedentary lifestyle Plaque buildup inside the discs, reducing their ability to absorb nutrients and move flexibly—eventually leading to disc calcification and possible vertebral fusion. Solution Eliminating inflammatory foods halts plaque buildup and disc deterioration. A nutrient-rich diet, especially with leafy greens and nitric oxide-boosting vegetables like beets, can help unclog disc pores and possibly loosen their attachments to adjacent vertebrae. Reopened pores improve nutrient absorption and rejuvenate disc function. Walking daily promotes compression-expansion cycles, enhancing disc nutrition. Fasting regularly every week or fortnight triggers autophagy, recycling dead and damaged cells. It also increases stem cell activity, which helps regenerate damaged tissues—further supporting disc rejuvenation. In summary, this is why a combination of a Plant-Based Whole Food (PBWF) diet, Intermittent and Ekadashi fasting and walking 10,000 steps a day can help restore and maintain spinal health. Spondylosis vs. Spondylitis Before we go further, it's important to clarify the difference between spondylosis and spondy litis. Spondylosis refers to the wear and tear of the vertebral joints, leading to the degeneration of the discs between the vertebrae as well as the joints themselves. It is usually caused by poor posture over many years and is more common in older adults. Spondylitis, on the other hand, is an inflammatory condition that causes arthritis in the joints. It is the result of an autoimmune disease and can occur at any age. There are two main types of spondylitis: Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA): Affects the spine and/or pelvic joints. There are over 2.7 million cases of AxSpA in the United States. Peripheral Spondyloarthritis (PSpA): Affects joints outside the spine or sacroiliac joints. I have covered both Autoimmune Diseases and Arthritis in separate blogs and I encourage everyone to refer to those. The topic of Inflammation was also covered in a separate blog and should also be reviewed. Here is a testimonial from one of my LMKHealth members who successfully healed his Ankylosing Spondylitis of 20 years within 6 months by changing his diet to plant based whole food and following intermittent fasting. Testimonial (June 9'21) 'Kapoor Ji Sending this message with a lot of thanks. I'm 46 suffering from Ankylosing Spondylitis since 2001 with HLAB27 negative. Used to be very energetic sportsman during my college days but this disease made me totally helpless with zero energy. Started following your group advice since January and miracles happened within first 3 months. Now till May end 1. Weight reduced from 88 kgs to 77 kg 2. BP medicines stopped 3. Easily walking 10 km a day and over the weekend 16/17 kms. Actually did one 25 km also over a weekend…. 4. Totally vegan now and feeling same energy what i used to have 25 years back … just amazing This journey of last 5 months has been very exciting, with a lot of energy …. These couple of months have changed me totally and now i m doing my part of spreading this to as many people possible Good luck and God bless you sir Regards' As you can see from this testimonial, and several others that I have received since, Ankylosing Spondylitis is a curable disease and changing your diet to plant based whole food one can help reverse this disease. Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email Disclaimer Views expressed above are the author's own.
