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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Three road mishaps snuff out nine lives in Himachal
Nine people lost their lives in different road mishaps in Himachal in the last 24 hours, said police. In the first incident, five people were killed and one was seriously injured after the pickup vehicle they were travelling in rammed into the railing of a bridge and overturned near Mandi's Kamand, near IIT Mandi, on Sunday morning, police said. The accident occurred around 9 am. The vehicle was on its way to IIT Kamand to transport tent material from Punjab's Ludhiana. There were six passengers, including the driver, in the vehicle during the time of crash. The victims have been identified as Sukhwinder Singh of Ludhiana; Umesh Kumar of Amritsar; Sagar, also from Amritsar; and two unidentified individuals. Meanwhile, the injured Daljit (driver), of Malia village in Tarn Taran district is currently undergoing treatment at Mandi Zonal Hospital. The vehicle rolled down and fell on the banks of the Uhl river. Emergency services and police officials rushed to the spot after receiving information about the mishap. A case has also been registered by Mandi police into the incident. Mandi superintendent of police Sakshi Verma said that an investigation into the incident is underway. Meanwhile, chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed grief over the incident and said that this is a heart-wrenching incident and the state government stands firmly with the affected families in this hour of grief. He directed the district administrations to provide all possible assistance to the families of the deceased and ensure best medical care to the injured. Sukhu prayed for the peace to the departed souls and strength to the bereaved family members. He wished for the speedy recovery of the injured. Himachal governor Shiv Pratap Shukla also expressed condolences. Two killed in Solan road accident Two persons lost their lives in a road accident after their motorcycle collided with a bus in the Kandaghat area of Solan district on Sunday afternoon, police said. The deceased have been identified as Suraj Naagre, 25, of Kangra district, and Neeraj, 27, from Hamirpur district. The accident took place around 12.45 pm. As per police, the motorcycle was coming from the wrong side and crashed into the lower bumper on the driver's side of the bus. Both riders died on the spot due to the impact. Solan police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident. Two boys killed as motorcycle rams into tree in Sirmaur In another incident, two boys were killed on Sunday when the motorcycle they were riding on rammed into a tree in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district, police said. According to the reports the deceased have been identified as Gurjeet, 15, son of Harpal, and Dev, 13, son of Bantu Sharma, both residents of Kyarda village. They were classmates, studying in Class 9. Harpal was driving the motorcycle with the boys riding pillion, to a nearby place where they intended to participate in a Bhandara of 'Kheda Maharaj', said police. He lost control of the vehicle and it rammed into a tree on the roadside, they added. A resident, Chaman, told PTI, that after the accident, villagers from nearby areas rushed to their rescue but the boys died on the spot. Paonta deputy superintendent of police Manvendra Thakur said that bodies have been sent for a postmortem. A case has been registered under relevant sections and further investigations are underway. With PTI inputs
India Gazette
3 days ago
- India Gazette
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu condoles loss of lives in Mandi accident
ANI 01 Jun 2025, 19:50 GMT+10 New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed grief over a tragic road accident that occurred near Kamand in Padhar district of Mandi, leaving five people dead and others injured when a pickup vehicle carrying six people crashed into a bridge railing after losing control. In a post on X, the CM expressed grief over the accident and expressed his condolences to the bereaved families. 'The news of the death of five people and injury of another in a road accident at Kamand near IIT Mandi is extremely sad and painful. I pray to God for the peace of the departed souls and express my deepest condolences to the bereaved families. May God give the family the strength to bear this immense sorrow,' the post read. The CM has also directed the administration to provide assistance to families of the deceased and provide medical care to the injured, as per a release. The incident took place near Kamand when a pickup vehicle carrying six people crashed into a bridge after losing control. The injured is currently undergoing treatment at the Mandi Zonal Hospital, as per officials. A case has been registered, and further investigation is underway. Three bodies identified have been handed over to the families, while the remaining two are yet to be identified. All the deceased were residents of Punjab, as per an official. 'A case has been registered, and further investigation on this is underway. Three bodies have been identified, and their families have been informed. The remaining two are yet to be identified. All deceased were residents of Punjab. After the post-mortem, the bodies will be handed over to the families,' said Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Padhar Dev Raj. (ANI)
News18
3 days ago
- News18
IIT Mandi Offers 1-Month Residential Training Programme On Robotics, AI And IoT
Last Updated: IIT Mandi is offering a one-month course in Robotics, AI and Internet of Things (IoT) programme in which classes will run for five to six hours daily. IIT Mandi is offering a one-month course in Robotics, AI and Internet of Things (IoT) programme in which classes will run for five to six hours daily. This is a one-month immersive residential training programme. This course is being run under the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) of IIT Mandi. Application for the course can be done by visiting the official website, The course will commence on June 16 and classes will be held on campus. According to the official announcement, PRAYAS (Promoting and Accelerating Young and Aspiring Students) is an initiative of IIT Mandi, which aims to develop innovation, technical proficiency in students. It was launched in the year 2022. Programme Structure Week 1 – Robotics, AI and IoT Fundamentals Week 2 – Use of AI and Machine Learning in Robotics Week 3 – IoT for Robotics and Cloud Connectivity Programme fee The total fee for this one-month programme is Rs 62400. This includes the cost of staying in the hostel. In this, faculty members of IIT Mandi will take classes for five to six hours daily. It includes interactive lectures, case discussions, assignments, quizzes and guided capstone projects requiring extra effort. The JEE Advanced 2025 results along with the final answer keys is set to be released tomorrow, June. Those who took the examination can visit the official website, to check their scores once out. The toppers list will also be announced along with the results. Those who successfully clear the exam will next have to participate in the Centralised Counselling Process will be overseen by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA). The registration and choice-filling procedure for JoSAA counselling will begin on June 3 at The online counselling approach would be based on candidates' entrance exam results and institute-wise cut-offs.
India Today
3 days ago
- Business
- India Today
IIT Mandi's PRAYAS 3.0 brings real-time tech learning to campus in June
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi initiated the third iteration of its flagship training programme -- PRAYAS 3.0 (Promoting and Accelerating Young and Aspiring Students). The one-month residential training program will educate students in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) using experiential learning and hands-on programme will be held at the IIT Mandi campus in Himachal Pradesh and will begin on 16 June 2025. The institute's Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) is organizing PRAYAS 3.0, which will equip students with the right technological skills that are in growing demand in the today's job institute says that the training will be project-oriented, with the supervision of IIT Mandi professors and industry professionals. The trainees will be compelled to work on actual industry projects on embedded systems, machine learning, computer vision, and IoT integration. They will also be introduced to industry-specific tools such as Arduino, Python, Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), and the YOLO algorithm for object detection.A capstone culmination project will allow students to apply their learning in the real world, with each project evaluated at programme completion. Successful applicants will be certified by IIT Tushar Jain, director, CCE, mentioned that PRAYAS 3.0 is a testament to the institute's continuous efforts in developing future-ready professionals through experiential course is educationally suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma students of engineering. The fee of the residential course is Rs 62,400 including boarding and accommodation for the whole period.
NDTV
4 days ago
- NDTV
Want To Study At IIT Mandi This Summer? Check Out This 1-Month Robotics, AI Program
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi has introduced a one-month immersive residential training program focused on Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT). This initiative is being conducted through IIT Mandi's Centre for Continuing Education (CCE). Eligible and interested students can register for the program through the official portal: According to the official announcement, "PRAYAS (Promoting and Accelerating Young and Aspiring Students) is an initiative by IIT Mandi that aims to cultivate innovation and technical proficiency in students. Launched in 2022, PRAYAS has progressed through several editions, each emphasizing hands-on training in emerging technologies such as robotics, AI, and IoT." Program Structure Week 1: Fundamentals of Robotics, AI, and IoT Week 2: Applications of AI and Machine Learning in Robotics Week 3: IoT for Robotics and Cloud Connectivity Week 4: Advanced Robotics and Exploration of Future Technologies Start Date: June 16, 2025 Duration: 1 Month Mode: Offline (On-Campus) Program Fee The total fee is Rs 62,400, which includes hostel accommodation and mess charges for the entire month. Frequently Asked Questions: What is the mode of instruction? The program includes 5-6 hours of daily classes conducted by IIT Mandi faculty. The curriculum combines interactive lectures, case discussions, assignments, quizzes, and a guided capstone project requiring additional effort. Who will assess the assignments and project work? All evaluations, including project and simulation assessments, will be managed by the faculty at IIT Mandi. Will learning materials be accessible after classes? While the main instruction will occur through live sessions, participants will have access to recorded videos and course materials throughout the program's duration. What are the accommodation and food arrangements? Participants will be provided accommodation in IIT Mandi hostels, with meals served in the campus mess. Where will practical training sessions take place? Practical sessions will be conducted in the labs and lecture halls of IIT Mandi. This structured and immersive program aims to provide students with a strong foundation in key technological domains and a platform to apply their learning in real-world scenarios. For further details, participants can contact the advisory team via WhatsApp at 9211287397 or email at schoolcamp@
