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The Print
2 days ago
- Health
- The Print
Rajasthan CM Sharma felicitates MBBS intern for academic excellence
Komal Verma Saluja, who secured 67th rank in NEET-UG 2020, and scored the highest marks in the 2023 MBBS examination conducted by the Rajasthan University of Health Sciences, is currently pursuing her internship, officials said. Several social workers and folk artistes from across the state were also felicitated for their contributions to their respective fields at the event held on the eve of Independence Day on Thursday. Kota (Rajasthan), Aug 15 (PTI) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has felicitated a Kota-based MBBS intern with a certificate of appreciation for her academic feats during the 'At Home' event at the Maharangarh Fort in Jodhpur, officials said. She was selected for the prestigious Khorana Programme of Scholars, a research internship programme for students in biotechnology and allied fields, besides publishing research papers in a number of journals on several topics, including radiology and rheumatology. Speaking after being felicitated by the chief minister, Komal emphasised the importance of discipline and genuine passion for achieving goals. 'I know success in medicine is not a sprint but a marathon. I am thankful to my family members, principal and teachers, who guided, motivated and pushed me forward,' she said. 'My goal is to serve humanity through evidence-based medicine,' Komal added. PTI COR APL ARI This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
News18
2 days ago
- Health
- News18
Rajasthan CM Sharma felicitates MBBS intern for academic excellence
Kota (Rajasthan), Aug 15 (PTI) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has felicitated a Kota-based MBBS intern with a certificate of appreciation for her academic feats during the 'At Home' event at the Maharangarh Fort in Jodhpur, officials said. Several social workers and folk artistes from across the state were also felicitated for their contributions to their respective fields at the event held on the eve of Independence Day on Thursday. Komal Verma Saluja, who secured 67th rank in NEET-UG 2020, and scored the highest marks in the 2023 MBBS examination conducted by the Rajasthan University of Health Sciences, is currently pursuing her internship, officials said. She was selected for the prestigious Khorana Programme of Scholars, a research internship programme for students in biotechnology and allied fields, besides publishing research papers in a number of journals on several topics, including radiology and rheumatology. Speaking after being felicitated by the chief minister, Komal emphasised the importance of discipline and genuine passion for achieving goals. 'I know success in medicine is not a sprint but a marathon. I am thankful to my family members, principal and teachers, who guided, motivated and pushed me forward," she said. 'My goal is to serve humanity through evidence-based medicine," Komal added. PTI COR APL ARI view comments First Published: August 15, 2025, 22:00 IST 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.
India Today
11-07-2025
- Health
- India Today
Pani puri vendor's son cracks JEE, gets into IIT after second attempt
Harsh Gupta, a 19-year-old from Kalyan, Maharashtra, has turned his failures into fuel and shattered stereotypes to earn a seat at IIT Roorkee. But this isn't just a story of academic success; it's a tale of determination, illness, poverty, and of a roadside pani puri vendor, Santosh Gupta, Harsh lives in a cramped two-room chawl in Thane district with his parents, grandmother, and two younger brothers. The family, with its modest earnings, had little access to resources or awareness of elite institutes like IIT. Harsh first heard of IIT only after his Class 10 boards, during the Covid-19 pandemic. His academic journey since then has been anything but failed Class 11, an event that triggered criticism from relatives and deep self-doubt. But Harsh did not give up. Instead, he picked himself up, reappeared for Class 11, passed Class 12 with flying colours, and scored 98.9 percentile in JEE Main. He also qualified for JEE Advanced and secured admission to IIT Roorkee on his second attempt. Harsh credits much of his turnaround to Motion Education, a Kota-based coaching institute that extended him structured academic guidance and emotional support. 'There were times when I was physically and emotionally exhausted. But Motion never gave up on me. They believed in me even when I lost belief in myself,' said journey was further marred by medical hardship. He was diagnosed with Rectal Prolapse, a painful, recurring condition that disrupted his studies with frequent hospital visits. To make matters worse, Harsh also faced personal loss with the demise of close relatives during crucial all odds, he remained resolute. Inspired by his father's dream and his family's sacrifices, Harsh pushed harder. He studied for up to 12 hours a day and worked part-time to support his brothers' education. 'Dreams are meant to be big and so is the effort you must put in to chase them,' he story is not just his own. It represents thousands of aspirants who fall, stumble, and still rise—thanks to the power of belief, mentorship, and unshakable grit.(With inputs from Dharmendra Dubey, Mumbai)- EndsMust Watch
New Indian Express
02-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
JEE Advanced 2025 results out, Rajit Gupta from Kota tops the exam
JAIPUR: The results of the JEE Advanced 2025 examination have been announced. The examination was conducted by IIT Kanpur on May 18 in two shifts for 17,740 seats across 23 IITs in the country. Approximately 2.5 lakh students, who qualified JEE Main were eligible to appear for the Advanced examination. Once again, Kota has reaffirmed its reputation as the hub of engineering exam preparation. Rajit Gupta, who prepared in Kota, has secured All India Rank (AIR) 1, emerging as the national topper. Three other students from Kota have also made it to the top 10. Saksham Jindal secured AIR 2, Akshat bagged AIR 6, and Devesh achieved AIR 8. Many other candidates also featured in the top 50 and top 100 ranks. Clearly, despite the student suicides often upsetting the city in recent times, Kota retains its legacy in training aspirants to crack the prestigious IIT exams. All India topper Rajit Gupta is a resident of Mahavir Nagar-III in Kota. His father, Deepak Gupta, is an engineer with the BSNL department and his mother, Dr. Shruti Agarwal, is a professor at JDB Girls College in Kota. This marks the second consecutive year that a Kota-based student has topped JEE Advanced. In 2024, Ved Lahoti, also from Kota, had achieved this feat. Rajit had earlier scored 100 percentile in the JEE Main January session and secured AIR 16 in the April session. 'Happiness is the key to success", Rajit Gupta said following the results. Rajit said, 'During my preparation, my main focus was on not repeating my past mistakes. Correcting errors strengthens your foundation in the subject. I believe happiness is the key to success. I try to stay happy in every situation. Even now, whenever I get time, I play with children in the colony.'
Hans India
02-06-2025
- Science
- Hans India
Set daily goals, didn't use any shortcuts: JEE Advanced 2025 topper shares his success mantra
Kota: The results for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2025 were officially announced on Monday. Kota-based Rajit Gupta secured top rank in the highly competitive examinations and scored a remarkable 332 out of total 360 marks. Having emerged as All India Rank 1 topper, Rajit Gupta was approached by media persons, who enquired about his daily routine, mantra for success and also the ambition that he has for future. Earlier, Rajit had achieved 100 percentile in both sessions of JEE Main 2025. With him securing AIR 1 rank, he has cemented his status as one of the brightest young minds in the country. Rajit speaking to IANS said, 'I was fully dedicated to cracking JEE Advanced. I used to set daily goals to complete a specific portion of the syllabus and prepared with full sincerity. Every topper follows this approach, and that's the key—consistent effort.' When asked about the secret to his success, Rajit said, 'You just need to stay dedicated and complete your homework on time. There are no shortcuts. With discipline and consistency, success will follow.' He also revealed his plans to pursue 'Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Bombay', a popular choice among top rankers. On how to handle the pressure of preparation, Rajit advised aspirants to balance studies with activities that bring joy. 'Spend time with your parents, travel occasionally, talk to friends, and engage in sports. These things help reduce stress and keep you mentally refreshed.' Sharing details of his study routine, Rajit explained, 'I kept my schedule flexible but made sure to study at least seven hours a day. I divided my time equally among Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics to maintain balance across all subjects.' Offering encouragement to future aspirants, he said, 'I began my preparation in Class 6. If I could do it, so can you. But remember—hard work is non-negotiable. There is no escape from it.' Meanwhile, candidates who appeared for the JEE Advanced 2025 can now access their scorecards and final answer keys at This year's exam, held on May 18 in a computer-based test (CBT) format, involved two papers carrying 180 marks each. The final rank list was based on the combined scores in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, with subject-wise and overall qualifying marks determining eligibility for the Common Rank List (CRL).
