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Time of India
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- General
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Municipal commissioner plants sapling
Prayagraj: On the occasion of , municipal commissioner of Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC), Seelam Sai Teja, on Thursday launched 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign with a plantation drive in Salori. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He also conducted inspection of drains to check preparedness of the city ahead of the monsoon. During the inspection, the commissioner expressed strong displeasure over the unhygienic conditions near Amitabh Bachchan Pulia in Chhota Baghara locality. Locals told him that due to the high number of lodges in the area and lack of cooperation from residents in door-to-door garbage collection, waste was being dumped directly into the drains. The commissioner instructed the officials to issue notices to defaulting lodge owners and to revoke their property tax rebates. He also ordered the immediate cleaning of the drains using Poklen machinery. He also inspected other areas, including the drain behind MNNIT near Aptron Crossing, where he noticed heavy silt accumulation obstructing water flow. He ordered for immediate removal of the silt, installation of safety nets, and spraying of disinfectants. Inspections were also carried out at Medical College Crossing, George Town, and the Buddha Tazia drain on Nurullah Road. The commissioner directed the officials to install nets and expedite pre-monsoon cleaning. He also visited the municipal workshop at Karelabagh and directed for timely maintenance of the defunct vehicles. The commissioner also instructed all zonal and livestock officers to inspect slaughterhouses and ensure the distribution of zip bags for hygienic waste management ahead of Eid-ul-Zuha celebrations. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Later he, along with additional municipal commissioners Deependra Yadav and Rajeev Shukla, planted saplings at the MRF Center in Salori to mark the part of the World Environment Day. After plantation, he inspected flood-affected areas along the Yamuna in Salori and directed the planting of 5,000 bamboo and 5,000 arjuna trees across a 15-kilometre stretch. He emphasised that this would reduce soil erosion, enhance greenery, and promote environmental conservation.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
MNNIT to study lightning impact on planes
Prayagraj: A team of scientists from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) are working on a project to determine the exact mix of materials that can reduce the effect of lightning strikes on aircraft. Funded by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the project, costing around Rs 60 lakh, was awarded to Ashutosh Kumar Upadhyay, associate professor in the applied mechanics department at MNNIT. The research puts spotlight on the May 21 incident wherein the front portion of a plane travelling from Delhi to Srinagar was damaged due to a storm and lightning strike jeopardizing the lives of 227 passengers. Upadhyay said the damage to planes due to lightning is a serious problem. "The cause of damage to planes from lightning will be investigated. Research is being conducted to identify which mixed substances can reduce the effect of lightning. Planes are at risk from both lightning and charge because they become a medium for the current between two clouds. This study focuses on composite panels used in modern aircraft. It will be analysed how lightning strikes affect the structure, temperature, electrical flow, and mechanical strength of the panel," said Upadhyay. He said electrical, heat and mechanical effects will be combined through multi-physics modelling techniques to understand the type of damage and its impact on the aircraft. Based on this, a new code will be prepared, and the simulation software will be updated with this code, allowing the electrical resistance capacity of the new material to be easily tested. This will reduce the effect of lightning on the aircraft. DRDO has assigned this project for three years. A JRF will be appointed for the project.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Time of India
MNNIT student of BTech hailing from Chhattisgarh ends life
Prayagraj: A 20-year-old BTech first-year student of MNNIT (Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology), Allahabad, allegedly committed suicide in his hostel room inside the institute campus on Thursday, police said. However, no suicide note was recovered from the room. The deceased, Nikesh Kumar Rohidas, was a resident of Semariya village of Janjgir–Champa district of Chhattisgarh. Additional DCP (city) Abhijeet Kumar said: "The deceased was pursuing his BTech first year in computer science and an inmate of room no. 101 of Vivekanand Boys Hostel. The police have seized his mobile phone and laptop for further investigations. The motive behind suicide is not known yet." Sources said the deceased was to appear in his last exam of the second semester on Thursday. When his friends asked him to come for the exam, he assured them that he would be arriving within five minutes. However, he didn't appear in the exam, and the hostel mates found his room closed from inside upon their return. Feeling suspicious, they called up hostel and college authorities, who then called up the police. Police broke the door open to find the victim's body. His fellow inmates told police that he had even packed his belongings on Wednesday to return to his native place after the exams were over on Thursday. Police said the body had been sent for postmortem and further probe was on. Chief warden Prof Naresh Kumar said the parents of the victims have been informed.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
MNNIT's incubation hub to work jointly on accelerating early-stage startups
Prayagraj: In a significant development for the entrepreneurial ecosystem at Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT), Prayagraj, the Innovation and Incubation Hub MNNIT Foundation (IIHMF) announced a strategic partnership with the Wadhwani Foundation . This collaboration aims to implement the Wadhwani Foundation's flagship Liftoff Program , an initiative designed to accelerate early-stage startups by equipping them with critical tools for growth, scalability, and investment readiness .The Liftoff Program is a structured 14-week acceleration initiative that provides a comprehensive platform for startup founders to refine their business models and prepare for investor engagement. By integrating expert mentorship, strategic guidance, and exposure to key investment networks, the program is positioned to help young ventures overcome early hurdles and position themselves for long-term success. The initiative aligns seamlessly with IIHMF's mission to cultivate innovation, entrepreneurship, and excellence among emerging startups and student innovators across the MNNIT collaboration will offer selected startups access to an array of high-impact resources, including personalised mentoring from industry veterans, serial entrepreneurs, and seasoned investors. In addition to one-on-one mentorship, the program will guide participants through the process of pitch deck preparation and business model optimisation. Masterclasses and workshops will cover go-to-market strategies, product-market fit, and digital growth, providing practical knowledge and real-world insights essential for market entry and expansion. "Furthermore, startups will be able to tap into a national and global network of investors, corporate partners, and mentors, which promises to open up avenues for collaboration, funding, and exposure," said CEO of IIHMF, Sanjay Kumar Suryavanshi.A major highlight of the program will be the Demo Day, where select startups will pitch their ventures to a panel of potential investors. This high-stakes platform is designed to connect promising ventures with critical funding and strategic alliances. "This collaboration is a major milestone for IIHMF. It gives our startups the tools, mentorship, and exposure they need to move from ideation to execution, and from MVP to market," said Liftoff Program is open to all startups currently incubated at IIHMF that are at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or early-traction stage. The first cohort under this partnership is expected to be announced shortly, paving the way for a new generation of tech-driven entrepreneurs to emerge from Prayagraj with the support of a world-class acceleration framework. The Innovation and Incubation Hub MNNIT Foundation (IIHMF) is the official incubation centre of MNNIT, Prayagraj. Prayagraj: In a significant development for the entrepreneurial ecosystem at Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT), Prayagraj, the Innovation and Incubation Hub MNNIT Foundation (IIHMF) announced a strategic partnership with the Wadhwani Foundation. This collaboration aims to implement the Wadhwani Foundation's flagship Liftoff Program, an initiative designed to accelerate early-stage startups by equipping them with critical tools for growth, scalability, and investment Liftoff Program is a structured 14-week acceleration initiative that provides a comprehensive platform for startup founders to refine their business models and prepare for investor engagement. By integrating expert mentorship, strategic guidance, and exposure to key investment networks, the program is positioned to help young ventures overcome early hurdles and position themselves for long-term success. The initiative aligns seamlessly with IIHMF's mission to cultivate innovation, entrepreneurship, and excellence among emerging startups and student innovators across the MNNIT collaboration will offer selected startups access to an array of high-impact resources, including personalised mentoring from industry veterans, serial entrepreneurs, and seasoned investors. In addition to one-on-one mentorship, the program will guide participants through the process of pitch deck preparation and business model optimisation. Masterclasses and workshops will cover go-to-market strategies, product-market fit, and digital growth, providing practical knowledge and real-world insights essential for market entry and expansion. "Furthermore, startups will be able to tap into a national and global network of investors, corporate partners, and mentors, which promises to open up avenues for collaboration, funding, and exposure," said CEO of IIHMF, Sanjay Kumar Suryavanshi.A major highlight of the program will be the Demo Day, where select startups will pitch their ventures to a panel of potential investors. This high-stakes platform is designed to connect promising ventures with critical funding and strategic alliances. "This collaboration is a major milestone for IIHMF. It gives our startups the tools, mentorship, and exposure they need to move from ideation to execution, and from MVP to market," said Liftoff Program is open to all startups currently incubated at IIHMF that are at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or early-traction stage. The first cohort under this partnership is expected to be announced shortly, paving the way for a new generation of tech-driven entrepreneurs to emerge from Prayagraj with the support of a world-class acceleration framework. The Innovation and Incubation Hub MNNIT Foundation (IIHMF) is the official incubation centre of MNNIT, Prayagraj. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology begins work on producing gas, electricity from biodegradable waste
Prayagraj: Scientists of Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) have started a project where gas and electricity will be produced from biodegradable waste under the Developed India @ 2047 mission. Under this, they will find an alternative to energy resources by collecting biodegradable waste such as food waste and plant residues in the northern, north-eastern and southern states. This responsibility has been given to MNNIT by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) of the Union Ministry of Education. The initiative will evaluate the technical and economic feasibility, environmental sustainability, and social acceptance of using biodegradable waste for energy and fertiliser production in these areas. Associate Prof Bireshwar Paul of the Institute's Mechanical Engineering department is the Chief Investigator (PI) while Prof Akshay Ranjan Paul of the Applied Mechanics department is the co-principal investigator. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Additionally, SRF Dhananjay Yadav of the institute, field investigator Shravan Kumar, and Shashank are also part of the project. Paul said: "The objective is to generate practical knowledge linking engineering innovation with social relevance. Three important parts of the country that are demographically and culturally diverse will be the focus of this research." He said cooperation of experts from National Institute of Technology (AIT), Agartala, and Institute of Aeronautical Engineering (IARE), Hyderabad, will be sought in this research. Scientists claim that millions of tonnes of biodegradable waste are generated annually in the country of which most remains unused, causing pollution and health hazards. "However, this waste has tremendous potential. It can be converted into biogas for renewable energy and organic fertilisers for sustainable agriculture," he said.
