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Hindustan Times
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
ISB Hyderabad students take ‘digital snan' at Sangam in Prayagraj for good placements. Watch
The quirky trend of 'digital snan' (holy dip), which first caught attention during the Maha Kumbh, has made a comeback, but this time with a twist. A recent Instagram video captured a man at the Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, performing a symbolic 'digital snan' on behalf of a few students at Indian School of Business (ISB) in Hyderabad. ISB students' digital snan at Sangam went viral on Instagram.(@bobcats_co26/Instagram) In the now-viral video, the man is seen dipping a sheet of paper which has the photographs of the students into the holy river, with hopes of securing them good placements. The viral video was shared on Instagram by @bobcats_co26, with the caption, 'We are placements ready. Are you?' 'Digital snan' trend goes viral again: The digital snan trend went viral during the Maha Kumbh, when people who could not attend the holy dip in person started dipping printed or digital photos of themselves into the river Ganga as a symbolic act. It began as a way to participate in the ritual during travel restrictions and has now evolved into a mix of faith and light-hearted creativity. Instagram users were surprised to see such a unique ritual done for good placements. Check out the viral video here: Internet reacts: The viral video was shared on July 24, and has since gained more than 8.37 lakh views and numerous comments. Many users found the act funny and unexpected, especially coming from a business school. Some called it a clever way to mix tradition with modern stress, while others joked that when resumes don't work, prayers might. One of the users, @anissamalhotrajain, commented, 'Love how many times it was clarified that only B section is being blessed.' A second user, @sibsuuu, with a hint of sarcasm, commented, 'Requesting the YSB career services team to step in and neutralise the unfair strategic advantage that this section got over others.' Another user, @ commented, 'Oops, should be done thrice.. all your packages will be 2/3rd of what it should've been.' Some users even commented that the stress of placements can push students to try anything, even a digital snan.
The Print
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
UP govt turns Kanwar Yatra into high-tech spiritual operation
The Yogi Adityanath-led administration turned the month-long pilgrimage into a coordinated model of 'service and security', with digital surveillance, traffic control, public health services and emergency-response teams all working in sync across the state. The arrangements this year marked a major deployment of tech and manpower in a religious event since the Maha Kumbh held earlier in Prayagraj. Lucknow, Jul 23 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh government mounted a massive, technology-driven effort this year to ensure that the annual Kanwar Yatra passed off seamlessly and safely. Held every year during the Hindu holy month of Shravan, the Kanwar Yatra sees lakhs of Shiva devotees, called Kanwariyas, travel on foot, often covering hundreds of kilometres, to collect sacred water from the Ganga and offer it at local Shiva temples. The event is a spectacular convergence of faith and endurance, deeply rooted in India's Sanatan traditions. With Wednesday marking the Shivratri of Shravan, the yatra reached its crescendo even though the pilgrims would continue to visit Shiva temples for some more time till the culmination of the auspicious Hindu month. According to officials, this year's elaborate planning includes the deployment of over 29,000 CCTV cameras, 395 high-tech drones, 587 officers, 13,520 sub-inspectors and nearly 40,000 constables. A dedicated Social Media Monitoring Cell was also activated to respond swiftly to any concerns raised by devotees or citizens. 'The Kanwar Yatra is underway. Every person, from the working class to the upper class, is connected with this campaign. It is a remarkable confluence of unity. There is no discrimination, no difference of caste, region, class, faith, or community. Everyone chants 'Har-Har Bam-Bam' as they walk. They travel 300-400 kilometres on foot, carry the sacred water on their shoulders and return with the same devotion,' said Chief Minister Adityanath, who also conducted an aerial survey of the routes in Meerut and Muzaffarnagar, showering petals from a helicopter in a symbolic gesture of reverence. From modern control rooms and drones to ATS personnel, RAF teams and Quick Response Teams (QRTs), the state machinery has been operating around the clock to monitor the pilgrimage. The pilgrimage particularly sees surging crowds on Mondays — the day specially devoted to Lord Shiva, with authorities focussing on the management of lakhs of devotees at prominent temples. DIG, Varanasi Range, Vaibhav Krishna said, 'Technology has played an important role in managing Kanwar Yatra in eastern Uttar Pradesh districts like Chandauli, Ghazipur, Jaunpur also.' 'We have used technology to streamline various aspects like advance estimation of crowd and quick response during this Kanwar Yatra,' Krishna, who also served as the DIG, Maha Kumbh, told PTI. In western Uttar Pradesh, Kalanidhi Naithani, DIG, Meerut Range, said, 'The government, administration and police have issued various directives to ensure that this festival is safe and smooth. On one hand, the administration is busy with preparations — cleaning roads and temples, arranging medical camps — and on the other hand, fire service personnel are continuously deployed for fire safety.' 'Surveillance is also being conducted using drones and CCTV cameras. The route from Prayagraj to Varanasi has been made one-way for traffic management. One lane on this route is exclusively designated for Kanwar devotees, with the movement of other travellers restricted,' said Kuldeep Singh Gunawat, DCP, Prayagraj. Along the pilgrimage corridors, dedicated Kanwar routes have been marked, help desks and relief centres established, and welcome gates set up to receive the devotees. The spiritual journey has also been enhanced by designated selfie points and cleanliness drives at major congregation points. Healthcare was another pillar of the state's Kanwar plan. The government had set up 24×7 medical camps along major routes, staffed with trained personnel and stocked with essential supplies. 'Special arrangements have been made wherever the crowd is large. The main problem faced by the Kanwariyas is blisters and pain in their feet. Special provisions have been made for this as well. Additionally, each camp is stocked with 55 medicines, including anti-snake venom, ARV vaccine, and anti-diarrheal drugs. Our entire staff remains present at these camps 24 hours a day,' said Dr Sunil Tewatia, Chief Medical Officer, Muzaffarnagar. For many devotees, the arrangements made the tough journey more comfortable. 'I sincerely thank Yogi Adityanath for providing us with such excellent arrangements here. Whether it is accommodation or other facilities, everything has been very well organised,' said Umesh Kumar Maurya, a Kanwariya. 'This time, the grand arrangements made for the Kanwariyas in Banaras — whether it is the administrative management of travel routes or the facilities at Baba's place in the fair area — have never been seen before. All this has been made possible by the vision and determination of Yogiji,' said Prabhat Ojha, another devotee. Officials say efforts will be in full swing till the last Kanwariya safely reaches his destination. PTI KIS RC This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Prayagraj's 1st rail-flyover likely to be ready by Dec
Prayagraj: The first-ever rail flyover in Prayagraj is expected to be completed by 2026 Magh Mela, marking a major milestone in improving the city's railway infrastructure. Chief public relations officer of North Central Railway Shashikant Tripathi said that the flyover is a vital infrastructure development and that work is progressing with speed adhering to quality standards. Currently, about 80% of the construction work on the flyover is completed. The work was halted for nearly five months due to the Maha Kumbh however it has now regained momentum. The work is expected to complete by Dec. The project, a part of the Mission Raftaar project, is being built at a cost of Rs 493 crore. It will pass over both the railway tracks and the roads, significantly easing congestion. This rail flyover will significantly enhance train operations by eliminating the need for trains to stop unnecessarily at the outer signal, thereby improving punctuality and streamlining traffic at the busy Prayagraj Junction. Flyover is being constructed as a part of the fourth railway line project from the junction to Bamrauli and will cover nearly 3 kilometres. The project started at the Subedarganj Railway Station and is being developed parallel to the Sulemsarai side of this satellite station. The flyover will cross the Delhi-Howrah line near the North Central Railway headquarters and will conclude just before the Bamrauli Station. Once completed, this project will ensure smoother operations for trains coming from Rambagh and Prayagraj towards Kanpur. TNN
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Viral Maha Kumbh Girl greets massive crowd in Pichhore; debut film shoot temporarily halted amid fan frenzy; Video inside
What began as a humble life selling garlands by the Narmada River has turned into a dream-like journey for Monalisa Bhosle, the 16-year-old girl from Khargone, Madhya Pradesh. Her life took a dramatic turn earlier this year when she was filmed at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, selling rudraksha malas with grace, charm, and arresting amber eyes that captivated millions. That short video didn't just make her go viral—it changed the course of her life. According to mentioned, soon after, filmmaker Sanoj Mishra cast her as the lead in his upcoming film The Diary of Manipur. Monalisa has since been training for her role under Mishra's mentorship and has now begun shooting opposite Amit Rao, brother of Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao. Crowds Pour In: Streets Blocked as Fans Gather This week, Monalisa arrived in the small town of Pichhore in Madhya Pradesh for the shoot of her debut film, and the town hasn't been the same since. Hundreds of people gathered around the film set, eager to catch a glimpse of the girl who had gone from a flower-seller to a future film star. As the crowd grew denser, roads became blocked, and the shoot was temporarily halted. In a video shared by the page Monalisa official , shows that's now gone viral again, Monalisa appears on a terrace, dressed simply, waving to the cheering fans. With a warm smile, she said, 'Aap sab se milkar mujhe bohot khushi hui,' sending the crowd into an excited uproar. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo Fame and Its Shadows Despite the fairytale turn in Monalisa's life, the project's director Sanoj Mishra remains embroiled in legal controversy. He was arrested in March on charges of rape and coercion after a woman accused him of multiple instances of abuse over four years. The matter remains under investigation. Chris & Dakota's Sacred Dip At Maha Kumbh Sparks Frenzy; Fan's Take On 'Dakota Bhabhi' Goes Viral | WATCH
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Time of India
Kanwar yatra: AI-powered surveillance ensures crowd safety
Meerut: The kanwar yatra is being closely monitored with advanced surveillance measures similar to those used during the recent Kumbh Mela . A social media control room has been set up and 11,000 AI-powered CCTV cameras cover communally sensitive yatra routes across western Uttar Pradesh, including Meerut, Ghaziabad, Baghpat, Shamli, Muzaffarnagar, Saharanpur and Hapur districts. ADG (Meerut zone) Bhanu Bhaskar, who managed crowd control during the Maha Kumbh, said the same protocols are in place for safety. "Our control room monitors real-time footage from key locations, using AI to predict risks like stampedes by analysing crowd behaviour," he said. Some cameras are machine-trained to assist in crowd and traffic management, security operations and disaster readiness. These map density, track movement and evaluate police response in real time. Special focus is on Pura Mahadev in Baghpat and Augurnath Temple in Meerut, where AI alerts aim to prevent stampedes during peak hours. The control room also monitors social media and news to respond quickly to flashpoints. Bhaskar said, "Post-yatra, this technology will enhance year-round crime surveillance and response systems."
