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News18
3 days ago
- Science
- News18
Math Marvel! 16-Year-Old Nitin Patel Solves 200 Problems In 6 Minutes, Wins World Title
Last Updated: 16-year-old Nitin Patel from Madhya Pradesh topped a global maths contest in Dubai, beating 800 participants. His story proves that dedication and hard work lead to greatness In an inspiring achievement that has brought pride to India, 16-year-old Nitin Patel from Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, has been crowned the world champion at the Mathlo Genius International Competition in Dubai. Competing against 800 participants from 18 countries, Nitin Patel, a student of Class 9 and son of farmer Yashpal Patel, solved 200 complex mathematical problems in just six minutes. Out of 20 Indian participants, only two hailed from Madhya Pradesh, making Nitin Patel's success even more significant. Upon his return, his hometown welcomed him like a hero, with flower garlands, sweets, and celebratory beats of the drums. An award ceremony was held in Sagar to honour his remarkable feat. His victory showcased India's growing talent on the global stage. Nitin Patel qualified for the international round after excelling in the national-level competition held in Delhi last year. However, his family had to arrange for the travel expenses themselves. His grandfather, Kesari Nandan Patel, stepped in to fund the trip. He trained at Little Flower Academy, guided by director Sahajal Irfan, who also received the 'Best Fastest Teacher' award at the event. Sahajal Irfan expressed immense pride in Nitin Patel's achievement, calling it a milestone for the city of Sagar and proof that talent knows no barriers. This proud moment is a shining example that dedication and hard work truly pay off. Nitin Patel's three months of disciplined preparation and commitment to excellence have now placed him among the brightest young minds in the world. Talking about his future, Nitin Patel stated that he dreams of becoming a pilot. First Published: June 02, 2025, 13:22 IST
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Amarnath Yatra registrations drop sharply after terror attack
Vadodara: In the aftermath of the recent terror attack in Kashmir, the number of people showing interest in undertaking the Amarnath Yatra has seen a sudden and sharp decline. A significant drop was recorded in the number of people seeking health certificates required for the pilgrimage. Jamnabhai Hospital near Mandvi in the old city, which issues fitness certificates to prospective pilgrims, reported a steep fall in footfall following the attack. Pilgrims must obtain these certificates before registering at select banks in the city, which are authorized to access the official registration portal for the yatra. Up until Monday, the hospital was witnessing a heavy rush of applicants. Since the process began on April 11, 288 people visited the hospital on the first day, followed by 302 on April 15, and 165 on April 16. On April 17 and again on Monday, 140 individuals came in for certification each day. However, the numbers dropped drastically from Tuesday onwards — only 67 people turned up, followed by 53 on Wednesday. By Thursday, the number plummeted further to just 20. Hospital sources noted that a gradual decline after the initial rush is typical, but the sharp drop on Thursday was unexpected and attributed to growing concerns over security. Nitin Patel of the Amarnath Yatra Sangh, which organizes annual tours to the shrine, confirmed the shift in sentiment. "There was a heavy rush before the attack. Now, even those who have already registered are coming to us expressing concern," he said. Despite the anxiety, Nitin emphasized that the yatra is scheduled to begin in July and assured that robust security arrangements will be in place. "I urge people not to cancel their plans due to such incidents," he appealed. Girish Patel from Shri Rang Amarnath Trust, which organizes a bhandara (free community meal) and assists pilgrims at the shrine, said that they haven't observed any major disruption yet. "Yes, Pahalgam is one of the yatra's starting points. But this should not impact the pilgrimage itself," he said.
