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News18
5 days ago
- General
- News18
Success Story: Meet Jharkhand's Vibhuti Pandey, Who Cleared JPSC, UGC NET Without Coaching
First AIR-3 in UGC NET, to clearing JPSC, self study is Vibhuti Pandey's weapon, he said. Pandey has also passed UPSC Prelims this year and is currently preparing for the Mains. Vibhuti Pandey from Latehar district in Jharkhand has secured rank 99 in the JPSC. Additionally, he has cleared the UPSC prelims and is currently preparing for the mains exam. His achievements doesn;t stop there. In January 2025, he achieved an All India Rank of 3 in UGC NET, attributing his success primarily to self-study. Vibhuti Pandey, son of Jitendra Pandey from Rocky Kala village on the Palamu-Latehar border, secured the 99th rank in the 11th to 13th JPSC. His mother, Sharda Devi, is a housewife, and his sister, Priya Kumari, is a student. Vibhuti has been selected for the Jharkhand Administrative Service without relying on special tuition or coaching, achieving this through diligent self-study. In an interview with Local18, Vibhuti shared that self-study has been his most effective tool for success, dedicating 10 to 12 hours daily to his studies at home. His dream is to become an IAS officer, a goal he has pursued since graduation. He first sat for the UPSC exam in 2023, clearing the Pre but not the Mains. He has cleared the prelims exam this year too, and is hopeful for success in the upcoming Mains exam, scheduled for next month. The 24-year-old believes every exam can be cleared through self-study. His first attempt at the JPSC benefited significantly from his UPSC preparation, particularly in answer writing, which played a crucial role in his success. In January 2025, he secured an All India Rank of 3 in the UGC NET exam while continuing his post-graduate studies at IGNOU. He credits his success to his family's unwavering support, spending 10 to 12 hours daily on self-study and seeking help from YouTube for doubts, though he did not subscribe to any specific channel. For the Jharkhand exam, he used Manish Ranjan's book for preparation. Vibhuti completed his basic education in Palamu, attending MK DAV Public School until matriculation before graduating from the University of Delhi. He is currently pursuing a Master's in Political Science from IGNOU. view comments First Published: 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.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Madhubani MP's missing son found in Darbhanga
Patna: Police found Vibhuti Kumar Yadav (24), son of Madhubani MP, Ashok Yadav, from the town area of Darbhanga on Monday. Vibhuti was missing since Sunday morning. Following the MP's complaint, the police registered a missing person's report at Laheriasarai police station. Earlier, the police had circulated Vibhuti's photographs and his details in all the police stations as well as on social media platforms to get information about him. Vibhuti was captured in CCTV footage walking alone near the Darbhanga-Samastipur border. Forces from both districts were mobilised for the search, police said. Sadar SDPO Amit Kumar said, "Vibhuti, a second-year law student in Delhi, mysteriously left his home in Darbhanga's Bengali Tola area on Sunday around 8am, without informing anyone. He had even not taken his cellphone and wallet. He was seen wearing a black trouser and a green t-shirt in the CCTV footage." Following the complaint, a cybercell team was deployed to assist in the investigation. Authorities examined the CCTV footage from various locations, including railway stations and surrounding areas. "He was captured in the CCTV, moving alone. We will question Vibhuti later as he appeared tired and exhausted. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo He might be depressed over some issue, leading to his leaving his home. Further investigation is on in the case," the SDPO added. The case drew significant attention due to the family's political background. Vibhuti's grandfather, Hukumdeo Narayan Yadav, was a five-term MP from Madhubani, who received the best Parliamentarian award and was honoured with the Padma Bhushan in 2019. Vibhuti's father, Ashok Yadav, is currently serving his second term as MP from Madhubani and was previously a two-time MLA from Keoti assembly constituency in Darbhanga.
Mint
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
‘Aapka Apna ZEE': Regional familiarity, national cohesion
Zee's new campaign Aapka Apna ZEE, unveiled on 7 June alongside a brand identity revamp and a simplified 'Z' logo, is a multi-film exercise in emotional recall and regional grounding. Rolled out across seven languages and geographies, the campaign is built around the core message: 'Saath aane se baat banti hai'—a sentiment that underlines community, shared responsibility, and cultural continuity. At the heart of each film is a wedding scenario disrupted by the absence of an army father. In every region—whether it's a mohalla in Faridabad, a village in West Godavari, or a rain-washed community in Kerala—the local ecosystem steps in to support the family. The father returns on the wedding day to find everything in place, and his wife's calm line—'Itna bada parivaar hai, aaraam se ho gaya'—closes the loop. What sets the campaign apart is its tight integration of hyperlocal detail with a national emotion. In Kerala, the nalukettu homes and monsoon rhythms frame the action. In Bengal, uludhwani, shukto, and traditional boron-dhora wedding rituals add texture. The Kannada film includes chappra decoration and Arshina Shastra, while the Marathi version showcases halad chadavane and the navari sari draped in dhoti style. These aren't generic visuals—they are rooted, lived references. Adding another layer are Zee's fictional characters, embedded as participants, not celebrities or mascots. From Angoori Bhabhi and Vibhuti to Durga and Swayambhu, they appear within scenes, reinforcing the idea of Zee as part of the family, not outside of it. Deep regional embedding: Each film captures the visual, cultural, and emotional grammar of its setting. Fictional IP integration: Zee leverages its own characters in a subtle but effective way to build continuity and recall. Cross-platform rollout: A simultaneous release across all TV and digital platforms created a coordinated media moment. Repetitive emotional structure: The films follow an identical arc, which could limit distinctiveness. Safe creative approach: The storytelling plays to a proven template, without attempting narrative risk or surprise. Brand linkage gap: The emotional message lands, but its association with the new 'Z' identity may need reinforcing. Aapka Apna ZEE is a brand consolidation effort, not a disruption. Its strength lies in cultural proximity. Its challenge lies in breaking clutter through repetition.
