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A BTech applicant who hacked IIT Kanpur's website after being denied admission, demanding a 'fair chance', has been invited by the IIT director for an assessment. This follows his alleged act of leaving a message on the website.
The Lucknow-Kanpur expressway, inaugurated just 12 days prior by Yogi Adityanath, Rajnath Singh, and Nitin Gadkari, has developed cracks in Uttar Pradesh, India.
A 23-year-old BTech gold medallist in Kanpur, India, died by suicide after failing to secure a government job despite more than fifty attempts, leaving a poignant note.
A man from Kanpur, desperate for work, accepted an airport job offer that turned out to be non-existent, highlighting a prevalent job scam.
A 17-year-old NDA cadet from Kanpur, Abhinav Bajpai, died during a physical training session roughly two weeks after joining the academy.
IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur have announced the introduction of a practice-oriented Bachelor of Cybersecurity program, set to commence in July 2026.
A trainee pilot sustained injuries after being struck by a running propeller while deboarding a training aircraft at Kanpur airport. The incident led to the grounding of the flight and the derostering of the instructor.
A female cadet pilot sustained injuries after being struck by a running propeller at a flight training institute in Kanpur, India. She was hospitalized following the incident.
A devastating building fire in Lucknow has resulted in the deaths of two close friends and colleagues, Sanyam Vij and Surajbhan Singh, both 3D artists and sole breadwinners for their families.
Professor Rishikesha Krishnan, a distinguished physicist and alumnus of IIT Kanpur and IIM Bangalore, has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Ashoka University. He previously headed two IIMs.
A teenager who identified serious loopholes in the CBSE's online marking system has been offered a full-time job at IIT-Kanpur.
A new study by researchers from Lancaster University and IIT Kanpur indicates that COVID-19 forced vulnerable Indian households into difficult choices.
Kanpur Police have cracked a murder case involving a woman's body found in a field, initially complicated by what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Social media influencer Manasi was found dead in Kanpur under suspicious circumstances, with her family alleging dowry-related harassment and murder by her husband and in-laws, claiming the incident was staged as a suicide. This follows a previous report of a woman found dead months after her wedding to a social media influencer in Uttar Pradesh, with a case registered against her husband and family.
A four-member expert team from IIT-Madras and IIT-Kanpur has been assigned to assist the CBSE in resolving problems linked to the re-evaluation process and the OSM system, as a Parliament panel reviews CBSE marking, NEET, and language policy.
A violent road rage clash in Kanpur, sparked by a bike collision, resulted in the deaths of a father and son. One other person was injured in the incident.
The UPSC has added Kanpur, Meerut, and Bhubaneshwar as new examination centers for the Civil Services Examination Prelims 2026, with over 23,000 candidates already registered.
The Allahabad High Court has strongly condemned the Kanpur police for using 'primitive British Raj methods' to harass the relatives of a 'fugitive,' highlighting concerns about police conduct.
IIT Kanpur has developed BODH AI, an artificial intelligence system designed to make hospital data gathering safer and more secure for patients.
A man identified as Shamar Elkins shot and killed eight children, including seven of his own, and wounded their mother in Louisiana. Police later shot and killed the perpetrator, while one child reportedly escaped by jumping from a roof.
A new 63-km expressway connecting Lucknow and Kanpur is expected to open next month, promising a 30-minute travel time, though the high toll remains a point of concern.
A video showing a woman being brutally assaulted by her father-in-law in Kanpur, India, has gone viral, with the victim alleging severe physical abuse and dowry harassment. Police have registered a case.
A woman from Kanpur alleges her in-laws demanded she either donate a kidney to her husband or arrange 30 lakh rupees as dowry, despite her family already providing substantial gifts.
A five-year-old girl from Kanpur presented a toy bulldozer to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during his morning walk, a gesture the Chief Minister accepted as a 'symbol of great trust'.
IIT Kanpur is set to strengthen its research capabilities in Artificial Intelligence through a new collaboration with Crisil Limited, aiming to advance innovation in the field.
IIT Kanpur is set to host 'Abhivyakti', a tech startup event, starting from March 20.
A temple priest in Kanpur was assaulted by a mob after a photo, allegedly showing him eating non-vegetarian food, went viral on social media.
A meeting of the RSS in Kanpur is prioritizing strategies to increase BJP's ground presence and address discontent among its cadre members.
A newly married couple, Saurabh Savita and Shalini, were discovered dead in their rented room in Kanpur, India, in a suspected murder-suicide. Police are investigating the incident, with initial speculation suggesting Saurabh may have strangled Shalini before taking his own life, applying vermilion to her head.
IIIT Lucknow has reported its highest-ever BTech placements, while Manindra Agrawal, the Director of IIT Kanpur, has taken on additional responsibilities.
A 32-year-old woman from Kanpur tested positive for HIV after developing a severe infection following a tattoo in Delhi, with doctors suspecting a contaminated needle as the cause. She has started Anti-Retroviral Therapy.
India's first high-tech expressway, designed to reduce travel time between Lucknow and Kanpur to 35 minutes, has officially opened today.
IIT Kanpur has received a 10 crore rupee donation from the founder of Adobe India, an alumnus, to fund the construction of a new student hostel block.
The Uttar Pradesh T20 League is set to move from Kanpur's Green Park Stadium to Lucknow's Ekana Stadium shortly after its initial announcement, citing concerns over inadequate floodlights and limited seating at Green Park.
A teenager in Kanpur, India, has alleged abduction and confinement, claiming he was pressured to recite religious verses and eat beef in an attempt to force his conversion.
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has announced an extension for the admission deadlines for its online MTech, MSc, and PG Diploma programs.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced plans to bring a proposal for the construction of a rapid rail corridor connecting Lucknow, Unnao, and Kanpur.
A 22-year-old man in Kanpur allegedly died by suicide after his beloved pet fish perished due to a prolonged power outage, with police investigating the incident.
Nisarga Adhikary, known for flagging vulnerabilities in CBSE's OSM system, stated that his salary at IIT Kanpur is less than he expected, noting he misses the financial advantage of earning in dollars.
An alumnus of IIT Kanpur has pledged $1.15 million towards the establishment of a new Chemical Engineering facility at the institution.
A petrol pump in Kanpur is under investigation after a car owner claimed to have received 52 liters of petrol in a 45-liter tank, raising suspicions of malpractice.
Kanpur police have sent the amputated hand of an ITBP jawan's mother for forensic testing, stating that the report is crucial to their ongoing investigation into the incident.
An expert team comprising two members each from IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras has been formed to audit the technical systems and workflows of the CBSE portal.
The Indian government has enlisted experts from IITs and PSBs to resolve technical glitches affecting the CBSE portal. These experts will assist in fixing the snag to ensure the portal's smooth operation.
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has announced the launch of four new online MTech programs, with classes scheduled to commence in September.
Actor Angad Bedi revealed his fondness for Banarasi laddoos, admitting his weakness for the sweet despite his diet.
An 11-year-old student from a gurukul-style school in Kanpur, India, was found murdered with 43 severe injuries and 11 cigarette burns, leading to the arrest of the school operator and another suspect.
A father in Kanpur, India, was arrested after allegedly strangling and slitting the throats of his 11-year-old twin daughters. Police are investigating mental stress, depression, and financial issues as possible motives for the crime, identifying the accused as Shashi Ranjan Mishra.
Police in Kanpur, India, have arrested Rohit Tewari, a 12th-grade passout who posed as a doctor, for orchestrating 30 illegal kidney transplants by luring poor individuals to sell their organs for profit.
A woman in Kanpur, India, has filed a police report against her in-laws, accusing them of demanding a dowry of Rs 30 lakh or a kidney donation for her husband, whose kidney damage they allegedly concealed.
Following a failed attempt last year, Delhi is once again considering artificial rain, with IIT Kanpur seeking permission to conduct cloud seeding trials between April and June.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Kanpur anti-Sikh riots has successfully narrowed down 1,251 cases to 11 and filed chargesheets against 74 accused individuals.
Lucknow, Varanasi, and Kanpur in India are expected to experience a rapid increase in temperatures this week, following a period of pleasant weather.
A woman in Kanpur has died by suicide just weeks after her husband's death. A video message from the deceased has reportedly surfaced.
A Lamborghini involved in a high-profile crash in Kanpur has been released following the posting of an ₹8.5 crore bond.
A hacker responsible for breaching the websites of IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras might be offered a second opportunity for admissions rather than facing legal prosecution.
A B.Tech gold medallist in Kanpur died by suicide, with his father stating that he was addicted to online games and unable to achieve his goals.
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) held its 59th convocation ceremony, where 3,104 students were awarded their degrees.
The Cabinet has approved significant infrastructure projects, including a six-lane tunnel for Delhi and the 117.7-km Kanpur-Kabrai greenfield highway in Uttar Pradesh, with a total investment of Rs 14,115 crore.
A man in Kanpur allegedly attacked his girlfriend with a brick after an argument, reportedly smashing her car before dragging her out and assaulting her. Passersby intervened to apprehend the assailant.
A new highway project is set to connect Kanpur with Kabrai, significantly reducing travel time between the two locations to approximately 1.5 hours.
Kanpur Metro Corridor 1 is approaching its full operational launch following the completion of the final CMRS inspection between Kanpur Central and Naubasta.
IIT Kanpur has reported strong placement figures, with its Computer Science and Engineering department achieving 97% placement and a non-tech department reaching 100% placement.
A woman in Kanpur allegedly stabbed her husband to death following a dispute over her phone call with her boyfriend, who reportedly encouraged her during the argument.
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is set to launch a new Bachelor of Cybersecurity degree program in 2026, focusing on real-world training and admitting students through a hackathon rather than the JEE Advanced exam.
Nineteen-year-old ethical hacker Nisarg Adhikary, known for identifying security vulnerabilities in CBSE's digital systems, has been appointed as an Open-Source Intelligence and Threat Intelligence Engineer at IIT Kanpur's C3iHub, with the institution explaining the strategic importance of his expertise.
IIT Kanpur has established a helpdesk to guide JEE Advanced qualifiers through the JoSAA Counselling 2026 process.
A viral video shows a car owner in Kanpur alleging that a petrol pump overcharged him by billing 52 litres of fuel for his vehicle, which has a 45-litre tank.
Around two dozen Uttar Pradesh BEd Joint Entrance Examination candidates were injured when a damaged concrete slab covering a sewage drain collapsed outside an examination center in Kanpur, reportedly due to overcrowding.
A new 63-km expressway connecting Lucknow and Kanpur is expected to invigorate real estate demand, particularly in peri-urban areas, by enhancing connectivity and industrial movement.
IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur have been enlisted to address technical challenges within the CBSE portal, following directions issued by the Ministry.
A Vice-Chancellor at Kanpur University issued an order to foster energy conservation and responsible transportation, following an appeal from the Prime Minister.
Police in Uttar Pradesh, India, arrested four individuals for sexually harassing women on a bus traveling from Kanpur to Ahmedabad, with the arrests facilitated by a social media post.
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has appointed Professor Anil K Lalwani as the inaugural dean of its newly established medical sciences school.
A man in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly slit the throats of his twin daughters before calling the police to confess to the murders. Shocking details have emerged from the case.
Authorities have identified a Class 12 passout who allegedly posed as a doctor and is believed to be the mastermind behind a kidney transplant racket operating in Kanpur, India.
Police have written to Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) of four districts to verify hospitals suspected of having links to the ongoing kidney racket in Kanpur. This action is part of a broader investigation into the illegal organ trade.
A major kidney racket in Kanpur, India, has been exposed, leading to the arrest of five doctors after a dispute over Rs 50,000 blew their cover. Kidneys were reportedly bought for Rs 10 lakh and sold for Rs 60 lakh.
The Allahabad High Court has denied relief to seven individuals accused in the Kanpur anti-Sikh riots, with the court describing the events as 'like genocide'.
A 60-year-old retired school teacher in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly defrauded of Rs 1.57 crore in a sophisticated multi-layered cyber scam by fraudsters posing as Mark Zuckerberg.
A man in Etawah district allegedly married his minor sister-in-law before brutally murdering her with a brick. He then surrendered to the police. The incident followed the girl's disappearance and the accused posting a wedding photo on social media, prompting the family to seek their return.
A court has ordered the release of a Lamborghini seized in a Kanpur crash case, requiring an 8.30 crore bond after reviewing mechanical and technical expert reports.