Lucknow | The Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET), Lucknow, popularly known as the “Engineering College” of the city, continues to stand tall as one of the premier technical institutions affiliated with Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU). Established in 1984 by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, IET Lucknow has, over the past four decades, earned a reputation for academic rigor, quality infrastructure, and a vibrant campus life that nurtures both technical competence and leadership.Founded as a society-governed institute and fully financed by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, IET Lucknow is administered by the Executive Council of AKTU. The institute began its journey as the Faculty of Engineering and Technology under the University of Lucknow, marking the foundation of structured engineering education in the state capital. From Three Programs to a Comprehensive Engineering HubAt its inception, IET Lucknow offered B.Tech programmes in Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics & Communication Engineering. Within a year, the institute expanded its academic offerings with the introduction of Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, responding to the growing demand for skilled engineers.  Today, the institute operates from a sprawling 100-acre campus, developed by the Uttar Pradesh Rajkiya Nirman Nigam Limited (UPRNN). The campus houses well-planned academic and administrative blocks, separate hostels for boys and girls, and nearly 100 residential quarters for teaching and non-teaching staff. The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) played a key role in developing essential infrastructure such as roads, power supply, drainage, and sewage systems, ensuring a fully functional and self-sustained campus. A Preferred Choice for Top Engineering AspirantsAdmission to IET Lucknow is highly competitive. Undergraduate students are selected through the Uttar Pradesh State Entrance Examination (UPSEE), currently conducted by AKTU. Each year, nearly 1.5 lakh students appear for the examination, competing for seats in more than 800 engineering colleges

Campus Times |Lucknow The Ghaziabad Incident That Shocked the Nation According to initial reports, three real sisters aged approximately 12, 14, and 16 allegedly died by suicide after being deeply influenced by a dangerous online “death challenge” game reportedly known as the Korean Love Game. The girls were said to be heavily addicted to the task-based game, spending most of their time playing it and gradually distancing themselves from school and daily routines.Reports suggest that such games often involve interaction with anonymous strangers who slowly gain emotional control over children. The game allegedly assigns step-by-step challenges, eventually leading to extreme and life-threatening tasks. Investigators also revealed that the sisters left behind an 18-page suicide note expressing their emotional attachment to the game, highlighting the alarming psychological grip such digital platforms can create.A Growing Pattern of Online Death ChallengesThis is not the first time such cases have surfaced. Earlier, globally reported online challenge games like the Blue Whale Challenge gained notoriety for allegedly encouraging participants to harm themselves through progressively dangerous tasks. Experts warn that these games operate by exploiting teenage emotional vulnerability. Children are initially attracted through themes of friendship, attention, or emotional connection. Gradually, manipulation, fear, and threats are used to control their behaviour.Are Online Games Rewiring Teen Minds?Research highlighted in the book iGen by renowned psychologist Jean M. Twenge indicates a sharp rise in depression and suicidal tendencies among teenagers since the early 2010s. The report links these behavioural changes significantly to excessive screen time, social media exposure, and online gaming addiction. With smartphones becoming common among teenagers, the risk of digital dependency is increasing rapidly, making parental supervision more critical than ever.Warning Signs Parents Must Never Ignore Speaking to Campus Times, psychology expert Dr. Lalima, Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at BBAU Lucknow, explained that

Campus Times| Lucknow Around 300 students participated in a two-day National Youth Parliament organized at Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University (DSMNRU), Lucknow, under the leadership of YuvaRashtra in collaboration with the Department of Political Science and Public Administration. In the competition, Sachin Mishra secured first place, Harshit Prajapati finished second, and Payal Yadav stood third. Winners were awarded trophies, medals, and certificates, while all participants received certificates of appreciation.The event was held at the university’s Artificial Limb Centre and focused on strengthening democratic values among youth. The central highlight of the program was a debate on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Participants assumed the roles of Members of Parliament and engaged in discussions from both ruling and opposition perspectives. After detailed deliberations, the proposed bill was passed through voting in the simulated House.Addressing the inaugural session, Uttar Pradesh Minister Satish Chandra Sharma encouraged students to actively engage in democratic processes. RSS regional office-bearer Manojkant Ji spoke on constitutional values and social reforms, while Women’s Commission Vice Chairperson Aparna Yadav urged youth participation in politics. The program was presided over by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sanjay Singh, who emphasized the importance of institutional dialogue in strengthening democracy.On the second day, IAS officer and Chief Minister’s Advisor Avnish Awasthi stressed that understanding the Constitution is essential for complete education. Dr. Rajkumar, Vice-Chancellor of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, highlighted the need for regular Youth Parliament initiatives. The valedictory session was addressed by former Deputy Chief Minister and Rajya Sabha MP Dr. Dinesh Sharma, who described the Youth Parliament as an opportunity for youth to prepare for nation-building.The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Ashutosh Pandey, marking the successful completion of the National Youth Parliament.

Campus Times | LucknowThe Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced that the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 session will now be conducted over two days — February 7 and 8 — instead of a single day, to accommodate a surge in registrations and ensure smoother conduct of the exam.According to the revised schedule, Paper II will be held in the morning shift (9:30 am – 12:00 pm) on both days, followed by Paper I in the afternoon shift (2:30 pm – 5:00 pm).The CTET—an essential eligibility test for aspiring teachers across India—will take place in over 140 cities nationwide, with strict guidelines in place to maintain exam integrity. Registered candidates should reach their assigned centres well before reporting time as late entry will not be permitted. Total 25,30,436 on record have been registered.CTET 2026 examination offered total 20 Indian Languages with core question paper in English and Hindi.For related updates check official website https://ctet.nic.in/How To Download CTET Admit Card 2026Step 1: Visit the official website at ctet.nic.in.Step 2: Click on the CTET Admit Card 2026 link available on the homepageStep 3: Enter your application number, date of birth, and security pin.Step 4: The CTET admit card will appear on the screen; check all details carefully.Step 5: Download the admit card and take a printout for the examination dayEligibility:Paper I (Classes I‑V): Senior Secondary with 50% + 2‑year D.El.Ed / 4‑year B.El.Ed / Graduation + B.Ed.Paper II (Classes VI‑VIII): Graduation with 50% + 2‑year D.El.Ed / B.Ed / B.Sc-B.Ed or BA-B.Ed.Relaxation applies for reserved categories.Exam Pattern:Duration: 2½ hours, MCQs only, 150 questions, 1 mark each, no negative marking.Paper I: Child Development & Pedagogy, Languages I & II, Maths, Environmental Studies.Paper II: Child Development & Pedagogy, Languages I & II, and either Maths & Science or Social Studies.Qualifying Marks: 60% for general category.Candidates must check the official CBSE portal

Campus Times| LucknowThe Basic Education Department organized the ‘Pragati: From Self-Respect to Equality’ Bal Utsav in Gomti Nagar on Sunday, bringing together nearly 850 students, teachers, and parents from across the state. The event featured 22 thematic stalls, which emerged as major attractions for visitors.During the programme, girls presented flash mobs, street plays, dance, yoga demonstrations, and mime performances based on themes of women’s empowerment and self-respect. Through these activities, participants highlighted the importance of girls’ education, rights, and equal opportunities in society.Remarkable SuccessOn the occasion, 23 talented girls and alumni who have achieved remarkable success in fields such as sports, education, innovation, and social awareness were honoured. Among them were Anokhi and Payal Pal, students of Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya in Malihabad, who have been selected for the state football team trials. The state-level programme also witnessed the release of comic books prepared by children, inspirational success stories of former Meena Manch members, and a case-study booklet related to Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas.Chief Guest Sandeep Singh said that earlier girls received fewer opportunities compared to boys, but today they are excelling in education, sports, science, administration, and technology. Director General of School Education Monica Rani noted that the Bal Utsav initiative began in 2024 and has been expanded to all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh for 2025–26.

Campus Times| Lucknow The closing phase of the Sports Event 2025–26 has begun at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), with a series of indoor and outdoor competitions scheduled from March 6 to March 13. According to the university’s Sports Section, the first three days will feature indoor games and badminton, followed by track and field events including 100m, 200m, 400m, and 1500m races, shot put, discus throw, relay race, long jump, and tug of war.Aim of the gameAccording to the media report, Assistant Director of the Sports Section Dr. (Lt.) Manoj Kumar Dadwal said that the first three days of the closing phase will feature indoor sports and badminton competitions. This will be followed by track and field events including 100m, 200m, 400m, and 1500m races, shot put, relay race, discus throw, long jump, and tug of war, with enthusiastic participation expected from university students, Dr.Dadwal said the competitions aim to promote sportsmanship, discipline, and healthy competition among students.The event is being organized under the direction of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal and the guidance of Sports Director Prof. K. L. Mahawar. Assistant Director of Sports Dr. (Lt.) Manoj Kumar Dadwal. The sports meet, which began in November 2025, will conclude with a prize distribution ceremony on March 13. A large number of students are expected to participate, creating a vibrant atmosphere on campus.

Campus Times| LucknowA three-day Rural Science Congress 2026 focusing on “Sustainable Rural Transformation through Science, Technology and Management” began on March 9 at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU). The event is jointly organized by the university’s Department of Management Studies and the Prof. H. S. Srivastava Foundation for Science and Society and will continue till March 11.Chairing the inaugural session, Acting Vice-Chancellor Sunita Mishra highlighted the role of science, technology and government support in accelerating rural development. She stressed that combining traditional rural knowledge with modern technologies such as nanotechnology and artificial intelligence can significantly improve agriculture, nutrition, and rural livelihoods.Environmental Challenges Chief Guest Pramod Tandon, former Vice-Chancellor of North Eastern Hill University and CEO of Biotech Park Lucknow, said India’s real progress depends on the holistic development of villages. He emphasized the potential of agriculture, rural entrepreneurship and MSMEs in strengthening the rural economy and increasing agricultural exports.Experts also discussed public health, environmental challenges and scientific research in agriculture. Suryakant warned about rising air pollution as an “invisible killer,” while Ajit Kumar Shasany, Director of CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, spoke about the importance of plant immunity and bioactive compounds for agriculture and medicine.The inaugural session also saw the release of a book titled “Mere Bheetar aur Bahar Ek Prithvi” by Rana Pratap Singh. The congress will feature special lectures, award lectures, and cultural performances, bringing together researchers, academicians, and students to discuss innovative solutions for sustainable rural development.

Campus Times | LucknowThe Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has invited online applications for 58 teaching posts under the Directorate of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment will be conducted through the Teaching Cadre Main Examination based on the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025).According to the official notification, the vacancies fall under Advertisement No. 03-Exam/2026 and aim to strengthen the teaching workforce in institutions working for the education and empowerment of persons with disabilities across the state.Application Deadline and Important DatesCandidates can submit their applications through the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission.·        Application Start : April 6, 2026·        Last Date to Submit Application and Fee: April 27, 2026·        Last Date for Fee Reconciliation and Corrections: May 4, 2026Eligibility CriteriaOnly candidates who appeared in the PET-2025 examination and have been issued a valid scorecard by UPSSSC are eligible to apply. Applicants must also possess the required educational qualifications for the advertised teaching posts.Shortlisting for the main written examination will be done based on the normalized score obtained in PET-2025, and only shortlisted candidates will be allowed to appear for the main exam.Age Limit and Application FeeThe age limit for candidates is 21 to 40 years, while age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates according to Uttar Pradesh government rules.The application fee is ₹25 for all categories, which must be paid online during the submission of the application form.Online Application SystemThe Commission has clarified that applications will be accepted only through the online application system available on its official portal upsssc.gov.in. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.Boost to Inclusive EducationThe recruitment drive is expected to strengthen inclusive education initiatives in Uttar Pradesh, as the Directorate works to provide specialized educational support and training for students with disabilities. The selection process will

Campus Times| Lucknow A meeting of all Deans, Heads of Departments, Directors, and officers was held at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University on 3 March under the chairmanship of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal to discuss the implementation of the ‘Seva Sankalp Resolution’ issued by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, Department of Higher Education.Addressing the gathering, Prof. Mittal emphasized strengthening governance mechanisms, aligning rules for faster decision-making, and developing a student-centric ‘Seva Charter’ to ensure time-bound resolution of academic and administrative issues. He urged faculty and officers to work in the spirit of a “Karmyogi” and develop the University as a “Seva Teerth,” while ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsive public service.The Vice-Chancellor also stressed the need to prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for timely grievance redressal, promote entrepreneurship and human values among students, and enhance the social relevance of research so that its outcomes benefit society at large.Seva Sankalp Resolution The meeting began with the reading of the ‘Seva Sankalp Resolution’ by Prof. Shilpi Verma. Participants also discussed strengthening work culture and ensuring holistic development of students, including physical, mental, spiritual, and intellectual growth.Referring to the philosophy of A. P. J. Abdul Kalam and his book Transcendence, the Vice-Chancellor encouraged members to work beyond their capacities for the progress of the University and the nation. Faculty members and officers assured their commitment to working with a spirit of ‘Seva Bhav’ and offered suggestions to improve institutional functioning.

Campus Times | LucknowThe march was organized with clear and structured demands for stronger equity mechanisms in higher education. Students sought legal recognition of caste-based discrimination as an institutional offence, the establishment of independent anti-discrimination bodies, the formation of a State Higher Education Social Justice Commission, time-bound grievance redressal systems, and protection for complainants.Citing a 118% rise in discrimination complaints over the past five years, students argued that existing mechanisms are inadequate. Despite prior notice of a peaceful protest, the event witnessed heavy police deployment, barricading, and detentions. Even then, students maintained that their movement remained peaceful and focused on making universities more just, accountable, and inclusive.Several student organizations, including AISA, NSUI, SCS, BASF, SFI, BAPSA, Yuva, and the Ambedkarite Students’ Association, extended their solidarity to the march.Student unions collectively stated that discrimination in higher education is not confined to any one group but is a shared concern of the entire student community.Speaking to the media, student leaders saidMahendra Yadav, National Vice-President of SCS, stated that caste-based discrimination is a structural problem that requires legal recognition and external oversight.Shubham Kharwar, General Secretary of NSUI Uttar Pradesh, said that it is unjust to stop students from raising constitutional demands through force, adding that institutional accountability cannot be suppressed.Varun Azad of BASF remarked that dragging student leaders away reflects intolerance toward democratic dissent.Harshvardhan, Joint Secretary of AISA Uttar Pradesh, said that the sharp rise in discrimination complaints underscores the urgent need for an independent and enforceable equality mechanism. 

Campus Times| LucknowAddressing the gathering, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal said that Intellectual Property Rights form the backbone of a strong research ecosystem. He observed that in the present market-driven global economy, IPR plays a decisive role in determining a nation’s economic strength. Referring to India’s progress in patents, GI tags, designs, and trademarks, he said these developments reflect the country’s growing innovation capacity. He urged academic institutions to align research with innovation and societal needs, encouraging faculty members to work towards patent development. Key highlight of the event VC Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal called for developing a “One Faculty–One Patent” culture to link university research with industry and society.Experts highlighted Intellectual Property Rights as a key driver of national economy, innovation, and global competitiveness.Chief Guest Dr. Yasir Abbas Zaidi stressed the need for IPR awareness and startup-oriented teams in universities to protect research outcomes.Industry expert Aditya Kumar Sharma underlined IPR’s crucial role in building Atmanirbhar Bharat by turning ideas into measurable economic value.The workshop emphasized strengthening industry–academia collaboration through patents, startups, and innovation-led research. Vision @2047In his address, Dr. Yasir Abbas Zaidi described IPR as a key driver of the national economy. He stated that while India has a strong research base, IPR provides a mechanism to protect and utilize innovation effectively. Emphasizing awareness and structured implementation, he encouraged universities to promote startup-oriented teams under faculty guidance, expressing confidence that IPR would contribute significantly to the goal of Developed India @2047.Sharing industry perspectives, Mr. Aditya Kumar Sharma said that Intellectual Property Rights play a crucial role in building an Atmanirbhar Bharat. He stressed that innovation must be supported by IPR to translate ideas into measurable economic outcomes. Prof. Sunita Mishra noted that IPR helps researchers identify the patentability of their work, while Prof. Naveen Kumar Arora highlighted the role of

Campus Times| LucknowVolunteers of the National Service Scheme (NSS) at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University conducted a road safety awareness campaign on Thursday as part of the seven-day special camp being organized on campus. On the fourth day of the camp (March 12), students reached out to pedestrians and vehicle drivers along the Bijnor–Bangla Bazar route, encouraging them to follow traffic rules and adopt safe driving practices. During the campaign, volunteers highlighted the importance of wearing helmets, using seat belts, avoiding over-speeding, and obeying traffic signals to reduce road accidents. The initiative aimed to sensitize the public and promote responsible behavior on the roads.Unani system of medicineFollowing the awareness drive, the volunteers visited Unani Medical College Aurangabad Khalsa, Lucknow, where they learned about the Unani system of medicine, its treatment methods, and healthcare services as part of an educational tour. Programme Officers Dr. Arpit Shailesh, Dr. Meena Vishweshwar, Dr. Bhim Sonkar, and Dr. Narendra Singh were present during the activities. The programme emphasized the role of students in fostering social responsibility and community awareness.