IIT-Kanpur
Delhi's Third Cloud Seeding Trial Since 1957: Fighting Air Pollution With Artificial Rain Technology
Oct 29, 2025 02:10 am CST
After a 53-year gap, Delhi has resumed cloud seeding experiments to combat severe air pollution. The recent collaboration between the Delhi government and IIT-Kanpur marks the city's third such trial since 1957, using advanced technology to induce artificial rainfall. The Rs 3.21 crore project employs specialized aircraft releasing seeding materials into clouds, potentially offering a solution to Delhi's winter pollution crisis. Previous experiments showed promising results, with similar technology increasing rainfall by up to 46% in other Indian regions.
Tragic Death at IIT-Kanpur: Final-Year BTech Student Found Dead in Hostel Room Amid Mental Health Concerns
Oct 02, 2025 09:59 pm CST
A 22-year-old electrical engineering student at IIT-Kanpur was found deceased in his hostel room after fellow students reported a foul odor. Dheeraj Saini from Haryana, who had recently mentioned plans to visit home and expected job placement by March, was discovered hanging from the ceiling fan. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about mental health pressures facing students at premier technical institutions in India.