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The Hindu
9 hours ago
- Science
- The Hindu
Kanjirappally taps technology for disaster preparedness
With landslides and flash floods on the rise due to extreme rainfall events, the eastern high ranges of Kottayam are gearing up for a tech-enabled defence by installing rain gauges to establish an early warning system to improve disaster preparedness. As part of this initiative, the Wayanad-based Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology has begun a preliminary study to identify the most vulnerable zones within the Kanjirappally Block. According to officials, rain gauges will be installed in these areas to monitor rainfall trends and assess the risk of potential landslides and floods. 'The project also includes detailed mapping of the region, dividing it into 2.5-sq.-km grids based on rainfall data. This grid-based approach will help pinpoint disaster-prone areas and support the development of focused mitigation and preparedness plans,' they said. With precipitation levels regularly exceeding that of neighbouring regions, the Kanjirappaly region is susceptible to climate change-induced hazards. Officials have identified the hill tracts of Vagamon, Kootickal, Enthayar, Elamkadu, Koruthodu and Kanamala as priority zones where the risk of cloudbursts and landslides is especially high. A couple of weeks ago, the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), and the Environmental Resources Research Centre (ERRC) joined forces to deploy an automated landslide warning system in the region. Supported by NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), the commercial arm of ISRO, three Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) have been set up in Theekoy, Poonjar Thekkekara, and Moonnilavu panchayats, all located within the Meenachil river basin. These AWS units continuously track key environmental parameters such as wind speed, humidity, temperature, rainfall, soil moisture, and soil temperature. The real-time data is transmitted to servers at CUSAT, where it is analysed for early signs of potential disasters.
The Hindu
09-06-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
Kottayam's high-ranges to get automated landslide warning system
In view of of increasing incidence of landslides and localised floods caused by extreme rainfall, Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram and Environmental Resources Research Centre (ERRC), Thiruvananthapuram have joined hands to establish an automated warning system for landslides in the eastern high-ranges of Kottayam. Three automatic weather stations (AWS) have been established with the support of NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Theekoy, Poonjar Thekkekara and Moonnilavu panchayats in the Meenachil river basin. This will be followed by the installation of low-cost landslide prediction equipment in the next phase. The primary objective of the pilot project is to develop and test the operational feasibility of a reliable observation and early warning system with community participation. The project is being carried out in collaboration with the Meenachil River Protection Committee, a people's collective in the region and the local bodies. The selected study area lies in the Western Ghats of Kerala, a region that is highly prone to landslides during the monsoon. The project proposes to develop an integrated landslide early warning system using electrical, electronic, fiber-optic, and weather sensors, as well as mathematical models. 'The broader goal is to validate this proof-of-concept and, based on its success, expand the system to other vulnerable regions across the Western Ghats in Kerala that face similar monsoon-induced hazards,' said a statement. The system offers a significant advantage by enabling precise data analysis from a remote centre at CUSAT. Key environmental parameters, including wind speed, humidity, temperature, rainfall, soil moisture and soil temperature, are continuously monitored through the automated weather station and land prediction centre. This data is then transmitted to the servers at CUSAT for comprehensive analysis.
Mint
05-06-2025
- Science
- Mint
CUSAT CAT 2025: Kozhikode's ADL Zayaan tops B.Tech, check toppers list here; counselling from today
The Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) declared the results of the All India Common Admission Test (CAT 2025) on Wednesday. The entrance examination, conducted on May 10, 11, and 12, paved the way for admissions into diverse undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered by the university. 1st Rank: ADL Zayaan – Kozhikode 2nd Rank: Niranjan R – Malappuram 3rd Rank: Mahir Ali T – Kozhikode 1st Rank: Hridin S Biju – Kasaragod 2nd Rank: Akshay K – Malappuram 1st Rank: Sabari Nath K S – Kottayam 2nd Rank: Gheemal Paul – Kasaragod Five-Year Integrated BBA LLB (Hons)/BCom LLB (Hons)/BSc LLB (Hons) (Computer Science): 1st Rank: Keerthana T P – Thrissur BBA LLB (Hons)/BCom LLB (Hons): 2nd Rank: Muhammed Nidash – Kannur 3rd Rank: Meera Lal – Ernakulam BSc LLB (Hons) (Computer Science): 2nd Rank: Meera Lal – Ernakulam 3rd Rank: Aashi Sinha – Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Students who qualify in the CUSAT CAT 2025 results will be eligible to participate in the counselling process, which starts on June 5, 2025. Candidates must submit their preferences by June 20, 2025. Meanwhile, counselling for the Integrated MCA and MSc programmes is scheduled for June 12, 2025. Visit the official website: or Click on the CUSAT CAT Result 2025 link displayed on the homepage Enter your Username and Password on the candidate login page The CUSAT CAT 2025 rank card will appear on the screen Download the result and take a printout for future reference
Scroll.in
04-06-2025
- General
- Scroll.in
CUSAT CAT 2025 results declared; here's download link
The Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has announced the CAT 2025 results today, June 4, 2025. Candidates can check and download their results from the official website The computer-based test (CBT) was held from May 10 to 12, 2025. The Common Admission Test (CAT) is conducted to seek admissions to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses. Steps to download CUSAT CAT 2025 result
Hans India
04-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
CUSAT CAT 2025 Result Announced at cusat.ac.in
Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has announced the CUSAT CAT 2025 result today, June 4, 2025, at 12:30 PM. Students who took the exam can now check their results on the official website: The CUSAT CAT exam was held on May 10, 11, and 12 at different centres across the state. The results are out for all courses. How to Check CUSAT CAT 2025 Result Go to the website Click the link that says "CUSAT CAT Result 2025" A new page will open – enter your login details Click Submit Your result will appear on the screen Download it and take a printout For more details, visit the CUSAT website.
