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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
1-yr PG for LU grads passing 4-yr course
Lucknow: From academic session 2025-26, Lucknow University will offer a one-year post-graduation programme to students under National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This will be the first time LU offers a one-year PG option to its students. Only students who pursued four years UG courses will be eligible for this programme. "There are around 150 students in BA and BCom courses who opted to pursue four-year UG at LU and completed the course. Now they can pursue one year PG. Those who have pursed four-year graduation from other state universities can also pursue one year of PG from LU," said Prof Geetanjali Mishra, LU Dean Academics. She said introduction of one-year PG programme is part of the university's implementation of NEP. The existing two-year post-graduation option will be on offer to students who completed a three-year graduation. Also, in academic session 2025-26, for the first time, 'Professor of Practice' will be teaching at LU. In three departments comprising journalism and mass communication, Hindi, and Social Work, a professor of practice has been appointed.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
IIRF 2025: BBAU 19th among top central universities, LU 5th among urban state institutions
LUCKNOW Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) has been ranked 19th among the top central universities in India, while the University of Lucknow secured the 5th position nationally in the category of state universities located in urban regions, according to the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) 2025. 'We are immensely proud to be ranked among the top central universities in India by the IIRF,' said prof Raj Kumar Mittal, vice-chancellor of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University in a press release on Sunday. BBAU has retained its position since last year, underscoring the university's steadfast commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and holistic student development. The latest IIRF ranking reflects the consistent efforts of its distinguished faculty, talented students, and strong administrative support, he added. Prof Mittal added, 'It is a collective success that motivates us to further elevate our standards and contribute significantly to nation-building through education and innovation.' LU spokesperson Dr Durgesh Kumar Srivastava informed that for the first time, publicly funded state universities (excluding medical and technical institutions) have been included in the IIRF rankings. In this newly introduced category, the University of Lucknow has emerged as the top-ranked university in Uttar Pradesh and secured third position nationally, following Panjab University and Andhra University. The University of Lucknow has excelled across all evaluation parameters, securing an impressive score of 951.62 out of 1000. LU vice-chancellor, Prof Alok Kumar Rai, said, 'This national recognition is a testament to the collective dedication of our faculty, students, and staff. It highlights our consistent commitment to quality education, impactful research, and inclusive academic development. The university remains steadfast in its pursuit of excellence and its contribution to India's higher education landscape.' The IIRF ranking evaluates institutions based on various parameters, including placement performance, teaching learning resources & pedagogy, research (volume, income and reputation), industry income and integration, placement strategies & support, future orientation, and external perception & international outlook. In addition to this IIRF ranking, BBAU also holds the 33rd rank among the top universities in India according to the NIRF 2024 ranking.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Scoring 95%, LU ranks 5th in IIRF 2025
Lucknow: In the category of state universities located in urban regions, Lucknow University secured fifth position at national level in the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) 2025, . According to university authorities, LU performed exceptionally well across all parameters, earning an impressive score of 951.62 out of 1,000. IIRF rankings are among most comprehensive evaluations of higher education institutions in India. Universities are assessed on key performance indicators such as placement performance, teaching-learning resources and pedagogy, research, industry income and integration, placement strategy and support, future orientation and external perception and international outlook."Among publicly funded state universities (non-medical and non-technical), LU stands as top-ranked university in UP and ranks third at the national level, following Punjab University and Andhra University," said LU Vice-Chancellor Prof Alok Kumar Rai. He said this national recognition is testament to collective efforts of our faculty, students and staff. It reflects our sustained focus on quality education, impactful research and inclusive academic growth. The university is committed to continuing its journey of excellence and contributing meaningfully to higher education landscape of India. "This achievement marks a significant milestone in the university's academic journey and adds yet another feather to its illustrious legacy spanning over a century," he added.
Express Tribune
03-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Lucha libre takes over WWE
WWE's Netflix era has been a bit shakier than it was expected to be, and the company, under TKO, has been making some questionable decisions, such as releasing the beloved veteran R-Truth and several others since WrestleMania 41, jacked up ticket prices, and the overall creative direction. But at the same time, there's a lot to be excited about. Lucha is taking over WWE. With the arrival of new luchadors, the company is bent on targeting the Latino market. And it's no surprise the move coincides with WWE buying AAA, the 33-year-old Mexican promotion. Lucha libre has long been a part of WWE shows and international pro-wrestling in general. The rich history of Latino stars, the colourful masks, high-flying in-ring style, all have an appeal worldwide. One can evaluate it based on the success of one of the most popular luchadors in history, Rey Mysterio. And with the lucha invasion of WWE, there are many more willing to step up and find their own place on the global stage. Dark Angel The newest addition to the Monday Night Raw roster is the 'Dark Angel' Stephanie Vaquer. The Chilean superstar has lit the wrestling world on fire since last year. She is the first Chilean woman to compete and win championships in Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL), New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) and WWE. My first introduction to Vaquer was when she appeared in AEW last year during a brief stint. She faced off against Mercedes Mone in a Winner Takes All match where both Mone's TBS Championship and Vaquer's Strong Women's Championship were on the line. Going into the match, most of the audience wasn't aware of her. You could hear their indifference to Vaquer challenging a top star. But in the span of one match, Vaquer performed so well and impressed the crowd so much that everyone began chanting for her. She was facing an established star like Mone and yet was able to turn the crowd in her favour in a few minutes. That's what put her on WWE's radar and soon, she joined the company. Since joining, she has been a double champion in NXT and has further raised her stock. On Monday, she defeated Ivy Nile and one-half of the women's tag champ Liv Morgan to qualify for the upcoming Money in the Bank match this weekend. Cero Miedo Penta has been a man of many names throughout his career. But his 'Cero Miedo' (zero fear) motto has been a constant. The dark enigma has been around for a long time and has accumulated numerous accolades around the world. And since joining WWE in early 2025, he's slowly coming into his own on the grand stage. I first saw him perform as part of the Lucha Underground (LU) promotion in late 2014. The word 'aura' has been dragged across the mud and repeatedly stomped into the ground by kids at this point, but Penta certainly has it. He has had it for as long as I've seen him perform. In LU, Penta made himself a megastar in a short time with his insane charisma and brutal moves. His storyline with the veteran Vampiro put him on the map. As a fan, his eventual bloody fight with Vampiro and the post-match big reveal was one of the greatest story endings in wrestling – something that would even make M Night Shyamalan nervous. Penta is also set to compete in the men's Money in the Bank and is involved in a rivalry with El Grande Americano, who's definitely a different iconic luchador and not Chad Gable in a mask. With zero fear, Penta is all ready to display dangerous feats in the ladder match in which he is sure to feel like home with his history of competing in brutal matches. Speaking of lucha libre and dangerous matches, Penta's younger brother Rey Fenix isn't far behind either. The former Lucha Bros signed with WWE at the same time. And Fenix has been killing it on SmackDown since his arrival. It's a certainty that the brothers will reform the tag team in the future. And except for any unforeseen circumstances, they are guaranteed to win tag and singles titles during their run and become mainstays on the roster for years. AAA WWE already employs a number of fantastic luchadors on the roster such as Andrade, who is a rock solid addition to any promotion and it's mind-boggling why he isn't a world champion. Besides him, you have the Latino World Order faction with Cruz Del Toro, Joaquin Wilde and Dragon Lee led by the legendary Mysterio; and Legado Del Fantasma with Santos Escobar, Angel and Berto. And now with WWE's acquisition of AAA, the roster has opened up. You have luchadores and luchadoras that perform in the Mexican promotion being able to perform under the WWE brand. WWE's Worlds Collide premium live event, which is also slated for this weekend, will be a pure showcase of lucha libre. Besides the aforementioned stars, it will include AAA's best offerings. So far, the matches announced include Legado Del Fantasma vs. El Hijo de Dr Wagner Jr, Pagano, and Psycho Clown. El Hijo del Vikingo will face Chad Gable for the AAA Mega Championship. Ethan Page will defend his NXT North American Championship against Je'Von Evans, Laredo Kid and Rey Fénix. And LWO will fight Octagón Jr, Aero Star, and Mr. Iguana. It's almost unbelievable that in 2025, we are seeing the likes of Vikingo, Laredo Kid, Aero Star, Fenix, Penta, and many more wrestle under the WWE brand. While WWE has been looking for the next Rey Mysterio to cater to the Hispanic audience for nearly two decades, they have not been able to find one. Many have come and tried, including another iconic luchador Mistico aka Sin Cara, but none have been able to match what Mysterio has been doing for decades. But now with a vast pool of talent opening up, the possibility to find stars that transcend the wrestling world and become part of pop culture are higher than before. Names like Penta, Fenix and Vaquer are a few who could achieve mega success in WWE, if booked right.
Hindustan Times
31-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
LUTA polls: Anitya Gaurav elected LU teachers' body president, Ram Milan gen secy
Anitya Gaurav of Ancient Indian history department was elected as the new president in the Lucknow University Teachers' Association (LUTA) elections held on Saturday, said Prof Dinesh Kumar, the returning officer for the polls. Ram Milan of the commerce department was elected the new LUTA general secretary, he added. Gaurav, who was the LUTA general secretary when the teachers' body polls were last held in 2023, defeated Vineet Kumar Verma by 22 votes. Verma, a mathematics department faculty member, is also a former LUTA president and general secretary. Anitya Gaurav polled 197 votes while Verma managed 175. The new LUTA general secretary Ram Milan got 196 votes, defeating philosophy department's Rajendra Kumar Verma who polled 171 votes. As many as 405 faculty members were voters in the LUTA polls and 389 votes were cast, said returning officer Prof Dinesh Kumar. Meanwhile, CR Gautam, SAA Jafri and Monisha Banerjee won the post of vice president. Akash Asthana, Ashok Kumar and Karuna Shankar Kanaujia will be the new joint secretaries of the LU teachers' body, while Dinesh Yadav is the new treasurer. Sanjay Medhavi defeated Priya to become the representative of management sciences, while Annamali Senthil Kumar, Gaurav Singh and Shyamlesh Kumar Tiwari were elected as arts representatives unopposed. Bharat Kumar, Sangeeta Srivastava and Suchit Swaroop were elected as science representatives unopposed. Others who have won the elections unopposed are Chandrakant Kushwaha, Sanjay Singh Yadav, Alok Kumar and Niharika as commerce, education, fine arts and law representatives respectively. 'I will fulfil the promises I made in my manifesto, including getting promotion committees in the remaining departments, cashless health insurance for dependent children, getting the age limit for cashless health insurance increased to 65 and upto ₹5 lakh, the working conditions of state and central universities to be similar, PhD increments, getting the bar for retirement raised to 65 years. We will begin working as soon as possible with the permission of the election returning officer,' Gaurav said.
