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CUSAT shifts Delhi exam centre ahead of CAT 2026 exams starting May 9

CUSAT has relocated the New Delhi examination centre for CAT 2026 candidates to HRL Digital Solution. Applicants must download updated admit cards and report 90 minutes prior to the exam on May 9-11. Original photo ID or DigiLocker document is mandatory for verification.

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Lakshadweep in peril: How microplastics are destroying India’s only coral atolls

In the pristine coral atolls of Lakshadweep, where turquoise lagoons meet fragile reefs, a huge crisis is unfolding. From Minicoy to Kavaratti, plastic waste – from bottles and wrappers to fishing gear – is choking the islands, turning once-idyllic beaches and lagoons into hotspots of plastic pollution. The biggest culprits…

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New tardigrade species named after Chandrayaan-3 mission

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Cusat to partner with Russian varsity

Cusat partners with Saint Petersburg ETU for dual degree program in Electronic Component Base, offering unique opportunities for students.

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V.P. Jagathy Raj takes charge as SGOU Vice-Chancellor

V.P. Jagathy Raj appointed as Vice-Chancellor of Sreenarayanaguru Open University, focusing on innovation and skill development in education.

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Cusat, U.S. Consulate General, Chennai, ink pact

Cusat partners with U.S. Consulate General to establish an 'American Corner' for empowering Indian and American change makers.

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Cusat signs pact with university in Oman

Collaboration to redefine maritime education norms, blending innovative methodologies and shared knowledge dissemination between Cusat’s Department of Ship Technology and UTAS Musandam

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Sobha Cyrus is new principal of Cusat School of Engineering

Dr. Sobha Cyrus appointed as new Principal of School of Engineering at Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) following removal of Deepak Kumar Sahoo during investigation of tech fest 'Dhishna-23' stampede. Dr. Cyrus is a professor in Civil Engineering division and had held the position of SoE Principal earlier.

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Cusat stampede: rights panel registers case

Kerala State Human Rights Commission has registered a case and ordered an emergency inquiry into the Cusat stampede that killed four people. They will examine all factors, including security lapses, and have issued a notice to the District Police Chief and Cusat Registrar. A sitting will be held at Aluva…

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Cusat stampede: police collecting statements from maximum people

SIT probes Cochin Univ. stampede; 20+ statements recorded. No CCTV footage, but videos from eyewitnesses being sought. Letter from Principal to Registrar surfaced, but police not informed. 8 police personnel deployed on campus for 2 weeks. Stairs leading to auditorium cited as security hazard, but many programmes held there in…

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‘Nothing we could do but move with the crowd’: Eyewitnesses on Kochi college stampede

It was meant to be a night of celebrations for the students of the School of Engineering at the Cochin University of Science and Technology.

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Cusat stampede: letter from School of Engineering Principal to Registrar seeking security, police deployment emerges

Kochi police say no alert from Cusat for tech fest security; letter from SoE Principal to Registrar requesting adequate security emerges. Letter dated November 24, 2023, requested deployment of police for two off-campus music programmes. Registrar yet to comment if letter was passed on to police. Three-pronged probe by university,…

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Expert committee holds first sitting on Cusat tragedy, report likely this week

Cusat forms 3-member expert committee to investigate stampede tragedy that claimed 4 lives. Committee to submit report this week. Cusat VC committed to well-being of students & to ensure no such incidents in future. Higher Ed Dept to launch inquiry & issue guidelines to avert similar tragedies. Ministers convene meeting…

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Silence descends on Cusat campus as students bid adieu to those killed in stampede

At Cusat, tragedy struck as four people, incl. three students, died in a stampede at a tech festival. Students gathered in hushed tones, waiting for the bodies to arrive. People lined up to pay their respects, some bursting into tears, others clinging to friends. The bodies were taken to their…

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Hundred throng to pay homage to students killed in stampede at Cusat tech festival

Hundreds paid homage to the bodies of three students, who died in a stampede in Kochi at the venue of Inter University TechFest in Kalamassery

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4 students die in stampede at Cochin University of Science and Technology tech festival

At least 4 students killed, 55 injured in stampede at Kochi music night. 15 in ICU, 44 admitted to Ernakulam Medical College Hospital. Stampede occurred when those outside tried to enter auditorium. More details awaited.

The Times of India

Cochin University tech fest turns tragic; four students dead, over 60 injured in stampede

KOCHI: Four students, two men and women, have died following a stampede at the Tech Fest held at Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) in Kerala's Kochi on Saturday.

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Kerala govt. to launch memory clinics for dementia patients

Minister R. Bindu announces start of memory clinics for dementia patients in association with Health Dept. Hibi Eden, MP, delivers keynote address; P.G. Sankaran speaks on 'Bodhi' project to make Ernakulam dementia-friendly. T.J. Vinod, MLA, presides over memory walk organised by Cusat & govt.

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New marine tardigrade species named after former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

CUSAT researchers discover new species of marine tardigrade, Batillipes kalami, in Mandapam, Tamil Nadu. Named after late President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, it is the second marine tardigrade species from India and the first from the east coast. It is the 37th species of the genus Batillipes and is 0.17mm in…

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Cusat in Kerala to connect with public through Akashavani Kochi FM 102.3

CUSAT and Akashavani Kochi FM 102.3 partner to broadcast research and academic advancements. Series of talks on science to air on Mondays and Fridays from September 22. Aim to popularise infrastructural and academic achievements and increase public interest in the varsity. Content to be short and simple. Faculty and researchers…

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Cusat to offer ‘mercy chance’ exam for those enrolled since 2000

Cusat to offer 'mercy chance' exam for B.Tech candidates with backlogs since 2000. Exam likely to be held in November at School of Engineering, Thrikkakara. Exam based on requests from candidates, many of whom are now working in IT or have started their own businesses.

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Cusat’s centre of excellence in advanced materials gets Central grant

The Centre of Excellence in Advanced Materials (CEAM) at Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) has received a grant of ₹50 lakh from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for lab renovation.

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Cusat introduces gender-neutral uniform for engineering students

The students now have the twin option of wearing either shirts and pants or churidar. Till now, boys had to wear shirts and pants and girls churidar.

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Kerala Higher Edu Minister R Bindu Announces Maternity Leave Of 60 Days For Women Above 18 Years

Higher Education Minister in Kerala R Bindu on Thursday announced that girl students above the age of 18 years would get maternity leave of 60 days. Read on for details:

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Kerala: Government To Grant Menstrual Leaves In State Varsities

Kerala Higher Education Minister Dr R Bindu on Tuesday said that the government is considering granting menstrual leaves in all the state varsities. Read on for details:

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