Pragyan 2025: NIT Trichy gears up for 21st edition of techno-managerial fest
Tiruchirappalli: Pragyan, the annual international techno-managerial fest of NIT Trichy, is set to return for its 21st edition with the theme ‘Panoptica: Break The Code.’ Certified with ISO 9001 and 20121, the fest is known for its diverse range of events, workshops, guest lectures, and competitions, attracting participants from across the country.
Pragyan hosts an OpenHouse, a two-day event where students showcase projects developed during the academic year. This initiative provides an opportunity for students to present their innovations to faculty and investors, paving the way for real-world implementation.
Ingenium, a national-level technical contest, fosters creativity and innovation, bringing together aspiring minds to explore advancements in various fields. Meanwhile, Sangam, the fest’s flagship hardware hackathon, enables NIT Trichy students to devise practical solutions to real-life problems.
The fest features multiple events categorized under seven clusters, covering management, coding, hardware, robotics, and more. Workshops conducted by industry giants like Linux, Samsung, and Mercedes provide hands-on experience to participants.
Pragyan also hosts guest lectures by leading industry figures who share insights and experiences with attendees. The flagship debate, Crossfire, is a major attraction, featuring discussions on socio-economic issues with participation from prominent political personalities and seasoned moderators.
As part of its outreach efforts, Pragyan produces content through the Pragyan Blog and Podcast on Medium and Spotify, serving as a platform for academic discussions and creative expression. The Pragyan Social Responsibility team conducts initiatives like Techids, offering workshops to young students, introducing them to the world of technology.
Infotainment remains a highlight of Pragyan, with fire and light shows, aerial stunts, and professional performances. These cultural and entertainment events provide a balance to the fest’s techno-managerial focus, drawing significant participation from the student community.
With Pragyan 2025 just days away, expectations are high as NIT Trichy prepares to host yet another edition of the prestigious fest, promising a platform for learning, innovation, and celebration.
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Mumbai family deaths: Rat poison ingredient zinc phosphide found in viscera, watermelon sample
Mumbai (PTI): Four members of a family in Pydhonie area of south Mumbai died last month due to rat poison, police officials said on Thursday.
The Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) report has confirmed the presence of zinc phosphide in viscera (liver, kidney, spleen), stomach contents, bile, and abdominal fat samples of the deceased identified as Abdulla Dokadia (44), his wife Nasrin (35) and their daughters Aayesha (16) and Zaineb (13), said Deputy Commissioner of Police Pravin Mundhe.
"The watermelon sample also tested positive for zinc phosphide, while all other food items were negative. The report will be studied in depth. We will consult forensic doctors. Further probe in the case is underway," the DCP said.
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Zinc phosphide is used primarily as a highly toxic acute rodenticide to control rats and mice.
"The forensic experts who examined the viscera of deceased Abdulla Dokadia, Nasrin (35), Aayesha (16) and Zaineb (13) found traces of zinc phosphide. It is, however, unclear whether the rat poison was consumed accidentally (or on purpose). So far, we have found no strong reason why the whole family would take such an extreme step," another official said.
Further probe is being conducted by the JJ Marg police station, which has recorded statements of kin and neighbours, he added.
The Dokadia family, residents of Ghari Mohalla on Ismail Kurte Road, had hosted a get-together of relatives on the night of April 25. At around 1 am, hours after the guests had left, Abdullah Dokadia, his wife Nasreen, and daughters Ayesha and Zaineb ate pieces of a watermelon.
They suffered severe bouts of vomiting and diarrhoea in the early hours of April 26 and were rushed to a local hospital before being referred to the government-run J J Hospital where all four died during treatment.
