NIRF 2024; Top Architecture and Planning Colleges 2024

Top 10 architecture and planning institutes in India: NIRF 2024 Rankings

Education August 15, 2024

The Ministry of Education released the NIRF Ranking Report for 2024, with IIT Roorkee topping the architecture and planning category followed by IIT Kharagpur and NIT Calicut. IIT Roorkee has consistently been in the top spot since 2021, while NIT Calicut and IIT Kharagpur have improved their rankings. Three new categories have been added to the ranking this year.

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During the searches, police said they inspected digital devices, documents, and other material.

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Police raid Srinagar mosques, madrassas in crackdown on ‘terror-linked networks’

India 3 hr ago

The Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted city-wide inspections at mosques and madrassas to dismantle the terror support ecosystem and prevent unlawful acts. They inspected digital devices, documents, and other material, and will continue to do so based on credible inputs. Police have conducted widespread raids since the blast near the Red Fort in Delhi.

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WPL auction 2026: India’s 2025 ODI World Cup winning squad

Sports 23 min ago

Deepti Sharma, the star all-rounder of India's ODI World Cup winning team, was the highlight of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auctions. She was bought by UP Warriorz for Rs 3.2 crore after Delhi Capitals bid Rs 50 lakh for her.

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As air quality deteriorated across Delhi-NCR, former IPS officer and ex-Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry Kiran Bedi appealed to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) for “proactive” intervention

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Former IPS Kiran Bedi asks PMO to intervene to control Delhi-NCR’s surging AQI

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Delhi woke up to a hazy skyline as thick smog covered the city Thursday, significantly reducing visibility. Pollution levels soared, with private tracker AQI.in recording a staggering AQI of 548, while the Air Quality Early Warning System (EWS) reported a comparatively lower 349.

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India’s spinners are good at containing roles, but wicket-taking ability is missing

Sports 58 min ago

Venkatapathy Raju, a former India spinner, stresses the importance of patience for spinners, but notes its absence in current Indian players due to lack of experience on turning tracks and white-ball influence. He highlights the need for exposure to different pitches and creating a conducive environment for developing quality spinners.

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The Congress central leadership stepped in, saying it will intervene to broker peace between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D K Shivakumar. (File Photo)

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In cryptic posts, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, Dy CM Shivakumar trade barbs

Cities 54 min ago

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D K Shivakumar Thursday exchanged cryptic posts on social media, hinting at a power-sharing agreement between them. While Shivakumar claimed to have a prior agreement for the CM post, Siddaramaiah declared that their word to Karnataka is not just a slogan but a responsibility that lasts for five years.

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Is Gautam Gambhir the sole reason for India’s Test debacle?

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Gambhir, the Indian cricket team coach, is facing criticism for the team's recent losses against New Zealand and South Africa. Despite his love for Bhagat Singh and self-help book, his selection choices and lack of talented players in the Indian cricket circuit are being blamed.

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PM Modi inaugurates Skyroot Aerospace's Infinity Campus in Hyderabad, praising India's space technology advancements. The campus will produce one orbital rocket per month and is the first private facility to launch from ISRO's Sriharikota. The Vikram-I rocket, designed by Skyroot, targets the small satellite market with its 3D-printed engines.

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Hrithik Roshan’s parents Rakesh-Pinkie, sister Sunaina invest Rs 27 cr in seven properties

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Actor-director Rakesh Roshan and his wife Pinkie Roshan have made headlines for their recent property acquisitions in Mumbai's Andheri area. According to property documents, they bought five office units worth Rs 19.68 crore. Rakesh bought two units for Rs 3.27 crore and Rs 2.83 crore, while Pinkie bought three units.

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‘Soldier’s daughter’ Celina Jaitly says she will ‘keep fighting’, in an emotional post

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Actor-model Celina Jaitly has gone through a tough year, losing contact with her abducted brother and now facing a public divorce with husband Peter Haag. She took to social media to address the situation, stating that she has been left alone to fight, but will not let it break her. She is fighting for her brother, children, and dignity, and has accused Haag of domestic abuse.

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England head coach Brendon McCullum says they are a very good team on flat wickets. (Reuters)

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Brendon McCullum will be first to go if England can’t bounce from Perth loss: Ian Healy

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Former Australian cricketer Ian Healy predicts that England head coach Brendon McCullum will be the first to be replaced if the team does not improve after their poor performance in Perth. He suggests that England should change their aggressive strategy and rely on common sense to win the series.

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What is Antigravity, Google’s new agentic AI coding platform raising security concerns?

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Security researchers have flagged multiple vulnerabilities in Antigravity, Google’s new AI agent-driven software development platform, less than 24 hours after its launch. Antigravity allows users to deploy agents that can autonomously plan, execute, and verify complex tasks across code-editors, software development terminals, and web browsers.

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Shah Rukh Khan doesn’t need a director, would never work with him: Ram Gopal Varma

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Shah Rukh Khan has worked with many top directors in Bollywood, but one he has never collaborated with is Ram Gopal Varma. The director recently revealed that he didn't feel capable enough to handle Shah Rukh's energy and style of acting. He also praised the actor's ability to hold the camera and entertain without any help, making directors almost unnecessary in his films.

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Mulki to Varkala: Top 5 surf towns in South India for beginners

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India has emerged as a top surfing destination, with towns like Kovalam, Varkala, Mahabalipuram, Auroville & Puducherry, and Mulki offering warm water, gentle waves, and surf schools for beginners. These towns also provide a mix of cultural experiences and holistic wellness, making them perfect for first-time surfers looking for a blend of relaxation and adventure.

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Kim Sae Ron’s mother submits new evidence claiming Kim Soo Hyun dated daughter as a minor

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After the shocking death of Kim Sae Ron, a dating scandal with Kim Soo Hyun emerged, with evidence from Ron's mother supporting their alleged relationship when she was a minor. Soo Hyun's legal team has denied the claims and filed a lawsuit against Ron's family, causing further controversy.

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Recent days have witnessed the revival of the old “Mumbai” vs “Bombay” debate, following Union Minister and BJP leader Jitendra Singh’s comments on the educational institution retaining the city’s old name. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has now said he will write to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to request that it be renamed IIT Mumbai.

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A team in transition need good wickets to gain confidence: WV Raman

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The Assam Assembly passed a bill to ban polygamy on Thursday, making it an offence which may lead to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment, barring some exceptions. It kept people belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category and areas under the Sixth Schedule out of the purview of the legislation.

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Hong Kong Apartment Fire Explained: Fire sparks coming off from the burned building at the fire scene at Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong on Thursday, Nov. 27. Bamboo scaffolding can be spotted. (AP Photo/Chan Long Hei)

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A fire at a building complex in Hong Kong has killed 55 people and left many trapped. Though the exact cause is unknown, the fire started with construction materials and bamboo scaffolding, which has been used in Hong Kong for decades. While it is more environmentally friendly, it poses a fire risk and has led to calls for stricter safety measures and a shift towards metal scaffolding.

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Helen was abused by ex-husband, thrown out of her own home; don Karim Lala helped her

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Effective November 21, the four labour codes seek to ease regulations and compliance norms for employers, and ensure uniformity in wage structure and social security protection for workers. (Credit: Pixabay)

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Deepti Sharma sold to UP Warriorz for Rs 3.2 crore, Sophie Devine goes to Gujarat Giants

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BJP’s Bihar ally faces revolt as 7 leaders quit, hit out at chief Upendra Kushwaha

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MI Team WPL 2026 Players List: Mumbai Indians women’s team complete players list, squad

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Mumbai’s air quality plummets post monsoon withdrawal, several pockets record poor AQI

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‘Deol family is broken after their loss’: Anil Sharma on Dharmendra’s demise

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Legendary actor Dharmendra's passing has left a profound impact on the film industry and his fans. Filmmaker Anil Sharma, a close friend of the Deol family, believes that the prayer meet in Mumbai should be a 'celebration' of the late actor's life. .

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Dharmendra Prayer Meet LIVE Updates: Deol family hosts celebration of actor’s life

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Dharmendra's family has organized a prayer meet at Taj Lands End, Mumbai, with singer Sonu Nigam performing. Industry friends attended his final rites and many actors offered condolences at the family home. Wife Hema Malini shared an emotional tribute on Instagram, remembering him as a loving husband and father.

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Guests loot snack boxes, fight over chip packets at UP mass wedding; watch

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Rattled Rajinikanth left film set after Dharmendra slapped a real tiger: ‘He slapped…’

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