Kanpur: In the 38th National Games held in Uttarakhand, the Uttar Pradesh handball team delivered an outstanding performance, securing the bronze medal. A key contributor to this historic victory was Gurdeep Khatri, a player from the Kanpur division, who currently serves with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). His exceptional skills and leadership played a pivotal role in Uttar Pradesh’s triumph. The Uttar Pradesh team began their campaign with remarkable success in the pool stages, defeating Andhra Pradesh and Goa. These victories ensured their place in the semifinals, where they…
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Gonda: National Road Safety Month Concludes with Helmet Distribution to Students
Gonda: The National Road Safety Month, which began on January 1, concluded with a ceremony at Guru Nanak Chowraha. District Magistrate Neha Sharma administered an oath to officials, police personnel, and attendees, urging them to follow traffic rules. The ceremony also included the distribution of helmets to schoolgirls. In her address, DM Neha Sharma emphasized the importance of adhering to traffic rules to prevent road accidents. She urged people to wear helmets while riding two-wheelers, fasten seat belts in four-wheelers, avoid speeding, and maintain discipline on the roads. She also…
Read MoreBCCI Awards: Jasprit Bumrah and Smriti Mandhana Named India’s Best Cricketers
Mumbai: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the winners of the prestigious Polly Umrigar Award for the Best International Cricketer of the 2023-24 season. Jasprit Bumrah has been selected as the Best Male Cricketer, while Smriti Mandhana has been honored as the Best Female Cricketer. Bumrah’s Stellar Performance Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who was also named ICC’s Best Test and Overall Cricketer of 2024, played a pivotal role in India’s victories in the home series against England and Bangladesh. The 31-year-old took 32 wickets in…
Read MoreSachin Tendulkar to Receive BCCI ‘Lifetime Achievement’ Award
Mumbai: Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar is set to be honored with the prestigious ‘Lifetime Achievement’ award at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) annual ceremony. The 51-year-old cricket legend, who has played 664 international matches for India, holds the record for the most runs in both Test and ODI cricket. A source from BCCI confirmed the news, stating, “Yes, he will be awarded the 2024 C.K. Nayudu ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’.” Tendulkar, with a record of 200 Test matches and 463 One-Day Internationals (ODIs), has accumulated 18,426…
Read More179 Polytechnic Heads Assigned Institutes, Proposal to be Sent for Government Approval
Lucknow: An online counseling process was conducted for the appointment of 179 heads of departments from the 180 newly promoted heads in polytechnic institutions across the state. The counseling was carried out based on seniority to ensure transparency and fairness in the allocation of institutes. The proposal for the appointment of the department heads will soon be sent to the government for approval. This exercise marks the first time the Technical Education Department in the Diploma sector has undertaken such a process. During the counseling, no department head raised any…
Read More250 HELD AT OFFICERS TRAINING COLLEGE (OTC), AMC CENTRE & COLLEGE, LUCKNOW
LUCKNOW, 03 FEB 2025 A Course Ending Parade was held at Officers Training College, Army Medical Corps Centre and College, Lucknow on successful conclusion of Medical Officers Basic Course (MOBC)-250 on 03 Feb 2025. The nine weeks’ course imparts intensive combat medical support training to young Armed Forces Medical and Dental Officers in order to empower them for effectively performing their duties and transform young professionals to medical and dental officers. The course comprised of 118 officers including 22 lady officers with Tri Services representation. The parade was marked…
Read MoreHeartfelt Ceremony Held at Municipal Corporation to Honor Retired Employees
Lucknow: A heartfelt ceremony was organized at the Municipal Corporation to honor retired employees and distribute appointment letters to the dependents of deceased staff members. Mayor Extends Congratulations and Highlights Importance of Employment for Dependents The honorable Mayor congratulated the retired employees, appreciating their years of dedicated service to the Municipal Corporation. Addressing the dependents of deceased employees, the Mayor emphasized the significance of securing employment to ensure the well-being and financial stability of their families. Acknowledgment of Dedicated Service During the event, both the Mayor and the Municipal Commissioner…
Read MoreModern Management and Technology at the Heart of Maha Kumbh 2025
Prayagraj: The Maha Kumbh 2025 has etched its name in history with a staggering attendance of nearly 34 crore devotees who came to bathe in the sacred waters. Many of them have also stayed back, immersed in the spiritual aura of the event. What stands out in this colossal gathering is not just its scale but the seamless blend of traditional values with modern management and technology. A Global Model for Mega Event Management The Uttar Pradesh government, under the leadership of the Energy and Urban Development Minister, has been…
Read MoreThree-Day Regional Fruit, Vegetable, and Flower Exhibition 2025: Judging of Garden and Home Garden Entries Completed
Lucknow— The judging process for the garden and home garden entries under the three-day Regional Fruit, Vegetable, and Flower Exhibition-2025, to be held at Raj Bhavan, Lucknow, has been successfully completed. The event saw enthusiastic participation from garden enthusiasts across Lucknow, representing various sectors. The competition featured entries from organizations such as the Horticulture Department, Indian Army, Railways, PAC Headquarters, Directorate General of Police, Metro Rail Corporation, Municipal Corporation, Lucknow Development Authority, Housing and Development Council, Tata Motors, and individual gardening enthusiasts. Additionally, gardens from historical landmarks like Bara Imambara,…
Read MoreCenter of Excellence for Honey to Enhance Prosperity of Local Farmers
Saharanpur: Uttar Pradesh’s Minister of State for Horticulture, Agricultural Marketing, Agricultural Foreign Trade, and Agricultural Export (Independent Charge), Dinesh Pratap Singh, inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for several key projects aimed at promoting the development of the horticulture sector at the Horticultural Experiment and Training Center in Saharanpur. Addressing the gathering, Minister Singh emphasized the government’s continuous efforts to make farmers self-reliant. He highlighted that numerous high-tech nurseries and Centers of Excellence have been established across the state, enabling farmers and horticulturists to benefit from advanced agricultural technologies. These…
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