Day: June 19, 2025

Key Meeting Held Between Zone-7 Councillors and Municipal Commissioner in Lucknow to Address Local Issues

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : A crucial meeting was held  in the committee hall of the Lucknow Municipal Corporation Headquarters, chaired by Municipal Commissioner  Gaurav Kumar, with councillors of Zone-7. The meeting aimed to engage directly with elected ward representatives and hold an in-depth discussion on pressing civic issues faced at the local level. Present at the meeting were senior officials including Additional Municipal Commissioner  Lalit Kumar, Chief Engineer (Civil) Mahesh Verma, Chief Engineer (RR)  Manoj Prabhat, Zonal Officer (Zone-7) Akash Kumar, Zonal Sanitary Officer Kuldeepak Singh, and several officers from the engineering…

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Over 100 People Participate in Blood Donation Drive at Apollo Hospital, Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In observance of World Blood Donor Day, Apollo Hospital, Lucknow organized a large-scale blood donation camp, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from the public. The camp was formally inaugurated by Dr. A.K. Sehgal, Additional Chief Medical Officer (ACMO), Lucknow. The initiative drew more than 100 voluntary donors, who stepped forward to contribute to this noble cause. Speaking at the event, Dr. Mayank Somani, MD and CEO of Apollo Hospital, emphasized the critical role of blood donation in saving lives. He said, “Blood donation is a direct and powerful way to…

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Medanta Hospital Launches OPD Services in Sitapur, Bringing Specialist Care Closer to Patients

Arijit Bose

Sitapur: In a significant boost to healthcare access in Sitapur, Medanta Hospital has officially launched its specialist OPD (Outpatient Department) services at Saigal Diagnostics, bringing expert medical consultations closer to patients who previously had to travel long distances to larger cities for treatment. The initiative aims to provide timely and expert care in Sitapur itself, easing the burden of travel, time, and cost for patients and their families. According to the schedule released by Medanta, leading doctors from various specializations will be available on specific dates each month to offer…

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CDRI Champions Green Innovation with Solar Energy and Organic Waste Solutions

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a significant stride towards sustainable research infrastructure, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow, marked World Environment Day 2025 with the launch of two major eco-friendly initiatives — a 1.2 MW rooftop solar power plant and a 500 kg/day organic waste composting unit. These green projects are part of the institute’s 75th anniversary celebrations and a broader commitment to environmental stewardship. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Dr. Ajit K. Shasany, Director, CSIR-NBRI (chief guest), and featured a special lecture by environmental scientist Dr. S. Venkata Mohan, Director, CSIR-NEERI,…

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Nimbus and Stratus: COVID’s New Cloud Over Global Health?

Arijit Bose

New Delhi : The buzz around two emerging COVID-19 subvariants, Nimbus and Stratus, has sparked public concern and renewed discussions among health experts. Reports suggest these variants may be up to 2.5 times more infectious than previous Omicron strains, raising fears of a possible resurgence. Active Cases Showing a Decline, But Risk Persists According to the Union Health Ministry’s COVID dashboard, India has seen a gradual decline in active cases, dropping from over 7,400 earlier this month to 5,976 as of June 19. Despite this, experts urge caution, citing the…

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Ensuring Sound Sleep Is Crucial for Children’s Growth and Well-Being, Say Health Experts

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : Maintaining a healthy lifestyle requires more than just proper nutrition and a disciplined routine—it also demands adequate sleep, especially for children. Health experts and researchers continue to emphasize that a good night’s sleep is as vital to child development as nutrition and education. According to various studies, adults require 6–8 hours of sleep daily, while for children, the sleep requirement varies by age. Missing even a single night of restful sleep can adversely affect physical and mental health. How Much Sleep Do Children Really Need? Medical studies have…

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Governor Anandiben Patel Congratulates Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Agricultural University on NAAC ‘A’ Grade Recognition

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : In a significant milestone for higher education in Uttar Pradesh, the NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) team from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology, Meerut, called on Governor and Chancellor of State Universities, Smt. Anandiben Patel, at Raj Bhavan, Lucknow on Wednesday to extend gratitude for her guidance after the university secured a prestigious ‘A’ grade in its very first accreditation attempt. The delegation expressed their appreciation for the Governor’s visionary leadership, regular monitoring, and motivational support, which they cited as the foundation of the…

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Children’s Book Translation Workshop Aims to Boost Gujarati Literature in Ahmedabad

Arijit Bose

Ahmedabad : Aiming to promote children’s literature and linguistic inclusivity, a three-day Gujarati Translation Workshop was inaugurated on Friday, June 13, at the National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad, under the aegis of the National Book Trust, India (NBT). The initiative is part of NBT’s broader mission to nurture a culture of reading and foster national integration through multilingual literary development. The workshop was inaugurated by  Yashwant Mehta, renowned Gujarati author and the first recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar, who emphasized the transformative power of translated children’s…

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BBDU School of Legal Studies Signs MoU with GCEIP Goa to Boost Intellectual Property Rights Awareness and Research

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : In a landmark move to foster research and awareness in the field of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), the School of Legal Studies at Babu Banarasi Das University (BBDU), Lucknow, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Goa Centre for Excellence in Intellectual Property Rights (GCEIP), Goa. The MoU marks a significant step towards enhancing academic collaboration and capacity building in the legal and innovation ecosystem, and was made possible under the visionary leadership of Mrs. Alka Das Gupta, Chairperson of the BBD Educational Group, Mr. Viraj…

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Foxhog Ventures Commits $3.5 Million CSR Investment to Support IIT Kanpur Startups in Aerospace, Defence and Agritech

Arijit Bose

Kanpur : US-based venture capital firm Foxhog Ventures Corp has announced a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) investment of $3.5 million (INR 25 crore) to support innovative startups incubated at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) through the institute’s Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC). In addition to the CSR investment, a dedicated CEO Fund—personally operated by Mr. Tarun Poddar, CEO of Foxhog Ventures—will offer research and development grants to newly incubated startups aligned with Foxhog’s social impact mission. Mr. Tarun Poddar visited IIT Kanpur on 11 June 2025,…

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