Union Bank of India Reports 11.87% Rise in Q1 Net Profit for FY26

Union Bank of India

Strong growth in RAM sector; NPAs on a decline Lucknow | Union Bank of India has reported a robust 11.87% year-on-year (YoY) increase in net profit for the first quarter of the financial year 2025–26, ending June 30, 2025. The public sector lender also witnessed a significant improvement in asset quality, with both gross and net Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) registering a notable decline. The bank’s board of directors approved the financial results for the quarter, which showed consistent performance across key financial indicators. Interest income rose by 3.53% YoY, while…

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ADIA to Invest USD 200 Million in Meril

  Chandigarh: A wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (“ADIA”) has entered into definitive agreements to invest USD 200 million for a ~3% stake in Micro Life Sciences Private Limited (“Meril”), one of India’s leading medical devices companies. This investment values Meril at an enterprise value of USD 6.6 billion. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). Post this investment, Meril will be backed by two globally recognized investors, ADIA and Warburg Pincus. Founded by the Bilakhia Group, Meril is…

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CBMR Celebrates 19th Annual Day

Lucknow: The Centre of BioMedical Research (CBMR), a premier research institute under the Department of Medical Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh, marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 19th Annual Day with great fervor. The event was a grand showcase of CBMR’s journey over the past two decades—highlighting its world-class research, translational achievements, and its expanding role in India’s healthcare landscape. The event was graced by Brijesh Pathak, Deputy Chief Minister and Cabinet Minister for Medical Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh, as the Chief Guest. In his keynote address,…

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Pre-Ph.D. Presentations Held at Department of Law, MJP Rohilkhand University

Report by Akhilesh Chandra Saxena Bareilly: The Department of Law at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, successfully conducted the Pre-Ph.D. presentations of four research scholars. The event was attended by a distinguished panel, including Prof. O.P. Rai, Principal of Bareilly College; Dean of Law Prof. A.K. Singh; Prof. Gurmeet Singh of K.G.K. College, Moradabad;  Awadhesh Kumar Pandey, Additional Director of Prosecution, Uttar Pradesh; and HoD/Research Coordinator Dr. Amit Singh. Each scholar presented their research before the panel and received insightful suggestions for final submission. Juhi Naseem presented on Child…

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22 Law Students from MJP Rohilkhand University Qualify UGC NET 2025, Bringing Laurels to the Institution

Report by Akhilesh Chandra Saxena Bareilly | In a moment of immense pride for Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, 22 students from the Department of Law have successfully qualified the prestigious UGC NET/JRF Examination 2025, conducted by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi. The qualified candidates span across various batches and specializations including General and Cyber Law under the LL.M. programme. Among them are Shivam Jaiswal, Deepanshi Srivastava, Satya Sunishtha Pandey, Zainab Malik, Poonam Mishra, and Abhishek Gautam, reflecting the department’s academic excellence across cohorts. Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh…

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SBI Life Insurance Inaugurates Second Branch in Bareilly, Marks Continued Growth

Bareilly — Marking a significant milestone in its expansion journey, SBI Life Insurance inaugurated its second branch in Bareilly with a grand ceremony held on Rohilkhand Medical College Road, near Bedi International School. The ribbon-cutting was performed by Mr. Ashwani Kumar Shukla, Regional Director of SBI Life Insurance, Lucknow Region. Also present were Regional Manager Devbrat Panini, Deputy Regional Manager Deepak Tripathi, Zonal Manager Pankaj Singh, Branch Manager Gopal Shukla, and Senior Managers Himanshu Shukla and Sanjay Jaiswal, among others. Speaking on the occasion,  Shukla said, “Bareilly is fast emerging as…

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Nainital Bank Lucknow Staff Launch Tree Plantation Drive to Mark 104th Foundation Day

Lucknow— In a meaningful gesture to celebrate its rich legacy, the staff of Nainital Bank, Lucknow, organized a tree plantation drive ahead of the bank’s 104th Foundation Day, which falls on July 31, 2025. As part of the initiative, 104 saplings were planted, each symbolizing a year of the bank’s service to the community. The drive was led by dedicated employees including Shri Nirmal Joshi, Sumit Tewari, Sahil Khan, Kishore Shukla, Vijay, and Santosh Pal, who emphasized the importance of environmental stewardship and social responsibility. Saplings of native species such…

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GROUP COMMANDER OF LUCKNOW NCC GROUP HQ BRIG PUNEET SRIVASTAVA VISITS AT CATC CAMP IN LUCKNOW CANTT

  LUCKNOW, 23 JULY 2025 Brigadier Puneet Srivastava, Group Commander of Lucknow NCC Group HQ visited at Combined Annual Training Camp (CATC) conducted by 63 UP Battalion NCC Unit Lucknow from 14 July 25 to 23 July 25 at 2 Military Training Battalion AMC Centre & College Lucknow Cantt. Group Commander also visited the camp location to inspect the living and training facilities. Brig Puneet Srivastava was warm welcomed by the Camp Commandant and Commanding Officer of 63 UP Battalion NCC Unit Col RP Singh. A Guard of Honour was…

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