Day: August 4, 2025

Mayor Sushma Kharkwal Graces ‘One Tree for Mother’ Initiative in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — In a heartwarming blend of emotional tribute and environmental consciousness, Mayor Sushma Kharkwal participated as the chief guest in the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” (One Tree for Mother) event held at Sahkarita Bhawan, Lucknow. The initiative, aimed at honoring motherhood through symbolic tree plantation, served as a strong message for environmental preservation and community participation. Organized with compassion and community spirit, the program was coordinated by Punita Bhatnagar, Jyotsna Gupta, Pratima Balian, Sarita, Kaylee Gupta, Kusum Pathak, and Preeti Mishra. The event was hosted by Pradeep Shukla, who…

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Student Leaders, Traders Join Congress in Lucknow, Inspired by Party’s Policies

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — In a significant political development, several prominent student leaders from Allahabad University and local traders officially joined the Congress Party in Lucknow today, expressing disillusionment with the BJP and aligning with the vision of the All India Congress Committee (AICC). The induction ceremony was presided over by Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai, who welcomed the new entrants and administered their formal membership into the party fold. Among those who joined the Congress were: Himanshu Pandey, former General Secretary of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) Vikrant Singh, ABVP…

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Heavy Rain Batters Lucknow, Municipal Teams Spring Into Action; Commissioner Gaurav Kumar Leads On-Ground Assessment

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — As heavy rainfall lashed the city on Monday, Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) teams swung into action, working round the clock to address waterlogging and ensure public safety. Municipal Commissioner Gaurav Kumar personally visited several affected areas to review the ground situation and oversee emergency response measures. Braving the rain, Commissioner Kumar inspected Sapan Sweets intersection near Kathauta Lake and Zone 1’s Ghassiyari Mandi Pumping Station, where teams were engaged in pumping out water. Responding swiftly to waterlogging complaints near Pink City, Budheshwar, and the State Juvenile Home, the Commissioner…

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Yogi Government Brings ICU Care Closer to Home, Ends Delhi Rush for Critical Patients

Arijit Bose

Lucknow— In a landmark move to decentralize critical healthcare services, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has operationalized Intensive Care Units (ICUs) in 40 district hospitals, enabling over 2,100 critically ill patients to receive timely treatment in their home districts — without the need to rush to Delhi or Lucknow. This initiative, launched nearly a year and a half ago, is easing economic and emotional burdens on families and marks a major shift in the state’s public healthcare infrastructure. Decentralized Healthcare, Real Impact Until recently, many district hospitals had the…

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Yogi Government Boosts Sesame Cultivation with Subsidies

Arijit Bose
Yogi Government

Yogi Government Boosts Sesame Cultivation with Subsidies Lucknow — In a significant step towards empowering farmers and promoting oilseed production, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government is actively encouraging sesame (til) cultivation across the state. The initiative comes with substantial subsidies, scientific training, and guaranteed returns to ensure farmers reap maximum benefits with minimal investment. Currently, around 5 lakh hectares of land in the state are under sesame cultivation during the Kharif season. To reduce input costs and improve productivity, the Agriculture Department is offering a subsidy of ₹95 per kilogram…

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CM Yogi Hands Over Appointment Letters in UP Police

Arijit Bose
CM Yogi

Lucknow: In a major stride towards strengthening the police force and promoting transparent governance, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath distributed appointment letters to 1,494 newly selected assistant operators in the UP Police Telecommunications Department at a grand ceremony held at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, Lucknow. The Chief Minister emphasized that before 2017, the recruitment process in Uttar Pradesh was marred by rampant corruption, nepotism, favoritism, and monetary dealings, which shattered the dreams of thousands of deserving youth. “Such flawed practices led to a breakdown in law and order, increasing riots,…

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Yogi Government Fosters Spirit of Patriotism Among Youth Through Kakori Train Action Centenary Celebrations

Arijit Bose
Yogi Government

Lucknow: In a grand effort to infuse the spirit of patriotism among the younger generation, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has been commemorating the Kakori Train Action Centenary through year-long events across the state. Culminating on August 8, 2025, the mega celebration will conclude at the Shaheed Smarak in Kakori, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in attendance as the chief guest. Launched on August 9, 2024, the centenary celebrations honored the sacrifice of India’s freedom fighters, valiant revolutionaries, and national heroes. Under the guidance of the CM and the…

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Strict Action Against Drone-Related Panic to Continue: CM Yogi

Arijit Bose
CM Yogi

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed strict and continuous action against those who use drones to incite fear and panic. Chairing a high-level meeting via video conferencing at his official residence, the CM reviewed flood situations, law and order in view of upcoming festivals, drone usage, the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, and operations of the Basic Education Department. The CM expressed concern over recent drone-related rumors in western UP districts and instructed police officials to act decisively. DGP Rajeev Krishna briefed that under the 2023 drone policy,…

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Top CBSE Class 10 & 12 Toppers Felicitated at Grand Ceremony by Lucknow Sahodaya Schools’ Complex

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a celebration of academic excellence, the Lucknow CBSE Sahodaya Schools’ Complex organized a grand felicitation ceremony to honour the Class 10 and 12 toppers of the 2024 CBSE examinations. The prestigious event was held at Pioneer Montessori School, Eldeco, Lucknow, and witnessed the participation of over 200 principals, teachers, students, and proud parents from various CBSE-affiliated schools across the city. The event commenced with a soulful Ganesh Vandana performed by the students of Pioneer Montessori School, setting a divine and serene tone. This was followed by a melodious…

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Mayur School, Noida student Sankalp Shukla wins gold medal in CBSE North Zone-1 Air Rifle Shooting Championship (Under-14)

Vineet Verma

Secures First Position in the Competition, Selected for CBSE Nationals Meerut: Sankalp Shukla, a student of Mayur Public School (Noida), has showcased his exceptional talent by winning the gold medal in the CBSE North Zone-1 Air Rifle Shooting Championship 2025 (10 Meter – Under-14 Category). The competition featured participants from selected schools across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, where Sankalp achieved the highest score and secured the first position. This state-level championship was held in Meerut. During the medal distribution ceremony, Sankalp was awarded the gold medal. The presence of his…

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