Day: November 18, 2025

Smiles Light Up Slum Children’s Faces as Femina Miss India Distributes Study Material in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A morning filled with joy and inspiration unfolded in Indira Nagar  as Femina Miss India 2024, Nikita Porwal, celebrated her birthday among children from a local slum community. The event, organised by Asha Welfare Foundation, brought together around 30 underprivileged children, whose faces lit up as they received notebooks, pens, and other study material from the beauty queen. Porwal distributed educational kits—copies, notebooks, pens and pencils—to encourage children to stay connected with learning. Her gesture drew cheers and excitement from the young beneficiaries, many of whom are first-generation learners.…

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Azam Khan and Son Found Guilty in PAN Card Fraud Case; Sentencing Likely Soon

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a major development from Rampur, a local court has found Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan and his son Abdullah Azam Khan guilty in the high-profile PAN card fraud case. The case revolves around allegations that Abdullah used fabricated documents—including a forged PAN card—to contest elections despite not having attained the minimum age required to become an MLA. The Allegations According to the prosecution, Abdullah Azam allegedly procured a second PAN card by manipulating his birth date to make himself appear older. This enabled him to meet the age…

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New Proposals Set to Elevate Eco-Tourism in Dudhwa National Park

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Eco-tourism in Uttar Pradesh is set for a major boost as the state government, under the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has prepared an ambitious plan to enhance connectivity, infrastructure, and tourist facilities in and around Dudhwa National Park. The proposals—focused on road, rail, and air access—aim to make Dudhwa one of India’s leading eco-tourism hubs while strengthening the local economy. According to officials, all proposals will be implemented after state government approval, setting the stage for a transformative eco-tourism experience aligned with the Chief Minister’s vision. AC…

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath Conducts On-Site Inspection of UP SSF Second Battalion Construction in Gorakhpur

Arijit Bose

Gorakhpur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath  carried out an on-site inspection of the ongoing construction of the Uttar Pradesh Special Security Force (UP SSF) Second Battalion campus in Gorakhpur. During the visit, he instructed officials of the Public Works Department (PWD), the executing agency, to accelerate the pace of work while maintaining high construction quality. He emphasized that monsoon rains after June often disrupt progress, and therefore, the project should ideally be completed four months ahead of its October 2026 deadline. CM Reviews Project Model and Construction Progress CM…

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India’s Growth Journey Will Not Slow Down: CM Yogi Adityanath at BBD University Convocation

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday asserted that the current government “cannot afford to be prisoners of the past” and will continue to drive India’s development with the same momentum witnessed over the last 11 years. Speaking at the convocation ceremony of Babu Banarasi Das University (BBDU), the Chief Minister urged the youth to embrace emerging technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence, and digital innovation, while staying rooted in values and gratitude. Addressing graduating students, CM Yogi congratulated them and highlighted how initiatives like Digital India, reforms…

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‘Geeta Govind Vatika’ in Agra: A New Global Dimension to Braj Culture

Arijit Bose

Agra: The Yogi Adityanath government is advancing its mission to transform Agra from a city known solely for its historic monuments into a major centre for cultural and religious tourism. At the heart of this effort is the upcoming ‘Geeta Govind Vatika’, being developed across 19 acres in the Zonal Park of Tajganj Phase-II. The project is expected to significantly boost overnight tourism in Agra by offering visitors a unique spiritual and cultural experience rooted in the heritage of Braj. With an open-air arena for Krishna Leelas, a special forest…

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19 Grand ‘Focus Walls’ to Transform Bareilly into a Global Hub of Cultural and Spiritual Heritage

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Under the vision of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the historic Nath Nagri Bareilly is set to undergo a remarkable cultural revival. As many as 19 grand Focus Walls will soon adorn major intersections, religious sites, and public spaces across the city, showcasing its 5,000-year-old heritage through awe-inspiring mural art inspired by the Ajanta–Ellora style. The project aims to present Bareilly as a global centre of cultural and spiritual art, while offering locals and tourists a vivid glimpse into the region’s ancient traditions, Nath heritage, and mythological history. Ancient Traditions…

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Om Namah Shivaya to Reson­ate Along Varanasi’s Temple Corridor Under Yogi Government’s New Initiative

Arijit Bose

Varanasi: In a major step toward enhancing the spiritual ambience of the ancient city, the Yogi Adityanath government has begun installing a specialised audio broadcasting system along Varanasi’s temple corridor—from Kal Bhairav Chauraha to Maidagin, through the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor, up to Godowlia and Dashashwamedh Ghat. The system will continuously play ‘Om’, ‘Om Namah Shivaya’, devotional chants, and narratives related to Kashi’s heritage every day from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tourists visiting the temple route will now be able to listen to religious stories, historical insights, and cultural information…

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CM Yogi to Inaugurate Upgraded Regional Forensic Science Laboratory in Gorakhpur Today

Arijit Bose

Gorakhpur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to gift Gorakhpur a major boost in forensic science infrastructure with the inauguration of the newly upgraded Regional Forensic Science Laboratory (RFSL) on Tuesday. Built at a cost of ₹72.78 crore, the six-storey state-of-the-art facility—located near Shastri Chowk on District Hospital Road—has been elevated from a Category B to a Category A forensic laboratory. The inauguration ceremony will begin at 11 a.m., marking a significant advancement in the state government’s push to strengthen scientific policing and accelerate crime investigations. Advanced Forensic…

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