Record Investments Drive Industrial Expansion; Factories, Jobs and Production See Historic Growth in Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh has witnessed an unprecedented industrial transformation over the past nearly nine years. From restoring investor confidence to implementing a strong ground-breaking and execution model, the state has emerged as India’s largest investment destination. More than 16,000 projects involving investments exceeding ₹15 lakh crore have moved from paper to the ground, creating employment opportunities for lakhs of youth and significantly expanding the state’s industrial base. Once considered an unlikely choice for investors, Uttar Pradesh today stands at the centre of…

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Brazilian Mayor Praises Lucknow Municipal Corporation’s Development Initiatives; Global Interest in Lucknow’s Model Grows

Lucknow: Wednesday marked a historic day for Lucknow Municipal Corporation and the state of Uttar Pradesh, as Mayor Rominho of Piquete city, São Paulo, Brazil, arrived in Lucknow with a high-level delegation to study the city’s innovative and sustainable development initiatives. The visit underscores growing international interest in Lucknow’s urban development model. Formal Welcome at Smart City OfficeThe Brazilian delegation was formally welcomed at the Smart City Office in Lalbagh by Mayor Sushma Kharkwal and Municipal Commissioner Gaurav Kumar. Several elected representatives and senior officials of the Municipal Corporation were…

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Lucknow Municipal Commissioner Inspects CM Grid Phase-2 Project, Directs Acceleration of Works

Lucknow: In a bid to strengthen the city’s infrastructure, Lucknow Municipal Corporation’s ongoing CM Grid Phase-2 project came under the scrutiny of Municipal Commissioner Gaurav Kumar on Thursday. The on-site inspection was conducted near Vibhuti Khand Police Station, where multiple construction activities are underway to enhance modern urban infrastructure. Under the project, a 3-kilometer-long stormwater drainage system, sewer lines, electrical ducts, water supply lines, and organized footpaths are being constructed. Officials informed the Commissioner that a 300-meter sample stretch has already been completed in the initial phase, with stormwater lines,…

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Municipal Corporation Launches Strict Drive Against Single-Use Plastic and Littering, Fines Worth Thousands Recovered

Lucknow: Acting on the directions of Municipal Commissioner  Gaurav Kumar, the Lucknow Municipal Corporation intensified its campaign against the use of single-use plastic and public littering across various zones of the city. As part of this initiative, a special enforcement drive was carried out in Zone-03 and Zone-08 under the instructions of the respective Zonal Sanitary Officers. Intensive Action in Zone-03 In Zone-03, a focused anti-polythene and cleanliness अभियान was conducted along the main stretch from Kendriya Bhawan to Puraniya Chauraha, Gaushala Road, and Jankipuram Thana Road. Acting under the…

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Students Perform Full Band Dress Rehearsal at Jan Bhavan Ahead of Republic Day 2026 Parade

Lucknow: Students of Madhyamik Vidyalaya, Jan Bhavan, and National Inter College, Lucknow, who will participate in the Republic Day 2026 parade, held an impressive full band dress rehearsal at the Jan Bhavan premises. The rehearsal was reviewed by Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Anandiben Patel, who observed the students’ performance and encouraged them for their upcoming participation in the state-level Republic Day celebrations. During the rehearsal, the students presented a spirited and disciplined band performance on the tunes of patriotic songs ‘Vande Mataram’, ‘Sare Jahan Se Achha’, and the National Anthem…

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Divisional Review Meeting on Revenue Programmes and Collections Held Under Chairmanship of Commissioner

Lucknow: A comprehensive divisional-level review meeting on revenue programmes displayed on the Chief Minister’s Dashboard, including tax and non-tax revenue receipts and revenue collection against prescribed targets for the month of December, was held under the chairmanship of Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant at the Commissionerate Auditorium. The meeting was attended by Additional Commissioner (Judicial) Rakesh Kumar Patel, Additional Commissioner (Administration) Radhe Shyam, Additional Commissioner (Commercial Tax), Deputy Inspector General (Stamp and Registration), Deputy Excise Commissioner, Regional Transport Officer, Joint Director (Consolidation), and all Additional District Magistrates of the division…

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Divisional Review Meeting on Development Works Held Under Chairmanship of Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant

Lucknow: With the objective of ensuring that the benefits of various government-run public welfare schemes reach every section of society, a divisional-level review meeting on the progress of development works across all districts of the division was held under the chairmanship of Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant. The meeting took place at the Commissioner’s Office Chamber and focused on the physical and financial progress of schemes, timely achievement of targets, and quality implementation. The meeting was attended by the Joint Development Commissioner, while District Magistrates, Chief Development Officers, and concerned…

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Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Reviews PWD Development Projects, Issues Strict Deadline Instructions

Lucknow: A high-level review meeting of development works being executed by the Public Works Department (PWD) in the Lucknow Division was held  at the Commissioner’s Conference Hall, under the chairmanship of Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant. The meeting focused on the progress of road works, bridge construction, repair projects, contract formation, helipad development, and traffic-related schemes. During the review, the Divisional Commissioner noted that under the road widening and strengthening schemes, 31 out of 34 approved works in the Lucknow Division have been completed, while three projects are currently in…

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New Zealand Dethrone India, Expose Chinks Ahead of World Cup Title Defence

Indore: New Zealand clinched the third and final match at Indore to seal the series against India, underlining their growing dominance over the hosts in white-ball cricket. The defeat marked another setback for India against the Kiwis, who had earlier swept the Test series 3–0 last year. With a five-match T20 series next on the calendar, the result has raised serious concerns over India’s preparedness to defend their World Cup title beginning February 7. India had started the series on a promising note with a victory in Baroda, raising expectations…

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