February 17, 2026 - Page 2 of 2 - The Lucknow Tribune

Technology-Driven MSMEs: Yogi Government Turns UP into a Digital Industrial Powerhouse

February 17, 2026 Arijit Bose

Ease of business through Udhyam Sarathi and online platforms; MSME Championship and tech upgrades boost competitiveness Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has accelerated multi-tiered initiatives to integrate the state’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with technology, aiming to transform the sector into a competitive and market-oriented force. With over 9.6 million MSME units in the state, digital platforms, skill development programs, technological upgrades, and policy reforms have enhanced production capacities and given fresh impetus to employment generation. By combining digital infrastructure, regulatory simplicity, and financial support, the state is…

“MAHIEKA HELPED ME REDISCOVER THAT EXCITEMENT FOR THE GAME”: HARDIK PANDYA

February 17, 2026 Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Hardik Pandya’s journey towards stardom began at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2016, where he defended 11 runs in the final over against Bangladesh, and a decade later, he now features in the squad as a senior player in India’s title defence. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘ICC T20 World Cup: Star Journeys’, Pandya reflected on navigating the highs and lows of his career and rediscovering himself as a cricketer. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘ICC T20 World Cup: Star Journeys’, India all-rounder Hardik Pandya looked back at the Bangladesh clash in…