Day: April 9, 2026

Condolence Meeting Held in Lucknow to Mourn Demise of Mohsina Kidwai

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A condolence meeting was organised by the Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Smriti Samiti to mourn the demise of veteran leader and former Union Minister Mohsina Kidwai. The meeting was held at Gomti Enclave residence of Rita Bahuguna Joshi. The solemn ceremony was chaired by former acting Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and state president of the committee, Ammar Rizvi. In the condolence resolution, the committee described her passing as an irreparable loss and paid tribute to her over five decades of dedicated public service. Speakers highlighted Kidwai’s contributions toward the…

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Equinix Launches AI-Ready MB3 Data Center, Strengthens Mumbai’s Digital Infrastructure

Arijit Bose

Anil Bedag Mumbai: Global digital infrastructure company Equinix has unveiled its fourth International Business Exchange (IBX) data center, MB3, in Mumbai, reinforcing India’s growing position as a hub for AI, cloud computing, and data-driven innovation. Developed with an initial investment of around $95 million, the state-of-the-art facility offers a starting capacity of over 1,370 cabinets, scalable to more than 5,400 cabinets. Designed to support high-performance workloads, MB3 features advanced liquid cooling systems, high-density architecture, and energy-efficient technologies tailored for artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-intensive applications. Welcoming the development, Maharashtra…

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Om Power Transmission IPO Opens, Sparks Investor Interest in Power Sector

Arijit Bose

Anil Bedag Mumbai: In a significant development for India’s infrastructure space, Om Power Transmission Limited has launched its Initial Public Offering (IPO), opening for subscription on April 9, 2026, and closing on April 13. The anchor investor bidding concluded a day earlier on April 8. A prominent player in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services, the company is entering the capital markets to fuel its next phase of growth. The IPO is priced in the band of ₹166 to ₹175 per share, with a lot size of 85 shares, making…

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Gunjan Dwivedi Assumes Charge as Mission Director of Swachh Bharat Mission (Rural)

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: IAS officer Gunjan Dwivedi formally assumed charge as Mission Director of the Swachh Bharat Mission Gramin at the Panchayati Raj Directorate in Aliganj. Soon after taking charge, she chaired her first review meeting with departmental officials to assess the progress of ongoing sanitation initiatives. Key areas reviewed included rural cleanliness drives, solid and liquid waste management, community toilets, plastic waste management, and sanitation-related works in gram panchayats. Emphasizing a long-term vision, Dwivedi stated that rural sanitation must evolve beyond a campaign into a sustainable behavioural change driven by public…

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₹43.63 Crore Approved for Development of Ramleela Sites 

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Culture Department has approved eight new projects worth ₹43.63 crore for the development, renovation and beautification of public Ramleela grounds across Lucknow for the financial year 2025–26. Sharing details, Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said the initiative aims to restore the cultural significance of traditional Ramleela sites, including the historic Aishbagh Ramleela Maidan, which will be developed to revive its past glory. Projects include construction of boundary walls at Ramleela grounds in Sisendi, Hilgi and Barvaliya villages under Mohanlalganj Vidhan Sabha area. Funds have also…

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UP Government Approves ₹14.09 Crore Vedic-Themed Development of Naimisharanya Dham

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a major push to religious tourism, the Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned ₹14.09 crore for the comprehensive development of Naimisharanya Dham under a Vedic-themed project titled ‘Vedaranyam’. The initiative, driven under the vision of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, aims to transform the historic pilgrimage site into a world-class spiritual and tourism destination. An initial installment of ₹7.04 crore has already been released. Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh stated that the project will uniquely integrate modern infrastructure with India’s ancient Vedic heritage, offering visitors a spiritually enriching experience.…

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Health Awareness Session Marks World Health Day with Strong Participation at Health City Vistaar

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A successful health awareness session was organised on the occasion of World Health Day at the 3rd Floor Conference Hall, drawing participation from over 50 attendees and highlighting the importance of preventive healthcare. The session commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, who stressed the need for adopting a healthy lifestyle in today’s fast-paced world. Dr. Abhishek K. Verma delivered an insightful talk on “7 Simple Habits to Stay Healthy & Reduce Cancer Risk,” focusing on practical lifestyle changes to minimize health risks. Dr. Nakul Johri highlighted…

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DM Priyanka Niranjan Reviews Development Schemes, Issues Strict Directions in Gonda

Arijit Bose

Gonda: District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan chaired a high-level review meeting at the Collectorate auditorium, assessing progress in health, Panchayati Raj, Anganwadi, MGNREGA and the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Gramin. Expressing concern over negligence, she warned of departmental action against village heads showing lack of interest in development works. She also ordered recovery from Panchayat secretaries who sanctioned housing funds to ineligible beneficiaries. During the health review, the DM flagged issues like shortage of doctors, OPD management, waterlogging, and absence of CHC superintendents during night duty. She directed random night inspections…

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State Bank of India (SBI), Lucknow Circle handed over a cheque of Rs 1 Crore Insurance Claim to the family of the Martyred soldier.

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: State Bank of India (SBI), Lucknow Circle handed over a cheque of Rs 1 Crore Insurance Claim to the family of the Martyred soldier. SBI’s AMC Cantt. Branch, Lucknow handed over a cheque of Rs 1 crore under personal accidental insurance claim to Durga Devi Gurung, wife of martyred soldier late Hom Bahadur Gurung, reaffirming strength of SBI’s Defence Salary Package (DSP) and bank’s commitment to serving the armed forces. The soldier, a Nepal native, attained martyrdom on August 16, 2025, while serving with the Gorkha Rifles. The cheque…

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UP Minister Sets Strict Deadlines for Dairy Plants in Gorakhpur, Kannauj and Kanpur

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Minister Dharampal Singh has issued strict directions to the National Dairy Development Board to ensure that upcoming dairy plants in the state begin operations within the निर्धारित timelines, warning that any delay will not be tolerated. During a review meeting held at the Vidhan Bhavan, the minister directed that the dairy plant in Kannauj must be operational by April 30, 2026, followed by the plant in Gorakhpur by May 5, and the facility in Kanpur by May 20, 2026. Singh emphasized that…

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