Day: April 20, 2026

Chennai’s Chasing Woes Continue as SRH Seal 10-Run Win

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Chennai Super Kings’ struggles in high-pressure chases resurfaced once again in IPL 2026, as they fell short while pursuing a 190-plus target—marking yet another failed attempt in such scenarios since 2018. Despite being in control midway through the innings, CSK suffered a dramatic collapse, allowing Sunrisers Hyderabad to snatch a tense 10-run victory, thanks to a composed final over from Praful Hinge. Strong Start Derailed by Injury CSK began their chase with intent, racing to 62 in just 4.1 overs. The highlight of the powerplay was 18-year-old Ayush Mhatre,…

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UP Congress Chief Ajay Rai Targets Centre Over Women’s Reservation Issue

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee President Ajay Rai addressed a press conference at the party’s state office in Lucknow , launching a sharp critique of the Central government over the implementation of the Women’s Reservation Bill. The press briefing was attended by former MLA Louise Khurshid, Mita Gautam, Media Department Vice Chairman Manish Hindvi, and state spokesperson Shuchi Vishwas. Opening the interaction, Ajay Rai presented a video clip of Narendra Modi from 2023, where he was seen congratulating the opposition on the passage of the Women’s Reservation Bill, followed by…

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Traders Raise Concerns Over Water Billing in Meeting with Lucknow Mayor, Commissioner Assures Action

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A key meeting between leading trade representatives and city officials was held at the Municipal Corporation office in Lucknow, where issues related to alleged irregular water billing and departmental corruption were strongly raised. The meeting was led by Sandeep Bansal, National President of the Akhil Bharatiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal and former minister in the Uttar Pradesh government. He was joined by prominent trade leaders, who interacted with Mayor Sushma Kharkwal and Municipal Commissioner Gaurav Kumar. Bansal highlighted the issue of exorbitant water bills being issued even to establishments without…

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Railway Trainee Officers Meet President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: A group of trainee officers from the Indian Railway Management Service (Traffic), Indian Railway Protection Force Service, and Indian Railway Management Service (Accounts) called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday. Addressing the young officers, the President highlighted the crucial role of Indian Railways in the daily lives of millions of citizens. She noted that a significant portion of the country depends on rail transport every day, making railway services integral to mobility and economic growth. Emphasising their future responsibilities, she urged the officers to work…

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GSI Hosts Workshop in Lucknow on Mineral Potential of Bundelkhand Craton

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Geological Survey of India organised a one-day workshop in Lucknow on the theme “Mineral Potential of the Bundelkhand Craton: Focus on Critical Minerals”, bringing together leading geoscientists, policymakers, academicians, and industry stakeholders from across the country. The workshop commenced with a ceremonial lamp lighting, with GSI Director General Asit Saha joining virtually as the chief guest. Senior officials including Joyesh Bagchi and Rajindra Kumar, along with representatives from IITs, universities, and research institutions, also participated through virtual and in-person modes. The event served as a crucial platform for…

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Human Chain and March Held at Rohilkhand University in Support of Women’s Reservation Bill

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: A massive human chain and awareness march were organised at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University in support of the Nari Shakti Bandhan Adhiniyam (Women’s Reservation Bill), highlighting the call for greater political representation of women. The event was conducted under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh and witnessed enthusiastic participation from faculty members, officials, staff, research scholars, and a large number of students. The human chain was formed in the park located in front of the university’s administrative building, symbolising unity and support for women’s empowerment. Ranjana Solanki,…

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Women’s Participation in Politics to Rise with Nari Shakti Vandan Act: Prof. Nivedita Srivastava

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: A human chain was organised at the Maitreyi Women’s Hostel of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University in support of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, highlighting the growing momentum for women’s empowerment in India. Led by hostel warden Prof. Nivedita Srivastava, a large number of students enthusiastically participated in the initiative and expressed their happiness over the provision of 33 percent reservation for women in Parliament and State Assemblies. The human chain symbolised solidarity and awareness regarding increased political representation for women. Addressing the students, Prof. Srivastava stated that the…

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Youth Development Seminar on Life Balance and Inner Peace Held at Rohilkhand University

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: A motivational youth development seminar on the theme “Life on Two Wheels: Balancing Modern Life and Inner Peace” was organised at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University under the joint aegis of Ethicraft, New Delhi, and the university. The event aimed to guide students on achieving a balanced lifestyle amid modern challenges. The seminar was conducted under the leadership of Dean Student Welfare Prof. P.B. Singh and Cultural Coordinator Dr. Jyoti Pandey, with Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh presiding over the programme. The event began with the traditional lighting of the…

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MJPRU Student Mohammad Inam Khan Brings Laurels to University with Stellar Achievements

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University continues to celebrate academic and extracurricular excellence as Mohammad Inam Khan, a student of the Department of Management Studies, has brought pride to the institution through a series of remarkable achievements. Inam Khan secured first position in a state-level debate competition held in November 2024. He further demonstrated his versatility by clinching top honours in university and inter-college one-act play competitions. His consistent performance continued in December 2024, when he emerged victorious among participants from six universities at a major competition organized in Meerut.…

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Dr. Mahesh Singh Assumes Charge as First Full-Time Librarian at Rohilkhand University Central Library

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: In a significant development for academic infrastructure, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University has appointed Dr. Mahesh Singh as the full-time Librarian of its Central Library. He formally assumed charge on Saturday, marking the first-ever appointment of a regular librarian since the establishment of the university’s central library. Until now, the responsibilities of the library had been managed as an additional charge by professors from various departments. Most recently, Professor Sanjay Mishra had been serving as the honorary librarian. Alongside this, Dr. Vineeta Jain has been newly appointed as the…

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