Day: May 19, 2026

DM Bareily Avinash Singh Reviews Welfare Schemes Run by Women Welfare Department

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: A monthly review meeting of various welfare schemes being implemented by the Women Welfare Department was held at the Collectorate auditorium under the chairmanship of DM Avinash Singh. During the meeting, the District Magistrate directed officials to ensure proper verification of all categories of pension schemes to maintain transparency and ensure that benefits reach eligible beneficiaries without delay. Avinash Singh also instructed officials to conduct regular inspections of institutions operating under the Social Welfare, Women Welfare and Divyangjan Welfare departments. These included women shelter homes, old-age homes, homes for…

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DM Avinash Singh Reviews Progress of PM Surya Ghar Scheme

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: A review meeting on the progress of the PM Surya Ghar Yojana was held at the Vikas Bhavan auditorium under the chairmanship of DM Avinash Singh. During the meeting, the District Magistrate observed that the number of loans being sanctioned and disbursed by banks under the scheme was comparatively low. Expressing dissatisfaction over the slow pace, he directed the concerned banks to improve their performance and expedite loan approvals. Avinash Singh instructed officials and bank representatives to ensure that no application remains pending for an extended period. He also…

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SRMS Riddhima Organises ‘Rangodaya Workshop and Competition’ Under Bal Evam Yuva Mahotsav 2026

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: As part of the ongoing Bal Evam Yuva Mahotsav 2026 celebrations, SRMS Riddhima organised a grand ‘Rangodaya Workshop and Competition’ at its Stage and Fine Arts Centre, bringing together young artistic talent from across the city. Around 40 students from various schools enthusiastically participated in the event, which focused on nurturing creativity and artistic expression among children. The workshop was conducted by fine arts mentor Saurav Rastogi, who introduced participants to different painting techniques, colour combinations and key aspects of creative expression. Alongside the workshop, paintings created by the…

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Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University Research Scholar Pravendra Dixit Completes PhD Viva Presentation

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: The PhD viva voce presentation of research scholar Pravendra Dixit from the Faculty of Commerce and Management, Department of Business Administration at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University was successfully conducted on Monday. The viva examination was held in the presence of external examiner B K Puniya, Professor and former Vice-Chancellor of Maharshi Dayanand University. The presentation was attended by research supervisor P B Singh, who currently serves as the Vice-Chancellor of SS University, along with Tulika Saxena, faculty members, research scholars and students of the department. During the presentation,…

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PhD Viva Presentation of Research Scholar Amit Kumar Singh

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: The Department of Law at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University successfully conducted the PhD viva presentation of research scholar Amit Kumar Singh on Monday. The viva presentation was held in the presence of external examiner Mohammad Ashraf from the Department of Law at Aligarh Muslim University. The programme was also attended by research supervisor O P Rai, who guided the research work. Other dignitaries present during the programme included Amit Singh, V K Gupta, Arun Prakash Singh and Sanjay Yadav from the Department of Law at Bareilly College. The…

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Durga Shakti Nagpal Charts New Development Blueprint for Devipatan Division

Arijit Bose

District-wise development plans to focus on agriculture, tourism, employment and infrastructure Gonda: In a major step towards planned and inclusive regional growth, Commissioner Durga Shakti Nagpal has initiated the process of preparing a comprehensive district-wise development roadmap for the entire Devipatan Division. The initiative aims to create development strategies tailored to the unique geographical, social and economic needs of each district. The newly appointed Commissioner has sought detailed reports and suggestions from all District Magistrates regarding key challenges, local opportunities and possible long-term solutions within their respective districts. The exercise…

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Emotional Bond Between Teachers and Students Essential for Holistic Development: Jitendra Singh

Arijit Bose

Gonda: Stressing the importance of emotional connection in education, Professor Jitendra Singh said that establishing a strong emotional bond between teachers and students is essential for the holistic development of young learners. He was addressing students during a Mentor-Mentee Programme organised by the Department of Botany at Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Degree College for students studying in the B.Sc. second semester. Providing details about the programme, Rekha Sharma said that in today’s technology-driven world, the younger generation has become excessively dependent on electronic gadgets and social media platforms. She noted…

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SP Gonda Conducts Annual Inspection of Motiganj Police Station

Arijit Bose

Gonda: Superintendent of Police, Gonda, Vineet Jaiswal conducted the annual inspection of Motiganj Police Station on Monday and issued several directions aimed at strengthening administrative efficiency, cleanliness, record maintenance and effective policing. Before beginning the inspection, the Superintendent of Police was accorded a ceremonial guard salute upon his arrival at the police station premises. He then carried out a detailed inspection of various sections of the police station, including the station premises, office, investigation room, women help desk, armoury and other functional branches. During the inspection, Vineet Jaiswal directed officials…

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DM Gonda Directs Timely Resolution of Issues Faced by Industry

Arijit Bose

Gonda: A joint meeting of Industry Bandhu, Trade Bandhu and Shram Bandhu was held at the District Panchayat Auditorium under the chairmanship of Priyanka Niranjan to review pending issues related to industries, traders and labour organisations in the district. During the meeting, the District Magistrate reviewed the status of compliance on decisions taken in previous meetings and directed officials to ensure the prompt resolution of issues raised by entrepreneurs and business representatives. She instructed concerned departments to process applications only after verifying the eligibility of applicants and ensuring completion of…

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IDFC FIRST Bank Launches Business Multiplier Metal Credit Card for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Recognising the growing financial and cash flow management needs of small and emerging businesses, IDFC FIRST Bank has launched its new FD-backed Business Multiplier Metal Credit Card, designed specifically for founders, entrepreneurs and business owners. The bank said that many small business operators continue to rely on personal credit or debit cards for business-related expenses, often making it difficult to separate personal and professional spending. The newly launched premium metal card aims to address this challenge by offering dedicated business credit support along with enhanced spending flexibility and rewards.…

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