Day: June 11, 2026

Varanasi Unveils ₹48.88-Crore Mega Development Plan to Transform the City’s Heritage and Infrastructure

Arijit Bose

Varanasi: In a major push to modernize one of India’s oldest living cities while preserving its cultural and spiritual heritage, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation has unveiled an ambitious development plan worth ₹48.88 crore. The comprehensive initiative aims to enhance urban infrastructure, improve tourist facilities, strengthen traffic management, and beautify key heritage zones across the city. The project is being viewed as a significant step toward transforming Varanasi into a world-class pilgrimage and tourism destination while retaining its unique historical identity. Smart Parking Solutions to Ease Traffic Congestion With rising tourist…

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Lucknow Police Inspect 2,201 E-Rickshaws in Citywide Crackdown, 117 Vehicles Seized

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a major enforcement drive aimed at enhancing passenger safety, particularly for women commuters, Lucknow Police conducted a citywide checking campaign targeting auto-rickshaws and e-rickshaws. During the operation, authorities inspected 2,201 e-rickshaws and took action against hundreds of vehicles found violating traffic and operational regulations. According to police officials, a total of 117 e-rickshaws and auto-rickshaws were seized, while 434 vehicles were issued challans for various violations. The intensified campaign comes in the wake of recent incidents involving women passengers in public transport vehicles, prompting police to strengthen monitoring…

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Russia Offers India Major Defence Partnership on Su-57 Fighter Jet Program

Arijit Bose

Moscow: In a significant development for India-Russia defence ties, Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed Moscow’s willingness to deepen cooperation with India on the fifth-generation Sukhoi Su-57 fighter jet programme, including potential technology sharing and joint development opportunities. Speaking during an interaction with heads of major global news agencies in St. Petersburg, Putin described the Su-57 as one of the world’s most advanced combat aircraft and said Russia sees no obstacles to collaborating with India on the project. His remarks have reignited discussions about future defence cooperation between the two…

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Bundelkhand Talent Takes Center Stage on OTT as Sarika Gears Up for Release

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: The growing influence of regional talent in India’s entertainment industry is set to receive another boost with the upcoming release of Sarika, a horror-drama-crime thriller web series that promises a gripping blend of mystery, suspense, and supernatural intrigue. Currently in the final stages of post-production, the series is expected to premiere soon on a leading OTT platform. What makes Sarika particularly noteworthy is its strong representation of artists from the Bundelkhand region, providing local actors and creative professionals with a significant opportunity to showcase their abilities on a national…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Kicks Off: Football’s Biggest Show Arrives Amid Massive Expectations

Arijit Bose

Mexico: The wait is over. After years of anticipation, planning, and debate, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has finally arrived, ushering in a new chapter in the history of the world’s most popular sporting event. As football fans across continents prepare for a month of drama, emotion, and unforgettable moments, this edition of the World Cup promises to be unlike any that came before it. Bigger than ever, spread across three nations, and featuring a record number of teams, the tournament represents both football’s extraordinary growth and the challenges that…

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The Purvanchal Power Equation: Why Dhananjay Singh’s Meeting with Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak Matters

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Politics in Uttar Pradesh rarely moves in straight lines. It is a landscape shaped by caste equations, personal loyalties, regional power centres, and strategic alliances that often carry meanings far beyond official statements. Against this backdrop, the recent meeting between former MP Dhananjay Singh and Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has generated considerable political interest, particularly across eastern Uttar Pradesh, where local influence and social networks continue to play a decisive role in electoral outcomes. While no formal announcement emerged from the interaction, the optics of the…

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Invest India, Invest UP Strengthen Partnership to Accelerate Investments and FDI in Uttar Pradesh

Arijit Bose

Invest UP and Invest India Join Hands to Drive Industrial Growth in Uttar Pradesh Lucknow: In a major boost to Uttar Pradesh’s investment drive, Invest UP hosted  Nivruti Rai, Managing Director and CEO of Invest India, for a high‑level strategic dialogue focused on strengthening collaboration and attracting greater investments into the state. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in investment promotion, identifying new opportunities across key sectors, and facilitating the grounding of investment projects in Uttar Pradesh. A major area of discussion was the joint effort to attract and support…

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Bareilly District Administration Assigns Responsibilities to Ensure Successful Pulse Polio Campaign 2026

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: District Magistrate Avinash Singh has directed all concerned departments to actively participate in the successful implementation of the Pulse Polio National Immunization Drive (NID) 2026, which is scheduled to continue until July 6, 2026, including the B-Team phase. Detailed responsibilities have been assigned to various departments to ensure maximum coverage of children under five years of age across the district. According to the District Magistrate, coordinated efforts by multiple government departments and community organizations are essential to achieve the campaign’s objective of protecting every eligible child against polio. Extensive…

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Newly Appointed DIG Ashok Kumar Inspects UP Police Recruitment Examination Centres in Gonda

Arijit Bose

Gonda: Newly appointed Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Devipatan Range, Gonda, Ashok Kumar, conducted an inspection of various examination centres across Gonda district during the first shift of the Uttar Pradesh Police Direct Recruitment-2025 written examination for the posts of Constable Civil Police and equivalent positions. The inspection was carried out on June 8 with the objective of ensuring that the recruitment examination was conducted in a fair, transparent, malpractice-free, and peaceful manner. During his visit, the DIG reviewed security arrangements, candidate entry procedures, seating management, secure handling and…

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DM, SP and CDO Hear Public Grievances at Sampoorna Samadhan Diwas in Mankapur

Arijit Bose

Gonda: In line with the Uttar Pradesh Government’s commitment to ensuring effective grievance redressal at a single platform, Sampoorna Samadhan Diwas was organized across all tehsils of Gonda district on Monday. Senior district officials, including District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan, Superintendent of Police Vineet Jaiswal, and Chief Development Officer Dayanand Prasad, attended the programme at Mankapur Tehsil and heard grievances from members of the public. During the public hearing, a total of 169 complaints and applications were received at the Mankapur Tehsil camp. Of these, 15 cases were resolved on the…

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