Day: June 13, 2026

Kalighat Patachitra: Bengal’s Vibrant Folk Art Tradition Showcased in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Exhibition and Workshop Highlight India’s Rich Cultural Heritage at Kokoro Art Gallery Lucknow: A unique exhibition celebrating the renowned Kalighat Patachitra tradition of Bengal has opened at Kokoro Art Gallery in Lucknow, offering visitors an opportunity to explore one of India’s most distinctive folk art forms. The exhibition, which began on June 12, aims to introduce the richness of traditional Indian art to the public and younger generations while fostering appreciation for the country’s cultural heritage. The exhibition was inaugurated by noted author and folklorist Vidya Bindu Singh. Alongside the…

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Revenue Department Must Deliver Timely Services Without Forcing Citizens to Visit Offices Repeatedly: Surendra Diler

Arijit Bose

Minister Reviews Revenue Department Performance, Emphasizes Transparency, Technology, and Swift Disposal of Pending Cases Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (Revenue) Surendra Diler chaired a high-level review meeting of the Revenue Department at the Annexe Building in Lucknow, stressing the need for greater transparency, efficiency, and citizen-centric governance in revenue administration. The meeting focused on assessing the progress of various departmental schemes, development initiatives, and public service delivery mechanisms. Senior officials from the Revenue Council, Relief Commissioner’s Office, Consolidation Department, Land Acquisition Directorate, and other associated agencies participated in the…

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Statewide Flood Mock Drill Conducted Successfully Across 118 Flood-Prone Tehsils in Uttar Pradesh

Arijit Bose

Multi-agency exercise strengthens disaster preparedness and emergency response mechanisms ahead of monsoon season Lucknow: In a major step towards enhancing disaster preparedness, a state-level Flood Mock Exercise 2026 was successfully conducted across 118 flood-prone tehsils in 44 districts of Uttar Pradesh. The exercise was organized under the coordination of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Government of India, and the Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (UPSDMA). The large-scale simulation aimed to test and strengthen inter-departmental coordination, communication systems, resource mobilization, rescue operations, and emergency response mechanisms from village to…

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Construction Sector is the Foundation of State and National Progress: Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi

Arijit Bose

Uttar Pradesh Minister Addresses Builders Association of India Meeting in New Delhi Infrastructure Development, Innovation and Industry Collaboration in Focus New Delhi/Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi attended the Managing Committee and General Council meeting of the Builders Association of India (BAI), Uttar Pradesh Chapter, as the Chief Guest at Leela Ambience Convention Hotel in New Delhi. The meeting brought together industry leaders, construction professionals, and stakeholders to discuss strategies for accelerating infrastructure development, addressing contemporary challenges in the construction sector, ensuring quality and timely project…

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100-Metre Skywalk to Come Up Near Lulu Mall on Shaheed Path in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Landmark Foot Overbridge to Enhance Pedestrian Safety and Create an Iconic Urban Space Lucknow: In a major urban infrastructure initiative, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has approved the construction of a modern skywalk near Lulu Mall on Shaheed Path. The proposed 100-metre-long and 5-metre-wide foot overbridge is expected to provide safe, convenient, and barrier-free pedestrian movement while also emerging as a distinctive urban landmark for the city. The project was presented during a high-level meeting chaired by LDA Vice-Chairman Prathamesh Kumar, where the design and implementation plan received formal approval.…

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Uttar Pradesh Reaffirms Commitment to Become Child Labour-Free by 2027

Arijit Bose

Special Awareness Programme Marks World Day Against Child Labour 141 Child Labour Hotspots Across 15 Districts Declared Child Labour-Free Lucknow: A special public awareness programme was organized at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Lucknow on the occasion of World Day Against Child Labour, reaffirming the Uttar Pradesh Government’s commitment to eliminating child labour and ensuring every child’s right to education, protection, and holistic development. Organized by the Labour and Employment Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, the event aimed to raise public awareness about child labour eradication, encourage community participation, and highlight…

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Over 1.5 Lakh Youth in Uttar Pradesh to Receive Free Financial Skills Training

Arijit Bose

UPSDM and NSE Sign MoU to Combine Skill Development with Financial Literacy Initiative to Promote ‘Skill + Financial Intelligence’ Model for Economic Self-Reliance Lucknow: In a pioneering initiative aimed at strengthening the financial capabilities of young people, the Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission (UPSDM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to provide free financial skills training to more than 1.5 lakh youth across the state. The partnership marks a significant step towards integrating financial literacy with vocational training, enabling young people not only…

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Uttar Pradesh Charts the Next Phase of Growth, Invites Global Capital to Build India’s Infrastructure Future

Arijit Bose

Uttar Pradesh Combines Massive Infrastructure Expansion with Strong Fiscal Discipline, Says Deepak Kumar InvITs, REITs and strategic partnerships set to unlock the next wave of infrastructure investment and asset monetisation Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh reinforced its position as one of India’s fastest-growing economic and infrastructure powerhouses at the Uttar Pradesh Infrastructure Conclave 2026, held in Lucknow hotel, where policymakers, industry leaders and investors discussed strategies to accelerate investments, unlock infrastructure value, and propel the state towards its trillion-dollar economy goal. Delivering the keynote address on “Uttar Pradesh: The Infrastructure Engine of…

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Uttar Pradesh Launches ‘Digital Labour Chowk’ App to Connect Workers and Employers

Arijit Bose

Innovative Initiative by Labour and Employment Department Aims to Benefit Over 10 Crore Workers Lucknow: In a major step towards promoting employment generation, worker empowerment, and digital governance, the Uttar Pradesh Government has launched the Digital Labour Chowk (DLC) mobile application. The innovative platform was dedicated to the public on June 12, 2026, coinciding with World Day Against Child Labour. Developed by the Uttar Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour and Employment Department, the app is designed to bring workers and employers onto a single…

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Doctors and Intellectuals’ Seminar Held in Agra to Mark 12 Years of Modi Government

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Focus on Expansion of Healthcare Services, Ayushman Bharat and Medical Education Achievements Agra/Lucknow: As part of the nationwide campaign commemorating 12 years of the Government of India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a seminar for doctors and distinguished citizens was organized at S.N. Medical College, Agra, on Saturday. The event highlighted major developments in healthcare, medical education, public welfare, and social infrastructure over the past decade. The seminar brought together healthcare professionals, medical educators, public representatives, and members of civil society to discuss the transformation of India’s healthcare sector and…

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