Day: July 27, 2026

Cashless Health Cards Distributed to Teachers Under Uttar Pradesh Government Scheme in Gonda

Arijit Bose

Gonda: A card distribution ceremony under the Chief Minister Teacher Cashless Medical Scheme was held at the Lalita Auditorium of Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Degree College, where approved teachers from aided and self-financed colleges received cashless health cards under the Uttar Pradesh Government’s flagship healthcare initiative. Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Sadar MLA Prateek Bhushan Sharan Singh described teachers as the backbone of nation-building and said their contribution to the country’s development is invaluable. He said the Chief Minister Teacher Cashless Medical Scheme is one of the state’s…

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AIIMS Raebareli Hosts Live Laparoscopic Surgery Workshop to Advance Gynaecological Skills

Arijit Bose

Raebareli: The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Raebareli, successfully organised the EAGLE (Every Aspiring Gynaecologist Learn Endoscopy) live laparoscopic surgery workshop in collaboration with the Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) and the Indian Association of Gynaecological Endoscopists (IAGE). The programme was designed to provide postgraduate students and practising gynaecologists with hands-on exposure to advanced endoscopic surgical techniques. The workshop was inaugurated by Prof. (Dr.) Amita Jain, Executive Director of AIIMS Raebareli, who highlighted the growing importance of…

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Six Injured as Rail Track Springs During Repair Work on Gonda–Baruachak Section

Arijit Bose

Gonda: Six people, including two railway officials and four contract workers, were injured after a rail track suddenly sprang upward during maintenance work on the Gonda–Baruachak railway section on Sunday, triggering panic at the work site. According to railway officials, the incident occurred while engineers and workers were carrying out track restoration and maintenance operations. Preliminary reports indicate that excessive stress within the rail caused a heavy steel track to snap upward with great force, striking personnel engaged in the repair work. Among those injured were Senior Section Engineer Pawan…

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Jyotirmayee Nayak Crowned Winner of Sony Entertainment Television’s Indian Idol Season 16

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: After months of memorable performances, inspiring journeys and exceptional musical talent, Sony Entertainment Television has crowned Jyotirmayee Nayak as the winner of Indian Idol Season 16, marking the culmination of one of the show’s most celebrated seasons. Hailing from Odisha, Jyotirmayee clinched the coveted title with a captivating rendition of “Saiyaan O Saiyaan”, impressing judges and audiences alike. She emerged victorious over fellow finalists Anshika Chonkar, Manraj Veer Singh, Myiskme Bosu, Suhail Sufi and Tanishq Shukla, earning recognition as India’s newest singing sensation. Throughout the competition, Jyotirmayee consistently won…

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FunTura Hosts Grand State-Level Chess Tournament at Lulu Mall Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: FunTura, the indoor amusement and family entertainment destination at Lulu Mall Lucknow, successfully hosted a two-day FunTura Chess Tournament on July 25 and 26, bringing together hundreds of chess enthusiasts from across Uttar Pradesh. Held at Atrium-1 of Lulu Mall, the event attracted 330 participants from 26 districts, making it one of the largest and most vibrant chess competitions organised at the mall to date. The tournament featured competitions across multiple categories, including Under-7, Under-9, Under-11, Under-13, Under-15, Under-19, Women, Open and Veteran, providing players of all age groups…

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Tiranga Demand Rises Ahead of Independence Day as ‘Har Ghar Tiranga 2026’ Campaign Gains Momentum

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Preparations for this year’s Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 campaign have gathered pace across Lucknow, with markets witnessing a steady rise in demand for the Indian national flag and patriotic merchandise ahead of Independence Day. Wholesale and retail traders have begun stocking large quantities of tricolours, anticipating a further surge in sales during the first week of August. Leading promotional products manufacturer Sheela Ad Makers has announced that it has readied an extensive inventory of national flags and Independence Day-related materials to meet growing demand from schools, colleges, government offices,…

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Lifestyle Diseases Now India’s Biggest Health Challenge, Says Stem Cell Expert Dr B.S. Rajput

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: India is undergoing a rapid epidemiological transition, with lifestyle-related and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) replacing infectious diseases as the country’s most pressing public health challenge, according to leading physician and regenerative medicine specialist Dr B.S. Rajput. Speaking at the SPARK Health Dialogue, jointly organised by the Social and Economic Sustainability Research Foundation and Anusandhan Evam Gyan Manch at Hotel Fortune BBD in Lucknow, Dr Rajput stressed the need for preventive healthcare, early diagnosis, multidisciplinary treatment approaches, and evidence-based regenerative medicine to tackle the growing burden of chronic illnesses. A senior…

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Vartis Platforms Reports ₹96.22 Crore PAT in FY26; Revenue Rises to ₹366.58 Crore

Arijit Bose

Revenue increased 55% year-on-year to ₹366.58 crore, while EBITDA more than doubled to ₹124.9 crore. Lucknow : Vartis Platforms, a financial infrastructure company operating across retail credit participation, digital lending, and lending technology, today announced its audited consolidated financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026. The company operates three platforms under the names of LenDenClub, InstaMoney and Vartis One. The Group reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹96.22 crore in FY26, registering a growth of over 180% from ₹34 crore in FY25. Consolidated revenue increased 55% year-on-year…

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‘Anantam-2026’: A Grand Confluence of Women Entrepreneurship and Indian Craftsmanship

Arijit Bose

Over 50 brands from across the country participated in the FICCI FLO Lucknow exhibition; rural women entrepreneurs provided a complimentary platform FLO National President Puja Garg stated—Women entrepreneurship is the greatest driving force behind India’s economic progress Lucknow: Under the leadership of Chairperson Simran Sahni, the FICCI FLO Lucknow Chapter hosted the grand fourth edition of its highly anticipated lifestyle and women entrepreneurship exhibition, ‘Anantam-2026’, at Hotel Hyatt Regency on Thursday. Featuring impressive participation from women entrepreneurs, artisans, and renowned lifestyle brands from across the nation, the exhibition remained a…

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Vi Movies & TV introduces Rs. 200 value pack with access to 20 OTT platforms, 200+ Live TV and 30GB data

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Vi Movies & TV, the content aggregation platform from the leading telecom operator Vi, today introduced a value entertainment pack, offering easy access to 20 top OTT platforms, 200+ Live TV channels and 30GB. Data as well as Unlimited 5G Data through a single recharge. Priced at just Rs. 200 with a validity of 28 days, this new Vi Movies & TV prepaid pack is designed to simplify entertainment by eliminating the need for multiple OTT subscriptions while offering customers a seamless entertainment experience at a price lower than…

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