Day: August 18, 2026

Trump Voices Support for New Saudi-Turkiye-Pakistan Defence Pact

Arijit Bose

Washington — US President Donald Trump has praised the newly signed Mecca Joint Defence Agreement linking Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan, describing it as a meaningful move toward stronger regional security and greater self-sufficiency in defence matters. Trump Weighs In on the Mecca Pact In a post on Truth Social Sunday, Trump said he was pleased that the three countries had at last finalized the agreement. His comments followed the formal establishment of a framework by Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan designed to deepen collective defence ties and expand cooperation…

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Pezeshkian Stands Firm on Iran-US Peace Memorandum as Talks Face Uncertain Path Forward

Arijit Bose

Tehran — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has pushed back against criticism of the recently signed peace memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States, insisting the deal was struck from a position of strength and national self-respect rather than as a concession to outside pressure. Pezeshkian Defends the Deal During a Sunday meeting with Education Minister Alireza Kazemi, Pezeshkian explained that Iran’s approach to the memorandum was shaped by careful attention to the guiding principles associated with former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The remarks were made public through the…

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2,378 Women in Green Sarees Set Record Celebrating Sawan Traditions in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The vibrant greenery and festive spirit of Sawan turned into a record-setting celebration at the Atal Bihari Hall of K.D. Singh Babu Stadium, where 2,378 women dressed in green sarees and traditional adornments came together to dance to Sawan and traditional swing songs. The event, organised under the banner of ‘Ghar-Ghar Hariyali’, was presented as an effort to celebrate the cultural traditions associated with the monsoon month of Sawan while promoting the message of greenery and environmental awareness. International Book of Records representative Preeti Singh announced the record and…

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65-Member CA Group Returns from Educational Visit to Odisha

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A 65-member group of chartered accountants from the Lucknow Chartered Accountants Society returned to the city after an educational visit to Odisha, aimed at helping professionals understand recent changes in taxation, law and emerging technologies. The visit was organised after the July 31 deadline for filing income tax returns, allowing the participating CAs to focus on developments under the Income Tax Act, 2025, along with other recent legal and regulatory changes. Former chairman of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Pradeep Goyal, said the educational programme also provided…

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Free Ayurvedic Medical Camp Organised in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A free Ayurvedic medical camp was organised at the Patanjali Chikitsalaya on Sahara State Road, operated under the aegis of Patanjali Yogpeeth, Haridwar. As part of the camp, visitors were provided free health check-ups, including blood sugar, blood pressure and weight measurements. Vaidya Nayanbandhu Verma offered free consultations and advised participants on preventive healthcare and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Vaidya Verma encouraged people to undergo regular health check-ups and make yoga a part of their daily routine. He also interacted with visitors and provided guidance on various health concerns.…

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AIBOC Seeks District-Level Panels to Screen False Complaints Against Bank Officers

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The All India Bank Officers’ Confederation (AIBOC) has sought the constitution of district-level committees to conduct preliminary scrutiny of criminal complaints filed against bank officers in connection with their official duties, loan recovery proceedings and action under the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest (SARFAESI) Act. AIBOC Uttar Pradesh state secretary Laxman Singh has written to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, seeking the creation of such committees in every district. The proposal aims to prevent bank officials from being harassed through allegedly false…

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Bank Employees Stage Nationwide Protest Demanding Five-Day Banking Week

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Hundreds of bank employees and union representatives staged a strong protest outside the main branch of Union Bank of India at Lalbagh on Monday, demanding the immediate implementation of a five-day banking week. The protest was organised under the banner of the United Forum of Bank Unions, with members and office-bearers of various affiliated unions participating in large numbers. The protesters urged the Central government and the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) to act on what they described as a long-pending and legitimate demand of bank employees. District convener Anil…

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Residents Protest Against Waste Processing Plant Near Temples in Jankipuram

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Strong opposition has emerged in Jankipuram against the municipal corporation’s proposed waste processing plant near the Sahara State Road crossing. Hundreds of local residents, women and social activists gathered outside the existing garbage collection site and nearby temples on Monday, raising slogans against the municipal authorities. The protesters objected to the location of the proposed plant, arguing that it is situated in a densely populated residential area and immediately next to two old temples. They said the project could pose concerns related to public health, sanitation, traffic and the…

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Jaipuria Incubation Foundation Strengthens Startup Growth Through Industry Connect

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Jaipuria Incubation Foundation (JIF), the incubation and entrepreneurship platform of Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, is continuing its efforts to help startups move beyond incubation by connecting them with industry, customers, investors and wider business networks. As part of this initiative, JIF supported its incubated PropTech startup Propertiezzzz.com in organising the UP RERA Agents Empowerment Meet 2026 at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow. The event brought together RERA-registered real estate professionals, government and regulatory officials, financial institutions, developers and other industry stakeholders. The gathering provided an important platform for…

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Next-Generation Drone Battery Solutions provider Dreamfly Innovations Announces One of India’s Largest Aviation Battery Manufacturing Facilities

Arijit Bose

Upcoming 40,000 sq. ft. facility in North Bengaluru will have an initial annual production capacity of 100 MWh, scalable to 200 MWh, strengthening India’s indigenous drone ecosystem Lucknow: Dreamfly Innovations, an Indian deep-tech company specializing in advanced aviation battery technologies, has announced plans to set up a 40,000 sq. ft. aviation battery manufacturing facility in North Bengaluru. The facility will have an initial annual production capacity of 100 MWh, scalable to 200 MWh, making it one of India’s largest aviation battery manufacturing facilities dedicated to the drone sector. The upcoming…

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