Author: Arijit Bose

Mukesh Bahadur Singh Appointed Senior Vice President (Government Affairs) of ACCI UP & UK

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand (ACCI UP & UK) has appointed Mukesh Bahadur Singh as its Senior Vice President (Government Affairs) for the 2026–28 term. The appointment is expected to further strengthen the chamber’s engagement with government departments, policymakers and key stakeholders while promoting industrial development, investment and entrepreneurship across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. According to Abhishek Mathur, Senior Secretary, ACCI UP & UK, Singh brings extensive experience in government affairs and public policy. His expertise is expected to play a pivotal…

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IIM Lucknow Hosts Bodhisutra 2026- Annual Leadership Conclave

Arijit Bose

Lucknow:: IIM Lucknow hosted its annual leadership conclave, Bodhisutra 2026, organised by the Corporate Relations Committee (CRC), on 25th July. The event brought together an exceptional panel of speakers representing venture capital, strategy consulting, global banking, and industry policy, drawing enthusiastic participation from the student community. This year’s edition, themed around building India’s growth story for the next decade, featured Anant Vidur Puri, Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, who spoke on venture capital and growth-stage investing; Anu Rathninde, Fortune 500 President and Professor of Practice, on leadership at the intersection…

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Engineering Graduate and Former CBI Officer Tarun Gauba Appointed Lucknow Police Commissioner

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Lucknow: In a major administrative reshuffle, the Uttar Pradesh government has appointed 2001-batch IPS officer Tarun Gauba as the new Police Commissioner of Lucknow. Previously serving as Additional Director General (Security), Gauba takes charge of policing in the state capital, one of India’s most strategically significant cities due to its high concentration of government institutions and VVIP movement. Originally from Chandigarh, Gauba holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electronics and Electrical Communication Engineering. After clearing the UPSC Civil Services Examination, he joined the Indian Police Service on December 26,…

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Need for trained child counsellors has never been greater for children’s and adolescents’ mental well-being: Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal

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Lucknow: Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow, in collaboration with the Savitribai Phule National Institute of Women and Child Development (SPNIWCD), Regional Centre, Lucknow, inaugurated the Advanced Diploma in Child Guidance and Counselling (ADCGC) on July 28. The programme aims to develop skilled professionals in the fields of child and adolescent mental health, psychosocial development, and counselling services. The inaugural session was presided over by the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal. Dr. P. K. Srivastava, Medical Superintendent, Balrampur Hospital, attended as the Chief Speaker. Also present on…

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Trump’s Generic Drug Tariff Plan Poses Fresh Challenge for India’s Pharmaceutical Industry

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New Delhi: The global pharmaceutical industry is facing a potential shift after former US President Donald Trump announced a roadmap to impose steep tariffs on imported generic medicines, a move that could significantly impact India’s pharmaceutical exports and reshape global drug supply chains. Under the proposed policy, generic medicines imported into the United States would continue to enjoy zero tariffs until 2028. Thereafter, import duties could rise sharply, with tariffs increasing to 100 percent initially and eventually reaching 200 percent. The proposal is aimed at encouraging pharmaceutical companies to manufacture…

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Yash’s ‘Toxic’ Unveils a Romantic Side with New Song ‘Madhosh’

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Rocking Star Yash’s much-awaited film ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ has unveiled a softer, more romantic side with the release of its second song, ‘Madhosh’, which has quickly become a talking point across social media. Following the intense and emotionally charged first track, ‘Tabahi’, the latest song offers audiences a fresh glimpse into the film’s romantic narrative. Featuring Yash alongside Tara Sutaria, Madhosh has drawn praise for its visually stunning cinematography, lavish production design and the lead pair’s captivating on-screen chemistry. Fans have applauded the song’s rich visual…

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Sarvesh Kushare Scripts History with India’s First Commonwealth Games Men’s High Jump Silver

Arijit Bose

Glasgow: India’s Sarvesh Kushare etched his name into the history books by winning the country’s first-ever silver medal in the men’s high jump at the Commonwealth Games, adding another milestone to an extraordinary season for Indian athletics. The 31-year-old from Maharashtra cleared 2.25 metres in a gripping final to finish second behind Jamaica’s Romaine Beckford, who claimed gold on countback after both athletes failed to clear 2.28 metres. England’s Jack Kimani secured the bronze with a best effort of 2.20 metres. Kushare’s silver surpassed India’s previous best performance in the…

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From Adversity to Glory: Sharmila Dhankar’s Golden Journey Inspires India

Arijit Bose

Glasgow: Every gold medal has a story, but few are as extraordinary as that of India’s Sharmila Dhankar. On a memorable evening at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, the 40-year-old para athlete created history by winning India’s first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medal in para-athletics. Her remarkable throw of 9.81 metres in the Women’s Shot Put F57 final also ended a two-decade wait for an Indian para-athletics medal at the Games. For Sharmila, however, the triumph represents far more than sporting success. It is the culmination of a lifelong battle…

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India’s Leading Defence Analysts (2026)

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: India’s defence and strategic affairs ecosystem is shaped by a distinguished group of military veterans, journalists, and policy experts whose analyses influence public discourse, government thinking, and international understanding of national security. Their expertise spans military operations, defence procurement, geopolitics, border security, emerging technologies, and foreign policy. While no official ranking exists, the following list is based on professional credibility, military experience, research output, journalistic excellence, influence on strategic discourse, and public engagement. 1. Nitin A. Gokhale A veteran defence journalist with more than four decades of experience, Nitin…

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Hussainganj Police Crack Exam Impersonation Racket, Alleged Gang Leader Arrested

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Hussainganj Police in Lucknow have arrested the alleged mastermind of a solver gang accused of arranging impersonation in the Uttar Pradesh Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) examination, marking a significant breakthrough in an investigation into examination malpractice. The arrest was made as part of an ongoing campaign directed by the Lucknow Police Commissioner and the Joint Commissioner of Police (Crime and Headquarters) to curb crime and apprehend wanted offenders. The operation was carried out under the supervision of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central), with guidance from the Additional…

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