Author: Arijit Bose

Lucknow University to Hold Entrance Test for New Integrated BBA-LLB Programme on July 29

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow University will conduct the entrance examination for its newly introduced five-year integrated BBA-LLB programme on July 29 at the Faculty of Engineering, located at the university’s second campus. The examination will be held from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm, with candidates required to report to the examination centre by 1:30 pm. Admit cards have already been made available on the university’s official website. The newly launched professional programme has received an enthusiastic response in its inaugural academic session, with around 800 applications received for 180 seats, reflecting strong…

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Yogi Government Ensures Adequate Fertiliser Supply for Kharif Season, Cracks Down on Black Marketing

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring uninterrupted availability of fertilisers for farmers during the ongoing Kharif season, with Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi stating that farmers remain the Yogi government’s top priority. He said the state is working closely with the Government of India to ensure timely supplies of fertilisers and other agricultural inputs, enabling cultivators to receive support from “seed to market.” Shahi urged farmers to complete their Farmer Registry based on their agricultural land records to facilitate hassle-free access to fertilisers as per…

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UP RERA Issues Fresh Advisory on Possession and Completion Certificates to Protect Homebuyers

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP RERA) has issued a fresh advisory to educate homebuyers about their legal rights concerning Occupancy Certificates (OC), Completion Certificates (CC), possession of properties and the execution of conveyance deeds. The initiative aims to enhance transparency in the real estate sector while ensuring that developers comply with statutory obligations under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. According to UP RERA, promoters are legally required to hand over possession of a unit and execute the conveyance deed within three months of…

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Designing Dreams: BRDS Inspires Young Minds at Seth M.R. Jaipuria School, Goel Campus

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Seth M.R. Jaipuria School, Goel Campus, in collaboration with Bhanwar Rathore Design Studio (BRDS), organised an insightful career guidance workshop for students of Classes IX to XI, introducing them to the exciting world of Design and Fashion Technology. The session was led by  Sanchit Verma, Deputy Regional Director, BRDS, an accomplished education management professional with over eight years of experience in career counselling and design entrance coaching, and Mr. Shubham Gupta, Faculty at BRDS, an expert in Fashion Management, UI/UX Design, Creative Thinking, and Portfolio Development. The workshop provided…

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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

Arijit Bose

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

Arijit Bose

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

Arijit Bose

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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