Author: Arijit Bose

Fire at Lucknow Warehouse Brought Under Control, No Casualties Reported

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A fire broke out at a warehouse located on the second floor of a residential building near Shivaji Marg in Punjabi Tola, Lucknow, early on November 9. Firefighters brought the blaze under control, with no casualties reported. According to fire department officials, three fire tenders were rushed to the spot after receiving information about the incident. Fire personnel had to cut through a locked entrance to gain access to the warehouse and begin firefighting operations. Hazratganj Fire Station Officer Mam Chand Badgujar said the team managed to contain the…

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Dr Ammar Rizvi Meets Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Invites Him to Railway Overbridge Foundation Ceremony

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Former Uttar Pradesh Acting Chief Minister and National President of the All India Minorities Forum for Democracy, Dr Ammar Rizvi, met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at his residence at 17 Akbar Road in New Delhi. During the meeting, Rizvi extended Diwali greetings to the minister and congratulated him on the efforts being made to strengthen India’s self-reliance. The discussions covered development-related issues concerning Sitapur and other parts of Uttar Pradesh. Rizvi thanked the government for approving a railway overbridge (ROB) on the Lucknow-Mahmoodabad road at an estimated cost of…

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K.D. Singh Babu Stadium Handball Court Illuminated for Diwali Celebrations

Arijit Bose

Players decorate court with earthen lamps, rangoli and candles; guests perform Diwali puja Lucknow: The handball court at K.D. Singh Babu Stadium was illuminated with earthen lamps and candles as players celebrated Chhoti Diwali on Saturday. The players decorated the court with diyas and colourful rangoli, turning the sporting venue into a festive space. The programme was organised under the guidance of handball coach Mohammad Tauheed, who coordinated the preparations and led the players in decorating the court. Dr Anandeshwar Pandey, Executive Director of Handball Association India and General Secretary…

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Seth M.R. Jaipuria School Celebrates Support Staff Day with Deepavali Festivities

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Seth M.R. Jaipuria School, Goel Campus, celebrated Sahayak Diwas ahead of Deepavali, dedicating the occasion to the support staff whose daily efforts help the institution function smoothly. The celebration brought together students, teachers and support staff in an expression of appreciation and gratitude. A cultural programme was organised, featuring skits, songs and dance performances. Members of the support staff also joined the celebrations, making it a shared occasion for the entire school community. The event recognised the contribution of employees who work behind the scenes to ensure that teaching…

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APEDA Consults Industry Stakeholders to Upgrade Agricultural Export Testing Facilities in Uttar Pradesh

Arijit Bose

Meeting focuses on expanding laboratory network, faster approvals and improved testing standards to help exporters meet international quality requirements Lucknow: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has initiated consultations with industry stakeholders to strengthen laboratory testing infrastructure and improve the quality and competitiveness of agricultural exports from Uttar Pradesh. The consultation meeting was held under the leadership of B.L. Meena, Chairman of the Board of Revenue and Additional Chief Executive in the Horticulture and Agro-Food Processing Department. Officials, exporters and industry representatives participated in discussions on…

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PM Modi Celebrates 13th Consecutive Diwali with Security Forces in Bastar, Hails Victory Over Naxalism

Arijit Bose

Prime Minister visits CoBRA operations base in Chhattisgarh; describes Diwali 2026 as a historic occasion following the elimination of Naxalism from the country’s districts Jagdalpur/Raipur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region on Sunday, continuing his tradition of spending the festival with members of the armed and security forces. This marked the 13th consecutive year that he celebrated Diwali with personnel serving the country. The visit carried special significance this year, as Modi described Diwali 2026 as the first such celebration following the elimination…

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Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Symbolises Hindu Self-Respect, Says Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan

Arijit Bose

Addressing the 10th Ayodhya Deepotsav, Vice-President recalls sacrifices made during the Ram Temple movement; praises Yogi government’s law and order record and UP’s development Ayodhya: Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan described the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple as a symbol of Hindu self-respect, recalling the sacrifices made by devotees, saints and religious leaders during the centuries-long struggle for the temple’s construction. Addressing the 10th edition of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026 as the chief guest at Ram Katha Park, he said the Ram Janmabhoomi had remained a centre of faith and unfulfilled aspirations for millions of…

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“Preserving Ayodhya’s Prestige Is Our Collective Responsibility,” Says CM Yogi at Diwali Meet

Arijit Bose

Chief Minister honours sanitation workers, boatmen, Nishad community members and councillors for their contribution to Deepotsav arrangements Ayodhya: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called upon the people of Ayodhya to protect the city’s cultural heritage, cleanliness and public infrastructure, saying that preserving the dignity of Lord Ram’s city was a collective responsibility. Addressing a Diwali Milan programme organised at the Nishad settlement near Ram Ghat Halt, the Chief Minister said Ayodhya had undergone a transformation and must continue to maintain its identity as a clean, beautiful, well-organised and dignified city. Referring…

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Sonbhadra Poised to Emerge as a Clean Energy Hub, Rooftop Solar Expansion Gains Momentum

Arijit Bose

4,727 Solar Plants Installed Against Target of 8,256 Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme; MSMEs and Institutions to Be Encouraged to Adopt Solar Power Sonbhadra: Uttar Pradesh’s major energy-producing district, Sonbhadra, is preparing to strengthen its position in the renewable energy sector, with a renewed push towards rooftop solar installations and wider adoption of clean energy. The district administration, banking institutions and industrial representatives are working together to expand the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and encourage households, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and educational institutions to shift…

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Four Books by Literary Couple Triveni Prasad Dubey and Rama Dubey Released in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Four books authored by literary couple Triveni Prasad Dubey and Rama Dubey were released at a literary समारोह organised by cultural and literary organisation Navsrijan at the Nirala Auditorium of the Uttar Pradesh Hindi Sansthan. The event brought together writers, academics, literary critics and distinguished guests to celebrate the authors’ contributions to Hindi literature. Dr Sultan Shakir Hashmi, former advisory member of the Planning Commission of India, attended as the chief guest. Professor (Dr) Hari Shankar Mishra and Gopal Krishna Sharma ‘Mridul’ were among the distinguished guests. Satyadev Prasad…

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