‘Rang De Basanti’: UP’s Youth Find a New Voice, One Brushstroke at a Time

Lucknow: Ahead of Independence Day, Uttar Pradesh’s youth and artists are getting a creative platform to speak their minds — through paint, poetry and music — as part of the state’s ‘Rang De Basanti’ campaign. On Wednesday, a graffiti wall event near Lucknow University became the latest stage for this initiative, drawing local artists who spent the day turning a public wall into a canvas depicting a “mafia-free,” changing Uttar Pradesh. Their murals captured everything from law and order to the Metro, roads and infrastructure — visually contrasting the state…

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Big Investment Push for UP: Green Light for 40 Food Processing Projects

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh’s food processing sector is on the cusp of a major industrial expansion, with the Yogi Adityanath government issuing Letters of Comfort (LoC) to 40 new projects across the state — more than 21 of them concentrated in the Purvanchal (eastern) and Madhyanchal (central) regions. Major names like Varun Beverages, Amul, ITC, Balaji Wafers and Haldiram’s are among the brands placing their bets on UP, setting up or expanding operations in districts including Varanasi, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Hardoi and Sitapur. A Wider Industrial Footprint What stands out this time…

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Mirzapur Stars Light Up Amity University Lucknow Campus

Ali Fazal, Divyendu Sharma and Panchayat’s Jeetendra Kumar Connect with Students Lucknow: Amity University Uttar Pradesh’s Lucknow campus turned into a hub of excitement this week as the cast of the much-anticipated Mirzapur film dropped by for a promotional visit. Ali Fazal, Divyendu Sharma, and Jitendra Kumar — who students instantly recognized as “Sachiv Ji” from Panchayat — spent the afternoon chatting with students, swapping stories from their careers, and soaking in the campus energy. Prof. (Dr.) Anil Vashisht, Pro Vice-Chancellor of the campus, welcomed the trio and sent them…

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Gonda Recreation Institute Revamped, Better Facilities for Railway Employees’ Families

Gonda: The Gonda Recreation Institute has undergone extensive upgradation and beautification to provide improved facilities for railway employees and their families. Along with modernising basic infrastructure, the institute is now hosting a range of recreational and educational activities aimed at children’s personality development and talent enhancement. Infrastructure Upgraded As part of the renovation, new water connections, sanitary fittings and tiles have been installed in the toilets and bathrooms. The septic tank and soak pit have also been repaired, while a new water pipeline has been laid across the premises. Painting…

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N Chandrasekaran Steps Down as Tata Sons Chairman Ahead of August 18 AGM

New Delhi: N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, has decided not to seek reappointment when his current term ends on February 20, 2027, bringing a major leadership transition into focus at the Tata Group ahead of its August 18 annual general meeting (AGM). Chandrasekaran has informed the Tata Sons board of his decision and will continue in his current position until the completion of his existing term. He has also urged the board to begin the succession process soon to ensure a smooth leadership transition for the group. Decision Follows…

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Lucknow Metro Launches Electric Feeder Service ‘Anjaneya’ for Better Last-Mile Connectivity

Lucknow: Lucknow Metro passengers will now have an additional and convenient transport option for travelling between metro stations and nearby residential and commercial areas, with the launch of the electric feeder vehicle service ‘Anjaneya’ on Wednesday. The service is aimed at strengthening last-mile connectivity for metro commuters and will be inaugurated at 5 pm at Amausi Metro Station. Service to Begin on Four Routes In the initial phase, the electric feeder service will operate on four routes. Fares have been fixed between ₹15 and ₹50, depending on the route and…

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DM Cracks Down on Lapses in Urban Development Schemes, Orders Salary Withheld for Paraspur EO

Gonda: Gonda District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan has warned officials that negligence in the implementation of urban development schemes will not be tolerated, stressing the need for quality, transparency and regular monitoring of projects. The directions were issued during a review meeting held at the Collectorate auditorium on Tuesday to assess the progress of development schemes being implemented by local urban bodies across the district. The meeting reviewed the progress of several schemes, including the Chief Minister Urban Creation Scheme, urban lakes, ponds and water bodies, cremation grounds, community toilets, Vandan…

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Tiranga Yatra Held in Belwa Nohar, Area Resonates with Patriotic Slogans

Gonda: A Tiranga Yatra was organised at the Upper Primary School in Belwa Nohar, Paraspur, with students carrying the national flag and raising patriotic slogans as the procession passed through several parts of the village. The procession began from the school premises and passed through Seer Purwa, Belwadih, Chakendwa and Lokhadiya before returning to the school. Students proudly carried the Tricolour and raised slogans including “Bharat Mata Ki Jai,” “Vande Mataram” and “Har Ghar Tiranga, Har Man Tiranga.” The patriotic slogans echoed through the area, drawing the attention of residents…

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DM Cracks Down on Delayed Sugarcane Payments, Orders Timely Full Payment to Farmers

Gonda: Gonda District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan has directed sugar mills in the district to ensure 100 per cent and timely payment to sugarcane farmers, warning that negligence or unnecessary delays in clearing dues would not be tolerated. The directions were issued during a review meeting held at the Collectorate auditorium on Tuesday to assess sugarcane price payments and other issues concerning farmers. Unit heads of all sugar mills in the district and concerned departmental officials attended the meeting, where mill-wise payment status was reviewed. Kundarkhi Sugar Mill Warned Over Delays…

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New BEO Nutan Jaiswal Takes Charge in Paraspur, Focus on Attendance and Quality Education

Gonda: Nutan Jaiswal, the Block Education Officer (BEO) of Belser, has taken charge as the new BEO of Paraspur, with improving the quality of basic education, ensuring regular student attendance and strengthening teaching practices among her key priorities. Jaiswal reached the Block Resource Centre in Paraspur on Tuesday and formally assumed charge. Teachers and employees welcomed her on the occasion. The post had fallen vacant following the promotion and transfer of former BEO Chandrabhushan Pandey to a senior DIET lecturer position outside the district. After the vacancy, Seema Pandey, BEO…

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