Author: Arijit Bose

DM Orders Safety Audit of Coaching Centres and Hospitals After Lucknow Fire Tragedy

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: In the wake of the devastating fire incident in Lucknow that claimed the lives of several students, Bareilly District Magistrate Avinash Singh has directed authorities to undertake an immediate inspection of coaching centres, hospitals and other institutions operating in the district to ensure compliance with safety norms. Expressing deep sorrow over the tragedy, the District Magistrate said that similar risks could exist in Bareilly, where several coaching institutes, hospitals and basement parking facilities are reportedly operating in residential and congested areas without adequate safety arrangements. He noted concerns regarding…

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Commissioner Reviews Public Grievances, Development Works and Welfare Schemes

Arijit Bose

Commissioner Reviews Public Grievances, Development Works and Welfare Schemes During Gonda Inspection Drive Gonda: Commissioner of the Devipatan Division, Durga Shakti Nagpal conducted an extensive inspection and public outreach programme in Gonda, reviewing public grievance redressal, development projects, construction works and welfare initiatives. The visit also included participation in the district’s “Sandhya Samvad” programme, aimed at strengthening direct communication between citizens and the administration. During a public hearing held at the district collectorate auditorium, the Commissioner, accompanied by District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan and senior officials, listened to complaints and grievances…

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MJPRU’s Department of Ancient History and Culture Emerges as Gateway to Heritage Studies

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MJPRU’s Department of Ancient History and Culture Emerges as Gateway to Heritage Studies and Promising Careers; Admissions Open Bareilly: The Department of Ancient History and Culture at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, is witnessing growing interest among students as heritage studies, archaeology, and cultural preservation emerge as promising career fields in India and abroad. Amid the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), increasing emphasis on cultural heritage conservation, and expanding opportunities in archaeology and museum studies, the discipline is gaining recognition as a dynamic academic and professional…

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Rohilkhand University Achieves Outstanding Performance in THE Sustainability Impact Rankings 2026

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, has earned significant recognition in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Rankings 2026, released from the United Kingdom. Demonstrating its commitment to sustainable development, the university recorded participation across all 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and secured a place in the 801–1000 global ranking band among 1,603 higher education institutions worldwide, with an overall score of 54.9 out of 100. The achievement is particularly noteworthy as MJPRU emerged as the highest-ranked state university in Uttar Pradesh and secured…

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Bareilly Administration Launches Major Fire Safety Drive After Lucknow Blaze; Two Hotels Sealed

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Following the devastating fire incident in Lucknow, the Bareilly Development Authority (BDA) launched a major enforcement and inspection campaign across the city to assess fire safety preparedness and building compliance in commercial establishments. Acting on the directions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and under the guidance of Divisional Commissioner Bhupendra S. Chaudhary and District Magistrate Avinash Singh, the drive was led by BDA Vice-Chairperson Soumya Pandey. On Tuesday, the Vice-Chairperson personally supervised the operation along with officials from the BDA enforcement wing, Fire Department, and local police. The joint…

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MJPRU Chemical Engineering Department Achieves 90% Placement Rate, Marks Major Milestone

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: The Department of Chemical Engineering at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, has achieved an impressive 90 percent placement rate for the academic session 2025–26, with students securing positions in leading core-sector companies. The achievement has been hailed as a significant milestone for both the department and the university. Speaking to media representatives, Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh expressed pride in the accomplishment, describing it as a reflection of the quality of education, industry-oriented training, and collaborative efforts undertaken by the university. “This outstanding placement record demonstrates the strength…

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Bareilly Administration Inspects 47 Coaching Institutes, Seven Sealed for Safety Violations

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: In the wake of the recent devastating fire incident in Lucknow and with a view to ensuring the safety of students, the district administration launched a large-scale inspection drive across coaching institutes in Bareilly. The joint enforcement operation resulted in the sealing of seven coaching centres found to be operating illegally or in violation of prescribed norms. The inspection was carried out by a joint team comprising Additional District Magistrate (City) Avinash Tripathi, Superintendent of Police (City) Manush Pareek, City Magistrate Rajesh Kumar Verma, Chief Fire Officer Manu Sharma,…

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Foundation Stone Laid for Chief Minister Composite School in Gonda, Major Boost to Rural Education

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Gonda: A significant step towards strengthening educational infrastructure in rural Uttar Pradesh was taken with the foundation stone laying ceremony of a Chief Minister Composite School in Gharighat Gram Panchayat under Babhanjot Development Block in the Gaura Assembly constituency of Gonda district. The ceremony was attended by Kirti Vardhan Singh “Raja Bhaiya”, Union Minister of State and Member of Parliament from Gonda, and Prabhat Kumar Verma, MLA from Gaura, who graced the occasion as chief guests. The programme began with traditional Vedic rituals and a ceremonial groundbreaking ceremony. Addressing a…

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Surprise Raid Against Illegal Mining in Bareilly: Two JCBs and Three Tractor-Trolleys Seized

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: The district administration intensified its crackdown on illegal mining and unauthorized transportation of minerals by conducting a surprise late-night raid in the Bahedi area of Bareilly district. Acting on complaints regarding illegal mining activities, a joint enforcement team carried out an inspection and raid operation in Unai village, under Bahedi Police Station limits in Bahedi tehsil. During the operation, officials found two JCB excavators and three tractor-trolleys allegedly involved in illegal mining and transportation of minerals. According to officials, the drivers and operators attempted to flee towards a nearby…

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Joy e-Bike Showroom Inaugurated in Gonda, Promoting Eco-Friendly Mobility Solutions

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Gonda: A new showroom of Joy e-Bike, a leading electric two-wheeler brand, was inaugurated with much enthusiasm at Circular Road, opposite a petrol pump in Gonda city. The showroom was formally opened by senior Samajwadi Party leader Suraj Singh, who cut the ceremonial ribbon in the presence of company representatives, business leaders, and local residents. Speaking on the occasion, Suraj Singh highlighted the growing importance of electric vehicles in the face of rising fuel prices and increasing environmental concerns. He said that electric bikes are emerging as a practical, economical,…

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