Lucknow: Newly appointed Managing Director of the Pradeshik Cooperative Dairy Federation Limited (PCDF), Prakash Bindu, IAS, inspected milk collection centres and the Parag Dairy processing facility in Lucknow to review operations, quality systems and infrastructure. On the morning of August 8, Bindu visited the Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) facility at Pusauli Jagdishpur in the Malihabad area, along with the Hamirapur and Allupur milk cooperative societies associated with Lucknow Milk Union (Parag). During the visit, the Managing Director reviewed the functioning of Automatic Milk Collection Units (AMCU) and Data Processing Milk…
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Tricolour to Fly Over Amrit Sarovars Across Uttar Pradesh on Independence Day
Lucknow: Independence Day will be celebrated with patriotic fervour at Amrit Sarovars across Uttar Pradesh, with the Tricolour to be hoisted at every such water body under the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has directed officials of the Rural Development Department to ensure that Independence Day is celebrated across the state with enthusiasm, participation and a festive spirit. Following his directions, necessary instructions have been issued to districts to begin preparations in advance and organise programmes that ensure widespread public participation in the…
Read MoreMSME Sector Set for Major Reform as Parliament Passes MSMED Amendment Bill, 2026
Lucknow: Parliament has approved the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, marking a significant step towards making the business environment for India’s MSME sector simpler, more transparent and more conducive to growth. The Lok Sabha passed the Bill on August 7, 2026, after the Rajya Sabha approved it on August 3. The amendments seek to modernise the MSME Development Act, 2006, nearly two decades after its introduction, in response to technological advances, expanding digital systems and the rapid transformation of the MSME ecosystem. According to government data…
Read MoreDistrict Legal Services Authority Reviews Preparations for National Lok Adalat and Mediation Campaign 3.0
Lucknow: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Lucknow, held a meeting with representatives of banks and finance companies to discuss preparations for the upcoming National Lok Adalat and Mediation Campaign 3.0, with a particular focus on identifying and resolving a larger number of bank recovery cases. The meeting was convened in accordance with the directions of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), New Delhi, and the Uttar Pradesh State Legal Services Authority (UPSLSA), Lucknow. It was held on August 10 at the Mediation Centre in the Old High Court premises…
Read MoreHar Ghar Tiranga Campaign to Be Observed in All Madrasas Across Uttar Pradesh: Danish Azad Ansari
Lucknow: The Har Ghar Tiranga campaign will be taken to all madrasas across Uttar Pradesh, Minister of State for Minority Welfare, Muslim Waqf and Haj Danish Azad Ansari said. Ansari directed the Principal Secretary of the Minority Welfare Department to issue necessary instructions to ensure the campaign reaches madrasas across the state. The initiative is being carried out following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call and under the leadership of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The minister said Har Ghar Tiranga is not merely an event but a mass campaign…
Read MoreHar Ghar Tiranga Campaign is a Living Symbol of India’s Unity, Collective Strength and Patriotism: Keshav Prasad Maurya
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya said the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, launched following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call, has emerged as a vibrant symbol of India’s unity, collective strength and patriotic spirit. Maurya said the campaign is strengthening the sense of pride and dedication towards the nation among citizens while giving fresh momentum to the collective resolve to build a Viksit Bharat (Developed India). He said the association of this year’s Har Ghar Tiranga campaign with the 150th anniversary of the national song “Vande Mataram” has…
Read MoreBPCL Shows Interest in Setting Up Compressed Biogas Plant in Tulsipur, Balrampur
Lucknow: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has expressed interest in setting up a Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant in Tulsipur village of Balrampur district, as part of efforts to promote the scientific and economic utilisation of cow dung, agricultural residues and other livestock-based bio-waste. A BPCL team met Uttar Pradesh Gau Seva Commission Chairman Shyam Bihari Gupta to discuss the potential for producing and utilising CBG in the state. The meeting focused on developing a sustainable model that could convert locally available organic waste into clean energy while creating economic opportunities…
Read MoreTen-Day Residential Training for MIS Assistants and Accountants Concludes in Lucknow
Lucknow: A 10-day residential training programme for MIS assistants and accountants of Model Cluster-Level Federations (CLFs) concluded successfully on Monday at the Regional Institute of Rural Development, Bakshi Ka Talab, Lucknow. The programme was organised jointly by the Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission (UPSRLM) and the State Institute of Rural Development under the guidance of Mission Director Arun Kumar. The initiative is being undertaken under the leadership and direction of Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya to enhance the skills and capabilities of officials, employees and people…
Read MoreDastkaarii Season 17 Brings India’s Finest Handicrafts, Festive Shopping & Creative Experiences to Lucknow
Lucknow: Dastkaarii is all set to present the 17th Edition of the Dastkaarii Handicrafts & Lifestyle Exhibition – Rakhi–Teej Edition, on 8th and 9th August 2026 at Hilton Garden Inn, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Timed ahead of the festive season, the exhibition promises a vibrant celebration of Indian craftsmanship, culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Recognised as one of Lucknow’s most anticipated handicrafts and lifestyle exhibitions, Dastkaarii has consistently provided a platform for artisans, women entrepreneurs, designers, and homegrown brands from across the country. This edition will…
Read MoreDPS Investiture Ceremony celebrates Academic Rigour
Lucknow: Delhi Public School, Shaheedpath proudly organised its Investiture Ceremony with great dignity and enthusiasm, marking the formal induction of the newly elected Student Council. The ceremony celebrated the spirit of leadership, responsibility and service, inspiring students to uphold the values and ethos of the school. The programme commenced with a warm welcome, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and the rendition of the DPS Anthem, creating an atmosphere of pride and solemnity. The Chief Guest, Radha Raman Singh, ACP South Traffic, was accorded a warm felicitation. Addressing…
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