Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya Pays Tribute to Party Ideologues, Plants Sapling Under ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ Campaign Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya declared that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has begun its journey towards victory in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections through the Shakti Kendra Conveners’ Conference held in Lucknow. Addressing party workers and office-bearers, he emphasized that the BJP’s organizational strength at the grassroots level would once again pave the way for the party’s return to power in the state. The programme…
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BJP Top Leadership Meets at Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya’s Residence
Lucknow: A high-level meeting of senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders and key government functionaries was held on Saturday at the official residence of Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya at 7, Kalidas Marg, Lucknow. The meeting focused on enhancing coordination between the party organisation and the government, as well as reviewing issues related to governance, public welfare, and organisational activities. The gathering witnessed the presence of several prominent BJP leaders, including BJP National President Nitin Nabin, BJP National General Secretary (Organisation) B. L. Santhosh, Uttar Pradesh Chief…
Read MoreSocial security cover to reach every sugarcane farmer
Yogi govt to launch a statewide Social Security Awareness and Enrollment Mega Campaign in all Cooperative Sugarcane Development Societies from July 6 to 11 Millions of farmer families to be linked with Government of India schemes, including the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana and Atal Pension Yojana Campaign to reach every village with the participation of banks, IFFCO, sugar mills and women self-help groups Lucknow: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh Government is set to launch a major campaign…
Read MoreSkill-based education to be further strengthened in upper primary schools
Yogi Government strengthening the system of part-time instructors School-wise data to be updated for the effective implementation of Art Education, Health and Physical Education, and Work Experience Education Subject-wise information to be prepared in accordance with student strength and actual requirement, strengthening the specialist teaching system Emphasis on ensuring quality and uniform teaching arrangements across the state through time-bound data collection Lucknow: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh Government is continuously strengthening quality and skill-based education in upper primary Parishadiya Vidyalayas. To ensure that students…
Read MoreYogi Government provides Rs 210 crore in subsidies for electric vehicles, over 43,000 people benefit
Impact of the Transport Department’s EV policy, more than 96,000 electric vehicles registered in the state so far Uttar Pradesh emerges as a model of clean transport and green development, subsidy scheme boosts adoption of electric vehicles Turning towards EVs is a better option amid the serious situation in Gulf countries, reduce dependence on petrol and diesel: Minister Lucknow: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh Government is continuously taking effective steps to promote a clean, safe, and environment-friendly transport system. In this direction, under the…
Read MoreYogi Government’s Free Residential IAS-PCS Coaching Scheme Witnesses Rising Popularity Among Aspirants
Over 67.3% of 10,167 Registered Candidates Appear for Entrance Examination; Classes to Begin from August 1 Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government’s Free Residential IAS-PCS Coaching Scheme, being implemented under the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is witnessing a significant surge in popularity among young civil services aspirants across the state. The growing trust in the initiative was reflected in the strong participation recorded during the entrance examination conducted on Sunday, with more than 67.3 percent of registered candidates appearing for the test. According to official figures, out of 10,167…
Read MoreUttar Pradesh to Create New Green Record
Yogi Government Launches Mega Plantation Drive of 35 Crore Saplings on July 12 Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is set to script another chapter in its environmental conservation journey as the Yogi Adityanath government prepares to undertake one of the world’s largest plantation campaigns on July 12 under the Plantation Maha Abhiyan 2026. With an ambitious target of planting 35 crore saplings across the state in a single day, the campaign aims to strengthen ecological sustainability while promoting mass public participation in environmental protection. The large-scale initiative, coordinated by the Department of…
Read MoreByomkesh Bakshi and the Call at Midnight
The monsoon did not merely rain on Calcutta; it besieged it. On Harrison Road, the water had already claimed the tram tracks, turning the street into a dark, murky canal reflecting the pale, periodic sputter of gaslights. Inside the second-floor study, the air was thick with the scent of damp plaster, cheap tobacco, and the sharp tang of the kerosene lamp. Byomkesh Bakshi sat with his chin resting on his knuckles, his sharp eyes fixed on a ledger of old chemist accounts. He wore a simple, faded cotton dhoti and…
Read MoreThe Curse of Chowk Haveli
In the heart of Lucknow, where centuries of history coexist with the rhythm of modern life, stories have a way of surviving long after the people who created them are gone. The bustling lanes of Chowk, famous for their vibrant markets, fragrant food stalls, and magnificent remnants of Nawabi architecture, are filled with tales passed down through generations. Most are harmless legends shared over cups of tea and evening conversations. Others are warnings disguised as stories. Among these, none is more feared than the tale of the abandoned Chowk Haveli,…
Read MoreThe Experiment of Eternity
Anoop was known among his teachers and classmates as a hardworking and exceptionally curious student. With his board examinations approaching, most students around him were focused solely on textbooks and revision schedules. Anoop, however, balanced his studies with another passion—science experiments. His small bedroom often resembled a miniature laboratory. Shelves were lined with glass jars, notebooks filled with observations covered his desk, and chemical samples occupied every available corner. While his friends spent evenings relaxing, Anoop spent countless hours testing reactions and exploring scientific possibilities. One evening, as the setting…
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