Author: Arijit Bose

Varanasi Ropeway Nears Completion: Cantt to Godowlia Journey in Just 16 Minutes

Arijit Bose

Varanasi: The much-awaited Varanasi ropeway project has reached an advanced stage, with nearly 95 per cent of the construction work reportedly completed. The ambitious urban transport initiative is expected to provide residents, pilgrims and tourists with a faster alternative to road travel, reducing dependence on congested city streets. Once operational, the ropeway will connect Varanasi Cantt Railway Station with Godowlia, covering approximately 3.8 km in just 16 minutes. The same journey currently takes around 45 minutes or longer by road, depending on traffic conditions. The project will have five stations…

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Varanasi Municipal Corporation Adopts Robotic Technology to Detect Sewer Leaks and Blockages

Arijit Bose

Varanasi: In a major step towards modernising urban sanitation infrastructure, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation has introduced advanced robotic technology to identify sewer leaks, blockages and other pipeline-related problems. The initiative aims to improve sewer maintenance, minimise unnecessary road excavation and provide faster relief to residents facing drainage and sewage issues. The civic body has entered into an agreement with Chennai-based Solinas Integrity Private Limited for the project, which is being financially supported by Coca-Cola under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. Ground-level operations and field documentation began on Thursday. Mayor…

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Wheelchair Support Makes Ram Temple Darshan Easier for Elderly and Differently-Abled Devotees During Deepotsav

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya: Amid the dazzling celebrations of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026, a heartwarming initiative is ensuring that physical limitations do not come in the way of faith. Wheelchair assistance for elderly and differently-abled devotees is making visits to the Ram Temple, Hanumangarhi and other prominent shrines easier and more accessible. For many devotees who find it difficult to walk long distances, the facility has become a valuable support, enabling them to participate in the festivities, attend religious ceremonies and seek blessings from Ram Lalla. Deshraj, a resident of Bahraich, is among those…

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Pushpak Viman, Grand Ram Darbar to Recreate Treta Yuga at Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya: The 10th edition of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026 is set to offer devotees an immersive glimpse of the Treta Yuga, with grand installations depicting episodes from the Ramayana being prepared across the holy city. A 30-foot-long Pushpak Viman and an elaborate Ram Darbar at Ram Ki Paidi, along with a magnificent Ram Rath at Ram Katha Park, will be among the major attractions. The Tourism Department is overseeing the preparations, with skilled artisans from Bengal and other states working round the clock to complete the installations. According to representatives of…

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Sand Art Ram Darbar, International Ramlila Teams to Be Major Attractions at Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya: The 10th edition of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026 will showcase a unique blend of faith, art and cultural diversity, with a grand sand sculpture of Lord Ram’s Darbar emerging as one of its major attractions. Created using 220 tonnes of sand sourced from the Saryu river, the 50-foot-long and 20-foot-high installation is being crafted near Ram Katha Park by internationally acclaimed sand artist Madhurendra Kumar from Bihar. The magnificent artwork will feature the Ram Temple along with sculptures of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman. Through this creation, the…

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Trump Turns US Midterm Elections Into Referendum on His Presidency; Democrats Capture Congress

Arijit Bose

Republicans suffer major setbacks as voters reject Trump-backed candidates amid rising living costs, Iran war fallout and declining presidential approval Washington: US President Donald Trump had urged his supporters to treat the 2026 midterm elections as a direct vote on his leadership. American voters appeared to accept that challenge, delivering a sweeping victory to the Democratic Party, which captured control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives, according to projections by the Associated Press. The results represent a major political setback for Trump during the second half of…

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UP’s Bijli Sakhi Scheme Empowers Rural Women; Shamli Woman Collects Over ₹7 Crore in Electricity Revenue

Arijit Bose

Anita earns ₹20,000–25,000 monthly, receives over ₹7 lakh in incentives and emerges as a ‘Lakhpati Didi’ Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government’s Bijli Sakhi scheme is creating new opportunities for rural women to achieve financial independence while strengthening digital services and electricity revenue collection in villages. Implemented under the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), the initiative has enabled women associated with self-help groups (SHGs) to earn a regular income by facilitating electricity bill payments at consumers’ doorsteps. The success story of Anita, a 35-year-old resident of Hasanpur village in Shamli district’s…

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Lucknow University Outperforms 50.8% of Asian Institutions in QS Asia University Rankings 2027

Arijit Bose

Secures 801–850 band in Asia, ranks 124th nationally and 247th in South Asia; overall score rises to 22.6 Lucknow: Lucknow University has strengthened its position on the international academic landscape with an improved performance in the QS Asia University Rankings 2027, released by global ranking agency Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). The university has been placed in the 801–850 band in Asia, securing 124th position nationally and 247th in South Asia. A significant achievement is that it has outperformed 50.8 per cent of the ranked institutions across Asia, compared to 48.6 per…

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UP Schools Turn Green with BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week Initiative

Arijit Bose

Over 1.42 crore students across 1.32 lakh government schools participate in environmental awareness activities from November 1–7 Lucknow: Government primary and upper-primary schools across Uttar Pradesh are turning into centres of environmental awareness as the state observes BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week from November 1 to 7. The initiative, launched under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, aims to sensitise more than 1.42 crore students across over 1.32 lakh council-run schools about environmental protection and sustainable living. Based on the seven themes of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), the programme…

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UP Deputy CM Keshav Maurya Pushes Food Processing Units to Boost Rural Employment

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SHG women and rural youth to be encouraged to set up small processing units; officials asked to expedite training, financial assistance and subsidies Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has directed officials to promote food processing enterprises in rural areas to generate employment, improve farmers’ incomes and prevent wastage of agricultural produce. During a review of the Rural Development Department and related initiatives, Maurya instructed officials to encourage women associated with self-help groups (SHGs), particularly rural women, to establish small food processing units. He emphasised that food…

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