Author: Arijit Bose

Anupriya Patel Re-elected Unanimously as Apna Dal (S) National President for Third Term

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Union Minister Anupriya Patel has been unanimously re-elected as the National President of Apna Dal (Sonelal) for a third consecutive term at the party’s national convention held at Gandhi Auditorium in Kaiserbagh, Lucknow, on Monday. The proposal to re-elect Anupriya Patel was moved by party MLA Rinki Kol and unanimously approved by the convention. The meeting was attended by party National Vice-President and Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Ashish Patel, State President R.P. Gautam and several senior office-bearers. Those present included MLAs Jai Kumar Singh Jackie, R.K. Patel, Rashmi Arya,…

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Pawan Singh Chauhan Appointed BJP State Convenor of Educational Institutions Cell

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has entrusted Pawan Singh Chauhan, Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) from Sitapur and Chairman of SR Group of Institutions, with another important organisational responsibility by appointing him as the State Convenor of the party’s Educational Institutions Cell. BJP Uttar Pradesh President Pankaj Chaudhary announced the appointment in an official list released by the party’s state office on Saturday. The appointment comes shortly after Chauhan was inducted as a Special Invitee Member of the BJP Uttar Pradesh State Executive Committee, further expanding his role…

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Christian Community Observes All Souls’ Day with Prayers and Tributes in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Christian community in Lucknow observed All Souls’ Day  with deep faith, devotion and prayers, remembering departed family members and ancestors at Nishatganj Christian Cemetery and Gora Cemetery in Mall Avenue. A large number of Christian families visited the two cemeteries throughout the day, paying tribute to their departed loved ones by cleaning graves, offering flowers and wreaths, lighting candles and holding special prayers for the eternal peace of their souls. The Lucknow Christian Burial Board (LCBB) made special arrangements for the occasion, including cleanliness, maintenance and other facilities…

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Jal Jeevan Mission Drives Rural Development Through Water Conservation, Community Participation and Sanitation

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Jal Jeevan Mission is supporting rural development in Uttar Pradesh by expanding access to safe drinking water while promoting water conservation, sanitation, environmental protection and community awareness. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the initiative is involving Gram Panchayats, self-help groups, ASHA and Anganwadi workers, schools and local communities in efforts to improve water quality and protect drinking water sources. At the national-level ‘Mega Event’ held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on March 11, 2026, during Jal Mahotsav-2026, outstanding contributors from 14 Uttar Pradesh districts—Amroha, Ayodhya,…

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UP Goat Rearing Scheme Strengthens Rural Livelihoods, Offers Financial Support to SC Families

Arijit Bose

Government Approves Additional ₹3.92 Crore; Beneficiaries to Receive 90% Subsidy on Goat Rearing Units Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government is strengthening livelihood opportunities for Scheduled Caste families through its goat rearing scheme, aimed at promoting self-employment, increasing household incomes and improving economic conditions in rural areas. For the current financial year, the government has approved supplementary financial assistance of ₹3.92 crore (₹3,92,94,000) under Grant No. 83 for implementing the scheme. The sanctioned amount has been allocated to various districts according to their requirements and demands under the Special Component Plan…

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SHG-Made Diyas to Illuminate Villages and Cities This Diwali

Arijit Bose

Rural Consumers Show Growing Interest in Festive Gift Hampers Prepared by Women Self-Help Groups Lucknow: Diwali celebrations across Uttar Pradesh are set to receive a special touch of local craftsmanship, with products made by women members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission finding increasing demand in both rural and urban markets. Under the leadership and guidance of Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, the State Rural Livelihood Mission has intensified its efforts to strengthen rural women’s livelihoods and promote financial independence. The initiative also…

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Indira Gandhi Planetarium to Launch 15-Day Certificate Course in Astronomy in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Course to Cover Solar System, Stars, Telescopes and Night Sky Observation; Registration Fee Fixed at ₹1,000 Lucknow: The Indira Gandhi Planetarium, Lucknow, operating under the Council of Science and Technology, Uttar Pradesh, is set to organise a 15-day certificate course in astronomy and astrophysics from November 15 to December 25, 2026. Titled Certificate Course in Astronomy – Astronomy at a Stellar Level, the programme is designed for students, research scholars, teachers and members of the general public interested in exploring astronomy and space science. The course aims to familiarise participants…

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Major Boost for UP Food Exporters as R-FRAC Lucknow Gets APEDA-Recognised Laboratory Status

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Exporters Can Now Access Reliable Quality Testing Facilities Within Uttar Pradesh, Reducing Dependence on Laboratories in Other States Lucknow: In a significant boost to Uttar Pradesh’s food processing and agricultural export sectors, the Regional Food Research and Analysis Centre (R-FRAC), Lucknow, has been included in the list of laboratories recognised by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). The development, under the guidance of Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, will enable food and agricultural product exporters in the state to obtain essential quality testing services and…

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Uttar Pradesh to Prepare Time-Bound Credit Action Plan to Boost Rural Economy

Arijit Bose

NABARD-supported State Rural Development Conference Focuses on Viksit Uttar Pradesh 2047; Special Emphasis on Credit Access Across All 75 Districts Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government will prepare a measurable and time-bound credit action plan for all 75 districts to strengthen the rural economy, promote agricultural industries and expand entrepreneurship among women and youth. The initiative was discussed at the State Rural Development Conference 2026, organised by the Finance Department in collaboration with the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) at Parijat Auditorium in Vidhan Bhavan, Lucknow. The conference…

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Keshav Prasad Maurya Inspects Under-Construction Six-Lane Bridge in Prayagraj, Directs Faster Completion

Arijit Bose

Prayagraj/Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya inspected the ongoing construction of a six-lane bridge in Prayagraj and directed the executing agency to accelerate the work and complete the project at the earliest. During the site inspection, Maurya reviewed the progress of construction and stressed that quality standards must be strictly maintained. He also instructed officials to ensure compliance with all prescribed safety standards and make necessary arrangements, including the installation of view cutters and other essential facilities. Speaking to the media, the Deputy Chief Minister said the…

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