Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya Lays Foundation Stone for Women’s Hostel in Lucknow, Promotes Food Processing Sector Growth

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Monday laid the foundation stone and performed the groundbreaking ceremony for a new women’s hostel at the Government Institute of Food Processing Technology on Sapru Marg, Lucknow. The event also witnessed the inauguration of advanced laboratory equipment installed at the institute. During the programme, Maurya distributed Letters of Comfort, grant sanction cheques, and certificates of appreciation to entrepreneurs and industrial units contributing to the growth of the food processing sector in the state. Interacting with female trainees undergoing food processing…

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UP Congress Chief Ajay Rai Writes to PM Modi Seeking Review of Ethanol-Blended Fuel Policy

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee President and former minister Ajay Rai has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging a comprehensive scientific, economic, and public-interest review of India’s ethanol-blended fuel policy, including E20, E85, and E100 fuels. In his letter, Rai called for greater transparency in policymaking and sought the public release of scientific studies, technical assessments, and long-term impact analyses related to ethanol blending. He argued that the issue concerns the economic security of millions of Indian families, the country’s water resources, food security, environmental sustainability, transportation systems, and…

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Transport Department Cracks Down on School Vehicles in Gonda; Unregistered Vehicle Seized

Gonda: In a major enforcement drive aimed at ensuring the safe and regulated transportation of school children, the Transport Department conducted a special inspection campaign across the district in coordination with a joint enforcement team. Several school vehicles were thoroughly checked, and strict action was taken against those found violating provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act. During the inspection, officials seized a school vehicle that was operating without registration and a valid permit. The vehicle was taken into custody with immediate effect for serious violations of transport regulations. In addition,…

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Bareilly DM Cracks Down on Slow Ayushman Card Drive, Orders Salary Suspension for Inactive Operators

Bareilly: Taking a stern view of the sluggish progress in the ongoing Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) card generation campaign, District Magistrate Avinash Singh has directed the suspension of salaries of inactive operators and officials found responsible for poor performance. During a recent review of the special Ayushman Card creation campaign in Bareilly district, the District Magistrate observed that the progress over the past 15 days had fallen well below expectations, with only a limited number of cards being generated on a daily basis. Expressing concern over…

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Major Joint Rescue Drive Launched in Bareilly to Identify and Rehabilitate Destitute and Vulnerable Individuals

Bareilly: A large-scale joint special operation was conducted across Bareilly district to identify, rescue, rehabilitate, and connect destitute, homeless, and protection-deprived individuals with government welfare schemes. The campaign was carried out in compliance with directions issued by the Allahabad High Court in Public Interest Litigation (PIL) No. 571/2024, Jyoti Rajput vs. State of Uttar Pradesh & Others. The initiative was undertaken under the guidance of District Magistrate Avinash Singh and District Probation Officer Monika Rana as part of the ongoing Operation Mukti campaign. The joint operation saw active participation from…

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World-Class Vertigo Diagnostic Machine Launched at RN Pandey Private Hospital in Gonda

Gonda: In a significant step toward enhancing healthcare services in the region, RN Pandey Private Hospital Limited, located on ITI Road in Gonda, inaugurated a world-class Vertigo Diagnostic and Treatment Machine on Tuesday. The advanced medical technology is expected to provide accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for patients suffering from vertigo and related balance disorders. The state-of-the-art machine was formally inaugurated by the hospital’s Director, Dr. Rajesh Pandey, who highlighted the importance of bringing advanced healthcare facilities closer to patients. He said that the new technology would enable precise evaluation…

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Divisional Commissioner Reviews Development Programmes, Directs 100% Tree Plantation and Faster Implementation of Welfare Schemes

Bareilly: A divisional review meeting chaired by Bhupendra S. Chaudhary was held at the Development Bhawan auditorium on Monday to assess the progress of key government schemes and administrative initiatives across the Bareilly division. The meeting focused on a wide range of development, health, education, agriculture, disaster management, and welfare-related programmes being implemented in the districts of the division. Focus on Mega Tree Plantation Drive Reviewing preparations for the statewide plantation campaign scheduled to begin on July 12, the Divisional Commissioner directed all departments to achieve 100 percent plantation targets.…

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CMO Reviews Progress of Communicable Disease Control and Dastak Campaign in Bareilly

Bareilly: As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen public health measures, the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Bareilly conducted a field inspection to review the progress of the Special Communicable Disease Control Campaign and the Dastak Campaign in the district. The inspection was carried out in Bhimpur village, identified as a highly sensitive area under the Alampur Jafrabad Block Development Region, and also included a visit to the Community Health Centre Aonla. Focus on Sanitation and Vector Control During the visit, the CMO reviewed sanitation arrangements in the village. The…

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Prof. Trilochan Sharma Appointed Head of Business Management Department at MJPRU

Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU) has announced a significant administrative appointment with Prof. Trilochan Sharma being appointed as the Head of the Department of Business Management. The appointment has been made in compliance with an order issued by the Higher Education Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh and came into effect from July 6, 2026. University officials and members of the teaching community extended their congratulations to Prof. Sharma on his new responsibility, expressing confidence in his leadership and academic experience. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Sharma thanked the…

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NCP Leaders and Hundreds of Supporters Join Congress in New Delhi

New Delhi/Lucknow: In a significant political development ahead of upcoming electoral battles, several leaders and office-bearers from different organizations joined the Indian National Congress, expressing their commitment to the ideals of social justice, constitutional values, and public welfare. The induction ceremony took place at the All India Congress Committee headquarters in New Delhi in the presence of Rajendra Pal Gautam, former minister and Congress in-charge for Uttar Pradesh. Among those who joined the Congress were Balvinder Singh, Uttar Pradesh Vice President of Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar); Vijender Valmiki, National…

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