Author: Arijit Bose

RPF Jawan Killed in High-Speed Bus Collision on Jhinghaghat Bypass in Bahraich

Arijit Bose

Bahraich: An officer of the Railway Protection Force was killed in a road accident after a speeding private passenger bus rammed into his motorcycle near the Jhinghaghat Bypass in Bahraich on Sunday morning, police said. The deceased has been identified as Virendra Kumar Singh (55), who was posted with the RPF and was on his way to duty when the accident occurred in the jurisdiction of the Ramgaon police station. According to officials, Singh, a resident of Dauhra village under the Fakharpur police station area, was travelling on his motorcycle…

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President Droupadi Murmu to Attend Installation of Shri Ram Yantra in Ayodhya on March 19

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya: The sacred city of Ayodhya is set to witness a historic religious ceremony on March 19, when the Shri Ram Yantra will be formally installed at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple on the first day of Chaitra Navratri. President Droupadi Murmu will attend the ceremony as the chief guest. The installation will take place during the auspicious Abhijit Muhurat at 11:55 a.m., accompanied by Vedic chants and rituals performed by scholars and priests from across the country. Around 7,000 invited guests, including saints, scholars, and individuals associated with the temple’s…

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West Asia Crisis Impact: Govt Allows Hotels to Use Kerosene, Coal to Ease LPG Pressure

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: In response to the ongoing crisis in West Asia, the Government of India has initiated several measures to reduce pressure on domestic cooking gas supplies. As part of these steps, hotels and restaurants may soon be temporarily allowed to use alternative fuels such as kerosene, coal, biomass, and RDF pellets for cooking. Officials said the move is aimed at easing the demand for Liquefied Petroleum Gas used in cylinders and piped gas systems, ensuring that household consumers continue to receive uninterrupted supply during the current global uncertainty. New…

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Uttar Pradesh to Provide ₹1 Lakh Assistance to Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrims

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a major initiative to support religious tourism and assist pilgrims undertaking the arduous journey to the sacred Himalayan shrine, the Uttar Pradesh government will provide financial assistance of ₹1 lakh each to 555 devotees undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. The assistance will be distributed by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during a special programme scheduled at Lok Bhavan in Lucknow on Tuesday. The initiative has been organised by the state’s Tourism Department with the aim of encouraging religious tourism and easing the financial burden of the demanding…

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Trust and Technology Key Pillars of Uttar Pradesh’s Transformation: Yogi Adityanath

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A delegation of senior officers from the National Defence College, under the National Security and Strategic Study programme of the Ministry of Defence, called on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow and held an interaction on governance, security, and development initiatives in the state. The delegation included senior officers from the Indian Armed Forces, representatives of foreign militaries, and officials from the Government of India civil services currently undergoing training under the strategic studies programme. Addressing the delegation, the Chief Minister said that trust and technology have…

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What Makes the Strait of Hormuz So Important for India

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most strategically important maritime chokepoints in the world. Located between Iran and Oman, the narrow waterway connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the wider Arabian Sea. Despite being only about 33 kilometers wide at its narrowest point, it serves as the primary route through which a significant portion of the world’s oil and natural gas is transported. For India, the Strait of Hormuz is not merely a geographical passage; it is a lifeline for energy security,…

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Lucknow Book Fair Day 4 Blends Literature with Flavours of Awadhi Cuisine

Arijit Bose

Lucknow | The ongoing Lucknow Book Fair at Ravindralaya Charbagh has become a vibrant hub for writers, readers and cultural enthusiasts. Alongside literary and cultural programmes, visitors are also enjoying a special Awadhi cuisine festival, adding a unique flavour to the event. The fourth day of the fair witnessed a series of book discussions, poetry recitations and book releases, while readers spent hours browsing through diverse titles at the stalls. At the Rohit Book stall featuring publications from Vani Prakashan, poetry collections by celebrated poets such as Nida Fazli, Rahat…

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Additional Chief Secretary Parthasarathi Sen Sharma reviewed the schemes of the Education Department

Arijit Bose

Instructions to ensure enrollment of every child under the ‘School Chalo Abhiyan’ (Go to School Campaign) Emphasis on accelerating PM Shri, Samagra Shiksha, and CM Composite School schemes Instructions to ensure admission of children in private schools under RTE Review of progress on Digital Class, Kasturba Vidyalaya, and Nipun Abhiyan Lucknow: Parthasarathi Sen Sharma, Additional Chief Secretary of Secondary and Basic Education of the state, held a review meeting with all Chief Development Officers of the state via video conferencing on Monday. During the meeting, a detailed review of the…

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Four Members of Inter-District Gang Arrested for Tractor Fraud; Five Vehicles Recovered

Arijit Bose

Gonda: In a major breakthrough, the Nawabganj police in Gonda have busted an inter-district gang accused of cheating farmers by falsely promising to deploy their tractors for work with the Indian Railways. Four members of the gang have been arrested and five tractors have been recovered from their possession. The action was carried out under the directions of Superintendent of Police Vineet Jaiswal as part of an ongoing campaign against criminals. The operation was conducted under the supervision of Additional Superintendent of Police (West) Radheshyam Rai and led by Circle…

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ARP Delegation Meets Assistant Director of Education to Discuss Challenges in NIPUN Bharat Mission

Arijit Bose

Gonda: A delegation of Academic Resource Persons (ARPs) met the Assistant Director of Education of the Devipatan division to discuss challenges related to the effective implementation and capacity building under the NIPUN Bharat Mission. The meeting was held at the DIET Darjikuan campus in Gonda. During the interaction, representatives of the ARP Association highlighted various operational and field-level challenges faced while implementing the mission. Divisional Coordinator Manoj Dixit and State Vice President Gyaneshwar Pathak presented a detailed overview of ARP responsibilities, regional issues and the need for enhanced training and…

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