Author: Arijit Bose

Varanasi: Varanasi is set to get a landmark civic infrastructure project as a new municipal council building, inspired by the themes of Kashi and the Ganga, will be constructed at the Sigra headquarters of the Varanasi Municipal Corporation. The proposed structure, estimated to cost around ₹97 crore, will be designed in the shape of a Shivling, symbolising the city’s deep spiritual heritage. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to lay the foundation stone of the ambitious project. The construction responsibility has been assigned to C&DS, Uttar Pradesh Jal Nigam, under…

Ayodhya: Ayodhya is witnessing its biggest development push after the Ram Mandir Ayodhya, with a 1,407-acre greenfield township rapidly taking shape. The ambitious project, led by the Uttar Pradesh Awas Vikas Parishad, aims to transform the temple city into a modern, eco-friendly urban hub blending spirituality with smart infrastructure. Located just 4.5 km from the Ram Temple near NH-27 bypass along the Saryu riverfront, around 720 acres of land have already been secured for development. The township will feature modern housing, hotels, wellness hubs, a super-speciality medical centre, high-tech parks,…

Lucknow/Greater Noida: In a major boost to Uttar Pradesh’s digital infrastructure, a ₹400-crore hyperscale data centre will be established in the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) area. The project, promoted by BK Sales Corporation, will have a capacity of around 7,000 server racks and is expected to significantly strengthen AI, cloud computing, and digital services in North India. YEIDA CEO R.K. Singh handed over the land allotment letter for five acres to the company. The facility will be developed in two state-of-the-art buildings and completed in phases, with commercial…

Lucknow: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has sent a formal proposal to the state government to develop “Japan City” and “Singapore City” as integrated industrial hubs in the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Area. According to a letter issued on February 18, 2026, 500 acres each have been identified in Sector 5A and Sector 7 of Greater Noida for the proposed projects. Japan City is planned in Sector 5A, while Singapore City will come up in Sector 7. The land acquisition plan has been prepared, and both projects are proposed…

Renowned American Vedic scholar meets Chief Minister in Lucknow Discussion on Yoga, Ayurveda and Sanatan culture; says the Nath tradition is paving a new path for global welfare Dr. Frawley praises Yogi government for the transformation of Ayodhya Lucknow: Renowned American Vedic scholar David Frawley met Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in the state capital. He held discussions with Chief Minister on Yoga, Ayurveda and Sanatan culture. An admirer of Chief Minister’s multifaceted personality, Dr. Frawley said, “Yogi Adityanath is purifying politics.” Referring to the Nath tradition, he remarked that it…

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is moving decisively toward a major leap in the fields of science and technology. To further energize this sector, Yogi government has announced several ambitious initiatives through the 2026-27 budget, aimed at giving a new direction to science, technology and the IT sector. Through these efforts, the state will not only become digitally and technologically self-reliant but will also emerge as a leading national hub for science and innovation. Budget proposes the launch of the Uttar Pradesh AI Mission, alongside advancing the India AI Mission and the…