Author: Arijit Bose

SBI Hands Over Vehicle to MLN Medical College, Prayagraj Under CSR Initiative

Arijit Bose

Prayagraj — In a step towards strengthening healthcare support services, the State Bank of India (SBI) has handed over a vehicle to Moti Lal Nehru Medical College (MLNMC), Prayagraj under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The vehicle was formally handed over by Shri Dipak Kumar De, Chief General Manager, State Bank of India, Lucknow Circle, in the presence of Dr. V. K. Pandey, Principal, MLN Medical College. The initiative reflects the bank’s continued commitment to supporting public health infrastructure and community welfare. According to officials, the vehicle will play…

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Elsevier Journals Formally Acknowledge Prof. Bharat Raj Singh

Arijit Bose

A Strong Indian Academic Presence in the Global Research Arena-Elsevier Journals Formally Acknowledge Prof. Bharat Raj Singh, for Outstanding Peer-Review Contributions Lucknow | Globally renowned academic publishing organization Elsevier Journals has formally expressed its appreciation to Prof. Bharat Raj Singh, Senior Academician and Researcher and Director General, School of Management Sciences, Lucknow, for his outstanding peer-review contributions during the year 2025, which significantly strengthened the global research community. In a letter of appreciation issued by the Elsevier Journals Leadership Team, it was stated that the time, rigorous academic judgment, and…

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When Marketing Stopped Being a Service and Became a System

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: For years, marketing has been treated as a collection of moving parts. Strategy sat in one corner, creative in another, media somewhere in between, and technology was either overused or misunderstood. Each function worked independently, yet rarely in harmony. That model survived when markets were forgiving.It no longer does. Today, execution is abundant. AI has accelerated output. Tools can generate at scale. Speed, once a competitive advantage, is now easily accessible. And yet, brands feel louder, not clearer. The problem is not speed.It is fragmentation. One of the most…

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Sur Sandhya Music Club’s Fifth Edition Strikes a Soulful Chord in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — The fifth edition of the Sur Sandhya Music Club unfolded as a deeply immersive and memorable musical evening on Saturday at The Club, Omaxe The Palace, located on Amar Shaheed Path, Gomti Nagar. Held from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm, the event brought together melody, devotion, and community spirit in a vibrant celebration of music. More than 100 music enthusiasts and participants attended the programme, lending the evening a lively and engaging atmosphere. Their enthusiastic participation and heartfelt response played a significant role in shaping the success of the…

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Defence Budget 2026–27 Reinforces India’s Security Resolve Post Operation Sindoor: Rajnath Singh

Arijit Bose

New Delhi — The Union Budget 2026–27 has provided a decisive boost to India’s defence preparedness, with an allocation of ₹7.85 lakh crore for the sector, reinforcing the government’s commitment to national security, military modernisation, and self-reliance, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday. Welcoming the budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the Defence Minister described it as a strong affirmation of the government’s resolve to build a robust, resilient, and foolproof security architecture, particularly in the wake of the successful Operation Sindoor, which underscored India’s operational readiness and strategic…

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Union Budget 2026–27 Unveils Record ₹2,761.80 Crore Push for Fisheries, Targets Coastal Value Chains and Global Exports

Arijit Bose

New Delhi — The Union Budget 2026–27 has delivered the highest-ever financial support for India’s fisheries sector, allocating ₹2,761.80 crore to drive sustainable growth, strengthen coastal livelihoods, and enhance the country’s global competitiveness in seafood exports. The announcement marks a decisive step in positioning fisheries as a key pillar of India’s expanding blue economy. Of the total allocation, ₹2,530 crore has been set aside for scheme-based interventions aimed at providing direct benefits to fishers and fish farmers. The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) continues as the backbone of sectoral development,…

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Union Budget 2026–27 Delivers Major Boost to India’s Sports Sector: Khelo India Mission Launched, ₹4,479.88 Crore Allocated

Arijit Bose

New Delhi— In a decisive push to elevate India’s standing in global sport, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday unveiled a significantly enhanced allocation for the sports sector in the Union Budget 2026–27, coupled with the launch of the ambitious Khelo India Mission. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has been allotted ₹4,479.88 crore for the coming fiscal year, marking a substantial increase of nearly ₹1,133 crore over the revised estimate of ₹3,346.54 crore in 2025–26. The enhanced outlay underscores the government’s long-term vision of positioning India among the…

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Union Budget 2026: Defence Allocation Sees Record Jump Amid Security Challenges

Arijit Bose

New Delhi | India’s defence preparedness received a major boost in the Union Budget 2026–27, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announcing the highest-ever allocation for the armed forces, reflecting heightened security concerns and the government’s focus on military modernisation. The overall defence budget has been raised to ₹7.85 lakh crore, marking a significant increase over the previous year. Of this, ₹2.19 lakh crore has been earmarked for capital expenditure aimed at modernisation — a jump of nearly 22 per cent compared to FY 2025–26. Last year’s capital outlay stood at…

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Union Budget 2026–27: India to Develop Seven High-Speed Rail Corridors as ‘Growth Connectors’

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India is set to significantly expand its high-speed rail network with the development of seven new high-speed rail corridors, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced while presenting the Union Budget 2026–27 in Parliament on Sunday. Describing the proposed corridors as “growth connectors”, the Finance Minister said they will play a crucial role in promoting environmentally sustainable passenger transport, improving regional connectivity and supporting economic expansion across major urban and emerging growth centres. According to the Budget announcement, the seven high-speed rail corridors will connect the following city pairs:…

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Union Budget 2026–27 Lays Out Major Push for Medical Tourism, Hospitality and Heritage Development

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New Delhi: The Union Budget 2026–27 has proposed a series of wide-ranging initiatives to strengthen India’s position as a global destination for medical tourism, hospitality, heritage and eco-tourism, while generating large-scale employment and boosting regional economies. Presenting the Budget in Parliament, Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman announced a scheme to support States in establishing five Regional Medical Hubs, in partnership with the private sector, to promote India as a leading hub for medical tourism. “These hubs will function as integrated healthcare complexes combining medical, educational and…

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