Author: Arijit Bose

HAL Secures ₹1,800 Crore Dhruv-NG Order, Expands Civil Aviation Footprint with Russian Jet Partnership

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has marked a major milestone in India’s aerospace sector after receiving a ₹1,800 crore contract from Pawan Hans for the supply of 10 Dhruv-NG helicopters. The deal significantly strengthens India’s indigenous rotary-wing manufacturing capabilities and reinforces HAL’s leadership in helicopter production. The Dhruv-NG is the next-generation version of HAL’s successful Dhruv platform, designed with enhanced performance, safety, and operational flexibility. The helicopters are expected to serve a wide range of roles across civil, utility, and strategic operations, further expanding Pawan Hans’ mission capabilities. In…

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CM Yogi Meets Yamanashi Vice Governor, Emphasis on Green Hydrogen Collaboration

Arijit Bose
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CM Yogi Meets Yamanashi Vice Governor, Emphasis on Green Hydrogen Collaboration Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday held a courtesy meeting with a high-level delegation from Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, led by Vice Governor Junichi Ishidora, at his official residence in Lucknow. The meeting focused on strengthening the India–Japan strategic partnership, with particular emphasis on cooperation in green hydrogen, innovation, and sustainable industrial development. Welcoming the eight-member Japanese delegation, the Chief Minister said that relations between India and Japan go beyond diplomacy and are rooted in mutual trust, discipline, innovation,…

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State Cabinet Approves Permanent Rehabilitation of 99 Displaced Hindu Bengali Families

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a significant humanitarian decision, the Uttar Pradesh government has approved the permanent rehabilitation of 99 Hindu Bengali families displaced from erstwhile East Pakistan (now Bangladesh). The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, marking an important step toward ensuring a safe, dignified, and stable future for these long-displaced families. These families have been residing for several years on lake land in village Nangla Gosai of Mawana tehsil in Meerut district, an area classified as environmentally sensitive. Keeping environmental conservation in mind, the…

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Cabinet Approves ₹721.40 Crore Sewerage Project for Gorakhpur under AMRUT 2.0

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a major boost to urban infrastructure and sanitation, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Thursday approved a ₹721.40 crore sewerage project for Zone-A-3 in Gorakhpur under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0. The project aims to strengthen sewerage management in the Gorakhpur Municipal Corporation area and promote sustainable urban development. The approved project will directly benefit over 1.95 lakh residents across 17 municipal wards, ensuring scientific collection, treatment, and disposal of sewage. The decision is being seen as a significant step towards improving…

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SBI Life Insurance Reports New Business Premium of ₹31,326 Crore for Period Ended December 31, 2025

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: SBI Life Insurance, one of India’s leading life insurance companies, has reported a new business premium of ₹31,326 crore for the period ended December 31, 2025, registering a strong growth compared to ₹26,256 crore recorded during the corresponding period ended December 31, 2024. The company also recorded a 15 percent increase in regular premium over the same comparative period. The insurer’s protection new business premium witnessed robust growth of 22 percent, reaching ₹3,411 crore for the period ended December 31, 2025. Protection individual new business premium stood at ₹651…

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Sun Neo brings first-ever astrology and Vastu show Mohe Laagi Lagan by Bhawna Upadhyay

Arijit Bose

MP/UP, January 2026: Sun Neo is all set to launch a brand-new weekend original show Mohe Laagi Lagan featuring renowned astrologer Bhawna Upadhyay, starting this Saturday, 31st January at 8:30 AM. The show will air every weekend and aims to guide viewers through important aspects of life using astrology, vastu, grah dosh, and planetary influences. In this informative yet relatable show, Mohe Laagi Lagan, Bhawna Upadhyay will decode how planetary movements, vastu principles, and astrological remedies can impact everyday life. From understanding grah dosh to finding balance and positivity through…

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Project to Develop Civil Aviation Infrastructure at Leh Inaugurated

Arijit Bose

Leh, Ladakh | A major project aimed at strengthening civil aviation infrastructure at Air Force Station Leh was inaugurated on January 28, 2026, marking an important step toward improving air connectivity in the Union Territory of Ladakh. The project was inaugurated by Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, in the presence of Air Marshal JS Mann, Senior Air Staff Officer, Western Air Command. The inauguration represents a significant milestone in enhancing Ladakh’s civil aviation capabilities and reflects the strong spirit of cooperation between the civil administration and various agencies involved in…

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Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron Concludes Port Visit to Phuket, Thailand

Arijit Bose

Phuket, Thailand | The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) successfully concluded its port visit to Phuket Deep Sea Port, Thailand, marking another milestone in strengthening maritime cooperation between India and Thailand. The visit culminated with a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) conducted on January 28, 2026, in coordination with the Royal Thai Navy ship HTMS Huahin. The First Training Squadron comprised INS Tir, INS Sujata, INS Shardul, and ICGS Sarathi. During the harbour phase of the visit, a wide range of bilateral activities were undertaken between the Indian Navy and the Royal…

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World’s Largest Food Mega-Event ‘Gulfood 2026’ Begins in Dubai; India Participates as Partner Country for the First Time

Arijit Bose

Dubai: The world’s largest food and beverage trade exhibition, Gulfood 2026, has officially begun in Dubai, marking the 31st edition of the globally acclaimed mega-event. This year’s Gulfood is being hailed as the biggest food and beverage trade show ever, both in scale and participation. For the first time in its history, Gulfood is being held simultaneously at two major venues — the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and the Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai. With this expansion, the total exhibition area has grown to nearly 280,000 square…

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“Wearing the Doctor’s Scrub Feels Like Honouring My Parents’ Dream,” Says Srishti Singh

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Sony SAB is set to present its upcoming medical drama Hui Gumm Yaadein – Ek Doctor, Do Zindagiyaan, a heartfelt story centered on second chances, rediscovery, and emotional healing. The show traces the life-altering journey of Dr. Dev, portrayed by Iqbal Khan, whose world turns upside down after memory loss forces him to reconnect with his past, relationships, and the choices that defined him. A key presence in this narrative is Vaani, played by actor Srishti Singh. Vaani is portrayed as a strong, self-reliant woman shaped by life’s hardships—resilient,…

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