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ASI Detects Leak in Main Dome of Taj Mahal, Six-Month Restoration Work Begins

Arijit Bose

Agra — In a significant development, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has discovered a water seepage in the iconic Taj Mahal’s main dome, using advanced thermal scanning techniques. The leak, detected at a height of 73 meters, has raised concerns about the long-term structural integrity of the world-renowned monument. Currently, the main dome is covered in scaffolding as ASI begins a detailed examination, expected to take 15 days. Following the assessment, restoration work will commence and is projected to take around six months to complete, according to officials. Prince Vajpayee,…

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25th Central Zonal Council Meeting: A Step Toward Cooperative Federalism

Arijit Bose

Varanasi: The 25th meeting of the Central Zonal Council was held in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This high-level gathering, attended by Chief Ministers of Uttar Pradesh (Yogi Adityanath), Madhya Pradesh (Mohan Yadav), Chhattisgarh (Vishnu Deo Sai), and Uttarakhand (Pushkar Singh Dhami), along with senior officials, marked a significant step in fostering cooperative federalism and addressing critical regional issues. The meeting, organized by the Inter-State Council Secretariat under the Ministry of Home Affairs in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh government, underscored the importance…

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Illegal Arms Factory Busted Near Lucknow Police Station, 300 Weapons and 50,000 Cartridges Seized

Arijit Bose

 Lucknow : In a major breakthrough just a day before Muharram, police in Lucknow uncovered a massive illegal arms manufacturing operation running merely 100 meters from the Malihabad police station. The factory, astonishingly hidden within the home of a 72-year-old local hakeem, Salahuddin alias Lala, yielded a haul of 300 firearms and nearly 50,000 live cartridges during a dramatic late-evening raid on Thursday. Acting on credible intelligence, a joint police team from Malihabad, Rahimabad, and Mal police stations launched a coordinated raid on Salahuddin’s residence. To their shock, the officers…

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CM Yogi Adityanath Launches ‘Youth Adda’ and ‘CM Yuva’ App to Empower Uttar Pradesh’s Youth

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — In a major step to boost entrepreneurship and employment among youth, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday launched ‘Youth Adda’, a dedicated space for youth interaction and innovation, and unveiled the ‘CM Yuva’ mobile app during a state-level event held on International MSME Day. The initiatives aim to provide young individuals with the tools and resources needed to become self-reliant, while also strengthening the state’s micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) ecosystem. A Boost to Youth-Led Entrepreneurship Speaking at the launch event, CM Yogi congratulated the 2…

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CM Yogi Reviews Festive Preparedness via Video Conference; Stresses on Law & Order, Harmony, and Public Convenience

Arijit Bose
Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath conducted a high-level video conference  from his official residence, reviewing preparedness across the state for the upcoming festive season. The meeting included all police commissioners, divisional commissioners, district magistrates, and senior police officials. The CM emphasized that upcoming festivals such as Kanwar Yatra, Shravan Shivratri, Nag Panchami, Raksha Bandhan, Rath Yatra, and Muharram must be celebrated with faith, safety, and social harmony. The CM particularly highlighted the sensitivity of the period between June 27 and August 9, urging tight coordination between all…

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Akhilesh Yadav Slams BJP Government Over Women’s Safety, Law and Order, and Economic Crisis

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — Samajwadi Party National President and former Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Uttar Pradesh government, accusing it of complete failure on women’s safety, law and order, inflation, and public welfare. Speaking at a press conference held after a meeting of the Samajwadi Mahila Sabha at the party’s state headquarters in Lucknow’s Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Auditorium, Yadav said that under the BJP regime, women in Uttar Pradesh are not safe and crimes against women have reached alarming levels. He alleged that the government’s…

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National PG College, Lucknow Celebrates International Yoga Day with Enthusiastic Participation

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: National PG College, Lucknow, celebrated International Yoga Day under the leadership of Principal Professor Devendra Kumar Singh. The event was organized by the Department of Physical Education in collaboration with the National Service Scheme (NSS) and the Rover Ranger units of the college. This year’s Yoga Day was observed with the global theme “One Earth, One Health”, emphasizing the interconnectedness of planetary and individual well-being. The yoga session was conducted by trained instructor Shri Ved Prakash from Prayag Arogya Kendra, who guided participants through various yoga postures and techniques…

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Lalit Kala Akademi Regional Centre, Lucknow Celebrates International Yoga Day with Yoga Session and Live Painting Demonstration

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: On the occasion of International Yoga Day, June 21, 2025, the Lalit Kala Akademi Regional Centre in Lucknow organized a special yoga session at 8:00 a.m. in the premises of the Centre. The session was led by renowned yoga instructor Dr. Anil Prakash, who conducted yoga exercises in the gallery of the Centre, promoting holistic well-being among the participants. In a unique blend of art and wellness, a live painting demonstration was also held alongside the yoga session. The demonstration, conducted by artist Amit Kumar, visually explored the harmony…

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Global Spiritual Guide of Heartfulness, Daaji, to Visit Lucknow on Sunday

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The capital city of Uttar Pradesh will witness the arrival of Kamlesh D. Patel, lovingly known as Daaji, the Global Spiritual Guide of Heartfulness Meditation and President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission, on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Heartfulness is a global organization that provides free meditation services in more than 160 countries, committed to the service of humanity through spiritual practices. Daaji is the fourth in the spiritual lineage of Heartfulness masters and was honoured with the Padma Bhushan in 2023 by the Government of India for his distinguished…

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‘International Yoga Festival 2025’ Concludes Grandly: A Celebration of Women Empowerment Through Yoga

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : The two-day International Yoga Festival 2025, organised by Central Sanskrit University, Lucknow Campus, concluded with grandeur on June 21, 2025, marking the 11th International Yoga Day. Themed “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, the festival witnessed a rich confluence of culture, tradition, and holistic health, bringing together participants from across India. The closing ceremony began at 6:30 AM with Vedic chants, lighting of the ceremonial lamp, and a mass yoga session adhering to the official health-oriented yoga protocol. This was followed by vibrant cultural performances and an enthusiastic…

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