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Mayawati’s Mission 2027: BSP Bets on Social Engineering and Booth-Level Strategy for Comeback

Arijit Bose

Lucknow/New Delhi: With early political stirrings around the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Mayawati has quietly set in motion a calculated strategy to revive the electoral fortunes of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP). As rivals intensify their campaigns, the BSP chief is focusing on a blend of traditional social coalitions and modern, data-driven election management to position her party as a decisive force once again. While Akhilesh Yadav has already sounded the bugle for “Mission 2027” with his PDA plank and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is aiming for…

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Major Bureaucratic Reshuffle in Uttar Pradesh: 24 IAS Officers Transferred, Multiple District Collectors Changed

Arijit Bose

Lucknow |  The Uttar Pradesh government has carried out a major administrative reshuffle, transferring 24 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers and changing District Magistrates (DMs) in several key districts, including Ayodhya, Barabanki, Ghazipur, Ambedkar Nagar, Etah, Hapur, Aligarh, Banda, Farrukhabad, and Sonbhadra. This large-scale reshuffle comes a day after an earlier round in which around 40 IAS officers were transferred, affecting districts such as Unnao, Sultanpur, Shamli, Amroha, Hamirpur, Mainpuri, Auraiya, Saharanpur, Agra, Bulandshahr, Lakhimpur Kheri, Fatehpur, Jhansi, Shravasti, and Rae Bareli. Key district-level changes Several important district postings have…

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Mission Shakti 5.0 Awareness Drive Held in Banthra, Women and Students Educated on Safety and Legal Rights

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: As part of the ongoing Mission Shakti 5.0 campaign, the Uttar Pradesh Police conducted a comprehensive awareness programme in Banthra, aiming to promote women’s safety, empowerment, and legal awareness at the grassroots level. The initiative was carried out by the team from Banthra Police Station in Haroni Gram Panchayat and at Vishwanath Academy in Banthra, where women, students, and teachers participated in large numbers. Focus on Awareness and Empowerment The programme emphasized the core message of Mission Shakti 5.0: “Awareness is protection, safety at every moment, empowerment for every…

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Youth Development Seminar on Life Balance and Inner Peace Held at Rohilkhand University

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: A motivational youth development seminar on the theme “Life on Two Wheels: Balancing Modern Life and Inner Peace” was organised at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University under the joint aegis of Ethicraft, New Delhi, and the university. The event aimed to guide students on achieving a balanced lifestyle amid modern challenges. The seminar was conducted under the leadership of Dean Student Welfare Prof. P.B. Singh and Cultural Coordinator Dr. Jyoti Pandey, with Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh presiding over the programme. The event began with the traditional lighting of the…

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From Arunachal to the Spotlight: Celine Tengam Koyu’s Inspiring Ascent

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Riding a wave of audience appreciation for her performance in Aspirants Season 3, Celine Tengam Koyu is taking it all in with a mix of gratitude and quiet confidence. For the young actor, the journey into acting was never mapped out—it evolved organically, shaped by curiosity, courage and a willingness to step into the unknown. Looking back at her early days, Celine recalls how daunting her debut felt. “Season 2 was completely new for me. It was my first time acting on screen, and that too for a big…

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Lucknow Terror Plot Busted: Cross-Border AQIS Handler Linked to ‘Launchpad’ Conspiracy, NIA Court Awards Life Terms

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a major breakthrough, security agencies have uncovered a sophisticated terror module in Lucknow, allegedly linked to cross-border operatives and aimed at turning the city into a strategic “launchpad” for extremist activities. Investigations by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) revealed that the conspiracy was orchestrated by an alleged handler, Umar Helmandi, operating from the Pakistan-Afghanistan border and associated with Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent. The handler is accused of directing recruitment, radicalisation, and operational planning within India through digital platforms. Life Sentences for Key Operatives In a significant judicial…

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Diploma Examinations Begin at Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya in Smooth and Disciplined Manner

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Annual diploma examinations at Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya commenced on April 15, 2026, for various courses under the departments of vocal music, instrumental music, and dance. The examinations are being conducted in the first shift within the university campus and will continue until April 18 in a well-organised and peaceful environment. Students from different faculties are participating in the examinations with enthusiasm. The university administration has ensured all necessary arrangements to maintain discipline, transparency, and fairness at the examination centres. Proper seating plans, structured timetables, vigilant supervision, and streamlined logistics…

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Meerut District Cricket Association Clinch SRMS T-20 Tournament Season 6 Title

Arijit Bose

Bareilly | Meerut District Cricket Association emerged champions of the Shri Ram Murti Memorial T-20 Prize Money Cricket Tournament Season 6 after defeating IK Next Generation by six wickets in a thrilling final played on Sunday night. Chasing a target of 155 runs set by IK Next Generation, MDCA comfortably reached the total in just 15.4 overs, losing only four wickets to seal the title in style. Rituraj Sharma Shines in Final and Tournament The star of the final was Rituraj Sharma, who delivered a match-winning performance with a blistering 61…

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IIM Lucknow Study Finds Link Between Carbon-Intensive Lending and Declining Bank Efficiency 

Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW: Researchers at Indian Institute of Management Lucknow have conducted a study providing insights into how banks’ lending patterns toward carbon-intensive sectors shape their long-term financial health and operational efficiency. Published in the prestigious Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions & Money, the findings of this research highlight that sustainability and financial performance are interconnected, and it is essential to align financial strategies with the global transition to a low-carbon economy. While banks do not emit carbon directly, they indirectly play a role by financing high-carbon industries such as fossil fuels and heavy manufacturing. The…

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Transformation of KGBVs under Yogi Government, unprecedented expansion of facilities

Arijit Bose

The Yogi govt is ensuring comprehensive and concrete reforms in Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) The process of filling vacant posts has been accelerated, along with progress in expanding infrastructure and daily facilities for students Rapid expansion of basic facilities such as academic hostels, additional dormitories, computer labs, and toilet blocks Facilities like roti-making machines, solar geysers, gensets, and washing machines are making life easier for girls Lucknow: The Yogi government has ensured extensive and concrete reforms in Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV). Recent data indicates that while the process…

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