Category: India

Bareilly: A two-day Pediatric and Neonatal Update Workshop titled “Decoding Childhood: From Molecule to Wellness” was organized by Shri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences at Alaknanda Resort in Bareilly from March 7–8, 2026. The workshop brought together leading pediatric specialists from across the country to discuss advancements in genetics, pediatrics, and neonatology. Speaking at the inaugural session, Dev Murti highlighted that India still lags behind many countries in pediatric treatment due to inadequate newborn screening and lack of awareness. He stressed that while government initiatives are crucial in…

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Bareilly: District Magistrate Avinash Singh chaired a review meeting  to assess the progress of complaints received through the Integrated Grievance Redressal System (IGRS) and other non-IGRS channels in Bareilly. The meeting was held at the auditorium of Vikas Bhawan Bareilly where the District Magistrate reviewed pending references received from the state government and directed all concerned officials to submit pending reports within three days. During the meeting, unresolved complaints received during the weekly Janata Darshan public hearing programme were also reviewed. Officials were instructed to speed up the disposal of…

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Bareilly: District Magistrate Avinash Singh conducted an inspection of the under-construction Ramayan Vatika in Ramganga Nagar on Tuesday to review the progress of development works. The inspection was carried out in the presence of Municipal Commissioner Sanjeev Kumar Maurya and Vice-Chairman of Bareilly Development Authority Manikandan A K. During the visit, the District Magistrate reviewed the progress of construction, beautification work, cleanliness arrangements and security measures at the site. He directed the concerned departments to complete all remaining works within the stipulated timeframe and give the project its final finishing…

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Bareilly: A meeting of bank officials was held in Bareilly to ensure the smooth and effective conduct of the upcoming National Lok Adalat scheduled for March 14. The meeting was organised under the guidance of District Judge Pradeep Kumar Singh II, who also serves as the Chairman of the District Legal Services Authority Bareilly. The meeting took place at the ADR Centre auditorium and was chaired by Additional District Judge and Nodal Officer for the National Lok Adalat, Uma Shankar Kahar. During the session, bank officials were instructed to make…

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Rae Bareli: On March 9, 2026, Shri Rajan Srivastava formally assumed charge as the first full-time Registrar of Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT). His appointment, for a tenure of five years, was approved by the Board of Governors of RGIPT. Prior to this role, Shri Srivastava was serving as Joint Registrar at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) BHU. He brings with him over 30 years of extensive experience in administrative and academic functions of higher educational institutions. While assuming charge as the first full-time Registrar of RGIPT,…

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Bareilly: The Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University has invited entrepreneurs to collaborate on the commercialization of value-added products made from oyster mushrooms as part of its initiative to promote self-employment and agri-based entrepreneurship. The initiative was organised by the university’s Department of Plant Science in Bareilly. Mushroom expert Vijay Kumar Singhal said the programme is being carried out under the guidance of Vice-Chancellor K P Singh to create livelihood opportunities and encourage innovative food processing ventures. During a meeting with entrepreneurs from different sectors, discussions were held on the commercial…

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Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University has achieved a significant milestone on the global academic stage by securing a strong position in the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities 2026, released by the Cybermetrics Lab. According to the latest ranking, the university has secured 262nd position in India and 1650th rank in Asia, reflecting its growing academic presence and digital outreach. The Webometrics ranking evaluates universities worldwide based on parameters such as digital visibility, quality of academic content, impact of research publications, and accessibility of knowledge resources on the web. The…

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New Delhi: A national media conclave was organised in New Delhi to raise awareness about glaucoma, one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness globally, during World Glaucoma Week. The event, titled #DefeatGlaucoma, was hosted by global biopharmaceutical company AbbVie at the India Habitat Centre. The conclave brought together leading ophthalmologists and glaucoma specialists to discuss the importance of early detection, regular eye screening and timely treatment to prevent vision loss caused by the disease. Experts highlighted that glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it progresses…

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Lucknow: In a major push towards modernizing early childhood education, the Uttar Pradesh government has installed smart televisions in more than 16,000 Anganwadi centres across the state. The initiative aims to introduce digital learning tools into the early education system and create a more engaging and interactive environment for young children. The move is part of the state government’s broader effort to upgrade Anganwadi centres into modern, play-school-like learning spaces. Each smart TV installation has cost approximately ₹25,000, and the project is being implemented under the leadership of Chief Minister…

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