Category: India

Lucknow: The FICCI FLO Lucknow Chapter today organized an inspiring and transformative session titled “Secrets of Manifestation” at Hotel Centrum. During the event, renowned astrologer, motivational speaker, and lifestyle coach Dr. Jai Madaan shared her insights on the power of manifestation and the importance of positive thinking, stating that whatever a person focuses their attention on the most begins to emerge as reality in their life. Dr. Jai Madaan, who is also a popular Vastu expert, explained that manifestation is not merely the process of voicing desires, but rather the…

Lucknow: In a landmark move towards data-driven governance, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday formally launched the first phase of the Census 2027 exercise, introducing the state’s first-ever digital census system along with a citizen-led self-enumeration facility. The launch ceremony, held at the Chief Minister’s residence in Lucknow, marked the beginning of the house listing and housing census operations, under the theme “Our Census, Our Development.” Citizens Can Self-Enumerate for the First Time For the first time in Uttar Pradesh, citizens will be able to participate directly in…

Mumbai (Anil Bedag): The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has once again reinforced its leadership in the equity derivatives segment. The exchange’s performance is assessed on the basis of premium turnover, an industry-standard metric that reflects actual economic activity. In the first quarter of 2026, NSE demonstrated consistent and robust growth. Its index options market share increased from 66.7 percent in January to 72.1 percent in March, marking a significant rise of 540 basis points. This surge highlights the exchange’s strong underlying growth momentum. Despite trading being impacted by…

Mumbai (Anil Bedag): The evening at the prestigious Jamshed Bhabha Theatre, NCPA, Mumbai, felt truly special. It was not just about glamour, but about the glow of emotions—where every round of applause echoed gratitude as much as admiration. ‘Yashraj Bharti Samman 2026’ was dedicated to the unsung heroes who, away from the spotlight, are creating deep and lasting impact at the grassroots level. The platform brought forward individuals and institutions whose work stands as a living example of service, compassion, and responsibility. Following a rigorous selection process and recommendations by…

Jammu: In a significant move aimed at reshaping undergraduate management education in India, TalentSprint, an Accenture company, has partnered with Indian Institute of Management Jammu to launch a four-year industry-integrated eBBA (Honours) degree program. Announced on May 6, 2026, the program seeks to bridge the growing gap between traditional business education and the rapidly evolving demands of the digital economy. The initiative combines academic rigor with practical industry exposure, preparing students for careers shaped by artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud technologies and digital transformation. The new-age undergraduate degree will blend…

Lucknow: Rumi Darwaza and the surrounding heritage zone in Lucknow are set to get major traffic relief as the Lucknow Development Authority has announced plans to develop a large parking facility near the iconic monument. The proposed project aims to address persistent traffic congestion caused by illegal roadside parking in the busy Hussainabad area. During an inspection of the heritage zone on Wednesday, LDA Vice Chairman Prathamesh Kumar directed officials to expedite preparations for the project. He said nearly 9,000 square metres of land adjacent to Rumi Gate had been…

New Delhi/ Lucknow: India’s political landscape witnessed dramatic developments on Thursday as post-election tensions escalated sharply across several states. In West Bengal, the alleged murder of Chandranath Rath, close aide of senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, triggered a fresh political storm, with the BJP accusing ruling All India Trinamool Congress workers of orchestrating violence after the party’s massive electoral gains. Suvendu Adhikari vowed strict action against “political goons,” while Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee refused to resign despite mounting pressure. Meanwhile, government formation in Tamil Nadu remained uncertain as TVK chief…

Kolkata: The killing of Chandranath Rath, the personal assistant of senior BJP leader and Leader of Opposition in West Bengal, Suvendu Adhikari, has triggered a major political storm in the state following the BJP’s sweeping electoral victory. Rath, 41, was shot dead on Wednesday night in the Doharia area of Madhyamgram in North 24 Parganas district. According to reports, unidentified assailants riding motorcycles intercepted him and opened fire at close range before fleeing the spot. The incident has sent shockwaves through political circles in West Bengal. Reacting to the incident,…

Lucknow: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan speaking at an event in Lucknow has said India must significantly enhance its fruit exports by improving quality, processing capacity, storage infrastructure, and supply chain efficiency to increase farmers’ incomes and generate employment opportunities. Addressing the inaugural session of the two-day Fruit Horizon 2026 event in Lucknow, Chouhan said the initiative aims to strengthen fruit production and improve the overall quality of horticultural produce in the country. He stated that India is among the leading producers of fruits such as mangoes, grapes, bananas,…