Category: India

Lucknow: A wide array of student-led innovations took centre stage at the final project evaluation programme organized by the Council of Science and Technology Uttar Pradesh (CSTUP), where engineering students presented cutting-edge solutions addressing social and environmental challenges. The event was held at Vigyan Bhawan, Nabiullah Road, in Lucknow. The initiative, launched in 2017, invites final-year B.Tech students from across the state to submit innovative, application-oriented projects. For the 2025–26 cycle, a total of 399 projects were received from various technical universities and institutions. Following expert evaluation, 60 projects were…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi said that cultural and literary events like Rashmirathi Parv play a vital role in strengthening the spirit of nationalism among the younger generation. He was addressing the closing ceremony of the three-day festival held at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Lucknow. The event was organized to mark the 52nd death anniversary of noted Hindi poet Ramdhari Singh Dinkar and the diamond jubilee year of his iconic work Rashmirathi. The three-day programme, which began on April 24, concluded with grand cultural performances and literary…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Monday directed officials to ensure time-bound and effective resolution of public grievances, emphasizing accountability at every level. The order came during a Janata Darshan programme held at his camp office at 7, Kalidas Marg in Lucknow. Hundreds of complainants from across the state attended the public hearing, presenting issues ranging from land disputes and encroachments to infrastructure and law-and-order concerns. “Every Problem Must Be Resolved”: Deputy CM Interacting directly with citizens, Maurya assured that “every possible effort will be made…

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Lucknow: In a major boost to agro-based industrial growth, the Uttar Pradesh government held a State-Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) meeting under the Food Processing Industry Policy–2023, approving 18 new investment proposals aimed at accelerating investment, employment, and exports in the sector. The meeting, chaired by Agricultural Production Commissioner Deepak Kumar, was held at the commissioner’s office in Lucknow. The initiative is being driven under the guidance of Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, with a focus on strengthening the food processing ecosystem and increasing farmers’ income. Policy Driving Investment and…

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Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has announced the reopening of registrations for 498 residential plots under its ambitious Anant Nagar Housing Scheme. The registration process will begin on April 28 and remain open until May 27, 2026, with applications to be submitted entirely online. The decision was approved by LDA Vice Chairman Prathamesh Kumar, who stated that the allotment of plots will be carried out through a transparent lottery system. Project Overview: A Modern Township on Mohan Road The Anant Nagar Scheme is being developed over 785 acres along…

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Bareilly: The Indian Veterinary Research Institute celebrated World Veterinary Day 2026 with a series of academic and public awareness programmes, highlighting the vital role of veterinarians in safeguarding both animal and human health. The theme for this year, “Veterinarians: Guardians of Food and Health,” underscored the importance of food safety, prevention of zoonotic diseases, and the “One Health” approach in protecting public health. The institute organised multiple competitions and outreach initiatives to engage students and the community. An extempore speech competition witnessed participation from 17 students. Krishna Jaiswal secured first…

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Bareilly: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya chaired a comprehensive review meeting with administrative and departmental officials at the Collectorate auditorium, stressing efficient governance, transparency, and timely grievance redressal. Addressing the officials, Maurya directed that every complaint brought by citizens must be resolved promptly, and if not, clear reasons should be communicated. He emphasized that as it is an important electoral year, special focus must be placed on ensuring the effective delivery of government schemes to the grassroots level. The Deputy CM reviewed pending sugarcane dues of farmers…

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Anil Bedag Mumbai: At a special event in Mumbai, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis unveiled Nitin Dhabu’s book ‘The Life Skill Called Sales: From Playground to Paycheck’, marking more than just a book launch—it signaled a shift in how society perceives sales. Held in the presence of Kamlesh Sutar, Editor-in-Chief of Zee 24 Taas, the event emphasized that sales is not merely a business technique, but an essential human skill relevant to every aspect of life. The launch by CM Fadnavis highlights the growing recognition of sales as a broader…

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Lucknow/Raichur: Raising strong concerns over the condition of contract labourers, R. Mansayya, National General Secretary of the Trade Union Centre of India (TUCI), demanded either regularisation of contract workers or implementation of “equal pay for equal work.” He was addressing a district-level contract workers’ conference organised by TUCI on April 24 at the Pandit Siddarama Jambaladinni Rangamandira in Raichur, where he inaugurated the event. Mansayya alleged that economic policies adopted by successive central and state governments have reduced labour into the “cheapest commodity,” even as prices of essential goods continue…

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