Category: India

Lucknow | In a major step toward improving maternal and child health, the Health Department has launched a unique initiative titled ‘Matruchhaya’, in collaboration with PSI India and the SBI Foundation. The program was officially inaugurated on Monday by Dr. Dinesh Kumar, Director General, Family Welfare, during a ceremony held at a city hotel. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Kumar said that as part of the pilot phase, one Community Health Center (CHC) each from Bahraich, Balrampur, and Hardoi districts has been selected. These centers will see upgraded delivery rooms…

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Lucknow | The state investment promotion agency, Invest UP, hosted a roundtable consultation at its Lucknow office under the chairmanship of Additional CEO Shashank Choudhary. The session brought together representatives of CREDAI, leading real estate developers, and commercial space providers to deliberate on positioning Uttar Pradesh as a premier destination for Global Capability Centers (GCCs). Discussions highlighted the state’s skilled workforce, affordable infrastructure, superior connectivity, and the advantages of the recently implemented GCC Policy 2024, regarded as one of the most attractive incentive frameworks in India. With over 200,000 technical…

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Lucknow: In a step towards holistic healthcare, “We Care Physio & Acupuncture Center” was inaugurated on Tuesday at LDA Colony, Kanpur Road, Lucknow. The center, which aims to provide a blend of modern physiotherapy techniques and traditional acupuncture, was inaugurated by social worker Namrata Pathak. The event saw the presence of several distinguished guests, including Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Brajesh Pathak as the chief guest. Among the attendees were Dr. Harshvardhan, Medical Superintendent (SGPGI); Dr. K.K. Singh, Surgeon and PRO (KGMU); Dr. Lokendra Gupta, Head of Emergency Medicine…

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MUMBAI — A recent Supreme Court order to transfer all stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelters within eight weeks has sparked a nationwide debate, with Bollywood celebrities divided on the issue. Actor Manoj Bajpayee has offered a balanced perspective, stating that while animals deserve love and compassion, humans also have a right to feel safe. In an Instagram story, Bajpayee wrote, “These animals didn’t choose the streets. They deserve our love and compassion. But at the same time, people have a right to feel safe. We should decide their fate…

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NEW DELHI | A new controversy has erupted in Indian politics, with opposition leaders, particularly Congress’s Rahul Gandhi and Rashtriya Janata Dal’s (RJD) Tejashwi Yadav, making serious allegations against the Election Commission of India (ECI). Rahul Gandhi held a press conference, accusing the ECI of “vote theft” and electoral list fraud. He claimed the ECI’s true face has been revealed to the public. These accusations arose from a rally in Sasaram, Bihar, where opposition leaders alleged a nexus between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the ECI. Immediately following the…

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NEW DELHI | The Indian bullion market continues to be volatile, with gold prices dropping on Tuesday after a period of stability. Conversely, silver prices saw a minor increase. Gold became more affordable, with prices for 10 grams falling by Rs 400 to Rs 430. The price of silver, however, rose by Rs 100 per kilogram. On Tuesday, 24-carat gold was trading between Rs 1,00,750 and Rs 1,00,900 per 10 grams across most bullion markets. Similarly, 22-carat gold was priced at around Rs 92,350 to Rs 92,500 per 10 grams.…

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LUCKNOW — Students from Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Lucknow, performed a series of devotional songs (bhajans) today at the Sri Ram Ayush Kendra in Bakshi Ka Talab. The cultural program was inaugurated with a lamp-lighting ceremony by the Kendra’s Managing Director, Major V.K. Khare, Joint Managing Director Dr. A.P. Shukla, Director of Administration Shri Puneet Khare, and Technical Head Shri Shiv Ram Singh. Major Khare briefed the audience on the organization’s ongoing social service activities. The students captivated the audience with several bhajans dedicated to Lord Krishna and Lord Ram. The…

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LUCKNOW — ISKCON, Lucknow celebrated Nand Utsav and the 129th Vyasa Puja of its founder, Srila Prabhupada, with great fervor on Sunday, August 17, 2025. The festivities took place at the Sri Sri Radha Raman Bihari Temple and were led by Temple President, Shri Aparimeya Shyam Prabhu. The day’s events were as follows: Guru Puja: 7:30 a.m. Vaishnav Bhajan Kirtan: 9:30 a.m. Srila Prabhupada Abhisheka: 10:30 a.m. Tributes: 11:00 a.m. Pushpanjali (Floral Offering): 12:30 p.m. Grand Bhandara (Feast): 2:00 p.m. until the end of the program. At the conclusion of…

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LUCKNOW: Officials from the Uttar Pradesh Adarsh Vyapar Mandal expressed hope for a positive outcome on the GST front, following discussions on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent statements and signals regarding GST reform. During a meeting at the organization’s state office, State President Sanjay Gupta said that ever since the GST was implemented, the country has hoped for a single-rate system. He noted that the multiple GST slabs have created confusion for both citizens and traders. Gupta stated that if the GST Council approves a new proposed GST system with…

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SBI extends major support for advanced pediatric cardiac care Lucknow: In a significant step toward strengthening advanced healthcare facilities in Uttar Pradesh, Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Lucknow, received a financial boost on Monday. During a ceremony held at the CM’s residence under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the State Bank of India (SBI) presented a cheque of ₹10 crore for the development of a state-of-the-art Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in the CVTS department of SGPGI. The event was graced by Deputy CM…

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