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Lucknow: As the elected representative of Lucknow North, Neeraj Bora has focused on delivering tangible development across infrastructure, healthcare, education, and urban planning. Since assuming office in 2017 and securing re-election in 2022, his tenure has been defined by consistent on-ground work and a long-term vision for a modern, well-connected constituency. Infrastructure development has been at the core of his agenda. Over the years, more than a thousand roads in Lucknow North have been constructed or upgraded, significantly improving mobility and connectivity within residential and commercial areas. To address power-related…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is witnessing a notable administrative transformation under the leadership of Yogi Adityanath, as women officers increasingly take charge of key district-level roles. Following a major reshuffle involving 86 IAS officers, 13 out of the state’s 75 districts are now headed by women District Magistrates (DMs). This rise in representation is not merely symbolic—it reflects a conscious push toward gender-balanced governance, efficiency, and people-centric administration. At the forefront is Medha Roopam, the District Magistrate of Noida. A 2014-batch IAS officer, she became the first woman DM of Noida…

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Lucknow: In a strongly worded press conference held on Friday, the ruling dispensation defended its commitment to women’s empowerment and accused opposition parties of obstructing key legislative efforts aimed at ensuring greater representation for women in governance. Referring to the recent developments in Parliament, leaders stated that parties such as Congress, Samajwadi Party, TMC, and DMK had opposed crucial bills on April 16 and 17, alleging that their actions reflected an “anti-women mindset” and a betrayal of nearly half the country’s population. The remarks underscored the political divide over women-centric…

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Lucknow: In a significant relief to farmers affected by unseasonal rains, the government has announced that even damaged wheat will be procured at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) without any deduction. The decision is expected to benefit thousands of cultivators across Uttar Pradesh, where adverse weather conditions have impacted crop quality during the ongoing rabi marketing season 2026–27. The move comes following directives from the Government of India and a request from the state administration to safeguard farmers’ incomes. With widespread reports of discoloured and shrivelled grains due to untimely…

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Bareilly: A high-level meeting was held at the Police Lines auditorium to review arrangements for the upcoming Urs-e-Tajushsharia, scheduled on April 24 and 25 in the district. The meeting was jointly chaired by Additional Director General of Police Ramit Sharma, Divisional Commissioner Bhupendra S. Chaudhary, Deputy Inspector General Ajay Kumar Sahni, District Magistrate Avinash Singh, and Senior Superintendent of Police Anurag Arya. At the outset, officials reviewed the progress on shortcomings and requirements identified during the previous meeting held on April 9. Departments presented updates on their preparedness for ensuring…

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Bareilly: A review meeting of the Special Communicable Disease Control Campaign and Dastak Abhiyan was held at the Collectorate auditorium under the chairmanship of Additional District Magistrate (Administration) Poornima Singh. During the meeting, the ADM directed all Medical Officers In-Charge (MOICs) to ensure adequate arrangements in hospitals to tackle the ongoing heatwave, so that patients do not face inconvenience. She emphasized that cases of vector-borne diseases such as Dengue and Malaria are on the rise and are being closely monitored by the World Health Organization, making it essential to avoid…

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Bareilly: Shri Ram Murti Smarak College of Engineering and Technology is set to host its national-level annual technical festival “Techvyom-2026” on April 23, 2026. The event, themed “Techverse: A Universe of Modern Innovations,” promises to be a dynamic platform for students, innovators, and technology enthusiasts from across the region. The fest is being organized by the Tyro Club, offering participants a chance to win prizes worth up to ₹50,000. Sharing details, Principal Dr. Prabhakar Gupta stated that the event aims to provide an engaging and memorable experience while showcasing cutting-edge…

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Bareilly: The Department of Education at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University organized a seminar and interactive session on the occasion of Somnath Swabhiman Parv, under the guidance and inspiration of Vice-Chancellor Prof. K. P. Singh. The programme emerged as a confluence of cultural pride, spiritual awareness, and academic engagement. The session was conducted by M.Ed. student Jayati Shukla. At the outset, Nodal Officer Dr. Prem Pal Singh addressed the gathering, highlighting the historical and cultural significance of the Somnath Temple. He emphasized that the observance of this पर्व reconnects society…

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Bareilly: In a remarkable sporting achievement, two real brothers from Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University secured top honours at the All India Inter-University Ju-Jitsu Championship being held at LNCT University. Under the guidance of Vice-Chancellor Prof. K. P. Singh and the efforts of Sports Secretary S. S. Bedi, the university fielded its Ju-Jitsu team for the first time in the national-level competition, scheduled from April 20 to 24 in Bhopal. Delivering an outstanding performance, Dikshant clinched the gold medal in the 62 kg weight category in the Newaza style, showcasing…

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Bareilly: The second edition of the Shri Ram Murti Memorial Inter-School Football Tournament commenced with great enthusiasm at SRMS College of Engineering and Technology. The inaugural ceremony witnessed the presence of prominent sports and institutional figures, who extended their best wishes to participating teams. Among the chief guests were Amarjeet Singh Bakhshi, President of the Bareilly District Football Association, Secretary Moon Robinson, international football player and coach Naseem Akhtar, and Aditya Murti. They congratulated the players and encouraged them to perform with dedication and sportsmanship. In the opening match, DPS…

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