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Gonda: Hundreds of residents took a pledge to conserve groundwater and promote sustainable water use during a public awareness programme organised as part of Groundwater Week in Gonda district. The campaign was jointly organised by the Pani Sansthan and the Groundwater Department at Mujehna and Pandri Kripal development blocks, with the aim of encouraging community participation in water conservation and ensuring water security for future generations. During the programme, Rajeev Mishra of Pani Sansthan administered the groundwater conservation pledge to participants. He highlighted the alarming decline in groundwater levels and…

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Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, has stepped up preparations for its Convocation Ceremony 2026, with Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh chairing a high-level meeting of committee convenors to review the progress of arrangements for the event scheduled on August 4, 2026. The meeting was held at the Ministerial Staff Association Hall on the university campus and brought together heads of various committees responsible for organising the prestigious academic event. During the review, Prof. Singh directed each committee to present a status report on its assigned responsibilities and instructed…

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Bareilly: District Magistrate and District Election Officer Avinash Singh chaired a meeting with representatives of recognised political parties to discuss proposals received for the rationalisation of polling stations ahead of the special summary revision of electoral rolls for the Assembly constituencies. The meeting, held at the Collectorate auditorium, reviewed suggestions submitted by political parties in line with the directions of the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the Chief Electoral Officer, Uttar Pradesh regarding the reorganisation of polling stations to improve voter convenience. During the meeting, Additional District Magistrate (Finance…

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Bareilly: Three postgraduate students from SRMS Institute of Medical Sciences, Bareilly, brought laurels to the institution by winning prestigious medals at the second convocation ceremony of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU) held recently in Lucknow. The awardees, all from the 2022 postgraduate batch, secured top ranks in their respective specialisations. Dr. Nishtha Bhardwaj (MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology) received the Gold Medal, while Dr. Sakshi Bansal (MD Radiodiagnosis) and Dr. Pragya Maheshwari (MD Psychiatry) were each awarded Silver Medals for their outstanding academic performance. The medals were presented by Governor…

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Bahraich: Divisional Commissioner Durga Shakti Nagpal visited a gaushala and biogas unit in Adgodwa Gram Panchayat of Mihinpurwa development block on Tuesday, describing the initiative as an exemplary model of rural self-reliance and sustainable clean energy. During the inspection, Nagpal reviewed the functioning of the gaushala-based biogas plant and appreciated its role in converting cattle waste into a valuable source of domestic fuel for nearby households. She said the project demonstrates how gaushalas can serve not only as centres for cattle conservation but also as hubs for renewable energy generation…

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a Centralised Placement Portal to connect students, educational institutions, and industries on a single digital platform, marking a significant step towards improving employment opportunities for technical graduates and strengthening industry-academia collaboration. The portal was inaugurated on Tuesday by Technical Education Minister Ashish Patel at his office in the Vidhan Sabha complex. The initiative is part of the Yogi Adityanath government’s ongoing efforts to align technical education with industry requirements and streamline the placement process across the state. The new portal will enable industries…

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Lucknow: In a major push to strengthen technical education and improve employment opportunities for young people, the Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Department of Technical Education and Adani Skills and Education. The partnership aims to align technical education with industry requirements and transform polytechnic institutions into industry-ready talent hubs. The agreement was signed in the presence of Technical Education Minister Ashish Patel at his office in the Vidhan Sabha complex. The initiative is designed to equip students with industry-relevant skills and connect…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission Vice-Chairperson Aparna Yadav attended the inauguration ceremony of 75 redeveloped railway stations across the country, including Aishbagh Junction in Lucknow, under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Addressing the gathering, Yadav said the Indian Railways is undergoing a major transformation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with a strong emphasis on modern infrastructure, passenger convenience and safety. She said the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is not merely an infrastructure development initiative but also reflects an integrated approach that combines cultural heritage, cleanliness, accessibility…

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Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, organised a series of competitions on the theme “My Mother” as part of the celebrations for its 24th Convocation Ceremony, encouraging students to express their love, respect and gratitude towards their mothers through creative and literary activities. The competitions were held under the guidance of Uttar Pradesh Governor and Chancellor Anandiben Patel and Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh, following directives issued by Raj Bhavan, Lucknow. Students participated in painting, essay writing, speech and poetry competitions, presenting heartfelt tributes that reflected the values of…

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