New Delhi: Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the two-day National Rural Development Conference, emphasizing that villages are the soul and strength of India and that their prosperity is essential to achieving the vision of a developed nation. Organized by the Ministry of Rural Development, the conference aims to align rural development initiatives with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India). The first day of the event brought together senior officials, policy experts, and administrators from across the country,…
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KGMU’s Dr. Suryakant Appointed to National Technical Expert Group for COPD Guidelines
Lucknow: In a significant recognition of his contribution to respiratory medicine, Dr. Suryakant, Head of the Department of Respiratory Medicine at King George’s Medical University (KGMU), has been nominated as a member of the Technical Expert Group (TEG) constituted by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, for the development of National Guidelines on the Prevention and Management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). According to an official order issued by the Ministry’s Non-Communicable Diseases Division, the expert panel comprises senior specialists from leading medical institutions and…
Read MoreUttar Pradesh Officers Inducted into Indian Administrative Service; 29 PCS Officers Promoted to IAS
Lucknow/New Delhi: In a major administrative development, the Government of India has appointed 29 officers of the Uttar Pradesh State Civil Service (PCS) to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) against vacancies determined for the Select List of 2025. The appointments were made by the President of India under the provisions of the Indian Administrative Service (Recruitment) Rules, 1954, the IAS (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations, 1955, and the IAS (Probation) Rules, 1954. The officers will be allocated to the Uttar Pradesh cadre and will remain on probation until further orders. The…
Read MoreUttar Pradesh Becomes India’s No. 1 State in Meeting Peak Power Demand, Sets New National Record
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has achieved a landmark milestone in India’s power sector by becoming the state with the highest-ever electricity demand successfully met in the country. The state recorded and fulfilled a peak power demand of 32,348 megawatts (MW) at 10:47 p.m. on June 21, 2026, setting a new national benchmark in electricity supply and distribution. The achievement surpasses the previous record of 32,317 MW, set by the state of Maharashtra on May 13, 2026, placing Uttar Pradesh at the forefront of India’s energy sector. On the same day, the…
Read MoreUP Minister A.K. Sharma Reviews Power and Development Projects in Prayagraj
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Urban Development and Energy Minister A. K. Sharma conducted a comprehensive review of power supply, urban development, and infrastructure projects in Prayagraj during a high-level meeting held at the Circuit House Auditorium. Emphasizing public welfare, the minister directed officials to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply and complete all development projects within stipulated timelines, warning that negligence would not be tolerated. Addressing officials from the Energy Department, Urban Development Department, and Development Authority, Sharma stressed that the government remains committed to providing reliable and high-quality electricity services to residents.…
Read MoreRajnath Singh Reviews Long-Term Development Vision for State Capital Region
Lucknow: A strategic review meeting focusing on the long-term development roadmap of the State Capital Region (SCR) and urban infrastructure planning was held following discussions between senior representatives of Defence Minister and Lucknow MP Rajnath Singh and officials of the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA). According to an official release, representatives of Rajnath Singh, including MLC Mukesh Sharma and parliamentary representative Diwakar Tripathi, met with the Vice Chairman of the Lucknow Development Authority Prathamesh Kumar on June 29 to discuss the preparation of a comprehensive master plan for the State Capital…
Read MoreChief Minister Yogi Adityanath Unveils Statue of Pandit Radheshyam Kathavachak
Bareilly: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath unveiled the statue of renowned Hindi playwright, literary figure, and celebrated storyteller Pandit Radheshyam Kathavachak at the Pandit Radheshyam Kathavachak Memorial Building Auditorium in Bareilly. The event paid tribute to one of the most influential contributors to Hindi literature, Ramkatha traditions, and folk theatre. Beginning his address with the chant of “Siyavar Ramchandra Ki Jai,” the Chief Minister greeted dignitaries and members of the public present at the ceremony and paid homage to the literary and cultural legacy of Pandit Radheshyam Kathavachak. Speaking on…
Read MoreDistrict Health Committee Reviews Public Healthcare Delivery in Gonda; DM Issues Strict Directives to CHC Superintendents
Gonda: A comprehensive review of healthcare services and welfare schemes was conducted during the monthly meeting of the District Health Committee held under the chairpersonship of District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan at the Collectorate auditorium. The meeting focused on evaluating the implementation of various programmes being run under the National Health Mission (NHM) and assessing the overall performance of health institutions across the district. The District Magistrate reviewed key indicators through the UPHMIS Health Dashboard and examined progress related to maternal and child health, family welfare, community processes, non-communicable diseases, routine…
Read MoreAyodhya Donation Theft Case Sparks Questions on Trust, Transparency, and Temple Governance
Ayodhya: The alleged embezzlement of donations at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has emerged as one of the most significant controversies surrounding the Ram Mandir since its inauguration, triggering widespread debate over accountability, transparency, and the management of one of India’s most revered religious institutions. The case, which has led to the arrest of eight employees, the registration of a First Information Report (FIR), and the recovery of approximately ₹80 lakh in allegedly misappropriated funds, has generated intense political and public scrutiny. While investigators currently describe the matter…
Read MoreIIT Kanpur researchers solve the mystery of an atypical drug target receptor
Kanpur: Researchers at IIT Kanpur led by Professor Arun K. Shukla have uncovered the molecular basis underlying the atypical signalling behaviour of C5aR2, an immune receptor that has puzzled scientists for years. Using cryogenic-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), the team revealed why C5aR2 functions differently from its closely related counterpart, C5aR1, and developed a molecule that selectively targets it, advancing efforts to better understand immune signalling and drug design. Considered as the first line of defense against pathogenic infections, including deadly bacteria and viruses, it is the body’s complement system, which involves…
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