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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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Gonda: The Maa Pateshwari Shakti Samvad initiative, launched to provide swift and effective redressal of women’s grievances, is steadily emerging as a powerful platform for justice, support, and empowerment. During the latest session held at the Divisional Commissioner’s Office, authorities heard a wide range of complaints from women and directed officials to ensure their timely resolution. A total of 30 women presented their grievances before the administration during the Shakti Samvad programme conducted on Monday. The hearing was organized under the guidance of Divisional Commissioner Durga Shakti Nagpal, while the…

Lucknow/Gonda: In a significant organizational development, Raghavendra Tiwari, District President of Gonda and a prominent advocate for sanitation workers’ rights, has been appointed as the State In-Charge of the Uttar Pradesh Panchayati Raj Rural Sanitation Workers’ Union. The appointment was announced during the union’s provincial meeting held at the Chaudhary Charan Singh Auditorium in Lucknow. During the meeting, the newly elected state committee expanded the organization and assigned key responsibilities to strengthen its statewide presence. The proposal to appoint Raghavendra Tiwari as State In-Charge was put forward by State General…