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Balrampur: The Uttar Pradesh government’s Chief Minister Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan is emerging as an important source of self-employment and economic empowerment for educated and skilled youth in Balrampur district. Interest among young people in setting up their own micro-enterprises is growing, supported by interest-free and collateral-free financial assistance under the scheme. The state government aims to strengthen the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) ecosystem and create 10 lakh new micro-entrepreneurs over the next 10 years. The initiative focuses particularly on providing trained youth in rural and semi-urban areas…

Greater Noida: Uttar Pradesh is positioning itself as a major destination for semiconductor manufacturing and electronics industries, with the state government stepping up efforts to attract investment from South Korean companies. A roundtable meeting held in Greater Noida focused on investment opportunities, industrial infrastructure, state policies and the proposed Korea City project. Discussions covered potential investments in semiconductors, specialty chemicals, electronic materials, automobile components and advanced manufacturing. A business delegation from the Korea World Class Enterprise Association (KWCEA), representing more than 400 South Korean companies, visited Uttar Pradesh from October…

Lucknow: The Regional Food Research and Analysis Centre (RFRAC), Lucknow, organised a one-day sensitisation and training programme on ‘Agricultural Export Quality Standards and Compliance’ on November 6, 2026, in collaboration with the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). The programme was chaired by B.L. Meena (IAS), Additional Chief Secretary, Horticulture and Food Processing Department, Uttar Pradesh, and Chairman of the Revenue Board. Dr C.B. Singh, Deputy General Manager of APEDA, delivered the keynote address. Exporters from various districts of Uttar Pradesh, industry stakeholders and senior officials from…

Ayodhya: The spirit of the Ramayana came alive on Ayodhya’s Rampath during the 10th Deepotsav celebrations, as a grand procession featuring 21 elaborate tableaux moved through the city amid drumbeats, traditional folk dances and chants of ‘Jai Shri Ram’. The procession presented scenes from the Ramayana, with artists portraying Lord Ram, Lakshman, Mata Sita and Lord Hanuman. Performers from different states added colour to the celebrations through traditional dances, musical performances and cultural displays. Women artists carrying drums on their shoulders, the rhythmic beats of nagadas and tashas, and energetic…

Ayodhya: Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on Saturday described Lord Ram as the soul of India and the foundation of its national consciousness, saying that his life teaches society to place duty above power, responsibility above rights and character above material grandeur. Addressing the Deepotsav-2026 celebrations in Ayodhya, the Governor said the vision of Ram Rajya could be realised only when the poor receive dignity, the underprivileged get opportunities, women feel safe, young people find employment and every citizen has access to justice. She said the primary objective of governance…

Gonda: In a festive initiative ahead of Diwali, 250 malnourished mothers and children in Gonda received nutritional support under the ‘Parampara Se Poshan’ campaign on Friday. With the distribution programme held at the District Panchayat auditorium at 12.30 pm, Gonda became the first district in the Devipatan division to implement the initiative. Conceptualised by Divisional Commissioner Durga Shakti Nagpal, the campaign aims to address malnutrition among women and children across Gonda, Bahraich, Balrampur and Shravasti. Similar distribution programmes will be organised in the remaining three districts. According to the initiative,…

Ayodhya: Amid the dazzling celebrations of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026, a heartwarming initiative is ensuring that physical limitations do not come in the way of faith. Wheelchair assistance for elderly and differently-abled devotees is making visits to the Ram Temple, Hanumangarhi and other prominent shrines easier and more accessible. For many devotees who find it difficult to walk long distances, the facility has become a valuable support, enabling them to participate in the festivities, attend religious ceremonies and seek blessings from Ram Lalla. Deshraj, a resident of Bahraich, is among those…

Over 28 lakh women emerge as ‘Lakhpati Didis’ across UP; Amethi’s Neetu earns ₹30,000–40,000 monthly through self-help group initiative Lucknow: Women in rural Uttar Pradesh are scripting a new story of economic independence and social transformation through the State Rural Livelihood Mission. Moving beyond traditional household responsibilities, they are increasingly emerging as entrepreneurs, income earners and key contributors to their families’ financial stability. The state has connected more than 1.25 crore rural households with over 10.5 lakh self-help groups (SHGs), helping more than 28 lakh women achieve ‘Lakhpati Didi’ status.…