Lucknow: A new law college dedicated to the memory of veteran freedom fighter and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Chandra Bhanu Gupta has been inaugurated in Lucknow as part of the centenary commemorations of the historic Kakori Train Action of August 9, 1925. According to a press release issued by the Bharat Seva Sansthan, the institution’s Administrative Council unanimously resolved to establish Chandra Bhanu Gupta Law College under the leadership of its President, Dr. Ashok Bajpai, to pay tribute to Gupta’s contribution to India’s freedom movement. The initiative commemorates his…
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Lulu Mall Lucknow Plants 10,000 Saplings to Support Uttar Pradesh’s Mega Tree Plantation Drive
Lucknow: Lulu Mall Lucknow joined the Uttar Pradesh Government’s ‘Vriksharopan Mahabhiyan 2026’ by planting 10,000 saplings, reaffirming its commitment to environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility. The initiative contributes to the state’s ambitious target of planting 350 million trees as part of one of India’s largest afforestation campaigns. The plantation drive was led by Jayakumar Gangadharan, Director of Lulu Mall Lucknow, who, along with the mall’s management team, actively participated in the campaign to promote a greener and more sustainable Uttar Pradesh. The initiative was coordinated by Sebatain Hussain, Public…
Read MoreIsabella Thoburn College, Lucknow Organises Massive Plantation Drive Under Statewide Tree Plantation Campaign
Lucknow: Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow actively participated in the One-Day Mega Tree Plantation drive as part of the Uttar Pradesh Government’s massive state-wide initiative, aiming to plant 35 crore (350 million) saplings in a single day. This year, the theme of the plantation campaign was ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ (A Tree in Mother’s Name), an initiative that extends the idea of maternal reverence to Mother Earth herself. The programme was organised under the guidance of the President, Dr. (Mrs.) E.S. Charles, and the Officiating Principal Dr. Major Neerja Masih,who…
Read MoreFame India Names Sanjay Raut as India’s ‘Most Courageous MP’
Lucknow: National magazine Fame India, known for conducting independent surveys on social issues, public personalities, and governance, has named Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut as the “Most Courageous Member of Parliament” in the country. According to the magazine, the recognition highlights Raut’s outspoken parliamentary interventions, consistent engagement with public issues, and influential role in India’s political discourse. A journalist, author, editor, and politician, Raut has established himself as one of the country’s most prominent political voices through his active participation in Parliament and…
Read MoreTariq Hasan Naqvi Appointed National Chairman of IIA Solar, Bio-Energy and EV Committee
Lucknow: Veteran clean energy expert and Founder Chairman and Director of Hikma Energies Private Limited, Tariq Hasan Naqvi, has been appointed Chairman of the National Solar, Bio-Energy and Electric Vehicle Committee of the Indian Industries Association (IIA) for the 2026–27 term. The appointment was announced by IIA National President and industrialist Dinesh Goyal. Naqvi, who has been associated with the solar energy sector for over two decades, is widely recognized for his contributions to the promotion of renewable energy and sustainable technologies in India. Under his leadership and with the…
Read MoreIDFC FIRST Bank Goes Live on EPFO Platform, Simplifies Digital Provident Fund Payments for Businesses
Mumbai: IDFC FIRST Bank has been authorised by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, to facilitate Provident Fund (PF) payments through the EPFO platform, strengthening its portfolio of digital statutory payment solutions for businesses. The integration enables employers and establishments to initiate PF payments directly through the EPFO portal and complete transactions seamlessly using IDFC FIRST Bank’s Retail and Corporate Internet Banking platforms. The fully digital process offers secure transactions, real-time payment confirmations, an intuitive user interface, and instant challan…
Read MoreBareilly Divisional Commissioner Reviews Road Safety, Orders Immediate Action at Accident Black Spots
Bareilly: Divisional Commissioner Bhupendra S. Chaudhary chaired the second meeting of the Divisional Road Safety Committee for 2026 at the Commissionerate auditorium, directing officials to intensify efforts to reduce road accidents through coordinated engineering, enforcement, and public awareness measures. The meeting reviewed the current road accident scenario across the four districts of the Bareilly division and assessed the progress of measures being implemented to reduce fatalities. According to the Divisional Transport Officer (Enforcement), road accident fatalities have declined by 7.17 per cent in Bareilly and 10.55 per cent in Badaun,…
Read MoreDeputy Cane Commissioner Directs Early Submission of Sugarcane Survey Data, Reviews Plantation and Sugar Stock Verification
Bareilly: Deputy Cane Commissioner Rajesh Mishra chaired the monthly review meeting at the Cane Bhawan auditorium, directing officials to expedite the submission of variety-wise sugarcane survey data and ensure accurate verification of farmers’ records to improve transparency and timely service delivery. Reviewing the progress of the ongoing sugarcane survey, Mishra instructed officials to submit variety-wise survey data to his office without delay. He emphasised that 100 per cent verification of ratoon sugarcane area and variety-related corrections for every farmer must be completed to ensure the accuracy of departmental records. He…
Read MoreAIIMS Raebareli Removes Mango Seed from Patient’s Stomach Through Endoscopy, Avoiding Surgery
Raebareli: The Department of General Surgery at AIIMS Raebareli has achieved a significant medical milestone by successfully removing a mango seed lodged in a patient’s stomach using therapeutic upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy, eliminating the need for surgery. The procedure marks the institute’s first such therapeutic endoscopic intervention. The patient, a 53-year-old man, was admitted to the hospital after accidentally swallowing a three-centimetre-long mango seed. He complained of persistent vomiting following the incident. As the foreign object was not clearly visible on an X-ray, doctors decided to perform an urgent Upper…
Read MoreRam Temple Begins Search for First CEO, Says Devotion to Lord Ram Will Be Key Qualification
Ayodhya: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has initiated the process of appointing the first-ever Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Ram Temple, marking a major step towards strengthening the temple’s administrative framework. The move comes amid efforts to enhance transparency and professional management following the recent controversy over alleged irregularities in temple donations. According to the Trust, the CEO will be responsible for overseeing the temple’s day-to-day administration, financial management, pilgrim services, and future development. However, the selection committee has emphasized that deep devotion to Lord Ram, commitment…
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