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Lucknow: Congress MLA Virendra Chaudhary  assumed charge as the Leader of the Congress Legislature Party in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly. Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee president Aradhana Mishra Mona formally entrusted him with the responsibility. Chaudhary represents the Pharenda Assembly constituency in Maharajganj district. After taking charge, he thanked the party’s national leadership, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, for placing their trust in him. He said he would discharge his responsibilities with sincerity and commitment, ensuring that the Congress raised the concerns of people across Uttar Pradesh in the…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee president Aradhana Mishra Mona has accused the BJP government of presiding over widespread corruption, alleging irregularities in digital attendance records under the VB-G RAM G scheme, which replaced the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Addressing a press conference at the state Congress headquarters, Mishra alleged that after controversies over electoral rolls and donations collected in the name of the Ram temple, questions had now arisen over the alleged diversion of funds meant for rural workers. She said the reported irregularities raised serious…

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Lucknow: The CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR) celebrated World Food Day 2026 at the S.H. Zaidi Auditorium under the theme “Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow.” The programme brought together scientists, students and food professionals to discuss the importance of innovation in building safe, sustainable and nutritious food systems. Rajendra Mohan Dobriyal, Senior Director at Coca-Cola, attended the event as the chief guest. In his address, he highlighted the role of innovation and collaboration between industry and research institutions in developing resilient food systems. The programme began with a welcome address,…

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Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, concluded a two-day debate competition organised by its Department of Regional Economics on October 16. The event, held on October 15 and 16 as part of internal assessment, witnessed enthusiastic participation by students from different branches of economics. On the first day, students of Regional Economics debated the topic “Impact of Globalisation: Positive or Negative”. Participants presented arguments on both sides, discussing the effects of globalisation on regional inequalities, employment and local industries. Prince Kumar Gupta secured first place, while Aman Bauddh finished…

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DM Indrajeet Singh and SP Vineet Jaiswal direct organisers to ensure safety and maintain law and order Sultanpur: The district administration has stepped up preparations to ensure the peaceful and safe conduct of Durga Puja celebrations and idol immersion. A meeting was held at Pandit Ram Naresh Tripathi Auditorium under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Indrajeet Singh and Superintendent of Police Vineet Jaiswal. The meeting was attended by office-bearers of Durga Puja committees and event organisers, with discussions focusing on security arrangements and crowd management. Officials directed organisers to ensure…

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Lucknow: Samajwadi Party president and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav’s security should be reviewed impartially and strengthened if required, said socialist leader Anil Yadav, urging the government and security agencies to treat the matter with seriousness and sensitivity. Anil Yadav said Akhilesh Yadav is not only the national president of the Samajwadi Party but also a former chief minister and a prominent opposition leader. His security, he said, should not be viewed through a political lens but assessed on the basis of a professional threat analysis and established…

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Lucknow: The city is set to experience a vibrant celebration of music, dance and Indian culture with ‘Tarang – Bollywood and Dandiya Night’, scheduled for October 18 and 19, 2026, at Chandralok Park, Sector E, Aliganj. The two-day event is being jointly organised by Shivanjana Entertainments and Chandralok Welfare Association. According to Rajiv Ranjan Singh, director of Shivanjana Entertainments, the international music band Violent – The Musical Band, led by Anurag Srivastava, will be a major attraction. Indian Idol fame singer Kuldeep and vocalist Divyanshi will also perform, adding to…

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Kolkata: As autumn arrives, India immerses itself in celebrations dedicated to divine feminine power. While many parts of the country observe Navratri through fasting, Garba, Dandiya and Ramlila, Durga Puja in Bengal offers a distinctive blend of devotion, family sentiment, social harmony and artistic expression. More than a religious festival, it has evolved into a massive public celebration that brings together communities through creativity and shared cultural traditions. The uniqueness of Bengal’s Durga Puja lies in the way Goddess Durga is perceived. While religious traditions portray her as Mahishasuramardini, the…

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TEDx at Amity Lucknow focuses on collective thinking, AI and the power of reading Lucknow: The second edition of TEDx Amity University Lucknow brought together industry leaders and young achievers to discuss the power of shared perspectives, the growing influence of artificial intelligence and the role of imagination in shaping society. Held at Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus, the event was themed “From Me to We: The Power of Shared Perspectives.” Speakers highlighted how diverse viewpoints, meaningful dialogue and collective thinking can encourage innovation and help build a more…

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