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Lucknow/Greater Noida – The Skill India 2025–26 National Skills Competition was inaugurated with grandeur and enthusiasm at Gautam Buddha University, bringing together 650 participants from across India to compete in 63 diverse skill categories, representing 36 states and union territories. Addressing the gathering, Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India, highlighted that skilling is a continuous process developed through practice, dedication, and self-improvement. Appreciating the participants, she stated that reaching this stage is an achievement in itself and all competitors are “Skill Icons”. She…

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Bareilly: Uttar Pradesh’s Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Minister Dharmapal Singh has welcomed the decision to reduce GST on petrol and diesel by ₹10, expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Calling the move a significant step towards providing relief from rising prices, the minister said the reduction in fuel costs would directly benefit the common man. He emphasized that lower petrol and diesel prices would reduce transportation costs, thereby helping control the prices of essential commodities. Dharmapal Singh noted that the decision would particularly benefit farmers, youth, and the…

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Bareilly: A meeting of the District Health Committee and Communicable Disease Control Campaign was held at the Collectorate auditorium under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Avinash Singh. During the review, the District Magistrate directed officials to accelerate the creation of Ayushman cards in blocks and tehsils where progress has been slow. He also expressed concern over delays in payments to ASHA and ANM workers and instructed authorities to resolve the issue promptly. The progress of ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) ID generation in urban areas was found to be unsatisfactory.…

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Bareilly: The 57th Foundation Day of Bharatiya Shikshan Mandal was celebrated at the Panchal Auditorium of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University with a focus on promoting Indian values in education and fostering equitable social transformation. The programme commenced with floral tributes and lighting of the ceremonial lamp before the idols of Maa Saraswati and Bharat Mata. The inaugural ceremony was led by RSS Sah-Prant Karyawah Rajpal, Chief Guest Shruti Gangwar, Prof. Sumitra Kukreti, and Programme Convenor Prof. Ashutosh Priya. Welcoming the guests, Prof. Ashutosh Priya highlighted the theme of the…

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Bareilly: In a proud moment for academia and youth leadership, Swarnima Gupta, a former student of the Cultural Centre at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, has been selected to represent in the Youth Parliament at the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly. According to Cultural Coordinator Dr. Jyoti Pandey, the Viksit Bharat Yuva Sansad Yojana is a national-level initiative aimed at engaging young individuals aged 18 to 25 in shaping the vision of Developed India @ 2047. The platform encourages youth participation in leadership, policy discussions, and nation-building through structured debates and…

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Bareilly: A powerful theatrical performance of Komal Gandhar, a play written by Shankar Shesh and directed by Vinayak Srivastava, was staged at the auditorium of SRMS Riddhima. Set against the backdrop of the Mahabharata, the play presents a nuanced and introspective portrayal of Gandhari, going beyond her traditional depiction as an ideal पत्नी and mother. Instead, it delves into her inner turmoil, emotional struggle, and intellectual strength, raising broader social and moral questions. The narrative begins with Bhishma bringing Gandhari from Gandhara to Hastinapur for her marriage to Dhritarashtra, without…

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Bareilly: A meeting of the District Industry Bandhu Committee was convened at the Collectorate auditorium under the chairmanship of Saurabh Dubey, where key issues concerning industrial development and infrastructure were reviewed. During the meeting, the Additional District Magistrate directed officials to promptly clear pending applications on the Investment Mitra portal, stressing the need for efficiency and timely disposal across departments. Representatives of the Rice Millers Association raised concerns regarding the absence of street lighting on the Richa Jahanabad Road stretch, despite installations being completed by PNC on the Bareilly–Nainital Road…

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Lucknow: The Lucknow branch of The Richmond Fellowship Society (India) marked its 21st anniversary with a workshop on mental health, relationships, and youth at the Indian Medical Association (IMA) building. The event was attended by Rajeshwar Singh, MLA from Sarojini Nagar, as the chief guest, while noted psychiatrist Dr. Dinesh Dua was present as the guest of honour. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Rajeshwar Singh lauded the organisation’s remarkable contribution to the field of mental health and emphasized the need to include mental health education in school curricula, particularly for Classes…

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Lucknow: Demonstrating a strong commitment to social service, Inner Wheel Club Lucknow Baradari, in collaboration with King George’s Medical University (KGMU) and Lucknow Golf Club, organised a blood donation camp during the Champions Club event. Club President Hema Gupta informed that the initiative aimed to strengthen blood supply and promote awareness about voluntary blood donation. The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation, especially from the youth. The blood collection was carried out under the supervision of Dr. Tulika Chandra, Head of the Blood Transfusion Department at KGMU, along with her medical team.…

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