Uttar Pradesh Launches Major Green Skills Initiative Through UPCAMP-University Partnership

Lucknow: In a significant step towards building a sustainable and environmentally resilient future, the Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Management Project (UPCAMP) Authority has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with 15 Regional Knowledge Centres to strengthen capacity building, training, and green workforce development across the state. The initiative, supported by the World Bank, was formalized at the Directorate of Environment and Climate Change and is being hailed as a landmark move in Uttar Pradesh’s efforts to tackle air pollution and promote a green economy. Under the agreement, thousands of young people…

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Sheela Creation Art Training Centre and Anamika Art Gallery to be Inaugurated Under Matribhoomi Yojana

Unnao: In a significant step towards promoting art education and cultural activities in rural and semi-urban regions, the grand inauguration ceremony of the Sheela Creation Art Training Centre and Anamika Art Gallery will be held on May 25, 2026, at 12 noon on Malihabad Road in Mohan, Unnao, under the ambitious Matribhoomi Yojana of the Uttar Pradesh Government. The event will be attended by Om Prakash Rajbhar as the chief guest. The Anamika Art Gallery will be formally inaugurated by Manoj Kumar Singh. Distinguished guests at the ceremony will include…

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Yogi govt’s ‘Gyan Bharatam Mission’ emerges as a major campaign for preserving cultural heritage

Lucknow: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the state government is taking a major step toward preserving India’s traditional knowledge system and cultural heritage. As part of this effort, a large-scale campaign has been accelerated across the state under the Gyan Bharatam Mission to identify, preserve, and digitize ancient manuscripts. The Yogi government aims to safeguard the country’s ancient intellectual heritage and make it accessible to future generations. To further strengthen the campaign, manuscripts available with government and non-government institutions, monasteries, temples, educational institutions, private and public libraries,…

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Prateek Yadav Remembered: A Gentle Heart in a Powerful Dynasty

Lucknow: The sudden passing of Prateek Yadav, has left Uttar Pradesh in mourning. At just 38, his untimely demise in Lucknow shocked political leaders, family members, friends, and countless admirers who knew him not as a politician, but as a compassionate entrepreneur, fitness enthusiast, and animal welfare advocate. Though born into one of India’s most influential political families, Prateek chose to live a life largely away from electoral politics, creating an identity that reflected his personal passions and independent spirit. Born in 1988, Prateek was the younger son of Mulayam…

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Amity School of Fine Arts Students Inspire Children Through Creative Arts Initiative

Lucknow: Students of Amity School of Fine Arts, pursuing MFA in Applied Art and Painting, recently conducted an engaging and meaningful art activity for children of Rajkiya Bal Greh (Child Line) and girls of Rajkiya Mahila Sharnalay, fostering creativity and self-expression. The initiative was part of the Universal Human Values Program, aimed at community service, and was carried out under the guidance of Dr. Ranjana Deane, Assistant Professor at Amity School of Fine Arts, in collaboration with Dr. Sangeeta Sharma from Human Unity Movement (NGO). During the program, students mentored…

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Gonda Police Ensure Smooth and Secure Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrations

Gonda – In a proactive move to ensure peaceful and secure Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, Superintendent of Police (SP) Gonda,  Vineet Jaiswal, personally oversaw security arrangements across the city. During the festival, he conducted extensive patrols, inspected major Eidgahs and prayer venues, and directed police personnel to remain vigilant and alert. The SP engaged with local religious leaders, mosque committees, and prominent citizens to promote coordination and maintain communal harmony. Adequate arrangements for crowd management, traffic control, and barricading were verified, and deployment of women police personnel ensured the safety of female devotees.…

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‘Women are the fundamental inspiration of creation, strength and values’: CM

CM Yogi released a video message on ‘International Women’s Day’ “If opportunities and determination come together, women of UP can reach even the heights of space”: CM CM urges a pledge to promote women’s dignity and ensure their safety Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday released a video message extending greetings to all women of the state on International Women’s Day. He said that in Indian culture, women are not considered merely the center of the family but are regarded as the fundamental inspiration of creation, strength and values. He…

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High Stakes, Empty Stadiums: Pakistan’s Withdrawal Rocks World Cup

By Navneet Bansal from Patiala Islamabad: The India vs. Pakistan clash has long been the marquee fixture of any World Cup, drawing massive global viewership, advertising revenue, and sponsorship value. Scheduled for February 15, 2026, in the ICC T20 World Cup, this year’s encounter is now mired in controversy as Pakistan has announced its withdrawal, effectively boycotting the match. The ramifications of this decision are far-reaching—for Pakistan, the ICC, the BCCI, and cricket fans worldwide. Financially, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) stands to lose heavily. Currently, Pakistan receives approximately $34.5…

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Aludecor Launches Industry’s Largest Free Testing Initiative to Boost ACP Fabrication Quality and Fire Safety

Lucknow: Aludecor, one of India’s leading façade products manufacturers, has announced the launch of a voluntary, free, and open-to-all material testing initiative for the aluminium composite panel (ACP) industry. Described as the largest such programme in the B2B façade segment, the initiative aims to strengthen transparency, improve on-site accountability, and address growing concerns related to fire safety and product performance. ACP products are extensively used in façades and interiors of commercial, healthcare, hospitality, and residential buildings. With increasing project scale and complexity, Aludecor believes that transparent and credible testing mechanisms…

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Swami Vivekananda’s Life is a Treasure of Inspiration for All: Kusum

Lucknow: The Cantt Nagar unit of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, South Lucknow, in association with the National Kalamanch Ayam, organized a grand Youthopia 2.0 program to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. The event aimed to provide youth with a culturally, creatively, and intellectually empowering platform, featuring competitions such as ramp walks, singing, dancing, and a “Waste to Wonder” exhibition. The program’s chief speaker, State Co-Minister and National Theatre member Kusum Kanaujia, said, “Swami Vivekananda’s life is a treasure of inspiration for all of us. Every young person should…

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