MJPRU Organises Grand ‘Vriksharopan Mahayagya 2026’ Plantation Drive, Reaffirms Commitment to Green Campus

Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, organised a large-scale plantation drive under ‘Vriksharopan Mahayagya 2026’ on Saturday in line with the Uttar Pradesh government’s statewide afforestation campaign aimed at planting 35 crore saplings across the state in a single day. The programme was held under the guidance of the Higher Education Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, with students, faculty members and university staff participating enthusiastically in the environmental initiative. The campaign was inaugurated by Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh, who planted a sapling on the university campus and formally…

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Keshav Prasad Maurya Backs ‘One Nation, One Election’, Calls It Key to Faster Development and Better Governance

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya strongly endorsed the ‘One Nation, One Election’ proposal, describing it as a national necessity that would reduce the economic burden of frequent elections, strengthen democratic governance and accelerate development across the country. Maurya shared his views during a discussion held at a study visit of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) constituted to examine the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, 2024 and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024. The meeting, held at Hotel Taj in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, was chaired by P.P. Chaudhary,…

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KGMU Holds 22nd Convocation, Awards 1,707 Degrees and 54 Medals; Governor Calls on Young Doctors to Serve Rural India

Lucknow: The 22nd Convocation Ceremony of the King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow, was held on Monday under the chairmanship of Uttar Pradesh Governor and Chancellor of State Universities Anandiben Patel. The ceremony celebrated academic excellence while reinforcing the larger mission of compassionate healthcare, public service and medical innovation. A total of 1,707 degrees were conferred upon graduating students, while 20 meritorious students received 54 medals for outstanding academic performance. The event also witnessed several social welfare initiatives, including the distribution of 400 Anganwadi kits to centres in Hardoi district…

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Uttar Pradesh Launches ‘Tree Plantation Mahayagya-2026’; Keshav Prasad Maurya Urges Public Participation

Jhansi/Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya launched the state’s Vriksharopan Mahayagya-2026 in Jhansi, calling upon citizens to actively participate in the ambitious drive to plant 35 crore saplings across the state. Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign, the initiative aims to promote environmental conservation while strengthening rural livelihoods and sustainable development. Addressing the gathering, Maurya said the plantation campaign is not merely about increasing green cover but about securing a cleaner, healthier and more sustainable future for coming generations. He urged…

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Uttar Pradesh Receives ₹3,210.76 Crore Rural Development Boost from Centre

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has received a major financial boost for rural development and employment generation, with the Union Ministry of Rural Development approving ₹3,210.76 crore under the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural). The allocation is expected to accelerate infrastructure development, create employment opportunities, and strengthen the rural economy across the state. The approved budget includes ₹1,783.76 crore earmarked for labour wages, ensuring timely payment to millions of rural workers engaged in development projects. Another ₹1,189.17 crore has been allocated for materials and construction resources required…

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Agresheel Infratech Launches Green Initiative During Van Mahotsav, Plans to Plant Nearly 3,000 Trees at Ashrayam

Lucknow: In line with the Uttar Pradesh Government’s Monsoon Plantation Campaign, which aims to plant over 350 million saplings across the state this year, Agresheel Infratech has launched a large-scale plantation drive at its residential project, Ashrayam, in Lucknow to mark Van Mahotsav. As part of its environmental commitment, the company has pledged to plant nearly 3,000 trees within the project during the current monsoon season. Alongside the plantation drive, the project is also implementing an effective rainwater harvesting system to promote water conservation and groundwater recharge, reinforcing the company’s…

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Avatar Is the Supreme Guru, Says Swami Muktinathananda at Ramakrishna Math

Lucknow: The role of the Guru in guiding spiritual seekers and transforming lives through grace was the central theme of a morning spiritual discourse delivered by Swami Muktinathananda, President of Ramakrishna Math, Lucknow. Addressing devotees during the daily Sat Prasang, he said that an Avatar, or divine incarnation, represents the highest form of spiritual teacher, whose compassion and grace can lead seekers towards complete spiritual fulfilment. Swami Muktinathananda explained that in the Indian spiritual tradition, a Guru is far more than an instructor. A true Guru shapes the disciple’s life,…

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SIT Probes Appointment Process in Ram Temple Donation Theft Case After Fresh Revelations

Lucknow: The investigation into the alleged theft of donations at the Ram Temple has uncovered new details, with the Special Investigation Team (SIT) examining the background of one of the key accused and the process through which he was entrusted with handling temple funds. According to officials familiar with the investigation, Subhash Srivastava, who served as the in-charge of counting cash offerings and has been arrested in the case, had previously faced allegations of embezzlement during his banking career. Investigators found that while employed at Syndicate Bank, he was subjected…

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Rohilkhand University Organises Storytelling Competition as Part of Deekshotsav 2026

Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, organised a storytelling competition as part of Deekshotsav 2026, the series of academic and cultural events being held ahead of the University’s 24th Convocation. The competition was conducted by the University Cultural Centre under the guidance of Chancellor and Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Vice-Chancellor Prof. K. P. Singh. It forms part of the activities being organised from July 1 to 15 in schools located in villages adopted by the university. The competition featured two themes based on different age groups.…

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Rohilkhand University Organises Speech Competition as Part of Deekshotsav 2026

Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, organised a speech competition as part of the Deekshotsav 2026 celebrations leading up to its 24th Convocation. The event was held under the inspiration of Chancellor and Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and the guidance of Vice-Chancellor Prof. K. P. Singh. The competition was conducted in schools located in villages adopted by the university, with the theme “My School.” Students enthusiastically participated, sharing their experiences and expressing their affection and gratitude for their schools through thoughtful and heartfelt speeches. Addressing the students,…

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