Invest India, Invest UP Strengthen Partnership to Accelerate Investments and FDI in Uttar Pradesh

Invest UP and Invest India Join Hands to Drive Industrial Growth in Uttar Pradesh Lucknow: In a major boost to Uttar Pradesh’s investment drive, Invest UP hosted  Nivruti Rai, Managing Director and CEO of Invest India, for a high‑level strategic dialogue focused on strengthening collaboration and attracting greater investments into the state. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in investment promotion, identifying new opportunities across key sectors, and facilitating the grounding of investment projects in Uttar Pradesh. A major area of discussion was the joint effort to attract and support…

Read More

UP Unveils Mega Industrial Expansion Plan; 10 New Industrial Areas Proposed to Boost Investment and Exports

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has taken a major step toward accelerating industrial growth by proposing the development of 10 new industrial areas under the Plug-and-Play policy framework. The proposed industrial zones will be developed with support from the Central Government as part of a nationwide initiative aimed at strengthening manufacturing, investment, and ease of doing business. The proposal was discussed during a meeting held at PICUP Bhawan, where officials outlined plans to position Uttar Pradesh as a key beneficiary of the Centre’s ambitious programme to develop 100 new industrial…

Read More

‘Lex Adieu 2026’ Farewell Celebrated at Rohilkhand University Law Department

Bareilly: The Department of Law at M.J.P. Rohilkhand University hosted a vibrant farewell ceremony titled “Lex Adieu 2026” for final-year LL.M. Self-Finance students. The event was organized by students of the LL.M. Self-Finance Second Semester to bid an affectionate farewell to their senior counterparts. The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp before Goddess Saraswati by Head of the Department, Amit Singh. The occasion began on a devotional note with a Saraswati Vandana presented by Aishwarya. Addressing the gathering, Prof. Amit Singh extended his best wishes to the…

Read More

Climate Change Threatens Agriculture and Food Security, Experts Warn at BBAU Seminar

Lucknow: Experts, academicians, researchers, and farmers gathered at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) on Wednesday for a seminar on the theme “Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture,” where speakers expressed serious concern over the growing challenges posed by changing climatic conditions to agriculture, food security, and farmers’ livelihoods. The seminar was jointly organized by the Department of Horticulture, BBAU, and Yuva Rashtra, Awadh Province. The event served as a platform for discussions on the far-reaching implications of climate change and the strategies needed to build a more resilient agricultural sector.…

Read More

Divisional Commissioner Durga Shakti Nagpal to Visit Gonda on June 23

 Packed Schedule Includes Public Hearing, Project Inspections and Village Outreach Gonda: Divisional Commissioner of Devipatan Division, Durga Shakti Nagpal, will undertake an extensive visit to Gonda district on June 23, focusing on public grievance redressal, review of development projects, and direct interaction with beneficiaries of government welfare schemes. According to the official schedule, the Commissioner will begin the day with a public hearing session from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, where residents will have the opportunity to present their grievances and concerns directly before the administration. The session will also…

Read More

Grand Community Feast Marks Fifth Bada Mangal in Hazratganj; Thousands of Devotees Receive Prasad

Lucknow: A grand Bhandara (community feast) was organized on the auspicious occasion of the fifth Bada Mangal near Saharaganj Mall in Hazratganj, drawing thousands of devotees who gathered to receive prasad and participate in the spiritual celebrations. The religious and social event was organized by social workers Shubham Shukla and Mahendra Bajpai, who oversaw arrangements for the large-scale feast. Devotees continued to arrive throughout the day, creating a vibrant and devotional atmosphere marked by faith, service, and community spirit. The event also received support from Kiran Foundation, which played a…

Read More

Divya Shukla Elected as New Chairperson of Lucknow Foundation of Deaf Women

Lucknow: The Lucknow Foundation of Deaf Women has officially formed its new executive committee following a structured electoral process. Held at the Gopal Plaza in Indira Nagar, the election was conducted under the direct supervision of Election Officer Hemant Kumar Giri, who oversaw the selection of office-bearers for various key leadership roles within the organization. In the freshly concluded elections, Divya Shukla was appointed as the new Chairperson of the foundation, while Mini Gopal was chosen as Vice Chairperson and Manisha Rastogi was handed the responsibility of President. The vital…

Read More

Youth Brigade to play important role in disaster mitigation

Lucknow: In a major move to fundamentally reshape the state’s emergency response infrastructure, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the Civil Defence Department to expand its operational mandate far beyond its historical wartime origins. Speaking during a comprehensive department review meeting in Lucknow, the Chief Minister emphasized that in the contemporary era, civil defence must transition into a highly modernized, proactive force specializing in disaster management, relief and rescue operations, public awareness, and rapid community-level response. A key highlight of the newly approved safety protocols is the strategic deployment of…

Read More

‘Green Kashi’ Mega Campaign Launched: Massive Plantation Drive

VARANASI — To mark World Environment Day, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation (VMC) has launched a massive green initiative to transform the historic city of Kashi into a cleaner, greener, and more eco-friendly urban space. Conceptualized to turn environmental conservation into a full-scale public movement, the civic body is rolling out a comprehensive afforestation drive under the banner “Our City, Our Environment” (Hamara Shaher, Hamara Paryavaran). The extensive campaign focuses on planting thousands of saplings across diverse neighborhoods while actively involving local residents, civic bodies, and educational institutions. VMC officials emphasized…

Read More

CM Yogi Orders Tech-Driven Railway Security Overhaul in Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed authorities to further modernize and strengthen railway security across the state, emphasizing the use of advanced technology, faster police response, enhanced passenger safety, and a strict zero-tolerance policy towards crime on the railway network. Chairing a high-level review meeting of the Government Railway Police (GRP) in Lucknow, the Chief Minister said Uttar Pradesh, which handles one of the country’s largest volumes of rail traffic, must ensure the highest standards of security for millions of passengers who use rail services every day.…

Read More