Category: Uttar Pradesh

PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates Expansion of Passenger Services on Kanpur Metro

Arijit Bose

Kanpur –  Prime Minister Narendra Modi  flagged off the extended passenger services of the Kanpur Metro from CSA Grounds in the gracious presence of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. With this inauguration, five new underground stations—Chunniganj, Naveen Market, Bada Chauraha, Nayaganj, and Kanpur Central—have been added to the city’s growing metro network. Starting tomorrow (May 31), commuters will be able to travel on the nearly 16-kilometre stretch from IIT Kanpur to Kanpur Central across 14 stations, beginning from 6:00 AM. At around 2:30 PM, PM Modi arrived at the public…

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IIA Urges Freehold Status for Industrial Land in Uttar Pradesh

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – The Indian Industries Association (IIA) has strongly advocated for the conversion of leasehold industrial land to freehold in Uttar Pradesh, aligning with practices in several other Indian states. Addressing the press on Wednesday, Chetan Dev Bhalla, National Vice President of IIA, highlighted the bureaucratic bottlenecks industrialists face due to the leasehold system and called for urgent reforms to spur industrial growth and boost the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Bhalla explained that under the current framework, entrepreneurs who set up industries on leasehold land must seek repeated approvals…

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Medanta Plays Crucial Role in Nationwide CPR Training Drive

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – On the occasion of World Emergency Medicine Day, Medanta Hospital spearheaded a nationwide CPR and First Aid Training Program, reinforcing its commitment to community health and emergency preparedness. The intensive 24-hour campaign was simultaneously conducted in 16 cities across India, with over 1,000 trainers (Captains) educating the public on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and essential first aid techniques. As part of this national initiative, first aid kits were also distributed to various police stations, enhancing their readiness to respond to emergencies and offer basic medical assistance on the spot.…

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CIMAP Showcases Eco-Friendly E-Tractor and E-Tiller Technologies for Farmers

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – In a significant step towards sustainable agriculture, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (CSIR-CIMAP) hosted a live demonstration of electric tractor and electric tiller technologies developed by CSIR–Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CMERI), Durgapur. The demonstration, held at the CIMAP campus in Lucknow, aimed to showcase environment-friendly and cost-effective mechanization solutions for Indian farmers. The event was inaugurated by Dinesh Pratap Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge), along with Dr. Prabodh Kumar Trivedi, Director of CSIR-CIMAP, through a ceremonial lighting of…

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Enjoy the Summer Carnival at UP Darshan Park from May 30: Cultural Evenings, Local Crafts, and More

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – A spectacular Summer Carnival 2025 is all set to enthrall the people of Lucknow from May 30 to June 24 at UP Darshan Park, Gomti Nagar, jointly organized by the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA), JETAC, and Pragati Events. This announcement was made by the event coordinator Vinod Kumar Singh during a press conference held at UP Darshan Park. Singh said the 26-day extravaganza will offer a vibrant mix of entertainment, culture, and creative experiences for people of all age groups. A major highlight will be the miniature models…

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IIT Kanpur’s Kotak School of Sustainability discusses Waste Management

Arijit Bose
IIT Kanpur’s Kotak School of Sustainability

Kanpur: The Kotak School of Sustainability at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur organized a landmark event titled “Life of Waste: Managing Solid Waste in India through Innovation”. The event brought together research scholars, policy advisors, regional experts, and members of civil society to explore sustainable waste management models, policies, and the pressing challenges India faces in the sector. The program featured three thematic panel discussions focused on field-level practices, policy frameworks, and technological innovations in solid waste management. Panel 1: Ground Realities and Grassroots Models The first panel…

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MJPRU and ICAR-NBFGR Sign MoU to Boost Academic and Research Collaboration

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, and the National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR), Lucknow—an institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)—signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) yesterday, marking the beginning of a strategic academic and research partnership. The signing ceremony was attended by MJPRU Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh, Dean Academics Prof. S.K. Pandey, Prof. Alok Srivastava, Dr. Abha Trivedi, and other dignitaries. Key highlights of the MoU include: Recognition of NBFGR by MJPRU’s Faculty of Applied Science and Technology, enabling NBFGR scientists to…

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‘Rahveer Yojana’ in Uttar Pradesh: ₹25,000 Reward for Helping Road Accident Victims

Arijit Bose

Incentivising Humanity, One Life at a Time Lucknow — In a major step toward improving emergency response after road accidents, the Yogi Adityanath-led government has officially implemented the ‘Rahveer Yojana’ across Uttar Pradesh. The scheme, a Central Government initiative, offers a reward of up to ₹25,000 to any Good Samaritan who helps transport an accident victim to a hospital within the crucial ‘golden hour’. What is the Rahveer Yojana? The Rahveer Yojana is a nationwide initiative aimed at encouraging public participation in saving lives during road accidents. Under this scheme, individuals…

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Yogi Government Gears Up to Combat Child Labour in Uttar Pradesh with New Strategy

Arijit Bose

District Task Forces to Be Formed Across the State; Aim to Make UP Child Labour-Free by 2027 Lucknow — The Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has unveiled a comprehensive and coordinated plan to eliminate child labour from the state by 2027. With an ambitious goal and an inter-departmental approach, the initiative aims to identify, rescue, and rehabilitate child labourers, ensuring their access to quality education and a safe childhood. District-Level Task Forces to be Formed Soon Recognizing the lack of reliable data as a major hurdle in eliminating child labour,…

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Good Governance Paves the Way for Development and Welfare, Says CM Yogi Adityanath

Arijit Bose

Gorakhpur – Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that a good government not only accelerates development and welfare schemes but also leads the state towards prosperity. Speaking at a mass marriage ceremony at the Hindustan Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (HFCL) campus, he emphasized that a government must reach the doorstep of the common people and resolve their problems. The event witnessed 1,200 couples tying the knot under the Mukhyamantri Samoohik Vivah Yojana (Chief Minister Mass Marriage Scheme). This was the first such ceremony after the government increased the financial…

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