Stand-alone villas are attracting buyers in the IT City

Lucknow: Luxury living is rapidly redefining homebuyer preferences in Lucknow, and standalone villas are emerging as the top choice for families seeking privacy, space, and a premium lifestyle. Amid this growing demand, only a limited number of villas now remain available at the prestigious Palazzo Villa project in Amrawati IT City on Sultanpur Road. Located in one of Lucknow’s fastest-growing residential corridors, Palazzo Villa has steadily attracted attention from homebuyers looking for a blend of modern architecture, peaceful surroundings, and independent living. With inventory nearing exhaustion, the project is witnessing…

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Airtel defends ‘Priority Postpaid’ service before DoT panel, denies net neutrality

  Lucknow, 26 May, 2026: Bharti Airtel has defended its new “Priority Postpaid” service before a Department of Telecommunications (DoT) panel, asserting that the offering, powered by 5G network slicing, neither violates net neutrality norms nor degrades service quality for prepaid users. According to the submission made by Airtel in response to a clarification sought by the Committee on Communications and Information Technology, the company said not allowing the use of mainstream features of 5G to offer services will jeopardise the potential of 6G in the country. “Priority Postpaid is…

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Uttar Pradesh’s First ‘Centre of Excellence for Flowers’ to Come Up in Ayodhya

Ayodhya: In a major initiative aimed at promoting floriculture and strengthening the local economy, the Uttar Pradesh government is set to establish the state’s first “Centre of Excellence for Flowers” in Ayodhya. The ambitious project will be developed at an estimated cost of ₹2 crore on three hectares of land in the Pirkhauli area. The project, being launched under the leadership of Yogi Adityanath, is expected to become a major hub for advanced flower cultivation, farmer training, and high-quality flower production. Officials say the centre will also play a key…

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Yogi Government Bets Big on Industry Push as 17 New Projects Set to Transform UP

Lucknow: Under the leadership of Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh is rapidly strengthening its position as one of India’s fastest-growing industrial and investment destinations. In a major boost to the state’s industrial ambitions, allotment letters were handed over to 17 major companies for projects in the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) region on Friday. The proposed projects, spanning sectors such as green energy, electronics, information technology, data processing, smart manufacturing, textiles, and advanced engineering, are expected to attract investments worth several thousand crores and generate more than 12,000 employment opportunities…

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Uttar Pradesh to Set Up ‘Future Labs’ in 600 Schools to Train Students in AI

Lucknow: In a major push towards modernising school education and preparing students for future careers, the Uttar Pradesh government has launched an ambitious initiative to establish advanced “Dream Labs” in 600 government secondary and higher secondary schools across the state. The project, launched under the leadership of Yogi Adityanath, aims to equip students with practical knowledge of cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), 3D Printing, Drone Technology, Electronics, Renewable Energy, and Advanced Manufacturing. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the project was signed at…

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Ayodhya to Bring Ramayana Stories Alive Through ‘Waste-to-Art’ Lov-Kush Park

Ayodhya: In a unique blend of mythology, sustainability, and modern urban development, Ayodhya is set to unveil an innovative “Waste-to-Art” themed Lov-Kush Park under the Smart City Mission. The project, estimated at ₹17.72 crore, will be developed near the Maushiwala MRF Centre on the Raebareli Highway and aims to transform scrap material into immersive depictions of stories from the Ramayana. The ambitious initiative by the municipal corporation is designed to combine environmental awareness with cultural preservation. Inspired by the vision of Yogi Adityanath for a modern and sustainable Ayodhya, the…

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Weekly Public Hearings to Be Held in Every Development Block, Says CM Yogi

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to organise weekly public grievance redressal camps, or “chaupals,” in every development block across the state to ensure speedy resolution of citizens’ problems at the grassroots level. The decision was announced during a law-and-order and administrative review meeting held via video conferencing on Sunday. According to the Chief Minister, the initiative aims to provide timely, transparent, and satisfactory solutions to public grievances while strengthening the government’s outreach in rural areas. The weekly chaupals will address issues such as revenue disputes,…

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CM Yogi Congratulates Padma Awardees, Calls Them an Inspiration for the Nation

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended heartfelt congratulations to the distinguished personalities honoured with the Padma Awards, describing their achievements as a matter of pride for the nation and a source of inspiration for future generations. The awards were conferred by President Droupadi Murmu during a ceremony held in New Delhi on Monday. Taking to social media platform X, the Chief Minister congratulated renowned violinist N. Rajam, who received the Padma Vibhushan, and also conveyed his wishes to the family members of late veteran actor Dharmendra. CM Yogi…

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Yogi Government Appoints Outgoing Village Heads as Administrators of Gram Panchayats

Lucknow: Yogi Adityanath has taken a major administrative decision ahead of the completion of the current Gram Panchayat tenure in Uttar Pradesh. With the term of village panchayats ending on May 26, 2026, the state government has decided to appoint outgoing village heads (Gram Pradhans) as administrators until the formation of new panchayats or for a maximum period of six months. According to official directions issued under the instructions of the Chief Minister, all District Magistrates across the state have been authorized to designate outgoing Gram Pradhans as administrators from…

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Traffic Safety Drive Conducted in Gonda, Seven Vehicles Challaned During Inspection

Gonda — In an effort to strengthen road safety awareness and ensure strict compliance with traffic regulations, the Transport Department launched a special enforcement drive across various parts of the district under the supervision of ARTO (Administration) R.C. Bhartiya. The campaign focused on identifying motorists violating traffic norms, particularly cases related to drunk driving, unsafe vehicle operation, and disregard for road safety regulations. During the checking drive, vehicle drivers were tested using breath analyzer machines to detect alcohol consumption while driving. Officials also inspected necessary vehicle documents and stopped suspicious vehicles…

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