Category: Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: In a major infrastructure push aimed at improving road connectivity across Uttar Pradesh, the state government has planned to upgrade 21 state highways into four-lane roads. Once completed, the maximum speed limit on these upgraded stretches is expected to increase from 80 km/h to 100 km/h, significantly reducing travel time across key routes. At present, Uttar Pradesh has around 142 state highways. Out of these, 107 highways have already been widened to around 10 metres, effectively upgraded to broader multi-lane corridors. Now, the government is moving ahead with the…

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Lucknow: In a significant move aimed at strengthening oversight mechanisms in higher medical education institutions, Uttar Pradesh Governor and Chancellor Anandiben Patel has directed all medical and dental colleges in the state to establish Anti-Conversion Cells. The decision comes in the wake of alleged religious conversion-related incidents reported from two prominent healthcare institutions in Lucknow—King George’s Medical University (KGMU) and Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI). Universities Directed to Constitute Special Cells Following the Governor’s directive, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University has issued instructions to all affiliated medical…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh’s capital is poised to become a key hub in India’s future high-speed rail network as deliberations over the location of the proposed bullet train station in Lucknow enter their final stage. The station will be part of the ambitious Delhi–Varanasi High-Speed Rail Corridor, one of the country’s most significant upcoming transportation projects. According to sources, technical and administrative teams are evaluating four potential locations for the Lucknow station, with a final decision expected in the coming months. The shortlisted sites include the Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport…

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Lucknow: In a major boost to urban healthcare services, the Uttar Pradesh government has upgraded 14 Urban Primary Health Centres (U-PHCs) in Lucknow into City Polyclinics, bringing specialist medical care closer to residents. The upgraded facilities were inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Brajesh Pathak at the Aurangabad PHC. The initiative has been launched under the National Health Mission (NHM) with the objective of providing affordable and quality specialist healthcare services to citizens within their local communities. Specialist Healthcare Services at Doorstep Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Brajesh…

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Lucknow: In a major push to tackle growing traffic congestion in urban areas, the Uttar Pradesh government has unveiled plans to expand metro rail networks and develop new parking infrastructure in three major cities—Lucknow, Kanpur, and Agra. The initiative aims to improve urban mobility, reduce traffic bottlenecks, and create a more efficient public transportation system. According to a comprehensive report prepared by the state government, metro expansion has been proposed over a total network of 170 kilometres in Lucknow, 83 kilometres in Kanpur, and 89 kilometres in Agra. The project…

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Gorakhpur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath interacted with nearly 200 citizens during a Janata Darshan programme held at the revered Gorakhnath Temple on Monday. The Chief Minister personally listened to the grievances of people and directed concerned officials to ensure prompt, fair, and effective resolution of their issues. During the public hearing, a large number of people approached the Chief Minister seeking assistance for medical treatment, financial aid, housing, and various administrative matters. Assuring citizens of the government’s commitment to public welfare, Yogi Adityanath stated that no deserving person…

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Three-Day Programme Focuses on Moral, Character, and Spiritual Development of Children Gonda: A three-day Bal Sanskar (Children’s Values and Character Building) Camp organized by the Manav Utthan Sewa Samiti, under the inspiration of renowned spiritual leader Satguru Dev Shri Satpal Ji Maharaj, concluded on Sunday at Shri Hans Gyan Ashram on Utraula Road in Gonda. The camp, which commenced on June 12, witnessed enthusiastic participation from nearly 120 children belonging to remote rural areas across the Devipatan Division, including Gonda, Bahraich, and Balrampur districts. The initiative was aimed at nurturing…

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Prayagraj: Healthcare retail chain davaindia, operating under Zota Healthcare Limited, has announced an ambitious expansion plan across Uttar Pradesh aimed at improving access to affordable, high-quality generic medicines. The announcement was made during a summit held in Prayagraj, where pharmaceutical retailers, distributors, and healthcare stakeholders from across the state gathered to discuss the challenges, availability, and growing acceptance of generic medicines. The event, held at Millennium Inn in Prayagraj, also served as a platform for davaindia to unveil its growth strategy for the region. Company representatives highlighted plans to strengthen…

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Agra: Samajwadi Party National President and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday participated as the chief guest at the Vision India programme in Agra, where he addressed the theme, “Why Are Small Businesses Being Ruined?” He outlined an extensive roadmap focused on strengthening small traders, artisans, MSMEs, tourism, and youth employment in Uttar Pradesh. Addressing entrepreneurs, traders and industry representatives, Yadav said that prosperity in the state depends on the success of small businesses. He emphasized that small enterprises form the backbone of Uttar Pradesh’s economy and…

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