Category: Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is set to showcase its business-ready ecosystem, investment-friendly policies and ease-of-doing-business reforms at the fourth Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS-2026), scheduled to be held at the India Expo Centre and Mart in Greater Noida from September 25 to 29. Two dedicated pavilions set up by Invest UP in Halls 1 and 4 will serve as key business and investor engagement centres during the five-day event. The pavilions will provide information on more than 36 sector-specific policies, incentives and the state’s integrated investment facilitation system. The trade…

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Bareilly: Students of the University Cultural Centre of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, have once again brought laurels to the institution by winning the rolling trophy, or Chal Vaijayanti, for the second consecutive year at the Senior Category Debate Competition organised by the Shri Ram Murti Smarak Trust, Bareilly. The debate focused on the topic “Cyber Warfare: The New Weapon of Future Conflicts.” University students delivered strong performances in both the ‘for’ and ‘against’ categories. Abhay secured first place in the ‘for’ category, while Lavi won third place in…

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government is preparing to transform its government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) into industry-driven skill development centres under the Centre’s Prime Minister’s Scheme for Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU). The first phase will focus on government ITI clusters in Kanpur, Muzaffarnagar, Meerut, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Prayagraj and Agra, with the process of bringing industry partners on board already underway. Minister of State for Vocational Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge) Kapil Dev Agarwal said the objective is to reduce the gap between ITI…

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Lucknow: Ayodhya is set to host a grand Deepotsav during the upcoming Diwali celebrations, with the Uttar Pradesh government targeting the lighting of 26,50,101 diyas (earthen lamps) across 56 ghats. Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh has directed officials to ensure that Deepotsav 2026 is organised on a grand scale with meticulous arrangements. Reviewing preparations at Tourism Bhawan in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Singh said diyas would be lit at major locations including Ram Ki Paidi, Laxman Kila Ghat, Chaudhary Charan Singh Ghat and Bhajan Sandhya Sthal Ghat. Around 35,000 volunteers…

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Lucknow: A bike rally was organised in Lucknow on the occasion of the 11th Ayurveda Day to spread awareness about Ayurveda and promote healthy living. The rally, held on the theme “Ayurveda for a Healthy Future,” was flagged off by Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak from 1090 Chauraha. It proceeded towards Janeshwar Mishra Park. Addressing the gathering, Pathak described Ayurveda as an important part of India’s rich and ancient medical tradition and said it continues to have relevance in promoting a healthy and disease-free lifestyle. He said Ayurveda…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya said Ayurveda is not merely an ancient Indian medical tradition but an important foundation for building a healthier future. Addressing the 11th Ayurveda Day programme at Mercury Hall, Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, he called for greater integration of Ayurveda, yoga and other Indian systems of medicine with modern research, education and innovation. Maurya said India’s traditional knowledge of Ayurveda is gaining wider recognition and stressed the need to strengthen public confidence through scientific research and evidence-based practices. He clarified…

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Lucknow: World Pharmacists Day will be observed globally on September 25, highlighting the important role pharmacists play in strengthening healthcare systems and improving patient well-being. This year’s theme, “Empowering pharmacists to strengthen health systems,” focuses on recognising and expanding the contribution of pharmacists to accessible, safe and effective healthcare. Sudhanshu Mishra, Awadh Zone in-charge of the Allopathic Pharmacists Association, said the occasion provides an opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of pharmacists to public health and healthcare delivery. He said pharmacists are not merely medicine providers but an important part of…

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Sitapur: Non-profit grassroots education organisation Seekho Sikhao Foundation (SSF), in collaboration with the Airports Authority of India (AAI), organised a menstrual hygiene orientation workshop for teachers and representatives from 20 Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs) and four government girls’ inter colleges in Sitapur district. The workshop, held at the District Inspector of Schools Auditorium, aimed to equip educators with essential knowledge about menstrual hygiene and strengthen their role in creating a safe, healthy and supportive environment for adolescent girls in schools. As part of the initiative, girls will receive menstrual…

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Bareilly: Bareilly District Magistrate Avinash Singh has stepped in to help an economically disadvantaged ITI student after her bicycle was stolen from the premises of a government Scheduled Caste hostel. The student, Neetu, lives at the hostel while pursuing her ITI studies. Her bicycle, which was her primary means of travelling between the hostel, educational institute and library, was stolen a few days ago by unidentified thieves. Coming from a financially struggling family, Neetu was unable to arrange a replacement and had been walking several kilometres each day, affecting both…

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