Category: Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow | In a major initiative to strengthen flood preparedness and disaster response mechanisms, a state-level flood mock exercise is scheduled to be conducted on June 11, 2026 across 44 highly vulnerable and sensitive districts of Uttar Pradesh. The exercise is being organized jointly by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Government of India, and the Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA). As part of the preparatory phase, a Table Top Exercise was conducted on June 09, 2026 at the Auditorium of Yojana Bhawan, Lucknow. The session was held under…

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Lucknow: A spectacular and rare celestial event was witnessed in the west-northwestern sky shortly after sunset on 09 June 2026, when Venus and Jupiter, the two brightest planets in the Solar System, appeared remarkably close to each other. In astronomy, this phenomenon is known as a Planetary Conjunction. To facilitate public observation of this rare event, Indira Gandhi Planetarium, Lucknow installed two high-powered telescopes and two astrophotography stations within the Planetarium premises. Additionally, two telescopes were set up at the premises of the famous Lete Hue Hanuman Ji Temple, Panchvati…

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Lucknow | In a significant step to strengthen India–Bhutan cultural and spiritual ties, the Government of Uttar Pradesh has decided to allocate 2 acres of land in Varanasi to the Royal Government of Bhutan for the construction of a Buddhist temple and guest house. A lease deed agreement in this regard was formally signed today in the presence of Tourism Minister  Jaiveer Singh and Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism,  Amrit Abhijat, between the Tourism Department of Uttar Pradesh and representatives of the Royal Government of Bhutan. The land, located at Ajaypur in…

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Lucknow | A strong call for grassroots transformation was made to newly appointed State Mission Managers under the Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission, emphasizing that their role is not limited to administration but extends to bringing visible change in rural communities across the state. The message was delivered during a seven-day residential orientation training programme being held from June 8 to June 14, 2026, at the Deendayal Upadhyay State Rural Development Institute, Bakshi Ka Talab, Lucknow. The programme is being conducted under the guidance of Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad…

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Lucknow | A comprehensive awareness campaign aimed at ensuring workers’ welfare, industrial harmony, and effective implementation of labour welfare schemes is currently underway across Uttar Pradesh. The initiative is being conducted as part of the nationwide campaign marking 12 years of the Central Government under the theme “12 Years of Trust, Development and Welfare for the People.” Workshops on Labour Laws and Women’s Safety in Industrial Areas On Wednesday, under the guidance of Additional Labour Commissioner, Lucknow, Ms. Kalpana Srivastava, a series of programmes were organized in the Aishbagh industrial area.…

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Lucknow | In a major boost to rural employment and development initiatives under the “Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission,” the Government of India has announced an interim financial allocation exceeding ₹95,692 crore for States and Union Territories, with Uttar Pradesh receiving the highest share of ₹9,721.48 crore. The initiative is aimed at strengthening rural infrastructure, expanding livelihood opportunities, and empowering workers across the country. High-Level Review Meeting Held A key high-level meeting was held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture…

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Modern Technologies Will Enhance Yield and Increase Farmers’ Income: MLA Madhavendra Pratap Singh -Over 400 Farmers Participated Sawaijpur (Hardoi): With the objective of educating sugarcane farmers about modern agricultural technologies and enhancing their income, Dhanuka Agritech Limited organized a farmers’ seminar on “Sugarcane Challenges and the Way Forward” in Hardoi. Addressing the gathering as the Chief Guest, MLA of Sawayajpur Assembly Constituency, Madhvendra Pratap Singh, said that while the region is blessed with highly fertile soil, true prosperity for farmers can only be achieved through the adoption of modern agricultural…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he achieved the distinction of becoming India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister. Describing the occasion as a landmark moment in the country’s democratic journey, Adityanath said the achievement reflects the confidence, goodwill, and support that millions of Indians have placed in Modi’s leadership over the years. In a message shared on social media, the Chief Minister said the milestone represents the collective trust and affection of the people of India. He noted that Modi’s tenure has…

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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…

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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…

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