Category: Uttar Pradesh

Bareilly: Bareilly District Magistrate Avinash Singh reviewed projects being implemented under the Jal Jeevan Mission at a meeting held in the Collectorate auditorium, directing officials to expedite construction, strengthen security at project sites and ensure a regular supply of safe drinking water in rural areas. During the meeting, the Executive Engineer of the Jal Jeevan Mission reported incidents of theft involving solar panels and copper cables connecting the panels. Taking note of the issue, the District Magistrate directed officials to identify areas experiencing repeated thefts and install night-vision CCTV cameras…

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586 Hindu couples and 222 Muslim couples marry at nine venues across the district Bareilly: A total of 808 couples tied the knot under the Uttar Pradesh government’s Chief Minister’s Mass Marriage Scheme at nine designated venues across Bareilly district on Wednesday. The ceremonies were held in a festive and dignified atmosphere, with public representatives and administrative officials blessing the newlyweds and wishing them a happy married life. Of the 808 couples, 586 were Hindu and 222 were Muslim. The scheme aims to support eligible couples, particularly those from economically…

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Tarbganj MLA Prem Narayan Pandey and Tehsildar Ashutosh Pandey meet bereaved families, assure continued support Gonda: In a gesture of support for families devastated by a tragic drowning incident during an idol immersion ceremony, Tarbganj MLA Prem Narayan Pandey and Tehsildar Ashutosh Pandey visited Bhairampur village and handed over financial assistance cheques of ₹4 lakh each to the families of the three deceased youths. The tragedy occurred a few days ago in Bhairampur village under the Tarbganj Assembly constituency, when five young men drowned in a river during idol immersion.…

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Gonda: Police personnel in Gonda paid tribute to police martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty during a solemn ceremony organised at the Reserve Police Lines on Wednesday to mark Police Commemoration Day. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Devipatan Range, Ashok Kumar, and Gonda Superintendent of Police Abhishek led the tributes by laying wreaths at the Martyrs’ Memorial. Senior police officers, circle officers, station house officers and other personnel attended the ceremony and remembered those who laid down their lives to protect the nation and society. Following…

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Dr. Vishakha Srivastava Ayodhya: The proposed mosque project in Dhannipur, Ayodhya district, has gained fresh momentum, with the Indo-Islamic Cultural Foundation (IICF) Trust preparing to submit a revised architectural map to the Ayodhya Development Authority (ADA) within a week of receiving land-use clearance. Zufar Ahmad Farooqui, chairman of the IICF Trust, said the land-use certificate sought from the district administration is expected shortly. Once the clearance is received, the trust will submit the revised map for approval. The proposed mosque is to be named Mohammad Bin Abdullah, after Prophet Muhammad’s…

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Lucknow: Garbh Deep Season 6, the Navratri celebration organised by the Usha Mahesh Foundation, once again set itself apart from the usual Dandiya nights. This year’s event centred on women’s health, nutrition and wellness, with discussions, activities and games built around those themes. True to its style, the evening kept its grace and cultural dignity, with soulful music and traditional performances. One of the most memorable moments was the Maa Durga Aarti, sung together by nearly 100 women, which filled the hall with a deeply devotional mood. The programme was…

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Extensive beautification, decorative lighting and enhanced crowd management measures underway for Indian Air Force Day celebrations on October 22, 24 and 25 Varanasi: Varanasi is gearing up for a spectacular air show at Namo Ghat on October 22, 24 and 25 to mark the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force Day, with extensive beautification and security arrangements underway across the city. The Uttar Pradesh government is transforming the route from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport at Babatpur to Namo Ghat through murals, wall paintings, decorative lighting and coordinated building…

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Lucknow: The Railway Ramlila Dussehra Committee and Bharat Milap Shobha Yatra, Alambagh, staged key episodes from the Ramayana, including Hanuman’s victory over Ahiravan and the final battle between Lord Ram and Ravana, as part of its ongoing Ramlila celebrations. The evening’s programme featured the Hanuman–Makardhwaj dialogue, Hanuman’s victory in Patalpuri and the climactic killing of Ravana. The performances drew attention to Hanuman’s courage, devotion and determination to rescue Lord Ram and Lakshman from the clutches of Ahiravan. Following the deaths of his brother Kumbhakarna and son Meghnad, Ravana found himself…

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