Category: Uttar Pradesh

Bareilly: The monthly meeting of the District Trade Facilitation Committee was held at the Collectorate auditorium under the chairmanship of Additional District Magistrate (City) Saurabh Dubey on Saturday. The meeting addressed several concerns raised by members of the local business community, with officials directed to take prompt action. Traders highlighted the absence of essential signage boards at multiple locations by the Public Works Department (PWD), warning that the lapse could lead to frequent accidents. Taking serious note of the issue, the ADM expressed displeasure with the Executive Engineer of the…

Lucknow: The two-day ‘Dugdh Swarn Mahotsav 2026’, marking 50 years of the Uttar Pradesh Dairy Development Department, concluded on a grand and successful note at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Gomti Nagar. The event celebrated the department’s contributions while outlining a future roadmap for strengthening the dairy sector through innovation and technology. The ceremony began with a message from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, highlighting the state government’s commitment to empowering farmers and livestock rearers. Addressing the gathering, Additional Chief Secretary Mukesh Kumar Meshram emphasized that the dairy sector is a major…

Lucknow: In a major decision aimed at protecting consumer interests, Uttar Pradesh’s Energy and Urban Development Minister A K Sharma has ordered an immediate halt to the installation of smart electricity meters across the state until a technical committee submits and reviews its report. The directive was issued during a high-level review meeting held at Shakti Bhawan in Lucknow, where the minister emphasized the need for a more transparent, consumer-friendly, and efficient power system under the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Relief for Consumers During Transition Providing significant relief,…

Lucknow: Theatre lovers in the city are set to witness an evocative portrayal of one of literature’s most intriguing love stories, as the much-discussed two-character play ‘Woh Afsana’ will be staged on May 1 at MB Club Ground. The play is inspired by the deeply emotional yet unspoken relationship between legendary poet Sahir Ludhianvi and celebrated writer Amrita Pritam. The production is being presented by Hunur Creation and Craft Association in collaboration with Rabtaa Delhi. Sharing details, organiser Zafar Nabi said the association is returning to theatre after a long…

Lucknow: Laughter and creativity filled Valmiki Park in Takrohi as a unique theatre workshop brought out the hidden talents of children through imaginative storytelling and performance. Organised under the ‘Chabutra Theatre Pathshala’ initiative by Mother Seva Sansthan, the workshop aimed to nurture personality development through art and acting. The session was conducted by noted film actor and the organisation’s secretary, Mahesh Chandra Deva, who introduced children to the basics of theatre in a fun and engaging way. Participants were divided into “fruit” and “vegetable” groups and encouraged to enact creative…

Lucknow: The three-day Model United Nations Conference (MUN-2026), organised by City Montessori School, Rajajipuram Campus I, concluded today with a prize distribution ceremony on the school premises. The third and final day of the conference was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Ranu Chaudhary, Additional Superintendent of Police, CBI, Lucknow, who lit the ceremonial lamp. In his address, Chaudhary described the conference as a highly innovative programme that effectively broadens students’ global perspective.More than 250 student participants from various reputed schools of Lucknow took part in MUN-2026, presenting insightful, articulate, and…

Students showcase their talent in band performances, march past and drill Lucknow: City Montessori School, Gomti Nagar Extension Campus, organised the Inter-School Band Competition “Echoes of Valour–2026” in the school auditorium. Held to commemorate 150 years of Vande Mataram, the competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from various CMS campuses as well as several prestigious schools. The students not only displayed their musical excellence but also presented a remarkable blend of patriotism and team spirit. The competition was inaugurated by the Chief Guest,  Ratn Sanjay, IPS, Additional Director General, Sashastra Seema Bal,…

Lucknow: Reinforcing its commitment to the welfare of railway personnel, the State Bank of India (SBI) branch at Miyaganj in Unnao has handed over an insurance cheque of ₹1 crore to the family of a deceased railway employee under its Railway Salary Package. The claim was settled under the Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) component of the package, highlighting SBI’s prompt response and dedication to supporting the families of railway staff during times of distress. The initiative reflects the bank’s continued efforts to provide financial security and reliable support to its…