Category: Uttar Pradesh

State Wins Top Honours at PM Surya Ghar Awards Ceremony; Lucknow Emerges as India’s No. 1 Solar District Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has achieved remarkable success in the solar energy sector, securing top positions in multiple categories at the PM Surya Ghar Awards Ceremony held in New Delhi. The achievement highlights the state’s growing leadership in promoting clean and renewable energy across the country. Under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, Uttar Pradesh secured third place nationally in the “Top Three State Installations” category, based on the number of solar installations completed.…

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Bareilly: District Magistrate Avinash Singh inspected the newly constructed Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) building at Khalilpur near Rampur Road Crossing and reviewed the arrangements and infrastructure developed for its operation. Constructed by the Uttar Pradesh State Construction Corporation, the facility is expected to play a crucial role in strengthening scientific investigation and forensic analysis in criminal cases across the region. During the inspection, the District Magistrate examined the quality of construction, structural arrangements, security measures, and various laboratory sections within the building. He also sought detailed information from officials regarding the…

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Lucknow: Preparations are underway for a grand Shri Ram Katha by revered spiritual leader Jagadguru Rambhadracharya, scheduled to be held from June 1 to June 9 at the Brij Ki Rasoi premises on Sitapur Road in Lucknow. Ahead of the event, an organizing committee led by Neeraj Bora met Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and formally invited him to attend the religious gathering. During the meeting, the Chief Minister unveiled the official poster of the event, which features a specially designed katha stage inspired by the architecture of the Shri Ram…

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Lucknow: With diabetes emerging as a growing public health concern, the Faculty of Yoga and Alternative Medicine at University of Lucknow organized a seminar on “Diabetes Management Through Yoga” to raise awareness about preventive and holistic approaches to managing the disease. The seminar brought together students, researchers, teachers, and health enthusiasts to discuss the role of yoga and lifestyle modifications in controlling diabetes and improving overall well-being. Addressing the gathering as the keynote speaker, Rakesh Kumar Srivastava highlighted the importance of integrating yoga into daily life for effective diabetes management.…

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Varanasi: After successfully hosting several high-profile G20 events, the ancient city of Varanasi is set to welcome another major international gathering as the Second BRICS Culture Working Group Meeting takes place on June 4 and 5. The event is expected to further strengthen Uttar Pradesh’s emergence as a key destination for global diplomatic and cultural engagements under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The two-day meeting, scheduled at the Taj Hotel in Varanasi, will bring together senior diplomats, policymakers, cultural experts, and distinguished delegates from BRICS member nations. The…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has recorded one of the sharpest increases in alcohol consumption among men in the country, even as national trends show a decline, according to the latest findings of the National Family Health Survey. The NFHS-6 report for 2023-24 reveals a significant rise in alcohol and tobacco use among adults in the state, particularly in rural areas, raising concerns among public health experts about the growing burden of lifestyle-related diseases such as hypertension and high blood sugar. Alcohol Consumption Among Men Rises Sharply According to the survey, the…

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Lucknow: In a significant welfare initiative, the Uttar Pradesh government has accelerated efforts to provide cashless healthcare facilities to cooks, Shiksha Mitras, special educators, teachers, and other personnel associated with government schools, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs), and the PM Poshan Scheme. The move is part of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath‘s commitment to employee welfare and social security for frontline education and nutrition workers. The Basic Education Department has launched a statewide implementation drive to ensure eligible beneficiaries and their families receive healthcare coverage in a timely manner. According to…

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Lucknow: In a touching tribute to her late father, Padmaja, the younger daughter of Prateek Yadav, has chosen to preserve his memory through a deeply personal tattoo. The artwork, inked on her hand, depicts her father lovingly embracing her, symbolizing an everlasting bond between the two. The emotional gesture has drawn widespread attention after tattoo artist Sakshi Panwar shared a video of the tattooing process on Instagram. In the video, Padmaja can be seen getting the portrait tattooed on her hand and repeatedly admiring it with visible emotion. According to…

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Lucknow: In a significant step towards Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s vision of transforming Uttar Pradesh into a trillion-dollar economy, the state government is preparing to host the UP International Trade Show (UPITS) 2026, a flagship event aimed at connecting the state’s products, services, technology, and innovations with global markets. Building on the success of its previous three editions, UPITS has emerged as a premier platform for showcasing Uttar Pradesh’s industrial strength and entrepreneurial potential. The event is expected to create new growth opportunities for industries, micro, small and medium enterprises…

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