Category: Uttar Pradesh

Minister Reviews Revenue Department Performance, Emphasizes Transparency, Technology, and Swift Disposal of Pending Cases Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (Revenue) Surendra Diler chaired a high-level review meeting of the Revenue Department at the Annexe Building in Lucknow, stressing the need for greater transparency, efficiency, and citizen-centric governance in revenue administration. The meeting focused on assessing the progress of various departmental schemes, development initiatives, and public service delivery mechanisms. Senior officials from the Revenue Council, Relief Commissioner’s Office, Consolidation Department, Land Acquisition Directorate, and other associated agencies participated in the…

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Uttar Pradesh Combines Massive Infrastructure Expansion with Strong Fiscal Discipline, Says Deepak Kumar InvITs, REITs and strategic partnerships set to unlock the next wave of infrastructure investment and asset monetisation Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh reinforced its position as one of India’s fastest-growing economic and infrastructure powerhouses at the Uttar Pradesh Infrastructure Conclave 2026, held in Lucknow hotel, where policymakers, industry leaders and investors discussed strategies to accelerate investments, unlock infrastructure value, and propel the state towards its trillion-dollar economy goal. Delivering the keynote address on “Uttar Pradesh: The Infrastructure Engine of…

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Lucknow: In a significant step towards promoting rural entrepreneurship and creating self-employment opportunities, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has approved financial assistance of ₹10 crore for the implementation of the Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP) during the financial year 2026-27. The initiative is aimed at strengthening the rural economy by encouraging entrepreneurship among rural youth, women, and members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs). The programme seeks to support the establishment and growth of small enterprises in villages, generating sustainable livelihood opportunities at the grassroots level. Speaking about the…

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Lucknow: A two-day workshop on the renowned Bengal folk painting tradition, Kalighat Patachitra, commenced  at Kokoro Art Gallery, offering participants a unique opportunity to learn and experience one of India’s most celebrated folk art forms. The workshop is being conducted under the guidance of senior folk artist Manoranjan Chitrakar from West Bengal, who is introducing participants to the history, techniques, and cultural significance of Kalighat Patachitra. Around 25 participants from Lucknow, Ayodhya, and nearby areas have enrolled in the programme. During the inaugural session, attendees were introduced to the historical…

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Bareilly: The Department of Law at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU) has announced the introduction of three new specialized and career-oriented LL.M. programmes from the academic session 2026-27. The courses have been approved following permission from Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and the consent of Vice-Chancellor Prof. K. P. Singh. The newly introduced programmes are LL.M. in Cyber Law, LL.M. in Business and Corporate Law, and LL.M. Executive, designed to meet the evolving demands of the legal profession and industry. According to Dean and Head of the Department of…

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New Delhi/Lucknow: The Election Commission of India (ECI) organized a significant one-day national conference for Media and Communication Officers, bringing together Media Nodal Officers (MNOs), Social Media Nodal Officers (SMNOs), and District Media Nodal Officers/Public Relations Officers (PROs) from across the country. The workshop served as a platform to strengthen election-related communication strategies and enhance coordination among media officials. More than 350 media and communication professionals participated in the conference, representing all 36 States and Union Territories. The event also included district-level officers from states and UTs where the third…

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Bareilly: Dr. Anil Kumar Yadav has officially assumed charge as the new Controller of Examinations at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly. The formal handover of responsibilities was conducted by Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh, who extended his best wishes to Dr. Yadav on taking up the important assignment. Following the assumption of office, Dr. Yadav visited various sections of the university’s examination administration, including the Examination Department, Confidential Section, Highly Confidential Section, and Chart Room. During the inspection, he interacted with employees and encouraged them to ensure the timely…

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Bareilly: In a significant initiative aimed at promoting women’s empowerment and economic self-reliance, the Women Welfare Department and the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) jointly organized a large-scale “Enrollment Campaign and Skill Enhancement Programme” in Bareilly. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from hundreds of women associated with the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM). The programme was designed to create awareness among women about their legal rights while simultaneously connecting them with employment-oriented activities, vocational training opportunities, and self-employment schemes. Organizers emphasized that empowering women through knowledge, skills, and livelihood opportunities…

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Bareilly: District Magistrate Avinash Singh chaired a review meeting on the quality disposal of complaints registered under the Integrated Grievance Redressal System (IGRS) at the Collectorate Auditorium on Wednesday. The meeting focused on ensuring effective and satisfactory resolution of public grievances through improved monitoring and verification mechanisms. During the meeting, the District Magistrate directed officials to launch a special campaign from June 1 to June 30, 2026, for the re-examination of cases that were either closed under the “special close” category or had received unsatisfactory feedback from complainants during the…

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Gonda: As part of efforts to assess flood preparedness and strengthen disaster response mechanisms ahead of the monsoon season, a large-scale mock drill and Exercise-2026 was conducted across three tehsils of Gonda district on Thursday. The major disaster management exercise was held in Godiyan Purwa, a hamlet of Aliparsauli village in the flood-prone Tarabganj tehsil, under the supervision of District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan. The mock drill was organized to evaluate the readiness and coordination of various departments, including disaster management, health, revenue, police, and emergency response agencies, in the event…

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