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Yogi Government to Upgrade Polytechnic Colleges

February 10, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Yogi government is set to equip four government polytechnic institutes in the state with world-class facilities. This initiative aims to modernize technical education and provide students with an advanced academic environment. Polytechnic institutes in Sambhal, Mainpuri, Siddharthnagar, and Auraiya have been approved for infrastructure expansion. The institutions include Government Polytechnic, Chandausi (Sambhal), M.M.I.T. (Siddharthnagar), Government Polytechnic, Chhacha Bhogaon (Mainpuri), and M.M.I.T. (Auraiya). These colleges will soon have language labs, lecture halls, tutorial rooms, and girls’ common rooms for student convenience. Additionally, a 50-seater seminar hall and boundary walls…

Mahakumbh 2025: Sangam Bath for 2,000 Senior Citizens

February 10, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow/ Prayagraj: The Uttar Pradesh government announced that it will facilitate the participation of 2,000 senior citizens in the holy dip at Sangam by the conclusion of Mahakumbh. This initiative aims to provide essential services to elderly individuals, particularly those residing in state-run old-age homes, ensuring they can benefit from the facilities available during the grand religious gathering. Under this initiative, the Department of Social Welfare has set up a special pavilion at the banks of Sangam in collaboration with the National Medical Organization and Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation (ALIMCO).…

Pakistan’s Hindu Devotees Visit Maha Kumbh for the First Time

February 10, 2025 Arijit Bose

Maha Kumbh Nagar: Witnessing the grandeur and divinity of the Maha Kumbh, Hindu devotees from Pakistan’s Sindh province could not resist the spiritual calling. For the first time, a group of 68 devotees from Sindh arrived at the Maha Kumbh on Thursday, marking a historic moment. The delegation, staying at Shri Gurukrishna Camp (Sector-9), expressed their deep emotions upon reaching India. Gobind Ram Makhija, a member of the group, shared his excitement: “We always had a heartfelt desire to visit the Maha Kumbh. After hearing about it on social media,…

AI-Enhanced Consumer Helpline Sees Surge in Faster Resolutions

February 10, 2025 Arijit Bose

New Delhi: The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) has led to a significant surge in the number of complaints received, while also improving the efficiency of complaint resolution, according to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs. The AI-driven platform has recorded more than a tenfold increase in grievances, coupled with a more effective resolution process. AI-Enhanced Consumer Helpline: Sharp Rise in Complaints As per ministry data: The average monthly complaints in 2017 stood at 37,062, which has tripled to 112,468 in 2024. The number of…

Magh Purnima 2025: Tight Security Measures

February 10, 2025 Arijit Bose

Mahakumbh Nagar: In light of the incidents during Mauni Amavasya, the administration has decided to implement special security measures for the Magh Purnima bathing festival. Scheduled for February 12, this significant bathing event will witness the deployment of paramilitary forces at Sangam and other major ghats along the Ganga. The police and administration have devised a new strategy to ensure the day proceeds smoothly and securely. Magh Purnima 2025: Robust Security Arrangements To manage the massive crowd and maintain security, paramilitary forces will be stationed along with personnel from the…

Bhagidari Sahitya Utsav 2025: A Festival for Marginalised Voices

February 9, 2025February 9, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow – The second edition of Bhagidari Sahitya Utsav was successfully held at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Raebareli Road, Lucknow, bringing together distinguished personalities, inspiring discussions, and vibrant cultural performances. The event was graced by esteemed guests, including Dr. Kalpana Saroj, renowned entrepreneur and Padma Shri awardee, Shiv Kumar Dwivedi, Vice-Chancellor of BBAU, Asim Arun, Minister of Social Welfare, Uttar Pradesh, and Kanak Rekha Chauhan, founder of Metaphor Lucknow LitFest. Inspiring Words and Grand Opening The festival commenced with an opening address by Asim Arun, who motivated students and…

Dr. S.Y. Quraishi calls for strengthening Basic Education

February 9, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Literacy leads to employment, and school education forms the foundation of knowledge. To ensure quality education for all, greater efforts must be made. These views were expressed by former Chief Election Commissioner Dr. S. Y. Quraishi during the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Mumtaz PG College, Daliganj. On this occasion, he, along with other distinguished guests, inaugurated the Alliance for Economic and Educational Development of the Underprivileged (AEEEDU) Common Study Center at the college. The event, organized under the aegis of Anjuman Islahul Muslimeen in collaboration with AEEEDU, featured a…

‘Solar Man of UP’, honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

February 8, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Tariq Hasan Naqvi, popularly known as the ‘Solar Man of Uttar Pradesh’, has been honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for his remarkable contributions in the field of solar energy. The award was presented to him during the concluding ceremony of the National Solar and E-Vehicle Expo, organized by the UP Solar Power Development Association. The event took place at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, where Uttar Pradesh’s Finance and Parliamentary Affairs Minister, Suresh Khanna, conferred the award upon Naqvi. This recognition highlights Naqvi’s dedication and outstanding work in…

Record Allocation boosts U.P’s Development Plans

February 8, 2025 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is poised to receive a substantial allocation of approximately Rs 4 lakh crore from the Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26. This significant funding comes as part of the state’s increased share in central taxes, coupled with substantial grants and interest-free loans aimed at accelerating development initiatives across the region. According to State Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna, Uttar Pradesh has been allocated Rs 2.55 lakh crore from central taxes for FY 2025-26, marking an increase from Rs 2.18 lakh crore in the original budget for…

Bonsai Queen : Priyanshi Dayanand’s Journey with Ecomitra

February 8, 2025 Arijit Bose

Nistha Agrawal Priyanshi Dayanand, a young entrepreneur from Lucknow, has turned her passion for plants into a thriving venture that blends art, sustainability, and nature. Founder of “Ecomitra,” an organization specializing in bonsai, birdfeeders, garden landscapes, and hand-painted decorative pots, Priyanshi’s journey is an inspiring tale of turning a hobby into a life’s mission. Born and raised in Lucknow, Priyanshi completed her schooling at St. Paul’s College and graduated from Awadh Girls’ Degree College. It was during her post-graduation in Economics at the University of Lucknow that her fascination for…