Category: Uttar Pradesh

Gonda:  Gonda is set to witness a major religious gathering as the Shri Mehandipur Balaji Parivar prepares to organise Shri Hanumant Katha and Hanumant Mahayagya from November 12 to 20. A 51-kundiya Hanumant Mahayagya will be one of the major attractions of the nine-day spiritual event. A preparatory meeting and press conference were organised at Shri Mahadev Lawn on Sunday, where members of the organising committee shared details of the programme and appealed to devotees to participate in large numbers. Committee member Prateek Tandon said a grand Kalash and Nishan…

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Lucknow: Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow, and the Chambal Archives Trust have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote Indian Knowledge Systems, cultural heritage preservation, documentation, capacity building and academic-industrial collaboration. The MoU was signed on November 2, 2026, under the chairmanship of BBAU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal. The university’s Dean of Academic Affairs, Prof. S. Victor Babu, Manvendra Porwal representing the Chambal Archives Trust, and Registrar Dr Ashwini Kumar Singh were among those present. The agreement aims to strengthen BBAU’s Centre of Excellence in Indian Knowledge…

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Varanasi: Kashi Province emerged overall champion at the regional-level National Group Song Competition organised by Bharat Vikas Parishad, North Central Region-2, in Varanasi on November 1, 2026. Prayagraj Province secured second place, while Naimish Province finished third. Kashi Province also won first place in both Sanskrit and Hindi group singing categories, while securing second position in the group folk song competition. The event was hosted by Bharat Vikas Parishad, Kashi Province, at Alishan Banquet Hall, Modaila, with teams from six provinces participating. The competition aimed to promote patriotism, Indian culture,…

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Surya Pratap Shahi warns of strict action against negligence; reviews departmental budget and scheme implementation Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi has directed officials to ensure the timely availability of quality seeds and fertilisers to farmers across the state for the upcoming Rabi season, warning that any negligence in supply or disregard for farmers’ interests will invite strict action. Chairing a review meeting at Krishi Bhawan in Lucknow, the minister assessed preparations for the Rabi season and instructed regional officials to remain actively engaged in the field. He…

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134 Poor Families Get Permanent Homes, While 134 Fish Farmers Adopt Scientific Practices Under UP-AGREES Project Balrampur: Government housing initiatives and modern fish farming practices are transforming the rural economy of Uttar Pradesh’s border and aspirational district of Balrampur. Through the implementation of welfare schemes and administrative initiatives, the district is witnessing progress in both basic housing security and income generation through technology-driven fisheries. Under rural housing schemes, 134 economically weaker families have been provided permanent houses, offering them greater security against the region’s challenging geographical conditions and seasonal disasters.…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Backward Class Welfare and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Narendra Kashyap, has directed officials to expedite the scrutiny of applications received for the state-level awards recognising persons with disabilities and individuals and institutions making outstanding contributions to the sector. Chairing a review meeting in Lucknow, Kashyap said the state government was implementing several schemes to bring persons with disabilities into the mainstream of development. He emphasised that the awards were intended to recognise achievements, encourage excellence and boost the confidence of…

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Balrampur: A comprehensive rural development programme is being implemented across 25 gram panchayats along the Saryu River in Balrampur district to strengthen basic infrastructure, improve public services and enhance the quality of life of residents in the flood-prone region. In line with the priorities of the Uttar Pradesh government, the district administration has prepared an integrated development plan for these villages, which have long faced floods, riverbank erosion and seasonal waterlogging. Development priorities have been identified according to the geographical and social requirements of each panchayat to ensure that benefits…

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Lucknow: The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is being implemented in Uttar Pradesh to improve the health and nutritional status of pregnant and lactating women while reducing the financial challenges associated with motherhood. Launched in 2017, the scheme provides financial assistance to eligible women to encourage pregnancy registration, antenatal health check-ups, safe childbirth and timely immunisation of newborns. Under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s leadership, its implementation in Uttar Pradesh has been transferred from the Health Department to the Department of Women and Child Development and Nutrition to improve the…

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UP Deputy CM assures priority resolution of concerns of persons with disabilities; promises hassle-free disability certificates, improved social security and equal opportunities Prayagraj/Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya said providing children with disabilities a platform to showcase their talent and build self-confidence was a commendable initiative. He emphasised that persons with disabilities were not a burden on society but a collective social responsibility deserving dignity, support and equal opportunities. Maurya was speaking as the chief guest at the Divyang Samagam and Sanskriti Mahotsav organised at the North…

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Rural women prepare designer earthen lamps, eco-friendly candles, festive idols and gift hampers; demand for their products rises among consumers Lucknow: Villages and cities across Uttar Pradesh are set to shine with handmade festive products prepared by women associated with Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission. With Diwali approaching, these women entrepreneurs are witnessing growing interest in their products, particularly among rural consumers looking for attractive festive gift hampers. Under the leadership and guidance of Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, the State Rural Livelihood…

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