Category: Uttar Pradesh

Balrampur: The Nutrition Rehabilitation Centre (NRC), run by the state government in Balrampur, has emerged as a lifeline in the district’s fight against child malnutrition, giving children up to five years of age a chance at a healthy life. Located on the District Joint Hospital campus, the centre continues to play a leading role in treating children suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) and related medical complications. Operating under the National Health Mission since April 21, 2015, the centre has so far admitted 2,398 severely malnourished children from the district…

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Bareilly: Vice-Chancellor of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Prof. Anil Kumar Rai, conducted a special inspection of the University Student Support Centre (USSC) and reviewed the functioning of various student-focused offices located there. During his visit, the Vice-Chancellor inspected the offices of the Dean of Student Welfare (DSW), Chief Proctor and National Service Scheme (NSS). He also held a meeting with members of the DSW Board and other faculty members to discuss issues related to student welfare and campus facilities. Rai said students were the primary stakeholders of the university…

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Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, is organising a series of public awareness and creative activities under Seva Sankalp Abhiyan-2026, in accordance with government directions. The campaign aims to highlight public welfare initiatives and achievements associated with the Prime Minister’s long public service tenure and encourage citizens to participate in the collective vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. As part of the campaign, the University Cultural Centre staged a street play under the programme “Namo Seva—Unkahi Kahaniyan” on Sunday. Students from the University Cultural Centre and Cultural Club participated enthusiastically in…

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Lucknow: Urban Development and Energy Minister A.K. Sharma held a public hearing at his residence on Monday and listened to grievances brought by people from different parts of Uttar Pradesh. He directed officials to ensure the prompt, time-bound and effective resolution of the complaints. During the public hearing, residents raised issues related to electricity connections, correction of power bills, drinking water supply, sewerage, waterlogging and other urban civic services. Sharma instructed the concerned officials to take immediate cognisance of the complaints and ensure their resolution within a stipulated timeframe. Several…

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Lucknow: Urban Development and Energy Minister A.K. Sharma reviewed the situation arising from recent heavy rainfall in Uttar Pradesh and assessed relief and restoration measures being undertaken in affected areas. During a meeting with senior officials of the Urban Development and Energy departments, Sharma directed officials to ensure early restoration of civic amenities and complete all necessary arrangements ahead of the upcoming festivals. Reviewing the Urban Development Department, the minister took stock of waterlogging, drainage, sanitation and measures to prevent communicable diseases in urban areas. He directed officials to give…

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Sambhal: Sambhal’s traditional craftsmanship and culinary heritage are set to receive an international platform at the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS-2026), scheduled from September 25 to 29 at India Expo Centre and Mart in Greater Noida. Under the state’s One District One Product (ODOP), One District One Cuisine (ODOC) and MSME initiatives, seven enterprises and artisans from Sambhal have been allotted stalls across different exhibition halls. The five-day trade show, spread over more than 1.10 lakh square metres, is expected to feature over 2,400 exhibitors and attract international buyers…

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Greater Noida: At the fourth Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS), held at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal spoke about the state’s industrial and business progress. He said that investments in expressways, airports, industrial parks, defence, semiconductors and electronics reflect how much the state is changing. He urged entrepreneurs to make the most of India’s free trade agreements, take local products to global markets, and keep raising quality and innovation. Goyal said Uttar Pradesh has begun a new chapter of development…

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Greater Noida/Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh’s Urban Development and Energy Minister A.K. Sharma said that scientific solid waste management can secure the sanitation, environment and future of coming generations in the state’s cities. He was speaking at a seminar on solid waste management organized by the Urban Development Department during the state’s Fourth International Trade Show, held at the Noida Expo Mart. Addressing the gathering, Sharma said solid waste management is not merely a matter of cleanliness but is closely tied to the health, environment, economy and future generations of India’s cities.…

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Insured farmers should report crop damage on toll-free number 14447 within 72 hours Farmers can also file written complaints with Agriculture Department; joint team to conduct on-site survey Gonda — Taking serious note of the damage caused to farmers’ crops by strong winds and rainfall in the district, District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan has directed the concerned departmental officials to conduct a time-bound survey of the affected crops and ensure that eligible farmers receive claims under the crop insurance scheme as per rules. In line with the District Magistrate’s directions, a joint…

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Bareilly — A review meeting on the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) was held yesterday at the Collectorate auditorium under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Avinash Singh, along with other members of the Municipal Corporation’s NCAP committee. The meeting undertook a detailed review of the progress of works being carried out under the NCAP by the Municipal Corporation, the Public Works Department, and other departments. The District Magistrate directed that all works sanctioned under NCAP be completed before the elections, and that no laxity be shown in the quality of construction…

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