Inter-College Karate Championship (Men & Women) Held at Rohilkhand University

Bareilly: Under the guidance of the Vice-Chancellor, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University successfully organised an Inter-College Karate Championship (Men/Women) at the Pandit Deendayal Sports Complex on the university campus. Students from various affiliated colleges participated with great enthusiasm, displaying skill, discipline and true sportsmanship. The competition witnessed spirited performances by both male and female karate players, and outstanding athletes were shortlisted on the basis of merit and performance. Selected players will represent the university at the All India Inter-University Karate Championship (Men/Women) 2025–26, being organised by Dibrugarh University. The event…

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Teachers Hold Torch March in Gonda Protesting TET Mandate for In-Service Educators

Gonda: Hundreds of teachers under the banner of the United Teachers Association (UTA) staged a torch march in Gonda on Tuesday to protest against the mandatory requirement of the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for teachers who were appointed before the implementation of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act. The march was led by UTA district president Ravi Prakash Singh. A large number of teachers gathered at Gandhi Park and proceeded in a torch procession towards Ambedkar Chauraha, raising slogans demanding withdrawal of the rule and exemption…

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Teachers Submit Memorandum Opposing TET Mandate for In-Service Teachers in Gonda

Gonda: Teachers from Block Mujehna in Gonda submitted a memorandum opposing the mandatory requirement of the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for in-service teachers, following a call by the Akhil Bharatiya Sanyukt Shikshak Mahasangh. The initiative was led by Sharad Kumar Singh under the banner of the Uttar Pradeshiya Prathmik Shikshak Sangh. Teachers from various schools in Block Mujehna jointly signed and sent the memorandum through postcards and emails to several top constitutional authorities. The memorandum was addressed to Droupadi Murmu, Narendra Modi, Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, Yogi Adityanath, the Union and…

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Grand Conclusion of Scout–Rovers–Rangers Training Camp in Gonda; SP Inspires Youth for Nation Building

Gonda: A five-day Scout, Rovers and Rangers training and inspection camp concluded on Tuesday evening at Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Degree College with an enthusiastic closing ceremony. The event ended at around 5:30 pm in the presence of the chief guest, Vineet Jaiswal, who encouraged participants and praised their dedication. Addressing the gathering, the Superintendent of Police highlighted the importance of scouting activities in shaping responsible citizens. He said such programmes help develop discipline, teamwork, leadership qualities and a spirit of service among young people. Emphasising the role of youth…

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Trust and Technology Key Pillars of Uttar Pradesh’s Transformation: Yogi Adityanath

Lucknow: A delegation of senior officers from the National Defence College, under the National Security and Strategic Study programme of the Ministry of Defence, called on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow and held an interaction on governance, security, and development initiatives in the state. The delegation included senior officers from the Indian Armed Forces, representatives of foreign militaries, and officials from the Government of India civil services currently undergoing training under the strategic studies programme. Addressing the delegation, the Chief Minister said that trust and technology have…

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Bougainvillea Festival Concludes at CSIR-NBRI; Winners Honoured with Awards

Lucknow: The two-day Bougainvillea Festival organized by the CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), Lucknow, concluded with a grand prize distribution ceremony on Sunday. The event, held on March 14–15, celebrated the beauty and diversity of bougainvillea plants and attracted enthusiastic participation from gardeners, nurseries and horticulture enthusiasts across the city. The ceremony was graced by the Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Anandiben Patel, who attended as the Chief Guest and presented awards to the winners of various competitions. Addressing the gathering, Dr. A.K. Shasany, Director of CSIR-NBRI, congratulated the winners and…

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‘An Evening of Ghazals’ Enchants Audience at Lucknow Book Fair

Lucknow: Poetry and music filled the air as Sahityakar Sansad and Naman Prakashan organised a special programme titled “An Evening of Ghazals” during the ongoing Lucknow Book Fair. The literary gathering brought together poets, writers, and literature lovers for an evening dedicated to the beauty of Urdu poetry. The programme began with a Vani Vandana presented by poet Anil Anwar. Guests at the event were welcomed and felicitated by Manoj Singh Chandel, Aawara Naveen, Munendra Shukla, Sudeep Upreti, and Pratishtha Shukla. Presiding over the event, noted poet Ramprakash Bekhud captivated…

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Lucknow Book Fair Draws Crowds on Day Three at Ravindralaya, Charbagh

Lucknow: The third day of the ongoing Lucknow Book Fair at Ravindralaya Charbagh witnessed enthusiastic participation from readers, families, and literature lovers, with the venue buzzing with activity from morning until late evening on Sunday. Visitors to the fair found a diverse collection of books ranging from classical literature and traditional medicine to modern subjects such as artificial intelligence. At the Sharma Book Stall from Prayagraj, readers showed keen interest in titles like Hakim Luqman Ke Chamatkari Nuskhe, Dhanvantari Krit Ayurvedic Nighantu, Vrihad Booti Prakash, Bhartiya Jadi Bootiyan, and Chikitsa…

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Lucknow Book Fair: ‘Vande Mataram’ Spirit Reflected Through Colours and Lines

Lucknow: A unique artistic tribute to the national song Vande Mataram was showcased at the Lucknow Book Fair, where a special painting workshop celebrated the 150th anniversary of the iconic composition. The event was held at Ravindralaya on Sunday. Organised as part of the book fair activities, the workshop witnessed a team of 11 young artists collaboratively creating a grand painting on a 3×15-foot canvas from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The initiative was coordinated by noted artist and art critic Bhupendra Kumar Asthana, who led the artists in expressing…

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Journalists Honoured During Golden Jubilee Celebrations at Rohilkhand University

Bareilly: Journalists from print and electronic media were felicitated at a special ceremony held at the Sports Complex of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University as part of the university’s Golden Jubilee celebrations. The event recognized the valuable role played by media professionals in widely covering the institution’s activities during its 50th anniversary year. Vice-Chancellor Prof. K. P. Singh presented mementos to journalists in appreciation of their contribution. Expressing gratitude to the media, he said their positive and consistent coverage had significantly helped highlight the university’s achievements and progress. Prof. Singh…

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