Cultural Programmes Add Colour to Maheshwari Mahila Sangathan Executive Committee Meeting in Gonda

 Gonda: The first executive committee and working committee meeting of the Eastern Uttar Pradesh Maheshwari Mahila Sangathan was held on Saturday night at Shri Ram Janaki Marwari Dharamshala in Rani Bazar, Gonda. The meeting was hosted by the Maheshwari Mahila Sangathan, Gonda. The meeting brought together office-bearers and members of the organisation from across Eastern Uttar Pradesh. State president Rekha Somani, state secretary Manisha Chola, along with Shashi Never, Seema Laddha, Bharti Karwa and Mamta Rathi, attended the meeting. Members and office-bearers from Varanasi, Mirzapur and Lucknow were also present.…

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Awadh Mahotsav Auditions and General Knowledge Test Held in Gonda; Grand Cultural Programme and Talent Felicitation on August 26

Gonda: Gonda: Auditions and a general knowledge examination for various competitions under the 7th Awadh Mahotsav 2026 – “Change for Gonda” were organised at Uddeshya Classes in Gonda. Participants took part enthusiastically and showcased their talent and knowledge. Auditions were conducted for participants in dance, singing, poetry, art and other competitions, while a written examination was held for the general knowledge competition. A large number of participants took part in the selection process with enthusiasm. The event was organised under the coordination of Awadh Mahotsav convenor Avinash Singh and the…

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Helmets Distributed to Kanwar Pilgrims in Bareilly to Promote Road Safety

 Bareilly: A road safety awareness campaign for Kanwar pilgrims was launched in Bareilly on Saturday under the chairmanship of Divisional Commissioner Shambhu Kumar. The initiative was organised by the Central U.P. Chambers of Commerce & Industries in front of Bareilly Club to promote safe travel practices among pilgrims undertaking the Kanwar Yatra on motorcycles. During the programme, helmets were distributed to around 100 Kanwar pilgrims who were travelling without protective headgear. The pilgrims were encouraged to wear helmets and follow traffic rules to ensure a safe journey. Addressing the gathering,…

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Talented Students Shine at First Inter-Jaipuria Annual Quiz Competition

Kanpur: The Grand Finale of the first Inter-Jaipuria Annual Quiz Competition was held with great fanfare at Seth Anandram Jaipuria Group of Schools. Students showcased impressive knowledge, confidence, quick thinking, and team spirit throughout the competition. Based on the theme ‘Hamara Bharat’, the competition saw participation from talented students of Classes 6 to 8 across Seth Anandram Jaipuria Schools. The event became a memorable celebration of the spirit of learning and students’ intellectual curiosity, with their knowledge tested across a range of subjects including science, technology, history, geography, culture, sports,…

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Sawan Celebrated in Style as Saavni Saloni Season 4 Honours Women and Tradition

Lucknow: The city witnessed a distinctive celebration of Sawan today as Saavni Saloni – Season 4 was held at Hotel Taj, drawing enthusiastic participation from women across age groups. The event featured Kajris performed in various dialects, with the Kajri Dangal segment reviving the traditional spirit associated with the Sawan season. A specially staged Shiv-Parvati street play was among the highlights, receiving widespread appreciation from attendees. The evening’s centrepiece, however, was the Ramp Walk, which organisers described as a departure from conventional fashion shows. Speaking on the occasion, Parul Sharma,…

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UP–Japan Investment Meet 2026: Uttar Pradesh, Japan’s Yamanashi Deepen Cooperation on Green Hydrogen

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh took a significant step towards strengthening its clean-energy ecosystem with a high-level meeting between the state government and a delegation from Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture on cooperation in green hydrogen technology, production, research and investment. The meeting, held at Taj Hotel in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, as part of the UP–Japan Investment Meet 2026, was attended by Uttar Pradesh Energy Minister A.K. Sharma, senior officials of the Energy Department, representatives of the renewable energy sector and Governor of Yamanashi Prefecture Kotaro Nagasaki along with members of his delegation. The…

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Balrampur District Cooperative Bank Gets Government Nod, ₹14.90 Crore Provision Made

Balrampur: The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the formation of the Balrampur District Cooperative Bank Limited, marking a significant step towards strengthening the cooperative banking network in the region and expanding access to modern financial services for farmers and rural communities. The government has issued a notification granting permission for the establishment of the district cooperative bank and directed the concerned authorities to initiate further action. A provision of ₹14.90 crore has been made for setting up the bank. The proposed Balrampur District Cooperative Bank will have jurisdiction over Balrampur…

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Research Identity Should Be Built on Quality, Ethics and Social Relevance, Not Numbers: Rohilkhand University VC

Bareilly: The identity of a university and its researchers should be defined not by the number of research papers or scholars, but by the quality, credibility, originality and social relevance of their work, Vice-Chancellor of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Prof KP Singh, said at the “Next Gen Scholar Orientation Conclave” held at the Atal Auditorium. The conclave was organised by the Directorate of Research under the inspiration of university Chancellor and Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and the patronage of Vice-Chancellor Prof KP Singh. Experts from India and abroad…

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Rohilkhand University Inaugurates Central Maintenance Cell Office

Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, has inaugurated the new office of its Central Maintenance Cell (CMC) as part of efforts to streamline and strengthen maintenance services across the university campus. The new office was inaugurated by Vice-Chancellor Prof KP Singh. Under the new arrangement, personnel responsible for electrical, plumbing and civil maintenance services across the university have been brought together at a single location. The centralised system is expected to improve coordination and execution of maintenance-related work on campus. It will also facilitate faster response to complaints and…

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‘Drug-Free Youth for Developed India’ District-Level Competitions Held at MJPRU in Bareilly

Bareilly: District-level competitions under the campaign “Drug-Free Youth for Developed India” were organised at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, with the objective of spreading awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse and encouraging young people to participate in positive, creative and socially constructive activities. The programme was organised by MY Bharat, Bareilly, under the guidance of MY Bharat Deputy Director Pushpa Singh. The initiative was conducted by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, as part of efforts to promote a drug-free society and…

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