Category: Uttar Pradesh

Sonamukhi/Purba Medinipur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath intensified the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) campaign in West Bengal on Sunday, addressing massive public rallies in Sonamukhi, Nandakumar, and Kanthi Dakshin Assembly constituencies. In a series of sharp political attacks, he targeted the ruling All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), Left parties, and Congress, accusing them of fostering lawlessness, appeasement politics, and corruption in the state. Addressing enthusiastic crowds, Adityanath claimed that “goondaism” by TMC and Left cadres could only be countered by the BJP, asserting that a “double-engine government” would restore…

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Lucknow: Stressing the need to safeguard the rights, dignity, and welfare of workers across the state, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued comprehensive directives to ensure strict compliance with labour laws in all industrial units. During a high-level review meeting held late Saturday evening, the Chief Minister took serious note of emerging discontent among workers in certain industrial areas and recent protests. He instructed all industrial development authorities to establish direct communication with industrial bodies, representatives, and unit managements within the next 24 hours, emphasizing dialogue as the…

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Lucknow: The cultural evening “Parampara 2026 – An Evening of Music and Dance” witnessed a grand celebration of Kathak at the Kala Mandapam auditorium in Kaiserbagh, organised by the Padmaja Kala Sansthan. The event was conceptualised and directed by internationally acclaimed Kathak exponent Dr. Akanksha Srivastava. The event was graced by renowned folk singer Malini Awasthi as the Chief Guest, while noted litterateur and educationist Vidya Bindu Singh attended as the Guest of Honour. The guests were welcomed by the organization’s president Subhash Chandra Srivastava. During the event, distinguished artists…

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Lucknow: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited the residence of former Lucknow Mahanagar General Secretary Ram Avtar Kannaujia in Thakurganj to express his condolences following the demise of his wife, former Daulatganj ward councillor Late Rani Kannaujia. During the visit, Rajnath Singh paid floral tribute to the portrait of the departed soul and met the bereaved family members, conveying his heartfelt sympathies. He also prayed for eternal peace of the departed soul. Several prominent leaders were present on the occasion, including Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, Mahanagar President Anand…

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Focus on Inclusive Growth, Infrastructure, and Cultural Heritage Lucknow: Defence Minister and Lucknow MP Rajnath Singh inaugurated multiple public welfare projects worth ₹58.27 crore in the city during the annual event of the Gomtinagar Jan Kalyan Mahasamiti. The inauguration ceremony, held at Laxman Mandapam in Gomti Nagar, was attended by several prominent leaders including Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Seth, Mayor Sushma Kharkwal, and other dignitaries. At the press of a button, the leaders jointly inaugurated a series of key projects, including community and…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak stated that transformative changes in the MSME sector have significantly expanded employment opportunities for youth across the state. He was addressing the gathering as Chief Guest at the MSME ODOP–ODOC Summit/Expo organized by Udyog Samvad at Hotel Renaissance, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. Highlighting government initiatives, Pathak said that alongside the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme, efforts are also being made to promote One District One Cuisine (ODOC). He noted that this initiative would help local food products reach every district in the…

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Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh): A CBSE teachers’ training workshop on the theme “Promoting Mental Health and Well-being among Students” was successfully conducted at Seth M.R. Jaipuria School Goel Campus, highlighting the growing importance of emotional well-being in education. The session was led by distinguished resource persons  Arpana Awasthi, PGT from Kanpur Public School Kannauj, and  Shubhangi Arya, PGT from Kunskapsskolan Lucknow. Both experts brought valuable insights and practical experience to the workshop. The programme began with a warm welcome, followed by an engaging introduction emphasizing the increasing relevance of mental health…

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Lucknow: As the 2026–27 academic session gathers pace across Uttar Pradesh, a growing wave of resentment is building among parents of students enrolled in private schools in Lucknow. Allegations of exploitative practices have gone viral across social media platforms and parent WhatsApp groups, with many accusing certain institutions of operating a virtual “loot shop” by forcing families to purchase essential academic materials from designated vendors at inflated prices. Parents claim that schools are mandating the purchase of books, uniforms, notebooks, stationery, school bags, and even minor items such as chalk…

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