Category: Uttar Pradesh

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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Lucknow: Emphasizing a balanced approach to healthcare, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that a strong combination of preventive measures and an efficient treatment system will form the foundation of India’s long-term health security. Addressing the annual conference ‘NIC-2026’ organized by the Cardiological Society of India at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, the Chief Minister underlined the urgent need to shift from a treatment-centric model to one that equally prioritizes prevention through awareness and lifestyle changes. Healthy Citizens Key to a Strong Nation “A healthy citizen leads to a healthy…

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Yogi govt strengthens the Gyan Bharatam Mission, giving new direction to knowledge preservation Manuscripts preserved in temples, monasteries, and private collections to be digitized Survey to be conducted via Gyan Bharatam Mobile App, GPS-based data collection Researchers and students to get global opportunities for study Lucknow/Kanpur: With the objective of preserving India’s traditional knowledge system and taking it to the global stage, the Yogi government has accelerated the Gyan Bharatam Mission in mission mode across Uttar Pradesh. In this sequence, a district-level committee meeting was held in Kanpur Nagar under…

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Investment proposals worth ₹3,000 crore to add new chapters to Buddhist Tourism Centres Lucknow: In the Yogi government’s vision to establish Uttar Pradesh as the spiritual capital of the world, the Buddhist Circuit is set to emerge as a significant milestone. Stretching from Sarnath to Kushinagar and from Shravasti to Kapilvastu, this spiritual corridor is no longer just a center of religious faith. It is rapidly evolving into a powerful medium for global tourism, investment, and cultural diplomacy. The recently concluded International Buddhist Conclave 2026 in Kushinagar has added a…

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Agriculture Department appeals to farmers following incidents of fire. Farmers are also being made aware about unseasonal rains; if grains get wet, they should be stored only after the moisture level reduces to around 10%. Lucknow: The Agriculture Department is spreading awareness among farmers following incidents of fire in fields and threshing grounds in some districts of the state. The department has instructed agriculture officers posted in various districts to reach out to farmers and make them aware that many are currently troubled by unseasonal rains, while incidents of fire…

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