Category: Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has accelerated efforts to complete long-pending land consolidation proceedings in villages to help farmers access government welfare schemes and resolve land-related issues. Following Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s directions, Consolidation Commissioner Dr Hrishikesh Bhaskar Yashod has ordered the withdrawal of consolidation proceedings in six villages across four districts under Section 6(1) of the Uttar Pradesh Consolidation of Holdings Act. The decision applies to villages where progress has been hindered by development plans, river erosion, insufficient cultivable land, industrial development, factional disputes or other persistent obstacles. The…

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Bareilly: The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is encouraging the adoption of rooftop solar energy in Bareilly, helping households reduce electricity expenses while promoting clean and sustainable power. The scheme aims to provide eligible households with up to 300 units of free electricity per month through solar power. Mohit Yadav, a resident of Harunagla in Bareilly, is among the beneficiaries who have installed an on-grid rooftop solar system under the scheme. According to the district administration, solar power now meets most of his household’s daily electricity requirements, bringing his…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has expanded its power infrastructure over the past nine-and-a-half years, with investments in electricity generation, transmission, distribution and consumer services, according to a state government statement. Under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the government has focused on improving electricity availability for households, farmers, industries, businesses and other consumers. The state currently has 60,858 circuit kilometres of transmission lines and has established 765 new power substations with a combined capacity of 2,05,632 MVA. These include seven 765-kV, 45 400-kV, 173 220-kV and 490 132-kV substations. The government claims electricity…

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Lucknow: The Railway Ramlila Dussehra Committee and Bharat Milap Procession, Alambagh, presented key episodes from the Ramayana, featuring the dialogue between Ravana and Marich, the abduction of Sita and the battle between Ravana and Jatayu. The performance depicted the arrival of Lord Ram, Lakshman and Sita at Panchavati, where Shurpanakha approached them in disguise. Following Lakshman’s response to her advances, he cut off her nose, prompting her to approach her brother Ravana for revenge. Enraged, Ravana devised a plan to abduct Sita with the help of the magical Marich, who…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has emphasised that the health, education and empowerment of women are essential for securing the nation’s present and building a brighter future. Referring to Goddess Skandamata, worshipped during Navratri, he described her as the embodiment of affection, motherhood and nourishment. In a post on X, the Chief Minister alleged that before 2017, successive governments neglected maternal healthcare and girls’ education, with poor hospital facilities, shortages of medicines and inadequate institutional delivery services contributing to worrying maternal and infant mortality rates. He said the…

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Bareilly: The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bareilly, under the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), organised a special programme to mark Women Farmers’ Day, highlighting the contribution of women to agriculture and allied sectors. More than 125 women farmers from different development blocks of Bareilly district participated in the event. The programme was chaired by Dr Rupsi Tiwari, Joint Director (Extension Education), IVRI, who emphasised the vital role of women in agricultural development and the rural economy. She noted their significant contributions to crop production, animal husbandry, food and nutritional security,…

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Bareilly: A pre-PhD research presentation by Avadhesh Pandey, a research scholar in the Law Department of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), was successfully conducted on Wednesday. Pandey presented his research titled “Empowering Justice: The Role of the POCSO Act in Safeguarding Children from Sexual Exploitation.” The study analyses Indian laws concerning the protection of children from sexual offences, along with relevant legislation in various countries. It also proposes measures to ensure effective implementation of existing laws, safeguard children’s best interests and address the misuse of the Act. Faculty members…

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Bareilly: A Dandiya festival was organised at Maitreyi Women’s Hostel of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, bringing a festive atmosphere to the campus. Hostel warden Professor Nivedita Srivastava, co-warden Dr Abha Trivedi and the students participated enthusiastically in the celebrations. The hostel premises came alive with the spirit of traditional festivities as students took part in the Dandiya event with great excitement. The active participation of the warden and co-warden alongside the students added to the warmth and vibrancy of the occasion. The programme aimed to promote cultural…

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has approved substantial funding for rural infrastructure, allocating nearly ₹477 crore for the repair and strengthening of 1,111 rural link roads and ₹1,242 crore for the operation and maintenance of rural piped drinking water schemes during the financial year 2026-27. The State Agricultural Produce Market Council has released funds for road improvement projects covering approximately 1,714 kilometres across all 18 divisions of the state. The initiative is expected to improve rural connectivity, facilitate the transportation of agricultural produce to mandis and ease commuting for villagers.…

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Joined Team of ASET and ASAS won the Overall Sangathan Champion’s Trophy 2026 Lucknow: The grand finale of “Sangathan 2026”, the annual sports celebration of Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus, concluded today with an energetic and colourful prize distribution ceremony. Sangathan-2026 features 150 matches across a wide spectrum of indoor and outdoor sports, including Table Tennis, Cricket, Shot Put, Javelin Throw, 100m, 200m, and 800m races, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Tug of War, Volleyball, Football, Badminton, and more. Over 2,000 students from various departments showcased their sporting talent and competitive spirit…

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