Lucknow Hosts B2B Market Linkage Forum to Strengthen MSME Supply Chains

Anil Jaiswal Lucknow: The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in collaboration with L&T-SuFin, organized the “Lucknow B2B Market Linkage Forum 2026 – Exploring Lucknow as a Sourcing Destination” at PHD House, bringing together industry stakeholders to discuss how digital B2B platforms can strengthen MSME supply chains. The forum focused on the growing role of industrial e-commerce in sectors such as engineering, electrical and mechanical machinery, metals and alloys, industrial supplies, solar power, building materials, plastics, auto components, and packaging. Experts highlighted how digital sourcing platforms can improve transparency,…

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Bioinformatics Day 2026 Webinar

Lucknow: The Amity Institute of Biotechnology at Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus successfully organized an International Webinar on “Multi-Omics Data Integration Using Artificial Intelligence” on 11 March 2026 to celebrate Bioinformatics Day. The event was conducted onlineand witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, researchers, academicians, and professionals from diverse scientific backgrounds. E inaugural was started with virtual lighting of lamp followed by Ganesh Vandana. Session started with the shared blessings ofProf. (Dr) Anil Vashisht, Pro Vice Chancellor,Amity University Uttar Pradesh Lucknow and Prof (Dr) Qamar Rahman, Dean Research, Amity University…

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The Sacred Spring Festival: Harbinger of Good Times

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Lucknow: People have worshipped divine deities for prosperity and progeny since times immemorial. In ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, China and India, fertility rites and ceremonies were popular and springtime was a favoured season. Such springtime festivals and rituals defined the culture of many ancient civilizations. In India, celebration of springtime after the bitter cold winter was eagerly awaited. The changes in natural beauty of the trees and flowers as also the exuberant activity of the animals and birds were beautifully captured in poetry, music and dance.  Springtime is chiefly to…

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Adani Foundation’s ‘Swabhiman Mission’ Aims to Create 1 Million Women Entrepreneurs

Mumbai: In a major push toward women’s economic empowerment, the Adani Foundation has announced plans to enable 10 lakh women to become entrepreneurs under its flagship “Swabhiman Mission.” The initiative is being led by foundation chairperson Priti Adani and was unveiled during the event “Swabhiman – The Rise of She” held at the National Centre for the Performing Arts. The announcement comes ahead of the foundation completing 30 years of social service on August 11, 2026. The program highlighted the growing impact of the Swabhiman initiative in promoting women’s livelihoods,…

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Apna Dal (S) Observes Birth Anniversary of Freedom Fighter Babu Shivdayal Chaurasia

Lucknow: The birth anniversary of noted freedom fighter Babu Shivdayal Chaurasia was commemorated across several Hindi-speaking states by Apna Dal (Sonelal). The party organized tribute programs at multiple locations to honor the contributions of the veteran freedom fighter to India’s independence movement. The events were held under the directions of the party’s national president Anupriya Patel and the guidance of national general secretary and Madhya Pradesh in-charge R. B. Singh Patel. At the party’s camp office in Lucknow, office bearers and party workers paid floral tributes to the portrait of…

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Literature Forms the Foundation of Society’s Identity: Yogendra Upadhyay at Lucknow Book Fair

Lucknow: Emphasizing the importance of reading and literary culture, Uttar Pradesh Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay said that literature forms the foundation of respect and identity for any language and society. The minister was speaking as the chief guest at the Lucknow Book Fair, held at Ravindralaya Charbagh on Friday. During his visit, he toured several stalls set up by publishers and reviewed books on a wide range of subjects. Upadhyay said that books represent a vast repository of accumulated knowledge and play a vital role in shaping society by…

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SP Reviews Security Arrangements in Gonda Ahead of Alvida Namaz

Gonda: In view of the upcoming Alvida Namaz, Superintendent of Police Vineet Jaiswal conducted an inspection of security arrangements across key locations in Gonda on Friday to ensure the prayers are held peacefully and in a harmonious atmosphere. During the visit, the SP toured several areas in the city, including major mosques, prayer sites and crowded public places, to assess preparedness and review the deployment of security personnel. He instructed officers and police staff on duty to remain alert and vigilant while performing their responsibilities. Officials were also directed to…

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Environmental Policy and Carbon Economy Emerging as New Dimension in Indian Politics

New Delhi: Environmental sustainability and carbon economy are increasingly becoming key themes in India’s evolving political and development discourse. Experts believe that in the coming years, political strategies may expand beyond traditional electoral factors such as caste equations and populist promises to include policies aligned with global environmental standards. Political analyst Atul Malikram, widely known for his deep understanding of grassroots politics in Hindi-speaking states and expertise in public communication, has recently shown interest in the technical domain of environmental policy and carbon credits. Observers see this development as a…

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Punjab Chamber of Commerce and Industries Hosts Indo–Canada Chamber Delegation in Chandigarh

Chandigarh: The Punjab Chamber of Commerce and Industries (PCCI) hosted a distinguished delegation from the Indo‑Canada Chamber of Commerce today in Chandigarh to explore new avenues of trade, investment, and economic cooperation between India and Canada. The delegation was led by  Nina Tangri, Associate Minister for Small Business, Government of Ontario, Canada. She was accompanied by Prashant Srivastava, President of the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce. The meeting was hosted and coordinated by  Dalip Sharma, Secretary General of the Punjab Chamber of Commerce and Industries. During the interaction, both sides discussed…

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Congress Leaders Criticize BJP Government, Pledge to Advance Social Justice in UP

Lucknow: Addressing a press conference at the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee office, former minister and UP Congress President Ajay Rai strongly criticized the BJP government, asserting that it seeks to marginalize the poor rather than alleviate poverty. The event was attended by Dr. Rajendra Pal Gautam (AICC SC Department Chairman and former minister), Dr. Anil Jai Hind (AICC OBC Department Chairman), Dr. C.P. Rai, Anil Yadav, Manish Hindavi, and Manoj Yadav, among other senior leaders. Dr. Rajendra Pal Gautam highlighted that the sacrifices made during India’s freedom struggle contrast sharply…

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