Category: India

Mumbai: Bandhan Bank has launched its credit card portfolio in partnership with Mastercard, marking a significant step in the bank’s journey towards offering innovative and inclusive financial solutions. The new portfolio comprises four variants — Sparks, Ignite, Flair and Lumina — designed to address different customer segments, spending patterns and lifestyle preferences. The cards were unveiled in the presence of Bandhan Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Partha Pratim Sengupta, Mastercard India and South Asia President Gautam Aggarwal, Bandhan Bank Executive Director and Chief Business Officer Rajinder Kumar Babbar,…

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By Dr Atul Malikram, Political Strategist Thousands of people across India wait every year for organ transplants, while many organs that could save lives are lost after death because they are not donated. Despite the potential to give critically ill patients a second chance at life, organ donation continues to be surrounded by misconceptions and superstitions. Madhya Pradesh presents a particularly concerning picture. With a population of more than 80 million, Madhya Pradesh has relatively low participation in organ donation. In 2023, India recorded 16,542 organ transplants, with Madhya Pradesh…

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Bareilly: A two-day Coloproctology Conference and Training Workshop at SRMS Medical College concluded on Sunday with free surgeries performed on more than 18 patients suffering from conditions including rectal prolapse, Grade III haemorrhoids, perianal abscess, anal fissure, anal fistula and pilonidal sinus. The conference and workshop was organised by the Department of General, Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery at SRMS Medical College in association with the Bareilly Chapter of the Association of Surgeons of India. Former President of the International Society of Coloproctology (ISCP) Dr Prashant Rahate, Academic Convener Dr Dinesh…

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Bareilly: Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, made a significant contribution to AI Manthan 2.0, a two-day event aimed at aligning higher education in Uttar Pradesh with the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. The university participated under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Anil Kumar Rai. The event was organised on September 12 and 13 at Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University in Kanpur, bringing together universities from across Uttar Pradesh to showcase their work, achievements and future plans in the field of AI. Rohilkhand University presented its AI-based academic activities,…

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Raebareli: More than 500 students participated in the inaugural edition of ‘UP RISE: Samvad, Sankalp, Safalta’ at Feroze Gandhi Institute of Engineering and Technology in Raebareli, highlighting the growing entrepreneurial ambitions of Uttar Pradesh’s youth. The programme focused on encouraging students to move beyond conventional job-seeking and explore entrepreneurship and job creation. The event was organised as part of efforts to promote the vision of an Aatmanirbhar Uttar Pradesh, with discussions centred on the state’s expanding startup ecosystem, emerging technologies and government schemes designed to support young entrepreneurs. Global Taxpayers…

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Bareilly: The National Lok Adalat held in Bareilly successfully disposed of 227,243 cases through mutual settlement and compromise, with orders involving a total amount of ₹39.21 crore, according to the District Legal Services Authority. The National Lok Adalat was organised under the directions of the National Legal Services Authority, New Delhi, and the Uttar Pradesh State Legal Services Authority, Lucknow. District Judge and Chairman of the District Legal Services Authority, Bareilly, Pradeep Kumar Singh-II, formally inaugurated the proceedings by offering flowers and lighting the ceremonial lamp before the idols of…

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Gonda: Children with disabilities studying in council-run schools in Gonda will receive assistive devices based on their individual needs under the Inclusive Education Programme of Samagra Shiksha. A testing camp was organised at the Block Resource Centre (BRC), Pandri Kripal, to assess the requirements of children and recommend suitable equipment to support their education and independent mobility. The camp was organised under the inspiration of the District Magistrate and the guidance of the Chief Development Officer, with District Basic Education Officer Amit Kumar Singh leading the initiative. The event was…

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Sitapur: In a remarkable act of compassion, the family of 69-year-old Santosh Mahendra of New Basti, Sitapur, donated his eyes following his death, offering the possibility of restored vision to two people in need. Mahendra, son of Kailash Narayan Mahendra, passed away on Saturday evening. After his death, his family contacted Saksham Sanstha and expressed their wish to donate his eyes. Responding promptly, the organisation initiated the eye donation process and coordinated with doctors to preserve both eyes. According to the organisation, the donated corneas will be transplanted free of…

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Singrauli/Sonbhadra: NTPC Vindhyachal Executive Director Kishore Kumar Hota has been honoured with the prestigious ‘Public Sector Excellence Leader of the Year’ award at the fourth CEE National Power Generation Leadership Awards. The award was presented on September 7, 2026, in New Delhi during an event held alongside the National Conference on Flexible Operations and Energy Transition. Hota was recognised for his exemplary leadership, significant contribution to the power sector, commitment to operational excellence and role in advancing performance and sustainable development. Under his leadership, NTPC Vindhyachal has continued to strengthen…

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NTPC Vindhyachal organised Mentors’ Day 2026 with enthusiasm and dignity at the auditorium of its administrative building. The programme aimed to strengthen the culture of mentoring, promote knowledge and experience sharing, and encourage meaningful interaction between mentors and mentees. Executive Director (Vindhyachal) Kishore Kumar Hota, along with senior general managers and employees, attended the event. The programme began with the welcome of seniors, mentors and mentees, followed by lamp lighting, the NTPC song and cake cutting. General Manager (HR) Ruma De Sharma delivered the welcome address, highlighting mentoring as an…

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