Category: India

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Monday heard grievances from citizens across the state during a Janata Darshan programme held at his official residence, 7 Kalidas Marg, in Lucknow. Emphasising prompt and transparent governance, he directed officials to ensure time-bound resolution of every complaint and said that negligence in addressing public issues would not be tolerated. Interacting personally with each petitioner, Maurya patiently listened to concerns related to civic amenities, welfare schemes and public services. He issued written instructions to the concerned departments for immediate action…

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Dr Pawan Goenka, distinguished alumnus of IIT Kanpur and Chairperson of the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), Department of Space, Government of India, will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest. The convocation will see 3104 students graduating this year across various disciplines. The ceremony will also see prizes awarded across various categories, including the President’s Gold Medal and the Director’s Gold Medal. Kanpur: The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) is ready to host its 59th Convocation Ceremony on July 15, 2026, to celebrate the…

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Lucknow: Strengthening its commitment to addressing childhood malnutrition, Amway India, a leading company supporting health and wellbeing, has successfully concluded Phase II and launched Phase III of its flagship ‘Power of 5’ community-based nutrition education program in The programme, in partnership with ChildFund India, has concluded a 12-month Phase II initiative that benefitted more than 84,000 individuals, delivering significantly stronger outcomes across key malnutrition indicators and building on the groundwork established in Phase 1. With Phase III, the programme enters its most ambitious chapter yet, integrating digital tools into frontline…

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Lucknow: Emphasising the importance of unwavering faith and surrender in spiritual life, Swami Muktinathananda, President of Ramakrishna Math, Lucknow, said that God is the only true refuge for humanity and that genuine spiritual progress is possible only through complete trust in the Divine. Speaking during the Monday morning Sat Prasang, the Swami reflected on the spiritual dialogue between Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and Dr Mahendra Lal Sarkar, describing it as a timeless guide to understanding the purpose of human life. He said the conversation highlights that life’s ultimate goal is not…

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Lucknow: Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) organised ‘Vriksharopan Mahayagya 2026’ on July 12, marking a major step towards environmental conservation and sustainable campus development. Held in collaboration with the Government of Uttar Pradesh, the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department, Mission Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE), and BBAU, the drive saw the plantation of nearly 8,500 saplings across the university campus. Union Minister of State Pankaj Chaudhary attended the event as the chief guest. The programme was also attended by Sarojini Nagar MLA Dr Rajeshwar Singh, BBAU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal, Lucknow…

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Gonda: In a heartwarming initiative to promote the dignity and empowerment of girls, Gonda District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan celebrated the birth of a baby girl at the District Hospital Medical College by participating in a special Kanya Janmotsav ceremony. The event was organised in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department’s labour wing and maternity ward to spread awareness about the importance of valuing daughters and encouraging a positive social outlook towards the birth of girl children. The District Magistrate visited the hospital to congratulate Poonam Devi, a resident of Basiya Chain…

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New Delhi | Trading activity in crude oil derivatives on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has witnessed a significant surge, with crude oil options recording their highest-ever premium turnover, trading volume and open interest. The exchange attributed the growth to improved product design and positive market response, providing traders with greater flexibility and enhanced risk management opportunities. On July 9, 2026, NSE’s crude oil options segment achieved a record premium turnover of ₹2,006.49 crore, the highest since the product’s launch. The day also saw 47,33,862 contracts traded, while open interest crossed…

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Mumbai: ICICI Prudential Life Insurance has introduced a 10-year life cover option under its ICICI Pru iProtect Smart Plus plan, offering customers affordable financial protection during periods of significant financial responsibility. The new offering is designed to address short-term financial obligations such as home loans, business loans, and children’s education expenses. The insurer said the product aims to provide comprehensive life insurance coverage during the crucial first decade after individuals take on major financial commitments, a period when income dependency and financial liabilities are often at their highest. The plan…

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Lucknow: Highlighting the growing challenges posed by climate variability, Prof. (Dr.) Bharat Raj Singh, Director General (Technical), School of Management Sciences, Lucknow, cautioned that El Niño has the potential to significantly alter global weather systems, weaken India’s southwest monsoon, intensify water scarcity, and adversely impact agriculture and food security. Prof. Singh was delivering a technical lecture on “El Niño and Global Climate”, organised by The Institution of Engineers (India), Uttar Pradesh State Centre, Lucknow, at Engineers Bhawan, River Bank Colony, Lucknow. Explaining the phenomenon, Prof. Singh said El Niño is…

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Bareilly: District Magistrate Avinash Singh chaired a review meeting of the District-Level Coordination Committee under the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) at the Collectorate auditorium, directing officials to accelerate the formation of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and strengthen livelihood initiatives for rural women. During the meeting, officials informed that 27,028 families have been covered under various livelihood and empowerment initiatives since April 2026, against the overall saturation target of 566,000 families. For the financial year 2026–27, the district has been assigned a target of forming 26,883 Self-Help Groups. The District Magistrate…

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