Category: India

Lucknow — The District Magistrate (DM) conducted an on-site inspection of the Bara Imambara complex and issued several directives to enhance cleanliness, visitor facilities, and overall management of the historic site. The DM emphasized beautification and the development of lawns within the complex to improve the aesthetic appeal for tourists and devotees. Strict instructions were issued to completely ban vehicles inside the main gate to ensure safety and maintain decorum. Vacant shops within the premises will be converted into ticket kiosks and guide centers. An online ticketing facility is expected to…

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Lucknow — The administration of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Prani Udyan (Lucknow Zoo) has made wearing wristbands mandatory for all visitors to enhance convenience and security. Zoo Director Aditi Sharma stated that visitors without a wristband on their wrist will be considered as entering without a valid ticket. The wristbands are designed to save visitors from unnecessary ticket checks. If a visitor is wearing a wristband, it verifies that they hold a valid ticket, and there will be no repeated ticket inspection within the zoo premises. Each wristband features the zoo’s…

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Bengaluru: Karnataka’s political landscape is witnessing intense churn as a power tussle between Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah takes centre stage. The battle for the chief minister’s chair has grown sharper, exposing visible cracks within the Congress party and putting the party leadership under mounting pressure. At the heart of the controversy lies the unresolved question of leadership. D.K. Shivakumar, one of the most influential faces of the Karnataka Congress, has steadily strengthened his political grip in the state. Known for his strong organisational control and…

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Delhi |  Uttar Pradesh’s political landscape appears poised for fresh movement as the Congress prepares to reassert itself ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Although the polls are still over a year away, political activity in the state has intensified, with the Congress signaling a renewed and sustained push through a series of proposed “thank-you rallies” across the state. After remaining out of power in Uttar Pradesh for decades, the Congress has made its intent clear: it does not plan to treat the 2027 elections lightly. Party leaders believe the…

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Delhi | The run-up to the Maharashtra Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections has been marked by unprecedented chaos, intense competition and open dissent, as political parties struggled to manage an overwhelming scramble for tickets across wards. From Shiv Sena and BJP to Congress, both factions of the NCP and the MNS, every major party witnessed scenes of unrest as aspirants and their supporters crowded ward-level offices late into the night. In many places, party workers were made to wait in confined rooms until as late as 3 am, with leadership…

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Lucknow: Under the inspiration and gracious presence of Uttar Pradesh Governor and Chancellor of State Universities,  Anandiben Patel, multiple Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were formally signed  at Raj Bhavan between the Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce (CHCC) and three leading universities of the state—Lucknow University, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), and Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University, Lucknow. The MoUs aim to strengthen cooperation in the field of higher education through student and faculty exchange programmes, joint research collaborations, course and curriculum exchange, and other academic initiatives, thereby fostering…

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Second edition of Khelo India Beach Games inaugurated by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Prime Minister Modi lauds selection of Ghoghla Beach as the venue Grand opening of Khelo India Beach Games 2026; over 2,100 participants to compete from January 5 to 10 Bhopal: The second edition of the Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026 began with a vibrant opening ceremony at Ghoghla Beach. A special message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi was read out on the occasion, highlighting the growing importance of beach sports in India’s evolving…

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New Delhi: Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company Limited (KMAMC) has announced the launch of the Kotak Dividend Yield Fund, an open-ended equity scheme that will primarily invest in stocks of companies with a consistent dividend-paying track record. The fund aims to generate long-term capital growth and/or income through dividends by investing in a diversified portfolio of such companies. The New Fund Offer (NFO) opened for subscription on January 5, 2026, and will close on January 19, 2026. The Kotak Dividend Yield Fund seeks to invest in companies that have paid…

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Prayagraj: Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (Ujjivan SFB) has strengthened its presence in Uttar Pradesh by inaugurating five new branches at Salarpur, Dhaleri, Dhampur, Bharwari, and Mungra Badshahpur. The expansion underscores the bank’s commitment to addressing diverse financial needs across the state, from small neighbourhood businesses to first-time homebuyers. With the addition of these branches, Ujjivan SFB has further reinforced its reach in Uttar Pradesh and other regions. The bank currently serves over 9.88 million customers across 26 states and Union Territories. All five newly opened outlets are microbanking (MB)-based branches,…

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