Category: India

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has recorded a sharp rise in exports during the first two months of the implementation of its new three-year Excise Export Policy (2026-29), with exports from the state increasing by 84.5 per cent in April-May 2026. The policy, introduced by the Yogi Adityanath government with effect from April 1, has also increased Uttar Pradesh’s share in India’s overall exports from 8.1 per cent to 14 per cent, helping the state move from fifth to third position nationally. The state’s export growth has significantly outpaced the country’s overall…

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Mumbai: The board of Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL) announced today that Asif Malbari, currently the company’s Global Chief Financial Officer and President of Godrej Africa, has been appointed Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. He succeeds Sudhir Sitapati, who is stepping down from the role. Malbari brings roughly three decades of experience across the FMCG and auto industries, having held roles at GCPL, Tata Motors, and Hindustan Unilever. As Global CFO, he has overseen business strategy directly and worked closely with leadership teams across regions to…

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Gonda: The Gonda Recreation Institute has undergone extensive upgradation and beautification to provide improved facilities for railway employees and their families. Along with modernising basic infrastructure, the institute is now hosting a range of recreational and educational activities aimed at children’s personality development and talent enhancement. Infrastructure Upgraded As part of the renovation, new water connections, sanitary fittings and tiles have been installed in the toilets and bathrooms. The septic tank and soak pit have also been repaired, while a new water pipeline has been laid across the premises. Painting…

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New Delhi: N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, has decided not to seek reappointment when his current term ends on February 20, 2027, bringing a major leadership transition into focus at the Tata Group ahead of its August 18 annual general meeting (AGM). Chandrasekaran has informed the Tata Sons board of his decision and will continue in his current position until the completion of his existing term. He has also urged the board to begin the succession process soon to ensure a smooth leadership transition for the group. Decision Follows…

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Gonda: Gonda District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan has warned officials that negligence in the implementation of urban development schemes will not be tolerated, stressing the need for quality, transparency and regular monitoring of projects. The directions were issued during a review meeting held at the Collectorate auditorium on Tuesday to assess the progress of development schemes being implemented by local urban bodies across the district. The meeting reviewed the progress of several schemes, including the Chief Minister Urban Creation Scheme, urban lakes, ponds and water bodies, cremation grounds, community toilets, Vandan…

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Gonda: A Tiranga Yatra was organised at the Upper Primary School in Belwa Nohar, Paraspur, with students carrying the national flag and raising patriotic slogans as the procession passed through several parts of the village. The procession began from the school premises and passed through Seer Purwa, Belwadih, Chakendwa and Lokhadiya before returning to the school. Students proudly carried the Tricolour and raised slogans including “Bharat Mata Ki Jai,” “Vande Mataram” and “Har Ghar Tiranga, Har Man Tiranga.” The patriotic slogans echoed through the area, drawing the attention of residents…

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New Delhi/Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya met Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi in a courtesy meeting, during which the two leaders discussed several issues related to the development of Uttar Pradesh. Maurya described the meeting as a cordial interaction and said he received Shah’s guidance and blessings. Discussions covered a range of matters concerning the state’s development, including the effective implementation of public welfare schemes, rural development, strengthening infrastructure and accelerating ongoing development projects. The Deputy Chief Minister also briefed the…

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Lucknow: Newly appointed Managing Director of the Pradeshik Cooperative Dairy Federation Limited (PCDF), Prakash Bindu, IAS, inspected milk collection centres and the Parag Dairy processing facility in Lucknow to review operations, quality systems and infrastructure. On the morning of August 8, Bindu visited the Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) facility at Pusauli Jagdishpur in the Malihabad area, along with the Hamirapur and Allupur milk cooperative societies associated with Lucknow Milk Union (Parag). During the visit, the Managing Director reviewed the functioning of Automatic Milk Collection Units (AMCU) and Data Processing Milk…

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Bhopal: A special Reiki healing and meditation session organised in Bhopal during the BRICS Summit became a centre of international interest. Held at Hotel Taj Lakefront, the session was attended by delegates from 10 BRICS-associated countries, leading influencers from Bhopal, and guests from various fields. The initiative aimed to showcase India’s spiritual traditions and energy-based wellness practices on a global platform. The session was conducted by Oorjaguru Ayush Gupta, who introduced the foreign delegates to the practice of Reiki healing and explained its principles. He also guided the participants through…

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