Category: India

Obra — Uttar Pradesh’s historic Obra Thermal Power Project, once a symbol of the state’s energy self-reliance, has staged a powerful comeback, reclaiming its reputation as the ‘Power King’ with a total generation capacity of 2,320 megawatts. Established in the 1960s with its first set of 50 MW units, Obra quickly became a backbone of electricity supply in the state. The project expanded through the 1970s and 1980s with additional 100 MW and 200 MW units, cementing its place among the country’s largest thermal power plants. Many of the early 50…

Lucknow— Students from the Microbiology Department of Amity University undertook an educational visit to the 345 MLD Bharwara Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in Lucknow  to deepen their understanding of urban water management and modern sewage treatment processes. During the visit, students toured various units of the plant and observed the step-by-step treatment process of converting wastewater into reusable water. The technical team from SUEZ (OCOP) explained the scientific methods employed in sewage purification and highlighted the plant’s role in urban waste management, water conservation, and advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).…

Kanpur — The 27th Convocation Ceremony of Chandrashekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology (CSA), Kanpur, was held today at the university’s Kailash Bhavan Auditorium under the chairmanship of Uttar Pradesh Governor and Chancellor Anandiben Patel. In a grand ceremony, 63 medals and awards were presented to 49 meritorious students, while 649 graduates received their degrees. The toppers were conferred with Chancellor’s Gold Medals (14), University Silver Medals (14), University Bronze Medals (14), and 21 Sponsored Gold Medals. Several students were awarded multiple medals, adding to the celebration. Governor Patel, accompanied…

Lucknow — The Uttar Pradesh Revenue Council today formally launched the much-awaited Lekhpals’ Dashboard, marking a major leap toward digitization and transparency in land and revenue administration. The inauguration was held at the Sarojini Nagar Tehsil in Lucknow, with Council Chairman Anil Kumar leading the proceedings. Speaking at the event, Kumar said that with this new system, all tasks performed by over 22,000 lekhpals across the state will now be visible on a single digital platform. Through a single login, lekhpals can seamlessly manage records, process applications, and ensure smooth disposal…

New Delhi: When the Supreme Court recently clarified that corporations qualify as “victims” under the proviso to Section 372 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (presently section 413 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita,2023), newspapers rushed to hail a new era of corporate victimhood. Editorials and explainers framed the judgment as a landmark moment in which the Court “recognised” that companies, like individuals, may suffer criminal harm and thus enjoy the right to appeal against acquittals or inadequate sentences. While this framing captures the judgment’s surface appeal, it risks misunderstanding…

Lucknow – An emotional farewell was accorded to Dr. Roshan Jacob, Divisional Commissioner of Lucknow, as she relinquished her charge. The ceremony was attended by senior officials from various departments, public representatives, and eminent citizens, all of whom gathered to extend heartfelt wishes. Speakers at the event described Dr. Jacob’s tenure as inspiring and exemplary, highlighting her efforts to bring transparency to development works, take swift decisions in public interest, and simplify administrative processes to make them more citizen-friendly. Under her leadership, numerous projects and schemes gained momentum across the division,…

Lucknow | Sepsis, a severe and often fatal complication arising from the body’s uncontrolled response to infection, continues to be a pressing public health concern. More than 1.15 lakh people in India are affected annually, with four out of every ten cases seen in children below five years of age, according to medical experts. Marking World Sepsis Day, Prof. Ved Prakash, Head of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow, said that the disease is a major cause of mortality worldwide, accounting for one in…

Lucknow– King George’s Medical University (KGMU) observed World Physiotherapy Day  with a special focus on pulmonary rehabilitation and its role in improving respiratory health. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Suryakant, Head of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Centre (PRC), informed that Uttar Pradesh’s first PRC is being successfully run in the Department of Respiratory Medicine at KGMU. The center provides physiotherapy to patients with lung diseases, helping increase their lung capacity and enabling them to perform daily activities without breathlessness. He highlighted that the facility is entirely free for patients, offering both…