The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has taken suo motu cognizance of a distressing case involving a 15-year-old boy from Kishanganj district, Bihar, who endured months of bonded labour in Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, after being separated from his father at Bahadurgarh Railway Station, Haryana. Tragic Ordeal and…
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IndiaAI, MeitY to Host UP Regional AI Impact Conference 2026
IndiaAI, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and the Government of Uttar Pradesh are set to host the Uttar Pradesh Regional AI Impact Conference 2026 in Lucknow on January 12 and 13. The high-level conference will focus on advancing responsible, inclusive and scalable adoption of artificial…
Elections
BJP Alarmed as UP Voter Names Vanish Under SIR
Lucknow: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has gone into full alert mode in Uttar Pradesh following the release of the draft voter list under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), which revealed the deletion of nearly 2.89 crore voter names. The development has triggered serious political concern, especially with the 2027…
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CAQM Orders Closure of 16 NCR Industrial Units for Pollution Violations
New Delhi: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and adjoining areas has issued closure directions to 16 industrial units across the National Capital Region (NCR) after inspections revealed gross and persistent violations of environmental norms. The move is part of CAQM’s intensified enforcement drive to curb air…
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Namami Gange Mission: 5 New STPs Operational in FY 2025–26
The Namami Gange Mission Phase II has marked a significant milestone with the operationalisation of five key sewerage treatment projects during the third quarter of FY 2025–26. This development further strengthens pollution abatement efforts and enhances river rejuvenation initiatives across multiple States. So far, in FY 2025–26, a total of…
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Uttar Pradesh Tops Deregulation 1.0 Rankings in Business Reforms
Uttar Pradesh has emerged as the top-performing state in India’s Deregulation 1.0 exercise, securing the first rank nationwide for comprehensive business reforms aimed at simplifying regulations, improving transparency, and attracting investments. The rankings, released by the central government, assess states on the implementation of 23 key reform priorities spanning land,…
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Amit Shah Pays Tribute to Kalyan Singh on Birth Anniversary
New Delhi: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, paid heartfelt tribute to former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Kalyan Singh Ji, on his birth anniversary on 5 January 2026. Remembered as a principled leader and ardent nationalist, Kalyan Singh Ji’s legacy continues to inspire political…
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath Meets PM Modi in New Delhi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath on Monday met Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi, marking another key interaction between the state and central leadership. The meeting, held in the national capital, underscored the importance of regular dialogue and coordination between the Centre and India’s most populous…
Dharm
Magh Mela 2026: 21 Lakh Devotees Take Holy Dip at Sangam
Prayagraj: Magh Mela 2026 began with a grand display of faith as over 21 lakh devotees took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Paush Purnima, the first bathing festival of the year. The auspicious day saw pilgrims from across Uttar Pradesh and neighboring states flocking to the Sangam,…
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Ayodhya Ram Mandir Marks 2 Years of Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Marks 2 Years of Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha The Ayodhya Ram Mandir on Tuesday marked the second anniversary of the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol, observing the occasion in accordance with the traditional Hindu calendar. The sacred event, known as Pran Pratishtha Dwadashi, is being celebrated…