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U.P. cabinet approves implementation of WIND System
Updated on Nov 29, 2023 05:16 AM IST
The proposed system is touted to function as a robust weather monitoring mechanism, providing granular, standard, and timely weather databases.
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
‘Pradhanpatis’ using wives as rubber stamps will frustrate aim of women empowerment: Allahabad HC
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a writ petition filed by the husband of a woman village head, criticising the practice of husbands acting as proxies for elected women pradhans. The court imposed a cost of ₹5,000 each on the couple and stated that such interference undermines women empowerment and the objective of providing reservation for women in politics. The court also directed the State Election Commission to issue a circular cautioning candidates about their powers and duties as village representatives.
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 09:52 PM IST
JItendra Sarin, Prayagraj
Ram temple security plan to come into effect from Jan 5
Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will be the chief guest at the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024
Published on Nov 28, 2023 09:39 PM IST
Pawan Dixit, Lucknow
NCR generates 78.8L units of energy using solar power
Net revenue savings of ₹3.27 crore has been recorded through the usage of solar power so far in 2023-24 financial year, says NCR’s CPRO
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 09:31 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Prayagraj
Nearly 1000 young women appear for Agniveer recruitment in 2 days
The dream of serving the country by enrolling in the army at a young age forecasting their determination on the field.
Published on Nov 28, 2023 08:27 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Some rain likely in southern dists; Lucknow to stay foggy: Met
There is a possibility of cloud movement till November 30 in the northwestern part of the state and scattered rain with drizzle is likely at some places in southern Uttar Pradesh till December 2
Published on Nov 28, 2023 08:10 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
KGMU likely to blacklist Agra centre after irregularity in nursing
14 candidates were found to have taken home question booklets after completing the exam that was held Sunday
Published on Nov 28, 2023 08:00 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
UPERC extends net metering to educational institutes
The extended coverage of the net metering facility will benefit about two lakh consumers with a total sanctioned load of about 2800 MW.
Published on Nov 28, 2023 07:44 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Lucknow University bags UGC’s Category-I ranking
The University of Lucknow (LU) has been ranked as a Category-I university by the UGC. This status grants LU greater academic and administrative autonomy. LU can now design its own curriculum, start new courses, appoint foreign faculty, and engage in academic collaborations without UGC approval.
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 06:34 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Temple ‘purified’ with Gangajal after Muslim MLA’s visit in UP
Taking note of the matter, an official said a police team was patrolling the area to avert the possibility of any confrontation
Published on Nov 28, 2023 07:04 AM IST
Teaching device designed with AU expert’s help secures UK patent
The patent was awarded by the Comptroller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks, Intellectual Property Office, UK
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 06:46 AM IST
K Sandeep Kumar, Prayagraj
Rape bid on colleague: On the run for days, Basti nayab tahsildar arrested
The complainant, a nayab tehsildar herself, brought the case to light on November 17 when she accused Shukla of misbehaviour, attempted molestation, and issuing threats to her life.
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 06:44 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Gorakhpur
Undertrials in U.P. jails to recite Hanuman Chalisa, Sundar Kand: Minister
State prisons minister Dharmveer Prajapati said the prison administration had also decided to start skill development classes for the prisoners to assist them in launching own venture after walking out of the jails
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 05:22 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Ahead of LS polls: Unveiling of VP Singh’s statue sets tone for Mandal 2.0 politics in U.P.
TN chief minister and SP president demand the caste census and constitution of an all-party committee of MPs to oversee the implementation of the reservation policy at the national level
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 05:14 AM IST
Rajesh Kumar Singh, Lucknow
U.P. CM Yogi asks for security of all legislators’ hostels
Yogi Adityanath gave directives in this regard when the issue of security of the Vidhayak Nivas was raised before him an all-party meeting
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 05:04 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Following mobile phone ban, legislature party can convey key messages via House staff: U.P. Speaker
Speaker said the people from the constituencies of the members could get in touch with them on the phones of their respective legislature party offices.
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 05:02 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
BJP re-inducts old hands in U.P. ahead of 2024 LS polls
The BJP in Uttar Pradesh has re-inducted over 50 individuals, including former corporators and retired police officers, ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Additionally, around 1,500 new faces from various backgrounds and parties have joined the party. Senior BJP leaders were present during the re-induction ceremony.
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 05:00 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Keeping decibel under check: 3238 loudspeakers removed during statewide drive
The state police in Uttar Pradesh have launched a month-long drive against loudspeakers in public places, including religious places, checking decibel levels and legality. On the first day, 3,238 illegal loudspeakers were removed and the decibel levels of 7,288 loudspeakers were lowered. The campaign has been ordered following previous court rulings against illegally placed loudspeakers. In Agra alone, 187 loudspeakers were removed and the decibel levels of 79 loudspeakers were reduced.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 10:50 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Wait for U.P. govt schools’ students to get millets in MDM gets longer
The introduction of millets-based food in mid-day meals for 20 million children in Uttar Pradesh has been delayed due to procurement issues. A proposal has been sent to the government of India, but a response is still awaited. The plan is to serve millets-based dishes once a week to enhance nutrition among children.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 10:45 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Khalsa Panth played pivotal role in Mughal downfall: Yogi Adityanath
Wishing everyone a happy Prakash Parv, Yogi Adityanath said sacrifices by the Sikh gurus extended beyond the Khalsa Panth (Sikh community), serving to protect both India and the faith.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 06:55 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
In Telangana, Yogi ignites another name-change buzz
This was a day after suggesting that if voted to power in Telangana, the BJP would rename Hyderabad as “Bhagyanagar”.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 09:04 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Ensure docs’ attendance through geo-fencing: UP chief secy to officials
Chief secretary DS Mishra emphasized the need for taking public complaints seriously during ‘tehsil diwas’ ‘thana diwas’ and IGRS portal etc. He said there should be no power cuts during coming festivals.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 08:58 AM IST
FIR against Unnao teacher for sexually harassing girl students
The girls told child commission member Preeti Bharadwaj Dalal that head teacher Rajesh Kumar sexually harassed them. They said he used to entice them with candies to indulge in indecent activities.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 08:48 AM IST
Man who attacked bus conductor sent to 14-day judicial custody
After his arrest, the accused opened fire on a police team when he was being taken for the weapon’s recovery. He got injured in retaliatory firing, police said.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 08:36 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Prayagraj
Kashi all decked up for Dev Deepawali today
CM Yogi Adityanath will welcome ambassadors from 70 countries to witness the Dev Deepawali celebrations in Varanasi, featuring laser shows and diyas.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 08:34 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Varanasi
Terror funding? ISI network busted as ATS nabs duo in suspicious money trail
The bank account is owned by one of the two men arrested and the transactions took place in a month’s period
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 08:32 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
U.P. Vidhan Sabha: From big offices to smaller rooms, a sizeable shift for BSP, Congress
Both the parties (Congress and the BSP) have been shifted from the larger officers allotted earlier to the smaller ones now.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 07:12 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
UP PWD jnr engineer arrested for funds embezzlement
Officials mentioned that Avinash Chandra Mishra, the then-joint director of Vindhyachal Division in the tourism department, filed an FIR in 2017.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 06:08 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Youth ‘assaulted’, urinated upon in U.P.’s Meerut; one held
SP (city), Meerut, Piyush Singh said the incident took place at sector 11 of Jagrati Vihar locality under Medical College police station limits
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 05:52 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Meerut
Dip in temperature likely in U.P. from this week
Dip in temperature expected this week in Uttar Pradesh, with some parts experiencing rain due to western disturbances. Snowfall predicted in Himachal Pradesh.
Updated on Nov 27, 2023 05:36 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
