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INDIA bloc to meet on SIR row on Wednesday, Akhilesh Yadav to miss meet due to prior commitments; SP senior leader will attend

The INDIA bloc is planning a high-level meeting to address recent disagreements within the Election Commission. Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav will not attend as he has prior commitments at a farmers conference in Lucknow. A senior leader from his party will represent him at the upcoming meeting. Earlier, Congress…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

At least 81 killed after heavy rain and flooding in northern India, officials say

Schools were closed in parts of the state on Monday, including the capital Lucknow, while rescue teams moved people from flooded areas to safer locations.

Euronews · Sep 28

Brajesh Pathak says don't chase jobs, drive e-rickshaw: UP Deputy CM’s unconventional advice to youth sparks row

Brajesh Pathak has sparked a controversy after advising young people to consider driving e-rickshaws or taxis instead of chasing conventional jobs. His remarks at the Bharat Taxi launch in Lucknow drew a sharp response from Samajwadi Party MP Pushpendra Saroj and social media users.

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Rickshaw driver's son gets KGMU MBBS seat: How this UP student made a comeback from 504 to 627 in NEET UG 2026 despite financial struggles

NEET UG 2026 success story: Prabhat Kumar Yadav, son of an auto-rickshaw driver from Jaunpur, scored 627 marks and secured AIR 3,864, earning an MBBS seat at KGMU Lucknow. After scoring 504 marks in his first attempt, Prabhat took a drop year, moved to Kota for coaching and overcame financial…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

UP RERA approves 12 realty projects worth Rs 1,664 cr across six districts

The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority has greenlit 12 new projects across six districts, promising an investment of Rs 1,663.85 crore, which substantially enhances the real estate landscape. Notably, Lucknow leads with four projects amounting to Rs 609.35 crore and 1,972 residential units. Ghaziabad and Hapur also attract notable…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

CM Yogi Adityanath launches Bharat Taxi, farmer loan scheme in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday launched Bharat Taxi service and the Mukhyamatri Krishak Samriddhi Yojna. Bharat Taxi, operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited (STCL) service, would be India's first ride-hailing platform operated by a cooperative. The Mukhyamatri Krishak Samriddhi Yojna would lower long-term agricultural loans through the…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

UP Assembly polls: BSP Chief Mayawati to chair all-India meet on electoral roadmaps, candidate selection

Mayawati will chair a significant all-India meeting in Lucknow to discuss the party's electoral strategies. This meeting is set to focus on preparations for upcoming Assembly elections in several states. Ram Gopal Yadav of the Samajwadi Party has expressed his interest in contesting the Rajya Sabha elections. Mayawati previously questioned…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

'Expectation like US, civic sense 0': Viral video of damaged vending machines at Lucknow Prerna Sthal ignites debate over public property

Viral videos showing damaged vending machines at Lucknow’s Rashtriya Prerna Sthal have sparked a social media debate over civic sense and the treatment of public property. The incident has also revived earlier concerns about petty damage at the newly opened attraction.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Mimicry at Rahul Gandhi's event: Comedian cancels three shows due to 'repeated threats'

Comedian Pulkit Mani has cancelled upcoming shows in Noida, Lucknow, and Kanpur. This decision follows repeated threats from activists after his performance with Rahul Gandhi. Mani had mimicked Prime Minister Modi during an event in Indore. The Congress party faced criticism from the BJP for the skit. Mani has been…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

SSB officer removed from service after incorrect information found in declaration; he challenged the action, Allahabad HC orders him to resume duty; know why

A Deputy Commandant with the Sashastra Seema Bal was removed from service after a woman told his department they were married and that he had hidden this while joining the force. The officer challenged the removal in the Allahabad High Court, saying no valid marriage had ever taken place and…

The Economic Times · Sep 22