Coal Ministry urges UP to expedite Saharpur Jamarpani block development

September 17, 2026 10:20 AM

Coal Ministry urges UP to expedite Saharpur Jamarpani block development

The Ministry of Coal has urged the Uttar Pradesh government to expedite the development of its captive Saharpur Jamarpani coal block in Jharkhand, saying the block, with reserves of more than 973 million tonnes, remains unoperational more than a decade after its allotment. The Ministry's statement comes amid recent media reports suggesting that Uttar Pradesh is facing a severe power shortage due to disruption in coal supplies. The Ministry clarified that, as of September 15, 2026, none of the t...

UP CM Yogi Adityanath to visit Mathura for 2-day Krishna Janmashtami celebrations

September 3, 2026 12:48 PM

UP CM Yogi Adityanath to visit Mathura for 2-day Krishna Janmashtami celebrations

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will undertake a two-day visit to Mathura from Thursday to participate in Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations and inaugurate development projects, officials said. Adityanath will arrive in Mathura on Thursday afternoon and chair a meeting of the Uttar Pradesh Brij Teerth Vikas Parishad. He will also inaugurate various projects, including the Sri Haridas Auditorium built at the Geeta Shodh Sansthan at a cost of around Rs 42 crore. The auditorium pro...

PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in firecracker factory explosion in UP’s Kaushambi

September 1, 2026 9:34 AM

PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in firecracker factory explosion in UP’s Kaushambi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed grief over loss of lives due to an explosion at a firecracker factory in Uttar Pradesh and announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured. Eleven people, including eight children, were killed and five injured after a massive explosion at a firecracker factory destroyed its building and six other houses in Kaushambi district on Monday afternoon. "Extremely saddened by the loss of lives due to...

PM Modi highlights women’s herbal tea enterprise in Bijnor, says small initiative became a symbol of self-reliance

July 26, 2026 5:12 PM

PM Modi highlights women’s herbal tea enterprise in Bijnor, says small initiative became a symbol of self-reliance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the success of a women-led herbal tea enterprise in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor district, saying the initiative exemplifies how local knowledge, natural resources and women's entrepreneurship can drive self-reliance and create meaningful economic opportunities. Addressing the nation during the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister spoke about 'Vidur Prerna Swadeshi Herbal Tea', a product developed by women as...

World-class road connectivity in Uttar Pradesh is our priority: Nitin Gadkari

July 14, 2026 1:32 PM

World-class road connectivity in Uttar Pradesh is our priority: Nitin Gadkari

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday held a comprehensive review meeting with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari to assess the progress of major National Highway and road infrastructure projects across the state. The meeting included detailed discussions on proposals submitted by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, and the Uttar Pradesh government. "Modern road infrastructure forms the foundat...

Dubai Road Accident: Three Each from UP and Telangana Among Six Indian Fatalities

June 10, 2026 10:21 AM

Dubai Road Accident: Three Each from UP and Telangana Among Six Indian Fatalities

Three Indian workers from Uttar Pradesh and three from Telangana were among seven people killed in a road accident on Emirates Road in Dubai on Monday. The seventh victim was a Sri Lankan national. Of the eight injured Indians, five have been discharged after receiving treatment, while three remain hospitalised, with two undergoing treatment at Rashid Hospital and one at Al Fakheer Hospital. The accident occurred when a minibus carrying workers collided with a truck that had reportedly stopped ...

Surha Tal in UP’s Ballia designated as India’s 100th Ramsar site; PM Modi hails landmark

June 5, 2026 12:03 PM

Surha Tal in UP’s Ballia designated as India’s 100th Ramsar site; PM Modi hails landmark

India has achieved a significant milestone in wetland conservation with the designation of the Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) in Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh as the country's 100th Ramsar Site. Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the development and described it as a reflection of India's strong commitment to protecting wetlands and biodiversity. In a post on X, he said, "A century as far as Ramsar sites are concerned! Glad that the Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Sur...

PM Modi addresses Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi, launches Rs 6,350 crore projects; seeks support for women’s reservation

April 28, 2026 9:17 PM

PM Modi addresses Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi, launches Rs 6,350 crore projects; seeks support for women’s reservation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed a massive gathering at a Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth around ₹6,350 crore, while strongly emphasising women’s empowerment and seeking support for the implementation of women’s reservation in legislatures. Highlighting the significance of the event, PM Modi said, “Today’s occasion is indeed a celebration of honoring and developing women’s power,” addin...

PM Modi gets grand welcome in Varanasi, to attend Mahila Sammelan, unveil Rs 6,350 crore projects

April 28, 2026 5:11 PM

PM Modi gets grand welcome in Varanasi, to attend Mahila Sammelan, unveil Rs 6,350 crore projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in his parliamentary constituency Varanasi on Tuesday for a two-day visit, where he received a grand welcome at the airport from Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and senior BJP leaders. During his visit, PM Modi will participate in a Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi and inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for development projects worth around ₹6,350 crore, spanning sectors such as railways, roads, water supply, healthc...

Shekha Jheel declared India’s 99th Ramsar site, UP’s tally rises to 12

April 22, 2026 1:43 PM

Shekha Jheel declared India’s 99th Ramsar site, UP’s tally rises to 12

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Tuesday said that the Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary has been designated as a Ramsar site, taking India’s total number of internationally recognised wetlands to 99. With this addition, Uttar Pradesh now has 12 Ramsar sites, further strengthening its position as one of the leading states in wetland conservation. In a post on X, Yadav said the recognition would boost local livelihoods, biodiversity conservation, and water and climate security. He note...