September 17, 2026 9:59 PM

‘India crafted identity of its own under PM Modi’s leadership’: CM Adityanath lights ‘Aashirwad ka Diya’

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while asserting that India has crafted an identity of its own under the latter's leadership. The Chief Minister made the remark after lighting earthen lamps in Lucknow during the 'Aashirwad ka Diya' ceremony, as part of the nationwide 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. Addressing a gathering, CM Adityanath said: "Scores of earthen lamps are being lit across the country to pray for the goo...

September 14, 2026 12:00 PM

Hindi is a powerful expression of national unity: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday extended his greetings and best wishes to Hindi lovers and the people of the state on ‘Hindi Diwas’, describing Hindi as a powerful expression of cultural consciousness and national unity. He called for its wider use and enrichment. Taking to X, CM Adityanath said: “Heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Hindi lovers and the people of the state on the occasion of Hindi Diwas. Hindi is a powerful expression of our ...

September 7, 2026 11:22 AM

AI Literacy Need of the Hour, Emerging Technologies Opening New Opportunities: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday batted for artificial intelligence (AI) literacy, saying emerging technologies were opening up new opportunities in education, healthcare, agriculture, industry and employment. Education, he said, should not be limited to teaching children how to read and write but should also impart knowledge, values, discipline, confidence and an understanding that gives their lives the right direction. “Today, technology is rapidly changing our lives....

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...

August 26, 2026 12:06 AM

UP Cabinet approves purchase of 25 lakh tablets for youth

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Tuesday approved the purchase of 25 lakh tablets for free distribution among eligible youth under the Swami Vivekananda Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana, with the state government making a budget provision of Rs 2,374.60 crore for the scheme in 2026-27. The decision, taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, includes issuing purchase orders to institutions selected through the tender process, the state government said in a statement. The five-y...

August 25, 2026 1:17 AM

Adityanath Asks Officials of Invest UP, Other Departments to Facilitate Japanese Investments, Promote Tourism

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a meeting with officials of Invest UP and other departments on Monday and asked them to facilitate investment by Japanese companies and promote tourism in the state. “For the first time, a delegation of 240 people arrived in the state. This visit created a positive atmosphere between Japan and Uttar Pradesh. The guests who came from Japan appreciated the positive changes taking place in Uttar Pradesh. In such a situation, continuous dialogue b...

August 24, 2026 7:39 PM

CM Yogi launches projects worth Rs 879 crore in Raebareli, Bachhrawan and Harchandpur

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday launched a slew of development projects spread over Raebareli, Bachhrawan and Harchandpur constituencies amounting to Rs 879 crore. A total of 346 developmental projects have been greenlighted in these zones, the funds for which have been earmarked by the state government. Speaking at the event held at the Firoz Gandhi Degree College ground in Raebareli, the CM said that the Raksha Bandhan celebrations have begun for the Mid-day meal cooks...

August 16, 2026 9:36 AM

‘His entire life is a living example of ‘nation first’ spirit: CM Yogi pays tribute to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday paid tribute to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary, recalling his contributions to Indian democracy, politics and national service.  “On the death anniversary of the pinnacle figure of nationalism, democratic values, and ideal politics, former Prime Minister, ‘Bharat Ratna’ recipient, the revered Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji, humble tribute,” Yogi Adityanath posted on X. “Atal...

August 11, 2026 11:33 AM

UP CM Yogi pays tributes to freedom fighter Khudiram Bose on his death anniversary

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday paid tributes to freedom fighter Khudiram Bose on his martyrdom day. Bose was the first among the Indian revolutionaries in Bengal to be executed by the British on this day in 1908. “A humble tribute on the death anniversary of great revolutionary Khudiram Bose, a brave son of Mother India. By dedicating himself to the noble cause of the motherland’s liberation at the tender age of just 18, he awakened the entire nation against the Bri...

August 10, 2026 12:02 PM

Kanwar Yatra is a festival of harmony; make it an occasion for social responsibility, service: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has urged people to make the annual Kanwar Yatra a festival of social responsibility, service and cooperation, saying the pilgrimage is not merely a religious ritual but also a living expression of social harmony, discipline and India’s cultural traditions. In a message to the people of Uttar Pradesh, CM Yogi said some journeys in Indian tradition go beyond religious observances and become “a living school of society, culture, discipline and publ...