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NPCL scores A+, state utilities fall behind

Lucknow, March 23 -- A fresh A+ rating for Noida Power Company Limited (NPCL) has once again highlighted the stark performance divide among Uttar Pradesh's power distribution companies, though the com... Read More


UPERC approves plan for procurement of power from battery storage system

LUCKNOW, March 23 -- The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has approved a proposal by Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) to procure power from 375 MW battery energy ... Read More


Sniffer dog cracks Nishatganj murder; daughter-in-law, youth arrested

LUCKNOW, March 23 -- A police dog leading investigators straight to the accused proved pivotal in cracking a chilling murder case within hours in Lucknow, where a 36-year-old daughter-in-law allegedly... Read More


Focus on infra, civic services asLMC passes budget for 2026-27

LUCKNOW, March 23 -- Prioritising revenue augmentation, infrastructure development and improved civic services, the Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) passed a total budget of Rs.4,692.71 crore for t... Read More


Budget was passed within 45 minutes without debate

LUCKNOW, March 23 -- The Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) passed its 2026-27 budget within around 45 minutes of convening the House on Sunday, triggering sharp protests from opposition corporators ... Read More


Now, manjha causes deep cuts on neck of 6-year-old

LUCKNOW, March 23 -- A six-year-old girl was seriously injured after a sharp nylon kite string (manjha) caused deep cuts on her neck and finger when she was riding a motorcycle with her father in Luck... Read More


Surabhi Ranjan conferred prestigious Naushad Samman

LUCKNOW, March 23 -- Noted singer Surabhi Ranjan was awarded the prestigious Naushad Samman on Sunday at a cultural event organised for soldiers in the Cantonment area of the city. The event, held und... Read More


Pratapgarh launches new pilot model for inclusive development

Prayagraj, March 23 -- Pratapgarh district in the Prayagraj division has introduced a new pilot development model to boost growth and improve its image. The initiative aims to use the district's locat... Read More


Chain-snatching accused injured in police encounter in Pratapgarh

Prayagraj, March 23 -- A man accused of chain-snatching was injured and arrested after a police encounter in Pratapgarh district on Sunday morning. A police constable was also hurt during the incident... Read More


Rs 48,000 looted after assault on Jan Seva Kendra operator

PRAYAGRAJ, March 23 -- Two individuals assaulted a Jan Seva Kendra operator and looted approximately Rs 48,000 kept at the counter. The accused fled the scene immediately after the incident. The victi... Read More