Author: Sharad Natani
A powerful wave of faith swept through Prayagraj as more than 1.5 million devotees took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Paush Purnima, marking the first major bathing festival of Magh Mela 2026. From the early hours of the morning, pilgrims thronged the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati, braving cold winds and low temperatures with unwavering devotion. According to official figures, around 15.3 lakh devotees had completed the sacred bath by noon, with the numbers continuing to rise throughout the day. The atmosphere at the Sangam echoed with chants, prayers, and devotional hymns as…
The global technology and artificial intelligence boom has catapulted a new generation of young entrepreneurs into unprecedented wealth—and India has emerged as a major winner. According to Forbes’ December 2025 data, the world now has 71 self-made billionaires aged 40 or below, the highest number ever recorded. Among them, four Indian and Indian-origin tech founders have secured places in the elite Forbes Under-40 Billionaires list, highlighting India’s growing influence in global technology and innovation. Ankur Jain Leads Indian-Origin Billionaires Topping the list among Indian-origin founders is Ankur Jain, ranked 19th globally with an estimated net worth of $3.4 billion. Based…
A growing number of private vehicles across Uttar Pradesh are openly displaying labels such as “Uttar Pradesh Government” or “Uttar Pradesh Shasan”, raising serious concerns over blatant violations of motor vehicle and emblem misuse laws. Despite clear legal prohibitions, the trend continues unchecked, exposing gaps in enforcement by the transport and administrative authorities. Under Section 177 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, general violations invite penalties, while the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950, explicitly bars the unauthorised use of words like “Government” or “State Government.” Additionally, the Uttar Pradesh State Emblem (Regulation of Use) Rules, 2021,…
In a strong anti-corruption push, the Uttar Pradesh government has issued a stern warning to all government employees and officers: failure to disclose movable and immovable property details will invite strict legal action, including denial of promotion and possible dismissal from service. The state government has made it mandatory for all employees across departments to submit complete property declarations on the official government portal. Departments have been instructed to ensure full compliance, failing which disciplinary action will be initiated. No Property Disclosure, No Promotion According to official directives, any government employee or officer who fails to submit property details will…
Serious concerns over food safety and public health have surfaced in Bihar following viral claims that broiler chickens are allegedly being grown using steroids and chemical substances to drastically increase their weight within an unusually short span of time. According to social media posts shared by health advocacy handles, chicks weighing barely 50 grams are reportedly being turned into 2.5-kilogram chickens within just 20 days — a practice experts warn could pose grave risks to human health if proven true. The issue has sparked widespread outrage among consumers, doctors, and public health activists, who are demanding immediate investigation and strict…
The Noida Authority’s 221st Board Meeting, held at its Sector-6 administrative headquarters, marked a major step toward accelerating urban development, resolving long-pending real estate issues, and strengthening infrastructure planning across the city. Chaired by Uttar Pradesh Infrastructure & Industrial Development Commissioner Deepak Kumar, the meeting approved several key policy and project-level decisions with long-term impact. Senior officials present included Noida CEO Lokesh M, Yamuna Authority CEO Rakesh Kumar Singh, and Greater Noida ACEO Sunil Kumar Singh, among others. Focus on New Noida, Sports City and Stalled Projects One of the central themes of the meeting was to bring momentum to…