Lucknow: The independent road quality assessment carried out over two expressways yielded positive results. The expertise of a Zurich, Switzerland-based university was sought to examine the carriageways of these expressways. The UP Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) engaged experts to determine the riding quality and comfort assessment to find out whether improvement works or rectification…
South Korean car maker Hyundai Motor India agreed on a three-year wage package for its employees at the Chennai plant in Tamil Nadu. The deal, announced on Wednesday runs from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2027 and includes a monthly salary hike of Rs 31,000, applied in a ratio of 55%, 25% and 20%,…
Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Renowned astrologer Greenstone Lobo has made bold predictions about Shubman Gill’s future as a player and captain, stating that while the young opener has a “phenomenal horoscope” and will emerge as a run-machine for India, his leadership might not immediately bring major ICC trophies.Speaking in an…
NEW DELHI: A car fell into a water-filled pothole outside Patna Junction, attracting a large crowd of onlookers. A video of the incident showed the vehicle stuck in the pit as people gathered around, once again raising questions over the poor state of roads in the city.The vehicle’s wheels and underbody were coated in mud,…
Lucknow: Promoting intellectual and creative growth of students, the basic education department is organising the Shri Aurobindo National History Essay Competition 2025 for students enrolled in state-run schools and Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs).This competition will be held from Nov 10 to Dec 15, with support from the Union Ministry of Culture and the Foundation…
Bihar Jeevika recruitment 2025: The Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society (BRLPS) has released the admit cards for the Bihar Jeevika recruitment 2025 examination. Candidates who have successfully registered for the recruitment drive can now download their hall tickets through the official website at brlps.in.This recruitment aims to fill 2,747 vacancies across various positions, including Block…
Lucknow: The district administration of Bahraich has invoked the National Security Act (NSA) against eight people jailed in connection with the communal violence that broke out during the immersion of Durga idol on Oct 13 last year.Violence had escalated after Ram Gopal Mishra, a devotee participating in a procession being taken out for idol immersion,…
Axar Patel, centre, is congratulated by teammates after dismissing Australian batter Matt Short. (AP/PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: India defended a modest total with a stifling bowling performance to defeat Australia by 48 runs in the fourth T20 International at Carrara Oval, Queensland on Thursday, taking an unassailable 2-1 lead in the five-match series. The result…
BENGALURU: The govt is not reviving anti-profiteering provisions under Section 171 of the GST law, even as it implements one of the largest rounds of tax rate cuts since GST’s rollout in 2017. K Balasubramanian, joint secretary in the ministry of finance, said the Centre is relying on market competition and industry cooperation to ensure…
Lucknow: Following the Railway Board directives, the Lucknow Division of North Eastern Railway has successfully rolled out a biometric attendance system for its ticket checking staff.This marks a shift from traditional manual registers to a fully digital attendance system, aimed at enhancing transparency and operational efficiency. The new system has been deployed across all six…