States » North


Environment Directorate of UP signs MoU with iFOREST for green development

Lucknow, Mar 20 (UNI) In a move to promote sustainable development and combat pollution, the Environment Directorate of the Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Forum for Environment, Sustainability and Technology (iFOREST).
The MoU aims to address critical environmental challenges, including air pollution, waste management, and climate change. Present at the signing were Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Dr Arun Kumar Saxena, Minister of State KP Malik, Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh, and other officials.
Under this three-year agreement, iFOREST will conduct research-driven studies and training programmes while assisting the Environment Directorate in implementing government schemes. The partnership will also focus on advancing green energy and ensuring sustainable industrial and urban development in UP.
More News
NIA takes over Pahalagm terror attack case

NIA takes over Pahalagm terror attack case

27 Apr 2025 | 11:22 AM

Srinagar, Apr 27 (UNI) National Investigation Agency (NIA) has formally taken over the investigation of the Pahalgam terror attack case, in which 26 innocent tourists were mercilessly shot dead on Tuesday, officials said.

see more..
Civilian shot dead in Kashmir's Kupwara

Civilian shot dead in Kashmir's Kupwara

27 Apr 2025 | 11:15 AM

Srinagar, Apr 27 (UNI) A civilian was shot dead by unknown gunmen in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

see more..
Pak again resorts to unprovoked small arms fire along Kashmir LoC, Army responds

Pak again resorts to unprovoked small arms fire along Kashmir LoC, Army responds

27 Apr 2025 | 8:29 AM

Srinagar, Apr 27 (UNI) For the third consecutive night, Pakistan Army posts resorted to unprovoked small arms fire across the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir, Army sources said on Sunday.

see more..
Civilian shot dead by militants in Kupwara

Civilian shot dead by militants in Kupwara

27 Apr 2025 | 8:26 AM

Srinagar, Apr 27 (UNI) A civilian was shot dead by unknown militants in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

see more..

Himachal: Six JBT teachers suspended for misconduct, unauthorized absence

27 Apr 2025 | 1:43 AM

Shimla, Apr 26 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh government has suspended six Junior Basic Training (JBT) teachers across the state for alleged gross misconduct, including absence from duty and participation in protests against government policies.

see more..