BUDGET
Budget 2026: Uttar Pradesh's billion-dollar wishlist to Centre in major capex push
According to officials, the state has sought approval and funding for setting up an AIIMS in western Uttar Pradesh, opening an IIT in Bundelkhand and expanding metro rail services in major urban centres.
INDIA
Ashok Leyland’s Lucknow e-bus plant signals UP’s rapid industrial shift
The facility has been developed with an initial investment of around Rs 252 crore, while the total planned capital expenditure is estimated at nearly Rs 1,000 crore.
INDIA
Priyanka Gandhi to be Cong's face in 2027 Uttar Pradesh polls? Campaign on her birthday sparks buzz
Senior party leaders openly acknowledge that Priyanja's growing involvement is expected to give the campaign momentum and provide the Congress with a recognisable face as it prepares for 2027.
BUSINESS
Effective policies fuel 53% jump in Uttar Pradesh real estate investment
Real estate developers say the broader improvement in the state’s investment climate has played a crucial role in changing perceptions about Uttar Pradesh.
BUSINESS
Ashok Leyland enters UP with first e-bus plant, bets Rs 1,000 crore on Lucknow manufacturing hub
Built over nearly 70 acres in a record 16 months, the facility marks Uttar Pradesh’s first dedicated e-bus manufacturing unit. In the initial phase, the plant has an annual production capacity of 2,500 vehicles.
INDIA
UP eyes Rs 68,000 crore excise haul in FY27, bets on exports and investment push
Uttar Pradesh’s excise revenues have nearly doubled in four years. Nearly 40 percent of Uttar Pradesh’s excise revenue comes from country liquor, reflecting consumption patterns among daily wage workers and lower-income groups.
POLITICS
Urban BJP bastions hit harder than Muslim belts in SIR draft roll, opposition narrative on voter purge falters
Five Muslim-dominated districts Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar, Moradabad, Rampur and Sambhal, where Muslims account for 40 to 50 percent of voters, have largely seen deletions of up to around 20 percent.
POLITICS
Yogi Adityanath’s Delhi meetings spark buzz over cabinet expansion, BJP organisational reshuffle
At present, six ministerial posts are vacant in the Yogi government.There is speculation that several leaders from the OBC category may be accommodated as part of the exercise.
BUSINESS
Uttar Pradesh tops Deregulation 1.0 rankings, leads in business reforms
The Centre identified 23 key priority areas across land, building and construction, labour, utilities, permissions, and other sectors to simplify business operations and make them more transparent and investment-friendly.
INDIA
Big-ticket projects lined up in 2026, Uttar Pradesh eyes major transformation ahead of poll year
Infrastructure development will remain at the core of the roadmap. Several flagship projects are nearing completion or are scheduled to become operational in early 2026
POLITICS
Uttar Pradesh's stormy politics in 2025: Ayodhya powerplay, internal discord & comeback attempts
The past twelve months saw sharp controversies, open dissent, dramatic personal battles and carefully calibrated political messaging, keeping the state’s political temperature high throughout the year.
INDIA
Yearender 2025: How fearless business reshaped Uttar Pradesh’s growth story
The state budget has more than doubled over the past decade, rising from around Rs 3 lakh crore to close to Rs 7 lakh crore.
POLITICS
‘Our government brought down the wall of Article 370,’ says PM Modi at Rashtriya Prerna Sthal inauguration
Referring to the abrogation of Article 370, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said there cannot be two flags and two constitutions in one country
INDIA
Kalashnikov, BrahMos and more: How UP is turning into a defence powerhouse
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has described BrahMos manufacturing in Lucknow as a reflection of improved law and order, rising investor confidence and policy stability in the state.
POLITICS
UP seeks additional Rs 24,000 cr to rev up economy in FY26; plans big energy, health and urban infra push
The demand has been moved under Article 205 of the Constitution, which allows governments to seek legislative approval when authorised expenditure for a financial year is found to be insufficient.
INDIA
Kashi strengthens footprint on global tourism map as visitor numbers hit record high
Officials attribute the rising tourist inflow to stronger law and order, better road, rail and air connectivity, major improvements in basic infrastructure and the creation of world-class facilities.
POLITICS
From factories to future tech: How Tata–Yogi alignment signals Uttar Pradesh’s next growth phase
Tata Power outlined plans for a new 1,900 MW thermal power unit at its Bara plant in Prayagraj. The project, which will include multiple generation units, is expected to significantly enhance UP’s electricity. generation capacity.
INDIA
Why these two Assam districts keep resurfacing in Lucknow's SIR drive across slums
Officials associated with the drive say a clear pattern has emerged during door to door checks. A large number of slum residents under scrutiny have identified Barpeta or Kamrup as their native districts.
INDIA
PDA vs Kurmi: Why Akhilesh should be wary of Pankaj Chaudhary’s elevation as UP BJP chief
Kurmis are widely regarded as the most influential backward caste after Yadavs in UP and have traditionally formed a bulwark against the SP's Yadav-centric support base. However, the 2024 Lok Sabha elections exposed cracks in that alignment.
INDIA
Who is Pankaj Chaudhary, the veteran Kurmi leader set to become new UP BJP chief ahead of 2027 polls
Chaudhary, who belongs to the Kurmi community, a politically significant Other Backward Class in the state, is being seen as a leader whose elevation could help the BJP send a calibrated political message, when he filed nomination for the post of BJP state president.
INDIA
Why Noida airport could be game-changer for UP: Haveli-style courtyard, Swiss efficiency, fully digital
The project blends Swiss-style operational efficiency with Indian hospitality and traditional aesthetics, setting new benchmarks for airport design and functionality.
INDIA
Yogi govt's excise policy 2025 spurs major investments in Uttar Pradesh
Official data shows that Uttar Pradesh has produced 182 crore litres of ethanol till November 2025, the highest in its history.
INDIA
UP govt to deploy high-tech surveillance to prevent infiltrators from availing Aadhaar, subsidised ration
CM Yogi has chaired multiple high-level meetings over the past week, stating that Uttar Pradesh’s resources belong first to its legitimate citizens.
INDIA
Inside Yogi's fresh infiltrator crackdown in Uttar Pradesh
Urban local bodies have been instructed to identify suspected foreign nationals working or residing in their jurisdiction. Lists will be submitted to divisional commissioners and Inspectors General for verification and legal action.
