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Kashi Vishwanath Corridor unlocks Varanasi's tourism boom, economic growth

The corridor drives Varanasi's massive economic growth, but experts call for expanding tourism strategies to uplift the entire Purvanchal region

Purvanchal is emerging as a major investment hub, says Deepak Kumar

UP is positioning Poorvanchal as a major investment hub through industrial clusters, stronger connectivity, GCC incentives and sector-focused policies, says Deepak Kumar

Ubharta Purvanchal conclave: Eastern UP's untapped mine lies above the soil

Crop residue, farmer collectives, and biomass industries can unlock fresh incomes, cleaner energy, and stronger agricultural value chains

Ubharta Purvanchal: 'Region can create business icons, needs better infra'

Varanasi strengthens its reputation as Purvanchal's economic engine by supporting businesses and cutting red tape

Fringes to frontline: Purvanchal phoenix rising on growth, investment push

Long defined by a troubled reputation, the region is scripting a new story through connectivity, industry, logistics, investment, and entrepreneurship

UP tops Maharashtra to become India's No 2 in rooftop solar installations

More than 85,000 people have found employment so far through over 7,000 solar companies operating in the state

Union Cabinet approves ₹25,000 crore road projects for Varanasi

The Union Cabinet has approved two road corridor projects worth ₹25,445 crore in Varanasi to improve connectivity, reduce congestion and enhance access to key religious and urban destinations

UP govt offers special provisions to propel Eastern UP, Bundelkhand

Uttar Pradesh has unveiled enhanced startup and data centre incentives for Purvanchal and Bundelkhand to attract investment and support its $1 trillion economy goal

Kanwar Yatra route in Muzaffarnagar to have AI camera drones, CCTVs

Muzaffarnagar police will deploy AI-powered camera drones and install about 2,500 CCTVs along the Kanwar Yatra route to strengthen real-time surveillance and ensure a safe and peaceful pilgrimage

UP assures farm security with over 3.10 mn tonnes fertiliser stock

The state government said it has more than 3.10 million tonnes of fertiliser in stock and is coordinating with the Centre to ensure uninterrupted supplies during the ongoing kharif sowing season

Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu: Two success stories in India's agriculture

Among hilly regions and Northeast India, Assam, Manipur and Tripura recorded the highest CAGR during the same period, though from a smaller base

Uttar Pradesh trade show may generate ₹25,000 crore boost for MSMEs

UPITS 2026 aims to connect nine million MSMEs with global buyers, targeting ₹20,000 crore in business opportunities and boosting Uttar Pradesh's export ambitions

Purvanchal steps up on development journey with infra push, policy reforms

At Uttar Pradesh Excise Minister Nitin Agarwal said that eastern Uttar Pradesh had moved beyond its traditional identity to become a key contributor to the state's economic growth

BS Rising Purvanchal Conclave: Eastern UP economy buoyed by faith

Bhushan said it indicates that the annual tourism economy generated by tourists coming to Varanasi totals about Rs 1.25 trillion if it is assumed that a visiting family comprises four members

'East UP has unlimited potential for waste to wealth value chain'

UP Pollution Control Board Chairman Dr R P Singh said the state produces a huge amount of biomass, which was earlier dismissed as mere agricultural waste or crop residue

Top leaders, policymakers to brainstorm at BS Rising Purvanchal Conclave

The day-long conclave will deliberate on ways to push Purvanchal to the forefront of UP's economic growth

UP govt's new startup policy to back deep-tech, women entrepreneurs

Uttar Pradesh is drafting a new startup policy with incentives for deep-tech ventures, women-led firms and innovation-driven entrepreneurship

UP eyes 9% of India's data centre capacity with ₹4.9 trn investment

Uttar Pradesh aims to attract ₹4.9 trillion in investments and emerge as a major data centre hub, backed by AI-focused, green digital infrastructure

UP government to develop textile parks across 1,500 acres to boost economy

Uttar Pradesh plans six textile parks across nearly 1,500 acres, targeting over ₹10,000 crore in investments and thousands of jobs

UP govt puts Tier-II towns on the radar for Global Capability Centres

Uttar Pradesh is promoting Lucknow, Kanpur and Varanasi as GCC hubs, backed by incentives, infrastructure projects and a strong talent pool