Day: November 11, 2024

Uttarakhand Mahotsav 2024: A Cultural Extravaganza on the Banks of Gomti

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The ongoing Uttarakhand Mahotsav at the Bharat Ratna Pt. Govind Ballabh Pant Mountain Cultural Garden, located along the scenic banks of the Gomti River in Lucknow, is a celebration of rich traditions, folk arts, and the cultural heritage of Uttarakhand. Coordinated by Hem Singh, the festival showcases the state’s vibrant customs, with a stunning stage designed to depict the Kumbh Mela, drawing audiences into a whirlwind of traditional performances, mouth-watering food, and local craftsmanship. A Mesmerizing Blend of Folk Arts and Traditions From the first moment you step onto…

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Dance, Music, and Artistry light up Lucknow’s Uttarakhand Mahotsav

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The ten-day Uttarakhand Festival, organized by the Uttarakhand Maha Parishad, continued its celebration on the banks of the Gomti, where Lucknowites were treated to the vibrant cultural heritage of Uttarakhand. On the festival’s second evening, the atmosphere was alive with music, colors, and the sounds of traditional instruments as the Chholia dance group from Uttarakhand showcased their skills, bringing a piece of the mountains to the plains. Grand Opening Ceremony The evening’s events commenced with an inauguration ceremony by Dr. Dinesh Sharma, Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), joined…

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Strands of Media and Society at Gomti Book Festival : Experts Discuss Challenges in Journalism

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow’s Gomti Book Festival is rapidly establishing itself as a vibrant hub for literature, art, and inclusive learning. Enthusiastic students of all ages are flocking to the festival, with Monday’s highlight being a unique session, Sparsh Ka Ahsaas: Ek Naya Anubhav, dedicated to visually impaired students. Hosted on the festival’s ‘Shabd Sansar’ platform, this special session offered an immersive sensory experience aimed at fostering creativity and inclusivity. A New Experience for Visually Impaired Students In Sparsh Ka Ahsaas, Assistant Professor Smriti Saraswat from IIT Roorkee emphasized the importance of…

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Naushad Award for Mithoon, Palak, Sonam and Radhika

Arijit Bose

Young Artika Bhattacharya to Join Legendary Singers at Awadh Festival Lucknow: Renowned music composer Mithoon Sharma and playback singer Palak Muchhal, along with Sufi singer Sonam Kalra and ghazal singer Radhika Chopra, will be conferred with the Naushad Award this year. The award will be presented at a ghazal mahfil organized at Surya Auditorium on November 23. Sonam Kalra, Radhika Chopra, and young singer Artika Bhattacharya will perform at the event. Lieutenant General Anindya Sen Gupta, Chief of Staff, and other military officials will also attend the program. Organized by…

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Workshop on Air Pollution and Climate Change held at Amity University

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – A National Workshop titled “Spreading Awareness on Emerging Challenges of Air Pollution and Climate Change on Human Health in Urban Ecosystems” was organized today by the Amity School of Applied Sciences, Amity University Lucknow Campus, in collaboration with the Environmental Pollution Laboratory, University of Delhi, and the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The event saw enthusiastic participation, with over 300 students attending. The workshop began with opening remarks by Prof. (Dr.) Asita Kulshreshtha, Head of the Amity School of Applied Sciences, followed by a welcome…

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Amity University’s Clinical Psychology Department Hosts Training Partners Meet

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – The Department of Clinical Psychology at Amity Institute of Behavioral and Allied Sciences (AIBAS), Amity University Lucknow Campus, organized a Training Partners Meet to mark the completion of its 10th years The event was inaugurated with the lighting of the lamp by distinguished guests, including Dr. Hemant Naidu, Clinical Director of Noor Manzil Psychiatric Hospital; Colonel Shahbaz Ali, Head of the Psychiatry Department at Command Hospital; Dr. Siddhant, Director of Umeed Rehabilitation Center; Dr. Pranjal Agarwal, Director of Nirvana Hospital; and  Anju Mishra, Director of PYSSUM. Several senior…

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Municipal Corporation Removes Illegal Land Occupation in Bijnor, Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — In a decisive move to reclaim public land, the Municipal Corporation, under the direction of Municipal Commissioner  Inderjit Singh and Additional Municipal Commissioner  Pankaj Srivastava, has removed an illegal occupation on 0.174 hectares of land (Khasra number 219M) in Bijnor, Tehsil-Sarojini Nagar, Lucknow. The land, owned by the Municipal Corporation, had been encroached upon by land mafias who constructed an RCC road on the property. The operation, executed peacefully in the presence of Deputy Tehsildar  Rituraj Shukla and Deputy Tehsildar of the Municipal Corporation Sanjay Kumar Singh, was…

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met religious, social and party representatives and workers

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Representatives of various religious and social organisations met Union Defence Minister and Lucknow MP Rajnath Singh at his Lucknow residence. Metropolitan President Anand Dwivedi, Mayor Sushma Kharkwal, General Secretary Pushkar Shukla were mainly present during the meeting. Media in-charge Praveen Garg said that during the meeting at the residence, State President Bhupendra Singh and State General Secretary MLC Govind Narayan Shukla, MLA Fateh Bahadur Singh and public representatives and senior officials also met him. Lucknow Brahmin Parivar President Shiv Shankar Awasthi with Brahmin community, All India Brahma Samaj National…

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Gomti Book Festival witnessed the presence of giants of screenplay, poetry and literature

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: From the dramatic art of storytelling to the workshops of singing songs through poetry, the children were introduced to a unique dimension of creativity. Through the films screened at the Children’s Film Festival, the audience understood the importance of environment and water conservation. Workshop on storytelling through acting The second day of the Gomti Book Festival began with the first session ‘Role Play: Learn and Act’ organised at Shabd Sansaar. Muskan Sharma taught children to express different types of emotions on the stage of Shabd Sansaar. She focused the…

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Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak and Mayor Sushma Kharkwal Grace Vipulam 20th National Honor Ceremony

Arijit Bose

Lucknow, Deva Road — The 20th National Honor Ceremony, “Vipulam,” and the All India Kavi Sammelan were hosted with grandeur by the Samarpan Group of Institutions at Samarpan Hospital, Deva Road, Goyala. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and Mayor Sushma Kharkwal were the chief guests, bringing prominence and support to the event, which celebrated distinguished individuals and promoted literary excellence. The ceremony saw Deputy CM Pathak and Mayor Kharkwal honoring notable figures for their contributions to various fields, underscoring the importance of education, healthcare, and cultural preservation. Addressing the audience,…

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