Day: January 11, 2025

Children Showcase Talent, Martyr Captain Mukesh Srivastava’s Mother Honored

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Rajsheel Mahila Kalyan Samiti organized the “Star of Lucknow 2025” event at the Buddha Research Institute in Gomti Nagar, under the leadership of social activist Richa Singh. The event saw remarkable participation from talented children across Lucknow, showcasing their skills in various categories. Inauguration and Honors The event was inaugurated with a lamp-lighting ceremony by Lucknow’s former Mayor Sanyukta Bhatia and the Chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh Haj Committee, Mohsin Raza, who is also a former state minister. Organizers Richa Singh and Dr. Rohit Bhadoriya welcomed and honored…

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National Youth Day: Four young women who are catalysing change in rural India

Arijit Bose

Jaishree Shetole, Sania Kumari, Madhuri Pal and Jyoti Kumari have empowered not just themselves but also their communities Mumbai: Despite their limitless potential, rural youth struggle with a multitude of socio-economic issues, such as unemployability, a paucity of growth opportunities, and systemic barriers. This calls for targeted outreach strategies and grounded solutions to bring equal opportunities to rural India so that the youth and their communities can flourish. On National Youth Day (January 12), the uplifting stories of four rural women highlight the transformative impact of scalable efforts at the…

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Vibrant Paintings Conveying Energy, Enthusiasm, and Life’s Message

Arijit Bose

The ‘Expression : An invocation of a brush stroke’ Group Art Exhibition Runs Till January 21 Lucknow: Synapse International Art Gallery proudly presents a group art exhibition, “Expression : An invocation of a brush stroke” at the Centrum Hotel, running till January 21. The exhibition showcases artworks by seven talented artists from across India, including Ashish Mondal, Monalisa Sarkar Mitra, Prabhat Joshi, Avinash Yadav, Bibhas Baidya, Suresh Kumar Saurabh, and Sanjy G N Ketaan. The exhibition captures the vibrant lifestyles of Varanasi’s inhabitants, conveying the dynamic essence of movement and…

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California Governor Gavin Newsom Faces Backlash for Wildfire Budget Cuts

Arijit Bose

Los Angeles: California Governor Gavin Newsom is under intense scrutiny following the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles that have razed over 10,000 buildings, claimed at least ten lives, and displaced thousands of residents. The inferno, which has been raging since Tuesday, has reignited criticism over Newsom’s decision to cut over USD 100 million in funding for forest resilience and wildfire prevention in the 2024–25 state budget. The budget cuts, approved in June 2024, reduced allocations across seven critical programs aimed at mitigating wildfire risks. The Legislative Analyst’s Office estimates that…

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Outgoing President Joe Biden Defends Legacy Amidst Final Days

Arijit Bose

Washington: In a candid interaction with reporters, outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden firmly stated that he has no plans to pardon himself before leaving office on January 20, asserting he has done nothing wrong. Biden, who has already issued a pardon for his son Hunter Biden, hinted that additional pardons might be forthcoming but emphasized they would be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. The speculation around a potential self-pardon gained momentum as Biden prepares to step down, leaving the White House for President-elect Donald Trump, whose own legal challenges have…

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Donald Trump Found Guilty in Hush Money Case but Avoids Prison Time

Arijit Bose

NEW YORK: In a historic and unprecedented ruling, a Manhattan court found US President-elect Donald Trump guilty of concealing hush money payments to porn actress Stormy Daniels but spared him from prison time or financial penalties. The court sentenced Trump to an unconditional discharge, the mildest form of criminal punishment, days before he is set to assume office for his second term. The ruling by Judge Juan Merchan comes after Trump’s conviction in May 2024 on 34 charges of falsifying company records. These charges stemmed from his alleged efforts to…

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Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya Inaugurates Kitchen and Distributes Prasad in Prayagraj

Arijit Bose

Prayagraj: Uttar Pradesh’s Deputy Chief Minister, Keshav Prasad Maurya, undertook a series of significant events in the city of Prayagraj, with a special focus on the ongoing Maha Kumbh and its cultural and spiritual significance. During his visit, he addressed various gatherings, participated in a conclave, and highlighted the importance of the Maha Kumbh, emphasizing its global appeal and significance. He stated, “The Maha Kumbh is not only a spiritual gathering but also a subject of curiosity for people worldwide. We are committed to serving the devotees with the spirit of…

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Mayor Sushma Kharkwal Distributes Blankets and Food to the Needy in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a heartwarming initiative aimed at bringing relief to the underprivileged, Lucknow’s Mayor, Mrs. Sushma Kharkwal, personally distributed blankets and food items to those in need as part of a special program organized by the Lucknow Municipal Corporation. This event, designed to combat the biting winter chill, was attended by various city officials, including Municipal Commissioner Indrajeet Singh, as they collectively worked to address the needs of the city’s less fortunate residents. Held at several key locations across the city, the initiative focused on providing essential support to those…

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BJP Lucknow Mahanagar President Nomination process concludes peacefully

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The nomination process for the post of BJP Lucknow Mahanagar President concluded peacefully , with only two candidates filing their nominations. The current president, Anand Dwivedi, and Yogendra Singh were the only ones who filed their papers for the prestigious post. According to Naveen Jain, the Election Officer for Lucknow Mahanagar and a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, the nomination period for the posts  took place at The Celebration Lawn, located in the city’s heart, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. At 3:00 PM, Anand Dwivedi, the…

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AKTU and T-Hub Hyderabad Collaborate to Boost Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) and Hyderabad’s renowned T-Hub have entered into a partnership to drive innovation and support startups in Uttar Pradesh. T-Hub, one of the country’s leading institutions for innovation and startups, will now collaborate with AKTU to train students and aspiring entrepreneurs, providing them with the skills and knowledge required to launch and manage successful startups. Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Prof. J.P. Pandey, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed  at T-Hub, Hyderabad, between Keshav Singh, AKTU’s Finance Officer, and Sujit Jaghirdar,…

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