Day: January 19, 2025

Lucknow: The much-anticipated Pradeshik Phal, Shakbhaji aur Pushp Pradarshini-2025 (Regional Fruit, Vegetable, and Flower Exhibition) will be held from February 8-10, 2025, at the Raj Bhavan grounds in Lucknow. This exhibition will highlight the diversity of regional gardens, featuring entries from bungalows, home gardens, educational institutions, public parks, and historical garden sites across Uttar Pradesh. Registration for the exhibition’s various competition categories started on January 15, 2025, and will run until January 30, 2025. Participants can register online through the official website or offline at the Rajkiya Udyan office in…

Lucknow: Bibhuti Bhushan Kar, the renowned journalist, National Vice President of the Indian Federation of Working Journalists (IFWJ), and President of the Utkal Journalist Association (UJA), was warmly welcomed by the officials of the Uttar Pradesh Working Journalist Union (UPWJU) upon his arrival in Lucknow for the Maha Kumbh and Ram Mandir Darshan in Ayodhya. UPWJU President TB Singh presented Kar with a Ram Darbar emblem, symbolizing the fusion of Uttar Pradesh and Odisha’s cultures, which strengthens the nation’s cultural unity. A floral welcome was also given to the Odisha-based…

Lucknow: The 77th Army Day was celebrated with great reverence in Lucknow, honoring the valiant soldiers who sacrificed their all for the nation. A solemn wreath-laying ceremony was held  at the “Smritika” War Memorial in the Surya Command Cantonment. Lieutenant General Anindya Sengupta, Army Commander of Surya Command, paid floral tributes to the fallen heroes who gave their lives in service to the nation. Senior military personnel from the station were also present during the ceremony. Additionally, commemorative events were organized at various locations under the Surya Command’s jurisdiction. Army…

Lucknow: The Jupiter Hall at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, witnessed the grand display of Khadi’s modern and stylish avatars during a “Khadi Fashion Show” organized by the Uttar Pradesh Khadi and Village Industries Board. The event aimed to promote Khadi by presenting it as trendy attire. The program was inaugurated by Rakesh Sachan, Minister of Khadi and Village Industries, alongside dignitaries like Principal Secretary Anil Kumar Sagar and CEO Dr. Ujjwal Kumar. Renowned designers Rosie Ahluwalia, Shravan Kumar, Sabyasachi Satpathy, and Aditi Jaggi Rastogi showcased their unique collections…

Lucknow: Hazratganj, the heart of Lucknow, is set to transform with a fresh heritage-inspired makeover. The buildings in the area will reflect Awadhi culture with uniform facade designs and signage boards. During a meeting held at Parijat Auditorium, Dr. Roshan Jacob, Commissioner and LDA Chairperson, discussed the proposed facade control guidelines with Hazratganj traders. A presentation highlighted changes, including uniform color palettes and signage designs. Minor modifications to existing building colors will enhance Hazratganj’s aesthetic appeal, making it a tourist attraction. LDA Vice Chairperson Prathamesh Kumar urged traders to follow…