Chicago: Michael Søren Madsen, a beloved actor, poet, and icon of American cinema, passed away on July 3, 2025, at the age of 67 in his Malibu home. Known for his magnetic screen presence and unforgettable roles in films such as Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill: Volume 2, The Hateful Eight, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Michael left an indelible mark on the entertainment world through his powerful performances and distinctive charisma. Born on September 25, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, to Elaine Melson, a filmmaker and author, and…
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SBI Lucknow Celebrates 70th Foundation Day with CSR Initiative Benefiting Matrichhaya Ashram
Lucknow : The State Bank of India (SBI) marked its 70th Foundation Day with a heartfelt Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative led by the Lucknow Circle. On this special occasion, SBI extended vital support to Matrichhaya Ashram, a shelter home dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of homeless and mentally challenged women. In a gesture of compassion and social commitment, Chief General Manager Deepak Kumar De handed over a cheque of ₹5 lakh, along with food supplies, clothing, and other essential items to Umeed Sansthan, the organization actively working with…
Read MoreIIA Swearing-In Ceremony Kicks Off New Annual Session with Oath of 160 Office Bearers
Lucknow : The Indian Industries Association (IIA) officially launched its new annual session on Tuesday with a formal oath-taking ceremony of 160 newly appointed office bearers from Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Delhi. The event took place at the IIA Bhawan in Lucknow, marking a renewed commitment toward the growth and development of the MSME sector. Presiding over the event as Chief Guest, Dr. Arun Kumar Saxena, Minister of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Government of Uttar Pradesh, praised the IIA’s significant role in promoting and nurturing Micro, Small, and Medium…
Read MoreTanishq and De Beers Unveil Exquisite Natural Diamond Collection in Lucknow
Lucknow : In a glittering evening filled with elegance and craftsmanship, Tanishq, the esteemed jewellery brand from the Tata Group, in collaboration with the world-renowned De Beers Group, unveiled an exclusive new collection of natural diamond jewellery in Lucknow. Celebrating a relationship that spans over two decades with over 2.80 lakh families in the city since 1999, this event marked a significant milestone for the brand. The event was a tribute to the spirit of the Tanishq woman—bold, graceful, and distinguished not by tradition, but by conviction. Her story, aspirations,…
Read MoreRoad Collapse in Jankipuram Due to LESA’s Negligence, Not Sewer Leakage: Says Rajesh Mathpal
Lucknow : A recent road collapse in Jankipuram, Lucknow, has once again highlighted the glaring lack of coordination between civic development agencies. Contrary to initial assumptions of sewer leakage, Rajesh Mathpal, Project Director at SUEZ India, clarified that the incident occurred due to underground cable-laying work carried out by LESA without prior notice or coordination. According to SUEZ India officials, LESA had undertaken the laying of high-tension (HT) underground electrical cables in the area around two months ago using the Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) method. This technique, although widely used…
Read MoreNarayana Group Launches Advanced Coaching Center in Lucknow
Lucknow — The Narayana Group, one of India’s most respected educational institutions, has expanded its academic footprint in North India by launching a state-of-the-art coaching center in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. The newly inaugurated facility is designed to provide comprehensive coaching for IIT-JEE, NEET, Olympiads, and Foundation-level courses, leveraging modern infrastructure and a data-driven, digital learning approach. The launch event was held at CP-4, Viraj Khand, near Hanuman Chauraha, where parents, students, educators, and community leaders gathered to witness the opening. The ceremony included a traditional lamp-lighting and ribbon-cutting, followed by inspiring…
Read MoreDeepika Padukone Becomes First Indian Actor to Receive Hollywood Walk of Fame Star; Ranveer Singh Calls Her ‘Queen’
Mumbai/Los Angeles: In a historic moment that has sent waves of pride across India and the global entertainment industry, Deepika Padukone has been named among the Class of 2026 to receive a coveted star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, making her the first-ever Indian actor to be honoured with the prestigious accolade. The Bollywood megastar, who has long been regarded as a global icon, will receive the star under the Motion Pictures category. She now joins an illustrious group of honorees that includes Hollywood heavyweights such as Emily…
Read MoreArtist Ashok Bhawmik Decodes a Rare Picasso Painting, Reveals Hidden Layers of Modern Art
New Delhi: Renowned artist and art critic Ashok Bhawmik has once again captivated the Indian art community with his insightful interpretation of a lesser-known painting by Pablo Picasso. His latest piece, part of his longstanding fortnightly column in Prabhat Khabar, not only delves into the technical and emotional depth of the work but also revives the need for meaningful art interpretation within academic and critical circles. Pablo Picasso — an undisputed titan of modern art — is frequently referenced in Indian art history syllabi, especially in the context of Cubism…
Read MorePaubha and Thangka: The Legacy of Pala Art that Shaped Himalayan Painting Traditions
New Delhi – The rich tradition of painting that flourished during the Pala dynasty of eastern India continues to resonate through time, influencing key Himalayan art forms such as Nepal’s Paubha and Tibet’s Thangka paintings. Although historical records about the continuation of this art form post-12th century are scarce, art historians agree that the spiritual and stylistic essence of Pala art found new life in these regions. Emerging between the 8th and 12th centuries in the region of Magadha (modern-day Bihar and Bengal), the Pala school of art is most…
Read MoreUS Strikes Set Back Iran’s Nuclear Program by upto Two Years: Pentagon
Washington, D.C. – The Pentagon announced that recent US military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities have significantly delayed Iran’s nuclear development, potentially setting the program back by one to two years. At a press briefing on Wednesday, Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed that intelligence assessments indicate severe damage to key Iranian nuclear installations. “We have degraded their program by one to two years — at least that’s what our internal intel assessments suggest,” Parnell stated, while withholding further operational details. The coordinated US airstrikes on June 22 targeted three major…
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