Day: July 3, 2025

‘Love in Vietnam’ Premieres at DANAFF III, Celebrating India-Vietnam Cultural Collaboration

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The first-ever collaborative feature film between India and Vietnam, Love in Vietnam, had its world premiere at the 3rd Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF III), receiving an enthusiastic response from global audiences and industry leaders. Speaking at the event, Ngô Phương Lan, Festival Director and Chairwoman of the Vietnam Film Development Association (VFDA), shared: “This film is the embodiment of deep affection between the Vietnamese and Indian people — a beautiful symbol of love that transcends all challenges, barriers, and differences.” India’s Deputy Ambassador to Vietnam, Ajungla Jamir,…

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Dr. Rajeev Verma Appointed State President of Akhil Vishva Satya Sanatan Sangh

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – Expanding its organizational structure, the Akhil Vishva Satya Sanatan Sangh has appointed Dr. Rajeev Verma as the State President (Prant Pramukh) for Uttar Pradesh. The Akhil Vishva Satya Sanatan Sangh works with the motto “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (The World is One Family), aiming to promote and uplift Sanatan Dharma while working towards the eradication of deep-rooted social evils such as caste discrimination and other societal biases. Dr. Rajeev Verma, a well-known social worker, is currently serving as the Dean of Student Welfare at a private international university. Sharing the…

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Retail Agri Traders Meet Dy CM and Commissioner in Lucknow to Seek Pricing Reforms

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : In a bid to address the ongoing challenges faced by retail agri product traders in Uttar Pradesh, a delegation of traders led by Sanjay Gupta, State President of Uttar Pradesh Adarsh Vyapar Mandal, met Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Roshan Jacob and Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak. During the meeting, the delegation submitted a formal memorandum highlighting the core issues plaguing the retail agri trade sector — especially those involving fertilizer pricing and unregulated procurement practices by manufacturing companies and wholesale distributors. Sanjay Gupta emphasized the need for the government…

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UP Mango Festival 2025 to Be Held at Awadh Shilpgram from July 4 to 6

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The much-awaited Uttar Pradesh Mango Festival 2025 is set to be held from July 4 to 6 at Awadh Shilpgram in Lucknow, with a focus on showcasing the state’s diverse and high-quality mango varieties and related value-added products. Minister of State for Horticulture and Agricultural Export (Independent Charge) Mr. Dinesh Pratap Singh has directed officials to ensure maximum display of unique mango varieties and mango-based products at the three-day event. The festival aims to serve as a vibrant platform for farmers, startups, entrepreneurs, and exporters to exhibit their produce…

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BHU and Tribal Welfare Department to Jointly Celebrate ‘Tribal Pride Year 2025’

Arijit Bose

Varanasi : In a significant move to honour and highlight India’s rich tribal heritage, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh Tribal Welfare Department, will celebrate ‘Tribal Pride Year 2025’. The grand celebration is scheduled for November 2025, to mark the centenary birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda. The initiative will also see active participation from the Social Welfare Department of Uttar Pradesh. The announcement was made during a high-level meeting held on Monday at the Vice Chancellor’s Conference Hall at BHU, chaired by…

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Aparna Yadav Inaugurates Amelia Exhibition by Ekal Vidyalaya Women’s Wing, Urges Women to Work with Vision

Arijit Bose

“Proceeds from the Exhibition Will Support Rural Children’s Education,” Says Bindu Bora Lucknow : In a powerful show of women-led social commitment, the Ekal Vidyalaya Abhiyan’s Women’s Wing organized the Amelia Exhibition and Sale Fair at Hotel Regnant, Nirala Nagar, Lucknow. The exhibition aimed at raising funds for the education of tribal and rural children across India. The event was inaugurated with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by Aparna Yadav, Vice Chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission, and Bindu Bora, President of Ekal’s Lucknow Women’s Unit and…

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Grand Welcome for Students Marks Launch of Second Phase of ‘School Chalo Abhiyan’ in Amethi

Arijit Bose

Delicious Meals Served, Students Greeted with Warmth and Festivity Amethi : The second phase of the ‘School Chalo Abhiyan’ kicked off with great enthusiasm across Amethi, marking the end of summer vacations and a fresh start to the academic year. All government-run primary and upper primary schools in the district extended a grand traditional welcome to students, setting a festive tone for the new session. Children were welcomed with roli-teeka ceremonies, and the school premises were beautifully adorned with flowers, rangolis, decorative plants, and balloons, creating a vibrant and joyful…

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Doctors’ Day Celebrated with Grandeur by IMA Lucknow Branch; City’s Eminent Physicians Honoured

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : The Lucknow branch of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) celebrated Doctors’ Day on July 1 at IMA Bhawan, River Bank Colony, in remembrance of Bharat Ratna Dr. B.C. Roy, one of India’s greatest physicians and educators. The event saw a large turnout of doctors along with their families and children. The celebrations were graced by Chief Guest Dr. Sonia Nityanand, Vice Chancellor of KGMU, and Guest of Honour Dr. B.N. Gupta, former IMA UP State President, and Dr. N.B. Singh, Chief Medical Officer, Lucknow. A floral tribute was…

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Music Brings People Together, Fosters Inner Strength: Minister Jaiveer Singh at Cultural Workshop Finale

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : Uttar Pradesh’s Minister for Culture and Tourism, Jaiveer Singh, highlighted the unifying power of music and its ability to alleviate loneliness during the closing ceremony of Summer Cultural Workshops organized by the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi. The event was held at the Sant Gadgeji Auditorium in Gomti Nagar, where artists aged 5 to 75 showcased their talents in dance, music, and drama. Speaking as the chief guest, Minister Jaiveer Singh emphasized, “Music doesn’t just connect individuals to themselves, but also binds society together. Even in this age…

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Delegation of Sugarcane Supervisors’ Association Meets Cane Commissioner to Discuss Key Issues

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : A delegation from the Uttar Pradesh Sugarcane Supervisors’ Association met Cane Commissioner Pramod Kumar Upadhyay to discuss key concerns of sugarcane development inspectors and extend a formal invitation to their upcoming biennial convention. The delegation included Atul Mishra, General Secretary of the State Employees Joint Council (U.P.), Manoj Rai, President of the Sugarcane Supervisors’ Association (U.P.), Dr. Sushil Kumar Yadav, General Secretary, and Amit Singh, District President. During the meeting, the representatives invited the Cane Commissioner to attend the June biennial convention as a special guest. They also…

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