LUCKNOW : The two-day festival, “Awadh, Braj, Purvanchal, Bundelkhand, Paschimanchal Sawan Songs Festival,” organized by the Nav Anshika Foundation, commenced today at the International Buddhist Research Institute campus auditorium in Gomti Nagar. The event, a vibrant celebration of Uttar Pradesh’s diverse folk music and dance, was inaugurated by chief guests Ritu Shahi (member of the State Women’s Commission), Padma Gidwani, and Rajesh Kumar Sharma, along with Nira Lohani and festival convenor Nishu Tyagi. Under the guidance of Nishu Tyagi, who is also the President of the Foundation and the festival’s…
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Heartfulness to Provide Education Based on Human Values
Free Training Programs to Be Held in Uttar Pradesh Schools LUCKNOW — An agreement between Samagra Shiksha (Madhyamik), the Department of Education of the Government of Uttar Pradesh, and the Heartfulness Education Trust will facilitate the year-round organization of training programs in government schools across all districts of Uttar Pradesh. The goal is to promote education based on human values. The program has already been launched in 21 districts and is providing free training to both teachers and students. To ensure the smooth and easy implementation of this program in…
Read MoreVarious Competitions Organized by Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya to Conclude Anti-Ragging Week
LUCKNOW — In line with the directives of the University Grants Commission, Ministry of Education, Government of India, Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Lucknow, concluded its Anti-Ragging Week, which ran from August 12 to August 18, 2025. A series of competitions were held on the final day to mark the end of the awareness campaign. The university organized various competitions at the campus’s Sujan Auditorium, including poster making, logo design, slogan writing, essay writing, quiz, debate, and street play competitions related to anti-ragging awareness. Students from the university participated with great enthusiasm.…
Read More5-Kilometer Run Held at KD Singh ‘Babu’ Stadium to Mark Independence Day
LUCKNOW — A 5-kilometer run was organized at KD Singh ‘Babu’ Stadium in Lucknow on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day. The event, held under the guidance of Regional Sports Officer Dr. Atul Sinha, was flagged off by Joint Director (Sports) V.P. Singh Yadav at 4:00 p.m. A total of 195 athletes participated, including 132 boys and 63 girls, running a route that took them from the stadium through prominent city landmarks like Vidhan Bhawan Crossing and Hazratganj before returning to the stadium. In the boys’ category, Suryapal secured…
Read MoreGrand Inauguration of the International Festival of World Unity & World Peace ‘Confluence-2025’
Lucknow: The four-day International Festival of World Unity and World Peace ‘Confluence-2025’, organized by City Montessori School, Indira Nagar Campus, was grandly inaugurated this evening at CMS Kanpur Road auditorium by the Chief Guest, Shri O.P. Srivastava, Member of the Legislative Assembly, who lit the ceremonial lamp. Addressing the gathering on this occasion, the Chief Guest, Shri Srivastava said that in the present times it is extremely essential to nurture children with human values and make them aware of the importance of unity and peace. He expressed confidence that this…
Read MoreDelhi Public School, Shaheedpath Celebrates 79thIndependence Day with Patriotism and Pride
Lucknow: Delhi Public School, Shaheedpath marked the 79th Independence Day of India with a vibrant celebration full of patriotic fervour, unity, and pride. The event commenced with the ceremonial flag hoisting by Abhishek Pal, Pro Vice Chairman of Delhi Public School,Shaheedpath accompanied by Dr. Manju Lakhanpal, Principal and Swati Singh Malhotra, Vice- Principal. The national flag fluttered high as students, staff, and guests stood in unison for the National Anthem, echoing the spirit of their nationalism across the campus. The cultural program began with a soulful patriotic song performed by…
Read MoreMinister Dharam Pal Singh Stresses Zero Tolerance for Negligence in Gaushalas
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh’s Livestock and Milk Development Minister, Dharam Pal Singh, has issued a strong warning to the Chief Veterinary Officers of Sitapur, Bareilly, Moradabad, Pilibhit, Farrukhabad, and Budaun districts for their carelessness and negligence in cow protection efforts at gaushalas (cow shelters). He has instructed them to immediately improve their performance. Taking serious note of complaints received from several districts, Minister Singh expressed his displeasure and stated that “any form of negligence in cow protection will not be tolerated.” He has directed officials to inspect the gaushalas daily and…
Read MoreUP Tourism Minister Meets Union Minister to Boost State’s Tourism
12 Major Projects Pitched to Centre, Focusing on Buddhist Circuit, Forts, PRASAD Scheme, and Iconic Destinations LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Culture Minister, Jaiveer Singh, met with Union Minister of Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, today in New Delhi to discuss the comprehensive development of tourism in Uttar Pradesh. The meeting focused on enhancing facilities for tourists, both domestic and international, with detailed discussions on various projects and proposals. The ministers deliberated on several key points, including the development of Kapilvastu within the Buddhist Circuit, tourism promotion around the…
Read MoreInvest UP Briefs Industrial Minister on ‘Udymi Mitra’ Progress
Strategic Training for DICs and Udyami Mitras to Be Conducted by Invest UP UP Considers Increasing ‘Udyami Mitra’ Count to Become a Top Investment Hub LUCKNOW: Invest UP briefed the Minister of Industrial Development, Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi,’ on the progress of ‘Udyami Mitras’ and other initiatives aimed at strengthening industrial development and attracting investment in Uttar Pradesh. The discussion covered planned efforts and a seven-point agenda designed to empower grassroots coordination, intensely monitor investment projects, and effectively implement policies to accelerate the state’s ambitious growth and investment goals.…
Read MoreCM Inaugurates International Summit on ‘Dimensions of Cyber Warfare’ at UP State Institute of Forensic Science
Chief Minister inaugurates Padma Shri Dr. Lalji Singh Advanced DNA Diagnostic Centre, AI, Drone and Robotics Lab ‘Tarkash,’ and Atal Library 75 Mobile Forensic Vans for all districts/commissionerates of the state flagged off; tablets distributed to students ‘The UP State Institute of Forensic Science is connecting the state police and future generations with new-age courses and technology, which is the need of the hour and the foundation for a developed India,’ says Chief Minister LUCKNOW: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that the Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science is…
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