“Nahi Rachenge Swang Bhaiya – Hum To Chale Haridwar” : Bimb Cultural Committee Delights Lucknow Audience with Hilarious Play

Lucknow: The laughter echoed through Ray Umanath Bali Auditorium on Sunday evening as the Bimb Cultural Committee staged the comic drama “Nahi Rachenge Swang Bhaiya – Hum To Chale Haridwar”, written by acclaimed playwright Ramkishore Nag and directed by Maharshi Kapoor. Supported by the Ministry of Culture, New Delhi, the Uttar Pradesh Directorate of Culture, and the State Bank of India, the play delivered a witty and engaging message about honesty triumphing over lies. Opening with a humorous newspaper advertisement, the story revolves around Chandraprakash Babu and his children-in-law, Ravi…

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UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya Leads Sacred Buddha Relics Exhibition in Elista, Russia

Elista, Kalmykia Republic, Russia: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, leading a high-level delegation, visited the under-construction Buddha Park in Elista, Kalmykia Republic, where he paid floral tributes to the statue of Green Tara Devi, seeking blessings for prosperity and well-being for all. He also reviewed the progress of the temple and park construction and received detailed updates on associated projects. The delegation arrived in Elista  to escort the sacred Buddha relics from India, which were received with a grand ceremonial welcome. At the Golden Abode of Shakyamuni…

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RTI Law Weakened, Leading to Scams Like PM CARES Fund: Dr. C.P. Rai

Lucknow: On the 20th anniversary of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, Dr. C.P. Rai, Chairman of the Media Department of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee and former minister, addressed a press conference at the UP Congress Committee headquarters, alleging that the BJP government has undermined transparency and facilitated large-scale corruption. Dr. Rai recalled that the historic RTI Act, enacted on 12 October 2005 under the leadership of Dr. Manmohan Singh and Sonia Gandhi, empowered citizens to access information from public authorities, making governance more transparent and accountable. He emphasized…

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KISNA Spreads Festive Cheer with Grand Launch of Lucknow Showroom

Lucknow: KISNA Diamond and Gold Jewellery celebrated the grand inauguration of its latest exclusive showroom in Indira Nagar, Lucknow. The ceremony was graced by Brajesh Pathak, Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, and Ghanshyam Dholakia, Founder & Managing Director of the Hari Krishna Group. To mark the festive season, KISNA announced attractive offers: up to 75% off on diamond jewellery making charges and up to 25% off on gold jewellery making charges, along with an additional 5% instant discount on ICICI Bank credit and debit cards. Additionally, a Shop &…

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Rezang La Raj Kalash Yatra Arrives in Ghazipur, City Immersed in Patriotism

Lucknow/Ghazipur: The Rezang La Raj Kalash Yatra, a tribute to India’s immortal martyrs, reached Ghazipur district, greeted by thunderous chants of “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” and “Amar Shahidon Amar Rahen.” Organized by the All India Yadav Mahasabha, the yatra received a grand welcome at multiple points along its route. The procession commenced from Sidhouna Toll Tax, paying homage with floral tributes at the statue of Gandhi Dada in Purvanchal, before proceeding to Dharwa Gram Sabha near Nandganj Market to honor the statue and family of Shaheed Sheshnath Yadav. Hundreds of…

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5th National Kalamveer Day Celebrated with Honors for Writers and Journalists

Lucknow: The 5th National Kalamveer Day was successfully celebrated  at Nirala Auditorium, Uttar Pradesh Hindi Sansthan, marking the birth anniversary of renowned writer and journalist Dr. Sultan Shakir Hashmi. The event was jointly organized by Navsrijan Sahityik evam Sanskritik Sanstha, Akhil Bharatiya Ageet Parishad, Awadh Sahitya Akademi, and Media Foundation, bringing together over 60 authors, senior literati, journalists, and academicians from various languages. Professor Dr. V. G. Goswami, former Dean of Law, Lucknow University, presided over the ceremony. Justice Ata-ur-Rahman Masoodi attended as Chief Guest, while eminent personalities including senior…

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“Har Ghar Swadeshi – Ghar Ghar Swadeshi” pledge marks successful conclusion of Aatmanirbhar Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan

Lucknow: In a spirited display of national pride and economic self-reliance, the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan culminated with a meaningful programme on the theme “Har Ghar Swadeshi – Ghar Ghar Swadeshi” at Hotel Shimla Palace (near old RTO office), Latouche Road. The event was organised by the local trader community, attracting a large gathering of businessmen and citizens committed to promoting indigenous products. BJP leader Shri Neeraj Singh graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In his inspirational address, he said: “Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…

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HDFC Bank launches India’s first Instant Digital Storefront QR for Small Businesses

Mumbai: In a major step toward empowering small businesses, HDFC Bank unveiled ‘MyBusiness QR’, India’s first commerce identity QR code, at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2025. The innovative solution has been launched in partnership with Vyapaarify as an extension of the bank’s popular SmartHub Vyapar merchant app, which is already used by over 2 million merchants across the country. MyBusiness QR combines two of India’s most widely adopted digital habits — QR payments and chat — to create a seamless engagement-based online shopping experience. With this QR, merchants can…

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Supreme Industries launches “SERENE”, “SERENE Plus” Low-Noise Piping Systems and Customized UPVC Windows in Lucknow

Lucknow: India’s leading plastic manufacturing company, The Supreme Industries Ltd., unveiled its latest technologically advanced products in Lucknow — the SERENE and SERENE Plus low-noise piping systems and customized UPVC windows — marking a major step forward in premium construction solutions. The state-of-the-art piping systems have been developed under technical collaboration with M/s Protoplast GmbH & Co. KG, Austria, ensuring global quality standards. Demonstrating its strong commitment to Uttar Pradesh, the company has invested ₹1,200 crore in its Bhognipur (Kanpur) and Noida facilities, generating around 1,000 direct and indirect employment…

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Ekana Media T-20 Cup 2025: Teams vie for top spot

Lucknow: The Ekana Media T-20 Cup 2025 saw thrilling cricketing action on Saturday as Times of India (TOI) and DD-AIR XI stormed into the semifinals with impressive victories in their respective league matches. Daily Jagran and Amar Ujala also sealed their spots in the final four. At KD Singh Babu Stadium, Times of India clinched a nail-biting 9-run win over Dainik Jagran, powered by an all-round performance from Man of the Match Anish Oberai (14* runs, 3 wickets). Batting first, TOI posted 119/4 in 18 overs. Middle-order batsman Kranti Mishra…

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