Day: November 14, 2025

Lucknow: The newly constructed portable compactor transfer station at Bans Mandi in the Lal Kuan ward was inaugurated  by Mayor Sushma Kharkwal. The addition of this facility is expected to significantly strengthen the sanitation system in the area and enhance the city’s solid waste management infrastructure. Speaking on the occasion, Mayor Sushma Kharkwal said, “The Municipal Corporation is committed to transforming Lucknow into a clean, green and modern city. This new portable compactor transfer station is another important step in that direction, which will considerably improve the efficiency of waste…

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Lucknow: King George’s Medical University (KGMU) has received a valuable boost to its patient care services with the addition of ten stretchers and ten wheelchairs at the New OPD building. The equipment, which will be available free of cost for patients and their attendants, was donated on Wednesday by the Samrat Vikramaditya Sewa Sansthan. The information was shared by the organisation’s secretary, Anand Pandey, during the handover ceremony. Vice-Chancellor Expresses Gratitude KGMU Vice-Chancellor Padma Dr. Sonia Nityanand attended the event as the chief guest. She expressed heartfelt thanks to the…

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Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is set to construct a new Adjudicating Authority Court near Sarojini Naidu Park in Hazratganj, giving the city a dedicated three-storey building for hearings related to illegal constructions and plotting matters. LDA Vice-Chairman Prathamesh Kumar inspected the proposed site on Wednesday and directed officials to complete the construction within one year. Spread across 11,300 sq ft, the new structure will be built at an estimated cost of ₹5.5 crore. Once ready, it will house the adjudicating authorities of both Cis-Gomti and Trans-Gomti areas, along…

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Lucknow: In a bid to make freight transportation smoother, safer and faster, the North Eastern Railway’s Lucknow Division held a special meeting with traders under the leadership of Divisional Railway Manager Gaurav Agarwal. The session focused on resolving key concerns raised by freight operators and improving overall logistics efficiency. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on safety measures, loading–unloading procedures, terminal maintenance, rake availability, overhead equipment (OHE), goods shed operations, road connectivity and the issue of train bunching. To address traders’ concerns promptly, the railway administration announced a series…

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Lucknow: On the eve of World Diabetes Day, Lucknow’s iconic heritage monument Rumi Gate will illuminate in blue to spread awareness about diabetes. The initiative is being spearheaded by Dr. Ajay Tiwari, Secretary of the Uttar Pradesh chapter of the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI). Dr. Tiwari announced that a Diabetes Awareness Program will be held on Thursday evening at Rumi Gate and Bada Imambara. The event will feature Prof. Amod Sachan, Chairman of Hind Group of Institutions, as the chief guest. Distinguished guests will…

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Lucknow: The Laxmanpur Awadh Mahotsav commenced on Thursday with an atmosphere filled with devotion and tradition at Awadh Bihar Yojna B-2, Awadh Shilpgram (Open Grounds). The festival was inaugurated with special prayers and Vedic chants, led by chief guest Acharya Mohit Shukla and special guest Dr. Sapna Shukla. The inaugural ceremony was enriched by the devotional recitations of Acharya Mohit Shukla’s children—Pradyumn, Vedansh, and Vidita—whose spiritual verses captivated the gathering and set a serene tone for the event. Cultural Performances Steal the ShowFollowing the ceremonial opening, the cultural stage came…

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Lucknow: The ongoing Uttarakhand Mahotsav at Gomti Ghat is attracting massive crowds, with visitors eagerly exploring stalls featuring the state’s organic products, traditional foods, handicrafts, jewelry from women’s self-help groups, pulses, and coarse grains. These stalls have become key attractions for families and youth alike, while the festival management ensures cleanliness, security, and smooth operations under the watchful eyes of CCTV cameras. The event beautifully blends Uttarakhand’s rich heritage with modern lifestyle elements, while also reflecting Lucknow’s Nawabi culture. Visitors at the Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant Hill Cultural Garden can…

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