Day: December 2, 2025

Harmony of Music, Culture and Art Marks Hindustan Handicraft Festival

Arijit Bose

Organised by Shiv Sanskriti Kala Foundatio Lucknow | The Hindustan Handicraft Festival witnessed a vibrant confluence of music, culture and traditional arts, as the Shiv Sanskriti Kala Foundation presented a spectacular cultural showcase on Saturday. Led by the foundation’s founder Meethu Roy, the event highlighted India’s rich folk traditions and artistic diversity. Dignitaries Grace the Occasion The programme was graced by several distinguished guests, including: Arun Pratap Singh, Head of Maa Gayatri Jan Seva Sansthan and Manager, Hindustan Mahotsav Gunjan Verma, Head, Neeshu Welfare Foundation and Manager, Hindustan Mahotsav Dr.…

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Bong Fest Season 3 Shines with Fashion, Culture, Dance and Community Spirit

Arijit Bose

Lucknow:  Bong Fest Season 3 unfolded with colour, energy and an extraordinary showcase of Bengali art, culture and creativity. The festival grounds at the Badshahnagar Railway Institute came alive as thousands gathered to celebrate one of Lucknow’s most vibrant community events. Youth Dance Contest Sets the Stage The day began with a high-spirited dance competition for children aged 12 to 18, where participants impressed the audience with their skill, confidence and the unmistakable flavour of Bengal’s cultural traditions. Their performances set an enthusiastic tone for the rest of the day.…

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Khadi Mahotsav Sets New Record with ₹3.20 Crore Sales, Marks 42% Growth Over Last Year

Arijit Bose

Youth-driven demand boosts ‘Thread to Heritage’ themed festival at Central Sanskrit University Lucknow: The 10-day Khadi Mahotsav-2025, held from November 21 to 30 at the Central Sanskrit University in Gomtinagar, registered a record-breaking turnover of ₹3.20 crore, marking a 42% jump from last year’s ₹2.25 crore. The final day saw the highest footfall, with shoppers thronging stalls until late evening. Organised on the theme ‘Dhage Se Dharohar Tak’ (Thread to Heritage), the festival drew a strong response from customers across age groups—particularly the youth—indicating Khadi’s evolving appeal as a modern,…

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Apna Dal (S) Vows Mission-Mode Mobilisation for Upcoming Panchayat Elections

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Apna Dal (Sonelal)  held a comprehensive organisational review meeting at its camp office, 1-A Mall Avenue, Lucknow, with the sole objective of transforming the party organisation into a highly active, disciplined and decisive force from the booth level to the top leadership.The meeting was chaired by National President and Union Minister Anupriya Patel, while Uttar Pradesh State President  Jatav R.P. Gautam presided over the proceedings. Party National Vice-President and Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister  Ashish Patel was also prominently present.   During the day-long session, a detailed district-wise review of the…

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DSMNRU Conducts Successful Prosthetics & Orthotics Awareness and Screening Camp at JP Narayan Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University (DSMNRU) organized a comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics Awareness and Screening Camp at Jai Prakash Narayan Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, Mohan Road, Lucknow on Tuesday. The camp, conducted by the university’s Artificial Limb & Rehabilitation Centre, aimed to educate students about prosthetic limbs, orthotic devices, body alignment issues, and the broader framework of disability empowerment. Strong Participation from Students and Teachers The event witnessed enthusiastic involvement from the school’s students and teachers. During the camp, experts examined children for potential signs of disabilities such as…

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59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition – 2025

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow is set to host one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year as the 59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition – 2025 begins on 20 December 2025, carrying forward a rich legacy of theatre excellence that spans nearly six decades. The event, organised under the leadership of President Arun Kumar Banerjee, Cultural Secretary Kaushik Bose, and Officiating General Secretary Trisha Sinha, promises a vibrant celebration of Bengali theatre, art, and tradition. A Grand Opening with Bengal’s Traditional “Putul Nach” This year’s…

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Divisional Commissioner Lucknow Chairs Key Meeting on Making the Gomti River Clean

Arijit Bose

Officials Directed to Ensure 100% Treatment of Drains Flowing into the River Lucknow: A crucial meeting aimed at accelerating the cleanliness, rejuvenation, and pollution-control efforts for the Gomti River was held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant at the Commissioner’s Office. Senior officials from the Municipal Corporation, Irrigation Department, Pollution Control Board, Jal Nigam, and other concerned departments were present to review ongoing progress and outline the next phase of action. 100% Treatment of Drains Flowing Into the River Commissioner Pant instructed all departments and…

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Dr. Rajeshwar Singh Inaugurates Smart Classroom at Amaria Primary School Under Environment Warriors Campaign

Arijit Bose

“Every School Deserves a Smart Class,” Says Sarojininagar MLA as He Opens the 33rd Digital Classroom Pilibhit/Lucknow: Under the ongoing Environment Warriors Campaign, a special programme was held on Tuesday at Primary School Husain Nagar, Amaria, located in the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve region. The event marked the eighth phase of the campaign and witnessed the presence of Sarojininagar MLA Dr. Rajeshwar Singh as the chief guest. Dr. Singh inaugurated the newly installed smart classroom at the school—taking the tally of smart classes established by him across various schools to 33.…

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Shobhit Tandon Emerges Singles Champion in 35+ Category; Manish Mehrotra Clinches Double Title at S Masters Veteran Tennis Tournament

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Shobhit Tandon claimed the men’s singles title in the 35+ category at the S Masters Veteran Tennis Tournament, defeating Abhishek Kumar Yadav 6–0 in a one-sided final. The tournament, organised by the Sports Development Society (SDS) at the La Martiniere Lawn Tennis Facility and sponsored by Bajaj Capital, also witnessed impressive performances in the doubles events. In the men’s doubles 35+ final, the pair of Aditya Kapoor and Manish Mehrotra secured a 6–3 victory over Ashwin and Ruchit to lift the trophy. Manish Mehrotra added another title to his…

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Percussion Round Held on Day Two of UP Sangeet Natak Akademi’s Regional Music Competition Kathak Dance Event Scheduled for December 3

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The first phase of the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi’s Regional Music Competition is underway at the Sant Gadgeji Auditorium, running from December 1 to 3. On Tuesday, December 2, the spotlight was on the avanaddh vadya (percussion) segment, featuring tabla and pakhawaj. Participants who had secured top positions at the divisional level competed with great skill and enthusiasm. The first phase will conclude on December 3 with the Kathak dance competition. The second phase—dedicated to vocal music—will be held from December 8 to 11. During the inaugural session…

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