Sitapur: A grand and successful “Save the Constitution Dialogue” (Samvidhan Bachao Samvad) programme was organised on Saturday, January 24, 2026, near Reusa Chauraha, Bazar Purwa Mor, in the Sevata Assembly constituency of Sitapur district. The event witnessed an overwhelming public response, with thousands of people from Sitapur and neighbouring areas in attendance. The programme was attended by Avinash Pandey, National General Secretary and Uttar Pradesh in-charge of the Congress, as the Chief Guest, while Ajay Rai, President of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee, presided over the event. Imran Masood, Member…
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Lucknow’s Finest Blooms Bag Top Honours at CSIR-NBRI Flower Show
Lucknow: The spotlight at the Annual Rose and Gladiolus Show at CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI) firmly belonged to the prize winners as expert judges announced top honours even before the exhibition opened to the public on January 24, 2026. Among the standout performers, Mrs. Rani Upsam of Hotel Clarks Awadh, Lucknow, emerged as one of the most successful exhibitors, winning multiple major awards including Best Hybrid Tea (HT) Red Rose, Best HT Bicoloured/Blended Rose, and Best HT Yellow Rose of the Show. Other notable winners included the Head of…
Read MoreAnnual Rose & Gladiolus Show Underway at CSIR-NBRI, Lucknow
Lucknow: The much-anticipated Annual Rose & Gladiolus Show organised by the CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI) is underway at the Central Lawn, Botanic Garden, CSIR-NBRI, Lucknow, bringing together nature lovers, gardening enthusiasts and researchers for a vibrant celebration of flowers and science. The two-day floral extravaganza, being held on January 24 and 25, 2026, features an impressive display of roses and gladiolus cultivated by government institutions, private nurseries, students, amateur gardeners and individuals from across the region. The event highlights CSIR-NBRI’s long-standing commitment to ornamental horticulture, floriculture research, biodiversity conservation…
Read MoreBasant Panchami Celebrations Held with Grandeur at Saraswati Temple, KGMU Lucknow
Lucknow: On the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami, an elaborate and culturally rich celebration was organised at the Saraswati Temple Complex (Maa Sharadalaya) located within King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow. The event marked a joyous confluence of devotion, art, culture, and academic spirit, drawing participation from students, faculty members, and distinguished guests. The celebration featured ritual worship of Goddess Saraswati, along with Yagya and Havan, symbolising the reverence for knowledge, wisdom, and learning. Adding to the spiritual ambience, a fine arts exhibition was organised, while the entire temple courtyard was…
Read MoreHistoric First: Liver Pressure Measurement (HVPG) Successfully Performed at KGMU
Lucknow: In a significant milestone for hepatology services at King George’s Medical University (KGMU), the first-ever liver pressure measurement using Hepatic Venous Pressure Gradient (HVPG) was successfully performed in the Hepatobiliary Unit of the Department of Medicine. The procedure was carried out by Dr. Sudhir Verma along with his dedicated team. The core medical team included Dr. Amit Anand, Prof. Vivek Kumar, Dr. Ajay Kumar Patwa, Dr. Sanjeev Verma, and Dr. Umang Maheshwari. The procedure was supported by Nursing Officers Manoj Gautam and Sheetal, with Seema Sonker as Nursing Incharge,…
Read MoreSaraswati Puja and Idol Immersion Conclude with Devotion at Ramakrishna Math, Lucknow
Lucknow: The sacred celebrations of Sri Sri Saraswati Puja concluded with great devotion and traditional religious fervour at Ramakrishna Math, Nirala Nagar, Lucknow. Devotees gathered in large numbers to mark the culmination of the festival dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the embodiment of knowledge, wisdom, and purity. On the second day of the puja, the morning rituals began with conch shell blowing, followed by Mangala Aarti of Sri Sri Thakur and Aarti of Goddess Saraswati. The Vedic rituals and chanting were performed under the guidance of Swami Ishtakripananda of Ramakrishna Math,…
Read MoreBlockbuster Saraswati Pujo: Bhanupriya Bhooter Hotel strikes a roaring start at the box office with 30 housefull shows!
Kolkata: Bhanupriya Bhooter Hotel has hit theatres today and has opened to an extraordinary response, with all shows running houseful till 5 pm, a clear sign that audiences have embraced it wholeheartedly from the very first show. The film marks Windows Production’s foray into the horror-comedy space. The opening day witnessed packed cinemas, thunderous applause, and an overwhelming buzz, firmly establishing the film as a blockbuster celluloid spectacle. From early morning shows to afternoon screenings, theatres reported sold-out tickets, with viewers pouring in to experience the film on the big…
Read MoreInside Bindiya’s Bloodiest Battle Yet: Raj Amit Kumar Breaks Down Season 2 of Bindiya Ke Bahubali
Mumbai: The chaotic, razor-sharp world of Bindiya Ke Bahubali is back—and this time, the gloves are off. Having returned on January 21, 2026, on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon MX Player, Bindiya Ke Bahubali – Season 2 plunges deeper into the fictional town of Bindiya, where power is inherited, loyalty is fragile, and family ties are as dangerous as political rivalries. Directed by Raj Amit Kumar, the new season transforms an already volatile political landscape into a brutal internal war. What began as a power struggle in Season 1 now…
Read MoreAmit Shah Appeals for BJP Support Ahead of 2027 UP Assembly Elections, Targets ‘Dynastic Politics’
Lucknow: Setting the political tone for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday called upon voters to support the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), launching a strong critique of the Congress, Samajwadi Party (SP) and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), which he accused of promoting “dynastic politics.” Addressing the Uttar Pradesh Diwas celebrations at Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow on the occasion of the state’s foundation day, Shah said Uttar Pradesh had decisively moved beyond its long-standing image as a “Bimaru” (backward) state after the…
Read MoreIndia–UAE Partnership: From Diplomatic Dialogue to Strategic Convergence
Ali Hasan New Delhi: India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have moved well beyond the confines of formal diplomatic engagement, forging a comprehensive strategic partnership anchored in mutual trust, shared vision, and long-term priorities. Over the past few years, bilateral ties have steadily evolved into a multidimensional relationship that spans trade, energy, defence, digital innovation, startups, and policy coordination. This transformation was clearly reflected in the recent high-level dialogue held in New Delhi, underscoring that India–UAE relations are no longer limited to commerce and investment alone. Instead, they now…
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