Day: January 25, 2026

‘India Set to Become the World’s Third-Largest Economy Soon’: President Droupadi Murmu’s Key Message in Address to the Nation

Arijit Bose

New Delhi | On the eve of the 77th Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings to the people of India and delivered a comprehensive address to the nation, reflecting on India’s democratic journey, constitutional values, and future direction. She described Republic Day as a vital bridge connecting the nation’s past, present, and future, offering an opportunity for collective introspection on India’s path and priorities. From Independence to the Constitution: A Historic Journey President Murmu recalled that with the attainment of Independence on August 15, 1947, India began shaping…

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Friendly Cricket Match Between UP Government Officials and SBI Lucknow Marks Uttar Pradesh Day 2026

Arijit Bose

Lucknow | As part of the three-day Uttar Pradesh Day 2026 celebrations being held from January 24 to 26 under the theme “Viksit Bharat – Viksit Uttar Pradesh,” a friendly T20 cricket match was organised on January 25, 2026, at the Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. The match was played between the Chief Secretary XI (CS XI) of the Uttar Pradesh government and the SBI XI representing the Indian State Bank, Lucknow Circle. Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary  Shashi Prakash Goyal graced the occasion and conducted the toss…

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Major General Dr. Amit Devgan Appointed Vice-Chancellor of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a significant development for medical education in Uttar Pradesh, Major General Dr. Amit Devgan has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow. The appointment was approved by Uttar Pradesh Governor and Chancellor Anandiben Patel, with an official order issued from Jan Bhavan. The appointment brings to an end a prolonged interim phase during which the university had been functioning without a full-time Vice-Chancellor, following the completion of the previous incumbent’s term. The decision is expected to provide much-needed administrative stability and…

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Conference on Green Buildings Highlights Sustainable Future for Uttar Pradesh’s Real Estate Sector

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Lucknow Management Association (LMA) organised a high-level conference on “Transforming Real Estate in Uttar Pradesh Through Green Building” at Hotel Grand JBR, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, architects, and sustainability experts to deliberate on the future of eco-friendly development in the state. The conference was graced by Brajesh Pathak,  Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, as the Chief Guest, while Dr Rajeshwar Singh, Member of Legislative Assembly, attended as the Guest of Honour. Their presence underscored the state government’s commitment to promoting sustainable and energy-efficient…

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RELEASE OF THE ANNUAL LA MARTINIERE COLLEGE MAGAZINE ‘CONSTANTIA’ (2024–25)

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Annual College Magazine of La Martiniere College, Lucknow, titled Constantia for the academic session 2024–25, was formally released during the school assembly on 22 January 2026. The occasion marked an important milestone in the academic calendar, celebrating creativity, reflection, and the collective spirit of the institution. The Constantia Editorial Board, represented by Editor-in-Chief  Mark Donald Carron, Associate Editor  Allen Michael Morrison, Staff In-charge  Vincent Clifford, and  Nitish Sen (Member), along with Associate Student Editor Abhiraj Bhushan, proudly presented the first copies of the magazine to the Principal,  Gary…

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CINEMA BEYOND BORDERS: A SPECIAL SCREENING OF MEMORI

Arijit Bose

Lucknow:  La Martiniere Girls’ College hosted a special screening of the internationally acclaimed, award-winning Malaysian film Memori, offering students a rare and enriching encounter with global cinema and deeply personal storytelling. The screening was organised as part of the institution’s ongoing effort to broaden cultural horizons and encourage thoughtful engagement with the arts. Directed by Abid Hussain—an alumnus of La Martiniere College, Lucknow—Memori is inspired by the life of the director’s father. The film unfolds as a quiet yet powerful meditation on memory, identity, and emotion. Through its understated narrative…

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Mark Tully: The Voice That Helped the World Listen to India

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Sir William Mark Tully, KBE (24 October 1935 – 25 January 2026), the legendary British journalist and broadcaster who came to be known, affectionately and enduringly, as the “voice of India,” passed away today in New Delhi at the age of 90. With his death ends an era of journalism defined not by speed or spectacle, but by patience, empathy, and moral clarity. Born in Tollygunge, Calcutta (now Kolkata), during the twilight years of the British Raj, Mark Tully’s life was shaped by India almost from the start.…

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Ikkis Review: A Quiet Triumph in a Year of Loud Patriotism

Arijit Bose

Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5/5) Mumbai: Released on January 1, 2026, Ikkis—meaning Twenty-One—arrives as the first major Hindi film of the year and easily one of its most profound. Directed by master craftsman Sriram Raghavan (Andhadhun, Badlapur) and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films, this biographical war drama recounts the extraordinary real-life story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of India’s highest military honor, the Param Vir Chakra. He was just 21 when he laid down his life during the 1971 Indo-Pak War. In sharp contrast to the chest-thumping,…

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Border 2: A Roaring Salute to 1971’s Unsung Heroes

Arijit Bose

Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5) Mumbai: Nearly three decades after J.P. Dutta’s Border redefined patriotic cinema with its raw, emotionally charged portrayal of the 1971 Indo-Pak War and the iconic Battle of Longewala, Border 2 marches into theatres as a grand spiritual successor. Released on January 23, 2026, strategically timed ahead of Republic Day, the film arrives not just as a sequel, but as a full-throated tribute to India’s unsung war heroes. Directed by Anurag Singh (Kesari) and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J.P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, Border 2 widens…

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Swami Vivekananda’s Life is a Treasure of Inspiration for All: Kusum

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Cantt Nagar unit of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, South Lucknow, in association with the National Kalamanch Ayam, organized a grand Youthopia 2.0 program to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. The event aimed to provide youth with a culturally, creatively, and intellectually empowering platform, featuring competitions such as ramp walks, singing, dancing, and a “Waste to Wonder” exhibition. The program’s chief speaker, State Co-Minister and National Theatre member Kusum Kanaujia, said, “Swami Vivekananda’s life is a treasure of inspiration for all of us. Every young person should…

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