Day: February 14, 2026

Hotel Celestial Manor Announces Expansion with Launch of ‘The Arcadium Central’ in Lucknow’s Telibagh–Vrindavan Area

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Hotel Celestial Manor has officially announced its expansion with the launch of a new premium hospitality project, “The Arcadium Central,” in the Telibagh–Vrindavan area of Lucknow. The upcoming development will be built in accordance with 4-star standards, focusing on modern hospitality services and world-class amenities. The announcement was made during a press conference graced by Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Rakesh Sachan as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, he stated that the state government is prioritizing investment and infrastructure development. He emphasized that private sector initiatives such as this…

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Governor presides over Free HPV Vaccination Programme for Girls

Arijit Bose
HPV Vaccination

Balrampur: A free HPV vaccination programme for adolescent girls was organised at the Collectorate Auditorium in Balrampur district under the inspiration of Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel. As part of the camp, 100 girls were administered the HPV vaccine to protect them against serious health risks. Addressing the gathering, the Governor stressed that vaccinating girls aged 9 to 14 years with two doses of the HPV vaccine can provide nearly 95 percent protection. She urged families to remain aware and ensure timely vaccination of their daughters, emphasizing that a healthy…

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Play “Baap Re Baap” Highlights Social Responsibility

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Baap Re Baap

Baap Re Baap Play  Highlights Social Responsibility Lucknow: On the second day of the Divisional Theatre Festival, jointly organised by the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi, Lucknow, and Sant Kabir Akademi, Maghar, the stage came alive with the successful presentation of the play “Baap Re Baap” at the Sant Kabir Akademi Auditorium. The play was written by renowned satirist K. P. Saxena and directed by Yogesh Pawar. Centered on the vital theme of caring for parents and elderly family members, the play struck an emotional chord with the audience. The…

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Five-Day Kathak Master Class at Bhatkhande University

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Lucknow: Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya is organising a five-day Kathak Master Class under the Chair established in memory of Padma Vibhushan Pandit Birju Maharaj. Held at the Kala Mandapam Auditorium from February 10 to 14, 2026, the programme was conducted under the guidance of renowned Kathak guru Pandit Asim Bandhu Bhattacharya. The master class focused on varied aspects including the special training of Basant Bhav, capturing the aesthetic and emotional essence of the spring season. Pandit Bhattacharya provided in-depth guidance on the technical aspects of Kathak, including aamad, tukras and intricate…

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33rd Real Estate Agent Training Session Begins in Lucknow

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA) has launched its 33rd Real Estate Agent Training Session in Lucknow, reinforcing its commitment to a transparent and consumer-centric property sector. The four-day programme, inaugurated online by Chairman Sanjay Bhoosreddy, is being held at the Indian Literacy House on Kanpur Road. A total of 43 participants have enrolled in the current batch, aiming to become certified and registered real estate agents. The training focuses on legal provisions, ethical practices and professional competence. Key topics include the RERA Act, Transfer of Property…

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Manu Bhaker Misses Gold by a whisker

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Manu Bhaker Misses Gold by a whisker New Delhi: The women’s 25m pistol final at the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship produced high drama, with India’s Manu Bhaker narrowly missing the gold medal after a tense shoot-off. Competing at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, Manu lost to Vietnam’s Thuy Trang Nguyen after two shoot-offs, settling for silver. The final saw frequent changes in medal positions, with Esha Singh starting strongly by firing a perfect five in the opening series. Manu and Nguyen remained locked in a close battle throughout, forcing the…

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After Border 2, Sunny Deol Set to Make an Impact with Lahore 1947

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Mumbai: Sunny Deol continues his strong run at the box office with Border 2, and now the makers have announced the release date of his much-anticipated film Lahore 1947. The period drama is set to hit theatres on August 13, 2026. Lahore 1947 marks the first collaboration between Sunny Deol, director Rajkumar Santoshi, and producer Aamir Khan. Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the film is set against the backdrop of the 1947 India-Pakistan Partition, one of the most painful chapters in history. Aamir Khan revealed that the script was among…

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The Manipur Diaries Trailer Out: Monalisa’s Powerful Performance Wins Hearts

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Prayagraj: The trailer of The Manipur Diaries (also titled The Diary of Manipur), starring Mahakumbh viral sensation Monalisa, was officially released in Prayagraj. Director Sanoj Mishra launched the trailer at a private hotel in the presence of the film’s cast and crew. He shared that the trailer was unveiled in Prayagraj as the journey of the film began there. Made over nearly a year with a budget of around ₹10 crore, the film marks Monalisa’s debut in cinema. The film is a love story featuring Monalisa opposite Prayagraj-based actor Abhishek…

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UP Budget 2026-27: Big Thrust to Women Entrepreneurs with ₹200 Crore Support

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Budget 2026-27, presented by Finance Minister Suresh Khanna in the Assembly, lays out an expansive and inclusive development roadmap with strong emphasis on women empowerment, rural transformation, technology-led growth, green energy and employment generation. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the budget reflects the government’s intent to combine social welfare with economic expansion, positioning Uttar Pradesh as a self-reliant, technology-driven and inclusive growth engine. A major highlight of the budget is the significant push to women-led entrepreneurship under the flagship “Lakhpati Didi” campaign. To…

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Decoding the importance of a Guru in the modern paradigm

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Lucknow:  The syllable “Gu” in Guru stands for darkness and ignorance (andhakāra), the syllable “Ru” signifies eradication. Thus, whoever has the ability toeradicate darkness and thereby bring light into one’s life can be called a Guru.(Advaya Taraka Upaniṣad, Śukla-yajuveda, Verses 15,16) The guru is seen as a sacred conduit for wisdomand guidance, essential for attainingself-realization. When a guru is also specialized in some chosen area of Śāstra, one may call him Ācārya. आचार्यः – उपनीय तु यः शिष्यं वेदमध्यापयेद् द्विजः। सकल्पं सरहस्यं च तमाचार्यं प्रचक्षते ॥ १४० ॥ The wise…

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