February 22, 2026 - The Lucknow Tribune

BESTECH 2026 Concludes Successfully at RMLIMS Lucknow

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Department of Endocrine Surgery at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS) recently hosted the Breast and Endocrine Surgery Technological Advances Symposium and Workshop, popularly known as BESTECH 2026. Held on February 20–21, 2026, the event was organized under the visionary leadership of Organizing Chairman Prof. S. K. Mishra, Organizing Secretary Dr. Sara Idris, and Co-Organizing Secretaries Dr. Mithun Ram and Dr. Ashwini Rahalkar. The symposium emerged as a premier academic gathering, drawing a diverse group of medical professionals from fields such as Radiology, Pathology, Nuclear…

Public Awareness Crucial to Combat Impending Water Crisis: Rajiv Kumar

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW – In a move to address the escalating concerns over global water scarcity, Rajiv Kumar, Chief Engineer of the Central Water Commission (CWC), emphasized that turning water conservation into a mass movement is the need of the hour. His remarks came during an exclusive conversation with RJ Abhishek Sharma, broadcast via Radio KGMU Goonj, the community radio station of King George’s Medical University. A Call for Individual Responsibility Speaking on the potential for a severe future water crisis, Mr. Kumar appealed to the public to practice “water wisdom” in…

KGMU Sets Sight on Advanced Lung Transplant Unit; Hosts AIPCON 2026 to Bolster Interventional Pulmonology

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW – King George’s Medical University (KGMU) is making a monumental leap in respiratory healthcare, moving steadily toward the establishment of an Advanced Lung Transplant Unit. This initiative aims to provide world-class treatment for patients with end-stage lung diseases within Uttar Pradesh, eliminating the need for arduous travel to other states or abroad. The announcement came alongside the successful organization of AIPCON 2026 (Advanced Interventional Pulmonology Conference), held on February 14-15 under the aegis of the Indian Chest Society and Pulmocrit Foundation. Visionary Leadership on the Future of Care The…

KGMU’s HRF Expansion: 3 New Outlets Launched Under Vice Chancellor’s Visionary Leadership

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW – In a significant move toward making healthcare more affordable and accessible, King George’s Medical University (KGMU) has launched three new Hospital Revolving Fund (HRF) medicine outlets. Spearheaded by the visionary leadership of the Honorable Vice Chancellor, this expansion brings the total number of operational centers to 25, reinforcing KGMU’s commitment to providing high-quality medicines at minimal rates. The successful rollout of these facilities was executed under the guidance of Chairman Prof. Kumar Shantanu, coordinated by Faculty In-charge Prof. Balendra, and supported by the administrative and financial strategies of…

Snoring is Dangerous: Dr. Surya Kant

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

Sleep Certification Course Workshop to be Organized at KGMU Lucknow: The ICS Sleep Certification Course workshop will be organized on 22 February 2026 at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Scientific Convention Center, King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow. This hands-on sleep workshop is being organized under the joint aegis of the Indian Chest Society and the Snoring and Sleep Related Disorders Society. The Workshop Directors are Dr. Surya Kant, Founder President, Snoring and Sleep Related Disorders Society, and Dr. Amita Nene (Mumbai), Secretary, Indian Chest Society. The Workshop Coordinators are Dr.…

Beyond the Blueprint: When Data Meets the Human Heart in Lucknow

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In an age where progress is often measured by cold spreadsheets and shifting decimal points, a recent gathering at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) offered something far more profound: a soul. Hosted in collaboration with Lucknow Bioscope, the evening marked the launch of Every Last Girl: A Journey to Educate India’s Forgotten Daughters, a book that serves as both a roadmap of past victories and a manifesto for the work yet to be done. The air in the room was thick with the weight of “forgotten stories” as…

Alliance Clubs Districts 102 and 137 Forge New Leadership at Landmark Joint Convention

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW – The spirit of service and administrative excellence took center stage today as Alliance Clubs International successfully concluded the Joint Convention for District 102 and District 137. The high-profile event served as a platform for both districts to transition leadership and celebrate a year of significant humanitarian impact. A New Chapter: Election Results The highlight of the convention was the official announcement of the newly elected leadership teams for the 2026-2027 term. Following a democratic process, the following officers were designated to steer the districts toward their goals of…

Social Justice Conclave in Lucknow Sees Intense Deliberations on Youth, History, Media and Democracy

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The second day of the Social Justice Conclave was held at the IPTA Campus, 22 Kaiserbagh (behind Amiruddaula Library), witnessing vibrant participation and wide-ranging discussions on pressing national issues concerning youth, history, journalism and democracy. Youth: Challenges and Hopes The opening session, titled “Youth: Challenges and Hopes,” focused on the role of young people in contemporary politics and social movements. Mahendra Kumar, associated with the Chhatra Mahasabha, expressed concern that many youths are being drawn toward harmful habits and regressive ideologies. He remarked that universities remain one of the…

Adani Group Announces 24 Fully Funded Scholarships for India’s Top Business Schools

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

Ahmedabad: The Adani Group has announced 24 fully funded scholarships under its Adani Accelerated Leadership Program (AALP) for the 2025–27 batch, reaffirming its commitment to inclusive leadership development and nation-building. The scholarships have been awarded to meritorious students from India’s premier business institutions, including Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, Indian Institute of Management Lucknow and Indian School of Business. The selected scholars were formally felicitated at the Group’s headquarters in Ahmedabad by Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone and Director…

Intense & Gritty: ‘Toxic’ Teaser Unleashes a Vibrant Cinematic Universe with Rocking Star Yash’s Unrecognizable Transformation

February 22, 2026 Arijit Bose

Mumbai: As the most awaited Indian film of 2026, Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups has kept its finger off the trigger for months, building immense anticipation through high-impact imagery. Following the seismic “Introducing Raya” birthday glimpse featuring Rocking Star Yash, and the stylish character posters of Nayanthara’s “Ganga,” Kiara Advani’s “Nadia,” Huma Qureshi’s “Elizabeth,” Rukmini Vasanth’s “Mellisa,” and Tara Sutaria’s “Rebecca,” the official teaser has finally been fired—and the shot hits the bullseye. The Toxic teaser reveals a massive, cinematic world that is both vibrant and brutal. Moving from a…