Day: February 25, 2026

87-Year-Old Ravidas Temple Undergoes Major Beautification; Set to Redefine Lucknow’s Religious Landscape

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The 87-year-old Ravidas Temple Bara Birwa, located on Kanpur Road in the state capital, is undergoing extensive beautification and tourism development, giving it a grand and modern facelift. The initiative, led by the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department, aims to enhance facilities for devotees while strengthening Lucknow’s religious tourism profile. The ambitious project has been sanctioned at a cost of ₹80.27 lakh, out of which the first instalment of ₹60 lakh has already been released to expedite development works. Officials said the project is designed to preserve the temple’s spiritual…

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UP Moves to Become High-Tech Manufacturing and Drone Hub; Major Push in Germany

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a significant step towards transforming Uttar Pradesh into a global hub for high-tech manufacturing and drone technology, an Indian delegation led by Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya held a series of high-level meetings in Germany with leading international technology firms. The delegation included IT Minister Sunil Kumar and senior officials. The initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat, as well as Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s strategy to attract large-scale global investment into the state. During the visit, the delegation held…

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UP to Host Meen Mahotsav (Aqua Expo) on February 27–28 in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Government of Uttar Pradesh will organise the Meen Mahotsav (Aqua Expo) on February 27 and 28, 2026, at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. The two-day event aims to promote modern aquaculture technologies, boost entrepreneurship, and enhance the income of fish farmers across the state. Announcing the event at a press conference held at Taj Hotel in Gomti Nagar, Fisheries Development Minister Sanjay Kumar Nishad said that the expo will bring together renowned scientists, entrepreneurs, and nearly 1,000 fish farmers from various districts of the state. The…

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Lucknow Museum of Heritage and Art to Showcase the Cultural Confluence of Awadh

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The cultural soul of Awadh is set to find a grand new address in the historic precinct of Hussainabad, where the newly constructed Lucknow Museum of Heritage and Art is ready for inauguration. Developed by the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA), the museum has been built over an area of 4,973 square metres and will be opened to the general public following its formal inauguration on March 1, 2026. Positioned amid the architectural legacy of old Lucknow, the museum promises to serve as a vibrant cultural hub celebrating the composite…

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The Blue Drum Murder: A Crime That Shook Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: As the weather shifts from the chill to warmer days, an upscale residential pocket of Lucknow—Ashiana Sector L—became the epicentre of one of the most chilling domestic crimes in recent Indian memory. What unfolded inside a four-storey family home was not merely a murder. It was a patricide marked by calculated brutality, dismemberment, and a blue plastic drum that would soon become a grim national symbol of horror. The case, quickly dubbed the “Blue Drum Murder,” sent shockwaves across Uttar Pradesh and beyond. Its savagery revived public memories of…

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Tu Yaa Main: Date Night Turns Deadly in This Glossy Crocodile Thriller

Arijit Bose

Tu Yaa Main : Love, Likes & a Lurking Predator Lucknow/ Mumbai: Directed by Bejoy Nambiar, Tu Yaa Main is the kind of audacious genre mash-up Bollywood rarely attempts — and even more rarely sustains. Marketed as a glossy Valentine’s release in early 2026, the film lures audiences in with a Gen-Z opposites-attract romance before springing a blood-soaked survival thriller featuring one extremely hungry crocodile. It’s chaotic, stylish, uneven — and undeniably entertaining. At its core, Tu Yaa Main begins as a sharp, if slightly surface-level, satire of influencer culture.…

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Iran Signals Dual Strategy of Diplomacy and Defense Amid Regional Tensions

Arijit Bose

Tehran | Amid rising regional tensions, the Iranian government has reaffirmed its commitment to avoiding conflict while continuing to strengthen national defense capabilities. Speaking at a weekly press briefing in Tehran, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani said the administration is managing what she described as “extraordinary external pressures” with a strategy centered on stability and restraint. Diplomacy as the Primary Approach According to statements reported by the Islamic Republic News Agency, Mohajerani emphasized that diplomacy remains Iran’s preferred path in dealing with international challenges. She noted that multiple state institutions are…

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Indian Navy Seeks Advanced Expendable Aerial Targets to Strengthen Missile Defence Drills

Arijit Bose

New Delhi | The Indian Navy is set to significantly enhance its air defence preparedness by procuring next-generation expendable aerial target drones designed to simulate modern sea-skimming anti-ship missile threats during live-fire exercises. The Ministry of Defence has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the Expendable Aerial Targets – Next Generation (EAT-NG) system. The move reflects the Navy’s growing focus on strengthening at-sea missile interception capabilities amid rapidly evolving maritime security challenges. Realistic Combat Simulation Unlike reusable target systems, the EAT-NG drones are designed to be destroyed during training missions.…

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Sunny Leone Reflects on ‘Quiet Discipline’ During Kennedy Shoot

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Sunny Leone has addressed recent conversations surrounding the working atmosphere during the filming of Kennedy, clarifying that the noticeable silence on set reflected discipline and focus rather than tension. In a recent interaction with IANS, Leone spoke candidly about reports describing the set as unusually still and intense. She explained that the calm environment was a result of professional commitment from the entire crew, not discomfort or strain. Silence Rooted in Professionalism Leone said the absence of chatter stemmed from everyone being deeply engaged in their respective responsibilities. According…

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Congress Questions PM Modi’s Israel Visit Timing Amid Gaza Crisis

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: The Congress on Wednesday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his scheduled State visit to Israel, arguing that the trip comes at a sensitive time amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh accused the Prime Minister of overlooking growing international concern surrounding the actions of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He said the visit coincides with heightened global scrutiny over the humanitarian situation in Gaza and developments in the occupied West Bank. Congress Recalls India’s Historical Position In a post on X, Ramesh…

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