Day: March 8, 2026

The Empire in Blue: India’s Historic T20 World Cup Victory

Arijit Bose

Ahmedabad: Cricket history witnessed a defining moment on March 8, 2026, when the India national cricket team successfully defended their title in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 with a commanding 96-run victory over the New Zealand national cricket team at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The emphatic triumph secured India their third T20 World Cup crown and made them the first team in the tournament’s history to retain the title successfully. Even more significantly, it marked the first time a host nation lifted the T20 World…

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Lucknow’s Fading Cinematic Heritage: From Grand Single Screens to the Multiplex Era

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The cultural fabric of Lucknow has long been intertwined with cinema, where watching films in iconic theatres was once an essential part of the city’s famed “Ganjing” culture along Hazratganj. Today, however, the city’s cinematic landscape stands at a crossroads—caught between nostalgic memories of grand single-screen theatres and the fast-paced shift toward modern multiplexes. A Heritage Now Fading into Memory There was a time when theatres like Mayfair Cinema and Basant Cinema were symbols of prestige and entertainment across the state. Watching English films at Mayfair was often associated…

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Congress Organises Holi Milan Ceremony in Lucknow, Leaders Emphasise Unity and Brotherhood

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee organised a Holi Milan ceremony in the state capital to mark the upcoming festival of Holi, celebrating the spirit of love, harmony and brotherhood. The event was attended by Avinash Pande, National General Secretary of the Indian National Congress and party in-charge for Uttar Pradesh, who was the chief guest. Also present was Ajay Rai, President of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee and former minister. A large number of Congress leaders, office-bearers and party workers participated in the programme. Participants greeted each other by…

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BJP Launches Two-Day Deendayal Upadhyaya Training Camps for Workers Across Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Lucknow Metropolitan unit has launched two-day Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya training camps at the mandal level across all assembly constituencies in the city to strengthen organisational structure and train party workers. During various sessions of the training camps, speakers held detailed discussions on the party’s ideological foundations, organisational functioning, and achievements of the government. The workshops were aimed at equipping party workers with the knowledge and skills required to strengthen grassroots activities. Several senior leaders addressed different sessions as chief speakers. Dinesh Sharma, Member of…

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120 KGMU Students Receive Free HPV Vaccine Dose on International Women’s Day in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: On the occasion of International Women’s Day, 120 women students of MBBS and BDS from King George’s Medical University (KGMU) were administered the first dose of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine free of cost to help prevent Cervical Cancer. The vaccination programme was organised at Jan Bhavan in Lucknow in the presence and guidance of Anandiben Patel, Governor of Uttar Pradesh. During the event, the Governor extended greetings and best wishes to the students on International Women’s Day. She said that while the day is celebrated worldwide to honour…

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AAP Alleges Collapse of Health Services in Uttar Pradesh, Says 8,689 Doctors’ Posts Vacant

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has launched a sharp attack on the Uttar Pradesh government over the condition of the state’s public healthcare system, claiming that 8,689 doctors’ posts are lying vacant in government hospitals, severely affecting medical services across the state. Addressing the media in Lucknow, AAP Uttar Pradesh’s Chief State Spokesperson Vanshraj Dubey alleged that Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s claim of a “Healthy Uttar Pradesh” is “completely false,” stating that hospitals from the state capital to remote villages are facing an acute shortage of doctors and essential…

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ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 : India vs New Zealand: Ultimate Battle for Crown

Arijit Bose

(8th March | Special Report | Navneet Bansal | The Lucknow Tribune) The stage is set for a thrilling showdown as defending champions India take on New Zealand’s “Black Caps” in the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. After weeks of exciting cricket, the two most consistent teams of the tournament will battle for the prestigious world title at Ahmedabad. In a pre-match Press conference Indian Captain Suryakumar Yadav said “Playing The World Cup final is a special feeling, but the team is trying to stay relaxed…

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True Empowerment Lies in Awakening Inner Spiritual Strength through Sadhana: Sanatan Sanstha

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: On the occasion of International Women’s Day, representatives of Sanatan Sanstha emphasized that true empowerment of women comes from awakening inner spiritual strength through spiritual practice (sadhana) rather than merely adopting modern or external forms of freedom. Addressing the issue of women’s empowerment, speakers said that in recent years the concept of women’s liberation has often been discussed under the influence of westernised ideas that, according to them, sometimes conflict with traditional Indian cultural values. They stressed that unlimited freedom should not be equated with empowerment and that society…

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Integral University Organises ‘Pharma Anveshan’ on National Pharmacy Education Day

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Integral University in Lucknow organised a special programme titled “Pharma Anveshan” to mark National Pharmacy Education Day. The event was jointly organised by the Department of Pharmacy and the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences to commemorate the contributions of M. L. Schroff, widely regarded as the father of pharmacy education in India. The programme aimed to highlight Prof. Schroff’s pioneering role in the development of pharmacy education and to raise awareness about the evolving role of pharmacists in healthcare services and research. Discussions during the event emphasised the need for…

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Anand Prakash Pandey Commissioned in Indian Army; Ayodhya Press Club President Extends Congratulations

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya: Lieutenant Anand Prakash Pandey, son of senior teacher O.P. Pandey and Hema Pandey, has been commissioned into the Indian Army after completing his training from Officers Training Academy, Chennai. He has been commissioned into the 24 Sikh Regiment, bringing pride to his family and his hometown in Ayodhya. According to family sources, Lieutenant Pandey will arrive at Maharishi Valmiki International Airport on March 8, 2026, after becoming an officer in the army. Following his arrival, he will visit the Ram Mandir to offer prayers to Ram Lalla before proceeding…

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