Day: March 10, 2026

Lucknow to Host 10-Day Book Fair at Ravindralaya Charbagh from March 13

Arijit Bose

Theme “Viksit Bharat, Viksit Pradesh” to Inspire Book Lovers Lucknow — A vibrant celebration of literature, culture, and creativity is set to begin in the city as the Lucknow Book Fair opens on March 13 at the main lawn of Ravindralaya Charbagh. The 10-day fair, running until March 22, will feature free entry for visitors and a wide range of literary and cultural activities. This year’s fair will revolve around the theme “Viksit Bharat, Viksit Pradesh”, reflecting the national vision for development leading up to 2047. The event will include…

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‘Welcome’ Gang Set for Comeback: Majnu Bhai, Uday Shetty and Dr. Ghungroo to Return in Welcome 4

Arijit Bose

Mumbai : Fans of Bollywood’s iconic comedy franchise Welcome have reason to celebrate as producer Firoz Nadiadwala has reportedly begun work on the fourth installment of the series. The upcoming film, tentatively titled Welcome 4, will bring back some of the franchise’s most beloved characters played by Anil Kapoor, Nana Patekar, and Paresh Rawal. According to reports, Anil Kapoor will reprise his cult-favorite role of Majnu Bhai, Nana Patekar will return as the eccentric don Uday Shetty, while Paresh Rawal will once again appear as the hilarious Dr. Ghungroo. Bollywood…

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Jaipur Polo Team Wins 9th Season Title at SMS Gold Vase Tournament

Arijit Bose

Jaipur : The Jaipur Polo Team continued its remarkable run this season by clinching the prestigious SMS Gold Vase title under the leadership of Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh. In a thrilling final, Jaipur defeated Krishna Polo Team 6–5.5 to secure its ninth title of the season, reaffirming its dominance on the polo circuit. A Closely Contested Final The final proved to be an intense contest with both teams trading momentum across the chukkers. Jaipur started strongly, applying early attacking pressure to take a 2–1.5 lead at the end of the…

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Trump Advisers Push for Iran War ‘Exit Plan’ as Insurance Crisis Threatens Global Oil Trade

Arijit Bose

New Delhi/ Washington | The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran is raising serious geopolitical and economic concerns, with reports suggesting that several advisers to U.S. President Donald Trump are urging the administration to prepare an exit strategy from the Iran war. According to recent reports, advisers fear that a prolonged conflict could trigger a sharp rise in oil prices and create political repercussions in the United States ahead of the 2026 elections. While the White House has publicly dismissed the need for an immediate end to the military…

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Defence Forces Vision 2047: India Unveils Strategic Roadmap to Transform Armed Forces

Arijit Bose

New Delhi | India has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to transform its armed forces by 2047, as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released the landmark Defence Forces Vision 2047 document on Tuesday. The strategic blueprint outlines how India plans to build a technologically advanced, integrated, and globally respected military power by the time the country celebrates 100 years of independence. Prepared by the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff under the Ministry of Defence, the document provides a long-term framework for modernizing the Indian armed forces to effectively tackle emerging security challenges and the…

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Youth Arrested Within 24 Hours for Waving Illegal Firearm on Social Media in Lucknow’s Vikas Nagar

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Waving an illegal firearm on social media proved costly for a young man in the Vikas Nagar area of Lucknow, as the police arrested him within 24 hours of the video going viral. Acting swiftly, the Vikas Nagar police recovered a .315 bore country-made pistol and one live cartridge from the accused. According to the police, a video showing a youth brandishing an illegal firearm on social media platforms came to their notice, following which an immediate investigation was launched. Based on technical analysis and local inputs, the accused,…

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Smart TVs Installed in 16,000 Anganwadi Centres in Uttar Pradesh, Transforming Early Childhood Learning

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a major push towards modernizing early childhood education, the Uttar Pradesh government has installed smart televisions in more than 16,000 Anganwadi centres across the state. The initiative aims to introduce digital learning tools into the early education system and create a more engaging and interactive environment for young children. The move is part of the state government’s broader effort to upgrade Anganwadi centres into modern, play-school-like learning spaces. Each smart TV installation has cost approximately ₹25,000, and the project is being implemented under the leadership of Chief Minister…

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Play “Teen The Bhai” Staged at SRMS Riddhima in Bareilly

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: A lively theatrical performance titled “Teen The Bhai” (Three Were Brothers) captivated the audience on Sunday evening at Shri Ram Murti Smarak Trust Riddhima in Bareilly. The play was presented by the Delhi-based theatre group Black Pearl Art and directed by noted theatre artist Amul Sagar Nath, who also adapted the script for stage. The story revolves around three brothers—Barka, Majhla and Chhutka—who perform in a well-known Ramleela in the Morena district and dream of becoming successful film heroes in Mumbai. During one of their performances, a casting agent…

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Over 10,000 Women Become ‘Lakhpatis’ in Uttar Pradesh Through Prerna Canteen Initiative

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A transformative initiative aimed at empowering rural women is changing thousands of lives across Uttar Pradesh. The Prerna Canteen Scheme, launched under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has enabled more than 10,000 women to achieve ‘lakhpati’ status, marking a significant milestone in women-led economic empowerment in the state. The initiative is primarily operated by women associated with Self-Help Groups (SHGs), who manage canteens set up in government institutions. Currently, over 2,100 Prerna Canteens are functioning across various districts of the state, providing hygienic and affordable meals while…

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