Day: March 11, 2026

SGPGI Celebrates International Women’s Day with Strong Call for Equality

Arijit Bose

Lucknow:Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) celebrated International Women’s Day 2026 with enthusiasm and a strong message of equality and empowerment under the theme “Give to Gain.” The event was held on March 7 at the H.G. Khorana Auditorium in Lucknow. The programme was organised by senior physician and nodal officer Dr. Prerna Kapoor from the General Hospital. Faculty members, resident doctors, nursing staff and hospital employees participated in the celebration, which combined thoughtful discussions, inspirational talks and moments of camaraderie. Inspiring Talks on Women’s Health and Education…

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Free Glaucoma Screening Camp Held at Vivekananda Hospital in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A free glaucoma screening camp was organized at Vivekananda Polyclinic and Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow as part of activities marking World Glaucoma Week. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about glaucoma and promote early detection of the eye disease among patients. The screening camp was conducted by ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist Dr. Jimmy Mittal, who examined patients and provided medical advice regarding eye health. During the camp, several patients undergoing treatment for cataract were also found to be suffering from glaucoma, highlighting the importance of regular eye…

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Indians Crush Kiwis Hands Down in Dominant Display

Arijit Bose

Ahmedabad: In a commanding performance that thrilled cricket fans, India delivered a resounding victory over New Zealand, overwhelming the Kiwis with an aggressive batting display and disciplined bowling. From the very start, the contest tilted heavily in India’s favour, as the hosts asserted their dominance and left the visitors struggling to keep pace. The tone of the match was set early by Abhishek Sharma, who, despite questions about his recent form, unleashed a fierce assault on the New Zealand pace attack. His fearless stroke play put the bowlers under immediate…

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Poetry, Feminism and Fellowship: Women’s Day Iftar at Lucknow Bioscope

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: An evening of poetry, reflection and shared community marked a special celebration of Women’s Day during the sacred month of Ramzan, as Lucknow Bioscope, Sanatkada and Naimatkhana jointly hosted a poetry session followed by a potluck Iftar in Lucknow. The gathering took place at 130, J.C. Bose Road in Qaiser Bagh and brought together artists, writers, activists and members of the local community for an evening that blended literature with collective celebration. Poetry as Voice and Resistance The event opened with a powerful poetry session by poet, lawyer and…

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ABVP’s ‘Savishkar Startup Sangam 2026’ Begins at AKTU, Focus on Creating Job Creators

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The two-day national conference “Savishkar Startup Sangam 2026” began at Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) in Lucknow, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, and students from across the country. The event is being organized by Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) under its innovation initiative Savishkar, with the aim of encouraging youth to become job creators rather than job seekers. The inaugural session was attended by Uttar Pradesh’s Energy Minister A. K. Sharma as the chief guest, while Abhay Pratap Singh, National Secretary of ABVP, was the guest…

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SGPGI Wins Chancellor Cup Cricket Tournament 2026

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The team of Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) emerged as the champion of the Chancellor Cup Cricket Tournament 2026, defeating Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University by four wickets in the final match. The tournament was organized by Raj Bhavan (Jan Bhavan) under the inspiration of the Governor and Chancellor of Uttar Pradesh universities, Anandiben Patel. During the prize distribution ceremony, the Governor encouraged students and youth to actively participate in sports alongside their professional pursuits. She emphasized that sports not only promote physical fitness but also…

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Divisional Commissioner Reviews Municipal and Smart City Projects in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A high-level review meeting on municipal services and development works under the Smart City initiative was held at the Smart City auditorium under the chairmanship of Vijay Vishwas Pant, Divisional Commissioner of Lucknow. The meeting was attended by Municipal Commissioner Gaurav Kumar, additional commissioners, the chief engineer, zonal officers of the Lucknow Municipal Corporation, and other officials. The review focused on improving civic amenities, sanitation management, and monitoring ongoing projects under the Smart Cities Mission. During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner directed officials to further strengthen the city’s cleanliness…

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‘Pragati 2026’ Bal Utsav Celebrates Girls’ Empowerment on International Women’s Day in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Marking International Women’s Day, the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Department organized a large-scale children’s festival titled “Pragati: From Self-Respect to Equality – Bal Utsav” at Dayal Gateway in Lucknow. The event highlighted girls’ empowerment, dignity, and equal opportunities, bringing together students, teachers, and parents from across the state. The programme was inaugurated by Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Basic Education Sandeep Singh, who lit the ceremonial lamp and released comic books prepared by students, inspiring success stories of former members of the Meena Manch initiative, and case study…

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Anup Jalota and Surabhi Ranjan to Receive Naushad Samman at Avadh Mela in Lucknow Cantonment

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Renowned devotional singer Anup Jalota and singer Surabhi Ranjan will be honoured with the Naushad Samman during the upcoming Avadh Mela, to be held on the evening of March 22 at the Army Sports Complex in Lucknow. The cultural event is being organized by the Hunar Creation and Craft Association in two phases and will be attended by senior military officers and thousands of soldiers. Along with the awards ceremony, several young performers will be honoured with the Shaan-e-Avadh Award. The list of awardees includes musical duo Sameer–Deepali, singer…

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Dr. RMLIMS Hosts Orientation Program on “Quality Assurance in Academics”

Arijit Bose

Lucknow | The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (Dr. RMLIMS) successfully organized an orientation program today titled “Quality Assurance in Academics”. The event, held at the Administrative Block’s Conference Hall, focused on enhancing educational standards and preparing for the NAAC accreditation process. The program was organized under the leadership of Prof. (Dr.) Rajan Bhatnagar (Coordinator NAAC) as Organizing Chairperson and Prof. (Dr.) Smita Chauhan (Co-coordinator NAAC) as Organizing Secretary. Professor (Dr.) C M Singh, Director of the institute addressed the gathering highlighting…

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