Day: March 22, 2026

KEI Industries Becomes Principal Partner of Lucknow Super Giants for IPL Season 19

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: KEI Industries Ltd has announced a strategic partnership with Lucknow Super Giants as the Principal Partner for the upcoming Indian Premier League Season 19, set to begin on March 28, 2026. The collaboration is aimed at enhancing KEI’s brand visibility and strengthening its growing presence across India. As part of the agreement, the KEI logo will feature prominently on the front of the team’s official match jerseys, positioned on the right chest, ensuring strong on-field visibility throughout the tournament. The branding will also extend across stadium activations and franchise-led…

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Khel Se Khushi Brings Sports Access and Community Engagement to Barabanki

Arijit Bose

Barabanki | “Khel Se Khushi: Sports for Youth,” an initiative to promote sports and strengthen community wellbeing, was successfully held at the Satrikh Mini Stadium, bringing together children, adolescents, community members, and key stakeholders to celebrate sports and inclusion. The initiative is led by CII Foundation, with the support of Hell Energy and in collaboration with TaraSri Foundation. The program commenced with a welcome and introduction by Vibha, Founder, TaraSri Foundation, along with Ipsha Singh, setting the context for strengthening youth development through accessible sports infrastructure. This was followed by…

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CII Uttar Pradesh Hosts Interaction Session with Canadian High Commissioner Christopher Cooter

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Uttar Pradesh, organized a special interaction session with Canada’s High Commissioner to India, Christopher Cooter, bringing together leading members of the industry for a high-level dialogue on strengthening bilateral economic ties. The session was led by Abhishek Saraf, Chairman of CII Uttar Pradesh and Managing Director of Awadh Rail Infra Limited, along with Pranay S. Garg, Vice Chairman of CII Uttar Pradesh and Managing Director of Advance Valves Pvt Ltd. The interaction served as a key platform to explore new avenues of collaboration…

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Abhishek Saraf Takes Charge as CII Uttar Pradesh Chairman; Pranay S. Garg Appointed Vice Chairman

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Uttar Pradesh, has announced the appointment of Abhishek Saraf as its new Chairman and Pranay S. Garg as Vice Chairman for the 2026–27 term. Abhishek Saraf, Managing Director of Awadh Rail Infra Limited, brings over two decades of experience in the rail infrastructure and manufacturing sector. A second-generation entrepreneur, he has played a key role in expanding the company’s footprint in producing critical safety and engineering components for Indian Railways, metro systems, and emerging high-speed rail networks. Under his leadership, the company has…

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UP’s Chinmay Dev Chauhan and Vansh Yadav Enter Main Draw of AITA Men’s Prize Money Tennis Tournament

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh players Chinmay Dev Chauhan and Vansh Yadav secured their places in the main draw of the AITA Men’s Prize Money Tennis Tournament after impressive wins in the qualifying rounds. The tournament, carrying a prize purse of ₹1 lakh, is being organized by SDS Tennis Academy at the La Martiniere Lawn Tennis Facility. In the final round of qualifiers on Sunday, Chinmay delivered a dominant performance, defeating Yash 6-0, 6-0, while Vansh Yadav outplayed Akshit 6-1, 6-3. Alongside them, players from across the country also advanced to the…

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Škoda Auto India Unveils the ‘Easy to Love’ New Kushaq, Redefining Value, Performance and Safety

Arijit Bose

Jabalpur: Škoda Auto India has announced the launch and commencement of customer deliveries for the refreshed New Kushaq, positioning it as a benchmark-setting offering in the mid-size SUV segment. Built on the brand’s philosophy of democratizing European engineering, the new Kushaq blends advanced technology, enhanced safety, and everyday practicality to appeal to a wider set of customers. With a comprehensive design refresh, the SUV features an all-new front and rear styling, LED lighting elements, sequential turn indicators, alloy wheels, and a host of premium features as standard. Inside, the Kushaq…

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Nutrica by BN Agritech Enters Honey Segment, Launches ‘Nutrica Bee Honey’ Range

Arijit Bose

Agra: Expanding its footprint in the wellness-focused FMCG space, Nutrica, a lifestyle and wellness brand by BN Agritech, has entered the honey segment with the launch of its new product line, “Nutrica Bee Honey.” The range is now available across general trade stores in Delhi-NCR and Mumbai. The launch comes at a time when health-conscious living is becoming a key priority for consumers. Known for its function-first cooking oils, Nutrica aims to extend its wellness promise into the superfood category with honey—a staple in Indian households for centuries. The newly…

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Social Awareness Event on World Water Day and Eid Held in Siddharthnagar

Arijit Bose

Siddharthnagar: A meaningful social programme was organized by the Masiha Ubaid Siddharth Trust on the occasion of World Water Day and Eid, highlighting the importance of water conservation and community service. The event was held under the guidance of the Trust’s chief patron Master Ubaidullah Khan and was conducted by advisor Dr. Masihuddin Khan. Renowned social worker and Yash Bharti awardee Mrinendra Mishra attended as the chief guest. He was honoured with the Educational and Social Award for his notable contributions in the fields of social service and literature. Other…

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Lucknow Book Fair Concludes on a High Note, Records ₹32 Lakh in Sales

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The much-awaited Lucknow Book Fair concluded on Sunday at Ravindralaya Charbagh, marking the end of a vibrant literary celebration that began on March 13. Organisers reported an estimated sale of books worth ₹32 lakh, reflecting strong public interest and participation. The final day witnessed heavy footfall, with school students and young readers turning up in large numbers. The fair featured a rich mix of book launches, literary discussions, cultural events, and an Awadhi food festival, which received an enthusiastic response from visitors. Among the highlights was the launch of…

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Music, Honour and Celebration Mark Awadh Mela in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Awadh Mela witnessed a vibrant blend of music, honour, and celebration as renowned artists enthralled thousands of soldiers and their families at the Cantonment sports ground. The highlight of the evening was the conferment of the prestigious Naushad Samman on Padma Shri awardee Anup Jalota and Surabhi Ranjan, in the presence of senior military officials. The event, organized by Hunar Creation and Craft Association with support from Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi, also honoured artists including Sameer-Deepali, Samarjeet Randhawa, Shirsha Rakshit, and Biswarup Banerjee.…

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