Lucknow, May 19, 2026 Upgrades 5G network with slicing technology, offering postpaid customers enhanced service quality and seamless connectivity : Bharti Airtel today announced the launch of Priority Postpaid, a new service that leverages 5G slicing technology to deliver superior and more consistent experience to customers on postpaid. This service is specially built for busy customers who depend on uninterrupted connectivity for work, entertainment, or online collaboration. For this service, Airtel has upgraded its 5G network with advanced capabilities of slicing technology. This makes the network more efficient; creates more capacity;…
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Rajkumar Hirani Makes Streaming Debut with ‘Pritam and Pedro’, Premiering July 3 on JioHotstar
Mumbai: In a major announcement for Indian streaming entertainment, JioHotstar has joined hands with acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani to present a new original series titled Pritam and Pedro, which is set to premiere on July 3. The project marks Hirani’s much-anticipated debut in the long-form streaming space, bringing his signature storytelling style—known for its warmth, humour, and emotional depth—to a new digital audience. A Story Born from Mystery and Human Connection Directed by filmmaker Avinash Arun, Pritam and Pedro opens with an intriguing premise: a deserted ATM found on a…
Read MoreLucknow Commissionerate Holds Training Workshop on Self-Enumeration for Census 2027
Lucknow: A comprehensive awareness and training workshop on the proposed self-enumeration initiative under Census-2027 was organised at the Commissionerate auditorium under the chairmanship of Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant. The workshop was conducted for officers and employees of the Commissionerate with the objective of making the self-enumeration process more effective, transparent, and people-centric. Participants were given detailed training on the procedure, technical aspects, and importance of citizen participation in the upcoming census exercise. Census is a Foundation of Development: Commissioner Addressing the session, Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant said that…
Read MoreUP RERA Approves 13 Real Estate Projects Worth Over ₹3,000 Crore
Lucknow/Gautam Buddh Nagar: In a major boost to organised urban development in Uttar Pradesh, the Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority has approved 13 new real estate projects with an estimated investment of ₹3,052.73 crore across eight districts of the state. The approvals were granted during the 202nd Authority meeting held at the UP RERA headquarters, chaired by Chairman Sanjay Bhoosreddy. Senior officials of the authority were also present during the review, where project proposals were evaluated in accordance with regulatory compliance and planning standards. According to officials, the approved…
Read MoreGovernor Chairs Review Meeting of Bhatkhande Sanskriti University
Lucknow: A detailed review meeting and presentation of Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya was held at Jan Bhawan under the chairmanship of Uttar Pradesh Governor and Chancellor of State Universities Anandiben Patel. The meeting focused on academic performance, infrastructure development, implementation of collaborations, and student welfare initiatives. The Vice Chancellor and senior officials of the university made a comprehensive presentation covering departments, courses, research activities, admissions, staffing positions, infrastructure status, library digitisation of rare manuscripts, hostel facilities, and ongoing construction work. Information was also shared regarding memorandums of understanding (MoUs) signed with…
Read MoreAKTU Vice Chancellor Walks to Office, Promotes Energy Saving Message
Lucknow: In a symbolic move to promote energy conservation and environmental awareness, Vice Chancellor of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Prof. J.P. Pandey, walked to his office on Friday morning instead of using an official vehicle. The initiative comes as part of the university’s implementation of a five-day working week system, introduced in line with the energy conservation appeals made by the Prime Minister and Chief Minister. Under this new arrangement, every Friday has also been declared a “no-vehicle zone” within the university campus. Prof. Pandey reached his office…
Read MoreMLA O.P. Srivastava Travels by Lucknow Metro, Appeals Citizens to Support Energy Conservation
Lucknow: In line with the call for energy conservation given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, MLA UP East O.P. Srivastava travelled by Lucknow Metro from Indira Nagar Metro Station to Hazratganj Metro Station and encouraged citizens to adopt public transport for sustainable and energy-efficient mobility. During his metro journey, O.P. Srivastava highly appreciated the operational efficiency, comfort, punctuality, cleanliness, safety, and ease of travel offered by Lucknow Metro. He especially praised the metro system for its contribution towards energy conservation and reduction in fuel consumption. When people use metro services,…
Read MoreLucknow Mayor Sushma Kharkwal Joins ‘Bada Mangal’ Celebrations, Participates in Multiple Bhandaras Across City
Lucknow: On the auspicious occasion of the third Tuesday of the Hindu month of Jyeshtha, popularly known as ‘Bada Mangal’, Mayor Sushma Kharkwal actively participated in a series of religious and community events held across the city, offering prayers, distributing prasad, and extending greetings to devotees. The day-long engagements included participation in Sundarkand recitations, large community bhandaras, and religious gatherings organised at multiple locations, where the Mayor prayed for the prosperity, good health and well-being of the citizens of Uttar Pradesh. Participation at Hazratganj Bhandara The Mayor visited the grand…
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