Day: June 26, 2026

Emerging Markets Are Top Retailers’ New Favourite Destination to Expand

Arijit Bose

“It is a time of expansion beyond geographic boundaries for retail brands, and retailers are partnering with real estate conglomerates to move beyond metro cities,” writes Usha Kumari. Metro cities set the trend for the market expansion of premium retail brands for the longest time. An inevitable shift in that trend is happening now, as the market moves to the emerging pockets of India. Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are leading the expansion strategy for retailers and retail brands. Brands across categories are diving deep to create space for new business…

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50-Member Medical Team Saves Merchant Navy Officer After Devastating Road Accident

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: In a remarkable display of medical expertise and teamwork, a team of more than 50 doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, successfully saved the life of a 37-year-old Merchant Navy officer who suffered multiple life-threatening injuries in a severe road accident. The patient was admitted with extensive fractures, a crushed arm, a pulseless limb, and a ruptured aorta—the body’s main artery—making his condition extremely critical. Upon arrival, specialists from trauma care, orthopedics, cardiology, plastic surgery, critical care, and physiotherapy departments coordinated an emergency response. Doctors…

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BJP Eyes Two-Thirds Majority as It Expands Long-Term Political Agenda

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is increasingly positioning itself for a larger electoral mandate as it seeks to advance its long-term vision of a “Developed India 2047,” according to political observers assessing the party’s evolving strategy after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Although the BJP fell short of an outright majority on its own in 2024, securing 240 seats, it returned to power comfortably through the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), which won 293 seats. The party has also maintained a strong presence across several states and continues to…

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Pilibhit to Get Leopard Safari Soon; Snake Venom Extraction Centre Planned in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is set to strengthen its wildlife conservation and eco-tourism infrastructure with plans to establish a modern Leopard Safari in Pilibhit and a Snake Venom Extraction Centre in Lucknow. The announcements were made during a high-level review meeting chaired by State Minister (Independent Charge) for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Dr. Arun Kumar Saxena. The meeting, held at Bapu Bhawan in Lucknow, reviewed the progress of key wildlife and tourism projects, including the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve, Dudhwa National Park, Etawah Lion Safari, Kanpur Zoological Park and Nawab Wajid…

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32nd Ullas Bal Parv to Showcase Young Talent Through Theatre and Dance

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The 32nd edition of Ullas Bal Parv, a unique festival dedicated exclusively to children’s theatre and creative expression, will be held on June 29 and 30 at the Rai Umanath Bali Auditorium in Kaisarbagh. The two-day event is being organized by Yayavar Rangmandal with support from the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Announcing the programme, Yayavar Rangmandal Director Puneet Mittal said the festival has become one of the longest-running initiatives in the region devoted entirely to nurturing young talent through theatre, music and performance arts. The opening evening…

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‘Shapath’: Theatre Production Highlights Ethical Policing and Constitutional Values

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A compelling theatrical presentation titled “Shapath” (The Oath) captivated audiences with its powerful message on integrity, accountability and the responsibilities of law enforcement personnel. Through an engaging blend of drama and social commentary, the play emphasized the importance of upholding constitutional values and remaining committed to justice. The story revolves around Inspector Vikram and his team, who attempt to portray a petty thief as a hardened criminal. In an effort to justify a stronger case, the officers devise various strategies and begin implementing them. However, as circumstances unfold, they…

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‘Tragedy’ Brings a Son’s Journey Through Loss, Love and Remembrance to the Stage

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A poignant theatrical presentation exploring grief, memory and the enduring bond between a mother and her son captivated audiences at the International Buddhist Research Institute in Lucknow on the opening day of a cultural programme organized by Shraddha Manav Seva Kalyan Samiti. The performance of “Tragedy”, a widely acclaimed play written by noted playwright Manav Kaul, was staged under the skilled direction of veteran theatre artist and Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee Achala Bose. The event was supported by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, as part…

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Performing Arts Foster Both Intellectual Growth and Humanity Among Youth: Aparna Yadav

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Emphasizing the transformative power of the arts, Uttar Pradesh State Commission for Women Vice-Chairperson Aparna Yadav said that young people who actively engage in music, theatre and other creative disciplines not only experience enhanced intellectual development but also cultivate greater sensitivity, empathy and humanity. She was speaking as the chief guest at the concluding presentation of the Summer Theatre Training Workshop organized by the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi (UPSNA) at the Sant Gadge Ji Maharaj Auditorium in Lucknow. The event featured a powerful staging of the play “Boond…

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