Day: July 19, 2026

Shehnaaz Gill Casts a Spell with Her Voice in Ishqnama’s “Narak”

Arijit Bose

Shehnaaz Becomes Naseema Before Ishqnama’s Release  A Melodious Gift from Shehnaaz Gill Ahead of Ishqnama  Mumbai (Anil Bedag): Ahead of the release of her upcoming film Ishqnama, Shehnaaz Gill has surprised her fans with a heartfelt musical treat. The actress has unveiled her own rendition of the film’s much-loved song Narak, bringing a fresh emotional depth to the soulful track with her soothing voice. Unlike the original version sung by B Praak and Jyotica Tangri, Shehnaaz’s rendition is soft, intimate, and deeply moving, perfectly reflecting the emotions of her character,…

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PM Modi’s Inauguration of 75 Redeveloped Railway Stations Marks Historic Transformation of India’s Rail Network: Keshav Prasad Maurya

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s inauguration of 75 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme and the launch of the Amritsar–Varanasi Express, describing the initiatives as a historic milestone in the modernization of India’s railway infrastructure and passenger services. In a statement issued on Friday, Maurya said the projects reflect the Prime Minister’s vision of creating a modern, safe, efficient and passenger-centric railway system that strengthens connectivity while enhancing the overall travel experience across the country. He said…

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Uttar Pradesh Government Prioritises Food Processing Skill Development to Promote Self-Reliance Among Youth and Farmers: Keshav Prasad Maurya

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has directed senior officials of the Food Processing Department to intensify efforts to train young people and farmers in modern food processing technologies, with the aim of promoting self-employment, entrepreneurship and rural economic growth across the state. Emphasising the sector’s potential to generate employment and enhance farmers’ incomes, Maurya said food processing is a key driver of value addition in agriculture and an important pillar of Uttar Pradesh’s economic development. He instructed officials to ensure that all training programmes are conducted…

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Sustainable Cities Challenge to Shape the Future of Urban Management in Varanasi: A.K. Sharma

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A major initiative aimed at developing sustainable mobility and advanced crowd management solutions while preserving Varanasi’s historic character was launched through the Sustainable Cities Challenge programme held at Hotel Clarks. Uttar Pradesh Urban Development and Energy Minister A.K. Sharma attended the event as the chief guest and underscored the need to balance heritage conservation with modern urban infrastructure. Addressing policymakers, administrators and urban planning experts, Sharma said Varanasi is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, renowned for its unparalleled cultural, spiritual and historical significance. He stressed that…

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UP Minister A.K. Sharma Launches 76-Day Ward Outreach Campaign in Varanasi, Drive to Continue Till October 2

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh’s Urban Development and Energy Minister A.K. Sharma on Sunday launched a 76-day Ward Outreach Campaign from Surajkund in Varanasi’s City South Assembly constituency. The campaign, which will continue until October 2, aims to strengthen public engagement through door-to-door outreach, promote cleanliness, address civic grievances, and ensure the effective implementation of government welfare schemes. Launching the initiative, Sharma said the campaign would carry Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to every household by fostering direct interaction between public representatives and citizens. He said the programme would focus on resolving…

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Lucknow Connection Worldwide Felicitates Padma Shri Dr Anil Rastogi at Grand 3-in-1 Mega Event

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow Connection Worldwide (LCWW) organized its vibrant 3-in-1 Mega Event, “I’m the BEST,” on Sunday, bringing together a public felicitation ceremony, a singing competition, and a collective celebration of members’ birthdays and wedding anniversaries in a warm, family-oriented atmosphere. The event’s centerpiece was the public felicitation of Padma Shri Dr Anil Rastogi, recognising his outstanding contributions to science, theatre, and acting. The programme also featured Episode 2 (Preliminary Round) of “I’m the BEST” Singing Contest Season 5 and a festive celebration honouring LCWW members marking birthdays and wedding anniversaries.…

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Armed Robbers Loot Jewellery Worth ₹60 Lakh from Trader in Sonbhadra; Businessman Injured During Attack

Arijit Bose

Sonbhadra: In a major robbery incident in Uttar Pradesh’s Sonbhadra district, armed miscreants allegedly looted gold, silver ornaments and cash worth nearly ₹60 lakh from a jewellery trader in the Babhani police station area on Saturday evening. The robbers reportedly opened fire in the air and attacked the trader with a knife when he resisted, leaving him injured. According to police officials, the victim, Kuldhir Kumar Seth, a resident of Chapki village and a jewellery trader, was returning from Chhattisgarh with a stock of ornaments late in the evening. He…

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Sai Handa Bangles Opens New Showroom in Lucknow’s Alambagh; Actress Bhagyashree Inaugurates Store

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Sai Handa Bangles, a well-known name in one-gram gold jewellery, has expanded its presence in Uttar Pradesh with the inauguration of a new showroom in Ram Nagar, Alambagh. The showroom was formally inaugurated by Bollywood actor Bhagyashree in the presence of company officials and guests. During the inauguration, Bhagyashree appreciated the showroom’s extensive collection of one-gram gold jewellery and bangles, praising the craftsmanship, premium finish and elegant designs. She noted that the wide variety of traditional and contemporary jewellery makes it easy for women to find pieces that suit…

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Dia Mirza Continues as UN SDG Advocate for Seventh Year as Spain’s Prime Minister Joins Global Leadership

Arijit Bose

With less than five years remaining to achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, actor and UNEP Goodwill Ambassador Dia Mirza continues among a select group of global leaders advancing the United Nations’ sustainability agenda. Mumbai: Actor and environmental advocate Dia Mirza will continue serving as a United Nations Secretary-General’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Advocate, reaffirming her long-standing commitment to global sustainability as UN Secretary-General António Guterres unveiled a refreshed leadership team to accelerate progress towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The announcement comes at a critical juncture, with fewer…

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Tushar Hiranandani, Nidhi Parmar celebrate Srikanth’s National Award win – ‘This honour belongs to everyone who refuses to accept limitations’

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Director Tushar Hiranandani and producer Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani are celebrating a proud milestone after Srikanth was named Best Hindi Feature Film at the 72nd National Film Awards, adding the country’s highest film honour to the Rajkummar Rao-led biographical drama on industrialist Srikanth Bolla. The film, which released in 2024, had earned widespread critical acclaim for its restrained storytelling and Rajkummar Rao’s performance, going on to win several awards over the past year. For Hiranandani, whose directorial credits include Saand Ki Aankh, Scam 2003 and Srikanth, the recognition is incredibly…

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