Day: August 16, 2026

IRREGULARITIES ALLEGED IN U.P. T-20 SELECTION PROCESS

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: It has always been a matter of deep regret to see deserving players deliberately and unfairly shown the door by selectors. Once again, this pattern appears to have repeated itself in the run-up to the T-20 tournament. During the auction held to shortlist players for bidding, none of the Under-19 or Under-16 players were included in the list—an omission that smacks of a deliberate conspiracy and demands a thorough, impartial investigation at the highest level. Several players who delivered outstanding performances in both age-group categories last season, and who…

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INDIA STARTED ON A SOLID NOTE

Arijit Bose

Retired Ranji Veteran Ashok Bambi Colombo: Sri Lanka’s hopes of winning a Test match against India for the first time in a decade were dashed on the very first day of the opening Test at Galle. They will now be fighting simply to save the match on a pitch that promises plenty for the spinners. Sri Lanka had wanted to bat first and put up a big total to pressure India, but the toss didn’t go their way. India’s openers made a solid start, with Jaiswal looking the more aggressive…

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Toronto’s Indian Diaspora Marks India’s 79th Independence Day with Flag-Hoisting and Cultural Celebrations

Arijit Bose

Toronto — The Consulate General of India in Toronto marked India’s 79th Independence Day with patriotic fervour, as members of the Indian diaspora and friends of India gathered in large numbers at the consulate premises for a morning of ceremony and celebration. Consul General Mahaveer Singhvi unfurled the national tricolour, marking the occasion with pride and solemnity. The flag-hoisting was followed by the singing of the national anthem and a vibrant cultural programme featuring colourful performances and stirring renditions of patriotic songs. Addressing the gathering, the Consul General conveyed his…

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The Multi-Hyphenate Playbook: How Pradeep Srivastava Is Building Careers in Both Global Tech and Indian Cinema

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — In today’s fast-paced digital and creative economy, individual journeys are increasingly reshaping traditional industry boundaries. Pradeep Srivastava is a striking case study: a modern multi-hyphenate entrepreneur who has built a genuine presence in two worlds that rarely intersect — global technology infrastructure and mainstream Indian cinema. Built on Infrastructure Srivastava’s professional roots run deep in tech. As founder of the international IT consulting firm Net2Net Technologies, he leads operations spanning advanced web architecture, cloud systems, and digital infrastructure across the United States and the United Kingdom. Among the…

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Women Enthral Audience with Graceful Dance Performances on Sawan Songs

Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW: Amid the rhythmic beats of the dholak and a gentle drizzle, women dressed in vibrant green attire, celebrating the spirit of Sawan, presented a soulful dance on the traditional Kajri song “Rimjhim Barsela Sawan Ke Badariya,” filling the atmosphere with an enchanting sense of greenery all around. The occasion was a Hariyali Teej programme organised this evening by Vaishnavi Nritya evam Sangeet Sansthan at C Block-3381, Rajajipuram, Lucknow. Coordinated by Neha Verma, the event saw Shraddha Srivastava, Vaishnavi Verma, Priyanka Saxena, Vartika Singh, Roli, and Pari Verma perform on…

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“Ek Sham Watan Ke Naam” — An Evening Dedicated to the Nation

Arijit Bose

Patriotic Cultural Evening Organised on the Eve of Independence Day by Ekagrata International Foundation & Creative Vision LUCKNOW. On the eve of Independence Day, the Motimahal Lawns came alive with patriotic fervour as Ekagrata International Foundation and Creative Vision jointly organised a grand cultural evening titled “Ek Sham Watan Ke Naam.” The programme was presided over by  Murlidhar Ahuja, President of the Jashn-e-Azadi Trust. The evening was graced by Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister  Brajesh Pathak as Chief Guest, while  Aparna Yadav, Vice Chairperson of the UP State Women’s Commission,…

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GD Goenka Public School Marks India’s 80th Independence Day with Grandeur

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: GD Goenka Public School, Lucknow, celebrated the 80th Independence Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour on 15 August 2026. The ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Colonel Dr. Indramani Pandey, along with special guests School Chairman Dr. Sarvesh Goel, Director  Lalita Goel, and  Shaily Dawra, Headmistress of the Mahanagar branch. The programme opened with the flag hoisting ceremony, followed by a spirited March Past that showcased the students’ discipline, confidence, and dedication. Officiating Principal  Sonia Mathai then welcomed the gathering, setting a warm and dignified tone for the…

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Navyug Public School Celebrates Independence Day with Patriotic Fervour and Cultural Colour

Arijit Bose

Alambagh, Lucknow : Navyug Public School, Alambagh, marked India’s 80th Independence Day with a vibrant celebration that combined patriotic tradition with cultural showcase, drawing enthusiastic participation from students, staff and invited guests. The programme began with the customary Flag Hoisting Ceremony on the school campus. As the National Anthem played and the Tricolour was unfurled, students and teachers stood together in a moment marked by visible pride and unity. The event was attended by Dr. Vaibhav Khanna, Director of Health City Hospital, who was present as the guest of honour.…

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Grand Performance by ITBP Eastern Frontier Pipe Band at Phoenix Palassio on Independence Day

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: On the occasion of Independence Day, a special patriotic program was organized at Phoenix Palassio Mall under the joint aegis of Phoenix Palassio and Ekagrata International Foundation. The ITBP Eastern Frontier Pipe Band filled the audience with patriotic fervor through their magnificent musical performance. The ITBP Eastern Frontier Pipe Band gave a special performance featuring popular patriotic tunes such as “Aye Mere Pyare Watan,” “Maa Tujhe Salaam,” “Sandese Aate Hai,” “Yeh Jo Des Hai Tera,” and “Vande Mataram.” The band’s captivating performance spellbound the audience, who cheered and applauded…

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Viram Khand-5 Jan Kalyan Samiti Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Great Enthusiasm at Vasant Park

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: On the auspicious occasion of Independence Day, the Viram Khand-5 Jan Kalyan Samiti celebrated the 80th Independence Day at Vasant Park with great enthusiasm, dignity, and patriotic fervour. The programme commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag by the Committee President, Dr. Bharat Raj Singh. All members and residents present saluted the National Flag while singing the National Anthem. On the occasion, Committee President Dr. Bharat Raj Singh paid heartfelt tributes to the brave freedom fighters and immortal martyrs of the nation. He said that Independence Day is…

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