Author: Arijit Bose

US Shift on Kashmir Signals Changing Diplomatic Dynamics, India Gains Ground as Pakistan Raises Objection

Arijit Bose

NEW DELHI: A recent statement by US Ambassador Sergio Gor in Srinagar describing Jammu and Kashmir as an “important part of India” has triggered a sharp reaction from Pakistan and drawn attention to the changing diplomatic dynamics surrounding the Kashmir issue. Gor made the remarks during his August 19 visit to Srinagar, where he also pointed to improvements in the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir and indicated that Washington could reconsider its travel advisory for the region. Pakistan responded by summoning the US envoy and formally objecting to the…

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DCP South Inspects Bijnor Police Station, Inaugurates Mission Shakti Centre

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) Mohammad Mushtaq inspected Bijnor Police Station on Monday and reviewed arrangements related to crime control, law and order, cleanliness and police station management. During the visit, he also inaugurated the newly constructed Mission Shakti Centre on the police station premises. The DCP reached the police station at around 3:15 pm and inspected official records, the malkhana, cleanliness arrangements and other facilities. He directed officers and personnel to improve the overall functioning of the police station and adopt effective policing measures to strengthen crime prevention…

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Turkish Media Draws India Into Israel-Greece Rivalry Amid Rising West Asia Tensions

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: As strategic tensions between Turkey and Israel intensify over developments in Syria and the wider West Asian region, sections of the Turkish media have sought to portray India as part of a broader strategic alignment involving Israel, Greece, Cyprus and the United Arab Emirates. However, such narratives appear to stretch India’s independent foreign-policy choices into a geopolitical equation in which New Delhi has no direct stake. Recent Turkish media coverage has featured Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi alongside Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Israeli officials, suggesting that…

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Raksha Bandhan Relief for Women: Free Bus Travel in Uttar Pradesh from August 27 to 29

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Women travelling across Uttar Pradesh for Raksha Bandhan will be able to ride state roadways buses free of charge for an extended period, with the state government announcing additional transport and safety measures to ensure hassle-free festive travel. On the directions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, women and one accompanying passenger will be allowed free travel on Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses from 6 am on August 27 until midnight on August 29. The decision is aimed at helping mothers, daughters and sisters travel safely to…

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Ahead of Raksha Bandhan, CM Yogi Announces Four Major Benefits for 3.54 Lakh School Cooks

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Ahead of Raksha Bandhan, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced four major benefits for nearly 3.54 lakh school cooks, around 93 per cent of whom are women. Addressing a felicitation ceremony at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Lucknow, the Chief Minister said the measures were aimed at strengthening the financial and social security of cooks working under the PM POSHAN scheme. The monthly honorarium of school cooks has been increased from ₹2,000 to ₹3,000, while the amount provided for clothing has been doubled from ₹500 to ₹1,000 annually. The…

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Dairy Power Drives Rural Prosperity in Uttar Pradesh

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Women-led dairy enterprises are emerging as a significant force in Uttar Pradesh’s rural economy, with five milk producer companies associated with the Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission recording a combined turnover of ₹5,716.26 crore since 2019. More than 3.88 lakh women are currently associated with these companies, while their dairy network has expanded across 31 districts and 6,603 villages. Together, the companies collect nearly 12.5 lakh litres of milk every day, creating a structured ecosystem that connects women not just with milk production, but also with collection, processing,…

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Vidhatri Bandi: “I Don’t Want to Limit Myself as an Actor”

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Actor Vidhatri Bandi is steadily carving her own space in Indian cinema with performances that reflect both versatility and emotional depth. From Shiddat and Jalsa to The Diplomat and her latest film Max, Min & Meowzaki, Bandi has embraced characters that have challenged her as a performer while allowing her to grow with every project. Her latest film, directed by Padmakumar Narasimhamurthy, connected with her on a deeply personal level, particularly through its exploration of relationships, grief, acceptance and the ways people often take loved ones for granted. In…

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Kajri, Swings and Monsoon Melodies Bring Sawan Alive at Udaan Sawan Utsav 2026

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The magic of Sawan came alive in Lucknow as women dressed in vibrant shades of green, adorned with mehendi, alta and fragrant gajras, danced to the soulful rhythms of traditional Kajri and Sawan songs at Udaan Sawan Utsav 2026. Organised by social and cultural organisation Udaan at Hotel The Golden Apple in Mahanagar on Sunday evening, the festive celebration recreated the timeless charm of the monsoon season through music, dance and the colourful traditions associated with Sawan. The atmosphere was reminiscent of a traditional monsoon celebration, with the imagery…

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Bhatkhande Sanskriti University Hosts Special Lecture on Indian Art and Culture

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Bhatkhande Sanskriti University, Lucknow, hosted an insightful special lecture on “Indian Art and Culture” at the Rai Umanath Bali Auditorium, bringing students and research scholars closer to the depth, diversity and enduring relevance of India’s artistic and cultural traditions. The lecture was delivered by Dr. Kiran Seth, Chairman of SPIC MACAY, who engaged the audience with reflections on Indian classical music, cultural traditions and the values embedded in the country’s artistic heritage. The programme began with a warm welcome to Dr. Seth by Prof. Mandvi Singh, Vice Chancellor of…

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Young Orators, Big Ideas: Inter-Martiniere Debate Explores Life Beyond the Screen

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Ideas clashed, arguments sharpened and young voices took centre stage as the 79th Inter-Martiniere Debate unfolded at La Martiniere Girls’ College, Lucknow. Bringing together spirited debaters from La Martiniere Girls’ College, Lucknow, and La Martinière for Girls, Kolkata, the event transformed the auditorium into a lively arena of wit, reason and eloquence. At the heart of the debate was a question that sits firmly at the crossroads of technology and human relationships: “Social Media Has Replaced Genuine Human Connections.” The motion invited participants to look beyond the convenience of…

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