Author: Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Leading Indian footwear manufacturer Liberty Shoes Limited has strengthened its retail presence with the grand opening of its 427th exclusive outlet, the Liberty Mega Exclusive Showroom, in Hazratganj, Lucknow. The launch marks a significant step in the company’s expansion strategy aimed at establishing large-format stores across major Indian cities. The new showroom is designed to offer customers a comprehensive shopping experience, featuring Liberty’s entire portfolio of leading brands and the latest footwear collections under one roof. Speaking at the inauguration, Raman Bansal, Chief Operating Officer of Liberty Group, described…

Lucknow: Marking World Blood Donor Day, a blood donation camp was organized at Apollo Medics Hospital in Lucknow, drawing enthusiastic participation from doctors, hospital staff, and volunteers. More than 50 units of blood were collected during the camp, strengthening the hospital’s blood reserves for patients in need. The initiative was aimed at raising awareness about the importance of blood donation and encouraging more people to become voluntary blood donors. Hospital officials emphasized that an adequate supply of blood is essential for healthcare institutions, as a single unit of donated blood…

Lucknow: A public interest litigation (PIL) seeking official recognition of an alleged living bloodline tracing its ancestry to Lord Ram has drawn attention after supporters claimed it has received backing from political leaders in Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Maharashtra. According to the petition’s proponents, Ajay Harinath Singh has been identified as the sole living descendant of Lav, the son of Lord Ram, based on genealogical records and religious endorsements. The claim has been strongly supported by renowned Hindu spiritual leader Jagadguru Rambhadracharya, who has publicly endorsed Singh’s lineage. Supporters of…

Ghaziabad: The sacred Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 officially commenced on Monday as the first batch of pilgrims departed from the Kailash Mansarovar Bhavan in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, amid an atmosphere of devotion, spirituality, and enthusiasm. The inaugural group was flagged off by Uttar Pradesh Minister Sunil Sharma. Out of 50 registered pilgrims, 47 were declared medically fit following comprehensive health examinations and were granted permission to undertake the revered pilgrimage. Accompanied by Liaison Officers (LOs), personnel of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police, and medical teams, the pilgrims left in special buses for…

Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will chair a high-level review meeting on law and order in Uttar Pradesh tonight at 9 PM from the Chief Minister’s residence in Lucknow. The meeting will be conducted through video conferencing and will bring together senior administrative and police officials from across the state. The review comes at a crucial time as the state administration gears up for several important events, including International Yoga Day, Muharram, and the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). The Chief Minister is expected to assess security arrangements, crowd…