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Infiniti Connects Hosts Business Impact Awards 2025 at Mercure Hotel, Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – Infiniti Connects, a prominent organization dedicated to fostering business excellence and community development, successfully hosted the Business Impact Awards 2025 at the prestigious Mercure Hotel in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. The grand ceremony, held on the evening of September 1, 2025, celebrated the outstanding contributions of business leaders and community influencers who have made significant impacts in their respective fields.The event, marked by elegance and inspiration, brought together a distinguished gathering of professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders.    Attendees were treated to an evening of recognition, networking, and celebration, set…

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Shrimati Ravi Sewa Kendra Distributes Water and Biscuits at KGMU Trauma Centre

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a gesture of compassion and service, Shrimati Ravi Sewa Kendra distributed chilled water bottles and biscuits to patients and their attendants at the King George’s Medical University (KGMU) Trauma Centre on Sunday, praying for the speedy recovery of the ailing. A large number of attendants expressed gratitude to the organisation for offering free cold water and refreshments, especially valuable relief in the scorching summer heat. According to the centre’s convenor, Amit Kumar, this initiative is carried out every Sunday at the Trauma Centre, where water and food items…

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22nd National Book Fair in Lucknow to Celebrate ‘Vision 2047: Viksit Bharat, Viksit Pradesh’

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The 22nd National Book Fair is set to open on September 4, 2025, at Balrampur Garden, Ashok Marg, Lucknow, and will run until September 14, 2025. The 11-day literary and cultural festival will be inaugurated by  Anandiben Patel, Governor of Uttar Pradesh, at 5:00 PM on the opening day. This year, the fair is dedicated to the inspiring theme ‘Vision 2047: Viksit Bharat, Viksit Pradesh’, aligning with the nation’s roadmap towards a developed India by 2047. The organizers said the theme serves as a motivational call for youth to…

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Zareen Khan Lights Up ‘Starlight Soirée’ at Mashup Sports Bar & Night Club

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The ‘Starlight Soirée’ held at Mashup Sports Bar & Night Club in Summit Building, Vibhuti Khand, turned into a dazzling evening of glamour, music, and celebration. The highlight of the event was the special live appearance of Bollywood actress Zareen Khan, which made Sunday night truly unforgettable for attendees. A large crowd thronged the venue, soaking in an atmosphere filled with music, dance, and entertainment that carried on late into the night. The event set a vibrant tone, reflecting the evolving nightlife culture of the city. Speaking on the…

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Isabella Thoburn College Celebrates Founder’s Day, Honors Distinguished Alumni

Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW – Isabella Thoburn College commemorated its Founder’s Day, honoring the vision and legacy of its founder, Isabella Thoburn. The ceremony, held under the patronage of College President Dr. E. S. Charles, paid tribute to  Thoburn and celebrated the institution’s rich history. The day’s events began with a solemn tribute at the Nishatganj Cemetery, where floral tributes were offered to the founder and other departed souls. Later, in the college auditorium, the college choir performed Thoburn’s beloved hymn, “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing.” The ceremony also featured a play…

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Lucknow @ 250 – From Horse Hooves to Metro Moves: Lucknow’s Commuting Evolution

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: On a summer morning in Lucknow, the soundscape tells the story of a city forever in motion. The faint clip-clop of a lone tonga in the Old City echoes memories of an era when travel was leisure, when Nawabs rode through narrow lanes under canopies of grandeur. Yet, just a few kilometers away, sleek metro trains now glide past bustling stations, carrying thousands in minutes—efficiency where once there was elegance. This coexistence of the old and the new, of jingling bells and digital smart cards, perfectly captures the soul…

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Sarvesh Goel: Redefining Legacy, Building Tomorrow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In the heart of Lucknow, a city steeped in cultural heritage yet alive with progressive spirit, Sarvesh Goel has carved a unique place for himself as one of India’s most dynamic modern entrepreneurs. As Chairman of the Mansingh Goel Group, a conglomerate with a proud legacy dating back to 1921, he has redefined what it means to be a leader in today’s world—one who combines business acumen with empathy, and vision with responsibility. From education to hospitality, wellness to cinema, Sarvesh’s ventures—GD Goenka Public School, The Centrum, Lucknow Run,…

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From Chowk to Mall Hopping: 250 Years of Lucknow’s Street Shopping Evolution

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is often described as the “City of Nawabs.” A city where tehzeeb (etiquette), heritage, and handicrafts walk hand in hand with shopping malls, multiplexes, and IT hubs. For more than two centuries, its bustling markets have mirrored the city’s evolution—from the Nawabi grandeur of handcrafted bazaars to the polished glass-fronts of modern business districts. What makes Lucknow’s shopping culture so fascinating is that it isn’t just about commerce—it’s about identity, memory, and community. From the narrow alleys of Chowk, alive with the fragrance…

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Animals, Evolution, and the Divine: Dashavatara as a Cosmic Mirror

Arijit Bose

Manoj Singh, ex ACS, Govt of UP Lucknow: Across cultures, the imagination of God has always been shaped by human experience. But what if animals were to imagine God? A dog, a fish, an elephant, or a lion would see divinity in ways that reflect their own instincts, ecological realities, and evolutionary needs. Interestingly, Hinduism’s Dashavatara (ten incarnations of Vishnu) presents a striking parallel to the evolution of life on Earth as revealed by geology. Together, they offer a profound dialogue between nature, myth, and spirituality. 1. How Animals Might…

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UP Sangeet Natak Akademi and Kathak Kendra Organize Two-Day Kathak Festival “Naman – Parampara Kathak Ki” in Memory of Pandit Lachhu Maharaj

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – The Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi, in collaboration with Kathak Kendra, Lucknow, organized a two-day traditional Kathak dance program “Naman – Parampara Kathak Ki” in memory of the legendary Kathak exponent Pandit Lachhu Maharaj of the Lucknow gharana. The inaugural day witnessed mesmerizing performances by renowned Kathak artists from across the country. The program began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by Prof. Dr. Mandavi Singh (Vice-Chancellor, Bhatkhande Sanskriti University), Prof. Jayant Khot (Chairman, UP Sangeet Natak Akademi), Mrs. Vibha Singh (Vice-Chairperson), Prof. Sahitya Kumar Nahar (Former Vice-Chancellor,…

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