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Dhrupad Workshop’s Second Day Concludes in an Inspiring and Scholarly Atmosphere

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The second day of the ongoing Dhrupad workshop at Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya concluded in a highly inspiring and intellectually enriching environment. The workshop, dedicated to the profound tradition of Dhrupad, continued to witness enthusiastic participation from faculty members, research scholars, and students of the university. The session commenced in the august presence of Head of the Vocal Department Prof. Srishti Mathur and Head of the Percussion Department Dr. Manoj Kumar Mishra, along with faculty members, scholars, and students of the Vocal Department. Their collective presence added academic depth and…

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Techfest 5.0 Concludes with Innovation, Talent, and Grand Celebrations

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Techfest 5.0, the annual inter-collegiate technical festival of the Department of Computer Science, National Post Graduate College, Hazratganj, concluded successfully on Saturday, marking the end of three days filled with innovation, creativity, and enthusiastic student participation. The final day of the techfest focused on the Code-a-thon presentations, where participants showcased their projects, developed during the intensive eight-hour coding challenge conducted on Day 2. Teams presented their solutions before the evaluation panel, highlighting problem-solving approaches, technical implementation, and practical applications. Techfest 5.0 began on Day 1 with an energetic inauguration…

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Workshop on Laparoscopic Suturing Concludes at Vivekananda Polyclinic

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A one-day hands-on workshop on Basic Skills and Laparoscopic Suturing (Endosuturing) was successfully conducted at Vivekananda Polyclinic and Institute of Medical Sciences. The programme was organized by Dr. Mona Mishra from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The workshop began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony in the presence of Secretary Swami Muktinathanand, Medical Superintendent Dr. B.K. Singh, Dr. Mona Mishra, Dr. Kanupriya Jindal and other senior consultants. A large number of doctors, DNB students and nursing staff participated enthusiastically. Participants received practical training on laparoscopic trainers, focusing on both…

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India Must Improve Against Finger Spinners Ahead of Super 8: Ryan ten Doeschate

Arijit Bose

New Delhi,: Despite advancing unbeaten to the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, defending champions India have identified a key area of concern — tackling finger spin on challenging surfaces. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted after India’s 17-run victory over the Netherlands in Ahmedabad that the team needs a clearer strategy to counter finger spinners in the upcoming Super 8 fixtures. “We will have to focus on tackling finger spinners in the next three Super 8 matches,” ten Doeschate said. “I wouldn’t say our batters…

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Across India’s rural heartland, influencer didis are taking the reins of social progress

Arijit Bose

Their success stories are inspiring entire communities to transcend economic and gender barriers New Delhi: Deep-seated systemic issues such as rural inequality, poverty, and exclusion continue to shape the realities of rural India. Persistent challenges – agrarian distress, employment insecurity, generational poverty, and the discrimination faced by women, girls, and other vulnerable groups – reinforce the sharp rural-urban divide and limit access to education, fair wages, healthcare, and digital resources. Yet, amid these complex and ever-evolving conditions, stories of resurgence offer hope. They demonstrate that multidimensional poverty and entrenched gender…

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Chief Minister assured investors of full support from the Uttar Pradesh government at every level

Arijit Bose

Singapore/Lucknow: On the very first day of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s Singapore visit, the Government of Uttar Pradesh achieved a major success. Universal Success Group has signed three important Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for a total investment of ₹6,650 crore in the state. These investments will be made in strategic sectors such as group housing, logistics, and hyperscale data centers. These 3 projects will also generate employment for more than 20,000 people. The Chief Minister apprised investors of Uttar Pradesh’s policy stability, enhanced connectivity, and rapidly developing industrial infrastructure. The…

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Guwahati Terminal Expansion Boosts Assam’s Connectivity; Annual Capacity Rises to 13 Million

Arijit Bose

Guwahati: The new terminal at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LGBIA) commenced commercial operations this evening, raising the airport’s annual passenger handling capacity to 13 million. The expansion significantly strengthens Guwahati’s position as the strategic aviation gateway to India’s Northeast and a key link to South and Southeast Asia. The terminal was inaugurated on December 20, 2025, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The operational launch ceremony was attended by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Jeet Adani, Director of Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), India’s largest private airport operator.…

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RMLIMS Director Honoured with Prestigious National Award at NCICON-2026, Dehradun

Arijit Bose

Dehradun: It is a matter of immense pride for Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS), Lucknow, that its Director, Prof. (Dr.) C. M. Singh, has been honoured with the prestigious Prof. Kamlakar Tripathi Excellence Award in Public Health and Community Medicine at the 2nd National Congress on Nutrition and Public Health (NCICON-2026) held at Government Doon Medical College, Dehradun. The award was formally conferred during the national congress in recognition of his outstanding contributions, visionary leadership, and sustained work in the field of public health and community…

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Public Awareness Crucial to Combat Impending Water Crisis: Rajiv Kumar

Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW – In a move to address the escalating concerns over global water scarcity, Rajiv Kumar, Chief Engineer of the Central Water Commission (CWC), emphasized that turning water conservation into a mass movement is the need of the hour. His remarks came during an exclusive conversation with RJ Abhishek Sharma, broadcast via Radio KGMU Goonj, the community radio station of King George’s Medical University. A Call for Individual Responsibility Speaking on the potential for a severe future water crisis, Mr. Kumar appealed to the public to practice “water wisdom” in…

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KGMU’s HRF Expansion: 3 New Outlets Launched Under Vice Chancellor’s Visionary Leadership

Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW – In a significant move toward making healthcare more affordable and accessible, King George’s Medical University (KGMU) has launched three new Hospital Revolving Fund (HRF) medicine outlets. Spearheaded by the visionary leadership of the Honorable Vice Chancellor, this expansion brings the total number of operational centers to 25, reinforcing KGMU’s commitment to providing high-quality medicines at minimal rates. The successful rollout of these facilities was executed under the guidance of Chairman Prof. Kumar Shantanu, coordinated by Faculty In-charge Prof. Balendra, and supported by the administrative and financial strategies of…

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