Category: Featured News

Stories, Shayari and Sur: Day 7 of 4th Gomti Book Festival Charms Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Gomti Book Festival has truly become a literary and cultural landmark in Lucknow, with University of Lucknow’s sprawling grounds buzzing with readers, authors, artists, and families from across Uttar Pradesh. With lakhs of visitors at the venue, over 200 stalls featuring India’s leading publishers, and a dynamic line-up of literary sessions, cultural performances and children’s activities, the festival has transformed the city into a celebration of words, ideas and imagination. From morning till evening, the University of Lucknow campus resonates with the energy of book launches, storytelling sessions,…

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Immense Employment Opportunities in Button Mushroom Cultivation: Prof. Amritesh Chandra Shukla

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Karina Afzal, a research scholar in the Department of Botany, University of Lucknow, successfully completed the viva-voce examination of her Ph.D. thesis titled “Diseases and Competitor Molds of Button Mushroom and Their Biological Management” under the supervision of Prof. Amritesh Chandra Shukla. In her research work, Karina identified the diseases and competitor molds affecting button mushroom cultivation and suggested biological management measures for them. The external examiner, Prof. Rakesh Kumar Pandey, a distinguished scientist from CIMAP, not only appreciated the research but also encouraged its extension to rural women…

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From Campus to Cloud: LU Student Launches Alumconn, a Free Student SaaS Platform

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – Ghanshyam, a 3rd-year B.Tech CSE student from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Technology, University of Lucknow, has developed Alumconn (alumconn.in), a free SaaS platform that is being hailed as a game-changer in the student community ecosystem. At a time when most start-ups wait for funding and grants, Ghanshyam has demonstrated that strong ideas, determination, and smart execution can build a platform without financial backing. The idea of Alumconn was born in his first year of college when Ghanshyam observed a wide gap…

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Professors Amarika Singh and Ratanlal Godara Moot Organization of Retired Academics

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Renowned educationist and former Vice-Chancellor Professor Amarika Singh recently paid a courtesy visit to senior academic and former Vice-Chancellor Professor Ratanlal Godara. During their meeting, the two veteran scholars deliberated on forming an organization of retired professors and vice-chancellors with the aim of linking education more closely with employment and positioning India as a global leader in knowledge and innovation. The discussion highlighted the growing importance of skill-based education, with both scholars emphasizing that nations with skilled citizens are advancing rapidly in today’s world. They noted that India’s National…

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Kajal Aggarwal Inaugurates Hair Masters’ New Luxury Salon in Ashiyana, Deepening the Brand’s Lucknow Footprint

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow’s luxury and glamour quotient was elevated today as renowned Indian actress Kajal Aggarwal inaugurated the new Hair Masters Luxury Salon in the city’s Ashiyana area. The event marks the celebrated brand’s further expansion within Lucknow, reinforcing its commitment to the city. Hair Masters, which began its journey in 2014 from a small basement in Delhi, has grown into a ₹150-crore brand. With this latest salon in Lucknow, the brand aims to further redefine beauty and grooming standards, making luxury services more accessible to the residents of the city.…

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Prince Andrew and Elon Musk Named in Newly Released Epstein Documents Submitted to US House Subcommittee

Arijit Bose

Washington D.C. – Newly released documents related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein identify Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and billionaire Elon Musk, according to reports by the BBC. The documents were submitted to the House Oversight Committee as part of ongoing investigations into Epstein’s network. Elon Musk has denied any wrongdoing, posting on X that the claims are “false.” The records indicate that Musk was invited to visit Epstein’s private island in December 2014, though Musk has previously stated that he declined the invitation. He acknowledged visiting Epstein’s…

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Historic Launch at UP International Trade Show 2025: India’s First Health & Wealth ATM – iQTM Unveiled under CM Yuva Yojana

Arijit Bose

Greater Noida – In a landmark step towards Digital India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the iQTM (Intelligent Quick Tailor Machine) was officially launched  at the UP International Trade Show 2025. The event was graced by the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister  Yogi Adityanath. Developed by Divine Karye.com of Vadodara, Gujarat, iQTM is set to revolutionize banking and financial accessibility for every citizen. Both leaders praised the innovation as a major boost to entrepreneurship and youth empowerment. iQTM has been recognized as an outstanding initiative aimed…

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“GST Savings Festival: Strike on Inflation, Boost for Growth,” Says Dr. Anita Tyagi

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Dr. Anita Tyagi, Head of the Humanities Department and Coordinator of the Multilingual Excellence Centre at Rohilkhand University, praised the recent GST reforms announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling them a long-awaited measure that will benefit consumers, promote domestic industries, and simplify taxation. In an exclusive interview with *The Lucknow Tribune*, Dr. Tyagi highlighted that lower GST rates on essential items such as medicines, food, and educational materials will ease household budgets and curb inflation. Middle- and low-income families will gain “double benefits” from GST cuts combined with…

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India’s Original Homegrown Burger King

Arijit Bose

Bengaluru: Biraja Prasad Rout, an electrical engineering graduate from Odisha, never imagined that a burger would change the course of his life. Growing up in a small town, he had never encountered one until the age of 21. That first bite, in Bengaluru, was enough to spark an enduring fascination. By 2006, while working at HCL, Rout noticed a glaring gap in India’s foodscape: there were no homegrown quick-service restaurants offering authentic grilled burgers. The market was dominated by global giants like McDonald’s and Burger King, leaving little room for…

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Mission Shakti 5: Over 18,000 Women Police Officers Lead Bike Rally Across Uttar Pradesh

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday launched Mission Shakti 5 with a powerful message—ensuring women’s safety, respect, and self-confidence across Uttar Pradesh. As part of the campaign, over 18,000 women police personnel from across ranks participated in statewide bike rallies, transforming streets into a symbol of empowerment. Roads Echoed With Slogans of Women’s RightsDGP Rajeev Krishna said that under CM Yogi’s directions, the rallies began early in the morning across all districts. Slogans like “Security and Respect, Women’s Right” resonated across the streets. Citizens welcomed the rallies with claps…

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