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‘Talaffuz Aur Hum’: A Shared Commitment to Urdu’s Linguistic Legacy

Arijit Bose

Lucknow | In a significant step toward preserving and promoting Urdu’s linguistic heritage, Bazm-e-Urdu—an organization with a rich legacy spanning over five decades—brought together several like-minded institutions at the Uttar Pradesh Press Club. The event marked a joint presentation of organizations working for the cause of Urdu, aiming to foster a collective voice and coordinated effort in its revival and promotion. Under the soulful theme of spreading the soul of Urdu senior journalist Kulksum Talha known for her initiative“Talaffuz Aur Hum,” along with other stakeholders echoed a unified commitment to…

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Shravan Jhoola Fair Begins in Ayodhya: Lord Ram and Family to Swing on Maniparvat

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya : The holy city of Ayodhya witnessed the grand commencement of the Shravan Jhoola Festival on Sunday, marking the start of a fortnight-long celebration filled with spiritual fervor, vibrant processions, and a sea of devotees. Central to the festivities is the tradition of placing the idols of Lord Ram, his brothers, and their consorts on swings at Maniparvat, bringing alive an age-old ritual that blends devotion with cultural magnificence. Divine Processions and Age-Old Traditions As per custom, idols from major maths and temples across Ayodhya—including Maniramdas Chhawni, Kanak Bhavan,…

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City gets State-of-the-Art Golf Driving Range & Practice Area

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a landmark moment for sports infrastructure in Lucknow, La Martiniere College officially inaugurated its Golf Driving Range and Practice Area . The grand inauguration ceremony was graced by Justice A.R. Masoodi of the Allahabad High Court (Lucknow Bench) as the Chief Guest, and presided over by Dr. Subhash Chandra, IPS (Retd), President of the Lucknow Golf Club. The event was further dignified by the presence and active participation of Rajneesh Sethi (Secretary, Lucknow Golf Club), Captain R.S. Nanda, and Sanjiv Agarwal (Joint Secretary & Treasurer), who extended a…

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Government Sanctions ₹5.24 Crore Stipend to Empower Divyang

Arijit Bose
Empower Divyang

Lucknow : In a significant move towards inclusive education and social justice, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has approved a financial package of ₹5.24 crore under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan to empower 26,215 divyang (differently-abled) girl students studying in government-run primary, upper primary, and composite schools. Each eligible student will receive a monthly stipend of ₹200 for up to 10 months, with the funds being directly transferred to the bank accounts of parents or guardians through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system—ensuring complete transparency and elimination of middlemen. Digital,…

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AKTU Celebrates 25th Foundation Day with Grandeur and Gratitude

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 25th Foundation Day with great enthusiasm and a host of activities that reflected its journey, achievements, and vision for the future. The event, commemorating the university’s Silver Jubilee, took place on Saturday and saw participation from students, faculty, dignitaries, and alumni. The day-long celebration began with the plantation of 25 saplings, symbolizing 25 years of growth, commitment, and sustainability. A ceremonial water-filling of a “Kalash” followed, underlining the university’s pledge towards water conservation. The…

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Max Hospital Lucknow Launches Monthly Kidney Transplant OPD in Gorakhpur, Brings Advanced Nephrology Care Closer to Patients

Arijit Bose

Gorakhpur: In a major step toward strengthening specialized healthcare access in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Max Super Specialty Hospital, Lucknow has launched a dedicated kidney transplant OPD service in Gorakhpur. This initiative, launched in collaboration with Orchid Hospital, Taramandal, is aimed at reducing the travel burden for patients and bringing expert nephrology care to their doorstep. The new OPD services were inaugurated in the presence of Dr. Venkatesh Thammishetti, Associate Director and Senior Nephrologist at Max Hospital, Lucknow. As part of this collaboration, Dr. Venkatesh will conduct consultations on the fourth…

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Akhilesh Yadav Slams UP Government Over Power Crisis, Alleges Widespread Corruption and Mismanagement

Arijit Bose

“No electricity, only soaring bills; BJP has darkened Uttar Pradesh’s future,” says SP chief Lucknow — Samajwadi Party (SP) National President and former Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav launched a scathing attack on the ruling BJP government in Uttar Pradesh, accusing it of complete mismanagement and corruption in the state’s power sector. Speaking at a press briefing, Yadav claimed that the state’s electricity system is in shambles, and public frustration is rising amid frequent outages and skyrocketing electricity bills. “The transformer of the Uttar Pradesh power department has exploded. The connection between…

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“PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana is a game-changer for India’s job market”- Ashwini Kumar Gupta, Regional PF Commissioner, Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Speaking to The Lucknow Tribune, Ashwini Kumar Gupta, Regional PF Commissioner, Lucknow emphasized the transformative potential of the newly approved PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana, calling it a “game-changer for India’s job ecosystem.” With a massive outlay of Rs 99,446 crore, the scheme aims to generate over 3.5 crore jobs in just two years, particularly boosting the manufacturing sector. “This initiative not only incentivizes first-time employees but also encourages employers to expand their workforce, while formalizing the economy and ensuring social security,” Gupta said. He underscored that the ELI…

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UP RERA Recovers ₹251 Crore in Just 7 Months, Intensifies Action on Recovery Certificates

Arijit Bose

Lucknow/Gautam Buddh Nagar: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP RERA) has significantly stepped up its enforcement actions to secure payments owed to homebuyers. In a remarkable development, ₹251 crore has been recovered in the first seven months of 2025 alone through recovery certificates (RCs) issued against erring builders, showing a clear acceleration in recovery efforts. Since August 2023, the pace of recovery has gained substantial momentum. Of the ₹1410 crore recovered in total across 5700 cases, a staggering ₹861 crore was collected in 3053 cases between August 2023…

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Comprehensive Rural Development Key to Building a Developed India: Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya emphasized that the goal of a developed India can only be realized through the inclusive and balanced development of villages. Addressing a state-level review meeting with Chief Development Officers (CDOs) at the Yojna Bhawan in Lucknow, he underlined the importance of empowering villages to be self-reliant and self-sufficient, advocating the concept of “Smart Villages” akin to Smart Cities. Maurya pointed out that Uttar Pradesh’s Rural Development Department is leading the country in several schemes, including the highest female participation in the…

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