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Free Spectacle Distribution Mark Marks 65th Foundation Day at Shri Harbhaj Ram Kripa Devi Trust Hospital

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A large-scale free spectacle distribution programme was organised at Shri Harbhaj Ram Kripa Devi Trust Hospital on the occasion of its 65th Foundation Day, reaffirming the institution’s longstanding commitment to accessible and affordable healthcare. The event was attended by eminent medical professionals, trustees, staff members and beneficiaries. Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Dr. Suryakant, Head of the Department of Respiratory Medicine at King George’s Medical University, highlighted the pressing need for timely medical intervention. He observed that patients suffering even from acute dental pain are often given…

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Rose Festival 2026 Blooms in Lucknow with a Message of Sustainability and Harmony

Arijit Bose

Lucknow | The city of Nawabs witnessed a spectacular confluence of nature, culture, and environmental consciousness as the Rose Festival was inaugurated at the newly developed Rose Garden, Gate No. 6 of Janeshwar Mishra Park. The grand opening marked a historic milestone for Lucknow, unveiling a breathtaking 15-acre Rose Garden now recognized as the second largest Rose Garden in India. The festival was formally inaugurated by Vivek Srivastava, Secretary, LDA; Gyanendra Verma, Additional Secretary, LDA; C.P. Tripathi, Additional Secretary, LDA; Deepak Singh, Finance Controller, LDA; and Manvendra Singh, Chief Engineer, LDA.…

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Lucknow’s Yogakulam Hosts ‘Yogashakti Ceremony 2026’ Celebrating India’s Yoga Heritage

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Yogashakti Ceremony 2026, organized by Yogakulam Human Welfare Society, took place on Friday at the Rai Umanath Bali Auditorium of Bhatkhande Sanskrit University in Kaiserbagh, Lucknow, celebrating Indian culture and the legacy of yoga. The event commenced with a ceremonial lamp lighting and Saraswati Vandana performed by founder Dr. Manish Pratap Singh, chief guest yoga guru Sudhir Sharma, Yogakulam yoga teacher Vikash Singh Rajput, and water yoga expert Roma Ji. In his address, chief guest Sudhir Sharma remarked, “Yoga is no longer limited to sages; it has now…

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Naga Sadhus Celebrate Holi at Hanumangarhi on Rangbhari Ekadashi in Ayodhya

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya: The sacred city of Ayodhya witnessed the vibrant beginning of Holi festivities with the celebration of Rangbhari Ekadashi at Hanumangarhi. The festival marked the ceremonial start of the week-long Rangotsav, blending devotion, tradition, and color in the spiritual heart of the Ram Nagari. On the auspicious occasion, Bajrangbali was worshipped with full rituals and Vedic chanting at Hanumangarhi. Naga sadhus offered abeer and gulal to Lord Hanuman, symbolically extending colorful greetings and invoking divine blessings ahead of Holi. The temple परिसर resonated with chants of devotion as saints and…

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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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