Lucknow: In a dazzling celebration of beauty, talent, and empowerment, Tanishka Sharma from Lucknow was crowned Miss Universe Uttar Pradesh 2026 at a grand event held late Friday night at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan. The event was organized by Queenified Inc Pvt Ltd and took place at the prestigious Marsh Auditorium. Alongside her, Kartika Maurya was crowned Miss Teen Uttar Pradesh 2026, while Gur Sharan Kaur won the title of Mrs Uttar Pradesh 2026. The evening witnessed participation from 38 contestants, whose confident ramp walks and vibrant presentations kept the audience…
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Shining Industry, Missing Link: India’s Jewellery Paradox
Usha Kumari “The world’s largest jewellery trading market has zero marketplace of its industry” writes Usha Kumari, a seasoned Brand Marketing Professional Lucknow: India is witnessing an immense rise of jewellery brands and customers are more invested than ever. What was once a traditional practice is now democratised as e-commerce’s next product revolution. The jewellery market is rapidly gaining mammoth momentum, evolving into a diverse portfolio of precious gemstones, metals and timeless craftsmanship. The national market is expected to reach $146 billion by 2030, according to various industry reports. Online…
Read MoreIsabella Thoburn College: Baccalaureate Awards Ceremony-2025-26
Lucknow: With a rich history of academic excellence, Isabella Thoburn College has been a beacon of knowledge in the city of Lucknow. As a premier Women’s institution, it has nurtured and empowered generations of achievers, thinkers, and changemakers. The Baccalaureate Awards Ceremony is a glorious tradition of the College, celebrating academic excellence and outstanding achievements of its students. Under the patronage of the College President, Dr. (Mrs.) E.S. Charles, the College hosted this Ceremony on Friday, the 10th of April, 2026 with great delight and enthusiasm, marking the end of…
Read MoreRavi Kishan and Anant Joshi Bring the Magic of ‘Mamla Legal Hai’ Season 2 to Life
Lucknow – Amid a sea of sensational thrillers and high-octane action shows, Netflix’s courtroom comedy-drama Mamla Legal Hai stands out with its unique blend of humor, warmth, and everyday absurdities, leaving audiences laughing while connecting with its heartfelt stories. On Saturday, actors Ravi Kishan and Anant Joshi visited Lucknow to promote Season 2 of the show, delighting fans with a mix of drama, witty exchanges, and fun behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Anant Joshi, known for his comic timing on the show, said, “We have a lot of fun on set. We spend…
Read MoreHealth Awareness Session Marks World Health Day with Strong Participation at Health City Vistaar
Lucknow: A successful health awareness session was organised on the occasion of World Health Day at the 3rd Floor Conference Hall, drawing participation from over 50 attendees and highlighting the importance of preventive healthcare. The session commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, who stressed the need for adopting a healthy lifestyle in today’s fast-paced world. Dr. Abhishek K. Verma delivered an insightful talk on “7 Simple Habits to Stay Healthy & Reduce Cancer Risk,” focusing on practical lifestyle changes to minimize health risks. Dr. Nakul Johri highlighted…
Read MoreMohsina Kidwai’s Demise Marks the End of an Era: Ajay Rai
Lucknow: A condolence meeting was held at the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee office in Lucknow to pay tributes to senior Congress leader and former Union Minister Mohsina Kidwai, whose passing has been described as the end of an era. On the occasion, Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee President Ajay Rai, along with senior party leaders and workers, offered floral tributes to the late leader and remembered her contributions to public life. After paying respects, Ajay Rai said that Mohsina Kidwai’s political and social journey was deeply inspiring. He highlighted that during…
Read MoreClarity is the Key to Success: Dr. Kiran Bedi Inspires at FLO Lucknow ‘Change of Guard’ Ceremony
Lucknow – The FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) Lucknow Chapter marked a momentous occasion as it hosted its ‘Change of Guard’ ceremony for the 2026–27 term, inducting Simran Sahni as its 12th Chairperson. The event, held at the elegant Taj Mahal Lucknow, brought together leading women entrepreneurs, professionals, and changemakers for an evening defined by inspiration, leadership, and purpose. Gracing the occasion as the Guest of Honour was Puja Garg, the 43rd National President of FLO, who lauded the Lucknow chapter for its progressive initiatives and growing influence. The outgoing Chairperson, Vandita…
Read MoreChabutra Theatre Pathshala Launched in Indira Nagar, Aims to Nurture Young Talent
Lucknow: A vibrant cultural initiative aimed at nurturing artistic talent among children and youth was launched with enthusiasm at Valmiki Park in Takrohi, Indira Nagar, on Sunday. The ‘Chabutra Theatre Pathshala’, an initiative by the Mother Seva Sansthan, saw an impressive turnout and a lively beginning filled with music, dance, and theatre. The inauguration ceremony was held at Sector-11, Indira Nagar, drawing the presence of several distinguished guests. Former Director of Akashvani Lucknow, Prithviraj Chauhan, attended as the chief guest and подчеркed the importance of arts in shaping individuals. “Arts…
Read MoreIn the Raas Leela, Krishna presented a wonderful union of love and devotion with the Gopis – Swami Muktinathananda
Krishna teaches us to control our mind and stay away from anger and attachment – Swamiji Lucknow: In his weekly Sunday discourse on the Ramakrishna Vachanamrit, Swami Muktinathananda, Adhyash of Ramakrishna Math, Lucknow, said that the story of Lord Krishna’s birth is extremely sacred and inspiring. He was born in the prison of Kansa in Mathura. Kansa, Devaki’s brother, was terrified after hearing a divine voice that he would die at the hands of Devaki’s eighth son. Fearing this, he imprisoned Devaki and her husband Vasudeva and killed their six…
Read MoreDivisional Commissioner Conducts Surprise Inspection at Chinhat CHC, Pulls Up Authorities Over Lapses
Lucknow: In a surprise inspection, Vijay Vishwas Pant visited the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Chinhat, Lucknow, to review healthcare services, infrastructure, and cleanliness. The inspection revealed several serious shortcomings, prompting strict directives for immediate improvement. During the visit, the Commissioner inspected key units including OPD, IPD, maternity ward, pathology lab, medicine distribution centre, and vaccination room. He also interacted directly with patients to assess the quality of treatment, availability of medicines, and staff behaviour. Expressing strong criticism over poor sanitation, Pant noted that the hospital परिसर was in an…
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