Category: India

AAMANTIRIT – Dawat-e-Aam: Delightful Mango Celebration

Arijit Bose
Mango season

Lucknow: Mango season in Uttar Pradesh is about to reach its most festive peak as Kothi Mall invites guests to a unique and immersive celebration of the king of fruits. Titled “AAMANTIRIT – Dawat-e-Aam,” this specially curated mango festival will be held on June 22, 2025, from 3 PM to 9 PM at the scenic Mahadevan Farm, nestled in Malihabad, India’s legendary mango belt. Set against the rustic backdrop of lush orchards in Janakapur, Sukhakhera, near the Chiranjivi Nath Mandir, the event promises a vibrant mix of culinary indulgence, cultural…

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Birju Maharaj Kathak Sansthan Hosts Mass Surya Namaskar

Arijit Bose
Birju Maharaj Kathak Sansthan

Lucknow: As part of the International Yoga Day celebrations under the theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” Birju Maharaj Kathak Sansthan organized a mass Surya Namaskar session at its campus. Renowned yogacharya Dr. Hans Kumari led the session and explained the numerous health benefits of Surya Namaskar. She emphasized that the practice enhances flexibility, strengthens the body, boosts energy, improves digestion, reduces stress, and sharpens mental focus. Dr. Kumari encouraged everyone to make Surya Namaskar a part of their daily routine, noting the importance of deep breathing during the…

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Dance, Music, and Yoga Interwoven at Bhatkhande Summer Workshop

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The ongoing summer workshop at Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya is witnessing enthusiastic participation in both dance and music training, alongside a special nine-day Yoga Dialogue Programme. Organized under the guidance of  Governor of Uttar Pradesh for International Yoga Day, the yoga sessions are led by yogacharya Prashant Shukla. Students, teachers, and participants from all walks of life are learning various yoga asanas, pranayama, and techniques like yoga nidra, ashtanga yoga, and naad yoga. Morning dance and music sessions are followed by reflective yoga practices, highlighting the complementary relationship between dance…

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“Chhuna Hai Aasman”: Kanti Singh’s Inspiring Journey Unveiled

Arijit Bose
Chhuna Hai Aasman

Lucknow: The biography “Chhuna Hai Aasman” chronicling the inspiring life of former MLC Kanti Singh, written by renowned author Renu Saini, was unveiled at a grand event at Taj Hotel. The release was graced by Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who lauded the book’s message of perseverance and empowerment. Akhilesh remarked that the title reflects life’s ongoing struggles and called the book a powerful source of motivation, especially for those striving to rise through adversity. Kanti Singh, in an emotional speech, credited Dr. S.P. Singh, founder of Lucknow Public Schools…

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AIIMS Raebareli Successfully Removes Massive Kidney Abscess

Arijit Bose

Rae Bareli: AIIMS Raebareli’s Department of General Surgery has successfully performed a highly complex open nephrectomy to remove a massive kidney abscess measuring 36×21 cm. Due to its proximity to major blood vessels and vital organs, the surgery posed significant risks including heavy bleeding, organ injury, and post-operative complications. Despite these challenges, the dedicated surgical team, led by Dr. Neeraj Srivastava and Dr. Amritanshu Saurabh, with support from residents Dr. Nikhil, Dr. Snehita, Dr. Somtirth, and Dr. Vishnu Siddharth, executed the surgery successfully. The patient has been discharged and is…

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IVRI Develops India’s First Indigenous Hip Implant for Dogs

Arijit Bose
India’s first indigenous hip implant

Bareilly: In a groundbreaking achievement, Dr. Rohit Kumar and his team at the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) have successfully conducted India’s first indigenous hip replacement surgery for dogs. Until now, artificial hips had to be imported at costs exceeding ₹5 lakh. This new cemented implant has been specially designed for Indian breeds, using entirely local technology. The team worked for three years, collaborating with human orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Alok Singh and Bareilly Medicare’s Yogesh and Devesh Saxena. Gujarat’s Life Ortho Care developed the implant and instruments. The design process…

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Rahul Gandhi Targets PM Modi Over Unemployment: “Made People Fry Pakoras, Fill Forms, Broke Every Promise in 11 Years”

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New Delhi: Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, accusing him of failing to deliver on promises made over the past 11 years, particularly on the issue of unemployment. Citing a media report claiming that over 18 lakh businesses have shut down in the last seven years, Gandhi criticized the government’s handling of employment and the economy. In a Facebook post, Gandhi wrote, “Modi ji has broken every promise in the last 11 years.…

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IIT, IIM Students to Join Puri Administration for Jagannath Yatra Internship, Assist in Crowd and Infrastructure Management

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: In a pioneering move, students from India’s premier institutions like the IITs, IIMs, and leading public policy and management schools will participate in the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha, through an intensive ground-level internship program. This hands-on initiative, announced by officials on Tuesday, will immerse students in one of India’s largest religious gatherings. Under the “Public Systems and Infrastructure Internship” launched by the Puri district administration, these students will collaborate directly with local officials to help manage crucial aspects of the yatra. Their responsibilities will span…

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India Slips to 131st Rank in Global Gender Gap Index 2025, Scores Lowest in South Asia

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India has slipped two places to rank 131st out of 148 countries in the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2025, marking a continued struggle for gender equality across key dimensions. With a gender parity score of 64.1%, India now ranks among the lowest-performing countries in South Asia, behind Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The report, released on Thursday, assesses gender equality across four key dimensions: Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment. Key Findings from India’s Performance: Economic Participation and Opportunity:India…

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India-France Joint Military Exercise ‘Shakti 2025’ to be Held in La Cavalerie from June 18 to July 1

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: In a significant step toward strengthening defence cooperation, India and France will conduct their 8th edition of the bilateral joint military exercise ‘Shakti 2025’ from June 18 to July 1, 2025, in La Cavalerie, France. The Indian Army officially announced the exercise on Thursday via a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). According to the Indian Army, the objective of the joint drill is to enhance the combined operational capabilities of the two nations in conducting multi-domain operations under sub-conventional warfare scenarios. “The 8th edition of…

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