Category: India

Lucknow: On the occasion of World AIDS Day, the Department of Community Medicine at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS) organised a public awareness programme. The event was held at the Urban Health and Training Centre (UHTC) in Ujariyawan. The programme featured a street play and an interactive discussion led by specialist doctors from the institute, aimed at educating people about HIV/AIDS prevention. Head of the Community Medicine Department, Dr. S.D. Kandpal, informed that due to the efforts of the National AIDS Control Programme run by the…

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Lucknow: Huggies, one of India’s leading baby care brands from Kimberly-Clark, has unveiled its newest campaign featuring the mischievous ‘Geelu Monster’ a character that brings to life a very real problem every parent faces: prolonged wetness on their baby’s skin. The campaign introduces a fresh, distinctive storytelling approach to reinforce Huggies’ core proposition as India’s Fastest Absorbing Diaper – a claim anchored on a key category driver and a testament to the brand’s superior technology and deep understanding of parents’ needs. During consumer immersions, moms shared a powerful truth they…

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Lucknow : Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company Limited (Kotak Life) has achieved a landmark milestone, crossing Rs. 1 Lakh Crore in Assets Under Management (AUM). This achievement reflects the company’s consistent growth trajectory, prudent management of policyholder assets as well as the enduring trust of Kotak Life’s customers and partners. Commenting on the milestone,  Mahesh Balasubramanian, Managing Director, Kotak Life, said: “Crossing Rs. 1 Lakh Crore in AUM in our 25th year is more than a financial milestone—it is a reaffirmation of the trust our customers and partners place in…

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Lucknow: The Town Hall School Group held its annual celebration at the prestigious Kalamandapam Auditorium, creating an unforgettable cultural milestone for both the institution and the city of Lucknow. The event commenced with a distinguished panel of guests, including Rajendra Prasad Yadav, IAS, Joint Secretary, Uttar Pradesh Irrigation & Water Resources Department; Shailesh Kumar Singh, IRS, Deputy Commissioner, CGST Commissionerate, Lucknow; and Mohammad Tariq, IPS, Superintendent of Police (Human Rights). Their presence and motivational addresses highlighted the school’s commitment to holistic education, civic responsibility, and community engagement. The celebration, themed…

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“Yoga is the Ultimate Solution to Our Physical and Mental Challenges” — Brijesh Mishra, IPS Sultanpur: The 36th National Yogasana Competition, organized by Vidya Bharati Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Sansthan, concluded on Saturday at Saraswati Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School, Gyan Kunj, Vivekananda Nagar, Sultanpur with great enthusiasm and discipline. Durg Singh Rajpurohit, National Coordinator of Vidya Bharati’s Sanskriti Bodh Project and Competition Observer, shared that the closing ceremony began with the Saraswati Vandana. Principal Rakesh Mani Tripathi welcomed the chief guests with ceremonial shawls and fruit offerings. Jagdish Kumar Singh,…

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Lucknow: The 350th Shaheedi Samagam was held at Sadar Gurudwara, Lucknow, honoring the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji with devotion, simplicity, and heartfelt respect. Gurudwara President S. Tejpal Singh shared that the event featured devotional hymns by Veer Davendra Singh (Yash Bharti awardee) and Bhai Gurmeet Singh Ji, who enthralled the congregation with their soulful kirtan. Giani Harvinder Singh Ji delivered a moving account of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji’s sacred life, emphasizing his supreme sacrifice and dedication to human rights. His narration highlighted the Guru’s unwavering commitment…

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Lucknow: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has termed the deaths of over 25 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) during voter list verification duties across the country as a serious constitutional crisis, citing extreme government pressure, unequal work practices, and continuous mental harassment. To honor the deceased officers, AAP organized tribute ceremonies in all districts of Uttar Pradesh under the direction of MP Sanjay Singh. In Lucknow, the tribute ceremony was held near the Shaheed Smarak, Residency Building, attended by AAP State Spokesperson Prince Soni, District President Iram Rizvi, and a large…

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Lucknow: The ten-day Khadi Mahotsav-2025, organized under the aegis of the Uttar Pradesh Khadi & Village Industries Board at Central Sanskrit University, Gomti Nagar, concluded successfully today. The closing ceremony was graced by Anil Sagar, Principal Secretary of the Khadi & Village Industries Department, along with senior officials including CEO Shishir and Joint CEO Siddharth Yadav. Shishir welcomed the chief guest with bouquets and mementos. In his address, Principal Secretary Anil Sagar highlighted the Yogi government’s commitment to promoting khadi, village industries, and traditional handicrafts. This year, a total of…

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Lucknow: The Kun Sewa Samiti organized its annual “Talent Recognition & Social Upliftment Ceremony” on November 30, 2025, at Sahkarita Bhavan, Lucknow. The event celebrated academic excellence, provided financial assistance for education, showcased cultural performances, and honored social contributors. A total of 100 meritorious students—55 from the 10th grade and 45 from the 12th grade, representing boards across India—were awarded certificates and trophies for outstanding academic performance. In addition, 50 economically disadvantaged, single-parent, and orphaned children received financial aid of ₹10,000 each to support their education. Children from various districts…

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New Delhi: India’s largest insurer, the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), continues to play a defining role in the country’s financial markets, with its equity investments witnessing exceptional long-term growth over the past decade. The state-run insurer, which manages public funds on a massive scale, now oversees assets worth nearly ₹55 lakh crore, out of which more than ₹15 lakh crore is deployed in equities. According to available data, LIC’s exposure to the stock market has risen sharply since 2014. A decade ago, the corporation had invested close to…

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