51st Divisional Classical and Light Music Competition 2025-26 Held in Lucknow

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi, under the Department of Culture, hosted the Lucknow division’s classical and light music competitions at the Sant Gadge Ji Maharaj Auditorium. The event, the 51st Divisional Classical and Light Music Competition 2025-26, was inaugurated by Akademi Chairman Prof. Jayant Khot, who also welcomed the panel of judges. On the third day of the three-day competition, Bhajan and Ghazal categories were held for light music. The judging panel included Dr. Akanksha Pal from Prayagraj and Devesh Chaturvedi from Lucknow. They provided valuable feedback and…

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Padma Shri Malini Awasthi Enchants Audience at Gomti Book Festival

Lucknow: The Gomti Book Festival witnessed a melodious highlight as Padma Shri Malini Awasthi delivered a captivating musical performance that left the audience spellbound. She opened the program with a traditional Ganesh Vandana and extended warm Mahalaya greetings, marking the farewell of Pitru Paksha and the onset of Navratri, before beginning her performance with the devotional song “Mai Ke Bhave Lal Chunariya.” Her repertoire included soul-stirring bhajans such as “Bhawani Pat Kholon” and “Maiya Ka Mandir Dagariya Mein”, which mesmerized the audience. Through the patriotic song “Mat Laiho Chunariya Hamar…

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Children Draw, Doodle and Discover at Chitrotsav in 4th Gomti Book Festival

From Faces to Hidden Images, Children Explore New Art Forms at Gomti Book Festival Cartoons, Colours and Creativity Light Up Day 3 of 4th Gomti Book Festival at Lucknow University Lucknow: The third day of the Gomti Book Festival at the University of Lucknow began with a splash of imagination at ‘Chitrotsav – Draw, Doodle, Discover’. The air buzzed with excitement as hundreds of children picked up pencils and colours, ready to enter the whimsical world of cartoons.Renowned cartoonist and illustrator Ajit Narayan, along with his team, took young schoolchildren…

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WSAI, IIT Madras, ICMR-NIRRCH Researchers pioneer Unique Systems Biology Approach against Fungal Pathogens

  Fungal pathogen called ‘Candida albicans’ is a major Global health threat with a high mortality rate up to 63.6%       This one-of-a-kind integrated host-fungal metabolic model combined the CAL model iRV781 with the human metabolic model Recon3D     The research identified novel weak point in the pathogen’s metabolism, impacting the development of improved antifungal drugs to bypass resistance, enhance patient survival, reduce mortality and treatment costs CHENNAI: Wadhwani School of Data Science and AI (WSAI), IIT Madras and ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health (ICMR-NIRRCH)…

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Experts Advise on Decarbonizing Uttar Pradesh and Promoting Green Built Environment at CII Conclave

Lucknow – The second edition of the UP Sustainability Conclave, jointly organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), commenced on Friday, focusing on “Decarbonizing Uttar Pradesh: Promoting Zero and Green Built Environment.” Industry leaders and government policymakers participated in discussions on pathways to a sustainable and low-carbon future, including panel sessions on Decarbonizing Uttar Pradesh: Policy & Regulatory Pathways and Decarbonizing Construction: The Role of Emerging Green Technologies. During the event, Yawar Ali Shah, Co-founder and CEO of AMA Herbal and convenor…

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VHP Lucknow West District Planning Meeting Successfully Concludes at Lallumal Ghat

Lucknow – The District Planning Meeting of the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), Lucknow West, was successfully held at Lallumal Ghat, Daliganj, Lucknow. The session was presided over by State Organization Minister  Vijay Pratap, who reviewed the organization’s achievements over the past six months and outlined the action plan for the upcoming six months, issuing necessary guidelines for implementation. Vijay Pratap also addressed current challenges faced by the Hindu community and provided strategic guidance on potential future challenges. The meeting was efficiently conducted by District Minister  Pankaj. Key participants included the…

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4th Gomti Book Festival begins in Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Inaugurates Mahakumbh of Books and Literature

Mahakumbh of Books Begins: 4th Gomti Book Festival Inaugurated in Lucknow by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Lucknow | : An air of excitement filled the University of Lucknow today as the 4th Gomti Book Festival opened its doors, welcoming book lovers to a vibrant celebration that has become one of the largest literary festivals in India. Organised by the National Book Trust, India (Ministry of Education, Government of India) in collaboration with the Government of Uttar Pradesh and the University of Lucknow, the festival was inaugurated on 20 September 2025…

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Blaupunkt doubles the festive surprise with JioTele OS powered 4K QLED TV starting INR 16,999* and SigmaQ series lineup

Prices slashed up to INR 14,000 off across Google TVs post GST rate cuts 24, 32, 40 sizes under SigmaQ and 43, 50 and 55 inch under JioTele OS powered range Available exclusively on Flipkart during the Big Billion Days Sale—starting 22nd September for Plus and Black members, and 23rd September for all users Launch offers include a complimentary 3-month JioHotstar and a month-long JioGames subscription for the users Save up to ₹14,000 on Blaupunkt Smart TVs, with recent GST cuts and festive offers making it the perfect time to…

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INTACH Lucknow Brings Nawabi Literature Alive at AGDC

Lucknow– The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), Lucknow Chapter, in association with Avadh Girls’ Degree College (AGDC), hosted an engaging panel discussion on “From Palaces to People: Unravelling the Nawabi Literature of Awadh.” Prof. Nishi Pandey, Manager/Secretary of AGDC, welcomed the guests and inspired students to look beyond textbooks and discover Awadh’s cultural and literary legacy. Prof Bina Rai, Principal, AGDC stressed on nurturing pride in our roots. Prof. Sumna Varshney, Dean of Students, AGDC and INTACH Member coordinated the program. The panel featured eminent anthropologist…

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Balwaan Krishi Expands Manufacturing and Warehousing Network, Strengthens PAN India Presence

  Delhi, 2025 – Balwaan Krishi, one of India’s fastest-growing agritool startups, today announced a major expansion of its manufacturing and distribution footprint to accelerate nationwide growth. The company has inaugurated a state-of-the-art manufacturing hub in Jaipur, built to scale output and support its PAN India expansion, while also establishing regional warehouses in Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, the Northeast, and Kashmir. These new facilities strengthen Balwaan’s existing hubs in Maharashtra, Assam, and West Bengal, creating one of the most comprehensive agri-machinery distribution networks in the country. Together, this…

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