Category: India

Lucknow – On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, the Governor of Uttar Pradesh,  Anandiben Patel, visited the Ramakrishna Math and the Vivekananda Polyclinic & Institute of Medical Sciences in Nirala Nagar, Lucknow. She was warmly received  by Swami Muktinathananda Maharaj, President of the Math, who presented her with a bouquet of roses. The Governor then offered traditional prayers to Sri Ramakrishna, Holy Mother Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda at the temple. In the Math auditorium, she tied rakhi to children studying under the Gadadhar Abhyuday Prakalpa, a project supporting…

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Dehradun: On August 5, 2025, at approximately 1:45 PM, the serene Himalayan village of Dharali in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, was shattered by a catastrophic event. A massive cloudburst—or possibly a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF), as some experts suggest—unleashed a torrent of water, mud, and debris that swept through the Kheer Ganga river catchment, engulfing homes, hotels, and livelihoods in minutes. This disaster, which struck a key stopover on the sacred Gangotri Dham pilgrimage route, has once again highlighted Uttarakhand’s vulnerability to extreme weather and raised questions about whether lessons…

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Lucknow — The Amity School of Fine Arts, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus (AUUP), hosted a live demonstration on the topic “Contemporary Techniques of Portraiture”, offering students an insightful experience into the evolving artistry of portraiture. The session was conducted by emerging portrait artist  Taijasi Misra, who shared her knowledge and artistic process with painting students. The demonstration aimed to explore various styles and techniques of portrait-making, tracing its journey from ancient traditions to modern-day expressions. Prof. (Dr.) Pooja Verma, Director, Amity School of Fine Arts, warmly welcomed and…

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LUCKNOW – The pre-primary section of Amity International School, Viraj Khand-5, captivated audiences with their class presentation titled “Feathered Wonders: An Exploration of the Avian World” on August 1, 2025. The event began with the young students expressing their heartfelt thanks to the respected Chairperson, Dr. (Mrs.) Amita Chauhan, for her inspiring vision that encourages creativity and curiosity in every child. They also acknowledged and thanked their school principal,  Rachna Mishra, for her constant guidance and encouragement. Dressed in vibrant bird costumes, the enthusiastic young learners delved into the fascinating…

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LUCKNOW – Samajwadi Party’s National President and former Chief Minister, Akhilesh Yadav, has stated that a chaotic atmosphere prevails in the state under the BJP government, with law and order having collapsed completely. He also criticized the government on various fronts, including a failing power system, agricultural distress, and a lack of support for flood victims. In a statement,  Yadav highlighted the plight of farmers, who he said are struggling to get fertilizers for their crops. “Farmers are not getting fertilizers even after waiting for hours in queues and facing…

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