Lucknow: Akhilesh Das Gupta School celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day on 15 August 2026 with great pride and patriotic zeal. The celebrations began with a flag-hoisting ceremony led by Principal Ms Anjana Swami, followed by the singing of the National Song and the National Anthem. The programme opened with a patriotic Hindi poem, followed by a melodious patriotic song and an inspiring English speech that highlighted the significance of Independence Day and the values of freedom, unity and patriotism. Adding to the spectacle, students put up an impressive pyramid display,…
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Women Enthral Audience with Graceful Dance Performances on Sawan Songs
LUCKNOW: Amid the rhythmic beats of the dholak and a gentle drizzle, women dressed in vibrant green attire, celebrating the spirit of Sawan, presented a soulful dance on the traditional Kajri song “Rimjhim Barsela Sawan Ke Badariya,” filling the atmosphere with an enchanting sense of greenery all around. The occasion was a Hariyali Teej programme organised this evening by Vaishnavi Nritya evam Sangeet Sansthan at C Block-3381, Rajajipuram, Lucknow. Coordinated by Neha Verma, the event saw Shraddha Srivastava, Vaishnavi Verma, Priyanka Saxena, Vartika Singh, Roli, and Pari Verma perform on…
Read MoreGD Goenka Public School Marks India’s 80th Independence Day with Grandeur
Lucknow: GD Goenka Public School, Lucknow, celebrated the 80th Independence Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour on 15 August 2026. The ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Colonel Dr. Indramani Pandey, along with special guests School Chairman Dr. Sarvesh Goel, Director Lalita Goel, and Shaily Dawra, Headmistress of the Mahanagar branch. The programme opened with the flag hoisting ceremony, followed by a spirited March Past that showcased the students’ discipline, confidence, and dedication. Officiating Principal Sonia Mathai then welcomed the gathering, setting a warm and dignified tone for the…
Read MoreViram Khand-5 Jan Kalyan Samiti Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Great Enthusiasm at Vasant Park
Lucknow: On the auspicious occasion of Independence Day, the Viram Khand-5 Jan Kalyan Samiti celebrated the 80th Independence Day at Vasant Park with great enthusiasm, dignity, and patriotic fervour. The programme commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag by the Committee President, Dr. Bharat Raj Singh. All members and residents present saluted the National Flag while singing the National Anthem. On the occasion, Committee President Dr. Bharat Raj Singh paid heartfelt tributes to the brave freedom fighters and immortal martyrs of the nation. He said that Independence Day is…
Read MoreLucknow: Student Orders Car Display Unit Online, Finds Packet Full of Soil Instead — Files Police Complaint
Lucknow: A case of alleged online fraud has surfaced in the Dubagga area’s Amrapali Yojana locality, where a student who ordered a car display unit online found the package stuffed with soil instead of the product he’d paid for. The student opened the parcel in front of the delivery agent on Tuesday afternoon and recorded the entire episode on video. He has since filed a written complaint with the police, demanding action. According to the student, 11th-grader Raja Chauhan, he had ordered a head unit for his car’s display system…
Read MoreWatch, Remember and Say #MillionThankYou: Airtel IPTV’s Independence Day Watchlist – Operation Safed Sagar Leads a Special Independence Day Watchlist on Airtel IPTV
Lucknow, 12 August, 2026: This Independence Day, Airtel and Netflix are turning a powerful story of courage into a nationwide expression of gratitude. Inspired by the Indian Air Force’s Golden Arrows Squadron and its role during the 1999 Kargil War, Operation Safed Sagar brings audiences closer to the courage, precision and sacrifice of the air warriors who served in some of the conflict’s most challenging conditions. One Nation. A Million Thank Yous. Through #MillionThankYou, Airtel and Netflix are inviting people across India to honour the Indian Air Force and…
Read MoreWatch, Remember and Say #MillionThankYou: Airtel IPTV’s Independence Day Watchlist
Lucknow, 12 August, 2026: This Independence Day, Airtel and Netflix are turning a powerful story of courage into a nationwide expression of gratitude. Inspired by the Indian Air Force’s Golden Arrows Squadron and its role during the 1999 Kargil War, Operation Safed Sagar brings audiences closer to the courage, precision and sacrifice of the air warriors who served in some of the conflict’s most challenging conditions. One Nation. A Million Thank Yous. Through #MillionThankYou, Airtel and Netflix are inviting people across India to honour the Indian Air Force…
Read MoreDastkaarii Season 17 Brings India’s Finest Handicrafts, Festive Shopping & Creative Experiences to Lucknow
Lucknow: Dastkaarii is all set to present the 17th Edition of the Dastkaarii Handicrafts & Lifestyle Exhibition – Rakhi–Teej Edition, on 8th and 9th August 2026 at Hilton Garden Inn, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Timed ahead of the festive season, the exhibition promises a vibrant celebration of Indian craftsmanship, culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Recognised as one of Lucknow’s most anticipated handicrafts and lifestyle exhibitions, Dastkaarii has consistently provided a platform for artisans, women entrepreneurs, designers, and homegrown brands from across the country. This edition will…
Read MoreTechno Group of Institutions Hosts Fresher’s Induction Programme 2026
Lucknow: Techno Group of Institutions, Lucknow, organised its Fresher’s Induction Programme 2026 on Tuesday at the College Auditorium, welcoming the new batch of first-year students. Held under the theme “A New Beginning: Endless Possibilities,” the programme marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the students’ academic journey. The programme was graced by Sameer Verma (IAS), Special Secretary, Government of Uttar Pradesh, and Ms. Jasmine Jain, Additional Commissioner (Appeals), Department of State Taxes, Uttar Pradesh, as Chief Guests. The event was attended by Chairman Er. R. K. Agarwal, Managing…
Read MoreOur science should not remain confined to the laboratory. It should reach the farmers, villages, and industries, and ultimately bring about a positive transformation in society’s lives: Padma Shri Prof. Anil Kumar Gupta
Lucknow: The CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (CSIR-CIMAP), Lucknow, celebrated its 48th Annual Day today at its campus with great enthusiasm and fervor in the landmark year of CSIR’s 85th Foundation Day. The Program was graced by Padma Shri Prof. Anil Kumar Gupta as the Chief Guest , Dr. Shankaranarayanan Rajan, Outstanding Scientist, CSIR-CCMB, Hyderabad, as the Guest of Honour , and Shri Hemant Patil, Minister of State (Cabinet Rank), Government of Maharashtra, as the Special Guest. Dr. Prabodh Kumar Trivedi, Director, CSIR-CIMAP, Chief Guest, and the dignitaries…
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