Divisional Commissioner Inspects Gomti Ghats Ahead of Chhath Puja, Directs Officials to Complete Preparations

Lucknow: Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant inspected several ghats along the Gomti river to review preparations for Chhath Puja and directed officials to ensure that all arrangements are completed before the festival. During the inspection, he visited Kudia Ghat, Sanjhiya Ghat, Jhulelal Vatika and Lakshman Mela Park Ghat. He instructed the concerned departments to ensure proper cleaning of the river and ghats, including the removal of water hyacinth and algae. Pant directed officials to arrange high-mast lighting, drinking water facilities, mobile toilets and adequate parking at the major ghats. Special…

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Vishwa Hindu Raksha Parishad Releases Booklet to Spread Teachings of Shrimad Bhagwat

Lucknow: The Vishwa Hindu Raksha Parishad has taken an initiative to make the teachings of the Shrimad Bhagwat accessible to the public through a special spiritual booklet titled ‘Teen Shlok Mein Jeevan Darshan’ (Philosophy of Life in Three Verses). The booklet, based on the Shrimad Bhagwat, was released by Gopal Rai, International President of the Vishwa Hindu Raksha Parishad, at a programme organised by the organisation’s National Patron R.P. Gupta at Vishal Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. Speaking on the occasion, Rai said Gupta had attempted to present the philosophy of…

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Maulana Azad’s Teachings Remain Relevant for National Unity and Social Harmony: Heeralal

Seminar on ‘Possibilities in Goodwill, New Opportunities in Harmony’ organised to mark National Education Day Lucknow: The Maulana Azad Memorial Academy organised a seminar on the theme ‘Possibilities in Goodwill, New Opportunities in Harmony’ to mark the 138th birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Maulana Abul Kalam Azad and National Education Day. Speakers at the seminar recalled Maulana Azad’s contributions to education, intellectual thought, politics and nation-building, while discussing the relevance of his ideals in contemporary society. The chief guest, Heeralal, IAS, Secretary, National Integration Department, Uttar Pradesh, said that the…

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Grand Procession Marks Birth Kalyanak Celebrations at Dali Ganj Jain Mahotsav

Lucknow: The birth of the Tirthankara was celebrated with religious fervour at the ongoing Shri Majjinendra Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav in Dali Ganj on Thursday. The announcement of the Tirthankara’s birth in the morning was greeted with loud devotional chants, filling the entire pandal with enthusiasm. On the occasion, Shachi Indrani Neelam first lifted the idol of the newborn Tirthankara in her arms and performed a celebratory dance. Senior IPS officer Aparna Kumar attended the event, sought the blessings of Acharya Subal Sagar Maharaj and flagged off the grand religious procession.…

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Uttarakhand Mahotsav Celebrates Devbhoomi’s Cultural Heritage with Colourful Folk Dance and Musical Performances

Lucknow: Traditional folk dances, music and cultural performances marked the fourth day of the 14-day Uttarakhand Mahotsav 2026 at Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant Parvatiya Sanskritik Upvan along the Gomti river on Thursday. Organised by the Uttarakhand Mahaparishad, the festival witnessed enthusiastic participation by folk artists, cultural groups and young performers. Traditional Chholiya dance performances, colourful stalls and a specially decorated stage remained major attractions throughout the day. Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant and Uttar Pradesh Mandi Parishad Director Jitendra Pratap Singh inaugurated the day’s programme by lighting the ceremonial…

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Uttarakhand Mahotsav 2026: Army Recruitment Office Sets Up Guidance Stall to Educate Youth on Career Opportunities

Lucknow: The Army Recruiting Office (Headquarters), Lucknow, covering Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, has set up a special Army guidance and information stall at the annual Uttarakhand Mahotsav 2026 to encourage young people to join the armed forces and familiarise them with career opportunities in the Indian Army. Celebrating Uttarakhand’s rich legacy as both Devbhoomi and Veerbhoomi, the initiative provides an interactive platform for young aspirants interested in serving the nation. Visitors are being provided detailed information about the Agniveer recruitment scheme, physical and medical fitness standards, eligibility criteria, required documents…

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ISKCON Lucknow Celebrates Diwali with 1.25 Lakh Diyas, Grand Govardhan Puja and Annakoot Festival

Lucknow: ISKCON Lucknow celebrated Diwali with a grand Deepotsav featuring the lighting of 1.25 lakh diyas, followed by Govardhan Puja and the Annakoot Mahotsav, drawing thousands of devotees to its sprawling five-acre temple परिसर. The Deepotsav was organised with devotion and enthusiasm under the blessings of Srila Prabhupada, Guru Maharaj and Sri Sri Radha Raman Bihari Ji. Temple devotees, youth volunteers and women devotees joined hands to illuminate the premises with thousands of traditional lamps. Special tableaux depicting several episodes from Hindu mythology, including the Yashoda-Damodar Leela, Sri Sita-Ram, Lord…

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Lucknow Farmers Market celebrates and honours Young Environment Champions

  Lucknow Farmers Market felicitates children who are making a meaningful difference through their actions, creativity, and commitment to protecting nature. These young changemakers are inspiring others by promoting waste reduction, recycling and upcycling, planting trees, conserving water and energy, spreading environmental awareness, and adopting sustainable, zero-waste habits. Through this initiative, the aim is to recognise and encourage children who are creating a positive environmental impact in their homes, schools, and communities, while inspiring more young minds to take responsibility for a greener and healthier tomorrow. 13 year old Shaarav…

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Bhajan Jamming at Prominent Mall Brings Devotees Together for an Evening of Music and Spirituality

Lucknow: An evening of devotional music and spiritual storytelling brought families, children, youngsters and senior citizens together at Prominent Mall on Sitapur Road. The two-hour-long Bhajan Jamming programme, held from 5.30 pm to 7.30 pm, saw enthusiastic participation as visitors sang along, clapped and immersed themselves in the devotional atmosphere. The programme began with hymns dedicated to Lord Hanuman before moving on to devotional offerings to Maa Sherawali and musical narrations based on Lord Krishna, Radha and Sudama. The event was organised on the initiative of Prominent Mall owner Amit…

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Lucknow Metro Records Over 1 Lakh Daily Passengers for Four Consecutive Days

Hazaratganj and Charbagh stations witness highest passenger footfall; ridership peaks at 1.10 lakh on November 3 Lucknow: Lucknow Metro has recorded more than one lakh passengers daily for four consecutive days, indicating growing public confidence in the city’s metro services. The increase in ridership comes amid year-round awareness and public outreach initiatives undertaken by the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) to encourage greater use of public transport. According to UPMRC, the highest daily ridership during this period was recorded on November 3, when approximately 1.10 lakh passengers travelled by…

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