Category: Lucknow

Lucknow: In a significant push to integrate heritage, faith, and local economic growth, the Uttar Pradesh government is fast-tracking the development of the historic Siddhnath Temple, a lesser-known yet deeply revered spiritual site in the state capital. The rejuvenation and beautification project, undertaken by the state tourism department, is now in its final phase, with nearly 75 percent of the work already completed. With an investment of over ₹1 crore, the redevelopment of the 300-year-old temple—also known as Bada Shivala Shri Siddhnath Mandir—is part of a broader strategy to bring…

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Lucknow: The Awadh Mela witnessed a vibrant blend of music, honour, and celebration as renowned artists enthralled thousands of soldiers and their families at the Cantonment sports ground. The highlight of the evening was the conferment of the prestigious Naushad Samman on Padma Shri awardee Anup Jalota and Surabhi Ranjan, in the presence of senior military officials. The event, organized by Hunar Creation and Craft Association with support from Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi, also honoured artists including Sameer-Deepali, Samarjeet Randhawa, Shirsha Rakshit, and Biswarup Banerjee.…

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Lucknow: Marking the occasion of World Sparrow Day, city-based artist Ashwani Kumar Prajapati presented a unique and meaningful artwork highlighting the growing disconnect between modern lifestyles and nature. The striking creation features a sparrow crafted entirely from metal spoons—an unusual medium that symbolizes the increasing dominance of artificial elements in human life. Through this innovative approach, the artist conveys how urbanization and modern habits have gradually disrupted the natural habitat of sparrows. The artwork also incorporates scattered grains and empty spaces, delivering a powerful visual message: humans have not only…

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Lucknow: Seth M.R. Jaipuria School, Goel Campus has once again made the institution and the state proud, as one of its students has truly soared high. Ahaan Shukla of Class 7D secured the First Prize in the Sparrow Day Quiz organized by the Uttar Pradesh Government on the occasion of World Sparrow Day, observed annually on March 20. His achievement is indeed a feather in the cap for the school. World Sparrow Day aims to raise awareness about the declining population of house sparrows and promote their conservation. With themes…

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Lucknow: The auspicious festival of Navratri begins today, marking nine days of devotion dedicated to Goddess Durga. Devotees across the country are preparing to observe fasts, perform rituals, and seek divine blessings for prosperity and well-being. Religious experts and priests have outlined key practices to follow during Navratri to ensure spiritual discipline and maximize the benefits of worship. What to Do During Navratri Devotees are advised to maintain purity in both body and mind throughout the nine days. Using red-colored clothes, flowers, and prayer mats is considered auspicious, as red…

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh State Chapter of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) organized the Udyam Pragati Workshop 2026 at PHD House in Lucknow, bringing together a large number of MSME entrepreneurs, with notable participation from women-led enterprises. The workshop aimed to strengthen small-scale industries, cottage industries, and women entrepreneurs by providing insights into government schemes, institutional support, and business growth opportunities. Representatives from National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and Laghu Udyog Bharati were also present. Key speakers at the event included Sunil Kumar, Joint Commissioner…

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Lucknow: Saraswati Dental College & Hospital, Lucknow took a pioneering step toward fostering innovation and entrepreneurial spirit in the State by hosting a two-day National Conclave on Innovation and Entrepreneurship titled SPARKOFEST 1.0 – Idea 2 Impact. The event held on 14 &15 March was graced by the Chief Guest, Shri Awanish Kumar Awasthi, IAS (Retd.) Chief Advisor to CM UP. Shri Amit K Ghosh, IAS, Addl Chief Secretary, Medical health & Family welfare and Medical Education and Vice Chancellor of ABVMU Maj Gen Amit Devgan were the Guests of…

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Lucknow: A high-impact session on Conflict Resolution was conducted by renowned behavioural trainer and facilitator Chandra Shekhar Varma for an international cohort of participants under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme, an initiative of the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. The session was hosted at the Bankers Institute of Rural Development (BIRD), Lucknow, and witnessed participation from delegates representing eight countries, including Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Mongolia, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam. What made the session particularly significant was the stature of the participants, which included…

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Lucknow – The Amity School of Engineering & Technology (ASET), Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus, inaugurated the 2nd IETE International Conference on Computing, Communication and Intelligent Systems (ICCCIS-2026) along with the IETE Zonal Seminar on Data Science, Communication and Information Security. The two-day conference and seminar are being organised in collaboration with the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), Lucknow Centre. The event has brought together eminent experts, academicians, faculty members, and students from across the country to deliberate on emerging trends and advancements in these critical domains.…

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