Amity University Lucknow Campus begins two-day Orientation-2026

Lucknow: Amity University Lucknow Campus on Monday began its two-day Orientation-2026 programme for the new academic session 2026-27, with around 2000 newly admitted students and their parents participating in the event. The orientation programme aims to familiarise students and parents with the university’s academic system, departments, teaching methodology, campus facilities, mentoring framework and various opportunities for academic and overall development. The programme commenced with a traditional Vedic havan and pooja, conducted amid Vedic chants. Amity University Lucknow Campus Pro Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Anil Vashisht, heads of various departments and newly…

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Lucknow Photographer Anil Risal Singh to Receive Prestigious APSA Honour

Five and a Half Decades of Photographic Excellence Earn Global Recognition Lucknow: Senior Lucknow-based photographer Anil Risal Singh, former president of the Federation of Indian Photography and president of the Lucknow Camera Club, has been selected for the prestigious Associate of the Photographic Society of America (APSA) honour in recognition of his long-standing contribution, artistic achievements and sustained involvement in the field of international photography. The honour has been announced by the Honours Committee of the Photographic Society of America (PSA), one of the world’s leading photography organisations. The announcement…

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Young Adults Increasingly Vulnerable to Neurological Disorders, Early Diagnosis and Timely Treatment Hold the Key: Experts at Medanta Neuro Conclave 2026

Lucknow, 9 August, 2026: Neurological disorders are emerging as one of the biggest public health challenges in India, with experts warning that stroke and other brain disorders are increasingly affecting younger adults due to sedentary lifestyles, hypertension, diabetes and obesity. According to the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study, neurological disorders are today the leading cause of ill health and disability worldwide, affecting more than 3.4 billion people. India reports an estimated 1.8–2 million new stroke cases every year, while nearly one in every four adults above the age of…

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Festival of Colours and Thought: Painting Workshop Inspired by Manjit Bawa Concludes at Lucknow Public School

LUCKNOW — A six-day painting workshop inspired by the art of renowned Indian artist Manjit Bawa (1941–2008) concluded at Lucknow Public School, Anand Nagar branch, as part of the Aesthetic and Cultural Development Programme 2026–27. Held from August 3 to 8, the workshop saw 32 students create 32 artworks drawing from Bawa’s distinctive artistic vision. The programme ended with a certificate distribution ceremony for all participants and an exhibition of their paintings. Exploring Bawa’s Artistic Language Centered on Bawa’s unique visual language, the workshop served as a creative and intellectual…

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Green, Gulaal and Giggles: Lucknow Comes Together to Celebrate Teej in Style

Lucknow: There’s something about Teej that turns even the most ordinary banquet hall into a riot of colour and laughter, and Hotel The Golden Apple in Mahanagar found that out firsthand this week. Social Event Group brought the city together for “Teej Mahotsav – Season 1,” an evening that had women and families showing up in their brightest green outfits, ready to sing, dance, and compete their way through one of the most joyous festivals on the calendar. The celebration wasn’t just about the festivities, though — it also carried…

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Anti-Drug Awareness Campaign Held at Isabella Thoburn College

Lucknow — Under the initiative of the Uttar Pradesh government, an awareness seminar and pledge-taking ceremony was organized at Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow, as part of a drug de-addiction campaign. The event was jointly conducted by NSS Units 1, 2, and 3 along with the Department of Commerce. Students pledged to raise public awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse, to stay away from substance abuse themselves, and to contribute to nation-building by becoming responsible citizens. Principal Dr. Major Neerja Masih encouraged the youth to adopt a healthy lifestyle…

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 ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ Campaign Held in Kunwar Jyoti Prasad Ward

Lucknow — The Vedanta Computer Academy organized a tree plantation drive under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ (A Tree in Mother’s Name) campaign in the Kunwar Jyoti Prasad Ward of Lucknow today. The initiative draws inspiration from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s nationwide call for the campaign and was carried out in response to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s appeal to citizens across Uttar Pradesh to participate in the environmental drive. The event was organized by Manas Mitra, founder of the Vedanta Computer Academy and IT Head for the Awadh Region,…

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SPARKOFEST 2.0 to Spark Innovation and Entrepreneurial Spirit Across UP

Two-Day National Conclave “Idea 2 Impact” Set for November 28–29 at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University Lucknow — Saraswati Dental College & Hospital, Lucknow, in partnership with ZoopUp Technologies, is gearing up for the second edition of its National Conclave on Innovation and Entrepreneurship — SPARKOFEST 2.0: Idea 2 Impact — built around the theme “Innovate, Invest, Inspire.” It’s a fresh step by the institution to push the innovation and entrepreneurship agenda forward in Uttar Pradesh. The two-day event will be held at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University, Lucknow, on…

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The Department of Home Science, Shri Guru Nanak Girls’ P.G. College, University of Lucknow, organized a Quiz

and Awareness Talk on the occasion of Breastfeeding Awareness Week on 7th August 2026 (Friday). The programme aimed to spread awareness about the importance of breastfeeding, maternal nutrition, and infant health among students. The event commenced with a Quiz Competition from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, where students enthusiastically participated and demonstrated their knowledge of maternal and child health, nutrition, and breastfeeding practices.The programme was followed by an Awareness Talk from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. The keynote speaker, Ms. Ranu Singh, Community Nutritionist and Chief Program Officer, IAPEN India,…

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Digital Green’s AI Farming Assistant FarmerChat Crosses 1 Million Users in India, Launches FarmerChat 2.0

Lucknow: Digital Green’s AI-powered farming advisory assistant, FarmerChat, has crossed the milestone of one million users in India, marking a significant step in the use of artificial intelligence to deliver timely and personalised agricultural information to farmers. Launched in October 2024, the platform has now been upgraded with the launch of FarmerChat 2.0, designed to make location-specific and reliable farming advice more accessible to a larger number of farmers. Available in five languages, FarmerChat provides information on crop management, pest and disease control, livestock care and weather conditions. The platform…

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