Category: Lucknow

Lucknow: Reinforcing the message that an empowered and liberated woman lies at the heart of a progressive nation, the NBT Uttar Pradesh Women Bike Rally was held in Lucknow with great enthusiasm and participation. The rally was flagged off by Rajya Sabha MP and former Deputy Chief Minister Dinesh Sharma, along with Guest of Honour Reena Singh. The event was organized to celebrate women’s strength, intellect, and indomitable spirit, sending a powerful message of empowerment and equality. Participants were warmly welcomed by Sudhir Mishra, Resident Editor of Navbharat Times, Lucknow.…

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Lucknow: In a significant step to provide relief to citizens amid rising temperatures, Lucknow Mayor Sushma Kharkwal inaugurated a cooling centre at the 1090 Chauraha on Monday. The initiative has been launched keeping in view the intense summer heat, aiming to offer comfort and respite to commuters and local residents. The cooling centre is equipped with essential facilities such as coolers, fans, and access to chilled drinking water, ensuring immediate relief for people affected by the scorching weather. Senior officials, including Additional Municipal Commissioner Dr. Arvind Kumar Rao, were also…

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Lucknow: The 16th National Pasmanda Social Conference of the Momin Ansar Sabha was successfully held at Ravindra Hall, Charbagh, Lucknow, under the chairmanship of National President Mohammad Akram Ansari. The event was conducted by Naseem Ansari and witnessed participation from delegates across Uttar Pradesh as well as states including Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Delhi, and Haryana. A large number of office bearers and members from district and city units of the organisation participated in the conference, representing the Pasmanda Muslim community, particularly the weaving and artisan groups. Call for Political…

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Lucknow: In a strong assertion of student democratic rights, the All India Students’ Association (AISA) successfully conducted its 9th Lucknow University unit conference despite the university administration cancelling the event at the last moment, even after prior written permission had been granted. Following the cancellation, students organized an open session and protest at Gate No. 1 of Lucknow University, which was addressed by former JNUSU President Comrade Dhananjay and AISA National President Comrade Neha. Subsequently, the organization’s internal session was held successfully at the UP Press Club, where a new…

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Lucknow/Kanpur: A community meeting aimed at the upliftment of the Yadav society was organised at Jaitipur Road, Ghatampur, under the initiative of former Village Development Officer Amar Singh Yadav. The gathering brought together community leaders, educators, former representatives, and social workers to deliberate on issues affecting the society and to strengthen collective unity. The meeting focused on removing internal disparities within the community and taking a collective pledge to promote education, organisation, and social awareness. Speakers stressed the importance of becoming socially and educationally empowered in order to contribute positively…

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Lucknow: Under the call of the United Kisan Morcha, farmers across Uttar Pradesh staged widespread protests in districts and tehsils, opposing the proposed privatization of the power sector. Protesters demanded the immediate withdrawal of the privatization process and raised concerns over its impact on farmers, workers, and common consumers. In the state capital Lucknow, the demonstration was jointly led by Shailendra Dubey, Provincial Convener of the Vidyut Karmchari Sanyukt Sangharsh Samiti, Uttar Pradesh, and Ekadashi Yadav, District President of the United Kisan Morcha. A memorandum addressed to the Chief Minister…

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Lucknow: As part of the ongoing “Mahila Jan Aakrosh Padyatra” being organised across all mandals by the BJP Lucknow Metropolitan unit, a large women-led protest march was held in Mandal-3 of the West Assembly constituency. The event witnessed active participation from the BJP Mahila Morcha and several local women from the area. The march was held under the presence of BJP Lucknow Metropolitan President Anand Dwivedi, who attended as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, Dwivedi said that the Central Government has consistently supported the cause of enhancing women’s political…

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Lucknow: Bhathkhande Sanskriti University, Lucknow, organized two significant dialogue sessions on “Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita & E-FIR” and “Women-Led Development” at the Jaishankar Prasad Auditorium. The events witnessed active participation from academicians, legal experts, and students, reflecting strong intellectual engagement on contemporary legal and social themes. The first session, focused on “Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita & E-FIR,” was chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. Mandavi Singh. The keynote address was delivered by senior advocate of the Lucknow High Court,  Bulbul Godiyal, who elaborated on recent transformations in the Indian justice system. She highlighted…

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