Category: Lucknow

Lucknow: Demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility and community engagement, Lulu Group International organized a special felicitation ceremony in collaboration with the Lucknow Traffic Police to recognize the dedicated service of traffic personnel. During the event, umbrellas and helmets were distributed to traffic police officers and staff in appreciation of their contribution to public safety and traffic management. The ceremony was attended by Raghvendra Singh, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Lucknow; Jayakumar Gangadharan; and Noman Aziz Khan, along with senior officials from the Traffic Police and Lulu Group. Addressing…

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Lucknow: In a major relief for millions of electricity consumers across Uttar Pradesh, the state government has decided not to increase power tariffs for the financial year 2026-27, marking the seventh consecutive year of stable electricity rates. Announcing the development, Uttar Pradesh Urban Development and Energy Minister A.K. Sharma described the decision as a reflection of the government’s consumer-friendly policies and commitment to affordable power. Reacting to the tariff order issued by the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, Sharma said the achievement was made possible through efficient financial management, regulatory…

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Lucknow: Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Lucknow-based Kiran Foundation to strengthen community development, social entrepreneurship, student engagement, and social outreach initiatives. The MoU was formally signed by Prof. (Dr.) Harshal Shah, Registrar, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, and Vishal Srivastava, Director, along with  Amrisha Srivastava of Kiran Foundation. The signing ceremony was attended by several senior university officials, including Dr. Gurminder Kaur, Associate Dean, Department of Student Welfare; Dr. Brijendra Singh Yadav, Director, University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS); Dr. Abhishek Kumar…

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Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has announced a major enforcement drive against unauthorized commercial activities being run from building basements across the city. The decision was taken during a review meeting of enforcement operations chaired by LDA Chairman and Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant at the Parijat Auditorium of the Authority headquarters. The meeting was attended by LDA Vice-Chairman Prathamesh Kumar, Secretary Vivek Srivastava, Chief Town Planner K. K. Gautam, Additional Secretary C. P. Tripathi, Joint Secretary Atul Kumar, Chief Engineer Manvendra Singh, along with zonal officers and engineers. During…

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Lucknow: In a citizen-friendly initiative aimed at promoting health and fitness, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has announced free entry for morning walkers at the Rashtriya Prerna Sthal located in Basant Kunj Yojana. The decision has been taken following an initiative by Defence Minister and Lucknow MP Rajnath Singh. According to an official statement issued by the LDA, Vice Chairman Prathamesh Kumar has approved the proposal, allowing citizens to enter the sprawling memorial complex free of charge every day from 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. The order has been issued…

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Lucknow: Senior BJP leader and Member of Parliament from Lucknow, Rajnath Singh, has written to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, requesting the construction of an elevated corridor over Shaheed Path in the state capital to address mounting traffic congestion and improve road safety. In his letter, Rajnath Singh highlighted the strategic importance of Shaheed Path, which was conceived during the late 1990s and early 2000s as a key highway link connecting four major national highways—Lucknow-Kanpur, Kanpur-Rae Bareli, Lucknow-Sultanpur, and Lucknow-Ayodhya. The project was approved during the…

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Lucknow: Aimed at promoting the safety of sanitation workers and safe sewer cleaning practices, the Regional Centre for Urban and Environmental Studies (RCUES) organized a two-day training program on “Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in Sanitation” on June 29 and 30, 2026. The program sought to raise awareness among officials from Urban Local Bodies and sanitation workers regarding safe operating procedures, modern technologies, and workplace safety. As part of the training, a special technical session titled “Practical Demonstration on Safe Desludging (Spot, Map, and Equip)” was held on June 30.…

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Lucknow: An evening dedicated to literature, history, and spiritual exploration unfolded at Universal Booksellers in Lucknow as readers and scholars gathered to celebrate the launch of Daughters of Meerabai: Portraits of Unsung Women Mystics by noted author and spiritual historian Dr. Namrata Chaturvedi. Organized in collaboration with Rupa Publications, the book launch and signing event was held at the bookstore’s Gomti Nagar outlet. The gathering attracted literature enthusiasts, historians, students, and seekers interested in India’s rich spiritual traditions, creating a vibrant atmosphere of discussion and reflection. The interactive session offered…

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Lucknow: The acclaimed theatrical production The Lesson, based on the celebrated absurdist play by renowned playwright Eugène Ionesco, was staged at the International Buddhist Research Institute, Gomti Nagar, as part of a three-day cultural programme organized by Shraddha Manav Seva Kalyan Samiti, Lucknow. The event was held with financial support from the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, under its approved cultural promotion initiative. The performance was presented by Akanksha Theatre Arts, Lucknow, and drew an enthusiastic audience of theatre enthusiasts, artists, and cultural patrons. The Hindi adaptation of the…

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