Lucknow: Premium poultry brand Happynest has joined hands with Feeding India to support nutritional assistance for underprivileged children, helping provide meals to more than 33,000 children in Lucknow between January and May 2026. The collaboration is aimed at strengthening efforts to combat hunger and malnutrition among vulnerable communities. As part of the initiative, Happynest contributed over ₹5 lakh to Feeding India’s Daily Feeding Programme, enabling the distribution of nutritious meals to children studying in schools across the city. The programme reaches children and families through schools, Anganwadi centres and other…
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Record Turnout Marks CueX Academy Snooker & Billiards Tournament
Lucknow: Cue sports in Lucknow are witnessing a remarkable surge in popularity, as the ongoing CueX Academy of Cue Sports Snooker & Billiards Tournament has attracted a record number of participants from across the city. The prestigious local championship has emerged as one of the largest cue sports events ever organized in Lucknow, drawing top players and promising talents under one roof. The tournament has registered an unprecedented 86 entries in the snooker category, setting a new benchmark for local snooker competitions. The overwhelming response reflects the growing enthusiasm for…
Read MoreA Vibrant Display of Cultures Alongside Honors for Distinguished Personalities
– Dance-drama on Lord Gautam Buddha captivates the audience – Play titled ‘Kanha se Dwarikadhish’ staged alongside Dastangoi Lucknow: The ‘Virangana Sammelan’ (Heroines’ Conclave) and ‘Lakshmanpuri Festival-2026’ were organized on Thursday, June 18, 2026, starting at 4:00 PM. The event was held under the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Abhiyan’ (Saluting Women’s Power) through the joint efforts of the International Buddhist Research Institute (Department of Culture), ‘Badlav: Ek Kadam Shiksha Ki Ore’, and ‘Kala Karavan’. Held at the auditorium of the International Buddhist Research Institute in Gomti Nagar on the martyrdom anniversary…
Read MoreLucknow Branch of ICAI Felicitates Newly Qualified Chartered Accountants; 43 New CAs Honoured at Felicitation Ceremony
Lucknow: The Lucknow Branch of the Central India Regional Council (CIRC) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) organized a grand CA Final Achievers Felicitation Ceremony at ICAI Bhawan, Lucknow, to honour the students who successfully qualified as Chartered Accountants in the CA Final Examination held in May 2026. The event celebrated the remarkable achievement of the newly qualified Chartered Accountants and witnessed enthusiastic participation from successful candidates, their family members, senior members of the profession, past chairmen, and members of the Managing Committee of the Lucknow Branch.…
Read MoreKathak Exponent Devika Devendra S. Mangalamukhi Delivers Inspiring Lecture-Demonstration in Memory of Guru Kapila Raj
Lucknow: In a fitting tribute to renowned Kathak guru Kapila Raj, celebrated Kathak dancer Devika Devendra S. Mangalamukhi presented an insightful lecture-cum-demonstration at the premises of the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi (UPSNA) on Wednesday. The event was organized as part of the state’s ongoing efforts to preserve and promote traditional arts under the cultural vision of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the guidance of Culture and Tourism Minister Jaiveer Singh. A distinguished Third gender Kathak artist belonging to the Lucknow Gharana and a recipient of the…
Read MoreCSIR-CIMAP Unveils 22 Indigenous Certified Reference Materials to Strengthen India’s Quality Infrastructure
Lucknow: In a significant step towards strengthening India’s scientific quality infrastructure and advancing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research has expanded its indigenous Certified Reference Materials (CRM) ecosystem through the development and release of 22 phytochemical reference standards under the Bharatiya Nirdeshak Dravya (BND®) initiative. Certified Reference Materials play a critical role in ensuring measurement accuracy, traceability, quality assurance and regulatory compliance across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food safety, environmental monitoring, biotechnology, agriculture and industrial testing. With increasing regulatory requirements and a growing number…
Read More‘Gita Samvad’ Sculpture Installed at Lucknow Junction Railway Station
Illuminated Display Showcases Lord Krishna’s Message from the Bhagavad Gita Lucknow: In a unique initiative aimed at promoting India’s spiritual and cultural heritage, the Northeast Railway has installed a striking ‘Gita Samvad’ (Dialogue of the Gita) sculpture at Lucknow Junction Railway Station. The newly installed artwork depicts the iconic moment from the Bhagavad Gita in which Lord Krishna imparts divine wisdom to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Housed within a glass enclosure, the sculpture features a chariot scene symbolizing the timeless dialogue that forms the essence of the sacred…
Read More10-Year-Old Girl Recites Hanuman Sahasranama Five Times from Memory at Ramakrishna Math, Inspiring Devotees
Seventh Bada Mangal Celebrations Witness Deep Devotion and Spiritual Fervour in Lucknow Lucknow: An atmosphere of devotion, spirituality, and cultural pride marked the celebrations of the seventh Bada Mangal of the holy month of Jyeshtha at Ramakrishna Math, where a remarkable feat by a 10-year-old girl captivated devotees and spiritual seekers alike. The highlight of the day-long celebrations was the extraordinary performance of Kumari Aryama Shukla, who recited the Shri Hanuman Sahasranama five times continuously and flawlessly from memory without referring to any text. Her exceptional command over Sanskrit scriptures…
Read MoreDivisional Facilitation Council Meets to Safeguard Interests of Micro and Small Enterprises
24 Delayed Payment Cases Reviewed; Emphasis Placed on Amicable Settlement Four New References Approved for Registration Lucknow: A meeting of the Divisional Facilitation Council, Lucknow, was held at the Export Bhawan under the chairmanship of Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant to address delayed payment disputes involving Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) and ensure their timely and effective resolution. The meeting focused on protecting the interests of micro and small enterprises by facilitating the settlement of outstanding payment-related disputes. Officials from various departments, along with representatives and parties associated with the…
Read MoreTransport Minister Inaugurates ‘Pravas 5 Curtain Raiser’ Event in Lucknow
Major Gathering of Transport Industry Leaders Highlights Growth, Digital Transformation, and Future Opportunities Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Transport, Dayashankar Singh, inaugurated the “Pravas 5 Curtain Raiser” programme by lighting the ceremonial lamp at Hotel Ornate in Lucknow. The event brought together prominent stakeholders from the transport industry, including bus and car operators, business leaders, and policymakers from across the country. The inaugural ceremony was attended by Satish Gautam and Rajeev Gumber, among other distinguished guests. Addressing the gathering, Minister Dayashankar Singh praised the organizers for…
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