Category: Lucknow

251 Couples Make History with Collective ‘Padgahan’ of Acharya Subal Sagar Maharaj on Raksha Bandhan

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A unique religious gathering was witnessed at the Jain temple in Indira Nagar, Lucknow, on the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, where 251 couples collectively performed the traditional ‘Padgahan’ of Acharya Shri Subal Sagar Ji Maharaj and his monastic order and offered them food as part of the Jain tradition of ‘Aahar Daan’. Acharya Subal Sagar Maharaj and his Jain monastic group are currently staying at the temple in Indira Nagar for their Chaturmas period. The participation of 251 couples in the collective Padgahan was described by members of…

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Women Celebrate Hariyali Teej with Festive Spirit in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Women came together to celebrate Hariyali Teej with enthusiasm and traditional fervour at the Scorpio Club in Lucknow, where a colourful programme featuring cultural performances, games and a Teej Queen contest was organised. The celebrations began with a traditional welcome, as women participants were greeted with roli and brooches. The programme opened with a Shiv Stuti presented by Jyoti Singh, setting a devotional tone for the festivities. A series of dance performances followed, with participants including Jagriti, Deepa Singh, Asha Srivastava, Ruchi Sharma and Somlata Singh entertaining the gathering…

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The Last Room Where Anyone Can Argue: What Lucknow Loses When the Coffee House Closes

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: There are certain places that a city needs, whether it knows it or not. Not the famous ones—not the monuments tourists photograph or the luxury restaurants where deals are sealed behind private doors. I’m talking about the ordinary places. The ones with worn wooden tables, coffee stains on the saucers, and conversations that have no official agenda. These spaces are increasingly rare, and we should be alarmed about it. The Indian Coffee House in Lucknow sits locked right now. Eighty-eight years old, its doors have been shut for nearly…

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Rural Sporting Talent Gets a Platform on National Sports Day

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Rural sporting talent received a platform to showcase its abilities on National Sports Day, with the Youth Welfare and Provincial Rakshak Dal (PRD) Department organising a special sports event at its headquarters. The event was aimed at identifying and nurturing sporting talent in rural areas, providing young athletes with guidance and opportunities, and connecting rural youth with the mainstream through sports. Sanjay Singh, Deputy Director of the department, was present during the programme and interacted with players participating in various competitions. He encouraged the athletes and appreciated their enthusiasm…

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Maa Janki Seva Nyas Celebrates Raksha Bandhan with Message for a Plastic-Free Festival

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Maa Janki Seva Nyas organised a Raksha Bandhan celebration at CMS, Vishal Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, conveying a message of social responsibility and environmental protection alongside the traditional festival of sibling bonding. The programme was attended by Kaushal Ji Bhai Sahab, Prant Pracharak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Awadh Prant, as the chief guest. Prashant Bhatia, described as one of the Nyas’s major supporters and associates, was also present. The programme began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by Kaushal Ji Bhai Sahab along with other distinguished…

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Lucknow Connection Worldwide Celebrates Raksha Bandhan with Children at Chetna Institute

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow Connection Worldwide (LCWW) celebrated Raksha Bandhan with children with intellectual disabilities by visiting the Chetna Institute in Aliganj, Lucknow, as part of its ongoing social service initiatives. A team from LCWW’s Social Service Division visited the institute and spent quality time with the children. The delegation included Kailash Srivastava, Neerja Shukla, Vinod Srivastava, Sanjay Srivastava, Deepti Jaitley, P.C. Srivastava, Rachna Singh, Naveen Garg, Deepak Bhatia, Neeta Tekwani, Dr Dwarka Nath and Manju Bhatia. During the visit, the team interacted with the children and reviewed the facilities and support…

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Kiran Foundation Distributes Stationery and Food Items at Vidya Mandir Girls School

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Under On going program “Donate To Educate” Kiran Foundation organised a stationery and food distribution programme at Vidya Mandir Girls School, Narhi, Lucknow, benefiting around 135 students who were present at the school. On behalf of the organisation,  Manas Mitra, BJP IT Department Convenor, Awadh Region, along with Upanshu, distributed stationery and food items among the students. The initiative was aimed at supporting the educational needs of children and promoting the spirit of social service and community welfare. The programme was attended by Principal  Rashmi Yadav, Coordinator Khushbu Rani,…

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Paramparik Paridhan Sakhis,a social awareness group has celebrated “Sawan and Teej Festival Celebration” event at Kaleidoscope cafe, Gomtinagar.

Anil Jaiswal

  The group promotes handloom weaves sarees and Indian dress to support our handloom weavers. Founder of the PPS group,Rekha kumar, an educationist and social worker stressed on wearing Indian cotton dresses like sarees instead of western synthetic attire. She said ladies look more graceful and elegant in our silk and cotton traditional dresses which are world famous. She welcomed all the new members with Potted plants! Among the special guests Mrs Sunita Singh , MD Dayal group who is a social worker stressed upon helping the underprivileged children. Archana…

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Kajri, Swings and Monsoon Melodies Bring Sawan Alive at Udaan Sawan Utsav 2026

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The magic of Sawan came alive in Lucknow as women dressed in vibrant shades of green, adorned with mehendi, alta and fragrant gajras, danced to the soulful rhythms of traditional Kajri and Sawan songs at Udaan Sawan Utsav 2026. Organised by social and cultural organisation Udaan at Hotel The Golden Apple in Mahanagar on Sunday evening, the festive celebration recreated the timeless charm of the monsoon season through music, dance and the colourful traditions associated with Sawan. The atmosphere was reminiscent of a traditional monsoon celebration, with the imagery…

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Bhatkhande Sanskriti University Hosts Special Lecture on Indian Art and Culture

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Bhatkhande Sanskriti University, Lucknow, hosted an insightful special lecture on “Indian Art and Culture” at the Rai Umanath Bali Auditorium, bringing students and research scholars closer to the depth, diversity and enduring relevance of India’s artistic and cultural traditions. The lecture was delivered by Dr. Kiran Seth, Chairman of SPIC MACAY, who engaged the audience with reflections on Indian classical music, cultural traditions and the values embedded in the country’s artistic heritage. The programme began with a warm welcome to Dr. Seth by Prof. Mandvi Singh, Vice Chancellor of…

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