New Delhi: The Aadhaar card has become one of the most essential identity documents for citizens across India. However, the paper-based Aadhaar often gets torn, damaged by water, or worn out with regular use. To address this issue, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced the Aadhaar PVC Card, a durable and convenient alternative. The Aadhaar PVC Card is a plastic card, similar in size and strength to an ATM or PAN card. It is lightweight, waterproof, and long-lasting, making it suitable for daily use. Equipped with a…
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Grand All India Bodybuilding Championship Held in Lucknow
Lucknow: The auditorium of Natya Kala Kendra at Kaisarbagh resonated with the spirit of sports and fitness as the All India Bodybuilding Championship 2026 was successfully organised by the Lucknow Builders and Fitness Association. The national-level event witnessed the participation of leading bodybuilders from across the country, who showcased remarkable strength, discipline and physical excellence. After intense competition held across multiple rounds, Naushad Khan of Karnataka was crowned “Mr India Bodybuilder 2026,” while Anjana Kushwaha from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, was declared “Miss India Body Fitness 2026.” Apart from these top…
Read MoreYouth Running Free Public Service Camps Felicitated in Lucknow
Lucknow: A felicitation programme was organised today at the office of All India Jamiatul Quraish District President Shahzad Quraishi, where young volunteers running free public service camps were honoured for their social work. On the occasion, Shahzad Quraishi encouraged the youths who have been organising free Jan Seva camps in Billochpura by presenting them with shawls and garlands. He praised their dedication, stating that for several months these volunteers have been running camps throughout the day, both at the office and in the lanes of Billochpura, to provide free assistance…
Read MoreState-Level Traders’ Executive Committee Meeting Scheduled for 8th in Lucknow
Lucknow: A major state-level meeting of traders from across Uttar Pradesh will be held on 8th, as the Akhil Bharatiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal and the Uttar Pradesh Yuva Udyog Vyapar Mandal prepare to convene their Pradesh Karyasamiti (State Executive Committee) meeting in the state capital. The decision was taken during a core committee meeting of state office-bearers, held in Lucknow under the leadership of National President Sandeep Bansal. The meeting will take place on Krishna Paksha Shashthi of Vikram Samvat 2082 at the International Buddhist Research Institute, Gomti Nagar, starting…
Read MoreLucknow Farmers Market to Host Sustainability-Focused Fashion Show on February 8
Lucknow: Lucknow Farmers Market is set to host one of the city’s most distinctive fashion events, combining creativity with environmental responsibility, on Sunday, February 8, 2026. The sustainability-driven fashion showcase will be held during the Spring Edition of the Lucknow Farmers Market at Habibullah Estate, Hazratganj, with the runway presentation scheduled from 4 pm to 5 pm. The event is being jointly organised by Lucknow Farmers Market, Tree Take Magazine, JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Geetanjali Salon and Katwalk Academy, Lucknow. The occasion also marks the 11th anniversary celebrations of…
Read MoreDistrict Magistrate Chairs Sampoorna Samadhan Diwas at Mohanlalganj Tehsil
Lucknow | Under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Vishakh G., Sampoorna Samadhan Diwas was organised across all five tehsils of the district, with a strong focus on time-bound and quality disposal of public grievances. The District Magistrate informed that a total of 540 cases were received across the five tehsils during the grievance redressal programme, out of which 125 cases were resolved on the spot. At Mohanlalganj Tehsil, the District Magistrate personally ensured the on-the-spot disposal of 75 cases. Emphasising the government’s priority of resolving public grievances at the local…
Read MoreWater Metro to Run on Gomti River: UP Government Gears Up for Ambitious Urban Transport Project
Lucknow | The Uttar Pradesh Transport Department has proposed the launch of a Water Metro service on the Gomti River, marking a significant step towards strengthening inland water transport and boosting tourism in the state. A technical feasibility report for the project has been presented to Transport Minister Dayashankar Singh by Sanjay Kumar, Director of Kochi Metro, whose expertise has played a key role in India’s first successful water metro system. The feasibility study has been prepared for operating water metro services at three major locations in Uttar Pradesh. As…
Read MoreLucknow Darshan Electric Double-Decker Bus to Showcase Heritage, Women Safety and Good Governance
Lucknow: Tourism in Uttar Pradesh under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has evolved beyond visits to historical and religious sites, emerging as a powerful medium to highlight good governance, women safety and social responsibility. Taking this vision forward, the ‘Lucknow Darshan’ electric double-decker bus service will be launched in the state capital from January 7, offering tourists a unique blend of heritage exploration and a glimpse of the state’s robust law-and-order framework. Tourism Minister Jaiveer Singh will flag off the eco-friendly bus service on January 6. Operated by…
Read MoreIIM Lucknow Study Examines the Financial Impact of CSR Expenditure on Indian Companies
In Indian context, the study found that mandatory CSR may increase Cost of Equity LUCKNOW: Indian Institute of Management Lucknow faculty has conducted a study examining the cost of equity with respect to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expenditure, with a specific focus on poverty alleviation activities. Centric to the Indian market, the study investigates how mandatory CSR spending can impact investors’ perspectives, financial risk assessments, and the cost at which firms can raise equity capital. The findings of this research have been published in the prestigious Journal of Accounting in Emerging Economies,…
Read MoreJaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow inaugurates Winter School 2026 on ‘Advanced Research Methods’
Lucknow: January 5th – 10th 2026, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, formally inaugurated Winter School 2026 – Expanding Research Capabilities: A Deep Dive into Research Methods with a ceremonial inaugural session and the auspicious Lighting of the Lamp, symbolizing the pursuit of knowledge, inquiry, and academic excellence. The inaugural ceremony was graced by Prof. M. P. Gupta, Director, IIM Lucknow, as the Chief Guest, along with the presence of Deans, faculty members, doctoral scholars, researchers, academicians, and participants attending in both offline and online modes. In his inaugural address, Prof.…
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