Category: Lucknow

Lucknow: The second day of the 7th International Conference on Plants and Environmental Pollution (ICPEP-7), held at CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow featured a wide-ranging scientific dialogue enriched with international contributions. The morning began with Poster Session II, covering vital themes such as biodiversity conservation, bioeconomy and sustainable development goals, ethnobotany for food and nutritional security, and floriculture in changing climate scenarios, reflecting significant research engagement. This was followed by a plenary session with eminent experts, including Dr. Jason C. White, Director, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, USA, who joined…

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Lucknow: To ensure the effective, transparent, and time-bound execution of the Special Summary Revision of Electoral Rolls across assembly constituencies, District Magistrate and District Election Officer Shri Vishakh G. convened an important meeting today. The meeting focused on expediting the work of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) through the deployment of Sector Officers. During the meeting, the District Election Officer informed that a total of 67 Sector Officers have been deployed across various assembly constituencies to support the work of BLOs. These Sector Officers will function strictly as per the orders…

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Lucknow:  Sharad Singh, Secretary & CEO of the SMS Group of Institutions, was honoured with the Special Honor Award at the 10th Banking Leadership Summit & Awards 2025 held today at Hotel Taj, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. The award was presented by  Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’, Minister for Industrial Development, Export Promotion, NRI and Investment Promotion, Government of Uttar Pradesh. The recognition celebrates  Singh’s exemplary leadership, his role in transforming institutional frameworks, and his outstanding contributions to the field of education. The prestigious summit, organised by the Indian Investors Federation, brought…

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(MUPSA). On taking over the prestigious appointment, the General Officer laid a solemn wreath at the Central Command Smritika War Memorial, paying homage to the fallen heroes and reaffirming the Army’s steadfast commitment to duty, honour and sacrifice. Addressing all ranks on assuming command, the General Officer exhorted them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, discipline and dedication, while continuing to strengthen operational, administrative and welfare initiatives across the Sub Area. He emphasised that the Sub Area must remain steadfast in its core responsibilities, particularly the welfare of serving…

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Lucknow: The 7th International Conference on Plant & Environmental Pollution (ICPEP-7) was inaugurated today at the CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow. Jointly organised by the International Society of Environmental Botanists (ISEB) and CSIR–NBRI, the global scientific event brings together leading researchers, academicians, policymakers, and industry representatives to deliberate on plant science, environmental resilience, climate stability, and ecological restoration. The central theme of this edition of the conference is:“Plants and Ecosystems for Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE), Green Growth and a Sustainable Future.” Dignitaries Grace the Inaugural Ceremony The inaugural session…

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Lucknow:  The 7th International Conference on Plants and Environmental Pollution (ICPEP-7), jointly organized by the International Society of Environmental Botanists (ISEB) and CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), will be held from 30 November to 2 December 2025 at CSIR-NBRI, Lucknow. The central theme of the conference is “Plants & Ecosystems for Advancing LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), Green Growth, and Sustainable Future” Dr. AK Shasany, Director, CSIR-NBRI informed that ICPEP-7 has attracted an overwhelming response from researchers across India and abroad. A large number of scientific abstracts have been received, reflecting…

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Lucknow: In a breakthrough that could reshape sustainable agriculture, a research team from the Department of Botany, University of Lucknow, led by Prof. Mohammad Israil Ansari, has developed an eco-friendly nanotechnology that significantly enhances the growth, yield, and nutritional quality of lettuce plants. Prof. Ansari and his team have synthesized gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA)-stabilized gold nanoparticles, a novel combination that merges nanoscience with plant physiology. GABA, known for its key role in plant signaling and stress tolerance, acts as a natural stabilizer and bioactive enhancer in this innovation—making it both…

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Lucknow: The Faculty of Law at Lucknow University’s Second Campus successfully organised a one-day ‘Clothing Donation Camp’ through its two NSS units, with the aim of providing essential clothing to the needy and fostering a spirit of service and social responsibility among students. The camp was conducted under the leadership of NSS Programme Officers Dr. Shashi Prabha Joshi and Dr. Chandrashekhar Rai. The event drew special encouragement from the esteemed presence of Prof. Ramesh Kumar Verma, Head and Dean, Faculty of Law, and Prof. R.K. Singh, Director of the Second…

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Lucknow: Marking the 105th Foundation Day of Lucknow University, the Institute of New and Renewable Energy, under the dynamic leadership of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Manuka Khanna, launched a four-day mega awareness campaign aimed at educating school and college students about the growing importance of sustainable energy solutions. At the inauguration, Dr. Jyotsna Singh, Director of the Institute, highlighted the rapidly transforming global energy landscape. “Energy transition is happening at a remarkable pace. This campaign will help young learners understand how clean and green energy is produced and why it is vital…

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