Science with Purpose & Technology for Society: Mantra for CSIR

Lucknow:  The 85th Foundation Day of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) was organized at the Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR-IITR), Lucknow with a celebration that brought together scientific innovation, young minds and the Institute’s commitment to research for societal benefit. The programme was graced by Dr S.P. Vasireddi, Executive Chairman, Vimta Labs Ltd., Hyderabad, as the Chief Guest. The event was presided over by Dr Bhaskar Narayan, Director, CSIR-IITR. At the outset, Dr Rajnish Chaturvedi, Scientist G & Chairperson of the Organizing Committee called upon the CSIR…

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CSIR-CDRI Organizes Open Day to Inspire Young Minds on 85th CSIR Foundation Day

Lucknow: CSIR–Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI), Lucknow, organized an Open Day on the occasion of the 85th CSIR Foundation Day, providing school and college students an opportunity to explore the world of science, research and innovation. The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), established on 26 September 1942, is one of India’s premier scientific research organizations, comprising 37 national laboratories and institutes across the country. As part of the Foundation Day celebrations, CSIR-CDRI opened its research facilities to young learners with the objective of nurturing scientific curiosity and encouraging…

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Lucknow CBSE Sahodaya Organizes Workshop on “Designing Future-Ready Schools”

  The Lucknow CBSE Sahodaya Schools’ Complex successfully organized an insightful workshop on “Designing Future-Ready Schools: Reimagining Infrastructure, Pedagogy and the Role of Artificial Intelligence and Computational Thinking” on Monday, 28th September 2026, at Hotel JBR Grand, Lucknow. The event was graced by distinguished special guests, Mr. Sudhir Halwasiya, Manager/Secretary, Navyug Radiance Group of Schools, Mr. Anuj Awasthi, Chairman, Jaipuria School, Kanpur Road, and Mr. Krishna Murari, Chairman, SDSN Group of Schools. The event began with the traditional lamp lighting ceremony and a devotional dance performance by the students of…

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PDA Stenting Saves Life of Three-Day-Old Newborn at Medanta Lucknow

Lucknow: Doctors at Medanta Lucknow successfully performed a PDA stenting procedure on a three-day-old newborn suffering from a complex congenital heart defect, helping restore blood flow to the lungs without open-heart surgery. The 4-kg baby had a large ventricular septal defect (VSD), or a hole between the heart’s lower chambers, along with pulmonary atresia, a condition in which the main artery carrying blood from the heart to the lungs is not properly developed. In such cases, blood reaches the lungs through the patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), a blood vessel that…

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REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY COMMEMORATES 200TH GUNNERS’ DAY AT LUCKNOW

  Lucknow, 28 September 2026: The Regiment of Artillery commemorated the momentous occasion of its 200th Gunners’ Day at Lucknow, celebrating two centuries of valour, sacrifice, professionalism and distinguished service to the Nation. As part of the commemorative events, Maj Gen Vikramjit Singh Gill, MG Arty, Headquarters Central Command, accompanied by Veterans and senior officers of the Regiment of Artillery, laid a wreath at Smritika War Memorial. The solemn ceremony paid tribute to the brave Gunners who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty and honoured the enduring…

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National PG College Hosts Manthan 2026 on ‘Shastra to Strategy’ and Indian Wisdom

Lucknow: The Faculty of Management Studies at National Post Graduate College, Lucknow, organised Manthan 2026 on the theme “Shastra to Strategy” and the broader idea of “Indian Wisdom for Modern Expression”, bringing together academic, management and cultural perspectives on the relevance of Indian knowledge traditions in contemporary life. The programme was organised under the guidance of Ujjwal Raman Singh, Manager, National PG College, and Prof. Devendra Kumar Singh, Principal of the college. Addressing the gathering, Prof. Singh highlighted the contemporary relevance of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), noting that principles embedded…

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Third Wave Coffee Opens Two Cafés in Lucknow, Reaches 250-Store Milestone

Lucknow: Specialty coffee brand Third Wave Coffee has expanded its presence in Lucknow with the launch of two new cafés, adding another destination for the city’s growing community of coffee enthusiasts. The two outlets have been opened in Hazratganj and Gomti Nagar. The Hazratganj café marks the brand’s 250th outlet, while the two launches take Third Wave Coffee’s total number of outlets in North India to 72. Founded in Bengaluru in 2016, Third Wave Coffee has expanded across several major Indian cities. Its entry into Lucknow is aimed at offering…

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Amity’s Innovation Expo-2026 showcases students’ innovative ideas, creative projects and technology-driven solutions

Lucknow: Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus organised Innovation Expo-2026 as part of its ongoing Innovation Week, providing students from various schools and departments with a platform to showcase their innovative ideas, creative projects and technology-driven models. Held on the theme ‘Innovate. Integrate. Impact’, the week-long initiative celebrates creativity, new thinking and ideas that have the potential to create meaningful impact in society. Innovation Week is organised every year to mark the birthday of Dr. Aseem Chauhan, Chairman, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus. The Innovation Week, which commenced on…

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Traffic Management in Kamta, Polytechnic and Chinhat Areas Reviewed

Lucknow: A review meeting was held at the Smart City Office in Lalbagh on Saturday to strengthen traffic management in the Kamta, Polytechnic and Chinhat areas of Lucknow. The meeting was chaired by the DCP (Traffic) and attended by officials from the departments concerned. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on compliance with directions issued earlier and on short-, medium- and long-term measures to improve traffic movement in the identified areas. The regulation and operation of e-rickshaws also came under detailed review. Officials discussed adherence to designated routes, regulation…

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ASUS Showcases New Laptops and Gaming Devices to Lucknow Creators and Gamers

Lucknow: Taiwanese technology company ASUS hosted the Lucknow edition of its 2026 community event series, ‘Beyond Incredible with ASUS’, bringing together creators, gamers, technology enthusiasts and ASUS fans. Held in Gomti Nagar, the event focused on innovation, creativity and next-generation computing technology. Participants got an opportunity to experience ASUS’ latest devices through hands-on demonstrations and interactive product sessions. As part of its community engagement initiative, ASUS showcased products across its gaming, creator and premium computing portfolios, including the Zenbook, Vivobook, ProArt, ROG and TUF Gaming series. The demonstrations highlighted applications…

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