Category: Lucknow

Lucknow: The second day of the four-day workshop on Thumri and Khayal singing, being organised under the chair established in the sacred memory of Begum Akhtar, concluded in a dignified and inspiring atmosphere at Bhatkhande Sanskriti University. The workshop, scheduled from February 16 to 19, 2026, is being conducted by the Department of Vocal Music at the university’s Sujan Auditorium. Renowned Hindustani classical vocalist Shubha Guha is serving as the expert mentor, guiding students and research scholars through intensive training sessions. At the commencement of the second day’s proceedings, Vidushi…

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Lucknow: The Department of Anthropology, National PG College, Lucknow, organized various academic and cultural programmes on the occasion of “World Anthropology Day” on February 19, 2026. The objective of the event was to create awareness among students about the importance of anthropology, indigenous knowledge systems, and Indian traditional knowledge traditions. The Principal of the college, Prof. Devendra Kumar Singh, addressed the students and emphasized that the Indian traditional knowledge system can serve as an important foundation for global human welfare. He encouraged the youth to understand this knowledge tradition and…

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Lucknow: Embodying the spirit of unity and togetherness, Lulu Hypermarket Lucknow marked the auspicious occasion of Holi with a heartwarming community outreach initiative. Under its special “Happy Holi” campaign, the hypermarket’s team distributed Holi kits to children at Shrimad Dayanand Bal Sadan, sharing festive cheer and creating moments of joy. The event witnessed a beautiful blend of excitement and smiles as children received the Holi kits. Their faces lit up with happiness, reflecting the true essence of the festival. Members of the Lulu team spent quality time with the children,…

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Lucknow: A review meeting on preparations for Census 2027 along with a comprehensive training session for charge officers was held today at the Collectorate Auditorium under the chairmanship of District Magistrate  Vishakh G. The session focused on ensuring the smooth and systematic conduct of the upcoming national census exercise, with detailed guidelines issued to all concerned officials. Addressing the meeting, the District Magistrate, who is also the Principal Census Officer for the district, emphasized the importance of meticulous planning, accuracy, and timely execution of all census-related activities. He highlighted that…

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Lucknow: A crucial district-level Udyog Bandhu meeting was convened today at the Collectorate Auditorium under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Vishakh G. The meeting brought together representatives of various industrial associations, senior officials from concerned departments, and officers from the Industry Department to deliberate extensively on issues related to industrial development in the district. At the outset, a detailed department-wise review of pending cases on the Nivesh Mitra portal was undertaken. The District Magistrate expressed concern over cases that had remained pending beyond the stipulated time frame. Issuing clear and…

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Lucknow: The book launch of “Ghat Rahi Hai Roz Meri Chehergi” by noted poet and author Chandrashekhar Verma was held with great enthusiasm on Wednesday evening at the auditorium of Jaipuria Institute of Management, Vineet Khand, Gomti Nagar. The literary gathering brought together eminent poets, writers, critics, and lovers of Hindi-Urdu poetry for a memorable celebration of words and music. The programme commenced at 6:00 pm with a formal inauguration and introduction of the book. The collection, whose title translates to “My Identity is Diminishing Each Day,” reflects deep introspection…

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Lucknow, February 23, 2026: A landmark investment to create one of India’s largest and most trusted digital financial platforms  Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, today announced major plans for its Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), Airtel Money Limited, underscoring its commitment to narrow the credit gap in India. The NBFC subsidiary will be capitalised with Rs 20,000 crore to be injected over the next few years. Airtel will contribute 70% with the promoter group via Bharti Enterprises Limited. bringing in the balance 30%. With strong digital assets, a…

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  Lucknow, 27 February, 2026: Holi is all about colour, chaos, connection—and a little carefree indulgence. Between gulaal fights, festive feasts, and much needed downtime, it’s the perfect excuse to curl up indoors and lose yourself in stories as vibrant and unpredictable as the festival itself. With Airtel IPTV, your Holi binge gets an upgrade—bringing together 29+ top OTT apps, 600+ live TV channels, and a massive on-demand library, all on the big screen. Whether you’re in the mood for thrillers, epic sagas, crime dramas, or romance, this Holi break…

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Lucknow: Cultural organisation Cultural Quest is set to present a poignant dance drama titled ‘Azaad Rooh’, based on the life and legacy of legendary Punjabi poet and writer Amrita Pritam. The performance will be staged on February 28 at 6:30 pm at Sant Gadge Ji Maharaj Auditorium, Gomti Nagar. Announcing the production at a press conference, noted Kathak exponent and director Surbhi Singh said that ‘Azaad Rooh’ seeks to become a “historic document of pain,” portraying the emotional and literary journey of Amrita Pritam. The dance drama will depict her…

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