Category: Lucknow

Lucknow: Lucknow Bioscope hosted a special screening of Hunar-e-Aza, a documentary-style film that presents Muharram in Awadh as a living cultural tradition shaped by faith, craftsmanship and community participation. The screening was held on Sunday, July 12, at Lucknow Bioscope on 130 J.C. Bose Marg, Qaiser Bagh, followed by an engaging discussion with the filmmakers. Directed by Aisha Khatoon and Apurva Shah, Hunar-e-Aza explores how the traditions of Muharram in Lucknow extend beyond religious mourning to encompass the city’s artisans, craftspeople and centuries-old artistic practices that have become integral to…

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* Anniversary festivities featured creative DIY workshops, live jazz and violin performances, and exciting shopping offers * Grand cake-cutting ceremony, family-friendly experiences, and exclusive brand discounts made the celebration memorable Lucknow: Phoenix Palassio, one of Lucknow’s leading shopping and lifestyle destinations, celebrated its sixth anniversary with a spectacular five-day celebration, offering visitors a vibrant mix of entertainment, creativity, live performances, and exclusive shopping experiences. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from families, children, and shoppers from across the city. Over the past six years, Phoenix Palassio has emerged as one of…

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30 students receive school shoes, socks and study material as part of rehabilitation initiative Lucknow: Continuing its community outreach initiatives, Lucknow Connection Worldwide (LCWW) organised a support programme for school-going children from families affected by the recent Vikas Nagar fire at Jai Hind Park on Monday. Around 30 students, most of them from Career Convent School, Vikas Nagar, were provided with school shoes, socks, notebooks and pens to help them continue their education. Programme coordinator Sanjay Srivastava said the initiative was the second phase of LCWW’s support campaign for the…

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Lucknow: Concerns over the weakening of family relationships and changing social values took centre stage at a seminar on “The Contemporary Nature of Family and Social Relationships”, organised by the Awadh Foundation at its Janakipuram auditorium. The event brought together educationists, social workers, intellectuals and young participants to discuss the growing challenges faced by modern families, particularly the shift from joint family systems to nuclear households and its impact on emotional well-being. Delivering the keynote address, noted Ram Katha exponent Dhirendra Vashistha said that the decline of traditional family support…

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Lucknow: Inspired by the visionary appeal of the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, a Mega Tree Plantation Drive was successfully organized today, Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM, under the “One Tree in Mother’s Name” campaign. The event was held at Amar Shaheed Chandrashekhar Azad Park (opposite Ram Bhavan), Viram Khand-5, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, and was organized by the Jan Kalyan Samiti, Viram Khand-5. Office bearers of the committee and respected residents of the locality enthusiastically participated in the plantation drive by planting saplings and reaffirming their…

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Lucknow: Colvin Taluqdars’ College celebrated its Investiture Ceremony for the 2026–27 academic session at Hind Hall, formally inducting the newly elected Student Council in a ceremony that underscored the values of leadership, responsibility, integrity, and service. The event was graced by Shri Dhruva Kant Thakur, IPS, Director General, Home Guards and Director General, Civil Defence, Uttar Pradesh, as the Chief Guest. The ceremony began with the ceremonial welcome of the Chief Guest, followed by the traditional lighting of the lamp, symbolising the triumph of knowledge and wisdom. On the occasion,…

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Lucknow: International French Fries Day was celebrated with a meaningful community outreach initiative as McDonald’s India, in collaboration with the Kiran Foundation, organised a “Fries Donation Drive” for children in Village Bangali Khera on the outskirts of Lucknow. The initiative aimed to spread happiness among children by distributing freshly prepared French fries while encouraging community participation and the spirit of giving. Volunteers from Kiran Foundation and McDonald’s Lucknow interacted with the children, creating a cheerful atmosphere filled with smiles and shared moments of joy. The distribution drive was carried out…

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Lucknow: The 32nd Installation Ceremony of the Inner Wheel Club of Lucknow Baradari, District 312, was held in a graceful and dignified atmosphere. District Chairman Madhu Kamani installed Vandana Srivastava as the President for the year 2026–27. Along with her, Sumita Rastogi, Ruby Rastogi, Nidhi Rastogi, Anjali Goel and Deepika Gurnani were installed as office bearers of the Club. District Editor Madhu Bhargava and Zonal Head Smrita Agarwal graced the occasion as distinguished guests. The programme was beautifully and seamlessly conducted by Master of Ceremonies, Deepa Singhal, a senior member…

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Lucknow: Emphasizing the transformative power of a true spiritual guide, Swami Muktinathananda, President of the Ramakrishna Math, Lucknow, said that the grace of a Guru has the ability to accomplish what may appear impossible. He was addressing devotees during the Tuesday morning Sat-Prasang (spiritual discourse) at the monastery. Speaking on the significance of the Guru in India’s spiritual tradition, Swami Muktinathananda said that a Guru is far more than a teacher who imparts knowledge. A true Guru guides the disciple’s life, leading him or her toward God and spiritual realization.…

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