Category: Lucknow

Lucknow: Avadh Ladies Club organized a vibrant Culinary Competition, celebrating traditional flavors and regional delicacies. Fourteen enthusiastic members of the club participated, each bringing a self-prepared dish — either sweet or savory — showcasing their creativity, presentation, and taste. The dishes were evaluated by Nidhi Gupta and Premlata Gupta, both well-known culinary experts who run reputed hotels and restaurants. The judges praised the participants for their innovation and skill in blending traditional recipes with artistic presentation. The competition featured a wide range of dishes — from Awadhi classics to regional…

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Lucknow: The opening evening of the Gauraiya Sanskriti Mahotsav, organised by the Gauraiya Sanskriti Sansthan, was a soulful celebration of Indian classical music, culture, and womanhood. The audience was immersed in devotional fervour as the celebrated father-son duo — Padma Bhushan Pt. Sajan Mishra and Swaraansh Mishra — enthralled listeners with their melodious renditions. Held with the support of the Department of Culture and the Lucknow Development Authority, the event also honoured eminent women achievers with the Gauraiya Nari Shakti Samman. Among those felicitated were Kathak danseuse Aarti Shukla, athlete…

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Advanced herbicide technology ensures superior weed management and crop protection with a single spray Lucknow : Corteva Agriscience has announced the launch of its latest breakthrough solution, Pixxaro®, designed specifically for controlling broadleaf weeds (BLWs) in wheat crops across India. Combining Arylex™ Active and Fluroxypyr, this post-emergent pre-mix herbicide provides reliable and long-lasting control over tough broadleaf weeds while ensuring exceptional crop safety, thereby helping wheat growers protect both yield potential and grain quality. Uncontrolled broadleaf weeds compete with wheat plants for nutrients, moisture, and sunlight, significantly reducing productivity. Studies…

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Lucknow: The month of November has turned the City of Nawabs into a celebration of colours and creativity as Florescence Art Gallery hosts its much-awaited art fair “Lucknow Spectrum–2025” from November 1 to 30. Founded by Neha Singh, the exhibition, curated by Bhupendra Asthana, Rajesh Kumar, and Gopal Samantaray, aims to connect the younger generation with the vibrant world of visual arts. The fair brings together over 111 artists from across India, showcasing paintings, sculptures, installations, and mixed-media works. Art enthusiasts, critics, investors, architects, writers, and students are attending in…

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Lucknow | The third day of the ten-day Uttarakhand Mahotsav at Pt. Govind Ballabh Pant Pahadi Sanskritik Udyan, Birbal Sahni Marg, turned into a grand confluence of cultures as artists from across the country and local performers captivated audiences with their electrifying acts. The scenic Gomti riverfront came alive with the vibrant rhythms of DUD (Dance Uttarakhand Dance), Naachega Bharat, Jhoda, and Voice of Uttarakhand competitions — transforming the venue into a celebration of heritage, music, and movement. The festival, one of Lucknow’s most anticipated annual cultural events, continues to…

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Lucknow | With the onset of the winter season approaching, District Magistrate  Vishakh G chaired an important meeting at the Collectorate Auditorium to review and expedite preparations across various departments to ensure timely protection of the public from cold waves. The meeting focused on the condition, facilities, and operational readiness of night shelters (Rain Baseras) established across the district. During the review, the District Magistrate instructed officials that all permanent and temporary night shelters in urban areas be immediately repaired and made functional. He emphasized that each shelter must have…

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Lucknow |  A book that celebrates the essence of good journalism and the legacy of senior journalist Naveen Joshi was unveiled  at a hotel in Gomti Nagar. Titled ‘Naveen Dhun’, the book has been published by Grey Parrot Publishers and edited by senior journalist and writer Shikha S. The volume features contributions from over 30 journalists, each sharing their personal experiences and reflections on the profession. The foreword of the book has been written by noted journalist and author Mrinal Pande. Speaking at the event, editor Shikha S. said, “This…

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