Category: Lucknow

“Golfing Out Match” Held in Honour of Col. N. B. Roka at The Palms Golf Club, Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Palms Golf Club, Sushant Golf City, successfully hosted the “Golfing Out Match – In Honour of Colonel N. B. Roka” on Saturday, celebrating sportsmanship and camaraderie on the greens. A total of 39 golfers participated in the tournament with great enthusiasm, making the event a memorable sporting occasion. In the Open Category (9 Holes),Winner:  Virendra SrivastavaRunner-up:  Alia Shishodia In the Veteran Category,Winner:Harsh RastogiRunner-up: Brigadier Rajesh Srivastava Special Prizes: Closest to the Pin (Hole No. 3): Rajesh Khanna Straightest Drive (Hole No. 1):  Raj Kapoor Guest of Honour Colonel…

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Professor Ravishankar from CSIR-CDRI bags another prestigious Fellowship

Arijit Bose

After INSA Fellowship, he has been elected as Fellow of the National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI) Lucknow: The CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI), Lucknow is proud to announce that after being elected as a Fellow of the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), New Delhi, last month now Dr. R. Ravishankar, Chief Scientist, has bagged another prestigious fellowship in his credit. He has been elected as a Fellow of the National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI) – the nation’s oldest science academy, established in 1930 at Prayagraj. NASI is a…

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The CMS Way: Competency, Character, and Courage in Education

Arijit Bose
CMS, Geeta Gandhi Kingdon

Lucknow: For more than six decades, City Montessori School (CMS), Lucknow, has stood not just as the world’s largest school but as a pioneer of innovation in education. Today, at its helm is Professor Geeta Gandhi Kingdon, the Manager of CMS, who is steering the institution toward competency-based learning and holistic development. In a candid conversation, she reflects on CMS’s journey, philosophy, and achievements. Competency-based assessments are seen as the future of education. What led CMS to introduce them early? Kingdon: In today’s AI-driven world, facts alone are not enough.…

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When Postcards Spoke: A Journey Through India’s Forgotten Messengers

Arijit Bose

By Avtar Saksena Lucknow: Dakiya Daak Laya, Dakiya Daak Laya—the old melody still echoes in memory, taking us back to a time when communication arrived not with the ping of a phone, but with the ring of a bicycle bell. The postman in his khaki uniform, pedaling through neighbourhood lanes with a leather bag slung across his shoulder, carried with him postcards, inland letters, and money orders. His arrival was an event. Faces lit up with anticipation, eyes scanned his hands, and hearts raced as he stopped at doorsteps. What…

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Amity University Lucknow Hosts 10-Day International Workshop on South Asian Studies

Arijit Bose

Scholars from India and abroad explore the uniqueness and contemporary relevance of South Asian Studies Lucknow: Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus inaugurated a 10-day International Workshop on “Uniqueness and Relevance of South Asian Studies in the Contemporary World” (Autumn School) on Monday. Organized by the Amity School of Languages (ASL) in collaboration with Uppsala University, Sweden, the workshop aims to foster academic dialogue, intercultural learning, and critical discussion on the evolving role of South Asian Studies in a rapidly changing global context. The event will continue till October 16,…

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House of Kira Opens at The Centrum, Aurum — A New Chapter in Lucknow’s Luxury Silver Scene

Arijit Bose
House of Kira

Lucknow: Lucknow’s luxury retail landscape received a dazzling new addition as House of Kira, a premium 925 Sterling Silver brand, officially launched its new store at The Centrum, Aurum (Ground Floor) with a grand opening ceremony. The inauguration was led by  Sarvesh Goel, Chairman of Mansingh Goel Group, whose presence added prestige to the occasion. He was joined by the brand’s co-founders,  Pradeep Kumar Rastogi and  Radhisha Akhil, who introduced guests to the brand’s philosophy of merging fine craftsmanship with contemporary design sensibilities. Renowned for its bold aesthetics, intricate detailing,…

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Park Inn by Radisson Opens Grandly in Lucknow, Adding New Spark to the City’s Hospitality Scene

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow — the city of Nawabs — welcomed a shining new addition to its vibrant hospitality landscape as Park Inn by Radisson officially opened its doors in Vikas Nagar with a grand inauguration ceremony on Monday evening. The event was a blend of elegance, prestige, and cultural pride, drawing several notable dignitaries, industry stalwarts, and media representatives. Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Brajesh Pathak, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while film actor and Member of Parliament Ravi Kishan attended as the Guest of Honour. Their…

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Airtel Business wins multi-year contract for the Indian Railway Security Operations Centre (IRSOC)

Anil Jaiswal

  Airtel will design, build, implement and operate a greenfield, multi-layered, cybersecurity 24x7x365 protection ecosystem that will serve as a resilient defense barrier to safeguard the Indian Railways’ IT backbone, while ensuring uninterrupted, secure and seamless digital operation Over 1 billion Indians will benefit from this enhanced data security for seamless ticket booking, payments, train tracking and much more Lucknow, October 6, 2025: Airtel Business has secured a multi-year contract from Indian Railway Security Operations Centre (IRSOC) to deliver comprehensive, industry-leading security services to safeguard the digital backbone of India’s…

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Hundreds of Volunteers Participate in Grand Procession Celebrating RSS Centennial in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow, India – As part of the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a grand procession was organized from Parshuram Basti in Ramnagar block, West Lucknow, drawing participation from hundreds of volunteers. The procession was warmly received by local residents along the route, reflecting widespread community support. Speaking on the occasion, Basti Chief Anoop Shukla highlighted the significance of the centenary celebrations and the dedication of volunteers in promoting social harmony and service. The event’s chief guest, Anshul Vidyarthi, State Organization Minister of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad…

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HER Pehchan: Empowering Women Through Financial Literacy and Mindset Growth

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — The HER Pehchan event, dedicated to empowering women through financial literacy and personal growth, brought together over 120 enthusiastic participants in an engaging and interactive session that celebrated independence, confidence, and collective progress. The initiative focused on three key themes — restarting careers, financial literacy, and mindset empowerment — aiming to equip women with the tools and knowledge needed to make informed life and career decisions. The event featured insightful sessions led by Founder Aisha Ayub, alongside bankers  Pranav and Shariq, founding member Tahira Rizvi, and renowned psychologist Dr.…

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