Category: Lucknow

Lucknow: The Akhil Bharatiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal will launch a campaign to ensure that the proposed 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions is not implemented, the organisation’s national president and former Uttar Pradesh minister, Sandeep Bansal, said at a traders’ conference in the Para area of Lucknow. Bansal said the Union government had temporarily deferred the proposed charge, but the organisation would continue to press for a permanent decision against its implementation. Its office-bearers would approach Union ministers and the Prime Minister to present the concerns of traders.…

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Lucknow: The 34th edition of the five-day Ramlila began on Friday at Sector A, Sitapur Road Yojana, with the enactment of the birth of Lord Ram and other significant episodes from the Ramayana. The programme was inaugurated by local MLA Dr Neeraj Bora, who performed the aarti of Lord Ganesha. The ceremony was followed by a group dance by young girls to a Ganesh Vandana, captivating the audience. On the opening day, artists presented the birth of Lord Ram, the killing of Tadaka, the Dhanush Yagya and the dialogue between…

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Lucknow: The much-awaited Ramlila organised by the Kurmanchal Nagar Ramlila Committee began with great enthusiasm at the Ramlila ground in Kurmanchal Nagar, attracting a large audience on the opening day. According to Vinod Sanwal, media in-charge of the committee, local residents are participating in the performances this year, continuing a tradition that has earned the event considerable appreciation from the neighbourhood. The week-long Ramlila is staged daily from 8.30 pm. The opening programme began with the Shri Ganesh Aarti, followed by the enactment of Lord Ram’s birth, the meeting of…

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Lucknow: The ongoing Ramlila organised by the Shri Ramlila Samiti in Mahanagar captivated audiences with compelling performances of key episodes from the Ramayana, including Ahilya’s redemption, Sita’s worship of Goddess Gauri, the Dhanush Yagya, the Lakshman-Parashuram dialogue and the Kaikeyi-Manthara episode. The performance depicted Sita’s visit to the flower garden, where she catches a glimpse of Lord Ram and later prays to Goddess Gauri for a husband like him. The blessing bestowed upon her, expressed through the devotional verse “Sun Siya Satya Aashish Hamari”, added an emotional dimension to the…

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Lucknow: Bhatkhande Sanskriti University organised a special musical programme at its Kala Mandapam auditorium to mark the birth anniversary of legendary ghazal and thumri singer Begum Akhtar, also known as Akhtari Bai. Faculty members and students paid tribute through performances celebrating her musical legacy. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mandavi Singh inaugurated the programme, highlighting Begum Akhtar’s contribution to ghazal, thumri and dadra. Dr Vivek Saroj introduced the event with insights into her life and musical journey. Faculty member Vinayak Sahay presented Raag Multani on the sarangi and the thumri “Hamri Atariya Pe…

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Discussions on stress management, emotional well-being, and positive living take center stage at FICCI FLO Lucknow’s ‘Rise Above’ dialogue; over 600 people participate. Lucknow — Inner strength, positive thinking, and self-reflection are the foundations for overcoming life’s challenges and moving toward a better future. It is only when an individual initiates change from within that a genuine transformation becomes visible in their thoughts, behavior, and life. Renowned spiritual guide and speaker, Sister BK Shivani, shared these insights during a special dialogue titled ‘Rise Above: A Dialogue on Inner Strength,’ organized…

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LUCKNOW — Following a grand inauguration, the second day of the Anandotsava 2.0 festival seamlessly bridged modern innovation with classical arts, drawing exceptional participation across a multitude of disciplines. The day’s proceedings were overseen and encouraged by Committee Members Kr. Vinay Kumar Singh (Secretary-cum-Manager) and Sheikh Iqbal Mobashir Kidwai, who commended the students’ fierce competitive spirit. Moving away from the inaugural day’s foundational events, Day 2 shifted focus toward specialized academic, technical, and cultural showdowns. A major highlight was the rigorous Moot Court competition, which tested the legal acumen of…

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Lucknow: Meritorious Class 12 science students studying at Jai Prakash Narayan Sarvodaya Vidyalayas, run by the Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department, can apply for a scholarship programme offering free preparation for engineering and medical entrance examinations. Through the Joint Dakshana Selection Test (JDST-2027), the Dakshana Foundation will provide selected students with one year of free coaching for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) or the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), along with accommodation and meals. The programme will be conducted at the foundation’s Dakshana Valley campus near Pune after students complete their…

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Lucknow: Blending the spirit of Navratri with health awareness, cultural expression and women’s empowerment, Parul’s Gramophone is set to host the sixth season of Garbh Deep on October 19 at Comfort Inn, Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. Scheduled from 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm, the event seeks to offer a meaningful alternative to conventional Garba and Dandiya celebrations by bringing wellness, creativity and tradition together on one platform. At its heart, Garbh Deep celebrates the many dimensions of womanhood, recognising women not merely as custodians of cultural traditions but also…

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Maha Aarti, Bharatanatyam performance, talent competitions and attractive titles add to the Navratri celebrations Lucknow: Sun Resort in Lucknow came alive with music, dance and festive enthusiasm as ‘Aavo Re Aavo Dandiya Utsav 2026’ brought together hundreds of youngsters for an evening celebrating the spirit of Navratri and India’s rich cultural traditions. Organised by Arti and Divam Sharma, the event began with the Maha Aarti of Goddess Durga, invoking divine blessings and setting a devotional tone for the celebrations. A graceful Bharatanatyam performance by Sneha Rastogi followed, adding a classical…

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