Category: Lucknow

Lucknow— A 21-member youth delegation from Uttar Pradesh, which returned after an impressive showing at the Inter-State Youth Exchange Programme 2025 held in Kurukshetra from July 22 to 26, was warmly felicitated upon arrival. The delegation captivated audiences at the national-level cultural exchange with vibrant performances rooted in Uttar Pradesh’s rich folk traditions. Artists from Mahoba, led by Sumendra Soni, left a lasting impression with their powerful rendition of Alha folk singing, earning a standing ovation from the audience. Meanwhile, performers from Gorakhpur, under the direction of Pawan Pankshi, mesmerized…

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Decision to Enforce 27% Reservation for Backward Classes in Cooperative Societies; Committee Formed to Probe Attack on Manoj Kashyap in Meerut Lucknow — The Uttar Pradesh State Backward Classes Commission, under the chairmanship of Rajesh Verma, held an important meeting on Monday at the Commission’s headquarters in Lucknow. The meeting was attended by Vice-Chairman Sohan Lal Shrimali, Member Surya Prakash Pal, other commission members, and Secretary Manoj Kumar Sagar. The agenda of the meeting revolved around critical issues concerning the reservation of Other Backward Classes (OBCs), caste inclusions and exclusions,…

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Lucknow: In a heartfelt gesture of appreciation, the Uttar Pradesh Police Family Welfare Association (VAMA Sarthi) honoured the meritorious children of serving police personnel at a special function held at the Amar Shaheed Chandrashekhar Azad Auditorium, Signature Building, Police Headquarters, Lucknow. The event was graced by Meenakshi Singh, IRS, President of VAMA Sarthi and spouse of DGP Rajeev Krishna. She, along with Vice President Renu Singh and other VAMA Sarthi members, felicitated the students with certificates of excellence and gift hampers, recognising their outstanding academic achievements. Inspiring Future Leaders In…

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Lucknow | In a heartfelt tribute to tradition, this year’s Sawan festivities at Parul’s Gramophone, located in Gomti Nagar, were celebrated with an unmatched sense of authenticity and cultural pride. The evening was dedicated entirely to live performances of age-old monsoon melodies—without a single recorded song or playback. From Kajri and Choumasa to the rare Bundeli Sawani and Rachhra, the air resonated with the soulful echoes of India’s folk legacy. Before the main event, a special workshop on Kajri was held, focusing on the relevance of staying connected to cultural roots…

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Lucknow: In a proud moment for Seth M.R. Jaipuria School, student Manya has qualified for the State Level of the prestigious MANAK Inspire Awards, having cleared the District Level round with distinction. Out of over 240 participants, only 24 students were selected, and Manya’s achievement marks the first time a student from any Jaipuria School has reached this stage of the competition. The Inspire Awards – MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspirations and Knowledge), an initiative by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, encourages original thinking and…

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  LUCKNOW, 23 JULY 2025 Brigadier Puneet Srivastava, Group Commander of Lucknow NCC Group HQ visited at Combined Annual Training Camp (CATC) conducted by 63 UP Battalion NCC Unit Lucknow from 14 July 25 to 23 July 25 at 2 Military Training Battalion AMC Centre & College Lucknow Cantt. Group Commander also visited the camp location to inspect the living and training facilities. Brig Puneet Srivastava was warm welcomed by the Camp Commandant and Commanding Officer of 63 UP Battalion NCC Unit Col RP Singh. A Guard of Honour was…

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LUCKNOW, 21 JULY 2025 Lucknow: In a proud and commendable achievement, cadets of 3 UP Naval Unit NCC, Lucknow have brought laurels to the city by securing 1st position in 7 out of 9 events at the Inter-Group Competition Camp (Pre-Nausainik Camp) held recently at Prayagraj. This outstanding performance is the result of sustained and focused training conducted by the unit since January 2025. To honour this stellar performance, a felicitation ceremony was held at NCC Group Headquarters, Lucknow recently. Brig Puneet Srivastava, Group Commander, NCC Group HQs Lucknow, graced…

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