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Lucknow: On the occasion of International Women’s Day, women’s athletics competitions under the ASMITA League will be organised in Lucknow on March 8, 2026. The event will be held at the K. D. Singh Babu Stadium under the guidance of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and the Sports Authority of India (SAI). The competition is being coordinated by Rishi Kumar, hockey coach at the National Centre of Excellence–SAI, along with the Deputy Director of Mera Yuva Bharat. More than 1,000 female participants are expected to take part in…

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Lucknow: Members of the Uttarakhand Mahaparishad and prominent members of the Uttarakhand community celebrated the traditional Kumaoni Holi with great enthusiasm and cultural fervour in the city. The Holi celebrations began at the residence of Mahaparishad President Harish Chandra Pant in Murlinagar. The gathering of holiyars (Holi singers) commenced the programme by invoking Lord Ganesha with the traditional Holi song “Siddhi Ke Data Vighna Vinashak,” setting a devotional tone for the festivities. Participants then exchanged greetings by applying abir and gulal to one another and offering blessings. Later, the group…

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Lucknow: The festive spirit of Holi continued to flourish on Thursday as the third day of the Phagotsav celebrations was marked with traditional music and cultural performances at the premises of Little Champs School in Viram Khand. The Holi Sangeet Baithaki was organised under the aegis of the Lok Sanskriti Shodh Sansthan as part of its ongoing Phagotsav series. The programme reflected the rich traditions of Fag singing, a folk form closely associated with Holi festivities in North India. Participants exchanged greetings by applying gulal and celebrating the festival in…

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Lucknow: The Ravi Chawla Cancer Seva Kendra marked the completion of seven years of service on Wednesday, continuing its efforts to support cancer patients and their families through various humanitarian initiatives. Centre coordinator Amit said the organisation was established in memory of his mother, Ravi Chawla, who passed away on March 5, 2019 after battling cancer. Inspired by her struggle with the disease, the family started the service centre to help patients facing similar hardships. Over the past seven years, the organisation has extended assistance to several cancer patients in…

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Patna/New Delhi: Political circles in Bihar are witnessing intense speculation over the possible transition of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to the Rajya Sabha, a move that could potentially trigger a major political reshuffle in the state. Reports suggest that Kumar may file his nomination for the Upper House seat in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, although no official confirmation has yet been issued. The discussion around Kumar’s possible entry into the Rajya Sabha has revived debates about his political future and the leadership transition within Bihar’s ruling…

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Vrindavan: A spectacular evening of colors, devotion, and festivity transformed Vrindavan as Omaxe Group hosted ‘Braj Ki Holi Omaxe Wali’ at Omaxe Eternity 2 on Radha Kund Road. The event drew over 10,000 participants, making it one of the largest Holi celebrations in the city. The celebration seamlessly blended traditional Braj Holi with modern cultural performances, engaging audiences across all age groups. Beyond the vibrant play of colors, the event showcased the spiritual and cultural essence of Braj, keeping the centuries-old traditions alive. Omaxe Group’s Chairman Rohtas Goel, along with…

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Sambhal: This year, Holi celebrations in Sambhal are set to extend beyond local neighborhoods and community squares to include 68 newly revived pilgrimage sites, marking a historic first for the district. Social organizations claim that for the first time, a synchronized festival of colors will be celebrated at all these sacred spots, while authorities have also implemented a strong security framework to ensure peace. A New Chapter of Pilgrimage Celebrations The Nagar Hindu Sabha, Tirth Parikrama Committee, and various temple committees have jointly planned rituals involving morning prayers, afternoon gulal…

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Lucknow: The “Laghu Khadi and Village Industries Exhibition” organised by the Uttar Pradesh Khadi and Village Industries Board concluded on Saturday at the Board headquarters premises, witnessing an impressive surge in sales during the Holi season. Held from February 20 to 28, the exhibition provided artisans and entrepreneurs from across the state a vibrant platform to showcase and market their products. The exhibition was organised under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and under the guidance of MSME, Silk, Handloom and Textile, Khadi and Village Industries Minister Rakesh Sachan.…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has secured a place among the top four states in the country for effective disposal of election-related complaints received through the National Grievance Service Portal (NGSP 2.0), Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa announced. He informed that the Election Commission of India operates the National Grievance Service Portal (NGSP 2.0) to facilitate the registration and tracking of election-related complaints and queries by citizens. Complaints can be lodged through the Commission’s official portal voters.eci.gov.in or via the ECINET mobile application. A valid mobile number or email ID is mandatory…

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‘Blood Moon’ spectacle to be observed through telescopes; first total lunar eclipse of 2026 to be partially visible in Lucknow Lucknow: A spectacular celestial event will grace the evening sky on March 3, 2026, as the first total lunar eclipse of the year unfolds. Weather permitting, the final phase of the eclipse will be visible across several parts of India, including North India and Lucknow. During its total phase, the Moon may appear reddish — a phenomenon popularly known as the “Blood Moon.” The Indira Gandhi Planetarium will host a…

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