Category: Uttar Pradesh

Ayodhya: The famous Hanumangarhi temple in Ayodhya has been decorated with flowers and colourful lights ahead of Hanuman Jayanti. Special prayers and religious ceremonies have been planned for the occasion, with this year’s celebrations featuring a rare attraction — ancient jewellery believed to have been gifted to Lord Hanuman by Mata Janaki (Sita). The traditional ornaments will be used for the special ceremonial adornment of Bajrangbali. Special rituals are scheduled from midnight, while devotees have been arriving at the temple since early morning. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is…

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appealed to people across the state to extend the joy of Diwali to underprivileged families and ensure that no household is left out of the festive celebrations. In his Diwali greetings, the Chief Minister urged people to help economically weaker families according to their means and make them part of the festivities. He also called upon residents to purchase earthen lamps, cotton wicks and other locally made products to support potters, artisans and traditional craftsmen. Yogi said Diwali should not be limited…

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Ayodhya: The holy city of Ayodhya woke up to a festive glow on Saturday as Deepotsav celebrations got under way, with folk culture, music and colour spilling across the city. Cultural programmes have been going on since early morning, and the mood along the banks of the Saryu is one of anticipation and devotion. The Ramnagri has been dressed up for the occasion. Streets, ghats and public spaces have been decorated, and the Saryu riverfront looks especially striking with its artistic decorations. Visitors arriving since morning have been greeted by…

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Gonda: Spreading the message that festivals become meaningful when their happiness reaches every section of society, the Marwari Yuva Manch, Gonda, and its Gonda Devipatan branch jointly organised an initiative titled ‘Anand Sabke Liye’ (Happiness for All) at a school in Belwa Lonianpurwa village. Held on Tuesday evening, the programme brought Diwali celebrations to around 50 economically disadvantaged families, comprising nearly 450 people. Essential household items, clothes, festive supplies and sweets were distributed among the beneficiaries to help them celebrate the festival with joy and dignity. The initiative brought smiles…

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Ayodhya: The 10th edition of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026 is set to offer devotees an immersive glimpse of the Treta Yuga, with grand installations depicting episodes from the Ramayana being prepared across the holy city. A 30-foot-long Pushpak Viman and an elaborate Ram Darbar at Ram Ki Paidi, along with a magnificent Ram Rath at Ram Katha Park, will be among the major attractions. The Tourism Department is overseeing the preparations, with skilled artisans from Bengal and other states working round the clock to complete the installations. According to representatives of…

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Ayodhya: The 10th edition of Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026 will showcase a unique blend of faith, art and cultural diversity, with a grand sand sculpture of Lord Ram’s Darbar emerging as one of its major attractions. Created using 220 tonnes of sand sourced from the Saryu river, the 50-foot-long and 20-foot-high installation is being crafted near Ram Katha Park by internationally acclaimed sand artist Madhurendra Kumar from Bihar. The magnificent artwork will feature the Ram Temple along with sculptures of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman. Through this creation, the…

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Over 1.42 crore students across 1.32 lakh government schools participate in environmental awareness activities from November 1–7 Lucknow: Government primary and upper-primary schools across Uttar Pradesh are turning into centres of environmental awareness as the state observes BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week from November 1 to 7. The initiative, launched under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, aims to sensitise more than 1.42 crore students across over 1.32 lakh council-run schools about environmental protection and sustainable living. Based on the seven themes of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), the programme…

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Four-day, three-night packages offer Ganga boat rides, temple visits, Ganga Aarti and cultural experiences; prices start at ₹15,999 per person Lucknow: Visitors to Varanasi during Dev Deepawali 2026 will get an opportunity to experience the city’s spiritual splendour through specially designed tourism packages launched by the Uttar Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation (UPSTDC). Under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s vision to give Dev Deepawali a global identity, the Tourism Department has introduced a four-day, three-night ‘Dev Deepawali – Divya Kashi Experience’ package. The initiative aims to showcase Varanasi’s ancient traditions, spiritual…

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Lucknow: Hospital employees who have gone beyond their professional duties to provide selfless assistance to patients and their attendants were felicitated by Dhanvantari Seva Nyas at a special event held at Parikalp Bhawan in Telibagh, Lucknow. The programme was attended by Manvendra Singh, Chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, as the chief guest, while Cabinet Minister Swatantra Dev Singh presided over the event. Addressing the gathering, Manvendra Singh said serving humanity was the truest form of serving God. He appreciated hospital personnel who worked selflessly to ease the difficulties…

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