Category: Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: The Railway Ramlila Dussehra Committee and Bharat Milap Shobha Yatra, Alambagh, staged key episodes from the Ramayana, including Hanuman’s victory over Ahiravan and the final battle between Lord Ram and Ravana, as part of its ongoing Ramlila celebrations. The evening’s programme featured the Hanuman–Makardhwaj dialogue, Hanuman’s victory in Patalpuri and the climactic killing of Ravana. The performances drew attention to Hanuman’s courage, devotion and determination to rescue Lord Ram and Lakshman from the clutches of Ahiravan. Following the deaths of his brother Kumbhakarna and son Meghnad, Ravana found himself…

Lucknow: Political activity in Uttar Pradesh is gathering momentum ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, with a reported challenge between Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav over contesting from Ayodhya adding a new dimension to the state’s political contest. The exchange has intensified speculation over whether Ayodhya could emerge as a high-profile battleground in the upcoming elections, with both leaders using the constituency to challenge each other’s political standing. The controversy reportedly began after Akhilesh Yadav visited Ayodhya and alleged that the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party…

Calls for HPV vaccination, ethical medical practices and free healthcare for underprivileged children Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel inaugurated Lapetos Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital at Awadh Vihar Yojana in Lucknow on Friday, calling for greater access to quality healthcare, stronger social responsibility among private hospitals and closer integration of traditional Indian medical knowledge with modern scientific research. During her visit, the Governor toured the hospital, inaugurated its operation theatre and unveiled the hospital magazine. She appreciated the institution’s commitment to healthcare and urged its management to ensure that quality…

Lucknow: The 34th edition of the Ramlila being organised at Sector A, Sitapur Road Yojana Colony, witnessed an emotional portrayal of key episodes from the Ramayana. The performances featured the Kaikeyi-Manthara dialogue, the confrontation between Kaikeyi and King Dasharath, Dasharath’s death and Bharat’s reunion with Lord Ram at Chitrakoot, leaving the audience deeply moved. The programme began with the aarti of Lord Ram and Lakshman, followed by the Kaikeyi-Manthara episode. Manthara’s influence gradually fuels Kaikeyi’s resentment over Lord Ram’s impending coronation, prompting her to enter the chamber of anger. When…

Lucknow: The Railway Ramlila Dussehra Committee and Bharat Milap Shobha Yatra in Alambagh staged the dramatic episodes of Lanka Dahan, Vibhishan’s surrender and Angad’s dialogue with Ravana, bringing key moments from the Ramayana to life before the audience. The performance depicted Meghnath capturing Hanuman with the Brahmastra and taking him to Ravana’s court. A spirited exchange followed between Hanuman and Ravana, with both engaging in a debate. Angered by Hanuman’s defiance, Ravana ordered his soldiers to set Hanuman’s tail on fire, ignoring the latter’s warning. Hanuman subsequently used the flames…

Bareilly: The Shri Ram Murti Smarak (SRMS) Trust organised a vibrant Dandiya festival at its engineering college campuses on Friday, October 16, 2026, bringing together students from engineering, management and pharmacy programmes. The celebrations at SRMS College of Engineering and Technology (SRMS CET) and SRMS College of Engineering, Technology and Research (SRMS CETR) witnessed enthusiastic participation by students, who enjoyed the traditional dance and festive atmosphere. The event aimed to connect students with Indian culture and traditions while fostering harmony, unity and a spirit of cultural participation among them. The…

Lucknow: Congress workers from across Uttar Pradesh congratulated newly appointed state president Aradhana Mishra Mona on her new responsibility, expressing their commitment to prepare for the 2027 Assembly elections under her leadership. Throughout the day, party workers from various districts visited her and presented bouquets and traditional angavastrams. They pledged to work together to strengthen the organisation, intensify grassroots outreach and raise public issues across the state ahead of the elections. The visitors came from western, central and eastern Uttar Pradesh, including Saharanpur, Bijnor, Baghpat, Amroha, Agra, Mainpuri, Auraiya, Kanpur,…

Avinash Singh calls for timely solar inspections, subsidy payments and loan disbursals Bareilly: District Magistrate Avinash Singh chaired a meeting of the district-level committee at the Vikas Bhawan auditorium on Friday to review the implementation and monitoring of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The DM directed officials to comply with government guidelines, achieve prescribed targets and intensify public awareness efforts to ensure that more eligible households benefit from the scheme. During the meeting, vendors working under the scheme reported that delays by the electricity department in inspecting installed…