Lucknow: Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday alleged that drug mafias involved in illegal codeine cough syrup trade are enjoying full protection from the ruling dispensation.Addressing a press conference at the Samajwadi Party headquarters in Lucknow, Akhilesh claimed that the govt was deliberately concealing key facts linked to “a massive international racket”.The SP…
Lucknow: Not just AQI , everthing was clean about Lucknow and its beautiful and affectionate people, said singer- songwriter Justh performing at Repertwhar on Saturday. Justh transformed the evening into a symphony of emotions, his music blending poetic depth and heartfelt sincerity. Songs like ‘Chor’ and ‘Unse jaa ke keh do’ echoed in the hearts…
Lucknow: A literary gathering titled ‘Through the Windows of Memories’ was organised to hold a discussion on poetry collection ‘Safina-e-Mateen’ by late Waheeduddin Khan alias Mateen, on Saturday.Hailing from Fatehpur, Mateen was among the most popular students at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU).This literary and cultural session was conducted at Sheroes Hangout.The session was presided…
NEW DELHI: Stock market regulator Sebi is working with RBI and the insurance regulator to enable participation of banks and insurance companies in commodities derivatives markets, its chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Saturday.Working groups have also been set up to suggest measures to deepen the Agri Commodity Derivatives ecosystem, he said. Among other things,…
Lucknow: Theatre and comedy combined in an evening of entertainment as stand-up Gaurav Gupta and the play ‘Vodka and No Tonic’, directed by Lillete Dubey, took centre stage at Repertwahr on Saturday. Adapted from Shobhaa De’s ‘Lockdown Liaisons’, the play is a poignant anthology of relationships during pandemic. Lillete Dubey, Ira Dubey and Joy Sengupta…
During a recent Directors Roundtable hosted by Anupama Chopra, filmmaker Mohit Suri lavished praise on Aditya Dhar’s film ‘Dhurandhar.’ Suri’s enthusiasm stood in stark contrast to Chopra’s previous critique of the film, igniting a lively debate online. While some fans applauded Suri’s heartfelt endorsement, others questioned the timing of his comments, especially given Chopra’s subsequently…
Lucknow: Rapid expansion of medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh, despite current infrastructure limitations, will gradually strengthen patient care by improving access to doctors and specialised services across the state, KGMU toppers said on Saturday.MD Community Medicine Gold Medallist Dr Akshata MA said the expansion would have a positive impact on preventive healthcare. “Medical colleges play…
Lucknow: From abstract paintings to sculptures, several specimens are on display in ‘Art Odyssey’ exhibition that opened at Kala Srot on Saturday. It will continue from 12noon till 8pm daily till Dec 25.Around 10 artists are exhibiting 35 paintings and four sculptures, depicting evolution of art, exploring diverse styles, techniques and cultural influences from ancient…
Lucknow: Days after being appointed as the new UP BJP chief, Pankaj Chaudhary attended his first organisational meeting to hammer out poll strategies and review ongoing campaigns in Uttar Pradesh.Chaudhary was accompanied to the party headquarters in Lucknow by Union minister JP Nadda, who was on a day visit to attend a programme at KGMU.Chief…
Lucknow/Varanasi: Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led Modi-Yogi govt, questioning its handling of the alleged narcotic cough syrup racket and accusing it of “selective action” against political opponents while sparing the accused in serious criminal cases. Addressing a press conference at his camp office in Varanasi,…