Lucknow: Coming from behind, the Uttar Pradesh U-23 team pipped Himachal Pradesh by one wicket to kick-start its Col CK Nayudu Trophy campaign on a winning note, collecting 11 valuable points at the Luhnu Cricket Ground in Bilaspur on Sunday. UP’s chase of 301 was powered by Adarsh Singh (96 off 202 balls) and well…
Lucknow: Ayodhya came alive with vibrant colours, beats and celebratory mood on Sunday as artists from different regions of India performed at the 9th Deepotsav 2025. The artisans also performed during Shobha Yatra and presented a moving depiction of Ramayan at Ram ki Paidi.This year, over 2,000 artists performed at the festival. About 500 came…
Lucknow: UP Police Special Task Force arrested two interstate wildlife traffickers from Bakshi Ka Talab area and recovered 650 endangered and banned parrots being smuggled in a car on Sunday. The arrested were identified as Jitendra Singh of Sambhal district and Sanjeev of Moradabad district.According to additional SP, STF, Satyasen Yadav, the duo was caught…
Ayodhya/Lucknow: Stating that every particle in Ayodhya embodies dignity, compassion, and love for Lord Ram, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday drew a comparison between the first and the ninth Deepotsav.“In 2017, when we started the effort to preserve this sacred tradition, we could hardly find earthen lamps. The local potters could provide barely 25,000…
Lucknow: Noise annoys pets and experts advise to keep them indoors, ensuring all windows and doors are shut to bar loud decibels of firecrackers. Play soothing music at home to help distract pets from noise. Stay close to your pets during the celebrations to make them feel safe and comfortable. Never light crackers under stairs,…
Lucknow: A day after Diwali, when most of the city slows down, the skyline over Lucknow’s old quarters comes alive again as the skies above Chowk, Nakhas, Aminabad, and Husainabad fill with fluttering kites for the Jamghat celebrations.What makes Jamghat special is that Hindus, Muslims and others from old city take part with equal enthusiasm….
Lucknow: In a bid to safeguard public health during the festive season, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has spearheaded a statewide crackdown against food adulterators. The ‘Diwali Special Campaign’ — which ran from Oct 8 to 17 — saw the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department’s enforcement teams conducting rigorous inspections and raids across various districts….
Bahraich: A property dispute turned fatal when a 32-year-old man allegedly bludgeoned his 72-year-old grandmother to death with a brick on Saturday in the Dargah police station area of Bahraich. The accused, identified as Irfan, was arrested shortly after the incident.According to police, the victim, Shahjahan, had been living with her grandson Irfan in the…
Lucknow: As Uttar Pradesh gears up for Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj, Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna has issued directives to senior police officers across the state, emphasising the importance of foolproof security and strict safety measures. The move aims to ensure a peaceful and joyous celebration for all.The DGP’s directives mandate…
Lucknow: Doctors at King George’s Medical University trauma surgery department saved the life of Sandeep Kumar, 31, who sustained a life-threatening injury late Saturday evening.Kumar, resident of Bahraich, fell while cleaning his home and a 15-centimetre rod pierced his back, penetrated his chest and lodged in his liver. His family rushed him to a private…
