Lucknow: NDA constituent Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) plans to overhaul its organisational machinery in UP by mid-Nov, in a politically significant move that could help the party lay a formal poll template ahead of the panchayat elections due next year and the high-stakes 2027 assembly elections.Sources said the organisational churning is expected to be initiated…
Lucknow: After holding a state-level meeting of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) in Lucknow on Oct 16, BSP president Mayawati has convened an all-India meeting of the party in the state capital on Sunday (Oct 19).The meeting, however, will not include participation from the UP and Uttarakhand units of the party as they were present…
Lucknow: The sarrafa market experienced a dip in gold and silver sales volumes this Dhanteras compared to last year, largely due to the surge in precious metal prices. However, the overall sales value saw a notable increase, underscoring the enduring demand for these precious commodities.According to Lucknow Sarrafa Market Association, about 42kg gold worth Rs…
Lucknow: Expressing deep concern over the rise of cyber warfare in the 21st century, Sarojininagar MLA Rajeshwar Singh said that boundaries have changed, and so has the form of war — the new battlefield is digital.In a post on X, the MLA said, “Today’s wars are fought not on borders but through computers, codes, and…
On the eve of ninth Deepostav on Sunday, Ayodhya was bustling with celebratory energy as preparations for the grand event were in the final stages. While on one hand volunteers were seen arranging earthen lamps along the ghats, artisans were busy finalising the tableaux for the Shobha Yatra near the Saket Degree College campus. Safai…
Lucknow: City’s electronic markets recorded 40% jump in sales of smartphones and laptops on Dhanteras, on Saturday. In 2024, total sales stood at Rs 24 crore, while this year they crossed Rs 32 crore, driven by rising demand for high-end devices, festive discounts and flexible payment plans. Lucknow’s gadget stores reported one of their best…
Lucknow: In a stunning turn of events, authorities in Ambedkarnagar district exhumed the body of Nazreen Bano, a woman allegedly murdered by her in-laws over dowry demands. The exhumation, supervised by Naib Tehsildar Amrish Singh, took place three months after her secret burial in Virozpur village, Tanda. Nazreen’s family claims she was poisoned by her…
Lucknow: Cracker markets across the are abuzz with excitement and traders say this season has brought along new varieties, especially in aerial fireworks to light up the night sky. Range of crackers on offer is wide, from traditional sparklers to fancy fireworks such as drones, peacock, Avatar, X-men, Doden, Rang Baraat, Red Flair, Dubai-style rockets…
Lucknow: A Dubagga resident experienced a surprising and unsettling incident when Rs 7 lakh mysteriously vanished from her bank account. However, the amount was credited after she lodged a complaint with the Cyber Crime Cell. The complainant, Sunita Vishwakarma, who holds an account at a private bank’s Balaganj branch, discovered the fraud on Aug 16…
Lucknow: The Col CK Nayudu Trophy match between Himachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh is set for an exciting finish as chasing a target of 301, Uttar Pradesh were 111 for 2 at stumps on the third day at the Luhnu Cricket Ground in Bilaspur on Saturday. Going into the final day, UP need 191 runs…
