Lucknow: In yet another case of cybercrime linked to fake govt operations, a 65-year-old retired employee in Lucknow was duped of Rs 12.05 lakh by fraudsters posing as investigation officers conducting a purported ‘Operation Sindoor’ terror-funding probe, police said. On the complaint of the victim, an FIR was registered on Wednesday at the Cyber Crime…
Lucknow: Bringing together strategy, storytelling, and social impact, a team of students pursuing the Post Graduate Programme in Sustainable Management from the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow, emerged as winners at the Grand Finale of Lakshya.The event was organised by SMILE, the Community Outreach Program of IIM Ahmedabad, during The Red Brick Summit (TRBS) 2025,…
Lucknow: Religion and spirituality in India are deeply rooted in science and culture and should not be treated merely as attractions for tourism. This was emphasised by Prof Rana PB Singh, former head of the department of geography, cultural geography and heritage studies at BHU, during a lecture at the Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of…
Lucknow: Taking note of the tragic death of Kerala youth Anandu Aji, who reportedly ended his life following alleged physical abuse at a unit of a Hindu outfit, Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee president Ajay Rai on Wednesday wrote to Union home minister Amit Shah, urging immediate action.Rai called for a ban on the outfit and…
Lucknow: Foundation stone for 17 road and drainage projects across Kharagpur Sarsawa and Bharwara Malhaur wards was laid by Mayor Sushma Kharkwal on Wednesday. The projects were funded under infrastructure fund and 15th Finance Commission with outlay of Rs 12.76 crore. Among key projects were a Rs 50.52 lakh road and drainage system in Narayan…
Lucknow: A powerful explosion early Wednesday morning at a house in Miyaganj market in Sultanpur, barely 500 meters from Kotwali police station, left at least 12 people injured, police said.The blast occurred around 6:40 am inside the residence of one Nazir. According to eyewitnesses, residents woke up by a loud explosion. On rushing out, they…
Lucknow: Along with earthen lamps, skills and self-reliance of the differently-abled will illuminate homes across UP on Diwali. State govt is organising ‘Divya Deepawali Mela-2025′ in all districts on Oct 16–17, showcasing products made by persons with disabilities.The initiative, led by department of empowerment of persons with disabilities, aims to promote ‘Vocal for Local’ and…
Lucknow: The United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave 2025, hosted by the Indian Army from Oct 14 to Oct 16, continued on the second day on Wednesday with a visit to Agra.The chiefs observed an integrated new age technology demonstration by the Indian Army. The demonstration included various new-generation military equipment developed in…
Lucknow: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully tested an indigenously developed Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) at an altitude of 32,000 feet.The high-altitude combat freefall was carried out by Wing Commander Vishal Lakhesh, VM (G), along with Master Warrant Officers R J Singh and Vivek Tiwari. The MCPS, jointly developed by DRDO’s…
Lucknow: Natural teeth have no true replacement and every effort should be made to save them rather than extract them. This was the key message from dental experts at KGMU on the eve of the World Endodontic Day.Experts highlighted preventive advice, including brushing twice daily with a soft brush, cleaning between teeth, avoiding continuous snacking,…
