Mahendra Kumar SinghGorakhpur, nestled on the banks of the Rapti and Rohini rivers, is far more than a typical North Indian city. It is a place of profound contrasts, where an ancient spiritual heritage coexists with its role as a modern political powerhouse. This identity has been forged through a remarkable evolution, from a Buddhist…
It was a warm summer morning in May when 50-year-old Kalinda Devi woke up to a rude shock. A water pipeline that was supposed to be routed to her house under the Jal Jeevan Mission had instead snaked its way to a nearby agricultural field.“The pipeline was meant to be laid in our house, not…
Atul SethThe industrial city of Kanpur, often touted as the Manchester of the East, is striving to revive lost glory under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The CM is overseeing over a hundred development projects to position Kanpur as the industrial hub of Uttar Pradesh.The govt is prioritising the development of basic facilities to support industrial…
Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, has a rich history and has religious significance as a centre of Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu traditions.While the city is revered for being the birthplace of Lord Ram, it also has shrines and places of religious importance for other faiths.RAM TEMPLEFor Hindus, Ayodhya is one of the seven most…
Prof Yogeshwar TiwariPrayagraj, known for centuries as Allahabad, stands as one of India’s most historically rich and continuously inhabited cities. Situated at the Triveni Sangam — the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati — this city has been witness to the spiritual, political, and cultural evolution of northern India from the…
Why is it called Green Park? Is it named after someone called Mr or Mrs Green? Or is it simply because of its lush greenery? These are the questions that often cross the minds of visitors to this historic cricketing venue in Kanpur.The answer lies in its name itself. Green Park is green — and…
Marking a new era in journalism, The Times of India began its journey in Lucknow in 1983. For readers born that very year, the newspaper has been more than just a daily, it has grown alongside them, shaping their worldview and becoming a trusted companion through milestones of life.From childhood curiosity to adult perspectives, TOI…
In a world where the past often fades into obscurity, a guardian of history is breathing life into relics that tell the stories of bygone eras.A living room in Ranjeetnagar locality of Kanpur has been transformed into a captivating museum, a sanctuary for nearly 2,000 items and over 16,000 music records that others might dismiss…
Varanasi has solidified its reputation as a pivotal centre for Geographical Indication -tagged products, significantly enhancing the local economy and safeguarding traditional crafts.Historically known for its rich cultural heritage, Varanasi and adjoining districts now stand as a major player in India’s GI landscape, with an impressive portfolio of 32 registered GI tags encompassing textiles, handicrafts,…
Most people know about contributions of martyrs like Chandra Shekhar Azad, Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru and others who laid down their lives in the freedom struggle, but there were many unsung heroes from the Sangam city whose names were confined to old documents for decades.Martyr Memorial Wall on Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Civil Lines, is enough…
