Lucknow

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh govt has enhanced the financial powers of technocrats to accelerate urbanisation and infrastructure expansion across the state, benefiting engineers posted in key departments including public works, irrigation, water works, rural engineering, housing, and urban development.The decision follows approval by the cabinet, chaired by chief minister Yogi Adityanath, to revise the long-standing…

Lucknow: What began as a relationship that reportedly started on Instagram took a disturbing turn in Hardoi, where a 37-year-old man was allegedly subjected to public humiliation after being taken to the village home of a woman he claimed to have married.His head was partially shaved, his moustache cut and a garland of footwear allegedly…

Lucknow: Technocrats from various govt agencies in UP were briefed on administrative hurdles commonly encountered during the implementation of big-ticket infrastructure projects at a day-long workshop organised by the Public Works Department (PWD) in the city on Tuesday.Chief secretary S.P. Goyal said resolving bottlenecks during project execution was essential for administrative officials. He also advised…

Lucknow: To accommodate the surge in passenger traffic during the festive season, Northern Railway has announced the operation of a special train between Kolkata and Alam Nagar. The 03107/03108 Kolkata–Alam Nagar Special will make seven round trips in Oct and Nov.Train 03107 will depart from Kolkata every Thursday on Oct 15, 22 and 29, and…

Lucknow: Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) sealed SA Apartment in Wazirganj on Tuesday after damage to a pillar caused wall cracks and strong vibrations, forcing the evacuation of all 25 families.Residents were evacuated on Monday after the pillar developed cracks and vibrations resembling an earthquake were felt. Police and SDRF and NDRF teams reached the site,…

Lucknow: The menace of banned Chinese manjha continues to endanger commuters in the city, with a former zila panchayat member becoming the latest victim after suffering injuries when the razor-sharp kite string allegedly struck him near Burlington Crossing on Tuesday.The injured, Sunny Kumar Yadav (40), said he was travelling on his motorcycle from Sitapur to…

Lucknow: An art exhibition, ‘Kala Acharya’, featuring creative works by art teachers from the Lucknow-Prayagraj region was inaugurated at the State Lalit Kala Akademi on Tuesday.The exhibition brings together a diverse range of works created by teachers associated with fine arts and visual arts from different districts of the region.As many as 56 artworks across…

Lucknow: Close on the heels of the Gomti Book Festival, the 11-day 23rd National Book Fair is returning with a diverse line-up of books, authors and activities. This year, the fair will also introduce readers to emerging genres such as cli-fi (climate fiction), gothic romance, hopepunk, puzzle-box narratives and romantasy. The new categories are expected…

Nagoya: India’s Parul Chaudhary celebrates after winning bronze medal during the women’s 5000m finals at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 in Nagoya, Japan, on Monday, September 28, 2026. (Photo: IANS via Xinhua) Lucknow: A month after the disappointment at the Commonwealth Games, Uttar Pradesh Police DSP Parul Chaudhary has scripted a powerful comeback on…

tnnLucknow: Potholes and damaged roads are adding to the annual expenses of residents in the state capital, with repeated jolts taking a toll on tyres, suspension and wheel alignment.Slow-moving traffic, frequent braking and diversions also increase fuel use and travel time. Many vehicle owners notice the damage when they take their vehicles for servicing after…