Lucknow

UP BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhary Lucknow: UP BJP president Pankaj Chaudhary on Wednesday accused the SP and Congress of opposing the Women’s Reservation Bill to protect dynastic politics.Addressing a press conference in Noida, Chaudhary said parties thriving on family-based politics were uncomfortable with greater political participation of women. “If women take responsibility, family patronage politics…

Lucknow: The Indian Air Force on Wednesday conducted landing and takeoff drills on the Purvanchal Expressway in Sultanpur district as part activating an emergency landing facility (ELF) during the day and at night.The drills featured a wide range of IAF platforms, including frontline fighter aircraft such as Sukhoi Su‑30 MKI, Mirage‑2000 and Jaguar. Transport aircraft…

On the occasion of World Book Day, a quiet story of change is unfolding in Basdila village of Sant Kabir Nagar, where books are steadily reshaping young lives and aspirations. On the occasion of World Book Day, a quiet story of change is unfolding in Basdila village of Sant Kabir Nagar, where books are steadily…

Lucknow: Ever thought water hyacinth can be transformed into an excellent fertilizer, decorative storage baskets and eco-friendly handbags? Considered one of world’s most aggressive and destructive aquatic weeds, it is often spotted floating on Gomti river, posing risk to aquatic life.Many such conservation and productive techniques were exhibited during a ‘Green Fair’ organised by Lucknow…

21 Out of 28 Docus Found Forged, Probe OrderedLucknow: Health department officials in Ambedkar Nagar have found that 21 out of 28 birth certificates submitted for verification by schools were fake, despite being purportedly issued by govt hospitals and health centres.Chief medical officer Dr Sanjay Kumar Shaival has taken serious note of the findings and…

People gather at the accident site Varanasi: At least 11 people were killed in a collision involving multiple vehicles that led to fire in an SUV in the Dramandganj area of Mirzapur late Wed evening. The tragedy took place when two trucks, a car and an SUV collided on the steep slope of Dramandganj hills…

Lucknow: In a case of “digital arrest” cyber fraud, a 75-year-old retired govt doctor in Lucknow was allegedly duped of ₹1.55 crore by an interstate cyber gang that impersonated police and national investigation agency officials.According to an FIR lodged at the cyber police station, the accused contacted the victim on Apr 11, posing as a…

Lucknow: Lucknow: A consumer fed up with prolonged delay in delivery of an LPG cylinder has filed a petition at the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in UP’s Ambedkarnagar for redressal.The court has summoned the District Supply Officer (DSO) and a gas agency manager on April 28 to clear their stand on the issue.Ishwarchandra Yadav…

Lucknow: On the directions of Mayor Sushma Kharakwal, Lucknow Municipal Corporation on Tuesday issued a notice for a special session of the House on Apr 23.Though the notice does not specify the agenda, the mayor said, a motion to condemn those who opposed the constitutional amendment related to implementation of Women Reservation Bill in the…

Lucknow: The first flight carrying Haj pilgrims from Uttar Pradesh will depart from Lucknow on Wednesday.The flight, operated by Flynas Airlines, will take off at 2.20 pm, carrying a total of 427 pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the annual pilgrimage.Of the total passengers, 222 are men and 205 are women. The largest group — 278…