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Topic: Lucknow

Lakshmanpur? Lakhnavati? Historians are at war over Lucknow’s identity

Scholars are heatedly debating the origins of Lucknow’s name. Some say that it was used in the Mughal era.

‘Symbol of slavery & indulgence’: Idea behind BJP’s renewed demand to rename Lucknow

BJP MP has written to PM Modi, UP CM demanding Lucknow be renamed "Lakshmanpur" or "Lakhanpur". On the demand, SP chief Akhilesh Yadav remarked, 'will you call a table a chair?'

Journalist Siddique Kappan to walk out on bail Thursday as Lucknow court signs release order

The sureties for the release of Kerala journalist Kappan on bail have been approved by in the special PMLA court and the release order has been sent to jail, said the journalist's lawyer.

Residential building collapses in Lucknow, 3 people dead, rescue operation underway

'Building collapsed suddenly. 3 dead bodies have been found and sent to the hospital. NDRF, fire brigade personnel are present at the spot, said UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak.

Atul Prasad Sen—Bengal’s forgotten musical maestro who wrote lyrics on legal papers

Like Rabindranath Tagore, Rajanikanta Sen and Mukunda Das, Sen’s compositions were filled with patriotism, inspiring many freedom fighters of the time.

2 dead after fire breaks out at Lucknow’s Levana Suites, cause yet to be confirmed

15 fire tenders & 13 ambulances rushed to the Lucknow hotel. The ten injured were taken to Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Civil Hospital. UP CM Adityanath has ordered a probe into the matter.

Arabic teacher, B. Pharm student among 4 held for ‘offering namaz at Lulu Mall’ in Lucknow

Nine men allegedly offered namaz at mall last week. UP CM Yogi Adityanath Monday called for action against those making 'unnecessary remarks, staging demonstrations' over incident.

‘Brownie never hurt us before’—Pit bull case shows India’s misplaced obsession with fancy dogs

In India, an increasing number of people are spending thousands on expensive dog breeds. They lack the knowledge to train them.

Kanpur violence: 24 arrested so far, Sufi outfit alleges links with Islamic group PFI

Kanpur Police Saturday arrested four more persons in connection with the communal clashes in the city on 3 June; probing links with the Popular Front of India.

Seers, BJP workers, welfare beneficiaries on long guest list for Yogi’s ‘grand’ oath ceremony

Yogi Adityanath will be sworn in as UP CM for the 2nd time at Lucknow’s 75,000-capacity Ekana Stadium Friday. With eye on 2024, BJP plans to make it a spectacle.

On Camera

Jana Sangh leader VK Malhotra brought Advani to Delhi, kept the party afloat after 1984 setback

Unlike his colleagues from the time of the BJS, several of whom became governors and held other constitutional posts, Malhotra chose to lead a quiet and simple retired life after the massive 2014 victory of the BJP.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

In Nepal, young dreams of serving in Indian Army crash as Agnipath halts a centuries-old tradition

Since 1815, Nepali Gorkhas have served in Indian & British Armies, as well as in Bihar, Bengal & Assam Police. Since Agnipath scheme came in, no Nepal-domiciled Gorkha has enlisted.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.