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Topic: Lucknow

From Galouti kebabs to the uprising of 1857—Wajid Ali Shah left an indelible mark on India

The prince was made heir apparent at age 21 & ruled until 1856 when he was exiled by the EIC. He was a patron of arts, food, and even attempted to reform of the Awadh Army.

Gangster Sanjeev Jeeva shot dead outside a Lucknow court

Jeeva's killing is the second murder of a criminal in the custody of the Uttar Pradesh police in less than two months.

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.

On Camera

That one sentence from US central bank changed gold prices

Central bank communication now holds as much significance as central bank action. A single clause in a press conference can move markets more than a 25-basis-point adjustment.

New cess on ‘pan masala’ to fund national security and healthcare programmes

The Health Security Se National Security Cess Bill, 2025, explained. Oppn has attacked the proposed cess as 'a new financial burden' on the citizens.

After Op Sindoor, India goes in for more Heron Mk IIs; Israel frontrunner for mega MALE drones deal

Order for 87 MALE drones will be split between 2 Indian firms in 64:36 ratio to ensure there are 2 independent manufacturing lines with at least 60% indigenous components.

Gaali cricket: Bavuma stands tall, India’s Test ego cut to size

The India-South Africa series-defining fact is the catastrophic decline of Indian red ball cricket where a visiting team can mock us with the 'grovel' word.