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Lucknow’s Solar Boom Turns Consumers into ‘Prosumers’, Reshaping Power Supply

Lucknow- A quiet energy revolution is underway in Lucknow, where a growing number of households are transitioning from electricity consumers to “prosumers” by generating their own solar power. According to officials from the Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency, rooftop solar systems are now producing around 328 MW of electricity—nearly 20% of the…

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MP High Court Denies Custody Plea, Says Child’s Welfare Above Foreign Court Order

Indore- The Madhya Pradesh High Court has declined a plea by a Canada-based father seeking custody of his 10-year-old daughter, ruling that the child’s welfare outweighs any directive issued by a foreign court. A division bench comprising Justices Vijay Kumar Shukla and Binod Kumar Dwivedi dismissed a habeas corpus petition filed by the father, who…

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Commercial LPG Price Surge in Lucknow to Burn a Hole in Your Pocket

Lucknow- A steep rise in commercial LPG cylinder prices is set to make eating out more expensive in Lucknow, with hotels, caterers, and street food vendors preparing to pass on the burden to customers. The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has seen a massive jump of nearly 50%, increasing from around ₹2,200 to…

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Arne Slot Backs Mohamed Salah for Grand Farewell as Liverpool Star Nears Exit

Liverpool- Arne Slot has said that Mohamed Salah deserves a memorable farewell as the forward prepares to leave Liverpool FC at the end of the ongoing season. Salah, who picked up an injury during Liverpool’s recent win over Crystal Palace, was initially feared to have played his final match for the club. However, the team…

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Kolkata Counting Centres Fortified After TMC-BJP Clash, Gatherings Prohibited Ahead of Results

Kolkata- Authorities in Kolkata have imposed restrictions on public gatherings and intensified security arrangements at multiple counting centres after political tensions escalated between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over alleged irregularities in EVM strong rooms. The move comes a day after heated protests and confrontations were reported at two counting…

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Pregnant Woman’s Death in Assam Sparks Murder Probe, Husband Arrested

Silchar- A shocking case from Cachar district has led to the arrest of a 28-year-old carpenter accused of killing his pregnant wife, intensifying concerns over domestic violence and marital disputes. According to police officials, the incident occurred in the Madhurbond locality, where the couple had been living on rent. The victim, a 26-year-old woman who…

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CM Yogi Adityanath Launches Shramveer Gaurav Samaroh 2026 in Lucknow, Pushes Worker Welfare Initiatives

Lucknow– The Shramveer Gaurav Samaroh 2026 was inaugurated in Lucknow, highlighting the government’s continued focus on the welfare and empowerment of workers. The event marked the launch and foundation laying of several key initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for labourers across the state. During the event, a land allotment letter was issued…

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Logistics Boom in India Opens New Career Frontiers for Youth

India’s logistics industry is rapidly transforming from a background support system into a critical pillar of economic growth, creating a surge of career opportunities across multiple domains. Once limited to transportation and storage, the sector now plays a central role in industries like e-commerce, manufacturing, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals, driven by innovation, infrastructure upgrades, and digital…

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Ashutosh Gowariker Appointed Festival Director of 57th International Film Festival of India

New Delhi, May 1, 2026: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has appointed celebrated filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker as the Festival Director for the 57th International Film Festival of India, which will be hosted in Goa. Gowariker is widely known for his significant contribution to Indian cinema and has maintained a long association with the festival…

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Fenty’s Mumbai Buzz: Can Hype Translate Into Long-Term Success?

Mumbai– The arrival of Fenty Beauty in India has generated massive excitement, highlighted by the viral success of the “Rihanna ki Haveli” pop-up experience in Mumbai. Backed by retail giant Reliance Retail, the brand has entered the market with scale, visibility, and strong consumer curiosity. The immersive pop-up, inspired by a blend of Indian aesthetics…

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