Anupam Srivastava is a Special Correspondent with Hindustan Times, Lucknow. Has produced exclusive stories in medical, civil aviation, civic, political and other issues for over 20 years.
Articles by Anupam Srivastava
AIMPLB to challenge UCC in Uttarakhand, SC ruling on maintenance
AIMPLB to challenge SC ruling on maintenance for Muslim divorcee women beyond Iddat. Also to contest UCC in Uttarakhand, citing violation of personal laws.
Updated on Jul 15, 2024 06:06 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Residents see red over markings on houses in Kukrail ‘green belt’
As the tension mounts, residents of these localities on the floodplain stand united in their resolve to fight for their homes, seeking justice and clarity from authorities
Updated on Jul 13, 2024 05:12 AM IST
AIMPLB may challenge SC ruling on alimony to divorced Muslim women
The ruling has triggered a heated debate within the Muslim community and among various personal law boards. The AIMPLB’s position is rooted in the belief that the order contradicts Islamic Shariat law, which stipulates that a husband is obligated to pay maintenance only during the Iddat period (a three-and-a-quarter month timeframe) following a divorce. After this period, a woman is free to remarry or live independently, and the former husband is no longer responsible for her maintenance.
Updated on Jul 12, 2024 08:52 AM IST
Food for thought: Soaring prices burn a hole in common man’s ‘thali’
The skyrocketing prices have severely impacted the middle class, while the poor receive free rations from the government and the rich remain relatively unaffected.
Updated on Jul 11, 2024 09:18 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Lucknow’s iconic Pucca Pul closed to heavy vehicles after 110 years
It was constructed by British officers after dismantling the old Shahi Pul, a stone bridge commissioned by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula in 1780.
Updated on Jul 11, 2024 08:48 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Saving Lucknow’s Haider Canal: Proposed 8.2 km elevated road to cost ₹770 Crore
Obtaining the required NOC from the irrigation department and other regulatory bodies will be crucial
Updated on Jul 06, 2024 08:30 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Ponds along Kukrail river, Sautal Lake to be revived
LMC, which will oversee the development of Kukrail riverfront, has prepared a draft for the formation of an SPV, which will be in the name of Lucknow Riverfront Development Corporation Ltd
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 05:54 AM IST
Rainwater conservation stagnates in Lucknow’s govt buildings
Out of 110 central government and 587 state government buildings, a mere 160 are fitted with these essential systems, highlighting a significant gap in the city’s water conservation efforts.
Updated on Jun 26, 2024 06:12 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Birth, death certificates: Citizens voice concern over “cumbersome” new rules
The measures are part of broader efforts to streamline administrative procedures, check fraud and enhance governance transparency, the authorities argue
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 07:28 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Smugglers’ escape from Lucknow airport: Alleged kingpin nabbed
On April 3, 29 gold smugglers managed to escape the custody of customs officials at the Lucknow airport
Updated on Jun 17, 2024 05:54 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
‘Civic storm’ brewing in Lucknow ahead of monsoon?
Lucknow is in a race against time as only 520 of the 1288 drains have been cleaned by mid-June, posing a threat of waterlogging in case of heavy rains
Updated on Jun 14, 2024 09:00 AM IST
Groundwater depletion in Lucknow: Three R mantra can turn the table
There is need to recharge, reclaim and rejuvenate water bodies for proper maintenance of groundwater table for future generations, along with balanced urbanization with sustainability, suggest environmentalists
Updated on Jun 13, 2024 05:08 AM IST
Decoding Lucknow’s water stress
With the city expanding, household water demand is expected to exceed 1000 MLD and commercial use is likely to surpass 800 MLD. Without proactive measures to recharge the water table, Lucknow faces a grim future, say environmentalists
Updated on Jun 12, 2024 06:18 AM IST
Lucknow digs deep for water, greens raise concern
The city has nearly 750 govt-operated tubewells and 550 private ones. With urban expansion, the number is expected to surpass 2,000 in coming years, with water extraction projected to exceed 2,200 MLD in five years. In a series beginning today, HT gives a lowdown on groundwater depletion in rural and urban areas of the state capital
Updated on Jun 11, 2024 05:00 AM IST
U.P. bypolls: SP wrests Duddhi, retains Gainsari; BJP secures Dadraul, Lucknow East
In the Lucknow East assembly seat, a traditional BJP stronghold, where by-election was held concurrently with the Lok Sabha elections on May 20, BJP candidate OP Srivastava received 142314 votes.
Updated on Jun 05, 2024 05:16 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Escape from Lucknow airport: 50 days on, 29 smugglers still out of agency’s bounds
Amid numerous suspicions, what officials know for certain is that while 28 of them hail from Rampur’s Tanda village, one smuggler is from Uttarakhand, and all of them know each other well.
Updated on May 23, 2024 07:08 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
When Purvanchal was dotted by Left flags
Communist parties in Uttar Pradesh have faded, failing to win seats in decades. Once dominant in regions like Varanasi, Mau, and Ghazipur, they now struggle against identity politics.
Updated on May 22, 2024 07:24 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Low voting in Lko: Why efforts failed? Here are possible reasons
Lucknow officials identify reasons for low voter turnout in Lok Sabha polls: inaccurate voter list, youth migration, urban apathy. Plans to address challenges for future elections.
Updated on May 22, 2024 06:02 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
2024 Lok Sabha polls: Lucknow disappoints again on the voter turnout front
Lucknow Lok Sabha constituency’s 2024 voter turnout of 52.23% is below the 2019 figure of 54.78% and the 2014 percentage 53.06
Updated on May 21, 2024 08:54 AM IST
Lucknow administration mobilises BLOs to push up percentage in low poll areas
Lucknow district administration aims to boost voter turnout in historically low-turnout areas through targeted persuasion and awareness campaigns.
Updated on May 20, 2024 08:50 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
All arrangements in place for polling day in Lucknow
With 39,53,287 eligible voters in the city, authorities have meticulously organized 3,767 polling booths in 1544 polling stations to accommodate the electorate. To manage the flow of voters and maintain order, the administration has capped the number of voters per booth at 1,500.
Updated on May 19, 2024 06:44 AM IST
Lucknow East bypoll: Oppn alliance locks horns with BJP in its bastion
Traditionally a BJP stronghold, Lucknow East has witnessed dominant performances by the party’s candidates.
Updated on May 19, 2024 06:38 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Lucknow women taking strides towards parity in voter participation
The gap, which has narrowed over time, was the lowest in 2014 general elections that saw 50.22% of women voting as compared to 55.23% of the men
Updated on May 18, 2024 05:32 AM IST
Will split in Muslim vote give edge to BJP in Lucknow?
Mohsin Raza, an ex-minister, said the BJP’s stance against triple talaq has resonated with women Muslim voters.
Updated on May 16, 2024 07:40 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Rahul Gandhi says he is 100% ready for debate with PM Modi
Rahul Gandhi also states that the Congress will consider reinstating the old pension scheme if the party comes to power
Updated on May 11, 2024 07:40 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Amid digital campaigning, big venues awaiting mega rallies in Lucknow
Despite its strategic location and ample facilities, the Ramabai rally ground has remained largely silent this season, which was not the case in previous election as parties like the BSP held massive rallies in 2012 and 2013, and the BJP held a grand rally in 2014 and 2017 at this venue.
Updated on May 09, 2024 10:03 PM IST
Voter Turnout: Will Lucknow soar or falter again?
The district administration is toiling hard to push Lucknow voters to breach the never achieved 60% polling mark, fearing it might dip again amidst a heatwave, rising temperatures, and an extended weekend on polling day.
Updated on May 05, 2024 06:38 AM IST
Fierce battle brewing up in Lucknow East bypoll
The BJP has nominated OP Srivastava, while Mukesh Singh Chauhan represents the INDIA bloc in the fight for the seat left vacant by the passing of Gopalji Tandon.
Updated on May 01, 2024 05:00 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Lucknow awash with saffron as Rajnath’s poll chariot rolls
‘Vikas Rath’ was written on the motorised chariot, and most of his big- ticket initiatives for Lucknow, including revamped airport, flyovers, roads and other infra projects, were mentioned on lotuses – the BJP’s election symbol
Updated on Apr 30, 2024 07:06 AM IST
Public outrage as ‘open neglect’ snuffs life out of minor boy in Lucknow
The manhole in Sector 7, Jankipuram, had been open for over three months despite complaints to civic authorities in this regard, say residents
Updated on Apr 24, 2024 09:36 AM IST