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
In Lucknow’s waste-side story, plastic peril paints grim picture
Nearly 300 metric tonnes of plastic waste is generated in Lucknow every day -- a five-fold jump from 59 tonnes in 2015 that poses a threat to human health, depletes nutritional quality of soil and raises concerns about the long-term environmental impact
Updated on Apr 22, 2024 06:08 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Trend in U.P. continues: Ex-bureaucrats throw their hat into election ring
Professor Manuka Khanna, head of department, political Science in Lucknow University said, “Over the past two decades, there has been a consistent uptick in the number of former bureaucrats venturing into politics, signalling a significant shift in career options in their second innings of life.”
Updated on Apr 25, 2024 06:25 PM IST
Heritage hotel project hits roadblock
Bidding for three sites in Lucknow yet to finish; two others to be handed over to private parties post elections
Updated on Apr 18, 2024 09:02 AM IST
‘To gift or not to gift’: Soaring gold prices make buyers look the other way
Jewellers in the state capital are reporting a significant decline in sales on account of soaring gold prices, which have crossed ₹74,000 per 10 gm.
Updated on Apr 17, 2024 08:12 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Six-fold surge in gold seizures in UP points to hawala link: Officials
Gold has been seized at airports in Lucknow, Varanasi and other parts of the state by different agencies and the surge in contraband trafficking extends beyond gold, with a notable uptick in smuggling of foreign cigarettes
Updated on Apr 13, 2024 09:20 AM IST
Yadav voters are upset with SP’s stance on Ram temple: Jaiveer Singh
The Bhartiya Janata Party has fielded the minister of tourism and culture, Jaiveer Singh, from the Samajwadi Party’s stronghold, Mainpuri. In a tête-à-tête, Hindustan Times explored Singh’s strategies and chances in the toughest challenge ahead.
Updated on Apr 11, 2024 07:12 AM IST
Once upon a time: When just ₹40,000 was enough for Atal Bihari Vajpayee to win Lok Sabha polls
Way back then, the political landscape was entirely dominated by the Congress and the rival Bharatiya Jana Sangh was struggling to find space
Updated on Apr 09, 2024 05:28 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow I
Govt committed to students’ welfare: U.P. minister Rajbhar on Madarsa Act issue
Uttar Pradesh to defend Madrasa Board Act in Supreme Court after Allahabad HC ruling; committed to 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' principles.
Updated on Apr 05, 2024 05:04 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Hindi Rangmanch Diwas: Biz houses’ help sought to infuse funds into stage
Senior artistes use buzzwords innovation and cutting corruption to give Hindi theatre a fresh lease of life
Updated on Apr 03, 2024 10:26 PM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
HC striking down Madrasa Act: Stakeholders to approach CM Yogi
Minister of state for minority affairs Danish Azad plans to meet the chief minister to discuss the issue and chairman of the UP Madrasa Education Board, Iftikhar Ali Javed will request Yogi’s personal intervention in the matter.
Updated on Mar 24, 2024 06:16 AM IST
Uncertainty over fate of 2 lakh madrasa students, 10K teachers in UP
There are 16,500 recognized, 560 aided and 8,500 unrecognized madrasas in UP, where over 2 lakh students are getting education. Where will these students go...to which schools would they be transferred, asks Iftikhar Ahmed Javed, chairman, UP Madrasa Education Board
Published on Mar 22, 2024 09:53 PM IST
Migrants upbeat over CAA, hope for faster Indian citizenship
Union govt issued rules for CAA, four years after the law was passed to fast-track citizenship to non-Muslims who entered India from neighbouring countries
Updated on Mar 15, 2024 02:21 AM IST
After 7 years, Lucknow finally gets Outer Ring Road
It will take some time to get fully operational; work underway on the Sitapur road patch, where the NHAI has stopped movement of heavy vehicles
Updated on Mar 12, 2024 06:10 AM IST
SIT calls for action against madrasas failing to disclose donors
“They have been receiving funds from Gulf countries for the past two decades,” he said. The report highlights concentrations in districts bordering Nepal, such as Maharajganj, Shravasti, Bahraich, and Gonda, each of which has over 300 such madrasas.
Published on Mar 07, 2024 10:54 PM IST
UPBTVP, culture dept prepare for a grand Braj Rangotsav
Minister of culture Jaiveer Singh said that the Holi of Braj had special significance as it was associated with Lord Krishna. The Braj region, including Mathura, Vrindavan, Govardhan, Gokul, Nandgaon and Barsana, was known for its unique Holi celebrations which would be showcased by the department to attract tourism.
Updated on Mar 07, 2024 07:46 AM IST
East-West Metro Corridor will improve access to Old Lucknow areas
Train expected to cover distance from Charbagh to Vasantkunj in 28 to 30 mins; this metro line will provide a mode of transport to people in the most encroached and congested areas of Lucknow, says UPMRC official
Updated on Mar 06, 2024 08:12 AM IST
Lucknow’s sinking roads indicate stinking corruption?
Fourth time since June 2020: Rupture in Vikas Nagar trunk sewer leads to huge road cave-in; incident highlights a larger problem involving poor construction practices, says corporator
Updated on Mar 05, 2024 07:10 AM IST
Akbar Nagar: As bulldozer action continues, commercial complexes face the brunt
Around 24 major furniture shops and showrooms were demolished after the high court refused to grant relief to the big showroom owners who had constructed massive structures.
Published on Feb 27, 2024 10:17 PM IST
Ring road to offload 1.60 lakh vehicles from Lucknow roads
Equipped with 157 entries and exits across the stretch, the ORR looks to significantly bring down traffic load on multiple national and state highways that pass through the state capital.
Updated on Feb 27, 2024 06:40 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Lucknow: Bulldozers back in action in Akbar Nagar
Lucknow Development Authority official says 277 houses, whose occupants have not moved court, will be demolished
Updated on Feb 27, 2024 06:36 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Solid waste management: A Bio-CNG solution to city’s woes
Municipal commissioner Inderjeet Singh said, “ EverEnviro Resource Management Pvt Ltd is going to set up the plant at 12 acres of LMC land between shooting range and Kanha Upvan in Amausi Industrial area.”
Updated on Mar 04, 2024 06:33 PM IST
UP transits into EV making era: Land of SIL sees bhoomi pujan for Ashok Leyland plant
CM urges auto major to expedite production from the unit, saying that markets of not only UP, but the entire north India, eagerly await electric vehicles
Updated on Feb 21, 2024 06:26 AM IST
Ashok Leyland in Lucknow: ‘First e-bus to roll out of plant by Aug 2025’
We hope the plant will become a global leader in EV technology, said Dheeraj Hinduja, executive chairman, Ashok Leyland
Updated on Feb 21, 2024 05:04 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Lucknow airport plays host as private jets fly in head honchos
Among the early arrivals was defence minister Rajnath Singh, who is also the Member of Parliament from Lucknow
Published on Feb 19, 2024 10:59 PM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Raj Bisaria: Theatre world, Lucknow lose a legend
The theatre community has described his passing as the loss of a visionary whose impact on Indian theatre transcends generations.
Updated on Feb 17, 2024 06:34 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Groundbreaking ceremony likely to give a push to eco, wellness tourism in U.P.
One of the key players in this burgeoning sector is Shaurya Naturopathy and Resorts India Private Limited, committing a substantial investment of ₹500 crore in Prayagraj. Gokul Naturopathy & Wellness Centre is following suit with a promising investment of ₹7 crore, highlighting the diverse opportunities this sector presents for investors.
Updated on Feb 14, 2024 10:58 PM IST
From dust to glory, Rashtriya Prerna Sthal to transform Lucknow’s landscape
Spread over 65 acres, site to house museum dedicated to tall personalities, a massive rally ground that can hold 1 lakh people, and more.
Updated on Feb 14, 2024 09:04 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Groundbreaking ceremony: Events showcasing U.P.’s cultural richness await guests
Story of Ayodhya, Kathak event and more in store for guests coming to Uttar Pradesh capital on Feb 19
Updated on Feb 13, 2024 07:26 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Early detection of PID is key to treatment, say experts at primary immune deficiency meet at SGPGIMS
PID constitutes a diverse group of over 500 potential disorders with significant implications for the immune system’s functionality
Published on Feb 10, 2024 07:44 PM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
PM likely to dedicate projects, address rally in Lucknow on Feb 19
The PM will perform the “bhoomi pujan” at the groundbreaking ceremony that the Uttar Pradesh government proposes to hold on that day
Published on Feb 09, 2024 10:39 PM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow