Articles by Godhooli Sharma
Green crackers: Mktg gimmick or failed awareness drive in Lko?
Hindustan Times found that many firecrackers did not have a QR code or CSIR-NEERI logo while some had a QR code which had details of the manufacture but had no trace of the ingredients used in the manufacturing process

Published on Oct 28, 2024 09:06 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
From Chikankari to sherwanis: Lucknow’s ethnic markets gear up for Diwali glam
In the age of e-retail and online shopping, home-grown brands have opened an e-retail window through their websites

Updated on Oct 26, 2024 08:40 AM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Dhanteras: Hybrid vehicles, SUVs push Lucknow’s demand over last year’s
Experts expect 15% more deliveries in the two-wheeler segment and 11% growth in the four-wheeler segment

Published on Oct 24, 2024 09:38 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
CSIR develops device to run health diagnostics, test adulteration
This is a compact device which can easily be carried anywhere, and more importantly, it is customisable

Published on Oct 24, 2024 09:32 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Traditional diyas: Sourcing clay, selling items, darkness surrounds Lko potters
Mahesh Prajapati's struggle highlights the decline of traditional diya-making in Telibagh, as potters face rising costs and competition from cheaper, machine-made alternatives.

Updated on Oct 22, 2024 09:04 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
BBAU research to help tackle dengue, infectious outbreaks
BBAU's research, funded by CST-UP, uses machine learning to predict infectious disease outbreaks, aiding policymakers in resource allocation and intervention.

Published on Oct 22, 2024 08:59 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Nursery admissions: Soft skills, ability to create learning atmosphere key for parents
To secure nursery admission, parents should demonstrate confidence and soft skills. Schools value children's awareness and family engagement during interviews.

Updated on Oct 19, 2024 08:36 AM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
CSIR-CIMAP practices helping menthol mint farmers boost yield
Menthol mint is a specific breed of mint which is rich in menthol oil. The country is a global leader in menthol mint production

Updated on Oct 14, 2024 10:35 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
United by spirit, distinct in style:The many faces of Ramleela in Lucknow
The Ramleela staged by Shri Public Bal Ramleela (SPBR) in Chowk has been framed out of five Ramayans – Shri Ramavtaram by Kamban, Ramacharitmanas by Tulsidas, Adhyatma Ramayan by Ved Vyas, Valmiki Ramayan and Radhey Shyam Ramayan. Another thing which makes it unique from other Ramleelas is that 80% of its cast includes children and teenagers.

Updated on Oct 12, 2024 07:32 AM IST
Bondhu Mahal puja pandal lends voice to ‘women safety at workplace’
Organisers and devotees will not only deck up the pandal, but also set up a special pavilion displaying banners related to the issue

Updated on Oct 08, 2024 06:20 AM IST
Homage to deceased members: Celebrations at Victory XI, Shashi Bhushan low key this year
Victory XI Durga Puja committee lost six of its members including Shobha Dutta, Beena Acharya, Ashish Bhattacharya, BD Chaudhary and Sushrit Chatterjee. Former general secretary of Shashi Bhushan Durga Puja Committee Ashish Bhattacharya passed away earlier this year.

Updated on Oct 07, 2024 07:52 AM IST
Passion, devotion drive working professionals to act in Ramleela
Birendra Sharma, a service manager for an air conditioner company, who directs the Railway Ramleela, said that he took 10 days’ leave from work to manage everything well. “I don’t take leave throughout the year and reserve it only for Ramleela days. Acting has been my passion and when I direct the Ramleela I do it with complete dedication. I take part in the Ramleela to promote its message among the young generation,” said Sharma.

Updated on Oct 06, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Pandal takes Vatican route as committee marks 50 years
The pandal being set up by Mitro Sangho Puja committee is coming up at Model House Park, where Durga Puja celebrations will enter the 50th year.

Published on Oct 05, 2024 10:54 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Jamini Roy’s Mother and Child to grace Durga Puja pandals in Lucknow
Roy is known for his unique take on the folk-art styles of Bengal. His paintings including the ‘Mother and Child’ will be part of the decorations at these pandals.

Published on Oct 05, 2024 01:47 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Lucknow Mahanagar Ramleela: Here females play Ram, his brothers!
In Uttar Pradesh's Mahanagar, a unique Ramleela features women playing male roles, promoting inclusivity since 2021, blending tradition with Kumaoni style.

Updated on Oct 05, 2024 05:50 AM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Aishbagh Ramleela a cut above the rest, courtesy modern touch
A permanent stage has been constructed as part of a renovation project. Last year, Ramleela was staged on this permanent stage .These days, the committee has been getting an animated video recorded for some scenes, including one related to Hanuman flying with the mountain or Ravan on his Pushpak Viman while kidnapping Sita.

Updated on Oct 04, 2024 06:44 AM IST
Lucknow’s Aliganj Puja steeped in tradition of 44 years
A unique Durga idol made from sacred clays by sculptor Abhijeet Biswas will feature at Aliganj's Durga puja, honoring founder Bhasker Bose.

Updated on Oct 02, 2024 09:52 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
From coins to canvas, Lucknow elderly find new beginnings
Sociologist Neetu Batra says the concept of active ageing or positive ageing is being embraced by more elderly people.

Updated on Oct 01, 2024 07:28 AM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Sign Language Day: Meerut youth’s innovation set to become voice of voiceless
Now, an engineering student, he has invented a device – Signify - which can help bridge the gap between the mute and normal people. Through this device, sign language can be converted into text and voice using artificial intelligence.

Published on Sep 22, 2024 07:52 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Fennel oil-infused polymeric beads to combat mosquito larvae
CSIR-CIMAP has developed biodegradable polymeric beads with fennel oil to effectively eliminate mosquito larvae, set for release by October.

Updated on Sep 20, 2024 10:52 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Registration fee a money spinner? Student leaders raise red flag over LURN system
Before filling in the enrolment form for LU or any college, a student must obtain a Lucknow University Registration Number by paying ₹100. Even if the student fails to get admission, the amount is not refunded

Updated on Sep 20, 2024 09:18 AM IST
LU convocation: PARAM inventor predicts women will propel India to superpower status
198 medals conferred – 138 to women students, 60 to men; D.Litt degree awarded to Nilesh Desai, director of Space Applications Centre

Updated on Sep 17, 2024 08:46 AM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Gain knowledge abroad but return to India: Bhatkar message to youths
“There is a lot of potential in our country and if instead of ‘brain drain’ in which youth go out in search of opportunities we focus on ‘brain gain’ in which they return after learning from the other countries, we can contribute to the development of the nation,” said Bhatkar, while addressing the media at the Raj Bhawan here.

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:40 AM IST
Oil, natural gas reserves in Godavari river basin land: BSIP
The researchers have studied the sediments, including coal and shale, which were deposited in the area to understand the palaeoenvironment (environment in the past)

Published on Sep 14, 2024 08:38 PM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
DSMNRU convocation: Governor for separate merit list, medals for differently-abled students
“The university provides a composite atmosphere for both normal and differently-abled students. It is difficult to raise differently -abled students and when government jobs have a special list for them, the university should also have a separate merit list for them. They should be provided separate medals to acknowledge their efforts and journey,” said governor Anandiben Patel.

Updated on Sep 14, 2024 09:32 AM IST
Carrying the torch for hearing impaired
A 50-year-old hearing impaired student awarded PhD degree at DSMNRU convocation. His PhD research is about usage of Indian sign language to develop literacy and improve life skills through a blended learning mode.

Updated on Sep 14, 2024 07:56 AM IST
Education, information can bring down crimes against women: UP women commission president
Babita Chauhan has officially taken charge as president of the UP State Women Commission, focusing on women's empowerment, education, and combating violence.

Updated on Sep 07, 2024 08:10 AM IST
Godhooli Sharma, Lucknow
Better late than never: Youths tutor elderly in digital literacy
“From making digital payments, ordering medicines and using social media, we have learnt several things in a workshop organized by Aastha Old Age Hospital (AOAH). The youth volunteers motivated us for optimum utilization of our mobile device. They also made us aware of fraudulent calls and messages which can cost us our life’s earnings,” said Kavita Srivastava, 56.

Updated on Sep 05, 2024 08:46 AM IST
Beyond notes and books: Teachers for whom ‘class’ is a place of new learning
In Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University (DSMNRU, teachers play two roles at a time. While they continue to impart knowledge about their subject to the students, they also learn to derive different ways of bringing more inclusivity to the class.

Updated on Sep 05, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Fossils of interest: Rarest of rare collections on display at BSIP museum soon
The museum will be spread over 5000 sq ft of which 2100 sq feet will be dedicated to a herbarium. This will be the first time in BSIP that a herbarium will be set up in the institute. This herbarium will include 30,000 herbarium sheets, 4,000 fruits and seeds, 4313 wood slides, 12,000 Palynological slides, 3,000 palm anatomy slides and 4,000 wood blocks.

Updated on Sep 02, 2024 06:08 AM IST