Oliver Fredrick is working in capacity of Senior Correspondent and is based in Lucknow. Other than covering important beats like Railways, Defense, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), District Administration, he loves to write on human interest stories as it gives an instant connect with the readers. In his career of around 10 years, he has done several path-breaking stories which had forced the State Government authorities to take appropriate actions. Prior coming to Lucknow, he was based in Bareilly and was taking care of politically-sensitive West UP districts like Rampur, Moradabad, Pilibhit, Badaun,Muzaffarnagar and others.
Articles by Oliver Fredrick
Over 3L devotees participate in G20-themed Shiva Baraat in Varanasi
The 10-km long Shiv Barat, which picked up from the Til Bhandeshwar temple, saw the participation of people from all religions. Be it jogis, Sadhus, Sikh Gurus or Maulvis, all seemed to be drenched in the festivities of Maha Shivratri.
Updated on Feb 19, 2023 05:05 AM IST
President Droupadi Murmu visits Varanasi, offers prayers at Kal Bhairav, Kashi Vishwanath temples, witnesses Ganga aarti
President Droupadi Murmu, who arrived in Varanasi from Lucknow, was accompanied by governor Anandiben Patel and chief minister Yogi Adityanath
Published on Feb 13, 2023 10:56 PM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
Varanasi’s tourism sector attracts big money, officials hail investors as ‘harbingers of change’
During the event, the tourism sector alone witnessed investment proposals worth ₹11,500 crore as more than 40 investors signed MoUs with the tourism department.
Published on Feb 07, 2023 10:46 PM IST
G 20 events in U.P.: Kashi’s unique art form to greet foreign delegates
As per officials, the UP government would welcome the delegates with specially crafted cufflinks, made of pure silver with fine gulabi meenakaari work.
Published on Jan 30, 2023 12:24 AM IST
Tiranga Burfi – 82 years old and still going strong in Varanasi
According to local historians, the tri-colored sweet was evolved after the British government banned unfurling of the Tiranga
Published on Jan 26, 2023 12:52 AM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
Nepal plane crash: Mortal remains of four victims reach Ghazipur, cremated
Braving the winter chill, hundreds of villagers attended the cremation. In a tribute to the four victims, Kasimabad traders observed a day-long market closure on Tuesday.
Published on Jan 24, 2023 10:50 PM IST
Day-long boat race promotes green fuel, enthrals visitors
The race was flagged by chief guest and Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri. The event was also attended by AK Sharma, U.P. minister for urban development and energy.
Published on Jan 22, 2023 08:15 PM IST
Kin yet to identify bodies of 4 UP residents killed in Pokhara crash
“We are tired and traumatized. We have lost someone dear to us and are yet to perform the last rites. I request the Indian government to help us get the bodies of our dear ones,” says Abhinesh Kushwaha, brother of Abhishek Kushwaha.
Published on Jan 21, 2023 01:43 AM IST
Nadda coins ‘HIRA’ to highlight focus on highways, internet, rlys and airways
Party chief holds rally in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghazipur, kick-starts BJP’s ‘Mission 2024’ to drum up support for it in the Lok Sabha elections
Published on Jan 20, 2023 10:03 PM IST
Boat race and hot-air ballooning begins in Varanasi: Zest beats chill as people flock to Ghat
Unlike previous instances, when the boatmen used to compete with fellow boatmen in a friendly manner, this time there was a professional touch to the teams formed by the UP tourism department for the boat race
Published on Jan 17, 2023 11:28 PM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
Nepal plane crash: Importation of mortal remains to be initiated after DNA match
Nepalese authorities started handing over to family members the bodies of those killed after Yeti Airlines’ aircraft with 72 people, including five Indians, crashed in a river gorge in the resort city of Pokhara, as the death toll rose to 70.
Updated on Jan 18, 2023 04:44 AM IST
Families of 5 Indians head to Nepal to collect remains
The five Indian nationals were among 72 aboard the Yeti Airlines flight YT-691, which crashed into a gorge while on approach to the airport at the tourist town of Pokhara.
Updated on Jan 17, 2023 04:32 AM IST
4 friends on vacation among 5 Indians on board Nepal plane
The five Indian nationals were among 72 aboard the Yeti Airlines flight YT-691, which crashed into a gorge while on approach to the airport at the tourist town of Pokhara.
Published on Jan 16, 2023 12:01 AM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
Four among five Indians who died in Nepal crash hailed from Ghazipur
Of the five Indians who were killed after a Yeti Airlines ATR 72 aircraft crashed in Nepal’s Pokhara on Sunday morning, four hailed from Uttar Pradesh’s Ghazipur district while one was said to be a resident of Bihar’s Sitamarhi district
Published on Jan 15, 2023 11:44 PM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
Kashi looks on in delight as stunner Ganga Vilas preens in the waters
Huge crowd mills around on Ravidas Ghat to catch a glimpse of the luxurious ship and record a historical moment on camera
Updated on Jan 14, 2023 12:55 AM IST
PM Modi flags off 51-day-long Ganga Vilas cruise in Varanasi
The projects will not only bolster cruise tourism in India, but will also bring development and employment opportunities to cities established on the banks of the Ganga, Modi said, addressing the gathering in Varanasi via video conferencing.
Published on Jan 14, 2023 12:08 AM IST
Varanasi: Modi to inaugurate world’s longest river cruise
Ganga Vilas will leave for a 51-day journey from Varanasi to Dibrugarh (Assam) via five Indian states and Bangladesh with 32 Swiss nationals on board
Published on Jan 13, 2023 09:16 AM IST
Longest river cruise docks amid fanfare in Varanasi
The Ganga Vilas cruise, operated by Antara Cruises, scheduled to be flagged off by Modi on January 13, will traverse 3,200km through five states in India and parts of Bangladesh over 51 days.
Updated on Feb 08, 2023 03:13 PM IST
Ganga Vilas reaches Ramnagar, locals reach port to take selfies with longest river cruiser
The Ganga Vilas cruiser -- which is scheduled to be flagged off by PM Modi on January 13 -- has become the topic of discussion at paan shops, tea stalls, and other public places where people assemble in Ramnagar.
Published on Jan 10, 2023 09:22 PM IST
Kashi to host grand boat race, hot air balloon fest from Jan 17
On Monday, the state tourism department released the logo of the festival titled ‘Kashi Balloon and Boat Festival’.
Updated on Jan 10, 2023 12:10 AM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
Ganga Vilas cruise to reach Varanasi today
In Ghazipur, Ganga Vilas received a grand welcome from locals who gathered on the bank of the Ganga to catch a glimpse of the luxurious voyage.
Updated on Jan 08, 2023 11:27 PM IST
Record footfall at temple as Kashi gives new year a spiritual start
Sunil Verma, the temple’s chief executive officer, said till 6 pm around 6 lakh devotees had visited the temple on Sunday.
Published on Jan 02, 2023 12:27 AM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
Houseful hotels lead revellers to ‘Ganga Paar’ for New Year bashes
With most of the city restaurants, hotels and resorts almost booked for New Year parties, the revellers here have found a ‘Banarsi Way’ to welcome 2023.
Published on Dec 29, 2022 12:29 AM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
90 million Covid booster doses yet to be taken in Uttar Pradesh, vaccine stock adequate, say officials
In view of the recent rise in Covid cases in some countries, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath has said the state government will formulate a fresh policy for prevention and management of Covid-19
Published on Dec 24, 2022 12:57 AM IST
Gaurav Saigal, K Sandeep Kumar and Oliver Fredrick, Lucknow/prayagraj/varanasi
PM Modi strengthened cultural ties between Kashi, Tamil Nadu: Amit Shah
The Union home minister said even after independence, “a time came when efforts were made to poison the cultural unity of the country”.
Updated on Dec 17, 2022 04:38 AM IST
Kashi’s pristine glory restored, appearance transformed in eight years: Yogi Adityanath
Tourist influx in Kashi has increased to 1 crore (10 million) per month from 1 crore per year, says Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath
Published on Dec 11, 2022 10:19 PM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
All primary health centres in Uttar Pradesh to have telemedicine facility soon: Yogi Adityanath
Over 4600 primary health centres of the state will be connected with health ATMs, which will provide the facility of testing 60 types of diseases, says Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath
Published on Dec 11, 2022 10:17 PM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi
Soon, KV Dham to be open for weddings, auspicious functions
Temple officials said that for the purpose, the management had allocated Priyambkeshwar Hall, a grand space at Kashi Vishwanath Dham, having a capacity to accommodate several hundred people.
Published on Dec 07, 2022 09:36 PM IST
Using artistic talent to raise money for studies
Ram Nayan of Mau, a BFA student in BHU, meets his educational and personal expenses by selling his art work on the stairs of Assi Ghat in Varanasi
Published on Dec 04, 2022 12:29 AM IST
Gangetic dolphins return, spawn abundant hope in Varanasi village
Dhakwa village in Varanasi is perhaps one of the few points in eastern Uttar Pradesh where Gangetic dolphins can be spotted in large numbers
Published on Nov 27, 2022 12:50 AM IST
Oliver Fredrick, Varanasi