Richa Srivastava is a senior correspondent. She writes on social issues and human interest stories.
Articles by Richa Srivastava
Of plots, shops and FDs: Multi-crore divorces are trending in UP
A dozen plots of 1,200 square feet each, 13 houses, three shops in a mall and two fix deposits of Rs 30 lakh each -- all these account for a multi-crore alimony paid by a millionaire to his wife of a few days.
Updated on Jan 07, 2015 12:10 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Family sexual abuse victim wins justice, loses kin
A week ago, the court convicted her tormentors. But Priyanshi, 26, is in a confused state of mind. The joy of the court judgment in her favour is swamped by the pain of losing her family members who were her culprits and showed no mercy on her.
Updated on Dec 22, 2014 02:37 PM IST
None | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Durga Puja pandals in UP raise issue of crime against women
At a time when safety of women has become a cause for concern everywhere, some Durga Puja organisers in and around the city have decided to have special pandals dedicated to women empowerment and their safety.
Updated on Sep 23, 2014 02:42 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajeev Mullick / Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Marathon Vedic chants the secret to Lok Sabha poll victory
God always knows better. This is possibly the reason why 30 Lok Sabha candidates across the country are seeking divine intervention for victory. Soothsayers have chosen the Vedic chant route to success for these candidates.
Updated on Mar 17, 2014 02:07 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Acid attack survivor Laxmi’s spirit wins her a partner for life
Alok, a Kanpur resident who runs an award-winning campaign for acid attack victims, has set an example by deciding to enter into a live-in relationship with one of his fellow campaigners, Laxmi.
Updated on Jan 10, 2014 04:37 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Watch Ramlila live on your computer, cell phone
The Aishbagh Ramlila, one of the oldest in Lucknow, will raise its digital quotient this year. The epic play is all set to hit the web platform and get global audience during the festive season.
Updated on Sep 30, 2013 10:54 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Lucknow Red Brigade girls have a worldwide fan following
The group, comprising girls who have been victims of sexual abuse at home and on the streets, has more than a dozen articles, documentaries and radio programmes made on them in various parts of the globe.
Updated on Sep 16, 2013 10:37 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
A reformatory badly deformed
The Lucknow Juvenile Justice Board, comprising principal magistrate Uday Veer Singh and members Dinesh Pandey and Rashmi Rastogi, entered the ‘Ambedkar room at the home that accommodates children between 12-15 years. Little did they know they were due for a surprise themselves.
Updated on Aug 30, 2013 11:00 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
A curse that transcends borders
Uttar Pradesh stands second in the country after West Bengal when it comes to selling of girls for prostitution, reveals the 2012 data of the National Crime Records Bureau.
Updated on Aug 20, 2013 10:40 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Bhatkhande institute not in tune with faculty requirement
Out of the 40 sanctioned posts in the institute, there are only 18 teachers to impart training to nearly 2,000-odd students who come from various parts of the globe for music education.
Updated on Jul 31, 2013 11:42 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Solar dawn on UP village horizon
Omnigrid Micropower Company - a RESCO company - set up its first solar power plant in the village and Atrauli began to stir.
Updated on Jul 29, 2013 12:21 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Atrauli, Hardoi
London trainer offers free self defence lessons
After she read about the growing incidence of rapes in India, Debi Steven, a self-defence trainer working in London, decided to fly down and train women from underprivileged backgrounds here in the art of self-defence. Richa Srivastava reports.
Updated on Jul 28, 2013 02:28 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
End of a long night: how solar power lighted up a village in UP
In Atrauli, the days were depressingly short — 14 hours in all — till last year. And then, last October, Omnigrid Micropower Company — a RESCO company — set up its first solar power plant in the village and Atrauli began to stir. Richa Srivastava reports.
Updated on Jul 28, 2013 12:44 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Atrauli
My husband attacked me and committed suicide: acid attack survivor Meena Soni
Meena Soni, mother of three, was attacked with acid by her husband. She bounced back to life and now works for undertrial women at Lucknow jail and believes that women have abundant courage. Richa Srivastava writes. Laws against acid attacks
Updated on Jul 22, 2013 02:35 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava
Bhatkhande’s e-journal on classical music soon
The Bhatkhande Music institute is planning to launch a monthly e-journal on music for the tech-savvy, the groundwork for which has already started.
Updated on Jul 10, 2013 12:09 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Bhopal
UP is the murder capital of India!
Uttar Pradesh is the ‘murder capital’ of India. Not only this, the state is also No.1 in terms of kidnappings, robberies and dowry deaths, as per the National Crime Research Bureau’s (NCRB) data. Rohit K Singh and Richa Srivastava report. Scenario in India
Updated on Jun 21, 2013 10:18 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rohit K Singh and Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Use of weapons: UP cops top list
Uttar Pradesh is ahead of even terror-stricken states such as J&K and Chhattisgarh when it comes to civilian casualties due to police firing.
Updated on Jun 20, 2013 12:31 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Rohit K Singh and Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Living in a grey zone
Pathetic state: Mentally retarded and epileptic kids share space with normal ones in govt child shelter home, with no access to special care and training
Updated on Jun 20, 2013 01:24 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Hacking tops list of cyber crimes
Spurt in registration of cases in smaller towns. Women major victims of obscenity: NCRB data
Updated on Jun 19, 2013 11:50 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rohit K Singh and Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
From friend or relative to sexual predator
Breach of trust: in about 99.5% rapes in UP, relatives and acquaintances prime accused, says NCRB report.
Updated on Jun 18, 2013 10:50 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Rohit K Singh and Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
UP is No.1 in ‘crime against minors’
Children continue to be the most vulnerable section of society, especially in Uttar Pradesh. With 15.8% share in cases of crime against minors across the country, the state has again topped the list. Rohit K Singh and Richa Srivastava report.
Updated on Jun 17, 2013 03:32 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Rohit K Singh and Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
The mint that grows profits for farmers!
A drive by the fields on the city’s outskirts is a refreshing experience - even in this blazing heat. You are greeted by dark green leaves and exhilarating aroma that remind you of mouthwash, toothpaste, chewing gum, cool hair oils and talcum powders!
Updated on Apr 29, 2013 11:57 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Buying frenzy makes gold, silver scarce in Lucknow
Gold and silver may have been getting cheaper but are not up for grabs. Ask those who are heading to Lucknow Chowk's Sarrafa lane to buy the precious metals.
Updated on Apr 26, 2013 05:21 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Juveniles: It’s no longer a minor issue
The rebellion by so-called juveniles, who were actually overage inmates, in Hardoi on January 16 was the symptom of a far deeper malaise that has been neglected for far too long.
Updated on Jan 19, 2013 10:52 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Hope endures for Sarabjit kin amid border tension
Despite the escalating India-Pakistan border tension after the killing of two Indian jawans on the Line of Control, Sarbajit's family still hopes he will soon walk free from a Pakistani jail where he has been lodged for over 22 years, Richa Srivastava reports.
Updated on Jan 12, 2013 01:10 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Lucknow's Ashiana rape: Father hopes for justice
If patience and courage were to be personified, it would certainly look something like the lean old man, Gabruddin (name changed), the rag picker, now known as the father of Ashiana rape victim. Richa Srivastava reports.
Updated on Jan 09, 2013 02:25 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Being minor, a major ‘ escape’ for offenders
A 16-year-old boy accused of murder gets convicted at the age of 35. And guess what is his punishment? Spend the next three years at a special home for juvenile offenders.
Updated on Jan 05, 2013 02:15 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Redical 25 on mission: Romeo must cry!
At a time when the entire country is up in arms on the issue of women's security, this group of fiesty young girls in Lucknow comes as a ray of hope.
Updated on Dec 31, 2012 03:51 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Decoding the occasion called 12.12.12
Call it a craze among people or a unique numerological combination, the fancy date — December 12, 2012 (12-12-12) — is set to be a big occasion for expecting moms, to-be couples and those venturing into new businesses. Richa Srivastava reports.An auspicious day | Word of caution for parents naming their kids | Number 12 governed by Jupiter
Updated on Dec 08, 2012 01:20 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Richa Srivastava, Lucknow
Dec 6: Just another day now? Ayodhya youth moved on with the times
Though memories of what happened in Ayodhya and in its aftermath in the country are not easy to forget, there has been a generational shift to how we, especially the young brigade, think about the issue today. As India moves on, here is a lowdown on Ayodhya. HT reports. Times, they are a-changing
Updated on Dec 06, 2012 10:16 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Manish Chandra Pandey and Richa Srivastava, Ayodhya/lucknow