Chandan Healthcare Scales Franchise Network to 500+ Franchises; Targets 1,000 Franchises by FY27-End
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 23: Chandan Healthcare Limited (NSE CHANDAN), an integrated diagnostics company offering pathology and radiology services, has expanded its diagnostic franchise network to 568
DDCA Director Vikas Katyal Appointed Team India Manager For West Indies Series
District Cricket Association: Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) Director Vikas Katyal has been appointed as the manager of the Indian cricket team for the upcoming home series against the West Indies, the state association announced on Wednesday. India and West Indies will face each other in three ODIs and five T20Is, with the series beginning on September 27. The ODI series will open in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27 before moving to Guwahati and New Chandigarh. The five-match T20I series will then be played in Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru. Shubman Gill will lead India in the ODI series, with senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli also part of the squad. Shreyas Iyer will captain the T20I side, which includes a mix of experienced campaigners and emerging talent. Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma are among the players named in the squad. The DDCA congratulated Katyal on his appointment and described it as a moment of pride for the association and the wider Delhi cricket fraternity. This is a proud occasion for the entire DDCA fraternity, as one of its directors has been entrusted with the responsibility of managing the Indian cricket team. DDCA congratulates Katyal on this prestigious appointment and wishes him and Team India every success for the West Indies series to be played in India, the DDCA said in a statement. The appointment comes ahead of a series in which India will look to maintain its strong record against the West Indies. In ODIs, India have won 67 of the 142 matches between the two teams, while West Indies have 63 victories. Two matches have ended in ties, and four produced no result. This is a proud occasion for the entire DDCA fraternity, as one of its directors has been entrusted with the responsibility of managing the Indian cricket team. DDCA congratulates Katyal on this prestigious appointment and wishes him and Team India every success for the West Indies series to be played in India, the DDCA said in a statement. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The two teams last met in the T20 World Cup earlier this year, with India defeating the West Indies by five wickets at Eden Gardens on March 1. Article Source: IANS
UP RERA approves 12 realty projects worth Rs 1,664 cr across six districts
The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority has greenlit 12 new projects across six districts, promising an investment of Rs 1,663.85 crore, which substantially enhances the real estate landscape. Notably, Lucknow leads with four projects amounting to Rs 609.35 crore and 1,972 residential units. Ghaziabad and Hapur also attract notable investments in housing. The authority stresses the importance of adherence to regulations and timely project completion, safeguarding homeowners' interests.
Bharat Taxi to operate on zero commission, drivers to get 5 lakh social security: CM Yogi Adityanath
Operations begin in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Varanasi and Prayagraj; taxi as well as two-wheeler and three-wheeler drivers to join
Bharat Taxi to operate on zero commission, drivers to get 5 lakh social security: CM Yogi Adityanath
Operations begin in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Varanasi and Prayagraj; taxi as well as two-wheeler and three-wheeler drivers to join
Mayawati Appoints Nephew Ishan Anand as National Coordinator Amid Family Politics Allegations
Mayawati reaffirms BSPs independent electoral strategy and appoints Ishan Anand as national coordinator during a key meeting in Lucknow. Mayawati Appoints Nephew Ishan Anand as National Coordinator Amid Family Politics Allegations
Mayawati appoints Ishan Anand as BSP national coordinator after Akash Anand's removal from key post
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) national president Mayawati has decided to elevate her younger nephew Ishan Anand in the party organisation ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Ishan Anand has been appointed as the party's national coordinator following the removal of his elder brother Akash Anand from a key organisational position.The decision was taken during a major meeting of BSP national office-bearers at the party headquarters in Lucknow on Wednesday. As per details, the meeting focused on strengthening the organisation and reviewing preparations for the upcoming Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Punjab.
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Video: Mans final moments caught on camera as 3 drowns in Lucknow river during Ganesh idol immersion
Divorced woman can seek maintenance even if divorce was on ground of desertion: Allahabad HC
Mayawati will chair a significant all-India meeting in Lucknow to discuss the party's electoral strategies. This meeting is set to focus on preparations for upcoming Assembly elections in several states. Ram Gopal Yadav of the Samajwadi Party has expressed his interest in contesting the Rajya Sabha elections. Mayawati previously questioned the Samajwadi Partys changes related to electoral tactics and its impact on Muslim votes.
Kashmir-shot film Obur wins Best Script Award
Ekta Nagar (Gujarat), Sept 22: A film shot against the backdrop of Kashmir has won national recognition, with Obur receiving the Best Script Award at the 72nd National Film Awards held at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat on Tuesday. Direct and screenwriter Faraz Ali was honoured with the award for Obur, a bilingual Hindi-Kashmiri short film that brings together regional storytelling traditions and explores themes rooted in the social and emotional realities of Kashmir. The film was shot in the Doodhpathri area and several downtown locations of Srinagar. Ali, who hails from Lucknow, travelled to Kashmir to shoot the film. Obur (2024), directed by Faraz Ali, follows a teenage horse guide who sets out in search of a lost digital memory. The story has been written by Shahnawaz Bhat and Faraz Ali. The films bilingual narrative combines Hindi and Kashmiri, with the screenplay drawing attention for its treatment of language, cultural authenticity and regional setting. Writing a screenplay across two languages presented creative and structural challenges, with the filmmakers seeking to retain the distinctiveness of Kashmiri storytelling while maintaining a cohesive cinematic narrative. The National Film Award recognition for Obur also brings the spotlight on Kashmir as a setting for contemporary cinema and highlights the contribution of regional stories and voices to Indian filmmaking. The National Film Awards are among Indias highest honours in cinema and recognise excellence across filmmaking, screenwriting, acting and technical categories in different languages and regions.
Maya calls nationwide BSP review meet amid changing political scenario
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Lucknow police launches PRAMAAN to map accident hotspots, prevent road deaths
NHAI bars Theme Engineering from bidding for new highway projects
New Delhi: State-owned NHAI has barred Theme Engineering Services, a consultancy agency involved in Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway construction, from participating in any bids for highway projects of the Road Transport Ministry/NHAI for two years, a senior government official has said. NHAIs action came after a stretch of the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway was damaged, with the highway authority Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
SP-Congress alliance faces fresh friction in UP ahead of polls
Lucknow: On a day when Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Nitin Nabin toured western Uttar Pradesh to firm up the partys poll strategy, two prominent opposition voices from the region sparred over which leader brings more value to the Samajwadi Party-Congress alliance ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls. Samajwadi Party MP from Kairana Iqra Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Amit Shah says govt will collectively succeed in uprooting drug trade from India by 2029
New Delhi, Sep 22: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah today inaugurated the 3rd National Conference of Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) Heads of States/UTs in New Delhi. On this occasion, the Union Home Minister launched Television Commercials (TVCs) to spread awareness against narcotic substances and laid the foundation stone of new zonal complexes of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in Lucknow and Dehradun. During the event, the best-performing ANTF of States and UTs were also honoured. In addition, the Union Home Minister launched the newly designed website of the NCB. In the two-day conference organised by the NCB, ANTF heads from 36 States and Union Territories, along with representatives of concerned government departments and other stakeholders, are participating. In his address, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, we have for the past five years been taking one step after another in an effort to achieve the difficult goal of a drug free India. He said that the time has now come to deliver a decisive blow against narcotics, which have become the most serious threat to the country and the world, and to achieve victory through collective efforts. Shah said that by 31 December 2029, we will collectively succeed in uprooting the drug trade from India. Shah said that in the past five years we have achieved success against several challenges such as terrorism in Kashmir, insurgency in the Northeast and the problem of Naxalism. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) with the cooperation of all the states, we have ended these major problems that have confronted the country for decades. He said that the fight against drugs is the most difficult of all battles, but we cannot abandon this fight. Shah said that to build a Viksit Bharat by 2047, to save future generations and to connect the youth with Indias development, the only option before us is to make India drug-free. We will have to fight this problem unitedly and with passion, and we must achieve victory. Union Home Minister said that the Vision Document 2026-2029 is like the Gita for all those involved in this fight. This Vision Document has been prepared with great effort after discussions with more than 35 departments. He said that we have prepared the complete roadmap after taking suggestions from all stakeholders, and it has been given to everyone with definite targets. Targets and timelines have also been fixed in it. The Home Minister said that it will also be reviewed after some time. Shah added that the MHA or the NCB cannot do all this alone. We all have to fight this battle with top priority and complete dedication, and we have to win it as well. Shah said that it should be our shared responsibility and resolve to end this menace of drugs that is hollowing out future generations. Our resolve should be that we will not allow even one gram of drugs to enter the country from anywhere in the world, nor will even one gram of drugs go from our country to the world. He said that we have prepared this roadmap with a resolve for the welfare of youth across the world. Shah said that we will have to work for a drug-free India with sensitivity, with an understanding of its importance, and as the topmost priority. He said Meet once the parents and siblings of even one young person afflicted by drugs. Until you meet them, intensity in this fight cannot arise in you. A weeping, wailing mother, a younger sister, and a boy who ranked in the top 10 in the Class 10 board examination is slowly moving towards death, while his helpless parents watch. There can be no greater sorrow than this for anyone, and for us too it is a national loss. A talented child who was going to contribute to Indias development in the days to come - his life is ending midway. There can be no greater loss than this for us and for the country. Union Home Minister said that we have to fight the battle against drugs with clarity. He said that the focal points of this fight have already been identified, and a roadmap has also been prepared at the state level to take intelligence, investigation, financial action and prosecution in one direction. Shah said that in the first ANTF conference we had created an institutional mechanism and strengthened it. In the second ANTF conference, we discussed capability, action and execution in order to convert that mechanism into action. Today, the third ANTF conference will convert this roadmap into a decisive battle. Shah said that whatever we have done so far is not enough. Until the Principal of every school, the Patwari of the village, the PSI of the police station, the Director General of Police and the Chief Secretary of the state, and even the Home Secretary of the Government of India, work in one direction, we will not achieve success. He said that todays conference is the most important because this time we will move forward towards complete victory by fixing Target, Timeline and Accountability. Union Home Minister said that we now have to move from Meeting to Mission, from Reporting to Result, from Seizure to the dismantling of Networks, and from Case to Conviction. He said that until all departments of the state governments and the Government of India engage in this work, we cannot move forward. Shah said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set the target of building a Viksit Bharat by August 15, 2047 before the 140 crore citizens of the country, when India will be at the forefront globally in every sector. He said that if we are to achieve this goal, we cannot do so with a youth power and future generation hollowed out by addiction. He stated that India is the youngest country in the world, which is why the threat is also the largest for us in the global context. This is our necessity because the health, skills, labour, and thinking capacity of the youth alone can lead the country to that goal, and drugs damage all four of these capacities. Union Home Minister said that for emerging challenges such as synthetic drugs, diversion of precursor chemicals, new communication technologies, dark-net, drug markets, crypto, dead-drop delivery systems, and international drug networks, a team of officers who think 'out-of-the-box' should be constituted in every state, and success should be shared and implemented across the entire nation. Shah stated that the Vision Document 20262029 rests on four pillars: Enforcement, intelligence & operations, Control of precursor & synthetic drugs, Demand & harm reduction, and Capacity building & coordination. Over 100 targets have been categorized across these four pillars. Under the target of registering 1 lakh Nashamukt Mitras outlined in the Vision Document, various ministries have registered 46,780 Nashamukt Mitras so far, and they are already operational. To take this campaign to the grassroots level, Nashamukt Mitras will visit 10 lakh schools, colleges, and institutions across the country in the coming days to caution the youth and sensitize campus directors. Shah said that today we are discussing converting the roadmap into results, and the most crucial element of the brainstorming taking place over these two days is compassion. Our goal should be to transform the ANTF into an Anti-Narco Mission Command, and State Chief Secretaries will need to adopt a different approach regarding manpower, technology, budget, and other resources. The Home Minister added that the Government of India is emphasizing technology and forensics in capacity building. Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation stated that instead of maintaining a seizure-centric approach, we must move forward with the objective of dismantling entire networks. Our priority, along with backward-forward investigation, must also include financial investigation and tracing digital links. Our strike must hit the funds earned by drug dealers. Shah said that cartels must be targeted at three levels: the entry point, the inter-state distribution system, and the local sales networks within districts. Further, districts will be categorized into three clusters: those where drugs are manufactured or enter the country, those serving as transportation corridors, and those where consumption takes place. Union Home Minister stated that we must increase the utilization of PITNDPS, as there is a strong need for it in the country. A complete roadmap from investigation to conviction must be formulated in coordination with public prosecutors. A dedicated campaign must be launched to deport foreign accused present in India and blacklist them so they can never re-enter the country. Moreover, the fugitives who are supplying drugs to the country from abroad should be caught and brought before the Indian courts. By targeting borders and production centres, all loopholes must be plugged. Every ANTF should integrate the entire process of converting information to actionable intelligence into the work culture of their respective state police force. The Home Minister expressed confidence that we will succeed in this fight against drugs and emerge victorious. Participation in this national conference will assist states, departments, and agencies under the 'Whole of Government Approach' to move forward with renewed resolve to effectively combat drug trafficking across the country over the next three years. The deliberations held during the conference will help strengthen the effective enforcement of drug control laws and make the strategies adopted to protect the country's youth from drugs more impactful. This national event will provide an effective platform to bolster a future-ready partnership between the NCB and ANTFs of States and Union Territories to tackle drug abuse and fulfil the pledge of a Nasha Mukt Bharat.
Stand-Up Comedian Pulkit Mani Cancels 3 Shows After Row Over PM Modi Mimicry At Rahul Gandhi Event
Madhya Pradesh | Comedian Pulkit Mani shared the stage with Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi during the Chhatron Ki Goonj programme in Indore, where he performed a mimicry of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Following the event, Mani claimed that his shows in Noida, Lucknow and Kanpur were cancelled amid alleged threats. He said his Lucknow and Kanpur shows were cancelled due to repeated threats from goon activists, while his Noida show was earlier cancelled citing unforeseen circumstances. The performance drew criticism from the BJP, with party leader Sudhanshu Trivedi accusing Congress of turning politics into a circus.
Tragic Incident During Home Guard Recruitment Run in Lucknow Claims Young Mans Life
A young man died under suspicious circumstances during a Home Guard recruitment run in Lucknow, prompting an investigation. Tragic Incident During Home Guard Recruitment Run in Lucknow Claims Young Mans Life
UP CM directs Civil servants to ensure minor incidents don't turn Major
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday heard the public grievances and reviewed applications during the Janta Darshan held in Lucknow, personally taking notes of their concerns.
Viral videos showing damaged vending machines at Lucknows Rashtriya Prerna Sthal have sparked a social media debate over civic sense and the treatment of public property. The incident has also revived earlier concerns about petty damage at the newly opened attraction.
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 22: In an era when universities are increasingly judged by the relevance, quality and reach of the knowledge they create, Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh is emerging as a promising centre of research excellence.
Comedian Pulkit Mani cancels UP shows amid Modi mimicry row
Comedian Pulkit Mani's stand-up shows in Noida, Lucknow, and Kanpur have been cancelled following epeated threats from goon activists. This comes after he performed a mimicry of Prime Minister Modi alongside Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at an event in Indore, sparking significant controversy and criticism from the BJP. Mani has since reported receiving hate messages online.
Mimicry at Rahul Gandhi's event: Comedian cancels three shows due to 'repeated threats'
Comedian Pulkit Mani has cancelled upcoming shows in Noida, Lucknow, and Kanpur. This decision follows repeated threats from activists after his performance with Rahul Gandhi. Mani had mimicked Prime Minister Modi during an event in Indore. The Congress party faced criticism from the BJP for the skit. Mani has been sharing screenshots of hate messages he received online.
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ECI announces Rajya Sabha polls for UP, Uttarakhand seat; voting on October 16
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Doctors cannot evade govt service bond after subsidised PG education: HC
The Allahabad High Court has held that doctors who pursue postgraduate medical education at government institutions at subsidised rates cannot evade the mandatory government service bond attached to their admission. A bench of Justice Shekhar B Saraf and Justice Abdhesh Kumar Chaudhary in Lucknow on Monday said the requirement of two years of compulsory government service was intended to ensure the availability of doctors in government hospitals and protect patients' right to life. The court said a mere administrative delay in providing a posting would not, by itself, extinguish the bond obligation. The bench made the observation while hearing a petition filed by Dr Aparupa Sen Gupta, who had completed MD (Transfusion Medicine) from SGPGI, Lucknow. Sen Gupta had contended that since the government did not provide her a posting within three months of completion of her course, her two-year compulsory service bond should be treated as having lapsed. The court rejected the contention,
CS reviews functioning of Rehabilitation Council in its executive council meeting
Srinagar, Sep 21: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired the 12th Executive Council Meeting of the J&K Rehabilitation Council for Orphans, Women and Disabled Persons to review its functioning, achievements and action plan for 2026-27. The Meeting besides the Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department was attended by Secretary in Social Welfare Department; DG, Budget; and Executive Director, Rehabilitation Council here. The meeting reviewed major welfare interventions undertaken during the previous financial year and approved an expanded roadmap focused on improving mobility and self-reliance among specially-abled persons besides providing greater national exposure and opportunities to children from vulnerable and economically weaker sections. A major focus of the meeting was the free distribution of retrofitted motorized tricycles to eligible orthopedically disabled persons of J&K. The initiative prioritizes students, girl students, artisans and small vendors who possess a Priority Household (PHH) ration card and have at least 40 per cent locomotor disability. It was given out by the Commissioner Secretary, SWD, SarmadHafeez that during 2025-26, against an approved proposal of Rs 13 crore, the Social Welfare Department released Rs 11.05 crore under the CAPEX Budget to the State Motor Garages Department for procurement of around 1,284 motorized tricycles at an approximate cost of Rs 86,000 per unit through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM). Similarly for 2026-27, the Council has proposed Rs 12.95 crore for procurement of around 1,500 units, with an initial Rs 4 crore already released after completion of mandatory codal formalities by the Department. The Chief Secretary also reviewed the implementation of the WatanKoJano Youth Exchange Programme, being fully funded and supported by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, since 2012. The programme provides children and youth from vulnerable sections, including children of militancy-hit victims, specially-abled children and those belonging to economically weaker sections, an opportunity to experience the cultural diversity and developmental progress of different parts of the country. Under the programme, the Executive Director of the Council divulged that around 250 children from EWS families, studying in government schools and residing in Palash and Parisha Homes managed by the Social Welfare Department, undertook a visit to Lucknow and New Delhi in April 2026, accompanied by 23 coordinators. During the visit, the children also had the opportunity to meet and interact with the President of India and Vice President of India. Moreover, building on the initiative, the Council is going to take more 400 children on national exposure visits in two phases during 2026-27, covering the MumbaiNew Delhi and JaipurNew Delhi circuits, with funding already secured from the MHA. The Chief Secretary directed the concerned departments to fast-track procurement and implementation processes while maintaining complete transparency and adherence to prescribed procedures. He also stressed maximizing outreach and ensuring that welfare schemes translate into tangible benefits for eligible beneficiaries at the grassroots level, with particular attention to empowerment and social inclusion of vulnerable sections across the cross section of the society here.
Indias historic bazaars are often treated as colourful remnants of the past: crowded lanes, old shopfronts, traditional crafts and familiar smells. They appear in heritage walks and tourist brochures as picturesque reminders of another India. But the bazaar was never merely a place of shopping. It was an economic institutiona place where production, trade, credit, labour and social life intersected. As Indian cities expand, many historic commercial spaces are changing rapidly. Traditional shops are being replaced by branded outlets, old workshops are disappearing, and residential neighbourhoods are increasingly disconnected from the commercial ecosystems that once sustained them. The question, therefore, is not simply whether India is losing old buildings. It is whether it is losing an entire form of urban economy. Historically, the Indian bazaar was deeply embedded in the structure of the city. In eighteenth-century North India, markets connected urban consumers with rural producers and specialised artisans. C. A. Bayly, in his study of North Indian society, demonstrated the importance of rulers, townsmen and bazaars to the functioning of the regional economy between the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries (Bayly, 1983). The bazaar was consequently not an isolated commercial space but part of a wider network of production, credit and exchange. Delhi provides an important example. Shahjahanabad, founded by Shah Jahan in the seventeenth century, was organised around a complex relationship between markets, neighbourhoods, religious institutions and the imperial centre. Stephen Blakes study of the Mughal capital shows that the citys commercial spaces were integral to its political and social organisation rather than merely places of retail consumption (Blake, 1991). The same pattern could be seen elsewhere. In Lahore, Amritsar, Multan, Srinagar, Lucknow and Hyderabad, bazaars connected urban consumers with rural producers and specialised artisans. A market could contain textile dealers, metalworkers, carpenters, food sellers, moneylenders and transporters within the same commercial ecosystem. The bazaar therefore brought together capital, labour and consumption. This is particularly visible in the history of Punjab. Under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, commercial centres such as Lahore, Amritsar and Multan became important nodes in networks of internal and external trade. Contemporary travellers repeatedly commented on the commercial activity of Punjabs towns and cities (Forster, 1798; Moorcroft and Trebeck, 1841). The economic importance of these urban centres was closely connected to agriculture, craft production and long-distance commerce. The bazaar was therefore an important institution of economic integration. A farmer might sell grain to a merchant; the merchant might extend credit to another trader; an artisan might purchase raw material from a wholesaler; and the finished product could eventually travel hundreds of miles. Such relationships linked village production to urban consumption. This is why the disappearance of historic markets deserves more attention than it usually receives. When an old market loses its artisans, the loss is not simply architectural. The city loses a an overall production network. Consider traditional textile markets. A shawl, carpet or embroidered garment was historically the product of a chain involving raw-material suppliers, spinners, dyers, weavers, embroiderers, merchants and retailers. The shop at the end of the chain was only the visible part of a much larger economic system. The same was true of metalwork, leatherwork, woodwork and other crafts. In this sense, the traditional bazaar represented an economy deeply embedded in social relations. Karl Polanyis influential concept of the embedded economy is useful here: economic activity historically operated through social institutions and relationships rather than as a completely autonomous market system (Polanyi, 1944). The decline of historic bazaars also affects employment. Many traditional commercial districts contained small workshops where production took place behind or above the shop. A decline in demand for such spaces can push artisans out of the city altogether. Once displaced, the craft itself may become difficult to sustain. Kashmir provides an instructive example. Srinagars traditional markets historically developed around specialised forms of production and exchange. Shawls, carpets, papier-mch, woodwork and other crafts were connected to neighbourhoods and commercial networks. The citys economic history cannot therefore be understood simply through its monuments. Its markets and occupational neighbourhoods were themselves part of its heritage (Hamdani, 2021). The same principle applies to Amritsar. The citys historic commercial quarters developed around textile production, trade and pilgrimage. The relationship between the Golden Temple, surrounding bazaars, workshops and trading communities produced a distinctive urban economy. The history of Amritsar therefore cannot be separated from the history of the commercial communities that developed around it. If conservation protects only major monuments while allowing the surrounding commercial ecology to disappear, a substantial part of the citys history is lost. This raises a difficult question: What exactly should heritage conservation preserve? A building is relatively easy to identify. An economic relationship is much harder. It is possible to preserve a nineteenth-century facade while destroying the workshop that once operated behind it. A historic market can be renovated into a tourist street while the artisans who gave it economic meaning are priced out. The result may look like heritage but function as something entirely different. The danger is what might be called the museumification of the bazaar. A living market becomes a heritage attraction. Traditional crafts become souvenirs. Old buildings remain, but the economic communities that produced their meaning disappear. This is not an argument against urban development. Historic cities must adapt. Markets cannot remain frozen in the past, and traditional businesses must respond to changing consumer demand. The challenge is to ensure that modernisation does not destroy the economic diversity that makes historic commercial towns valuable. One way forward is to think of bazaars as living economic heritage rather than simply architectural heritage. This would mean documenting not only buildings but also occupations, supply chains, craft communities, merchant associations and patterns of credit. Heritage policies could identify traditional commercial clusters and provide incentives for artisans and small businesses to remain within them. Such an approach would also recover an important aspect of Indias urban history. As Bayly demonstrated, commercial networks and bazaars played a crucial role in connecting towns, merchants, artisans and rural producers in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries (Bayly, 1983). There is also a larger lesson here. Indias economic history was not created only in factories, ports and government offices. It was also created in narrow lanes where merchants negotiated prices, artisans worked at small benches, moneylenders extended credit and customers returned to familiar shops. The bazaar was an institution of economic trust. Its importance becomes especially clear when we consider how cities historically absorbed migrants. Traders and artisans could enter established markets because commercial networks provided opportunities for employment and entrepreneurship. Markets were therefore also mechanisms of social integration. The old bazaar often brought together activities that the modern city increasingly separates where people lived, worked, produced and traded. This apparent disorder was, in fact, a form of economic organisation developed over generations. The disappearance of these markets therefore represents more than nostalgia for an older city. It raises questions about what kind of urban economy India wants to build. Should historic commercial districts become exclusively tourist destinations? Should traditional crafts survive only as luxury products? Can small traders compete with organised retail and e-commerce? And can heritage conservation protect not just buildings but the communities and economic relationships that made those buildings meaningful? These questions require historians to look beyond monuments. A city is not merely its forts, mosques, temples, gateways and colonial buildings. It is also its markets, workshops, streets and occupations. The history of a city lives in the economic relationships that connect these spaces. Indias historic bazaars survived changes of rulers, colonialism, industrialisation and the arrival of modern consumer culture. Their greatest challenge may now be the transformation of the city itself. If the bazaar disappears, we may preserve the building but lose the economy that once animated it. And when that happens, we will not merely have lost an old market. We will have lost a way of making a city. Younus Yousuf Ganie, Research Scholar, Department of History and Culture, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
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Dhoni Part Of Decision Making Team To Appoint Zaheer As Head Coach, Says CSK MD Viswanathan
European T20 Premier League: The legendary MS Dhoni was actively involved in the decision to appoint former India pacer Zaheer Khan as the new head coach of Chennai Super Kings (CSK), said the franchises managing director Kasi Viswanathan. Five-time champions CSK on Monday named Zaheer, 47, as their head coach for IPL 2027 and fill the high-profile vacancy left by ex-New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming, who parted ways with the franchise after an 18-year association. Apart from Dhoni, other CSK cricket management members included owner Rupa Gurunath and skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad. See, basically, the cricket management took this decision. They wanted Mr. Zaheer Khan as the head coach based on his experience. He has played over 100 games in IPL and was an all-round player. So, they preferred that he will be a good option for them and we abided by what the cricket management wanted. Definitely, he (MS Dhoni) was part of the decision when this was taken. Without his advice, we don't do anything, Viswanathan said to IANS on Monday. When asked about Dhoni's future as a player, after he didnt play a single game for CSK in IPL 2026 due to fitness issues, Viswanathan said, See, basically, he continues to be a player for us. That is the only thing I can say. Viswanathan also confirmed that Zaheer, a member of 2011 ODI World Cup winning team, will have complete autonomy in picking his backroom staff. He will decide on the support staff, he said. As of now, CSKs support staff includes Mike Hussey, Sridharan Sriram, Rajiv Kumar, Eric Simons and James Foster. Zaheer, who was previously a trainee at the MRF Pace Foundation in Chennai, previously served as Director of Cricket Operations and Head of Global Development at Mumbai Indians from 2018 to 2022, before taking up a mentoring role with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025. As a left-arm pacer, Zaheer turned out for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, and Delhi Capitals, claiming 102 wickets in 100 matches at an average of 27.27. But this will be the first time Zaheer will be the head coach of a cricket team, and he can solely focus on CSK due to him having no other franchise T20 cricket coaching commitments. Outside of coaching and mentoring, Zaheer co-owns Antwerp Anchors in the European T20 Premier League in Belgium, Jaffna Kings in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) in Sri Lanka and Vancouver Anchors in the Super60 league in Canada. When quizzed on how long the negotiations happened before Zaheer agreed to join the yellow brigade, Viswanathan chose to keep details under wraps. That is the process everybody goes through. Those are all things which we need not tell, he said. The search for Fleming's successor was far from simple, especially with 2027 being the final season of a three-year cycle. It is understood that extensive conversations happened with various candidates once Fleming left CSK and became England mens Test head coach. When quizzed on how long the negotiations happened before Zaheer agreed to join the yellow brigade, Viswanathan chose to keep details under wraps. That is the process everybody goes through. Those are all things which we need not tell, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Zaheer's immediate task will be to map out the team's retention strategy and targeted players ahead of the mini-auction in December. Having missed out on the play-offs for three consecutive seasons, all eyes will be on whether CSK will make a strong return in 2027 season before the next mega auction happens. Article Source: IANS
Chennai Super Kings ropes in Zaheer Khan as Head Coach for IPL 2027
Chennai Super Kings on Monday named former India pace great Zaheer Khan as their new head coach for the upcoming season. Zaheer replaced Stephen Fleming, who was at helm for 18 seasons. Welcoming Zaheer Khan as the Head Coach of Chennai Super Kings, CSK announced on 'X'. The soon-to-be 48 Zaheer played 92 Tests, 200 ODIs and 17 T20Is for India. He was the highest wicket-taker during the historic 2011 World Cup campaign with 21 scalps. Zaheer had mentored the Lucknow Super Giants during the 2024 season. Fleming had announced last year in July that he was parting ways with the five-time champion side. It is understood that CSK's cricket management committee comprises MS Dhoni, skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and owner Rupa Gurunath wanted an Indian coach this time.
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Ex-India Fast Bowler Zaheer Khan Appointed Chennai Super Kings Head Coach For IPL 2027
CSK Managing Director KS Viswanathan: Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Monday appointed former India left-arm fast bowler Zaheer Khan as their new head coach for the 2027 season. Zaheer replaces Stephen Fleming, who stepped down earlier this year after the side failed to reach playoffs for a third straight time. It also brought an end to Flemings 18-year association with the franchise and since then, he has taken over as the head coach of the England mens Test team. It's an honour to be a part of one of the most successful teams in the history of the IPL. As a cricketer, I have faced CSK on the field and have thoroughly enjoyed the contests. The atmosphere created by the Superfans at Chepauk make it even more special. I can't wait to join the legacy franchise with such a rich history, Zaheer said in a statement by the franchise on Monday. During a distinguished 14-year international career, Zaheer represented India in 92 Tests, 200 ODIs, and 17 T20Is, picking up 610 wickets across formats. In the IPL, the veteran left-arm bowler turned out for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, and Delhi Capitals, claiming 102 wickets in 100 matches at an average of 27.27. We are pleased to confirm Zaheer Khan as the Head Coach for Chennai Super Kings. Zaheer's distinguished playing career and proven ability to nurture young talent make him a valuable addition to our setup. We are confident that his guidance will help strengthen the core of this franchise, said CSK owner Rupa Gurunath. Zaheer, a key architect of Indias 2011 ODI World Cup-winning campaign, brings a wealth of tactical acumen and coaching experience to CSK. He previously served as Director of Cricket Operations and Head of Global Development at Mumbai Indians, before taking up a mentoring role with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025. He also conducted a fast-bowling camp for various pacers in India A, U19 and targeted pool at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru earlier this year. The decision to appoint Zaheer comes after extensive conversations happened with various candidates once Fleming left the CSK fold. Zaheer, a key architect of Indias 2011 ODI World Cup-winning campaign, brings a wealth of tactical acumen and coaching experience to CSK. He previously served as Director of Cricket Operations and Head of Global Development at Mumbai Indians, before taking up a mentoring role with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories As a player, Zaheer was one of the key reasons for India's success in the 2000s. He's one of the finest cricketing brains and we look forward to having him in our family, said CSK Managing Director KS Viswanathan. Article Source: IANS
Chennai Super Kings name Zaheer Khan head coach after 18-year Fleming era
Chennai Super Kings have appointed former India pacer Zaheer Khan as head coach for IPL 2027, replacing Stephen Fleming after his 18-year association with the franchise. Fleming joined CSK as a player in 2008 and became head coach in 2009, overseeing five IPL titles, two Champions League T20 titles, 12 playoff appearances and 10 IPL finals. His tenure ended after CSK missed the playoffs for a third successive season. Zaheer brings experience from coaching and cricket-management roles with Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, as well as a distinguished playing career that included Indias 2011 World Cup triumph.
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'Owaisi, Akhilesh and Rahul will not form alliance: UP minister OP Rajbhar
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 21 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Minister and Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief Om Prakash Rajbhar has said that AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi are unlikely to come together for an alliance ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Responding to Owaisis recent remarks on a possible alliance, Rajbhar said the differences over political leadership and representation would make such an arrangement difficult. They will not form an alliance, so they should not remain under any illusion. Akhilesh Yadav and Rahul Gandhi consider themselves leaders of the Muslim community. Owaisi ji wants a Muslim to become Chief Minister. Neither Akhilesh Yadav nor Rahul Gandhi likes that, so how will these people form an alliance? Rajbhar told IANS. Rajbhar also reiterated his position that Uttar Pradesh could eventually be divided into four states, with the eastern region of Purvanchal becoming a separate state. There is such a large population in Purvanchal, and the most important thing is that Uttar Pradesh is the largest state in the country. Sooner or later, whether today, tomorrow or the day after, it is bound to be divided, he said. He further asserted that if Uttar Pradesh were divided into four parts, the demographic strength of Purvanchal would make political leadership from the region significant. The day Uttar Pradesh is divided into four parts, given the population in Purvanchal, and since we are in Ambedkar Nagar, whoever we form an alliance with, it is certain that the first Chief Minister of Purvanchal will be a son of the Rajbhar community, the Uttar Pradesh minister said. Rajbhars comments came after Owaisi said AIMIM would announce its decision on a possible alliance for the Uttar Pradesh elections by October 2. Owaisi has said his party is prepared to contest the polls and wants to expand its political representation in the state. Addressing a public meeting in Kanpur earlier, Owaisi also said AIMIM was open to joining hands with parties that do not want the BJP to return to power in Uttar Pradesh for a third consecutive term. He urged such parties to work together and said AIMIM would announce its alliance, if any, after October 2.
Muslims losing faith in SP, shifting to BSP like Brahmins did: Mayawati
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