Lucknow, renowned for its cultural heritage, boasts a captivating history. Legends suggest its origin as 'Lachhman Puri,' while others propose 'Lakhon Nao' due to its waterways. A Dalit perspective links it to Lakhan Pasi. Under Mughal rule, Lucknow gained prominence, later becoming Awadh's capital in 1775.

Lucknow's transformation from a medieval settlement to a bustling metropolis is a tale of cultural shifts. The city flourished under the Nawabs in the 18th century, faced upheaval during the 1857 uprising, and later modernized. While embracing progress with malls and modern amenities, Lucknow retains its traditional charm through old markets and leisurely lifestyles.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India's second astronaut, received a grand welcome in Lucknow after his successful NASA Axiom (AX-4) space mission. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak greeted him, and a felicitation ceremony was held. Shukla's mission is a significant step for India's space program, paving the way for future endeavors like Gaganyaan and the Bharatiya Antriksh Station.

In a tragic incident in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district, a truck collided with a tractor-trolley carrying pilgrims early Monday morning, resulting in the death of eight people and injuries to 43 others. The accident occurred on the Bulandshahr-Aligarh border as the pilgrims were traveling from Kasganj to Rajasthan.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav addressed Pooja Pal's accusations of strengthening criminal elements within the party after her expulsion. Pal, widow of slain MLA Raju Pal, alleged her ouster was an attempt to silence backward classes. She claimed to face threats and held SP responsible if anything happened to her, while Yadav questioned her claims, demanding investigation into potential threats.

Lucknow celebrated Teej Saawan Utsav at a city hotel, orchestrated by Amrit Sinha, Shraddha Sinha, and Vartika Shukla. Around thirty women participated in the monsoon-themed festivities, enhanced by the presence of Swati Singh and Tulika Banerjee. The event, hosted by Manish Pandit, featured competitions like ramp walks, singing, and dance, with Nidhi, Uma, and Shilpa Pandey winning titles.