The Times of India

Lucknow is set to launch a luxury cruise on the Gomti River, accommodating up to 200 passengers. This new attraction, costing Rs 16 crore and expected to begin operations within five months, will feature a conference hall, VIP lounge, and an open-air restaurant. Passengers can enjoy a 30-45 minute ride for Rs 300, with options for dining.

Modern Pied Pipers leverage emotional conditioning, not outright lies, to attract followers, particularly Gen Z. They offer catchy certainties and promises of success, leading to disappointment and eroded trust when these promises collapse. The solution lies in emotional discipline and critical thinking, not blind skepticism.

Indians face heart disease a decade earlier than Westerners due to lifestyle factors accelerating genetic vulnerability. Premature CAD is rising, driven by inactivity, pollution, and stress, with many experiencing silent heart attacks. Prevention through schools and workplaces is crucial to combat the growing cardiac burden.

Modern life's relentless noise, from urban sprawl to blaring horns, poses significant health risks, second only to air pollution. Despite clear government regulations and Supreme Court rulings protecting silence zones, responsible citizenship is crucial. Let's consciously reduce noise pollution, respecting quiet areas near hospitals and schools, to safeguard our peace and our children's future.

Uttar Pradesh has become the first state to protect living heritage by notifying 948 trees as 'heritage trees'. This initiative institutionalizes the conservation and propagation of ancient trees, recognizing their historical and cultural significance. The framework involves identification, verification, and notification, with a focus on community and public land stewardship.