Aakash Ghosh is a correspondent with Hindustan Times and is based out of Lucknow. Apart for covering local crime and policing in the state capital, he covers other significant beats including Railways, Science & Technology, Culture and heritage. He loves to write off-beat, human-interest stories as he believes it makes an instant connect with the readers. Prior to Lucknow, he is trained and worked with multiple print & digital newsrooms-based Mumbai, Patna, and Kolkata.
Articles by Aakash Ghosh
38 hotels, 35 hosps in Lko may lose licenses for violating fire safety norms
“A letter to cancel their licenses has been sent to the CMO and the district magistrate . The list includes both big and small names in both hotel and hospital sectors,” said Mangesh Kumar, chief fire officer (CFO), Lucknow, adding that a letter would be sent to the electricity department as well to cut their electricity as their electrical equipments were sub-standards which could be a source of short circuit.
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 06:06 AM IST
No takers for heritage monument adoption scheme in ASI’s Lucknow circle
The ‘Adopt your heritage site’ scheme was launched in 2017,and revamped in 2023 to keep culture and heritage intact and to strengthen the bond between the present and the past
Published on Sep 19, 2024 09:09 PM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
QR codes for e-rickshaws: After 9 months, Lko police’s scheme stillborn
E-rickshaw drivers remain clueless on colours, routes, driving across the city without any QR colour-coded sticker
Published on Sep 18, 2024 10:20 PM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Passengers nonplussed on getting handwritten tickets at Charbagh rly station
Many passengers snapped photos of their tickets from the counter’s computer, failing to recognise the issue and keeping them as documentation of their upcoming travels. Some even shared the handwritten ticket—which they had never seen before—on social media. Prashant Kumar, station director, Charbagh said on being contacted , “Some issue with the printer perhaps.”
Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:56 AM IST
Lucknow traffic: Vehicles run with just one-third cop strength monitoring
Lucknow faces severe traffic issues due to inadequate road planning and insufficient traffic police, with only 1,250 officers for nearly 2.1 million vehicles.
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 08:37 PM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
200 sandstone bollards to fence Rumi Darwaza
Over 200 sandstone bollards will fence Rumi Darwaza, restricting traffic under the historic structure, with some removable for processions.
Updated on Sep 10, 2024 06:24 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
24 hours, 200 rescuers: Sifting through every piece of rubble
The exercise, which began after the building collapsed around 5 pm Saturday, had been going on for more than 24 hours when this report was filed.
Updated on Sep 09, 2024 09:08 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Traffic cops in Lucknow to study ‘choke points’, create SOP for jam-free crossings
Traffic cops are tasked to study the day-to-day problems of the crossings where they are stationed. They will outline the problems and the solutions that they implemented in decongesting these spots, says DCP
Updated on Sep 07, 2024 09:24 AM IST
Coming soon! 5,000 sq feet museum dedicated to earth in Lucknow
Talking to HT, the director said that the museum would be curated in a way that would be simple enough for a layman to understand.
Updated on Aug 29, 2024 08:22 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
12-hour rescue operation: Out-of-box thinking by police, others, saves teen from suicide
Police, fire brigade personnel, psychiatrist and neighbours went beyond the call of duty using their soft skills, and presence of mind to persuade the teen not to end his life.
Updated on Aug 25, 2024 06:10 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Kakori FIR copy: Priceless page from the past
After the train action incident, the British lodged an FIR two days later at Kakori police station. Its original FIR was written in Urdu. Later, it was also translated in Hindi. The copy of this FIR is still kept safe in a photo frame in Kakori police station. “However, it is not a complete copy, only one page has been preserved. We do not know where the original copy is,” said SHO Kakori Nawab Ahmad.
Updated on Aug 10, 2024 07:56 AM IST
A silent witness to revolutionaries’ valour
The Kakori Train Action on August 9, 1925 was planned in Room no. 227 of Chhedi Lal Dharmshala in Lucknow and the money looted from the train was kept and counted in its verandah
Updated on Aug 09, 2024 07:36 AM IST
Lucknow’s iconic Butler Palace getting back to shape
Marred by neglect, the city’s heritage icon now stands with a new look as 60% of the facelift has been completed in phase 1; project expected to be completed by September or October
Updated on Aug 03, 2024 09:06 AM IST
Low rain: Upkeep of saplings in Saumitra Van along Kukrail riverfront a daunting task
Within 10 days after over 10,000 plants/saplings were planted in Akbar Nagar, many of them are wilting on account of poor rainfall, despite provisions made for their maintenance. To note, these saplings were planted during ‘Ped Lagao Ped Bachao’ campaign attended by CM Yogi on July 20.
Updated on Jul 30, 2024 08:58 AM IST
Amid mega revival plans, Kukrail’s origin still neglected
Work on the revival of Kukrail river (which shrank to a drain over the years), development of a riverfront and subsequent beautification project is going on full throttle in the city, but ironically its origin in Asti village in Bakshi Ka Talab is in a deplorable state, with shrinking water channels and encroachments proliferating .
Updated on Jul 26, 2024 07:34 AM IST
Mango tourism: U.P. orchards opening doors to tourists
Not only do these orchards conduct mango festivals every season, they also offer a variety of packages to tourists who can take part in numerous activities during their visits
Updated on Jul 23, 2024 08:46 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Gonda train mishap: CRS probe delves deep, inquiry to consider prelim report too
Prelim report suggested the train was doing 86 kmph against advised 30kmph. CRS officials have questioned over 50 people till Monday.
Updated on Jul 23, 2024 07:18 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Admin overzealousness triggered ‘demolition’ fear among residents in Kukrail floodplain zone?
Apprehensions rose when a survey team started marking houses on the floodplain and an irrigation department report stated that any kind of construction, commercial activity and lease auction up to 50 metres from both sides of the Kukrail riverbed is illegal
Updated on Jul 17, 2024 09:06 AM IST
Hill of many wonders: Experts seek Unesco Global Geopark tag for Chitrakoot
In a move to bring all stakeholders on a single platform, a three-day workshop to discuss the potential of Chitrakoot as a Unesco geopark has been scheduled from August 1
Updated on Jul 12, 2024 08:56 AM IST
Unpaid fines piling up as traffic violators in Lucknow evade challans
Violators haven’t paid up ₹127.40 cr in fines for 5,54,065 challans over the last one year. This is a staggering 92% of the 7,56,745 challans amounting up to ₹137.5 crore issued between March 2023 and March 2024
Updated on Jul 10, 2024 09:44 AM IST
Heritage buffs disgruntled with renovated Rumi Gate’s pink hue
ASI draws flak for destroying vintage appearance and also for new colour not being in sync with that of the Bada Imambada nearby. However, archeological body says renovation done using traditional methods.
Updated on Jul 08, 2024 06:42 AM IST
Tech & training helping Lucknow cops adapt to new criminal laws
Lucknow cops adapting to new criminal laws through technology & training, replacing colonial-era legislations. Training & tech tools aiding smooth transition.
Updated on Jul 06, 2024 05:46 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Spruced-up Rumi Darwaza open to public, but traffic still banned
Sporting a fresh look, with the hue of ‘Surkhi’ mortar, now the 80-foot-high ornate and majestic structure, built in 1784 by Nawab Asaf-Ud-Daula, stands refurbished as a glowing testament to Avadh’s famed architecture.
Updated on Jul 05, 2024 06:58 AM IST
Monsoon magic: Brace for sweeter, juicier mangoes in July
Scientists feel that rain is actually an ally of mangoes because it brings in more humidity and moderates temperature.
Published on Jun 30, 2024 11:54 PM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Will work with other stakeholders to streamline traffic in Lucknow: Amrendra Kumar Sengar
The 54-year-old officer, born in Bihar’s Chapra, previously held the post of superintendent of police in nine different districts of Uttar Pradesh and DIG Range in Gorakhpur, Basti, Moradabad and Varanasi and Lucknow. He was also IG, Law and Order
Updated on Jun 24, 2024 08:04 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Sun sets on Akbar Nagar, new dawn awaits Kukrail in Lucknow
The Akbar Nagar site, which had over 1,800 establishments, both private and commercial, and used to be buzzing with residents and heavy security forces till Tuesday, now lays deserted
Published on Jun 19, 2024 09:46 PM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Relocated, but life for them still in reboot
Hundreds of people have left their abode at Akbar Nagar and moved to Vasant Kunj after a massive anti-encroachment drive to pave way for the rejuvenation of Kukrail riverbed. But it will take a while for the new houses to become homes. As these poor families try to pick up the pieces, HT does a reality check at the new location where people face concerns and challenges amid hope
Updated on Jun 15, 2024 08:58 AM IST
A river’s revival amidst saga of tears
Amid an unprecedented eviction drive, the Kukrail riverbed is being freed of encroachments. Almost half of the Akbar Nagar slum is already gone, and the rest is likely to be history soon, paving way for a much-needed revival of the river. Unfortunately, this has come at the cost people being displaced and losing livelihood. As hundreds of families move out to new settlements, we look into the two aspects of the story - efforts to reclaim a river that turned into a nullah and people’s struggle to reboot their lives.
Updated on Jun 14, 2024 09:22 AM IST
Connivance, corruption and chaos: Sorry tale of Akbar Nagar
Not only houses, but also showrooms, factories, vehicle workshops and places of worship eventually transformed the illegal settlement into a thriving community.
Updated on Jun 12, 2024 07:28 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow
Lucknow to get its first fragrance park in Hussainabad
Lucknow's first fragrance park near Clock Tower in Hussainabad will house aromatic flowers from various species, designed by architect Ashish Srivastava.
Updated on Jun 08, 2024 06:52 AM IST
Aakash Ghosh, Lucknow