LU Chronicles
On my first day at Lucknow University, I walked in with a quiet curiosity about new beginnings. The Lal Baradari stood timeless and still, it seemed to have watched generations arrive the same way. I wandered through the library, canteens, and unfamiliar corridors. Stepping into the vast hall of the […]
University life is not just about lectures, assignments, presentations, and exams. It is also about memories. The kind of memories that quietly shape who we become. Among all the experiences that make campus life meaningful, festivals hold a very special place. When we first enter university, everything feels new and […]
Student organisations at the University of Lucknow have raised concerns regarding the sealing of Lal Baradari and have called for administrative clarification, disclosure of relevant documents, and an independent review of the matter. Some organisations have also demanded the resignation of the Registrar and registration of an FIR in connection […]
A coalition of student, youth, women, workers and civil society organisations- including AISA, AIPWA, AICCTU, BAPSA, BSM, CPI(ML) Liberation, Jan Sanskriti Manch, RYA, Rihai Manch, Socialist Party and Nationalist Youth Party- organised a protest march today from Parivartan Chowk to the District Magistrate’s office. According to organisers, the march was […]
Recently, the University of Lucknow was highlighted in news articles due to the Lal Baradari controversy. Different political parties clashed with each other over the issue of Lal Baradari, which led to unrest on campus. The university environment became highly unstable, and heavy police deployment was witnessed, making the campus […]
At first, the cultural branch of LU.Litcore–IndiCore’s–trip to Sanatkada, which was to take place at Safed Baradari, was initially meant to be their way of discovering a cultural event as part of the IndiCore team. However, it ended up being an adventure that brought them together to see, experience, and […]
You and I, we’re no strangers to discourse. Whether it is online or offline, it has become a core tenet of our lives as we know them. And why shouldn’t it? Communication, as it stands, is more accessible than ever before and it has brought a revolutionary change to our […]
Imagine- “You hurriedly correct your messy saree and step through the classroom doors. In a class of sixty students, you walk towards the bench where only three girls of the batch sit together. The professor enters and you all rise to greet, “Good morning, sir,” it’s never never “Good […]
I remember the day I was chosen. It was bright outside. I could tell because the shop door kept opening and closing, and sunlight fell on my cover in intervals, like applause. I stood straight on the shelf, my spine unbent, my pages crisp and arrogant. I knew I was […]
The All India Students’ Association (AISA) has strongly criticised the manner in which the visit of RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat to the University of Lucknow was conducted, citing heavy police deployment, intelligence presence, and reported pre-emptive action against student leaders. According to AISA, a public university is a constitutional space […]
On 22 February, students at the University of Lucknow reported that Lal Baradari had been sealed. According to students present at the site, no executive order was displayed, no formal administrative notification was circulated, and no structural stability report was publicly produced at the time. The gates were welded shut, […]
Kaantha is a heartfelt and straightforward drama about human connection and emotion. The film tells its story slowly and honestly, rather than through big plot developments or melodrama. It builds a calm tone of voice right at the start of the movie, and the tone never changes until the end. […]
A university is not a space for rushed experimentation. It is an institution that shapes futures — and decisions affecting it demand preparation, not publicity. When Lucknow University swiftly adopted the four-year undergraduate model under NEP, it positioned itself as progressive — ”among the first to implement the reform”. The […]
The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the position of LU.LitCore or the University. On 18 February 2026, Mohan Bhagwat, the Sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, visited the University of Lucknow as part of the RSS centenary outreach programme. His […]
For over 100 years, buildings of Lucknow University have served as indicators of the academic tradition and history within U.P. There is more to the University than this structural history; there is a practical difference between these ancient buildings and the newer ones, and many students have become aware of […]
India is a country brimming with ideas, innovation, and youth, and it is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. Yet despite this progress, problems like unemployment remain at a peak. India has one of the largest youth populations, capable of changing the face of the world. But is […]
Last week, in my ecology class, while handing out an assignment, my professor said something that paused me mid-note: “At least sit with the assignment, even if you’re not able to solve it.” Sit with it? In a classroom increasingly anxious about AI-generated content, about students blatantly outsourcing even casual […]
We all live in a democracy, but what comes to mind when we think of it in practice? elections, political parties, or debates in Parliament, right? However, we get to experience Democracy in action long before we enter polling booths and vote as citizens. We experience democracy for the first […]
“Greetings, sir/ma’am, looking for a campus tour?” No, don’t be scared. I won’t scam you. In fact, I am far more reliable than your local ‘Raju Guide’. Let me pitch. I wake up before you students do; honestly, I barely sleep at night. I listen to the hushed silence of […]
SCIENCE . A subject that teaches life more than life itself. Science is often presumed to be difficult, terrifying and overwhelming. Yet, at its core, the people who are associated with it understand that, “Equipped with his five senses, man explores the universe around him and calls the adventure Science,” […]
University is supposed to be a temple of knowledge, a place where minds grow, personalities develop, and future leaders are shaped. But in many campuses, something else grows silently- a toxic senior-junior system. Some seniors start thinking that just because they have spent more time on campus, they are superior. […]
Responding to a national student call to strengthen enforceable equity mechanisms in higher education, students of the University of Lucknow organized the “Samta Samvardhan March” on 13 February 2026. The march began from Gate No. 3 and was scheduled to proceed to Gate No. 1 of the University. The march […]
Animals and Birds have been a huge part of our whole culture. Not just India but the whole world. Animals have been used as assets towards survival. Whether it be sheep’s fur, cow milk, cats and hens eradicating pests from fields, or a dog/horse as a genuine companion, almost everywhere […]
Two young men died in two separate cities after falling into two unmarked open pits, leading to two funerals that should not have happened. The 27-year-old IT professional and the 25-year-old biker both died after falling into unmarked excavation sites. These deaths were not caused by chance or unforeseen circumstances. […]
In a world where womanhood is often measured by marriage, what happens when that identity is taken away from a woman? This is the subject matter of the painting ‘I Cannot Be A Bride Anymore’ by Yuko Tatsushima, whose works are often explorations of femininity, identity, trauma, and societal expectations. […]
Notices- who doesn’t love them? Sometimes you’ll be in your own world and a notice pulls you right back into reality with its iron grip. In a big university like LU, one might only find out about something or certain happenings through notices. They’re indispensable when it comes to keeping […]
The skyline of Lucknow is dotted by many historical sites – the ornate gates of Rumi Darwaza, the impressive Imambaras, and the winding Gomti River. However, on the northern bank of the river lies a building that has shaped generations upon generations’ educational journey and needs: the University of Lucknow, […]
On 10 February, students of the University of Lucknow turned out in large numbers at the New Campus in support of the UGC Equity Guidelines 2026. The protest reflected growing unity among students demanding equality, representation, and accountability in higher education. Student organisations AISA, NSUI, SCS, and BASF participated in […]
Are you a NICE person, or are you TOO NICE? The kind of person who lets others walk all over you and take you for granted? For a long time, I was the person with zero boundaries, enduring the “sweetest torture” of putting everyone on a pedestal while I lived […]
In Western politics, it is easy to divide parties into two clear groups: Left and Right. The Left focuses on welfare, equality, and state control, while the Right supports free markets, cultural conservatism, and smaller government. This binary works there because their political journey is shaped by class conflict and […]
A student-led academic platform, Samwaad, organised a public lecture on the recently proposed UGC Equity Regulations 2026 at Shivaji Park, University of Lucknow, on 7th February, Friday. The lecture was delivered by Professor Ravikant Chandan (Department of Hindi), and witnessed participation from a large number of students across departments. Speaking […]
In my opinion, the libraries in Lucknow University are like a quiet pair of lungs in the environment, where the normal people of crowds, traffic, and political discourse cease to exist. As soon as one enters, they can feel the mood change, with people’s words being reduced to mere whispers, […]
In today’s expeditious world, where every passing day feels like a second, it is indispensable to keep our culture alive so that our future generations are aware of it and our culture is preserved, but the ideology that the responsibility lies entirely on just one gender is utterly vague. According […]
We are in the age of social media, where everything from everywhere is present on our phones within seconds. We are so informed that sometimes it feels like we know everything. However, there was a time when people were mostly informed through reading newspapers, magazines, and many other print sources. […]
One of the most fundamental requirements for any University student is basic hygiene. This can be applied on many fronts but the one that’s most significant to students are the washrooms. However, we are saddened and disappointed to report that LU fails this basic requirement quite spectacularly. We found that […]
On 2nd February 2026, Professor Abhijit Banerjee gave a lecture on “Poor Economics: A Radical Rethinking of the Way to Fight Global Poverty” at Malviya Hall, University of Lucknow. The lecture was organized as part of the Mahindra Sanatkada Lucknow Festival. The day marked a truly historic occasion as it’s […]
I used to wonder about something very simple and very uncomfortable: If the United States has declared war only a handful of times, why does it seem to be everywhere? That curiosity opens a door most people hesitate to enter. And once you step inside, you don’t find villains and […]
THE CIVILIZATIONAL APPROACH TO CHANGE IN INDIA- India stands as one of the few societies where the history has never been viewed as a burden. Rather, it has been challenged and transformed over ages. The argument of whether modernity and tradition can coexist in India frequently portrays them as opposing […]
I watched Jugnuma: The Fable today, and I was left speechless. When I went into this film, all I knew was that it had the classic Japanese 16mm film vibe, one of the best cinematography in Indian cinema of the decade starring Manoj Bajpayee. All this was enough for me […]
The tragedy of being human, I think, is that we are rarely satisfied with our own choices, no matter how carefully we make them. When I started college, I had imagined a very different life for myself. Like many others, I was not entirely content with the college I […]
People often say universities shape democracy. At first, that sounds like something written in a brochure. But if you look closely at everyday life in a university, the idea starts making sense not in a grand way, but in small, ordinary moments. Lucknow University is not perfect. It is […]
In the quiet early mornings of Lucknow University’s sprawling campus, one can often see a familiar sight — clusters of young women walking briskly towards classes, books in one hand, dreams in their hearts, and confidence in their steps. They represent a powerful blend of strength and sensitivity, redefining what […]
LUCKNOW University – For every student who secures admission to the University of Lucknow, the dream is painted in the crimson hue of its century-old bricks and the bustling, intellectual chaos of the Main Campus. It is a dream of walking through the majestic arches of Canning College and feeling […]
“The repressed does not cease to exist; it merely changes its form.”-Sigmund Freud When you watch a movie like In the Mood for Love , it’s almost imperative you watch it with a notepad in your hand, because what might unfold in front of you is so hypnotic, you will […]
“I was 14 when I got trapped in this mess of a sex trafficking.” “They raped me, when I didn’t even know what rape was.” “I…we…all these survivors don’t believe we can ever forget that trauma.” All of this was said by a few brave survivors who came out in […]
For many of us, the word “Republic” appears once a year on 26 January. We celebrate one of our national festivals, Republic Day, through parades, flags, and patriotic songs. As kids, we often watched the Republic Day parade on TV with pride and excitement, often not fully understanding it but […]
I started my graduation at LU in 2023. From then till now, it’s been two and a half years, and the problem which was there in LU in 2023 is still there. No changes till now. Ever wondered what the administration is doing about it? Every work is delayed, and […]
The Promise of Peace When Donald Trump was asked about his New Year’s resolution for 2026, his answer sounded deceptively simple: “peace on Earth.” It was the kind of statement that travels well in headlines; short, universal and comforting. But coming from a leader whose political career has been shaped […]
By the age of sixteen, every girl weaves a dream for herself — “I’m going to get out of here.” Why, it doesn’t matter. Perhaps the bloody contraption nestled beneath her ribcage wants to pump blood that aches for foreign air. Perhaps she no longer wishes to be constrained by […]
A few days ago, I was in conversation with a friend. We were speaking casually, laughing about nothing in particular, when, without thinking- I addressed her as ‘Aap’ while responding to something she said. A habit I have suffered since childhood. Her reaction was immediate, almost theatrical. She looked at […]
My younger self believed that strict attendance rules existed to secure our learning. I thought discipline and education went hand in hand. But growing up and observing classrooms more closely led me to a different realization, compulsory attendance has very little to do with learning and everything to do with […]
I come from a land where a girl is first a prayer And then a burden, Where she is dressed like a goddess during festivals And buried like a mistake before she learns her name. A land that chants Shakti with folded hands And teaches its daughters to walk faster […]
India’s Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling in the long-running 2020 Northeast Delhi riots conspiracy case, refusing bail to two prominent student activists, Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, while granting conditional bail to five other accused individuals. This decision sparked intense debate nationwide and internationally. The judgment has reopened fundamental […]
From Spanish folklore to Indian bedrooms, a handful of grapes tell a story of desire, imitation as well as the quiet hierarchies that travel with culture. A week before the new year, grapes begin to appear under tables. Not on fruit platters or as offerings, but as rituals –filmed carefully, […]
In today’s era, when higher education is often defined by global benchmarks and technological prowess, there is a growing conversation around the need to preserve and integrate India’s own intellectual traditions within modern academic frameworks. In recent years, Indian higher education has witnessed a renewed interest in the country’s own […]
Lucknow University was not my first choice, and I arrived in the campus with mixed feelings and quiet doubts. Yet, with time, this campus has become more than just a place where I attend classes or prepare for examinations. It has slowly turned into a space where I am discovering […]
A common theme one can notice in the poetry written during the restoration period is satire. While in today’s world, one may scrunch up their nose in distaste when satire is used, in the mid 17th century, it was a landmark poetic device, mostly popularized by a poet named John […]
Dear readers, Six months is not a lifetime. It is barely a season and a half. It lacks the symmetry of a year or the gravitas of an anniversary cast in bronze. And yet, in the life of a publication, particularly one built on borrowed time, student resolve, and a […]
In a democracy, one of the most fundamental things a citizen like you or mecan do is ask questions. Not just plain questions but the right questions.Questions that hit hard, questions that deconstruct the matter we’re talkingabout, questions that force people to answer, in one way or another.How does one […]
When Visualization Turns Into Illusion Scroll through Instagram or Pinterest at the start of any new year and you’ll see it everywhere: perfectly curated vision boards. Soft beige backgrounds, luxury cars cut out from magazines, dream houses with huge windows, quotes in cursive fonts saying “This is my year” or […]
It is the 2nd of January already. Just like that- 2025 is behind us. Somewhere between internal assessment stress and end-semester exhaustion, the year slipped by. Before we move forward, it is worth asking: What did Lucknow University actually see in 2025? A Syllabus That Forgot to Age While studying […]
The Unnao rape case was never merely another case being. tried in an Indian court. It has become the moment of truth for the Indian conscience, and the unpleasant questions that the country is compelled to confront is this: Do our daughters matter only when we say so, and […]
In a democratic state, there can never be ownership of power; it can only be delegated. It moves from citizens to institutions and leaders as a temporarily delegated right, not according to their will but for the interests of the people at large. The recent incident of Nitish Kumar pulling […]
Delhi NCR – 400+ AQI Uttar Pradesh – 390+ AQI Gujarat – 170+ AQI Rajasthan – 200+ AQI (Don’t get confused why I gave this Air Quality Index data here. You will know soon.) So, These are the few air quality indices of a few states of India, and till now, if […]
Jolly LLB 3 once again shows that while Indian cinema is capable of addressing serious and relevant issues, it often refuses to fully commit to them. The film touched upon themes of justice, power, and systemic failure, but repeatedly weakened its own message by inserting unnecessary clownery. The constant jokes, exaggerated […]
Just like any other educational institution, in 1920, Lucknow University was a dream stitched together by idealists, academicians, and visionaries—those who believed that knowledge could uplift entire generations, democratize opportunity, erase social boundaries, and create thinking youth who would shape the nation and, hopefully, the world. A 105-year-old institution doesn’t […]
When you think of Lucknow University, the first thing you will think of is its architecture; the way it looks pure aesthetic to your camera, the greenery which covers the whole campus. The history of Lucknow University is rich, grand and iconic. Will you, for a moment, think about the professors, the […]
Every year, thousands of Indian students sit before admission forms with trembling anticipation, ranking institutions not merely by convenience, but by hope. These preferences are not bureaucratic entries; they are confessions. They reveal where ambition points when no one is watching. It was while observing these quiet hierarchies of desire […]
You might wake up in the morning and brew a cup of coffee while a Spotify podcast hums in the background. As you step out and slide into a cab, there’s an RJ on the radio narrating a conventional tale. Then, a remembrance ceremony is held at your college to […]
When I first came to Lucknow University, I was quite sure that there would be very little presence of art or cinema. But to my surprise, LU has continued to grow in art and cinema, despite its politically dominated campus and limited interaction with the outside creative world. The university […]
If you ask anyone from Lucknow University whether the University is “good enough,” I’m quite sure that seven out of ten people would say no. Even I can point out dozens of shortcomings. But I can’t deny the simple truth that three months ago, LU was the only option I […]
“Today’s backlash against intellectual life cannot simply be written off as a popular celebration of mindlessness,” wrote Adam Waters and E.J. Dionne Jr. in Dissent. It was true of America in 2019. It is painfully true of India now. Books written in other countries, in other decades, often feel eerily […]
Lucknow University has stood for more than a century – 105 years of stories, footsteps, laughter, ambition, rebellion and countless memories buried within its campus. Every time I walk past the old red building, I can’t help but wonder about the lives it has witnessed: the friendships, the heartbreaks, the […]
When the government wants you to do work but doesn’t provide enough facilities, when the pressure is so high that it forces you to take your life, then, I don’t think it’s just a duty. It is overly intensive labor disguised as duty. There comes a point a system becomes […]
Sometimes we get disappointed when the things that we have planned do not happen the way we imagined. And honestly, that is just human nature. We dream, we hope, we build entire movies in our heads about how life should look and when reality doesn’t match the script, it stings. […]
There is something uniquely beautiful about Lucknow University in the early evening— the long shadows stretching across the Old Campus lawns, the bustle around the Commerce Department, the familiar hum near Gate No. 4, and the way students linger at chai stalls as the day begins to slow. But for […]
Do you know what happens when hell breaks loose on earth?No you might not know because you aren’t living it. But yes hell did break on earth. And it broke on October 7, 2023. The war between Israel and Palestine has taken such turns that now it’s neither a war […]
The protest led by Shivaji Yadav on 22nd November 2025 in the University of Lucknow on the occasion of ‘Neta ji Mulayam Singh Yadav Jayanti’.
In most universities, research begins with a simple spark of curiosity; a question, an observation, a desire to understand the world more deeply. That spark was alive when I found myself speaking with a professor recently. What struck me first was her enthusiasm. She didn’t just talk about research as […]
Walking into the Divya Kala Mela at Lucknow University, I did not expect the campus to feel so alive. The fair was full of colours, crafts, skills and dignity in neat little rows of stalls, each one telling its own story. The first thing that struck me was the warmth. […]
Food is one of the most basic necessities of our lives. It is extremely concerning how the food industry in our country has degraded rapidly in terms of health and hygiene. Just to earn a few extra pennies, these industrialists are willingly to risk the lives of crores and crores […]
When Yesterday’s Ally Turns Into Today’s Enemy In October 2025, the world watched something that felt almost unreal. Pakistani fighter jets struck Kabul. Not a border outpost, not a remote valley, but the capital city ruled by the Afghan Taliban. The same Taliban Pakistan spent decades funding, training, sheltering and […]
On our campus, we all have our little groups if not that than a person with whom we spend most of our time. From entering the campus till the evening. We chit chat about lots of things that include thousands of topics and random gossip. Especially in winter we all […]