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awadh region

Administrator or prolific builder? The legacy of ‘Raja’ Tikait Rai

In addition to this bridge, he is credited for building 108 temples for Lord Shiva, as well as reconstructing the Hanuman Garhi in its present form at Ayodhya.
Updated on Jul 12, 2026 11:49 am IST

World Kebab Day: Chefs reveal how kebabs are being revived and reimagined

Dora, Majlisi, Sabz, Gola and (inset) Wasabi kebabs
Updated on Jul 09, 2026 06:05 pm IST

Midnight melodies and morning raags: Inside Lucknow’s first overnight baithak!

A file photo from a baithak concert held in Lucknow. (Inset) Sarod player Pandit Abhijeet Roy Chowdhury, vocalist Varun Mishra, sarod player Smit Tiwari and tabla player Pandit Ravinath Mishra
Updated on May 21, 2026 05:24 pm IST

UNESCO Gastronomy City, Lucknow: Ramzan Raatein keep food hubs buzzing

Pasanda and tikka being prepared at Mubeen's Lucknow
Updated on Mar 20, 2026 02:34 pm IST

From royal kitchens to world fame: Lucknow joins UNESCO’s City of Gastronomy

The history of Awadhi food dates back to long before the late 18th century when the Nawabs shifted the capital from Faizabad to Lucknow.
Updated on Nov 11, 2025 11:22 am IST