LUCKNOW, May 11 -- The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court on Monday directed officials to strictly prohibit loud noise at weddings, marriages and other functions after 10 pm, citing the inconvenience caused to the general public, including children and the elderly.

The court directed the state and police authorities concerned, the Lucknow Municipal Corporation and the Lucknow Development Authority to take appropriate action in accordance with the Supreme Court's order.

The court ordered the commissioners of all 18 divisions and all district magistrates to survey parks, playgrounds and open spaces in their respective areas and include them in the government list. It has sought the compliance report from the respondent authorities ...