AMU Directive Forcing PhD Scholars to Vacate Hostels, Sparks Outrage
SRINAGAR: The recent directive from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) requiring PhD scholars who have completed five years of residency to vacate their hostel rooms has sparked significant controversy and distress among the academic community. This order, enforced under the supervision of AMU Vice-Chancellor Prof Naima Khatoon, has disrupted the lives of many scholars who are [] The post AMU Directive Forcing PhD Scholars to Vacate Hostels, Sparks Outrage appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Assam govt inks MoUs with OIL and NRL for procurement of dialysis machines
GUWAHATI: The National Health Mission (NHM) Assam has entered into two memorandum of understanding (MoUs) with the Oil India Rural Development Society and Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL). The MoUs, aimed at enhancing healthcare facilities in the state, were signed in the presence of Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati recently. Under these agreements, [] The post Assam govt inks MoUs with OIL and NRL for procurement of dialysis machines appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: NRL officials arrested for elephant death cover-up
Golaghat: Two senior officials of Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) in Golaghat, Assam were arrested on Wednesday for allegedly trying to conceal the death of a female elephant on the refinery premises. Chief Manager Ujjal Nayan Handique and Senior Manager Bedanga Kashyap were taken into custody following widespread outrage over the discovery of the elephants buried [] The post Assam: NRL officials arrested for elephant death cover-up appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
NRL officials detained over illegal disposal of elephants carcass
Guwahati, July 24: Two officials of Numaligarh Oil Refinery (NRL) have been detained by the Golaghat forest department in connection with the burial of the carcass of an elephant, which died of electrocution on the refinery campus, without notifying the forest department, in gross violation of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (as amended in 2022), [] The post NRL officials detained over illegal disposal of elephants carcass appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Aligarh Muslim University employees shot at inside campus, 2 held
Aligarh: Two employees of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) here were shot at by motorcycle-borne people inside the campus on Wednesday, police said. The injured employees have been admitted to the hospital, and the two accused are in police custody, they said. The police said the victims, identified as Mohammad Nadeem and Kaleem, were going on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Jobs, skilling in focus, central varsities get Rs 4,000 cr more
NEW DELHI: UNION Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed a Rs 15,928 crore budget allocation for central universities, a Rs 4,000 crore hike from last year. It is aimed towards education, employment and skill development. Meanwhile, the allocation for IGNOU has increased by Rs 35 crores. In 2023-24, six central universities, including Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi University (DU), Jamia Millia Islamia, Maulana Azad National Urdu University, and University of Hyderabad (UoH), received Rs 826.28 crore more than the financial year 2022-23. Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) received Rs 337.67 crore last year. In 2022-23, these universities were allocated a total of Rs 4017.83 crore against Rs 3,191.55 in 2021-22. The allocation for central universities has yet to be shared individually. Prof Mahadeo Jaiswal, Director, IIM Sambalpur, said, This year, the Education Ministrys budget allocation has increased by 6.8 per cent, which signifies the governments commitment to advancing the education sector. Chandrakant Patil, Minister of Higher and Technical Education, Maharashtra said, I welcome the Union Governments announcement of financial support for loans up-to Rs 10 lakh for getting higher education in domestic institutions, for youth/students who are not eligible under any existing government schemes/programs. Sapna Moudgil, CEO, NIIT Foundation said, It has been good to see that skilling and employment were at the forefront of this budget as one of the key priorities with a greater emphasis on a multi-dimensional approach to hone the youth with industry-ready skills. The rise in allocation towards central universities come at a time when Opposition has been cornering BJP over job crisis.
Heat on Assam government for action after wild elephant carcass burial inside refinery
GUWAHATI: Pressure is mounting on the Assam government to initiate action in the case involving the burial of an adult wild elephant carcass inside the Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) township in the Golaghat district. After the locals staged a protest on Sunday demanding action, a police complaint was lodged on Monday. In his complaint, a student leader, Pintu Gogoi, apprised the Golaghat Superintendent Of Police that the local police station did not initiate any action even after the incident was brought to its notice. He warned of legal recourse if the police continued to ignore the incident. Well-known biodiversity organisation Aaranyak also demanded action. The adult female elephant was electrocuted at the Butterfly Park located inside the NRL Township on July 18 and later, some staff buried the carcass within the refinerys complex. The forest department, which was informed about the incident on July 18 evening, exhumed the carcass on July 19, followed by a post-mortem. The forest department has registered a case under the Wildlife (Protection) Act and is conducting a probe. Senior forest officials could not be reached to find out the status of investigation. Aaranyak, a member of the State Board of Wildlife, Assam and former member of National Board of Wildlife, expressed deep concern and outrage on the incident. This tragic event is a stark reminder of the ongoing threats faced by elephants in their natural habitat, particularly in the Golaghat district, which is part of a critical elephant corridor, Aaranyak said in a statement. Reports indicate that the elephant died due to suspected electrocution after coming into contact with an exposed power cableWhat is even more shocking is the refinery authorities buried the carcass without notifying the forest department in gross violation of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, the organisation said. Stating that the incident raised serious questions about the operational protocols of NRL, its intention and commitment towards welfare of wildlife, Aaranyak said, The illegal disposal of the elephants carcass not only undermines the legal framework designed to protect endangered species but also reflects a concerning disregard for the ecological integrity of the region. The organisation said the forest department needed to ensure accountability for those responsible to deter such violations in future. It is essential to implement stricter safety measures to protect wildlife, particularly in Numaligarh Refinery campus, it added.
NEET UG 2024: Toppers break coaching factory dominance
NEW DELHI: Reports suggesting that only coaching factories in Rajasthan (Kota and Sikar) or specialized coaching centers in Kerala and Gujarat excelled in the NEET UG scores declared on Saturday are only partially true. While traditional centers like Sikar and Kota continued to produce high scorers, a significant number of top performers emerged from other smaller cities and towns. For instance, 35 students from Lucknow, 27 from Kolkata, 25 from Latur, 20 from Nagpur, 19 from Faridabad, 18 from Nanded, 17 from Indore, 16 each from Cuttack and Kanpur, 14 each from Kolhapur, Noida, and Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, 13 each from Agra and Aligarh, 10 each from Akola and Patiala, eight from Davangere, and seven from Banaskantha scored 700 or more marks. This trend suggests that aligning the NEET syllabus with higher secondary education is yielding positive results, according to the Ministry of Education. The other myth that high scorers were limited to a few cities or states was also debunked. NEET UG city, centre wise results published following SC order In NEET 2024, a total of 23.33 lakh students appeared, with 2,321 students scoring 700 or more marks. These high achievers were spread across 1,404 centers, both within the country and abroad. These centers were distributed across 276 cities and 25 States/UTs, indicating that many candidates from non-traditional tuition hubs made it to the toppers' list. Similar observations were made across other score ranges in NEET 2024.Candidates scoring between 650 and 699 marks were spread across 509 cities and 4,044 centers, those scoring between 600 and 649 marks were spread across 540 cities and 4,484 centers, and those scoring between 550 and 599 marks were spread across 548 cities and 4,563 centers, said the Ministry of Education. A rank-wise distribution of NEET 2024 results revealed the following: candidates with ranks 1 to 100 were spread across 56 cities and 95 centers,those with ranks 101 to 1,000 were spread across 187 cities and 706 centers, those with ranks 1,001 to 10,000 were spread across 431 cities and 2,959 centers, those with ranks 10,001 to 50,000 were spread across 523 cities and 4,283 centers; those with ranks 50,001 to 1,10,000 were spread across 546 cities and 4,542 centres, and those with ranks 1,10,001 to 1,50,000 were spread across 539 cities and 4,470 centers. In comparison, the distribution in NEET 2023 was somewhat smaller. Candidates scoring between 700 and 720 marks were spread across 116 cities and 310 centers; those scoring between 650 and 699 marks were spread across 381 cities and 2,431 centres, and those scoring between 600 and 649 marks were spread across 464 cities and 3,434 centres. The expanding geographical spread of high scorers in NEET 2024 indicates a more inclusive and widespread preparation landscape, suggesting that quality education and competitive readiness are reaching a broader spectrum of students across the country.
Case registered against Assam refinery for burying wild elephant
The female elephant was electrocuted in a park adjoining Numaligarh Refinerys township on July 18
Seculars against reservation benefits to Hindus in AMU !
In Banaras Hindu University (BHU) poor upper caste Hindus ; backward castes and SC/ STs could avail the reservation benefits provided in the constitution; but not in Aligarh Muslim University (AMU). AMU hadnt been minority institution once. The land where today it stood was notably offered by Hindu Raja Mahendra Pratap Singh; and, Maharaja Vijaynagar [] The post Seculars against reservation benefits to Hindus in AMU ! appeared first on World Hindu News .
Wild elephant carcass found buried at Assam refinery, case registered
GUWAHATI: A case under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 was registered after the Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) in Assam buried the carcass of a wild elephant without informing the forest department. The adult female elephant was electrocuted at the Butterfly Park located at the NRL Township in Golaghat district on July 18 and later, some staff buried the carcass within the refinerys complex. The forest department exhumed the carcass on July 19 and later, a post-mortem was carried out. The post-mortem report is expected on Monday or Tuesday. Divisional Forest Officer Sushik K Thakuria told TNIE that there could be electrocution but the NRL blundered by burying the carcass of the Schedule 1 animal without informing the forest department. The elephant was found dead around 8 am and we were informed about the incident in the evening after the burial of the carcass. We viewed this act seriously and registered a case under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, Thakuria said. The cause of death is subject to investigation but the animal, perhaps, bit off the (live) armour cable and got electrocuted. There is also a possibility that there was a leakage in the cable. We cant say anything with certainty at this moment, he added. Chief Wildlife Warden, KSPV Pavan Kumar said, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had stated that action would be initiated as per the provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act. The incident ruffled the feathers of animal lovers. Senior journalist and environmentalist Apurba Ballav Goswami slammed the NRL, stating that the elephant died due to its lapses. This is their own electrification. They are well aware that wild elephants venture into the area. Why did they keep the live wire naked? he asked. He said the NRL then committed a crime by burying the animals carcass without informing the forest department. He demanded the arrest of all those responsible. NRL spokesperson Madhuchanda Adhikari lamented the incident but said there was no attempt to cover up. The elephant died after coming in contact with an electric cable and our people informed the forest department after burying it because of the possibility of a herd nearby coming in and creating havoc, Adhikari said. She added that the forest department was probing the case and the NRL would abide by the probe report.
Assam: NRL authorities bury dead elephant without informing forest department!
Numaligarh: In a tragic incident, a wild elephant was electrocuted inside the township of Numaligarh Refinery in Assam. The death of the elephant has sparked outrage and raised serious concerns about wildlife management and compliance with environmental regulations. The incident occurred when the elephant came into contact with a live electrical wire within the refinerys [] The post Assam: NRL authorities bury dead elephant without informing forest department! appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Daily wage labourer, who used to earn Rs 350 daily, cracks IIT JEE
An Aligarh resident who once earned a modest Rs 350 per day as a daily wage laborer is now living the dream of many students. He successfully cracked the highly challenging IIT JEE exam and gained admission to one of the country's top educational institutions.
UP cop killed in misfire by colleague; family rejects official version
Aligarh: UP police constable Mohammad Yakoob was accidentally shot dead by a fellow policeman, SI Rajiv Kumar, during an operation by the Special Operations Group (SOG) to arrest suspected cattle smugglers in a village in Aligarh early Thursday. As explained by the UP police, the misfire happened during the raid when Inspector Azhar Hussains service Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
In an unfortunate incident in Aligarh, a police constable was killed and sub-inspector was injured by single bullet after a service pistol fired accidentally
Constable killed, SI injured in accidental firing during raid in UP
Aligarh: A police constable was killed and a sub-inspector injured when the service weapon of an inspector accidentally discharged during a raid here early Thursday, officials said. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Sanjiv Suman said the Special Operations Group (SOG) and personnel from two police stations carried out the raid to nab cattle smugglers in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Man Sets Mother on Fire Inside Police Station in Uttar Pradesh
In a shocking incident, a man set his mother on fire inside a police station in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. The video of the incident was captured on the CCTV camera. The footage shows a woman rushing into the police station, where she is doused with petrol and set on fire by a man beside her, identified by police as her son Gaurav. In the footage, the cops can been seen running towards the woman and tried to extinguish the fire by throwing mud and also covering her with gunny sacks. According to media reports, Hemlata suffered 70% burns and died while undergoing treatment in the hospital. The incident took place around 2 PM at Khair police station in Aligarh. The police said that land dispute was the reason behind the incident. There was a family dispute regarding a land and the woman filed an FIR. The two parties visited the police station to find a solution but they failed to reach an understanding. The woman went out and when she returned, her son set her on fire, reported NDTV quoting Senior Superintendent of Police, Sanjiv Suman. The Police official also said that the cops suffered burns while trying to extinguish the fire.
Shocking: Man sets mother on fire in front of police officers at Aligarh station
A 25-year-old man set his 60-year-old mother on fire inside an Aligarh police station during a property dispute. The mother, Hemlata Devi, passed away in the hospital from severe burns. The man, his mother, and uncle were called in for questioning.
Hindustan Oil's Gas Discovery In The Dirok Field Could Boost Revenue
Revenue potential depends on demand uptick in the Assam region, which the management expects the Duliajan-Numaligarh Gas Pipeline will solve.
BENGALURU: At the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, set to begin on July 26, two-time Olympic medallist badminton champion PV Sindhu will be the woman flag bearer for India accompanied by Bengaluru athletes Rohan Bopanna, Ashwini Ponnappa, and Lakshaya Sen, during the opening ceremony. She will be wearing creations by celebrity designer Tarun Tahiliani, featuring ikat-inspired prints and Banarasi brocade. These designs marry craftsmanship with brand Tasvas India Modern ethos. CE speaks to the designer, who has a flagship store in Bengaluru, about what went behind creating the Ceremonial Dresses for Team India athletes and more. Tell us about your experience working forCeremonial Dress for Team India. Designing the Ceremonial Dress for Team India has been immensely rewarding. It is a great honour and responsibility to present our champions on the global stage. It was also an opportunity to showcase India modern to the world. Collaborating closely with the Indian Olympic Association and understanding the specific needs of the athletes allowed us to create garments that embody national pride and tradition while offering exceptional functionality and comfort. We retained the key traditional elements of the kurta bundi set and the saree and gave it a modern twist to make it more convenient. Seeing our athletes dressed in our designs fills me with immense pride. As our athletes sail past the Seine river during the opening ceremony, they will carry a piece of India with them, making a bold statement in the fashion capital of the world. What were the pointers you kept in mind while designing? While designing the Ceremonial Dress, several key considerations guided the process. Firstly, it was essential to honour Indias rich cultural heritage while incorporating modern elements to reflect the dynamic spirit of our nation. We focused on the tricolour palette and ikat-inspired prints, which resonate across diverse traditions. Athlete-centric design was paramount. Comfort and functionality were crucial to ensure that the garments not only looked good but also supported the athletes needs. The attire had to be breathable and lightweight to suit the summer heat of Paris. Every design choice, from safari pockets and pre-pleated sarees, to modern brocade trainers, was made to celebrate our heritage while prioritising the athletes comfort and performance. Tell us about the creations. What can we see our athleteswear? We wanted to create something modern yet deeply rooted in tradition. Drawing inspiration from the bundi jacket, weve infused modern silhouettes and layers, offering a fresh take on a classic style. The ceremonial attire celebrates Indias rich cultural tapestry and patriotic spirit, reflected in the iconic tricolour palette of saffron, green, and white. Each element tells the story of India. We have used ikat-inspired printed panels in saffron and green, blue buttonholes representing the Ashoka Chakra, and ivory for peace and unity. Designed for comfort and style, the classic kurta and Aligarhi combination in pure cotton ensures fluidity for unrestricted movement. Every detail, from the tape detailing to the safari pockets, is meticulously crafted. For women athletes, we have made a pre-pleated saree in viscose crepe for natural drape and breathability, paired with a viscose satin lycra blouse for maximum comfort. The look is completed with modern trainers adorned with traditional Benaras brocade, seamlessly blending tradition with contemporary fashion. Were there any challenges while conceptualising it? One of the primary challenges was achieving the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Convincing the association to use the tricolour for the ceremonial dress was particularly significant, as India had not used the tricolour in this context before. It was important to illustrate how the tricolour could effectively symbolise our national pride and unity. Futureprojects? Currently I working on a few future projects with launch of our ready-to-wear womens wear line and OTT shows.
Man sets his mother on fire in U.P.'s Aligarh
The accused son Gaurav has been taken into custody and is being questioned
Great honour to weave dynamic spirit of India: Designer Tarun Tahiliani
At the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, set to begin on July 26, two-time Olympic medallist badminton champion PV Sindhu will be the female flag bearer for India during the opening ceremony. She will be wearing creations by the king of drape, Tarun Tahiliani, featuring ikat-inspired prints and Banarasi brocade. These designs marry craftsmanship with brand Tasvas (Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltds ready-to-wear label) India Modern ethos. A conversation with the designer about what went behind creating the ceremonial dresses for Team India athletes and more. Tell us about your experience working forthe ceremonial dress for Team India. Designing the ceremonial dress for Team India has been an immensely rewarding experience. It is a great honour and responsibility to present our champions on the global stage. It was also an opportunity to showcase India modern to the world. Collaborating closely with the Indian Olympic Association and understanding the specific needs of the athletes allowed us to create garments that embody national pride and tradition while offering exceptional functionality and comfort. We retained the key traditional elements of the Kurta bundi set and the Saree and gave it a modern twist to make it more convenient. Seeing our athletes dressed in our designs fills me with immense pride. As our athletes sail past the Seine during the opening ceremony, they will carry a piece of India with them, making a bold statement in the fashion capital of the world. Designer tarun tahiliani What were the pointers you kept in mind while designing? When designing the Ceremonial Dress for Team India, several key considerations guided the process. Firstly, it was essential to honour Indias rich cultural heritage while incorporating modern elements to reflect the dynamic spirit of our nation. We focused on the tricolour palette and ikat-inspired prints, which resonate across diverse traditions. Athlete-centric design was paramount. Comfort and functionality were crucial to ensure that the garments not only looked good but also supported the athletes needs. The attire had to be breathable and lightweight to suit the summer heat of Paris. Every design choice,from safari pockets and pre-pleated sarees, to modern brocade trainers, was made to celebrate our heritage while prioritising the athletes comfort and performance. Tell us about the creations. What can we see our athleteswear? At Tasva, our vision was to create something modern yet deeply rooted in tradition. Drawing inspiration from the Bundi jacket, weve infused modern silhouettes and layers, offering a fresh take on a classic style. The ceremonial attire celebrates Indias rich cultural tapestry and patriotic spirit, reflected in the tricolour palette of saffron, green, and white. Each element tells the story of India. We have used ikat-inspired printed panels in saffron and green, blue buttonholes representing the Ashoka Chakra, and ivory for peace and unity. Designed for comfort and style, the classic kurta and Aligarhi combination in pure cotton ensures fluidity for unrestricted movement. Every detail, from the tape detailing to the safari pockets, is meticulously crafted. For female athletes, we have made a pre-pleated saree in viscose crepe for natural drape and breathability, paired with a viscose satin lycra blouse for maximum comfort. The look is completed with modern trainers adorned with traditional Benaras brocade, seamlessly blending tradition with contemporary fashion. Were there any challenges in conceptualising it? One of the primary challenges was achieving the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Convincing the association to use the tricolour for the ceremonial dress was particularly significant, as India had not used the tricolour in this context before. It was important to illustrate how the tricolour could effectively symbolise our national pride and unity. Whats a Tarun Tahiliani signature style? Tarun Tahiliani signature style is based on elegance and comfort. Period. Belonging and belonging into a sense of self, rather than trying to stick out and draw attention for the wrong reasons. Cool, sophisticated people are secure enough to not want to be the center of attention for the wrong reasons, but rather be comfortable in their skin and have their clothing reflect their intellect and conviction. And thats what Tarun Tahiliani style caters to. It is all about luxury that feels good on the skin, very much based on the technology of construction, elegance, and sophisticated colors. Tasva has been doing great in Hyderabad to which Sindhu belongs. What are your fond memories of the city? Yes, Tasva has been doing great in Hyderabad. Tasva means all that is me, all that is mine, and it embodies the idea of presenting the best version of oneself. When I collaborated with Aditya Birla Fashion Retail Ltd to create Tasva, our aim was to offer a fresh and delightful take on Indian wear for the modern man. Its one of the first cities that took off immediately. But it is common knowledge that Hyderabad is a terrific market for menswear. And even though there is such a competitive environment, the male population there or the people making the purchase decisions seem to understand cut, fit, and luxury much more than other cities because of their lifestyle. I have many fond memories of the city because I used to visit there as a child and at that time lived in Secunderabad. Banjara Hills was literally a beautiful hill with a few rocks, with multiple rocks, where Anand Lal, the chairman of ITC, had this beautiful house overlooking the city where we used to go often. Besides that, the old hotels like palaces and the Hussainsagar Lake and the Secunderabad Club were areas we went to all the time. And it was truly some of the most magical summers that I spent over there. Festive season is coming up. Can you share any insights into your festive collection? Absolutely, the festive season is one of the most exciting times for us, and we have curated a collection that truly celebrates the spirit of the season. The collection draws inspiration from imperial metamorphosis and art deco movements, blending historical richness with modern design. The kurta and bundi categories offer a wide range of colours, from light to dark shades, catering to all tastes from ivory and golds to pastels and bright hues like sage green and yellow. For evening events, our dinner jackets, Indo-western outfits, and bandhgalas predominantly feature darker colours, but we have also included lighter options for varied preferences. We have focused on high-quality viscose, cotton, and silk blends, avoiding polyester-rich fabrics, to suit Indian weather. Additionally, Tasva is innovating with engineered jacquards, creating custom textiles from our own artworks to weaves and colours. Futureprojects. Currently working on a few future projects with launch of our ready to wear womens wear line and OTT. And we hope that we will follow Tasva with Tasva womens in two years once we have the mens market firmly entrenched, because the Tasva woman will be analogous to the Tasva man, and that will basically have all the same core values.
PV Sindhu to wear creations by Tarun Tahiliani at Paris 2024 Olympics
HYDERABAD : It the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, set to begin on July 26, Hyderabads very own two-time Olympic medallist badminton champion PV Sindhu will be the female flag bearer for India during the opening ceremony. She will be wearing creations by the king of drape, Tarun Tahiliani, featuring ikat-inspired prints and Banarasi brocade. These designs marry craftsmanship with brand Tasvas (Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltds ready-to-wear label) India Modern ethos. CE speaks to the designer about what went behind creating the Ceremonial Dresses for Team India athletes and more. Tell us about your experience working forCeremonial Dress for Team India. Designing the Ceremonial Dress for Team India has been an immensely rewarding experience. It is a great honour and responsibility to present our champions on the global stage. It was also an opportunity to showcase India modern to the world. Collaborating closely with the Indian Olympic Association and understanding the specific needs of the athletes allowed us to create garments that embody national pride and tradition while offering exceptional functionality and comfort. We retained the key traditional elements of the Kurta bundi set and the Saree and gave it a modern twist to make it more convenient. Seeing our athletes dressed in our designs fills me with immense pride. As our athletes sail past the Seine during the opening ceremony, they will carry a piece of India with them, making a bold statement in the fashion capital of the world. What were the pointers you kept in mind while designing? When designing the Ceremonial Dress for Team India, several key considerations guided the process. Firstly, it was essential to honour Indias rich cultural heritage while incorporating modern elements to reflect the dynamic spirit of our nation. We focused on the tricolour palette and ikat-inspired prints, which resonate across diverse traditions. Athlete-centric design was paramount. Comfort and functionality were crucial to ensure that the garments not only looked good but also supported the athletes needs. The attire had to be breathable and lightweight to suit the summer heat of Paris. Every design choice, from safari pockets and pre-pleated sarees, to modern brocade trainers, was made to celebrate our heritage while prioritising the athletes comfort and performance. Tell us about the creations. What can we see our athleteswear? At Tasva, our vision was to create something modern yet deeply rooted in tradition. Drawing inspiration from the Bundi jacket, weve infused modern silhouettes and layers, offering a fresh take on a classic style. The ceremonial attire celebrates Indias rich cultural tapestry and patriotic spirit, reflected in the iconic tricolour palette of saffron, green, and white. Each element tells the story of India. We have used ikat-inspired printed panels in saffron and green, blue buttonholes representing the Ashoka Chakra, and ivory for peace and unity. Designed for comfort and style, the classic kurta and Aligarhi combination in pure cotton ensures fluidity for unrestricted movement. Every detail, from the tape detailing to the safari pockets, is meticulously crafted. For female athletes, we have made a pre-pleated saree in viscose crepe for natural drape and breathability, paired with a viscose satin lycra blouse for maximum comfort. The look is completed with modern trainers adorned with traditional Benaras brocade, seamlessly blending tradition with contemporary fashion. Were there any challenges while conceptualising it? One of the primary challenges was achieving the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Convincing the association to use the tricolour for the ceremonial dress was particularly significant, as India had not used the tricolour in this context before. It was important to illustrate how the tricolour could effectively symbolise our national pride and unity. Whats a Tarun Tahiliani signature style? Tarun Tahiliani signature style is based on elegance and comfort. Period. Belonging and belonging into a sense of self, rather than trying to stick out and draw attention for the wrong reasons. Cool, sophisticated people are secure enough to not want to be the center of attention for the wrong reasons, but rather be comfortable in their skin and have their clothing reflect their intellect and conviction. And thats what Tarun Tahiliani style caters to. It is all about luxury that feels good on the skin, very much based on the technology of construction, elegance, and sophisticated colors. Tasva has been doing great in Hyderabad. What are your fond memories of the city? Yes, Tasva has been doing great in Hyderabad. Tasva means all that is me, all that is mine, and it embodies the idea of presenting the best version of oneself. When I collaborated with Aditya Birla Fashion Retail Ltd to create Tasva, our aim was to offer a fresh and delightful take on Indian wear for the modern man. Its one of the first cities that took off immediately. But it is common knowledge that Hyderabad is a terrific market for menswear. And even though there is such a competitive environment, the male population there or the people making the purchase decisions seem to understand cut, fit, and luxury much more than other cities because of their lifestyle. I have many fond memories of the city because I used to visit there as a child and at that time lived in Secunderabad. Banjara Hills was literally a beautiful hill with a few rocks, with multiple rocks, where Anand Lal, the chairman of ITC, had this beautiful house overlooking the city where we used to go often. Besides that, the old hotels like palaces and the Hussainsagar Lake and the Secunderabad Club were areas we went to all the time. And it was truly some of the most magical summers that I spent over there. Festive season is coming up. Can you share any insights into your festive collection? Absolutely, the festive season is one of the most exciting times for us, and we have curated a collection that truly celebrates the spirit of the season. The collection draws inspiration from imperial metamorphosis and art deco movements, blending historical richness with modern design. The kurta and bundi categories offer a wide range of colours, from light to dark shades, catering to all tastes from ivory and golds to pastels and bright hues like sage green and yellow. For evening events, our dinner jackets, Indo-western outfits, and bandhgalas predominantly feature darker colours, but we have also included lighter options for varied preferences We have focused on high-quality viscose, cotton, and silk blends, avoiding polyester-rich fabrics, to suit Indian weather. Additionally, Tasva is innovating with engineered jacquards, creating custom textiles from our own artworks to weaves and colours. Futureprojects. Currently working on a few future projects with launch of our ready to wear womens wear line and OTT. And we hope that we will follow Tasva with Tasva womens in two years once we have the mens market firmly entrenched, because the Tasva woman will be analogous to the Tasva man, and that will basically have all the same core values.
AMU BA LLB 2024 First Merit List Released Check Your Status at results.amucontrollerexams.com
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has released the first merit list for the BA LLB 2024 program. Candidates can check their status by visiting the official website amu.ac.in. The merit list, also known as the AMU BA LLB Firm List, is based on the candidates' scores in the AMU BA LLB 2024 entrance exam. The University has also released the first merit list for the AMU LLM 2024 program.
Book Review: City on Fire is an expression of painful memories of a Muslim journalist
City on Fire by Zeyad Mansoor Khan, is a memoir in which he describes the hateful environment Muslims have had to endure in post-Babri Mosque demolition (6 December 1992) India. Although mainly based in Aligarh, and a bit in Delhi, this frank, outspoken, and gripping memoir should serve as an alert on what disillusionment, hopelessness, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
UP Govt Suspends Officials, Points to Conspiracy in Hathras Stampede Incident
NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday suspended the local SDM, a circle officer and four others on the basis of a special investigation team (SIT) report in connection with the Hathras stampede, which claimed the lives of 121 people on July 2. The SIT did not rule out a ig conspiracy behind the incident. The SIT, comprising additional director-general of police (Agra Zone) Anupam Kulshrestha and Aligarh divisional commissioner Chaitra V., held the organisers responsible for the stampede, claiming they did not make arrangements to manage the crowd. The SIT, constituted by the UP government to probe the Hathras stampede, hinted at conspiracy and flagged lapses on the part of the local administration. The UP government probe panel said the local police and administration did not take the event seriously and failed to provide proper information to senior officers. The panel said the local SDM, circle officer, tehsildar (revenue official), inspector and outpost in-charge were guilty of negligence in discharging their duties. The sub-district magistrate of Sikandrarau granted permission for the event without inspecting the venue and did not even inform the senior officials, the report said, adding the officials did not take the magnitude of the satsang seriously. The SIT recommended action against the concerned officials, including the SHO Sikandrarau police station and the police outpost in-charges of Kachora and Pora. The SIT did not rule out any big conspiracy behind the incident and has stated the need for a thorough investigation. In the preliminary investigation, the SIT has held the event organisers to be primarily responsible for the stampede on the basis of eyewitnesses and other evidence, officials said. It stated that the organisers obtained permission for the event by hiding facts. The conditions applicable for permission were not followed and they did not make adequate and smooth arrangements by inviting an unexpected crowd. Nor were the conditions of permission given by the local administration for the programme followed, the SIT report said. People associated with the organising committee have been found guilty of creating chaos, it said, adding that they engaged volunteers without proper police verification. The organising committee misbehaved with the police and even attempted to stop the local police from inspecting the event venue, it said. The satsang karta or preacher (Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba) was allowed to meet the crowd without any security arrangements, it said, adding that no barricading or passage arrangements were made and when the accident occurred, the members of the organising committee fled from the spot. The preliminary report was made after the statements of 125 people, including administrative and police officials, the general public and eyewitnesses, were recorded. Apart from this, copies of news published in connection with the incident, on-site videography, photographs and video clippings were taken into cognisance.
Hathras stampede: SIT submits report to Uttar Pradesh government
The SIT comprised Additional Director General of Police (Agra Zone) Anupam Kulshrestha and Aligarh Divisional Commissioner Chaitra V.
SIT probing Hathras stampede submits report to UP government
LUCKNOW: A special investigation team (SIT) constituted to probe the Hathras stampede has submitted its report to the Uttar Pradesh government, a senior official said on Tuesday. India Today reported that the report held overcrowding as the main reason behind the stampede. The July 2 stampede at the 'satsang' of self-styled godman Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba claimed 121 lives. The SIT comprised Additional Director General of Police (Agra Zone) Anupam Kulshrestha and Aligarh Divisional Commissioner Chaitra V. The SIT has submitted its report to the government, Director of Information, Shishir said. He, however, did not reveal the contents of the report. Kulshrestha told PTI on July 5 that they have not ruled out the conspiracy angle in the stampede and added that the culpability of the incident was on the organisers of the event. A separate judicial commission headed by retired Allahabad High Court judge Brijesh Kumar Shrivastava, and retired IPS Hemant Rao is also probing the Hathras stampede case. Government agencies, including police, have so far blamed the organisers for the mismanagement at the event, noting that the size of the crowd exceeded to over 2.50 lakh from the permitted 80,000. The lawyer of the 'godman', however, on July 6 claimed some poisonous substance sprayed by some unidentified men triggered the stampede. So far, nine people, including key accused Devprakash Madhukar, have been arrested in connection with the stampede. Madhukar was the main organiser and fundraiser of the July 2 'satsang' of self-styled godman Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba at Phulrai village. The godman was not mentioned as accused in the FIR lodged at the local Sikandrarau police station on July 2. 'Bhole baba's call to collect soil under his feet led to stampede'
Aligarh police arrested a man identified as Arvaaz for harassing minor girls returning home from tuition classes.
Uttar Pradesh govt inks over 154 defence deals worth Rs 25,000 crore
The defence projects are coming up in the mega UP Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC) spanning six nodes of Lucknow, Kanpur, Jhansi, Aligarh, Chitrakoot and Agra districts
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Hathras stampede: Will question anyone required, including Bhole Baba, says UP judicial panel
NOIDA: The judicial commission set up by the Uttar Pradesh government will speak to anyone required for its inquiry into the July 2 Hathras stampede , a probe panel member said on Sunday when asked if self-styled godman Bhole Baba will also be questioned. The commission will also issue a public notice soon, asking local people and witnesses of the tragic incident to share any evidence related to the stampede, along with their statement, another member and chairperson of the panel, retired Allahabad High Court judge Brijesh Kumar Shrivastava, told reporters in Hathras. The commission will speak to anyone required for the Hathras stampede probe, former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Bhavesh Kumar said when asked if the judicial panel will question the 'godman' as well. The three-member judicial commission, also including former IAS officer Hemant Rao, on Sunday interacted with locals in Hathras , besides officials and witnesses of the tragedy that claimed 121 lives. The panel reached Hathras on Saturday and visited the stampede site near Phulrai village along National Highway 91. On Sunday morning, the team camped at the PWD Guest House along Aligarh Road in the district and continued its inquiry. We have been mandated to file our inquiry report within two months, Shrivastava told reporters on Saturday after reviewing the incident site. Hathras District Magistrate Ashish Kumar and Superintendent of Police Nipun Agarwal accompanied the team. So far, nine people, including key accused Devprakash Madhukar, have been arrested in connection with the stampede. Bhole Baba: How did a UP constable turn into wealthy godman living life king size? On Saturday, Hathras police said they are also probing the suspected funding of the congregation by a political party and warned of the strictest possible action against it. Madhukar was the main organiser and fundraiser of the July 2 'satsang' of self-styled godman Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba where over 2.50 lakh people had gathered, much beyond the permitted limit of 80,000, according to officials. The godman was not mentioned as accused in the FIR lodged at the local Sikandra Rao police station on July 2. Separately, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed by the Uttar Pradesh government is also probing the episode. The SIT is led by the Additional Director General of Police (Agra Zone) Anupam Kulshrestha. Kulshrestha told PTI on Friday that they have not ruled out the conspiracy angle in the stampede and added that the culpability of the incident was on the organisers of the event. Hathras stampede: UP govt hiding its failure by making minor arrests, says Akhilesh Yadav
Rahul Gandhi urges UP CM to increase compensation for Hathras Stampede victims
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has urged Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to increase the compensation for the victims of the Hathras stampede and demanded severe punishment for those responsible for the incident. In a letter to Adityanath dated July 6, Gandhi emphasized the need for prompt compensation and proper treatment for the injured. He stated, The compensation announced by the Uttar Pradesh government is very inadequate. I urge that the amount of compensation be increased and it should be given as soon as possible. The stampede occurred at self-styled godman Baba Bhole's 'Satsang' in Hathras on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of 121 people, mostly women. Gandhi visited Hathras on Friday morning to meet the victims' families. Adityanath had previously announced that the families of the deceased would receive Rs 2 lakh each, and the injured would receive Rs 50,000 each in compensation. However, Gandhi described this amount as insufficient and called for an increase in compensation. In his letter, Gandhi expressed his shock at the tragic incident, writing, I am shocked by the news of the death of more than 120 people in the stampede incident in Hathras. I am writing this letter to you with pain in my heart, and I know that you too must be feeling the same pain. Gandhi recounted his meetings with many aggrieved families from Aligarh and Hathras districts, stating, The incident is so tragic that I fell short of words of consolation while meeting the family members (of victims). It is not possible to compensate for what many families have lost in this incident in any way, but we can definitely try to reduce their suffering by helping the affected families in every possible way. Hathras stampede mishap: Main accused surrenders, Bhole Baba expresses grief UP stampede: Judicial probe panel meets local people, witnesses in Hathras He also highlighted the negligence and insensitivity of the local administration as a contributing factor to the tragedy, calling for a proper and transparent investigation to prevent such incidents in the future and restore faith in the justice system. From the viewpoint of justice, Gandhi stressed the necessity of giving severe punishment to the guilty persons. He pledged the support of the Congress Party, stating, All the workers of the Congress Party and I myself are available to provide you every possible support in this matter. It is hoped that seeing the seriousness of this entire matter, you will give special priority to the work to be done in relation to the assistance. The Uttar Pradesh government has formed a three-member judicial commission headed by a retired high court judge to probe the Hathras tragedy and to investigate the possibility of a conspiracy behind the stampede. Additionally, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by Additional Director General of Police (Agra Zone) Anupam Kulshreshtha is compiling a detailed report on the incident, which will be submitted to the UP government. So far, nine people, including two women and three senior citizens, have been arrested in connection with the case. Several unidentified sevadars (volunteers) of the satsang are also mentioned as accused. However, the 'godman' is not listed as an accused in the case.
Hathras stampede: Judicial probe panel meets with locals, witnesses
The Uttar Pradesh government's judicial commission team probing the July 2 stampede interacted on Sunday with local people in Hathras, besides officials and witnesses of the tragedy that claimed 121 lives. The three-member team formed under the chairmanship of retired Allahabad High Court judge Brijesh Kumar Shrivastava comprises former IAS officer Hemant Rao and former IPS officer Bhavesh Kumar. It reached Hathras on Saturday and visited the stampede site near Phulrai village along the National Highway 91. On Sunday morning, the team camped at the PWD Guest House along the Aligarh Road in the district and continued the inquiry. We have been mandated to file our inquiry report within two months, Shrivastava told reporters on Saturday after reviewing the incident site. Hathras District Magistrate Ashish Kumar and Superintendent of Police Nipun Agarwal accompanied the team. So far, nine people, including key accused Devprakash Madhukar, have been arrested in connection with the ...
UP stampede: Judicial probe panel meets with local people, witnesses in Hathras
NOIDA: The Uttar Pradesh government's judicial commission team probing the July 2 stampede interacted on Sunday with local people in Hathras, besides officials and witnesses of the tragedy that claimed 121 lives. The three-member team formed under the chairmanship of retired Allahabad High Court judge Brijesh Kumar Shrivastava comprises former IAS officer Hemant Rao and former IPS officer Bhavesh Kumar. They reached Hathras on Saturday and visited the stampede site near Phulrai village along National Highway 91. On Sunday morning, the team camped at the PWD Guest House along the Aligarh Road in the district and continued the inquiry. We have been mandated to file our inquiry report within two months, Shrivastava told reporters on Saturday after reviewing the incident site. Hathras District Magistrate Ashish Kumar and Superintendent of Police Nipun Agarwal accompanied the team. So far, nine people, including key accused Devprakash Madhukar, have been arrested in connection with the stampede. On Saturday, Hathras police said they are also probing the suspected funding of the congregation by a political party and warned of the strictest possible action against it. Madhukar was the main organiser and fundraiser of the July 2 'satsang' of self-styled godman Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba where over 2.50 lakh people had gathered, much beyond the permitted limit of 80,000, according to officials. The godman was not mentioned as accused in the FIR lodged at the local Sikandra Rao police station on July 2. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed by the Uttar Pradesh government is probing the episode. The SIT is led by Additional Director General of Police (Agra Zone) Anupam Kulshrestha. Kulshrestha on Friday told PTI that they have not ruled out the conspiracy angle in the stampede and added that the culpability of the incident was on the organisers of the event. #WATCH | Hathras, UP: Judicial Inquiry Commission arrives in Hathras to record the statements of eyewitnesses. 123 people lost their lives in a stampede that occurred during a Satsang conducted by 'Bhole Baba', on 2nd July. pic.twitter.com/rg3g7xBeze ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2024 Hathras stampede main accused Devprakash Madhukar surrenders in Delhi: Lawyer Hathras stampede: Mayawati demands action against guilty, advises people against following 'babas' Hathras stampede mishap: Main accused surrenders, Bhole Baba expresses grief
Muslim youth beaten, stripped for talking to Hindu girl in Aligarh
In a disturbing incident, a Muslim youth was stripped naked and beaten by members of Hindutva outfits for allegedly for talking to a Hindu girl in the Quarsi area of Aligarh on Wednesday, 3 June. In a viral video, that surfaced on the internet recently, the youth is seen shirtless surrounded by a group of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
UP govt to monitor Kanwar Yatra with helicopter, to shower flowers
The state government will monitor the upcoming Kanwar Yatra with a helicopter and also shower flowers on kanwariyas, an official statement issued here said on Saturday. According to the statement, Chief Secretary of the Uttar Pradesh government Manoj Kumar Singh and Director General of Police (DGP) Prashant Kumar convened a review meeting ahead of the yatra with officials of different states in Meerut Divisional Commissioner Auditorium. The meeting was attended by senior police and administrative officials of Meerut, Saharanpur, Aligarh and Moradabad divisions along with officials from Uttarakhand, Delhi, Haryana and Rajasthan. During the month on Sawan, which begins from July 22, people from Delhi, Haryana and Rajasthan walk to Rishikesh and Haridwar in Uttarakhand to collect water from the Ganga river and bring it back to be offered in Shiva temples. In the review meeting, the chief secretary said that the entire yatra will be monitored by a helicopter and flowers will be shower
Youth attacked after returning to fetch water for ailing mother in UP
A young man was assaulted by a group of Hindutva followers in Uttar Pradeshs Aligarh district upon knowing his religious identity. According to the FIR lodged, the victim Zubair, had come with his ailing mother for treatment in Aligarh. After admitting his mother Namreen in Malkhan Singh Hospital in #UttarPradesh's #Aligarh for intestine surgery, Zubair Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Assam flood situation critical, 24.50 lakh affected in 30 districts
GUWAHATI: Assam's flood situation remained critical on Saturday with over 24.50 lakh people reeling under the deluge in 30 districts and major rivers flowing above the danger mark at several places, an official bulletin said. The toll in this year's flood was 52 and 12 others lost their lives due to landslides and storms. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a meeting with officials late on Friday after returning from the severely affected Dibrugarh district and reviewed the flood situation in the state. After visiting flood-affected areas of Dibrugarh, we reviewed several matters, including Assam Arogya Nidhi-a health financial assistance scheme, the chief minister said. Sarma also said he has specifically asked the officials to 'prioritise rarest of rare cases and applications from those who are not covered under any existing scheme'. The chief minister said after interacting with the flood-hit people, he had sent messages to officials to address their problems. For us, proactive governance is the key to effective public service, he said. On the supply of clean drinking water, he said while the flood has caused considerable damage across the state, the 'Jal Jeevan Mission' scheme has come out as a 'silver lining in these tough times'. 'The transformative water supply project is supplying clean drinking water in these tough times', he said. Cachar, Kamrup, Hailakandi, Hojai, Dhubri, Nagaon, Morigaon, Goalpara, Barpeta, Dibrugarh, Nalbari, Dhemaji, Bongaigaon, Lakhimpur, Jorhat, Sonitpur, Kokrajhar, Karimganj, South Salmara, Darrang and Tinsukia are among the districts affected by the flood. Flood situation in Assam critical, CM Himanta visits Dibrugarh Vehicles wade through a severely waterlogged street after the water level of the Brahmaputra River rises following incessant rainfall, in Guwahati on Friday. The toll in this year's flood, landslides and storms was 64, according to the bulletin of the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA). Dhubri with a population of 7,75,721, Darrang with 1,86,108, Cachar with 1,75,231, Barpeta with 1,39,399 and Morigaon with 1,46,045 are among the worst-hit districts, it said. Altogether 47,103 affected people have taken shelter in 612 camps, while 4,18,614 inmates in non-relief camps have been provided with relief materials. Flood in urban areas of three districts of Kamrup (Metropolitan), Kamrup and Dibrugarh was also reported. Cabinet ministers are also camping in various flood-affected districts. Sarma said he and his entire team are on the ground to 'assess the damage caused by the floods. We are working tirelessly to hear people's grievances and solve their issues, the chief minister said. #WATCH | Barpeta, Assam: A large no. of people are affected due to the flood situation in Assam's Barpeta district as several villages and vegetation fields submerged in the rainwater pic.twitter.com/H2jOADmhg2 ANI (@ANI) July 6, 2024 The Brahmaputra river is flowing above the danger mark at Nimatighat, Guwahati, Goalpara and Dhubri. Its tributaries Burhi Dihing at Chenimari, Dikhou at Sivasagar, Disang at Nanglamuraghat, Dhansiri at Numaligarh, Jia Bharali at NT Road crossing, and Kopili at Kampur and Dharamtul are also flowing above the danger levels. The Barak river is flowing above the danger mark at AP Ghat, BP Ghat, Chota Bakra and Fuletral, and its tributaries Dhaleswari at Gharmura, Katakhal at Matizuri and Kushiyara at Karimganj town. Infrastructure damaged by the floods includes 225 roads and 10 bridges among others, the bulletin added.
Secured 8 suspects so far: Chennai Police on murder of Tamil Nadu BSP chief
Chennai: Chennai Police on Saturday said that they have secured eight suspects so far in connection with the murder of Tamil Nadu BSP president Armstrong. Armstrong was hacked to death by an unidentified mob of 6 people near his residence in Perambur, Chennai on Friday evening. Additional Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), North Chennai, Asra Garg said, In the murder case, we have secured 8 suspects so far. This is a preliminary investigation...Ten teams have been formed by us. We are on the job to bring the offenders to light. After the interrogation of these suspects, we will be able to find the motive behind the murder...Some sharp weapons have been used... Meanwhile, Devprakash Madhukar, the main suspect in the Hathras stampede that claimed 121 deaths, has surrendered in front of SIT, STF and Police, his Advocate AP Singh said in a video message. Advocate AP Singh said, Dev Prakash Madhukar who was named in the FIR in the Hathras case, was said to be the main organiser has surrendered in front of SIT, STF and Police. We have handed him over to the SIT and the Uttar Pradesh Police. Now a thorough investigation can be done...His health should be taken care of, he is a heart patient and nothing wrong should happen to him... It was my promise that we will not use any anticipatory bail, will not file any application and will not go to any court, because what have we done? What is our crime? We told you that we would surrender Dev Prakash Madhukar, take him in front of the police, interrogate him, participate in the investigation, and take part in the inquiry, he further said. However, no such information has been received from the police yet. Earlier, Chennai Police formed 10 special teams to probe the murder of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) Tamil Nadu president Armstrong. On Friday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday morning reached Hathras in Uttar Pradesh to meet with the families of the people affected by the July 2 stampede. En route to Hathras, Gandhi also stopped in Aligarh and met with families of the victims of the tragedy that took place at a religious 'Satsang' event in Fulari village in which 121 people were killed.
MAINPURI: Self-styled godman Suraj Pal Singh or Bhole Baba broke his silence on Saturday in connection with the Hathras stampede in which 121 people, mostly women and children, died, stating that hose who created the chaos will not be spared. In a video statement, Suraj Pal who also goes by the name of Narayan Sakar Hari expressed his grief and condoled the deaths at the tragedy that took place earlier this week during a 'Satsang' in Fulari village in Hathras district. I am deeply saddened by the incident of July 2. May God give us the strength to bear this pain. Please keep faith in the government and the administration. I have faith that those who created the chaos will not be spared. Through my lawyer AP Singh, I have requested the members of the committee to stand with the bereaved families and the injured and help them throughout their lives, the 'Baba' said. As per the police FIR, around 250,000 people had gathered despite permission being given for only 80,000. Meanwhile, the main accused, identified as Devprakash Madhukar surrendered in front of the Special Investigation Team (SIT), Special Task Force (STF), and Uttar Pradesh police, his Advocate AP Singh said in a video statement on Friday. Hathras stampede main accused Devprakash Madhukar surrenders in Delhi: Lawyer Advocate AP Singh said, Dev Prakash Madhukar who was named in the FIR in the Hathras case, was said to be the main organizer has surrendered in front of SIT, STF, and Police. We have handed him over to the SIT and the Uttar Pradesh Police. Now a thorough investigation can be done...His health should be taken care of, he is a heart patient and nothing wrong should happen to him... It was my promise that we will not use any anticipatory bail, will not file any application and will not go to any court, because what have we done? What is our crime? We told you that we would surrender Dev Prakash Madhukar, take him in front of the police, interrogate him, participate in the investigation, and take part in the inquiry, the lawyer said. However, no such information has been received from the police yet. #WATCH | Hathras Stampede Accident | In a video statement, Surajpal also known as 'Bhole Baba' says, I am deeply saddened after the incident of July 2. May God give us the strength to bear this pain. Please keep faith in the government and the administration. Credits: @ANI pic.twitter.com/t51Z4nc6i5 The New Indian Express (@NewIndianXpress) July 6, 2024 Earlier, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met with the families of the victims in Hathras En route to Hathras, Gandhi also stopped in Aligarh and met with the families of the victims of the tragedy. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adidyanath announced financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the victims who lost their lives, along with Rs 50,000 for the people who got injured there. A three-member Judicial Inquiry Commission under the chairmanship of Justice (retd) Brijesh Kumar Srivastava has been constituted to ensure comprehensiveness of the subject matter and transparency in the inquiry. The Judicial Commission will investigate the stampede incident over the next two months and submit its report to the State Government. As per the prima facie report, the stampede took place when devotees rushed to seek blessings and collect soil from around the preacher's feet, but were stopped from doing so by his security personnel. They then started pushing one another due to which several people fell triggering chaos at the site. Bhole Baba: How did a UP constable turn into wealthy godman living life king size? Hathras stampede: UP CM Yogi announces judicial inquiry by retired HC judge
Hathras stampede main accused Devprakash Madhukar surrenders in Delhi: Lawyer
NOIDA: Devprakash Madhukar, the main accused in the July 2 Hathras stampede which claimed 121 lives, has been taken into custody by Uttar Pradesh Police after he surrendered in Delhi, his lawyer claimed on Friday night. Madhukar, the 'mukhya sevadar' of the 'satsang' where the stampede occurred, is the only accused named in the FIR lodged at Sikandra Rao police station in Hathras in connection with the incident. In a video message, Madhukar's lawyer A P Singh claimed that his client had surrendered in Delhi, where he was undergoing treatment. Today, we have surrendered Devprakash Madhukar, who was called the main organiser in the FIR in the Hathras case, after calling the police, the SIT and the STF in Delhi since he was undergoing treatment here, Singh said. We had promised we would not apply for anticipatory bail since we did no wrong. What is our crime? He is an engineer and a heart patient. Doctors said his condition is stable now and so we surrendered today to join the probe, the lawyer said. Singh said police may now record his statement or question him but must take into consideration his health condition and ensure that othing wrong happens with him. Recently, the Supreme Court lawyer had claimed that he represents Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba, the self-styled godman at whose 'satsang' the stampede occurred. Uttar Pradesh Police had announced a reward of Rs 1 lakh for information leading to Madhukar's arrest. STORY | Hathras stampede main accused surrenders in Delhi, claims his lawyer READ: https://t.co/VDWzoSsOrq WATCH: (Source: Third Party) pic.twitter.com/Vhic8D4ncG Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 5, 2024 Till Thursday, six people, including two women volunteers who were members of the organising committee of Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba's satsang where the stampede took place, had been arrested in the case. Hathras stampede: Survivors recount horrors, say not sure whether relatives dead or alive Meanwhile, the self-styled godman Bhole Baba , whom lakhs had flocked to see ahead of the tragic stampede which claimed 121 lives in Hathras on Tuesday, is yet to land in the police net. His name does not even figure among the accused in the FIR, with police authorities shying away from a direct reply over his role in the tragedy saying that he will be interrogated if required. Suraj Pal Jatav, 65, who is todays Bhole Baba, spreads the message of Manav Dharma in his Satsang Sabhas. But he owns around two dozen ashrams across UP and neighbouring states, a fleet of luxury vehicles, assets running into crores and a personal army of security guards and commandos, claim sources familiar with him. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday met the family members of the victims of the stampede that killed over 100 people in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras. Before meeting family members in Hathras, Gandhi made a stop at Aligarh and met the kin of victims from that district as well. Gandhi on Friday said there were lapses on the part of the administration in the Hathras stampede, but added that he did not want to make it political. Speaking to reporters after meeting the victims of the stampede in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras here on Friday morning, Gandhi said, It is a matter of grief that so many families have suffered, so many people lost their lives. I don't want to speak from a political prism but there have been some lapses on the part of the administration, the senior Congress leader said. UP stampede: Devastated kin say Rahul promised he'd push for higher ex gratia, other aid
Rahul Meets Hathras Stampede Victims
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi met family members of the tragic Hathras stampede at Pilakhna in Aligarh on Friday, July 5, 2024.
Congress postpones programme to felicitate newly-elected LS MPs from UP
Party sources said that they did not want the programme to be held in Lucknow on the day senior party leader Rahul Gandhi visited Aligarh and Hathras
Hathras stampede mishap: SIT chief says over 90 statements recorded
HATHRAS: The Uttar Pradesh government's SIT probing the Hathras stampede has recorded 90 statements so far, the panel's chief Anupam Kulshrestha said on Friday. Kulshrestha, also the Additional Director General of Police (Agra Zone), is leading the three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) preparing a detailed report on the stampede that claimed 121 lives after a satsang here on July 2. ADG Kulshrestha said, Ninety statements recorded so far. A preliminary report has been submitted while work on the detailed report is underway. On the status of police probe, the officer said the ambit of the investigation has been expanded as more evidence have emerged. Definitely, the gathered evidence suggests culpability on part of the organisers of the event, she said. Six 'satsang organisers' arrested in Hathras stampede incident, says Aligarh IG Meanwhile, in Lucknow, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has been apprised of the initial SIT report on the stampede. That report was submitted by the ADG Agra Zone who was among the top officers who visited Hathras to oversee rescue and relief measures after the stampede in Hathras on July 2. The confidential report contains statements of Hathras District Magistrate Ashish Kumar, Superintendent of Police Nipun Aggarwal, and senior health department officials who tended to the emergency situation arising due to the stampede. Don't want to make it political but administration made lapses: Rahul Gandhi on Hathras stampede
Congress postpones programme to felicitate new Lok Sabha MPs from UP
Congress postponed its programme to felicitate the newly-elected Lok Sabha members from Uttar Pradesh that was scheduled for Friday. UP Congress chief Ajay Rai told PTI that the programme has been postponed but did not give any reason for the postponement. Party sources, however, said that they did not want the programme to be held in Lucknow on the day senior party leader Rahul Gandhi visited Aligarh and Hathras to meet the family members of the stampede that killed 121 people. The Congress, which had contested the recently-concluded Lok Sabha election with the Samajwadi Party, has won six seats from UP, which sends 80 MPs to the Lower House -- the highest for any state. Rai said that a fresh date for the programme will be decided soon. All party candidates who had contested the elections will be called for the programme, he said. Rahul Gandhi, who won the Lok Sabha elections from Rae Bareli seat, had earlier this morning visited the families of the stampede in Aligarh and ...
In pics: Rahul Gandhi meets Hathras stampede victims families
Aligarh: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi meets families of the victims of Hathras stampede incident, in Pilkhana village of Aligarh, Friday, July 5, 2024. (PTI Photo) Aligarh: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi meets families of the victims of Hathras stampede incident, in Pilkhana village of Aligarh, Friday, July 5, 2024. (PTI Photo) Hathras: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
UP stampede: Devastated kin say Rahul promised he'd push for higher ex gratia, other aid
Gandhi met with some families first in Aligarh's Pilkhana village around 7.30 am and then in Hathras' Vibhav Nagar area around 9 am, hours after he began his pre-dawn journey from Delhi, accompanied by some party leaders, to console the families of those killed in the Tuesday incident. His meetings with the families in the two neighbouring districts in western Uttar Pradesh took place amid deployment of large number of security personnel by the state police.
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Rahul Gandhi News | Rahul Gandhi Meets Hathras Stampede Victims' Families | Hathras Stampede NewsLeader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday met the family members of those who lost their lives in the deadly stampede in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras. Before reaching Hathras, Gandhi made a stop at Aligarh and met the kin of victims from the district.
Hathras stampede updates: Rahul Gandhi visits Aligarh; Bhole Baba missing
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met with the families of the victims who lost their lives during a stampede at a satsang event held by Saakar Vishwa Hari Bhole Baba in UP's Hathras on Tuesday
Rahul Gandhi Reaches Hathras, Meets Family Members Of Stampede Victims
Hathras (UP), Jul 5: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday met the family members of those who lost their lives in the stampede in Uttar Pradeshs Hathras. Gandhi left from Delhi on Friday early morning by road for Hathras and was accompanied by state Congress chief Ajay Rai, state Congress in-charge Avinash Pande, party spokesperson Supriya Shrinate and other office bearers. Rahul Gandhi first made a stop at Aligarh where he was seen interacting with [] The post Rahul Gandhi Reaches Hathras, Meets Family Members Of Stampede Victims appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Hathras stampede: Rahul Gandhi reaches Aligarh, meets kin of victims
According to police, of the 121 people who died due to the stampede on July 2, 17 were from Aligarh
UP: Rahul Gandhi reaches Aligarh, meets kin of Hathras stampede victims
Aligarh: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday met here the family members of those who lost their lives in the stampede in Uttar Pradeshs Hathras, according to Congress leaders. Gandhi left from Delhi on Friday early morning by road for Hathras and was accompanied by state Congress chief Ajay Rai, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
16.5 lakh people hit by Assam floods, toll rises to 56; Kaziranga inundated
GUWAHATI: Over 16.50 lakh people in Assam are affected by floods in 29 districts with the major rivers flowing above the danger level in the state. The death toll in this years flood, landslides and storms has increased to 56. An alert has been sounded in Kamrup district with the Brahmaputra, Digaru and Kollong rivers flowing above the red mark with vast tracts of land inundated. At the famed Kaziranga National Park, a total of 31 animals have died due to drowning, while 82 others have been rescued in the worst deluge in recent years, a park official said. Out of the 233 camps in the Eastern Assam Wildlife Division, 95 were still inundated till Thursday evening as against the 141 during the day, the official said. Dhubri is the worst hit with over 2.23 lakh people suffering, followed by Darrang with nearly 1.84 lakh people and Lakhimpur with more than 1.66 lakh people reeling under flood waters. The Brahmaputra is flowing above the danger marks at Nimatighat, Tezpur, Guwahati, Goalpara and Dhubri. Its tributaries Subansiri at Badatighat, Burhi Dihing at Chenimari, Dikhou at Sivasagar, Disang at Nanglamuraghat, Dhansiri at Numaligarh, and Kopili at Kampur and Dharamtul are flowing above the danger levels. The Barak is flowing above the danger mark at AP Ghat, BP Ghat, Chota Bakra and Fuletrak, while its tributaries Dhaleswari at Gharmura, Katakhal at Matizuri and Kushiyara at Karimganj town are also flowing above the danger marks. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma chaired a meeting on the flood situation with all district commissioners late on Wednesday night and directed them to be liberal in granting relief as per norms, complete all rehabilitation claims as per norms before August 15 and provide accurate information to the headquarters so that adequate relief can be ensured. Cabinet ministers will also be camping in the flood-hit districts for the next three days from Thursday. In Arunachal Pradesh, landslides triggered by rains snapped communication in at least seven districts of Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday, officials said. The districts affected by landslides are Siang, East Siang, Upper Siang, West Siang, Shi Yomi, Leparada and Upper Subansiri. An alert has been sounded in Kamrup (Metro) district with the Brahmaputra, Digaru and Kollong rivers flowing above the red mark. Dhubri worst-hit Dhubri is the worst hit with over 2.23 lakh people suffering, followed by Darrang with nearly 1.84 lakh people and Lakhimpur with more than 1.66 lakh people reeling under flood waters. The Brahmaputra is flowing above the danger marks some places
Six people have been arrested in connection with the stampede in UP's Hathras district during a religious discourse on Tuesday that left 121 people dead.
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Hathras tragedy: Asphyxia, internal bleeding main causes of deaths, shows autopsy
LUCKNOW: Asphyxia and internal bleeding caused by punctured organs are among the main causes of the deaths in the Hathras stampede on Tuesday, said the autopsy reports of the deceased at various hospitals in Hathras, Etah, Aligarh and Agra. In Hathras district hospital, clotting in the thoracic cavity of 22 women who died in the stampede was the reason for death. In Hathras, post mortem examination of 34 bodies was conducted by a panel of doctors. Majority of the bodies had soil stuffed in the ears, nose and mouth. The broken chest bones and ribs had punctured other internal organs of eight bodies, said Dr Manjeet Singh, CMO Hathras. He added that four persons had broken skull and neck bones. In Etah Medical College, where 28 bodies were taken, a team of six doctors including Dr Rahul Varshney, Dr RK Dayal, Dr Abhinav Dubey, Dr Sanjay, Dr Rahul Chaturvedi conducted the autopsy of the bodies under the supervision of Etah CMO Dr Umesh Tiwari, Principal Dr Rajni Patel and Dr Suresh Chandra. In Etah, post-mortem examination of 27 bodies was carried out barring one which could not be identified. The body has been preserved and autopsy would be carried out once it is identified, said the CMO. He added that all the deceased succumbed to asphyxia. All the bodies had multiple fractures and injury marks, he added. Hathras stampede: Survivors recount horrors, say not sure whether relatives dead or alive According to the sources, at least 21 bodies were taken to Agras SN Medical College and Hospital after the stampede and most were found to have died due to blood accumulation in the thoracic cavity, asphyxia and rib injuries, showed the autopsy. All the post-mortem examinations were done under the supervision of ACMO Dr Nandan Singh and Dr Amit Rawat. According to Agra CMO Dr Arun Srivastava, of the 21 bodies brought for autopsy, 15 died of asphyxia, three due to punctured lungs by broken ribs and three due to fractured skull and neck bones. The CMO said most of the bodies had broken bones which had damaged other internal organs leading to internal bleeding resulting in death. Meanwhile, in Aligarh, 38 bodies including those of 35 women, two children and a man, had arrived for autopsy. While one body was taken away by the family without post-mortem examination, 10 persons had died due to asphyxia, 19 due to excessive internal bleeding due to damage to organs by broken bones and eight due to multiple fractures in skull, neck bones, spinal chord, said Dr Neeraj Tyagi, CMO Aligarh. Six 'satsang organisers' arrested in Hathras stampede incident, says Aligarh IG
West Bengal police issues new guidelines for officers to combat mob lynching
KOLKATA: With the rise of mob assault cases in West Bengal, the West Bengal police has come up with an 11-point direction for all SPs, CPs SRs CID, STF and Cyber cell officers to combat mob lynching. Apart from the Chopra incident where a man and woman were beaten up in the public eye, at least four more such incidents have been reported from different parts of the state. All senior officers have been asked to be more vigilant about these incidents and to adhere to the guidelines of the Supreme Court on this. According to the directions, all officers on the field should be alert and ready for necessary action immediately. Secondly, officers have been asked to use civic volunteers, and village police effectively to collect timely intelligence so that police can act beforehand. The directions say more campaign awareness should be spread among common people through every means and that there should be a campaign around how to prevent mob violence. Thirdly, the instructions focus on local clubs that play an important role in every locality. Sources have said that instructions have been given so that local clubs, too, are utilised to spread awareness about mob violence and to collect intelligence. West Bengal man succumbs week after mob attack, third such death in three days The police personnel have also instructed that effective measures must be taken to stop the spread of any rumour everywhere including social media. It has been observed that the police have been posting about several incidents, indicating that they are trying to give information before any narrative is set, said sources from the police department. Another very important instruction that has been given is to monitor social media 24/7 so that more effective steps can be taken against the accused and people who are spreading rumours. Instructions have also been given to take gangsters head-on. The set of instructions said that coordination with other neighbouring states, sharing of intelligence with them and getting intelligence from them to prevent dacoity and inter-state crime should be given priority. Muslim man lynched by a mob in UP's Aligarh now booked for dacoity The police department has also given orders to closely monitor the trial of gangsters, which will help in conviction and will increase public faith. A strict vigil in check posts has been instructed so that these criminals, rumour mongers, and contract killers fail to carry out crimes. Sources said cases around crime against women have been instructed to be given priority. Prompt action should be taken in terms of FIR registration and arrest should be made soon, said the instructions. These instructions have been given by the ADG, law and order, and all officers have been asked to strictly comply with these. Sources in the state government said that while the government has declared compensation in the recent mob assault cases, this aggressive campaign on various fronts will help.
Hathras stampede: 6 Satsang organisers held; Rs 1 lakh bounty on main accused
Lucknow: Six people have been arrested in connection with the stampede in UPs Hathras district during a religious discourse on Tuesday that left 121 people dead. Aligarh Range Inspector General (IG) Shalabh Mathur told reporters on Thursday, Six people, including four men and two women, have been arrested in connection with the incident. They are Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
6 sevadars arrested over Hathras stampede, say Uttar Pradesh police
Hathras: The Uttar Pradesh police said on Thursday that they have arrested six 'sevadars', including two women, in connection with the Hathras stampede that killed 121 people. The only accused named in the FIR is at large while preacher Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba will be questioned if required during investigation, a senior officer said. All six persons who have been arrested worked as sevadars (volunteers) at the 'satsang', Inspector General of Police (Aligarh Range) Shalabh Mathur told reporters here. A reward of Rs 1 lakh will be announced soon and non-bailable warrant (NBW) will also be issued against key accused Devprakash Madhukar, Mathura said. The preacher Surajpal was not mentioned as accused in the FIR lodged at the local Sikandra Rau police station on Tuesday after the stampede at Phulrai village that left 121 people dead in its wake.
Six 'satsang organisers' arrested in Hathras stampede incident, says Aligarh IG
The Uttar Pradesh police said on Thursday that they have arrested six 'sevadars', including two women, in connection with the Hathras stampede that killed 121 people. IG Shalabh Mathur said, six people including four men and two women have been arrested in the incident. They all are members of the organising committee and worked as Sevadars. #WATCH | On Hathras stampede incident, Aligarh IG Shalabh Mathur says, ...When the stampede occurred the six servitors who are now arrested had run away from the site. Rs 1 lakh reward is being announced on the arrest of the main accused Prakash Madhukar. Soon, a non-bailable pic.twitter.com/D9uKYp7CAI ANI (@ANI) July 4, 2024 He said non-bailable warrant will be issued against chief sevadar Devprakash Madhukar and announced a reward of Rs 1 lakh. Mathur also said that the police is enquiring 'Bhole Baba' s ' criminal history. He said that permission for the event was not taken in his name. The preacher Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba was not mentioned as accused in the FIR lodged at the local Sikandra Rau police station. The police said he will be questioned if required during the investigation. It may be noted that Bhole Baba was arrestedback in 2000. He was arrested in Agra for claiming of magical powers and allegedly taking the body of a 16-year-old girl forcibly from her family saying he would bring her back to life. (This is a developing story) Uttar Pradesh CM orders Judicial probe into Hathras stampede
Hathras Stampede: Six arrested in incident so far, says Aligarh IG
Aligarh Inspector General (IG) Shalabh Mathur confirmed the arrest of six individuals connected to the Hathras incident. The arrested individuals, comprising four men and two women, were all members of the organising committee and served as 'Sevadars' during the event.
Hathras stampede: Survivors recount horrors, say not sure whether relatives dead or alive
HATHRAS: A day after a stampede claimed the lives of at least 121 people in Western UPs Hathras district, survivors recovering at the Hathras District Hospital recounted their ordeal. Sixty-two-year old Kusum Devi, who attended the Satsang, recounted that things had gone well till the very end. When we tried to walk towards the exit after the aarti, the situation suddenly turned chaotic. People started pushing and pulling each other in all directions. I fell down and people started walking over me. A few people helped me and I managed to survive, she said. Uttar Pradesh CM orders Judicial probe into Hathras stampede Her sister, who was accompanying her, sadly could not make it and passed away late on Tuesday. Among the survivors at the hospital was head constable Sheela Mohday who was on duty when the stampede broke out. In an effort to control the crowd, she was injured. At the hospitals mortuary, Rao Dayal was waiting impatiently to identify the bodies of his sister and two nephews, aged 11 and 9, who had been missing since Tuesday. My family has been a devotee of Bhole Baba for the past 5-6 years and we had never imagined something like this could happen. I still dont know whether my relatives are alive or dead. I have received no help from the authorities. They just keep referring me from one hospital to another, he said. Hathras stampede: UP CM Yogi announces judicial inquiry by retired HC judge The bodies of the victims were sent to Etah, Aligarh, Agra and Mathura where the autopsy was carried out the whole night. Asphyxia due to compression was the leading cause of death among the victims of the Hathras stampede who were taken to the district hospital in Etah on Tuesday, additional chief medical officer Dr Ram Mohan Tiwari said. Police Circle officer (Sakeet area) Sanjay Kumar Singh said 21 of the 27 bodies brought to Etah government hospital were identified by midnight.
Hathras stampede: Baba's numerous legal run-ins didn't dent formidable following
Originally named Suraj Pal, the baba belonged to Bahadurnagar village in district Kasganj and was part of the civil police, a senior police official in Kasganj told ET. The baba was also associated with the local intelligence unit of Etawah in 1994-95, said another police officer. He was last posted to Agra, when he either left his job or was expelled, and soon emerged as Narayan Sakar Hari or Bhole Baba, building a formidable following over the years. Being a Dalit, his following was largely dominated by people from the Dalit and backward communities, and he spawned ashrams in Kasganj, Etah, Mainpuri, Aligarh and even Rajasthan.
Hathras stampede: The day after, kin and locals grapple with grief
A deafening silence enveloped the mufassil sleepy town of Hathras near Aligarh, with heavy police deployment across the streets and especially at the district hospital. The silence was occasionally broken by the sounds of sirens, signalling a VIP was on the way or a body was being taken in an ambulance. Each time a police vehicle or vehicle of a minister or government official stopped, 60-year-old Surendra Singh ran towards the vehicle with one request - he wanted his wife's body to be released from the postmortem house inside the hospital.
Adityanath announces judicial probe in Hathras stampede, doesn't rule out conspiracy
HATHRAS: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday announced a judicial probe into the Hathras stampede as he met those injured in the incident at the venue of the religious congregation here. Adityanath did not rule out the possibility of a conspiracy in the stampede. He also said the sevadars (volunteers working for the 'satsang' organisers) should have taken the victims to the hospital. People were dying and the sevadars fled, he claimed. Asserting the government will ensure that such incidents do not recur, the chief minister said a standard operating procedure might be put in place for religious congregations. A judicial probe by a retired high court judge will be conducted into the incident. A notification about this will be issued today, he said. If this is not an accident, then whose conspiracy is this? All of these will be probed. Retired officials of the police and civic administration will be part of the judicial inquiry and action will be taken against those found responsible. Adityanath said the government had formed a Special Investigation Team led by the additional director general (ADG) of police, Agra, which has given its preliminary report. She (ADG, Agra, Anupam Kulshreshtha) has been asked to get to the bottom of this incident, he said. The chief minister said among the 121 killed in the stampede on Tuesday, six were from other states -- four from Haryana and one each from Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Asked why religious preacher Saakar Vishwa Hari Bhole Baba has not been named in the FIR as an accused, Adityanath said, Prima facie, the case has been filed against those who had applied for permission for the event. Whoever is responsible for this will come under its purview. Hathras stampede: Who is Bhole Baba, the preacher? The Uttar Pradesh Police on Wednesday registered an FIR against the organisers of the congregation, accusing them of flouting conditions with 2. 5 lakh people gathering for the event in which only 80,000 were permitted. It also alleged the organisers did not cooperate in traffic management and hid evidence after the stampede that occurred as people gathered there stopped to collect soil from where the religious preacher's vehicle passed. The chief minister met the injured at the district hospital and enquired about the condition. At the police lines, he met the eyewitnesses of the stampede and gathered information about the sequence of the incident. BJP state president Bhupendra Chaudhary, Uttar Pradesh ministers Lakshmi Narayan Chaudhary, Asim Arun and Sandeep Singh as well as the local MLA, Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh and Sanjay Prasad, the principal secretary to the chief minister, were also present. After meeting the injured, Adityanath reached the stampede spot in Sikandrarau where the divisional commissioner of Aligarh briefed him about the accident. At a press conference, the chief minister said When the gentleman's (Saakar Vishwa Hari Bhole Baba) preaching was over, he came down from the stage and his convoy moved forward, a group of women moved towards him to touch him. A crowd followed them and started climbing on top of each other. Adityanath said, The 'sevadars' kept pushing people leading to the accident. It is sad that the 'sevadars', who do not allow the administration to enter such events, tried to hush up the matter. But when the administration started taking the injured to hospital, most of the 'sevadars' fled. Action is being taken to fix accountability, he said, adding some special teams have been formed and after initial investigation, we will take further action. Asked about opposition parties trying to corner the government over the stampede, the chief minister said, Some people have a tendency to dig up politics in such tragic incidents. Apparently referring to Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, he said, Everyone knows with whom that gentleman has a photo and who are his political connections... I think it is necessary to get to the bottom of it. Those who play with the lives of innocent people will also be held accountable, the chief minister said. A photo of Vishwa Hari Bhole Baba with Akhilesh Yadav has gone viral on social media. Asked why the sevadars do not allow the administration to enter the venue, Adityanath said, The administration assumes that it is a religious event and the 'sevadars' will take the responsibility. Big events are organised this way. Police are deployed in the outer ring for security. Wherever people attend religious events, they remain disciplined. But when such events become tools in the hands of vested selfish elements, then it leads to indiscipline, Adityanath added. We never thought such an incident would happen, says father of 3-year-old killed in Hathras stampede
117 devotees die in U.P. stampede
LUCKNOW: At least 117 people, including women and children, died due to suffocation and fatal injuries after a stampede broke out at a religious congregation in Uttar Pradeshs Hathras district on Tuesday afternoon. Officials said the toll may go up as scores of people were seriously injured in the melee. The accident happened in Phulrai village of Ratibhanpur locality under Sikandrau tehsil area of Hathras district around 3 pm on Tuesday. According to Etah SP Rajesh Kumar Singh, as soon as the satsang (prayer meeting) got over, people who were packed in a small hall rushed out. They fell over each other, leading to stampede. Aligarh Range IG Shalabh Mathur confirmed 117 deaths, while unofficial reports put the number at 130. Police officials say a huge gathering of around 15,000 people had thronged the venue to attend the satsang held by Bhole Baba, a popular preacher who has followers in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Haryana. The venue was packed to the brim. The number of attendees exceeded the administrations permitted limit at the venue, leading to a stampede during Bhole Babas satsang, a statement by the state government said. An FIR has been registered against the organisers and the baba, who is reportedly absconding. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the government will thoroughly investigate whether it was a tragedy or a conspiracy and take action against those responsible. He also constituted a probe team comprising Additional Director General of Police Agra zone Anupam Kulshreshtha and Aligarh Divisional Commissioner Chaitra V to ascertain the reasons for the mishap. He has sought the probe report within 24 hours. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia compensation of Rs 2 lakh to the family of the deceased and Rs 50,000 each to the injured. The Uttar Pradesh government will also give similar compensation to the victims. PAST STAMPEDES Aug 27, 2003: 39 dead during Kumbh Mela in Nashik Jan 25, 2005: 340 trampled to death at Mandhardevi temple in Maharashtras Satara Aug 3, 2008: 162 dead, 47 injured at Naina Devi temple in Himachals Bilaspur Sep 30, 2008 : 250 devotees were killed at Chamunda Devi temple in Rajasthans Jodhpur Mar 4, 2010 : 63 killed at Ram Janki Temple in UPs Pratapgarh district Jan 14, 2011: 104 killed in a stampede when a jeep crashed into Sabarimala pilgrims at Pulmedu Nov 19, 2012: 20 killed as a makeshift bridge caved in during Chhath Puja at Adalat Ghat in Patna Oct 13, 2013: 115 killed during Navratri festivities in MPs Datia district Jul 14, 2015: 27 died at a major bathing spot at Godavari river in Rajahmundry, AP Jan 1, 2022 : 12 died at Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in J&K Who is Bhole baba? A former official with the intelligence wing of Uttar Pradesh Police, Suraj Pal turned Narayan Vishwa Hari Bhole Baba took voluntary retirement to pursue his spiritual call. He conducts weekly prayer meets at various places every Tuesday, attracting many. Not a follower of any guru, he claims to have got divine vision straight from God Different versions on How it happened According to some reports, the tragedy may have happened when devotees tried to get a glimpse of the Bhole Baba and collect some soil from around the babas feet. After the satsang ended, the baba got up to leave. The place where he sat is considered sacred by devotees. Many devotees rushed to the spot to collect soil, leading to stampede
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Hathras stampede: Autopsies rise, show most deaths caused by asphyxia
Asphyxia due to compression was the leading cause of death among the victims of the Hathras stampede who were brought to the district hospital in neighbouring Etah on Tuesday, a senior doctor said. The hospital performed four times the usual number of autopsies in a day in the aftermath of the stampede, he said. As many as 27 bodies were brought to the mortuary of the district hospital here after the stampede at Hathras' Phulrai village on Tuesday. The overall toll stood at 121 and bodies were taken to various hospitals in nearby areas including Etah and Aligarh. Of the 27 bodies brought here, the post-mortem of 19 was concluded while the mortuary staff prepared for the 20th autopsy around midnight, Etah's Additional Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ram Mohan Tiwari told PTI. Six bodies remained to be identified, he said. Asphyxia due to compression was found to be the cause of death in almost all the cases, Tiwari said, adding a majority of the victims were women in the 40-50 age ..
Assam flood death toll stands at 38
Guwahati: Flood in Assam has so far claimed 38 lives as 3 people died after drowning in flood waters in the last 24 hours. According to the flood report of Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), on July 2, two people died in Tinsukia district while one died in Dhemaji district and the total death toll has mounted to 38. The flood situation in the state on Tuesday has turned more critical as over 11.34 lakh people in 28 districts have been affected. The affected districts are Kamrup, Tamulpur, Chirang, Morigaon, Lakhimpur, Biswanath, Dibrugarh, Karimganj, Udalguri, Nagaon, Bongaigaon, Sonitpur, Golaghat, Hojai, Darrang, Charaideo, Nalbari, Jorhat, Sivasagar, Karbi Anglong, Goalpara, Dhemaji, Majuli, Tinsukia, Kokrajhar, Barpeta, Cachar, Kamrup (M). A total of 165319 people have affected alone in Lakhimpur district followed by 147143 people in Darrang district, 106480 people in Golaghat district, 101888 people in Dhemaji district, 74848 in Tinsukia, 73074 in Biswanath, 69567 in Cachar, 66167 in Majuli, 65061 in Sonitpur, 48452 people in Morigaon district. The flood waters have submerged 42476.18 hectares of crop area. 2208 villages under 84 revenue circles were affected in the second wave of flood. The water level of the Brahmaputra River has been flowing above the danger level mark at Neamatighat, Tezpur, Guwahati, and Dhubri while the Subansiri River has been flowing above the danger level mark at Badatighat, Burhidihing River at Chenimari Khowang, Dikhou river at Sivasagar, Disang river at Nanglamuraghat, Dhansiri (S) river at Numaligarh, Jia-Bharali river at Nt Road Crossing, Puthimari river at Nh Road Crossing, Kopili river at Kampur, Beki river at Road Bridge, Kushiyara river at Karimganj, Barak river at BP Ghat, Dhaleswari river at Gharmura. The administration has set up 489 relief camps and distribution centres in flood-hit districts where nearly 2.87 lakh people are taking shelter. Many flood-affected people have been taking shelter in safer places, high lands, school buildings, roads, and bridges after the flood waters entered into their houses. Rescue teams of local administration, Army, Paramilitary forces, SDRF, and Circle Office are engaged in rescue operations in many places and on Tuesday rescued nearly 2900 people from different flood-affected areas. The administration on Tuesday distributed 10754.98 quintals of rice, 1958.89 quintals of dal, 554.91 quintals of salt, and 23061.44 litres of mustard oil among the flood-affected people and also provided cattle feed. The ASDMA flood report stated that 832099 animals were also affected by the deluge. On Tuesday, flood waters damaged 74 roads, 6 bridges, and 14 embankments, and breached 5 embankments.
UP stampede: CM Adityanath to visit Hathras today, to assess situation
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is likely to visit Hathras on Wednesday where a stampede at a religious congregation killed 116 people, a senior government official said. The official said the chief minister is taking stock of the situation round the clock. Meanwhile, UP Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh and DGP Prashant Kumar have reached the spot. A team consisting of ADG Agra and Aligarh Divisional Commissioner has been constituted to inquire into the cause of the incident. The report is to be submitted within 24 hours, the government said in a statement. Adityanath is holding a meeting with senior officials at his residence here, it said. Later, the government said that three ministers -- Laxmi Narayan Chaudhary, Asim Arun and Sandeep Singh -- have been sent to the spot. Speaking to reporters at his residence, Adityanath said, Our government will get to the bottom of this incident and give appropriate punishment to the conspirators and those responsible. The sta
Hathras Stampede: Bodies on ice blocks, kin wait for autopsy; others look for missing loved ones
HATHRAS: Scores of bodies were lying on blocks of ice inside the government hospital here on Tuesday night in the aftermath of the deadly stampede at a religious congregation, as the wailing relatives of the victims waited outside in drizzle to take mortal remains back home. Officials have put the death toll at 116 - 108 of them women and seven children. The victims were part of the crowd of thousands that had gathered near Phulrai village in the Sikandrarau area for the 'satsang' by religious preacher Bhole Baba. The stampede took place at around 3.30 pm when Baba was leaving the venue. Outside Sikandra Rao Community Health Centre, the closest healthcare facility from the stampede site, many continued searching for their missing family members late into the night. 117 dead, scores injured in stampede at religious congregation in UP Rajesh, who lives in Kasganj district, said he was looking for his mother, while Shivam searched for his paternal aunt (bua). Both carried mobile phones in their hands showing pictures of their relatives. I watched my mother's picture on a news channel and recognised her. She had come for the programme here along with two dozen other people from our village, Rajesh said. Anshu and Pabal Kumar waited near the CHC in their small pick-up truck, loaded with empty milk containers, hoping to find Gopal Singh, 40, the missing father of their cousin. He went for the programme but hasn't returned home yet. He is not street smart, doesn't even carry a phone, Anshu told PTI. He said Singh was not a follower of Baba but had gone to the event for the first time on the insistence of an acquaintance. Meena Devi, who lost her mother Sudama Devi (65), said, It was drizzling in the area (Sadiqpur) where I live, otherwise I had planned to go to the 'sangat' with my mother. An inconsolable Meena sat outside the TB department of the Bagla Combined District Hospital where scores of bodies were kept on the ground floor. My brother and sister-in-law, their kids had accompanied my mother to the 'Sangat'. In the crowd, my mother got left behind and was crushed over, she told PTI. Vinod Kumar Suryavanshi, who lives in Barse village in the Sasni Tehsil, lost his 72-year-old maternal aunt while his mother luckily survived. I have been here for three hours. The body is still here and I have been told it will go for post-mortem now but I am not sure how much more time it will take, he said as he waited for his aunt's son who was arriving here from Greater Noida. Suryavanshi said his aunt and mother have been following the Baba's sermons for around 15 years now and described the stampede as unfortunate. A number of bodies were kept at the district hospital here. Some were at the trauma centre in Sikandrarau area near the incident spot while some others were sent to the government hospital in the adjoining Etah district. My mother's body is here but I'm unable to get an ambulance to take it for post-mortem, said Rajesh, wearing a face mask as he made frantic inquires with police officials on duty inside the TB department. Meanwhile, workers and volunteers of the RSS and the Bajrang Dal also remained at the hospital since the afternoon, distributing water packets and offering guidance on medical procedures to relatives of victims, many of whom were in shock and struggling to come to terms with the tragedy. The number of ambulances was inadequate for the bodies we have seen here today, Aniket, a Bajrang Dal volunteer, told PTI while standing guard at the gate of the TB Department building, drenched in sweat. Earlier in the day, heartbreaking scenes unfolded outside the district's Sikandara Rao Trauma Centre, where victims, dead or unconscious, were brought in ambulances, trucks and cars. A woman sat crying among five or six bodies in a truck, urging people to help her get the body of her daughter out of the vehicle. There are almost 100-200 casualties and there was only one doctor at the hospital. There was no facility for oxygen. Some are still breathing but there are no proper treatment facilities, an agitated youth said outside the hospital. Eyewitness Shakuntala Devi told PTI Videos that the stampede took place while people were leaving the venue at the end of the 'satsang'. Outside, there was a road built on a height over a drain. People fell atop each other, she said. A second eyewitness, Sonu Kumar, said there were at least 10,000 people at the venue and when Baba was leaving, many of them rushed to touch his feet. As they were returning, people slipped and fell over one another as parts of the ground had turned boggy with water overflowing from a nearby drain, he added. Another person who had left the venue before the programme ended said the arrangements made were inadequate for the size of the crowd gathered at the venue. Sanding outside the mortuary in Etah, Kailash said people fell on top of each other due to the slippery mud and the crowd coming from behind crushed them. Santosh, who went to Hathras from Firozabad to attend the 'satsang', told reporters, I went to Satsang with my sister. Hari ji came at around noon. It concluded at 1.30 o'clock I took prasad in the pandal with my sister. When we came out, we saw that everyone ran for darshan. There was a drain nearby, and some people fell in it. He said that the number of police personnel at the site was relatively less. Agra's additional director general of police and Aligarh divisional commissioner are part of a team that would probe into the incident, the state government said. The team has been asked to give its report in 24 hours. Speaking to media persons, District Magistrate Ashish Kumar said it was a private function for which the permission was granted by the sub-divisional magistrate. The local administration provided security outside the venue while the internal arrangement was to be looked after by the organisers, he added. The Uttar Pradesh government said an FIR will be registered against the organisers of the programme. Hathras stampede: Who is Bhole Baba, the preacher?
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Outside hospital, bodies of stampede victims lay on the floor, loud wails pierce the air
Hathras: Bodies lay scattered at a medical centre in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district on Tuesday as people milled around them, wiping away tears and consoling one another.The heartbreaking scenes unfolded outside the district's Sikandara Rao Trauma Centre, where victims, dead or unconscious, of the stampede that occurred at a 'satsang' in Phulrai village, were brought in ambulances, trucks and cars. A woman sat crying among five or six bodies in a truck, urging people to help her get the body of her daughter out of the vehicle. A video clip showed a man and a woman lying lifeless in a different vehicle. Many of the injured were seen lying near the entrance of the local government hospital surrounded by anxious relatives. Locals blamed the administration's negligence for the tragedy. As the hours went by, the official estimate of the fatalities jumped and the crowds outside the trauma centre and the mortuary swelled. According to a senior district official, 50 to 60 people, mostly women, are believed killed in the stampede and several more injured. There are almost 100-200 casualties and there was only one doctor at the hospital. There was no facility for oxygen. Some are still breathing but there are no proper treatment facilities, an agitated youth said outside the hospital. Eyewitness Shakuntala Devi told PTI Videos that the stampede took place while people were leaving the venue at the end of the 'satsang'. Outside, there was a road built on a height over a drain. People fell atop each other, she said. The stampede apparently occurred due to overcrowding, the Sikandra Rao police station SHO said. According to officials, the government has formed a team comprising the Agra additional director general of police and the divisional commissioner of Aligarh to probe the incident. Speaking to media persons, District Magistrate Ashish Kumar said it was a private function for which the permission was granted by the sub-divisional magistrate. The local administration provided security outside the venue while the internal arrangement was to be looked after by the organisers, he added. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences to the families of those killed in the stampede and instructed officials to reach the accident site and carry out relief measures. He announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh ex gratia for the families of the dead and Rs 50,000 each for the injured. The Uttar Pradesh government said an FIR will be registered against the organisers of the programme. Adityanath also directed the district administration to arrange for proper treatment of those injured and immediately take them to hospitals. He wished them a speedy recovery.
Uttar Pradesh: At least 27, mostly women, killed in a stampede in Hathras
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken note of the tragedy and has set up a committee to investigate the incident. The panel has been formed which will be headed by Additional Director General of Police (Agra) and the Aligarh Commissioner.
Aligarh lynching case: Police book deceased, eight others on dacoity charge
Seven people were booked in the case and six were arrested.
Muslim man lynched by a mob in UP's Aligarh now booked for dacoity
CHENNAI: A Muslim man lynched by a mob at Aligarh over ten days ago has now been booked for dacoity. The victim has been identified as Mohammad Farid. (35). Farid was beaten to death by a mob on June 18. A purported video of the incident went viral on social media, sparking widespread outrage. The mob attacked him for alleged involvement in a theft case. Farid's brother Zaki was quoted as saying by TOI that An FIR was filed against his dead brother under pressure from politicians and right-wing functionaries to diver attention from his brother's murder.
Kerala Governor constitutes V-C selection committee for six universities
Kerala Governor constitutes V-C selection committee for six universities Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, as Chancellor of the universities in Kerala, has announced the formation of search committees for the selection of Vice Chancellors in six prominent state universities. The decision, aimed at ensuring a transparent and merit-based selection process, was disclosed in a notification issued by the Kerala Raj Bhavan last night. The universities involved in this process are Kerala University, Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), and Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University. ISRO Chairman S. Somanath will serve as the Convener of the Committee for Kerala University. He will be joined by Prof Battu Satyanarayana, Vice Chancellor of Central University of Karnataka, and a nominee of the UGC and the Chancellor, who is yet to be announced. For Mahatma Gandhi University, the search committee members are Dr. K.R.S. Sambasiva Rao, former Vice Chancellor of Mizoram University, and Anandharamakrishnan, Director at the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. The search committee for Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies includes Prof. (Dr) Sanjeev Jain, Vice Chancellor of Central University of Jammu, Dr. P.K. Abdul Azis, former Vice Chancellor of Cochin University of Science and Technology and Aligarh Muslim University, and Dr. J.K. Jena, Deputy Director General (Py Science), ICAR, Pusa, New Delhi. APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University's search committee comprises Prof. Kshiti Bhushan Das, Vice Chancellor of Central University of Jharkhand, Prof. (Dr) P. Rajendran, former Vice Chancellor of Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur, and Dr. S. Unnikrishnan Nair, Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram. For Kerala Agricultural University, the committee members are Dr. C.V. Jayamani, former Professor at Cochin University of Science and Technology, Prof. Alok Kumar Rai, Vice Chancellor of University of Lucknow, and Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education and Director-General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. The search committee for Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University includes Dr. Jancy James, former Vice Chancellor of Central University of Kerala and Mahatma Gandhi University, and Prof. Battu Satyanarayana, Vice Chancellor of Central University of Karnataka. The positions of Vice Chancellors in these universities became vacant following the Supreme Court's annulment of the appointment of M S Rajasree as the Vice Chancellor of APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University. (ANI)
BSP-ASP tussle for Dalit votes on the cards in upcoming UP bypoll
LUCKNOW: After drawing a blank in the recently concluded Lok Sabha polls, the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), in a departure from its long-standing stance, has decided to contest the upcoming assembly bypolls to 10 assembly seats vacated during general elections in Uttar Pradesh. This has set the stage for a trial of strength among Dalit voters as Bhim Army chief Chandrashekhar Azad-led Azad Samaj Party (ASP-Kanshiram) has also geared up to try their fate in the bypolls, which are likely to be held along with assembly elections to three states. Emerging as a prominent Dalit leader by winning the Nagina Lok Sabha seat by a margin of over 1.5 lakh votes in his electoral debut against Om Kumar of the BJP, Chandrashekhar has appointed in-charges for four assembly seats - Khair (Aligarh), Meerapur (Muzaffarnagar), Kundarki (Moradabad), and Ghaziabad Sadar (Ghaziabad). On the rest of the seats, mainly from central and eastern UP, including Milkipur (Ayodhya), Sisamau (Kanpur), Phulpur (Prayagraj), Katehri (Ambedkar Nagar), Manjhwa (Bhadohi), and Karhal (Mainpuri), he will appoint in-charges soon. On the other hand, addressing her party leaders at a national-level meeting in Lucknow recently, BSP chief Mayawati made her intentions of contesting the assembly bypolls in Uttar Pradesh clear. BSP draws a blank, vote share hits all-time low The BSP chief said that she would field candidates on all 10 seats, of which nine fell vacant after the election of sitting legislators to the Lok Sabha and the Sisamau seat in Kanpur got vacated after the disqualification of sitting MLA Irfan Solanki, who was convicted and sentenced by a local court in a criminal case. Mayawati also made it clear that the party would go it alone in the bypolls. While the senior leaders of the party were asked to start preparations by holding meetings in all the assembly segments set to go to bypoll, coordinators were directed to identify winnable candidates. With Chandrashekhar Azad leading the ASP campaign, the fight for Dalit votes between both Dalit-based parties - BSP and ASP - will intensify in UP. Buoyed by the Nagina success, the ASP has also decided to go solo in the bypolls, said party sources. It will give us an opportunity to expand our base in other parts of the state as well, said a senior ASP leader, adding that the party would also contest bypolls in nagar panchayats and nagar palika parishads. As per political experts, BSPs decision to contest the bypoll might have resulted from the palpable shift of Dalit voters to the ASP in its stronghold of Nagina, where the BSP candidate was relegated to the fourth position in the Lok Sabha elections. In 2019, BSP had emerged victorious in Nagina, considered a bastion of the BSP chief. Political scientists also believe that the assembly bypoll would be a trial of the political aptitude of Akash Anand, who has recently been reinstated as BSPs national coordinator and Mayawatis successor. The BSP has already announced Akash as the star campaigner for the bypolls in Uttarakhand and Punjab. Once the Election Commission of India announces the schedule for the bypoll on 10 assembly seats in UP, Akash will lead the party campaign on all 10 seats, said a BSP leader. BSP supremo Mayawati reinstates nephew Akash Anand as her successor
Monsoon Reaches Delhi, Says Indian Meteorological Department
NEW DELHI, June 28: The monsoon has finally arrived in Delhi after a long and severe heat spell in the city, the IMD announced on Friday. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp In an official statement, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said that the Southwest Monsoon has further advanced into the entire Delhi region. The Northern Limit of Monsoon passes through 26 N/65 E, Jaisalmer, Churu, Bhiwani, Delhi, Aligarh, Kanpur, Ghazipur, Gonda, Kheri, Moradabad, Dehradun, Una, Pathankot, Jammu, [] The post Monsoon Reaches Delhi, Says Indian Meteorological Department appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CPI(M) Condemns Attacks on Muslims Post Lok Sabha Poll Results
CPI(M) Condemns Attacks on Muslims Post Lok Sabha Poll Results The CPI(M) Politburo has denounced a series of violent attacks against members of the Muslim community since the Lok Sabha poll results were declared. Leaders are urging their state units to organize protests in response. Highlighted incidents include the alleged killing of three Muslim men by cow vigilantes in Raipur and the beating to death of a Muslim man in Aligarh over theft allegations. In Madhya Pradesh, houses of Muslims were demolished within hours of beef allegedly being found in their refrigerators. Additionally, in areas like Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi, Muslims have faced evictions, vandalism, and intimidation. CPI(M) accuses BJP and Hindutva forces of escalating communal tensions and calls for immediate protest actions against these divisive tactics.
UP cop held, another flees after 2 brothers end life
After the suicides of the brothers, the villagers protested against the police and demanded action against the officer. Following this, Sub-inspector (SI) Hariom Agnihotri and Inspector Mukesh Kumar were suspended on the directions of Aligarh Range Inspector General Shalab Mathur, the police said.
BJP and the Hindutva communal forces will intensify their attempts at polarization: CPIM
NEW DELHI: The Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPIM) condemned the recent incidents of violence against Muslims in different states, particularly after the Lok Sabha elections, in a statement issued by the party. CPI(M) targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and 'Hindutva communal forces,' stating that they would intensify their attempts at polarization with renewed vengeance. A statement said that it strongly condemned the vicious communal assault on Muslims. The statement mentioned at least six such incidents in Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh (UP), Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh. The statement also mentioned one incident from Vadodara in Gujarat where people belonging to the Hindu community protested against the allotment of a flat to a Muslim woman in a low-income group housing complex under the Chief Ministers Housing Scheme. The Polit Bureau of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) condemns the spate of attacks against members of the Muslim community in various parts of the country in the period since the election results were announced pic.twitter.com/cxlL7TXwQF CPI (M) (@cpimspeak) June 27, 2024 The Polit Bureau of the CPIM condemns the spate of attacks against members of the Muslim community in various parts of the country in the period since the election results were announced Such sharpening of communal assaults following the setbacks suffered by the BJP in the Lok Sabha elections highlight the fact that the BJP and the Hindutva communal forces will intensify their attempts at polarization with renewed vengeance, read the statement. In Chhattisgarhs capital Raipur, three Muslim men transporting bullocks were branded as cow smugglers and killed by so-called cow vigilantes earlier this month, and in UPs Aligarh, a Muslim man was beaten to death on allegations of theft, it stated. No Muslim representation in Modi 3.0 cabinet, a first in Indian history It also talked about the demolition of 11 houses of Muslims in Mandala (Madhya Pradesh) within 24 hours after alleged reports of beef being recovered from their refrigerators. The party further called upon all its units to remain vigilant against such unscrupulous manoeuvres by the BJP and other communal outfits. Units throughout the country should organize protest actions immediately against the vicious attempts at vitiating the atmosphere and seeking to divert the attention of the people, the CPIM statement said. Asaduddin Owaisi questions BJP governments demolition drives targetting Muslims The party also mentioned an incident from Akbarnagar, a predominantly Muslim area, where the homes of over a thousand families were bulldozed for the construction of the riverfront. It said that a shop of a Muslim was looted and vandalized in Himachal Pradeshs Nahan after allegations that he had sacrificed a cow during Eid-al-Adha. A case has also been registered against him for the alleged cow slaughter. All the other 16 Muslim shop owners in the town have been forced to flee following the incident, the CPIMs statement claimed. In Delhis Sangam Vihar, there are reports of residents fleeing the area after provocative speeches made by members of Hindutva outfits, following the recovery of a cow carcass near a place of worship, the party said.
STF Nabs Fraudster Posing as CM's Secretary
STF Nabs Fraudster Posing as CM's Secretary The Special Task Force (STF) of the Uttar Pradesh Police, on Sunday, apprehended a notorious criminal for allegedly impersonating the chief ministers secretary and defrauding government officials over the phone. According to a statement released by the STF, Vivek Sharma, also known as Bantu Chaudhary, was arrested in Basti district. Sharma, who deceived administrative officials and the general public by making fraudulent phone calls under the guise of the CMs Secretary, confessed to his acts. Police sources revealed that Sharma recently attempted to deceive the district magistrate and chief development officer of Basti by calling their official numbers, introducing himself as the chief minister's secretary. Notably, his mobile number appeared as Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on the 'True-Caller' app. A case has been registered against Sharma under sections 419, 420, 384, and 507 of the IPC at Bastis Kotwali police station. Numerous other cases are also listed against him in Aligarh, Balrampur, Mathura, Kanpur Nagar, and Hardoi districts for fraud and related crimes.
In the complaint, she made serious allegations against Aurangzeb and his three accomplices, including barging into their house, stealing, molesting the women of the house, and taking the family members hostage.
Hindu traders have have alleged that they are being targeted under the wrong sections for raising their voices against Halal products.
Aligarh lynching: Jamiat demands swift probe to bring perpetrators to justice
New Delhi: Prominent Muslim organisation Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind on Thursday urged the Uttar Pradesh government to expedite investigation into the mob lynching incident in Aligarh and ensure that all those guilty are brought to justice without delay. A man was allegedly lynched in Aligarh on Tuesday night by a mob that accused him of theft, triggering Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Aligarh: Muslim Man Lynched Over Suspected Theft, BJP Leaders Defend Accused
The family of the victim, Fareed alias Aurangzeb, say that the mob targeted him for being Muslim.
Aligarh Lynching: Communal Tensions, Politics Spiral as Charges And Countercharges Fly
On the complaint of the mans brother, the police have lodged an FIR over the alleged lynching and have arrested six people so far. The deceased has been identified as Mohammed Farid alias Aurangzeb
UP: Aligarh BJP MLA demands release of accused who lynched Muslim man
BJP leaders have launched a protest against the arrest of six people who were allegedly involved in the murder of a Muslim man, mistaken for a thief, in Aligarhs Mama Bhanja locality. The deceased Mohammed Farid, alias Aurangzeb, was attacked after he was reportedly seen coming out of a local residents house. The owners son Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
