Gorakhpur NEET aspirant's murder: Police arrest one of the accused after encounter
In a joint operation, police teams from Pipraich and Kushinagar nabbed a smuggler identified as Rahim in Kushinagar after an exchange of fire, officials said
Gorakhpur NEET student murder case: Prime accused arrested after encounter
Following the murder of NEET aspirant Deepak in Gorakhpur, police arrested Rahim after a gunfight in Kushinagar as he attempted to flee towards Nepal. Rahim sustained injuries and is hospitalized. Ajab Hussain and three others are in custody, while a search is underway for the remaining two suspects involved in the abduction and killing by cattle smugglers.
Key Accused Behind NEET Aspirant's Murder In UP Arrested After Encounter
The Uttar Police has arrested one of the accused, in Gorakhpur NEET student murder case and taken two others in custody. Accused Rahim was arrested following an encounter in Kushinagar.
Cattle Smuggler Linked To Gorakhpur NEET Aspirant Killing Injured In Police Action, Arrested
UP ADG (law and order) inspected the crime scene, met the victims family and assured them of strict action.
Passenger Service Day celebrations at Gorakhpur Airport today
Protests over NEET aspirants death rock Gorakhpur
Such an incident in the home district of the Chief Minister shows that criminals have no fear of the police, and law enforcement mechanisms, Congress leader Shahnawaz Alam said
Youth killed in clash between smuggler group, villagers in UP; one arrested
GORAKHPUR: A confrontation between villagers and suspected smugglers here spiralled into violence on Tuesday, leaving a 20-year-old man dead, a smuggler critically injured, and senior police officers hurt in stone-pelting. In the early hours of Tuesday, tension flared in Mauachapi village under Pipraich police station limits as news of the youth's death spread. Angry villagers blocked the Gorakhpur-Pipraich road, hurled stones at police, and forced traffic to a standstill. The blockade was lifted only after five hours, following assurances from senior officials. The chain of events began late on Monday night, when 10-12 smugglers arrived in two pickup vans and allegedly tried to break open a furniture shop belonging to one Durgesh Gupta. The shop's upper floor housed a travel agency where a relative was sleeping. On hearing the shutters being forced, he alerted Durgesh's son, Deepak. Deepak rushed to the spot on a scooter, raising an alarm. Nearly 10-15 villagers followed him. Startled, the smugglers opened fire and tried to flee. In the chaos, they dragged Deepak into one of their vehicles and sped away. Meanwhile, villagers caught hold of one smuggler, torched his vehicle, and thrashed him severely. When police reached the scene and attempted to rescue the injured man, locals clashed with them, pelting stones. SP (North) Jitendra Srivastava and Pipraich SHO suffered serious injuries in the melee. Later, police traced Deepak's blood-soaked body around 4 km away, triggering outrage in the area. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognisance of the incident and directed senior officials to rush to the spot, assuring that he culprits will not be spared. DIG Shiv S Channappa and SSP Raj Karan Nayyar met the victim's family and promised swift action. District Magistrate Deepak Meena described the incident as extremely tragic and said continuous action was being taken. One accused has been caught. We have spoken to the family, and their demands have been discussed. Whatever assistance can be provided at both local and higher levels will be ensured. First, the post-mortem will be conducted and cremation performed, after which we will again hold talks with the family, he said. Deepak's grieving mother broke down, demanding that her son's killers be given the death penalty. SSP Raj Karan Nayyar, who camped at the site along with senior officials, said the situation was later brought under control, with PAC and additional forces deployed. Meanwhile, Deepak's father, Durgesh Gupta, alleged police negligence, claiming that his son could have been saved if authorities had acted promptly. The family has demanded Rs 1 crore compensation, a government job, and strict action against both the smugglers and erring policemen. SSP Nayyar said the report about the incident was received around 3. 30 am. The smugglers had arrived in two pickup vans, one of which was able to flee the spot while the other got stuck, and the young man (Deepak) had gone after it. One of the people from the stuck pickup van was caught by the villagers, and he was hospitalised. The police immediately reached the spot. The youth (Deepak) received injuries to his head, apparently because of which he unfortunately died. The autopsy report will confirm it. A complaint has been received from the family, and further legal actions have been initiated, Nayyar told reporters. He said some of the accused have been identified, and five police teams are working on the case to quickly apprehend them.
Unrest In UP Town After 19-Year-Old Killed During Cattle Smugglers' Raid
A village in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur is on edge after a 19-year-old student was killed during a cattle smugglers' raid to steal animals
In Gorakhpur's Mauachapi village, a villager died after confronting cattle smugglers. According to SSP Raj Karan Nayyar, villagers chased the smugglers, leading to a youth being taken in their vehicle and later pushed out, resulting in fatal head injuries. Police have registered a case and are conducting investigations, dismissing rumors of a bullet injury.
19-Year-Old NEET Aspirant Shot Dead By Cattle Smugglers, Tension Erupts In Gorakhpur
The incident took place on Monday noon when a group of cattle smugglers arrived in three separate vehicles to steal livestock from a village.
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NEW DELHI: The Indian Railways is considering measures to make the On-Board Housekeeping Staff (OBHS) more courteous and leave a positive impression on passengers during their journey. In the new initiative, currently being introduced, proves successful, OBHS personnel will begin introducing themselves to passengers at the start of the journey in an effort to build trust and establish a good rapport with the passengers. With this aim in mind, Indian Railways has instructed all its zones to conduct counselling sessions for OBHS staff. In an official communication issued by the Railway Board to all zones, the railway has proposed system improvements following a recent on-board inspection. These improvements include counselling for the housekeeping staff. All OBHS staff should be counselled to introduce themselves at the beginning of the journey and build trust of passengers, the Railway Board directive stated. The directive also emphasises that OBHS staff should be available to assist passengers throughout the journey. Stressing the importance of consistency, the Railway has further instructed that daily counselling sessions for OBHS staff must be carried out to ensure that these practices are adhered to regularly. Additionally, the chiefs of all zones have been directed to ensure strict compliance with these instructions. According to available information, the OBHS scheme was initially launched by the Railway Board in 2006 as a pilot project in six Mail and Express trains. Following its success, the service was subsequently extended to additional trains. As per official data, the scheme is now operational in over 1,200 pairs of key Mail and Express trains. Under this initiative, the cleanliness of coaches, toilets, and other on-board facilities is managed by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). Despite these efforts, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), in its 2023 audit of OBHS conducted across 15 trains, identified several discrepancies. The report was tabled in both Houses of Parliament. Notably, the CAG stated that in 13 out of the 15 audited trains including the Bilaspur Rajdhani Express, PuneSecunderabad Shatabdi Express, KotaPatna Express, Darjeeling Mail, and Gorakhpur Weekly Express deficiencies such as choked and stinking lavatories and wash basins, soiled linen stored in doorway areas, and dirty vestibule areas were observed during the audit. The CAG also stated, The shortfall in inspections, coupled with a large number of instances of deficiencies against contractual provisions, was indicative of the need for strengthening control over the contractors. Side by side, the CAG has further suggested that the Railways must ensure full implementation of the Railway Boards directives, including surprise inspections by authorities on all operating Mail and Express trains. Meanwhile, a senior source in the Ministry of Railways told TNIE on Thursday that the Railway is taking the CAG's audit report seriously and has begun working in mission mode to implement both the CAGs recommendations and the Railways own guidelines for improving the functioning of OBHS.
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Border dispute with China, Pakistans proxy war against India biggest challenges: CDS Chauhan
LUCKNOW: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan Friday said geopolitics and war could not be seen in isolation, as war is a medium to achieve political ambitions. He claimed that India's border dispute with China remained one of the biggest challenges for the country with Pakistan's proxy war against India being the next major issue. While speaking at two different events in Gorakhpur on Friday, the CDS said that while China's border dispute remained the biggest challenge, Islamabad's strategy had always been to 'bleed India by a thousand cuts.' He felt that the challenges before countries were not momentary and that they existed in different forms. I think the boundary dispute with China is India's biggest challenge and will continue to remain so. The second major challenge is Pakistans proxy war against India, with a strategy of 'bleed India by a thousand cuts', Anil Chauhan told the gathering. The CDS also said that the changed domains of war were another challenge for the nations. It now includes cyber and space. Both of our opponents are nuclear powers and it will always remain a challenge to decide what kind of operations we want to undertake against them, he added. Delving deep into Operation Sindoor , where India had targeted terrorist infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, in retaliation against the April 22 Pahalgam attack, CDS Chauhan said that the armed forces had full operational freedom during the operation and the aim was to draw a red line to our patience. We had full operational freedom, including planning and selection of targets, during Operation Sindoor. The aim was not to avenge the terrorist attack, but to draw a red line of our patience, he added. He went on to say that Operation Sindoor was a multi-domain operation, which included cyber warfare and coordination among military wings. While addressing a session on 'National Security Challenges in front of India,' General Chauhan felt that war and geopolitics could not be treated in isolation, as war was a medium to fulfil the political ambitions. In Prussia, now Germany, a famous political scientist said that war is an extension of politics. War and geopolitics cannot be seen in isolation. War is a medium to achieve political ambitions, he said. He laid stress on the government and the military working in tandem for securing countrys national interest. He said that in a democracy, the military works under political leadership. In a democracy, the military works under political leadership. When a government believes that force is needed to protect national interests, a military officer like me has two duties: to provide more options to the government for using forces, and to build the governments confidence in the military so it can take bigger decisions, added the CDS. Chauhan said that after the army's clash with Chinese forces in Galwan and the Balakot airstrikes, the government allowed all three wings of the military to have emergency procurement. The CDS said that after Balakot airstrikes, which were done by India in response to the brutal Pulwama terror attack in February 2019, both India and Pakistan learned lessons, leading to enhancement of military capabilities. India focused on long-range precision strikes, and Pakistan likely focused on air defence, he said. Talking about the tactics India used over the years to target Pakistan's military infrastructure, Chauhan said that for the surgical strike after the Uri terror attack in 2016, Indian forces entered Pakistan by land and destroyed terrorist camps, and after the Pulwama attack, they opted for airstrikes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The CDS said that by the time the brutal terror attack happened in Pahalgam, this year on April 22, in which 26 people were killed the Indian forces had already enhanced our precision strike capabilities. He added, We tried to use lower airspace to maintain surprise and control escalation. But when we discussed with political leadership, we concluded that using drones and loitering munitions alone would not achieve our objectives. Chauhan added that to destroy Bahawalpur and Muridke, two of the nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir that India targeted during Operation Sindoor, airstrikes were necessary. He said that political backing and discretion were essential to carry out the operation. During Operation Sindoor, we had both, with a clear message: destroy the terrorist camps, but only retaliate if our forces were attacked. General Chauhan arrived in Gorakhpur on Thursday. He joined UP CM Yogi Adityanath for the foundation stone-laying of the Gorkha War Memorial's renovation and the Gorkha Museum. He also offered prayers at the Gorakhnath temple.
Gorkha War Memorial renovation marks legacy of bravery, says CDS Chauhan
Gorakhpur, Sep 5: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Friday visited the Gorakhnath temple in Uttar Pradeshs Gorakhpur to attend the annual Vyakhyanmala held on the death anniversary of Mahant Digvijaynath Maharaj and Mahant Avedyanath Maharaj. He addressed a session on National Security Challenges in front of India in the presence of [] The post Gorkha War Memorial renovation marks legacy of bravery, says CDS Chauhan appeared first on Northlines .
She Was Eating Away My Money: UP Mans Cold-Blooded Confession After Killing Wife
The man shot dead his wife in Gorakhpur over money issues. She collapsed on the spot and was declared dead on arrival at a nearby hospital.
CDS Anil Chauhan Visits Gorakhnath Temple, Pays Tribute To Gorkha Legacy
Gorakhpur, Sep 5: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Friday visited the Gorakhnath temple in Uttar Pradeshs Gorakhpur to attend the annual Vyakhyanmala held on the death anniversary of Mahant Digvijaynath Maharaj and Mahant Avedyanath Maharaj. He addressed a session on National Security Challenges in front of India in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Highlighting the complex nature of Indias security environment, General Chauhan said the country shares borders with seven nations, making its strategic [] The post CDS Anil Chauhan Visits Gorakhnath Temple, Pays Tribute To Gorkha Legacy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM pays condolence visit to two families in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath says investment in the state is increasing. He highlights the government's dedication to development through roads, bridges, and institutions. The government invested Rs 2251 crore in GIDA to boost employment. Yogi Adityanath laid the foundation stone for development projects in the Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority area.
Gorakhpur man `guns down` wife in crowded market over divorce row
During interrogation, the accused told the police that he felt no regret for killing his wife as she was eating away his money, police officials said
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Think tank NAPi urges FM to impose highest GST slab on foods high in fat, sugar, salt
NEW DELHI: A national think tank on nutrition has urged the Finance Minister and GST Council Chairperson Nirmala Sitharaman to classify foods high in fat, sugar, or salt (HFSS) and ultra-processed foods (UPFs) as 'sin goods' or demerit goods, as they are linked to adverse health impacts. The think tank said that these products should attract the highest GST slab to discourage their consumption. In a letter addressed to Sitharaman, Nutrition Advocacy in Public Interest (NAPi), which consists of independent medical experts, paediatricians and nutritionists, also said that additional revenues generated from such taxation should be used to fund health promotion, nutrition education, and incentives for the production of minimally processed foods. Dr Arun Gupta, a paediatrician, nutrition advocate and NAPi Convener, told TNIE , Considering rising consumption of ultra-processed food products and resultant obesity, the GST council could consider these products to be placed in the highest brackets and make it a health tax. The revenue thus generated may be used for incentives to minimally processed and whole foods to enhance healthy eating patterns, he suggested. GST reforms likely before Diwali, rollout may start by late September The experts, who included Dr Vandana Prasad, Community Paediatrician, Public Health Resource Network (PHRN) and Jan Swasthya Abhiayan; Prof. HPS Sachdev, Senior Paediatrician and Epidemiologist and Deepika Srivastava, former senior adviser Economic Advisory Council (EAC) to the Prime Minister, in their letter expressed deep concern regarding the rising burden of obesity, diabetes and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India. They said these are directly linked to unhealthy dietary patterns driven by high consumption of HFSS and UPFs. This fact calls for reducing their consumption, the letter stressed. The letter highlighted that the Union Health Ministry issued a statement in 2021 that pointed out the growing epidemic of NCDs and its close association with unhealthy diets. It said that recently, Union Health Minister JP Nadda also underscored the vulnerability of children to unhealthy foods and the marketing practices that promote them. Quoting the Dietary Guidelines for Indians 2024 (Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Nutrition) ICMR-NIN report, the health experts said it provided clear evidence that over 56.4 per cent of deaths in India are related to unhealthy diets, with HFSS and UPFs identified as major contributors. They said this is consistent with the Economic Survey of India 2024-25, which identified dietary risks due to UPFs as a significant driver of health and economic burdens and called for stringent regulations. UPF's consumption is sharply rising in India, from $900 million $ in 2006 to $37 billion $ in 2019, according to Euromonitor. So is obesity and diabetes showing a rapid rise during this time period. Given that unprocessed and minimally processed foods are expensive, it drives people to buy the cheaper UPFs, the letter added. Thus, they suggested that the GST Council, in its meeting next week, could classify HFSS and UPFs as 'sin goods' or demerit goods, alongside tobacco and alcohol, given their established negative impact on human health, harmonising with and using the definitions provided in the Dietary Guidelines by ICMR-NIN. Place these products in the highest GST slab (28 per cent or above) to discourage consumption through appropriate pricing, said the letter, which was also signed by Dr Rekha Harish, former Professor and HOD of Pediatrics, Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (HIMSR) and Professor and HOD of Pediatrics, Government Medical College and Hospital (GMC) Jammu; Prof KP Kushwaha, Pediatrician and Former Principal, Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur, UP; Dr Prasanta Tripathy, Co-founder Ekjut; Dr JP Dadhich, child health and nutrition advocate; Dr Nupur Bidla, social work professional and Reema Dutta, public health and nutrition professional. To buttress their suggestion, the experts also shared that global experience affirms the effectiveness of such fiscal measures. Citing Mexico as an example, they said that in 2014, the government taxed sugary drinks and calorie-dense snacks. This led to a measurable decline in purchases and increased substitution with healthier alternatives. Similarly, in 2016, Chile's government levied higher taxes combined with front-of-pack warning labels, which significantly reduced consumption of unhealthy drinks by 24 per cent, the letter added. A strong fiscal measure such as higher GST for HFSS and UPFs will not only reduce consumption but also help halt obesity and generate resources to strengthen public health systems. We, therefore, urge the GST Council, in its deliberations on September 3-4 , to take cognisance of this urgent need and align Indias tax policy with the nations nutrition and health priorities, the letter added.
Gorakhpur emerges as investor hotspot under CM Yogi: UP Government
Gorakhpur, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is emerging as a significant industrial hub due to incentive-driven policies and improved connectivity. GIDA has allocated 182 acres for 54 new units, attracting major investments from companies like PepsiCo, Adani Group's Ambuja Cement and Coca-Cola's Amrit Bottlers. Further investments are expected from Reliance Consumer Products and Shree Cements, boosting the region's industrial growth.
At the 44th convocation of Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, UP Governor Anandiben Patel stressed 75% compulsory attendance, socially relevant research, and global learning. She urged students to study foreign education models, improve institutional quality, and welcome international students. Patel honored achievers, reinforcing that discipline, research, and international exposure are key to academic and societal progress.
BJP MLA flags expansion of mazar, UP govt orders probe
Deoria: Authorities in this Uttar Pradesh district have launched an inquiry into the alleged illegal expansion of a mazar adjacent to an overbridge on the Deoria-Gorakhpur road following a complaint from local BJP MLA Shalabh Mani Tripathi. Acting on the MLAs June 25 complaint to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Principal Secretary Sanjay Prasad has directed 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 .
Retired DySP tied up and assaulted by wife and sons over post-retirement benefits in MP
BHOPAL: In a shocking incident, a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) was allegedly tied up and assaulted by his wife and two sons in a bid to obtain his post-retirement financial benefits, in Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh. The incident is believed to have taken place on 20 August at the residence of 62-year-old retired DySP Pratipal Singh Yadav in Chandavani village, under the jurisdiction of Bhonti police station. However, it only came to light after a video of the assault went viral on social media on Saturday. In the video, Yadav is seen wearing only underwear, with his legs tied with a rope while one of his sons restrains him to prevent escape. His wife, two sons, and another unidentified youth are also seen in the video, ensuring he remains confined. Confirming the incident, Sub-Divisional Officer of Police (SDOP, Pichhore) Prashant Sharma said that preliminary investigations revealed Yadav had retired a few months ago, with his last posting in neighbouring Sheopur district. Our probe has confirmed that the retired DySP, Pratipal Singh Yadav, was tied up by his wife Maya Yadav and sons Akash and Abhas Yadav. They assaulted him while he was held captive and later fled with his bank ATM card. A case of robbery and wrongful confinement has been registered against the accused, and a search is underway to locate them, Sharma said on Sunday. Yadav had reportedly been estranged from his wife and sons for the past 15 years. While he has been living in Madhya Pradesh, his wife and two sons reside in Jhansi district of neighbouring Uttar Pradesh. Their daughter is currently pursuing an MBBS degree in Gorakhpur. Following his retirement, Yadav received 20 lakh from his provident fund, while a further 33 lakh in post-retirement benefits is still pending. His wife and sons allegedly attempted to forcibly take him to Jhansi to access the funds. Failing to do so despite assaulting him on 20 August, they fled the village in Shivpuri district with his ATM card.
Nagpur University vice-chancellor, wife killed as car rams into parked trailer in UP's Mau
LUCKNOW: In a major road tragedy, the vice-chancellor of a government university in Maharashtras Nagpur and his wife were killed, and another person was injured, after their car collided with a trailer parked near Basharathpur in Mau district of eastern Uttar Pradesh, police said. According to Raj Kumar Singh, inspector-in-charge of Doharighat police station in Mau, the deceased included Hareram Tripathi, 58, vice-chancellor of Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University in Ramtek, and his wife Badami Devi, 56. Both were residents of Mirganj in Gopalganj district of Bihar and were returning home from Nagpur when they met with the fatal accident. However, Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Anoop Kumar confirmed that the mishap allegedly happened in Kusma village on the GorakhpurVaranasi highway in the Doharighat police station area of Mau district, when their car collided with a parked trailer truck. Vaibhav Mishra, 35, the driver of the ill-fated car, who was injured in the accident, told the police that Professor Tripathi started driving the car after the driver felt sleepy. As the car reached near Basharathpur in the Doharighat area of Mau, the tyre got punctured and the car rammed into the trailer, he said. Police said that both bodies were sent for post-mortem and the driver was admitted to hospital for medical intervention. Sampurnanand Sanskrit University vice-chancellor Bihari Lal Sharma expressed condolences on the sudden demise of the former vice-chancellor. I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the sudden demise of Prof. Hareram Tripathi Ji, former vice-chancellor of Sampurnanand Sanskrit University and current vice-chancellor of Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University, Ramtek, and his wife Badami Devi in a road accident. I pray to Baba Vishwanath Ji for the peace of their souls. Om Shanti: Shanti: Shanti:
The Ministry of Railways announced a milestone in green energy innovation. It has commissioned India's first removable solar panel system installed between railway tracks in THIS UP city.
Alliance Air Aviation has been held liable by the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in southwest Delhi for a significant six-hour flight delay. The commission found the airline deficient in service, causing mental distress to passengers Mainawati Devi and Shakuntala Devi, who were traveling from New Delhi to Gorakhpur.
UP man beaten to death over theft suspicion; Body found on road
A Muslim man died after being brutally assaulted by a group on suspicion of theft. His lifeless body was found on Sunday, August 17, lying by the roadside in Thathauli village in Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh. The deceased has been identified as 48-year-old Mushtaq Ali, a resident of Badgo village. A disturbing video 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 .
Yogi Adityanath Inaugurates Uttar Pradesh's First Green Hydrogen Plant In Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday inaugurated the state's first and the country's second green hydrogen plant at Khanimpur village in Gorakhpur district, set up by Torrent Gas and Torrent Power.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates Regency Hospital in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday inaugurated Regency Hospital at Medical College Road in Gulharia, Gorakhpur.
8-Year-Old Girl Dies After Falling Into Uncovered Drain, Swept For 50 Meters In UPs Gorakhpur
An 8-year-old girl, Afreen, fell into a drain in Gorakhpur, UP, amid heavy rains. Locals found her body 50 meters downstream. She was taken to the hospital but declared dead.
LUCKNOW: The Monsoon Session of Uttar Pradesh legislature took off to a fiery start with the issues of the merger of government basic schools and the proposed privatization of DISCOMs ruling the proceedings while UP CM Yogi Adityanath launched a blistering attack on opposition, especially, the Samajwadi Party for its alleged negative politics. Calling SP and democracy tow opposite banks of a river which can never meet, the CM accused the SP of hiding behind a faade of democracy, here, on Monday. The proceedings were conducted amid oppositions slogan shouting and uproar witnessing multiple adjournments. Ultimately, Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana adjourned the proceedings till 11 am on Tuesday. While speaking on the floor of the house, CM Yogi accused the Samajwadi Party (SP) of subjecting traders to atrocities and a goonda tax during its rule. He targeted SPs negative politics in Sambhal, Bahraich, and Gorakhpur, while cautioning Leader of Opposition Mata Prasad Pandeywhom he acknowledged as a senior leaderagainst being used as a pawn for others vested interests. CM Yogi intensified his criticism of the Samajwadi Party for opposing the Gorakhpur Heritage Corridor, calling its stance anti-development. Outlining the project, he said the corridor will link iconic landmarks, including Ghantagharthe citys oldest marketand Gitapress. Meanwhile, ahead of Monsoon Session, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath outlined the governments agenda for Uttar Pradeshs journey towards a Viksit state. The CM informed the media persons during an interaction at state assembly that on August 13 and 14, the House would hold a continuous 24-hour discussion on this vision, a consensus for which was reached in the all-party meeting. CM Yogi said the sessionheld in the third year of the Amrit Kaalwould chart a decisive course for development, with the government set to present a 25-year action plan in the Assembly. The CM said the state government was advancing with the vision of Viksit UP to contribute to the national resolve of a self-reliant and developed India. This vision, prepared in collaboration with NITI Aayog and experts, would ensure participation from all sections of society. Significantly, the state government intends to incorporate the opinion of the general public in the vision document for Viksit Uttar Pradesh. By 2047, when India becomes a developed nation, Uttar Pradesh too will stand proudly as a Developed Uttar Pradesh, claimed CM Yogi. Later, on the floor of house, Yogi said that traders opposed leader of oppositions recent visit to Gorakhpur because of bitter memories of SP-era fear and Goonda Tax. The traders have not forgotten the exploitation they suffered under SP rule. You went there uninvited, trying to obstruct development, and they respectfully opposed you, he said, stressing that people cannot expect either security or development from SP. Recalling the infamous Sambhal incident under the SP regime, CM Yogi said the present dispensation was carrying out a purification drive in the area to undo the negativity spread by the Samajwadis. SP is still clinging to its old habits, opposing development at every step, he remarked. The BJP and NDA governments are committed to developmentbut SP simply cannot tolerate it, he asserted.
CBI books AIIMS-Bhubaneswar officer, five others for jobs scam using forged documents
NEW DELHI: The CBI has booked an officer of AIIMS-Bhubaneswar and five others for alleged corruption in the recruitment to Group-B and Group-C posts using forged documents, officials said on Saturday. The agency acted on the findings of its preliminary enquiry registered by it in March that prima facie showed a case of criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery, and bribery. Assistant Administrative Officer of AIIMS-Bhubaneswar's recruitment cell Sudhir Kumar Pradhan, along with five others -- Rajashree Panda, Sangram Mishra, Sai Sagar Kar, Shri Sambit Mishra, and Sruti Sagar Kar -- have been booked by the CBI in connection with the case, officials said. The CBI has alleged that Sruti Sagar Kar, an employee of Bombay Intelligence Security (India) Limited (BIS), had conspired to secure permanent employment for his relatives and family members at AIIMS-Bhubaneswar. The recruitment process was compromised using forged educational and work experience certificates for posts advertised on July 1, 2023. It is alleged that Panda (Sruti Sagar Kar's wife), Sangram Mishra, Sai Sagar Kar and Sambit Mishra had secured the jobs on the basis of forged educational documents issued by Shree College of Paramedical Sciences, Ghaziabad. Further, no such college or university infrastructure i.e the college and Allied Healthcare Council of India to which the college is affiliated, was found to exist at the addresses mentioned on their website, the FIR has alleged. The CBI also detected irregularities regarding work experience. Certificates showing their service at B R D Medical College in Gorakhpur, in roles like sanitary inspector and medical record technician, were found to be fake. The certificates were fabricated and allegedly arranged by Sruti Sagar Kar in conspiracy with the applicants and others, officials said. The preliminary enquiry showed that Pradhan played a pivotal role in the conspiracy as he did not bring to the notice of higher authorities that the verification letter sent to the Ghaziabad institute had returned undelivered, allowing the four candidates to continue with their jobs.
Two youths shot in Gorakhpur after calling a man 'motu'
In Gorakhpur, a body-shaming incident escalated into violence. Arjun Chauhan and Asif Khan were arrested for shooting and injuring two men. The victims, Anil Chauhan and Shubham Chauhan, had allegedly mocked Arjun's weight. The incident occurred after a community feast near Tarkulha Devi Temple. Police have registered a case and recovered a countrymade pistol.
Dr Jitendra Informs LS About North Indias First Nuclear Plant In Haryana
NEW DELHI, Aug 6: North Indias first Nuclear Power Plant, located in Gorakhpur, Haryana, is expected to become operational by 2031-32. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh informed the Lok Sabha today. Once completed, the Gorakhpur Haryana Anu Vidyut Pariyojana (GHAVP) will significantly bolster the regions clean energy capacity, marking a strategic shift [] The post Dr Jitendra Informs LS About North Indias First Nuclear Plant In Haryana appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP government in UP fundamentally against education, democratic rights: Akhilesh Yadav
LUCKNOW: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday launched a fierce attack on the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh, accusing it of being fundamentally against education and democratic rights. Addressing the media at the Janeshwar Mishra Park here, Yadav criticised the state government's recent actions targeting the SP's 'PDA Pathshala' campaign, where volunteers have been conducting informal classes in areas where primary schools were recently shut or merged. Calling the BJP he biggest mafia for being against education, Yadav said even the British never filed FIRs for running educational initiatives. The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister also condemned the filing of police cases against PDA Pathshala volunteers and asserted that such classes would continue until the government reopens the shut schools and appoints teachers and principals. This is not going to stop because of police threats, Yadav said. He demanded the complete rollback of the school merger plan and the immediate reopening of closed primary schools. Yadav pointed out that when the Samajwadi Party was in power, it set up new schools and launched innovative education models, including cultural schools in the state capital. He accused the BJP of failing to support or sustain the initiative. Citing the recent roof collapse incident at a school in the chief minister's home district that left students injured, Yadav said the poor condition of schools highlights the government's neglect. The SP leader also targeted the state's Panchayati Raj Department for allegedly issuing a controversial letter that selectively focused on specific castes and communities. He called it unconstitutional and said the party would take the matter to court. If any illegality is committed, action must be taken, but targeting people based on caste or religion is against the Constitution, he added, urging the judiciary to take suo motu notice. The directive referred to by Yadav has already been withdrawn, and the joint director concerned of the department who issued it has been suspended with immediate effect from Monday. Meanwhile, Yadav claimed the BJP has no real achievements to show the public, and it instead resorts to false cases and arrests. He alleged that the BJP was attempting to appropriate the SP's legacy by putting up its own signboards at the entrance of the Janeshwar Mishra Park -- a public space developed under the previous SP government -- and said the current administration had allowed the park to fall into neglect. On the recent political developments, Yadav reiterated his support for the PDA (Pichhda, Dalit, Alpsankhyak) alliance, stating that attempts to suppress it would only strengthen its resolve. He also accused the BJP of trying to divert attention from real issues such as inflation, unemployment, corruption, and flood devastation. Yadav alleged that instead of providing relief, the government was distributing stale food to flood victims in Prayagraj, while many areas lacked clean water, toilets, and medical facilities. Rs 20,000 crore has been spent, but homes remain submerged, he said, pointing to similar situations in Varanasi and Gorakhpur, both cities that received heavy Smart City funding. He accused the BJP leaders of illegally grabbing land in cities like Lucknow, Ayodhya, and Varanasi, including wetlands and ponds, and challenged the media to examine land registry records to expose the extent of the encroachments. Yadav also raised concerns about the alleged tampering with voter rolls under the pretext of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign in poll-bound Bihar. He said the Samajwadi Party had submitted affidavits to the Election Commission about 18,000 missing voters who had voted in 2019 but found their names deleted in 2022. Despite this, he said, no explanation or action had been taken by the commission. Calling the BJP's claims about foreign investments and economic growth hollow, Yadav said the ruling party only pays lip service to swadeshi values while embracing foreign interests in practice. They don't even understand what the economy is, he said, criticising the state and central governments for failing to address the growing economic distress in the country.
Who is IAS officer Deepak Meena? IIT alumnus who cracked UPSC in first attempt, now becomesDMof...
Deepak Meena was an IIT alumnus who prepared for the UPSC exam and cracked it on his first attempt. He was given the UP cadre where he served as DM of Meerut, Ghaziabad and now he is given the responsibility to administer Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's home district of Gorakhpur.
Video: UP men plant chicken bones in veg plate to defame Biryani restaurant
A group of men created a scene at an Uttar Pradesh biryani restaurant, alleging to have found chicken bones in one of their vegetarian plates. However, CCTV footage revealed one of them purposely planted the bones. The incident occurred on July 31 at Shastri Chowk in Gorakhpur district at a restaurant called Biryani Bay. A 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 .
DDU 2025 seat allotment result out for UG and PG courses: Check details, direct link here
DDU Seat Allotment Result 2025 Declared at ddugu.ac.in: Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDU) has announced the 2025 seat allotment results for various UG and PG courses, available on ddugu.ac.in. Students can check their results using their DDURN or Form Number. Seat allotment results for BA (Hons), B.Sc. (Maths/Bio) Hons, B.Tech, and other courses will be declared later.
Yogi Adityanath becomes UPs longest-serving CM, surpasses Govind Ballabh Pant's record
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath marks his way into the annals of history by becoming the longest-serving Chief Minister of the State. Surpassing the previous record of eight years and 127 days, held by Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant, the first Chief Minister of the State in independent India, Yogi Adityanath has completed an uninterrupted tenure of eight years, 4 months, and 10 days, reflecting the longevity and a transformative era for the State. Having provided political stability, CM Yogi's tenure reflects a governance marked by reforms, and determination. Above all, his leadership succeeded in putting a leash on criminal syndicates and organised crime in the State. A crime-ridden and chaotic Uttar Pradesh has been transformed into a New Uttar Pradesh -- where rule of law prevails but he has got to go a long way, says Prof AK Mishra, a political scientist. CM Yogi ensures admission of five-year-old within four hours of request Over the past eight years, the Yogi government guided the State towards an improved infrastructure, investment, and employment. From the establishment of AIIMS in Gorakhpur to landmark projects such as the Purvanchal Expressway, Bundelkhand Expressway, and Film City, Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a surge in development. Welfare schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, free ration distribution, Ujjwala Yojana, Kanya Sumangala, and Mission Shakti have impacted the lives for good, says a senior BJP leader. Tenure of other Chief Ministers Govind Vallabh Pant- 8 years 127 days Mayawati- 7 years 127 days (four tenures) Mulayam Singh Yadav- 6 years 274 days Sampurnanand- 5 years 345 days Akhilesh Yadav- 5 years 4 days Narayan Dutt Tiwari- 3 years 314 days Yogi orders grant of land ownership to families displaced from East Pak
Uttar Pradesh CM reviews assembly-wise action plan, road proposals in detail in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a comprehensive review meeting on Thursday with MPs, MLAs, and senior officials to discuss upcoming road infrastructure projects across all assembly constituencies in the Gorakhpur and Basti divisions, as per the official statement.
Ravi Kishan Built House On Drain: Yogi Adityanath's Swipe At BJP MP
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath pulled the leg of actor and BJP MP Ravi Kishan over building a house on top of a drain in Gorakhpur. The comment made at an event where Mr Kishan was also present drew laughter from the audience.
While administrative officers dispersed the protestors who were blocking the road and directed them back inside the centre, the recruits protested outside the administrative building, demanding addressing of their basic demands
International air travel sees 5 per cent surge in May 2025; Domestic traffic also grow
NEW DELHI: Air passenger traffic in the country continues its growth trajectory month-on-month, with a 3 per cent increase in overall passengers in May 2025 compared to May 2024. Data released by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) reveals a higher demand for international travel, with a 5% increase recorded during the same period. The Air Traffic Report for May, made public by AAI, reveals that 6.76 million passengers flew abroad compared to 6.44 million last year. They form part of the 35.38 million who travelled in May 2025, compared to 34.34 million in May 2024. Air Traffic Movements (flight arrivals and departures) recorded a 5.9 per cent increase, with 2.78 crore movements in May this year compared to 2.63 crore in May last year. A total of 67,62,343 people opted to fly abroad in May 2025, versus 64,41,392 during the same month last year. Relatively smaller airports, compared to the top five, are showing a significant surge in demand for international travel. Goa recorded a nearly 300 per cent surge in international flyers, with 26,211 passengers in May 2025 compared to May 2024. In terms of percentage, Pune followed with a high growth of 85 per cent (34,388 flyers) during the same period. Coimbatore Airport, with 28,809 flyers, registered a 48.4 per cent increase in patronage over the previous year. Mangaluru and Surat saw a 35.1 per cent increase, with 62,159 and 18,790 flyers respectively in May this year. Similarly, Kannur Airport, with 1,00,993 international flyers, and Nagpur, with 10,471 flyers, each recorded a 20.7 per cent increase over their previous figures. The boom in international travel from Bengalurus Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) continued, with 6,05,742 flyers in May this year, up by a significant 25 per cent over the same month last year. In comparison, other major airports like Mumbai (13,42,584 flyers) and Delhi (17,04,549 flyers) recorded single-digit growths of 2.6 per cent and 1.2 per cent, respectively, over their May 2024 figures. Hyderabad recorded a healthy 11.2 per cent increase with 4,52,243 flyers. Domestic front data On the domestic front as well, relatively smaller airports showed strong growth in May 2025 over May 2024. Jharsuguda recorded 40,808 flyers (a 92.2% increase), Jabalpur 46,924 flyers (90.3%), Gorakhpur 1,00,404 flyers (87.5%), Shivamogga 14,104 flyers (80.6%), Agra 22,521 flyers (77.2%), Kanpur 35,720 flyers (58%), Tirupati 1,06,200 flyers (a 53.7% increase), Rajahmundry 54,963 flyers (50.5%), Tiruchirappalli 74,343 flyers (46.5%), Kannur 46,923 flyers (49.6%), Patna 4,07,993 flyers (34.6%), and Bhuj 18,861 flyers (30.8%).
600 women trainee constables protest at UP Gorakhpur centre over CCTV, poor facilities
LUCKNOW: In a serious blow to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths repeated claims of prioritising women's safety, over 600 trainee female constables erupted in protest at the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) training centre in Bichhia, Gorakhpur, on Wednesday morning. The trainees stormed out of their barracks around 8 am, crying and shouting slogans, alleging gross mismanagement, lack of basic amenities, and most shockingly, the alleged installation of CCTV cameras near bathroom areas. The protest began merely two days after the commencement of their training on July 21 and drew the attention of senior police officers as well as human rights observers. According to sources, one of the most disturbing claims made by the visibly distressed trainees was the alleged presence of CCTV cameras in the bathroom galleries. We are being shot, one of the protesting constables said. Multiple trainees echoed the same concern, saying the cameras near the washroom areas made them feel violated and unsafe. Another constable added that officers who visited the camp on Tuesday did not take their complaints seriously. They did nothing to address the issue and instead scolded us, she alleged. The constables also complained about severe overcrowding and lack of facilities. While the centre is designed to accommodate 360 trainees, over 600 women have reportedly been housed there, resulting in crammed and suffocating conditions. There was no electricity the whole night, and no arrangement of a generator. We were awake all night. In the morning, there was no water in the washroom. Only half a litre of water was provided for drinking. The RO system is insufficient. Even the food served is of sub-standard quality, one of the protesting constables said. The trainees maintained they would not resume training until all issues were resolved. Amidst the chaos, another controversy added to the unrest. An official directive reportedly ordering pregnancy tests for unmarried female constables sparked further outrage. According to sources, a letter was issued by DIG Rohan P to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), requesting deployment of a medical team to conduct the tests as part of a general health check-up prior to training. The directive faced immediate backlash, with the trainees calling it discriminatory and invasive. Taking swift action, IG Training Chandra Prakash cancelled the DIGs order. In a new directive, he clarified that no pregnancy tests would be conducted for any female constable. Instead, pregnant trainees may submit an affidavit and be permitted to join a later training batch. Officials clarified that, as per standard police training norms, married female constables are required to undergo pregnancy tests, while unmarried ones must submit affidavits declaring they are not pregnant. Any trainee found to be pregnant is shifted to a later batch and exempted from physical training due to health considerations. However, the manner in which the initial order was issued, allegedly without proper communication or consent, attracted severe criticism from rights advocates and trainees. As the protest gained momentum, senior officials, including PAC Commandant Anand Kumar and Circle Officer Deepanshi Rathore, arrived at the centre to address the constables concerns. A dialogue was held with the protesting women inside the training centre. Following the intervention, the trainees temporarily suspended their protest and returned to the campus, but insisted on the immediate removal of all surveillance cameras from sensitive areas, especially around bathrooms. The main gate of the PAC campus has since been sealed, and no outsider is being allowed to enter.
DDU University Entrance Exam Result 2025: Check counselling date, steps to download scorecard, more
Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University announced UG and PG entrance exam results, revealing girls' dominance across most courses. Online admissions are set to commence on July 24. Entrance exams were conducted from July 4 to 20 for 44 courses, while direct admissions started on July 18 for 27 courses with fewer applicants.
Online applications for admission in BTech courses at Deen Dayal Upadhayay University, Gorakhpur, through JEE Main quota will remain open till July 18. Applications have been invited for 122 seats.
Opposition parties promoted 'one district, one mafia' policy in Uttar Pradesh: CM Adityanath
Addressing an event Gorakhpur, Yogi Adityanath questioned the critics of his government's tree plantation drive
Allahabad HC Raps Officials Over Pond Encroachment, Summons Gorakhpur SSP
The case pertains to a pond measuring 0.214 hectares, recorded in revenue records as non-cultivable submerged land
'A Celebrity Now': How Gorakhpur Teen's Plea To CM Yogi Helped Her Return To School
On July 1, Pankhuri, who had dropped out of school due to unpaid fees, approached CM Yogi Adityanath at the Gorakhnath Temple, pleading for assistance to continue her studies.
Army doc successfully delivers baby at Jhansi railway station with pocket knife, hair clip
LUCKNOW: The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Upendra Dwivedi on Monday commended Major Rohit Bachwala for going beyond the call of duty, to help a Lucknow woman in successful delivery of baby girl at footover bridge at Jhansi railway station. On July 5, Major Bachwala, a medical officer at Jhansi Military hospital, used his pocket knife, hair clip and a dhoti to conduct an immediate delivery as the pregnant woman had slumped from a wheelchair due to excruciating labour pain at the footover bridge. After the delivery, the newborn was unresponsive at birth; however, Major Bachwala successfully resuscitated the infant. The mother, later, developed complications related to the placental delivery, which he managed effectively using available protective measures and clinical judgment, stated Additional Directorate General of Public Information in a tweet. The army doctor helped the woman deliver the baby at the Virangana Laxmibai Jhansi railway station on Saturday afternoon. Major Bachwala, 31, was travelling to Hyderabad via Bengaluru on a month-long leave to reunite with his family. While waiting for his train at the railway station, he saw a pregnant woman in severe labour pain on the footover bridge. Acting quickly, Maj Bachwala used his pocket knife and improvised hair clips and a dhoti to help her deliver the baby. Railway women staff stepped in to secure the area, ensuring privacy and safety during the process. The staff also provided him with gloves. The mother and the newborn were stable post-delivery. An ambulance was arranged to transport them to a nearby hospital for further care, Major Bachwala later told the media persons. As per the sources, a woman TTE was taking the pregnant woman for medical assistance in a wheelchair. As she was brought out of lift on a footover bridge, the pregnant lady screamed in pain when the army doctor rushed towards her and with whatever resources he had helped her deliver the baby. The woman was travelling from Panvel to Barabanki with her husband and child in Panvel-Gorakhpur Express 15066. However, the womans husband sought medical assistance from Railway authorities through an SOS following which the family was deboarded at the Jhansi station. Major Rohit Bachwala, who hails from Hyderabad, is the son of a former Indian Air Force personnel. In a statement, the Jhansi division of North Central Railway said: Railways was informed about the pregnant woman passenger, who had sought medical assistance through the Rail Madad app. Promptly, the Jhansi control room was activated and a team was rushed for medical assistance. As soon as the train reached Veerangana Laxmibai Jhansi station, the female passenger was attended to by a railway medical team and railway ticket checking staff. Following the successful delivery, the women TTE staff expressed their gratitude to Major Rohit Bachwala, saying he came as an angel in the hour of need.
Gorakhpur girl returns to school after Yogi's help
A Class 7 student, forced to drop out due to financial constraints, returned to school after the Chief Minister's intervention, sparking a political debate between the ruling party and the opposition.
School Girl Drops Out After Father's Accident. How Yogi Adityanath Helped Her
The girl met Yogi Adityanath at a 'Janta Darshan' (a public grievance redressal program) in Gorakhpur on July 1 and appealed for financial support.
UP School Refuses Fee Waiver For Gorakhpur Girl Despite CM Yogis Promise
The family said the Chief Minister assured them her education would not be disrupted due to financial constraints and promised a fee waiver.
Air passenger traffic across India soars by 6.6% in opening months of fiscal 2025-26
NEW DELHI: The total passenger traffic across airports in India has grown by 6.6% in the first two months of this financial year, compared to the corresponding period last year, reveals the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Srinagar and Amritsar airports, which were closed for some weeks due to the India-Pakistan conflict following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 this year, have reported a steep decline on the patronage front. AAI data reveals that 71.14 million passengers travelled during April-May of 2025 as compared to 66.73 million in the period in 2024. International traffic soared by 8.8% in the period compared with 13.4 million travellers compared to 12.31 million earlier. Domestic traffic has recorded a 6.1% growth with 57.74 million against the previous 66.73 million. A total of 5.54 crore Air Traffic Movement Movements (Arrivals and Departures) have been recorded in April-May 2025, up by 6.5% over the same period last year, the data shows. The freight traffic too has boomed with an 8.1% increase in April and May of 2025 over the previous year by transporting 643.47 metric tonnes. Airports which have been severely impacted due to Indo-Pak tensions were on expected lines - Srinagar and Amritsar. Passenger traffic in Srinagar dipped by a whopping 67.1% in the two months. Srinagar International Airport had a patronage of just 1,61,214 flyers as compared to 4,89,561 earlier. The Sri Guru Ramdas Ji airport in Amritsar too followed suit with 1,56,288 passengers in the first two months of this fiscal as compared to 2,75,837 last year. The top three airports in passenger traffic in the country continue to be Delhi (93,89,191 flyers), Mumbai (65,68,271) and Bengaluru (64,43,050). The KIA airport in Bengaluru continues its non-stop growth trajectory by recording a 6.7% growth over its performance in April-May 2024. However, Delhi has dipped by 1.2% and Mumbai by 0.5% during the compared period. Airports which have done significantly well over their past performance in the two-month period compared in succeeding years are Bhubaneshwar (25.5% over previous period), Tirupati (49.2%), Varanasi (25.8%) Kannur (33.2%), Patna (32.1%), Agra (77.8) and Agati (42.5%), Durgapur (37%), Bhuj (48.6), Cudappah (58.8%), Dharbanga (52.2%), Dehradun (29.1%), Cooch Behar (38.4%), Dimapur (27.4%), Gorakhpur (995) and Hubballi (37.1%), Jabalpur (92.2%), Jaisalmer (86.4%), Kanpur (57%) and Kishangarh (38.9%), Rajahmundry (46.3%) Nanded (28.3%) Kurnool (34.3%) and Shivamogga (85.5%)
SAD leader Majithia sent to 14 days judicial custody in disproportionate assets case
CHANDIGARH: Senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, who is the brother-in-law of party president Sukhbir Singh Badal, was today sent to 14 days judicial custody in a disproportionate assets case by a court in Mohali. Amid tight security arrangements, Majithia was produced before the court. The police also detained several prominent SAD leaders and workers in different parts of the state in the morning to prevent them from coming towards Mohali. Speaking to the media after the court hearing, public prosecutors Ferry Sofat and Preet Inderpal Singh said Majithia has been sent to judicial custody for two weeks and will be lodged in the New Jail at Nabha. During investigations, many things have come to the fore during the remand period, Sofat said. Preet Inderpal said under the provisions of the law, if an investigating agency feels that remand is again required based on new facts emerging during the investigation, an application can be moved before the court to seek the remand. On the other hand, Arshdeep Singh Kler, counsel for Majithia, claimed the investigating agency does not have anything to back their case. The government only wants to suppress the voice of the Akali Dal. The police did not have proof in the drug case till today, and now in the disproportionate assets case, they did not find any asset. They only created media hype around the case, Kler alleged. Earlier, on July 2, a court here had extended the vigilance remand of Majithia by four more days. The next date of hearing is now set for July 19. Sources said Majithia was taken to Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday to gather evidence related to Saraya Industries. Majithia, on July 1, had moved the Punjab and Haryana High Court against the DA case, in which the next date of hearing has been fixed for July 8. He had termed it political witch-hunting and vendetta for being a vocal critic of the present government. In his petition, he sought appropriate relief against his illegal arrest and the subsequent remand granted in the FIR registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The said FIR is a result of political witch-hunting and vendetta, initiated by the present political dispensation with the sole object of maligning and harassing the petitioner, who has been a vocal critic and political opponent, the petition read. The petitioner submitted that the FIR registered against him is patently illegal, while his arrest was carried out in gross violation of settled legal procedures. The Punjab Vigilance Bureau had arrested Majithia on June 25 in a DA case allegedly involving the laundering of Rs 540 crore of drug money. In the fresh FIR registered against Majithia, the agency claimed that preliminary investigations revealed more than Rs 540 crore of drug money had been laundered through several means and that it was allegedly facilitated by Majithia. This FIR against Majithia stems from an ongoing investigation being conducted by a Punjab Police Special Investigation Team into a drug case. In 2021, Majithia was booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The action was taken on the basis of a 2018 report of the anti-drug Special Task Force. Majithia had spent more than five months in Patiala Central Jail and walked out of prison in August 2022 after the Punjab and Haryana High Court granted him bail.
President inaugurates AYUSH University in Gorakhpur; Yogi says dawn of new era in health
Gorakhpur (UP), Jul 1: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday inaugurated the Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University in Gorakhpur, in the presence of Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The university has been built at a cost of Rs 268 crore in Pipri, Bhathat in the district. The event was attended by Uttar Pradesh Minister of State for AYUSH and Food Safety (Independent Charge) Dayashankar Mishra Dayalu, local MP Ravi Kishan Shukla, and other dignitaries. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath [] The post President inaugurates AYUSH University in Gorakhpur; Yogi says dawn of new era in health appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
President inaugurates AYUSH University in Gorakhpur
Yogi Adityanath says it is the beginning of a ew era in health and culture in Uttar Pradesh
President Murmu to inaugurate Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University in Gorakhpur on July 1
Bomb threat sparks panic at 15 airports
Gorakhpur airport drew special attention due to President Droupadi Murmus scheduled visit the following day. The post Bomb threat sparks panic at 15 airports appeared first on Fusion - WeRIndia .
Akhilesh Yadav targets Adityanath Govt on land acquisition for Gorakhpur corridor
LUCKNOW, June 28: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday alleged irregularities in the acquisition of land for the heritage corridor being built in Gorakhpur, the pocket borough of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. In a press conference held at the SP headquarters, Yadav demanded that the land compensation for the heritage corridor be determined based on market value rather than consent-based agreements. He alleged that the government is forcibly getting traders and residents to sign the consent [] The post Akhilesh Yadav targets Adityanath Govt on land acquisition for Gorakhpur corridor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Madhya Pradesh farmer who sought bride from religious stage goes missing after trip to Gorakhpur
BHOPAL: A month after a viral video showed 45-year-old part-time teacher and farmer Indra Kumar Tiwari appealing for a bride from the stage of a religious event in Madhya Pradeshs Jabalpur district, he has mysteriously gone missing. Tiwari, a resident of Padwar (Khitola) village in Jabalpur, was last seen on June 2. Before leaving, he told neighbours he was travelling to Gorakhpur in eastern Uttar Pradesh and would return by June 6. When he failed to return, concerned villagers reported his disappearance, prompting the Majhouli Police Station to file a missing persons report on June 8. Police have since been trying to trace the middle-aged man, who has no close family members, complicating the investigation. Tiwaris public plea for marriage had gained attention after he spoke on stage during a religious gathering led by young preacher Swami Aniruddhacharya. According to locals, Tiwari had often expressed a desire to find a suitable match, possibly putting him on the radar of fraudsters running marriage scams. Before leaving for Gorakhpur, someone from there had met him. It is suspected he may have been lured with the promise of marriage, police sources involved in the probe said. Villagers claim that after his video went viral, unknown individuals contacted Tiwari, promising to arrange his marriage to a woman named Khushi. They reportedly asked him to bring jewellery and cash with him to Gorakhpur. Superintendent of Police Sampat Upadhyaya confirmed that Tiwari had indeed reached Gorakhpur, but disappeared shortly thereafter. Were actively investigating his disappearance. The lack of close relatives has made the case challenging, but were working on vital clues. The involvement of Looteri Dulhan (runaway bride) gangs is a possibility we are not ruling out, he said. The police continue to rely heavily on local villagers for leads, as they press on with efforts to solve the mystery of Tiwaris disappearance.
Yogi Adityanath met a young girl, Vashi, during a Janta Darshan event. He promised to help her get admission to a school. Adityanath also inaugurated the Gorakhpur Link Expressway. The expressway is a 91.35-kilometre project. It connects Gorakhpur to key districts. He said Uttar Pradesh is becoming the expressway state of India. He also mentioned previous administrations' incomplete projects.
Yogi inaugurates Gorakhpur Link Expressway, says U.P. is no longer a BIMARU State
CM says the expressway will provide world-class connectivityto Azamgarh and the adjoining Sant Kabir Nagar, Ambedkar Nagar and Gorakhpur; accuses previous govt. of failing in development
From Gorakhpur to Patliputra before lunch? PM Modis new Vande Bharat makes it happen
Narendra Modi launched the Patliputra-Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express. The train will run six days a week. It will connect eastern Uttar Pradesh and northern Bihar. The Prime Minister also flagged off an export locomotive for Guinea. This locomotive was made in Marhowra, Bihar. Additionally, he inaugurated the Vaishali-Deoria railway line.
Azamgarh got new identity under BJP govt: Adityanath
AZAMGARH (UP), June 20: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said people of Uttar Pradesh were earlier scared of taking the name of Azamgarh or identifying with the place but under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it has become the fortress of indomitable courage. Azamgarh had to earlier beg for its identity but now the situation has changed, he said while speaking at the inauguration of the Gorakhpur Link Expressway. Uttar Pradesh is making its identity from [] The post Azamgarh got new identity under BJP govt: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP has become land of expressways from bimaru state: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Gorakhpur Link Expressway in Azamgarh, emphasizing the state's transformation from a 'bimaru' state to one with extensive expressways. He credited the BJP government for working towards a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047 and highlighted the improved connectivity and development in Azamgarh, contrasting it with the previous government's shortcomings.
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated development projects in Bihar, including flagging off a locomotive for export to Guinea under the 'Make in India' initiative and launching the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra and Gorakhpur.
PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation stones for projects worth over Rs 5,900 crore in Bihar's Siwan
SIWAN : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched 28 development projects worth more than Rs 5,900 crore in Bihar's Siwan district. Modi inaugurated the new Vaishali Deoria railway line project, built at a cost of over Rs 400 crore, and flagged off a new train service on this route. Additionally, in a major boost to connectivity in north Bihar, Modi also flagged off the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra (Patna) and Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah. Further promoting the 'Make in India, Make for the World' initiative, Modi flagged off a state-of-the-art locomotive built at Marhowra plant for export to the Republic of Guinea. The locomotive is equipped with high-horsepower engines, advanced AC propulsion systems, microprocessor-based controls, ergonomic cab designs, and regenerative braking. In line with his commitment to conservation and rejuvenation of the Ganga, the PM inaugurated six Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) under the Namami Gange project, worth over Rs 1,800 crore. He also laid the foundation stone for additional water supply, sanitation and STP projects across Bihar, totaling Rs 3,000 crore. In a major thrust to the energy sector, the PM laid the foundation stone for a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) across 15 grid substations in the state, including those in Muzaffarpur, Motihari, Bettiah, and Siwan. With each substation to house 20-80 MWh capacity batteries, the system is expected to help discoms reduce peak-hour electricity costs and enhance supply reliability. These units will save the distribution companies from buying electricity at expensive rates by feeding the already-stored electricity back to the grid, benefiting the consumers, an official said. Modi also handed over the first instalment to more than 53,600 beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Urban (PMAY-U) and marked the Grih Pravesh ceremony for over 6,600 completed houses by handing over keys to select beneficiaries. Earlier in the day, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister, Samrat Choudhary, in a post on X wrote, Today the people of Bihar are eagerly waiting for Modi ji, from energy to railways, from housing to export.He (the PM) is bringing many gifts for the people of the state during his 51st visit to Bihar today. Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy CMs Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, Union ministers and several officials were present on the occasion.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Gorakhpur Link Expressway, enhancing connectivity in the state. The expressway spans from Jaitpur in Gorakhpur to Salarpur in Azamgarh, linking to the Purvanchal Expressway. This four-lane access-controlled expressway, costing Rs 7,283.28 crore, reduces travel time significantly, offering a faster route to Lucknow, Delhi and Agra.
PM Modi inaugurates Rs 5,735 crore worth development projects in Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth Rs 9,518 crore in Bihar, encompassing water, rail, and power sectors. During his visit to Siwan, he launched 32 projects, including urban development schemes and road projects. Modi also flagged off a new Vande Bharat train connecting Pataliputra and Gorakhpur, and laid the foundation for Amrit Bharat and Namami Gange projects.
PATNA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of various infrastructure and development projects worth Rs 5,700 crore in Bihars Siwan district on Friday. This marks his second visit to the poll-bound state in under a month and his fifth since January this year. Modis visit is expected to further energise the political atmosphere in Bihar, where state assembly elections are scheduled for October-November. During his visit, he will also flag off a Vande Bharat Express train connecting Patliputra railway station in the state capital to Gorakhpur in neighbouring Uttar Pradesh. Siwan, once regarded as the stronghold of late RJD MP and strongman Mohammad Shahabuddin, will witness several key unveilings during the Prime Ministers visit. Notably, PM Modi will flag off the first locomotive manufactured for export to Guinea in West Africa, produced at the diesel locomotive factory in Marhowrah, Saran district. This marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time Indian Railways is exporting a locomotive, rather than sending aid under a line of credit as done previously with countries such as Bangladesh and Mozambique. In a major push for railway infrastructure, Modi will also inaugurate the VaishaliDeoria railway line project, constructed at a cost of Rs 400 crore. A new train service on this route will also be flagged off. Other major projects to be launched during the visit include: Bettiah power supply project worth Rs 69 crore Chhapra water supply project worth Rs19 crore Buxar water supply project worth Rs 156 crore Motihari sewerage management project worth Rs 400 crore Buxar sewerage management project worth Rs 256 crore Continuing the government's commitment to Housing for All, the Prime Minister will release the first instalment of financial assistance to over 53,500 beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Urban (PMAY-U). Additionally, he will hand over keys to selected beneficiaries of 6,600 newly completed homes, marking their Grih Pravesh (housewarming). Meanwhile, the Election Commission is expected to visit Bihar later this month to assess on-ground conditions, including the impact of recurrent flooding in several districts. The assembly elections are likely to be held in two to three phases.
The Vande Bharat Express train will run six days a week except Saturday. It will depart from Gorakhpur at 05.40 am and take 7 hours to reach its final destination.
Modi to announce bonanzas during poll-bound Bihar visit
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modis scheduled visit to Bihar on June 20 to attend a railway function followed by a public rally in Siwan holds political significance. Considered a stronghold of the RJD, Siwan is home to a sizeable Muslim and Yadav voter base demographics the BJP aims to influence ahead of assembly elections due in October-November. Siwan and adjoining districts of Gopalganj and Chhapra are politically critical for the NDA. Modis address is expected to target RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, especially after a controversy erupted over placement of Dr BR Ambedkars picture near his feet. Narendra Modi will not miss the chance to target RJD over the issue, in a bid to polarise Dalit votes in favour of the NDA across Siwan, which has a 45% Dalit population, said political observer RK Verma. He added that the PM will highlight the double engine governments commitment to development and accused the Opposition of playing politics over Dalit issues. There is also a strong chance of the PM speaking on the caste census, for which his government issued a notification a few days ago, an NDA leader said. PM may highlight how the new Waqf law is designed to benefit economically weaker Muslim women and families, particularly from the Pasmanda community, he said. The PM will flag off a Vande Bharat train from Patliputra to Gorakhpur. He is scheduled to inaugurate and lay foundation stone for projects worth `9,519 crore in Siwan. The PMs rally will highlight our developmental agenda, countering the Oppositions fake narrative, a senior NDA leader, wishing not to be named. As Siwan is the birthplace of Indias first President, Dr Rajendra Prasad, the PM is likely to use this historical connection to strike an emotional chord with the public.
Honeymoon murder case: Meghalaya cops back in Indore to speed up probe as new angle emerges
BHOPAL: A week after making a series of arrests in connection with the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case, the special investigation team (SIT) of the Meghalaya Police has returned to Indore again to further probe the May 23 honeymoon killing. A three-member team headed by a deputy SP and also including two sub-inspectors has been in Indore since Tuesday to gather more evidence and record statements of more people to strengthen its probe into the Indore transporter Raja Raghuvanshis May 23 murder. Prior to this, police teams from the north-eastern state had arrested four men, including the murders mastermind Raj Kushwaha and his three henchmen Akash, Anand and Vishal, and taken them on transit remand from Indore to Meghalaya on June 10. Those four accused, besides Rajas widow Sonam Raghuvanshi (identified as the principal conspirator in the case), are currently being grilled by police in Meghalaya. According to informed sources, the SIT team from Meghalaya visited multiple spots in Indore on Tuesday and Wednesday including a rented flat in Dewas Naka area, where Sonam was in hiding between May 30 and June 7, a restaurant in Super Corridor area where the murder plot was allegedly hatched and the houses of Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshis families. The cops from Meghalaya are also believed to have visited the offices and godown of Sonams family business in eastern Indore and gathered crucial evidence. The visiting Meghalaya police team has also questioned and recorded statements of key members of both Raja and Sonams families, including Rajas brothers and Sonams brother Govind. Meghalaya honeymoon murder case: Ghazipur girl claims she travelled with accused Sonam in a bus to Gorakhpur Sonam's telephone calls: New angle in the case The visit by the police team from the northeastern state assumes significance after the Meghalaya DGP Idashisha Nongrang said on Monday that the investigators probing the murder of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi in Sohra (Cherrapunjee) were not treating the love triangle as the only motive, but are also looking into various other angles. We are investigating whether there is anything more to this case, the DGP had said. Amid the ongoing investigations, a novel development related to Sonams telephonic conversations over the last few months has come to the fore. As per informed sources, Sonam had talked over 100 times with someone on a mobile phone number registered in the name of Sanjay Verma. The conversations took place 100-120 times in less than a month in March-April. Though that telephone number is registered in Sanjay Vermas name, the possibility of the number being used by Raj Kushwaha to connect with Sonam cannot be ruled out, a source added. One of the initial clues which guided the SIT to Sonam and Raj was the long telephonic conversations between the two of them, particularly between May 15 and May 17. This latest telephonic conversation between Sonam and someone talking through a phone number registered in Sanjay Vermas name may well throw a new angle in the case. With the Meghalaya DGP maintaining that the probe is covering all possible angles, it also remains to be seen whether the investigators zero down upon the suspected hawala transactions linked to Sonams family business and use of benami accounts, particularly bank accounts held in her cousin Jitendra Raghuvanshis name, for major money transactions. Sonam and Raj along with three henchmen were arrested from MP and UP on June 8 and 9 in connection with Raja Raghuvanshis killing near a waterfall in Sohra (Cherrapunjee) on May 23, just 12 days after Sonam and Rajas marriage in Indore. The 29-year-old Rajas body was found in a gorge on June 2. Meghalaya honeymoon murder: Was money from benami account used to fund Raja Raghuvanshi's killers?
UP govt to use Swiss-tech on expressways
Uttar Pradesh is set to enhance expressway ride quality using Swiss technology, following successful trials on the Gorakhpur Link Expressway. The state government will deploy AI-based systems developed by ETH Zurich on major expressways like Ganga, Bundelkhand, and Purvanchal. High-precision sensors in vehicles will assess and improve riding comfort across all lanes, ensuring safe and smooth road infrastructure.
BHOPAL/ LUCKNOW: Ujala Yadav, a young student in Holipur (Inamipur) village in Ghazipur districts Saidpur area, has claimed that she met Raja Raghuvanshis wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi, outside the Varanasi railway station and later at the bus terminal in Varanasi on May 8 night. Raja's wife, Sonam, now in Meghalaya police custody, had surrendered in Uttar Pradeshs Ghazipur, after remaining in hiding for 17 days. Ujala recalled that Sonam was accompanied by two young men outside the Varanasi railway station, where she came across her and enquired about the next train to Gorakhpur. It was around 10 pm that she enquired about the train to Gorakhpur, I told her that it was at 3 am, so she could even take a bus to Gorakhpur from the nearby inter-state bus terminal (ISBT), claimed Ujala. She further said how Sonam came and enquired about the bus to Gorakhpur at platform no. 7 while she was waiting for a bus to travel to Ghazipur. One of my close relatives had died, owing to which I had come down from Lucknow to travel to Ghazipur. When I reached the interstate bus terminal (ISBT) close to the Varanasi railway station, she (Sonam) also came there, she said. Both of them boarded the same bus to Gorakhpur via Ghazipur. Ujala recalled that Sonam had covered her face with a scarf and was wearing a T-shirt. She was seated adjacent to my seat. During the journey, she asked a male passenger seated next to her to lend his phone to make a call to someone, but he refused to oblige, Ujala said. Meghalaya honeymoon murder case: Sonam Raghuvanshi confesses to involvement in husband's murder That male passenger subsequently changed the seat, after which she (Sonam) shifted to my side, she added. Ujala spoke about how Sonam borrowed her phone, typed a number and later deleted it from the call list, before returning the phone to her. Sonam also requested her not to surf social media and watch the reports on the honeymoon case after realising that Ujala was reading reports on the case on social media. Throughout that short journey of around an hour and a half, she kept on asking how soon she could reach Gorakhpur. I saw her face for a few seconds, when she took water from my bottle and sprinkled it on her face after removing the scarf, said Ujala. Ujala got down near her village in Ghazipurs Saidpur area and Sonam went ahead on the journey to Gorakhpur. In the morning when I saw the TV channels, I saw the news about Raja Raghuvanshis missing wife Sonam Raghuvanshi resurfacing after 17 days at a dhaba in Nandganj in my native Ghazipur district, she said. That dhaba is around 10-15 km from my village. I immediately recognized her and figured she might have stepped down near the dhaba in the Nandganj area, she added. Ujala contacted Raja Raghuvanshis family in Indore and informed his brother Sachin Raghuvanshi, about the incident. Sachin Raghuvanshi sent pictures of four suspects (all young men), but it didnt match with those two youths who were present with her outside the Varanasi railway station on the night of May 8, said Ujala. Meghalaya honeymoon case: Husband murdered, wife arrested, family calls her innocent Ujala subsequently reported the incident to the Nandganj police station in Ghazipur district. Now the Meghalaya police are also in touch with me and Ive assured them of full cooperation, Ujala said. Importantly, the TNIE had reported on June 11 about the possibility of Sonam having boarded a bus to Gorakhpur from ISBT in Varanasi on June8 night and then deboarded the bus in Nandganj in Ghazipur district (around 65 km from Varanasi). The TNIE report had also mentioned that one of the fellow passengers in the bus having seen and interacted with her. Three days later, the young college student in Saidpur (Ghazipur) Ujala Yadav has made claims which are on the same lines, as was mentioned in the June 11 TNIE report. Sonam was traced after 17 days at the roadside dhaba in Ankushpur village in Ghazipur district of eastern UP at around 1.15 am on June 9 and borrowed the dhaba owner Sahil Yadavs phone to make a call to her elder brother Govind, who was searching for her in Meghalaya. He had subsequently informed the incident to cops in Meghalaya and Indore after which the Nandganj police rushed to the concerned dhaba and took Sonam to a one-stop center in Ghazipur city. Sonam had resurfaced at Nandganj (Ghazipur) on the intervening night of June 8-9, just a few hours after her alleged lover and family businesss employee Raj Kushwah and three henchmen were arrested from MP and UP in a joint operation by Meghalaya and Madhya Pradesh police. Sources in Indore police have told TNIE that while Raja and henchmen were being questioned, they had told Sonam will resurface in the next few hours. The north-eastern states East Khasi Hills district police superintendent Vivek Syiel told journalists in Shillong on June 12 that after getting husband Raja killed on May 23 by the three henchmen, Sonam had returned to Indore via bus, taxi and train on May 26 after travelling through five states and stayed in hiding in her home city till June 8. On June 8, she left by road in a vehicle arranged by her alleged lover Raj Kushwah to go to Siliguri, where according to their plan, she wouldve re-surfaced and then narrated the story of having been kidnapped in Meghalaya, police said. When the first arrest in the case, Akash Rajput, was made by plain-clothed cops in UPs Lalitpur district on June 8 evening, Raj (who wasnt nabbed by then) came to know from a local contact in Lalitpur about Akash having been abducted by unidentified men. Sensing something wrong, he immediately rang Sonam who was on way to Siliguri and asked her to re-surface as soon as possible and narrate the concocted kidnapping story, the East Khasi Hills district SP said. Was Sonam planning to go to Nepal? Both Gorakhpur in eastern UP and Siliguri in West Bengal are common transit points to Nepal. The distance from Gorakhpur to Sunauli-Bhairawa Indo-Nepal border is around 95 km (around 2 hours drive), while the distance between Siliguri and Indo-Nepal border at Kakarbhitta is just around 36 km. Criminals from India have often used Nepal to go underground, taking into account this latest claim by the Ghazipur (UP) girl about Sonam being in a hurry to go to Gorakhpur on June 8 night, possibility of Sonam also trying to escape from Gorakhpur or even Siliguri to Nepal cannot be totally ruled out, a source in MP police who was part of the June 8-9 joint operation by MP and Meghalaya police told this newspaper. Importantly, after talking to Sonam over phone on June 8-9 intervening night, her brother Govind Raghuvanshi too had come down to Ghazipur via Gorakhpur only.
UP Police busts racket smuggling liquor into Bihar in milk tanker
Mau (UP): Two people were arrested for using a milk tanker with a concealed compartment to illegally transport alcohol from Uttar Pradesh to Bihar, a dry state, police said. Mau police intercepted the consignment, worth more than Rs 10 lakh, on Friday near the Gorakhpur-Varanasi highway during a special checking drive, they said. Inside what appeared to be an ordinary milk tanker, police found 173 cartons of country-made liquor and eight cartons of whisky pouches, officials said. Mau in eastern Uttar Pradesh is located close to Bihar, where assembly polls are due later this year. Speaking at a press conference, SP Elamaran G said, This is a major breakthrough for the Mau police. The liquor was hidden inside a modified compartment in a milk tanker. Our FSO team and Kotwali police acted swiftly on a tip-off and seized liquor worth more than Rs 10 lakh near Harua. She added that the liquor was picked up from Ghazipur and was being smuggled into Bihar, a state where alcohol is prohibited. When we scanned the barcodes on the pouches, we traced the origin to shops in Ghazipur, the SP said. From the outside, the tanker looked like it was carrying milk or other dairy items, but the internal structure had a hidden chamber designed to transport liquor. Two men from Bihar's Buxar district, who were accompanying the consignment, were arrested on the spot. The vehicle's driver managed to flee and is currently being traced, police said.
UP BJPs wait for a new state chief continues
LUCKNOW: Even after five months past the partys expected timeline, the wait for the new president of the Uttar Pradesh unit of the ruling BJP continues. The delay is a hot topic in the political corridors of the state. Experts feel that the BJP is taking time to pick a leader who can lead the party not only through the upcoming panchayat elections but also the significant 2027 battle. A section of leaders believes that the state will get a new chief only after the election of a new national BJP president. The term of the current UP BJP chief, Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary, a Jat leader from western UP ended in January 2023, concurrent with BJP national president JP Naddas term. Chaudhary was appointed UP BJP chief on August 29, 2022. At the time, he was the Panchayati Raj Minister in Yogi Adityanaths cabinet. The appointment was seen as an attempt to reach out to the influential Jat community, which had spearheaded the year-long farmers protest ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. While CM Yogi Adityanath hails from eastern UP, the party then sought regional balance by appointing Chaudhary. Incidentally, since Naddas term has been extended, Chaudharys term has also been extended. Notably, organisational elections at the lower levels have been completed in the state. On March 16, new district presidents were appointed in 70 of the 98 districts as per the partys configuration. Since then, however, no step has been taken to elect a new state chief. Although deliberations on appointing a new UP BJP chief began in January, and National General Secretary BL Santosh had said a new state president would be announced by January 15, party workers had expected a final decision by thenor at least by January 30. Five months have passed, yet theres still no development or indication from the party regarding the impending election. In the absence of concrete steps, speculation abounds over probable names for the post. OBC leaders like Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh, Animal Husbandry Minister Dharampal Singh, Rajya Sabha member Baburam Nishad, and MLC Ashok Kataria are in the race. From the Scheduled Castes category, former minister Ram Shankar Katheria and MLC Vidyasagar Sonkar are being discussed. A few Brahmin community names, former Basti MP Harish Dwivedi, Rajya Sabha member Dr. Dinesh Sharma, MLA Srikant Sharma, and Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay are also prominent in discussions. Political experts note that the BJP, known for its strategic planning, faces the crucial challenge of the upcoming panchayat elections. The appointment of the state president will be made with that in mind. The party is busy understanding the mathematics of the panchayat polls, says Prof. A.K. Mishra, a prominent political scientist. Party insiders say the delay in announcing a new state chief is also hindering changes in the regional presidencies, four out of the six regions (Awadh, Kashi, Braj, West Gorakhpur, and Kanpur). Complaints against one or two regional presidents have surfaced. These leaders are uncertain about their political futures and are conducting party programs and campaigns half-heartedly. Their entire focus is on either becoming regional president again or finding a spot in the new state team, says a senior BJP leader. Moreover, regional presidents have not been allowed to form their own teams, having to work with 2021s team. Insiders say central leadership received complaints about irregularities in forming regional and district teams, leading to an unofficial ban on announcing executive committees. At the same time, the state presidents of BJPs Mahila Morcha, Yuva Morcha, OBC Morcha, Kisan Morcha, SC Morcha, ST Morcha, and Minority Morcha have been working for about four years, no changes were made during Chaudharys tenure. Once a new BJP state president is appointed, the state presidents of all morchas will also be replaced.
Meghalaya honeymoon murder case: Where was Sonam for 17 days after Rajas killing?
With Meghalaya police linking the May23 honeymoon murder of Raja Raghuvanshi to his wife Sonam and four others, the milliondollar question remains, where was Sonam for the 17 days after her husband was killed? According to sources, investigators are pursuing information indicating that Sonam may have returned to her hometown of Indore on May25, two days after the killing, before possibly leaving by road for Varanasi in eastern UP. It is believed that upon returning to Indore, she met alleged accomplice Raj Kushwah (an accountant in her fathers furniture business), who then hid her in a rented room near Dewas Naka. Two days later, she was allegedly sent by Raj perhaps via Taxi to Varanasi. Afterward, she disappeared until resurfacing in eastern UPs Nandganj (Ghazipur) around 1:15am on June89. Another theory under investigation is that Sonam boarded a bus from Varanasi ISBT bound for Gorakhpur on June8, but deboarded after approximately 65km at a dhaba near Nandganj when she learned of Raj Kushwah and three others being arrested in Indore that night. Eyewitnesses say they saw her at Varanasi ISBT speaking with two young men before boarding the bus. If the second possibility is accurate, why was she heading to Gorakhpur? In the past, people in hiding used that route to escape into Nepal. Were verifying all these leads, including information gathered from the initial questioning of the four male suspects and Sonam, offical sources said. Meghalaya honeymoon murder: Sonam's alleged affair could be motive behind killing, says police; lover among four held Further investigation has revealed that Raj Kushwah provided Rs50,000 and two cell phones (one keypad, one Android) to his three henchmen, Vishal, Akash, and Anand before they traveled from Delhi to Meghalaya via the Rajdhani Express. According to a senior officer, the keypad phone updated Raj on their progress, while the Android phone received live location and photos from Sonam as they tailed the couple from Guwahati to Rajas death between May2023. Assistant Commissioner Poonam Chand Yadav, part of the joint IndoreMeghalaya investigation team, said, Vishal has confessed to attacking Raja from behind on the head on May23. Our searches in Vishals Indore home recovered key evidence, including the clothes worn during the assault. A nearby open ground in Kailash Nagar was also searched, recovering SIM cards and other possible evidence. Notably, Vishal, Akash, and Anand were allchildhood friends of Raj Kushwah. Digital payment records show that Sonam was making transactions on Raj Kushwahs account throughout their North-East trip. Meanwhile, the Meghalaya police team in Indore has transferred Raj Kushwah and his three accomplices by flight, along with the lone female suspect, to Meghalaya for further questioning.
UP man kills himself on Bakrid as an offering to God
LUCKNOW: In a tragic incident, a Muslim man from Udhopur village in Deoria district of eastern UP allegedly died by suicide claiming he was offering himself as a sacrifice to the Almighty. The victim identified as Ish Mohammad, 60, reportedly slit his throat with a knife on the occasion of Bakrid on Saturday. Hearing him groaning, the family members rushed to him, finding him lying in a pool of blood. He was immediately rushed to Gorakhpur Medical College, where he died during the treatment. According to the relatives, Mohammed is said to have written a note to the village Pradhanstating the goats he reared and nurtured like kids have been sacrificed on Bakrid. So I hereby sacrifice myself and offer to Allah Rasool, he wrote. I am offering myself to Allah Rasool. No one has killed me. Bury me with patience. He also mentioned the exact location where he wished to be buried. Ish Mohammad is survived by his wife and three sons. While two of his sons live with the family in Udhopur, the youngest is employed at a hotel in Mumbai. (If you are having suicidal thoughts, or are worried about a friend or need emotional support, someone is always there to listen. Call Sneha Foundation - 04424640050, Tele Manas - 14416 (available 24x7) or iCall, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences' helpline - 02225521111, which is available Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm.)
Ghaziabad Police receives death threat call aimed at Delhi CM; callers location traced to Gorakhpur
The officer said the Delhi police and the Ghaziabad police are collaborating to apprehend the accused.
'Give special attention to cleanliness': Yogi Adityanath instructs Gorakhpur corporators
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assured Gorakhpur residents that the city would not be divided during the rainy season, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness. He urged everyone to plant trees to combat climate change and rejuvenate rivers. Adityanath also highlighted infrastructure developments, including four-lane roads and the upcoming AYUSH university, alongside improvements in waste management and recreational facilities.
