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He Broke Into Homes To Hit Sleeping Women On Head. Cops Explain Why

A 30-year-old man, who was arrested for allegedly breaking into homes at night and hitting sleeping women on the head in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur, has told police that he held a grudge against women.

Man involved in attacks on women held in Gorakhpur

UP Cops Arrest Man Who Broke Into Homes To Hit Sleeping Women On Head

Police in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur have arrested a young man for allegedly breaking into homes at night and hitting sleeping women on the head.

Man stabbed to death in UP's Deoria

DEORIA: A 28-year-old man was stabbed to death in Uttar Pradesh's Deoria district, police said on Sunday. The incident took place around 10 pm on Saturday when Vishal Singh from Holi Ballia village had gone out of the village for some work, Superintendent of Police (SP) Sankalp Sharma said. An unidentified person attacked Singh with a knife near Deoria-Karahkol road, Sharma said. He was taken to the community health centre by locals, but when his condition became critical, he was sent to Maharishi Devraha Baba Medical College, Deoria, the SP said. However, when there was no improvement in his condition, he was referred to BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur, where he died, the officer said. According to Sharma, they have not received any complaint from the victim's family yet, following which a case can be registered and an investigation can be launched. The SP inspected the spot and as a precaution, police force from several police stations have been deployed in the area.

Gorakhpur cyber fraud: Paan masala owner impersonated, 2.7cr scammed

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Delhi on Thursday morning recorded a severe AQI of 423, continuing the trend from the previous day. The Central Pollution Control Board said the AQI has worsened due to dense fog. Around 30 of the 36 AQI monitoring stations saw severe category in the past one day.Anand Vihar, one of the worst hit areas, recorded an AQI of 473 at 5am on Thursday, according to CPCB data. This year, the running average for PM10 was recorded at 193.25 micrograms per cubic metre. This is worse than 184.25 micrograms per cubic metre in 2023.The average PM2.5 level has also surged to 88.22 micrograms per cubic metre this year compared to 82.75 micrograms per cubic metre the previous year. If the Air Quality Index continues to deteriorate, the Commission of Air Quality Management could implement Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage III. This could result is shutting schools for up to Class 5 student and banning construction activities. GRAP Stage II was enforced on October 22 when the AQI began to worsen for the first time. GRAP Stage III is usually implemented when the AQI continues to be in severe plus category, which is above 450. Punjab's Amritsar and Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur have also reported zero visibility. IndiGo had posted on X, urging flyers to track their flight status as some services could be delayed due to fog in Amritsar, Varanasi and Delhi. Chandigarh saw an AQI of 415 in the severe category. Ghaziabad recorded an AQI of 378 while Noida witnessed its air quality dipping to 372 and Gurugram 323, all in the very poor category. An AQI of 0-50 comes in the 'good' category, 51-100 'satisfactory', 101-200 'moderate', 201-300 'poor', 301-400 'very poor', 401-450 'severe' and above 450 'severe plus'.

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Govt will cover medical expenses of needy: UP CM Yogi Adityanath at Janata Darshan in Gorakhpur

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath pledged financial support for individuals seeking treatment for serious illnesses at top hospitals. During a 'Janata Darshan' program in Gorakhpur, he assured citizens that the government would cover medical expenses, emphasizing the swift resolution of public grievances and the provision of Ayushman cards to those in need.

Congress joins BJP-SP poster war in Gorakhpur, accuses BJP of divisive politics

PRD jawan beaten to death with iron rod in UP's Kushinagar

GORAKHPUR: A 58-year-old Prantiya Raksha Dal (PRD) jawan was beaten to death with an iron road while on duty in Kushinagar district of Uttar Pradesh, police said on Sunday. They said it happened on Saturday night within 100 metres from the Chitoni police outpost and identified the victim as Ramakant Tiwari. According to police, attacker Vipin Verma, who suffers from a mental illness and had some argument with the victim, rained down blow after blow on Tiwari's head with the rod. Police arrested Verma from the spot and sent Tiwari's body for post-mortem examination. Tiwari, who was from Kardah Tiwari Tola in the Khadda police area, was stationed at Chitoni Bazaar with constable Anand Tiwari and another PRD jawan, they said. According to police, the fellow PRD jawan tried to save Tiwari's life but was chased away by Verma. He then alerted the police and Tiwari's family. PRD personnel are deployed on security duty at police stations, fairs, and traffic operations and also assist police in various tasks.

PRD officer beaten to death with iron rod by mentally unstable man in Uttar Pradesh

A PRD officer, Ramakant Tiwari, was tragically killed in Gorakhpur after being attacked by a mentally unstable man. Tiwari, stationed at Chitoni Bazaar, was struck repeatedly with an iron rod by Vipin Verma. Despite attempts to intervene, Tiwari succumbed to his injuries. Verma was apprehended at the scene and the weapon was seized by authorities.

Worker charred to death as massive fire engulfs factory in Bengaluru

BENGALURU: A 25-year-old man was charred to death when a massive fire broke out at Sri Ram and Co. wood factory in Attibele Industrial Area on the Hosur-Bengaluru Main Road early on Saturday morning. The deceased has been identified as Govind Kumar of Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh. He was reportedly sleeping inside the factory at the time of the incident. Around 25 labourers work in the factory and stay in sheds. After the fire broke out, all of them came out, except Kumar. His body was found near a wood pressing machine. Factory owner Harshad Patel told the police that the fire was noticed around 3.30 am. The fire department received the call to their control room at 3.52 am. Fire stations at Sarjapur and Anekal, including others in the vicinity, were immediately alerted and more than six fire tenders were rushed to the spot. The fire was brought under control after about five hours. Timber stacks, machines and other materials were completely gutted in the incident. The flames were contained before they could spread to the adjacent food factory. The fire was brought under control after about five hours. Local water tankers were also used to douse the fire. The exact reasons for the fire are not known yet. An electrical short circuit is being suspected. The loss is estimated at around Rs 5 crore. The owner has stated that there were no lapses from his side and they have all the required permission. The company is into manufacturing and supplying bentwood furniture, an officer said. A case of causing death by negligence under Section 106 of the BNS has been registered. No arrests have been made. The Attibele police of the Bengaluru district police have registered a case. The fire broke out at the wood factory in Attibele Industrial Area on the Hosur-Bengaluru Main Road at 3.30 am on Saturday

Three arrested for gang-rape in Hyderabad

Three men were arrested near Bio-Diversity Park in Hyderabad on Wednesday, November 6, for the gang rape of a 50-year-old woman in Madhura Nagar on the night of November 4. The accusedChandu Chauhan (24), Ajay Kumar (25), and Mohd Arif (35)are natives of Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, and work as painters and construction laborers in the city. According to the police, the victim, a laborer from the Lambada tribe, was targeted by the accused, who had been stalking her for days. On the night of the incident, they offered her Rs 500 to wash their clothes and took her to their residence in an auto. Once there, they beat and sexually assaulted her. The victims screams were heard by a neighbor, who alerted others and helped rescue her. The accused fled the scene when they heard footsteps approaching. The police registered a case of wrongful confinement, attempt to murder, and gang rape against the three men. The Madhura Nagar police arrested the accused within a day of receiving the complaint. The men were presented before the court and remanded to judicial custody, according to a statement from the assistant commissioner of police, Panjagutta division, West Zone, Hyderabad.

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Cops Arrest One for Spurious Chilli Powder

Hyderabad : The central zone task force arrested Rooparam Khatri, 39, for adulterating chilli powder and seized material worth Rs.4 lakh from his house at Osmangunj. He was found mixing low-grade red chilli power, artificial colour and oil and packing it in the name of a well-known brand, task force DCP Y.V.S. Sudheendra said. Drugs Worth Several Crores Destroyed Hyderabad : The state excise cops on Tuesday destroyed Rs.11.61 crore worth narcotics, weighing 7,951 kg that was seized in 703 cases in October in all ten zones of the state. The drugs were being smuggled from the Andhra Orissa Border to the city, Bengaluru, Goa and elsewhere, according to V.B. Kamalasan Reddy, director of enforcement, prohibition and excise. The excise cops are expected to destroy another lot of drugs worth Rs.75 crore. Cops Recover Over 50K Mobile Devices Hyderabad : The Telangana police have recovered 50,788 mobile devices from April 20, 2023, to November 3, 2024, using the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal. This is the second best performance said CID Director-General Shikha Goel, who serves as the state nodal officer for the CEIR portal. The CEIR system is now operational across all 780 police stations in the state, GOEL said. The police had cracked the 50,000-phone recovery mark on October 29. Telangana currently recovers an average of 91 mobile devices per day, up from 87 per day in July 2024, she said. Three Arrested on Gangrape Charges Hyderabad: Three men gangraped a 50-year-old woman at their room in Omnagar, Madhuranagar police said on Tuesday. The trio had spotted the victim waiting at the Hitec City bus stand at about 9 pm on Monday, seeking help. The trio offered to find her a job and coaxed the victim to go with them in an autorickshaw, promising to take her to an employer. However, they took her to their room where they assaulted her. The accused, said to be painters from Gorakhpur, UP, threatened to kill the victim if she reported the incident to police. However the victim lodged a complaint early on Tuesday with the Madhuranagar police. The police have formed three teams to investigate the case, said Madhuranagar inspector G. Srinivas Varma. Police were checking CCTV cameras in the area. Madhuranagar police were working with the Afzalgunj and railway police to cover bus and railway station. It is reported that two persons have been taken into custody for questioning. Man Arrested for Selling Ganja Hyderabad: The Kukatpally police arrested a 51-year-old man for allegedly selling ganja at a bus stop located near a junior college, 5 pm on Monday. He was carrying 2.3 kgs of ganja, which the police seized. Police said he was jailed for eight months in a similar case in the Jeedimetla police limits, and was released three months back. Place of Worship Desecrated Hyderabad: One person was reportedly taken into custody for desecrating a place of worship within the RGIA police limits. According to the Shamshabad ACP, the incident occurred late on Monday night and was discovered early on Tuesday morning. Security was tightened at the Airport Colony, where the place of worship is situated. Political party representatives reached the site to protest the desecration. Another Statue of Bapu Vandalised Hyderabad: Days after a Mahatma Gandhi statue was desecrated in Bowenpally on Diwali night, another statue of the father of the nation was found damaged in Pragathinagar at 2.30 am on Monday, KPHB police said. According to Kukatpally ACP K. Sreenivasa Rao, the miscreants are yet to be identified. The statue which located near the Pragathinagar lake. The damage was noticed by morning walkers. We suspect the drunkards who hang out in that area might be behind this act. We have registered a case, the ACP said. The official said that there were CCTV cameras in the area but could not capture clear images of the vandals. Pictures of the damaged statue were circulated on social media platforms and the incident drew widespread criticism.

AIIMS Patna Executive Director Dr Gopal removed from position over misuse allegations

PATNA: The axe has finally fallen on Dr Gopal Krushna Pal, Executive Director of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Patna, who has been removed from his post following allegations of abusing his official position to obtain an OBC non-creamy layer certificate for his son to facilitate his admission. The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare issued an order removing Dr Pal from his position with immediate effect. Dr Saurabh Varshney, the Executive Director of AIIMS Deoghar, has been appointed to look after the affairs of AIIMS Patna as the acting Executive Director on a temporary basis. The order, issued by Arun Kumar Biswas, an Undersecretary at the Union Health Ministry on Monday, stated: Dr Varshney will hold additional charge as Executive Director with immediate effect for three months or until the appointment of a regular Executive Director or until further order, whichever is earliest. The development follows a recommendation by a three-member inquiry committee, led by Manashvi Kumar Singh, Joint Secretary in the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, which advised that Dr Pal be relieved of his responsibilities immediately. The inquiry revealed that Dr Pal misused and abused his official position to secure an OBC (Other Backward Classes) non-creamy layer certificate for his son, Dr Auroprakash Pal, to facilitate his admission to the postgraduate Doctor of Medicine course in Microbiology at AIIMS Gorakhpur. Sources indicate that Dr Pal had previously held the additional charge as Executive Director of AIIMS Gorakhpur for nine months. He was divested of all responsibilities on 27 September, the day the inquiry committee submitted its report to the Union Government. The committee's report disclosed that Dr Pal, despite being fully aware of the rules, regulations, and government-issued guidelines on the classification of candidates as creamy or non-creamy layer in the OBC category, preferred to mend, bend, and circumvent the system. Dr Pal, a Professor of Physiology at the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research in Puducherry, was on lien to the Health Ministry to serve as the Executive Director of AIIMS Patna from 3 July 2022. His three-year tenure was supposed to end on 2 July 2025.

No one will face injustice: UP CM assures people during Janata Darshan

Gorakhpur (UP): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday met around 200 people and listened to their concerns during a Janata Darshan event in Gorakhpur. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to resolving public issues, assuring, No one will face injustice. The chief minister instructed officials to act with full responsibility and sensitivity, ensuring that all eligible individuals benefit from public welfare schemes, according to an official statement. He also ordered strict action against land mafia and those illegally occupying land, stating, Justice should be provided to everyone without discrimination. Interacting with those seated outside the Mahant Digvijaynath Smriti Bhawan, he listened to their issues one by one and accepted their applications, according to the release. He then forwarded the applications to the officials, instructing them to ensure swift and satisfactory resolution, it said. For complaints involving criminal activities, the chief minister directed police officials to take strict action against offenders. To those seeking financial assistance for treatment of critical ailments, Adityanath assured that monetary constraints would not prevent them from receiving necessary care, according to the release. Similar to previous Janata Darshans, he instructed officers to prepare cost estimates for those in need of high-level medical care, with the government ready to fund treatments as soon as estimates are submitted, the statement added.

Govt to launch 4,740 digital service centres to boost inclusive growth in rural areas

New Delhi: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Friday launched the Digital India Common Service Center (DICSC) project to bridge the digital divide in rural India and ensure that digital services reach every citizen. Starting with Pilibhit and Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh, this project will establish one model DICSC centre in nearly 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 .

People across India revel in Diwali; Delhi defies firecracker ban

NEW DELHI: Colourful lights decked up buildings and diyas (earthen lamps) dotted houses as people across the country celebrated Diwali with great enthusiasm on Thursday. In the national capital, Delhiites defied the firecracker ban as the city's air quality remained in the 'very poor' category with an AQI of 327 at 9 pm. Keeping up his tradition of celebrating the festival with soldiers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Sir Creek near the Indo-Pak border in Gujarat's Kutch district and offered sweets to jawans. Modi said India cannot compromise on even an inch of land on its borders, adding the people believe in the strength of its armed forces for defending the country. In the past, attempts were made to turn this region into a battlefield. The enemy has set its eyes on this region for a long time. But we are not worried as you are guarding the nation. Our enemy also knows it well, he asserted. People of India feel their country is safe because of you; when the world sees you, it sees India's strength, when enemies see you, they see the end of their sinister plans, the prime minister said, addressing personnel of the Border Security Force, Army, Navy and Air Force. Modi also called on President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar separately and greeted them on Diwali. One of the most popular Hindu festivals, Diwali is associated with the day Lord Ram is believed to have returned to Ayodhya with his wife Sita and brother Lakshman after defeating demon king Ravana during his 14 years in exile. The festival is seen as a celebration of the victory of good over evil. Dressed in traditional attire, people greeted each other, exchanged sweets and gifts, and visited temples. Meanwhile, troops of India and China exchanged sweets at several border points along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), including at locations in eastern Ladakh, on the occasion of Diwali. The exchange took place at all the five Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) points along the LAC -- Bum La and Wacha/Kibithu in Arunachal Pradesh, Chushul-Moldo and Daulat Beg Oldi in Ladakh and Nathu La in Sikkim -- among several other locations, sources said. 'Diyas' being lit during the Diwali festival celebration, at Lal Chowk in Srinagar, Thursday, Oct 31, 2024. The celebrations across the country were largely incident free. However, in Uttar Pradesh, six people, including four of a family, were killed when a tempo they were travelling in was hit by a tractor in the Mujaria area of Budaun, police said. The victims, who worked as vegetable vendors in Noida, were returning home to celebrate Diwali. In Andhra Pradesh, a man died after the firecrackers he was carrying on a two-wheeler exploded in Eluru town, police said. In UP, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrated Diwali with the forest dwellers of Vantangiya village in Gorakhpur. He said people dividing society along caste, regional, and linguistic lines have the DNA of Ravan and Duryodhan, and warned that anyone who attempts to disrupt peace or get involved in crime against women would be dealt with strictly. During his visit to the area, the chief minister inaugurated 74 development projects valued at Rs 185 crore across various gram panchayats. In the national capital, the sky lit up as people celebrated Diwali defying a ban on firecrackers. Areas including Lajpat Nagar, Kalkaji, Chhatarpur, Jaunapur, East of Kailash, Saket, Rohini, Dwarka, Punjabi Bagh, Vikas Puri, Dilshad Garden, Burari and many other neighbourhoods of east and west Delhi saw firecrackers being burst. With the 24-hour AQI recorded at 328 at 4 pm, the city experienced its worst air quality on Diwali in the last three years. In West Bengal, Kali Puja and Diwali were celebrated with gaiety and fervour, with decorated pandals creating a festive spirit across the state. With only green fireworks allowed by the administration as per the earlier orders of a court, police and state pollution control board officials kept vigil to prevent flouting of the rule. Border Security Force (BSF) personnel light candles to celebrate the Diwali festival near the Indo-Bangladesh Border, at Atila, Tapan, in Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, Thursday, Oct 31, 2024. Long queues were seen at the famed Tarapith, Dakshineswar, Kalighat, Thanthania, and other Kali temples across the state. In Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the Lansdowne cantonment to celebrate Diwali with army soldiers, saying he felt fortunate to be with them on the auspicious occasion. Paying tribute to the martyrs by offering a wreath at the war memorial there, Dhami said, We can light diyas at our homes on Diwali only because our brave soldiers live away from their families to protect the country's borders. Dhami also distributed sweets and gifts among the soldiers, widows of martyrs and their children. In Rajasthan, the festival of light was celebrated with great enthusiasm. Markets were vibrant and bustling until late Wednesday night with people flocking to buy new clothes, sweets, firecrackers and other festive items. CM Bhajanlal Sharma and other leaders extended Diwali greetings on X. Meanwhile, more than 20 lakh devotees gathered at Chitrakoot on the border of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh on the occasion of Diwali, an official said. According to mythology, Lord Ram spent the better part of his 14-year exile at Chitrakoot, located on the banks of the Mandakini river. Devotees took a dip in the river and performed a `deep-daan' ceremony. Fireworks light the sky at the illuminated Akshardham temple on the occasion of the Diwali Festival, in Jaipur, Thursday, Oct 31, 2024. In Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi wished people on the occasion of Diwali and emphasised his government's commitment to take the state to new heights. My heartiest congratulations to all the brothers and sisters of Odisha on the occasion of Diwali, the festival of light and joy, Majhi said in a video message on his X handle. In the coastal state of Goa, the celebrations took off after the burning of Narakasur demon effigies in the early hours. As per traditions, the effigies were taken around before they were burnt to mark the victory of good over evil.

Network Planning Group under PM GatiShakti evaluates 7 infrastructure projects

The seven projects included Jharsuguda to Sason 3rd and 4th lines Rail Line, Odisha; Tirupati-Katpadi Double Line, Andhra; Pradesh and Tamil Nadu; Prayagraj-Jaunpur-Azamgarh-Dohrighat-Gorakhpur Road, Uttar Pradesh; and Ghazipur-Syed Raja Road Section, Uttar Pradesh.

PM Modi launches projects worth Rs 12,850 cr, extends Ayushman Bharat for all over 70 yrs

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched development projects worth nearly Rs 12,850 crore and extended his government's flagship health insurance scheme Ayushman Bharat to all senior citizens aged 70 years and above. The major push in the health sector was unveiled on the occasion of the ninth Ayurveda Day and the birth anniversary of Dhanvantari, the Hindu god of medicine. Modi also inaugurated phase II of India's first All India Institute of Ayurveda in the national capital which includes a Panchakarma hospital, an Ayurvedic pharmacy for drug manufacturing, a sports medicine unit, a central library, an IT and startup incubation centre, and a 500-seat auditorium among others. In an innovative usage of drone technology to enhance service delivery and make healthcare more accessible, Modi launched drone services at 11 tertiary healthcare institutions. These are AIIMS-Rishikesh in Uttarakhand, AIIMS-Bibinagar in Telangana, AIIMS-Guwahati in Assam, AIIMS-Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh, AIIMS-Jodhpur in Rajasthan, AIIMS-Patna in Bihar, AIIMS-Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh, AIIMS-Raebareli in Uttar Pradesh, AIIMS-Raipur in Chhattisgarh, AIIMS-Mangalagiri in Andhra Pradesh and RIMS-Imphal in Manipur. The prime minister also launched a helicopter emergency medical service from AIIMS Rishikesh, which will help deliver medical care speedily. Modi launched a U-WIN portal that seeks to benefit pregnant women and infants by fully digitising the vaccination process. It will ensure timely administration of life-saving vaccines to pregnant women and children (from birth to 16 years) against 12 vaccine-preventable diseases. Further, the prime minister launched a portal for allied and healthcare professionals and institutes. It will act as a centralised database of existing healthcare professionals and institutes. Modi also inaugurated three medical colleges at Mandsaur, Neemuch and Seoni in Madhya Pradesh, besides facility and service extensions at various AIIMS -- Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh, Kalyani in West Bengal, Patna in Bihar, Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh, Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh, Guwahati in Assam and in New Delhi, which also include a Jan Aushadhi Kendra. Modi also inaugurated a Super Speciality Block in Government Medical College at Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh and a Critical Care Block in Bargarh, Odisha. The prime minister laid the foundation stones of five nursing colleges in Shivpuri, Ratlam, Khandwa, Rajgarh and Mandsaur in Madhya Pradesh, 21 critical care blocks at Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Manipur, Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan under the Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission, and several facilities and service extensions at AIIMS in New Delhi and Himachal Pradesh's Bilaspur. Among other projects, Modi inaugurated an ESIC hospital at Indore in Madhya Pradesh and laid the foundation stone for such hospitals at Faridabad in Haryana, Bommasandra and Narasapur in Karnataka, Indore in Madhya Pradesh, Meerut in Uttar Pradesh, and Atchutapuram in Andhra Pradesh. These projects are expected to bring healthcare benefits to around 55 lakh ESI beneficiaries. The other projects whose foundation stones were laid include a central research institute in yoga and naturopathy at Khordha in Odisha and Raipur in Chhattisgarh, centres of excellence at NIPER-Ahmedabad for medical devices, at NIPER-Hyderabad for bulk drugs, NIPER-Guwahati for phytopharmaceuticals, and NIPER-Mohali for anti-bacterial anti-viral drug discovery and development. In a major boost to the Make in India initiative in the healthcare sector, the prime minister also inaugurated five projects under the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for medical devices and bulk drugs at Vapi in Gujarat, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh and Nalagarh in Himachal Pradesh. These units will manufacture high-end medical devices, such as body implants and critical care equipment, along with important bulk drugs.

SCR to run special trains from Hyderabad to clear festive rush in Nov

Hyderabad: The South Central Railway (SCR) is running weekly specials trains from Hyderabad to various Indian cities to manage the increase in passengers during the festival season in November. Hyderabad-Gorakhpur Super Fast (02575) connecting Nagpur, Bhopal, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, and other stations before reaching Gorakhpur, will depart Hyderabad Deccan at 21:05 and Secunderabad Junction at 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 .

SpiceJet Enhances Travel Options with 32 New Flights Starting This Winter

NEW DELHI: SpiceJet has announced the launch of 32 new flights as part of its winter schedule, effective from October 27, 2024. This includes 30 domestic flights and two international routes, specifically connecting Delhi and Phuket with daily non-stop services. The airline aims to enhance connectivity and provide passengers with more travel options. The new domestic routes will offer flights from Mumbai to destinations such as Patna, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, and Goa. Additionally, there will be expanded connections from Patna to Ahmedabad, Guwahati, Kolkata, and Bengaluru. Passengers flying from Chennai will now have the option to travel to Port Blair and Pune. New flights from Delhi will include connections to Phuket, Amritsar, and Gorakhpur, along with a new route linking Kolkata to Port Blair. Debojo Maharshi, Chief Business Officer of SpiceJet, said about the expansion, We are delighted to announce the addition of 32 new flights to our network. This expansion reflects our commitment to providing seamless connectivity, affordable air travel, and an enhanced customer experience. With improved schedules and increased frequencies, we aim to deliver greater reliability and convenience, ensuring our passengers reach their destinations efficiently. Maharshi also noted that the airline plans to further grow its operations by adding more flights in the coming weeks. SpiceJet is set to strengthen its fleet with the addition of 10 new aircraft by November, supporting its goal of improving service delivery and customer satisfaction. SpiceJet's Legal Troubles Continue: Falgu Aviation Claims Rs 67 Crore in Unpaid Dues Jaipur Airport Terminal 1 Reopens on October 27: New Facilities and Key Changes for Travelers Ten Indigo, Vistara Flights Get Fresh Bomb Threats, Check Details Here

Bandra Stampede: CCTV captures frantic scenes of pushing and shoving as passengers rush to board train

CCTV footage shows passengers crowding to board an unreserved train at Bandra Terminus, leading to a stampede. The incident occurred when the Bandra-Gorakhpur Antyodaya Express arrived from the yard. Ten passengers were injured. Videos on social media show the chaos, with RPF personnel helping the injured. Festival special trains are currently operating in view of upcoming Diwali and Chhath.

Mumbai: Amid festive rush, 10 injured in stampede at Bandra railway station

Mumbai: At least ten persons were injured in a stampede at Mumbais Bandra railway station on Sunday when hundreds of people attempted to board a Gorakhpur-bound train to head to their native places for the upcoming Diwali and Chhatth festivals, civic officials said. The Western Railway, however, stated two persons were injured in the incident. 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 .

Surat railway tackle an unusual crowd, here is how

The railway authorities have made arrangements by adding special trains for UP and Bihar, with a new train added for Gorakhpur in UP from Udhna on Sunday, officials said.

After Bandra Terminus stampede, CR imposes platform ticket sale restrictions to curb crowding

MUMBAI: Central Railway on Sunday imposed a temporary restriction on sale of platform tickets at major stations to reduce festival crowding, the move coming hours after nine people were injured at Western Railway's Bandra Terminus while trying to board a train to Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh. Nine persons were injured at 2:45 am while trying to enter the unreserved Bandra Terminus-Gorakhpur Antyodaya Express when it was entering platform number 1 from the yard ahead of its scheduled departure at 5:10 am. Videos of the incident went viral on social media. In a release issued during the day, CR said the platform ticket sale restrictions will be in force in Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Dadar, Kurla LTT, Thane, Kalyan, Pune and Nagpur stations with immediate effect. Stampede at Mumbai's Bandra railway station leaves several persons injured The restriction imposed to manage anticipated crowding during the upcoming Diwali and Chhath Puja festive season will be there till November 8. This step aims to manage crowding on platforms and ensure smooth passenger movement within station premises, the release stated. Senior citizens and those with medical needs, however, are exempted from these restrictions. Passengers are urged to adhere to the new regulations for smooth and safe travel experience during the festive period, it added. In another release, CR said it would run two additional unreserved trains between CSMT and Gorakhapur to clear the extra rush of passengers during Diwali and Chhath. This will take the total number of services run or planned for these two festivals to 583, it said. The 01019 unreserved special will depart from CSMT Mumbai at 2:30pm on October 28 and arrive at Gorakhpur at 11pm the next day. The 01020 unreserved special will depart from Gorakhpur at 12:45am on October 30 and arrive at CSMT at 10:35am the next day. They will halt at Dadar, Thane, Kalyan, Igatpuri, Nashik Road, Bhusaval, Khandwa, Itarsi, Bhopal, Bina, Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi, Orai, Kanpur Central, Lucknow, Barabanki, Gonda and Basti.

Akasa Air flight inspected at Gorakhpur airport after bomb threat

Gorakhpur: A bomb threat on Sunday, October 27 was reported on an Akasa Air flight, enroute from Bengaluru to Delhi via Gorakhpur, which was found hoax after inspection. During a thorough inspection at the Gorakhpur airport, no suspicious item was found, Gorakhpur Airport director RK Parasher said. The flight landed in Gorakhpur at 1:33 pm 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 .

Raut criticizes Rail minister: Focus on bullet train over Mumbai passengers

Mumbai: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut targeted Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday over the stampede at Bandra station here, claiming he was too busy with the bullet train project while passengers in Mumbai were being ignored. Nine persons were injured, including two critically, in a stampede after rush for boarding a Gorakhpur-bound train at the Bandra Terminus in Mumbai on Sunday morning, as per officials. Speaking to reporters here, Raut said, Mumbai city gives maximum revenue to the Union government. Compared to it, we hardly get any facilities here for passengers. The railway minister is too involved with the bullet train project and people are left to die because of the poor infrastructure as the railway minister is disconnected with their problems, he claimed. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project, aimed at significantly reducing the travel time between the two cities, is currently under-construction. The railway minister is always presented as highly educated and his association with premium institutes like IITs is highlighted, but he has failed to solve problems of the common people who are dependent on the Railways for travel, Raut claimed. Mumbai city not only gives maximum revenue but has the highest number of suburban passengers. However, the railway minister has not taken any steps to solve the problems, the Rajya Sabha member charged. Raut also hit out at the NDA government at the Centre over some of the railway accidents in the country during its tenure. Since the third term of this new Union government has commenced, at least 25 major railway accidents have taken place, he claimed. What solution did the government provide to address them? Raut asked. Who is responsible for so many people getting injured (referring to stampede at Bandra station)? Is there not an onus on the railway minister? he sought to know.

Mumbai: 9 persons hurt in stampede at Bandra railway station

Mumbai: Nine persons were injured in a stampede after rush for boarding a train at Bandra railway station in Mumbai on Sunday morning, a civic official said. The incident took place at 5.56 am on platform number one at the Bandra Terminus. There was rush for boarding train 22921 Bandra-Gorakhpur Express, the official from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said. All the injured persons were rushed to the Bhabha Hospital. Those injured have been identified as Shabhir Abdul Rehman (40), Parmeshwar Sukhdar Gupta (28), Ravindra Harihar Chuma (30), Ramsevak Ravindra Prasad Prajapati (29), Sanjay Tilakram Kangay (27), Divyanshu Yogendra Yadav (18), Mohammad Shareef Shaikh (25), Indrajith Sahani (19) and Noor Mohammad Shaikh (18), the official said.

Stampede at Mumbai's Bandra railway station leaves several persons injured

MUMBAI: As many as nine persons have been injured in a stampede after a rush to board a train at Bandra railway station in Mumbai on Sunday morning, a civic official said. The incident took place at 5.56 am on platform number one at the Bandra Terminus. There was rush for boarding train 22921 Bandra-Gorakhpur Express, the official from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said. All the injured persons were rushed to the Bhabha Hospital. Those injured have been identified as Shabhir Abdul Rehman (40), Parmeshwar Sukhdar Gupta (28), Ravindra Harihar Chuma (30), Ramsevak Ravindra Prasad Prajapati (29), Sanjay Tilakram Kangay (27), Divyanshu Yogendra Yadav (18), Mohammad Shareef Shaikh (25), Indrajith Sahani (19) and Noor Mohammad Shaikh (18), the official said. STORY | 9 persons injured in stampede at Mumbai's Bandra railway station READ: https://t.co/sdZpmGELdk VIDEO: (Source: Third Party) pic.twitter.com/LIBuwJkniS Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 27, 2024

9 Injured In Stampede At Bandra Railway Station In Mumbai

Nine people were injured in a stampede today at Bandra railway station in Mumbai when passengers tried to board the train heading toward Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.

9 Injured In Stampede At Mumbais Bandra Station As Passengers Rush To Board Gorakhpur-Bound Train

At least nine persons were injured in a stampede at Bandra railway station in Mumbai on Sunday, said officials.

Special trains for Diwali and Chhath season

The SCR will run six special trains between Secunderabad and Gorakhpur

Life After Encephalitis, A Ground Report From Gorakhpur, UP

Life After Encephalitis, A Swarajya Report From Gorakhpur

UP CM Yogi Adityanath announces doubling of MBBS seats and opening of 17 new medical colleges this year

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced significant advancements in medical education, with MBBS seats doubling and 17 new medical colleges opened this year. He highlighted improvements in healthcare, noting the establishment of AIIMS in Gorakhpur and development projects in Maharajganj worth Rs 940 crore. Adityanath emphasized the government's commitment to enhancing connectivity and developing nursing colleges, contributing to India's economic growth.

Need for rural, urban local bodies to also open avenues for employment: Adityanath

MAHARAJGANJ (UP), Oct 25: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday underscored the need for rural and urban local bodies to focus on development projects that not only improve civic amenities but also create employment opportunities. The chief minister made these remarks during a public address in Maharajganj district adjoining Gorakhpur where he inaugurated []

As Encephalitis Deaths In UP Near Zero, Yogi's Next Task Is To Confront Residual Disabilities In Children Ground Report From Gorakhpur

As Encephalitis Deaths In UP Near Zero, Yogi's Next Task Is To Confront The Residual Disabilities In Children Ground Report From Gorakhpur

IAS Dream Shattered, Aspirant Battles Depression And Sets Up NGO in Delhi to Empower Women

Priyanka, from Gorakhpur, moved to Delhi in 2009 to pursue her IAS dream. After years of preparation and failure, she fell into stress and depression

Hit the Disc at UPs Largest Floating Restaurant in Gorakhpur, Entry at Rs 1,500

According to Managing Director Alok Aggarwal a person can enjoy their time at the disco, including food and drinks, for just Rs 1,500. For couples, the offer is even more affordable, with entry priced at just Rs 2,000.

What is Digital arrest? Scamster tricked Nagaland girl to remove all her clothes on video call, then threatens to leak footage

Digital arrest is a growing cybercrime trend where victims are falsely accused of online offenses and coerced into paying ransom. A girl from Dimapur, Nagaland was studying in Gorakhpur. She received a call from an individual posing as an SBI ...

One dies in clash between Hindu devotees on idol procession and minority community in UP

LUCKNOW: Communal tension gripped the Mahasi township of Bahraich district of central Uttar Pradesh when a person died during a clash between Hindu devotees on a procession and some people of a minority community on Sunday. The incident led to huge protests and unrest in the area. As per the local sources, the incident resulted from an altercation between the members of the two communities when they came face-to-face over DJ music. The Hindu devotees were going for the immersion of the idol of Goddess Durga in the Mahsi Maharajganj area under the Hardi police station of Bahraich. The clash erupted when the members of the minority community objected to the music being played in the procession taking the idol for immersion. This led to a big altercation between the two groups. The minority community members resorted first to stone pelting followed by firing. The deceased was identified as Ramgopal Mishra (22) of Rahua Mansoor village. Mishra succumbed during the treatment at Medical College. Sources claimed that the deceased had got married just four months back. Another resident Rajan (30) of the same village also sustained a bullet injury.Many more people also got injured in the unrest. Taking cognizance of the violence, UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered the district authorities to dentify the elements who vitiated the festive atmosphere and take strictest action against them. The chief minister also directed the Bahraich district and police administration to continue the immersion of the idols of Goddess Durga without any hinderance. He asked the authorities concerned to have a dialogue with the religious organisations and ensure timely immersion of the idols. Yogi also asked the district authorities to identify those, the lackadaisical approach of whom, led to communal flareup in Bahraich. UP DGP Prashant Kumar confirming one casualty in the flareup said that sporadic incidents of arson were reported at some places in adjoining districts including Gonda and Balrampur. In order to bring the situation under control, ADG Gorakhpur zone KS Pratap Kumar and DIG range, Devipattan, Amarendra Pratap Singh with additional force have been rushed to the spot of the incident, said the DGP. Meanwhile, the information of Ramgopal Mishras death triggered outrage among local villagers who vandalised vehicles by setting them ablaze in Maharajganj market. Amidst the violence, a heavy contingent of police and Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC), called in from adjoining districts, was deployed in the village in the presence of senior officers including SP Bahraich Vrinda Shukla, DIG Amarendra Prasad Singh and divisional commissioner Shashi Bhushan Lal. Following the massive demonstration by the family of the deceased and local residents, the immersion of idols from neighbouring areas, including Fakharpur, Ramgaon, and Kaisarganj, was suspended. The atmosphere remained tense but the situation is now under control.

SCR to operate 1,400 spl trains

Hyderabad: South Central Railway said on Thursday that it would operate 1,400 special trains to meet the festival demand till November. It would also be setting up additional booking counters. The specials would be operated to Tirupati, Nizamuddin, Visakhapatnam, Gorakhpur, Agartala, Raxaul, Nagarsol, Danapur, Santragachi, Srikakulam, Nagpur, Malda Town, Patna, Shalimar, Shirdi, Sholapur, Pune, Mumbai, Jaipur. The trains will reserved and unreserved coaches.

Oriental Rail Infra hits the roof on bagging Rs 1.58-cr order

Oriental Rail Infrastructure was locked in 5% upper circuit at Rs 284.75 after the company secured an order worth Rs 1.58 crore from North Eastern Railways (NER) at Gorakhpur, Indian Railways.

Realty projects worth Rs 7,200 crore get Uttar Pradesh govt approval

These realty projects will come up in the major towns of Noida, Ghaziabad, Lucknow, Agra, Meerut, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Jhansi and Moradabad

Maruti Suzuki scales up its road safety CSR initiative

New Delhi: Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) entered into an agreement with Transport Department of Uttar Pradesh to automate 12 additional driving license test tracks across the state. As part of the Memorandum of Agreement, which was signed in December 2023, five test tracks have already been automated in the state. 12 additional driving test tracks located in Aligarh, Azamgarh (2 nos), Basti, Bareilly, Gonda, Jhansi, Meerut, Mirzapur, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, and Pratapgarh will be automated for Two-wheeler, LMV and HMV driving license testing. Appreciating the efforts of Maruti Suzuki, Shri Dayashankar Singh, Honble Minister of State (Independent Charge)- Transport, Uttar Pradesh said, After the successful automation of five driving test tracks in Uttar Pradesh by Maruti Suzuki, we are delighted to extend our partnership for 12 additional test tracks. Automation makes the issuance of driving licenses more scientific, transparent, and efficient and will help in achieving our goal to enhance road safety and reduce accidents. Maruti Suzuki completed the automation of test tracks at DTTIs at Ayodhya, Gorakhpur, Mathura, Prayagraj, and Varanasi earlier this year. Mr. Rahul Bharti, Executive Director, Corporate Affairs, Maruti Suzuki India Limited said, We thank the Government of Uttar Pradesh for entrusting us with this important road safety project. Together we will streamline and automate the evaluation process for awarding driving licence. The automation of driving license testing will usher in a positive transformation, that can go a long way to bring down road accidents by ensuring only capable candidates get driving licences. Mr. Bharti added, Maruti Suzuki has been taking focused initiatives on five pillars of road safety i.e. Engineering, Education, Evaluation, Enforcement, and Emergency care. Automated driving licence testing strengthens the evaluation process with zero manual intervention to award driving licenses after a rigorous and standardized evaluation. The automated driving test tracks, equipped with high-definition cameras and an integrated IT system, ensure a 100% computerized and transparent process for driving license testing. License applicants are evaluated through a comprehensive test with auto-generated results using technology at the automated driving test tracks. The test is designed to assess candidates according to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR).

Villagers kill sixth and last wolf from 'killer' pack in UP's Bharaich

Villagers in the Bahraich district of Uttar Pradesh reportedly killed the last wolf of a pack of six wolves on Saturday night, ending the three-month-long operation Operation Bhedia to nab the pack. The killing of the last wolf has brought relief to around three dozen villages in the Mahasi Block of the district at the Indo-Nepal border. The possible last wolf, reportedly killed by villagers while preying on a goat, was found deadoutside of Tamajpur village of Mahsi block. The pack killed eight people including seven children and injured more than 50 people in the past few months. The forest department had deployed a 16-team consisting of over 200 staff, community members, wildlife enthusiasts, and daily wage labourers to nab the pack. According to State officials, three months long operation costs over Rs 50 lakh where main expenses were for roping in of thermal drones, food of local staff and community members, daily wage labourers and arrangement of prey such as goats and others. Experts say flooding in nearby rivers have flooded their habitats which pushed these wolves near to human habitats. According tothe Divisional Forest Officer of Bahraich district, Ajeet Pratap Singh, the rest of the five wolves have already been nabbed. Out of which one died during the operation and rest of the four were kept in Lucknow and Gorakhpur zoo. We got information late evening on October 5 that the possible lone wolf, which was also injured, is in a field along with its dead prey goat outside of Tamajpur village, said Singh. Fourth wolf captured after pack killed nine people in 45 days in UP's Bahraich Fifth wolf from 'killer' pack captured in UP's Bahraich, one more at large According to officials, the dead wolf injured neck with a sharp weapon and blood profusely oozed out. We reached the site and sent the body of the wolf for postmortem to know the cause of death and an FIR will be filed after that, he further adds. Meanwhile, Wolf is protected under Schedule 1 of Wildlife Protection Act and Globally, it is also prominently listed under CITES Appendix 1. Yellowish brown in colour with black patches, Indian wolves weigh around 17 to 25 kg, prefer to live in open forests and scrubland and their numbers range between 2000-3000. They prey upon mid-sized animals such as chinkara, black buck, rabbits, rodents and sometimes they try to steal sheep and goats from human settlements. The pack is always led by alpha males and females to raise their kids and protect their territory. Dr Abhishek Ghoshal of Wildlife Trust of India said human persecution of wolves due to misconceptions like howling is considered as bad omens. Culturally, wolves were always presented in a negative light despite knowing the fact that their natural prey was reduced which made them attracted to domesticated animals in villages, said Ghosal. He further adds that there is no dedicated programme in India for the conservation of wolves. Fresh wolf pack sighting causes panic among locals of UP's Bahraich Timeline of catching Bahraich wolves which killed seven children, one woman and injured over 40 people. Two wolves died in the process of catching while the other four shifted to Lucknow and Gorakhpur Zoo. March 10 - A three-year-old girl child was killed by wolf March 28 - A one-year-old kid was killed by wolf. July 17 - After a series of wolf attack incidents, Uttar Pradesh Govt launched OpertionBhediya to nab a pack of wolves. August 2 - The First Wolf caught died due to heart attack August 8 - The Second Wolf was caught August 18 - The Third Wolf was caught August 29 - The Fourth Wolf was caught September 10 - The Fifth Wolf nabbed October 5 - Sixth Wolf's body recovered

Two children die after being hit by train in Uttar Pradesh

BARABANKI: Two children died after they were hit by a train while crossing the railway track in a village here, police said on Sunday. The incident took place on Friday when Kirti (3) and Jahnvi (5), daughters of Mohan Prajapati, were hit by the Gorakhpur Express near Sandauli village while they were crossing the railway track, police said. The girls had gone to a relative's place to attend a family function. They headed home without telling anyone and were hit by the speeding train while crossing the track. Prajapati, a potter by profession, said while Kirti died on the spot, Jahnvi succumbed to her injuries en route the hospital. The couple's other child Anuskha (10) died about 10 months ago due to an illness.

Cycle left on track gets stuck to Sabarmati Express engine, no casualties

Jat community members block the railway tracks during their agitation for reservation near Rohtak. (Photo: PTI) Jat community members block the railway tracks during their agitation for reservation near Rohtak. (Photo: PTI) Sant Kabir Nagar (UP): The Gorakhpur-Ahmedabad Sabarmati Express had a close shave on Saturday morning when a cycle got stuck to the engine while it was passing through Khalilabad and Maghar railway stations, a police official said. Additional Superintendent of Police Sushil Kumar Singh said that there were no casualties or any damage to the train. A cycle was on the track when the Sabarmati Express was passing through around 6 am, the ASP said. The cycle got stuck to the train's engine, he said. Singh said some people were in the habit of crossing the railway track at the spot where the incident occurred. Police are investigating the matter, he said.

CARE reaffirms ratings on bank facilities of PNC Infratech's subsidiaries

Hardoi Highways (Rs 443 crore) - CARE A; Stable Akkalkot Highways (Rs 811.50 crore) - CARE A; Stable Sonauli Gorakhpur Highways (Rs 757 crore) - CARE A; Stable

Mumbai Railways: Special Trains Extended, Over 80 Suburban Timetables Revised

The Central Railway has extended the services of several special trains, providing hundreds of additional trips for smoother travel. In addition, they have revised the schedules for over 80 suburban trains on the Mumbai Main Line. Reports indicate that 83 suburban trains will now operate under the updated timetable. Extended Special Train Services: Pune-Harangul Daily Special (Train No. 01487/01488) with a total of 184 trips. Solapur-Tirupati Weekly Special (Train No. 01437/01438) offering 26 trips. Pune-Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Terminus Kolhapur Daily Special (Train No. 01023/01024) with 184 trips. Nagpur-Madgaon Bi-weekly Special (Train No. 01139/01140) providing 52 trips. Lokmanya Tilak Terminus-Solapur Weekly Special (Train No. 01435/01436) with 28 trips. Khandwa-Sanawad 5-Days a Week Special (Train No. 01091/01092) operating 130 trips. Dadar-Gorakhpur 4-Days a Week Special (Train No. 01027/01028) with 106 trips. Dadar-Ballia Tri-weekly Special (Train No. 01025/01026) offering 78 trips. Badnera-Nashik Daily Unreserved Special (Train No. 01211/01212) with 184 trips. Solapur-Daund Daily Unreserved Special (Train No. 01461/01462) providing 184 trips. Solapur-Kalaburagi Daily Unreserved Special (Train No. 01463/01464) with 184 trips. Timetable Revision for Over 80 Trains: The Indian Railways has also revised the schedule of more than 80 trains across the Central Railway zone. These changes will take effect from October 5, 2024. Central Railway covers five divisions: Mumbai, Pune, Bhusawal, Solapur, and Nagpur. Additionally, 21 trains that previously started or ended at Dadar will now operate up to Parel. Trains originating or terminating at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) will be shifted to Dadar to reduce the operational load on CSMT. Indian Railways to Operate 6,000 Special Trains for Festive Season Delhi Airport Set to Introduce India's First Air Train by 2027 Safety Incidents on Indian Railways: Iron Rods Recovered in Bathinda and Gas Cylinder in Kanpur

UP CM Yogi unveils Rs 1,170 cr Pepsico bottling plant in Gorakhpur

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said the state's strong security environment and zero-tolerance policy towards crime have disturbed those who once saw crime as a profession. The chief minister was speaking at the inauguration of a new soft drink bottling and dairy product plant by Varun Beverages, a franchisee of PepsiCo, which was set up with an investment of Rs 1,170 crore near the Gorakhpur Link Expressway. The state's strong security environment and zero-tolerance policy towards crime have disturbed those who once saw crime as a profession. Investment flourishes only in a secure environment. If people don't feel safe, their capital will also not be safe, he said. Stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called upon the youth to focus more on entrepreneurship instead of jobs, he said entrepreneurship is the most important medium to get more opportunities for employment. Adityanath said the developed countries have prioritized entrepreneurship, resea

Northeast Frontier Railway to run 26 special trains to tackle festive rush

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) will run 26 special trains over the next two months to clear the festive rush, a statement said on Sunday. NFR has proposed 26 special trains with 254 trips this year for the festive season, it said. These 13 pairs of special trains will facilitate smooth travel experience and accommodate extra passengers during the forthcoming festivals of Durga Puja, Diwali and Chhath Puja from October 1 to November 30, the statement added. In comparison to last year, NFR has almost doubled the number of special trains and trips during the festive period, it said. The special trains will cover important destinations like Amritsar, Bengaluru, Gorakhpur, Prayagraj, Kolkata, Anand Vihar and Shri Ganganagar, while also touching on other destinations. These trains will also boost connectivity within the zone during this period to areas such as Agartala, Naharlagun, Silchar, New Tinsukia, Dibrugarh and Katihar, the statement added.

Stopped From Drinking Alcohol, Man Kills Father In Gorakhpur

A young man in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, killed his father after he tried to stop him from drinking. The police said he hit his father on the head with a brick, and finding him dead, tried to disguise it as suicide.

Govt sets up panel to probe allegations against son of AIIMS Patna's executive director

The Union Health Ministry has formed a three-member committee to investigate allegations of irregularities in the issuance of a non-creamy layer OBC certificate to the son of AIIMS Patna's executive director, Dr. Gopal Krushna Pal. The certificate allegedly facilitated his son's admission into an MD course at AIIMS Gorakhpur.

Gorakhpur's Gaurav Museum should display info on Vedic, Ramayana period: Adityanath to officials

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inspected the construction site of Gorakhpur's Gaurav Museum and directed officials to include information about various historical periods. The museum, being built on 1.6 acres at a cost of Rs 21 crore, will feature an auditorium, souvenir shop, workshop, audio-visual room, and cafeteria.

Gyanvapi well not merely structure but symbol of Lord Vishwanath himself: Adityanath

Gorakhpur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said the Gyanvapi well in Varanasi is not merely a structure but a profound medium for acquiring knowledge and a symbol of Lord Vishwanath himself. He also said India is inherently a religious country, with its soul rooted in religion, specifically Sanatan Dharma, whose teachings serve Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

UP CM Yogi calls Pakistan cancer to humanity, advocates surgical intervention

LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday referred to Pakistan as a cancer to humanity, describing it as a festering wound for the world that requires a surgical intervention to be cured. CM Yogi made these remarks while addressing a gathering during the consecration ceremony of the Siddheshwari Temple in Tripura. The event was inaugurated by CM Yogi alongside his Tripura counterpart, Dr Manik Saha. In his speech, the Uttar Pradesh CM referred to the partition of India in 1947 along religious lines, stating that the public should be aware of those responsible for dividing the country. He remarked, We should not forget how the then social order had blunted the British plot to divide Bengal in 1905. Similarly, if the Congress leadership, along with Jogendra Nath Mandal, had thwarted the conspiracy of the Muslim League at the time of independence, Pakistan would never have come into being. Adityanath asserted that resolving the issue of Pakistan requires decisive action, adding, The process has already begun. People of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK) wish to join India, and Balochistan is also seeking independence from Pakistan. The Chief Minister highlighted the role of saints in protecting the nation and religion, calling them epresentatives of divine power on earth. He emphasised the importance of unity among saints from various sects, saying, When such a significant number of saints get united for any cause, success is inevitable. He stressed that collective effort is necessary to prevent destructive forces from gaining a foothold and urged the nation to eliminate 'anti-religion' powers to avoid a situation similar to that of Bangladesh from arising in India. Both the nation and religion must be safeguarded, CM Yogi said, adding that if religion is protected, it will also protect its followers. Referring to the Sudarshan Chakra of Lord Krishna, he stated, Only the 'Murali' (flute) will not serve the purpose. The 'Sudarshan Chakra' must also be used to protect religion when required. He also drew attention to the plight of Hindus in neighbouring Bangladesh. CM Yogi commended the strength and unity of Tripuras rulers, noting how they kept the state independent and secure by protecting it from heretics and foreign invaders. He remarked, Those leaders who demonstrate strength and make their enemies aware of it will always remain safe. However, those who lose their strength and fail to distinguish between friends and foes will face consequences, as we see in Bangladesh today. The Chief Minister also praised the services of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), highlighting their selfless service. RSS and VHP are engaged in selfless service without resorting to any propaganda, he said. He noted that RSS operates thousands of educational institutions and service initiatives worldwide through Vidya Bharati, while the VHP runs Ekal Vidyalayas in over 100,000 villages across India's tribal areas. Back in 1984, the VHP also established a tribal hostel in Gorakhpur through the Shri Ram Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram, providing education to children from the North East, CM Yogi added. Touching on the construction of the grand temple of Lord Shri Ram in Ayodhya, Adityanath said the long wait of five centuries had finally come to an end. While acknowledging that some may oppose the temple's construction, he stated, There is little that can be done about those who feel discontented. He emphasised that the government is respecting the faith of the majority of Indians. He also reiterated that Ayodhya, Mathura, and Kashi are the three major pillars of Sanatan Dharma, and these sacred places would continue to flourish as revered centres of the Sanatan faith. The newly-built temple in Barkathal is part of the network of 24 temples managed by the Shanti Kali Ashram in the northeastern region.

Gyanvapi mosque is Lord Vishwanath himself, says Adityanath

Some unfortunately refer to it as a mosque, the U.P. CM said in Gorakhpur

Unfortunately, people call Gyanvapi a mosque, but it is actually Baba Vishwanath: Yogi Adityanath

LUCKNOW: Creating a few ripples, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, on Saturday, called Gyanvapi the real embodiment of Lord Vishwanath himself. He said it was unfortunate that people associated the name with a mosque, referring to the Gyanvapi Mosque in Varanasi. Unfortunately, people call Gyanvapi a mosque, but it is actually Baba Vishwanath (Lord Shiva) himself, said Yogi while addressing the inaugural session of an international seminar on the 'Contribution of Nathpanth in the Creation of a Harmonious Society' at Deendayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University. CM Yogis statement has come close to the order of the Varanasi court on the Gyanvapi case on Thursday, wherein, the court rejected a petition from the Hindu side seeking repairs to the basement of Vyas Ji ka Thekhana on the Gyanvapi mosque premises. Later, the CMs remarks were posted on his official social media handle as: Today people call Gyanvapi a mosque in other words, but Gyanvapi is actually Lord Vishwanath personified. , '' ... pic.twitter.com/njo9Fk03Xe Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) September 14, 2024 Yogi Adityanath added that the devotees visiting the site feeling confused about its true identity or name was the biggest obstacle not only to worship and offering prayers but also to national unity and integrity. Meanwhile, the first reaction to Yogi Adityanaths statement over Gyanvapi came from Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi of All India Muslim Jamat. The Muslim cleric said that UP CMs statement was against the decorum of the chair of the chief minister. He said that Gyanvapi was a historical mosque and that he did not agree with CM Yogi's statement. He is the CM for the entire state irrespective of section which supports him and those who do not, said Maulana. The cleric said that Namaz was being offered at Gyanvapi for ages and it was a well-known mosque. However, earlier during the discourse, CM Yogi recounted a legend about Lord Shiva testing the spiritual evolution of Adi Shankaracharya, who was visiting Kashi after establishing spiritual centres in all four corners of India. Elaborating on the tradition of saints and sages and describing them as a force that united society and the nation, Yogi delved in detail about Adi Shankaracharya, who was born in Kerala and established key Peethas for the expansion of religion and spirituality across the country. When Adi Shankaracharya arrived in Kashi, Lord Vishwanath sought to test him. As the sage and spiritual guru went to bathe in holy river Ganga during Brahma Muhurta, Lord Vishwanath appeared before him disguised as an untouchable. When Adi Shankaracharya asked him to step aside, Lord Vishwanath, still in that form, challenged him, saying that if the hermit was truly full of Advaita knowledge, he should not see people only as the physical body. If Brahma is the ultimate truth, then the same brahma resides in me also as he is there in you, said Lord Shiva disguised as an untouchable. CM Yogi added: When stunned Adi Shankara asked the untouchable for his real identity, Lord Shiva came into his real being revealing to him that he was the one for whose worship (Adi Shankara) had gone to Gyanvapi in Kashi. The CM then concluded that Gyanvapi was a real embodiment of Lord Vishwanath. Stating that the tradition of Indian sages and saints with special reference to Nathpanth to which Yogi Adityanath himself belongs, had valued an egalitarian and harmonious society since ancient times, the UP CM said: Our saints and sages have consistently emphasized that physical untouchability is not only a barrier to spiritual practice but also an obstacle to national unity and integrity. The Chief Minister further noted that if more attention had been paid to eliminate untouchability, the country would have never been enslaved. The tradition of saints never prioritized untouchability within society, and this is also the ethos of the Nathpanth. The Nathpanth respects all castes, sects, religions, and regions, striving to bring everyone together. He added that the Nath sect, on one hand, focused on spiritual elevation through physical purification, while on the other, it would make efforts to unify every section of society. He noted that the enduring influence of Nathpanth was evident not only across India but also internationally. He recounted his meeting with a prominent saint from Tamil Nadu in Ayodhya, who provided manuscripts of Nathpanth from remote areas of Tamil Nadu. Many places of worship and traditions linked to Gorakhnath Ji still exist, remarked Yogi Adityanath on the occasion which also marked the memorial of his Guru Mahant Awaidyanath who had left for his heavenly abode on September 12, 2014. He observed that Nathpanth tradition was expanding in states like Maharashtra, Punjab, Sindh, Tripura, Assam, Bengal, and beyond Greater India, including Nepal, Bangladesh, Tibet, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.

It's Unfortunate' to Call Gyanvapi as mosque: UP CM Adityanath

New Delhi: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his disapproval on Saturday over the labeling of the Gyanvapi site as a mosque, stating it is Lord Vishwanath himself. His comments were made during a speech in Gorakhpur to mark Hindi Diwas. People unfortunately refer to Gyanvapi as a mosque, but it is actually 'Vishwanath' (Lord Shiva), Adityanath said. His statement follows a recent court decision rejecting a request from Hindu petitioners who had sought repairs to the basement of Vyas Ji within the Gyanvapi mosque complex. The Chief Minister also shared his views on social media, emphasizing: Today people call Gyanvapi a mosque, but in truth, Gyanvapi is Vishwanath. Adityanath further remarked, Had our society recognized and addressed this issue earlier, our country might have avoided colonization. Background of the Gyanvapi Dispute , '' ... pic.twitter.com/njo9Fk03Xe Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) September 14, 2024 The Gyanvapi mosque, located in Varanasi, is at the center of a heated dispute. Hindu activists argue that a temple existed at the site before it was allegedly demolished by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in the 17th century. This claim is contested by the Muslim side. In February, a Varanasi court allowed Hindu worshippers to access the sealed basement of the Gyanvapi mosque, specifically the area known as 'Vyas Ka Tekhana.' Recently, the Hindu side has requested that the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) conduct a survey of the mosque complex. The next court hearing on this matter is scheduled for September 18, where the petition for an ASI survey will be addressed. UP government is giving a special opportunity to buy a car Hathras Road Tragedy: PM Modi announces Ex-gratia of Rs 2 Lakh for kin of victims UP CM Yogi Adityanath Inagurates Rs 635 Cr Development Projects in Gorakhpur

UP CM Yogi Adityanath objects to the classification of Gyanvapi as a mosque; says it is in reality, Vishwanath, Lord Shivas abode

Unfortunately, people refer to Gyanvapi as a mosque, but it is in fact, Vishwanath, UP CM Yogi Adityanath said at an event in Gorakhpur.

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called for an encyclopedia of the Nath Sampradaya with collections from literature from all over the world including Afghanistan and Pakistan to be compiled. Artefacts from all over the world should also be collected; and where they no longer exist, replicas be made and displayed in a museum, he said. He was speaking at the inaugural session of an international conference which will discuss the contributions of the Nath sampradaya to social amity. The CM currently heads the sect. This is the second such conference which will draw in-person and virtual participation from scholars, academics and members from across the world. Adityanath said that the impact of the sect was visible throughout the country. This is a sect that has never practised any kind of untouchability. There are no distinctions of caste, religion, area or language. It has had just one goal- to unite everyone, he said. The two-day conference is being held at the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University which houses a research wing dedicated to the sect. Touching on the multi-faceted influence of the sect, Adityanath said that in Punjab, it had instilled people with the courage to fight off foreign invaders through songs sung to the tune of sarangis (a stringed instrument). In Karnataka, the influence is visible in the Manjunath tradition of which Shiva is the presiding deity. He also touched upon the real nature of the Gyanvapi mosque- the nature of which is currently the subject of a court case. The name, he said, denoted Shiva- who was omniscient. It is not a mosque as is currently thought, he said. The Gorakhvani, a book which encompasses the message of Gorakhnath, the founding father of the peeth, Adityanath said had been quoted in various texts by various poets and writers. Among those he mentioned were Malik Muhammed Jayasi and Kalidas. The central tenet of our belief is cleanliness of the spirit and the body, he said. Adityanath called upon the attendees to not only hold academic discussions on the sect but also such that could be a part of everyday, practical living.

Unfortunate to refer to Gyanvapi as mosque: Uttar Pradesh CM

Gorakhpur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said it is unfortunate to refer to Gyanvapi as a mosque and called Gyanvapi an embodiment of Lord Vishwanath himself. Adityanath made these remarks while inaugurating an international seminar on Contribution of Nath Panth in Building a Harmonious Society at the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, 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 .

Ayushman Bharat Expands to Seniors 70 and Over: Benefits for Women and New Application Process

The Ayushman Bharat scheme, one of the world's largest health insurance programs, is set to include individuals aged 70 and older. This expansion aims to provide comprehensive health coverage for seniors, who will be able to register on the Ayushman Bharat portal starting next week. Under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), seniors aged 70 and above can now access benefits regardless of their income level. This initiative is expected to cover an additional 2 crore families and 3 crore individuals, addressing the higher healthcare needs of the elderly population. Women will notably benefit from this extension, as over half of the 70+ age group are women, with 54% being widows. Government sources have indicated that a pilot program will be launched to resolve any issues with the portal, ensuring a smooth implementation. To date, the scheme has helped over 6 crore people, reducing their out-of-pocket expenses by approximately Rs 1 lakh crore. The decision to include seniors was influenced by their increased likelihood of requiring hospital care and the challenges they face in obtaining private health insurance, which is either unavailable or expensive for this age group. Private insurance options for elderly individuals are limited and costly. The government plans to introduce more packages specifically catering to geriatric care to address this gap. Introduced in 2018, Ayushman Bharat provides universal health coverage, particularly focusing on rural and vulnerable populations. It covers a range of health needs from primary to tertiary care levels. How to Apply: To benefit from the expanded Ayushman Bharat scheme, individuals must register on the official portal. The portal features a face authentication process and a dedicated link for seniors. After completing e-KYC, the card will be immediately operational. Those with existing Ayushman cards will need to re-apply and update their e-KYC information. Applicants with private insurance or those who are ESIC beneficiaries can also apply for AB PM-JAY. The government plans to launch an awareness campaign to inform the public and engage community-level workers to promote the scheme. Funding: The central government will continue to fund 60% of the scheme's costs. States have the option to expand the scheme or modify it to include other age groups, with additional funding provided for these beneficiaries. Senior citizens already covered by AB PM-JAY will receive an extra top-up cover of up to Rs 5 lakh per year, which will be exclusive to them and not shared with younger family members. Seniors already benefiting from other public health schemes, such as the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), or Ayushman Central Armed Police Force (CAPF), can choose to continue with their current scheme or switch to Ayushman Bharat. Indias PM e-DRIVE Scheme Set to Transform Electric Vehicle Sector UP CM Yogi Adityanath Inagurates Rs 635 Cr Development Projects in Gorakhpur New Foreign Exchange Rules 2024 Aim to Simplify Investments and Boost Ease of Doing Business

UP: 50-Year-Old Woman Severely Injured in Wolf Attack in Bahraich, Search for Remaining

LUCKNOW: A 50-year-old woman, Pushpa Devi, was severely injured in a wolf attack in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich district on Wednesday night. The incident occurred in Raipur Korean Tepra village, under Khairighat police station, around 10 pm while she was asleep. The wolf attacked her, grabbing her by the throat. Pushpa Devi was initially rushed to a local hospital, but due to the seriousness of her injuries, she was later referred to Bahraich District Hospital, where she is receiving treatment. Her son-in-law shared details of the attack, explaining, The incident took place at 10 pm when she was sleeping. One of the children might have opened the door, and the wolf, which was hiding nearby, attacked her. The family heard her cries and rushed to her aid. Neighbors gathered, and the wolf eventually ran away. The attack has increased fear among residents in the area, as it follows a similar incident earlier that day. An 11-year-old girl was also attacked by a wolf and is now being treated at a local hospital in Mahasi. Earlier in the week, the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department captured a fifth 'killer' wolf, but one remains at large. These wolves have been responsible for multiple attacks on villagers in Bahraich. The forest department has been working to capture the wolves through Operation Bhediya, launched to address a series of attacks in 25-30 villages under Mahsi tehsil. The department has installed snap cameras in key areas to monitor wolf activity, especially around potential habitats like caves in Sikandarpur village, where locals believe the wolves reside. So far, nine people have lost their lives, and over 40 have been injured in wolf attacks across various villages in Bahraich. Hathras Tragedy: What Led to the Fatal Bus Crash on National Highway 93? Hathras Road Tragedy: PM Modi announces Ex-gratia of Rs 2 Lakh for kin of victims UP CM Yogi Adityanath Inagurates Rs 635 Cr Development Projects in Gorakhpur

Allahabad High Court imposes 10 lakh cost on Catholic Diocese of Gorakhpur, U.P. government over wrongful land possession

The landowner handed over the land to the State Government during the ceiling process and later the same land was given to the diocese for construction of a hospital

Madrassa Teacher Holds 12-Year-Old Captive, Rapes Her In UP's Gorakhpur

A madrassa teacher has been arrested for allegedly holding a 12-year-old girl captive and raping her in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur, police said on Tuesday.

Akasa Air passenger complains about food packets; airline says probing matter

New Delhi: An Akasa Air passenger has complained that the airline allegedly served expired food packets to passengers onboard a Gorakhpur-Bengaluru flight on Saturday, following which the airline said it is undertaking a detailed probe into the incident.After the passenger took to social media to air the grievance, the airline admitted that a few passengers were inadvertently served refreshments that did not meet our quality standards and expressed regret over the incident. In a statement on Sunday, the airline said it is aware of and fully acknowledges the concern raised by a passenger, who was on flight QP 1883 from Gorakhpur to Bengaluru, regarding pre-packaged refreshments served. Upon preliminary investigation, it was found that a few passengers were inadvertently served refreshments that did not meet our quality standards. We are in touch with the passenger concerned and are undertaking a detailed investigation with a view to ensuring that such incidents do not occur in the future, the airline said, regretting the inconvenience caused to the passengers.

21 Cities Under NCAP Cut PM10 Pollution by Over 40 pc Since 2017-18, Shows CPCB Data

New Delhi: Ninety-five of the 131 cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme have shown an improvement in air quality, with 21 reducing PM10 pollution by more than 40 per cent compared to 2017-18 levels, CPCB data shows.The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) also said that only 18 of the 131 National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) cities adhered to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for PM10, set at 60 micrograms per cubic metre. The 21 cities and urban agglomerations that achieved more than 40 per cent reduction in PM10 pollution are Varanasi, Dhanbad, Byrnihat, Bareilly, Firozabad, Dehradun, Tuticorin, Nalagarh, Moradabad, Khurja, Trichy, Kohima, Lucknow, Kanpur, Kadapa, Sivasagar, Sunder Nagar, Agra, Greater Mumbai, Rishikesh and Parwanoo. Fourteen cities, -- Ahmedabad, Ghaziabad, Rajkot, Jalandhar, Raebareli, Amritsar, Kolkata, Jammu, Silchar, Vijayawada, Naya Nangal, Dimapur, Baddi and Jodhpur -- reduced PM10 pollution by 30-40 per cent, compared to 2017-18 levels. Khanna, Durgapur, Kurnool, Dera Baba Nanak, Vadodara, Allahabad, Asansol, Hyderabad, Gorakhpur, Ranchi, Bengaluru, Akola, Ananthapur, Durg Bhilainagar, Surat and Noida recorded a 20-30 per cent reduction in PM10 levels during the same period, the data showed. A 10-20 per cent reduction in PM10 pollution was recorded in 21 cities -- Delhi, Howrah, Thane, Latur, Nellore, Gajraula, Alwar, Chittur, Kala Amb, Mandi Gobindgarh, Amravati, Patiala, Jaipur, Ongole, Chandrapur, Nashik, Jhansi, Sangli, Kota, Devanagere and Rajahmundry. India launched the NCAP in 2019 with a target to reduce particulate pollution by 20-30 per cent by 2024, using 2017 as the base year. The target was later revised to a 40 per cent reduction by 2026, using 2019-20 as the base year. In practice, only PM10 concentration is being considered for performance assessment. Surat was on Saturday ranked as the top major city in India for air quality improvements, followed by Jabalpur and Agra. The Union environment ministry presented the National Clean Air City Awards during the Swachh Vayu Survekshan - 2024, held at a national workshop celebrating the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies in Jaipur. While Surat, Jabalpur and Agra secured the top three positions among cities with populations of more than 10 lakh, Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh), Amravati (Maharashtra) and Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) were recognised as the best among cities with populations between three and 10 lakh. Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh), Nalgonda (Telangana) and Nalagarh (Himachal Pradesh) topped the list among cities with populations under three lakh. Swachh Vayu Survekshan is an initiative by the environment ministry to rank cities based on the implementation of activities approved under the city action plan and air quality in cities covered under NCAP. These cities were awarded for significant improvements in air quality through various best practices to reduce air pollution. Key activities included paving roads, promoting mechanical sweeping, bioremediation of legacy waste, solid waste management, converting reclaimed land from dump sites into green spaces, greenbelt development, intelligent traffic management systems, and Miyawaki afforestation.

UP CM inaugurates development projects worth Rs 1,231 cr in Ambedkar Nagar

Earlier, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held the 'Janta Darshan' program at the premises of Gorakhnath Temple in Gorakhpur district of the state

Gorakhpur has become hub for education, health investments: CM Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday inaugurated the Sainik School in Gorakhpur in the presence of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and said that Gorakhpur is progressing rapidly under the inspiration and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing the inauguration programme, Adityanath said that Gorakhpur has become the dream destination for education, health and investment in the region. Today the sacred purpose of building generations is fulfilled through Sainik School. This is an important day for eastern Uttar Pradesh, he said. Adityanath said that Gorakhpur has been an important place mythologically and historically. It is the place of worship of Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath ji and also the centre for the publication of Sanatan literature all over the world through Gita Press. In the fight for freedom, during the first freedom struggle of 1857, under the leadership of Shaheed Bandhu Singh, the foundations of British rule were shaken in the Gorakhpur

Dhankhar says India not same as 10 years ago, showers praise on PM Modi, UP CM

GORAKHPUR (UP), Sept 7: With foreign exchange reserves of USD 680 billion, India has come a long a way since the time it had to pledge its gold to tide over a financial crisis, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Saturday. Dhankhar was speaking during the inauguration programme of Uttar Pradesh Sainik School in Gorakhpur. Todays India is not the same as it was 10 years ago. There was a time when the same country, which was referred to as sone [] The post Dhankhar says India not same as 10 years ago, showers praise on PM Modi, UP CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

India presents different picture than 10 years ago, says VP Dhankhar

With foreign exchange reserves worth USD 680 billion, India has come a long a way since the time it had to pledge its gold to tide over a financial crisis, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Saturday. Dhankhar was speaking during the inauguration programme of Uttar Pradesh Sainik School in Gorakhpur. Today's India presents a completely different picture than what was 10 years ago. There was a time when the same country, which was referred to as 'sone ki chidiya', had to pledge its gold in foreign banks. Back then, our foreign exchange was between USD 1 billion and USD 2 billion. Today, it is USD 680 billion. Look at the kind of progress we have made since, he said. India's foreign exchange reserves jumped by USD 2.299 billion to a new high of USD 683.987 billion for the week ended on August 30. The vice-president also showered praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for India's turnaround and said Uttar Pradesh under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also played a crucial role i

Gorakhpur expressway to be biggest road for illegal activities: Akhilesh

Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Friday said the Gorakhpur Link Expressway will become the biggest road for illegal activities. In a statement issued at the SP headquarters, Yadav alleged, Corruption is at its peak in the BJP government. Most of the construction and road projects in this government have fallen prey to corruption. The Gorakhpur Link Expressway is going to become the biggest road for illegal activities. Even after being made as four lanes instead of six, it holds the record of being the most expensive expressway in the country per km. A link expressway to Gorakhpur is being built about 190 km from the Purvanchal Expressway (Lucknow to Ghazipur) on which traffic has not started yet. Gorakhpur is the home district of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and it is one of his ambitious projects. Can't such a monitoring system be made to keep an eye on the BJP government, which can stop the unbridled BJP members from breaking the rules and law

Adityanath inaugurates vulture conservation, breeding centre in Gorakhpur; recalls story of vulture king Jatayu

Gorakhpur (UP), Sep 6: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday inaugurated a vulture conservation and breeding centre here and recalled the story of vulture king Jatayu, calling him the first martyr of the Ramayana period to protect religion and dignity. He also said when development is done by saving nature and environment, it will be a sustainable development. Due to the ill-effects of pesticides, the number of vultures has decreased rapidly, an official statement quoted Adityanath as saying. [] The post Adityanath inaugurates vulture conservation, breeding centre in Gorakhpur; recalls story of vulture king Jatayu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates development projects worth Rs 635 crore in Gorakhpur

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for five development projects worth Rs 635 crore in Sonbarsa. He emphasised the importance of development and security for a prosperous future and announced interest-free loans for youth entrepreneurs. He also highlighted efforts to improve infrastructure and security in the region.

Verses from Bhagavad Gita or Ramcharitmanas should be recited in schools: Adityanath

GORAKHPUR (UP), Sep 5 : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said verses from the Bhagavad Gita or Ramcharitmanas should be recited in the school assembly to impart spiritual learning. Addressing the state award distribution ceremony of the basic education and madhyamik education departments, Adityanath also advised teachers not to act like trade union members as it goes against the dignity of the profession. Efforts can be made to bring a spiritual dimension to the school atmosphere. For [] The post Verses from Bhagavad Gita or Ramcharitmanas should be recited in schools: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Driver, helper molest UP woman in ambulance; patient-husband thrown off vehicle, dies

A woman was sexually assaulted by an ambulance driver and his helper in Lucknows Gazipur area while transporting her terminally ill husband to UPs Siddharthnagar. The accused also allegedly disconnected the husbands oxygen support and threw him out of the vehicle eventually leading to his death. The woman took her husband to a nearby hospital after he was sick for a few days. Unable to pay the private hospitals fees, the woman hired an ambulance to get him back home. According to the woman, she was forced to sit in the front with the driver and his aide. She said that after some time the duo started touching her inappropriately. When she shouted her husband tried protesting the harassment. The accused took off his oxygen support and threw him off the vehicle resulting in injuries. The woman arranged for another ambulance to take her husband to Gorakhpur Medical College where he was declared dead upon arrival. The duo also looted Rs 10,000 and some jewellery from her. Based on the complaint registered by the woman, the Ghazipur Police Station has registered a case against the driver and his companion. We have lodged a case regarding the incident based on the complaint registered by the woman. Our teams are trying to arrest the accused, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Lucknow, Jitendra Kumar Dubey said.

Takes heart to handle bulldozer: Adityanath slams Akhilesh Yadav

LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday retorted sharply to Akhilesh Yadav's all bulldozers will head towards Gorakhpur after 2027 remark, saying not everyone has the heart to handle a bulldozer. Adityanath made this comment responding to the Samajwadi Party chief's Tuesday remark on bulldozer, the machine which has become emblematic of his style of governance. As soon as the Samajwadi government is formed in 2027, the bulldozers of the entire state will head towards Gorakhpur (Adityanath's home district), Yadav had said. Adityanath said only those with a ulldozer-like capability can operate it. He made these remarks while distributing appointment letters to 1,334 junior engineers, computer operators, and foremen in Lucknow. Today these people have come back in a new form to mislead the public. Not everyone's hands can fit on a bulldozer. It requires both 'dil and dimaag'. Only someone who has a bulldozer-like capability and determination can operate it. Those who grovel before the rioters will not be able to stand in front of a bulldozer, he said while addressing the event. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav slams CM Adityanath for 'DNA' jibe Adityanath also made a pun on Yadav's nickname saying, Now 'Tipu' is also trying to become a 'Sultan'. He said Yadav's ambition of returning to power in Uttar Pradesh is nothing more than a daydream, and accused the former chief minister and his uncle Shivpal Yadav of indulging in extortion during his rule. There used to be a competition between 'chacha-bhatija' in extorting money. Areas between them were divided. I can see that at this time some man-eating wolves are creating havoc in different districts. More or less the same situation was in the state before the year 2017, Adityanath said. Later in the day, Adityanath continued his attack on the Samajwadi Party during a programme in Prayagraj while attending a job fair at the IFFCO campus in Phulpur area. These people who are making big announcements are the same people who used to rub their noses in front of the mafias and rioters. Hey, courage is needed to run the bulldozer. Will those who rub their noses in front of the rioters and mafias run the bulldozers, Adityanath said. These are the same people who are fighting in the name of caste and are dreaming of becoming Tipu and Sultan again. This was the same Tipu who created a crisis of identity of UP by rubbing his nose in front of the mafia, he said. Referring to the murder of BSP MLA Raju Pal in Prayagraj, Adityanath alleged that by embracing mafias hey created an identity crisis for the people of the state and Prayagraj and these same mafias had killed Pal. At the time of Raju Pal's murder, they did not remember the PDA because they were worried about their chair. But we had said that if the mafia dares to raise its head, we will crush it to dust, he added. Adityanath also appealed to the public ot to make such a mistake which may again create an identity crisis for Uttar Pradesh. Prayagraj's Phulpur seat is among the 10 assembly seats of Uttar Pradesh where by-elections are to be held. This seat has fallen vacant after BJP MLA Praveen Patel became an MP.

Yogi Adityanaths Tipu Sultan dig at Akhilesh Yadav over bulldozer remark

New Delhi: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday responded to Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadavs bulldozers will turn towards Gorakhpur after 2027 remark, saying not everyone is fit for handling the bulldozers as this requires both mind and courage. UP CM also hurled Tipu dig at the SP supremo and said, Tipu is now 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 .

Akhilesh doesn't have the heart to handle a bulldozer: UP CM Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday retorted sharply to Akhilesh Yadav's warning that he will after 2027 order all ulldozers to Gorakhpur the home district of the CM -- saying not everyone has the heart and character to handle a bulldozer. Adityanath made the remark responding to the Samajwadi Party chief's Tuesday comment on bulldozer, the machine which has become emblematic of his style of governance. As soon as the Samajwadi government is formed in 2027, the bulldozers of the entire state will head towards Gorakhpur, Yadav had said. Adityanath said only those with a ulldozer-like capability can operate it. Today these people have come back in a new form to mislead the public. Not everyone's hands can fit on a bulldozer. It requires both heart and mind. Only someone who has a bulldozer-like capability and determination can operate it. Those who grovel before the rioters will not be able to stand in front of a bulldozer, he said while addressing an

Akhilesh doesnt have the heart to handle a bulldozer: Adityanath

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday retorted sharply to Akhilesh Yadavs warning that he will after 2027 order all bulldozers to Gorakhpur the home district of the CM saying not everyone has the heart to handle a bulldozer. Adityanath made the remark responding to the Samajwadi Party chiefs Tuesday comment 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 .

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The wolves that have been sowing terror in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich struck again on Monday, by attacking a five-year-old girl. Though the animal tried to snatch the child, her parent's timely intervention saved her life. This comes as 'Operation Bhediya', launched to capture a pack of wolves on the prowl that has so far killed seven people, continues. While the forest department has caught four of the animals from the Bahraich area, with the latest one set to be relocated to Gorakhpur Zoo, two others continue to roam the place. The latest incident reported on Monday night saw the animal injuring the five-year-old girl, who has been sent to the Community Health Centre in Mahsi for treatment. The girl's relative Wasi Ahmad told reporters: After dinner, she went to sleep, along with my mother. The wolf pounced on her while we were asleep. We woke up and screamed, and the animal ran away, Ahmad said, adding that the house had no gates or doors. This is the ninth death in wolf attacks since July 17. The deceased includes seven children, the recent being a two-year-old girl who was sleeping with her mother outside their home. Her mutilated body was found a kilometre from the village and the wolf had eaten both her hands. A 70-year-old woman was also injured when a wolf entered her house and attacked her early on Monday. The Forest Officials launched Operation Bhediya to catch the wolves and have been initiating an innovative effort to use colourful teddy dolls soaked in children's urine as bait to capture them. These dolls are being placed near the riverbanks, close to the wolves' resting places and dens. However, the animals changing their habitat is posing a problem for the officials. The wolves are constantly changing their locations. Typically, they hunt at night and return to their dens by morning. Our strategy is to mislead them and lure them away from residential areas towards traps or cages placed near their dens, Divisional Forest Officer Ajit Pratap Singh told PTI.

Three-year-old girl killed, two women injured in separate incidents of wolf attack in UP's Bahraich

LUCKNOW: The fear of man-eating wolves on the prowl in the villages of Bahraich district of central UP is far from over. The latest victim is a three-year-old girl Anjali who was killed in a fresh attack by wolves in Nauvan Garethi village of Mahsi Tehsil during the last 24 hours. Moreover, two women in their 50s -- Suman and Kamla were left injured by the beast. The attack in Hardi tehsil of Bahraich district was the second in the last 24 hours. Since mid-July, as many as nine persons including eight children, have been killed and 25 others injured in wolf attacks. Taking a strong note of the wolf attacks, UP CM Yogi Adityanath directed the forest minister to deploy more forest guards and trap teams in the affected areas. Consequently, forest department personnel are being shifted to Bahraich, Sitapur, and Lakhimpur divisions to set up camps in areas where movement of wolves has been reported. Toddler killed, elderly woman injured in separate incidents of wolf attack in Bahraich Notably, a wolf took away a two-and-half-year-old girl Anjali who was sleeping beside her mother on Monday wee hours. Despite the desperate cries for help of the victim's mother, Meenu, the wolf disappeared into the darkness within moments. The childs mutilated body without both hands was discovered after two hours at a distance of one kilometre from the house. The sight of her daughters lifeless body caused the mother to collapse in shock. Meenu told media persons that the incident happened at 03.35 am on Monday. I found out about the incident when my six-month-old younger daughter got up in the middle of the night and I found my elder daughter missing. Both the hands of my child were bitten by the wolf. We work as labourers all day and raise the children. We ran after the wolf but it escaped. We are poor so we are not able to get doors installed in the house, said the distraught wailing mother. Just three hours later, the wild animal struck again just two Km away in Kotia village. Here a wolf attacked another woman Kamla Devi (70) sleeping on her veranda. Her screams brought her family running, but by then, the wolf had already inflicted severe injuries. The woman remains in critical condition. Moreover, within a 30-minute span, another woman Suman Devi (65) was attacked and injured by the wolf in the same village. Soon after the attacks, a team of police and forest reached the site and took the injured women to the hospital, said Bahraich DFO Ajeet Pratap Singh. Later, senior officers, including Additional DG Gorakhpur Kalluri SP Kumar, DM Bahraich Monika Rani, and SP Bahraich Vrinda Shukla and other officials of the district administration, rushed to the spot. Fourth wolf captured after pack killed nine people in 45 days in UP's Bahraich Bahraich DM, Monika Rani said that the authorities were having trouble catching the wolves on the prowl as they were consistently changing their habitat. The biggest problem in this drive is that every time a new village is being selected. The Wolf changes his activity every 5-6 days. The Forest Department is trying its best, she said. District Magistrate Monika Rani requested the people to stay indoors and to be alert. We have trapped four wolves; two are left. Our team is continuously patrolling; we are trying our best to catch them as soon as possible. I request people to sleep indoors. A 2.5-year-old child has been attacked by a wolf. I request the people here to be alert, Bahraich DM said. Chief Forest Conservator (central zone) Renu Singh took stock of the situation. Drones are being flown continuously, she said. To enhance surveillance, the forest department has deployed six cameras and drones, while 150 personnel from the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) patrol the area. In addition, 32 teams from the revenue department and 25 teams from the forest department are actively working on the ground. Authorities are using loudspeakers on vehicles to advise residents to stay indoors, keep their children inside, and lock their doors at night. Residents are gripped by fear, avoiding stepping outside their houses.

IIM Lucknow launches blockchain Centre of Excellence to boost startups in Uttar Pradesh

NEW DELHI: The Indian Institute of Management Lucknows Enterprise Incubation Centre (IIML-EIC) has launched a Centre of Excellence in Blockchain Technology (CoE-BT) to drive innovation and entrepreneurship in Uttar Pradesh. Supported by the Government of Uttar Pradesh under its StartInUP Policy, the initiative is set to incubate 100 startups in the blockchain domain over the next five years. The CoE-BT, described as a groundbreaking effort in the field of blockchain, aims to identify and nurture emerging startups, positioning Uttar Pradesh as a leader in blockchain innovation. This initiative is in line with the state governments broader strategy to enhance e-governance by promoting transparency, trust, and reliability across various sectors through blockchain applications. Professor Ashish Dubey, Faculty-in-Charge at IIML-EIC, emphasised the impact of this new venture. Our collaboration with Microsoft under the CoE-BT will be pivotal in uncovering new opportunities for innovation in blockchain technology. This partnership will allow us to stay ahead in this rapidly changing field and contribute to the development of solutions that can transform technological infrastructure, Dubey said. The Centre of Excellence will serve as a hub for technology and innovation, offering startups access to a dedicated blockchain platform, extensive mentorship, industry connections, and VC funding. Over 50 industry and academic experts are expected to participate, providing guidance and specialized training to students and aspiring entrepreneurs. As part of its outreach, IIML-EIC, in collaboration with Microsoft India, plans to establish three regional centers in Gorakhpur, Lucknow, and Greater Noida/Meerut. These centers will serve as local hubs for blockchain-based innovation, further strengthening Uttar Pradeshs position in the emerging technology landscape.