Yogi Adityanath Honors Youth at Samsung Innovation Campus in Gorakhpur
A key focus this year is on UP with 5,000 students from the state set to receive training in future technologies.
Aviation growth story piggybacking on foreign travel: AAI report
NEW DELHI: The growing desire for international travel continues to fuel Indias aviation growth story. According to the latest data released by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the first half of the current financial year, foreign travel has surged by nearly 7% compared to the same period last year. The Air Traffic Report, made public on Wednesday, shows that 3.95 crore passengers travelled abroad from India between April and September 2025, up from 3.69 crore during the same period in 2024. Overall passenger traffic grew by 2.6%, with 20.21 crore people flying in the six-month period this year compared to 19.69 crore last year. Domestic air travel recorded a modest 1.6% increase, with 16.25 crore passengers this year versus 15.99 crore in the previous fiscal period. The total Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) arrivals plus departures rose by 2.8%, reaching 15.77 lakh in AprilSeptember 2025 compared to 15.35 lakh last year. Thanks to airlines regularly announcing new international routes, several relatively smaller airports such as Surat, Coimbatore, Guwahati, Jaipur, Varanasi, Mangaluru, Kannur, Bagdogra, Pune, Indore, and Udaipur have registered strong double-digit growth in international passenger traffic. Among them, Bagdogra and Coimbatore posted remarkable increases of 51% (13,492 flyers) and 50.5% (1,60,597 flyers), respectively, in AprilSeptember 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Among major airports, Bengaluru recorded an impressive 28.9% surge in international traffic, handling 34,58,308 passengers in the first half of the current financial year. Hyderabad showed substantial growth of 19%, while Mumbai registered a 5.6% increase. Delhi, however, saw a slight 0.5% decline. Domestic Travel Trends Sindhudurg Airport reported the highest growth in domestic passenger traffic, with an 84.1% increase and 21,936 flyers over the previous financial year. Other airports that recorded notable growth include Kishangarh (65.7%, 59,421 flyers), Darbhanga (64.3%, 3,86,174), Gorakhpur (57.5%, 5,62,596), Cuddapah (53.9%, 33,973), and Pithoragarh (56.5%, 8,215). Airports such as Tiruchirappalli (55.6%), Tirupati (42.9%), Jeypore (42.1%), Bilaspur (38.1%), Rajahmundry (33.7%), and Kurnool (22.9%) also posted impressive domestic growth figures. Among major airports, both Delhi and Mumbai reported negative growth in domestic travel. The closure of Terminal 2 at IGIA and changes in flight schedules significantly impacted Delhis numbers, which dropped by 5.8% to 2,64,91,445 passengers, compared to 2,81,07,645 last year. Mumbai saw a 0.8% dip, handling 1,91,02,987 passengers. Meanwhile, Hyderabad registered strong domestic growth of 11.3% with 1,26,64,800 flyers, while Chennai saw a 5.1% increase with 83,79,339 passengers.
Gorakhpur tops UP in nutrition rankings
Gorakhpur book fest to be inaugurated today
BJP MP and actor Ravi Kishan has filed a police complaint in Gorakhpur after receiving death threats and abusive phone calls. These threats were given after finding his speeches during the Bihar election campaign inappropriate.
UP Man Kills Sister, Dumps Body 70 Km Away Over Money Dispute
In a shocking incident in Gorakhpur city, a man killed his sister, broke her limbs and disposed of her body nearly 70 km away in Kushinagar district over a money dispute, police said on Thursday.
Railways take crowd management lessons from Mahakumbh to manage Diwali-Chhath rush
This Diwali-Chhath, North Eastern Railway is leveraging insights from the Mahakumbh to efficiently handle the influx, predicting over a crore travelers in the Lucknow Division. Gorakhpur station features newly established holding zones equipped with amenities, while extra trains are rolled out and freight services minimized to prioritize passenger comfort and flow.
Indian Railways starts playing Chhath songs at over 100 stations across nation
NEW DELHI: Ahead of Bihars Chhath festival, Indian Railways has introduced a unique arrangement of playing popular folk songs dedicated to the Chhath festival at over 100 prominent stations across the country. In the first phase, this initiative has been implemented at 30 different stations, where announcements of train departures or arrivals pause for a while. During these intervals, folk songs sung by well-known singers such as Sharda Sinha, Nitu Kumari Navgeet, Vindyavasni Devi and others are played when no train information is being broadcast over the automated announcement system. The Railways has started playing Chhatha songs at more than 30 stations in Bihar, including Patna, Danapur, Hajipur, Bhagalpur, Jamalpur, Sonepur and others. Similar arrangements for playing Chhatha songs have also been made at New Delhi, Ghaziabad and Anand Vihar Terminal, which are now witnessing heavy footfall of passengers travelling to Bihar and other Hindi-speaking states for the festival. Confirming this to the newspaper, ED (I&P) Dileep Kumar of the Ministry of Railways said on Friday, Indian Railways has started broadcasting Chhatha songs at railway stations on the auspicious occasion of Chhatha Puja. The aim of this initiative is to connect the passengers with the auspicious spirit of the festival and make their journey more pleasant. This has been launched at almost all those stations that now witness large numbers of Bihar-bound passengers travelling for the Chhatha festival across the country. Savita Kumari, a passenger travelling from Kolkata to Patna with her family members for the Chhatha festival, said These devotional songs being played at railway stations during Chhatha Puja surcharge the ambience of station with religious festivity for the devotees, who either remain in wait to take trains or boarding in trains. A senior railway official told the newspaper that the Chhatha folk songs being played make passengers feel the fragrance of their home and culture, thereby infusing devotion and joy into their journey even when they remain away from their states. Begun on Friday, the initiative through the automatic announcement system will continue for several days after the end of Chhatha, covering the period when passengers make their return journeys. Others stations such as Banaras, Gorakhpur and Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, Kolkata, Burdwan, Durgapur and Asansol in West Bengal, as well as Ludhiana and Amritsar in Punjab, are among the hundreds of stations where this initiative has been introduced. Currently, Indian Railways is operating more than 12,000 special train trips to manage the surge of passengers travelling from across the country to states such as Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, where the Chhatha festival is celebrated on a large scale.
To ease festive travel for Chhath Puja, 22 special trains and 210 extra buses are running from Gorakhpur and nearby stations. North Eastern Railway announced additional services, including an unreserved Howrah-Gorakhpur special, with several trains still offering confirmed berth availability.
CM Yogi links Halal-certified products to terror funding, claims Rs 25K crore raised
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath claimed that Rs 25,000 crore was raised in the country using Halal certification products without the permission of the government. Speaking at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sanghs (RSS) centenary event in Gorakhpur, he warned the crowd against using such products, saying, When you buy something, make sure to check if 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 .
'Political Islam' undermined Hindu faith, largely overlooked in history: CM Yogi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that while history often highlights British and French colonialism, the role of political Islam, which he claimed dealt the greatest blow to Sanatan Dharma, is largely overlooked. He highlighted that great warriors like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Guru Gobind Singh, Maharana Pratap, and Maharana Sanga waged battles against political Islam. Our ancestors waged major struggles against political Islam, yet this aspect of history remains largely overlooked, Adityanath said at the 'Vichar-Parivar Kutumb Sneh Milan' and 'Deepotsav Se Rashtrotsav' programmes organised by the Gorakhpur division to mark the centenary year of the RSS. The chief minister lauded the RSS for its pivotal role in the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. He claimed that while the nation discusses colonial resistance, it often overlooks the ideological challenge of political Islam. Our ancestors fought not only against the British and French but also against political Islam; heroes like Veer Shivaji and Maharana Pratap stand testimony to this. There is talk of British colonialism, there is talk of French colonialism, but nowhere is there talk of political Islam, which undermined the faith, Adityanath said. He said that during the RSS's 100-year journey, the impossible has been made possible. While members of the Samajwadi Party, the Congress, and the INDIA bloc questioned the Ram temple, RSS volunteers remained steadfast in their resolve that the temple would be built. The Sangh endured restrictions, and its volunteers faced lathi-charge and bullets. Today, the magnificent Ram Temple stands as a testament to their unwavering commitment, he said. Adityanath alleged that activities promoting political Islam continue under various guises. The chief minister said that Uttar Pradesh has banned the sale of Halal-certified products, claiming that profits from such sales were being used for conversion, love jihad, and terrorism. Speaking about the RSS centenary initiatives, Adityanath outlined five key transformations: social harmony, family values, environmental protection, self-reliance through indigenous goods, and civic responsibility, terming them the foundation of a 'Viksit Bharat'. For a developed society and a developed nation, society must lead, and the government must follow, he added.
Political Islam Undermined Hindu Faith, Largely Overlooked In History: Adityanath
Gorakhpur (UP), Oct 22: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has said that while British and French colonialism are often discussed in history, there is little mention of political Islam, which, he claimed, has inflicted the greatest blow on the Sanatan Dharma. Great warriors like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Guru Gobind Singh, Maharana Pratap and Maharana Sanga waged battles against political Islam, he said at an event in Gorakhpur on Tuesday. Our ancestors waged major struggles against political Islam, yet this [] The post Political Islam Undermined Hindu Faith, Largely Overlooked In History: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Video: UP Villagers Throw Stones At Police Van, Shatter Windows, Injure Cops
Upset at a case not being registered against an alleged murderer, villagers surrounded a police van in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur, threw stones at it and attacked it with sticks.
UP Man Drowns Sister Over Affair, Sits Next To Body, Then Calls Cops
The accused has been identified as Aditya Yadav from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, who has confessed to killing his 19-year-old sister, Nitya Yadav, over a romantic relationship on Monday.
LIVE: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath leads Dussehra procession in Gorakhpur
Double-engine government realising dreams of Bapu, Shastri: Adityanath
GORAKHPUR (UP), Oct 2: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday paid his tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and former prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversaries, saying the double-engine government is realising their dreams through policies on swadeshi, self-reliance, and cleanliness. He paid floral tributes to portraits of Gandhi and Shastri at his residence in Gorakhnath Temple here. Adityanath said the father of the nation showed the world the power of truth and non-violence. He underlined [] The post Double-engine government realising dreams of Bapu, Shastri: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP has set a strong example in empowering women: Adityanath
GORAKHPUR (UP), Oct 1: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that Uttar Pradesh has set a strong example by running several programmes to ensure womens safety, dignity and self-reliance. Extending greetings on the occasion of Mahanavami and Vijayadashami to the people of Uttar Pradesh, he stressed that the world would be unimaginable without the power of women. Inspired by the timeless tradition of worshipping Goddess Durga, the state government has taken it upon itself to safeguard womens rights [] The post UP has set a strong example in empowering women: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
11th-grade student lynched in UP's Gorakhpur following bike collision; family alleges foul play
LUCKNOW: An 11th-grade student, Akash Nishad, was beaten to death by a mob following a bike collision while he was returning home with his friends after watching Durga Puja celebrations in Gorakhpur on Monday night. Akashs bike collided with another motorcycle in Sahjanwa tehsil around 10 pm on Monday. As the accident drew attention, locals rushed to the spot. In a fit of rage, they surrounded Akash and brutally assaulted him. The victim was rushed to BRD Medical College where doctors declared him brought dead upon arrival. According to local sources, Akash Nishad, 19, a resident of Pali Bankatwa village, had gone with friends to witness the Durga Puja festivities in Sahjanwa. While returning around 10:30 pm, their bike collided with another motorcycle near Cinema Road in Sahjanwa. Following the crash, a crowd gathered at the spot and began assaulting the youths. Akash was beaten so brutally that he was left unconscious. His friends, Nikki, 12, Vishal, 15, and Ranjit, 15, were also thrashed. Acting on a tip-off from passers-by, police arrived at the scene and informed the family concerned. The injured were taken to BRD Medical College, where doctors declared Akash dead. In the early hours of Tuesday, around 3 am, Akashs family and relatives kept the body outside the medical college and staged a protest near a petrol pump on Nausad Road, blocking the road and demanding justice. Akashs father, Dilip Kumar Nishad, alleged foul play, stating that it was not an accident. People deliberately murdered my son, said the distraught father. The situation was eventually brought under control after police assured the family of strict action. They created a commotion, demanding justice. Police officials intervened and tried to pacify them. The demonstration lasted for nearly an hour before the family relented, following assurances of strict action. According to Sahjanwa Station In-charge Mahesh Chaubey, a case was being registered based on the familys complaint. He said an investigation would be carried out, and action would follow against the culprits.
Accused In Gorakhpur NEET Aspirant Murder Killed In Police Encounter
Accused in NEET aspirant Deepak Gupta's murder in Gorakhpur, was shot dead in a police encounter in Rampur after firing at police. He faced 18 criminal cases.
Key Accused In NEET Aspirant's Murder In UP Killed In Encounter
The accused in the murder of NEET candidate Deepak Gupta from Gorakhpur was killed in a police encounter here, police said on Saturday.
Fleeing Abuse At Home, UP Teen Gang-Raped In Jaipur, Delivers Stillborn
A 15-year-old Gorakhpur girl, fleeing abuse, was raped in Jaipur, police said.
Gorakhpur Boy Thought Missing, Found Asleep At Home After 4-Hour Police Search
The boy, missing in Gorakhpur, was found asleep at home by police and sniffer dog after a four-hour search.
19-year-old NEET qualifier in top percentile dies by suicide, cites wish to pursue business in note
A 20-year-old medical student, who had secured admission at AIIMS Gorakhpur after clearing the NEET exam, died by suicide in Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, on Tuesday morning. In a suicide note, the student stated that he did not want to pursue medicine, adding, A businessman earns as much as a doctor. The deceased, identified as Anurag Anil Borkar, a resident of Nawargaon in Sindewahi taluka, was found hanging in his room by his mother around 4 am. The family was reportedly preparing to leave for Gorakhpur later that day to help him join the MBBS course. Anurag had secured an All India Rank of 1,475 in NEET under the OBC category this year and had earned admission to AIIMS Gorakhpur. He had appeared for NEET twice; although he had qualified on his first attempt, he chose to try again to secure a seat at his preferred college. According to an India Today report , a suicide note recovered from his room revealed his unwillingness to pursue MBBS. I dont want to do MBBS. A businessman earns as much as a doctor. I dont want to go through five years of study and then an MD, he wrote. The report added that Sindewahi police station in-charge Kanchan Pandey confirmed the recovery of the note, stating, We received information around 4 am that Anurag, son of Anil Borkar from Nawargaon, had hanged himself in his room. A team rushed to the spot and initiated proceedings. A suicide note has been seized, which indicates that he was unable to handle the pressure of continuing medical studies. The repor further added that neighbours described Anurag as a bright student from an accomplished family. His sister was the district topper in Class 12 exams last year, and the family was reportedly supportive of his academic pursuits The police said further investigation into the incident is underway. (If you are having suicidal thoughts, or are worried about a friend or need emotional support, someone is always there to listen. Call Sneha Foundation - 04424640050, Tele Manas - 14416 (available 24x7) or iCall, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences' helpline - 02225521111, which is available Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm.)
Two Girls Drown, Boy Critical After Falling into Rain-Filled Pit in Gorakhpur
Children fell into an abandoned brick-kiln pit while playing; CM Yogi Adityanath intervenes.
Sex racket busted in Ayodhya guest house, 14 held
AYODHYA: Police in Ayodhya have busted a sex racket with the arrest of 14 people, including 11 women, operating in a guest house for the past 12 months, officials said on Saturday. On the intervening night of Friday and Saturday, police raided the premises and caught 11 women. Guest house owner Ganesh Agarwal and his two associates were also arrested. Circle Officer (City) Shailendra Singh said that as soon as the police reached the guest house at midnight, there was chaos. The women present in the rooms tried to run away, but women police personnel posted outside caught them, he said. The arrested women were later taken to the police station. Singh added that preliminary investigation revealed the guest house owner had brought the women from Bihar and Gorakhpur. To avoid suspicion, he did not allow them to leave the premises and provided food and other requirements inside the guest house, he said. He further stated that several such rackets are operating in Ayodhya and investigations are underway. Soon we will free this holy city from such rackets, Singh said.
Gorakhpur NEET aspirant's murder: Police arrest one of the accused after encounter
In a joint operation, police teams from Pipraich and Kushinagar nabbed a smuggler identified as Rahim in Kushinagar after an exchange of fire, officials said
Key Accused Behind NEET Aspirant's Murder In UP Arrested After Encounter
The Uttar Police has arrested one of the accused, in Gorakhpur NEET student murder case and taken two others in custody. Accused Rahim was arrested following an encounter in Kushinagar.
Cattle Smuggler Linked To Gorakhpur NEET Aspirant Killing Injured In Police Action, Arrested
UP ADG (law and order) inspected the crime scene, met the victims family and assured them of strict action.
Protests over NEET aspirants death rock Gorakhpur
Such an incident in the home district of the Chief Minister shows that criminals have no fear of the police, and law enforcement mechanisms, Congress leader Shahnawaz Alam said
Youth killed in clash between smuggler group, villagers in UP; one arrested
GORAKHPUR: A confrontation between villagers and suspected smugglers here spiralled into violence on Tuesday, leaving a 20-year-old man dead, a smuggler critically injured, and senior police officers hurt in stone-pelting. In the early hours of Tuesday, tension flared in Mauachapi village under Pipraich police station limits as news of the youth's death spread. Angry villagers blocked the Gorakhpur-Pipraich road, hurled stones at police, and forced traffic to a standstill. The blockade was lifted only after five hours, following assurances from senior officials. The chain of events began late on Monday night, when 10-12 smugglers arrived in two pickup vans and allegedly tried to break open a furniture shop belonging to one Durgesh Gupta. The shop's upper floor housed a travel agency where a relative was sleeping. On hearing the shutters being forced, he alerted Durgesh's son, Deepak. Deepak rushed to the spot on a scooter, raising an alarm. Nearly 10-15 villagers followed him. Startled, the smugglers opened fire and tried to flee. In the chaos, they dragged Deepak into one of their vehicles and sped away. Meanwhile, villagers caught hold of one smuggler, torched his vehicle, and thrashed him severely. When police reached the scene and attempted to rescue the injured man, locals clashed with them, pelting stones. SP (North) Jitendra Srivastava and Pipraich SHO suffered serious injuries in the melee. Later, police traced Deepak's blood-soaked body around 4 km away, triggering outrage in the area. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognisance of the incident and directed senior officials to rush to the spot, assuring that he culprits will not be spared. DIG Shiv S Channappa and SSP Raj Karan Nayyar met the victim's family and promised swift action. District Magistrate Deepak Meena described the incident as extremely tragic and said continuous action was being taken. One accused has been caught. We have spoken to the family, and their demands have been discussed. Whatever assistance can be provided at both local and higher levels will be ensured. First, the post-mortem will be conducted and cremation performed, after which we will again hold talks with the family, he said. Deepak's grieving mother broke down, demanding that her son's killers be given the death penalty. SSP Raj Karan Nayyar, who camped at the site along with senior officials, said the situation was later brought under control, with PAC and additional forces deployed. Meanwhile, Deepak's father, Durgesh Gupta, alleged police negligence, claiming that his son could have been saved if authorities had acted promptly. The family has demanded Rs 1 crore compensation, a government job, and strict action against both the smugglers and erring policemen. SSP Nayyar said the report about the incident was received around 3. 30 am. The smugglers had arrived in two pickup vans, one of which was able to flee the spot while the other got stuck, and the young man (Deepak) had gone after it. One of the people from the stuck pickup van was caught by the villagers, and he was hospitalised. The police immediately reached the spot. The youth (Deepak) received injuries to his head, apparently because of which he unfortunately died. The autopsy report will confirm it. A complaint has been received from the family, and further legal actions have been initiated, Nayyar told reporters. He said some of the accused have been identified, and five police teams are working on the case to quickly apprehend them.
19-Year-Old NEET Aspirant Shot Dead By Cattle Smugglers, Tension Erupts In Gorakhpur
The incident took place on Monday noon when a group of cattle smugglers arrived in three separate vehicles to steal livestock from a village.
NEW DELHI: The Indian Railways is considering measures to make the On-Board Housekeeping Staff (OBHS) more courteous and leave a positive impression on passengers during their journey. In the new initiative, currently being introduced, proves successful, OBHS personnel will begin introducing themselves to passengers at the start of the journey in an effort to build trust and establish a good rapport with the passengers. With this aim in mind, Indian Railways has instructed all its zones to conduct counselling sessions for OBHS staff. In an official communication issued by the Railway Board to all zones, the railway has proposed system improvements following a recent on-board inspection. These improvements include counselling for the housekeeping staff. All OBHS staff should be counselled to introduce themselves at the beginning of the journey and build trust of passengers, the Railway Board directive stated. The directive also emphasises that OBHS staff should be available to assist passengers throughout the journey. Stressing the importance of consistency, the Railway has further instructed that daily counselling sessions for OBHS staff must be carried out to ensure that these practices are adhered to regularly. Additionally, the chiefs of all zones have been directed to ensure strict compliance with these instructions. According to available information, the OBHS scheme was initially launched by the Railway Board in 2006 as a pilot project in six Mail and Express trains. Following its success, the service was subsequently extended to additional trains. As per official data, the scheme is now operational in over 1,200 pairs of key Mail and Express trains. Under this initiative, the cleanliness of coaches, toilets, and other on-board facilities is managed by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). Despite these efforts, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), in its 2023 audit of OBHS conducted across 15 trains, identified several discrepancies. The report was tabled in both Houses of Parliament. Notably, the CAG stated that in 13 out of the 15 audited trains including the Bilaspur Rajdhani Express, PuneSecunderabad Shatabdi Express, KotaPatna Express, Darjeeling Mail, and Gorakhpur Weekly Express deficiencies such as choked and stinking lavatories and wash basins, soiled linen stored in doorway areas, and dirty vestibule areas were observed during the audit. The CAG also stated, The shortfall in inspections, coupled with a large number of instances of deficiencies against contractual provisions, was indicative of the need for strengthening control over the contractors. Side by side, the CAG has further suggested that the Railways must ensure full implementation of the Railway Boards directives, including surprise inspections by authorities on all operating Mail and Express trains. Meanwhile, a senior source in the Ministry of Railways told TNIE on Thursday that the Railway is taking the CAG's audit report seriously and has begun working in mission mode to implement both the CAGs recommendations and the Railways own guidelines for improving the functioning of OBHS.
Amid Nepal protests, security heightened in seven border districts in Uttar Pradesh
LUCKNOW: With Nepal being in the grip of violent protests, the Uttar Pradesh government issued directives to the state police administration to remain on high alert across all seven border districts with the Himalayan nation. The move came after the resignation of Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli following days of anti-government protests led by young demonstrators against corruption and a controversial social media ban order. After the state governments directives, UP Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Krishna ordered round-the-clock surveillance, intensified patrolling, and deployment of additional police personnel in Shravasti, Balrampur, Bahraich, Pilibhit, Lakhimpur Kheri, Siddharthnagar and Maharajganj -- the seven districts which share a 600-km long border with Nepal. Moreover, a special control room has also been set up at the Police Headquarters in Lucknow to assist Indian nationals stranded in Nepal. Three helpline numbers, including one WhatsApp number, will remain operational 247 0522-2390257, 0522-2724010, and 9454401674 (WhatsApp also on 9454401674). According to ADG (Law & Order) Amitabh Yash, the UP Police is fully committed to maintaining law and order in the state and providing all possible assistance to Indian citizens stranded in Nepal. While the India-Nepal border has not been sealed, vigil has been stepped up. The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), which guards the open porous border with the neighbouring Himalayan state, has intensified patrolling to prevent infiltration of anti-social elements. Commissioner of Devipatan division, Shashi Lal Bhushan Sushil, instructed district magistrates of Balrampur, Shravasti and Bahraich to coordinate closely with police and SSB authorities. Nepal's youth vs the 'nepo kids': A generation rises against a broken system The heightened alert follows violent protests in Kathmandu, and several other cities, where protesters stormed and torched the Parliament house, the Presidents office at Shital Niwas, and residences of top leaders. At least 19 people were killed and more than 500 injured in police firing and clashes. The unrest in Nepal was fuelled by the governments decision to ban 26 major social media platforms, including Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and YouTube, citing revenue and cybersecurity concerns. Although the ban was later revoked, the crackdown fuelled public anger, with demonstrators demanding an end to corruption and greater accountability in governance. The protests have spread to border towns like Nepalgunj bordering Bahraich district of UP. Here schools and businesses remained closed for a second straight day. Protesters indulged in violence near Sonouli town, near Maharajganj district in Uttar Pradesh in Gorakhpur division. It is located on the Indo-Nepal border and is a well-known transit point between India and Nepal in eastern UP. The protestors set government offices afire and indulged in vandalism on the other side of the border. SSB sleuths nabbed nine prisoners from Nepal who had escaped from jail taking advantage of the unrest and had entered India. The SSP rounded up four Nepali prisoners at Sonouli border in Maharajganj and five at Khunwa border in Siddharthnagar. The security agencies are grilling them. With the borders with Nepal in Bahraich, Lakhimpur Kheri and Maharjganj sealed, over 200 Indian truckers were stranded on the Nepal side fearing damage to their vehicles by troublemakers. There is a long 8-km queue of Indian trucks at Sonouli border. Nepals Gen Z has done their part. What's next?
Border dispute with China, Pakistans proxy war against India biggest challenges: CDS Chauhan
LUCKNOW: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan Friday said geopolitics and war could not be seen in isolation, as war is a medium to achieve political ambitions. He claimed that India's border dispute with China remained one of the biggest challenges for the country with Pakistan's proxy war against India being the next major issue. While speaking at two different events in Gorakhpur on Friday, the CDS said that while China's border dispute remained the biggest challenge, Islamabad's strategy had always been to 'bleed India by a thousand cuts.' He felt that the challenges before countries were not momentary and that they existed in different forms. I think the boundary dispute with China is India's biggest challenge and will continue to remain so. The second major challenge is Pakistans proxy war against India, with a strategy of 'bleed India by a thousand cuts', Anil Chauhan told the gathering. The CDS also said that the changed domains of war were another challenge for the nations. It now includes cyber and space. Both of our opponents are nuclear powers and it will always remain a challenge to decide what kind of operations we want to undertake against them, he added. Delving deep into Operation Sindoor , where India had targeted terrorist infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, in retaliation against the April 22 Pahalgam attack, CDS Chauhan said that the armed forces had full operational freedom during the operation and the aim was to draw a red line to our patience. We had full operational freedom, including planning and selection of targets, during Operation Sindoor. The aim was not to avenge the terrorist attack, but to draw a red line of our patience, he added. He went on to say that Operation Sindoor was a multi-domain operation, which included cyber warfare and coordination among military wings. While addressing a session on 'National Security Challenges in front of India,' General Chauhan felt that war and geopolitics could not be treated in isolation, as war was a medium to fulfil the political ambitions. In Prussia, now Germany, a famous political scientist said that war is an extension of politics. War and geopolitics cannot be seen in isolation. War is a medium to achieve political ambitions, he said. He laid stress on the government and the military working in tandem for securing countrys national interest. He said that in a democracy, the military works under political leadership. In a democracy, the military works under political leadership. When a government believes that force is needed to protect national interests, a military officer like me has two duties: to provide more options to the government for using forces, and to build the governments confidence in the military so it can take bigger decisions, added the CDS. Chauhan said that after the army's clash with Chinese forces in Galwan and the Balakot airstrikes, the government allowed all three wings of the military to have emergency procurement. The CDS said that after Balakot airstrikes, which were done by India in response to the brutal Pulwama terror attack in February 2019, both India and Pakistan learned lessons, leading to enhancement of military capabilities. India focused on long-range precision strikes, and Pakistan likely focused on air defence, he said. Talking about the tactics India used over the years to target Pakistan's military infrastructure, Chauhan said that for the surgical strike after the Uri terror attack in 2016, Indian forces entered Pakistan by land and destroyed terrorist camps, and after the Pulwama attack, they opted for airstrikes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The CDS said that by the time the brutal terror attack happened in Pahalgam, this year on April 22, in which 26 people were killed the Indian forces had already enhanced our precision strike capabilities. He added, We tried to use lower airspace to maintain surprise and control escalation. But when we discussed with political leadership, we concluded that using drones and loitering munitions alone would not achieve our objectives. Chauhan added that to destroy Bahawalpur and Muridke, two of the nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir that India targeted during Operation Sindoor, airstrikes were necessary. He said that political backing and discretion were essential to carry out the operation. During Operation Sindoor, we had both, with a clear message: destroy the terrorist camps, but only retaliate if our forces were attacked. General Chauhan arrived in Gorakhpur on Thursday. He joined UP CM Yogi Adityanath for the foundation stone-laying of the Gorkha War Memorial's renovation and the Gorkha Museum. He also offered prayers at the Gorakhnath temple.
Gorkha War Memorial renovation marks legacy of bravery, says CDS Chauhan
Gorakhpur, Sep 5: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Friday visited the Gorakhnath temple in Uttar Pradeshs Gorakhpur to attend the annual Vyakhyanmala held on the death anniversary of Mahant Digvijaynath Maharaj and Mahant Avedyanath Maharaj. He addressed a session on National Security Challenges in front of India in the presence of [] The post Gorkha War Memorial renovation marks legacy of bravery, says CDS Chauhan appeared first on Northlines .
She Was Eating Away My Money: UP Mans Cold-Blooded Confession After Killing Wife
The man shot dead his wife in Gorakhpur over money issues. She collapsed on the spot and was declared dead on arrival at a nearby hospital.
CDS Anil Chauhan Visits Gorakhnath Temple, Pays Tribute To Gorkha Legacy
Gorakhpur, Sep 5: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Friday visited the Gorakhnath temple in Uttar Pradeshs Gorakhpur to attend the annual Vyakhyanmala held on the death anniversary of Mahant Digvijaynath Maharaj and Mahant Avedyanath Maharaj. He addressed a session on National Security Challenges in front of India in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Highlighting the complex nature of Indias security environment, General Chauhan said the country shares borders with seven nations, making its strategic [] The post CDS Anil Chauhan Visits Gorakhnath Temple, Pays Tribute To Gorkha Legacy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
In a shocking incident in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, Vishwakarma Chauhan was arrested for fatally shooting his wife, Mamta Chauhan, in a crowded market. The tragic event stemmed from a heated dispute over their pending divorce, child support demands, and farmland transfer.
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Think tank NAPi urges FM to impose highest GST slab on foods high in fat, sugar, salt
NEW DELHI: A national think tank on nutrition has urged the Finance Minister and GST Council Chairperson Nirmala Sitharaman to classify foods high in fat, sugar, or salt (HFSS) and ultra-processed foods (UPFs) as 'sin goods' or demerit goods, as they are linked to adverse health impacts. The think tank said that these products should attract the highest GST slab to discourage their consumption. In a letter addressed to Sitharaman, Nutrition Advocacy in Public Interest (NAPi), which consists of independent medical experts, paediatricians and nutritionists, also said that additional revenues generated from such taxation should be used to fund health promotion, nutrition education, and incentives for the production of minimally processed foods. Dr Arun Gupta, a paediatrician, nutrition advocate and NAPi Convener, told TNIE , Considering rising consumption of ultra-processed food products and resultant obesity, the GST council could consider these products to be placed in the highest brackets and make it a health tax. The revenue thus generated may be used for incentives to minimally processed and whole foods to enhance healthy eating patterns, he suggested. GST reforms likely before Diwali, rollout may start by late September The experts, who included Dr Vandana Prasad, Community Paediatrician, Public Health Resource Network (PHRN) and Jan Swasthya Abhiayan; Prof. HPS Sachdev, Senior Paediatrician and Epidemiologist and Deepika Srivastava, former senior adviser Economic Advisory Council (EAC) to the Prime Minister, in their letter expressed deep concern regarding the rising burden of obesity, diabetes and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India. They said these are directly linked to unhealthy dietary patterns driven by high consumption of HFSS and UPFs. This fact calls for reducing their consumption, the letter stressed. The letter highlighted that the Union Health Ministry issued a statement in 2021 that pointed out the growing epidemic of NCDs and its close association with unhealthy diets. It said that recently, Union Health Minister JP Nadda also underscored the vulnerability of children to unhealthy foods and the marketing practices that promote them. Quoting the Dietary Guidelines for Indians 2024 (Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Nutrition) ICMR-NIN report, the health experts said it provided clear evidence that over 56.4 per cent of deaths in India are related to unhealthy diets, with HFSS and UPFs identified as major contributors. They said this is consistent with the Economic Survey of India 2024-25, which identified dietary risks due to UPFs as a significant driver of health and economic burdens and called for stringent regulations. UPF's consumption is sharply rising in India, from $900 million $ in 2006 to $37 billion $ in 2019, according to Euromonitor. So is obesity and diabetes showing a rapid rise during this time period. Given that unprocessed and minimally processed foods are expensive, it drives people to buy the cheaper UPFs, the letter added. Thus, they suggested that the GST Council, in its meeting next week, could classify HFSS and UPFs as 'sin goods' or demerit goods, alongside tobacco and alcohol, given their established negative impact on human health, harmonising with and using the definitions provided in the Dietary Guidelines by ICMR-NIN. Place these products in the highest GST slab (28 per cent or above) to discourage consumption through appropriate pricing, said the letter, which was also signed by Dr Rekha Harish, former Professor and HOD of Pediatrics, Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (HIMSR) and Professor and HOD of Pediatrics, Government Medical College and Hospital (GMC) Jammu; Prof KP Kushwaha, Pediatrician and Former Principal, Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur, UP; Dr Prasanta Tripathy, Co-founder Ekjut; Dr JP Dadhich, child health and nutrition advocate; Dr Nupur Bidla, social work professional and Reema Dutta, public health and nutrition professional. To buttress their suggestion, the experts also shared that global experience affirms the effectiveness of such fiscal measures. Citing Mexico as an example, they said that in 2014, the government taxed sugary drinks and calorie-dense snacks. This led to a measurable decline in purchases and increased substitution with healthier alternatives. Similarly, in 2016, Chile's government levied higher taxes combined with front-of-pack warning labels, which significantly reduced consumption of unhealthy drinks by 24 per cent, the letter added. A strong fiscal measure such as higher GST for HFSS and UPFs will not only reduce consumption but also help halt obesity and generate resources to strengthen public health systems. We, therefore, urge the GST Council, in its deliberations on September 3-4 , to take cognisance of this urgent need and align Indias tax policy with the nations nutrition and health priorities, the letter added.
Gorakhpur emerges as investor hotspot under CM Yogi: UP Government
Gorakhpur, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is emerging as a significant industrial hub due to incentive-driven policies and improved connectivity. GIDA has allocated 182 acres for 54 new units, attracting major investments from companies like PepsiCo, Adani Group's Ambuja Cement and Coca-Cola's Amrit Bottlers. Further investments are expected from Reliance Consumer Products and Shree Cements, boosting the region's industrial growth.
BJP MLA flags expansion of mazar, UP govt orders probe
Deoria: Authorities in this Uttar Pradesh district have launched an inquiry into the alleged illegal expansion of a mazar adjacent to an overbridge on the Deoria-Gorakhpur road following a complaint from local BJP MLA Shalabh Mani Tripathi. Acting on the MLAs June 25 complaint to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Principal Secretary Sanjay Prasad has directed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
UP: Action taken against officers absent from CM Yogi's review meeting in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took strict action against five officers absent from a Gorakhpur review meeting. Divisional Commissioner Anil Dhingra stopped their one-day salary and recommended departmental action. The CM also addressed public grievances at a Janata Darshan, assuring prompt and transparent resolution.
Retired DySP tied up and assaulted by wife and sons over post-retirement benefits in MP
BHOPAL: In a shocking incident, a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) was allegedly tied up and assaulted by his wife and two sons in a bid to obtain his post-retirement financial benefits, in Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh. The incident is believed to have taken place on 20 August at the residence of 62-year-old retired DySP Pratipal Singh Yadav in Chandavani village, under the jurisdiction of Bhonti police station. However, it only came to light after a video of the assault went viral on social media on Saturday. In the video, Yadav is seen wearing only underwear, with his legs tied with a rope while one of his sons restrains him to prevent escape. His wife, two sons, and another unidentified youth are also seen in the video, ensuring he remains confined. Confirming the incident, Sub-Divisional Officer of Police (SDOP, Pichhore) Prashant Sharma said that preliminary investigations revealed Yadav had retired a few months ago, with his last posting in neighbouring Sheopur district. Our probe has confirmed that the retired DySP, Pratipal Singh Yadav, was tied up by his wife Maya Yadav and sons Akash and Abhas Yadav. They assaulted him while he was held captive and later fled with his bank ATM card. A case of robbery and wrongful confinement has been registered against the accused, and a search is underway to locate them, Sharma said on Sunday. Yadav had reportedly been estranged from his wife and sons for the past 15 years. While he has been living in Madhya Pradesh, his wife and two sons reside in Jhansi district of neighbouring Uttar Pradesh. Their daughter is currently pursuing an MBBS degree in Gorakhpur. Following his retirement, Yadav received 20 lakh from his provident fund, while a further 33 lakh in post-retirement benefits is still pending. His wife and sons allegedly attempted to forcibly take him to Jhansi to access the funds. Failing to do so despite assaulting him on 20 August, they fled the village in Shivpuri district with his ATM card.
Nagpur University vice-chancellor, wife killed as car rams into parked trailer in UP's Mau
LUCKNOW: In a major road tragedy, the vice-chancellor of a government university in Maharashtras Nagpur and his wife were killed, and another person was injured, after their car collided with a trailer parked near Basharathpur in Mau district of eastern Uttar Pradesh, police said. According to Raj Kumar Singh, inspector-in-charge of Doharighat police station in Mau, the deceased included Hareram Tripathi, 58, vice-chancellor of Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University in Ramtek, and his wife Badami Devi, 56. Both were residents of Mirganj in Gopalganj district of Bihar and were returning home from Nagpur when they met with the fatal accident. However, Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Anoop Kumar confirmed that the mishap allegedly happened in Kusma village on the GorakhpurVaranasi highway in the Doharighat police station area of Mau district, when their car collided with a parked trailer truck. Vaibhav Mishra, 35, the driver of the ill-fated car, who was injured in the accident, told the police that Professor Tripathi started driving the car after the driver felt sleepy. As the car reached near Basharathpur in the Doharighat area of Mau, the tyre got punctured and the car rammed into the trailer, he said. Police said that both bodies were sent for post-mortem and the driver was admitted to hospital for medical intervention. Sampurnanand Sanskrit University vice-chancellor Bihari Lal Sharma expressed condolences on the sudden demise of the former vice-chancellor. I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the sudden demise of Prof. Hareram Tripathi Ji, former vice-chancellor of Sampurnanand Sanskrit University and current vice-chancellor of Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University, Ramtek, and his wife Badami Devi in a road accident. I pray to Baba Vishwanath Ji for the peace of their souls. Om Shanti: Shanti: Shanti:
The Ministry of Railways announced a milestone in green energy innovation. It has commissioned India's first removable solar panel system installed between railway tracks in THIS UP city.
UP man beaten to death over theft suspicion; Body found on road
A Muslim man died after being brutally assaulted by a group on suspicion of theft. His lifeless body was found on Sunday, August 17, lying by the roadside in Thathauli village in Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh. The deceased has been identified as 48-year-old Mushtaq Ali, a resident of Badgo village. A disturbing video Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Yogi Adityanath Inaugurates Uttar Pradesh's First Green Hydrogen Plant In Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday inaugurated the state's first and the country's second green hydrogen plant at Khanimpur village in Gorakhpur district, set up by Torrent Gas and Torrent Power.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates Regency Hospital in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday inaugurated Regency Hospital at Medical College Road in Gulharia, Gorakhpur.
8-Year-Old Girl Dies After Falling Into Uncovered Drain, Swept For 50 Meters In UPs Gorakhpur
An 8-year-old girl, Afreen, fell into a drain in Gorakhpur, UP, amid heavy rains. Locals found her body 50 meters downstream. She was taken to the hospital but declared dead.
Kanwariyas Found Bone in Their Food in UP Restaurant? No, Video Is Unrelated!
The incident took place on 31 July in Gorakhpur, whereas the Kanwar Yatra ended on 23 July.
LUCKNOW: The Monsoon Session of Uttar Pradesh legislature took off to a fiery start with the issues of the merger of government basic schools and the proposed privatization of DISCOMs ruling the proceedings while UP CM Yogi Adityanath launched a blistering attack on opposition, especially, the Samajwadi Party for its alleged negative politics. Calling SP and democracy tow opposite banks of a river which can never meet, the CM accused the SP of hiding behind a faade of democracy, here, on Monday. The proceedings were conducted amid oppositions slogan shouting and uproar witnessing multiple adjournments. Ultimately, Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana adjourned the proceedings till 11 am on Tuesday. While speaking on the floor of the house, CM Yogi accused the Samajwadi Party (SP) of subjecting traders to atrocities and a goonda tax during its rule. He targeted SPs negative politics in Sambhal, Bahraich, and Gorakhpur, while cautioning Leader of Opposition Mata Prasad Pandeywhom he acknowledged as a senior leaderagainst being used as a pawn for others vested interests. CM Yogi intensified his criticism of the Samajwadi Party for opposing the Gorakhpur Heritage Corridor, calling its stance anti-development. Outlining the project, he said the corridor will link iconic landmarks, including Ghantagharthe citys oldest marketand Gitapress. Meanwhile, ahead of Monsoon Session, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath outlined the governments agenda for Uttar Pradeshs journey towards a Viksit state. The CM informed the media persons during an interaction at state assembly that on August 13 and 14, the House would hold a continuous 24-hour discussion on this vision, a consensus for which was reached in the all-party meeting. CM Yogi said the sessionheld in the third year of the Amrit Kaalwould chart a decisive course for development, with the government set to present a 25-year action plan in the Assembly. The CM said the state government was advancing with the vision of Viksit UP to contribute to the national resolve of a self-reliant and developed India. This vision, prepared in collaboration with NITI Aayog and experts, would ensure participation from all sections of society. Significantly, the state government intends to incorporate the opinion of the general public in the vision document for Viksit Uttar Pradesh. By 2047, when India becomes a developed nation, Uttar Pradesh too will stand proudly as a Developed Uttar Pradesh, claimed CM Yogi. Later, on the floor of house, Yogi said that traders opposed leader of oppositions recent visit to Gorakhpur because of bitter memories of SP-era fear and Goonda Tax. The traders have not forgotten the exploitation they suffered under SP rule. You went there uninvited, trying to obstruct development, and they respectfully opposed you, he said, stressing that people cannot expect either security or development from SP. Recalling the infamous Sambhal incident under the SP regime, CM Yogi said the present dispensation was carrying out a purification drive in the area to undo the negativity spread by the Samajwadis. SP is still clinging to its old habits, opposing development at every step, he remarked. The BJP and NDA governments are committed to developmentbut SP simply cannot tolerate it, he asserted.
CBI books AIIMS-Bhubaneswar officer, five others for jobs scam using forged documents
NEW DELHI: The CBI has booked an officer of AIIMS-Bhubaneswar and five others for alleged corruption in the recruitment to Group-B and Group-C posts using forged documents, officials said on Saturday. The agency acted on the findings of its preliminary enquiry registered by it in March that prima facie showed a case of criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery, and bribery. Assistant Administrative Officer of AIIMS-Bhubaneswar's recruitment cell Sudhir Kumar Pradhan, along with five others -- Rajashree Panda, Sangram Mishra, Sai Sagar Kar, Shri Sambit Mishra, and Sruti Sagar Kar -- have been booked by the CBI in connection with the case, officials said. The CBI has alleged that Sruti Sagar Kar, an employee of Bombay Intelligence Security (India) Limited (BIS), had conspired to secure permanent employment for his relatives and family members at AIIMS-Bhubaneswar. The recruitment process was compromised using forged educational and work experience certificates for posts advertised on July 1, 2023. It is alleged that Panda (Sruti Sagar Kar's wife), Sangram Mishra, Sai Sagar Kar and Sambit Mishra had secured the jobs on the basis of forged educational documents issued by Shree College of Paramedical Sciences, Ghaziabad. Further, no such college or university infrastructure i.e the college and Allied Healthcare Council of India to which the college is affiliated, was found to exist at the addresses mentioned on their website, the FIR has alleged. The CBI also detected irregularities regarding work experience. Certificates showing their service at B R D Medical College in Gorakhpur, in roles like sanitary inspector and medical record technician, were found to be fake. The certificates were fabricated and allegedly arranged by Sruti Sagar Kar in conspiracy with the applicants and others, officials said. The preliminary enquiry showed that Pradhan played a pivotal role in the conspiracy as he did not bring to the notice of higher authorities that the verification letter sent to the Ghaziabad institute had returned undelivered, allowing the four candidates to continue with their jobs.
Two youths shot in Gorakhpur after calling a man 'motu'
In Gorakhpur, a body-shaming incident escalated into violence. Arjun Chauhan and Asif Khan were arrested for shooting and injuring two men. The victims, Anil Chauhan and Shubham Chauhan, had allegedly mocked Arjun's weight. The incident occurred after a community feast near Tarkulha Devi Temple. Police have registered a case and recovered a countrymade pistol.
BJP government in UP fundamentally against education, democratic rights: Akhilesh Yadav
LUCKNOW: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday launched a fierce attack on the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh, accusing it of being fundamentally against education and democratic rights. Addressing the media at the Janeshwar Mishra Park here, Yadav criticised the state government's recent actions targeting the SP's 'PDA Pathshala' campaign, where volunteers have been conducting informal classes in areas where primary schools were recently shut or merged. Calling the BJP he biggest mafia for being against education, Yadav said even the British never filed FIRs for running educational initiatives. The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister also condemned the filing of police cases against PDA Pathshala volunteers and asserted that such classes would continue until the government reopens the shut schools and appoints teachers and principals. This is not going to stop because of police threats, Yadav said. He demanded the complete rollback of the school merger plan and the immediate reopening of closed primary schools. Yadav pointed out that when the Samajwadi Party was in power, it set up new schools and launched innovative education models, including cultural schools in the state capital. He accused the BJP of failing to support or sustain the initiative. Citing the recent roof collapse incident at a school in the chief minister's home district that left students injured, Yadav said the poor condition of schools highlights the government's neglect. The SP leader also targeted the state's Panchayati Raj Department for allegedly issuing a controversial letter that selectively focused on specific castes and communities. He called it unconstitutional and said the party would take the matter to court. If any illegality is committed, action must be taken, but targeting people based on caste or religion is against the Constitution, he added, urging the judiciary to take suo motu notice. The directive referred to by Yadav has already been withdrawn, and the joint director concerned of the department who issued it has been suspended with immediate effect from Monday. Meanwhile, Yadav claimed the BJP has no real achievements to show the public, and it instead resorts to false cases and arrests. He alleged that the BJP was attempting to appropriate the SP's legacy by putting up its own signboards at the entrance of the Janeshwar Mishra Park -- a public space developed under the previous SP government -- and said the current administration had allowed the park to fall into neglect. On the recent political developments, Yadav reiterated his support for the PDA (Pichhda, Dalit, Alpsankhyak) alliance, stating that attempts to suppress it would only strengthen its resolve. He also accused the BJP of trying to divert attention from real issues such as inflation, unemployment, corruption, and flood devastation. Yadav alleged that instead of providing relief, the government was distributing stale food to flood victims in Prayagraj, while many areas lacked clean water, toilets, and medical facilities. Rs 20,000 crore has been spent, but homes remain submerged, he said, pointing to similar situations in Varanasi and Gorakhpur, both cities that received heavy Smart City funding. He accused the BJP leaders of illegally grabbing land in cities like Lucknow, Ayodhya, and Varanasi, including wetlands and ponds, and challenged the media to examine land registry records to expose the extent of the encroachments. Yadav also raised concerns about the alleged tampering with voter rolls under the pretext of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign in poll-bound Bihar. He said the Samajwadi Party had submitted affidavits to the Election Commission about 18,000 missing voters who had voted in 2019 but found their names deleted in 2022. Despite this, he said, no explanation or action had been taken by the commission. Calling the BJP's claims about foreign investments and economic growth hollow, Yadav said the ruling party only pays lip service to swadeshi values while embracing foreign interests in practice. They don't even understand what the economy is, he said, criticising the state and central governments for failing to address the growing economic distress in the country.
Who is IAS officer Deepak Meena? IIT alumnus who cracked UPSC in first attempt, now becomesDMof...
Deepak Meena was an IIT alumnus who prepared for the UPSC exam and cracked it on his first attempt. He was given the UP cadre where he served as DM of Meerut, Ghaziabad and now he is given the responsibility to administer Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's home district of Gorakhpur.
Video: UP men plant chicken bones in veg plate to defame Biryani restaurant
A group of men created a scene at an Uttar Pradesh biryani restaurant, alleging to have found chicken bones in one of their vegetarian plates. However, CCTV footage revealed one of them purposely planted the bones. The incident occurred on July 31 at Shastri Chowk in Gorakhpur district at a restaurant called Biryani Bay. A Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
DDU 2025 seat allotment result out for UG and PG courses: Check details, direct link here
DDU Seat Allotment Result 2025 Declared at ddugu.ac.in: Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDU) has announced the 2025 seat allotment results for various UG and PG courses, available on ddugu.ac.in. Students can check their results using their DDURN or Form Number. Seat allotment results for BA (Hons), B.Sc. (Maths/Bio) Hons, B.Tech, and other courses will be declared later.
Close to 3500 of over 60,000 new recruits in UP police drop out of training
LUCKNOW: After going through the rigours of the recruitment during the biggest ever recruitment drive to appoint 60,244 constables in UP Police, over 3568 candidates selected have left the job at the onset. After the selection process for 60,244 posts, comprising 48195 for men and 12049 for women, under -- Recruitment 2023 -- was completed, 3568 candidates did not even join the job. Over 100 candidates joined the department but resigned after participating in the initial sessions of training. The recruitment process commenced in December 2023 with a plan to induct 20 per cent women, leading to 12049 female candidates in the police force. Initially, the examination for the recruitment was held in February 2024, but had to be cancelled due to the paper leak. The process restarted in August 2024, and the exam was conducted. Approximately 50 lakh candidates applied for this exam. However, at the time of examination in August 2024, about 30 per cent of the aspirants did not appear in the exam. The final result of the exam was declared on March 13, 2025. On June 15, in the presence of Amit Shah, appointment letters were distributed to the selected candidates at a grand event in state capital, Lucknow. From June 21, a month-long JTC (joining Training Course) of the selected candidates started and it culminated in their main training beginning at the Recruitment Training Centres (RTC) from July 21. Finally, at the time of joining, instead of 48,195, only 45,055 men joined, and instead of 12,049 women, only 11,621 female candidates joined the training. Out of 60,244, only 56,676 candidates joined. The remaining 3568 candidates distanced themselves from the police job. Former DGP and DG Training Sukhkan Singh feels that when the youngsters are jobless, not joining even after being selected is beyond understanding. There could be several reasons for this. When such candidates do not join, the positions that remain vacant are re-advertised. The recruitment process for those positions is started afresh. According to an officer associated with the training claimed that a few candidates had resigned after joining the training. The number of such candidates is reported to be more than 100. A few of them were selected for the post of Village Development Officer. Meanwhile, there were a few people who could not bear the rigors of the training. A candidate from Deoria district in eastern UP quit simply because he could not wake up at 5 am in the morning. He was appointed in the Ghazipur district. Initially, his father tried to convince him, but when it didn't work, the candidate went to the SP office and submitted his resignation. Similarly, trainee constable Tarun Kumar committed suicide by jumping from a three-storey barrack in Firozabad Police Line on July 23, 2025. In Bulandshahr Police Line on July 26, 2025, trainee constable Bhupendra attempted suicide by consuming a poisonous substance. He was referred to a higher centre in critical condition. A resident of Hathras, Bhupendra had returned from home just a day before. Meanwhile, over 9,000 constables, comprising 5,914 men and 3,533 women are receiving training across 10 training institutes (ATC, PTC, and PTS). Additionally, 4,302 candidates, comprising 2,800 men and 1,502 women are receiving training across all commissionerates. Meanwhile, in the Agra zone, there are 3,250 men, in Bareilly zone, there are 2,800 men and 1,900 women, in Gorakhpur, there are 3,348 men and 1,005 women, and in Kanpur zone there are 1,986 men and 1,104 women. Similarly, in Lucknow zone, there are 3,380 men and 600 women, in Meerut zone, there are 3,048 men, in Prayagraj 3,051 men, and in Varanasi, 3,355 men and 605 women are undergoing training. Meanwhile, in the PAC battalion, 12,407 men and 1,533 women are undergoing training. This includes training for 284 men and 161 women who are dependents of deceased personnel.
Yogi Adityanath becomes UPs longest-serving CM, surpasses Govind Ballabh Pant's record
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath marks his way into the annals of history by becoming the longest-serving Chief Minister of the State. Surpassing the previous record of eight years and 127 days, held by Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant, the first Chief Minister of the State in independent India, Yogi Adityanath has completed an uninterrupted tenure of eight years, 4 months, and 10 days, reflecting the longevity and a transformative era for the State. Having provided political stability, CM Yogi's tenure reflects a governance marked by reforms, and determination. Above all, his leadership succeeded in putting a leash on criminal syndicates and organised crime in the State. A crime-ridden and chaotic Uttar Pradesh has been transformed into a New Uttar Pradesh -- where rule of law prevails but he has got to go a long way, says Prof AK Mishra, a political scientist. CM Yogi ensures admission of five-year-old within four hours of request Over the past eight years, the Yogi government guided the State towards an improved infrastructure, investment, and employment. From the establishment of AIIMS in Gorakhpur to landmark projects such as the Purvanchal Expressway, Bundelkhand Expressway, and Film City, Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a surge in development. Welfare schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, free ration distribution, Ujjwala Yojana, Kanya Sumangala, and Mission Shakti have impacted the lives for good, says a senior BJP leader. Tenure of other Chief Ministers Govind Vallabh Pant- 8 years 127 days Mayawati- 7 years 127 days (four tenures) Mulayam Singh Yadav- 6 years 274 days Sampurnanand- 5 years 345 days Akhilesh Yadav- 5 years 4 days Narayan Dutt Tiwari- 3 years 314 days Yogi orders grant of land ownership to families displaced from East Pak
Uttar Pradesh CM reviews assembly-wise action plan, road proposals in detail in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a comprehensive review meeting on Thursday with MPs, MLAs, and senior officials to discuss upcoming road infrastructure projects across all assembly constituencies in the Gorakhpur and Basti divisions, as per the official statement.
Ravi Kishan Built House On Drain: Yogi Adityanath's Swipe At BJP MP
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath pulled the leg of actor and BJP MP Ravi Kishan over building a house on top of a drain in Gorakhpur. The comment made at an event where Mr Kishan was also present drew laughter from the audience.
International air travel sees 5 per cent surge in May 2025; Domestic traffic also grow
NEW DELHI: Air passenger traffic in the country continues its growth trajectory month-on-month, with a 3 per cent increase in overall passengers in May 2025 compared to May 2024. Data released by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) reveals a higher demand for international travel, with a 5% increase recorded during the same period. The Air Traffic Report for May, made public by AAI, reveals that 6.76 million passengers flew abroad compared to 6.44 million last year. They form part of the 35.38 million who travelled in May 2025, compared to 34.34 million in May 2024. Air Traffic Movements (flight arrivals and departures) recorded a 5.9 per cent increase, with 2.78 crore movements in May this year compared to 2.63 crore in May last year. A total of 67,62,343 people opted to fly abroad in May 2025, versus 64,41,392 during the same month last year. Relatively smaller airports, compared to the top five, are showing a significant surge in demand for international travel. Goa recorded a nearly 300 per cent surge in international flyers, with 26,211 passengers in May 2025 compared to May 2024. In terms of percentage, Pune followed with a high growth of 85 per cent (34,388 flyers) during the same period. Coimbatore Airport, with 28,809 flyers, registered a 48.4 per cent increase in patronage over the previous year. Mangaluru and Surat saw a 35.1 per cent increase, with 62,159 and 18,790 flyers respectively in May this year. Similarly, Kannur Airport, with 1,00,993 international flyers, and Nagpur, with 10,471 flyers, each recorded a 20.7 per cent increase over their previous figures. The boom in international travel from Bengalurus Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) continued, with 6,05,742 flyers in May this year, up by a significant 25 per cent over the same month last year. In comparison, other major airports like Mumbai (13,42,584 flyers) and Delhi (17,04,549 flyers) recorded single-digit growths of 2.6 per cent and 1.2 per cent, respectively, over their May 2024 figures. Hyderabad recorded a healthy 11.2 per cent increase with 4,52,243 flyers. Domestic front data On the domestic front as well, relatively smaller airports showed strong growth in May 2025 over May 2024. Jharsuguda recorded 40,808 flyers (a 92.2% increase), Jabalpur 46,924 flyers (90.3%), Gorakhpur 1,00,404 flyers (87.5%), Shivamogga 14,104 flyers (80.6%), Agra 22,521 flyers (77.2%), Kanpur 35,720 flyers (58%), Tirupati 1,06,200 flyers (a 53.7% increase), Rajahmundry 54,963 flyers (50.5%), Tiruchirappalli 74,343 flyers (46.5%), Kannur 46,923 flyers (49.6%), Patna 4,07,993 flyers (34.6%), and Bhuj 18,861 flyers (30.8%).
600 women trainee constables protest at UP Gorakhpur centre over CCTV, poor facilities
LUCKNOW: In a serious blow to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths repeated claims of prioritising women's safety, over 600 trainee female constables erupted in protest at the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) training centre in Bichhia, Gorakhpur, on Wednesday morning. The trainees stormed out of their barracks around 8 am, crying and shouting slogans, alleging gross mismanagement, lack of basic amenities, and most shockingly, the alleged installation of CCTV cameras near bathroom areas. The protest began merely two days after the commencement of their training on July 21 and drew the attention of senior police officers as well as human rights observers. According to sources, one of the most disturbing claims made by the visibly distressed trainees was the alleged presence of CCTV cameras in the bathroom galleries. We are being shot, one of the protesting constables said. Multiple trainees echoed the same concern, saying the cameras near the washroom areas made them feel violated and unsafe. Another constable added that officers who visited the camp on Tuesday did not take their complaints seriously. They did nothing to address the issue and instead scolded us, she alleged. The constables also complained about severe overcrowding and lack of facilities. While the centre is designed to accommodate 360 trainees, over 600 women have reportedly been housed there, resulting in crammed and suffocating conditions. There was no electricity the whole night, and no arrangement of a generator. We were awake all night. In the morning, there was no water in the washroom. Only half a litre of water was provided for drinking. The RO system is insufficient. Even the food served is of sub-standard quality, one of the protesting constables said. The trainees maintained they would not resume training until all issues were resolved. Amidst the chaos, another controversy added to the unrest. An official directive reportedly ordering pregnancy tests for unmarried female constables sparked further outrage. According to sources, a letter was issued by DIG Rohan P to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), requesting deployment of a medical team to conduct the tests as part of a general health check-up prior to training. The directive faced immediate backlash, with the trainees calling it discriminatory and invasive. Taking swift action, IG Training Chandra Prakash cancelled the DIGs order. In a new directive, he clarified that no pregnancy tests would be conducted for any female constable. Instead, pregnant trainees may submit an affidavit and be permitted to join a later training batch. Officials clarified that, as per standard police training norms, married female constables are required to undergo pregnancy tests, while unmarried ones must submit affidavits declaring they are not pregnant. Any trainee found to be pregnant is shifted to a later batch and exempted from physical training due to health considerations. However, the manner in which the initial order was issued, allegedly without proper communication or consent, attracted severe criticism from rights advocates and trainees. As the protest gained momentum, senior officials, including PAC Commandant Anand Kumar and Circle Officer Deepanshi Rathore, arrived at the centre to address the constables concerns. A dialogue was held with the protesting women inside the training centre. Following the intervention, the trainees temporarily suspended their protest and returned to the campus, but insisted on the immediate removal of all surveillance cameras from sensitive areas, especially around bathrooms. The main gate of the PAC campus has since been sealed, and no outsider is being allowed to enter.
DDU University Entrance Exam Result 2025: Check counselling date, steps to download scorecard, more
Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University announced UG and PG entrance exam results, revealing girls' dominance across most courses. Online admissions are set to commence on July 24. Entrance exams were conducted from July 4 to 20 for 44 courses, while direct admissions started on July 18 for 27 courses with fewer applicants.
Online applications for admission in BTech courses at Deen Dayal Upadhayay University, Gorakhpur, through JEE Main quota will remain open till July 18. Applications have been invited for 122 seats.
Lucknow diary | Shuklas eagerly wait for Shubhanshus return
As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla inches closer to his return from the International Space Station (ISS), the sense of anticipation is palpable back home in lucknow. The Shuklas, grappling with anxiety during Shubhanshus historic lift-off a fortnight ago, are a bit relaxed now, thanks largely to hubhanshus calm composure and reassuring presence, even from space. The family is happy getting calls from him almost daily. They say he sounds confident. Thats reassuring to the family and makes the wait for his return bearable. The Axion-4 mission entered its 14th day on Wednesday, which means Shukla can now return any day next week. 2 claimants to the chair of Chief Medical Officer The post of Chief Medical Officer of Kanpur is at the centre of high drama played out by claimants. One is dr hari dutt Nemi, the previously suspended CMO. The other is dr Uday Nath, the incumbent CMO. The ruckus began when dr Nemi, who was suspended last month, returned to the office on Wednesday morning and occupied the CMO chair, claiming he got a high Court stay on his suspension. dr Nath hurried to the office, only to find Nemi already seated. A bristling Nath pulled a nearby chair and set up his office in the same room. They even dueled verbally. eventually, Nath shifted to the additional CMOs room. Over 37.21 crore saplings planted in 12-hour drive Uttar Pradesh witnessed another record-breaking feat when 37.21 crore saplings were planted during a 12-hour plantation drive, breaking last years record of 36.5 crore saplings. CM Yogi Adityanath kicked off the campaign -- ek Ped Maa Ke Naam by planting harishankari (peepal, pakar, and banyan) saplings in Ayodhya, Azamgarh and Gorakhpur. A plantation was carried out along the expressways, national and state highways, service lanes, and along rivers and tributaries under the Pavitra dhara Vriksharopan initiative to restore the ecological flow of the rivers. Teak and Sheesham saplings were mainly used on the day. Namita Bajpai Our correspondent in Uttar Pradesh namita.bajpai@ newindianexpress.com
Opposition parties promoted 'one district, one mafia' policy in Uttar Pradesh: CM Adityanath
Addressing an event Gorakhpur, Yogi Adityanath questioned the critics of his government's tree plantation drive
Allahabad HC Raps Officials Over Pond Encroachment, Summons Gorakhpur SSP
The case pertains to a pond measuring 0.214 hectares, recorded in revenue records as non-cultivable submerged land
'A Celebrity Now': How Gorakhpur Teen's Plea To CM Yogi Helped Her Return To School
On July 1, Pankhuri, who had dropped out of school due to unpaid fees, approached CM Yogi Adityanath at the Gorakhnath Temple, pleading for assistance to continue her studies.
Gorakhpur girl returns to school after Yogi's help
A Class 7 student, forced to drop out due to financial constraints, returned to school after the Chief Minister's intervention, sparking a political debate between the ruling party and the opposition.
School Girl Drops Out After Father's Accident. How Yogi Adityanath Helped Her
The girl met Yogi Adityanath at a 'Janta Darshan' (a public grievance redressal program) in Gorakhpur on July 1 and appealed for financial support.
UP School Refuses Fee Waiver For Gorakhpur Girl Despite CM Yogis Promise
The family said the Chief Minister assured them her education would not be disrupted due to financial constraints and promised a fee waiver.
Air passenger traffic across India soars by 6.6% in opening months of fiscal 2025-26
NEW DELHI: The total passenger traffic across airports in India has grown by 6.6% in the first two months of this financial year, compared to the corresponding period last year, reveals the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Srinagar and Amritsar airports, which were closed for some weeks due to the India-Pakistan conflict following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 this year, have reported a steep decline on the patronage front. AAI data reveals that 71.14 million passengers travelled during April-May of 2025 as compared to 66.73 million in the period in 2024. International traffic soared by 8.8% in the period compared with 13.4 million travellers compared to 12.31 million earlier. Domestic traffic has recorded a 6.1% growth with 57.74 million against the previous 66.73 million. A total of 5.54 crore Air Traffic Movement Movements (Arrivals and Departures) have been recorded in April-May 2025, up by 6.5% over the same period last year, the data shows. The freight traffic too has boomed with an 8.1% increase in April and May of 2025 over the previous year by transporting 643.47 metric tonnes. Airports which have been severely impacted due to Indo-Pak tensions were on expected lines - Srinagar and Amritsar. Passenger traffic in Srinagar dipped by a whopping 67.1% in the two months. Srinagar International Airport had a patronage of just 1,61,214 flyers as compared to 4,89,561 earlier. The Sri Guru Ramdas Ji airport in Amritsar too followed suit with 1,56,288 passengers in the first two months of this fiscal as compared to 2,75,837 last year. The top three airports in passenger traffic in the country continue to be Delhi (93,89,191 flyers), Mumbai (65,68,271) and Bengaluru (64,43,050). The KIA airport in Bengaluru continues its non-stop growth trajectory by recording a 6.7% growth over its performance in April-May 2024. However, Delhi has dipped by 1.2% and Mumbai by 0.5% during the compared period. Airports which have done significantly well over their past performance in the two-month period compared in succeeding years are Bhubaneshwar (25.5% over previous period), Tirupati (49.2%), Varanasi (25.8%) Kannur (33.2%), Patna (32.1%), Agra (77.8) and Agati (42.5%), Durgapur (37%), Bhuj (48.6), Cudappah (58.8%), Dharbanga (52.2%), Dehradun (29.1%), Cooch Behar (38.4%), Dimapur (27.4%), Gorakhpur (995) and Hubballi (37.1%), Jabalpur (92.2%), Jaisalmer (86.4%), Kanpur (57%) and Kishangarh (38.9%), Rajahmundry (46.3%) Nanded (28.3%) Kurnool (34.3%) and Shivamogga (85.5%)
Army doctor performs emergency delivery at railway platform with hair clip, pocket knife
An army doctor, Major Rohit Bachwala, delivered a baby girl on a Jhansi railway platform using a hair clip and pocket knife. A pregnant woman on the Panvel-Gorakhpur Express went into labor and was deboarded. Major Bachwala, waiting for his train, stepped in to help, creating a makeshift delivery area.
SAD leader Majithia sent to 14 days judicial custody in disproportionate assets case
CHANDIGARH: Senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, who is the brother-in-law of party president Sukhbir Singh Badal, was today sent to 14 days judicial custody in a disproportionate assets case by a court in Mohali. Amid tight security arrangements, Majithia was produced before the court. The police also detained several prominent SAD leaders and workers in different parts of the state in the morning to prevent them from coming towards Mohali. Speaking to the media after the court hearing, public prosecutors Ferry Sofat and Preet Inderpal Singh said Majithia has been sent to judicial custody for two weeks and will be lodged in the New Jail at Nabha. During investigations, many things have come to the fore during the remand period, Sofat said. Preet Inderpal said under the provisions of the law, if an investigating agency feels that remand is again required based on new facts emerging during the investigation, an application can be moved before the court to seek the remand. On the other hand, Arshdeep Singh Kler, counsel for Majithia, claimed the investigating agency does not have anything to back their case. The government only wants to suppress the voice of the Akali Dal. The police did not have proof in the drug case till today, and now in the disproportionate assets case, they did not find any asset. They only created media hype around the case, Kler alleged. Earlier, on July 2, a court here had extended the vigilance remand of Majithia by four more days. The next date of hearing is now set for July 19. Sources said Majithia was taken to Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday to gather evidence related to Saraya Industries. Majithia, on July 1, had moved the Punjab and Haryana High Court against the DA case, in which the next date of hearing has been fixed for July 8. He had termed it political witch-hunting and vendetta for being a vocal critic of the present government. In his petition, he sought appropriate relief against his illegal arrest and the subsequent remand granted in the FIR registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The said FIR is a result of political witch-hunting and vendetta, initiated by the present political dispensation with the sole object of maligning and harassing the petitioner, who has been a vocal critic and political opponent, the petition read. The petitioner submitted that the FIR registered against him is patently illegal, while his arrest was carried out in gross violation of settled legal procedures. The Punjab Vigilance Bureau had arrested Majithia on June 25 in a DA case allegedly involving the laundering of Rs 540 crore of drug money. In the fresh FIR registered against Majithia, the agency claimed that preliminary investigations revealed more than Rs 540 crore of drug money had been laundered through several means and that it was allegedly facilitated by Majithia. This FIR against Majithia stems from an ongoing investigation being conducted by a Punjab Police Special Investigation Team into a drug case. In 2021, Majithia was booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The action was taken on the basis of a 2018 report of the anti-drug Special Task Force. Majithia had spent more than five months in Patiala Central Jail and walked out of prison in August 2022 after the Punjab and Haryana High Court granted him bail.
