No religion has such rich tradition of festivals as Sanatan Dharma: Yogi Adityanath on Holi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the significance of Sanatan Dharma's rich festival traditions during the Holi celebrations in Gorakhpur. He emphasized the importance of unity and maintaining an intact country, noting that India progresses through its festivals. Adityanath also referenced the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, which saw 66 crore attendees and showcased the inclusive nature of Sanatan Dharma.

Spirit of unity in festivals greatest strength of Sanatan Dharma: Yogi

GORAKHPUR, Mar 13: Goraksha Peethadheeshwar and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday extended heartfelt greetings to the people of Gorakhpur and the entire state on the occasion of Holi, the festival of social harmony, joy, and enthusiasm. Addressing the gathering at the Bhakt Prahlad Shobha Yatra organized by the Holika Dahan Utsav Samiti, the CM emphasised that the spirit of unity and goodwill embedded in festivals is the greatest strength of Sanatan Dharma. He said, After demonstrating the immense power [] The post Spirit of unity in festivals greatest strength of Sanatan Dharma: Yogi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Chhattisgarh Waqf Board reschedules Friday prayers on Holi, issues directives

The Chhattisgarh Waqf Board has rescheduled Friday prayers in mosques from 12:30 PM-1:00 PM to 2:00 PM-3:00 PM on March 14 due to Holi celebrations coinciding with the prayer time. Similar adjustments are made in Haridwar and Gorakhpur to maintain peace during religious observances, with officials emphasizing community cooperation and law enforcement readiness.

CM Yogi in Gorakhpur today to join Holi celebrations

CM Yogi in Gorakhpur today to join Holi celebrations New Delhi: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will visit Gorakhpur on Thursday to participate in the vibrant Holi celebrations, joining in the Holika Dahan, which will begin from Pandeyhata in the evening. He will also take part in the colourful Lord Narasimha Shobha Yatra, which [] The post CM Yogi in Gorakhpur today to join Holi celebrations appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

ZUUP new store of Red Chief inaugurated in Gorakhpur

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 12: In order to fulfill the demand of its customers, ZUUP, a new store of Red Chief was inaugurated in Gorakhpur today. Situated at Medical Road (opposite Jail Restaurant), ZUUP brings together an unmatched collection of over 100 plus popular national and international footwear brands and 3000 plus styles under one roof, offering a world-class shopping experience for families. The inauguration event was graced by Manoj Gyanchandani, Managing Director and Parth Gyanchandani along with Bollywood Actor [] The post ZUUP new store of Red Chief inaugurated in Gorakhpur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Nepal government suspects Indias role in pro-monarchy uprising as Yogi's posters were held at Kathmandu rally

LUCKNOW: Relations between Nepal's royals and the Gorakhnath Peeth, currently presided by UP CM Yogi Adityanath, run strong as the revered Peeth remains the presiding deity of the Shah dynasty of Nepal. UP CM Yogi Adityanath had visited Janakpur in Nepal towards the end of 2023 to participate in an annual festival held there to mark the wedding of Ram-Janaki (Sita). Nepal premier KP Sharma Oli had also taken part in it. Though the neighbouring countries have had friendly ties, the relationship has gone through ups and down in recent years, especially after the fall of Nepal's monarchy in 2006 and the formation of government by Maoists in 2008. The Shah was forced to give up the rule following massive street protests in 2006. Two years later, Nepals parliament voted to abolish the monarchy, transforming the country into a secular republic. The latest controversy erupted on Sunday when the supporters of erstwhile Nepal king Gyanendra Shah flashed the poster carrying the picture of UP CM Yogi Adityanath at a rally outside Kathmandu airport while welcoming King Gaynendra. Vacate the royal palace for the king. Come back king, save the country. Long live our beloved king. We want monarchy, the protestors sloganeered. As per the political experts, the new row could lead to a deterioration of ties as the incumbent Oli government of Nepal smells Indias role in pro-Monarchy uprising. However, many of the 13 governments that have ruled the Himalayan state since the fall of monarchy there have been accused of widespread corruption and lawlessness. This plight of Nepal is taking its people back in support of the reinstatement of monarchy. The man, Pradeep Bikram Rana, who held the posters of Adityanath at Kathmandu rally on Sunday , claimed that he landed himself in trouble with the Nepal police chasing him. He felt threatened making his way to Gorakhpur and told media persons that he feared persecution in his country. According to Rana, cops started looking for his home after the rally. A chase began, he fled Kathmandu and crossed the border from the Raxaul side in Bihar and finally reached Gorakhpur by a passenger train. He told the media that he idolised the UP CM and saw him as a symbol of Hindu pride, saying this had prompted him to wave the Indian leaders posters in Kathmandu. However, not everyone sees it that way. Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli condemned the use of Adityanaths photos, saying that the country should not be in a position where foreign images were needed to lead protests. Gyanendras supporters, on the other, refuted the claims of Indias hand behind the rally saying that the display of the UP CMs photo was a deliberate attempt to malign the pro-monarchist movement by Oli government. They even accused the Oli government of orchestrating the move through infiltration. Pro-monarchist Rastriya Prajatantra Party spokesperson Gyanendra Shahi even claimed in a social media post: The photograph of Yogi Adityanath was displayed in the rally at the instruction of Bishnu Rimal, chief advisor of Prime Minister KP Oli, at the advice of Oli. Even some sections of pro-monarchist leaders were quoted as saying on social media that: We are not as weak as needing to use a foreigners photo in our procession. In fact, the sources in Gorakhnath confirm that with Gorakshnath being the presiding deity of the Shah dynasty, former King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah, used to look up to Mahant Avaidyanath, who was Adityanaths mentor. In 1992, King Birendra himself drove down from Kathmandu to the Gorakhpur Mutt. Even today, the first offering of the khichadi offered to the revered shrine in Gorakhpur on Makarsankranti is from the Shah dynasty of Nepal. It is also believed that King Birendra decided on Nepal being a Hindu state on the advice of Avaidyanath in 1990 when Nepals constitution was being amended. The Gorakshnath Mutt was actively involved in relief operations during the devastation caused in the Himalayan state in 2015 earthquake. Yogi Adityanath is reported to have overseen the reconstruction work along the border areas. Additionally, Adityanath has been critical of the Nepal governments decision to declare the nation a secular state.

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Man under police radar for waving poster of Yogi Adityanath in Nepal lands in Gorakhpur

LUCKNOW: A Nepalese man landed in trouble after waving a poster carrying UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's picture at a rally to welcome former Nepal king Gyanendra in Kathmandu on Sunday. Claiming to be pursued by the Nepal police, the man landed in Gorakhpur on Tuesday. Talking to media persons in Gorakhpur, the man, who identified himself as Pradeep Vikram Rana, denied having raised the poster at anyone's behest. He even denied having any acquaintance with the UP CM. Claiming to be a strong votary of Nepal being reinstated as a Hindu rashtra, Rana said that sentiment prompted him to raise Yogi's poster at the rally to welcome the former Nepal king. According to reports, thousands had gathered to welcome former King Gyanendra at Kathmandu airport following his return to the capital after three months on March 9. Among those who had assembled in the pro-monarchy rally outside the airport included many who had raised Yogi Adityanath's posters. The incident sparked controversy as the Nepal government condemned the use of posters of a foreign country's leader. Rana claimed that after the incident, the police sought to detain him. Following a police chase, he fled Kathmandu and crossed the Indo-Nepal border from the Raxaul side in Bihar and finally reached Gorakhpur by a passenger train. Rana said no one incited him nor sponsored him as he was not short of money. He added that he would not return to Nepal until this government is ousted.

Holi 2025: Central Railway to run 8 special trains between LTT Mumbai-Gorakhpur

In an official statement, the Central Railway said that it will run 8 Holi special trains between LTT Mumbai and Gorakhpur to clear the extra rush of passengers

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NFR to operate few Holi Special Trains to clear the festive rush

HT Bureau GUWAHATI, March 6: NF Railway will be operating 8 pairs of special trains to accommodate the increase in passenger demand during the festive season of Holi, an official statement said on Thursday. These special trains will run between Narangi Gorakhpur Jn Narangi, Katihar Amritsar Katihar, Kamakhya Anand Vihar []

NERs proposal to help realise long-pending demand for direct train from Vizag to Prayagaraj

The North Eastern Railway has proposed the continuation of Visakhapatnam-Gorakhpur Special train even after the Maha Kumbh Mela

NFR to operate three pairs of Holi Special Trains

HT Bureau GUWAHATI, March 4: Three pairs of special trains would be operated by N F Railway. These special trains would run between Narangi Gorakhpur Jn. Narangi, Katihar Amritsar Katihar and Kamakhya Anand Vihar Terminal Kamakhya. Each train would run for four trips in both directions, ensuring smoother travel []

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The management committee of a mosque near Ghosh Company Chauraha began demolishing its top two floors on Saturday, March 1, following the Gorakhpur Development Authoritys (GDA) claim of unauthorized construction. The mosque committee employed 15 labourers and bulldozers. This followed the expiration of a 15-day GDA ultimatum warning of forced demolition if compliance was not 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 .

Meet Zoha Fatima, KBC 16 contestant who cleared NEET, left Amitabh Bachchan impressed, he said, 'Every citizenshould...'

Amitabh Bachchan hosted Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 is currently being aired on Sony TV. The season saw many interesting candidates including popular comedian Samay Raina who's show 'India's Got Latent' went into a controversy over Ranveer Allahabadia's statement recently. However, this time a young woman got the chance to play the game with Amitabh Bachchan. Zoha Fatima, who hails from Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur, won the game's fastest finger first round and secured the hot seat.

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'Mentally unstable' man hacks 3 of his family to death with spade in Gorakhpur

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Mahakumbh 2025: The historic event ends with a footfall of 66.30 crore pilgrims in 45 days

The grand festival of Mahakumbh culminated on Wednesday 26 February 2025 with the fifth and the final bathing on the ocassion of Mahashivratri. The registered footfall of devotees at the end of the event stood at 66.30 crore, i.e. 663 million. According to the official figures released by the government, as many as 1.53 crore people took the holy bath at Triveni Sangam on the last day (till 8 pm). Mahakumbh, the largest human gathering took off from January 13 on Paush Purnima and concluded yesterday, marking successful 45 days. The expected figure to show up was 45 crores, but a whopping 66.30 crore people attended the event in Prayagraj, the highest ever in Kumbh history. Marking the final day, fighter jets and the transport aircrafts of the Indian Air Force performed a flypast, as a part of the special air show over the Sangam sky in the afternoon ending Mahakumbh on a high note. All through the day, pilgrims bathing were showered with rose petals from the sky. All throughout the event, as much as 120 quintals of rose petals was showered on the major snans of Paush Purnima, Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya, Basant Panchami, Maghi Purnima and Mahashivratri. The grand religious fair reflects upon the significance of Sanatan Dharma. Not only the nationals of India, but also foreigners visited Prayagraj in large numbers. They bathed in the holy waters of Sangam and also took deeksha (spiritual initiation) of Sanatan Dharma. Visitors chanted Jai Shree Ram, Har Har Mahadev, and were also seen praising the arrangements in Prayagraj. Also, how fortunate and blessed they feel attending a once in a lifetime event that is taking place after a period of 144 years. On Mahashivratri, devotees started pouring in large numbers since midnight only. Most of them took the snan in the Brahma Muhurat (auspicious period). Apart from this, the muhurat began from 9:19 am on Wednesday, ending at 8:09 am on Thursday. By 2am only, 11.66 lakh devotees had taken the holy bath, which rose to 24.64 lakh by 4am. And in the noon, by 12 pm the bathers count was 1.01 crore and ended at 1.53 crore by 8pm. There were some mishaps in between, which includes the stampede caused in the early hours of Mauni Amavasya, and the fire that broke out at some places. But no such major incident reported. After this, the administration took close vigil upon the traffic control, security and crowd management. With Uttar Paredsh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath himself monitoring all the arrangements since the early hours of the day on every snan day. Even on Wednesday, Yogi Adityanath kept a close watch on every movement from control room in Gorakhpur. Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP), Prashant Kumar said, Today, the Mahakumbh is in its final stage. In these 45 days in Prayagraj, more than 65 crore people took the holy dip. Our colleagues have won everyones heart by their conduct without any weapons, the full capability of the police was tested here, everyone lived up to it and we completed the entire Mahakumbh without any major incident. During the mela, we reunited more than thirty thousand lost and found people with their families. According to Vijay Kiran Anand, the Mahakumbh Nagar District Magistrate, the Chief Minister will formally announce the conclusion of the Mahakumbh in the mela area with various events on Thursday. With this, the largest spiritual human gathering concluded, with devotion that knew no bounds, enthusiasm and spirit never seeing a dip and the borders that could never divide humans towards the divine. It was historic, unbelievable and something unachievable until it was done!

Mahakumbh 2025 final Amrit Snan: IAF conducts air show over Mela premises

The final Amrit Snan of Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj on the occasion of Mahashivratri is underway on Wednesday. Starting from January 13, 2025 the event culminates today after 45 days. Since midnight, a large number of devotees are thronging towards the Sangam to take the holy dip of Mahashivratri. A significant number of people patiently took their bath at Brahma Muhurat. The Indian Air force (IAF) conducted an air show over the Mela premises on the last day of the Mahakumbh showcasing its strength and capabilities to the world, representing the significance of the grand event. ANI reported, Indian Air force conducts air show over Mahakumbh mela kshetra on the last day of #Mahakumbh2025 the 45-day-long Mela and the worlds largest human gathering that began on Paush Purnima, January 13. View this post on Instagram A post shared by News Track Live (@newstracklive) It is the fifth and last snan of the Mahakumbh 2025, an event taking place after a period of 144 years. The first snan took place on Paush Purnima, then on Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya, Basant Panchami, and finally today on Mahashivratri. About 65 crore pilgrims have visited the event by far and have taken the holy dip at the sacred confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. This sets a new record of the largest human gathering of the world. The crowd surge has been observed ever since the weekend, owing to the final days at the Mahakumbh. The administration had already examined the mela premises and ensured proper traffic management and security so that all the devotees could smoothly participate in the snan. The Kumbh mela kshetra has been declared a no-vehicle zone by the administration. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is closely monitoring the situation from Gorakhpur since 4 am in the morning along with other senior officials. Taking to X, he wrote, Hearty congratulations to all the revered saints, Kalpavasis and devotees taking the holy dip in Triveni Sangam today on Mahashivratri, dedicated to Lord BholenathHar Har Mahadev. By 12 pm, as many as 85 lakh devotees had taken the holy bath. Even as the event is nearing to its end, there is no decline in the footfall of devotees. By the end of today, we do not know where will the count stop.

Mahakumbh 2025: Devotees arrive in large numbers in Prayagraj on the last snan of Mahashivratri

It is the last day of the Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj which is going to culminate on the occasion of Mahashivratri, after a successful run for 45 days. About 64 crore devotees have taken the holy dip at the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati and as the event nears its end, devotees are still arriving to attend the last snan on Mahashivratri. The event is the largest spiritual gathering of the world, at the same time there are some other Guinness World Records in motion. One of which is a mass sanitation drive carried out by 15,000 workers. Seeing the crowd surge ever since the last weekend, the authorities have well prepared for the traffic management and security. Not only in the mela area, but also at the railway stations, bus routes, nearby bordering districts and cities, the officials have been deployed to ensure smooth flow of traffic. By 11 am today, as many as 85 lakh devotees have taken the holy dip with huge enthusiasm and religious spirit, chanting Har Har Gange, Har Har Mahadev, Jai Shri Ram. By 9:30 am, 70 lakh devotees had taken the bath. Flower petals were showered at the Triveni Sangam on the devotees taking the last bath of Mahakumbh. Political leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Khadge are extending their wishes on the occasion of Mahashivratri. President Draupadi Murmu also took to X greeting the citizens on Mahashivratri. Along with this, Acharya Mahamandleshwar Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj of Juna Akhara emphasized on the significance of Mahakumbh. He said that about half of Indias population has attended the event showcasing countrys rich civilization and culture to the whole world. Marking the occasion of Mahashivratri, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed a havan at the Goraknath temple in Gorakhpur. Devotees are also moving towards the Kashi Vishwanath temple where a grand procession will be taken out. They are allowed to enter the temple for darshan now after 11 am as all the seven Akharas will return back to their Maths. Since midnight only, massive pilgrim rush has been observed at the railway stations, not only at Prayagraj but also others including Kanpur. Seeing to the crowd, the administration divided the mela area in three zones, the devotees will have to take the bath in their allotted zone only. As the day progresses ahead, more and more devotees are arriving at the Mahakumbh for the Shivratri snan.

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Railway asks RITES to design proposed permanent holding areas at railway stations

NEW DELHI: Following the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station which killed at least 18 people including four children, the Ministry of Railways has instructed Rail India Technical and Economic Services (RITES) to design 'permanent holding areas' (PHAs) at 60 stations across the country for crowd management. These stations have been selected based on the sudden increased crowd surges during special occasions like Holi, Diwali, Chhatha and other festivals. So far, permanent holding areas (PHAs) have been developed at only 9 stations in and around Prayagraj in UP. These holding areas are located outside the platforms to help control the flow of passengers and prevent overcrowding. In view of emerging crowds of passengers for Mahakumbh ahead of Mahashivratri, falling this year on February 26, passengers holding areas on temporary basis have also been created at Patna junction, Danapur, Ara, Buxar, Sasaram Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Hajipur, Samastipur and other railway stations following the massive origination of passengers towards Mahakumbh, a senior official working with the Ministry of Railway told this newspaper. The temporary passenger holding areas have also been created at Deendayal Upadhyay Railway station, formerly known as Mughalsarai, under the east Central Railway. Upon being asked about the progress on the plan for the construction of the proposed holding areas, the railway official said, The RITES has been instructed to start working on the design of permanent holding areas keeping every factors in mind. After the design is readied by the RITES, the Ministry of Railway after wider discussion approves it and move ahead in mission mode for 60 railway stations. Many stations in Bihar, UP and other states witness sudden surges in crowds of passengers during festivals like Saharsa. Kanpur, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Udna, New Delhi and other stations also witness sharp surges in number of passengers during festivals. After final design of PHAs is readied and approved, all amenities like ticketing zones, wi-fi, eateries stalls, and others would be made available in each of PHAs. Not only this, by doing some changes in the Amrit stations, the permanent holding area would also be created to control crowds during peak time, said an official. As it is roughly being estimated, the Ministry will have to spend between Rs 1 crore to Rs 5 crore for the development of these permanent holding areas as part of a larger effort to improve crowd management at major stations. Railway Ministry orders platform X to remove videos of New Delhi railway station stampede For the time being, in view to keep emerging crowds for Mahakumbh, massive holding areas at Ghaziabad, Anand Vihar, New Delhi, Ayodhya Dham, Vanaras ,Ballia, Siwan, Deoria, Chhapra, Rajendranagar in Patna, Muzaffarpur, Barauni, Jaynagar, Madhubani, Raxaul, and Gaya have been created by the railway. Passengers are allowed to enter the platforms based on the scheduled departure times of their trains. This initiative aims to improve crowd management and enhance passenger safety, especially during peak hours and festive seasons, the official said. Meanwhile, UP CM Yogi Aditaynath appreciated the railway for arrangements to the Mahakumbh-bound passengers. He said that more than 13,500 trains including more than 3500 special trains are in service for the Mahakumbh. The 48 digital ticketing, multilingual announcements and conveniences being provided to passengers reflect the railway's commitment, he said.

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New Delhi stampede: Rail Bhavan gets into huddle

NEW DELHI: Under pressure from various quarters, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday held a series of meeting at the Rail Bhavan to take stock of the safety measures during heavy passenger rush. Vaishnaw also met and briefed Home Minister Amit Shah about the stampede at the New Delhi railway station. Railways announced the names of two high administrative group officials, who will be part of the inquiry committee constituted to probe the stampede at the New Delhi Railway station. Narsingh Deo, Principal Chief Commercial Manager, Northern Railway, and Pankaj Gangwar, Principal Chief Security Commissioner, Northern Railway, are the members of the committee, the railways said. Railways directed all zones to remain on maximum alert, ensuring the safety of passengers during seasons of heavy footfall, especially in stations dealing with high numbers of passengers traveling to the Maha Kumbh. Sources said nearly 60%-70% of those attending the Kumbh are taking trains. The railway stations across Uttar Pradesh have been put on high alert following massive convergence of devotees reaching Prayagraj for holy dip at Sangam. Prayagraj and its neighbouring districts, including Ayodhya, Gonda, Varanasi, Fatehpur, Gorakhpur and Lucknow experienced huge crowd on railway stations. ADG, Railways, Prakash D has issued directives to the authorities concerned to ensure deployment of GRP personnel on all stations across the state. Heightened alert has been sounded on railway stations across Madhya Pradesh, with security being beefed, particularly at the Katni and Satna stations of the West Central Railway (WCR). There is a huge rush of devotees bound to Maha Kumbh. The rush is at its peak in Katni and Satna, the two stations on the route of long-distance trains coming from central, western and southern India to Prayagraj, police said. In Satna, in-charge IG of Rewa Saket Pandey along with administrative, health and railway officials, held a meeting on Sunday afternoon and decided to raise the number of GRP and RPF jawans up to four times at key stations. All trains towards Prayagraj from Jharkhand are overcrowded, with even people with valid reservation tickets finding it hard to board trains. According to a passenger from Hazaribagh, Premchand Prasad, who boarded the train from Koderma, trains are running without ticket collectors and RPF jawans as even they are not able to board the trains. The East Central Railway has bolstered safety measures as most passengers from Bihar are bound for Prayagraj. 'Confusing announcements triggered stampede': Delhi police say after initial probe Major stampedes across country Jan 29, 2025: 30 killed and 60 injured at Maha Kumbh July 2, 2024: 121, most of whom women, lost during a satsang by godman Bhole Baba in Hathras, UP March 31, 2023: 36 died when a well collapsed during Ram Navami at Indore temple January 1, 2022: 12 died and over a dozen injured at Vaishno Devi shrine in J&K due to heavy rush of devotees September 29, 2017: 23 dead and 36 injured in a stampede on a bridge connecting Elphinstone Road station with Parel station of Central Railway in Mumbai July 14, 2015: 27 pilgrims died and 20 injured at a bathing spot along Godavari where devotees gathered for festival in Rajahmundry, AP October 3, 2014: 32 killed and 26 injured at Gandhi Maidan in Patna, shortly after Dussehra celebrations ended October 13, 2013: 115 killed and over 100 injured during Navratri near Ratangarh temple in MPs Datia January 25, 2005: Over 340 devotees trampled to death and hundreds injured during a pilgrimage at Satara temple August 3, 2008: 162 dead, 47 hurt at Naina Devi temple in Himachals Bilaspur September 30, 2008: 250 devotees killed and 60 hurt in a stampede following rumours of a bomb at Chamunda Devi temple in Jodhpur March 4, 2010: 63 killed at Ram Janki Temple in UPs Pratapgarh where people gathered to collect clothes and food from a godman January 14, 2011: 104 Sabarimala devotees killed and over 40 injured when a jeep crashed into homebound pilgrims in Keralas Idukki November 8, 2011: 20 killed in Haridwar at Har-ki-Pauri ghat along the Ganga November 19, 2012: 20 killed and several injured as a makeshift bridge caved in, triggering a stampede during Chhath Puja at Adalat Ghat in Patna

Railway stations across UP on high alert amid Mahakumbh rush

In the wake of the stampede at Delhi Railway Station that claimed 18 lives on Saturday, railway stations across Uttar Pradesh have been put on high alert following the massive convergence of devotees reaching Prayagraj for a holy dip at Sangam during the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela. Over 52 crore people have bathed on the ghats along Sangam in Prayagraj. However, the massive crowds of devotees have resulted in severe congestion on roads and railway stations, leading to significant travel disruptions. Over the weekend, Prayagraj and its neighbouring districts, including Ayodhya, Gonda, Varanasi, Fatehpur, Gorakhpur, and even the state capital Lucknow, experienced huge crowds at railway stations. Besides the above-mentioned stations, almost all other stations, including Chitrakoot, Kannauj, and Jhansi, have been put on alert after the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. At Charbagh Railway Station in Lucknow, cops have been carrying out inspections. They have prepared a list of trains going to Prayagraj and are brainstorming on arrangements to manage the crowd. They are also checking CCTV footage. The railways are witnessing a massive surge in footfall in view of the ongoing Mela. The trains reaching Prayagraj are overcrowded at stations, with passengers awaiting Prayagraj-bound or even adjoining district trains to reach the Mahakumbh, despite the three significant 'Amrit Snans' (holy dips) on the auspicious days of Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya, and Basant Panchami being over. ADG Railways, Prakash D, has issued directives to the authorities concerned to ensure the deployment of GRP personnel at all railway stations across the state. Moreover, the GRP has also been directed to manage the crowd and maintain order on the platforms while working in coordination with the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and railway authorities. In order to avoid any chaos due to overcrowding at railway stations, GRP personnel have been deployed on footover bridges. Special caution is being taken on the platforms through which the Prayagraj-bound special Mela trains are passing. Meanwhile, the police authorities of all the districts through which trains for Prayagraj are passing have deployed district police personnel around railway stations for crowd management.

Rajnath, Gadkari commend CM Yogi for UP's growth

LUCKNOW: Referring to a recent international survey, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh claimed that UP capital Lucknow was included among the fastest-growing cities in the world, with rapidly increasing land prices and with ongoing efforts to turn it into a global investment hub with world-class infrastructure. The Defence Minister was joined by Union Minister for Road Transport Nitin Gadkari in lauding the leadership of CM Yogi Adityanath saying UP was witnessing unprecedented development under his leadership. While Rajnath claimed that the BrahMos missile manufacturing project, part of the ambitious Defence Corridor, would be inaugurated in May-June this year, marking a significant milestone in UPs industrial growth, Gadkari said that UP was no longer a BIMARU state but was one of the leading contributors to India's economy. He also said that CM Yogi had successfully worked towards establishing Ram Rajya in Uttar Pradesh. Both the Union ministers were in Lucknow on Friday inaugurating and laying the foundation of various development projects worth Rs 1,028 crore. While giving an elaborate account of the infrastructure development of Lucknow in recent years, Rajnath Singh said that the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway was being constructed rapidly and that it would reduce the travel time between the two cities to just 40 minutes from nearly two hours. The Raksha Mantri added that the state was witnessing an unprecedented surge in religious tourism following the construction of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple and Kashi Vishwanath Corridor. He also stated that Lucknow was also witnessing a jump in investment in sectors including real estate, the hospitality, and healthcare. Meanwhile, praising the development in Uttar Pradesh, Gadkari said: Under PM Narendra Modis leadership, India aims to become a global leader and a USD 5 trillion economy, with Uttar Pradesh playing a crucial role in achieving this target. He mentioned that strong infrastructure in roads, water, energy, transport, and communication will boost industries, attract investment, and create new employment opportunities. Highlighting infrastructure development in UP, Gadkari said that Rs 1.25 lakh crore worth of roads have been completed, Rs 1 lakh crore worth of projects are under construction, and another Rs 1 lakh crore worth of projects are in the pipeline. Additionally, to drive industrial growth in Purvanchal, a Rs 75,000 crore road network is planned from Varanasi to Kolkata and Gorakhpur to Siliguri, Gadkari said. He urged CM Yogi to pace up land acquisition and environmental clearances for the projects to roll on. Gadkari underscored the massive economic activity at ongoing Mahakumbh claiming that the event had contributed Rs 3 lakh crore to Uttar Pradeshs GDP. He emphasised that tourism was a sector that generated high employment with minimal investment, benefiting hotels, taxis, restaurants, small businesses, and local artisans. He added that the growth of infrastructure and tourism would further strengthen UPs economy.

Sorry mummy papa: Teen's suicide note after JEE results

An 18-year-old engineering student, Aditi Mishra, died by suicide on Wednesday, a day after the JEE results were declared. A suicide note was found in her room which read Sorry mummy papa, forgive me... I could not do it... According to NDTV, Aditi, a student at Momentum Coaching Center in Betiahata, Gorakhpur, had been preparing for the JEE for two years. She shared a room at Satyadeep Girls Hostel. After failing the exam, she spoke to her parents on Wednesday morning, also asking her father to recharge her mobile. She was reportedly dejected. Her roommate was out at the time. Upon returning, the roommate received no response to her knocks. Looking inside, she saw Aditi hanging from a noose made of a stole. The roommate informed the hostel warden, who then informed the police. Reported NDTV. Police recovered a suicide note that read: Sorry mummy papa, forgive me... I could not do it... this was the end of our relationship... you guys don't cry... you guys gave me a lot of love. I could not fulfill your dreams... you guys please take care of Choti... she will definitely fulfill your dreams. Your beloved daughter- Aditi. Aditi's parents, residents of Mishraulia village in Sant Kabir Nagar district, have been informed. Her body has been sent for post-mortem. The real cause of death will be known only after the post-mortem, said Abhinav Tyagi, Superintendent of Police (City). 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.

AIIMS Gorakhpur Project Research Scientist, Project Staff Nurse & Other Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 5 Posts

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Gorakhpur (AIIMS Gorakhpur) has Recruits 5 Project Research Scientist, Project Staff Nurse & Other Posts. Candidates with GNM, Any Post Graduate, M.Phil/Ph.D, DMLT, MLT Can Apply on or before 22-02-2025.

Visakhapatnam-Gorakhpur Kumbh Mela special train service extended by two more trips

Mahakumbh: Third Amirt Snan begins amid chants of mantras, slogans of har har Mahadev

LUCKNOW: The third and final Amrit Snan on the 21st day of Mahakumbh Mela started early morning at 5 am with Akharas proceeding in their full glory towards Sangam for the Basant Panchami dip on Monday. As Basant Panchami began at 9:44 am on Sunday, the common devotees started the Amrit Snan. However, the Akharas began their holy dip on Monday morning, observing the Udaya Tithi of Basant Panchami. The first two Akharas to proceed towards Sangam at scheduled 5 am included Mahanirvani and Atal Akharas followed by Niranajani and Anand Akharas at 5:50 am. The ascetics were seen moving towards the Sangam in procession singing and dancing amid chants of Har Har Mahadev brandishing sword, mace, Damaru and conch shells. Covered in ash and wearing shades, the sadhus, immersed in deep faith, made their way towards Sagam, riding horses, elephants, and ornately decorated chariots. At the time of filing this report, Juna Akhara along with its subsidiary, Kinnar Akhara had started towards the Sangma, the confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati, for the holy dip. All 13 Akharas will bathe one by one as per the plan chalked out by the Mela administration. On the other hand, millions of devotees have been approaching the processions of ascetics seeking the blessings of Naga Sadhus. Moreover, devotees from over 20 nations from across the globe are present in the Mela seeking divine blessings. Mahakumbh: Extensive preparations underway to manage Mauni Amavasya Amrit Snan crowd As per the local sources, all the roads approaching Sangam had a 10-km long stream of devotees as crowds had started gathering for the final Amrit Snan since Saturday. In the wake of massive gathering, the temple of Lete Hanumanji was closed. Over 36 crore devotees have already taken holy dip at Sangam since January 13 till 8 pm on February 2. As per the estimation, 4-5 crore devotees may take holy bath at Sangam till Monday evening. In order to manage the crowd, at least 60,000 police personnel have been stationed at the mela premises. Crowd monitoring is being carried out using 2,750 CCTV cameras, along with regular helicopter sorties to oversee the area from the sky. Meanwhile, ahead of the Amirt Snan of Monday, a special crowd management plan, Operation Eleven, was implemented at Mahakumbh. The initiative was launched to ensure the safety and convenience of devotees. To manage the massive influx of pilgrims, a one-way route system has been designed, preventing congestion and ensuring smooth movement. Special arrangements have also been made on pontoon bridges to ensure that devotees did not face any inconvenience while crossing. Moreover, additional police forces was deployed at Trivenis ghats to prevent overcrowding. Senior officials were also stationed with their teams to monitor the situation closely. To further streamline the crowd flow, the number of barricades were increased for better regulation and safety. Mahakumbh Mela authorities on high alert for Basant Panchami Amrit Snan Operation Eleven: Special crowd management plan for Mahakumbh 1. Strict Implementation of One-Way Route On Basant Panchami Amrit Snan, the one-way traffic system was strictly enforced. To ensure smooth movement and control congestion, traffic diversions were implemented on major routes. Most pontoon bridges remained operational, with additional police personnel and barricades set up at key bathing ghats to effectively manage the crowd. 2. Enhanced security at key locations Special security arrangements have been made on the New Yamuna Bridge. A PAC unit, under the leadership of an additional gazetted officer, was deployed to control traffic from Naini towards Sangam. Additionally, two motorcycle squads patrolled the area continuously. The bridges side railings were reinforced to prevent any accidents. 3. Special surveillance on Shastri Setu A company of PAC and a gazetted officer were specially deployed to control the traffic from Jhunsi towards Sangam. Two motorcycle squads remained on active patrol to monitor and manage the flow of vehicles and pedestrians. 4. Crowd control at Tikarmafi Turn A CAPF unit, under the leadership of a gazetted officer, was stationed at Tikarmafi Turn. Traffic from Jhunsi towards Tikarmafi Turn was diverted through Katka Tiraha, Jiraph Crossing, Chhatnag Turn, and Samudrakup Turn. 5. Special arrangements at Phaphamau and Pontoon bridges At Phaphamau Bridge and Pontoon bridges, two motorcycle patrol teams were monitoring the movement, while PAC personnel were managing crowd flow at entry and exit points. Akharas ask Mela authorities to ensure no change in Feb 3 Amrit Snan schedule 6. Special arrangements at railway stations and bus terminals Special arrangements have been made at Jhunsi railway station. PAC has been deployed here under the leadership of a gazetted officer. Strong barricading has been set up at entry and exit points, and in coordination with railway authorities, train frequency was increased to accommodate the rush of pilgrims. 7. Bus operations plan for Jhunsi area A temporary bus station at Saraswati Dwar will facilitate bus services to Gorakhpur and Varanasi. Sufficient number of reserved buses were being parked in Jhunsi at night. Shuttle buses were running between Andawa, Saraswati Dwar, and Sahson to ensure easy transportation for devotees. 8. Special security at Prayag Junction Police and two companies of PAC were deployed under the leadership of three Deputy Superintendents of Police. Strong barricading and adequate police force have been arranged at Yudhishthir intersection to stop the traffic going towards Prayag Junction from the IERT flyover. Adequate signages were placed to guide devotees. 9. Crowd management at GT Jawahar and Harshvardhan squares Adequate police force and PAC have been deployed under the leadership of gazetted officers for diversion at Medical College intersection and Balsan intersection. There will be diversion from Balsan via Bakshi Dam towards Nagvasuki area. Devotees will be directed from Stanley Road Junction via Lajpat Rai Road to the Commissioners Office Junction, passing through Bharat Scout. From there, they will turn right at Mazar Junction and proceed alongside the IERT parking area to reach the Mela grounds. 10. Additional security and traffic measures Additional police and traffic police have been deployed at Andawa and Sahso intersections. Nine motorcycle squads were keeping constant vigil here. Cranes were stationed to handle emergencies. 11. Deployment of additional security forces For the third Amrit Snan, two additional companies of RAF and three companies of PAC were deployed. Gazetted officers were monitoring sensitive places. 56 Quick Response Teams (QRTs) and 15 motorcycle patrol squads were ensuring effective patrolling. CAPF and PAC were stationed at major checkpoints and diversion points to maintain order.

Special train from Vizag to Gorakhpur for Kumbh Mela

Mahakumbh stampede: Judicial commission assumes office, CM deputes officials to ensure better management

LUCKNOW: The three-member judicial commission, set up by UP CM Yogi Adityanath to probe the Mahakumbh stampede that claimed at least 30 lives and left 60 injured, assumed office on Thursday. The UP CM also introduced stricter safety measures in addition to deputing senior officials, previously posted in Prayagraj, to improve Mela management ahead of the upcoming Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami on February 3. The stricter security and management measures put in place by the state government included declaring the Mela premises a no-vehicle zone and banning the VVIP pass provision. Notably, Mahakumbh DIG Vaibhav Krishna attributed the stampede to pilgrims pushing against barricades while trying to reach the Sangam nose (confluence). Following the incident, UP CM Yogi Adityanath held a high-level late-night meeting via video conferencing with senior officials from various districts. The three-member judicial commission, which took office on Thursday, has been given one month to complete the probe and ascertain the reasons for the Mahakumbh stampede. However, according to panel head Justice Harsh Kumar, the commission will try to expedite the investigation. Justice Harsh Kumar, the retired judge, also said that commission members would visit Prayagraj soon. Justice Kumar, along with other panel members, former Director General of Police (DGP) VK Gupta and retired IAS officer DK Singh, reached the office assigned to them and began their work. We have taken charge within hours of the announcement as the probe has to be taken up on priority, Justice Kumar said while interacting with media persons. At the late-night meeting on Wednesday, the UP CM deployed former Divisional Commissioner Ashish Goyal, former ADA Vice Chairman Bhanu Goswami, and five Special Secretaries for better management of the Mela to avert any untoward incident, especially during the third Amrit Snan of Basant Panchami when another huge rush of devotees is expected. Both Goyal and Goswami were previously posted in Prayagraj. They will remain in Prayagraj until February 12 to assist in streamlining the arrangements. Moreover, Superintendent of Police-level officers will also be deployed for enhanced management and security, said the CM. During the video conference with senior police officers and district administration officials from Prayagraj, Kaushambi, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Mirzapur, Basti, Jaunpur, Chitrakoot, Banda, Ambedkarnagar, Pratapgarh, Sant Kabir Nagar, Bhadohi, Rae Bareli, and Gorakhpur, the CM issued crucial directives, emphasising the need for heightened vigilance and caution in the Mahakumbh Mela area after reviewing updates from the Additional Director General and the District Magistrate of Prayagraj. The CM sought updates from officials in Ayodhya, Varanasi, Mirzapur, and Chitrakoot on the heavy influx of devotees, focusing on security and crowd management. He directed officials from districts adjoining Prayagraj to maintain continuous coordination with the Prayagraj administration for seamless management and public safety in the coming days. The CM directed the ADG and Prayagraj District Magistrate to ensure the safe and smooth departure of devotees, as massive crowds were present at all railway stations in Prayagraj to return home after completing their holy bath. It is our responsibility to facilitate their journey. To achieve this, seamless coordination with the railways must be maintained to ensure continuous train operations. Additionally, extra buses from the Transport Corporation should be deployed to accommodate the rush, said the CM. The CM stated that holding areas had been established at border points to manage crowd pressure in the fair area. Devotees should be allowed to proceed based on the prevailing situation. Arrangements for food and drinking water must be ensured at all holding areas so that no devotee faces any inconvenience. Additionally, an uninterrupted electricity supply must be maintained at these locations. He added that authorities in districts bordering Prayagraj must strictly enforce the directives issued from Prayagraj. Patrolling should be increased, and traffic should flow smoothly on all major routes, including Ayodhya-Prayagraj, Kanpur-Prayagraj, Fatehpur-Prayagraj, Lucknow-Pratapgarh-Prayagraj, and Varanasi-Prayagraj. All return routes from Prayagraj should remain open and unobstructed at all times. He also directed officials to ensure smooth traffic within the Mahakumbh Mela area. Unnecessary halts should be avoided, and crowd build-up must be prevented at all locations. There should be no traffic congestion on the roads. If street vendors are occupying pathways, they should be relocated to designated open areas to ensure the continuous flow of movement. No road should face a jam at any point. In the wake of the upcoming Basant Panchami Amrit Snan, the CM directed the Chief Secretary and Director General of Police to conduct a thorough review of the Mahakumbh Mela arrangements. Every aspect related to security and public convenience must be carefully examined to ensure seamless arrangements for Basant Panchami, said the CM. Lakhs of devotees visiting Mahakumbh are also travelling to Varanasi and Ayodhya for darshan and worship, while many are heading to Chitrakoot and Mirzapur. With a significant increase in footfall expected over the next two days, heightened vigilance is essential in these key cities. Continuous monitoring and precautionary measures must be ensured, he said, adding that holding areas should be created to regulate the crowd flow, allowing movement as per the situation.

UP govt enforces stricter safety measures after Kumbh stampede, deploys senior officials for better management

LUCKNOW: A day after the stampede at the Mahakumbh, which claimed at least 30 lives and left 60 injured, the Uttar Pradesh government rolled out stricter safety measures. These included ordering a no-vehicle zone, banning the VVIP pass provision, and deputing senior officials who were posted in Prayagraj earlier to ensure better management of the Mela in light of the upcoming Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami, February 3. Notably, Mahakumbh DIG Vaibhav Krishna attributed the stampede to pilgrims pushing against barricades while trying to reach the Sangam nose (confluence) . Following the incident, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, after ordering a judicial probe by a three-member committee into the tragedy, held a high-level late-night meeting via video conference with senior officials from various districts. Presiding over the meeting, CM Yogi deployed former Divisional Commissioner Ashish Goyal and former Allahabad Development Authority Vice Chairman Bhanu Goswami, along with five Special Secretaries, for better management of the Mela to avert any untoward incident, especially during the third Amrit Snan of Basant Panchami on February 3, when another huge rush of devotees was expected. Both Goyal and Goswami were posted in Prayagraj previously and are familiar with Kumbh management. To further strengthen Mela arrangements, Ashish Goyal, who served as Divisional Commissioner of Prayagraj during Kumbh 2019, and Bhanu Goswami, former Vice Chairman of ADA, are being deployed. Additionally, five Special Secretary-level officers will oversee operations. They will remain in Prayagraj until February 12 to assist in streamlining the arrangements. Moreover, Superintendent of Police-level officers will also be deployed for enhanced management and security, said the CM. 'Sudden surge of devotees led to stampede': Eyewitnesses recount chaos at Maha Kumbh During the video conference with senior police officers and district administration officials from Prayagraj, Kaushambi, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Mirzapur, Basti, Jaunpur, Chitrakoot, Banda, Ambedkarnagar, Pratapgarh, Sant Kabir Nagar, Bhadohi, Rae Bareli, and Gorakhpur, the CM issued crucial directives, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance and caution in the Mahakumbh Mela area after reviewing updates from the Additional Director General and the District Magistrate of Prayagraj. Seeking updates on the heavy influx of devotees from officials in Ayodhya, Varanasi, Mirzapur, and Chitrakoot, the CM instructed the officials of districts adjoining Prayagraj to maintain continuous coordination with the Prayagraj administration to ensure seamless management and public safety in the coming days. Key guidelines issued by the CM in the special meeting included directives to the ADG and District Magistrate of Prayagraj to ensure the safe and smooth departure of every devotee. There was a massive crowd at all railway stations in Prayagraj as devotees were leaving after completing their holy bath. It is our responsibility to facilitate their journey. To achieve this, seamless coordination with the railways must be maintained to ensure continuous train operations. Additionally, extra buses from the Transport Corporation should be deployed to accommodate the rush, said the CM. The CM also stated that holding areas were established at border points to manage crowd pressure in the fair area. Devotees should be allowed to proceed based on the prevailing situation. Arrangements for food and drinking water must be ensured at all holding areas so that no devotee faces inconvenience. Additionally, uninterrupted electricity supply must be maintained at these locations. He added that authorities in districts bordering Prayagraj must strictly enforce the directives issued from Prayagraj. Patrolling should be increased, and traffic should flow smoothly on all major routes, including Ayodhya-Prayagraj, Kanpur-Prayagraj, Fatehpur-Prayagraj, Lucknow-Pratapgarh-Prayagraj, and Varanasi-Prayagraj. All return routes from Prayagraj should remain open and unobstructed at all times. He also directed the officials to ensure smooth traffic within the Mahakumbh Mela area. Unnecessary halts should be avoided, and crowd build-up must be prevented at all locations. There should be no traffic congestion on the roads. If street vendors are occupying pathways, they should be relocated to designated open areas to ensure the continuous flow of movement. No road should face a jam at any point. Maha Kumbh stampede: PIL filed in SC accusing UP government of lapses and administrative failure In light of the upcoming Basant Panchami Amrit Snan on February 3, the CM directed the Chief Secretary and Director General of Police to conduct a thorough review of the Mahakumbh Mela arrangements on Thursday. Every aspect related to security and public convenience must be carefully examined to ensure seamless arrangements for Basant Panchami, said the CM. Lakhs of devotees visiting Maha Kumbh are also traveling to Varanasi and Ayodhya for darshan and worship, while many are heading to Chitrakoot and Mirzapur. With a significant increase in footfall expected over the next two days, heightened vigilance is essential in these key cities. Continuous monitoring and precautionary measures must be ensured, he said, adding that holding areas should be created to regulate crowd flow, allowing movement based on the situation.

SC asks hospitals to regularise doctors' absence during RG Kar protests

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed hospitals, including AIIMS New Delhi, to regularise the unauthorised absence of doctors who were part of protests against the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Hospital, Kolkata.A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar took note of the submissions of a doctors' body that some hospitals had regularised the absence of the doctors following its August 22, 2024 order but a few others, including AIIMS Delhi, decided to treat the period as leave of absence. We deem it appropriate to clarify that if protesting workers had joined work post the Supreme Court order then their absence shall be regularised and not be treated as absence from duty. This is issued in peculiar facts and circumstances of the cases and is not laying down any precedent, the CJI said. The lawyer appearing for the body said the decision to treat the protest period as leave may create trouble for some of the medical PG students. Solicitor general Tushar Mehta, representing the Centre, said as the case was non-adversarial, the hospitals would abide by the top court's directions. Mehta said AIIMS, Delhi, decided to treat the period as leave of absence availed by the doctors. By an earlier order, it was stated that no coercive step would be taken against the protesting doctors for protests till the date of the order. Pursuant to this some of the AIIMS such as Kalyani and Gorakhpur and the PGI Chandigarh have regularised the absence. However some other institutes have treated the said period as if doctors were on leave, said the bench. On August 22, last year, the bench made an impassioned appeal to the protesting doctors across the country, asking them to resume work. Observing justice and medicine couldn't be stopped, it directed no coercive action would be taken against doctors once they resumed work. The heinous crime triggered nationwide outrage and prolonged protests in West Bengal. The bench was hearing the suo-motu case over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in the Kolkata hospital. On January 20, a Kolkata trial court awarded convict Sanjay Roy life term imprisonment till death in the case. The body of the post-graduate trainee doctor was found in the hospital's seminar room on August 9, last year following which the Kolkata police arrested civic volunteer Roy the next day in connection with the crime.

Fed up with abusive alcoholic husbands, two women marry each other in UP's Deoria

GORAKHPUR: Fed up with their alcoholic husbands, two women here left their homes and married each other. Kavita and Gunja alias Bablu tied the knot at the Shiva Temple, also called Choti Kashi, in Deoria Thursday evening. They told reporters that they first connected on Instagram and were brought closer by their similar circumstances. Both endured domestic violence at the hands of their alcoholic spouses. At the temple, Gunja assumed the role of the groom, applied sindoor (vermillion) to Kavita, exchanged garlands with her, and completed the seven pheras. We were tormented by our husbands' drinking and abusive behavior. This pushed us to choose a life of peace and love. We have decided to live in Gorakhpur as a couple and work to sustain ourselves, Gunja said. The two now plan to rent a room and begin their journey as a married couple. Temple priest Uma Shankar Pandey said the women purchased garlands and sindoor, performed rituals, and quietly left.

Tired of alcoholic spouses, 2 women tie knot with each other in UPs Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur: Fed up with their alcoholic husbands, two women here left their homes and married each other. Kavita and Gunja alias Bablu tied the knot at the Shiva Temple, also called Choti Kashi, in Deoria Thursday evening. They told reporters that they first connected on Instagram and were brought closer by their similar circumstances. Both 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 .

Cops Arrest Maoist Leader

Visakhapatnam: The Alluri Sitarama Raju district police arrested Kovvasi Somda, a key member of the CPI (Maoist) organisation, during a joint combing operation on Friday. Somda, also known as Mukesh, was apprehended in the forested area of Kalleru village on the outskirts of Chinturu Mandal. The 33-year-old tribal activist, originally from Gompad village in Sukma District, Chhattisgarh, has been implicated in numerous violent activities against security forces and civilians. According to the police, Somda was a senior member of the Maoist hierarchy, rising from a junior party member in 2014 to becoming the Action Team Commander by March 2024. His arrest follows a detailed investigation linking him to at least 17 criminal cases involving attacks on security personnel, destruction of property, and potential terrorist activities. Superintendent of Police Amit Bardar revealed that Somda was apprehended while transporting explosive materials. The police seized five electrical detonators, two hand grenades, and multiple explosive components and wiring. Kumbh Mela special trains to halt at Kothavalasa Visakhapatnam: East Coast Railway has announced that Kumbh Mela special trains will halt at Kothavalasa in Vizianagaram district for the convenience of devotees. A release on Friday stated that train No. 08562 Visakhapatnam-Gorakhpur Mahakumbh Special Express, departing Visakhapatnam on Sunday (16 February), will arrive at Kothavalasa at 10.48 pm and depart at 10.50 pm, reaching Gorakhpur on Tuesday at 8.25 am. In the return direction, train No. 08561 Gorakhpur-Visakhapatnam Special Express, leaving Gorakhpur at 2.20 pm on Wednesday ( February 19), will reach Kothavalasa at 11.22 am on Friday and depart at 11.24 am, arriving in Visakhapatnam at 12.15 pm. Train No. 08530 VisakhapatnamDeen Dayal Upadhyay Special Express, departing Visakhapatnam at 5.35 pm on Thursdays (January 23, February 6, and February 27), will arrive at Kothavalasa at 6.05 pm and depart at 6.07 pm, reaching Deen Dayal Upadhyay on Saturdays at 4.30 am. In the return direction, train No. 08529 Deen Dayal Upadhyay-Visakhapatnam Special Express, departing Deen Dayal Upadhyay at 8.10 pm on Saturdays (January 25, February 9, February 22, and March 1), will arrive at Kothavalasa on Mondays at 2.36 am and depart at 2.38 am, reaching Visakhapatnam at 3.25 am. Officials told to expedite railway works Kakinada : Dr B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district collector R. Mahesh Kumar instructed officials to expedite the Narsapur railway line and track works. He also directed revenue officials to resolve land record issues. While inspecting railway track works near Sanipallilanka village, the Collector emphasised that the alignment should comply with revenue records and railway standards. Farmers raised concerns about unresolved land allocation issues for the track. The Collector assured them that their grievances would be addressed promptly. Kothapeta revenue divisional officer P. Srikar, tahsildar Ch. Nagalakshmamma, revenue Inspector M.N. Rayudu, and others were present. Flight delays at Visakhapatnam Airport due to poor visibility Visakhapatnam: Travellers at Visakhapatnam Airport faced significant delays on 24 January due to poor visibility caused by dense fog. The delays disrupted several flights, inconveniencing passengers. The following flights were delayed: IX 2886 (Visakhapatnam to Hyderabad): Scheduled departure at 8.45 am, delayed by 2 hours 45 minutes. 6E-307 (Visakhapatnam to Hyderabad): Scheduled departure at 8.40 am, delayed by 1 hour 30 minutes. 6E 7254 (Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada): Scheduled departure at 8.55 am, delayed by 3 hours 5 minutes. 6E-845 (Visakhapatnam to Chennai): Scheduled departure at 8.25 am, delayed by 1 hour 50 minutes. Passengers were advised to check with their respective airlines for updated information and to make necessary arrangements. Travellers are encouraged to stay informed about weather conditions and flight schedules to minimise inconvenience.

Jeet Adanis wedding on Feb 7 to be simple and traditional

Industrialist Gautam Adani today scorched soaring speculation and buzzing social media rumours that his son Jeets upcoming wedding is going to be an extravagant spectacle.Responding to a media question at Prayagraj if the wedding were going to be a Maha Kumbh of celebrities, the billionaire said, Definitely not! In recent days, social media has been awash in reports that a pantheon of global stars and celebrities would be attending Jeet Adanis wedding with Diva Shah, daughter of Surat diamond merchant Jaimin Shah. The guest names included Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Daniel Craig, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Kanye West, the Kardashian sisters, Rafael Nadal, Diljit Dosanjh, Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella, Billie Eilish, Coldplay and even King Charles and the Pope. Some social media users also said that the India-England ODI at the Motera stadium had been moved to accommodate the wedding, which was expected to feature 1,000 super cars, hundreds of private jets and chefs from 58 countries at a cost of over Rs 10,000 crore. Speaking after performing the Ganga Aarti with his family at Prayagrajs Triveni Sangam, Adani said, My upbringing and our way of doing things are that of a common person from the working class. Jeet too is here for Ma Gangas blessings. The wedding will be a simple and traditional family affair. Gautam Adanis announcement that his sons wedding on 7 February would be a low-key private ceremony in Ahmedabad came during his visit to the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. He was accompanied by his wife Dr Priti Adani, sons Karan and Jeet, daughter-in-law Paridhi and granddaughter Kaveri. At the Maha Kumbh, the Adani family offered prayers at the Lete Hanuman Temple after participating in the Mahaprasad Seva at ISKCON, where Adani is supporting the distribution of over one lakh free meals daily. Adani is also giving away one crore prayer books printed by the renowned Gita Press of Gorakhpur. Calling the Maha Kumbh Mela an indescribable experience, the industrialist lavished praise on the Modi and Yogi governments for the arrangements, especially policing and sanitation, and said that the Melas successful administration should be studied by management institutes and corporate houses.

Dabur Chyawanprash special CSR Initiative at Mysore

Mysore: Winter is one of the most awaited seasons in India, but it may also bring a plethora of diseases like Cold, Cough, and Respiratory problems to name a few; which are most prevalent in this season and usually occur due to low immunity. Chyawanprash is an around 3000-year-old & well-known Ayurvedic formulation that is used for boosting immunity and helps provide protection against common day-to-day infections like cough and cold. Dabur Chyawanprash contains many Rasayana herbs which help in the prevention of a variety of infections through its immunomodulatory effects. Dabur Chyawanprash announced the launch of a mega awareness initiative aimed at securing the health of underprivileged kids across the country. Under this initiative, Dabur Chyawanprash, along with a renowned doctor, will conduct Immunity awareness sessions to educate children about the need to build a stronger immune system to fight against illnesses due to the changing season, common bacteria, and viruses. The drive was flagged off in Mysore with a special session conducted for more than 150 kids from GHPS Gungral Chhatra llawala Hobli in Mysore With the esteemed Head Mistress, Mrs. Susheela, and Mr. Rajeev John, Marketing Head, Dabur India Ltd, Dinesh Kumar Dabur India Ltd & teachers from school attendance. The session was aimed at creating awareness among kids to fight illness in winter. The kids were also educated on ways to boost their immunity through basic hygiene and a nutritious diet. Speaking on the occasion, Dabur India Ltd, General Manager Marketing, Mr. Amit Garg said, Dabur Chyawanprash has been committed to helping every Indian achieve the strongest immunity for over 100 years. This initiative is a leap forward towards this commitment. We are concerned about the cold wave that claims so many lives every year. Through this initiative, we will attempt to reach out to provide protection to underprivileged kids by highlighting the importance of Immunity besides providing Chyawanprash to these kids. Dr. Parmeshwar Arora, M.D. (Ayurveda), B.H.U, said, During cycles of seasonal change, there is a sudden temperature variation, which leads to illnesses like cough, cold & flu. Enhancing immunity is an effective way to fight illnesses like cold, cough, respiratory problems, etc. Dabur Chyawanprash is an effective solution to boost ones immunity needs through changing weather cycles. Under this campaign, Dabur Chyawanprash has joined hands with leading NGOs from 22 cities in India i.e. Agra, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Udaipur, Jaipur, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Siliguri, Patna, Gaya, Indore, Raipur, Pune, Aurangabad, Ranchi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Mysore, Nasik, Nagpur, Gwalior, and Bhopal.

UP CM directs officials to expedite development projects, reviews progress of ongoing work

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath directs officials in Gorakhpur to expedite development projects by boosting manpower and ensuring accountability. He stresses timely completion and quality, mandates weekly updates, and highlights public participation, grievance resolution, and strict actions against crime. Yogi emphasizes traffic management and engaging entrepreneurs to resolve their issues.

Garuda Construction Wins Rs 1,087.34 Crore Order For Gorakhpur Convention Centre

According to the statement, this addition contributes to the company's order book of Rs 2,830 crore.

Mahakumbh 2025: UP handicrafts set for trade worth Rs 35 crore at ODOP exhibition

LUCKNOW: Mahakumbh-2025, a massive congregation of pilgrims along the banks of Sangam, is providing a platform for the artisans of Uttar Pradesh. Devotees, besides seeking spiritual fulfilment, are thronging the exhibition of 'One District, One Product' (ODOP), set up over 6,000 square metre area showcasing an array of exquisite handicrafts of the state. Be it the exquisite carpets of Bhadohi and Mirzapur, or intricate zari-zardozi, Katan silk quintessential to Banaras reflecting the ethos of the most ancient city of world, Firozabad's glass work, Moradabads brass work or fine wooden art pieces of Saharanpurall narrating the richness of handicraft industry of the state. Sharad Tandon, Joint Commissioner of Industries in Prayagraj Division, underscores the remarkable growth in trade from Mahakumbh held in 2019. In 2019, the turnover of handicraft industry was Rs 4.30 crore, but this time we are expecting a turnover of up to Rs 35 crore, an approximately eight times jump in the revenue from ODOP. This remarkable increase will offer new opportunities to the artisans while empowering small entrepreneurs, says Tandon. Adding another dimension to the event, Flipkart has set up a stall where local entrepreneurs are being offered a free sales opportunity. Artisans and handicraft sellers can now sell their products through Flipkart platform without any charge. It has been drawing shoppers in hoards. The exhibition is showcasing various crafts and Geographical Indication (GI) products. According to Dr Rajnikant, a GI expert, 75 GI products from the state are on display at ODOP exhibition in mela area. Among the 75 GI products, 34 are from the Kashi region, which has played an important role in securing the GI tag, offering recognition and protection to these unique crafts. Dr Rajnikant also mentioned efforts to bring other iconic products like Banaras Thandai, Lal Peda, and Banarasi Tabla to the global stage. The GI products up for grabs include Varanasi red chilies, Banarasi sarees, Pratapgarh amla and delicacies made of it, brass utensils from Mirzapur, and Gorakhpur terracotta. Additionally, carpets from Kushinagar and glass toys and utensils from Firozabad are top selling items at the exhibition. Visitors from across India and abroad are grabbing the opportunity to purchase products from local artisans, highlighting the growing popularity of this handcrafted treasure.

Runaway siblings set up tea stall at Maha Kumbh

Four siblings from Gorakhpur have run away from home to set up a tea and snacks stall at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. The siblings, who are all students, were inspired by a video they saw of people making good profits at the Kumbh. They borrowed money from a friend and pawned their belongings to start the stall.

Four siblings from Gorakhpur set up tea stall at Maha Kumbh, inspired by profit-making videos

Yogi offers khichdi to Baba Gorakhnath, prays for people welfare

GORAKHPUR, Jan 14: Goraksha Peethadheeshwar and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, adhering to the sacred traditions of the Nath Panth, offered the holy khichdi of faith to Shivavtar, Mahayogi Gorakhnath, at the Gorakhnath Temple during the Brahma Muhurta on the occasion of Makar Sankranti on Tuesday. On this auspicious occasion, Yogi prayed to Baba Gorakhnath for the welfare of the people, a harmonious and prosperous life for all citizens, and the nations well-being. After the ritual offering, he extended heartfelt greetings [] The post Yogi offers khichdi to Baba Gorakhnath, prays for people welfare appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Maha Kumbh an opportunity to know cultural & spiritual grandeur of UP and India: Yogi

GORAKHPUR, Jan 12 : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday highlighted the significance of the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh, calling it a unique opportunity for people from across the country and the world to witness UP and Indias cultural and spiritual grandeur. Speaking at the closing ceremony of Gorakhpur Mahotsav, the CM emphasised the special significance of this years Maha Kumbh, as it marks a rare celestial alignment occurring after 144 years. The 45-day grand event, from January 13 [] The post Maha Kumbh an opportunity to know cultural & spiritual grandeur of UP and India: Yogi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Nepal army band set to enthral at Army Day parade in Pune

NEW DELHI: As a significant gesture of friendship and cultural exchange, the Nepali Army Band has reached India to participate in the Army Day Parade to be held at Pune, Maharashtra on January 15. According to sources, The contingent commenced its journey from ICP (Integrated Check Post) Sonauli to Gorakhpur at 7:45 am on January 10 and is expected to arrive at Gorakhpur by 12 PM. The band will thereafter move to Pune in a C-295 aircraft and expected to reach there by evening, said sources. The 33-member delegation of the Nepal Army also includes 3 female musicians. Army Day parade The Army Day Parade commemorates Field Marshal K.M. Cariappas appointment as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army in 1949, symbolizing Indias post-independence military leadership. Traditionally held in Delhi, the parade began rotating to different cities in 2023, starting with Bengaluru, followed by Lucknow in 2024. Punes selection for the 2025 parade highlights the citys historic ties to the Armed Forces and its role as the headquarters of the Indian Armys Southern Command. This years parade will take place at the Bombay Engineering Group and Centre, featuring marching contingents, mechanized columns, and technological exhibits, highlighting demonstrations of cutting-edge defense technologies such as drones and robotics, along with captivating performances like combat demonstrations and martial arts displays. Deeper India, Nepal military ties The Armies of the two countries share strong ties marked with unique traditions. The Chief of Army Staff of the Nepal and Indian Army are honoured with the honorary ranks of the General. It was in November 2024 that General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army, was honoured with the rank of Honorary General of the Nepal Army. Ramchandra Paudel, President of Nepal conferred upon Dwivedi the rank of Honorary General of the Nepal Army during a special ceremony at President House, Sheetal Niwas in Kathmandu Nepal. Later in December, General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Nepali Army , was on a significant four-day official visit to India. During the visit, he was conferred with the Honourary Rank of General of the Indian Army by Draupadi Murmu, President of India, a unique and cherished tradition between the two armies that further strengthens the military ties. As per the Ministry of Defence, this special honour reflected the longstanding and exceptional bond between the Nepali and Indian armies, a tradition that dates back over 70 years and symbolises the close military cooperation between the two nations. Surya Kiran: India-Nepal Joint Military Exercise Presently Indian Army contingent comprising 334 personnel is participating in the 18th edition of Battalion Level Joint Military Exercise Surya Kiran. The exercise is going on in Saljhandi, Nepal from 31st December 2024 to 13th January 2025. It is an annual training event conducted alternatively in the two countries.

Lapata ladies: UP Bride, mother dissappear with cash, jewellery

Gorakhpur: A bride in the Khajni area of Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh decamped mid-wedding with jewellery and cash, leaving her 40-year-old groom high and dry. The drama unfolded at the Shiv Temple in Bharohiya where Kamlesh Kumar was undergoing the rituals for his second marriage, having lost his first wife. He had secured the relationship 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 .

Bride decamps mid-wedding with jewellery, cash in UP

A bride in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, disappeared during her wedding ceremony, taking jewellery and cash with her, leaving her 40-year-old groom in distress. The incident occurred at the Shiv Temple in Bharohiya where the groom, Kamlesh Kumar, was getting married for the second time. Kamlesh alleged that the bride and her mother left for the bathroom and never returned. He claims to have given the bride sarees, beauty products, and jewellery, and was already bearing the wedding expenses. Police are investigating the matter but no complaint has been filed yet.

Bride Decamps With Cash, Jewellery Mid-Wedding In UP's Gorakhpur

The drama unfolded at the Shiv Temple in Bharohiya where Kamlesh Kumar was undergoing the rituals for his second marriage, having lost his first wife.

UP CM Inaugurates Water Purification Projects of drains falling into RaptiRiver

Gorakhpur:Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated innovative water purification projects targeting drains that flow into the Rapti River on Friday, January 3, 2025. These initiatives emphasize sustainable solutions to combat river pollution and preserve water resources. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister praised the Municipal Corporation for its dedicated efforts to restore the Rapti River's health. He emphasized the importance of adopting phytoremediation, an eco-friendly technique using plants to remove pollutants from the environment. Phytoremediation: A Cost-Effective Solution Highlighting the benefits of phytoremediation, the Chief Minister revealed that this method successfully reduced pollution levels in the Rapti River at a fraction of the cost. Initially, a sewage treatment plant costing Rs.110 crore was planned, which included hefty expenses for electricity and maintenance. Instead, we implemented phytoremediation for just Rs.70 lakh, he said. Phytoremediation not only removes contaminants but also allows for the potential recovery of absorbed metals for recycling. The CM suggested replicating this approach across all drains to ensure they do not pollute rivers when discharged. Past Challenges and Penalties Before 2017, the municipal authorities faced repeated penalties from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) for failing to manage river pollution. In 2023, the NGT held the state government accountable for discharging 55 MLD (mega liters per day) of untreated sewage into Gorakhpur's rivers. Additionally, approximately 3.8 lakh metric tonnes of solid waste were being dumped at two sites near the river, leading to a compensation order of Rs.120 crore. Success in Reducing Pollution Levels The implementation of phytoremediation has drastically reduced the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) of the Rapti River from a hazardous 350 to a much safer 15-18. The lower BOD levels have transformed the river, making it suitable for irrigation, a feat previously unattainable due to high pollution levels. Aligning with National Initiatives Chief Minister Adityanath also acknowledged the success of central government programs like 'Namami Gange' and 'Har Ghar Jal,' led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He credited these initiatives for prioritizing clean water access and reviving the cultural and environmental significance of rivers across India. Yogi Adityanath called for widespread adoption of phytoremediation, ensuring a sustainable future for rivers and communities dependent on them.

Pakistani Man Released For Gorakhpur Jail Set To Return Home After 16 Years

Mansoor Ahmed was arrested near the India-Nepal border in Bahraich for entering India without a visa or passport.

Indian Railways Cancels 70 Trains on January 2: Check the Full List

Indian Railways has announced the cancellation of nearly 70 train services on January 2, 2024. This step was taken to facilitate scheduled maintenance work and address operational requirements. Maintenance activities are essential to ensure the safety and smooth functioning of the vast rail network across the country. Advisory for Passengers Passengers planning to travel are advised to verify the updated status of their trains before heading to the station. The latest train schedules and real-time updates can be accessed through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES). The NTES platform is available as a mobile application for both Android and iOS users, making it convenient to check the live status of trains anytime. Key Details About the Cancellations Indian Railways has emphasized that the cancellations are part of routine procedures to improve efficiency and ensure passenger safety. The affected trains include those connecting major cities and smaller towns, spanning various regions of the country. Below is the comprehensive list of the trains that will not operate on January 2, 2024: Cancelled Trains List: 14324 Rohtak-New Delhi 14323 New Delhi-Rohtak 04241 Mankapur Jn-Ayodhya Cantt Jn Memu 04242 Ayodhya Cantt-Mankapur Memu 04259 Mankapur Jn-Ayodhya Cantt Memu 04260 Ayodhya Cantt-Mankapur Jn Memu 04381 Prayagraj Sangam-Ayodhya Cantt Memu 04382 Ayodhya Cantt-Prayagraj Sangam Memu 04257 Mankapur Jn-Ayodhya Dham Memu 04258 Ayodhya Dham-Mankapur Jn Memu 04217 Varanasi-Lucknow Special 04218 Lucknow-Varanasi Special 04829 Jodhpur-Gorakhpur Special 22430 Pathankot-Delhi Junction 12497 New Delhi-Amritsar Junction 12498 Amritsar Junction-New Delhi 14662 Jammu Tawi-Barmer 12412 Amritsar Junction-Chandigarh 2479 New Delhi-Lohian Khas Junction 22480 Lohian Khas Junction-New Delhi (This is a partial list. Please check NTES for the full list of cancelled trains.) How to Stay Updated To avoid inconvenience, travelers are encouraged to use the NTES application to confirm train schedules and cancellations. This system provides real-time updates, ensuring passengers are informed well in advance. Indian Railways continues to prioritize passenger safety and service reliability by undertaking necessary maintenance and operational adjustments. While these cancellations may disrupt travel plans, they are aimed at enhancing the overall efficiency of the railway network.

Man, 2 Kids Electrocuted After Live Wire Falls On Them In UP's Gorakhpur

Within a few moments, the bike caught fire and the man and the two children were burned to death and no one could rescue them

Protests at AIIMS Gorakhpur after student alleges attempt to sexual attempt by guard

Gorakhpur: Protests erupted at AIIMS Gorakhpur after an MBBS student accused a security guard of allegedly attempting to sexually assault her on the campus, officials said on Saturday. The incident occurred around 9 pm on Friday when the student was heading to her hostel near gate number four, police said. Guard Satpal Yadav allegedly passed 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 .

'Chhavni Pravesh' held to welcome saints to Maha Kumbh; Adityanath reviews 'Khichdi Mela' preps

Saints entered the Maha Kumbh fair area in a grand procession. The Maha Kumbh will be held in Prayagraj. CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed Khichdi Mela preparations in Gorakhpur. The Mela coincides with Makar Sankranti and Maha Shivratri. Adityanath stressed the Mela's significance. He also reviewed Gorakhpur's development projects and the upcoming Gorakhpur Mahotsav.

Day back in history When Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan and Roshan Singh martyred their lives for the nation

The revolutionaries Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan and Thakur Roshan Singh were hanged by the Britishers on 19 th December, 1927. 99 years of the famous Kakori conspiracy and 97 years of the martyrdom of the freedom fighters. Bismil hanged at the Gorakhpur jail, Khan at the Faizabad jail and Roshan Singh at the Naini jail of Allahabad. The hot headed young men were well prepared with their plans and their deaths toowith a grin that sparked patriotism. Today we recall this date, the Kakori incident and the British play involved. The Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) or the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association The HRA was a radical left wing organization that operated from underground. It was founded by Sachindranath Sanyal. The manifesto was titled as The Revolutionary. After the sudden suspension of the Non- cooperation movement by Mahatma Gandhi in 1919, the youth leaders felt it was early. Moreover, the ideologies differed at a certain level. Leaders like Bismil were revolutionary in their approach and believed in overthrowing the British Raj through violence. They opposed Gandhi in the 37th session of the INC held in Bihar (1922). The INC was then divided into two groups one of the liberals and the other of rebels. The latter was the HRA, that adopted violent revolutionary means against the Britishers. They wanted to attain freedom through armed revolutions. HRA became The Hindustan Socialist Republican Association under the influence of Bhagat Singh. The Kakori train robbery case: Call it the Kakori conspiracy, Kakori incident, Kakori loot or the Kakori train robbery case. It was on Aug 9, 1925 when members of the Hindustan Republican Association (later known as the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association) executed a train robbery at the Kakori train station near Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The mastermind behind is said to be Ram Prasad Bismil, the others who were majorly involved were Asfaqullah Khan, Chandrashekhar Azad, Rajendra Lahiri and Roshan Singh. Apart from the key attackers, there were Sachindra Bakshi, Manmathnath Gupta, Mukundi Lal, Keshab Chakravorty, Banwari Lal and Murali Lal. There was a need of arms and ammunition to carry out the organizations activities, thus in order to arrange for the funds members of the HRA decided to loot the government treasury. As the Sahranpur Lucknow train approached Kakori station, the revolutionaries stormed inside it. It was believed that the Kakori mail was transporting the British treasury. Overthrowing the guards, they could loot Rs. 8000. No passenger was robbed or caused any harm (except for one). What followed after: The incident spurred horror around. However, it even encouraged more such revolutionaries to carry on such acts. The British Raj called for a manhunt against those involved in the tragic robbery. Nearly 40 people were arrested, all the key strategists except for Chandrashekhar Azad. They were arrested under multiple charges, including theft and attempted murder. The trial started in May 1926. In its final verdict, the court sentenced Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan, Roshan Singh and Lahiri to death. In jail, they went on a hunger strike demanding to be treated alike political prisoners. While outside, there was public dissatisfaction against the verdict. 78 members of the Central Legislative Assembly filed a petition to the Viceroy of India for the death sentence to be turned to life term. The Privy council and the British monarch were also sent the final appeal in this regard. But of no use. The three youth were hanged on the cold early morning of 19 th Dec 1927. Rajendra Lahiri was hanged two days earlier at the Gonda jail on 17 th Dec 1927. Other facts: It is also believed that the money looted was not to purchase arms and ammunition, rather for establishing printing press. They wanted to publish socialist literature for the youth. HRA was working towards uniting the country. Asfaqullah Khan even addressed the countrymen to stay united when all the Britishers were trying to do was divide them on communal lines. 40 people were arrested when only 10 people were involved in the incident. Know the leaders Ram Prasad Bismil The poet, writer and great revolutionary of India was born on 11 th June 1897. He belonged to Shahjahanpur district of then North western province of India. A Tomar Rajput, Bismil was associated with Arya Samaj at an early age. He was one of the initial members of the HRA. Bismil composed his poems in Hindi and Urdu, his pen names were Ram, Agyat and Bismil. He published a pamphlet called Deshvasiyon ke naam sandesh and a poem Mainpuri ki Pratigya. He carried out various underground activities, a poem titled Mann ki Lahar and translated two Bengali works. He drafted the yellow paper constitution of the HRA in 1923. Another work Kranti Geetanjali was published after his death in 1929. Not to forget the immortal poem- Sarfaroshi ki tamanna. In his honor, The Amar Shaheed Bismil Smarak has been established. The Pt. Ram Prasad Bismil Railway station 11 kms away from Shahjahanpur. A memorial that honors the Kakori conspirists at Kakori which was inaugurated by then PM Indira Gandhi. Asfaqullah Khan The revolutionary leader was born on 22 nd October 1900 in a Muslim Pathan family of Khyber tribe in Shahjahanpur. Khan met Ram Prasad Bismil and started working with him closely. He was an Urdu writer, writing in the name of Hasrat. He was inspired by the Lenin and Bolshevik revolutions in Russia. He firmly believed in socialist ideology. The freedom fighter was against religious communalism. Along with the others, he also got involved in the Kakori conspiracy. Out of his many writings in the jail, what catches attention is Brave dies once, cowards daily. you must read the proceedings of my case, then you will come to know to what extent I loved my motherland as a true Muslim. Aye mere paak khuda, Hindustan ki sarzameen par Azadi ka suraj ab jald tulu farma. (Oh Almighty let the Sun of Independence shine over Hindustan soon. Thakur Roshan Singh The revolutionary was born in Nabadi village of Shahjahanpur district on 22 nd January 1892. During the Non cooperation movement, he was sentenced for the Bareilly shooting case in 1921-22. After coming back from jail, he went on to join the HRA. It is said that he didnt participate in the Kakori robbery case, but was still arrested. He faced the trial in the murder that happened during the robbery. He was hanged alongside the other martyrs on 19 th January 1927. The three revolutionaries have been forgotten over time. They martyred for the nation when they were mere youths. And even before, when a young boy has dreams for himself, they had the dreams of freeing the nation from the shackles of the British. Now we can say that their means were unlawful, but how will you justify for the sacrifice they made. Leaving back bereaved families and loved ones. But a Bismil and an Ashfaqullah Khan taught us How to work for the betterment of the nation by standing united, rising above communal differences.

UP: Told to go to school, minor son kills mother

A 11th-grade student in Gorakhpur, India, has confessed to killing his mother after initially claiming she died from an accidental fall. The teen admitted to pushing his mother during an argument, resulting in a fatal head injury. The revelation came after a detailed investigation by police, who found inconsistencies in the boy's initial story and discovered evidence of a struggle. The boy is now in police custody.

Barc scientists 17-yr-old son detained for moms death

A 17-year-old boy in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, pushed his mother to death during an argument and hid her death from his father for five days. The boy, son of a BARC scientist, initially claimed it was an accident, but police investigation and autopsy revealed the truth.

Teenager pushes mother to death, leaves her unattended for five days

LUCKNOW: A 17-year-old boy was held by Gorakhpur police on Wednesday for pushing his mother during a heated exchange leading her to fall and get a fatal head injury. During the interrogation, the teenager not only admitted to his crime but also explained the series of events which resulted in the death of his mother Aarti. The boy revealed that when his mother turned unconscious after getting the head injury, he left for school leaving her behind in the same condition. Even on his return, he left her unattended and went to stay with his friend. This ordeal continued for the next five days before his father Ram Milan, an assistant scientist in the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) unit of Kalpakkam in Tamil Nadu, became suspicious of the explanation given by the boy. Ram Milan asked his sister-in-law Gyanti Devi, to check and she found the house locked and his son unreachable on the phone. Later, Ram Milan decided to visit his family in Gorakhpur himself. The revelation came to light during a two-hour interrogation by Additional SP (North) Jitendra Kumar Srivastava of the teenager who confessed that he had pushed his mother during an argument. The sequence of events began when Ram Milan from BARC called his wife, Aarti, on the evening of December 3. After he couldnt reach her as her mobile remained switched off for two days, on December 7, he sent his sister-in-law, to their house, which was locked from the outside. Ram Milan, on reaching Gorakhpur, found Aartis body in the house. Their son, who was found sitting on a bench in a nearby Shiva temple, initially tried to misguide both police and his father by telling them that Aarti died after a fall. He claimed panic led him to lock the house from the outside and wander for four days. However, the autopsy report contradicted the minors account, said the cops. Further investigation raised suspicions. Bloodstains were found at two different spots, indicating the body was dragged, and CCTV footage confirmed no outsiders entered the house. While searching the boys room, large amounts of cash were recovered in denominations of Rs 500, Rs 200, and Rs 100, added police. During interrogation on Wednesday, the boy confessed how he pushed his mother who died of the fall. Meanwhile, the altercation between the boy and his mother took off on December 3 morning when Aarti asked the boy, a student of class XI, to go to school and he refused. Instead, he asked for some money and a dispute ensued. Finally, the mother threw cash at him in frustration and in a fit of rage, the boy pushed her leading her to fall and getting a fatal head injury, SP Srivastava told the media persons. As per the police authorities, the boy and his mother were at loggerheads since December 1, when Aarti visited the school of her son and discovered that he rarely attended school but was involved in other activities. His mother scolded him badly in front of his classmates and teachers. SSP Gorakhpur, Gaurav Grover, said that the boy was sent to a shelter home.

Lok Sabha Approves Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 to Boost Railway Administration

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday, December 11, passed the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, amid disruptions during the Winter Session of Parliament. Introduced on August 9 by Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Bill aims to provide statutory powers to the Railway Board, enhancing its functioning and independence. Key Amendments and Objectives The Bill empowers the Central Government to determine the composition of the Railway Board, specifying the number of members, their qualifications, experience, and terms of service. By granting this authority, the amendment seeks to improve the administrative capabilities of the Railway Board, streamlining its operations and decision-making processes. In addition, the amendment help make feasible for the approval, expansion, and re-routing of super-fast trains through Thawe Junction in Bihar. This includes changes to the route of the Arunachal Express (Train No. 22411/22412), which will now pass through Siwan, Thawe, Kaptanganj, and Gorakhpur. The adjustment addresses long-standing demands for improved connectivity between Thawe Junction and major cities like Delhi, benefiting local residents, including migrant workers and pilgrims. Historical Context and Legal Simplification Explaining the significance of the amendments, Vaishnaw noted that provisions from the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905, are being integrated into the Railways Act, 1989. This unification aims to simplify the legal framework governing railways by eliminating the need to refer to two separate laws. The minister highlighted the historical evolution of network of the railway. Initially, part of the Public Works Department before independence, the Indian Railways Act, 1890, was introduced to manage railway operations. The Railway Board Act of 1905 was later enacted when the railway organisation was separated from the Public Works Department. Although the Railways Act, 1989, replaced the earlier law, the Railway Board continued to function without statutory backing. Addressing Regional Needs The amendment holds particular significance for Bihars Thawe Junction, which has long faced a lack of direct train connections to major cities. By expediting approvals for superfast train operations and rerouting, the government aims to enhance connectivity, fostering regional development and fulfilling local demands. Broader Impact With its focus on strengthening the Railway Board and addressing regional connectivity challenges, the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, marks a significant step in modernising Indias railway administration. The amendments are expected to pave the way for more efficient governance and improved services across the country.

India's First Integrated Waste Management City To Be Set Up In Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur By September 2025

Gorakhpur to get countrys first integrated waste management city by Sept 2025

Gorakhpur (UP), Dec 8: Gorakhpur is set to establish the countrys first Integrated Waste Management City-cum-Learning Centre by September 2025, aimed at making the city garbage-free and promoting sustainable waste management through circular economy model. Spread across 40 acres in Suthni village, Sahjanwa, the ambitious project will process various types of waste while generating charcoal and Bio-CNG, Gorakhpur Municipal Commissioner (GMC) Gaurav Sogarwal said. The initiative is expected to create jobs, boost revenue and serve as a learning hub for [] The post Gorakhpur to get countrys first integrated waste management city by Sept 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Three of family among five killed in road accident in UP

Gorakhpur : Five people, including three members of a family, were killed in a collision between two motorcycles in Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, police said on Saturday. Another biker rammed his vehicle into a truck while trying to avoid hitting the two motorcycles. Three people were critically injured in the incident which took place near the Mohaddipur power station late on Friday night, they said. Vikrant (35), a resident of Mohaddipur Bijli Colony, was returning home with his wife Nikita (30), their son Angad (5) and daughters Laado (1) and Pari, both infants, after attending a family function in Jatepur Uttari. When he turned towards Canal road, his motorcycle collided with another coming from Kundraghat, police said. A third biker crashed into a truck while attempting to avoid hitting the two motorcycles, they said. After receiving information about the incident, police reached the spot and rushed the injured to a hospital. Vikrant and his daughters, Monu Chauhan (32) of Rustampur and Suraj (28) of Betiahata Hanuman Mandir area were declared dead at the hospital. Both Monu and Suraj were also returning from a function, police said. The condition of Nikita, Angad and the third motorcyclist, Chinmayanand Mishra, is stated to be critical and they are undergoing treatment at BRD Medical College here. District Magistrate Krishna Karunesh and Senior Superintendent of Police Gaurav Grover visited the accident spot and the hospital to oversee treatment of the injured.

Murder case suspect shot at, arrested in UP's Deoria

DEORIA/GORAKHPUR: A murder case suspect was shot in the leg and nabbed Saturday morning in the Surauli area of Deoria district, police said. Deepak Mishra was admitted to Maharshi Devraha Baba Medical College for treatment for a gunshot wound. On November 7, Nihal Singh (alias Shubham Singh), a resident of Musaf Colony in Deoria, was shot dead near Jaddhu Parsia village. A manhunt was launched for the shooter at Singh's mother's complaint and five people were arrested in the course of the investigation. On Saturday, police, acting on a tip-off, intercepted Mishra near Vishunpur Morh in Surauli and opened fire when they were met with resistance. An illegal firearm was recovered from Mishra's possession, police said. Additional Superintendent of Police Sunil Kumar Singh said Mishra was the final suspect in the case. The accused is receiving medical treatment, and legal proceedings are underway, he added.

IndiGo to launch Bengaluru-Ayodhya direct flights from December 31

IndiGo has also announced the resumption of its daily flights between Bengaluru and Gorakhpur effective December 31, 2024.

Hyderabad Crimes: Vegetable Seller Held for Raping 5-Year-Old

Hyderabad: A five-year-old girl was allegedly raped by a vegetable seller in Jawaharnagar. Police apprehended the accused Paramesh Yadav, 30, who is a native of Uttar Pradesh and resides in Arundhatinagar, on Tuesday. Yadav moved to the city a year ago and has been making a living by selling vegetables. The victim's family has been residing in the same vicinity for six years and the parents work as daily wage labourers. The victim's mother has noticed her daughter being inactive and downhearted. The victim did not respond to the mothers questioning as she was threatened by the accused. Eventually, the mother learnt that the little girl was raped by the vegetable seller. She filed a complaint with the police and the accused was detained immediately and remanded by the court. The accused, in the pretext of offering her chocolates, allegedly took the minor to his place and raped her. He also threatened the victim, who was already in shock, not to reveal the incident to her family and he would kill her parents if she talked to them about the incident. Man booked for sexually assaulting 5-year-old A man was arrested by the Jawaharnagar police for sexually assaulting a five-year-old girl. The 30-year-old accused was sexually assaulting the victim at her house. Based on a complaint filed by the victims parents, the accused, who is a native of Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh, was booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (Pocso). However, police have not disclosed his arrest, officially. The victims parents settled in the city five years ago and were working as daily wagers, police sources said. Realtor murdered over financial dispute A 37-year-old realtor was brutally murdered by a man at his office in Hayathnagar in the early hours of Tuesday. The accused B. Shekhar unlawfully entered the office of Sanjay Constructions in Bhagyalakshmi Nagar. After having a heated argument with the owner of the company Y. Kashi Rao, Shekhar cut slit his throat and fled the scene, said P. Nagraj Goud, SHO of Hayathnagar. According to police, Shekhar had borrowed Rs 3.60 lakh from the victim. After Kashi Rao insisted on returning his money, Shekhar slit his throat with a knife, killing him on the spot, police said. Police have arrested the accused and are yet to disclose the arrest officially. The victims body has been shifted to Osmania General Hospital mortuary for postmortem and later handed over to his family members for his last rites. Watchman Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident A 43-year-old man died after allegedly being hit by a lorry in the KPHB police station area at around 3.45 am on Tuesday. The victim, Salega Ramesh, 43, was working as a watchman at a software company in Gachibowli. His wife Salega Bharathi, 42, filed the complaint with the police. The couple was living in Gajularamaram, Kukatpally. Ramesh was returning from his work at night. Near KPHB, a lorry driver, allegedly driving the vehicle in a rash manner, hit the two-wheeler. As a result, Ramesh suffered a head injury and died on the spot. When the deceaseds wife, Bharathi, learnt about the incident, she reached out to the police, who registered a case under Section 106 of the BNS. Police shifted the body of the victim to the mortuary for postmortem. Rowdy Sheeter Attacks Elderly Pilgrim A rowdy sheeter attacked an elderly Umrah pilgrim who had recently returned from Mecca. According to the police, the victim Ameeduddin, a resident of Tolichowki, was badly beaten up on Tuesday by the accused Md Shakir. The rowdy sheeter, riding on a bike intercepted Ameeduddin, who was crossing the road and suddenly started blowing punches on him amidst the public at Nanalnagar nala, Tolichowki crossroads. The locals informed the Filmnagar police, who arrived at the spot and recorded the statement of the victim. The police identified Shakir through the CCTV cameras installed in the area. The police suspect financial disputes as a reason for the attack. A special team has been set up to arrest Shakir.

BJP gears up for campaigning efforts in Ayodhya's Milkipur ahead of by-poll

LUCKNOW: After sweeping seven out of nine seats in the recently held by-poll, BJP has intensified its efforts to wrest the high-stake Milkipur seat in Ayodhya where the bypoll is scheduled soon. The party has deputed two more key organisational functionaries UP minister JPS Rathore and MLC Dharmendra Singh who led the party win in Kundarki (Moradabad) and Katehari (Ambedkarnagar) assembly bypolls, respectively where the lotus bloomed after three decades. Both Rathore and Dharmendra Singh are mandated to work alongside state ministers Surya Pratap Shahi, Mayankeshwar Singh, Girish Jatav, and Satish Sharma. Rathore, a known strategist in the party, is an MLC and UP cooperative minister in Yogi cabinet. He joined the state government after the BJP returned to office in 2022. He was tasked with ramping up BJP poll preparation in the Kundarki seat which has over 50 per cent of Muslim voters. Kundarki also faced a bypoll following the election of SP MLA Zia-Ur-Rehman Barq to Lok Sabha from Sambhal. BJPs victory in Kundarki consolidated Rathores position in the party. On the other, Dharmendra Singh being entrusted with Milkipur bypoll is equally significant. Singh has been a key organisational leader in the Gorakhpur region, the turf of Yogi Adityanath. Just over a year ago, Singh was anointed partys state vice-president while being nominated for the legislative council. Singh, an OBC, was deployed in Katehari, which has a sizable population of OBC and Dalits. As per the political experts, the BJP wants to capitalise on its victory in the bypolls. Milkipur, the reserved seat had fallen vacant following the election of SP nine-time MLA Awadhesh Prasad who had emerged as the master killer by defeating BJPs sitting MP Lallu Singh in Faizabad (Ayodhya) seat in recent Lok Sabha elections. However, the EC had postponed the bypoll since an election petition concerning Milkipur in Lucknow bench of Allahabad high court. The HC dismissed the pending petition last week, thereby clearing the decks for bypoll in Milkipur. Milkipur may well turn out to be another battle of prestige between the BJP and the SP since the BSP has opted out and Congress has decided to back SP. A per the party sources, ground-level preparation have already intensified in Ayodhya while revamping its organisational structure at the booth and mandal level. The Milkipur assembly seat has 414 booths and five divisions, which are scheduled to have a new set of functionaries. Analysts said that the BJP is expected to play on its tried and tested Hindutva pitch with a focus on Yogis Batenge toh katenge call to counter SPs caste narrative of Pichhda, Dalit, and Alpsankhyak (PDA).

Parents struggle as differently-abled children denied admission in schools

New Delhi: Ahead of International Disability Day on December 3, many parents complained that their children are not receiving proper education as differently-abled students are being denied admission to educational institutes. The hopes of Madhuri Patle, who was crowned Mrs India Universe in 2023, for her son's education have been dashed twice as she received rejection letters from a local school. Her three-year-old child suffers from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). My kid was attending normal pre-schooling and there was no issue with him there. I have been trying to get my child admitted to a school so that he could get the benefit of a proper learning atmosphere, Patle said. She added that generally, children with epilepsy or DMD do attend regular schools. What kind of facilities are they lacking? she asked, raising a concern about the barriers that differently-abled children face in accessing quality education. DMD is a genetic disorder that leads to progressive muscle degeneration and weakness due to a deficiency in a protein called dystrophin, which is essential for maintaining muscle cell integrity. Gitika Anand and her family have faced a similar struggle. After moving to Jaipur for a job, they soon learned that their child had DMD, prompting them to look for schools equipped to handle special needs. After trying for months to get her child into a good school, the applications were rejected. We had to leave our jobs and move back to Delhi. We wanted our child to be educated in an environment that understands his needs, but we found no options, she said. Vinai, a father of a 15-year-old boy, shared the heartbreak of seeing his son miss out on education. For the last two years, his son has been at home, deprived of schooling and the home-schooling he once had. My child was home-schooled until Class 8, but I wanted him to experience a proper school environment for higher classes. Unfortunately, his admission was denied by several schools, citing a lack of facilities to assist him, Vinai explained. It is disheartening to see him sitting idle, unable to learn or interact with peers, he said. Meanwhile, a school for autistic students at Vasant Kunj shared the challenges it faces in accommodating children suffering from DMD. The school said a child suffering from DMD has extreme fragility, a tendency to fall and hyperactivity, which require one-on-one care, including academic and clinical sessions, activities of daily living (ADL) training and assistance during mealtimes. Our facility is not developed to serve the supportive care needs of a child with DMD, the school noted. It further emphasised that not only their institution but any mainstream or special needs school would require in-class caregiving support for such conditions. Without this, it claimed that the child would be at greater risk. Rupa Rani from Gorakhpur also finds herself in a similar situation. Her 12-year-old son has been sitting at home for a year, longing for the school experience he has been denied. My son asks me every day when will he go to school and I have no answers for him, she said. Last year, a school promised that it would enrol him but kept delaying the admission. They kept saying he needed extra care, which they could not provide, but offered online classes as an alternative. We were grateful for any option, but after a few months, they decided not to continue with the online classes either, she added.

Mass Marriage program a step against dowry, promotes social equality: Yogi

GORAKHPUR, Dec 1: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Sunday, said that the Uttar Pradesh government has successfully facilitated 3.84 lakh marriages under its Mass Marriage programme in the last seven years with the number expected to exceed 4 lakh by the end of this session. Addressing a gathering at a mass marriage ceremony held on the Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited premises, Yogi said that the state governments mass marriage program, organized by the Social Welfare Department, symbolizes both social [] The post Mass Marriage program a step against dowry, promotes social equality: Yogi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Adopt sensitive approach to resolve complaints: Adityanath to officials

Gorakhpur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday urged officials to adopt a sensitive approach in addressing public grievances, stressing that no injustice would be tolerated. Addressing people at a Janta Darshan held at the Gorakhnath Temple, Adityanath reiterated the governments commitment to fairness and transparency in handling public issues, a statement issued here 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 Wedding Gone Wrong: Man Tied To Pole, Beaten Over Mistaken Identity

A wedding procession from Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur to neighbouring Deoria district Wednesday night took a wrong turn when a man, mistakenly accused of theft, was brutally beaten on camera.

RPF Officials Heard Strange Sounds From Train Toilet In Gorakhpur, What They Found Inside Was Shocking

During a night patrol on a departing train in Gorakhpur, RPF personnel heard strange noises from a locked toilet. When they opened it, they found two children

Air India pilot found dead in Mumbai, police arrest boyfriend

The deceased, Srushti Tuli, hails from Uttar Pradeshs Gorakhpur

Air India pilot harassed by boyfriend dies by suicide in Mumbai

A 25-year-old Air India pilot Srishti Tuli allegedly died by suicide in Marol, Andheri on Monday. The Powai police arrested 27-year-old Aditya Pandit, stated to be Srishti's boyfriend, on charges of abetment, on Tuesday. Tuli was found dead at her rented accommodation behind Marol Police Camp in Andheri (East) early on Monday. She resorted to the extreme step following an argument with her boyfriend. Her family based in Gorakhpur suspect Aditya Pandit murdered Srishti and was trying to portray it as a suicide. According to The Indian Express , her family alleged that Aditya abused Srishti in public and stopped her from eating non-vegetarian food. The family has urged the Mumbai police to thoroughly investigate the matter. Aditya and Srishti met in Delhi around two years ago while training for Commercial Pilot's License. After the training, Srishti got a job with Air India and moved to Mumbai in June 2023. Pandit had failed to clear the pilot's exam. (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.)

Akasa Air redefines travel experience with industry-first offerings

November: Akasa Air, Indias fastest-growing airline, is reshaping the aviation landscape through its suite of unique, industry-first offerings that put passengers at the heart of their service, setting new benchmarks for comfort, convenience, and customer satisfaction. With a bold new vision of what it means to travel in the modern era, Akasa Air has several initiatives, from gourmet in-flight dining to pet-friendly travel, all driven by a commitment to inclusivity and service excellence. Akasa Airs empathetic and youthful personality, employee-friendly culture, customer-service philosophy, and tech-led approach have made it the airline of choice for millions of customers. Since its inception, Akasa Air has redefined flying in India with its multiple industry-first and customer-friendly offerings. Belson Coutinho, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing & Experience Officer, Akasa Air, said, At Akasa Air, service excellence is a key culture pillar and a part of our DNA. Two years ago, we had set out with a promise to offer a dependable experience, and we are pleased that team Akasa has delivered on the promise through our warm and efficient flying experience. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do at Akasa Air, and we continue to use customer feedback to build on the strong foundation of the Akasa experience. We are now an international airline, and we are proud to take the Akasa experience and Indian hospitality to the world. Vibrant and fresh in-flight experience Every airplane features the Boeing Sky Interior, highlighted by modern sculpted sidewalls, window reveals and LED lighting that enhances the cabin experience. Inside the cabins, flyers are treated to softer seat cushions and spacious legroom, made possible by its innovative seat design. A majority of its aircraft are also equipped with USB ports to charge devices for the duration of the flight. Moreover, the spacious overhead space bins ensure that cabin baggage of up to 7 kg can be comfortably and securely carried on board. The fresh cabin environment creates a relaxed atmosphere and a sense of spaciousness, easing the flying experience.Akasa Air introduced SkyBeats by Akasa to offer a unique musical experience during aircraft boarding and deplaning. Crafted by local Indian musicians, the airline presents three distinct sets tailored for different times of the day Morning, Afternoon, and Evening blending contemporary tunes with Indian undertones. Akasa Air also introduced SkyLights by Akasa to enhance the customer experience by innovatively using the lightning features of the Boeing Sky Interior. Through these offerings, Akasa Air aims to create comfortable and calm surroundings for its customers. Moreover, Akasa Air also provides updates on match scores of major sporting events throughout the year on board its flights through its initiative called SkyScore by Akasa. A gourmet in-flight dining experience with Caf Akasa Caf Akasa recently unveiled a refreshed menu thoughtfully curated to include a variety of gourmet meals, snacks, and refreshing beverages to ensure there is something to cater to a wide range of dietary and culinary preferences. The new menu offers 45+ meal options, including fusion meals, appetizers with a regional twist, and decadent desserts, all exclusively curated by reputed chefs from across India. Akasa Air has been committed to offering specially curated meal options that reflect regional specialities associated with various celebrations. From Makar Sankranti to Valentines Day, Holi, Eid, Mothers Day, International Yoga Day, Monsoon season, Navroz, Onam, Ganesh Chaturthi, Dussehra, Diwali, and Christmas, Caf Akasa continues to enhance the flying experience with festive meals. The airline also offers a pre-selection of cakes on its regular menu for flyers who want to celebrate the birthdays and special occasions with their loved ones in the skies. Created an inclusive travel experience for pet parents with Pets on Akasa Pets on Akasa, Akasa Airs pet-friendly carriage policy has received an extremely encouraging response from travellers across the network. Keeping customer feedback in mind, the airline enhanced its service to extend the weight limit of pets allowed in the cabin to 10Kgs from the previous limit of 7Kgs. Since the launch of the service in November 2022, Akasa Air has flown over 4800 pets across its domestic network. Peaceful late-night and early-morning flights with QuietFlights For flights operating between 22:00 hrs to 06:00 hrs, Akasa Air has minimised announcements to essential safety messages and adjusted cabin lighting to create a calming environment, allowing passengers to enjoy uninterrupted relaxation and privacy. All-inclusive, customised travel experiences with Akasa Holidays Akasa Holidays provides an extensive range of affordable, and customised holiday packages across India and overseas holiday destinations. Designed to cater to the diverse needs and preferences of travellers, Akasa Holidays can be customised for a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or even a corporate retreat. It provides comprehensive services from air travel and hotel stays to transfers, activities, and 24/7 on-tour assistance, allowing passengers to explore holiday destinations with ease. 25+ ancillary products to deliver on its promise of exceptional customer service Akasa Air continues its focus on service excellence with a customer-first approach that ensures a smoother and more enjoyable travel experience. With services such as Akasa GetEarly, Seat & Meal Deal, Extra Seat, the airline is constantly innovating to meet the evolving needs of todays travellers. Commitment to inclusivity Inclusivity and empathy are the core values of Akasa Air. Since its inception, the airline has endeavoured to proffer a cohesive travel experience to all its passengers. Akasa Air partnered with Xaviers Resource Centre for the Visually Challenged (XRCVC) to develop the airlines safety manual and in-flight dining menu in Braille to ensure customers with visual impairments have a seamless experience on board. By incorporating Braille, passengers with visual impairments can independently understand the safety instructions and select their meal preferences, enhancing their overall travel experience. Sustainability is at the heart of Akasa Air Akasa Air is the greenest airline with sustainability deeply ingrained in its DNA. In its effort to integrate sustainability into daily operations, the airline has introduced several initiatives to reduce environmental impact and offer passengers an all-round environmentally progressive travel experience since its inception. These include fuel-efficient engines, sustainably curated crew uniforms and eco-friendly inflight meal packaging. Since inception, a key decision was to move away from the ceremonial water cannon salutes at flight and route inaugurations to manage water wastage which has resulted in saving approximately 4,64,000 litres of water to date. Akasa Air remains steadfast in its commitment to investing in and giving back to the planet in every possible way. Akasa Airs consistent on-time leadership, operational efficiencies and extremely positive customer feedback have made it a preferred carrier in India, serving over 13 million passengers since its launch in August 2022. Akasa Air currently connects with 22 domestic and five international cities, namely Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Delhi, Guwahati, Agartala, Pune, Lucknow, Goa, Hyderabad, Varanasi, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Port Blair, Ayodhya, Gwalior, Srinagar, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Doha (Qatar), Jeddah, Riyadh (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Abu Dhabi (UAE) and Kuwait City (Kuwait).

Fact-Check: Old, Unrelated Video Shared As Recent Visuals From Sambhal Violence

This video is from 2019 when police clamped down on CAA protestors who pelted stones at them in Gorakhpur.

UP: Seven medical students suspended for 'ragging' juniors in Gorakhpur

According to the complaint, seven seniors from the 2023 batch allegedly entered the hostel around 10 pm and stayed for about 30 minutes

Outsourced recruitment ad for Gorakhpur Municipal Body sparks outrage

The Opposition has called it as a lateral entry exercise intended to end reservations

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.

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.

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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'.