UP: Poll officials meet in Ghaziabad to review Special Summary Revision-2027
Digital Desk | Lucknow/Ghaziabad, Nov 13 (IANS) The Divisional Commissioner on Friday led discussions at a review meeting in Ghaziabad district on preparations for the Special Summary Revision-2027 of the assembly electoral rolls, an official said. The meeting discussed in detail the preparations for the Special Summary Revision, the publication of the draft electoral roll and the action plan to include the names of as many eligible citizens as possible in the electoral roll, the official said in a statement. The meeting was attended by the District Election Officer, the Deputy District Election Officer, the Electoral Registration Officers of all assembly constituencies and the Assistant Electoral Registration Officers, it said. Under the Special Summary Revision-2027, the draft electoral roll will be published on November 17. Expressing satisfaction with the preparations, training and coordination among the officers of Ghaziabad, the officials said that the District Election Officer and all concerned officers will work effectively to achieve this challenging target within the stipulated time. Every citizen will have the opportunity to check the entries of themselves and their family members in the electoral roll. Citizens will also be able to verify the accuracy of their name, age, gender, photo and other details. After the publication of the draft electoral roll, claims and objections will be received from November 17 to December 16, the statement said. During this period, Form 6 can be filled to include the names of eligible citizens, Form 7 can be filled to object to a name included in the electoral roll or to have the name of an ineligible person deleted, and Form 8 can be filled to make corrections to the name, address and other details, for a change of residence, for replacement of an EPIC and for marking as a voter with a disability, it said. The claims and objections received will be disposed of by December 28 and the final electoral roll will be published on January 4, said the office of the Uttar Pradesh CEO. The draft electoral rolls will also be available on the websites of the Chief Electoral Officer, Uttar Pradesh and the District Election Officer, at all concerned polling stations and in the offices of the Electoral Registration Officers. Copies of the electoral roll will also be provided to recognised political parties. During the revision, special campaign days will be organised on November 21 and 22 and November 28 and 29. On all four days, Booth Level Officers will be present at their respective polling stations and receive claims and objections from citizens. Drawing special attention to the status of voter registration in Ghaziabad, it was stated that the districts electoral roll currently has the names of more than approximately 23 lakh voters, whereas an estimated 10 lakh eligible citizens are still outside the electoral roll whose names should be included, said the statement. Instructions were given to make efforts on a large scale to achieve the target and to work on the Whole of Government and Whole of Society concept to achieve this goal. Under this, eligible citizens will be identified with the cooperation of various government departments, social organisations, Resident Welfare Associations, educational institutions and other bodies, and they will be encouraged to get their names entered in the electoral roll.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday highlighted the state's rich legacy of classical music, folk arts and theatrical traditions, emphasising the importance of preserving the Guru-Shishya Parampara and reviving endangered musical instruments while addressing the 'Dharohar' programme organised on the foundation day of the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi in Lucknow. Addressing the 'Dharohar' programme organised on the foundation day of the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi, the Chief Minister congratulated the Akademi on completing 63 years and appreciated the young artists who presented performances using endangered musical instruments. Yogi called for the revival and preservation of endangered musical instruments and folk arts, stressing that the country's cultural heritage should be carried forward and made a source of livelihood, identity and pride for future generations. Addressing the gathering he said, I felt very good that our young artists, what a magnif...
UP CM Yogi Adityanath to visit Meerut on Saturday; to inspect Ganga Mela preparations
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is scheduled to visit Hapur, Meerut and Aligarh on Saturday, during which he will inspect preparations for the Purnima Ganga Mela in Garhmukteshwar, honour ex-servicemen and pay tribute to the late father of Minister of State (Independent Charge) Somendra Tomar. He will attend an ex-servicemen event at the Kulwant Singh Stadium in the Meerut Cantonment area. A large number of ex-servicemen, Veer Naris, and their family members are expected to participate in the event. On Saturday morning, CM Yogi will arrive at Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad from Lucknow. From there, he will travel by helicopter to the Ganga Mela site in Garhmukteshwar, Hapur. He will conduct an on-site inspection of the arrangements for the Tigri Mela held across the Kachcha Ghat, Lathira, and Garhmukteshwar areas and hold a meeting with officials to review the preparations. This visit is considered significant, as it focuses on ensuring the convenience, safety, and hygiene of...
Centre announces major reshuffle of top IIS officers
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has a in a top deck reshuffle of its officials, given new postings to six Indian Information Service (IIS) Group A officers across PIB, Central Bureau of Communication, and News Services Division with R.K. Jain designated as the new DG (Coordination) for the PIB, with immediate effect, it was announced on Friday. Kanchan Prasad Mandlaus, Director General (DG), Central Bureau of Communication (CBC), New Delhi, has been transferred and posted as Director General, Directorate of Publication Division (DPD), New Delhi. L Madhu Nag, Director General (Media & Communication), PIB, New Delhi, along with the additional charge of Director General (Training), Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi, has been transferred and posted as Director General (News), NSD, AIR, New Delhi, with the additional charge of Director General, AIR. Dhiraj M Kakadia, Director General, Directorate of Publication Division (DPD), New Delhi, has been transferred and posted as Director General (Media & Communication), PIB, New Delhi. He will also work as Director General (Training), IIMC, New Delhi. Mattu J P Singh, Director General (Media & Communication), PIB, New Delhi, currently on the strength of PIB, Lucknow, will continue in the same position and will also work as Secretary, Press Council of India (PCI), New Delhi. Shubha Gupta, Additional Director General (Media & Communication), PIB, New Delhi, currently working as Secretary, PCI, New Delhi, will continue as Additional Director General (Media & Communication), PIB, New Delhi. The order further directs all Additional Director General-level IIS officers of CBC to report to the Director General (Coordination), PIB, New Delhi. It also states that Chief Media Coordinators (CMCs) of ministries and departments, along with State CMCs and heads of PIB offices, will report to the Director General (Coordination), PIB. Eight IIS Group 'B' officers have also been given new assignments, with immediate effect, spanning Doordarshan (DD), All India Radio (AIR), regional news units, and the Press Registrar General of India (PRGI). Earlier this month, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting promoted 26 Senior Grade officers of the Indian Information Service (IIS), Group B, to the Junior Time Scale Grade of IIS, Group A, on a regular basis along with new postings.
Man Held For Train Bomb Threat At Lucknow Station
A 28-year-old man, Mohammad Shariq, has been arrested in Lucknow for allegedly pasting handwritten messages containing communal remarks and threats to blow up a train at Charbagh railway station. The notes were found on November 11 in the Varanasi-Lucknow Intercity. Police stated the motive was to defame a woman after a relationship ended.
Star Cast: Pankaj Tripathi, Aditi Rao Hydari Director: Varun V Sharma Parivarik ManuRanjan Movie Review Synopsis: PARIVARIK MANURANJAN is the story of a man's bond with his housekeeper. Lucknow-based Ranjan Dubey (Pankaj Tripathi) works in the electricity department. He's 40 and unmarried and resides all alone in the palatial Dubey Niwas. Ranjan does all the work alone and his neighbour, colleague and best friend, Rajaram (Brijendra Kala), asks him to hire a maid. Rajaram posts a video on Facebook asking for those interested in 24-hour housekeeping to apply. Rajaram further states in the video that lodging and boarding would be provided for free. The next day, Helen (Aditi Rao Hydari) lands up at Dubey Niwas to apply for the position. She hesitates at first when she realizes that there are no ladies in the house. But Ranjan's kind behaviour motivates her to take up the job. Ranjan's life gets better as he now gets ironed clothes and delicious homecooked food. He also finds himself getting attracted to Helen. Unknown to Ranjan, Helen is hiding a secret. In fact, her real name is not Helen but Manu Joshi. What happens next forms the rest of the film. Parivarik ManuRanjan Movie Story Review: Brijendra Kala, Ali Abbas Zafar and Varun V Sharma's story is sweet and much needed in todays times of hyper-macho films. Brijendra Kala, Ali Abbas Zafar and Varun V Sharma's screenplay is breezy and heartwarming. However, the writing suffers in some places. Brijendra Kala's dialogues add to the fun. The monologue in the climax is dramatic and very well worded. Varun V Sharma's direction is simple and reminds one of the films of Hrishikesh Mukherjee and Basu Chatterjee. Another parallel that can be drawn is with the recently released Malayalam film, BETHLEHEM KUDUMBA UNIT [2026], as both stories revolve around an older man falling for a younger woman. However, the similarities end there, as the milieu, setting and characterizations are completely different. The bond shared by Ranjan and Manu is heartwarming. In fact, the film brings a smile to one's face from start to finish. As is often the case in small towns, a young, beautiful woman staying in a single man's house raises eyebrows, and this aspect is also nicely depicted. An unexpected twist at the midpoint adds to the intrigue. The finale is dramatic and justified. On the flipside, it is strange that Ranjan never asks for identity proof when a mysterious woman turns up seeking a job. This is a basic precaution in today's times. Manu's family is mentioned several times but is never shown. It would have been interesting to know more about her family members. A few developments are bewildering, such as Ranjan's sisters forcing Manu to work during the mundan ceremony. The circumstances that lead Ranjan to hire a full-time maid also seem sudden and unconvincing. Lastly, the manner in which Mukesh Tiwari's character gets hoodwinked is difficult to digest. Parivarik ManuRanjan Movie Review Performances: Pankaj Tripathi is aptly cast as Ranjan Dubey, a man with a gentle and non-threatening personality. Thanks to Pankajs persona and demeanour, it is completely believable that Helen agrees to stay in Ranjans house despite him being the only occupant. The actor brings humour to the film in his own style and does very well in the confrontation sequences. Aditi Rao Hydari looks stunning and gets completely into the skin of her character. Again, her arresting presence and pleasing personality add to her fine performance. The chemistry shared by both is too good. Brijendra Kala and Sunita Rajwar (Tamanna) are dependable as always. Mukesh Tiwari (Bhoop Singh) makes his presence felt. Vijayant Kohli (Harishankar) and Neelu Dogra (Babita) lend able support. Kumar Saurabh (Chaurasiya; panwallah) raises laughs. Others who do well are Ghanshyam Garg (Ghanshyam; office colleague), Jyoti Pandey (Jyoti Kumari; cop), Sunil Kumar Verma (Sunil Gupta; boss) and Niharika Porwal (Swati; office colleague). Parivarik ManuRanjan movie music and other technical aspects: Songs are okay but 'Jingle Bell' and 'Sir Sir Sir' stand out. 'Chaaap Tilak' works due to the picturization. Joel Crasto's background score is in sync with the films mood. Anup Singh's cinematography is satisfactory. Vikram Singh and Ravin Karde's production design is authentic. Vineet Chauhan's costumes for Pankaj Tripathi are realistic, while Chandrakant Sonawane's costumes for Aditi Rao Hydari are straight out of life and yet a bit glamorous. Malvika Bajaj's costumes for the rest of the characters are fair. Steven Bernard's editing is breezy. Parivarik ManuRanjan Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, PARIVARIK MANURANJAN is a sweet, heartwarming entertainer that stands out in todays times of larger-than-life, action-packed films, thanks to its simple storytelling, feel-good moments and the lovely chemistry between Pankaj Tripathi and Aditi Rao Hydari.
Our battle is against BJP: Aazad on alliance with AIMIM
Lucknow: Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) chief and Nagina MP Chandra Shekhar Aazad on Friday, November 13, emphasised that his battle is against the ruling party in Uttar Pradesh and not the opposition, and asserted that the new alliance Samajik Parivartan Morcha (SPM) will abet the ouster of BJP. All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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'Received calls from NDA, INDIA Bloc parties': Aazad Samaj Party chief on new alliance
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Nov 13 (IANS) Aazad Samaj Party-Kanshi Ram President, Chandra Shekhar Azad, on Friday, said that he received calls from alliance partners of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the INDIA Bloc, displaying willingness to join the 'Samajik Parivartan Morcha' alliance that he has set up with Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh elections. This comes a day after the Lok Sabha MP said that he was willing to keep doors open to include any other Opposition party in the 'Samajik Parivartan Morcha' alliance, formed to contest the upcoming UP elections, with Azad being declared as the chief ministerial candidate. Speaking to IANS, the Aazad Samaj Party chief said: I received a call from a constituent party of the NDA. They suggested that if they are accorded due respect, they would like to contest the election alongside us and become part of this alliance. I told them that I would consult our existing alliance partners; if they agree, we will take the conversation forward. I also received a call from senior leaders of a party within the INDIA Bloc. They expressed that they would be willing to join this broader alliance and contribute to stopping the Bharatiya Janata Party. We are open to this, he added. Meanwhile, Samajwadi Party (SP) President, Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday welcomed the 'Samajik Parivartan Morcha' alliance of Aazad Samaj Party-Kanshi Ram and the AIMIM, while asserting that rue success is only possible with 'Rajnaitik Parivartan Morcha'. Reacting to the same, Azad said, Thats fine. I congratulate him on his analysis. Stressing that his fight is against the BJP-led NDA, the MP said, I had even extended an offer to them (SP). I dont quite understand this particular stance of his. He (Akhilesh) has welcomed and he should do so. In a democracy, everyone has the right. The Aazad Samaj Party chief further said that if the SP can contest elections in Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, or Jammu, then, being from Uttar Pradesh, we will certainly contest with full strength. We will fight, we will win, and we will raise the voices of the marginalised. We wont just sit at home after securing their votes. Instead, we will champion their issues, become their source of strength, and serve as their voice, he stated.
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], November 13 (ANI): Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday said the Congress had deep roots in Uttar Pradesh, expressing enthusiasm about interacting with party leaders and workers at a meeting focused on preparations for the 2027 Assembly elections. Speaking to ANI,
UP Congress workshop today to chalk out strategy for upcoming Assembly elections
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Nov 13 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh Congress is organising a one-day workshop on Friday, involving district and city presidents from its 134 district units, along with representatives of frontal organisations, cells and departments, to formulate a comprehensive strategy for the forthcoming Assembly elections. The workshop focussed on four key areas, including the establishment of a War Room to oversee the party's activities until the elections, strengthening the legal cell in view of concerns surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, and improving the party's media and social media strategies. Speaking to IANS, Uttar Pradesh Congress president Aradhana Misra said the workshop was aimed at strengthening the party's organisational structure and preparing its leaders for the electoral battle. Today, we are holding a one-day workshop involving district and city presidents from our 134 district units, along with chairpersons of our frontal organisations, cell departments and other members. The workshop will feature presentations on four subjects. The first is the War Room, which will oversee our operations from now until the elections. The second is the legal cell, as there are significant concerns regarding the SIR, along with other legal matters. The remaining two subjects are media and social media. Today's workshop is organised around these four key areas, she said. Uttar Pradesh Congress in-charge Rajendra Pal Gautam said the party would prepare a comprehensive roadmap to expand its campaign across the state, ensuring that its ideology and public concerns reach every village. Essentially, this is a workshop involving 134 district and city presidents, along with representatives from various frontal organisations and departments. Together, we will formulate a comprehensive strategy to take our campaign to every village in Uttar Pradesh. We will prepare a detailed roadmap and work on a war footing to ensure that the ideology of our organisation and alliance, our core issues and the concerns of the people reach every village, he said. He added that discussions would also cover the key issues being incorporated into the party's manifesto, which is currently under preparation. Congress MP Imran Masood said the party was making preparations to contest the upcoming elections effectively. We are making preparations. We will contest the elections in the most effective way possible, he said.
Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday, November 13, described bulldozers as the states brand and suggested that CNH Industrial, which is setting up a tractor manufacturing plant in Gautam Buddh Nagar, could also manufacture them in Uttar Pradesh. Bulldozers have become a major political symbol for the Yogi Adityanath-led government in Uttar Pradesh. While 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: Three notorious criminals arrested after police encounters in Bahraich, Mathura
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Nov 13 (IANS) Police arrested three notorious criminals following separate encounters in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich and Mathura districts. Two of the accused sustained bullet injuries in retaliatory police firing and were admitted to hospitals for treatment. In Bahraich, history-sheeter Babbu was shot in his right leg during retaliatory police firing late on Thursday night in Payagpur. He was subsequently arrested by the police team. The accused, a resident of Babya village, has more than two dozen criminal cases registered against him at various police stations in Bahraich and other districts. Superintendent of Police (SP) Vishwajeet Srivastava said the police received information from an informer about a suspicious person allegedly planning to commit theft or sell stolen goods near the railway underpass culvert in Payagpur. Acting on the information, a police team reached the spot and cordoned off the area. However, Babbu, who had taken cover behind the railway tracks, opened fire at the police personnel. The police retaliated in self-defence, during which the accused sustained a bullet injury to his right leg and was subsequently apprehended. An illegal .315-bore pistol, an empty cartridge case, two live cartridges, gold and silver jewellery, and Rs 14,500 in cash were recovered from his possession. According to the police, Babbu has more than 25 criminal cases registered against him in Lucknow, Faizabad, Gonda and other districts. He has been admitted to a hospital for treatment. Meanwhile, in Mathura, a joint team comprising personnel from Jait police station, the SWAT team and the surveillance unit arrested two alleged robbers following an encounter on Wednesday night. One of the accused, identified as Jagdish alias Kale, sustained a bullet injury to his right leg during retaliatory firing and was hospitalised. According to CO Sadar Varun Singh, on November 10, two unidentified motorcycle-borne criminals allegedly snatched purses from two women travelling in an auto-rickshaw and an e-rickshaw near Radhakund Road (Chhatikara) and Maghera Temple (Ral). Following the incidents, two separate cases were registered at Jait police station, and police launched a search for the suspects with the help of CCTV footage. The CO said that around 10.30 p.m. on November 12, police received information that the two suspects were roaming on the Radhakund-Govardhan Road and planning another crime. Acting on the tip-off, police set up a cordon and began checking vehicles near Nagla Pisawa turn, ahead of Maharishi School on the Govardhan-Ral Road. When the police attempted to stop two men riding a motorcycle without a number plate, the suspects allegedly opened fire at the team with the intention of killing them. In the retaliatory firing, Jagdish alias Kale (27) sustained a bullet injury to his leg. Both suspects were subsequently apprehended. The second accused was identified as Ram Kishan (34). Police said Jagdish has 14 criminal cases registered against him, while Ram Kishan has three. The recovery from their possession included Rs 11,500 in cash, two stolen mobile phones, two ATM cards, two Aadhaar cards, a motorcycle without a number plate, a pistol and cartridges.
A journalist named Tariq was allegedly stabbed in Lucknow during an altercation stemming from a monetary dispute. The incident occurred on Thursday evening, involving another journalist, Santosh Sharma, and the accused, Rajkumar. Tariq, who intervened, sustained a stab wound and is currently stable in hospital, while Rajkumar has been detained.
Railways Announces Special Trains for Chhath: Lucknow-Barauni and Gorakhpur-Delhi Services
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Lucknow on Friday (November 13) to inaugurate the newly constructed 'Sanskriti Bhawan' at Gulzar Upvan on Sultanpur Road. According to BJP Lucknow Mahanagar President Anand Dwivedi, Singh will arrive at Lucknow Airport at 11 am on Friday. He will subsequently travel by road and reach Gulzar Upvan at 11:25 am. The inauguration ceremony will be held from 11:30 am to 1 pm, during which the Defence Minister will formally inaugurate the newly constructed building. Following the ceremony, Singh will leave Gulzar Upvan for Lucknow Airport at 1:05 pm. Earlier in the day, Singh called upon the armed forces to strengthen their offensive and defensive capabilities to maintain the element of surprise against adversaries, stressing the need to ensure that India can strike without giving the enemy time to react while remaining prepared to counter unexpected threats amid evolving warfare and rapid technological advancements. Addressing the Air Force Commander...
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Chhath Puja: BJP govts in Delhi, Bihar to run 77 buses with subsidised fare
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) On the occasion of Chhath Puja, the BJP-led governments in Delhi and Bihar have decided to deploy 77 buses for ferrying devotees on subsidised tickets, Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said on Thursday. He said the initiative reflects the shared commitment of both governments to ease the festive travel rush and strengthen interstate public transport connectivity. The initial arrangement from Anand Vihar Bus Terminal includes 77 buses across five Bihar divisions: Muzaffarpur (36), Patna (13), Purnea (12), Gaya Ji (10) and Darbhanga (6), he said. To provide financial relief to passengers, subsidised festival fares are being charged across Non-AC Seater, Non-AC Sleeper, AC Seater and AC Sleeper categories, he said. Depending on the route and bus category, passengers will benefit from reductions ranging from Rs 134 to Rs 1,028, he said. For instance, the Non-AC Seater fare on the Patna-Delhi route has been reduced from Rs 1,615 to Rs 1,221, while the AC Seater fare has been brought down from Rs 1,980 to Rs 1,361, he said. Pankaj Kumar Singh said, Chhath Puja holds immense cultural and emotional significance for lakhs of people from Bihar and Poorvanchal residing in Delhi. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi government is committed to working in coordination with the Bihar Government to ensure that passengers can travel home safely and affordably. The introduction of subsidised fares and additional bus services is an important step towards making public transport more accessible during the festive season, he said in a statement. The Minister highlighted the proposed Reciprocal Transport Agreement between Delhi and Bihar, which envisages 18 interstate routes connecting Delhi with major destinations in Bihar, including Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Purnea, Araria, Kishanganj, Buxar, Nawada, Madhubani and Biharsharif. The proposed arrangement provides for bus operations in both directions, with a permit quota of 12 buses each for Delhi and Bihar on every route. Several routes will connect through major transit points in Uttar Pradesh, including Noida, Agra, Lucknow, Kanpur, Gorakhpur and Varanasi. Pankaj Kumar Singh said that passenger safety and environmental compliance have also been prioritised under the proposed agreement. Only BS-VI environment-friendly CNG buses and electric buses will be permitted. Buses will also be required to have vehicle location tracking devices and emergency buttons. The agreement further provides for mutual recognition of tickets issued in either state and stipulates that the arrangement will remain valid for 10 years subject to applicable legal provisions, he said. The Delhi Transport Minister reiterated that the initial 77-bus service is an important beginning and that its operations will be monitored to assess passenger requirements. Further routes and services will be incorporated in a phased manner to strengthen connectivity between Delhi and Bihar and provide passengers with more convenient and affordable travel options, the statement said.
Akhilesh Yadav welcomes Azad Samaj Party-AIMIM alliance, advocates for
Akhilesh Yadav welcomes Azad Samaj Party-AIMIM alliance, advocates for Rajnaitik Parivartan Morcha Lucknow: Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday welcomed the Samajik Parivartan Morcha alliance of Azad Samaj Party-Kanshi Ram and the AIMIM for the 2027 UP Assembly polls, while asserting that true success is only possible with Rajnaitik Parivartan Morcha. Earlier on [] The post Akhilesh Yadav welcomes Azad Samaj Party-AIMIM alliance, advocates for Rajnaitik Parivartan Morcha appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday secured a four-day remand of Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan in a money laundering case linked to the Jauhar Trust. He will be brought to Lucknow on Friday for questioning by the central agency.
ED secures 4-day custody of Azam Khan in money laundering case
Senior Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan has been granted four days' custody by the Enforcement Directorate. This is in connection with a money laundering investigation related to the Mohammad Ali Jauhar University. The court found the need for custodial interrogation due to the complexity of the financial irregularities associated with the university project. Khan has been accused of evading previous questioning and facing multiple age-related health issues.
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Owaisi Seals Deal With ASP; Declares Chandrashekhar Aazad As CM Candidate For UP Elections 2027
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Azad to lead Samajik Parivartan Morcha, be UP CM face: Owaisi
Lucknow: AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Thursday, November 12, announced that Azad Samaj Party (Kanshiram) president Chandrashekhar Aazad would be the chief ministerial face of the newly formed Samajik Parivartan Morcha for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Addressing a press conference here with Aazad, Owaisi said the alliance between his party and Aazads ASP 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 .
'Who Will Captain The Side: Aakash Chopra Flags DCs Leadership Uncertainty After Pant Trade
Lucknow Super Giants: Former India cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra has questioned Delhi Capitals leadership plans following their trade for Rishabh Pant from Lucknow Super Giants, identifying uncertainty over the captaincy and concerns around the pace attack as two major challenges for the franchise ahead of the upcoming IPL season. Chopra believes KL Rahul could emerge as the leading option to captain the side, while Pants batting position will also be crucial to making the most of his return. Assessing the choices available to Delhi, Chopra noted the presence of multiple candidates but said the franchises final decision remains unclear. There are multiple questions, actually. Its an MCQ because who will be the captain? Rishabh Pant has been a captaincy candidate, KL Rahul is an option, and Im hearing that Axar doesnt want to be the captain. So, with everything going on, you dont even know who will captain the side. It could well be KL Rahul at this stage, Chopra told JioStar. He also stressed that Pant must be deployed in the top half of the batting order if Delhi are to extract maximum value from the trade, questioning the logic of bringing the wicketkeeper-batter back only to use him lower down the order, while suggesting that Lucknow may have benefited more from the exchange. And Rishabh Pant, now that you have traded him, must bat in the top four. If you are going to bat him lower than that, then you will not utilise him to his fullest potential. I felt that in that trade, LSG was better off because you couldnt have asked for more than a bowler of Kuldeeps calibre for that pitch, he added. While Delhi appear to have considerable batting depth, Chopra identified the bowling unit as a potential weakness, particularly with Mitchell Starcs availability still uncertain. He also highlighted the financial investment in the fast-bowling options and the question marks surrounding their recent performances and pointed to the contrasting value of Delhis pace acquisitions, noting that some of their relatively inexpensive recruits had delivered strong returns, while the availability and form of the costlier options remained a concern. Ashutosh, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, plus Axar Patel, and then youve got Miller. So, its a very decent setup. The problem area for them will be their bowling department. Because Mitchell Starc, will he play? It will be a conversation as to whether he will be available to play or not. They will face an issue with their fast bowling this season and how they plan to address it, Ive got no idea. Mukesh is at eight crore, Auqib Nabi at Rs 8.4 crore, and then you have Mitchell Starc at nearly 12, so thats a lot of money. Lungi Ngidi was cheap, picked up for Rs 2 crore. He turned out to be a fantastic bargain. Dushmantha Chameera and Kyle Jamieson werent as expensive either. But the more expensive players might not be available. Their pedigree and current form are still uncertain, and Mukesh Kumars T20 numbers have actually plummeted a little, Chopra stated. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'W will captain the side: Aakash Chopra flags DCs leadership uncertainty after Pant trade
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Former India cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra has questioned Delhi Capitals leadership plans following their trade for Rishabh Pant from Lucknow Super Giants, identifying uncertainty over the captaincy and concerns around the pace attack as two major challenges for the franchise ahead of the upcoming IPL season. Chopra believes KL Rahul could emerge as the leading option to captain the side, while Pants batting position will also be crucial to making the most of his return. Assessing the choices available to Delhi, Chopra noted the presence of multiple candidates but said the franchises final decision remains unclear. There are multiple questions, actually. Its an MCQ because who will be the captain? Rishabh Pant has been a captaincy candidate, KL Rahul is an option, and Im hearing that Axar doesnt want to be the captain. So, with everything going on, you dont even know who will captain the side. It could well be KL Rahul at this stage, Chopra told JioStar. He also stressed that Pant must be deployed in the top half of the batting order if Delhi are to extract maximum value from the trade, questioning the logic of bringing the wicketkeeper-batter back only to use him lower down the order, while suggesting that Lucknow may have benefited more from the exchange. And Rishabh Pant, now that you have traded him, must bat in the top four. If you are going to bat him lower than that, then you will not utilise him to his fullest potential. I felt that in that trade, LSG was better off because you couldnt have asked for more than a bowler of Kuldeeps calibre for that pitch, he added. While Delhi appear to have considerable batting depth, Chopra identified the bowling unit as a potential weakness, particularly with Mitchell Starcs availability still uncertain. He also highlighted the financial investment in the fast-bowling options and the question marks surrounding their recent performances and pointed to the contrasting value of Delhis pace acquisitions, noting that some of their relatively inexpensive recruits had delivered strong returns, while the availability and form of the costlier options remained a concern. Ashutosh, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, plus Axar Patel, and then youve got Miller. So, its a very decent setup. The problem area for them will be their bowling department. Because Mitchell Starc, will he play? It will be a conversation as to whether he will be available to play or not. They will face an issue with their fast bowling this season and how they plan to address it, Ive got no idea. Mukesh is at eight crore, Auqib Nabi at Rs 8.4 crore, and then you have Mitchell Starc at nearly 12, so thats a lot of money. Lungi Ngidi was cheap, picked up for Rs 2 crore. He turned out to be a fantastic bargain. Dushmantha Chameera and Kyle Jamieson werent as expensive either. But the more expensive players might not be available. Their pedigree and current form are still uncertain, and Mukesh Kumars T20 numbers have actually plummeted a little, Chopra stated.
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Srinagar, Nov 11:Air Quality Index (AQI) readings compiled by Airleaf have turned into an India-Pakistan race. Cities in India and Pakistan overwhelmingly fill the list of the worlds most polluted urban centres as per the rankings released on 10 November 2026. This is perhaps the starkest picture of a regional air quality crisis faced by the subcontinent. The entire top 50 polluted cities are either in India or Pakistan. Qadirpur Ran in Pakistan recorded the highest reading at an extreme AQI of 1065, followed closely by Multan at 983. Gwalior, India ranked third with 816. The top 10 was dominated by a mix of Pakistani cities - Dera Ghazi Khan had an AQI of 716. RenalaKhurd had 700 and Okara 700. Indian cities had Kota with 698, Jodhpur 694, Unnao 693 and Kanpur 693. Down the list, the pattern continues - Pakistani cities such as Kasur, Charsadda, Arifwala, Pattoki, Phool Nagar and Bahawalpur are in the upper ranks. Indian cities including Hapur, Meerut, Soyibug, Lucknow, Palwal, Bhopal, Ambala, New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Varanasi, Ludhiana and Ghaziabad also register dangerously high levels. Even cities lower in the top 50 recorded AQI values well into the very unhealthy and hazardous categories. On the US EPA scale used in the rankings, an AQI between 201 and 300 is classified as very unhealthy. Anything above 300 is considered hazardous. Many Indian and Pakistani cities have readings above 500, and in several cases above 700 or even 1000, show severe pollution that poses serious health risks to the entire population. Prolonged exposure to polluted air is known to aggravate respiratory and cardiovascular conditions and reduce lung function. Post-monsoon and in early winter months, meteorological conditions often trap pollutants close to the ground.
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Digital Desk | Lucknow, Nov 12 (IANS) In a significant political outreach aimed at strengthening ties with the farming community ahead of future electoral battles, Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav held a meeting with prominent farmer leader Rakesh Tikait and discussed a wide range of issues affecting cultivators across Uttar Pradesh. Following the meeting on late Wednesday evening, Yadav shared a detailed message on social media, asserting that farmers remain the most distressed section of society and deserve both dignity and fair compensation for their labour. In his post on social media platform X, Akhilesh Yadav said that greenery should not merely symbolise prosperity, but that prosperity itself must reach every household, courtyard and village. He stressed that such an objective can only be achieved when farmers, agriculture and rural communities receive due respect and adequate value for their hard work. According to Yadav, his discussion with Tikait revealed that farmers across Uttar Pradesh continue to face serious challenges. Referring to the Samajwadi Party's PDA (Pichhda, Dalit, Alpsankhyak) social justice plank, Akhilesh Yadav remarked that those who are suffering are part of the PDA and added that the letter A in PDA also stands for Annadata, meaning farmers who feed the nation. The statement is being viewed as an attempt by the Samajwadi Party to expand the PDA narrative by placing farmers at its core. Yadav claimed that growing support from the farming community would help ensure the success of the PDA in every village and at every polling booth. The meeting comes at a time when farmer-related issues continue to dominate public discourse in Uttar Pradesh. Farmer organisations led by Tikait have repeatedly raised concerns over minimum support prices (MSP), pending sugarcane dues, crop losses and procurement-related issues. In recent months, Tikait has also participated in protests and agitations demanding better returns and policy support for cultivators. Reiterating the importance of agriculture to the nation's economic and social well-being, Akhilesh Yadav said, When the fields smile, the nation will smile. He said that villages and the country can prosper only when 'annadatas' (farmers) are prosperous. The struggle for farmers' dignity, rights and fair remuneration, he added, forms the real strength of the PDA movement.
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Chhath rush: Indian Railways rolls out massive preparations as thousands head home
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 11 (IANS) With Chhath Puja approaching, railway stations across the country are witnessing a massive surge in passenger footfall as thousands of people head to their hometowns in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh to celebrate the festival with their families. From Delhi and Mumbai to Varanasi, Howrah, Lucknow and other major railway hubs, crowds of passengers can be seen gathering at platforms and station premises, creating an unprecedented rush during the festive travel period. In view of the heavy passenger movement, Indian Railways has stepped up its preparations, introducing a series of measures aimed at ensuring safe, smooth and organised travel. Several arrangements have been made at several stations to manage the festive rush. These include special trains, additional reserved and unreserved services, designated passenger holding areas, enhanced security arrangements, and round-the-clock monitoring. The huge rush is particularly visible at Delhi's Anand Vihar Railway Station and New Delhi Railway Station. Large numbers of passengers are gathering to board trains at these stations to their hometowns ahead of Chhath Puja. Passengers carrying luggage and travelling with their families can be seen waiting for trains. Many of these passengers are opting for general-class tickets. Some passengers acknowledged that the arrangements were satisfactory. However, some pointed to the massive crowds at the station. Passengers expressed satisfaction with the improved infrastructure and crowd-management arrangements at New Delhi Railway Station. One passenger told IANS that the creation of separate areas helped reduce congestion compared with previous years. This is how the station experience is considerably better, he added. The tremendous pressure on railway infrastructure during the festive season has been analysed by the railways. The Northern Railway has announced the operation of 31 special trains from major stations in the Delhi area to facilitate passenger movement on a high-demand travel day. Officials said that additional reserved and unreserved services are also being operated on important routes to accommodate the increased demand. Central Railway has introduced precautionary measures at major stations in Mumbai to prevent overcrowding. Unhindered passenger movement is being ensured. According to Central Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Swapnil Nila, the sale of platform tickets has been suspended at major stations across its divisions, broadly between November 5 and 15, depending on the location. Moreover, parcel traffic has been suspended for around eight to ten days at key stations, including Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT). The move is intended to free up space and prevent congestion so that passengers boarding and alighting from trains do not face inconvenience. Special arrangements have been made at Varanasi Junction to deal with the anticipated increase in passenger footfall. The Railways have established a dedicated holding area where passengers can wait in an organised manner before boarding their respective trains. Help desks have also been set up at both entry gates to assist passengers and provide necessary information. Similar arrangements are being implemented across Eastern Railway stations. At Howrah, Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel are continuously monitoring passenger movement through a dedicated control room to ensure effective crowd management. TTEs and RPF staff are working in close coordination to regulate queues, guide passengers towards their designated coaches and facilitate systematic boarding. A specially designated passenger holding area with carpeted flooring has also been created at Howrah Station to provide Chhath-bound passengers with a more comfortable waiting experience. A medical booth has been made available to provide immediate medical assistance to passengers in need. The festive atmosphere is also being reflected at railway stations. At Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction in Chandauli, traditional Chhath songs are being played through loudspeakers, bringing a touch of the festival to the railway premises. Passengers have welcomed the initiative, with many appreciating the festive ambience as they begin their journey home. Holding areas have also been created at stations such as Ballia to ensure that passengers can wait safely without overcrowding platforms. Travellers have expressed gratitude for these facilities, acknowledging the efforts being made by railway authorities to improve passenger convenience. Across the network, the Railways is also relying on AI-enabled CCTV surveillance, additional security personnel and coordinated monitoring to keep a close watch on passenger movement. These measures are intended to identify potential congestion points, regulate crowds and ensure that boarding and alighting take place in a controlled manner. The Railways has also expanded festive connectivity through additional reserved and unreserved special services. Unreserved special trains are being operated between Muzaffarpur and Howrah, as well as Jaynagar and Sealdah, to cater to the large number of passengers travelling towards Bihar, West Bengal and adjoining regions. Special services from Mumbai towards Gorakhpur are also providing relief to passengers travelling home. Travellers aboard the CSMT-Gorakhpur special train have appreciated the seating facilities and arrangements, expressing satisfaction with the efforts of Central Railway. The festive travel arrangements also include additional services towards Patna, including Vande Bharat and other special trains, alongside enhanced crowd-management measures. Passengers have acknowledged the availability of additional trains and improved station facilities, particularly during the busy Chhath travel period. As millions of devotees prepare to return home to observe Chhath Puja, one of the most significant festivals in Bihar, eastern Uttar Pradesh and neighbouring regions, the challenge before the Railways is not merely to run additional trains but also to manage the enormous crowds gathering at stations. With passengers travelling with families, children and heavy luggage, even routine boarding and alighting operations can become challenging during peak hours, say officials. The creation of holding areas, suspension of platform ticket sales at selected stations, temporary restrictions on parcel traffic, enhanced security deployment, and dedicated passenger assistance facilities are therefore crucial to maintaining order, they add. The Railways has urged passengers to rely on official railway announcements and information rather than rumours or misleading social media reports regarding train services and festive arrangements.
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Digital Desk | Lucknow, Nov 11 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday lent support to the bursting of firecrackers during Diwali celebrations and also called out the political opponents over 'meltdown' on its impact on pollution levels. If the people set off fireworks, many raised an alarm over air pollution. If it has happened, it will also dissipate, the Chief Minister said, addressing the audience. Calling out Opposition's track record, Chief Minister Adityanath questioned as to why similar concern was not raised against those who polluted the entire system with their misdeeds. The Chief Minister also said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Uttar Pradesh government had decided against imposing any restrictions or prohibitions, so that people could celebrate the festival wholeheartedly even if it led to some rise in air pollution. We decided not to impose any prohibitions. I, too, was in the middle of fireworks in Ayodhya, he remarked. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's endorsement of firecrackers for Diwali celebrations came during his address at an appointment letter distribution program, where he handed over letters to more than 1,000 newly recruited junior assistants in the Revenue department. The Chief Minister's comments came amid the raging national debate over the need and urgency to ban firecrackers for making the cities livable. He compared the criticism against one day of celebrations to what he termed silence over systemic wrongdoing. Slamming the previous dispensations, Chief Minister Adityanath said that before the BJP government formation in Uttar Pradesh in 2017, riots would break out beforehand even before the onstart of festivals like Holi, Diwali, Dussehra, Janmashtami, Shivratri, Christmas, Eid, Guru Purab, or Makar Sankranti. He also said that 'Munna Bhais' operated in the government recruitment system, before 2017. Before 2017, 'Munna Bhais' were operating in the government and the recruitment process. One person would appear for the examination, while someone else would receive the appointment letter. Several such appointments took place before 2017, the Chief Minister claimed.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday launched a multi-pronged counter-attack against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) while addressing the media at the party headquarters in Lucknow regarding his proposed upcoming visit to Ayodhya. Rejecting the BJP's criticism, Yadav affirmed his party
Demonetisation will prove to be'vote ban' for BJP; UP battle now at 95-5: Akhilesh Yadav
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Nov 11 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav, in a scathing critique of the BJP-led dispensation, described the demonetisation (note ban) as the most corrupt decision in the worlds history and warned that this will prove to be a vote ban for the ruling party in the state. Addressing a press conference here, Akhilesh Yadav said that the countrys economy suffered a death blow due to the note ban, imposed by the Narendra Modi government in 2016, and the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) witnessed the worst setback. He alleged that demonetisation failed to achieve its stated objectives, hurt small businesses and MSMEs, and damaged the countrys banking system. Notably, the Central government had brought demonetisation of high-value currency notes, effective from November 8, 2016, for reining in rampant tax evasion and curbing the influence of black money. Akhilesh Yadav claimed that the demonetisation will lead to a vote ban for the BJP, asserting that the electoral battle in Uttar Pradesh would not be an '80-20' or '20-80' contest, rather, it would be '95-5' now, implying that the BJP would be completely wiped out. He also took a Khazanchi dig at the BJP, stating that the boy born during demonetisation has now turned ten years old, yet the BJP never once celebrated his birthday. The BJP should now 'adopt' himthough not in the same way its leaders 'adopted' villages. To this day, it is the Samajwadi family that continues to look after Khazanchi and his education, he remarked. Calling out the economic failures under the present government, he said that BJP leaders talk about 2047 but decisions like demonetisation have actually set the country's economy back, much to what it looks like 1947. He also challenged the BJP leadership for an open debate on the issue. The SP President targeted the Yogi Adityanath government over the state's law and order situation, asserting that corruption in Uttar Pradesh has reached its peak and cited instances like Hathras and others to question the law and order situation in the state. He further claimed that the people of Uttar Pradesh have made up their minds in favour of the Samajwadi Party. He reiterated that the BJP will face a crushing defeat in the upcoming elections and that the states political landscape is set to change.
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday dismissed concerns over pollution caused by Diwali celebrations, saying, don't worry; pollution would be mitigated as well. Addressing a government programme in Lucknow, Adityanath said people had celebrated Diwali with enthusiasm, and there was no need to be overly concerned about the pollution issue.He also criticised a section of people for remaining silent against who polluted the entire system with their corrupt misdeeds. If the public burst crackers one day, it created pollution! If pollution occurred, it would be mitigated as well. No problem. It is good that people celebrated Diwali with 'dhoom-dhadaka' and burst crackers. We decided not to impose any prohibitions, he said.
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MI And PBKS Complete Marquee Trade Deal Of Hardik And Arshdeep
Indian Premier League: In a major player trade ahead of the Indian Premier League 2027, Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) have completed the swap of Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh. MI captain Hardik Pandya will move to PBKS, while Indias leading wicket-taker in T20I Arshdeep will join the five-time champions. Pandya will join PBKS at a fee of Rs 18 crore, up from his existing fee of Rs 16.35 crore, while Arshdeep will join MI at his existing fee of Rs 18 crore. Besdies PBKS, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have also been in the running to acquire the premier seam-bowling all-rounder. IANS had reported that PBKS had edged ahead of others in the race to secure the services of Hardik with MI ahead of the November 17 retention deadline as the paperwork was completed for the trade deal last week. Pandyas trade brought the curtain down on his second stint with MI, a franchise with which he won four IPL titles. Having first joined MI in 2015, Pandya developed into one of the leagues most impactful all-rounders, contributing with both bat and ball during the teams title-winning campaigns in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020. After seven seasons with MI, Pandya moved to Gujarat Titans (GT) ahead of IPL 2022 and made an immediate impact as captain, leading the franchise to the title in its debut season. GT also reached the final in 2023 before Pandya returned to MI in 2024 and took over the captaincy. Across 162 IPL matches, he has scored 2,955 runs at a strike rate of 146.28 and claimed 82 wickets, underlining his value as a proven match-winner. Arshdeep, meanwhile, moves to MI after eight seasons with PBKS, the franchise where he made his IPL debut in 2019 and established himself as one of the competitions leading left-arm fast bowlers. With 111 wickets in 96 IPL matches, he is PBKS all-time leading wicket-taker. Arshdeeps ability to make early breakthroughs with the new ball and deliver under pressure in the death overs has made him a key component of Punjabs bowling attack. Arshdeep, meanwhile, moves to MI after eight seasons with PBKS, the franchise where he made his IPL debut in 2019 and established himself as one of the competitions leading left-arm fast bowlers. With 111 wickets in 96 IPL matches, he is PBKS all-time leading wicket-taker. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Yogi Adityanath to Distribute Appointment Letters to 1,146 Junior Assistants in Uttar Pradesh
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