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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Chief Ministers on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, lauding his 25 years of public life and highlighting his focus on public service, good governance, development and nation-building. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his birthday wishes to the Prime Minister and said that PM Modi has awakened a new consciousness of transformation in the lives of individuals by making service his spiritual practice, good governance his resolve and nation-building his supreme objective during his 25 years of public life. Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji has awakened a new consciousness of transformation in the lives of every individual by making service his spiritual practice, good governance his resolve, and nation-building his supreme objective during his 25 years of public life, Yogi said. He added that on the occasion of PM Modi's 76th birthday, the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' would be launched from Varanasi, the holy city associated with the Prime Minister's parliamentary constituency. Today, on the sacred occasion of his 76th birthday, the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' will be launched from Baba Vishwanath's holy city of Varanasi. At the same time, on the auspicious occasion of the Jayanti of Lord Vishwakarma ji, the deity of creation and labour, in Lucknow, the launch of the exhibition and margin money loan portal based on 'Vishwakarma Self-Employment and Swadeshi Mela 2026' under the 'Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana 2.0', as well as the distribution of cheques and toolkits to beneficiaries of various schemes, will take place, he said. This journey of resolve through service, self-reliance through labour, and prosperity through swadeshi will give new momentum to the goal of 'Viksit Bharat', CM Yogi added. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also extended her birthday greetings to the Prime Minister and highlighted what she described as his guidance and affection towards the national capital. In a post on X, CM Gupta said, Heartfelt birthday wishes to the esteemed Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Delhi has continuously received your affection and guidance. Under your leadership, today the capital is moving forward with new momentum, new capabilities, and newfound confidence. She said the city's landscape was transforming along with new facilities, opportunities and aspirations for its people. The city's landscape is transforming, and along with it, new facilities, new opportunities, and new hopes are being woven into the lives of its people. Be it our sisters, our young companions, labourer families, senior citizens, or our children who cherish dreams of the future, the journey towards a developed Delhi centres on the lives of every individual, CM Gupta said. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami also conveyed his birthday greetings to PM Modi and praised his public service and focus on the welfare of youth, farmers and the poor. Heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to the revered Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the unparalleled devotee of Mother India, ever dedicated to the welfare of the youth, farmers, and the poor, and the illustrious leader who enhances India's pride on the global stage, CM Dhami said in a post on X. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari also wished the Prime Minister on his birthday and highlighted his leadership and contribution to nation-building. Heartiest Birthday Greetings to our Honble Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, Your tireless dedication, visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to nation-building continue to inspire millions across the globe. Under your dynamic guidance, Bharat is scaling new heights of progress, pride and self-reliance. Praying for your good health, long life and endless strength as you continue to lead our Motherland toward a brighter future, he added. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel also extended his greetings and recalled PM Modi's political journey from Vadnagar to the Prime Minister's Office. I extend my heartiest birthday wishes to the world's most popular leader and the country's successful Prime Minister, the honourable Shri Narendra Bhai Modi ji, who dedicates every moment to the service of Mother India, CM Patel said. From the sacred soil of Vadnagar to becoming the helmsman of the world's largest democracy, your life journey is a living example of tireless hard work, unwavering resolve, and patriotism. From assuming the role of Chief Minister of Gujarat to becoming the country's Prime Minister, for the last 25 years, your continuous journey of service as a people's representative has become a golden chapter of good governance, public welfare, and development, he added. CM Patel further said that under PM Modi's leadership, the country had embraced the mantra of Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi and referred to cultural revival, digital development, modern infrastructure and self-reliance in the defence sector. Under your visionary leadership, the country has realised the mantra of 'Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi.' On one hand, through magnificent cultural revival, and on the other, through digital revolution, modern infrastructure, and self-reliance in the defence sector, India has established its influence on the global stage, he said. He added that by placing the poor, youth, farmers and women at the centre of development, the government had sought to turn the goal of 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047' into a broader national resolve. I pray to God to grant you excellent health, long life, and ceaseless energy to lead the country to the pinnacle of supreme glory, CM Patel said. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav also extended birthday greetings to PM Modi, saying his commitment to public service was giving a new direction to the country's development. Heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to the illustrious Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, whose unwavering dedication to public service is giving a new direction to the nation's reconstruction, and who is realising the resolve of the people's aspirations, CM Yadav said. He said Modi had made GYAN the foundation of national strength and had contributed to enhancing India's self-confidence. By making GYAN the foundation of national strength, you have elevated India's self-confidence to new heights. Your dream of a 'Developed India' has today become the vow of millions of fellow citizens. May Baba Somnath bless you with excellent health and a long life, he added. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also extended his greetings and recalled PM Modi's journey in public life, noting his roles in Gujarat and at the national level. From a young age, Adarniya Shri Narendra Modi ji has devoted himself to public service in various capacities. For the past 25 years -- first as Head of Government in Gujarat and subsequently of Bharat -- he has steered the nation forward with unwavering resolve, CM Sarma said. He said welfare, social justice, infrastructure development and national security had been prominent aspects of PM Modi's public life. Welfare, social justice, rapid infrastructure development, and an uncompromising commitment to national security have been the hallmarks of his long public life, CM Sarma said. He further highlighted PM Modi's focus on Assam's development since 2014. Since 2014, he has placed unprecedented emphasis on Assam's development, firmly establishing it as an engine of growth for the region. From Vikas to Virasat, he has prioritised our State's overall welfare and continues to guide us as we script new chapters of development, CM Sarma said. On this special day, I pray to Maa Kamakhya and Srimanta Sankardev to bless him with good health and many more years in the service of Maa Bharti, he added.
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Japan T20I: Young leg-spinner Vipraj Nigam has been called up to replace the injured Varun Chakaravarthy in Indias squad for the upcoming Japan T20I and the Asian Games, the BCCI announced on Wednesday. Chakaravarthy has been ruled out of both assignments after suffering a side strain. The Men's Selection Committee has named Nigam as his replacement, and all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, initially in the Asian Games squad, has been withdrawn from the continental event and will now be part of India's upcoming ODI series against the West Indies. The selection committee also announced India's squads for the white-ball home series against West Indies and the Rest of India squad for the Irani Cup clash against Ranji Trophy champions Jammu & Kashmir. The series against West Indies will have three ODIs and five T20Is starting September 27. Shubman Gill will lead the ODI side, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli also named in the squad. Shreyas Iyer will be in charge of the T20I team, the side comprising a combination of experienced players and young talent such as Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma. The ODI series will start in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27 and then go to Guwahati and New Chandigarh. The five-match T20I series will take place in Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru. Rishabh Pant has been named the captain of the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup match versus Jammu & Kashmir, and Sarfaraz Khan has been named his deputy; the squad also includes Akash Deep, provided that he passes a fitness check. The Irani Cup squad includes several players who have featured prominently in domestic cricket, with Manav Suthar, Saransh Jain, Anukul Roy and Mukesh Kumar among those selected. India ODI squad vs West Indies Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (VC), Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Auqib Nabi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Naman Dhir. India T20I squad vs West Indies Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan (WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Tilak Varma (VC), Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav. Rest of the India squad for the Irani Cup Rishabh Pant (C, WK), Sanat Sangwan, Shikhar Mohan, Sudip Gharami, Sarfaraz Khan (VC), Smaran Ravichandran, Manav Suthar, Saransh Jain, Akash Deep*, Mukesh Kumar, Mukesh Choudhary, Aryan Juyal (WK), Aryan Pandey, Anukul Roy, Ayush Doseja. *Subject to fitness clearance. Rishabh Pant (C, WK), Sanat Sangwan, Shikhar Mohan, Sudip Gharami, Sarfaraz Khan (VC), Smaran Ravichandran, Manav Suthar, Saransh Jain, Akash Deep*, Mukesh Kumar, Mukesh Choudhary, Aryan Juyal (WK), Aryan Pandey, Anukul Roy, Ayush Doseja. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma (VC), Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yash Thakur, Vipraj Nigam. Article Source: IANS
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'Previous govt took bribe for each medical license': UP CM Yogi Adityanath
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Should not be increased: UP Minister Sanjay Nishad opposes hike in UPI charges
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 16 (IANS) Amid the Centre's decision to introduce a 0.4 per cent UPI charge on certain merchant transactions above Rs 2,000, Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad on Wednesday said such charges should not be increased as they could add to the burden on consumers. India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) services will attract a fractional charge on merchant transactions above Rs 2,000, while person-to-person payments will remain outside the new framework. The new UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework will come into effect from October 15. According to the new rules issued by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), a 0.4 per cent charge will apply to eligible transactions made by consumers to merchants. Speaking to reporters, Nishad said, Today, there are international issues, whether related to inflation or anything else. We feel that such charges should not be increased. Under what circumstances has it been increased? Since it affects customers and the public. Today, there is democracy in the world. Democracy always means reducing the burden, providing opportunities and facilities, and ensuring that people do not face any kind of hardship. Rather, democracy is the name of medicine for hardship. Reacting to the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet's decision to convert 14,429 primary schools into smart schools at a cost of Rs 300 crore, Nishad said the initiative should ensure that children from economically weaker sections also benefit. British were smart. They made the rich smart, but how will the poor become smart? Pandit Deendayal Upadhyayas thinking was that even the person at the bottom of the social ladder should get the opportunity for development. So, a child born into a poor family should also study in a smart classroom, become smart and move forward, he said. Nishad also commented on Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav becoming president of the Lohia Trust. The name of the trust itself is Nyas, and Nyas means trust. If you do not have trust in your own blood relations, then what will you do with others? Politics is also another form of trust. In politics, people place their trust in a leader, their party, their constituency and all their people. So, if there is a lack of trust at the top, when you do not even trust your own blood relations, what will you do with others? he said. On Yadav's remarks concerning the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), Nishad said, The kind of advisers he has is the reason he is out of power today. The Constitution always talks about social justice. Social justice will be achieved only when there is a Uniform Civil Code and equal rights. Rights are given through laws, Acts and notifications.
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Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) The Cabinet meeting chaired by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his official residence on Tuesday, approved 23 important proposals aimed at strengthening infrastructure, education, employment, agriculture, healthcare, industrial development and public welfare. State Finance and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna and Transport Minister Dayashankar Singh briefed the media on the decisions. A major decision was the approval of a revised proposal for the 15.172-km Chitrakoot Link Expressway, a six-lane, access-controlled greenfield expressway to be constructed in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) mode at an estimated cost of Rs 1,008.67 crore. The entire expenditure will be borne by the Uttar Pradesh government, and a global bid will be invited to select the construction agency. The project is expected to improve connectivity from Bundelkhand to Chitrakoot Dham and boost tourism. The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet also approved a proposal to develop primary schools under the Basic Education Council as smart schools, aimed at improving education infrastructure and providing modern learning facilities to students. Under the Mukhyamantri Krishak Samriddhi Yojana, small and marginal farmers will be eligible for long-term loans of up to Rs 6 lakh at an annual interest rate of six per cent through the Uttar Pradesh Cooperative Gram Vikas Bank Ltd. The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved 20 per cent horizontal reservation and age relaxation for former Agniveers in direct recruitment to the posts of Enforcement Constable (Transport) and Jail Warder. Agniveers who complete four years of service will receive the reservation within their respective category. Their four-year service will be counted for determining the maximum age, along with a further relaxation of up to three years. The overall reservation ceiling will remain within 50 per cent. The Uttar Pradesh government had earlier approved similar 20 per cent reservation for former Agniveers in police recruitment. The induction of former Agniveers as jail warders is expected to strengthen prison security, particularly in facilities housing terrorists and notorious criminals, by utilising their training, discipline and operational experience. The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet further approved cashless medical treatment for Provincial Armed Constabulary. The scheme will cover Prantiya Rakshak Dal (PRD) volunteers and their dependent family members under the Mukhyamantri PRD Cashless Medical Scheme. It also approved an increase in PRD duty allowance rates. To promote manufacturing and employment, the Uttar Pradesh Toy Manufacturing Promotion Policy-2025 was approved. Other industrial decisions included establishment of a 120 KLPD ethanol plant at Chhata Sugar Company Ltd in Mathura through concession-cum-lease, and approval of an MoU among the state government, Fisheries Department and WorldFish for implementation of a WorldFish project in eastern Uttar Pradesh. For national security, around 65 acres of barren land in Pure Lal Khan village of Milkipur tehsil in Ayodhya will be allotted free of cost to the Centre for an NSG Regional Centre. The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet also approved enhanced financial powers for engineering department officials, exemption from stamp duty and registration fees on lease deeds of up to 10 years, amendments to the policy governing Automated Testing Stations for vehicle fitness, and an additional Rs 25 per quintal margin money for fair-price shop dealers based on foodgrain distributed. In urban development, funds were approved for developing Lucknow, Unnao and Raebareli under the Mukhyamantri Shahri Vistaarikaran Yojana, besides approval of a proposal concerning completion of the sanctioned high-tech township project in Lucknow.
In a major development, star India batter Rinku Singh is all set to get married to Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj. The two are set to get married on December 4, and the couple will tie the knot at the Ramada Hotel in Lucknow. It is interesting to note that the couple got engaged on June 8, 2025, and ever since then, Rinku Singh has been the talk of the town.
India cricketer Rinku Singh to marry MP Priya Saroj on December 4 in Lucknow
India cricketer Rinku Singh to marry MP Priya Saroj on December 4 in Lucknow
Wrestling: Sujeet Kalkal wins 65kg trial, sets up showdown for World Championships berth
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) World No. 1 grappler Sujeet Kalkal emerged victorious in the 65kg Freestyle category at the national selection trials in Lucknow on Tuesday. Alongside Kalkal, standout performers including Yash, Sachin, and Abhimanyu also secured top finishes in their respective weight divisions, setting up a final trial showdown with the Asian Games-bound contingent for berths at the Senior World Wrestling Championships 2026, which is going to be held in Astana, Kazakhstan, from October 24 to November 1 Sujeet Kalkal prevailed in a competitive 65kg field in Lucknow, beating Anujj Kumar 8-3 in the final. The Trials in the four non-Olympic weight classes will also be held later. In other Freestyle action, Yash produced a dominant performance to claim the 74kg title, defeating Deepak 10-4. Rahul secured the top spot in the 57kg category with an 11-4 win over Akshay Dhere, while Pushpendar Dalal prevailed over Himanshu Antil 10-4 in the 86kg final. Vicky edged past Parveen Kumar 3-2 in a tight 97kg bout, and Jaspooran Singh defeated Rohit 5-1 to win the 125kg division. WFI President Sanjay Singh said, Today's trials in Lucknow proved just how competitive men's wrestling has become in India. The sheer effort and technical skill displayed by the athletes assure us that our reserve bench is stronger than ever. I congratulate today's top performers and expect them to carry this same momentum forward. In the Greco-Roman discipline, Harsh delivered a commanding 9-0 victory over Lalit to win the 60kg category. Sachin edged Karanjit Singh 6-5 in a thrilling 67kg final, while Luvpreet Singh overcame Vikas 10-8 in the 77kg division. Rohit defeated Rohit Bura 5-2 in the 87kg category, Abhimanyu secured a 12-3 win over Virensh Kundu in the 97kg class, and Joginder emerged victorious by fall against Gursewak in the 130kg final. WFI Men's Freestyle Selection Trials Results * 57kg: Rahul 1st Position | Akshay Dhere 2nd Position * 65kg: Sujeet 1st Position | Anujj Kumar 2nd Position * 74kg: Yash 1st Position | Deepak 2nd Position * 86kg: Pushpendar Dalal 1st Position | Himanshu Antil 2nd Position * 97kg: Vicky 1st Position | Parveen Kumar 2nd Position * 125kg: Jaspooran Singh 1st Position | Rohit 2nd Position WFI Greco-Roman Selection Trials Results * 60kg: Harsh 1st Position | Lalit 2nd Position * 67kg: Sachin 1st Position | Karanjit Singh 2nd Position * 77kg: Luvpreet Singh 1st Position | Vikas 2nd Position * 87kg: Rohit 1st Position | Rohit Bura 2nd Position * 97kg: Abhimanyu 1st Position | Virensh Kundu 2nd Position * 130kg: Joginder 1st Position | Gursewak 2nd Position
In UP, barcodes to unravel history and significance of religious and historical hotspots
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) For the thousands of tourists visiting various religious and historical tourism sites in Uttar Pradesh, they will no longer be needed to rely on the guides or locals for getting a peek into the history, archaeological significance, and beliefs associated with these tourist places. The state government has introduced a system of barcodes and plaques at various religious sites, where a simple scan by your smartphone will provide the pilgrims with 360 degree understanding of the whole religious spot, along with its historical context as well as significance. A total of 575 projects have been approved for the financial year and installation of plaques and barcodes has been completed at 14 sites. Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh said that this system is being implemented to provide authentic and concise information to devotees and tourists about sites of religious, ancient, and historical importance. He noted that the plaques display essential information covering the site's archaeological and historical significance as well as associated religious beliefs. The state government's initiative aims not merely to identify these religious sites but to develop them into new hubs of information and tourism. A visitor to an ancient temple, ashram, or religious site can simply scan the installed barcode to easily learn about the history, significance, and beliefs linked to that location. This will also help connect the younger generation with local religious and cultural heritage. Key sites where the installation of plaques and barcodes has been completed include Nardanand Rishi Ashram (Mainpuri), Samaur Babadham (Firozabad), Vankhandeshwar Temple (Ukhrand), Chyavan Rishi Ashram (Mainpuri), and Radhakrishnan Temple (Firozabad). Few others are Kalyani Mata Temple, Prayagraj; Shri Durvasa Ashram, Prayagraj; Shulkanteshwar Mahadev Temple, Prayagraj; and Shri Dashashwamedh Temple, Prayagraj. Additionally, the installation of information plaques and barcodes has been completed at Paglanand Ashram, Prayagraj; Kamanhiya Baba Temple, Ayodhya; Prachin Shivala Temple, Ayodhya; Prachin Jwaladevi Temple, Suchitaganj-Sohawal (Ayodhya); and Gehnag Baba Temple, Ayodhya. Many believe that this initiative has potential to provide new identity to smaller and relatively lesser-known sitesplaces that possess local historical and religious significance but often lack widespread public awareness. This system also marks a step towards linking Uttar Pradesh's religious and cultural heritage with digital information. As further projects are completed, more religious and historical sites across the state will be integrated into this facility.
Howrah hotel raid: CBI arrests 2 public servants, 2 aides in Rs 4 lakh bribe case
Digital Desk | Howrah, Sep 15 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday arrested four accused, including two public servants from Lucknow-based institution, in a case involving the payment of a bribe of Rs 4 lakh in a hotel in West Bengal's Howrah, an official said. Those arrested include Ashutosh Kumar, Lucknow Research Designs and Standards Organization (RDSO) Deputy Director, and Deepak Kumar, RDSO Senior Section Engineer, an official statement said. The other two accused were identified as representatives of Kolkata-based private company Utkarsh India Limited, it said. The CBI identified the two arrested private persons as Sashank Agarwal and Swarup Kumar Rai. The CBI registered the case immediately on Tuesday against the accused on allegations that the public servants, in conspiracy with the representatives of Utkarsh India Limited, had obtained undue advantage from a Kolkata-based private company in lieu of issuance of a favourable plant and machinery inspection report. The Central probe agency laid a trap and caught the accused public servants and private persons from a hotel in Howrah while accepting Rs 4 lakh as illegal gratification from the representatives of the private company. Apart from the bribe of Rs 4 lakh, the CBI also recovered Rs 4.73 lakh in cash, the statement said. Later, searches in the residential and office premises of the accused were conducted at multiple locations in Kolkata, Lucknow and Bihar, the CBI said, adding that incriminating documents and digital evidence were recovered and seized. The CBI said the accused will be produced before a special court for custody. In a separate case, the CBI arrested Chandra Shekhar Gupta, the Bhojudih Chief Health Inspector under South Eastern Railway's Adra Division of Bokaro in a Rs 25,000 bribery case. Chandra Shekhar Gupta was arrested after the CBI received a complaint against him. It was alleged that the accused Chief Health Inspector demanded undue advantage of Rs 25,000 from the complainant for sanction of medical leave, the CBI said in a statement. The CBI laid a trap and caught Gupta red handed while accepting undue advantage of Rs 10,000 from the complainant. Searches were conducted at the office and residential premises of the accused public servant. Gupta will be produced before a Special CBI Court in Dhanbad, the statement said.
IndiGo flight with 103 passengers on board diverted to Lucknow after midair smoke warning
An IndiGo flight from Agartala to Delhi was diverted to Lucknow after a smoke warning indication detected in cargo area of the aircraft mid-air. The IndiGo flight 6E6504 with 103 passengers on board and six...
Agartala-Delhi IndiGo flight diverted to Lucknow after cargo smoke alert; 109 safe
An IndiGo flight from Agartala to Delhi diverted to Lucknow after a cargo hold smoke alert. Emergency teams responded to the IndiGo flight which landed safely with 103 passengers and 6 crew members. This incident follows recent similar alerts involving Air India Express flights.
IndiGo Agartala-Delhi flight diverted to Lucknow after smoke warning in cargo area
An IndiGo flight from Agartala to Delhi diverted to Lucknow after a smoke warning. The aircraft landed safely with all 103 passengers and six crew members unharmed. Airport emergency teams were deployed as a precautionary measure following the alert. This incident follows a similar diversion of an Air India Express flight days earlier. Both aircraft landed safely, and no smoke was found during inspections.
Protest in Lucknow Calls for One Nation, One Education System
Protesters in Lucknow demand a unified education system and better rights for marginalized students in higher education. Protest in Lucknow Calls for One Nation, One Education System
AISA chief's objectionable remark against CM Yogi Adityanath invites wrath of UP ministers
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) Outraged over objectionable and slanderous remarks against Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, several Uttar Pradesh Ministers tore into Neha Bora, the All India Students' Association (AISA) President, on Tuesday and cautioned her against resorting to such 'vile gimmicks' to become popular among public. Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar went to suggest 'right medicine' for her 'theatrics' in public. The controversy erupted over a viral video of AISA Chief Neha Bora casting aspersions on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The AISA activist, addressing a public meet recently, accused Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath of harassing the minorities and Dalits with bulldozer action and also called him a 'goon and rioter' while questioning the Uttar Pradesh government over paper leaks, unemployment and other issues. He (Yogi adityanath) calls himself 'Yogi' but has been only fooling and looting the people. He has made Gorakhpur a land of riots, which once used to be the place of Buddha and Kabir, Neha Bora could be heard saying in the viral video. Bora's ruffian charge at the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath left the Uttar Pradesh Ministers infuriated, who not only lamented the falling political discourse because of some noted few but also warned against instigating the public with vile slurs. Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar said that those who think that by taking Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's name and maligning him, they will become popular or will build public connect, this will prove to be futile attempt. Those who provoke public sentiments with objectionable remarks have been shown their rightful place and others will also meet the same fate, if they resort to such tactics, he added. Taking a swipe, Rajbhar also advised the AISA Chief to meet the Bareilly-based Maulana, currently behind bars, apparently referring to Tauqeer Raza Khan, who has been jailed last year for alleged incitement and instigation of violence resulting in widespread riots, stone-pelting attacks on police personnel. Uttar Pradesh Minister Narendra Kashyap, critical of insulting remarks against the Chief Minister Adityanath, said that some leaders have stooped down to such sub-standard levels that they are making utterly distasteful and disparaging remarks made against national leaders, including Yogi Adityanath. Whether it is Samajwadi Party, CPI, CPI-M -- out of their desperation for power -- that they have forgotten all boundaries of decency and political discourse and are resorting to name-calling against the top BJP leadership, even the Prime Minister of the country, he said. He added that they must remember that such objectionable and derogatory slurs have done more harm than any good and this won't change in Yogi Adityanath's case. The remarks were apparently made in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur, where AISA organised a 'Gen Z Rising' campaign for enlightening the youth about government's failed promises and also questioning the latter on multiple issues, including accountability to people.
Akhilesh Yadav takes charge of Lohia Trust, BJP leaders target Shivpals removal
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav's move to take over as President of the Lohia Trust, replacing his uncle Shivpal Singh Yadav, has become the latest political debate point in Uttar Pradesh, with SP leaders hailing it, while some in the BJP termed the development as an internal matter of the Yadav family and others questioned it on political grounds. Uttar Pradesh minister Om Prakash Rajbhar alleged that Akhilesh Yadav no longer trusted Shivpal Yadav because of his political differences with the SP chief in the past, citing Shivpal Yadavs decision to leave the party and spend a period with the BJP before forming the Pragatisheel Samajwadi Party Lohia (PSPL). Rajbhar said Shivpal Yadav had, at the time, openly criticised the SP and accused it of becoming a party of hieves and rogues and of being dominated by mafias. He also recalled Shivpal Yadavs allegations that people involved in encroaching on the land of the poor had entered the party. According to Rajbhar, Shivpal Yadav had repeatedly made such statements after forming his own party, making it difficult for Akhilesh Yadav to repose trust in him. Minister Anil Rajbhar also criticised the SP chief, alleging that Akhilesh Yadav did not have faith in anyone and even lacked confidence in himself. The head of the Samajwadi Party does not have any trust in anyone. He does not have faith in anyone. He does not even have faith in himself. That is why, if you look at his campaigns and look at his statements, do you see any stability? There is no stability. His issues keep changing, his statements keep changing, he said. However, Rajbhar added that he did not want to comment on another family or political party, saying that the developments within the SP were visible to everyone. Minister Narendra Kashyap said the Lohia Trust's leadership was ultimately a matter for its members to decide, including who should remain associated with it. However, it would have been better if someone from the social sector had been given the opportunity instead of Shivpal or Akhilesh Yadav, Kashyap said, alleging that the development reflected dynastic politics. SP MP Awadhesh Prasad, meanwhile, backed Akhileshs appointment, saying, The decision taken by the partys national President is acceptable to everyone. Meanwhile, Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav said, It is their trust. It was with Shivpal Ji, and now that he is no longer there, it has gone to Akhilesh Yadav. This is their internal family matter, and they will do what they consider appropriate... The change follows a meeting of the Lohia Trust in which all members reportedly expressed their consent to Akhilesh Yadav becoming its President. Shivpal Singh Yadav had been heading the trust since 2017. The Lohia Trust was originally headed by senior SP leader Ram Gopal Yadav. In 2017, amid the intense family feud in the Samajwadi Party ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Mulayam Singh Yadav removed Ram Gopal Yadav and appointed Shivpal Singh Yadav as the trusts president.
India, Air India have been a wonderful experience: Outgoing CEO Campbell Wilson
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) Outgoing Air India Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Campbell Wilson on Tuesday described his tenure at the airline as a wonderful experience and said it had been a privilege to be part of the carrier's long history. Air India and India have been a wonderful experience. It's been a privilege to be part of Air India's long and proud history. I'm very happy to be handing over to Tewolde Gebremariam as my successor. I wish Air India and India all the very best in the continued rise to become a world-class airline, Wilson told reporters. His remarks come ahead of a leadership transition at the Tata Group-owned airline with incoming CEO and Managing Director Tewolde Gebremariam set to take over after receiving the required government security clearances. Earlier this month, Gebremariam told employees that he was determined to lead Air India into a stronger future, borrowing the acronym MAGA to say, We will Make Air India Great Again. Addressing employees at a town hall attended by Air India Chairman N Chandrasekaran and Wilson, Gebremariam said the airline had a powerful heritage, a strong brand and significant growth potential. At the town hall, Chandrasekaran said the airline's priorities would include safety, rebuilding customer trust, operational excellence and financial discipline. Chandrasekaran also highlighted recent challenges faced by the airline, including geopolitical disruptions, airspace restrictions, fuel price volatility and the impact of the AI171 accident. On September 13 (Sunday), two flight operations were disrupted due to weather and technical errors. An Air India aircraft (AI431) was diverted to Lucknow due to unfavourable weather and visibility conditions. Similarly, a flight of the airline from Bhopal to Delhi on September 13 was forced to divert at Jaipur due to a technical issue as per laid down procedures.
'Wrong meanings being drawn': Sanjay Nishad on meeting SP's Mata Prasad Pandey
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) A day after meeting Leader of Opposition in the Assembly Mata Prasad Pandey, triggering intensive discussions, Uttar Pradesh Minister and Nishad Party chief Sanjay Nishad on Tuesday said that wrong meanings were being drawn from the meeting of wo senior politicians. The meeting took place at Pandey's private residence on Monday. Speaking to IANS, Nishad said: Wrong meanings are being drawn from it. He is a senior leader. He used to guide us during our youth. He was ill, so meeting him was my duty. Now, when two senior leaders meet, there will be discussions on politics. We discussed Vinod Sahani, that if the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act had not been taken away, perhaps such an incident would not have occurred, he added. Nishad, who has been vocal about demanding separate reservation for the Nishad community within the SC quota, was referring to the murder of a Nishad community member in Gonda following a dispute over social media posts. Recently, he had led a protest against the ruling BJP-led government, despite being an ally, over Sahani's murder. Responding to the incident, the UP Minister said: The Nishad Party was born out of movements like the rail movement, road movement, jail bharo movement, gherao of the Chief Minister, gherao of the Prime Minister, Jantar Mantar movement, etc. We are advocates of society, and when society has trusted us enough to make us capable of this, we have to fight for justice on the streets. The Assembly comes later. If an officer is doing injustice and we still do not come out, then who will? We are not against the government; otherwise action would not have been taken (against the alleged murder). Action was taken, people were sent to jail, cases were registered, and police postings were changed. All this happened because our government stood with the victim, he asserted. Asked about seat-sharing for the 2027 Assembly elections, Sanjay Nishad emphasised the seats lost by the BJP-led alliance. In the Treta Yuga, Nishad Raj helped Lord Ram achieve victory, and the lord embraced him and trusted Nishad Raj. Today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have trusted and embraced us, so naturally we talk about victory and the seats that can help us win. All the alliance partners should be given the seats that we were defeated in. We are allies only when we win the seats that were lost, he said.
Jayant Chaudhary-Akhilesh Yadav war of words intensifies; UP ministers back RLD chief
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) Ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, the war of words between Samajwadi Party (SP) Chief Akhilesh Yadav and Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) President Jayant Chaudhary appears to be intensifying, with the political confrontation now taking a more personal turn. The latest exchange followed a remark by Akhilesh Yadav, who took a swipe at Jayant Chaudhary over the RLD's position in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Akhilesh reportedly quipped that only if the RLD wins 73 seats in the NDA would it be considered that the alliance had truly respected Chaudhary Saheb. The remark did not go down well with Jayant Chaudhary, who responded sharply and warned the SP chief against making what he described as light remarks. The SP chief is talking lightly. If I speak out, he won't be able to stand in UP, Jayant Chaudhary said, escalating the ongoing political exchange between the two leaders. The remarks have also drawn reactions from several Uttar Pradesh ministers, who came out in support of the RLD chief and criticised the SP leadership over its comments concerning the Chaudhary family. Minister Narendra Kashyap said Jayant Chaudhary was not only a Union Minister but also a senior political leader with a prominent political legacy. Jayant Chaudhary is a Union Minister and a senior leader. His father served as a Union Minister, and his grandfather served as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh as well as the Prime Minister of the country. Defining the party that gave the country a Prime Minister with the word 'chavanni' would naturally cause anger and outrage, wouldn't it? So perhaps Jayant Chaudhary has some past experiences that could pose a threat to the Samajwadi Party. As for what that is, he himself will answer, Kashyap said. Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar, speaking to IANS, also backed Jayant Chaudhary and said the RLD leader's familiarity with the family and its political affairs gave him an understanding of the situation. What Jayant Chaudhary has said is correct because he used to visit their home frequently, so he knows the situation of the entire family, Rajbhar said. Minister Anil Rajbhar also criticised the remarks directed at the Chaudhary family and stressed the family's standing in national politics. The Chaudhary family is a big name in national politics. Chaudhary Sahab was a great man, and every section of society respects him. Now making such statements against this family will not be tolerated, and the SP will have to face the consequences of it, Anil Rajbhar said. Reacting to the statement, Minister Nand Kishor Gurjar described Jayant Chaudhary as a serious and educated political leader and alleged that Akhilesh Yadav and other SP leaders had made derogatory remarks against leaders and various social groups. Akhilesh Yadav and SP leaders have made derogatory remarks about leaders and communities from various social groups. Farmers, labourers, and youth will oppose any political comments against Jayant Chaudhary. The Samajwadi Party does not respect its long-time allies in western Uttar Pradesh, Gurjar said.
Delhi airport sees protest as Dubai-bound SpiceJet flights face disruption
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) Passengers of two SpiceJet flights from Delhi to Dubai faced prolonged delays with one flight remaining grounded for more than 24 hours, leading to protests at Delhi airport on Tuesday, a report said. NDTV reported that Flight SG 5111 which was scheduled to depart at 7:45 am on Monday delayed several times and had not departed by the time of reporting. However, flight tracking platform Flightradar24 showed the flight as cancelled. Another flight (SG 5105) which was scheduled to leave Delhi at 6:45 pm on Monday was delayed until Tuesday afternoon, it added. Moreover, passengers said they had not received fresh updates from the airline. In addition, viral videos on social media platforms from the airport showed stranded passengers sitting on the terminal floor and demanding information about their flights. According to sources, Delhi Airport authorities provided food and refreshments to affected passengers while assisting them during the disruption, the report said. Moreover, an X user posted, Delhi airport passengers protested after two SpiceJet flights to Dubai faced over twenty-four hour delays due to operational issues. Stranded travellers waited on terminal floors while authorities provided food and refreshments. SpiceJet said the delays were caused by operational issues after one of its aircraft was grounded. SpiceJet flights SG 5111 and SG 5105, operating from Delhi to Dubai, have been delayed due to operational reasons following the grounding of an aircraft, the airline said in a statement. The airline added that alternate flights were being arranged for affected passengers and apologised for the inconvenience caused. Recently this month, several flight operations were disrupted due to weather and technical errors. On Sunday, an Air India aircraft (AI431) was diverted to Lucknow due to unfavourable weather and visibility conditions. Similarly, a flight of the airline from Bhopal to Delhi on September 13 was forced to divert at Jaipur due to a technical issue as per laid down procedures.
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