Dinesh Sharma to assume charge as L-G of Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Senior BJP leader Dinesh Sharma has resigned from the Rajya Sabha and will soon assume the office of Lieutenant-Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. He submitted his papers on Friday to Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan, who accepted the resignation. Earlier this month, Dinesh Sharma was appointed the Lieutenant-Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The appointment will take effect from the date he assumes charge of the office, according to a press communique issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan. Sharma expressed gratitude for his appointment as Lieutenant-Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and said he would fulfil his duty with complete devotion, honesty, and dedication. In a post on X, Sharma said, My heartfelt gratitude to Hon'ble President, Hon'ble Prime Minister, Hon'ble Home Minister, and the party's central leadership. For this important responsibility, I express my deepest gratitude from the heart to all esteemed elders, well-wishers, friends, and fellow citizens who have continuously inspired me with their good wishes and blessings. This is not merely a position for me, but a profound responsibility toward the Constitution, the nation, and public service. I pledge to fulfil this duty with complete devotion, honesty, and dedication. May your affection, trust, and blessings always remain with me in this manner, he added. Sharma, a senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader who was serving as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh, brings extensive administrative and academic experience to the role. Born on January 12, 1964, in Lucknow, he served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from 2017 to 2022 in the Yogi Adityanath government, handling portfolios related to higher education, technical education, science and technology, and information technology. Before that, he was elected Mayor of Lucknow twice -- first in 2006 and again in 2012 -- winning the second term by a record margin. A professor of commerce at the University of Lucknow since the early 1990s, Sharma has guided numerous research scholars and remains associated with academic work. He began his public life through student organisations and rose through the ranks of the BJP's youth wing before holding key organisational positions in the party. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a strategically important Union Territory in the Bay of Bengal, is administered by a Lieutenant Governor who serves as both the constitutional head and the head of the administration. The post carries significant responsibility for governance, development, and coordination with the central government, particularly in areas of security, tourism, infrastructure and environmental conservation. Admiral (Retd) Devendra Kumar Joshi has been serving as the Lieutenant Governor since October 2017. The fresh appointment marks a change in the leadership of the island territory. Dr Sharma is expected to take charge shortly.
'Glimpse of new India': CM Yogi hails PM Modi's years in public service
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 12 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, on Saturday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's years in public service, from Chief Minister of Gujarat to the Head of State, calling it a glimpse of new India. Addressing a press conference, the Chief Minister said the government and the BJP's state unit has prepared a list of programmes that will be undertaken for a month, from PM Modi's birthday on September 17, till marking the completion of his 25 years in public service on October 7, being celebrated as 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. October 7 is when PM Modi will complete 25 years in governance, including his tenure as Gujarat Chief Minister and as the Prime Minister of the country. So the party and the govt has prepared a list of programmes to celebrate these glorious years, CM Yogi said. He referred to PM Modi's years in public service as a vision that has led to successful implementation of all schemes across various fields, till the last person is served. Gujarat was like any other state before 2001, which faced drought, connectivity and drinking water issues and other challenges. PM Modi, during his tenure as the Chief Minister, ensured the availability of proper drinking water till the last village in the state. During his 13 years of tenure, he transformed Gujarat into a welfare state, a centre of attraction for the world, which is today considered as a model for infrastructure and technology, he said. CM Yogi termed PM Modi's tenure since 2014, as a glimpse of new India with visions of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat', 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' and 'Viksit Bharat'. For this, he ensured the construction of world-class infrastructure, welfare schemes, produced a model that established India from 'Fragile Five' to 'Top Five' economies of the world, he stated. The Chief Minister asserted that under PM Modi's leadership, India has established itself as a nation that is capable of providing leadership to the world. More than three dozen countries have conferred their highest honour on PM Modi. Moreover, the G20 leaders have hailed the successful completion of the Summit and its related events in the country, under the Prime Minister's leadership, he said. Further, he lashed out at the then regime for opposing the consecration ceremony of the Somnath Temple, accusing it of insulting India's heritage and seeding the mindset of slavery among people. Only after 2014, India could come out of the mindset of slavery and move towards the vision of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat', he said while invoking the construction of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Ayodhya's Ram Temple and organisation of the Mahakumbh Mela. He also praised PM Modi's leadership towards advancement of railway infrastructure, including electrification, trains like 'Namo Bharat', 'Amrit Bharat' and construction of new stations. The construction of waterways, ports, airports, highways, and public transport, etc, has become the backbone of India's development, he added. He further said: During the Congress regime only one AIIMS was built, Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji took it to seven, while PM Modi took its number to 23. While the vaccine for encephalitis took around 100 years to reach India, the Covid vaccine was produced here itself within nine months, CM Yogi added. Detailing the list of programmes, the UP Chief Minister said: Apart from distribution of fruits at hospitals on the morning of September 17, blood donation camps will be organised. A 'yatra' is also being organised under which holy water from Vadnagar in Gujarat will be brought to Kashi, while holy water from 10 separate rivers will be taken from Kashi to Vadnagar. It will start from September 17 and reach its destination on October 7. The participants will also interact will the public every day during the course of the 'yatra'. He added that various competitions will also be held among school students, under the campaign, who will be felicitated on October 7. Various other programmes are also being organised by the UP government and the state BJP unit as part of the Seva Sankalp Yatra.
1st T20I: Bumrah Back In The Mix As Afghanistan Prepare To host India In India (preview)
Arun Jaitley Stadium: The Indian team's nets session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday night offered a small, telling picture. Under lights, after a drizzle pushed back its start, Jasprit Bumrah was running in off a longish, sometimes short, run-up and bowling properly. The atmosphere lightened when he got into a brief, absorbing scrap with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who had taken him for six off the first ball he faced from him in the IPL and appears not to have been told to respect bowlers since. This time, Bumrah beat the bat and then speared a yorker past him. It looked less like a man testing his knee than like one finding his rhythm after missing the third ODI against England and the two Tests in Sri Lanka because of an impact injury to his left knee while fielding in Cardiff. But the broader story of Sundays clash is not just about India or Bumrah. For years, the answer to where Afghanistan played their home games was India. With no infrastructure back home to speak of, India provided them with grounds in Greater Noida, Dehradun and Lucknow. Their inaugural Test, six years ago, was in Bengaluru and, ironically, against India. The BCCI and the wider Indian ecosystem were foundational to their rise to become a force to be reckoned with in international cricket. On Sunday, Afghanistan will officially host India in a bilateral series for the first time. The hosting rights are administrative, but the significance is not. Asia Cups and World Cups have produced fine contests, and India hosted them bilaterally two years ago in a series that ended with a double super over in Bengaluru. What is new here is the direction. Afghanistan are the home side, and India the visitors, in what is usually Indias own backyard. The familiarity with New Delhi runs deeper for Afghanistan apart from the strong Afghan diaspora based in the national capital, it is the city where they upstaged England at the 2023 ODI World Cup, sending everyone into a frenzy. Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Rahmanullah Gurbaz became well known in Indian stadiums during IPL summers. On Sunday, they will use that knowledge against India, before a crowd that will clap for both teams. Afghanistan no longer arrive as inspiring underdogs seeking exposure, but as a strong T20 outfit with a spin ensemble capable of unravelling the most formidable line-ups. In Ibrahim Zadran, Gurbaz and Sediqullah Atal, they have the batting to exploit the short square boundaries here, though the middle order needs to shed its inconsistency. Under Zadran, the newly appointed captain, and new coach Richard Pybus, they are starting again in the format after an early exit at the T20 World Cup. Having trained at the Yamuna Sports Complex before, Afghanistan later moved to practising at the venue that is their home until Thursday. India's reply with the bat is playing at an aggressive tempo through an order that runs deep, but against Rashid, Nabi and Noor Ahmad, they must be at their sharpest in the middle overs. The unresolved part is the top of that order. Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma and Sooryavanshi cannot all be accommodated without somebody moving, and the answer matters: India have lost six of their 10 T20Is this year since Shreyas Iyer took charge. Ishan Kishan, off a double hundred that carried East Zone to the Duleep Trophy, looked the most fluent against spin, though the back he pulled up with on Friday leaves his availability open. Iyer, Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube and Axar Patel also batted well, and must elevate the score depending on the start their top-order gets. The depth, at least, is returning. Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy are back, Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy added, and India is close to full strength after a spate of injuries. Bumrah and Sooryavanshi have never played a T20I together, a marker of how quickly this side turns over. While finding their feet in international cricket, Afghanistan played many of their games on Indian grounds. On Sunday, they are the hosts, and India are visitors in all but name. Bumrah will run in under these same lights to bowl at a team who honed their skills here in Afghanistans early years of international cricket. Nobody arranged any of this out of kindness, and that is precisely what has changed. Through relentless work and big-stage performances, Afghanistan have earned the right to stand shoulder to shoulder with any team in the world, including the current T20 World Cup holders and their visitors at Kotla for the next six days, India. When: Sunday, September 13, 7:30 PM IST Where: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi Where to watch: The match will be shown live on Sony Sports Ten 3, 4 and 5 SD & HD channels on TV. Live-streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website. Squads Where to watch: The match will be shown live on Sony Sports Ten 3, 4 and 5 SD & HD channels on TV. Live-streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (captain), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Noor Rahman (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq. Article Source: IANS
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 12 (IANS) A day after Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav launched a veiled attack on Uttar Pradesh Minister and Nishad Party chief Sanjay Nishad, an ally of the ruling BJP-led government, SP spokesperson Ashutosh Verma remarked that the latter is scared of losing the support of Dalits, backward and minority sections in the state. A row erupted after a trader from Uttar Pradeshs Gonda district, Vinod Sahani, died of injuries sustained during a dispute over social media posts, prompting Nishad to led a demonstration against his own government. Reacting to the protest, Akhilesh Yadav, without taking any name, said: Those who believed that staying aligned with power would enhance their respect and stature have now realised that while the BJP may offer a ceremonial position for show, it comes without any honour. BJP's supremacists will go to any lengths to preserve their dominanceeven committing murder or forcing anyone to their knees on the ground, the SP chief said in a post on X on Friday. Further, he referred to the BJP's rule as a criminal triad of arrogance, pride, and ego. Speaking to IANS, Ashutosh Verma echoed a similar view. He said: We have been saying this that the number of atrocities being committed against the Dalits, backward class and other minorities under Yogi Adityanath's government, have never been witnessed in any other state. This government is functioning on feudalistic thinking. Sahani was murdered because he had put up a post against the government. The DM and SP of the region are not even taking action against the accused, he alleged. Targeting Sanjay Nishad, Verma said: Even now he is not able to announce his resignation as Cabinet Minister despite only around three months being left for Assembly elections in the state. So, how can a person who is greedy for power, think about the welfare of the society? Even now Sanjay Nishad is unable to understand that the entire state, including Dalits, backward class and other minority sections are standing against the government. Probably due to this fear he is staging protests on the road, the SP leader said.
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From top-4 to 26, Srinagar falls in Centres clean-air ranking
Srinagar, Sep 11:Just three years ago, Srinagar was counted among the countrys top-performing cities in GoI survey regarding air quality, city-wise, across India. Now it has found itself at 26th position in the latest Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026.The striking reversal for a city synonymous with pristine mountains, lakes and fresh Himalayan air throws uncomfortable in the air here. The health of citizens and environment in Srinagar is once again under scanner.The latest ranking Of Swatch Vayi Sarvekshan has Srinagar behind Delhi.Delhi has for long made headlines with toxic winter smog and features among Indias most persistent air-pollution hotspots. Strikingly, Delhi secured the 21st rank with 172 points. Shockingly, Srinagar scored 162.6 points and is now at 26th among cities with a population of over 10 lakh.In the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2023, Srinagar had clinched the fourth rank nationally in its population category. It was lauded for being one of the country's leading cities in the clean-air initiative.Chairman Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee (JKPCC), Vasu Yadav while speaking to Greater Kashmir, said the ranking does not reflect the air quality of Srinagar. He said that Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan does not rank cities based on the measurement of how good or bad their air quality is.It is not a linear, simple addition but a number of factors are assessed while giving points to the cities, he said. Yadav said the Sarvekshan measures the initiatives taken by cities to control pollution and the implementation of air-quality improvement programmes, under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). The assessment is based on measures to address road dust management, solid waste management, vehicular emissions, industrial pollution, construction waste, demolition waste and other other emission sources, he said. More importantly, he said, it has a very strong connection to Solid Waste Managemnet measures taken by the cities. If the waste is not managed scientifically, it is a pollution hazard, and a negative impact on air quality as it will eventually be burnt, he said. The Chairman said the municipalities have to list what all they have done to control air pollution over the year. The process is heavily based on self-assessment by city municipalities, he said. It is also a reflection of the scrutiny at the state level, evaluation by the Central Pollution Control Board and importantly, field verification by independent committees, he said. Three years ago, the parameter of ranking just the air quality and thats how Srinagar was among the top, he said.The latest survey has placed Srinagar above major metros such as Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata.However, it trails behind Delhi and Hyderabad. Lucknow has topped the category with 198 points. Other top cities with notable clean air measures are Indore and Jabalpur.At the bottom are Chennai, Jamshedpur, Kota, Kolkata and Madurai.The pollution in Srinagar has often been blamed on the ever-increasing number of vehicles and traffic congestion to road dust.The construction activity, waste burning in autumn and emissions are considered the major culprits. The fifth edition of the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan, 2026, assessed 130 cities covered under NCAP, in three population categories. The Union Environment Ministry said 108 of the 130 cities showed improvement in PM10 levels during 2025-26.
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UP RERA approves 13 realty projects worth Rs 2,380 cr; Barabanki tops list
Uttar Pradesh RERA approved thirteen real estate projects valued at over Rs 2,380 crore. These projects will create 4,724 residential and commercial units across six districts. Barabanki received the highest investment while Lucknow saw the most units approved. Varanasi, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar, and Agra also received project approvals. The approvals aim to boost construction activity and economic growth within the state.
UP T20 League: Kashi Rudras reflect on playoff run, emergence of young talent
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 11 (IANS) Two-time champions Kashi Rudras owner Sanjeev Garg said their fourth Uttar Pradesh T20 League campaign was a journey defined by immense team resilience and the promising rise of a new generation of local cricketers, following their fourth consecutive playoff appearance.v The Yan Consultancy-owned franchise rebounded from a mid-season slump of four consecutive defeats to finish third in the league standings and sealed their playoff berth with a 56-run victory over table-toppers Meerut Mavericks. Their campaign eventually came to an end in a hard-fought Eliminator, where they fell short by just one run to Noida Kings. This season once again demonstrated the character and fighting spirit that define Kashi Rudras. The way the team responded after a difficult phase in the league and finished strongly against the table-toppers showed the resilience within this group, Garg said in a statement on Friday. The season highlighted several outstanding individual efforts, starting with skipper Karan Sharma, who claimed the Orange Cap as the tournament's leading run-scorer with 361 runs, including a league-high 26 sixes, a 51-ball 102 against Noida Super Kings, and a 92 off 48 balls against Gorakhpur Lions. On the bowling front, Atal Bihari Rai led the attack with 15 wickets. However, it was the breakthrough of young players that stood out as the major takeaway for the franchise. 19-year-old left-arm spinner Kartik Yadav enjoyed a stellar season with 11 wickets, anchored by a match-winning 3-for-12 spell against Meerut Mavericks. Youngsters Sangam Singh, pacer Rishabh Rajput, and batter Virat Jaiswal also stepped up to showcase the franchise's squad depth. Karans Orange Cap-winning campaign and the performances of our experienced players were outstanding, but what excites us equally is the emergence of young talent. Youngsters have shown tremendous promise and have given us a glimpse of what this group can achieve in the years ahead. We will take the learnings from this season, continue to back our players and return with the same ambition and determination to bring another championship to Kashi Rudras, added Garg.
Conversion plea: HC orders UP police to produce man held by kin
Lucknow: At the hearing on a plea that a Hindu man was held captive by his own family after he converted to Islam to marry a Muslim woman, the Allahabad High Court has directed authorities in Uttar Pradesh to produce the man, reports said on Friday, September 11. In a case registered by the Shamli 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 .
Lucknow Rises From 15th To No. 1 In India
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Star Cast: Pratik Gandhi, Arshad Warsi Director: Tigmanshu Dhulia Ghamasaan Movie Review Synopsis: GHAMASAAN is the story of an honest officer and a dreaded gangster. The year is 2006. Maharaj (Arshad Warsi) is a dacoit living in the jungles of Bundelkhand, Uttar Pradesh along with his army. He is known for terrorizing the local population. Yet, no one has the guts to stand up against him as police and ministers are in cahoots with him. Theres a lot of pressure on the government after opposition leader Kumari Sarojini (Seema Azmi) raises her voice against Maharajs atrocities. To pacify her, Aditya Singh (Pratik Gandhi) an honest officer stationed in Lucknow, is sent with a team of STF officials to the belt where Maharaj operates. Aditya has been told to ensure Maharajs activities are halted and that the election process goes on smoothly. The idea is that once the elections are over, Aditya and his STF contingent will be asked to return. But Aditya is in no mood to follow the order. He reaches the region and attempts to finish off Maharaj. What happens next forms the rest of the film. Ghamasaan Movie Story Review: Piiyush Singh and Ram Yash Singh's story, inspired by true events, is superb. Tigmanshu Dhulia's screenplay is gripping. Tigmanshu Dhulia's dialogues are realistic. This means that they are devoid of any over-the-top or clapworthy one-liners. Tigmanshu Dhulia's direction is praiseworthy. He uses a no-nonsense approach toward telling the story. Hence, there are no romantic or even item songs. The banter between Aditya and his wife Aparna (Ishita Dutta) is neatly woven into the story. In many ways, the film reminds of the OG Dhulia and his memorable flicks like HAASIL [2003], PAAN SINGH TOMAR [2012], SAHEB BIWI AUR GANGSTER [2011], etc. He fleshes out the villain character perfectly. Hence, one feels the scare when he appears on screen or when he commits the atrocities. As a result, one also roots for the protagonist and wants him to finish him off. A few scenes that stand out are Maharaj realizing that Lakhua has been compromised, Aditya and Maharaj speaking for the first time and the intermission point. After the interval, the scene where Aparna gets kidnapped and Aditya tapping his senior's phone are memorable. The pre-climax is very nail biting and also clapworthy. On the flipside, the film has a simple and formulaic story of a cop chasing a goon, with hardly any twists and turns. The narrative stagnates at a point in the second half. The track involving Balaram Yadav (Anurag Thakur) and the Adivasi kids is not fleshed out properly. The finale is unexpected, but it doesnt pack the punch one would have hoped for. Ghamasaan Movie Review Performances: GHAMASAAN belongs to Arshad Warsi. The actor is known for comic roles but here, he terrorizes and how. Its not easy to break his image and excel but Arshad comes out with flying colours. This is surely one of the finest performances of his career. Pratik Gandhi is absent after his entry scene but later on, hes there throughout. He gets a bit overpowered by Arshad but theres no denying that he maintains a strong position and delivers a fine performance. Rajpal Yadav (Kalika) has a very crucial part and like Arshad, even he breaks his image and attempts something different. At the same time, he also raises laughs in some scenes. A performance to watch out for. Ishita Dutta has limited screen time but is fine. Jatin Goswami (Angad) yet again proves that hes a powerhouse of talent. Deepraj Rana (Inspector Harsh), Seema Azmi, Pankaj Saraswat (S K Dubey), Mrityunjay Pandey (Rizwan), Paritosh Sand (Madhura Prasad), Anurag Thakur and Hemant Dandotiya (Lakhua) lend able support. Ghamasaan movie music and other technical aspects: Anuj Garg's music is forgettable. The song Dhaaye Dhaaye is just okay. Anuj Garg's background score is in sync with the film's mood. Dev Agarwal's cinematography enhances the cinematic appeal. Amrish and Daya's production design is authentic while Tulika Dhuliya's costumes are realistic. The action is gory and not for the faint hearted. Sourabh Prabhudesai's editing is nice but could have been slicker in some places. Ghamasaan Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, GHAMASAAN is a gritty and engaging crime drama that benefits from Tigmanshu Dhulias no-nonsense direction, some gripping moments and terrific performances, especially by Arshad Warsi in a never-seen-before avatar
'Cannot achieve success by inciting public sentiments': Brajesh Pathak criticises Akhilesh Yadav
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 11 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister, Brajesh Pathak, on Friday hit out at Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav over his allegations that the BJP is opposed to reservation, accusing the former Chief Minister of making misleading and irresponsible statements and urging him to focus on development, progress and law and order. Reacting to Yadav's remarks, Pathak said the Samajwadi Party should raise issues concerning the state's development instead of attempting to influence public sentiment. The Samajwadi Party is indulging in various misleading and irresponsible statements. Why don't they talk about the issue of development? Why don't they speak on the issue of progress? Talk about law and order. You cannot achieve success simply by inciting public sentiments like this, Pathak said. The Deputy Chief Minister also criticised Yadav over his comments on the healthcare system in Uttar Pradesh, saying the Samajwadi Party chief was aware of the improvements made in the state's health infrastructure and services since the BJP came to power in 2017. The chief of the Samajwadi Party has an issue with us. He is well-aware that healthcare services in Uttar Pradesh have continuously improved and upgraded. Since 2017, a massive transformation has taken place, Pathak claimed. His remarks came a day after Yadav targeted the BJP over the issue of reservation and alleged that the party was opposed to reservation for various sections of society. Yadav had said the BJP was opposed to reservation whether it concerned women, Backward Classes, Dalits or tribals. He also alleged that the party was targeting institutions and religious practices, including madrasas, while arguing that the government had failed to address the issue of rising inflation. The BJP is opposed to reservation, whether it concerns reservation for women (half the population) or for backward, Dalit, and tribals, Yadav said. He further alleged that the BJP's focus on issues ranging from religious practices to educational institutions was linked to its inability to provide answers on inflation. Pathak, however, rejected the Samajwadi Party chief's criticism and maintained that the state government had made significant progress in healthcare and other sectors since 2017. The exchange comes as the BJP and Samajwadi Party continue to trade allegations over governance, reservation, development and public welfare issues in Uttar Pradesh.
Mayawati attacks SP, Cong over use of blue colour; says symbolism can't erase casteist mindset
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 11 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Friday attacked Samajwadi Party (SP), Congress and other opposition parties over their use of the colour blue, asserting that adopting blue scarves, clothes and stage dcor cannot change their casteist, narrow-minded, feudal and capitalist mindset. In a series of posts on X, Mayawati said parties claiming to represent the interests of Dalits, tribals, backward classes and other deprived sections must first cleanse their heart and mind before attempting to project themselves as Ambedkarite forces. She alleged that these parties were merely indulging in symbolism while their outlook towards marginalised communities remained unchanged. The BSP supremo also took aim at SP's PDA (Pichhda, Dalit, Alpsankhyak) plank and Congress's outreach efforts, accusing them of political opportunism. According to her, these parties frequently change their stance like a chameleon, often saying one thing and doing the opposite. She maintained that the BSP remains the only genuine Ambedkarite party committed to safeguarding the interests of Bahujan communities. Referring to leaders expelled from the BSP, Mayawati said many of them had switched parties multiple times after being removed for indiscipline, exposing their self-serving and opportunistic nature. She claimed that some of them go on to form small political outfits with the backing of rival parties, but such organisations are incapable of serving the broader interests of Bahujan Samaj. She further criticised parties that welcome expelled BSP leaders into their fold, saying they should first introspect. In a veiled attack on Congress, Mayawati described the party as a sinking ship and questioned why anyone would jeopardise their political future by joining it. She also recalled that Dr B.R. Ambedkar had cautioned Bahujan communities against the Congress during his lifetime. The BSP chief also raised the issue of senior party leader Ashok Siddharth's retirement from politics. She alleged that despite pressure from various quarters, Siddharth did not immediately announce his retirement on the day the BSP advised him to step away from active politics. According to Mayawati, he eventually made the announcement the following morning after efforts to delay the decision failed. She hinted that the party would reveal more details on the matter at an appropriate time. Mayawati said BSP workers and supporters should understand these developments in the larger interest of the party and the Bahujan movement.
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Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Sep 10 (IANS) An IndiGo flight from Lucknow to Dammam in Saudi Arabia made an emergency landing at Ahmedabad airport on Thursday evening after a bomb threat was reported onboard, prompting security agencies to launch a search of the aircraft. IndiGo flight 6E097 landed at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA) in Ahmedabad at around 5:45 p.m. after a crew member found a piece of paper bearing the word bomb on the aircraft, sources said. All passengers and crew members were safely disembarked, they added. According to information available with airport authorities, the aircraft had 133 people on board, including passengers and crew. An earlier police account had put the number at 107 passengers and six crew members. Following the landing, the passengers and crew were taken off the aircraft and security protocols were activated. The local police and Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel began searching the aircraft, while the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) was also carrying out checks. No suspicious object had been found on board, officials said. The security agencies are continuing their checks to establish the nature of the threat. The incident comes days after another international flight was diverted to Ahmedabad following a similar bomb threat. On August 31, an Air India Express flight from Dammam to New Delhi, carrying 32 passengers, made an emergency landing at Ahmedabad after a crew member found a tissue paper bearing a message claiming that there was a bomb on board. The threat was subsequently found to be a hoax. In that case, a threat note found in the aircraft's lavatory led investigators to conduct a handwriting comparison involving people who had been on board, with a crew member later coming under the scanner, according to reports. The investigation into that incident is continuing. The latest incident also comes amid a series of bomb-threat alerts in Gujarat in recent days, including threats sent to courts in Ahmedabad and Surat earlier this month. Police and security agencies had conducted searches following the threats, which were later described by Gujarat Police as hoaxes.
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IndiGo Lucknow-Dammam flight makes emergency landing after hoax bomb threat
IndiGo Lucknow-Dammam flight makes emergency landing in Ahmedabad after bomb threat
An IndiGo flight from Lucknow to Dammam made an emergency landing at Ahmedabad airport. A crew member found a note with the word Bomb written on it onboard the aircraft. All 107 passengers and six crew members were safely evacuated from the plane. Security personnel conducted a thorough inspection of the aircraft after the incident. No suspicious items were discovered during the comprehensive security checks.
An IndiGo flight from Lucknow to Dammam in Saudi Arabiamade an emergency landing at the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday following a bomb threat, putting security agencies on alert. The aircraft was safely moved to an isolation...
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Mayawati expels nephew Akash Anand from BSP after Ashok Siddharth announces retirement
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 10 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party supremo Mayawati on Thursday expelled her nephew Akash Anand from the BSP, saying he has been freed from the party and that his personal attachment appeared to outweigh his concern for his own political career. She announced this after welcoming Akash Anand's father-in-law Ashok Siddharths decision to retire from politics. Expelled BSP leader and former Rajya Sabha member Ashok Siddharth announced his retirement from politics, a day after Mayawati said that his retirement was necessary if her nephew and Siddharths son-in-law, Akash Anand, was to be given another opportunity to rise within the party. Siddharth, who was expelled from the BSP for the second time on August 2 over alleged anti-party activities, made the announcement in a detailed post on social media, reiterating his loyalty to Mayawati and the BSP and rejecting allegations that he had worked against the interests of the party. Taking to X on Thursday, Mayawati said, The announcement made today by Shri Ashok Siddharth regarding his retirement from politics is a right step taken very belatedly. The general view is that had this decision been taken much earlier, the BSP, the Bahujan society, the Bahujan movement, and her nephew Mr Akash Anand would not have had to constantly face adverse circumstances; nor would I have been compelled, in the interest of the party and the movement, to take tough decisions regarding him on several occasions, particularly amidst the preparations for the general Assembly elections and the massive effort to form the government in UP for the fifth time, she said. The BSP chief also stressed that the Ambedkarite political tradition followed by the party has historically been based on sacrifice, dedication, struggle and selflessness, with members expected to put aside their own personal and family interests in favour of the larger movement. Only then can the 'Bahujan Samaj' -- which has been exploited, oppressed, neglected, and scorned for centuries -- transform into the 'ruling class'. In this journey, one must always remember that the greater the goal, the greater the sacrifice required, she said. While describing Siddharths retirement as a positive move, Mayawati questioned why he had not taken the decision earlier if he genuinely had the future of his son-in-law Akash Anand and the BSP at heart. She said that if Siddharth had even the slightest concern about Akash Anands political future and the interests of the BSP, he would have immediately announced his retirement instead of waiting until now. Mayawati said such an earlier decision could have helped ensure Akash Anands active participation in the BSP and its movement. Such a move could have significantly ensured Mr Akash Anand's active engagement with the party and the movement. Yet, the fact that no such thing has happened proves that Mr Ashok Siddharth's intentions remain flawed and his ambitions undiminished - indeed, they remain fully intact, she said. The BSP supremo also referred to Akash Anands relationship with his father-in-law and said that his personal attachment appeared to outweigh his concern for his own political career. She alleged that Akash Anand had not even reposted the relevant post from Mayawatis X account, despite the fact that the message was intended for his own benefit and well-being. She pointed out that, before this, both Siddharth and Akash Anand had attempted to demonstrate their loyalty by regularly reposting posts shared by the BSP chief on X. Mayawati said their failure to repost the partys social media posts on this occasion indicated that both were more focused on personal and familial relationships than on the interests and success of the BSP and its movement. It is widely believed that no amount of gratitude or acknowledgement of the debt they owe to the BSP and its leadership would be enough, she said. Questioning Akash Anands ability to effectively work for the organisation while being caught between personal relationships and party interests, Mayawati asked, If Akash Anand is more concerned with personal ties and relationships than with the true interests of the party, how can he effectively serve the BSP party and the movement while being of two minds? She then announced that the party leadership had decided to completely release Akash Anand from the BSP, after he had already been relieved of key organisational responsibilities. For this reason, the party leadership deems it best that, just as he was previously relieved of all key responsibilities associated with the crucial post of National Convener on September 3, 2026, he should now be completely freed from the party as well, effective immediately, Mayawati said. Therefore, if Mr Akash Anand wishes to remain independent of the party, he is free to do so; in other words, he has now been fully released from the party, she added. Concluding her message, Mayawati called upon BSP members to remain united and confront what she described as various strategies adopted by political opponents, including attempts at conciliation, inducement, coercion and division. She urged party workers to devote themselves completely, with their ody, mind, and resources, to the BSPs political struggle and to work towards securing an absolute majority once again, particularly in Uttar Pradesh. Mayawati said the ultimate objective was to establish an Iron Rule marked by effective law and order and strong development while following the principle of Sarvajan Hitay, Sarvajan Sukhay, or the welfare and happiness of all.
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Expelled BSP leader Ashok Siddharth quits politics after Mayawati's retirement advice
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 10 (IANS) Expelled Bahujan Samaj Party leader and former Rajya Sabha member Ashok Siddharth has announced his retirement from politics, a day after BSP chief Mayawati said that his retirement was necessary if her nephew and Siddharths son-in-law, Akash Anand, was to be given another opportunity to rise within the party. Siddharth, who was expelled from the BSP for the second time on August 2 over alleged anti-party activities, made the announcement in a detailed post on social media, reiterating his loyalty to Mayawati and the BSP and rejecting allegations that he had worked against the interests of the party. Taking to X, Siddharth said, I wish to convey that your command holds more importance for me than anything else in the world. My personal relationships and family pale in comparison to your orders. He said that for the past 35 years, he has remained dedicated to the BSP. Calling Mayawati his political mentor and elder sister, he said, You have bestowed so much upon a humble person like me. It is because of you that I served as a member of the Legislative Council and the Rajya Sabha. You deemed me worthy enough to make a humble worker like me a member of your family. This is a debt I can never repay in this lifetime. Swearing by Lord Gautam Buddha and Kanshiram, Siddharth said he had never acted against the interests of the BSP and could not even imagine doing anything that would go against Mayawati or her directions. Siddharth had been facing allegations of attempting to 'take control' of the party and 'misleading' Akash Anand. Rejecting these claims, he clarified, Far from advising Akash Anand, in the last several months, I have met him on only a few occasions -- specifically when his programs were organised in election-bound states, a responsibility you had entrusted to me. He further claimed that some party colleagues had levelled allegations against him because of jealousy over the respect he received within the organisation, asserting that there was ot an iota of truth in such accusations. Siddharth described the allegations as part of a conspiracy by political adversaries who, according to him, were themselves involved in activities against the party. He also appealed that his decision to retire should not be interpreted or connected solely to any possible return of Akash Anand to the BSP. Before being my son-in-law, Akash Anand is your nephew and the son of Anand Bhai-sahab. He has spent two decades of his life under your guidance. How could a humble worker like me possibly mislead him? Siddharth wrote. In another part of his message, the former BSP Rajya Sabha member praised Mayawati for what he described as her sacrifices for the Bahujan movement and said she had always placed the society's interests above personal ambitions. You are the embodiment of sacrifice and compassion; when it came to the interests of society, you readily spurned the Chief Minister's chair and the Rajya Sabha seat. You are not merely our guide but our role model, Siddharth wrote. If you feel that my continued presence in political and social life is harming the 'Bahujan Mission' established by our saints, gurus, and great leaders, then I am retiring from political and social life this very moment. My life is indebted to you; retirement is a small price to pay in comparison. If I ever have to lay down my life for you, that too would be a matter of pride for me, he said. Mayawati, in a post on X on Wednesday, had advised Siddharth to retire from politics, saying that his personal interests had prevented him from properly protecting the interests of Akash Anand as well as the BSP movement. She alleged that instead of setting an example of sacrifice and selflessness before BSP workers and society, Siddharth had acted in the opposite manner. Mayawati said that, keeping in view the interests of the BSP and the future of Siddharth's family and his son-in-law Akash Anand, he still had an opportunity to give up his political ambitions, rise above personal self-interest and completely withdraw from politics. According to Mayawati, only after Siddharth's retirement would Akash Anand be able to work freely within the BSP, and only then could the party consider, with sympathy, restoring organisational responsibilities to him.
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