Saints Support Baba Ramdevs Remarks on Muslims, Call for Communal Harmony
Saints in Lucknow back Baba Ramdevs comments on Muslims, urging for communal harmony and unity within the community. Saints Support Baba Ramdevs Remarks on Muslims, Call for Communal Harmony
CM Adityanath felicitates police personnel, says UP was brought out of 'policy paralysis' after 2017
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 1 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday asserted that the state, which was earlier marred with riots and curfews, was brought out of policy paralysis after 2017. The Chief Minister made the remarks during the flag-off ceremony of 87 interceptor vehicles and medal presentation for police personnel in Lucknow. Addressing a gathering, CM Adityanath mentioned Inspector Sunil Kumar of the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF), who was posthumously awarded the Kirti Chakra, for his exceptional bravery during an encounter with members of the Mukim Kala gang in Shamli district. This is the first time that an officer of UP Police has been bestowed with the Kirti Chakra, he observed. He added that 16 other security personnel from the state have been awarded with the President's bravery medal and 10 UP Police personnel have been awarded with the Chief Minister's bravery medal. When technology is incorporated into thoughts and behaviour, it also delivers results. The identity that UP Police has built today is the result of this very thing, he stated. No matter who the person is, no matter how great they may be, no matter the pride of their position, if their security is removed, it won't take long for them to become a scared cat in an atmosphere of anarchy. Healthy thinking is possible only in a healthy environment...Therefore, the tagline of the UP Police is 'Your safety is our commitment', he added. CM Adityanath further said that UP Police is effectively carrying forward the state government's policy of 'zero tolerance' towards crime and criminals. The UP CM then referred to the historic Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed in the Supreme Court of India in 1996 by former Director General of Police (DGP) Prakash Singh, along with co-petitioner N.K. Singh and the organisation Common Cause, seeking structural reforms to overhaul the colonial-era Police Act of 1861. He stated: Those reforms were first implemented in Uttar Pradesh. Moreover, according to the demands, we have so far made seven police commissionerates in the state. In a veiled attack on the previous Samajwadi Party government, CM Adityanath said: Before 2017, people were reeling under an identity crisis for hailing from Uttar Pradesh. I understand that the police faced challenges because if political leadership lacks the capacity to make decisions and has a weak backbone, how can it set the law-and-order situation, right? They (leaders) used to bow down before 'mafias'. The latter ruled every district of Uttar Pradesh. Police were compelled in front of them and no efforts were being made to bring reforms in the force, he alleged, adding that the state's police force had poor infrastructure and training facilities before 2017. Adding to the criticism of the previous regime, CM Adityanath further said: The state was marred with riots and curfews...Muzaffarnagar witnessed curfew for six long months. No one felt safe in the state. As a result of this Uttar Pradesh was being counted among 'sick' states. Despite being the largest state, it lagged behind in terms of economy, recruitments, technology, and implementation of welfare schemes for youth, women etc. People were left frustrated and disappointed. But things changed after 2017, the state was brought out of policy paralysis. We implemented police reforms here...Today, more than 14 lakh cameras have been put up across districts for security and investigation purposes. Integrated Command and Control Centres have also been created across districts, he added.
CBI Court Sentences LIC Assistant to 10 Years in
A CBI court in Lucknow has sentenced four individuals, including an LIC assistant, to prison for a major 6.37 crore fraud. CBI Court Sentences LIC Assistant to 10 Years in 6.37 Crore Scam
Prasidh To Miss Third ODI Against WI Due To Hamstring Injury, Kamboj Likely Replacement
Nitish Kumar Reddy: It is understood that India pacer Anshul Kamboj, who has been pulled out of the ongoing red-ball game between India A and Australia A is likely to be named as his replacement in the squad. In the ongoing days play in Puducherry, Kamboj was replaced by fast bowler Praful Hinge in the playing eleven. It is understood that India pacer Anshul Kamboj, who has been pulled out of the ongoing red-ball game between India A and Australia A is likely to be named as his replacement in the squad. In the ongoing days play in Puducherry, Kamboj was replaced by fast bowler Praful Hinge in the playing eleven. Prasidh is definitely not playing the third ODI due to the hamstring injury he has picked. He will now report to the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru for further scans, and his recovery timeline will be drawn based on that. For now, Kamboj is likely to be his replacement, said a source familiar with the development to IANS on Thursday. Kamboj, who took 3-34 in 17.3 overs in the first innings, bowled just two overs in the second essay before departing Puducherry. Prasidh, who opened the bowling attack during India's eight-wicket victory in the second ODI at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on Wednesday, walked off after sending down just five overs. After bowling a four-over opening spell, Prasidh bowled the 31st over before walking off the field and took no further part in the contest. His sudden exit forced the Indian team management to turn to part-time off-spin of Naman Dhir, who bowled 6.1 overs, though he himself briefly left the field earlier due to cramps. Both India and the West Indies are scheduled to reach Chandigarh on Thursday evening. Prasidh, however, will head directly to Bengaluru to report at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) for detailed scans and rehabilitation. While Prasidh is not included in the upcoming five-match T20I series against the West Indies starting on October 6 in Lucknow, him picking a hamstring injury remains a key concern considering Indias multi-format tour of New Zealand features five ODIs and two Tests. Both India and the West Indies are scheduled to reach Chandigarh on Thursday evening. Prasidh, however, will head directly to Bengaluru to report at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) for detailed scans and rehabilitation. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
UPSSSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 412 Regional Youth Welfare
The Uttar Pradesh Adheenasth Seva Chayan Ayog (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has released Advertisement No. 23-Pariksha/2026 inviting online applications for the Main Examination for 412 posts of Kshetriya Yuva Kalyan evam Pradeshik Vikas Dal Adhikari (Regional Youth Welfare and Provincial Development Dal Officer) and Vyayam Prashikshak (Exercise Trainer), under the Yuva Kalyan evam Prantiya Rakshak Dal Mahanideshalay (Directorate of Youth Welfare and Provincial Guards), Uttar Pradesh. Applications can be submitted online at upsssc.gov.in from 16 October 2026 to 6 November 2026.
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HDFC Capital, Shalimar create Rs 750 crore platform for UP real estate
HDFC Capital Advisors has joined forces with Shalimar Corp to establish a significant Rs 750 crore real estate development platform. This collaboration aims to enhance residential and mixed-use projects in prominent Uttar Pradesh cities like Lucknow and Varanasi. The venture envisions a development potential surpassing 5 million sq ft, inclusive of around 3,000 residential units.
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 30: Growing investor interest in Dholera was evident in Lucknow as RWI Developers hosted an investor-focused presentation for its upcoming plotted development, Estate One10, at The Taj Palace, Lucknow. The event, which was initially planned for a limited group of serious investors, drew nearly twice the expected participation, with a strong turnout of investors and prospective buyers attending the session.
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ESIC Lucknow Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for 45 Specialists, Senior Residents and More Posts
Employees State Insurance Corporation Lucknow (ESIC Lucknow) Recruitment 2026 for 45 posts of Full Time/Part Time Specialists, Senior Residents, Ayurveda and Homeopathy Physician. Candidatres with MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB, BDS with MDS, or Degree in Ayurveda/Homeopathy can attend Walkin. The Walk-in on 12-10-2026 to 13-10-2026. For detailed information please visit ESIC Lucknow official website esic.gov.in.
BJP nervous ahead of 2027 UP polls: SP MP criticises Keshav Maurya over 'Sampnath remarks
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 30 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) MP, Awadhesh Prasad on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Uttar Pradesh (UP) Deputy Chief Minister, Keshav Prasad Maurya over his Sampnath remarks, alleging that the statement reflected nervousness within the BJP ahead of the 2027 UP Assembly elections. Maurya had described the SP as Sampnath referring to a cobra, as part of a wider rhetorical attack on Opposition parties ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. He also referred to the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) as Nagnath, or viper, and the Congress as Kaliya Nag, the venomous black serpent from Hindu mythology. Responding to the remarks, Awadhesh Prasad said that the UP Deputy Chief Minister was nervous about the upcoming elections and claimed that Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was even more concerned about the electoral contest. Speaking to IANS, the SP MP said, What is Keshav Mauryas status? He couldnt even win the Assembly elections in his own constituency. He became Deputy Chief Minister by the grace of politicians. He has no political base of his own. He is nervous about the upcoming elections, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is more nervous than him. Commenting on the political situation ahead of the 2027 UP Assembly elections, the SP MP said that voters were not confused about their choice but were instead unhappy with the functioning of the Yogi Adityanath government. People are not confused, but rather, they are upset with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths government. They have resolved to remove the BJP and Chief Minister Adityanath. They have also resolved to form a PDA government under the leadership of Akhilesh Yadav in the state. There is no confusion about this, the SP MP said. On Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharges remarks regarding the Election Commission, Awadhesh Prasad said, Kharge ji is saying this today. Our leader, Akhilesh ji, had said a long ago that the Election Commission was dead and had even sent a shroud for it. These are old statements. We have been saying this consistently, and our leaders have also been saying the same. Speaking about the INDIA Bloc and the political circumstances surrounding its meeting, the SP MP said the alliance had been created with an important objective and claimed that the meeting was taking place at a time when the countrys situation was very poor. Our countrys economic and foreign policies have come under the influence of the United States. As a result, inflation has increased, and farmers and workers are suffering. Students are being fired upon, and lathi charges are being carried out against them, he said. Peoples votes are being taken away. Dr B.R. Ambedkar gave millions of Dalits, backward communities, the disadvantaged, minorities and people across the country the right to vote. The BJP wants to take away this right and weaken democracy. Therefore, this meeting is very important and meaningful, Awadhesh Prasad said.
'Will accept whoever wants to join us': SP chief on Brij Bhushan Singh's remark
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 30 (IANS) Ahead of the Uttar Pradesh (UP) Assembly polls in 2027, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday said that he will accept anyone who wants to join the party. Akhilesh Yadav's remark was in response to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's remark that, Without Akhilesh, everything feels empty. Singh made the remark when asked about the ongoing seat-sharing deliberations between the Opposition allies, days after a Congress leader said that the party will contest at least 150 seats in the forthcoming 2027 Assembly elections in UP. Speaking to reporters, Akhilesh Yadav said: Whoever wants to join us, we will welcome and accept them. Meanwhile, SP leader Ambika Chaudhary referred to Brij Bhushan Singh as a senior leader and said: He is expressing what he believes is the public sentiment in the state. In particular, he is referring to the situation that emerged in Ayodhya following the allegations of donation-related irregularities. Earlier, Congress MP Imran Masood and SP MP Iqra Hasan were embroiled in a war of words after the latter reportedly said that only SP chief Akhilesh Yadav is capable of defeating the BJP in UP and suggested that the Congress could achieve little on its own. Speaking to IANS, Imran Masood hit back, saying, ...then dont form an alliance. Who is asking for it? Are we begging anyone? Let everyone do what they want. When a wedding procession sets out, there are many drummers, as well as people who dance and sing. Let these people dance and sing. We are focussed on our work. The Congress MP had earlier responded by insisting that Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is the only Opposition leader with a national reach capable of unsettling the BJP. Meanwhile, Akhilesh Yadav is currently undertaking a 'PDA Rath Yatra', which he had flagged off from Raebareli. The choice of the district by the SP to launch the campaign had also raised eyebrows, since Raebareli is the Lok Sabha constituency represented by LoP Rahul Gandhi.
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UP STF arrests Rajasthan man over Rs 11 crore hawala transfer to China
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 30 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has arrested a 30-year-old man from Rajasthan for allegedly assisting a Chinese national in transferring more than Rs 11 crore to China through hawala channels over a period of eight months, senior STF officials said. The accused, identified as Ganpat Lal Rajpurohit, a resident of Balotra in Rajasthan, was arrested from Karol Bagh in Delhi on Monday. His arrest is linked to a case registered at the Phase-2 police station in Gautam Buddha Nagar. According to the STF, the hawala transfers were carried out between December 2025 and July 2026. STF officials said Rajpurohit collected cash generated through under-invoicing carried out by two companies controlled by Chinese national Liao Longhui. The cash was subsequently handed over to hawala operators for being transferred to China. Investigators are now working to establish and trace the complete flow of money involved in the alleged transactions. The case originated with the STF's arrest on July 22 of Liao and two of his Indian associates, identified as Sanjeev Kumar and Kaushlendra, from Purvanchal Silver City Society in Gautam Buddha Nagar. According to the STF, Liao allegedly exercised control over two companies dealing in mobile accessories, which had been incorporated in the names of Indian citizens. The companies were allegedly used for financial transactions involving under-invoicing, the STF said. Investigators suspect that the arrangement was used to generate cash, which was subsequently moved through hawala channels for transfer to China. The STF further alleged that Liao had been staying in India without a valid visa. He also allegedly obtained an Aadhaar card using a fictitious identity, Samuel Lotha, with an address listed in Kohima, Nagaland. According to the STF, Liao's wife, Michelle, and his sister, Sarah, were assisting him from China. Rajpurohit allegedly came in contact with the two women while he was working in Delhi's Karol Bagh area. He subsequently became involved in the alleged hawala operation, officials said. The STF said employees working at one of the companies handed over cash to Rajpurohit. He would then deliver the money to hawala operators, who arranged for its transfer to China. During the arrest and subsequent investigation, the STF recovered Rs 8.20 lakh in cash, $100 and 36 Chinese yuan from Rajpurohit. Officials also recovered his passport, Aadhaar card, two PAN cards and five credit cards. The seized material also included bank cheque books, a cash memo booklet, GST registration documents related to KK Traders and visa-related forms, the STF said. The STF said that four accused persons have so far been arrested in connection with the case. The investigation into the hawala network is underway. Further details are awaited.
SP names Ram Gopal Yadav, Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani as RS candidates from UP
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 30 (IANS) The Samajwadi Party (SP) on Wednesday announced Ram Gopal Yadav and Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani as its two candidates for the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh. The two are scheduled to file their nominations later in the day in the presence of SP chief Akhilesh Yadav. The party took to X and made the announcement: Samajwadi Party's authorised Rajya Sabha candidates Prof. Ram Gopal Yadav and Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani will file their nomination papers at 11 am in the presence of the Honourable National President Akhilesh Yadav. The Rajya Sabha elections also come ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls. Ahead of the announcement, Uttar Pradesh Minister O.P. Rajbhar took to X and questioned whether the SP chief will make choices of candidates based on the 'PDA' slogan. Akhilesh ji, I've heard you're going to field three candidates for the Rajya Sabha. Tell me, will all three be from your PDA or not? The first one is Professor Sahab. He's from your PDA, P for family. Now, who will it be for D and A? Will there be some wealthy person for D? A criminal for A? Rajbhar questioned. Do tell, because all the backward class folks, Dalit brothers, and Muslim brothers want to know how you're scheming to send family, the wealthy, and criminals from your PDA to the upper house of Parliament, he said. The Minister also advised the SP chief to ot lose the second seat in the pursuit of three. Earlier on September 22, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the biennial elections for 11 Rajya Sabha seats, along with a by-election for one seat from West Bengal, on October 16. Of the 11 seats going to the polls in the biennial elections, 10 are from Uttar Pradesh, and one is from Uttarakhand. The West Bengal election will be held to fill a casual vacancy in the Upper House. According to the schedule announced by the Election Commission, the notification for the elections will be issued on September 29, while the last date for filing nominations will be October 6. The scrutiny of nominations will be conducted on October 7, followed by the last date for withdrawal of candidature on October 9. Polling for the Rajya Sabha seats will be held on October 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., while counting of votes will begin at 5 p.m. on the same day. In Uttar Pradesh, the terms of 10 sitting Rajya Sabha members are coming to an end. The members whose terms are expiring include Arun Singh, Geeta alias Chandraprabha, Brij Lal, Ram Gopal Yadav, Ramji Gautam, B.L. Verma, Seema Dwivedi, Dinesh Sharma and Hardeep Singh Puri.
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Shillong bodybuilder Ropmay bags two medals
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UP BJP to hold organisational meeting in Lucknow on October 1
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BJP declares names of six candidates for Uttar Pradesh MLC elections
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 29 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday announced its list of 10 candidates for the upcoming Legislative Council elections 2026 for two states Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The elections are scheduled in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar for the Graduate and Teachers' constituencies on October 23. In Uttar Pradesh, a total of 11 seats, comprising Graduate and Teachers' constituencies, are set to go to the polls next month. BJP announced names of six candidates on Tuesday, covering the constituencies namely Varanasi, Jhansi, Meerut, Agra, and Gorakhpur regions. It has fielded nominees Kedar Nath Singh from Varanasi Graduate, Dinesh Goyal from Meerut Graduate, Ashok Kumar Rathore from Allahabad-Jhansi Graduate, Dr Pramod Mishra from Varanasi Teachers', Engineer Hari Kishore Tiwari from Agra Teachers', and Dhruv Tripathi from Gorakhpur-Faizabad Teachers' constituency. The MLC election in Uttar Pradesh is being held as a direct contest between the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the BJP, with both taking to electioneering. Akhilesh Yadav-led SP has announced names of all 11 of its candidates for the MLC elections. The SP chief, declaring the list while speaking to the media in Lucknow on Monday, sought support for his party's candidates. Notably, the notification for the Legislative Council (MLC) elections in Uttar Pradesh was issued on Tuesday. The deadline for filing nominations is October 6, and the scrutiny of nomination papers will take place on October 7. Candidates may withdraw their nominations until October 9; voting will take place on October 23. The results for Uttar Pradesh MLC elections will be announced on October 27. In Bihar, the MLC elections are slated for eight seatsfour Graduate constituencies and four Teachers' constituencies. They include Patna, Darbhanga, Tirhut and Kosi Graduates, and Patna, Darbhanga, Tirhut and Saran Teachers. While announcing UP MLC candidates on Tuesday, BJP also released the names of its candidates for four Bihar Legislative Council seats for the upcoming biennial elections.
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