Dont need anything for myself, give jobs to my sons: Mathura
Akhilesh accuses BJP of having superficial and purely electoral faith
Lucknow: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday accused the ruling BJP of having superficial and purely electoral faith. Sharing a newspaper report on X about the alleged neglect of the Sankarshan Kund in Mathura, Yadav wrote, They say where there is cleanliness, God resides. But the BJP government has abandoned sacred symbols of faith, 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 .
News in Frames: Threads of ancestry
The Kaithi Lambadas of Telangana preserve a striking sartorial legacy born from survival in the wild and a migration journey that began in Mathura centuries ago
Navy Day celebrations in Thiruvananthapuram: Traffic arrangements in place on December 1, 3
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: As part of the Navy Day celebrations, the Indian Navy will hold a Naval Day Operation Demo at Shankhumukham at 4.30 pm on December 3. Ahead of the main event, a rehearsal programme will be held on December 1 starting at 4.30 pm. As a large crowd is expected, traffic arrangements will be implemented in the city from noon. City police commissioner Thomson Jose pointed out that the public has been allowed to attend the rehearsal as well, and everyone is required to follow the traffic arrangements announced for the day. Only vehicles with passes will be allowed to enter Shankhumukham and Vettucaud from areas, including Chackai, Kallummoodu, Stationkadavu, Valiyathura, Kumarichantha, and Madhavapuram. Passes will be checked, and parking will be available only as per the allocation. Special guests and media vehicles can enter Shankhumukham one hour before the event and must park in designated areas according to the QR code on their passes, said the commissioner. Vehicles arriving later must use alternative routes via Enchakkal, Kallummoodu, Ponnarapalam, Valiyathura, and the domestic airport. For the public without passes, parking has been arranged at multiple locations across the city. From these parking grounds, KSRTC buses will ferry spectators to Vettucaud to view the naval demonstration. Services will begin from 1 pm at a fixed ticket charge and return buses will be provided after the event. The police have informed that people coming from colleges or schools to watch the event must inform the traffic police in advance and confirm their parking arrangements. Airport or railway station travellers are asked to plan their journeys to reach on time. Those heading to the domestic airport should use the Valiyathura, Chackai Flyover, Enchakkal, Kallummoodu, Ponnaraalam, and Valiyathura routes to reach, and return via Sulaiman Street, Vallakkadavu, and Inchakkal. Vehicles going to the international airport should use the Chackai-Ananthapuri Hospital-Service Road route. All travellers must carry their flight tickets in the vehicle. The public is allowed to park only in designated parking areas. Vehicles parked illegally will be removed using recovery services and legal action will be taken. 2,500-3,000 police deployment will be in the city. After the event, spectators should return to the designated parking grounds by boarding KSRTC buses arranged at Vettucaud, avoiding traffic congestion, the commissioner said. Parking locations * Greenfield Stadium and University College, Karyavattom: For those coming from Kollam, Attingal, Pothencode, Sreekaryam * MG College ground: For those arriving via MC Road * Salvation Army, Sanskrit College, University College, University Campus, LMS grounds: For areas like Kowdiar, Peroorkada, Sasthamangalam * Poojappura ground, Jimmy George Indoor Stadium, KWA compound: For Thirumala, Kattakkada areas * Killippalam Boys School, Attukal ground, Homoeo College in Iranimuttom, Putharikandam: For Parassala, Neyyattinkara, Pappanamcode, Karamana * Lulu Mall, Anayara World Market, Karikkakam Temple: For Kovalam, Poonthura, Thiruvallam, Pettah, Enchakkal * Puthenthoppu Church, St Xaviers College: For Varkala, Kadakkavoor, Perumathura
Gadkari visits Barsana in Mathura, listens to Bhagwat Katha
MATHURA (UP), Nov 25: Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday visited Barsana in Mathura. During his more than three-hour-long stay, he listened to Bhagwat Katha, Radha Kant Shastri, the executive president of Maan Mandir Seva Sansthan, said. He also met Padma Shri saint Ramesh Baba. They discussed various religious and infrastructure-related issues. Gadkari also shared some infrastructure project stories with the saint, Shastri added. The minister also sought blessings at Radharani temple in Barsana. In [] The post Gadkari visits Barsana in Mathura, listens to Bhagwat Katha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari visits Mathura, offers prayers at Radha Rani Temple
Gadkari arrived by helicopter at the Mataji Gaushala premises in Barsana, where he performed gau sewa. He later took the ropeway to the Radha Rani Temple, bowed at the temple doorstep, and sought divine blessings.
Devpt of Meerut, Kanpur, Mathura to be integrated with their heritage: CM
Former ace cricketer a spoiler for RJD 1st family
LUCKNOW: Rameez Nemat, referred to by Lalu Prasads daughter Rohini Acharya during her public criticism of her brother Tejashwi Yadav and the family, has a strong connection to Uttar Pradesh. He hails from Bhangha Kalan village in Balrampur district and is the son-in-law of former MP Rizwan Zaheer. Local records show he has around 12 criminal cases registered against him, two of which were quashed, and he was jailed in a 2022 murder case. He is currently out on bail, and the court order in that case is expected on November 20. Another murder case was also registered against him in Kaushambi district, for which he was arrested in August 2024 and got bail in April 2025. Rameez is considered close to RJD leader Tejashwi and part of his core team. He has been an active manager of election campaigns and organisational work, especially social media, during the 2025 Assembly polls. After the Bihar results, the turmoil in Lalu Prasad Yadavs family has led to blame being placed on Tejashwis aides Sanjay Yadav and Rameez Nemat. Rameez studied at Delhi Public School, Mathura Road, completed his graduation in Political Science, earned an MBA from Jamia Millia Islamia, and moved into election management and digital strategy. His family has long lived in New Friends Colony, Delhi. Rameez married Zeba, daughter of Zaheer who is Niyamatullahs cousin after the 2017 UP elections and began living at Zaheers residence, which enhanced his local visibility. He was a cricketer and represented Delhi in Under-14, Under-16, and Under-19 teams before moving to Jharkhand, where he captained the Under-22 side in 200809.
Jayant Chaudhary elected unopposed as RLD chief at Mathura convention
Jayant Chaudhary has been elected unopposed as the national president of the Rashtriya Lok Dal. He affirmed the party's strong support for the NDA. Chaudhary emphasized the importance of championing the policies of his grandfather, Chaudhary Charan Singh, focusing on villages, farmers, and the poor. The party also plans to promote women's advancement and revive a closed sugar mill.
Uttar Pradesh govt to withdraw case against Mohammad Akhlaq lynching case accused
LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to withdraw the case against Mohammad Akhlaq lynching case accused. The 50-year-old Akhlaq, 50, was lynched by a mob over rumours of alleged cow slaughter and storing its meat at his home in Dadris Bisada village in Greater Noida in 2015. His son, Danish, was thrashed too, but he survived after spending several days in hospital. According to Gautam Buddha Nagar Additional District Government Counsel (ADGC), Bhag Singh Bhati, the withdrawal application, issued by the state government in connection with Mohammad Akhlaq Ahmeds case, was filed before the competent court on October 15. The court is yet to pass order on the application. It has rather fixed December 12 for hearing the matter, said Bhati. Bhati added that it was for the court to decide whether the case would be withdrawn or not. Until then, the trial would continue. So far, the testimony of the first prosecution witness the complainant and the deceaseds daughter, Shaista is underway, Bhati added. He also confirmed that all 15 accused facing trial in the case were currently out on bail. Meanwhile, Defence counsel, BR Sharma, also confirmed that withdrawal application was moved by government counsel in the court. Akhlaq and his son Danish had faced the mobs wrath on September 28, 2015, following an announcement from the village temple that he had slaughtered a cow. Both father and son were dragged out of their house and badly beaten up. Akhlaq, later, died at a Noida hospital, while Danish survived after undergoing major surgery to correct head injury inflicted by mobsters. Police had registered an FIR at Jarcha police station under sections 302 (murder), 307 (attempt to murder), 147 (rioting), 148 (rioting with deadly weapon), 149 (unlawful assembly), 323 (assault), 504 (intentional insult to disturb peace), of IPC. In 2015, 15 persons including Vishal Rana, son of a local BJP leader, and his cousin Shivam, were charge-sheeted as the main conspirators who led the mob to Akhlaqs house and assaulted the family. The meat recovered from Akhlaqs house was also sent to a forensic laboratory in Mathura for examination and the report had stated that it belonged to a cow or its progeny. Akhlaqs family, however, had alleged that the samples were switched. In 2016, a Surajpur court had ordered a separate FIR to be filed against Akhlaqs family for alleged cow slaughter.
HC to hear Mathura Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute on Dec 12
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court on Thursday fixed December 12 for the next hearing in the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah mosque dispute at Mathura. Justice Avnish Saxena fixed the next date after hearing counsels for the parties and granted last opportunity to file written statements in those cases, where they have not been filed. The Hindu 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 .
Man Posing As Agniveer Caught Stealing From Passengers At Mathura Cantt Station, Arrested
A man was arrested at Mathura Cantt for impersonating Agniveer army personnel and stealing from passengers. Fake IDs and army gear were seized by GRP officials.
10-year-old Dailt girl raped in U.P.s Mathura: Police
The incident took place on November 1 when the survivor and her sister were washing clothes near a well in their village, said police
UP Man Killed By Son, Nephew For Abusing His Minor Daughters: Cops
A 55-year-old man, who had allegedly been sexually abusing his minor daughters, was killed with a gun and sword by his son and nephew, both minors, in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh on Sunday, police said.
12 loaded wagons of freight train derail near Mathura in Uttar Pradesh
NEW DELHI: Twelve loaded wagons of a freight train derailed near Mathura in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday night, disrupting traffic on the Delhi-Mumbai route, officials said. No one was injured in the incident that occurred between Vrindavan Road station and Ajhai station, which comes under the Mathura-Palwal section of Agra Rail Division, at 8:24 PM, they said. As per preliminary information, 12 wagons are derailed, which have obstructed the down main line, UP main line, and third line. There is no report of any injury to any of the train's crew, an official said. These obstructions will severely impact train movements on the Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Kota route, he said.
Goods train derails in Mathura; Delhi to Agra, Jhansi routes suspended; rescue teams on way
Rare jewels not found as Mathuras Banke Bihari temple's treasury doors open after 54 years
Mathura's Banke Bihari temple's treasure rooms, sealed for 54 years, reopened to reveal gold and silver bars, gemstones, and precious coins. Priests reported finding these items in a long box, alongside utensils and other artifacts. The Supreme Court-appointed panel oversaw the exercise, with findings to be presented to them before the vaults were resealed.
Copper Coins, Gold Stick: What Was Found In Banke Bihari Temple's Treasury
The treasury of the Banke Bihari temple in Mathura, which had been locked since 1971, was opened for the second consecutive day to complete the remaining inspection work as per the directions of the Supreme Court-appointed high-powered committee
Mathura: Banke Bihari Temple's Treasury Room Opens After 54 Years
The Supreme Court, in its August 2025 order, had constituted a 12-member high-powered interim committee headed by retired Allahabad High Court judge Ashok Kumar to look after the day-to-day affairs of the temple
Armys Northern Command carries out multi-domain, multi-agency warfare exercise
NEW DELHI: The Indian Armys most committed Northern Command carried out a simulation of intense multi-domain, multi-agency exercises using futuristic conflict scenarios. According to a statement by the Army, the exercise challenged commanders, staff and troops with futuristic threats in cyber, space, electromagnetic and cognitive domains. The four-day exercise (13-16 October) named as Vidyut Vidhhwans concluded under the aegis of Headquarters (HQ) Northern Command, with new lessons, improved reflexes and setting of new benchmarks in Indias preparedness for next-generation conflicts. Among the tri-services, while there is a substantial deployment of the Army and Air Force, the Indian Navy also has its complements at select locations. The Army added further that Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), sister services, central government agencies and private sector players participated jointly, underscoring the importance of an integrated and whole of a nation approach to continuously evolving security landscape. Participation by indigenous defence industry players set a new benchmark, achieving Jointness, Atmanirbarta (self-reliance) and Innovation. In addition to the Jammu and Kashmir Police, the CAPFs include the Border Guarding Forces: Border Security Force (BSF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBPF), Shashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), mandated as the lead Internal Security Force. Troops of the Northeast-based Assam Rifles have also been deployed in the Jammu division for the CI/CT Task. The Northern Command handles borders with both China and Pakistan, including sensitive areas such as Kargil, Siachen, and Eastern Ladakh, where tensions with China continue due to the ongoing standoff. The spectrum of threats handled by Northern Command is not multi-domain, including the traditional border-related issues, long-standing counter terrorism/counter insurgency (CI/CT), but also the modern offence and defence spectrum, which includes the cyber, space and others, as mentioned earlier in the report. As brought out earlier by the TNIE , with Pakistan, India shares a total of 3,323 km border which is divided into three parts: the International Border (IB) (approximately 2,400 km from Gujarat to the north banks of Chenab in Akhnoor in Jammu), the Line of Control (LoC), (740 km long and runs from parts of Jammu to parts of Leh) and the Actual Ground Position Line (AGPL) (110 km long dividing the Siachen region extending from NJ 9842 to Indira Col in the north.) With China, the length of the border, as per the Ministry of Home is 3488km, which is not fully demarcated. There has been a dense deployment of troops in Eastern Ladakh since May 2020, which started with a standoff situation. Both in Pakistan and China borders we are strong: Army Vice Chief During the exercise, Troops deployed in the forward areas were practised in situations like cyber intrusion, spectrum saturation, electronic jamming, spoofing and cognitive attacks., the Army said. Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Northern Army Commander, while interacting with the troops, said, In modern warfare, the lines are blurring between domains, so we need to leverage niche technology and keep innovating. A whole of nation approach is required to protect our territorial integrity and critical assets and also unleash punitive action on adversaries if the situation so demands. Before taking charge as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Northern Command, General Pratik Sharma was at New Delhi based Army Headquarters as the Director General Military Operations (DGMO) followed by his elevation to the crucial post of Deputy Chief of Army Staff handling the strategy for the more than a million strong Indian Army, with the operations and intelligence directorates under him. As per the Army, initiated by the thoughtful dialogue during Samvad held at Mathura on October 4, the exercise demonstrated that readiness for future warfare begins with open minds and seamless teamwork. The Northern Command now stands better equipped, united and prepared to defend against emergent threats with strategic foresight and multi-domain synergy, said the Army.
Banke Bihari's treasury in Mathura opened its gates on Dhanteras after 54 years. A High Powered Committee, following a Supreme Court order, gained entry. The entire process was videographed with extensive security measures in place. This significant event marks the reopening of a treasury closed since 1971. Dhanteras, a day dedicated to wealth and prosperity, witnessed this historic moment.
Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah case: HC fixes next hearing on November 7
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court on Thursday fixed November 7 for the next hearing in the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah mosque dispute at Mathura. Justice Avinash Saxena fixed the next date after hearing counsels for the parties. The court verified the documents and asked the counsels for the parties to file their replies on pending applications. 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 .
J&K: Old Mortar Shell Defused in Kathua
JAMMU, Oct 13: Security forces detected and safely defused an old mortar shell found in Jammu and Kashmirs Kathua district, officials said. The shell was discovered in a farm land in Karol Mathura border village in the Hiranagar sector on Sunday evening following information provided by local residents, they said. A bomb disposal squad was [] The post J&K: Old Mortar Shell Defused in Kathua appeared first on Northlines .
Old Mortar Shell Defused In J&Ks Kathua
JAMMU, Oct 13: Security forces detected and safely defused an old mortar shell found in Jammu and Kashmirs Kathua district, officials said. The shell was discovered in a farm land in Karol Mathura border village in the Hiranagar sector on Sunday evening following information provided by local residents, they said. A bomb disposal squad was called to the spot, and the mortar shell was defused safely, the officials added. (Agencies) The post Old Mortar Shell Defused In J&Ks Kathua appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
In a village in Mathura district, women neither fast nor worship the moon on Karwa Chauth. The heartbreaking legend of a newly-widowed brides curse reveals why this centuries-old tradition was abandoned.
Stop burning Ravan's effigy: Lankesh Bhakt Mandal
Lankesh Bhakt Mandal in Mathura demands an end to Ravan effigy burning. The group considers this practice an insult to Sanatan Dharma. Members performed an aarti of Ravan's idol on the Yamuna river bank. They recited mantras seeking wisdom for society. The mandal president stated burning effigies causes pollution and accidents. He called it a sin.
HC dismisses plea to remove next friend in Krishna Janmabhoomi case
Prayagraj: In the Krishna Janmabhoomi legal dispute in Mathura, the Allahabad High Court has dismissed an application filed by Hindu side plaintiffs in suit No. 7 seeking the removal of Kaushal Kishore Thakur alias Kaushal Singh Tomar as the next friend of the deity, Shri Krishna Lala Virajman. Dismissing the application, Justice Ram Manohar Narayan 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 .
Auto Driver Arrested In UP For Raping, Killing Sex Worker In Mumbai: Cops
A 34-year-old autorickshaw driver was arrested from Uttar Pradesh' Mathura days after he allegedly raped and murdered a sex worker in Mumbai, officials said on Tuesday.
NEW DELHI: Chaitanyanand Saraswati, a self-styled godman accused of sexually harassing 17 female students at a private institute here, was taken to its campus on Monday for pointing out locations where he allegedly used to call his victims, police said. An associate of Saraswati, 38-year-old Hari Singh Kopkoti of Bageshwar in Uttarakhand, was also arrested for allegedly threatening the father of one of the victims on September 14. Saraswati, 62, was arrested early Sunday from a hotel in Agra and brought to the campus where he had earlier served as chairman. ... The accused was taken to the institute to point out the places, particularly his office and room where he stayed and used to call female students to meet him. A search was conducted to collect incriminating evidence, if any, a police officer said. He was asked about CCTVs on the campus and hostels, and cameras outside hostel bathrooms as well, whose footage was directly accessible on one of the mobile phones recovered from him, he said. Meanwhile, Kopkoti, who earns his livelihood through municipal work, admitted during interrogation that he had made the call at Saraswati's instructions using his own phone, and asked the complainant's father to withdraw the complaint, the officer said. He told police that he had come in contact with Saraswati last year, when he visited Delhi with an acquaintance, who was already known to the accused. The mobile phone used for the call was seized, and Kopkoti was bound down under sections 232 (Threatening any person to give false evidence) and 351(2) (Criminal intimidation) and released, police said. Saraswati was remanded to five-day police custody on Sunday. He is expected to be confronted with his three female aides working in different positions at the AICTE-approved Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management, the institute at the heart of the matter. The three women are accused of threatening students and forcing them to delete lewd messages sent by him. Police said Saraswati had been abroad since July, returning to India on August 6. After he was booked, a Lookout Circular (LOC) was issued to prevent him from leaving the country. While avoiding arrest, he reportedly shuttled between Vrindavan, Mathura, and Agra, using taxis and staying in budget hotels. He and his aides allegedly claimed links to the Prime Ministers Office to secure cooperation while evading authorities. Three mobile phones and an iPad were recovered from him, including a phone that gave him access to CCTV footage of the campus and hostels. Authorities have also frozen about Rs 8 crore in multiple bank accounts and fixed deposits linked to him. According to the FIR, he forced female students to visit his quarters late at night, sent inappropriate messages at odd hours, and monitored their movements via CCTV feeds. The Sringeri Sharada Peetham, which administers the institute through a governing council, had earlier ordered a comprehensive audit of SRISIIM by independent experts. The audit, it claimed, flagged several irregularities and illegalities, including fraud, forgery, cheating, and criminal breach of trust allegedly involving Saraswati and his associates.
29-Year-Old Trainee Doctor Dies After Jumping From High-Rise In Noida
Shiva was from Mathura and was pursuing an MBBS degree from a private college in Delhi, having joined the 2015 batch
President Murmu reaches Mathura for day-long visit aboard special, luxury Maharaja Express train
According to a statement from the President's office, her itinerary is packed with visits to prominent holy sites
Medical Coach, Private Lounge, 5 Suites: Inside President Murmu's Luxury Train Maharajas' Express
President Droupadi Murmu travelled from New Delhi to Mathura on Thursday morning aboard the Maharajas' Express, one of the world's most luxurious trains. The Indian Railways had deployed special coaches for her visit to Mathura.
UPITS 2025 set to showcase confluence of investment, innovation, and culture of Uttar Pradesh
LUCKNOW: The third edition of the UP International Trade Show (UPITS) is set to take off at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida on Thursday. Scheduled from September 25 to 29, the mega event will be inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi and will present Uttar Pradeshs industrial, agricultural, cultural, and innovation strengths on a global stage. More than just a platform for trade and investment, UPITS 2025 aims at creating a future-ready ecosystem for youth, entrepreneurs, and international delegates, while celebrating the states diverse identity through the confluence of craft, culture, and cuisine. The inaugural edition of the trade show in 2023 featured 1,914 exhibitors and 400 foreign buyers. The second edition expanded to 2,122 exhibitors, 350 foreign buyers, and five lakh visitors, generating export orders worth over Rs 2,200 crore and direct sales of Rs 40 crore. With more than double the growth in just two editions, the upcoming third edition is expected to attract over 2,500 exhibitors, 500 foreign buyers, and more than half a million visitors, reinforcing its status as a global platform for business and investment. A major highlight will be the One District One Product (ODOP) Pavilion in Hall No. 9, featuring 343 stalls dedicated to the signature products of each district. From Bhadohi carpets and Firozabad glasswork to Moradabad metalware and Saharanpur woodcraft, these displays will showcase the journey of Uttar Pradeshs craftsmanship from local to global. The pavilion will also create opportunities for networking, business collaborations, and partnerships involving startups, designers, and international buyers. Russia will participate in the tradeshow as the partner country. On September 26, the RussiaIndia Business Dialogue will bring together policymakers, industrialists, financial institutions, insurance firms, and academia from both nations. This dialogue will not only strengthen economic cooperation but also pave the way for technological partnerships, joint ventures, and new business opportunities in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The IT and Electronics Department will present a live demonstration of an AI model in a sprawling 200-square-meter pavilion. Designed with modern amenities, including a curved LED wall, smart video displays, a VIP lounge, and a dedicated startup zone, the pavilion will highlight cutting-edge technological innovations and reflect how the Yogi government has positioned Uttar Pradesh as a rising hub of enterprise, innovation, and digital excellence. Under the master exhibition layout, Halls 1 to 8 and 15 will serve as centres for B2B activities, while Halls 9, 10, and 12 will focus on B2C interactions, and Halls 11 and 14 will host both B2B and B2C activities. The ground floor will feature exhibits from UPSIDA, Invest UP, GNIDA, YEIDA, Civil Aviation, the Russia Pavilion, IT/ITES, Electrical-Electronics, Tourism, Clean Mission, ODOP, Agriculture, Dairy, Textiles, and Logistics. The second floor will serve as the venue for inaugurations, B2B meetings, knowledge sessions, showcases of renewable energy, defence manufacturing, health, education, and culture. There will be 25 food stalls dedicated to the cuisine of Uttar Pradesh on the Swad Uttar Pradesh theme. Visitors will be able to savour traditional delicacies such as Moradabadi dal, Banarasi paan and lassi, Panchhi petha, Jain shikanji, Mathura peda, and Khurjas khurchan. Under CM Yuva scheme, Hall No. 18A will host 150 innovative stalls featuring franchise-based ventures, technology-driven business models, agritech, healthtech, and startup ideas. On September 27, MoUs will be signed with 27 premier educational institutions. Bankers and industry leaders will extend financial and strategic support. CM Yuva Fellows from all 75 districts will also showcase local brands, amplified by a digital campaign and the platform conclave.cmyuva.org.in to connect youth with opportunities. Beyond business, UPITS 2025 will celebrate the cultural ethos of Uttar Pradesh. Visitors will be treated with performances of Bhojpuri, Awadhi, Bundeli, and Tharu folk traditions, along with soulful Sufi music, graceful Kathak performances and light music sessions. Star artistes, including Dinesh Lal Nirahua, Padmashree Malini Awasthi, and Pratibha Singh Baghel will add grandeur to the evenings.
Mathura Man Arrested For Threatening To Kill UP CM Yogi Adityanath On Social Media
A 27-year-old man was arrested in Mathura for allegedly threatening to kill Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath on a social media video over an alleged land dispute.
Man held for issuing death threat to Yogi Adityanath in video
MATHURA (UP): (Sep 19) A 27-year-old man who allegedly posted a video threatening to kill Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was arrested from his house in Mathura district on Friday, police said. The man, identified as Suneet alias Gatua, a resident of Nagla Hardayal under Mant police station limits, was seen in the video holding a country-made pistol to his head while issuing the threat, Superintendent of Police (Rural) Suresh Chandra Rawat said. A case was registered at Mant [] The post Man held for issuing death threat to Yogi Adityanath in video appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Treasury of Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan to be opened after 54 years
LUCKNOW: The treasury of Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan, Mathura, is set to open after 54 years. Located directly beneath the sanctum sanctorum, the seat of Banke Bihariji, the toshkhana (treasury) was last accessed in 1971, when precious jewellery was transferred to a bank for safety. As per the sources, the treasure comprises of rare artefacts, including a peacock necklace made of emeralds, Sahasra Phani, a silver Sheshnag, and navratnas (nine gems) in a golden kalash. The decision to open it was taken at a temple committee meeting on Thursday. A special committee, comprising temple management, civil judges, auditors, and police officers, will oversee the process to be videographed. According to the temple historians, the treasury, built in 1864, follows the Vaishnav tradition. The treasury houses offerings from the Bharatpur, Karauli, and Gwalior kingdoms, as well as sealed documents, gifts, letters of appreciation, land deeds, donated buildings, temples, and fields. The local sources claimed that the treasury was last opened in 1971 under the supervision of then temple committee president Pyarelal Goyal. Jewellery then removed from the treasury was sealed in a box and stored in a State Bank locker in Bhuteshwar, Mathura, with an inventory provided to all committee members. Though guarded vigilantly, the Banke Bihari temple treasury has a history of thefts. It has a history of being robbed twice during the British era in 1926 and 1936. Following such incidents, the main basement door was closed, leaving only a small window for offerings. Two prior attempts to open the treasury, in 2002 and 2004, were unsuccessful in the absence of official permission. The committee also approved changes in temple timings: summer morning aarti from 7:007:15 AM, evening darshan from 4:159:30 PM, and corresponding adjustments for winter. VIP passes will be discontinued, and all police and private security personnel will remain at their posts. Plans are underway to hire trained security or retired soldiers to enhance protection. The Banke Bihari Temple High-Power Management Committee meeting was attended by retired District Judge Mukesh Mishra, District Judge Vikas Kumar, Civil Judge Shipra Dubey, DM Chandra Prakash Singh, SSP Shlok Kumar, Commissioner Jag Pravesh, MVDA Vice Chairman Shyam Bahadur Singh, ASI archaeologist Dr Smita S Kumar, and sevayats Shailendra Goswami, Varadan Goswami, Dinesh Goswami, and Vijay Krishna Goswami Babbu.
Committee headed by ex-HC judge bans VIP passes at Mathura's Bankey Bihari temple
The committee has also initiated steps to improve financial transparency and infrastructure. It has requested for a special audit of the temple's finances
Uttar Pradesh reels under floods as rivers swell, IMD issues rain alert for 38 districts
LUCKNOW: With almost all major rivers in Uttar Pradesh flowing above the danger mark and floods continuing across several districts due to heavy rainfall, the Meteorological Department on Wednesday issued rain alerts for 38 districts, warning of heavy downpour in five and light rain in the remaining 33. The water levels of rivers, including the Ganga, Yamuna, Sharda, and Saryu are rising continuously, disrupting normal life across the state. Water released from the Hathini Kund Barrage has worsened the situation in Vrindavan, Mathura, where nearly half of the area is flood-affected. Floodwaters have even reached the Radha Vallabh and Banke Bihari temples. Moreover, the parikrama (circumambulation) path in Vrindavan has gone completely underwater. Normally, the distance between the Banke Bihari Temple and the Yamuna is about 600 metres, but now the floodwaters have closed in to just 100 metres. In Agra, the Yamuna flood has reached Hathi Ghat, with 2 to 3 feet of water blocking roads and halting traffic. The water level has now touched the boundary wall of the Taj Mahal. At the Bijnor Ganga Barrage, the Ravali embankment has also suffered damage due to erosion. Authorities from the irrigation and administration departments are working to control the situation, while traffic on the Delhi-Pauri highway has been suspended as a precaution. In Lakhimpur Kheri, floodwaters brought in a crocodile that killed a young man in Murghaha village while he was returning from his field. Villagers claimed at least four crocodiles were present in the drain, but the forest department has yet to respond. In Kannauj, central Uttar Pradesh, heavy rainfall on Monday afternoon led to the collapse of a 700-year-old tomb wall. The incident damaged three houses and buried five motorcycles under debris. In Prayagraj, floodwater entered residential areas, submerging over 1,000 houses in the Chhota Baghada locality. According to the Meteorological Department, Uttar Pradesh received 2.6 mm of rainfall in the past 24 hours, which is 56% below the average estimate of 5.9 mm. However, the seasonal rainfall since the beginning of the monsoon has reached 647.5 mm, nearly equal to the average of 647.3 mm, fulfilling the states rainfall quota so far.
Jamiat denies Madanis remarks on dialogue with RSS over Mathura, Gyanvapi mosques
Organisation clarifies that its president was misquoted; says legal authorities will decide on disputes
Delhi: Ramlila cards honouring army, air force, navy to replace Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman depictions
The Lav Kush Ramlila at Red Fort will showcase a Somnath Mandir replica. Invitation cards will feature the Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy. The Ramlila will use LED lights, 3D projection, and light shows. Political leaders and actors will participate. Artists from Gujarat, Kashi, Rajasthan, and Mathura-Vrindavan are working on the set.
Ready for engagement on Gyanvapi, Kashi and Mathura: Mahmood Madani backs RSS' suggestion
Maulana Mahmood Madani, President of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, has voiced his support for dialogue between Muslim communities and the RSS, welcoming Mohan Bhagwat's recent remarks on sensitive religious issues. Madani's organization has already passed a resolution favoring engagement to minimize differences.
RSS chief Bhagwats remarks on Mathura-Kashi are to shield BJP government from public anger: CPI(M)
CPI(M) Polit Bureau cites Bhagwats remarks that Muslims should give away the mosques in these two places for brotherhood
CPM slams RSS CM Bhagwat for remarks on Mathura, Kashi; calls speech unconstitutional and divisive
NEW DELHI: The Polit Bureau of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Friday strongly condemned a recent speech by Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat, alleging that his remarks reflect the organisations disregard for the Indian Constitution and violate the law of the land. In a statement, the CPM said that during his third-day address before a select audience in Delhi, Bhagwat sought to reignite the sensitive disputes surrounding Mathura and Kashi. The party claimed Bhagwat demanded that Muslims give away the mosques at these sites as a precondition for communal harmony, a move the CPM described as an attempt to provoke religious polarisation, divert public attention, and deepen communal divides. Following the demolition of the Babri Masjid, in which the RSS played a role, Parliament passed a law that prohibits any alteration to religious sites existing before 1947. This law mandates that the status quo must be maintained in Mathura, Kashi, and all other places of worship, irrespective of the claims made by majoritarian communal forces, the statement read. The CPM accused the RSS of using divisive rhetoric to shield the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government from growing public discontent in the run-up to elections. It has long been the practice of the RSS and its affiliated organisations to stoke communal tensions to distract citizens from deteriorating economic conditions. With rising US tariffs, a slowing economy, intensifying attacks on peasants and workers, and increasing evidence of electoral manipulation, the public is beginning to see the BJP governments failures more clearly, the CPM alleged. Calling for vigilance against the RSSs divisive agenda, the party urged citizens to protect the unity and integrity of the nation. This can only be achieved through broad-based resistance, uniting all sections of the people, it stated.
RSS chief on three kids rule, festival meat ban and Kashi-Mathura: Heres what Bhagwat stated
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that the organization will not support movements to reclaim temples in Kashi and Mathura, emphasizing that the Ram temple movement was the only one backed by the Sangh. He projected a conciliatory image, asserting Islam's place in India and Akhand Bharat's reality.
Speaking on Manusmriti, RSS chief urged religious leaders to come up with smriti that is appropriate for present times
Mohan Bhagwat presents benign, modern image of RSS; never suggested PM Modi should retire at 75
Mohan Bhagwat stated Islam will always have a place in India. He dismissed any rift with the BJP. Bhagwat clarified his stance on retirement age for politicians. He said RSS will not join movements for Kashi and Mathura. Bhagwat emphasized self-reliance amid US-India trade issues. He defended RSS's role in the freedom movement.
Vrindavan, Dwarka, Mathura, Govardhan, and Barsana are five sacred places where Krishna's presence is still felt. Each site carries timeless lessons of love, devotion, courage, and protection, keeping Lord Krishna's magic alive for millions of devotees.
Man Kidnaps 1-Year-Old, Rescued After 41-Hour Search In Mathura: Police
A one-year-old girl abducted from Mathura Junction railway station late Friday night was traced within 41 hours near Agra Cantonment station by the Government Railway Police.
UP man who used proxy for exam, landed CISF job and fled after being exposed, held after nine years
Rajasthan Police made an arrest. Omveer Singh secured a CISF constable job nine years ago. He used a proxy to take the examination. Authorities started an investigation. Omveer absconded. He was working as a village panchayat assistant in Mathura. He hid his past. Police arrested him from his residence with the help of local police.
Allahabad HC defers plea against ordinance for control of Bankey Bihari temple
The Allahabad High Court has postponed hearing a petition challenging the legality of an ordinance establishing a government trust to oversee the Shri Bankey Bihari Mandir in Mathura. The state raised an objection, stating that the ordinance is awaiting the Governor's approval after being passed by the state legislature.
Devotees throng temples across India to celebrate Shri Krishna Janmashtami
Across India, devotees celebrated Shri Krishna Janmashtami with immense enthusiasm. Temples were filled with bhajans, mantras, and sacred rituals, marking the birth of Lord Krishna. From Delhi's ISKCON temples to Mathura's Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, special prayers and performances took place, with political figures and artists participating in the festivities.
Spirit of Krishnas selfless karma is our strength, making us invincible, says CM Yogi
LUCKNOW: Reiterating the purpose of the 8th incarnation of Lord Vishnu as Shree Krishna to safeguard the virtuous and to destroy evil, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said Lord Krishna turned the battlefield into the land of 'Dharma'. The inspiration of Shri Krishnas selfless actions gives us strength. The spirit of Shri Krishnas selfless karma is our power, making us invincible. As long as this inspiration will remain with us, no one can harm us, said the CM. He was participating in the Janmashtami celebrations to mark the 5252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishan in Mathura on Saturday. Visiting the land of Lord Krishna for the 38th time during his tenure as CM, Yogi unveiled a Rs 30,000 crore master plan for the holistic development of the Braj region. The CM also inaugurated 118 projects worth Rs 646 crore. He said the master plan would connect pilgrimage sites like Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, and Gokul with the memories of 'Dwapar Yuga'. He said, Our government is committed to enrich the Braj region, thereby, respecting the sentiments of revered saints. We are making possible the works which were once considered impossible. Citing the example of Kashi Vishwanath Dham and the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya, he said that ten years ago, even imagining them seemed impossible, but today they have become a reality. In Kashi, where earlier not even 50 devotees could visit together, now 50,000 devotees can have darshan at once. In Ayodhya, the grand Ram Temple is reviving the memories of 'Treta Yuga'. Similarly, a grand corridor has also been completed at Vindhyavasini Dham. He also mentioned the ropeway facility in Barsana, calling it a great relief for the elderly. He said, This is the benefit of development, that we are continuously working for the convenience and safety of devotees. Later, addressing a gathering, Yogi said that Mathura reflected 5,000 years of ancient history and devotion. On Shri Krishna Janmashtami, devotees from across India and the world have converged here, he noted, adding that Lord Krishna resided in every particle of Mathuras sacred soil a devotion unparalleled anywhere else. I bow countless times to this holy land, he said. CM Yogi said he has had the privilege of joining celebrations like 'Rangotsav' and 'Janmashtami' in Mathura for several years. He stressed on Indias role to present spirituality blended beguilingly with modern development before the world. He added that the world was eager to study Indias spiritual legacy, which, in times of global crises, was the ultimate resort to lasting peace and harmony. The CM also mentioned the success of MahaKumbh-2025 which witnessed 67 crore devotees taking the holy dip in the confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati. Similarly, the double-engine government is working with full honesty for the uninterrupted flow and purity of Yamuna, he said. The Chief Minister noted that India has completed 78 years of independence, while highlighting PM Narendra Modis vision of new resolutions for the centenary in 2047. Referring to the recent 24-hour discussion in the UP Assembly, he said society and government must work together to make Uttar Pradesh prosperous and developed by 2047. CM Yogi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of 118 development projects worth Rs 646 crore for Mathura-Vrindavan. These included the inauguration of 80 projects worth about Rs 273 crore, and the foundation laying of 38 projects worth Rs 373 crores. These projects included beautification of Parikrama paths, entrance gates, restoration of kunds facilities for devotees, connectivity, water conservation, and environmental protection. Yogi also honoured the saints of the Braj region during his visit.
Happy Krishna Janmashtami wishes, images, quotes, greeting to share with your loved ones
Happy Krishna Janmashtami wishes Images messages, greetings: Janmashtami, Lord Krishna's birth celebration, spans two days this year. Celebrations are on August 15 and 16. Mathura and Vrindavan prepare for large festivities. Mathura expects over three million devotees. Homes and temples are being decorated. Devotees will fast and offer special prayers. Dance and drama performances will depict Krishnas life. Maharashtra will feature Dahi Handi events.
Mathura turns fortress; UP CM Adityanath to visit on Janmashtami
Mathura heightened security measures for Shri Krishna Janmashtami, deploying thousands of police personnel to manage the influx of devotees. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is scheduled to participate in the celebrations, inaugurate development projects, and offer prayers at Sri Krishna Janmasthan.
Mathura Preps For Janmashtami: Vehicle Entry Banned, Over 5,000 Personnel Deployed
Mathura and Vrindavan fortified for Janmashtami: 5,000 police deployed, 300+ CCTV cameras installed and heavy vehicles banned.
Raj Kundra offers kidney to Premanand Maharaj in Mathura, Shilpa Shetty left surprised
Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty and businessman Raj Kundra visited Mathura. They met spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj. Raj Kundra emotionally offered his kidney to the guru. This happened after learning about the guru's health condition. The guru acknowledged Kundra's goodwill. The couple's visit occurs amidst ongoing legal issues. They face allegations related to a financial dispute.
Video: 2 BJP MLAs Clash Inside UP Assembly, Akhilesh Yadav Reacts
Rajesh Chaudhary, a BJP MLA from Mathura, engaged in a heated argument with his party colleague from Varanasi, Saurabh Srivastava, during a discussion on 'Vision 2047'.
UP govt tables Shri Banke Bihari Temple Trust bill in UP Assembly
LUCKNOW: Advancing its plan for the proposed Banke Bihari Corridor in Vrindavan to manage the overwhelming crowds at the historic temple, the Uttar Pradesh government introduced the Shri Banke Bihari Temple Trust Bill on the third day of the Monsoon Session of the state Assembly on Wednesday. The bill stipulates the formation of a temple trust with complete authority over all offerings, donations, and both movable and immovable assets of the temple. This includes the idols housed within the premises, gifts and offerings made to the deities, assets provided for worship, rituals and ceremonies, and all cash, bank drafts, and cheques received for temple use. Additionally, temple property will include jewellery, grants, contributions, hundi collections, and associated assets. It is noteworthy that the Supreme Court of India, on Friday (8 August 2025), stayed the operation of the Banke Bihari Temple Trust Ordinance issued by the state government earlier this year. The ordinance, dated 26 May 2025, sought to place the administrative control of the temple under the newly-formed trust, pending a final decision by the High Court on its validity. The Supreme Courts August 8 order also proposed to amend its earlier 15 May judgement, which had permitted the UP government to use temple funds to acquire five acres of land around the temple for corridor development. Nonetheless, the state government proceeded to table the bill in the Assembly on Wednesday at 11 am, underscoring its intent to create a trust that honours the spiritual legacy of Swami Haridas. The government assured that all religious customs, festivals, rituals, and ceremonies would continue unchanged. The trust will be responsible for setting darshan timings, appointing priests, deciding their remuneration, ensuring the safety of devotees, and managing the day-to-day administration of the temple. Improved Facilities for Devotees The bill outlines the objective of providing world-class amenities to devotees. Proposed facilities include: Prasad distribution centres A dedicated darshan path for senior citizens and persons with disabilities Drinking water stations and resting benches Queue and access management kiosks Cow shelters, an Annakshetra , kitchens, hotels, inns, exhibition halls, canteens, and waiting rooms Structure of the Temple Trust As per the bill, the Shri Banke Bihari Temple Trust will consist of 18 members, 11 nominated and 7 ex-officio. Nominated Members: Three eminent representatives from Vaishnav traditions, sects, or peeths (sadhus, saints, gurus, scholars, mahants , acharyas , or swamis) Three eminent representatives from other Sanatan Dharma traditions (same criteria as above) Three distinguished individuals from any branch of Sanatan Dharma (such as scholars, educationists, entrepreneurs, professionals, or social workers) Two representatives from the Goswami tradition, direct descendants of Swami Haridas Ji (one each from Raj-Bhog Sevadaars and Shayan-Bhog Sevadaars ) All nominated members must be Sanatani Hindus and will serve a term of three years. Ex-Officio Members: District Magistrate of Mathura Senior Superintendent of Police, Mathura Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation CEO of the Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Kshetra Vikas Parishad CEO of the Banke Bihari Temple Trust One nominated representative of the state government In the event that any ex-officio nominee is a non-Hindu or does not subscribe to Sanatan Dharma, a junior officer will be appointed in their place. The trust is required to meet at least once every three months, with a minimum of 15 days' prior notice. Members will not be held personally liable for any decisions taken in good faith. The trust may independently purchase movable or immovable property up to a value of 20 lakh. Any acquisition exceeding this limit will require government approval. The Chief Executive Officer of the trust will be an officer of ADM (Additional District Magistrate) rank. This bill formalises the temples administrative framework while safeguarding its centuries-old religious traditions, offering a roadmap for improved governance and an enhanced experience for devotees.
Bill to form trust for Mathura's Banke Bihari temple introduced in Uttar Pradesh Assembly
The House was informed that devotees and visitors face great inconvenience due to the very narrow path leading up to the temple
Tiger kills farmer, injures forest guard in Bihar's Champaran
PATNA: An elderly man was killed and a forest guard was injured by a tiger before it was rescued by a forest department team in Bihars West Champaran district, officials said on Tuesday. The incident took place near Ghogha Ghat Khairahi village outside Valmikinagar Tiger Reserve (VTR) when a farmer identified as Mathura Mahto (67) was working in his field on Monday. Other farmers found Mahto missing when they noticed tiger pugmarks leading to the sugarcane field. They immediately alerted the forest department officials and patrolling guards who rushed to the spot and started searching for the missing man. The forest department team soon found the deceaseds body in a sugarcane field. However, search operation was hampered due to darkness, and it resumed around 7.30 am on Tuesday. The tiger, which was hiding in the sugarcane field, attacked one of the guards, causing serious injuries. He was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment where his condition is stated to be stable. The big cat was spotted near a forest and was subsequently neutralised. We have rescued the tiger, and it is under observation of a team of veterinary doctors, Dr. Neshamani K, VTR forest conservator-cum-field director, said. The tiger, considered to be old and anaemic, is believed to have entered Indian territory from Nepals Madi forest. Veterinary checks suggested that the big cat was unable to find wild prey due to his age and weaknesses, forcing it into human settlements. Dr. Neshamani said that the big cat was about 12-years-old and weak. Efforts are on to rehabilitate the tiger at Sanjay Gandhi Botanical Garden in Patna, he added. Authoritative sources said that VTR has registered an increase of 75 per cent in its population. At present, 54 tigers are residing at VTR. Located in the Bagaha subdivision of West Champaran district, the VTR is known for its rich biodiversity. It serves as a natural habitat for iconic species such as tigers, leopards, deer, blackbucks, and many others.
RLD seeks removal of UP minister from Yogi cabinet after he calls party 'spoiler' of alliances
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh sugarcane development and sugar industry minister Laxmi Narayan Chaudhary, an MLA from Chhata assembly constituency in Mathura, presented an embarrassing situation for his party and the state government by calling ally Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) a spoiler and saying any party that formed an alliance with it lost power. Consequently, the Jayant Chaudhary-led party upped the ante against the minister, demanding his removal from the Yogi cabinet. Notably, addressing a gathering in Mathura on Sunday, Chaudhary said any party that allied with the RLD was doomed and faced defeat in elections. In 2002, when the BJP, led by Rajnath Singh, formed an alliance with the RLD, it lost the Uttar Pradesh assembly election, Chaudhary claimed. Earlier, when the RLD joined the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government, the Narasimha Rao (Congress) government, or the VP Singh (National Front) government, all lost power in the subsequent elections, he added. In the 2024 Lok Sabha election, the BJP won 240 seats despite setting a target of 400, he remarked. The BJP had joined hands with a jinxed party, the RLD, in 2024, said the minister. Reacting to the statement on Tuesday, state minister Anil Kumar, an RLD MLA, said the statement of the senior BJP leader and a cabinet minister was baseless, unfounded and improper. The decision to stitch an alliance is the right and ambit of the central leadership of both the parties. Raising questions on alliance is not proper, said the minister, who joined the Yogi cabinet in 2024 after the RLD and BJP came together in UP and at the Centre. Similarly, RLD national general secretary Anil Dubey accused Chaudhary of trying to break the BJP-RLD alliance. He has no authority to speak on the alliance between the two parties. Its a matter between RLD chief Jayant Chaudhary and the BJP leadership. Rather than speaking on the political alliance, he should focus on the sugarcane farmers. He should ensure that farmers get arrears and the price of their crop, Dubey said. Chaudhary should be immediately sacked as minister, senior RLD leader and former minister Tejpal Singh said at a press conference. Singh said Laxmi Narayan Chaudhary started his political career in Lok Dal and was groomed by Chaudhary Charan Singh. He won an assembly election on the Lok Dal ticket but later defected to Congress in 1996, to the BSP in 2002, and to the BJP in 2017. He is a party hopper, Singh said. An influential Jat leader from west Uttar Pradesh, Chaudhary has represented the Chhata assembly constituency in Mathura district for five terms. Asked why Chaudhary attacked the RLD, a BJP leader said Chaudhary was irked after the RLD staked claim to his Chhata seat for the 2027 assembly election. Chaudhary is around 74 years old and may lose his claim to the party ticket in the 2027 assembly election, as the BJP has an unwritten rule about MPs and MLAs retiring at the age of 75, the BJP leader said, adding that he wants to promote family members from his traditional assembly seat.
Independence Day Long Weekend Trips: Top getaways near Delhi NCR for a quick escape
Independence Day 2025 Best Places to Visit Near Delhi Delhi NCR: This Independence Day long weekend offers a perfect opportunity to escape Delhi's hustle. Explore nearby destinations like Mathura-Vrindavan for spiritual retreats, Agra for historical sites, or Neemrana for luxurious stays. Jaipur's royal charm and Rishikesh's blend of adventure and spirituality provide diverse options for a memorable getaway, catering to varied interests and preferences.
Over 5 million devotees expected in Mathura for Janmashtami, security stepped up
Mathura (UP), Aug 10: The 5,252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna will be celebrated at midnight on August 16 in all major temples of Mathura, including the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple, and at the Thakur Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan. Nandgaon will mark the festivities on the night of August 17, officials said here on Sunday. District Magistrate Chandraprakash Singh and Senior Superintendent of Police Shlok Kumar said that while around 4.2 million devotees visited Mathura during Janmashtami last year, [] The post Over 5 million devotees expected in Mathura for Janmashtami, security stepped up appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Supreme Court stays UP's Bankey Bihari temple ordinance, forms panel led by ex-HC judge
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has put on hold parts of the Uttar Pradesh Shri Bankey Bihari Ji Temple Trust Ordinance, 2025, and directed the Allahabad High Court to quickly decide on petitions challenging the law, preferably within a year. A two-judge bench, led by Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi, declined to directly rule on the Ordinance but stayed its provisions that allow the state to form a trust to manage the temple. The court said affected parties should approach the high court instead. To ensure smooth temple operations, the Supreme Court set up a 12-member committee headed by retired Allahabad High Court judge Justice Ashok Kumar. This panel will oversee the daily functioning of the Shri Bankey Bihari Ji Maharaj Temple in Vrindavan, Mathura. The committee will handle essential services like clean drinking water, washrooms, seating, crowd management, and special facilities for the elderly, women, children, and disabled visitors. It will also plan the temples overall development and may negotiate land purchases for expansion. If needed, the state government must legally acquire the required land. The order came after Devendra Nath Goswami challenged the Ordinance, including a provision allowing the UP government to use temple funds to buy land for a corridor project. The courts decision ensures the temples management remains under judicial oversight until the high court decides on the case.
Video : Right-Wing MAGAstanis Go DotBuster Over An American Lady With A Bindi
While the Hinduphobic left-wing WOKEistanis are taking a nap, the right-wing Hinduphobic MAGAstanis have gone Dotbuster mode like in the 80s/90s over an Indian American Hindu lawyer, Mathura Sridharan, who has been appointed as solicitor general for the United States of Americas Ohio state by its Attorney General Dave Yost on Thursday, July 31. This []
Shahi Idgah dispute: Application in HC against its order on representative suit
Prayagraj: An application has been filed before the Allahabad High Court seeking quashing of the recent order declaring Suit No 17 filed on behalf of Lord Krishna Virajman as representative suit of all Hindu parties in the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi and Shahi Idgah dispute of Mathura. The petition filed on behalf of Kaushal Kishore Thakur 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 .
After SC rap, UP government says Banke Bihari Temple ordinance for better administration
NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh government informed the Supreme Court on Tuesday that its objective for enacting an ordinance for Banke Bihari Temple trust was aimed at better administration of the religious place at Vrindavan in Mathura. On August 4, the top court said it would keep in abeyance its May 15 nod to the ambitious scheme to develop the Shri Banke Bihari Temple Corridor at Vrindavan in Mathura for the benefit of devotees as key stakeholders were not heard. Appearing before a bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi, Additional Solicitor General KM Nataraj said the 2025 ordinance had nothing to do with the pending litigation of ownership of the temple administration. Let me clarify at the outset that the ordinance has nothing to do with the pending writ petition. There was a PIL filed for better administration of the temple before the high court and directions were passed, Nataraj said. He said the ordinance was issued for better administration of the temple which witnesses about two-three lakh devotees every week. The bench then told Nataraj that his arguments might be good, but could be made when the challenge to the ordinance is relegated to the high court. Nataraj handed over the proposal of the state government to the bench, which upon examination was found to be the same as suggested by the court on August 4. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for the petitioners, urged the bench to be allowed to give a proposal and suggestions on the issue of administration of temple by August 8. The petitioners have challenged the validity of Uttar Pradesh Shri Bankey Bihari Ji Temple Trust Ordinance, 2025, for reportedly taking over the management of the ancient temple and the recall of the top court's May 15 order. On May 15, the top court allowed an impleadment application filed by the state while paving the way for a Uttar Pradesh government scheme to develop the corridor. It allowed the state's plea to utilise the funds of the Banke Bihari temple only for the purchase of a five-acre land around the temple to create a holding area. The top court, however, said the land to be acquired for the purposes of development of the temple and the corridor should be in the name of the deity or the trust. The bench posted the matter for August 8 while allowing the petitioners to give their suggestions on the issue. On August 4, the bench deprecated the approach of the state government in moving the court in clandestine manner and questioned the hurry for enacting an ordinance. The top court has said that it would appoint an interim committee headed by a retired high court or district judge to manage the affairs of the temple in the interest of lakhs of devotees besides including the main stakeholders in the managing committee. It asked Nataraj to seek instruction and submit a proposal for administration of the temple and clarified that the court was at present not adjudicating the constitutionality of the ordinance and the high court will look into it. The plea before the bench, filed through advocate Tanvi Dubey, of the management committee of the Thakur Shree Banke Bihari Ji Maharaj Temple in Mathura, challenges the ordinance, which vested the control of the shrine's administration with the state.
Janmashtami 2025: How Is Krishnashtami Celebrated In Mathura And Vrindavan
Janmashtami is celebrated with utmost joy and fervour by the devotees of Lord Krishna. The day, also known as Krishna Janmashtami, Krishnashtami, Gokulashtami, Ashtami Rohini, Srikrishna Jayanti and Sree Jayanthi, marks the birth of Lord Krishna.
Major rivers flowing above danger mark in UP as incessant rains claim a dozen lives
LUCKNOW: At least five rivers in Uttar Pradesh are flowing above the danger mark and many others are in spate owing to the incessant heavy rains during the last 50 hours, which have claimed over a dozen lives so far. Continuous rainfall and overflowing rivers have triggered a major flood crisis affecting at least 20 districts, including Varanasi, Prayagraj, Mirzapur, Jhansi, Agra, Kanpur Dehat, and Kanpur Nagar. Rising water levels in the Ganga, Yamuna, and Chambal rivers have inundated hundreds of homes and cut off villages. Relief and rescue teams from the SDRF, NDRF, and PAC have been pressed into service in the worst-hit areas. The monsoon remains active in both eastern and western parts of UP due to a strong monsoon trough. Heavy rainfall has been reported in Lucknow prompting the District Magistrate to declare all schools from Classes 1 to 12 closed on Monday. Similar orders were issued in Sultanpur, where government and private schools up to Class 8 were shut. Eastern Uttar Pradesh recorded 18.4 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours, nearly 146% above the normal level of 7.5 mm. Western UP saw 8.2 mm of rainfall compared to an expected 7.2 mm, 14% above normal. The IMD has issued warnings of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall for over 60 districts. The Met department issued a red alert for very heavy rainfall in Siddharthnagar, Gonda, Balrampur, Shravasti, Bahraich, Lakhimpur Kheri, Sitapur, Mathura, Hathras, Agra, Bareilly, Pilibhit, Shahjahanpur, Sambhal, and Badaun. Alerts for heavy rain have also been issued in 40+ additional districts, including Lucknow, Kanpur, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Ayodhya, Moradabad, and Etawah. Lightning warnings are in effect for nearly the entire state. The flood situation is grim across the state with the Team 11, constituted by UP CM Yogi Adityanath, comprising ministers, on ground zero to oversee the rescue and relief. With the CM personally monitoring the situation, the flood relief and rescue operations intensified across the state. Varanasi, Prayagraj and Kanpur are among the worst-affected divisions. In Varanasi, families have been waiting for hours for their turn to perform the last rites of their near and dear ones at the ghats as rising waters of the swollen Ganga spilled on to the streets on Monday leaving the Manikarnika and Harishchandra ghat cremation grounds completely inundated. While pyres were being laid at the upper platform at Manikarnika Ghat, cremations took place in the streets near Harishchandra ghat. With the majority of the 84 ghats along the Ganga submerged, flood waters had been flowing on roads especially in upstream areas. The fury of the Ganga is not only gripping Kashi but also affecting the lives of thousands in neighbouring Ballia district as well. The fields with ready paddy crops are completely marooned in Ghazipur and Chandauli districts. In Prayagraj, with water levels of Ganga and Yamuna having breached the danger mark by around 50 centimetres at Naini, Phaphamau and Chhatnag, more than 107 wards of the district stood flooded forcing more and more residents to take refuge at makeshift flood relief camps. Over 1747 families, comprising 7500 people, have already moved to 18 relief camps, which are getting crowded by the day. The administration has deployed over 168 boats and one motorboat to rescue and assist flood victims. While the Ganga breached the danger mark in Ballia and Ghazipur, the Yamuna is above the danger mark in several areas, including Auraiya, Jalaun, Hamirpur, and Banda. The Betwa River is also overflowing in Hamirpur. According to Relief Commissioner Bhanu Chandra Goswami, 40 tehsils and 694 villages in 17 districts were in the grip of floods impacting over 1.16 lakh peopleall of whom have received assistance and moved to relief camps. Over 25,000 people and 4,682 cattle have been relocated. However, 11,386 hectares of land lie flooded. Relief is being delivered via 738 active boats, with 4,867 kept on standby. So far, 9,467 food packets and 1.18 lakh lunch packets have been distributed, while 39 langars (community kitchens) continue to serve fresh meals to those hit by rains and flood fury, added Goswami. With senior officials holding ground in sensitive and hypersensitive districts, 14 NDRF teams, 15 SDRF teams, and 48 PAC teams have been deployed across 57 districts to aid affected populations. Goswami said that a total of 924 flood shelters were housing 18,772 displaced individuals, all being attended to by 778 medical teams. Additionally, 1,193 flood posts were monitoring the situation, and 25,586 people were relocated to safer areas. The most-affected districts include Kanpur Nagar, Lakhimpur Kheri, Agra, Auraiya, Chitrakoot, Ballia, Banda, Ghazipur, Mirzapur, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Chandauli, Jalaun, Kanpur Dehat, Hamirpur, Etawah, and Fatehpur. Relief operations are underway at a rapid pace, with NDRF, SDRF, and PAC teams conducting continuous patrolling in affected areas.
Indian-origin lawyer named Ohios new solicitor general
NEW YORK, Aug 4: Indian-origin lawyer Mathura Sridharan has been named Ohios 12th solicitor general, the states top attorney for appeals in state and federal courts. Attorney General Dave Yost said in a statement last week that he proudly selected Sridharan for the role following the departure of her predecessor, Elliot Gaiser, who President Donald Trump tapped to lead the US Department of Justices Office of Legal Counsel. Mathura is a relentless defender of Ohioans, a champion of federalism and [] The post Indian-origin lawyer named Ohios new solicitor general appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
