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Rajasthan: Mother throws 3-year-old girl in lake after partners taunts

In a shocking incident, a woman allegedly threw her three-year-old daughter into a lake in Rajasthans Ajmer district on Wednesday, September 17, after constant taunts by her live-in partner. According to the police, 28-year-old Anjali, hailing from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, was living with Alkesh after separating from her husband, with whom she had a 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 .

The Siasat Daily 18 Sep 2025 7:45 pm

Sub-Inspector Beaten, Robbed Of Cash By Group Of Lawyers At Varanasi Court, Video Is Viral

A sub-inspector in Varanasi was allegedly assaulted by a group of lawyers on court premises over a land dispute. He claimed he was beaten unconscious and robbed.

News18 17 Sep 2025 3:06 pm

Principal shot dead, woman teacher injured in chain snatching bid by bike-borne assailants in UP

BALLIA: A 57-year-old principal of a government school was shot dead while a woman teacher was injured after three motorcycle-borne assailants allegedly tried to snatch his gold chain, police said on Wednesday. The incident took place on Tuesday when Devendra Yadav was returning home on a motorcycle along with assistant teacher Kanchan Singh after attending a school cluster meeting in a government school in Deoria district. When the duo reached near Sahunpur village, the assailants intercepted them, snatched Yadav's gold chain and opened fire when he resisted. Both were rushed to the community health centre in Siar from where Yadav was referred to Ballia, then to Mau, and finally to the trauma centre in Varanasi. He succumbed to injuries on the way to Varanasi late Tuesday evening, police said. Superintendent of Police Omveer Singh said an FIR is being registered. Four police teams have been formed to probe the incident, and efforts are on to trace those involved in the incident using surveillance, CCTV footage and manual intelligence inputs.

The New Indian Express 17 Sep 2025 11:28 am

On PM Modis bday, VMC to launch Rs111cr projects in city

The Times of India 17 Sep 2025 2:44 am

Residential training for lab technicians gets underway

The Times of India 17 Sep 2025 12:39 am

DRM inspects Varanasi division for operational alertness

The Times of India 17 Sep 2025 12:37 am

Thief nabbed in Bhadohi encounter

The Times of India 17 Sep 2025 12:36 am

SI critical after group of lawyers attack police team

The Times of India 17 Sep 2025 12:34 am

Digital Nari empowers rural women

The Times of India 17 Sep 2025 12:34 am

SP MLA gets 1-year RI in 2006 case

The Times of India 17 Sep 2025 12:33 am

BHUs new measures to boost faculty productivity, research

The Times of India 17 Sep 2025 12:24 am

Projects Worth Rs 111 Crore To Be Inaugurated On PM Modi's Birthday In Varanasi

On the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of projects worth Rs 111 crore here.

NDTV 16 Sep 2025 11:46 pm

Varanasi to Mark Modis 75th Birthday With Rs 111 crore Projects, Rituals

City to host inaugurations, cultural events and religious ceremonies as part of celebrations

Deccan Chronicle 16 Sep 2025 4:02 pm

Full Thali For Just Rs 22.50 Across 17 UP Cities As Yogi Govt Expands Annapurna Canteens

In its first phase, five Annapurna canteens will be opened in each of the six largest cities - Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, Ghaziabad, Agra and Prayagraj

News18 16 Sep 2025 2:55 pm

UP: 19-year-old NEET aspirant shot dead by cattle smugglers in Gorakhpur; villagers clash with police

In Gorakhpur's Mauachapi village, a villager died after confronting cattle smugglers. According to SSP Raj Karan Nayyar, villagers chased the smugglers, leading to a youth being taken in their vehicle and later pushed out, resulting in fatal head injuries. Police have registered a case and are conducting investigations, dismissing rumors of a bullet injury.

The Times of India 16 Sep 2025 1:55 pm

Viral picture shows Huma Qureshi getting engaged to boyfriend. Who is Varanasi-born Rachit Singh? His career and accomplishments

Huma Qureshi is making headlines after a viral photo with long-time boyfriend Rachit Singh sparked engagement rumours. While there's no official confirmation, their recent public appearances and close bond have fans buzzing. Meanwhile, Humas film Bayaan premiered at TIFF 2025, and she will next be seen in Jolly LLB 3.

The Economic Times 16 Sep 2025 10:52 am

1.38L rural women in Kashi empowered through SHGs

The Times of India 16 Sep 2025 2:44 am

Pt Chhannulal Mishra health better: Hosp

The Times of India 16 Sep 2025 12:18 am

Arms smuggler arrested in Chandauli

The Times of India 16 Sep 2025 12:15 am

Uttar Pradesh crash: 4 pilgrims dead, several injured as bus collides with truck on Lucknow-Varanasi Highway

A tragic accident on the Lucknow-Varanasi National Highway claimed the lives of four pilgrims and left nine others seriously injured. The bus, carrying 50 devotees from Ayodhya to Varanasi, collided with a truck near Sihipur village around 5 am. The collision occurred when the bus driver attempted to overtake the truck, resulting in extensive damage and casualties.

The Times of India 15 Sep 2025 10:45 am

Road Crash in UP Leaves Four Pilgrims Dead

Superintendent of Police, Jaunpur, Dr Kaustubh said the incident took place on the Lucknow-Varanasi National Highway in Sihipur village.

Deccan Chronicle 15 Sep 2025 10:01 am

Ganga flowed close to danger mark for longer this yr

The Times of India 15 Sep 2025 5:05 am

Pt Chhannulal Mishra shifted to BHU hosp

The Times of India 15 Sep 2025 2:38 am

Two brothers shot dead over property dispute in Jaunpur

The Times of India 15 Sep 2025 12:12 am

BHUs 105th convocation on December 12

The Times of India 15 Sep 2025 12:09 am

Padma Vibhushan awardee Pandit Chhannulal Mishra admitted to BHU hospital in critical condition

LUCKNOW: Prominent classical vocalist Padma Vibhushan Pandit Chhannulal Mishra, who had not been keeping well for the last seven months, was shifted to the ICU of Sir Sunder Lal Hospital of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in Varanasi, following a sharp deterioration in his health condition late on Saturday night. A medical bulletin issued by SSL Hospital on the health condition of the veteran vocalist on Sunday evening stated, Mishra, 89, was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) under the Department of Medicine of the hospital after being brought here at 11 pm on Saturday with fever and shortness of breath. So far, he had been receiving treatment at Ramkrishna Seva Ashram Hospital in Mirzapur. He has been unwell for the past seven months and is being treated for Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Osteoarthritis, and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). During this illness, he developed bed sores, complicated by septicaemia, and has been currently diagnosed with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) also. On Sunday, Mishra was put on non-invasive ventilator support and received appropriate antibiotic therapy, insulin, and other supportive treatment measures. His vital parameters have started showing signs of stabilisation, said the hospital sources, mentioning all necessary medical care being imparted to Mishra and claiming that a team of specialist doctors were monitoring his condition closely. Before the hospital released this bulletin, BHU Vice-Chancellor Prof Ajit Chaturvedi visited ICU's bed-15 in the Super Specialty Block to see Mishra and sought details on the ailments diagnosed and also his condition. Initially, Mishra was admitted to Ramakrishna Mission Sevashram Hospital in Mirzapur, two days ago, but a sharp deterioration in his health condition prompted doctors to refer him to BHU. Immediately after his admission to the ICU of SSL Hospital, the director of the Institute of Medical Science BHU, Prof SN Sankhwar, started monitoring the treatment protocol after mobilising the teams of doctors and paramedical staff in the emergency, cardiology, chest, and other departments. Padma Vibhushan Pandit Chhannulal Mishra had been one of the proposers of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Varanasi at the time of filing nomination papers for the 2014 Lok Sabha polls. Mishra was conferred with Padma Vibhushan in 2020, while he had received Padma Bhushan in 2010. He was also one of the Navratnas nominated by PM Modi for the Swachh Bharat Campaign in 2015.

The New Indian Express 14 Sep 2025 8:49 pm

Just the way Indian Army defeated Pak Army: Indian cricket fans pray for team India's victory against Pakistan in Asia Cup

Ahead of the Asia Cup match, Varanasi fans performed aarti for India's win against Pakistan. A fan linked the match to military victories. Asaduddin Owaisi criticized the BJP for allowing the match after the Pahalgam attack. He questioned if match revenue outweighs the loss of lives. Anger stems from the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Economic Times 14 Sep 2025 10:09 am

J&K Bank strengthens corporate ties through customer meets in Delhi Zone

Excelsior Correspondent DELHI, Sept 13: Jammu & Kashmir Bank organized a series of corporate customer meets across the Delhi zone, reinforcing its engagement with corporate clients and addressing their evolving business needs. The meetings were held in Badohi, Allahabad, and Varanasi over the past two days. The sessions were chaired by MD & CEO Amitava Chatterjee and attended by General Manager & Divisional Head (ROI) Khursheed Muzaffar, Cluster Head (Lucknow) Ashok Kumar, besides other senior officials of the Bank. A [] The post J&K Bank strengthens corporate ties through customer meets in Delhi Zone appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 14 Sep 2025 6:00 am

LG highlights need for linguistic harmony to faster national unity

Excelsior Correspondent VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH, Sept 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the Bhartiya Bhasha Samagam, organised by Hindustan Samachar Group, at Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, here. In his keynote address, the Lieutenant Governor spoke on the linguistic harmony and mutual respect and understanding of diverse languages and dialects to foster national unity and inclusive growth. A linguistically harmonious society lays the foundation for rapid socio-economic growth, strengthens the social bonds and promotes social equality. Linguistic diversity preserves cultural [] The post LG highlights need for linguistic harmony to faster national unity appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 14 Sep 2025 5:59 am

BHU donates ancient Ganga valley pottery to maritime museum

The Times of India 14 Sep 2025 5:32 am

IIT-BHU, govt officials discuss Vision 2047

The Times of India 14 Sep 2025 2:47 am

Forgive me, Maa: 20-year-old youth ends life in Gorakhpur

The Times of India 13 Sep 2025 11:03 pm

Gym tiff snowballs into gunfire in Sultanpur

The Times of India 13 Sep 2025 11:00 pm

Fake branded salt unit busted

The Times of India 13 Sep 2025 11:00 pm

Lieutenant Governor addresses Bhartiya Bhasha Samagam organised by Hindusthan Samachar Group at Varanasi

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, September 13: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed the Bhartiya Bhasha Samagam, organised by Hindusthan Samachar Group, at Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi. In his keynote address, the Lieutenant Governor spoke on the linguistic harmony and mutual respect and understanding of diverse languages and dialects to foster national unity and inclusive [] The post Lieutenant Governor addresses Bhartiya Bhasha Samagam organised by Hindusthan Samachar Group at Varanasi appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 13 Sep 2025 9:38 pm

LG Addresses Bhartiya Bhasha Samagam Organised By Hindusthan Samachar Group At Varanasi

Varanasi, Sept 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the Bhartiya Bhasha Samagam, organised by Hindusthan Samachar Group, at Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi. In his keynote address, the Lieutenant Governor spoke on the linguistic harmony and mutual respect and understanding of diverse languages and dialects to foster national unity and inclusive growth. A linguistically harmonious society lays the foundation for rapid socio-economic growth, strengthens the social bonds and promotes social equality. Linguistic diversity preserves cultural heritage and enables people [] The post LG Addresses Bhartiya Bhasha Samagam Organised By Hindusthan Samachar Group At Varanasi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 13 Sep 2025 9:36 pm

Romanian Phd Student At BHU Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances

A Romanian student pursuing a PhD in Indian Philosophy at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) was found dead under suspicious circumstances at her rented accommodation in Varanasi, police said on Saturday.

NDTV 13 Sep 2025 8:28 pm

Inter railway vigilance team holds meeting to enhance railway operations and monitor employee conduct

An Inter Railway Vigilance Team, led by Kuldeep Kumar Jain, convened with North Eastern Railway officials in Varanasi to discuss enhancing railway operations and employee conduct. The meeting focused on improving vigilance, fostering innovation, and ensuring transparency through digital methods. Discussions included addressing vigilance issues, preventing corruption, and promoting accountability within the railway system.

The Times of India 13 Sep 2025 2:44 pm

IIVR signs MoU with FPOs for quality seedling production

The Times of India 13 Sep 2025 1:33 am

Workshop on research at Gorakhpur AIIMS

The Times of India 13 Sep 2025 1:33 am

BJP worker dies in police lathicharge

The Times of India 13 Sep 2025 1:33 am

Conference on advanced physics at BHU to foster research

The Times of India 13 Sep 2025 12:46 am

Rly Board member reviews BLW production process

The Times of India 13 Sep 2025 12:45 am

Bharat Gaurav train to Varanasi on October 5

The Hindu 12 Sep 2025 6:06 pm

Mauritius PM Visited Varanasi, But Here's Why Bihar Village Celebrated With Sweets

Though their hopes for a visit went unmet, villagers take pride in Harigaon producing two Mauritius PMs: Navinchandra Ramgoolam and his father, Sir Shivsagar Ramgoolam

News18 12 Sep 2025 2:14 pm

Mauritius PM Ramgoolam offers prayers at Kashi Vishwanath Temple

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday described the visit of Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi as a powerful testament to the deep cultural and civilisational ties between India and Mauritius. his visit was was followed by a bilateral meeting, the signing of MoUs.

Mid Day 12 Sep 2025 2:12 pm

'Sabnike pranaam': MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal greets Mauritius PM, delegation in Bhojpuri - watch video

External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal welcomed Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi, speaking in Bhojpuri to highlight the deep cultural ties. Prime Minister Modi emphasized the spiritual connection between the two nations, rooted in shared traditions. The leaders discussed enhanced cooperation in various sectors, reinforcing the strategic partnership and India's commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' policy.

The Times of India 12 Sep 2025 12:46 pm

Mauritius PM Ramgoolam visits Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi

Mauritius Prime Minister Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, on a state visit to India, visited Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi on Friday. He is set to visit the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya later today, where Uttar Pradesh officials have prepared a red-carpet welcome and elaborate security arrangements for the high-profile visit.

Mid Day 12 Sep 2025 11:36 am

Uttar Pradesh Congress president alleges house arrest during PM Modis Varanasi tour

Around 100 Congress and Samajwadi Party (SP) workers were also put under house arrest in Varanasi to stop a proposed protest against alleged vote fraud in the Prime Ministers presence in Varanasi.

The Hindu 12 Sep 2025 7:06 am

Mauritius PM participate in Ganga Aarti at Varanasi

VARANASI, Sep 11: Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam participated in famous Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh ghat here on Thursday evening. Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam arrived at Dashaswamedh Ghat by Vivekananda Cruise from Ravidas ghat. He participated in Ganga Aarti along with his wife and 70 delegates . This time Aarti is being performed on the rooftop due to floods. The PM of Mauritius offered flowers to the Ganga and took her blessings. He captured these moments on his mobile and [] The post Mauritius PM participate in Ganga Aarti at Varanasi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 12 Sep 2025 5:54 am

India announces $690 mn package for Mauritius

The Times of India 12 Sep 2025 4:24 am

Experts set to brainstorm on roadmap for Vision 2047

The Times of India 12 Sep 2025 12:10 am

Gratitude essence of Sanatan Dharma: Yogi

The Times of India 12 Sep 2025 12:07 am

Foreign guests view Ganga Aarti from cruise

The Times of India 12 Sep 2025 12:07 am

Our ties based on shared values & common vision: Ramgoolam

The Times of India 12 Sep 2025 12:06 am

Three criminals arrested after encounter in Varanasi

The Times of India 12 Sep 2025 12:00 am

India announces USD 680 million special economic package for Mauritius; two sides ink 7 pacts

India has pledged a substantial USD 680 million economic package to Mauritius, reinforcing their partnership through seven new agreements spanning maritime security, education, and space research. Prime Minister Modi, hosting his Mauritian counterpart in Varanasi, emphasized the shared priority of a secure Indian Ocean and highlighted the deep cultural ties, describing the nations as a family.

The Economic Times 11 Sep 2025 8:03 pm

Varanasi encounter: Police nab 3 criminals, 2 injured in shootout; truck robbery gang exposed

In a significant operation, Badagaon police apprehended three criminals near Harhua and Koirajpur underpass following an encounter. Two suspects sustained bullet injuries during the exchange of fire, leading to their hospitalization. Authorities recovered a car, firearm, and a stolen mobile phone, revealing the gang's involvement in highway robberies targeting truck drivers.

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 3:46 pm

Archaeological potsherds from Ganga valley sent for display at National Maritime Heritage Museum

Banaras Hindu University's Department of Ancient Indian History, Culture, and Archaeology has donated significant pottery shards from the Ganga Valley to the National Maritime Heritage Museum, Lothal. These artifacts, dating from 1200 BCE to 800 CE, represent Painted Grey Ware, Grey Ware, Black Slipped Ware, and Red Ware.

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 3:19 pm

PM Modi Meets Mauritius Counterpart In Varanasi For Bilateral Talks: 10 Key Highlights

Four MoUs were signed between PM Narendra Modi and Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi

Bloomberg Quint 11 Sep 2025 2:26 pm

India, Mauritius to work towards facilitating bilateral trade in local currencies: PM Modi

Narendra Modi and his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam held talks in Varanasi

The Hindu 11 Sep 2025 2:23 pm

UP Congress chief alleges police intrusion, house arrests ahead of PM Modi's Varanasi visit

LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai alleged that a team of police officers entered his Lucknow hotel room late on Wednesday night while he was asleep, informing him that he was being placed under house arrest ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Varanasi. Along with Rai, around 200 Congress and Samajwadi Party workers were also put under house arrest in Varanasi and adjoining areas to prevent a proposed protest against alleged vote fraud in the Prime Ministers presence. According to police sources, officers entered Rais room and told him not to travel to Varanasi. Taken aback by the late-night intrusion, Rai expressed strong displeasure, questioning why they had come at such an odd hour and telling the inspector that it was not the right time to visit a leaders private room. After a short conversation, Rai asked the police personnel to leave his room and immediately shut the door, signalling his protest. Officials claimed the move was a precautionary measure ahead of the Prime Ministers visit to Kashi on Thursday morning. Besides Rais confinement, around 200 leaders and workers of the Congress and Samajwadi Party were placed under house arrest across Varanasi and nearby areas. The state government took the step to avert the proposed protest by the two parties against what they alleged was vote theft by the Election Commission at the behest of the Centre. Anticipating demonstrations, police tightened security and moved swiftly to prevent any gatherings. Reacting to the late-night action, Rai took to the microblogging site X to criticise the government. Sending the police to stop opposition workers, locking leaders inside their rooms, and muzzling voices will not protect those responsible for vote theft. Every Congress worker will continue to fight, taking the message from streets to villages, and will keep challenging Modi over the issue of stolen votes, he posted. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi arrived in his parliamentary constituency on Thursday forenoon, leading a 3-km-long roadshow from the police lines to Hotel Taj, where he welcomed Mauritius Prime Minister Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, who is on the second day of his India visit. The two leaders are scheduled to hold bilateral talks before attending cultural events together. In the evening, Dr Ramgoolam will take a cruise from Namo Ghat to Dashashwamedh Ghat to witness the world-famous Ganga Aarti, accompanied by Indian officials. To honour the visiting dignitary, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has organised a dinner.

The New Indian Express 11 Sep 2025 1:48 pm

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Mauritian PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi, says, 'both nations are family-like'-10 key takeways

PM modi is on a one-day state visit to Varanasi, his parliamentary constituency. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Thursday, September 11. Here are 10 key points from this meet.

DNA India 11 Sep 2025 1:38 pm

Modi in Varanasi, Meets Mauritius Counterpart

Modi and Ramgoolam are expected to hold discussions on crucial matters of bilateral cooperation, with a particular focus on development partnership and capacity building

Deccan Chronicle 11 Sep 2025 12:31 pm

PM Modi meets with visiting Mauritius counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi; stage set for key talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi for bilateral talks, focusing on strengthening cooperation in development, capacity building, and various sectors like health, education, and renewable energy. This meeting follows Modi's visit to Mauritius in March 2025, where the relationship was elevated to an enhanced strategic partnership.

The Economic Times 11 Sep 2025 12:18 pm

PM Modi, visiting Mauritius PM Ramgoolam all set for bilateral talks in Varanasi

Prime Minister Modi is set to host Mauritian Prime Minister Ramgoolam in Varanasi for a bilateral meeting emphasising development and regional cooperation. Discussions will span health, education, energy and emerging sectors like renewable energy. Ramgoolam's visit includes cultural events, highlighting the deep ties between the two nations.

The Economic Times 11 Sep 2025 10:55 am

UP Political Storm: PM Modis Varanasi visit sparks tensions, Congresss Ajay Rai placed under house arrest

Political temperatures soared in Uttar Pradesh late Wednesday night as Congress state president Ajay Rai was placed under house arrest in Lucknow, just hours before Prime Minister Narendra Modis scheduled visit to Varanasi and a key bilateral ...

Web Dunia 11 Sep 2025 9:59 am

Guv welcomes Mauritius PM on 3-day visit to Kashi

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 4:13 am

Mahants worked to erase symbols of slavery: Yogi

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 2:40 am

Top officials review security at Indo-Nepal border

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 1:10 am

Pantjis steps visionary: Yogi on UP first CMs birth anniv

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 1:09 am

CM for strict action against land-grabbers

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 1:00 am

Bhagwat Katha teaches devotion to followers: Yogi

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 12:58 am

BJPs grand show for PM Modi today

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 12:34 am

Demand for action in acid attack victims death in Ballia

The Times of India 11 Sep 2025 12:31 am

PM Modi to conduct aerial survey of Uttarakhand's disaster-hit areas on September 11

DEHRADUN: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to conduct an aerial survey of Uttarakhand's disaster-stricken mountainous regions on Thursday, assessing the extensive damage caused by this year's relentless monsoon rains and related calamities. According to government sources, PM Modi will arrive in Dehradun after attending an event in Varanasi. He is expected to undertake an aerial survey of the disaster and flood-hit areas around 4:15 pm. Following this, at 5 pm, the Prime Minister will hold a high-level review meeting with state officials at Jolly Grant Airport to discuss the relief and rehabilitation efforts. On Wednesday afternoon, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited Jolly Grant Airport to personally oversee preparations for the Prime Minister's visit, instructing officials to ensure all arrangements are made in a timely and meticulous manner. CM Dhami highlighted the Prime Minister's deep connection with the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a special affection for Uttarakhand. This is why, during this difficult time of disaster, the state has continuously received his unwavering support and guidance. His arrival will further strengthen disaster relief efforts in Uttarakhand, Dhami stated. This year, Uttarakhand has suffered extensive damage due to excessive rainfall and widespread flooding. There is a strong expectation that the central government will provide a substantial economic package to the state for disaster relief, rescue, reconstruction, and rehabilitation, akin to the assistance offered to Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. Sources from the State Disaster Management Office indicate a grim toll: since April, 85 people have lost their lives in various natural disasters across Uttarakhand, while 94 are still reported missing. Additionally, 128 individuals have sustained serious injuries in different incidents. The Disaster Management Department's data reveals assets worth approximately Rs 1944 crore have been destroyed, including vital roads, schools, power lines, substations, and irrigation canals. Uttarakhand suffers Rs 5,000 crore losses from monsoon rains, worst since Kedarnath tragedy Furthermore, an estimated Rs 3,700 crore is required to secure properties currently at high risk from further damage. Earlier, an Inter-Ministerial Central Team from the Government of India, which had been assessing the damage in the state, met with Chief Minister Dhami. The Chief Minister emphasised, Uttarakhand is an extremely disaster-sensitive state. During the monsoon season, it grapples with severe problems of landslides, floods, and waterlogging due to excessive rainfall. He urged national-level institutions to collaborate on further developing advanced forecasting systems to minimise damage from landslides. CM Dhami further stressed that his year's heavy rainfall has caused extensive damage in various regions, resulting in both loss of life and significant harm to assets. He highlighted that cloudbursts and landslides in the hilly areas cause permanent land damage, rendering such areas unusable for farming or construction, and called for an effective long-term action plan to address this. The Central Team, led by Joint Secretary R. Prasanna of the Ministry of Home Affairs, had surveyed damage in districts like Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, and Nainital. After meeting the Chief Minister, the team commended the state government's relief operations, including the adequate arrangements for lodging and food in relief camps, the provision of on-site medical facilities, and other basic amenities for the affected, based on feedback received from the victims. Uttarakhand grapples with double crisis: Floods kill 80, 90 missing; State fights epidemic threat

The New Indian Express 10 Sep 2025 7:13 pm

Japan's Maglev Train Costs Lesser Than Varanasi Ropeway? No, Claim is Misleading

Japan's Maglev train project has a higher budget than Varanasi's ropeway, making the viral claim misleading.

The Quint 10 Sep 2025 4:14 pm