Rahul Gandhi's ex-AAP Dalit pick Rajendra Pal Gautam made AICC in-charge of UP
The Congress party has appointed former AAP leader Rajendra Pal Gautam as its in-charge for Uttar Pradesh, signaling a strategic move to engage the state's Dalit voters. This appointment comes alongside other key organisational changes in the party.
Call for Independent Investigation into Ram Temple Fund Misappropriation: Maulana Sajid Rashidi
New Delhi, June 27: Maulana Sajid Rashidi, President of the All India Imam Association, has raised serious concerns regarding financial irregularities at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, demanding a fair investigation. He has also sparked a new debate on Muslim leadership in Uttar Pradesh politics, urging the Samajwadi Party to announce a Muslim candidate for ... Read more Call for Independent Investigation into Ram Temple Fund Misappropriation: Maulana Sajid Rashidi
Congress Appoints Rajendra Pal Gautam as New In-Charge for Uttar Pradesh Ahead of Elections
New Delhi, June 27: The Congress Party has appointed Rajendra Pal Gautam as the new in-charge for Uttar Pradesh ahead of the state assembly elections scheduled for next year. This announcement was made on Friday by K.C. Venugopal, the General Secretary of the All India Congress Committee (AICC). Gautam replaces Ajay Kumar Lallu in this ... Read more Congress Appoints Rajendra Pal Gautam as New In-Charge for Uttar Pradesh Ahead of Elections
Congress appoints Rajendra Pal Gautam, Sanjay Dutt as AICC in-charge for UP, Haryana
Mr. Gautam replaces Avinash Pande in Uttar Pradesh, while Mr. Dutt replaces senior party leader Hariprasad in Haryana
No Mercy for Guilty in Ram Temple Fund Case: Sanjay Nishad
Lucknow, June 27: Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Sanjay Nishad has addressed several issues, including the ongoing investigation into the Ram Temple fund case. He stated that Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has already made it clear that the truth will prevail in this matter. The investigation is progressing, and no guilty party will be spared. Nishad ... Read more No Mercy for Guilty in Ram Temple Fund Case: Sanjay Nishad
Ensure prompt redressal of every grievance, no negligence: CM
Confusion over Champat Rai quitting temple trust post; no info, says VHP
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No Mercy for Guilty in Ram Temple Fund Case, Sanjay Nishad Asserts
Lucknow, June 27: Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Sanjay Nishad addressed various issues, emphasizing the ongoing investigation into the Ram Temple fund case. He stated that Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has made it clear that the truth will prevail. Nishad expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for initiating action, asserting that no guilty party will be ... Read more No Mercy for Guilty in Ram Temple Fund Case, Sanjay Nishad Asserts
BJP Accelerates Preparations for 2027 Elections in Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow, June 26: The BJP has intensified its preparations for the upcoming assembly elections. In this regard, an introductory meeting was held for newly appointed state officials and various front presidents. The meeting focused on strengthening the organization, enhancing coordination among workers, and discussing the electoral strategy. State General Secretary Rajesh Chaudhary, along with State ... Read more BJP Accelerates Preparations for 2027 Elections in Uttar Pradesh
Three Arrested for Fraudulent Land Grab in Lucknow
Lucknow, June 26: The Mohanlalganj police in Uttar Pradeshs Lucknow have arrested three notorious individuals involved in a fraudulent land grab worth millions. The suspects were taken into custody for illegally seizing land through forged documents. The trio is accused of defrauding a woman out of a significant sum of money by creating counterfeit documents. ... Read more Three Arrested for Fraudulent Land Grab in Lucknow
Weather Tomorrow June 27: According to IMD, heavy to very heavy monsoon rains lash the west, south, east, and Northeast, parts of Uttar Pradesh endure severe heatwave conditions. Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan anticipate thunderstorms. Hill states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are under a rain watch, with potential for localized disruptions. Central and Eastern India are set for active monsoon showers.
Leopard injures 7 in Bahraich village before fleeing into sugarcane fields; search on
A leopard's intrusion into a Bahraich village caused panic Friday, as it attacked seven people before vanishing into sugarcane fields. Forest and police teams are conducting a massive search operation to safely capture the animal. Injured villagers are receiving treatment, and residents are urged to remain vigilant and report sightings.
'What is going on in madrasas?' UP dy CM questions Babri Masjid donations amid Ram Temple row
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak downplayed the Ram Mandir donation controversy, questioning why funds for the Babri Masjid aren't scrutinized. He accused opposition parties of appeasement politics and attacking Sanatan culture to win Muslim votes. Pathak also alleged illegal activities and terror funding in madrasas. An FIR has been lodged against eight individuals in the Ram Temple donation case, with an SIT investigating the matter.
Beyond ports and power, Adani is now selling organic fertilizers to farmers
Waste-to-energy venture gives rise to a new farm-input-business as sales of Harit Amrit brand of fertilisers expands across Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh & Gujarat
Repeated thefts, CCTV clips, and family ties: Inside Ram Temple donation 'embezzlement' probe
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into alleged theft from Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi temple donation boxes has led to eight arrests and the recovery of over 79 lakh. CCTV footage reportedly shows an accused repeatedly stealing cash, with allegations of a cover-up involving a relative of a co-accused. Trust leadership has resigned, and Chief Minister Adityanath vows no one will be spared in the ongoing investigation.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Launches 2,478 Crore Development Projects in Noida
Noida, June 26: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to visit Noida and the Yamuna Authority area on Saturday. During this visit, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation for a total of 70 development projects worth 2,478 crores. This includes the inauguration of 5 projects costing 1,045 crores and the foundation laying ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Launches 2,478 Crore Development Projects in Noida
The Uttar Pradesh government's Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme has benefited over 2.7 million students in 2025-26. Prayagraj leads in scholarship distribution, followed by Ghazipur and Azamgarh.
Panic gripped Maharajganj's Parsa Khurd village after a man, allegedly drunk, climbed an 11,000-volt electricity pole. Villagers watched in fear as the man remained perched for hours, disrupting power supply. Authorities swiftly cut power and launched a risky rescue, safely bringing him down. He later became aggressive, leading to an FIR for endangering public safety.
Why no questions on Babri Masjid donations: UP Deputy CM
Mirzapur (UP): Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Friday, June 26, alleged that the controversy surrounding the Ram temple donation case was part of a conspiracy involving the Samajwadi Party and the Congress. He asked why no one questioned what happened to the donations collected for the Babri Masjid. The Babri Masjid also 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 .
Saffron Leaders Criticize Oppositions Statements on Ram Temple Controversy
Lucknow, June 26: In response to the ongoing Ram Temple donation controversy, Uttar Pradesh Minister Anil Rajbhar and BJP MP Dinesh Sharma have voiced their opinions. Rajbhar stated that the Samajwadi Party (SP), particularly its national president, is making irresponsible statements. He urged the opposition to cease their rhetoric. Sharma added that the investigation is ... Read more Saffron Leaders Criticize Oppositions Statements on Ram Temple Controversy
Champat Rai steps down: Former chemistry professor who became record-keeper of Ram Lalla
Champat Rai, a key player in the Ram temple initiative and general secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, has stepped down following allegations of misappropriating donations. With extensive insights into Ayodhya and a track record of chronicling the movement, his exit comes after an FIR and subsequent arrests tied to the suspected misappropriation. This situation has ignited a wave of political discourse.
'Do not cast aspersions on Ayodhya': UP CM Adityanath on arrests in Ram temple donation theft case
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath vowed strict action against those found guilty of embezzling donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, following an FIR against eight individuals. He emphasized the government's swift response after an SIT report, urging against politicizing faith and asserting that evidence will be presented. The accused, involved in counting temple cash, have been arrested and are under questioning.
The South Buys Newer, the North Holds Longer: India Is Three Used Car Markets in One
Cars24 and Team BHP's Gears of Growth 2025 report finds that preference for car age has significant regional differences. Southern markets are skewed towards 2019 and newer vehicles, western markets churn steadily across 2017 to 2021 model years, and North and Central India hold on to cars the longest. National statistics flatten India's used car market into one number. The Cars24 and Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 report, drawn from over 33 million users, pulls it apart and finds three distinct markets running on three different clocks. The variable that separates them is not the models people buy, but how old the car is when it changes hands. Southern markets show a higher concentration of vehicles from 2019 and later. Western India trades across a balanced spread of 2017 to 2021 model years. North and Central India carry a greater share of 2017 to 2019 and pre-2017 vehicles. The report's conclusion is direct: regional economics and buyer preferences shape inventory age profiles more than most buyers realise. Three regions, three ownership clocks The regional split in the Gears of Growth 2025 report reads as follows: Source: Cars24 x Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 Report In the South, the report points to faster upgrade cycles and higher car adoption, which keeps inventory young. For a buyer in Bengaluru, Chennai or Hyderabad, the practical effect is a shelf weighted toward 2019 and newer cars. A three to four year old vehicle is mainstream stock here, not a premium find. The same report finds Tamil Nadu's share of national demand rising from 6.1 percent to 6.5 percent and Karnataka's from 10 percent to 10.4 percent in 2025, a steady climb consistent with markets where cars circulate quickly. Western India behaves like the market's metronome. Maharashtra, the country's single largest used car market at 15.1 percent of national demand, and Gujarat, which posted the largest state-level gain of 2025 at 8.7 to 10.2 percent, both trade across an even spread of 2017 to 2021 model years. In Mumbai, Pune or Ahmedabad a buyer finds roughly equal odds of a five-year-old or a two-year-old car. The report calls this stable ownership churn: cars enter and exit ownership at a consistent rhythm rather than in waves. North and Central India run the longest clock. The region's higher share of 2017 to 2019 and pre-2017 vehicles points to owners who keep cars well past the national norm, and to what the report describes as value-driven resale behaviour. A buyer in Delhi NCR or across Uttar Pradesh, which alone holds 11.7 percent of national demand, will see more six to eight year old cars on the shelf than a southern buyer does. A car in this market is held, maintained, and sold late in its life, often to a buyer who intends to do exactly the same. Why the clocks run at different speeds The report attributes the divergence to regional economics and buyer preferences rather than any single cause. Southern states lead the country in adopting newer automotive technology: Karnataka and Maharashtra together account for 68 percent of all used EV purchases nationally. Markets comfortable buying the newest category of vehicle are, predictably, also the markets where recent model years dominate. Longer holding in the North reads as strategy, not lag. An owner who runs a car for eight or nine years extracts the maximum use from a depreciating asset before selling it into a deep pool of value-focused buyers. The report's non-metro data reinforces this: demand there concentrates in low-maintenance, affordable models such as the Swift Dzire, Wagon R and Alto, exactly the cars built to be owned long and sold late. What this means for used car buyers and sellers in Chennai will encounter a younger inventory mix, weighted to 2019 and newer, than someone shopping in Lucknow, where six to eight-year-old cars are common, even on the same platform on the same day. For sellers, the same car meets different demands depending on where it is sold. A 2020 vehicle is mid-life stock in a southern market that skews to 2019 and newer, and comparatively fresh inventory in a northern market dominated by older cars. Timing a sale against the regional clock, not the national average, is the more informed move. All figures in this article are sourced from the Cars24 Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 report, based on Cars24 internal transaction data comprising over 33 million users as of December 2025.
25-year-old labourer dies at Pulwama workplace
Pulwama: A 25-year-old labourer from Uttar Pradesh died after allegedly falling unconscious while working at a brick kiln in the Zadoora area of south Kashmirs Pulwama district on Friday. An official said that the labourer was working at the brick kiln in Zadoora when he suddenly fell unconscious. He was immediately rushed to District Hospital []
In BJP's New UP Team For 2027 Polls, A Caste Counter To Akhilesh Yadav's PDA
After facing a huge setback in Uttar Pradesh in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP has announced new office bearers, replacing all six regional presidents.
Action began immediately after SIT report: Adityanath after arrests in Ram temple donation case
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has vowed strict action against those accused of embezzling donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, following an SIT report. Eight individuals named in an FIR, lodged at the behest of a Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust member, have been arrested and are being questioned.
Uttar Pradesh: Reward-carrying accused killed in Shamli police encounter
A wanted criminal carrying a Rs 50,000 reward was killed in a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli district, while his accomplice managed to flee
Chitrakoot: Spirituality to defence corridor
Ayodhya's transformation into a growth story
Ayodhya is experiencing a remarkable economic surge, transforming from a pilgrimage-centric town into a thriving urban center. Significant investments in infrastructure, connectivity, and tourism have fueled GDP growth and job creation. With visitor numbers soaring, the city is poised to become a major religious tourism hub, attracting substantial private investment and contributing significantly to Uttar Pradesh's economic ambitions.
Swami Vivekananda Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana
Uttar Pradesh is empowering its youth through the Swami Vivekananda Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana, distributing over 46 lakh free smartphones and tablets to students in higher education and skill development programs. This initiative aims to bridge the digital divide, enhance employability, and provide access to online learning and e-governance services. The state continues to expand this ambitious digital inclusion program, fostering a digitally skilled workforce crucial for its economic growth.
Aspirational blocks: Aspirations fulfilled by Yogi govt
Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana: Free coaching by UP government
Uttar Pradesh's Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana is revolutionizing competitive exam preparation for economically weaker students. Launched in 2021, this ambitious scheme offers free, high-quality coaching and mentorship from senior bureaucrats and experts. Providing study materials, mock tests, and an online platform, it ensures talented youth across all districts have equal opportunities, fostering merit and inclusive growth.
A devastating LPG tanker explosion at a Kaushambi toll plaza on Friday morning left five employees critically injured with severe burns. The tanker reportedly lost control, crashed, and ignited, causing a massive blaze that engulfed the plaza and vehicles. While the tanker driver and conductor escaped, the inferno trapped several staff. Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the catastrophic incident.
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Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast for Saturday across several Indian states, including the Northeast and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim. Thunderstorms with gusty winds are expected in many regions. Meanwhile, severe heatwave conditions will persist in parts of east Uttar Pradesh. The monsoon is also set to advance further in the coming days.
Ram Temple 'donation theft' case: Who are the 8 accused named in FIR? All arrested
Eight individuals have been apprehended in Ayodhya following allegations of embezzling donations meant for the Ram Temple. The arrests stem from a complaint by a trust member after a Special Investigation Team's preliminary report. Those detained were involved in counting cash and valuables received from devotees. The investigation is ongoing, with police questioning the accused.
Ram temple donation row: Eight accused named in FIR taken into police custody
Eight individuals have been apprehended in connection with an FIR filed over alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations. The Uttar Pradesh government has pledged an impartial investigation, assuring that those found guilty will face consequences. A preliminary report with significant recommendations has already been submitted to the government by a Special Investigation Team.
Fire breaks out at Lok Bandhu Hospital campus in Lucknow
A fire, suspected to be from a short circuit, erupted in the waiting area of Asha Jyoti Kendra at Lok Bandhu Hospital early Friday. Flames spread through the false ceiling, causing smoke and breathing issues for staff. Hospital employees quickly extinguished the blaze. This incident follows a major fire last year, despite ongoing fire safety upgrades.
Double-Decker Bus Collides with Truck on Agra-Lucknow Expressway, Over 25 Injured
Firozabad, June 26: A serious accident occurred on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway in Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh, when a double-decker bus collided with a truck, injuring over 25 passengers. All injured individuals have been admitted to the hospital, with five in critical condition. Reports indicate that the accident took place in the Nagla Khangar area of Firozabad. ... Read more Double-Decker Bus Collides with Truck on Agra-Lucknow Expressway, Over 25 Injured
Tragic Incident During Muharram Procession in Etah Claims One Life
Etah, June 26: A tragic incident occurred during a Muharram procession in Etah district, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday morning. One young man lost his life, and seven others sustained injuries. All the injured individuals have been admitted to a nearby hospital. Reports indicate that during the procession in the Aliganj area of Etah, the Tazia ... Read more Tragic Incident During Muharram Procession in Etah Claims One Life
Manish Dixit Reappointed as BJPs Media Strategist in Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow, June 26: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Uttar Pradesh has reshaped its organizational structure by once again entrusting the media management to seasoned strategist Manish Dixit. He has been appointed as the state media coordinator in the new team led by state president Pankaj Chaudhary. This marks the fourth consecutive time that the ... Read more Manish Dixit Reappointed as BJPs Media Strategist in Uttar Pradesh
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Centre restores full commercial LPG supply as West Asia crisis eases
BJP elevates Pooja Pal as vice president amid silence on her SP membership status
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50,000 reward on absconding co-owner of Aliganj bldg
SIT revisits Aliganj fire site, checks layout, exits, wiring and fire norms
LDA makes over 40 fire and electrical norms mandatory for plan approval
Man held for assaulting shop owner, brandishing pistol
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Rottweiler of hotelier murder accused rescued
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BHU to set up fire station on campus
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4 held for shooting truck driver after failed bid to steal fuel
