UP to launch Indo-German Gateway to help 20 MSMEs, startups enter Germany, EU markets
UP tourism minister Jaiveer Singh tests positive for H1N1
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday directed that testing for swine flu , also known as Influenza A (H1N1), be provided free of cost at all government healthcare centres across the state. The Chief Minister also ordered authorities to strengthen surveillance, testing and treatment arrangements in districts reporting a higher number of cases. The directions came during a review meeting on the situation surrounding Influenza A and seasonal influenza in Uttar Pradesh.
Advocates meet Judge over court building issues
Court dismisses anticipatory bail application of woman charged for cheating and forgery
CM to distribute flood relief material in Farrukhabad today
Kanpur must build complete ecosystem to emerge as defence mfg hub
MSME sector has highest job potential after agriculture, says divisional commissioner
Two wanted accused arrested from Ujjain
No respite from intermittent showers over next five days, says weather office
Robbery-murder case: Cops form teams, examine CCTV footage to trace intruders
Traffic officials asked to inspect city temples in view of Janmashtami festival
Health department team inspects mosquito- borne disease control prevention activities
Waterlogging disrupts life in Shuklaganj; villages cut off in Safipur
Father-son duo held for thrashing loader over theft suspicion
Batteries stolen from ATM kiosk in Kanpur
Farmer hacked to death in Etawah village
2 dead in separate incidents of wall collapse in Banda
Mayawati calls national BSP meet in Lucknow today
Pumping station, drainage plan to tackle waterlogging in North Prayagraj
Twin rivers rising and receding trend keeps admin on their toes
Prayagraj records wettest Aug in 125 years with 631.6mm rainfall
Robust security arrangements at Bhakti Mandir, Kripalu Dham for Janmasthami
Mandakini swells, Ramghat submerged in worst flood in past two decades
NCR announces Janmashtami special train
UP T20 League: How UPCA Speed Hunt Changed The Life Of Barabanki's Shakti Verma
How UPCA Speed Hunt: From working a private job for 7,000 a month to sharing a dressing room with established Indian Premier League (IPL) stars like Sameer Rizvi, Mohsin Khan, and Karn Sharma, Shakti Vermas rise is one of the most compelling stories of Season 4 of the UP T20 League. Hailing from Barabanki district of Uttar Pradesh, the fast bowler was discovered through the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Associations (UPCA) Speed Hunt, a grassroots talent scouting initiative. He consistently clocked speeds of 138 km/h to top the charts at the Lucknow selection trials, earning a direct ticket to the UPT20 player auction where the Kanpur Superstars secured him for 2,50,000. While the ongoing season has been a challenging one for the Kanpur Superstars, Shakti has already featured in three games, proving that raw talent can thrive when given the right platform. Shaktis journey is rooted in humble beginnings. He is the eldest son of Amar Singh Verma, a local motor mechanic. Despite severe financial constraints, his father supported his cricketing ambitions, often managing to buy expensive season cricket balls for his practice. However, the overall cost of professional cricket nearly forced Shakti out of the game. My father does a normal job as a mechanic, and I am the eldest at home, Shakti shared. Cricket is a very expensive game. I used to do a private job earning 7,000 a month. With that salary, I couldn't buy cricket shoes worth 7,000. My coach, Sarvan Nawab sir, provided all the backing I needed. Whatever cricket I have played, and whatever I achieve in the future, is all because of him. Shakti's entry into formal cricket took time. He started purely on the local tennis ball circuits. When I played tennis ball cricket, boys would tell me I bowled well. A friend took me to my coach. Initially, I wanted to bat, but my coach told me to stick to bowling, and he polished my skills. My seniors like Vipraj Nigam and Shivam bhai also guided me and helped me financially during tough times. The UPCAs decision to keep the Speed Hunt trials entirely free of cost was the crucial turning point for players like Shakti, removing the financial barrier that often keeps rural talent hidden. That free trial was a very big thing for us, Shakti explained. If someone comes from a well-off family, an entry fee of 1,500 is very little for them. But for a normal boy, even 10 is a lot. Because the trials were free, boys like us got a massive boost. If the Speed Hunt happens every year, more boys and better talents will emerge from the bottom. Being picked at the auction for 2.5 Lakh has fundamentally changed his financial reality. The money we get from this platform can be utilised to invest in ourselves, he noted with raw honesty. The amount we received is more than enough for us. For people from normal families, this prize money is huge. Frankly, I had never seen this much money in my life before. That free trial was a very big thing for us, Shakti explained. If someone comes from a well-off family, an entry fee of 1,500 is very little for them. But for a normal boy, even 10 is a lot. Because the trials were free, boys like us got a massive boost. If the Speed Hunt happens every year, more boys and better talents will emerge from the bottom. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The Speed Hunt gave a chance to new boys who couldn't reach this level otherwise, Shakti said. Players from the grassroots who didn't get opportunities in trophy cricket got a huge platform here. I am very thankful to the UPCA, Rajeev Shukla sir, and Dr. Sanjay Kapoor sir for this initiative. If we do well here, we can even play in the IPL and get international recognition. We can go very far. Article Source: IANS
Leopard spotted in trans-Ganga
HC quashes NSA detention of DU student in Noida protest case
Ram Temple trust to form CEOs team from 15 shortlisted candidates
India Responds to Terrorism, NDA Government Expected in Uttar Pradesh: Neeraj Kumar
Patna, September 2: JDU MLC Neeraj Kumar Singh has addressed several pressing issues, including terrorism, Uttar Pradesh politics, GDP growth, SIR, examination reforms in Bihar, and threats received by Union Minister Chirag Paswan. He stated that India has consistently taken a strong stance against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, with the nations military and citizens providing an effective ... Read more India Responds to Terrorism, NDA Government Expected in Uttar Pradesh: Neeraj Kumar
Imran Masood Criticizes Appointment of Ram Mandir CEO, Questions Government Motives
New Delhi, September 2: Congress MP Imran Masood has voiced strong criticism regarding the appointment of Jitendra Mishra as the first CEO of the Ram Mandir Trust. He also addressed issues related to seat allocation in the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, GDP growth, and the Election Commission. Masood stated, It will be a person from ... Read more Imran Masood Criticizes Appointment of Ram Mandir CEO, Questions Government Motives
East UP dams overflow, raise flood threat
Flood Alerts Sounded, Residents Facing Risk Evacuated
Madan Mohan Malviya Stadium: Channelling the all-round versatility of Ravindra Jadeja and the unwavering confidence of Hardik Pandya, the 19-year-old left-arm spinner Kartik Yadav has emerged as the defensive engine behind Kashi Rudras' bid for a historic third consecutive UP T20 League title. The two-time defending champions are set to face Noida Super Kings in a high-stakes Eliminator, after rebounding from a mid-season four-match losing streak to secure third place in the league stage with 10 points. The turnaround extends Kashis streak of reaching the playoffs to four consecutive seasons. Kashi enter the playoffs brimming with confidence, thanks to Kartik's match-winning spell against table-toppers Meerut Mavericks, where he took 3-12 in four overs to bowl them out for 119. Across the regular season, Kartik has picked up 14 wickets in 12 matches at an economy rate of 6.29, an average of 15.29, and a strike rate of 14.57. Playing-wise, I would say Ravindra Jadeja and Hardik Pandya as well, as he has that mindset. Jadeja does left-arm spin bowling, left-handed batting, and his fielding is also good. I see him as a contributor for the team in all three departments, whenever needed in any format. So, I have the same mindset whenever I am readying to play for any team, be it my Kashi team or domestic team, and hopefully, if I play for India, I will play for the Indian team in every department. As far as Hardik bhaiya is concerned, I see and want that mindset of his. I see that he is confident. No matter what the situation is, there is no pressure on him. He handles the pressure well, and he has in his mind that I am the best -- not in a negative sense, but in a positive sense. So, I admire that a lot about him, Kartik told IANS in an exclusive conversation. For Kartik, the turning point came at the Madan Mohan Malviya Stadium in Prayagraj when coach Amit Pal advised him to swap the bat for the ball. In his early days, Kartik focused strictly on scoring runs, even in school cricket. But Pal urged him to give spin bowling a try, and from there, it was no looking back for him. The son of a CRPF official, Kartik soon moved to a cricket academy in Ghaziabad to hone his newly embraced craft, something which has paid off very well. Despite his standout performances with the ball, including a best spell of 4-7 this season, also the second-best figures this season, Kartiks primary focus is on run restriction rather than chasing wickets. The plans were not much (before picking 3-12). I did well in the other matches without much thought in mind. Whenever the team needed me, I used to perform, be it in bowling or any other department, and the result was in our favour. My personal point of view is that I am not much behind in picking wickets. I try to give away as few runs as possible or save as many runs as possible for my team. Be it in bowling, which is more so the case, as I try to give as few runs as possible while coming out to bowl. As for the wickets, it is not in my hands. The rhythm has always been in peak mode. I don't have any pressure. Again, I will talk about the process like whatever we have done so far, if we play good cricket with good body language and good energy, obviously, we will win the final, he added. Reflecting on the team's mid-season slump, Kartik praised the dressing room culture maintained by captain Karan Sharma and head coach Dhruv Singh, which helped them to bounce back. We had faith in ourselves and God that we would play well, come back, and enter the playoffs. After losing four matches, in the dressing room, the morale of the players was down. It's just a matter of saying that it doesn't happen. But inside, you feel that you shouldn't have lost. In fact, all the players were backing each other and instilling belief that we could still make things happen. Our staff, coaches, and captain backed us, saying that we can still do good things, play well, and go to the playoffs. Hopefully, we will win the final. The captain is the one who brings the team together, and the coach is the one who leads everyone. On both sides, things have been very positive. There has been a lot of relaxation. They have never let us feel any pressure -- be it when on the field with the captain or outside the ground. They have always created a positive atmosphere and have shown us that we can do it. That is the biggest thing - they believe in us. They have never let us feel negative and have always been positive, and that matters a lot for the players, he added. Kartik highlighted the collective effort of Kashi's bowling unit, operating alongside seamer Atal Bihari Rai and ambidextrous spinner Vijay Yadav, who have taken 14 and 13 wickets respectively. There is no pressure as such, as I have faced such situations before. There was no pressure, as just like there is a batting partnership, we have a bowling partnership. Its not just the three of us - there are other bowlers in our team who have done well - like Rishabh Rajput and Sangam, who is a young player. There are other fast bowlers who have done well. There are good bowling partnerships, and the result is in front of us, he added. The 19-year-olds form in the UP T20 League follows early exposure to multi-day domestic cricket, having represented Uttar Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy last season and taking a five-wicket haul on debut against Tamil Nadu. I will explain the experience to you. After last years league, I didn't go for the Ranji Trophy straightaway. I got selected in the U23 team and performed in that. I then got selected for senior red-ball games and got a five-wicket haul on debut its a big achievement at this age, as per me. But I will always have the hunger to play more cricket at a higher level, Kartik said. The 19-year-olds form in the UP T20 League follows early exposure to multi-day domestic cricket, having represented Uttar Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy last season and taking a five-wicket haul on debut against Tamil Nadu. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories We know their tactics and what their team can do. So, there is no pressure - let's work on the process, and the rest, let's see, as results are in God's hands. Everyone's family will be happy. Not just mine, families of all players and staff members, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Allegations of Corruption in Jal Jeevan Mission: Ramji Lal Suman Speaks Out
New Delhi, September 2: Ramji Lal Suman, a member of the Samajwadi Party, has raised serious concerns regarding the Jal Jeevan Mission, the Congress-Samajwadi Party alliance for the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, and issues surrounding the management of the Ayodhya Ram Temple. He has demanded an investigation into the alleged corruption within the Jal Jeevan ... Read more Allegations of Corruption in Jal Jeevan Mission: Ramji Lal Suman Speaks Out
FSDA cracks down on fake drug supply business from Saharanpur to Lucknow, FIR registered
The Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration s (FSDA) crackdown on fake drugs on Wednesday uncovered a link of fake drug supply network from Saharanpur to Lucknow. A major operation was conducted in Nagal area of Saharanpur on the basis of information received during interrogation of Ejaz after he came under FSDA action in connection with supply of fake drugs in Lucknow.
H1N1 cases rise in India: How to tell swine flu from common viral fever; dos and don'ts to stay safe
Delhi recorded 3,006 H1N1 cases this season after 199 fresh infections on August 29, the second-highest single-day rise. Influenza A cases reached 3,843 in the city. Uttar Pradesh reported 551 confirmed H1N1 cases, Maharashtra 1,109 by mid-August.
Akhilesh Yadav and Mallikarjun Kharge to Decide Seat Sharing Formula: Virendra Singh
New Delhi, September 2: Virendra Singh, a Member of Parliament from the Samajwadi Party (SP), has stated that the decision regarding the SP-Congress alliance for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections will be made by the national presidents and top leadership of both parties. He emphasized that the SP is preparing for all 403 assembly seats. ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav and Mallikarjun Kharge to Decide Seat Sharing Formula: Virendra Singh
UP STF arrests Nandu gang operative, RO/ARO paper-leak accused in Lucknow
Asim Waqaar Joins Congress, Urges Muslims to Unite Against BJP
New Delhi, September 2: In a significant political shift ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Asim Waqaar, a leader from the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), joined the Congress party on Wednesday. This move is seen as a major setback for AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi. After joining Congress, Waqaar advised Owaisi to focus on ... Read more Asim Waqaar Joins Congress, Urges Muslims to Unite Against BJP
Minister Danish Ansari Criticizes Akhilesh Yadav, Claims SP-Congress Alliance is Self-Serving
Lucknow, September 2: Danish Ansari, the Minister of Minority Welfare in Uttar Pradesh, has targeted Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party (SP). He responded to Yadavs statements regarding the SPs election campaign and the countrys GDP growth. In an interview with a news agency, Minister Ansari stated that the relationship between the ... Read more Minister Danish Ansari Criticizes Akhilesh Yadav, Claims SP-Congress Alliance is Self-Serving
Uttar Pradesh launches UPCOS to safeguard rights and salaries of outsourced workers
The UPCOS would digitally integrate the management of the states more than 3.5 lakh outsourced workers
Man cannot be ordered to pay maintenance to estranged wife beyond his means: Delhi court
In a recent ruling, a Delhi court determined that maintenance payments must align with a spouse's financial capability. The decision came as it rejected a wife's request for increased interim maintenance from her husband, due to the absence of evidence regarding his actual earnings. The magistrate relied on the prevailing minimum wage in Uttar Pradesh, ultimately upholding the previously awarded maintenance due to the husband's limited financial means.
Kashi Rudras to begin preparations for UP T20 League at training camp from Aug 1
UP Home Guard PET/PST Exam Admit Cards Now Available for Download
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board has announced the release of admit cards for the UP Home Guard PET/PST examination. Candidates who passed the written exam can download their admit cards from the official UPPRPB website. The PET/PST exams are scheduled from September 8 to September 16, 2026, with a total of 41,424 vacancies available across various categories. Follow the outlined steps to access your admit card and ensure timely arrival at your exam center.
Haryanas Artistic Community Grieves After Tragic Murder of Singer Ankit Baliyan
Lucknow, September 2: BJP leader Sanjeev Baliyan has expressed his sorrow over the recent murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan. In an interview with a news agency on Wednesday, he stated that the unfortunate incident has left the entire western Uttar Pradesh community in mourning. The murder, allegedly carried out by criminals from Haryana, has ... Read more Haryanas Artistic Community Grieves After Tragic Murder of Singer Ankit Baliyan
Delhi to Patna in just 4.5 hours: Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals complete route map of bullet train
As the major festivals like Diwali and Chhath approach, we often see crowds throng trains from across the country to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. People face difficulty in getting confirmed tickets on long-distance trains, and they often travel in general class or go for other means of transport like buses, which take more time compared to trains. However, this issue is going to be resolved soon, as the Indian Railways has unveiled a major plan for high-speed rail connectivity. The rail travel from Delhi to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar could change dramatically in the coming years.
School holiday tomorrow, September 3: Check state-wise update amid IMD's heavy rain forecast
School holiday tomorrow, September 3: Schools across India are not uniformly closed, despite heavy-rain warnings in Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and parts of Uttar Pradesh. Any closure will depend on local authorities or individual schools. Punjab also faces planned school-bus disruptions in three districts, while several states may observe a Janmashtami holiday on September 4.
Major Benefits for Outsourced Workers in Uttar Pradesh with New Portal Launch
Lucknow, September 2: The establishment of the Uttar Pradesh Outsourcing Service Corporation marks a significant advancement for millions of outsourced workers in the state. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the corporation at Lok Bhawan on Wednesday, unveiling the UP COS portal and website along with the corporations logo. Under this new system, outsourced workers will ... Read more Major Benefits for Outsourced Workers in Uttar Pradesh with New Portal Launch
New Era of Transparency and Security for Youth in Outsourced Recruitment: Keshav Maurya
Lucknow, September 2: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya announced a new initiative on Wednesday aimed at providing transparent recruitment, timely salaries, and social security for youth through the Uttar Pradesh Outsourcing Service Corporation. This initiative guarantees outsourced workers accident insurance coverage of up to 50 lakh, along with benefits such as EPF, ... Read more New Era of Transparency and Security for Youth in Outsourced Recruitment: Keshav Maurya
Ankiit Baliyaan murder case: Family demands 'complete justice'
The family of Haryanvi singer-actor Ankiit Baliyaan, who was shot dead in Shamli district of Uttar Pradesh on August 26, has demanded strict action against all those involved in the crime.
Akhilesh Yadav raises Ram Dhan theft concern as Ram Temple Trust meets to pick first CEO
Senior IPS Officer Ashok Kumar Singh Promoted to Director General in Uttar Pradesh
Ram Temple trust gets 3 new trustees as Ayodhya meeting takes up first CEO appointment
AI Video War In UP: Akhilesh Yadav's 'Chillum' Dig Angers BJP, He Doubles Down
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been weaponised ahead of the Uttar Pradesh 2027 election contest, with the ruling BJP on Tuesday accusing the Samajwadi Party of insulting Hindu saints with its latest video that references donation irregularities at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and takes potshots at Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. That video, released by SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, was itself a retort to a BJP video that called him corrupt. As the BJP got angry, Akhilesh's party doubled down by repeating the shot at Adityanath.
UP RERA new rule: Uttar Pradesh RERA is introducing a mandate for digital project progress certification, requiring architects, engineers and chartered accountants to submit digitally signed certificates directly through the UP RERA portal. Developers will use this verified information to prepare their quarterly progress reports.
AIMIM spokesperson Asim Waqar joins Congress ahead of UP polls
In the run-up to the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeens (AIMIM) national spokesperson Syed Asim Waqar joined the Congress on Wednesday, September 2. This is being seen as a major blow to the Asaduddin Owaisi-led party, as Waqar is one of its most prominent faces in UP. With the state going to 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 .
AIMIM Spokesperson Syed Asim Waqar Joins Congress, Slams Owaisi-led Outfit
Waqar joined the Congress in the presence of AICC In-charge, Uttar Pradesh, Rajendra Pal Gautam, UP Congress chief Ajay Rai and AICC Minority Department chairman Imran Pratapgarhi at the AICC Office at 24 Akbar Road
'Arms twisted, fractured': UP schoolgirl, 13, dies days after teacher assault
Uttar Pradesh Government on High Alert for Swine Flu Following Rise in Cases
Lucknow, September 2: The Uttar Pradesh government has entered a state of alert due to an increase in viral fever and swine flu cases following recent rainfall. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak addressed the growing number of patients in hospitals. He reassured the public that there is no need for panic regarding the fever. The ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Government on High Alert for Swine Flu Following Rise in Cases
Ram Temple Trust to rank three CEO candidates today, appointment likely Thursday
ED Searches 14 Premises Across Seven Regions In Alleged NHAI Toll Fraud Case
NEW DELHI, Sept 2: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted searches at 14 premises across seven regions in connection with an alleged fraud in toll collection at National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) plazas. The searches are being carried out under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and cover locations in Uttar Pradesh, [] The post ED Searches 14 Premises Across Seven Regions In Alleged NHAI Toll Fraud Case appeared first on Northlines .
House of Kaushambi cracker factory blast accused razed
Authorities in Uttar Pradeshs Kaushambi district demolished the three-storey house of Naushad, the main accused in a cracker factory blast that killed 13 people, including 11 children. The Prayagraj Development Authority and Kaushambi Police carried out the 11-hour operation, citing construction without required approvals. Naushad and two women have been arrested.
Video: Massive sinkhole swallows road near former UP deputy CM's house in Lucknow, injures biker
At Least 2 K!lled, 2 M!ssing, Around 20,000 Affected As UP Floods Worsen; Ganga Crosses D
Severe monsoon flooding across Uttar Pradesh has claimed two lives, left two teenagers missing, and disrupted thousands of riverside households as major rivers breach warning levels.
UP Higher Education Incentive Policy 2024: Key features, incentives, eligibility and implementation
The policy is a financial-incentive framework intended to encourage sponsoring bodies to establish new private universities in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh Products Set to Make Waves in Germany, Says Keshav Prasad Maurya
Lucknow, September 2: The Uttar Pradesh government has taken another significant step to connect its products with the global market and boost foreign investment in the state. A delegation from Germany met with Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Wednesday to discuss establishing industries and businesses in Uttar Pradesh, exploring investment opportunities, and enhancing ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Products Set to Make Waves in Germany, Says Keshav Prasad Maurya
Ganga river crosses warning level, boat services suspended in Varanasi
ED conducts searches at 14 premises over fraudulent NHAI toll collection
Delhi University Students March Against Sleeper Bus Gang Rape Incident
New Delhi, September 2: In response to the alleged gang rape of a minor girl in a moving sleeper bus in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, hundreds of female students from Delhi University staged a midnight march. The Students Federation of India (SFI) issued a manifesto demanding safety, representation, and gender justice for women. Students from various ... Read more Delhi University Students March Against Sleeper Bus Gang Rape Incident
Devastation in Barabanki: River Erosion Threatens Homes and Livelihoods
Mumbai, September 2: In Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, the rising and falling water levels of the Saryu (Ghaghara) River have intensified the challenges faced by local residents. The river is eroding land from the banks, particularly affecting the Terai region of Ramnagar Tehsil. Areas from Hetmapur to Kedaripur in the Suratganj block are witnessing significant erosion, ... Read more Devastation in Barabanki: River Erosion Threatens Homes and Livelihoods
UP: Ganga Expressway damaged in Unnao after heavy rain, repairs underway
A portion of the Ganga Expressway in Uttar Pradeshs Unnao district caved in after heavy rain, creating a pit around seven feet deep. Traffic was diverted and repair work began after the damage was spotted during a night patrol
ED raids multiple States in fraud NHAI toll plaza collection case
They said about 14 premises in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Jammu and Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi-NCR and West Bengal were brought under the searches
Ganga, Mandakini rise as heavy rain triggers flooding across Uttar Pradesh
Heavy rain and rising rivers disrupted life across Uttar Pradesh, with two people killed in Sitapur, two minor girls missing in Ghazipur and around 20,000 people affected by floods in Ballia
UP CM Yogi to launch UPCOS today to safeguard rights, pay of outsourced workers
Lucknow, Sep 2 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will launch the Uttar Pradesh Outsourced Services Corporation (UPCOS) in Lucknow on Wednesday, marking a significant step towards protecting the interests, safeguarding the rights and pay of outsourced personnel, ensuring greater service security and introducing transparent human resource management for employees engaged through outsourcing. Highlighting []
Enhance stipend of MBBS,BDS interns: Iltija Mufti
PDP leader Iltija Mufti on Tuesday asked the Jammu and Kashmir government to enhance the stipend of protesting MBBS and BDS interns from Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000 per month. Iltija joined the protesting medical interns at GMC Srinagar and expressed solidarity with their legitimate demand to enhance their monthly stipend. It is deeply concerning that medical interns across Jammu & Kashmir continue to receive one of the lowest stipends in the country, despite shouldering an enormous workload. Interns are routinely required to perform duties extending from 12 to 48 hours and, across J&K, are often denied even basic holidays and adequate leave, she said. She called upon the government to immediately initiate a meaningful dialogue with the protesting interns, resolve their concerns and enhance their stipend to Rs 30,000 without further delay. The government must also ensure that interns receive reasonable working conditions, adequate leave and basic protection commensurate with the demanding services they render, she said. The demand for a Rs 30,000 stipend is both reasonable and justified. Several states have already substantially revised their internship stipends upwards. Odisha and West Bengal provide around Rs 45,000, while Uttar Pradesh has increased its stipend from Rs 12,000 to Rs 25,000, with Bihar also having undertaken a revision, Iltija added. Young doctors serving in government hospitals cannot be expected to work 12- to 48-hour shifts without adequate holidays or benefits while being among the lowest-paid medical interns in the country. Their demand is legitimate, and the government must respond with urgency and sensitivity, she said. The government must seriously reconsider its priorities. At a time when substantial public resources are spent on lavish government programmes and activities, it is difficult to justify denying a modest and legitimate increase to young doctors who work round the clock to sustain the public healthcare system, the PDP leader added. The medical interns began their indefinite strike on Monday, seeking a higher stipend and better working conditions. Health and Medical Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Monday said the demand of the interns was already under consideration by the government and that they need not resort to strikes.
Court convicts man for raping minor niece, awards 20-year term
Basti driving licence scam: 2 officials face action
19-year-old arrested for rape of minor in Itaunja
Police hunt drivers bro for murder weapon link
UP Home Guards recruitment: PET exam on Sept 8
Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja takes charge as 47th DGAFMS, succeeds vice admiral Arti Sarin
Students protest as LU raises hostel fee by four times
28-year-old man killed in leopard attack in Bahraich
Nepal floods: 10 more bodies found in Gandak river in Kushinagar, recovery count in UP rises to 17
Class VIII girl dies days after being assaulted by teacher in Hardoi
Heavy rain triggers carriageway cave-in on Ganga expressway ramp
