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Indian women trafficked to Malaysia on visa-free entry for domestic work
CHANDIGARH: It is not only Gulf countries where women from India, who had gone there on the pretext of a job offer, got trapped; Malaysia has now become the new destination. Women, especially from Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala and Uttar Pradesh, are being taken to this Southeast Asian nation with promises of legitimate domestic work. Travel agents use the visa-free entry route to lure them, after which they are forced to live and work in conditions described as unstable and precarious. In an advisory issued on September 9 this year, the High Commission of India, Kuala Lumpur (Labour Wing), in a document titled Indian nationals getting stranded in Malaysia, a copy of which is with this newspaper, stated: The majority of the affected individuals are unskilled/semi-skilled labourers and hail from several states in India including Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala and Uttar Pradesh. They are invariably misled with false promises of employment by unscrupulous agents in India and Malaysia. The following issues of concern came to the notice of the High Commission: Indian nationals travelling under the pretext of tourism but intending to look for employment are often denied entry on arrival. Those who manage to enter the country often overstay beyond 30 days and are thus declared illegal. Entry is also refused to those Indian nationals who are genuine tourists but fail to provide valid documentation, including return tickets, proof of accommodation, and financial means, it stated. It further read: It has been observed that unscrupulous agents in India and Malaysia entice a number of Indian nationals with prospects of employment and arrange their travel to Malaysia on the pretext of tourism to get visa-free entry and stay for 30 days in Malaysia. Such individuals become illegal after expiry of 30 days and are thus vulnerable to various forms of exploitation locally. They are also subjected to detention, imprisonment and associated legal actions by Malaysian enforcement agencies. The High Commission of India, Kuala Lumpur has further advised all State Governments, Protectors of Emigrants (PoE) and immigration officers to issue public advisories and exercise strict scrutiny of Indian nationals, especially ECR passport holders, departing to Malaysia from international airports including Trichy, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Cochin, Bengaluru and Amritsar. It has also been stated that passengers deceived by agents should be encouraged to provide full details of such agents, and that information may be compiled and shared with state and central government authorities for appropriate action. The state governments of Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala and Uttar Pradesh have been requested to initiate extensive awareness campaigns by disseminating correct travel procedures and highlighting the risks associated with misuse of visa-free entry to Malaysia for employment purposes. A statement issued by the High Commission also said that a significant number of Indian female domestic workers are being brought into Malaysia through channels in violation of both Indian and Malaysian immigration and employment laws. As per the guidelines laid down by the Immigration Department of Malaysia, India is one of the nine countries approved for the recruitment of foreign domestic helpers (FDH). Malaysian employers intending to hire Indian domestic workers are required to obtain a Visa with Reference (VDR) from the Immigration Department of Malaysia. Based on the VDR, the prospective worker applies for an employment visa at the Malaysian High Commission or Consulate in India. Upon arrival in Malaysia, the employer is responsible for converting the VDR into a temporary employment visit pass, it read. It further stated: However, it has been observed that many Indian domestic workers are being brought into Malaysia by agents using visa-free entry, thereby violating the established procedures. Indian emigration guidelines do not permit recruitment of Indian women who are below 30 years of age and hold ECR (Emigration Check Required) category passports to take up overseas employment as domestic workers. Sources said that in July this year, a 39-year-old woman from India was beaten, locked in a hotel room and forced into prostitution. She was rescued during a raid by the Malaysian police in Kuala Lumpur city centre. She had arrived in Malaysia on July 11 after being promised work as a domestic helper, only to be held captive and exploited. Speaking to this newspaper, Yashu Deep Singh, Protector of Emigrants, Chandigarh, said that earlier reports were being received regarding women being rescued from Gulf countries who had paid around 50,000 to 1 lakh to agents based in Dubai on tourist visas and were then pushed further to other countries such as Oman on the pretext of domestic help jobs but were exploited. We are getting reports of 20 to 30 such cases per year from the Consulate General of India, Dubai. However, once these rescued women are repatriated back, they do not give complaints against the unscrupulous agents, which is necessary to initiate action against such agents. The advisory from the High Commission of India, Kuala Lumpur is also on these lines to avoid the trap of unscrupulous agents and always rely on Ministry-approved recruiting agents for overseas employment opportunities. The list of such registered agents is publicly available on www.emigrate.gov.in, he said. Five Common Service Centre-Pravasi Bharatiya Sahayata Kendras established in Punjab Five Common Service Centre-Pravasi Bharatiya Sahayata Kendras (CSC-PBSKs) have been established in Punjab by the Protector of Emigrants (PoE). These will provide citizen-friendly eMigrate web-portal related services and strengthen outreach to aspiring youth at the grassroots level. The centres will be located in Rupnagar, Mohali, Hoshiarpur, and two in Jalandhar. Yashu Deep Singh, Protector of Emigrants, Chandigarh, said that the CSC-PBSKs will serve as extended arms of the PoE and will function as information, facilitation and grievance-redressal platforms for the general public. These centres will provide guidance and assistance on a wide range of emigration-related matters, primarily related to overseas employment. These centres will provide assistance regarding details of Registered Recruiting Agents (RAs), Emigration Clearances (ECs), and facilitation of public grievances against registered or illegal recruiting agents (IRAs). They will also give guidance to intending emigrants/applicants regarding overseas job opportunities, scheduled RA interviews, and recruitment procedures, and support in verifying the authenticity and licence status of RAs through the official eMigrate portal. They will also raise awareness on safe, legal and transparent mobility channels, discouraging irregular migration practices. Besides, they will provide assistance regarding Pravasi Bharatiya Bima Yojana (PBBY) insurance services, information on Emigration Check Not Required (ECNR) registration, and related facilities, he said.
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Boney meets CM Yogi in Lucknow
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Special Prayers Held In Varanasi As India Gears Up For Asia Cup Clash Against Pakistan
Bharat Mata Ki Jai: Ahead of the India-Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 encounter on Sunday, devotees in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, held special prayers at the Rajendra Prasad Ghat, seeking divine blessings for Team Indias victory. The banks of the Ganga turned into a site of patriotic and spiritual fervour, with chants of Har Har Mahadev and Bharat Mata Ki Jai echoing across the ghats. Devotees performed the Ganga Aarti, offered prayers while standing in the river, and held up pictures of Indian cricketers and the national flag. Some carried images of Lord Hanuman, praying for strength and triumph for the team. Rajesh Shukla, a local cricket enthusiast, said, India has always defeated Pakistan, whether on the battlefield, the economic front, or in sports. Todays match is no less than a war. We are confident of victory. The sentiment wasn't limited to Varanasi. Across India, people expressed hope and confidence in Team Indias performance. In Mumbai, fans spoke passionately about the teams strength. A local from Mumbai said, Indias strength is very strong. I closely follow Hardik Pandya; hes in top form right now. No one can match him in batting or bowling. He is our game-changer. In Belagavi, Karnataka, enthusiasm was equally high. A cricket fan there shared, Suryakumar is a good captain. We are confident India will win this match and defeat Pakistan. Even in the national capital, Delhi, cricket fans expressed excitement. A local in Delhi said, All of India is excited for the match. Cricket should be seen in the spirit of the game, but yes, beating Pakistan is always special. The match will kick off at 8.00 p.m. IST in Dubai. The face-off, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, comes less than five months after the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 individuals. The match will kick off at 8.00 p.m. IST in Dubai. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Despite this, Sunday's cricket match between India and Pakistan has sparked widespread anger, with critics questioning the timing and the symbolic optics of sporting ties with a nation many hold responsible for cross-border terrorism. Article Source: IANS
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Kerala tops inflation list again; BJP blames it on LDFs failed policies
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Kerala has emerged as the state with the highest inflation in India for the eighth consecutive month, sparking sharp criticism from the BJP state leadership. BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar blamed the mismanagement of the Pinarayi Vijayan-led Left government for the states worsening economic situation. In a statement issued on Saturday, Rajeev Chandrasekhar pointed to the latest data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, which showed Keralas inflation rate in August at a staggering 9.4 percent, while the national average dropped to 2.07%. This sharp contrast is clear evidence of the state governments incompetence, Chandrasekhar said, adding that while the Central government has successfully kept inflation below the 4 percent target set by the Reserve Bank of India, the states inflation continues to spiral uncontrollably. He further noted that Congress-ruled Karnataka followed Kerala with high inflation, while BJP-ruled states such as Uttar Pradesh (0.26%), Rajasthan (0.99%), Madhya Pradesh (1.24%), and Gujarat (1.24%) showed significantly lower rates. Chandrasekhar accused the state government of adopting policies that debilitate the states economy, in stark contrast to the Central governments efforts to strengthen the nations financial health. While the Modi government is driving India toward economic progress, the state government is engaged in actions that only worsen the situation for its people, he said. According to the BJP leader, the real impact of the states inflation is hidden in the form of additional tax burdens imposed by the state government. He pointed out that over 175 items across the country have seen price reductions thanks to GST reforms, but such benefits have not reached the people of the state, who are instead grappling with steep price hikes. Rajeev Chandrasekhar also criticised the states much-publicised education and healthcare models, describing them as collapsing under mismanagement. Kerala continues to top the charts in inflation, unemployment, and economic crisis, while the chief minister remains silent and takes no steps to stabilise the market or control rising prices, he added. Blaming decades of governance by both the Left and Right fronts, Chandrasekhar argued that these regimes turned Kerala into a consumer-driven state, dependent on constant borrowing and daily expenses, rather than promoting productive growth. Only by removing both the Left and the Congress-led governments from power can Kerala see real change and emerge from this ongoing economic plight, he said.
Lucknow diary | BJP taps fitness trainers to mobilise youngsters
The UP unit of the ruling BJP has mobilised gym and fitness trainers across the state as part of a broader youth centric campaign during the upcoming service week scheduled to be organised from September 17PM Narendra Modis birthdaytill Gandhi Jayanti on October 2. The campaign, proposed to be carried out by BJPs youth arm, the Bharatiya Janta Yuva Morcha, will be themed around the idea of making youth addiction free. Mobilising gym and fitness trainers gives the campaign a strong youth-centric, aspirational angle. The ruling party is eyeing to tap the fitness trainers ahead of the battle of 2027 as they wield respectable influence. New member from RSS for temple trust Krishna Mohan, 73, an RSS office-bearer and a former Indian Forest Service officer, has been appointed as a new member of the Shri Ram Janma Bhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Mohan, who hails from Hardoi district, is RSSs Chhetra Sangh Chalak (region in-charge) for eastern UP. He has replaced Kameshwar Chaupal, who died earlier this year after prolonged illness. Like Chaupal, Mohan also belongs to the Scheduled Caste community. He joined the Maharashtra cadre of the IFS after MSc in geology from Lucknow University. He was, along with his wife, one of the host couples at the first consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in January 2024. Lucknow Chalo call by Mayawati for party boost Come October 9, the death anniversary of BSP ideologue Kanshi Ram, and party chief Mayawati would organise a mega rally in Lucknow. The move is an attempt to revive the party ahead of the next years Assembly elections. Mayawati will address the mega-rally for which at least two lakh workers from across UP are likely to convene at the Kanshi Ram Memorial, a significant site of Bahujan unity built during the tenure of BSP. In the past few weeks, she has reorganised the party structure and raised local issues, appearing more vocal than in the years before. The party is planning to bring at least one bus for four Assembly seats. Namita bajpai Our correspondent in Uttar Pradesh namita.bajpai@newindianexpress.com
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 .
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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 .
Number of women pilots in India rising, says Scindia; calls it 'revolutionary change'
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KOCHI: The BJP has complained to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and the Kochi City Police Commissioner, alleging that journalist Sidheeq Kappan violated his bail conditions by attending a solidarity meeting in Kochi in support of Rejaz M Sheeba Sydeek. The protest, organised at Vanchi Square on Saturday with the support of the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), demanded the release of Rejaz. Rejaz is a student activist and independent journalist from Kerala who was arrested in Nagpur last month. He was booked under Sections 38 and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) after allegedly criticising Operation Sindoor Indian military strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on social media, besides raising anti-India slogans. BJP leaders claimed that the event in Kochi was used for anti-national propaganda and was attended by individuals with Popular Front of India (PFI) links, including Kappan. The appellant shall not misuse his liberty in any manner and he shall not be in contact with any person(s) connected with the present controversy in question, the complaint said, quoting from the Supreme Courts bail order on Kappan. Kappan, arrested in 2020 while on his way to Hathras in Uttar Pradesh, spent nearly two years in jail under UAPA charges before being granted bail by the Supreme Court in September 2022. While relaxing his weekly police reporting requirement last year, the court made it clear that other bail conditions, including restrictions on contact with individuals linked to the case and surrender of his passport, would remain in force. The BJP complaint, submitted by party leaders including state spokesperson K V S. Haridas and Kochi district president Adv. K S Shaiju urged police action against Kappan and warned that allowing such meetings undermines law and order in the State.
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Rahul Gandhi, Uttar Pradesh Minister engage in heated exchange during meeting in Raebareli
The incident occurred during the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee meeting held at the Collectorate's Bachat Bhawan
Rahul Gandhi, UP minister engage in heated exchange during meeting in Raebareli
RAEBARELI: A high-level review meeting of key central schemes here saw a heated exchange between Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, and Uttar Pradesh Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh after the latter was told that members must seek the chair's permission before speaking. A video of the exchange at the September 11 meeting went viral on social media on Friday. The incident occurred during the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting held at the Collectorate's Bachat Bhawan. Amethi MP and DISHA co-chairperson Kishori Lal Sharma, several MLAs and block chiefs were also present at the meeting. Sharma told PTI that the confrontation arose when Singh began directly questioning officials. In DISHA meetings, members must seek the chair's permission before speaking. I reminded him of this procedure, just as all questions in the Lok Sabha are addressed through the Speaker, Sharma said. A minister should know parliamentary etiquette, he said, adding, The chief minister should take note of such conduct. What message does it send about cabinet discipline? Meanwhile, Singh, the minister of state (independent charge) for horticulture, posted a lengthy statement on social media in response to a viral photograph of Gandhi shaking hands with his son, also a local block chief. Singh alleged that Congress supporters circulated the image to troll him. My son should not have merely shaken hands but touched Rahul Gandhi's feet as a mark of respect since he is my age, he said. The minister claimed that he stood up and greeted Gandhi, but he did not shake hands with me. Calling for an end to the controversy, Singh wrote, Let us move forward in 'apni apni disha' (our own directions). The DISHA meeting was boycotted by expelled Samajwadi Party MLA from Unchahar, Manoj Kumar Pandey, over one of his proposals being denied indulgence, while an upset Lalganj block head Shivani Singh chose to skip it after her vehicle was allegedly denied entry into the collectorate premises. Singh, an MLC who hails from Raebareli and was formerly with the Congress, staged a demonstration against Gandhi, along with BJP workers, a day earlier, demanding an apology for allegedly derogatory remarks made against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother during a recent Congress rally in Bihar. BJP MLA from Raebareli (Sadar), Aditi Singh, told PTI that such spats don't behove a forum dedicated to development works. All elected and nominated public representatives take part in these meetings. Now you have every other platform for politics, 365 days for politics. But when you have such development-oriented meetings, it is best to stick to protocol and respectfully deal with issues related to the public. Regardless of party lines, it is important to discuss points of development in your constituency or area of work, she said. She said she would not comment on anyone's behaviour and underlined that all parties should focus on development issues. I don't like using such platforms for pushing agendas of politics, I prefer doing my work there, she added.
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AIZAWL: When a two-coach special train carrying railway officials arrived at the newly built platform near Sairang, 85-year-old Satwna stood motionless with his eyes fixed on the gleaming train that had just rolled in. His wrinkled hands trembled in excitement as he touched the metallic surface of the vistadome coach. For the first time in his life, the octogenarian from nearby Darlawng village who spent his entire lifetime in the hills of Mizoram had a glimpse of a train. I had heard about trains, but never thought that I would be able to see one rolling on my land. My dream came true, he said in the local Lushai language softly. Satwna has never been to any place outside Mizoram. He hoped people of his area could now easily move out of the hill state for jobs, education and advanced healthcare. With green hills sweeping into the misty air, buildings dotting the slopes and miles of bamboo and banana forests, Mizoram is considered one of the most beautiful yet remote states in India. But for the people of the hilly land, the dream of railway connectivity remained elusive for decades. The state had just 5 km of metre-gauge line from the Assam border to Bairabi in Kolasib district until the Bairabi-Sairang project was sanctioned in 2008-09. The Indian Railways has recently completed the 51.38 km new line connecting Bairabi with Sairang, about 17 km from capital city Aizawl and 15 km from Lengpui airport, linking Mizoram to the countrys rail network for the first time. Sairang railway station The project suffered delays due to numerous challenges, including landslide-prone difficult terrain, inclement weather, and lack of construction materials and workforce. Despite challenges, the project was fast-tracked with an eco-sensitive approach by constructing more tunnels and elevated viaducts to minimise on-site deforestation and destruction of habitats. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who had laid the foundation stone in 2014, is scheduled to inaugurate the newly built railway line on Saturday. Once the trains are flagged off, Mizoram will be the fourth northeastern state to have its capital linked to the national railway grid. Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw said it is a historic moment for Mizoram as the state gets connected to the railway network. The Prime Minister will also flag off three trains, including a Rajdhani Express to Delhi, tri-weekly to Kolkata and a daily Mizoram Express to Guwahati, he said. Engineering marvel Built at a cost of around Rs 8,000 crore, the railway line is not just historic, but also an engineering marvel after the Chenab rail section in the Kashmir valley and Pamban bridge in Tamil Nadu. The line snakes through 45 tunnels covering a distance of nearly 12.85 km, besides 55 major bridges, 87 minor bridges, five road overbridges and six road underbridges, a feat achieved in one of the most challenging terrains in the Northeast. One of the most iconic structures is the bridge No. 196, towering at 114 metres, taller than Delhis iconic Qutub Minar by 42 metres. Rising from the deep green valleys near Sairang station, it is now a signature symbol of the project. The longest tunnel (No. 40) stretches for more than 1.37 km. For railway engineers, the entire period of construction was a battle with nature. Even though the railways built over 200 km of road to carry construction materials to different locations for the 51.38 km new railway line, the construction team faced immense difficulties in getting materials transported. The tragic bridge collapse that killed 26 workers in 2023 also failed to dampen the spirit. One of the 45 tunnels along the railway line Principal chief engineer Vinod Kumar said the project was a challenging task in every aspect. The men and materials were sourced from various states. While crushed stones were brought from Assam, West Bengal and Jharkhand, sand was procured from Assam. The reinforcement rods were brought from Kolkata and the steel girders from Chhattisgarh, West Bengal and Maharashtra. Labourers were from West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh, he said. Carrying girders to the construction site was such a huge logistical challenge that, Kumar said, they had to carry them up to Bairabi using the rail network and then to different sites by making special transportation arrangements. Sometimes it took more than a month to complete a day's work due to the logistic issues, he said. Gateway to growth The Bairabi-Sairang railway line is expected to reshape the states economy by lowering transport costs, creating jobs and boosting tourism. The cost of commodities is estimated to fall by at least 20 per cent, making life in the state more affordable to the more than 12 lakh people of Mizoram. As per estimates, Mizorams Gross State Domestic Product will grow at an annual rate of Rs 500 crore to Rs 700 crore due to the railway connectivity. A village head C Zonunsanga said construction materials, vegetables, rice, and even petrol become costlier every time the highway gets blocked due to landslides. The railway connectivity is a major gift to the people of the region after Independence. We hope it will help our state and its citizens prosper, he said. Farmers also expect opportunities. Mizoram grows orange, guava and pineapple in abundance along with ginger and turmeric, but struggles to sell the produce outside the state. Currently, post-harvest losses due to poor transport in the Northeast average around 25 to 30 per cent. We often sell at throwaway prices because transport is costly and roads are unreliable. The income will definitely increase as the railway will extend direct access to other city markets, said Lalranthara Rama, a local. A view of the city of Aizawl Apart from the logistics, the new railway line is set to give a much needed boost to the states tourism sector. The state government estimates that tourist arrivals would increase by 50 per cent within the next five years, an influx that would drive up sales in hotels, homestays, handicraft markets and transport services. The new line will bring in more visitors as travel to Aizawl has always been expensive and tiring. With trains, tourists can reach faster through Assam. It will help local youths get jobs, said Amuana Tlau, a car driver. While many welcomed the economic opportunities the new rail link promises, sections of the population expressed fears about cultural dilution and demographic changes. Some also flagged concerns over the social impact due to the increased migration. We have been waiting for better connectivity for decades. It will make goods cheaper, travel easier and transcend business. Simultaneously, we are worried about the influx of outsiders. We want development without affecting our Mizo identity, said VT Muani, a waiter. Officials, however, stressed that improved connectivity will help create jobs and boost the states economy. General manager of North East Frontier Railway Chetan Shrivastava said the rain line will ease passenger movement, cut freight costs and lessen the states reliance on fragile road links. It has been planned to flag off at least three trains on the day of inauguration. The number of trains will increase depending on the volume of traffic. There are plans to expand the line further up to the Myanmar border for which a survey is underway, Shrivastava added.
21% MPs, MLAs, MLCs have dynastic background; highest presence in Lok Sabha: ADR
The Congress has the highest share at 32%, followed by the BJP at 18%. The CPI(M) has the lowest, with just 8% of its members from political families. Among States, Uttar Pradesh tops in absolute numbers with 141 dynasts, followed by Maharashtra (129), Bihar (96) and Karnataka (94)
'People might take to streets': Akhilesh's dire warning on vote chori row; points to Nepal unrest
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has accused the Election Commission and the government of enabling vote theft, warning of potential Nepal-like street protests in India if such practices continue unchecked. Speaking in Lucknow, Yadav cited past Uttar Pradesh polls, alleging caste-based appointments of officials and instances of election manipulation in Rampur, Mirapur, and Ayodhya.
Govt announces annual licensing policy for opium poppy cultivation for 2025-26 crop year
The government has announced its licensing policy for opium poppy cultivation in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh for the 2025-26 crop year, increasing the number of eligible farmers by 23.5% to approximately 1.21 lakh.
Uttar Pradesh woman on Pashupatinath pilgrimage in Nepal dies in arson
LUCKNOW: Nepals ongoing unrest turned a Ghaziabad familys pilgrimage to the Pashupatinath temple into tragedy after rioters set fire to a luxury hotel in Kathmandu where they were staying, leaving a woman dead. Dozens of Indian tourists are stranded in the violence-hit country. Ramveer Singh Gola, 58, never knew that a spiritual sojourn with his wife Rajesh Gola would become her journey to the heavenly abode. He travelled to Kathmandu to visit the Pashupatinath temple on September 7. On September 8, violent protests broke out in the Himalayan state demanding transparency in governance and lifting of the ban on social media platforms. The deadly night of September 9 proved to be the nemesis of the Golas as their five-star hotel was set ablaze during the violent protests. Demonstrators tried to storm parliament and torched various government and private establishments as the agitation turned violent. According to relatives, Ramveer Gola and his wife were staying on the upper floor of the hotel when protesters set the lower floors on fire. In panic, Ramveer attempted to rescue his wife to safety using a curtain, but she slipped from his grasp and fell, sustaining severe injuries. She was rushed to the hospital but succumbed on the way due to excessive bleeding and injuries. On Friday morning at 10:30 am, family members brought her body to their residence in Master Colony, Ghaziabad. As per family sources, the violent mob stormed the hotel and set it on fire. As the stairways filled with smoke, Ramveer broke the windowpane, tied sheets, and jumped onto a mattress, while Rajesh Gola slipped while trying to climb down and fell heavily on her back. According to the account of Vishal, the elder son of the Golas, communication blackouts hampered their search. For two days, we didnt know about their whereabouts. Finally, my father was found in a relief camp, but my mother died in the hospital, he said while talking to media persons. The son also alleged that he received minimal support from the Indian embassy. Meanwhile, several groups of UP pilgrims remain stranded in Nepal as violent protests continue to disrupt normal life in the Himalayan nation. The India-Nepal border in Maharajganj witnessed a surge of returning tourists as many cut short their trips amid escalating unrest. A group of 10 pilgrims from Muzaffarnagar, in western UP, who had travelled to visit the Pashupatinath temple, have been confined to their hotel for the past three days. The group includes local BJP leader Sunil Kumar Tayal, who has sought assistance from state minister Kapil Dev Aggarwal. Similarly, nine pilgrims from Ayodhya, who set out on the Mansarovar pilgrimage, are stranded in Hilsa at the Nepal-China border. Most of them were preparing to return, but the arson and unrest in Nepal closed the routes. However, according to available information, all the pilgrims are safe and in contact with their families. Ayodhya DM Nikhil Tikaram Funde told media persons that he was observing the situation and was trying to ensure the safe exit of the pilgrims. Nine individuals departed from Ayodhya on September 1 to visit Kailash Mansarovar. On their return journey, they got stuck in Nepal after passing through China. Although their families claim to be in contact with them, efforts are underway to bring them back safely by coordinating with the Indian Embassy in Nepal, said the DM. Those stranded in Nepal include Sushil Rajpal, Chaman Singh, Madan Jaiswal, Vikas Gupta, Ramakant Yadav, Shailendra Agrahari, Anoop Kumar Singh, Prakash Srivastava, and Hari Shyam Tripathi.
Mauritius PM offers prayers at Ram temple in Ayodhya
Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam visited the Ram temple in Ayodhya and was welcomed by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. During his visit, UP Cabinet Minister Surya Pratap Shahi highlighted the cultural connection between Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Mauritius.
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.
Excess rain shrinks Indias green gram, black matpe yield, hurts quality
Higher precipitation dents pulses crop prospects across Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra and Telangana
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.
