President Murmu appoints BJP MP Dinesh Sharma as Lt Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands
President Droupadi Murmu has appointed BJP MP Dinesh Sharma as the Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Rashtrapati Bhavan said Saturday. The 62-year-old BJP leader, a former Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister and Lucknow mayor, will assume office from the date he takes charge, succeeding the outgoing administrator.
India weather today: The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rainfall across many Indian states. Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are also expected in numerous regions. States like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh will experience significant weather events. Arunachal Pradesh and Assam will see heavy showers along with lightning. The weather agency warns of strong winds and squally conditions in the Arabian Sea.
CM Yogi to visit Chitrakoot, distribute relief material to 800 flood-affected families
Lucknow, Sep 6 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will visit Chitrakoot district on Sunday to take stock of the situation in flood-affected areas and review relief and rehabilitation measures undertaken by the administration. During his visit, the Chief Minister will distribute relief material among 800 families affected by the recent floods. He will also provide land allocation certificates to families rendered homeless by the disaster, enabling them to secure land for residential use. In addition, eligible flood-affected families will receive financial assistance from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to help them recover from flood losses. The Chief Minister is expected to review the ground situation and assess the effectiveness of relief operations being carried out in the district. As part of his programme, CM Yogi will conduct an aerial survey of the flood-hit areas of Chitrakoot. The survey will enable him to assess the extent of flooding, damage to infrastructure and the condition of affected settlements. He will subsequently visit a night shelter, where he will interact directly with flood victims and listen to their concerns and difficulties. The Chief Minister is expected to seek information from affected residents regarding their immediate requirements and the assistance being provided by government agencies. Officials will also brief him on relief, rescue and rehabilitation efforts in the district. Several public representatives and dignitaries are scheduled to be present during the Chief Ministers visit. They include Minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi, District Panchayat Administrator Ashok Jatav, Chitrakoot Dham Karwi Municipal Council Chairman Narendra Gupta and Manikpur MLA Avinash Chandra Dwivedi, along with other officials and dignitaries. The visit is expected to provide an opportunity for the state government to directly review flood relief measures and address the concerns of affected families. The Chief Minister is also expected to review the ongoing operations and ensure that affected families receive timely assistance.
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Tensions Rise in Uttar Pradesh Following Mosque Demolition, Claims Congress Leader
Ajay Rai of the Congress party criticizes the Uttar Pradesh government for creating fear and tension after a mosque was demolished in Saharanpur. Tensions Rise in Uttar Pradesh Following Mosque Demolition, Claims Congress Leader
Census 2027: UP headcount shifted to Dec-Jan, decks for assembly polls cleared
Tigress, three cubs bring traffic to a standstill on Katarniaghat road
Age no bar, Rachna hits bullseye with a golden return at 65
Delhi-based gang involved in 4 chain-snatching cases busted; 2 held
1.677 kg hydroponic weed worth Rs 1.67 crore seized at Lucknow airport
4 workers killed as crusher plant machinery collapses in Mirzapur
Bulldozer politics weakening UPs social harmony: Cong
Girl consumes rat poison instead of pain killer, dies
Minor on way to coaching centre hit by truck, dies
FIR lodged in Deoria over 10L cryptocurrency fraud
Woman among three held in 93 lakh cryptocurrency fraud
Yogi leads Janmashtami rituals amid festive joy, fancy dress parade
Kashi glows in devotion as Janmashtami celebrations fill city with chants, music & colour
BHU transfers tech for commercial production of high-protein mungbean seeds
Five arrested over religious conversion bid at Azamgarh prayer meet
People heave sigh of relief as Ganga shows declining trend
Teachers trade chalk & dusters for racing track at Kashi college
CM Yogi Adityanath Extends Heartfelt Teachers Day Wishes to All Teachers
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath extended his greetings and best wishes to all gurus and teachers on the occasion of Teachers Day.
No janata darshan, but CM meets, greets kids with toys, candies
Political lens prevents critics from seeing education reforms in UP since 2017: CM
Flood-hit UP dists down from 45 a decade back to 14 now: Yogi
Students take charge of school on Teachers Day
Headmaster beaten for punishing girl over being late; FIR lodged
Teen accidentally shoots self while filming reel
KP Singh appointed new VC of Gorakhpur Univ, Tandon denied extension
Owaisi condemns mosque demolition in Uttar Pradesh
NCR records double-digit growth in freight loading
42nd foundation day of Chandrashekhar Keishak Samiti celebrated
Ganga water level rises by 5 cm in Unnao, flood water continues to disrupt daily life in Shuklaganj
MP reviews road condition, asks officials to ensure quality work
Despite predictions of showers, city remained largely dry
JK & Iskcon temple light up as city celebrates Janmashtami
Over 100 houses inundate as Pandu river rises in Bidhnu
Prof SP Rath of IIT-K conferred the National Award
18-month-old girl drowns after falling into water tank in Hamirpur
Fake job racket busted in Jhansi; 8 held, 53 rescued
MP and Kanpur XI to clash in festival cricket match for Green Park Gaurav Cup today
32-yr-old man found dead by roadside in Rawatpur
2 killed as gas cylinder-laden truck hits bike
Villagers rescue two youths swept away in swollen Doonar river
3 teens die after bus rams motorbike in Kannauj
Woman killed, husband & son injured in clash over dumping cow dung in Banda
Man held for pushing wife into Ganga over illicit relationship, search underway
City soaked in Krishna devotion: Janmashtami celebrated with fervour
Kaushambi blast: Prime accuseds brother held, house demolished
Twin rivers recede, but uncertainty continues for low-lying areas
Allotment of CMOs official residence sparks concern, doctors body meets DM
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Two nabbed with firecrackers, explosives in Kaushambi
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PDA dig, 4Cs focus: Tawde begins mission UP
Vinod Tawde begins his Uttar Pradesh assignment with a focus on the 2027 Assembly elections. He directly challenged Akhilesh Yadav's PDA social coalition narrative. Tawde emphasized teamwork and collective leadership within the BJP organization. His immediate focus includes coordination, cadres, caste, and candidature for key constituencies. The BJP aims to strengthen its position in underperforming areas.
Nefarious political calculations behind Census advance: Congress
New Delhi: The Congress on Saturday, September 5, accused the Modi government of shoddy planning in advancing the population enumeration exercise in states likely to go to polls early next year and alleged that some nefarious political calculations were behind the move. Population enumeration for Census 2027 will take place in Goa, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab 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 .
UP Census advanced to Dec-Jan, clearing decks ahead of 2027 assembly polls
Census: Population enumeration in 4 poll-bound states from Dec 1, 2026 to Jan 4, 2027
Population enumeration for Census 2027 will occur in Goa and Uttar Pradesh. Punjab and parts of Uttarakhand will also participate in this exercise. Citizens can opt for self-enumeration before the main enumeration begins. This census aims to collect demographic and economic data from households. The exercise was postponed from 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chirag Paswan Files Complaint Against Swatantra Bhardwaj, Demands Action Over Alleged Name Misuse
Union Minister Chirag Paswan and his Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) have distanced themselves from Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj and filed a complaint accusing him of falsely using Paswans name. The controversy stems from Bhardwajs alleged claims about assaulting the father of a student activist during a CJP protest in July. Paswan demanded strict action and an impartial investigation, while assuring support to the victims family. Meanwhile, Delhi Police detained Bhardwaj in Uttar Pradesh after CJP protesters demanded his arrest. Political leaders including Chandrashekhar Azad and Pappu Yadav also met police officials.
Uttar Pradesh 2027: first big test of BJP after Gen Z protests
BJPs2024 Lok Sabha setback, youth discontent and Akhilesh Yadavs PDAstrategy have opened a new political space in Uttar Pradesh, but the partysstrong organisationand Yogi Adityanaths appeal make the 2027 election a closely contested fight
Uttar Pradesh 2027: first big test of BJP after Gen Z protests
BJPs2024 Lok Sabha setback, youth discontent and Akhilesh Yadavs PDAstrategy have opened a new political space in Uttar Pradesh, but the partysstrong organisationand Yogi Adityanaths appeal make the 2027 election a closely contested fight
Saharanpur mosque row escalates: BJP says legal action, Oppn alleges Constitutional violation (Lead)
Saharanpur, Sep 5 (IANS) A mosque demolished by the Uttar Pradesh administration at the Saharanpur Collectorate on Saturday has triggered a political confrontation. While the Opposition leaders are questioning the legality and timing of the action, the BJP maintained that the demolition was carried out strictly in accordance with law after the courts rejected the Muslim sides appeal. The administration demolished the structure after the City Magistrate had declared it an illegal construction on government land within the Collectorate premises. A subsequent appeal by the mosque committee was dismissed by the District and Sessions Court, paving the way for the demolition. Heavy security was deployed around the complex, with personnel from the police, Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) and Rapid Reaction Force (RRF) stationed in the area. DIG Abhishek Singh said the action was being carried out in accordance with the City Magistrates order, which had been upheld after the mosque committees appeal was rejected. The demolition, however, quickly became a political flashpoint in western Uttar Pradesh. Congress MP Imran Masood alleged that the action violated constitutional and legal safeguards. He argued that the mosque had existed for decades and claimed that land records, Waqf registration and the principle of Waqf by User had not been adequately considered. Masood said the matter would be challenged before the Allahabad High Court and the Supreme Court. Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan, who was stopped from travelling to Saharanpur and placed under house arrest, called the demolition shameful. She alleged that authorities had acted hastily without giving the Muslim side adequate time to pursue legal remedies. Invoking the Places of Worship Act and Waqf by User, she said the action amounted to a mockery of law and order. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav also condemned the demolition, saying those who disrespect other faiths cannot claim to be true followers of Sanatan Dharma. He invoked the principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam and accused the government of giving the issue a communal colour. BSP supremo Mayawati urged the Yogi Adityanath government to immediately stop what she described as the hurried demolition of mosques declared illegal. She called for alternative measures to resolve such disputes and stressed that a constitutional, secular government must protect religious places and maintain harmony. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi questioned whether constitutional guarantees of religious freedom still applied to Muslims. He claimed records existed showing the mosques long-standing presence and said the matter should not be settled through bulldozers. The BJP, however, rejected the political framing of the controversy. BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi said government agencies were acting according to law and that structures should be judged on whether they are legal or illegal, rather than through their religious identity. With rival political narratives now firmly in place, the Saharanpur demolition has emerged as a fresh flashpoint over religious freedom, property rights, due process and the use of administrative powers in Uttar Pradesh, said political analysts.
UP Cooperative Bank Admit Card 2026 Released: Download Call Letter
The Uttar Pradesh Co-operative Institutional Service Board (UPCISB) has released the UP Cooperative Bank Admit Card 2026 for candidates appearing in the Combined Co-operative Banking and Technical Services Examination (Special Recruitment) 2026. The admit card was made available on September 5,
Uttar Pradesh Special TET 2026 OTR Registration Starts: Check Schedule Here
UP Special TET 2026 registration begins today, September 5. Check eligibility, important dates, application fee and steps to apply online.
UP Launches UPCOS For 3.5 Lakh Outsourced Workers, Promises Timely Salaries, EPF And Job Protection
Uttar Pradesh has launched UPCOS to bring recruitment, salaries, social security and grievances of 3.5 lakh outsourced workers under one transparent system.
Adani Defence signs ammunition supply pact for India-made AK-203 assault rifles
Adani Defence & Aerospace has signed a five-year agreement with Indo-Russian Rifles Pvt Ltd to supply India-made 7.62x39 mm ammunition for AK-203 assault rifles manufactured in Uttar Pradesh. The pact links domestic rifle and ammunition production, strengthening the local supply chain for the India-Russia programme while supporting the governments push for greater self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
Adani Defence signs 5-year ammunition supply pact for AK-203 rifles
Adani Defence & Aerospace has signed a five-year agreement with Indo-Russian Rifles Pvt Ltd to supply indigenously produced 7.62x39 mm ammunition for AK-203 assault rifles being manufactured in India, creating an integrated domestic supply chain for the India-Russia rifle programme. Under the agreement, Adani Defence will supply the small-calibre ammunition required for the AK-203 programme for five years, providing an Indian source of supply and supporting continuity of ammunition availability over the contract period, according to the company. The pact brings together rifle production by Indo-Russian Rifles, or IRRPL, and ammunition manufacturing by Adani Defence, linking two parts of the AK-203 programme within India's defence manufacturing ecosystem. IRRPL was established in 2019 under an India-Russia intergovernmental agreement to manufacture AK-203 rifles for the Indian Armed Forces. Its manufacturing facility is located at Korwa in Uttar Pradesh's Amethi district. The joint
NIA chargesheets 13 accused in espionage case involving sensitive installations
UPTET 2026 Special Exam Announced: Check Exam Date, OTR and Application Details
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the schedule for the Special UPTET 2026 examination, offering eligible candidates an additional chance to obtain the mandatory Teacher Eligibility Test qualification. The special UPTET exam will be held on November
Uttar Pradesh: Haanji jihadiyon, abbu aa gaye (Jihadis, your daddy has arrived), far-right leader Sonu Sharma said. He is a member of the Hindu Raksha Dal, headed by Pinky Bhaiya. He called for violent attacks on Muslim men allegedly engaged in love jihad. A resident of Khoda in Uttar Pradeshs Ghaziabad district, he has released 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 .
Asaduddin Owaisi accuses BJP of targeting mosques, graveyards
Hyderabad: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday, September 5, accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of targeting mosques, graveyards and houses for political gains. Owaisis remark comes in the wake of the demolition of a mosque inside the District Magistrates office complex in Uttar Pradeshs Saharanpur earlier on Saturday, a day 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 .
'SPs PDA means 'Paraya Dhan Apna', says Vinod Tawde in swipe at Akhilesh Yadav
Lucknow, September 5 (IANS) Upon arriving in Lucknow for the first time on Saturday after being appointed as BJP's Uttar Pradesh in-charge, Vinod Tawde, who is also the party's National General Secretary, hit out at Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav, remarking that the SP's PDA slogan stands for Paraya Dhan Apna (appropriating others' wealth as ones own). Senior BJP leaders, including BJP UP President Pankaj Chaudhary, State General Secretary (Organization) Dharmpal Singh, State General Secretary Sanjay Rai, and State Office In-charge Govind Narayan Shukla, and workers welcomed Tawde at the airport upon his arrival in the city. Speaking to reporters here, Vinod Tawde attacked Akhilesh Yadav, saying: Slogans of SP-PDA will be thwarted by us. PDA and SP mean 'Paraya Dhan Apna'. NDA will never let this happen. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP has become the world's largest political party, while Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is accelerating the pace of development in Uttar Pradesh. Under the guidance of the party's UP chief Pankaj Chaudhary, NDA workers in the state would contest the upcoming Assembly elections with full vigor and secure victory, he asserted, while adding that the BJP would once again enter the electoral fray with a resolve to dedicate the next five years to the people of the state. Meanwhile, Tawde had previously conveyed a clear message to the workers regarding his reception at the airport, advising them to avoid gathering crowds on the streets, putting up posters and hoardings, or staging shows of strength. He noted that such actions inconvenience the general public and disrupt traffic. He had a clear message: The organisation should focus on grassroots work rather than the politics of optics. During his two-day stay in Lucknow, the BJP's newly-appointed UP in-charge will initiate a series of meetings to sharpen the organisation's election preparations. He is scheduled to hold an organisational review meeting with state President Pankaj Chaudhary and General Secretary (Organization) Dharmpal Singh. Subsequently, Vinod Tawde will meet the state office bearers to review party campaigns, organisational activities, and future action plans. He is also expected to participate in a high-level core committee meeting with Chief Minister Adityanath and Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak. Discussions will focus on the state's current political landscape, coordination between the government and the organization, and the strategy for the upcoming assembly elections.
Saharanpur Mosque Demolished After Court Order; Heavy Security Deployed, SP MP Under House Arrest
A mosque inside Uttar Pradeshs Saharanpur District Magistrate office complex was demolished after a court upheld an earlier order declaring the structure illegal. The City Magistrate had declared the mosque illegal on government land and imposed a 6.41 crore penalty. The District Judges court upheld the order on September 2 after 17 hearings. The demolition took place amid heavy security, with PAC, RAF and additional police deployed. Meanwhile, Kairana MP Iqra Hasan was reportedly placed under house arrest, while the Samajwadi Party and Akhilesh Yadav questioned the action and stressed the importance of communal harmony
