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UP govt asks to incorporate newspaper reading in schools
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has issued guidelines directing all secondary and basic primary schools in the state to incorporate newspaper reading as a mandatory daily activity for students. The initiative aims at strengthening reading culture among students and reducing excessive screen time. An order issued by Additional Chief Secretary (Secondary and Basic Primary Education) 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 .
Around 70 Teams From 26 States & Six UTs To Participate In Junior National Kho Kho In Karnataka
Junior National Kho Kho Championship: Around 35 boys' and as many girls' teams are expected to participate in the 44th Junior National Kho Kho Championship 2025-26, scheduled from Dec 31 to January 4 at Gunjur, Bengaluru. Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, Puducherry, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, and Delhi are the Union Territories participating in the Championship. Apart from States, teams representing recognised Kho Kho Associations like Kolhapur, Vidarbha, and Madhya Bharat will also battle it out for the title in the Championship, which will be on the league-cum-knockout basis. All eyes would be on Maharashtra, which won both the boys and girls' titles in the 43rd Junior National Kho Kho Championship held at Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, in 2024. The pre-quarterfinal matches in both boys and girls categories will be held in the morning, while quarterfinal matches will be held in the afternoon on January 3. On January 4, the semifinals would be conducted in the morning and the finals after that. Both boys and girls teams have been divided into 8 groups each, the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) informed in a release onFriday. Other than referees, as many as 25 officials, including technical officials, coaches, and officials from the association, have been deployed for the preparations and smooth conduct of the Championship. Arrangements for the boarding and lodging of players have been made within a 3-4 km vicinity of the stadium, and 10 buses have been deployed for their conveyance, said Lokeshwara, President of Karnataka State Kho Kho Association. The Championship is being held at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Stadium in Gunjur. It is a festival of Kho Kho in which young talents from all across the country compete for the title. It is also a platform for junior talents to showcase their skills. Identification of the talent and its recognition plays an important role in promoting sport and sportspersons as we religiously aim for Kho Khos inclusion in Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and Olympics, said Sudhanshu Mittal, President, Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI). General Secretary, KKFI, Upkar Singh Virk said, All preparations are in place for the smooth conduct of the Championship. Our focus is on the development of athletes and infrastructure. It is a festival of Kho Kho in which young talents from all across the country compete for the title. It is also a platform for junior talents to showcase their skills. Identification of the talent and its recognition plays an important role in promoting sport and sportspersons as we religiously aim for Kho Khos inclusion in Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and Olympics, said Sudhanshu Mittal, President, Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI). Also Read: Live Cricket Score India will host the first Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship from March 9-14, 2026, the 58th Senior National Kho Kho Championship (Men & Women) 2025-26 from January 11-15, 2026, in Kazipet, Telangana, and the 35th Sub-Junior National Kho Kho Championship (Boys & Girls) 2025-26 in Kurukshetra, Haryana, from January 31, 2026, to February 4, 2026. Article Source: IANS
Culture: Maha Kumbh, 150 Years Of Vande Mataram, UNESCO Tag For Deepavali In 2025
New Delhi, Dec 26: From the Maha Kumbh in January-February to the launch of year-long celebrations of 150 years of Vande Mataram in November it was a packed calendar for the Ministry of Culture in 2025. The year ended on a high note with Deepavali, the festival of lights, earning the UNESCO tag. Indias cultural heritage was showcased at the Maha Kumbh through Kalagram in the tent city at Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh. Set up in a sprawling 10.24-acre [] The post Culture: Maha Kumbh, 150 Years Of Vande Mataram, UNESCO Tag For Deepavali In 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
From tuitions to topsoil, how a Firozabad teacher built a vermicompost micro-enterprise
Backed by a 5 lakh loan under the Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Vikas Udyami Yojana, Rathore sets up a low-cost, training-led compost unit that supplies local farmers.
A forest department officer was injured during a wild boar rescue operation in Badaun, Uttar Pradesh. The animal attacked Shivam Pratap Singh, knocking him down and repeatedly charging. Eyewitnesses described the sudden and aggressive nature of the attack. Despite efforts to fend off the boar, the officer sustained injuries and was hospitalized.
This north Indian state wants students to read newspapers again
Uttar Pradesh schools will now mandate newspaper reading for students, aiming to foster reading habits, critical thinking, and reduce screen time. The initiative encourages daily reading of both Hindi and English newspapers, with students sharing key points during morning assemblies. This move seeks to enhance general knowledge, vocabulary, and awareness of current affairs, while also promoting empathy and civic engagement.
BLO hangs self in UP's Sitapur, family alleges intense pressure due to workload
A Booth Level Officer in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly died by suicide in his rented room. Identified as Umesh, he was reportedly under pressure due to his recent assignment as a BLO for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. While family members cite work pressure, the exact cause remains under investigation.
Aligarh Teacher's Killers Kept Shooting Him In The Head Even After He Died
Two days after a teacher was shot dead on the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) campus in Uttar Pradesh, CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced.
Schools Closed In These Uttar Pradesh Districts As Cold Wave Grips State
UP School Holidays: The decision has been taken to ensure the safety of students amid a sharp drop in temperatures and near-zero visibility during morning hours.
ED registers money laundering case against preacher Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan
The ED action is based on a First Information Report registered by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (UP ATS).
ED books preacher Shamsul Huda Khan in money laundering case
NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has registered a money laundering case against Islamic preacher Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan, presently based in the United Kingdom, and has initiated an investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The action by the ED is based on an FIR registered by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (UP ATS). According to the ED, Khan, a native of Azamgarh, is accused of promoting radical ideology and engaging in illegal funding activities under the cover of religious education. Investigators allege that he received and routed funds worth several crores of rupees through multiple bank accounts in India and abroad. Official records indicate that Khan was appointed as an assistant teacher in a government-aided madrasa in 1984. Despite acquiring British citizenship in 2013 and residing overseas, he allegedly continued to draw a salary from 2013 to 2017 without discharging any teaching duties. The ED has found that Khan maintained 78 bank accounts in India and acquired more than a dozen immovable properties valued at over Rs 30 crore. He is also accused of channelling funds to several madrasas through his NGO, Raja Foundation, as well as through personal accounts. He had established two madrasas in Azamgarh and Sant Kabir Nagar, the registrations of which were subsequently cancelled by the competent authorities. Investigating agencies have stated that his links with radical organisations based in the United Kingdom are under examination. Further, as per available information, he had also visited Pakistan, and his alleged contacts with extremist organisations there are being probed. He is believed to be a member of the Pakistani radical organisation Dawat-e-Islami The ED is currently examining the funding network, foreign linkages, and assets associated with the accused as part of the ongoing investigation. Muslim cleric booked over alleged anti-national activities, foreign funding violations
Two sisters in Lucknow died by suicide after allegedly being distraught over their pet dog's deteriorating health. The women, aged 22 and 24, reportedly consumed poison. Police are investigating the incident, noting the siblings also had mental health issues and were deeply attached to their ailing German Shepherd.
Yes Bank faces 3.3 crore GST penalty from Uttar Pradesh Tax Department
The penalty was imposed under Section 73 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 and the Uttar Pradesh Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017
UP Man Kills Wife For Owning 'Secret' Phone, Buries Body In Pit Behind Home
A man killed his wife for secretly using a mobile phone and then buried her body in a pit behind their house in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur. The man misled the police by telling them that his wife died by suicide.
Newspaper reading now a must for students in UP government schools
Uttar Pradesh schools will now make newspaper reading compulsory for students. A 10-minute slot during morning assembly will be dedicated to reading news, aiming to boost general knowledge, improve vocabulary, and foster critical thinking. This initiative seeks to reduce screen time and cultivate informed, empathetic citizens aware of local and global events.
UP Man Shoots 20-Year-Old Woman Who Refused His Advances, Dies By Suicide
A 20-year-old woman was shot dead by a man who later committed suicide in an apparent case of unrequited love in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat on Thursday, police said.
Bajrang Dal, VHP recite Hanuman Chalisa outside church in Bareilly on Christmas eve
As the world celebrates Christmas Eve on December 24, members of Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) decided to recite Hanuman Chalisa in front of Bishop Conrad School, a prominent church located at the Cantonment area of Uttar Pradeshs Bareilly district. The whole episode took place in police presence. A video has surfaced on 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 .
BJP proud to have torn down Article 370 wall: PM Modi
LUCKNOW: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the BJP was proud that its government got the opportunity to ear down the wall of Article 370. Modi said this after inaugurating the Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow on the 101st birth anniversary of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Addressing a public gathering after the inauguration, Modi said, The BJP is proud that our government had the opportunity to tear down the wall of Article 370. He added that the legacy of good governance created by the BJP-led NDA government was now being taken to new heights at both the Centre and state levels. We must not forget how after Independence, a tendency developed to attribute every positive achievement to a single family, he said. The prime minister said his government had made Pt Deendayal Upadhyaya's Antyodaya vision its mission to ensure that government schemes reached all the poor without discrimination. Before 2014, about 25 crore people were covered under social security schemes, while today this number has increased to 95 crore, he said. Modi also said the day was not far when Uttar Pradesh's defence corridor would be known globally for defence manufacturing. PM Modi was accompanied by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other senior leaders. He was warmly welcomed by people who waved the tricolour and raised slogans in his honour. The Rashtra Prerna Sthal, a landmark national memorial complex dedicated to the life and ideals of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, features 65-foot-high bronze statues of Vajpayee, Syama Prasad Mookerjee and Pt Deendayal Upadhyaya. It also houses a state-of-the-art museum designed in a lotus-shaped structure spread over 98,000 square feet. After the inauguration, Modi, along with other leaders, visited the museum and viewed the displays showcasing the contributions of Vajpayee, Mookerjee and Upadhyaya.
Modi Realising Indias Vision Envisaged By Mookerjee, Upadhyaya, Vajpayee: Rajnath Singh
Lucknow, Dec 25: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said the vision of India envisaged by BJPs ideologues Syama Prasad Mookerjee, Deendayal Upadhyaya and Atal Bihari Vajpayee is being realised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing a rally at the inaugural event of the Rashtra Prerna Sthal here on Vajpayees birth anniversary, Singh, who is also the sitting Lok Sabha MP from Lucknow, welcomed the prime minister and greeted Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. [] The post Modi Realising Indias Vision Envisaged By Mookerjee, Upadhyaya, Vajpayee: Rajnath Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Uttar Pradesh: Teacher shot dead on Aligarh Muslim University campus
A 43-year-old school teacher was shot dead by unidentified assailants inside the Aligarh Muslim University campus in Uttar Pradesh, triggering panic among students and staff. Police have launched an investigation and are scanning CCTV footage to identify the attackers
'Youll know me now': Gunman told Aligarh Muslim University teacher before shooting him in head
A school teacher at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) was shot dead by unidentified assailants inside the university campus on Wednesday night, triggering panic among students and staff and prompting a large-scale police investigation. The deceased has been identified as Rao Danish Ali, a computer science teacher at the ABK Union High School of AMU, where he had been teaching for the past 11 years. According to police, the incident took place around 8.509 pm near the library canteen, close to the universitys central library, under the Civil Lines police station limits. Danish was sitting and walking with two colleagues when two men arrived on a scooter and threatened them with pistols. The assailants then opened fire, shooting Danish at least three times, including twice in the head. It is alleged that one of the attackers said before firing, Danish, now you will know me, while another version quoted him as saying, You dont know me yet, now you will. He was immediately rushed to Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, where he succumbed to his injuries during treatment. Senior Superintendent of Police Neeraj Jadon later confirmed that both attackers fired at the teacher and fled the scene. Confirming the incident, AMU Proctor Professor Mohd. Wasim Ali said the university received information about a shooting near the library around 9 pm. Around 9 pm, we received information that there had been a shooting near the library and that a man had been injured and was being taken for medical treatment... We learned that the man who had been shot has been identified as Rao Danish Ali, and he was a teacher at the ABK School of the university. He was shot in the head... He died there at the medical college, he told. The proctor added that the exact number of shots fired was still unclear, with some accounts suggesting three shots and others claiming as many as five. Later in the night, AMU Vice Chancellor Naima Khatoon reached the medical college and assured strict action in the matter. Police officials said multiple teams have been formed to investigate the case. SP Mayank Pathak stated that CCTV footage from the campus and surrounding areas is being scanned and that all possible angles, including personal enmity, are being examined. He added that the police are gathering information from the victims family and assured that the accused would be arrested soon. According to officials, at least six police teams have been pressed into service to trace the attackers. The murder came hours after Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath spoke in the state Assembly about the states law-and-order situation. An atmosphere of security is essential for every person. Today, every person can say that investment is coming to UP because of the improved security environment, the Chief Minister said. Taking a swipe at the Samajwadi Party, he added, I would like to say to the Samajwadi Party and the opposition, tu idhar udhar ki baatein mat kar, yah toh bata ki yeh kaafila kyu loota... The Samajwadi Party became scattered and disorganised. It created an identity crisis for the entire state. Who was responsible for the dance of anarchy that was unleashed? CM Yogi further asserted that the rule of law prevails in Uttar Pradesh and that there are no communal riots. If anyone wants to know how rioters are dealt with, they should ask the maulana from Bareilly. There is neither a curfew nor any riot now. Everything is fine in Uttar Pradesh. This is the new UP, he said. Further details in the AMU shooting case are awaited as the investigation continues. (With input from agencies)
UP: Agra zone police launch 'Operation Jagriti' phase-5 to strengthen womens safety and empowerment
Agra Zone Police's Operation Jagriti is making strides in women's empowerment and safety, focusing on victim support, cyber harassment prevention, and reducing elopement cases. Phase-5, involving various departments and UNICEF, has reached over 5.5 lakh people through grassroots awareness drives. Previous phases showed significant drops in elopement and crimes against women.
Yogi: Bulldozers will act against anyone encroaching on govt land
20K domestic workers gain skill certs
Cops, fireman honoured by TOI, NBT for excellence
Ponzi scam: ED to summon kingpin, associates
Teenager dies after being shot under suspicious circumstances in Ayodhya
Every police station in UP now has trained cyber staff: DGP
Ex-DGP chosen for fair recruitment: CM
Pollution to blame for prolonged throat ills
Kumar Vishwas pays poetic tribute to former PM
Leave House: Chair orders Oppn leader
Seven of fake degree gang on police radar
KGMU doctors treat life-threatening complication after gallbladder surgery
Sports field is the greatest school of life: Rajeshwar
Copper wire stolen from solar tank
BJP-SP clash over lekhpal recruitment
No decision yet on privatisation of UP power sector: Min
Teacher Out For A Walk Shot Dead, Twice In Head, At Aligarh University
A school teacher was shot dead Wednesday at the Aligarh Muslim University campus in Uttar Pradesh.
In a shocking incident from Uttar Pradesh, a teacher at Aligarh Muslim University was shot in the head by unknown miscreants. As per some reports, multiple bullets were fired. The deceased man is identified as Rao Danish Ali, who was a teacher at the ABK School of the university.
Uttar Pradesh: Girl thrashed by dad over affair with cousin, dies
A 16-year-old girl's body was discovered under mysterious circumstances in Sachendi village, days after her father allegedly beat her for an affair with a cousin. While her father claims suicide, police are investigating the cause of death, preserving viscera due to unclear postmortem findings. A dupatta was found tied around her neck.
UP candidate among top 12 scoring 100 percentile in CAT; 4 scored 99.99
CM Yogi commends Galgotias Universitys global rankings and its innovations
Excelsior Correspondent LUCKNOW, Dec 24: Uttar Pradeshs rapidly rising stature in Indias and the global education landscape owes much to the significant contribution of Galgotias University, said Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath while lauding the university during a special interaction held recently. Praising Galgotias Universitys impressive performance in the QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education (THE) rankings, the Chief Minister described the institution as a leading example for higher education institutions in Uttar Pradesh and a source [] The post CM Yogi commends Galgotias Universitys global rankings and its innovations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Unnao rape case: CBI to challenge Delhi HC order; survivor meets Rahul Gandhi, seeks assistance
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which probed the 2017 Unnao rape case will immediately challenge in the Supreme Court a Delhi High Court order suspending the jail sentence of former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, convicted in the case, officials said on Wednesday. It was decided to file an SLP before the Supreme Court at the earliest against the orders of the high court, which granted bail to Sengar after suspending his life sentence, a CBI spokesperson said in a statement. The CBI filed timely replies and written arguments in this matter. The family of the victim has also opposed the petition, citing safety and threats. The CBI will immediately challenge this order, the statement said. The decision came amid relentless protests by the rape survivor and her mother, who were allegedly manhandled by CRPF personnel in Delhi, triggering widespread criticism. The survivor has also informed that she will move the top court against the verdict. Hours after the alleged harassment by security personnel in Delhi, the survivor and her mother met Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, seeking their assistance in the legal fight. They also requested the assistance of a senior lawyer and sought to relocate to a Congress-ruled state as they feared for their lives, reported Indian Express. The survivor earlier described the Delhi HC verdict as o less than 'kaal' (death), noting that the security provided for her and her family had already been withdrawn after the conviction. If the convict gets bail in a case like this, how will the country's daughters remain safe? For us, this decision is no less than 'kaal' (death), she said. Suspending the life imprisonment awarded to former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, the Delhi HC on Tuesday granted him bail on a personal bond of Rs 15 lakh during the pendency of his appeal. The court imposed certain conditions, directing him not to enter within a five-kilometre radius of the victims residence in Delhi and not to threaten the survivor or her mother. Sengar, however, will remain in jail since he is also serving a 10-year term in connection with the custodial death of the rape survivor's father and has not been granted bail in that case. Sengar was convicted to life imprisonment for kidnapping and raping the minor girl by a trial court in December 2019. According to the prosecution, the Unnao rape survivor, a minor, was kidnapped and raped by Sengar between June 11 to June 20, 2017 in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao area. She was then sold for Rs 60,000, after which she was recovered at the Maakhi police station. The court found Sengar guilty of rape under section 376 (Rape) of the Indian Penal Code and sections 5(C) and 6 of the POCSO Act, holding that the victim's testimony was 'unblemished, truthful and of sterling quality'. The rape case and other connected cases were transferred to Delhi from a trial court in Uttar Pradesh on the directions of the Supreme Court on August 1, 2019. (With inputs from PTI) CRPF personnel manhandle Unnao rape survivor, elderly mother; UP minister mocks them
BSP's Unravelling: Once a third force, now hurtling towards zero MPs
The Bahujan Samaj Party, a former national third force, faces parliamentary absence for the first time. Once a significant player, the BSP drew a blank in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Its last MP's term ends in November 2026. The party's future hinges on the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.
BJP Brahmin legislators dine together, spark buzz on UP math
Dozens of Brahmin BJP legislators met for a community dinner in Uttar Pradesh. This gathering is fueling political discussions about a possible cabinet reshuffle and changes within the party's state unit. Similar caste-based meetings have occurred previously. These events highlight the intersection of caste networks and party strategy as the 2027 elections approach.
Hazare Trophy | Ansari, Prashant Veer spin Uttar Pradesh to a facile win
Noida Airport Will Be Inaugurated In January 2026: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Yogi Adityanath announced that Noida International Airport will open in January 2026 as Uttar Pradesh's fifth international airport.
CM Yogi warns encroachers of bulldozer action in Uttar Pradesh Assembly
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday issued a stern warning against the encroachment of government land, monuments and historical sites, asserting that his government would take strict action, including the use of bulldozers, against violators. Addressing the state Assembly during a discussion on the supplementary budget, the Chief Minister said improving the security situation in the state remained the foremost priority of the BJP government. He said the administration would not spare anyone who dared to encroach upon monuments and historical sites. The tendency to encroach: I assure you of this, whoever encroaches on any monument, any historical site, whoever they may be, I will not spare them, the UP Chief Minister asserted on the floor of the House. He further assured the Assembly of bulldozer action against those attempting to forcibly occupy government or residential land for illegal purposes. If any mafia forcibly occupies residential or government land and turns it into a mall or a centre for extortion, and uses it to carry out illegal and immoral activities there, then a bulldozer will be used against them. Nobody can stop that, he said. The Chief Minister said the improved law and order situation had changed the perception of Uttar Pradesh, adding that it had boosted investor confidence. Every person can today say that investment is coming to UP because of the improved security environment, Yogi said. Referring to the appointment of a former Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police as the chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Board (UPESSB), Yogi said a retired DGP had been appointed to ensure a crackdown on the education mafia. Emphasising the importance of rigorous training for uniformed forces, the Chief Minister said that stricter training reduced casualties during service. For a cop, the more rigorous the training, the lesser would be the bleeding during the service, he said. Targeting the Opposition benches, particularly the Samajwadi Party, Yogi accused them of having reduced the police training period from nine months to six months during their tenure. We are working to make the recruitment process more transparent. We have appointed a retired DGP in the education recruitment board to crack a whip on the education mafia, he added. Continuing his criticism of the Samajwadi Party, the Chief Minister said the party had become internally divided and chaotic, and accused it of pushing the state into an identity crisis. I would like to tell the SP members that about nine years ago, when they were sitting in the treasury benches and the BJP was in the opposition, had they given these sermons to their own leadership and the government of that time, the situation of the state would have been different, Yogi said. The Chief Minister reiterated that security was the first requirement for any individual, society or institution, stressing the need for the rule of law and a sense of safety for all citizens.
Al Hind Air, FlyExpress get govt nod for operations
New Delhi: Two new airlines Al Hind Air and FlyExpress are set to take to the skies, with the carriers receiving their no-objection certificates from the civil aviation ministry. In 2026, apart from these two carriers, Uttar Pradesh-based Shankh Air, which already has a No Objection Certificate (NOC), is likely to start operations. 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 .
Shankh Air receives NOC, targets Q1 2026 flight commencement
Uttar Pradesh-based Shankh Aviation is gearing up to launch its new airline, Shankh Air, in the first quarter of 2026.
Krishna Enterprises founder turns 14 years of ancestral cane work into a growing MSME, with orders beyond Uttar Pradesh and a womens group in town.
Mustard acreage rises 4% to 84.67 lakh hectares as crop condition remains normal
Mustard cultivation has increased by 4 percent nationwide. Major states like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, and West Bengal show expansion. Crop conditions are generally normal. Early season rains caused some issues but recovery is evident. Favorable weather and soil moisture are supporting growth. Pest levels remain low across most regions.
Noida Airport to be inaugurated in January 2026: Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh is gearing up for a transformative leap in aviation with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's announcement that Noida International Airport at Jewar will commence operations in January 2026. As the state's fifth international airport and the largest in India, this initiative reflects the impressive strides made in aviation infrastructure since 2017, all made possible through an innovative public-private collaboration.
CRPF personnel manhandle Unnao rape survivor's mother, prevent her from addressing media
NEW DELHI: Security personnel in Delhi on Wednesday prevented the Unnao rape survivor and her mother from addressing the media and allegedly forced the survivors elderly mother to jump off a moving bus, according to reports and eyewitness accounts. The incident occurred a day after the Delhi High Court suspended the jail sentence of former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, who was serving a life term following his conviction in the 2017 Unnao rape case. The court suspended the sentence pending the disposal of Sengars appeal, subject to certain conditions. The survivor and her mother were protesting the High Courts decision and had planned to address the media at Mandi House. However, the CRPF-escorted bus transporting them did not stop at the venue. According to a CRPF officer, permission had not been granted for protests at Mandi House or India Gate, and the authorities intended to take the duo either to Jantar Mantar or back to their residence. The previous night, the survivor, her mother, and activist-lawyer Yogita Bhayana had staged a protest at India Gate, where they were detained by the police. Speaking to the media after the incident, the survivors mother alleged that security personnel forcibly separated her from her daughter. We did not get justice. My daughter has been held captive. It seems they want to kill us. CRPF men took the girl and dropped me on the road, she said. She added that they were on their way to Mandi House to protest when her daughter was taken away. Delhi High Court suspends Kuldeep Singh Sengars life term in Unnao rape case Visuals from the scene showed the survivors mother standing near the gate of the moving bus, with CRPF personnel reportedly pushing her and asking her to disembark. After repeated pressure, she was seen jumping off the moving vehicle, while the bus drove away with the survivor still inside. Reports also noted the absence of women CRPF personnel on the bus, despite it carrying the survivor and her mother. Reacting to the incident, activist Yogita Bhayana questioned the treatment of the victims family. Is this justice? The victims mother was thrown onto the street. She is crying and calling us. The survivor is all alone on the bus, being driven around, she said. Meanwhile, when questioned by reporters about his reaction to the rape survivor being driven out of Red Gate, Uttar Pradesh minister OP Rajbhar said that her house is in Unnao before breaking into laughter.
Bulldozers will act against anyone encroaching on monuments, govt land: Adityanath
Lucknow, Dec 24: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said no one would be spared if they illegally encroach upon monuments, mythological sites or government land, asserting that bulldozers will act even if the offender is influential. Addressing the state Assembly during a discussion on the supplementary budget, the chief minister said creating a secure environment for every citizen is the foremost priority of his government. Whoever encroaches upon any monument or mythological site, I will not spare [] The post Bulldozers will act against anyone encroaching on monuments, govt land: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP government orders schools to remain open on Christmas
Lucknow: Schools in Uttar Pradesh will remain open during Christmas this year, after the state government announced the day will instead be celebrated to mark the birth centenary of the co-founder of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Atal Bihari Vajpayee. According to the order issued by the states Department of Basic Education on Monday, December 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 .
Wings Of Change: Govt Clears Two New Airlines After IndiGo Blues Expose Duopoly Dangers
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has granted NOCs to Al Hind Air and FlyExpress, while Uttar Pradesh-based Shankh Air is slated to begin operations in 2026
Bajrang Dal leader detained for vandalising mazar in UPs Fatehpur
Fatehpur: A Bajrang Dal office bearer has been detained for allegedly vandalising an old mazar (shrine) in Uttar Pradeshs Fatehpur, police said on Wednesday. According to the police, a group of Bajrang Dal workers, led by Narendra Hindu, allegedly gathered at the shrine on Tuesday evening and damaged the structure using hammers and sticks. The 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 .
Shankh Air plans to start flights in Q1 2026
Shankh Air is set to launch flight services in early 2026. The airline's aircraft are currently undergoing technical checks and preparation for arrival in India. Uttar Pradesh-based Shankh Aviation will operate Shankh Air. The company plans to expand its fleet significantly within three years. The Civil Aviation Ministry has assured full cooperation for a smooth operational start.
Indias mustard acreage up 4.3% as of Dec 15
Significant expansion in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, and West Bengal area, SEA survey shows
Uttar Pradesh Govt recruitments: Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of denying OBC reservation
BJP is denying one-third of the Constitutionally mandated 27% reservation for OBCs and showing its real anti-Constitution, anti-reservation face, says Akhilesh Yadav
FIR filed against 48 for securing fake voter IDs in UP village
In Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, an FIR has been filed against 48 individuals for allegedly obtaining voter ID cards through forged documents. The issue surfaced during a district magistrate's review of electoral rolls, leading to an inquiry that confirmed the fraudulent activity. Police are now investigating the matter further, with all accused residing in Bilalpat village.
'Mumbai's Mayor Will Be A Maharashtrian': Cousins Uddhav & Raj Thackeray Set Civic Poll Agenda
Uddhav Thackeray framed the alliance through a warning borrowed from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths batenge toh katenge refrain
A junior clerk in Gonda has been arrested for allegedly raping a minor and defrauding her of Rs 7 lakh. The accused, Ashish Singh, befriended the 16-year-old victim while assisting with her mother's pension, then exploited her trust for sexual relations and financial gain. The case surfaced when the victim discovered Singh was already married.
Delhi High Court refuses to stay release of web series UP 77
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday rejected a petition seeking a stay on the scheduled release of the web series UP 77, which claimed that the programme allegedly drew from the life of slain gangster Vikas Dubey, who was killed in a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh in July 2020. The single-judge Bench of Justice [] The post Delhi High Court refuses to stay release of web series UP 77 appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi HC refuses to halt release of web series based on life of gangster Vikas Dubey
NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday refused to stay the release of web series UP 77, which is reportedly based on the life of slain gangster Vikas Dubey. Justice Sachin Datta, who was hearing a plea by Dubey's wife Richa seeking to stop the release of the web series, said the court is not inclined to interfere with its release at this stage. UP 77 will release on the Waves OTT platform on Thursday. The court recorded the statement of the web series' producers that it is a work of pure fiction and has nothing to do with Dubey's life. It also asked the producers to issue a public statement to this effect. In her plea, Dubey's wife urged the court to stay the release of the web series, otherwise it would cause trauma and harassment to her. The court listed the matter for further hearing on January 7, 2026. Dubey was gunned down by Uttar Pradesh Police in an encounter in 2020. The main accused in the killing of eight police personnel in Kanpur, Dubey was being brought to Kanpur from Ujjain, where he had surrendered, when he attempted to flee after the vehicle carrying him overturned, according to police.
Did UP Teen Die Due To Eating Too Much Junk Food? Doctors Debunk Claims
An 11th standard student from Uttar Pradesh died at Delhi AIIMS due to multiple illnesses, including severe typhoid complications, TB and cardiac arrest, doctors said.
5 flights, 130 guests, 25+ hotels: Who is Anurag Dwivedi? Noted YouTuber on ED watch
Unnao YouTuber Anurag Dwivedi faces intense scrutiny over his lavish Dubai wedding amidst allegations of money laundering linked to illegal online betting. Investigators claim his extravagant lifestyle, including a multi-crore cruise wedding, contradicts his middle-class influencer image. The Enforcement Directorate is probing his finances, alleging promotion of betting platforms and investment of illicit funds in Dubai.
Akhlaq mob lynching case: UP court refuses to close criminal proceedings against accused
A district court in Uttar Pradesh has rejected an application filed by the state government seeking withdrawal of criminal proceedings against the accused in the 2015 mob lynching of Mohammad Akhlaq. Additional Sessions Judge Saurabh Dwivedi of the Gautam Buddha Nagar district court on Tuesday held that the petition, filed under Section 321 of the [] The post Akhlaq mob lynching case: UP court refuses to close criminal proceedings against accused appeared first on India Legal .
Unnao YouTuber under ED scanner flew 130 guests to Dubai for his destination wedding
Bill to provide legal backing for rural property data
KGMU doc suspended for sexual exploitation, forcing colleague to convert
BoI issues LOCs against cough syrup scam accused
CM: Farmers became part of govt agenda only after Modi became PM
Bill to boost business ecosystem passed
SP does not make a show of patriotism
Vande Mataram confirms unity, cultural awareness, says Dy CM
SP MLA demands increase in discretionary fund
Im not manipulative neta, do things in simple way: Pankaj
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Engage with peoples reps: Asim to officers
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4,300 cops, special forces deployed for Prerna Sthal memorial opening by PM
Two killed as fog triggers pile-up in Amethi
Road Safety Mitra & Rahavir scheme to help curb accidents
Photo exhibition on evolution of Indian knowledge system
App to help track live location of e-buses
UP cough syrup racket: Accuseds firm found linked to narcotics trade along Bdesh border
Over 70,000 farmers received seed subsidy benefits in Gorakhpur
