Ancient stepwell unearthed in Chandausi in Uttar Pradeshs Sambhal district
According to local sources, the stepwell was constructed during the reign of the maternal grandfather of the king of Bilari
Delhi may experience light showers on Monday, December 23. However, greater parts of Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana are likely to receive heavy showers on December 26 and 27.
Number of active companies in India climbs 54% in just five years
India witnessed a 54% surge in active companies over the past five years, reaching 1.78 million by October 2024. Robust economic growth, eased regulations, and decriminalization of minor offenses fueled this expansion. Maharashtra leads with the most active companies, while Uttar Pradesh saw significant growth, surpassing several other states.
After temple, now old stepwell unearthed in Sambhal
Following the reopening of a Shiv-Hanuman temple in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district after a gap of 46 years, an excavation team of the Archeological Survey of India has unearthed a stepwell in the Chandausi area of the district.
Stepwell, Likely 150-Year-Old, Discovered During Excavation In UP's Sambhal
Following the reopening of a Shiv-Hanuman temple in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district after a gap of 46 years, an excavation team of the Archeological Survey of India has unearthed a stepwell in the Chandausi area of the district.
Uttar Pradesh: Excavation team unearths old stepwell in Sambhal
A 400-square-meter stepwell, potentially over 150 years old, has been unearthed in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district. The multi-chambered structure, featuring marble and brick floors, was discovered during excavations following the reopening of a local temple. Authorities are working to clear the site and further investigate the historical find, alongside other surveyed shrines and wells in the region.
CM Adityanath says law and order in UP has improved, SP claims jungle raj everywhere
Lucknow, Dec 22: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said the law and order situation in Uttar Pradesh has improved and as a result, the state government has received investment proposals worth Rs 40 lakh crore. The opposition Samajwadi Party, however, countered Adityanath and claimed there is an atmosphere of jungle raj in the state with loot, hooliganism and anarchy everywhere. In a post on X, the Chief Ministers Office shared a video in which Adityanath is heard saying that [] The post CM Adityanath says law and order in UP has improved, SP claims jungle raj everywhere appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The victim told the Kanpur police that Akeel took her to several hotels and recorded obscene photos and videos of her. During that time, the victim became pregnant. When Akeel came to know about the pregnancy, he forced the victim to undergo an abortion.
Girl murdered by stepmother laid to rest at Nellimattom Juma Masjid in Kochi; sorcerer arrested
KOCHI: The six-year-old girl who was smothered to death by her stepmother was laid to rest at the Nellimattom Juma Masjid on Saturday. A prayer session was held as part of the funeral for Muskhan before her body was buried on the mosque premises. Her father Ajaz Khan, who is from Uttar Pradesh, was present during the funeral. Meanwhile, the police have arrested a sorcerer, Noushad, 56, whom the accused, Aneesha, had consulted twice at near Kothamangalam. As Noushad had no involvement in the death of Muskhan, the police have registered a separate case against him under the Drugs and Magic Remedies Act. The police raided Noushads residence and recovered several books on black magic. The investigators found that he was performing black magic and was approached by several people to resolve their issues. Cops turn to sorcery to get murder confession at Kothamangalam
First Dome City with 360 view in Mahakumbh
LUCKNOW: In a bid to blend faith and spirituality with modernity, the Uttar Pradesh government is building countrys first Dome City in Arail area of Mahakumbh Nagar. As part of its mission to make the Mahakumbh the grandest ever, Prayagraj is being transformed into a modern city with enmities to ensure a comfortable stay for the pilgrims during the religious congregation which will take off on January 13, 2025. The Dome City is coming up at Triveni by the Private Company Evo Life Space Pvt. Ltd. in collaboration with the state tourism department. According to Company Director Amit Johri, the UP government has set new benchmarks in tourism. As part of its efforts to take the tourism sector to the next level, Dome City is being constructed on three and a quarter hectares of land. The Mahakumbh visitors will experience the feeling of staying in a hill station while visiting the Sangam. The Dome City is being built at a cost of Rs 51 crore, said Johri. There will be 44 domes each measuring 32x32 feet and built at a height of 15 to 18 feet. The domes will be constructed with 360-degree polycarbonate sheets that are both bulletproof and fireproof. The visitors will be able to stay in those domes 24/7, enjoying modern amenities while taking in the breathtaking views of the Kumbh. A total of 176 cottages are being built in the Dome City. Each will be equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. Every 16x16 cottage will have air conditioning facility, a geyser, and arrangements for Satvik (simple) food, said an official spokesman. While the cottages can be taken on a rent of Rs 81,000 during the bathing festival and Rs 41,000 on regular days, the rent for a domes is set at Rs 1,10,000 during the bathing festival and Rs 81,000 on normal days. Online booking for the domes has already started. To add a spiritual touch, there will be arrangements for religious and cultural presentations. This effort aims at setting a new record for international-level tourism facilities at the Maha Kumbh.
Tensions flared in Rae Bareli as Hindu group Vishwa Hindu Raksha Parishad publicly condemned Rahul Gandhi's alleged involvement in a parliamentary scuffle. Posters accusing the MP of assaulting elderly BJP members lined the streets, sparking a war of words between the Congress and BJP. Congress dismissed the accusations as baseless, attributing them to BJP's frustration over Gandhi's rising popularity.
Petition seeking Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's removal in Allahabad HC
LUCKNOW: A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed before the Allahabad High Court, seeking removal of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for publicly backing Justice Shekhar Yadavs controversial remarks at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) event in Prayagraj on December 8. The PIL, filed by the Peoples Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL), contended that CMs statement undermines the secular fabric of the Republic of India. Yogi, during the World Hindu Economic Forum 2024, had condemned the opposition for seeking the impeachment of Justice Yadav over his remarks that the law of any country should have the reflection of the free will of its majority. On December 16, Yogi had reiterated his support for Justice Yadavs statements. Speaking in UP Assembly, Yogi said that when a judge spoke the truth, some individuals resorted to intimidate him with the threat of impeachment The PIL filed through advocate Seema Srivastava, maintains that CM Yogis remarks are a blatant violation of the Constitution, rendering him liable for dismissal as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh.
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In a first, Nepali citizen held by Indian police for minor trafficking
Bahraich police arrested a 24-year-old Nepalese man for trafficking a 15-year-old girl from Achham, Nepal, on December 19-20. This marks the first such arrest of a Nepalese citizen at the border, deviating from the previous practice of handing over cases to Nepalese authorities. The girl is at a One Stop Centre, and her family has been contacted.
CM: No society can progress by neglecting half of its population
SP launches statewide protest, demands apology from Shah
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Ram temple project in Ayodhya receives British Sword of Honour
The Ram temple project in Ayodhya has been awarded the British Safety Council's 'Sword of Honour' for its exceptional safety standards. The construction, managed by L&T with Tata Consulting Engineers' support, also earned the National Safety Council's Golden Trophy.
Ram temple project gets UK Honour
BJP plans counter-drive to blunt oppns campaign against Shah
UP clocks 2nd largest increase in green cover
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Cultural show, prize distribution at Colvin
Man gets death for rape and murder of 4-year-old girl
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GoM to Dwell on 1% State Calamity Cess Under GST Framework
Vijayawada : The 55th GST Council led by union finance minister Nirmala Sitaraman will constitute a Group of Ministers (GoM) to consider permitting states to impose a calamity cess of one per cent on luxury goods under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework. The levy is aimed at providing financial relief to states in the aftermath of natural calamities. Andhra Pradesh finance minister Payyavula Keshav came up with the proposal of levying one per cent calamity cess on luxury goods, attracting over 5 per cent GST, being transported in a state. He recalled a precedent in Kerala when one per cent cess had been levied for flood rehabilitation in 2019. Later, speaking to media, Nirmala Sitaraman disclosed that APs move, along with other states like Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Telangana, on levying the calamity cess received unanimous support in the council. These states expressed their willingness to take part in the GoM. They assured that the group would deliberate on various aspects, including the nomenclature and applicability of this cess for different calamities. When Payyavula Keshav raised the matter, he received accolades from his counterparts from other states. The AP finance minister thanked Nirmala Sitaraman for agreeing to set up the GoM.
Man gets life term for mothers murder
15 States, UTs will be part of 2025 Republic Day parade, Delhi tableau not approved
NEW DELHI: The proposal for tableau of the Delhi Government for Republic Day 2025 was not approved by the expert committee. The tableaus from 15 States and Union Territories have been selected for next years January 26, told the defence sources. The tableau selection in the past has been drawing controversy keeping which this year the Defence Ministry has proposed a roll-over plan for States and UTs to showcase their tableaux. A three-year agreement was signed for 2024, 25 and 26 under which every State and UT would get a chance to present atleast once during the three years, said sources. As for selection The expert committee looks into various aspects of theme, concept, designs and visual elements. Out of the original 15 selected, the expert committee didnt approve the tableau proposal of Delhi, the source added. Coming to the Delhi Government's proposal, the reason behind it not getting selected is not immediately known. While in the two decades Delhi has presented tableau seven times, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh were selected again. On it, the sources said that there were several States that in the last two decades presented more number of times than the former two. Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka, Chhattisgarh Maharashtra and Assam have been represented multiple times. The tableau selection process ahead of RD parade 2024 had drawn controversy as Delhi, Punjab and Karnataka had alleged discrimination as their proposals were rejected. The screening committee under the Ministry of Defence follows an elaborate screening mechanism to select participants for the parade. The expert committee is comprised of artists and Padma awardees representing various fields. It is this committee that decides on the theme, aesthetics and criteria and screens proposals from various from States, UTs and Government departments.
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North west sports academy win Futsal tournament
180 illegal structures demolished in city
Eight months after being buried, body exhumed and case registered
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Dalit Vote Battle Heats Up Between BJP, Congress
New Delhi: Behind the ongoing political battle over the alleged insult of B.R. Ambedkar, there appears to be a concerted effort by the BJP and the Congress, along with its India bloc partners, to win over the 17 per cent Dalit votes in the country. Union home minister Amit Shahs remark in the Rajya Sabha gave the Opposition an opportunity to whip up anti-BJP sentiments among the Dalits, the objective is clear the Congress wants to further consolidate the 4 per cent Dalit votes it gained in the last general election over the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. And the BJP seeks to regain the Dalit voteshare it lost. Concerned with the loss of Dalit voteshare in the last Lok Sabha polls as compared to the general election in 2019, the top BJP leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mr Shah, came forward to counter the Opposition's allegations of B.R. Ambedkar's insult during the debate on the 75 years of the Constitution. In the Lok Sabha polls held earlier this year, the Congress won 20 of the 84 Lok Sabha seats reserved for Scheduled Caste candidates, while its allies won 33 seats, taking the total India bloc tally to 53 seats. The BJP, on the other hand, came down to 29 seats in 2024 from its victory in 46 seats in 2019. The NDA overall won 39 SC reserved seats in the 2024 polls. The Congress vote share increased by 4 per cent in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections against 16.7 per cent in the 2019 elections. While the ruling BJP got 34.5 per cent of the Dalit votes in 2024 in SC reserved seats, which was 1 per cent less than what it got in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. The BJP is working hard to prevent any further cracks in its Dalit vote share as they hold the key to its electoral success in the next years Assembly polls in Delhi and Bihar. The Dalit factor will also play an important role in Assembly polls in West Bengal, Assam and Tamil Nadu scheduled in March-April 2026. The Dalits do not follow a similar voting pattern across the country, but, it has been noted, whichever alliance or party received their support had won more seats. Despite having a similar nature of political contest, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar voted differently in the recent Lok Sabha polls. The INDIA bloc won 43 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh out of 80, while the NDA won only 36. In Bihar, the NDA led by the BJP won 30 seats and the INDIA bloc won nine. Amid the sudden spurt of political activity surrounding Dalit hero B.R. Ambedkar, Congress Lok Sabha MP Kumari Selja, a veteran Dalit leader, said that the BJP is trying to usurp the legacy of B.R. Ambedkar. She said, The BJP and their founding fathers have always stood against the policies and thoughts of B.R. Ambedkar. Suddenly they have discovered this love for him. BJP national spokesperson Guru Prakash Paswan said that the Congress believes it is the custodian of Babasaheb's legacy, but it is not true. The Congress opposition to Babasaheb is known to everyone. Their claim to his legacy is unnatural and irrelevant. The Congress is far behind us (the BJP). History and evidence are against them, Mr Paswan said, adding, The BJP government led by Mr Modi has given maximum share and representation to the Dalit community in the last 10 years. Dubbing the ongoing slugfest between the BJP and the Congress over the legacy of B.R. Ambedkar sheer politics, Lok Sabha MP from Nagina and chief of the Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) Chandra Shekhar said that it is clearly visible that they (the Congress and the BJP) are doing politics over Babasaheb. What do you think is going on here? With an eye on political dividends, they (the BJP and the Congress) are showing themselves as followers of Babasaheb. They are doing politics and people know this, Mr Azad said. Political parties, including both the Congress and the BJP, recognise the sensitivities and importance of the Dalits voters. The BJP not only sought to corner the Opposition, particularly the Congress, over the alleged insult of B.R. Ambedkar, but it also moved fast on the issue of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. In 2018, when Yogi Adityanaths Uttar Pradesh government moved to add Ramji to B.R. Ambedkars name in official records, widespread protests broke out. The BJP defended the use of Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkars full name, but the move was met with suspicion, as B.R. Ambedkar is the standard in official documents.
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Search for 2 involved in fake degrees racket
Jaunpurs Gujar Tal to be developed for eco-tourism
Three criminals arrested in separate encounters in 24 hrs
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400 scientists converge at BHU for high energy physics symposium
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Training of 200 English teachers concludes
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SC grants bail to 2 more convicts in 1987 Hashimpura massacre case
The Supreme Court on Friday granted bail to two more convicts in the infamous 1987 Hashimpura massacre case in which 38 Muslim men were primarily kidnapped and then shot dead by Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) personnel in Uttar Pradesh. This decision comes after the Court granted bail to eight other convicts on December 6. 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 .
Maha Kumbh 2025: Know History, Location, Significance And More
The Maha Kumbh Mela, often regarded as the largest spiritual gathering in the world, will be held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh from January 13 to February 26, 2025.
UP registers second-highest green cover increase in country
Uttar Pradesh witnessed the second-largest increase in forest and tree cover in India, adding 559 sq km, according to the 2023 India State of Forest Report. The state's achievement follows Chhattisgarh, with Odisha also showing a similar increase. India's total forest and tree cover grew by 1,445 sq km, contributing to a larger carbon sink.
Youth behind bars for throwing girlfriend off 3rd floor of hotel
Man Dies After Being Dragged For 30 Km Under UP Official's Car
Thirty kilometres. A 35-year-old man on a bike died after he was dragged this far under the car of a revenue official (Tehsildar) in Uttar Pradesh.
In UP's Banda, teenage girl hangs herself after friends death
In a heartbreaking incident in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, two teenage girls, Pushpa and Gayatri, were found dead in their homes on Friday. Gayatri reportedly died by suicide, allegedly distressed over her inability to purchase winter clothing. Upon receiving news of her close friend's death, Pushpa also took her own life.
Boyfriend arrested for 'throwing' woman from hotel's 3rd floor in Uttar Pradesh
A Varanasi woman was allegedly pushed from a hotel window by her boyfriend. Priyanka Kumari suffered serious injuries. She was in Varanasi for her graduation ceremony. Her boyfriend, Furkan, kept her in the hotel against her will. He has been arrested and jailed. Priyanka is currently in the hospital.
BIMARU states turn the tables as MF AUMs in smaller states grow faster
The mutual fund AUM in the four states of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh have grown higher than that of the industry in the last one year, with Uttar Pradesh overtaking Tamil Nadu for the sixth position in the overall ranking
After Bengaluru AI engineer Atul Subhash died by suicide, several aspects of the case have been unfolded by the statements given by the deceased and his estranged wife Nikita Singhania at a family court in Uttar Pradesh's Jaunpur.
India's green cover increased by 1,445 sq km from 2021 to 2023: Govt report
India's green cover expanded. Forest and tree cover grew by 1,445 sq km, now covering 25.17% of the nation. Forest cover increased by 156 sq km. Tree cover rose by 1,289 sq km. Madhya Pradesh has the most forest cover. Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Rajasthan saw significant gains.
UP ASI team conducts survey at Kalki Vishnu temple in Sambhal
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) surveyed the Kalki Vishnu temple and other shrines and wells in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, following the recent discovery of a Shiv-Hanuman temple during an anti-encroachment drive. The ASI team spent hours inspecting nearly two dozen sites, including a newly found temple, and will submit a report to the district administration.
Where is UPSC topper AIR 1 IPS Aditya Srivastava these days? Know his current posting
Aditya hails from Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow and is an IIT Kanpur gold medalist. He pursued both a BTech and MTech from IIT Kanpur.
Wanted cow smuggler among two held in two police encounters in Uttar Pradesh
Wanted cow smuggler among two held in two police encounters in Uttar Pradesh Lucknow: Two separate police encounters in Uttar Pradeshs Jaunpur and Mathura resulted in the arrest of cow smugglers, including one wanted criminal with a reward on his head. In Jaunpur, the Machhli Shahr and Sujanganj police conducted a joint operation late on [] The post Wanted cow smuggler among two held in two police encounters in Uttar Pradesh appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Three arrested for running fake ticket collector job racket
BENGALURU: CCB sleuths arrested three men for allegedly cheating four people from Vijayapura by issuing fake ticket collector employment orders of Indian Railways. They are among eight accused. Incidentally, the victims are relatives of the main accused, and had paid Rs 80 lakh to get the posts. The victims were taken to Nashik in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh and were given fake training to make them believe it was a genuine employment process. The incident came to light when the four victims went to South Western Railway office in Bengaluru with the offer letters, to report for duty. The main accused, identified as Lakshmikanth Hosamani, 41, from Vijayapura, had collected Rs 20 lakh each from the four victims after assuring them of the ticket collectors job in the Railways. The victims are said to have paid the money in instalments for almost two years since 2022. The accused had reportedly collected cash and also money through bank transactions. Hosamani and two others sent fake employment orders to the accused online. The other five accused had posed as railway employees and reportedly given fake training to victims at Nashik and in Uttar Pradesh. When the victims went to report for duty, they found the recruitment was fake. The main accused is alleged to have threatened them when they demanded money from him. The complaint was registered at the CCB police station on December 9. A search is on for the remaining five accused, said an officer. CCB police registered a case of cheating along with other sections of the Indian Penal Code and are investigating.
Same-Sex Couple In Uttar Pradesh Gets Gender Change To Get Married
Two women married in Uttar Pradesh's Kannauj, but only after one of them changed her gender to avoid societal hurdles and defamation.
10-acre Kalagram along Ganga for Mahakumbh
NEW DELHI: For the Mahakumbh at Prayagraj, a culture village, called Kalagram, will be set up on over 10 acres at Daraganj along the banks of the Ganga and it will have demarcated spaces for seven zonal cultural centres (ZCC), officials said. The marked areas are named aangans (courtyards), where the ministry of culture plans to showcase art and crafts from all member states and union territories (UT). Exhibitions on the theme of Kumbha, including an immersive display, food court, and activity areas will also be put up at the venue. The ambience creation of Kalagram will be done by an expert private agency in collaboration with artists of ZCCs and Lalit Kala Akademi. The participating ZCCs are located in Patiala (Punjab), Nagpur (Maharashtra), Udaipur (Rajasthan), Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Kolkata (West Bengal), Dimapur (Nagaland), and Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu). According to the officials, diverse art installations, including cultural, educational, and commercial exhibits, are also planned for an engaging visitor experience. Union tourism culture minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat earlier told this newspaper that a cultural extravaganza, showcasing the vibrant and colourful customs, arts and crafts of the states, is planned at Mahakumbh starting January in Prayagraj. After the consultation with the Uttar Pradesh government, the ministry has got prime space allocated close to the main Mahakumbh Mela venue so that more visitors can witness the festivities, Shekhawat said. The authorities have also planned to place an installation on the proposed Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum at the venue. One of the highlights at Kalagram will be a Ganga pandal with capacity of 10,000 audiences by the Mela Authority. This will be the main arena, where celebrity performances will be held everyday. Additionally, three pandals with a space for 4,000 people will be erected at Jhunsi, Nagvasuki and Areil. There will also be another amphitheatre of 1,000 capacity at Kalagram, where Snageet Natak Akademi awardees artists, National School of Drama productions and ZCC ensembles will be organised, an official said. Apart from this, 20 stages will also be built throughout the city. They will be handed over to the UP culture department and the ministry of culture, the official added. Meanwhile, the Indian Railways is gearing up to redefine the Mahakumbh experience with an innovative Gram Tent City initiative in Prayagraj. The Mahakumbh, scheduled from January 14 to February 2025, is set to blend spirituality with modernity, providing a unique experience for millions of pilgrims. The Mahakumbh Gram Tent City plan, launched by IRCTC, aims to deliver a seamless and memorable experience for visitors.
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