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Cong workers deaths: Rahul, Priyanka slam BJP govts; say 'must get justice'

Democracy and Constitution have been murdered again in BJP-ruled Assam and Uttar Pradesh, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on Wednesday after two party workers died in the two states during protests allegedly due to police excesses. Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also hit out at the BJP and termed the deaths as "extremely heart-rending". Rahul Gandhi expressed his deepest condolences to the bereaved families and said they have the right to full justice. "Democracy and Constitution have been murdered again in BJP-ruled Assam and Uttar Pradesh," he said in a post on X. Across the country, the Congress party is conducting satyagraha in support of Babasaheb Ambedkar and the Constitution, he said. During this, the death of our Congress workers Mridul Islam in Guwahati and Prabhat Pandey in Lucknow "due to police excesses" is very sad and condemnable, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said. "The lions of Congress will continue to fight for truth and the ...

UP to surpass 1 bn tourist visits, generating Rs 3 trn revenue: Minister

Uttar Pradesh Jal Shakti and Namami Gange Minister Swatantra Dev Singh said on Wednesday that the state is on track to surpass one billion tourist visits, generating Rs 3 lakh crore in economic activity. Speaking at the foundation stone-laying ceremony of a 180-foot-tall Shiva temple being constructed by the Ram Janki Temple Trust, Singh credited this surge in tourism to the development of corridors across various religious sites and the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. "So far, 60 crore tourists have visited the state due to corridor development. Additionally, we estimate around 45 crore visitors for Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh. With these numbers, Uttar Pradesh will surpass one billion tourists," Singh said. The minister highlighted the shift in public sentiment towards religion and safety in the state. "After Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister Yogi took charge, people's faith in the Sanatan Dharma has grown immensely. There is also a

No attempt to build Ayodhya mosque, reclaim given land: BJP leader to UP CM

A BJP leader here has written to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, asking him to reclaim the land allotted for the construction of a mosque here and claiming that no substantial endeavour has been undertaken to build it. On November 9, 2019, settling a fractious issue that went back more than a century, a five-judge bench headed by the then CJI Ranjan Gogoi paved the way for the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, at the site where the 16th century Babri Masjid once stood. It also ruled that an alternative five-acre plot would be found for a mosque in the holy town. The Sunni Central Waqf Board later formed the Indo-Islamic Cultural Foundation to build a new mosque on the land allotted by the state government in the Dhannipur area of the district. BJP leader Rajneesh Singh, in his letter to the chief minister on December 10, said that since the apex court's verdict, "no substantial endeavour has been undertaken by the Muslim community to construct the mosque". Th

Complete ban on any kind of demonstration around Vidhan Sabha: UP police

Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel have been deployed outside the Congress office in Lucknow

UP govt's infra push spurs Rs 5.3 trn capex, eyes global tech hubs

Looking ahead, the Yogi Adityanath government aims to leverage this infrastructure development to build a robust network of GCCs

UP govt ready to engage in discussions on all issues in Assembly: CM Yogi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday urged all parties to ensure smooth proceedings of the state assembly and expressed the government's readiness to engage in discussions on all issues concerning the youth, women, farmers and security of the state. Ahead of the Winter session of the assembly, he said the government is ready for meaningful discussions on public and developmental issues. "We seek everyone's cooperation in making the legislature a platform for constructive debate. I also urge my colleagues in the opposition to come prepared," he told reporters. "Development, security, prosperity, respect for faith, and modernity that Uttar Pradesh is experiencing today, originates from this very legislature," he said while welcoming all members to the Winter session. The chief minister called for a smooth and productive session, emphasising that the House should serve as a platform for constructive debates on key issues. Describing the Uttar Pradesh Legislature a

Security enhanced outside Uttar Pradesh Assembly ahead of winter session

This session is expected to witness discussions on various key issues affecting the state -- Sambhal violence, the anti-encroachment drive, preparation of Mahakumbh, and irregularities of Hospitals

Indian Railways to elevate tracks for smooth traffic during Maha Kumbh 2025

Indian Railways, in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh State Bridge Corporation, has undertaken a project to elevate railway tracks to remove level crossings before next year's Maha Kumbh, officials said on Sunday. The initiative is set to ease traffic congestion, save travel time, and provide significant relief to city residents, they added. Celebrated in a cycle of 12 years, the Maha Kumbh will be held in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26. Rail under bridges (RUBs) and rail over bridges (ROBs) are ready on almost all the level crossings in Prayagraj where movement will start fully before the mega event, officials said. Alongside the spiritual festivities, the Maha Kumbh has accelerated industrial growth and commercial development across the region. A major highlight of this transformation is the removal of level crossings, made possible through the collaborative efforts of Indian Railways and the State Bridge Corporation. Amit Malviya, senior public relations officer, .

Reopened Sambhal temple reflects the truth of our history: CM Adityanath

As authorities reopened a temple in Sambhal locked since 1978 following communal riots, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said the temple did not reappear overnight and represents "our enduring heritage and the truth of our history". Speaking at a private event on Kumbh, the chief minister highlighted the tragic incidents that took place 46 years ago in Sambhal where innocent people lost their lives to "barbaric violence", and questioned, "Why have perpetrators of the massacre not been brought to justice even after decades?" He criticised those who seek to "suppress the truth and tarnish cultural events" like the Kumbh, asserting that voices of truth often face threats and efforts to silence them. The chief minister spoke about the temple in Sambhal that was unlocked recently after decades, following an anti-encroachment drive by the local administration, according to an official statement. He emphasised the historic significance of the temple, which included an ancient idol

Encroachment removed, CCTVs installed in reopened temple in Sambhal

Police personnel were deployed outside the Lord Shiv and Hanuman temple which reopened after 1978 and a prayer ceremony (aarti) was performed on Sunday morning

Those who speak truth are threatened with impeachment: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday hit out at the Opposition for initiating impeachment notices against Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar and Allahabad High Court's Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, saying "whoever speaks the truth" is threatened in this way. Speaking at the World Hindu Economic Forum 2024, he also accused the Congress of practicing double standards. "Whoever speaks the truth, these people will pressurise him with impeachment (motions), and still they talk about the Constitution. Look at their double standards. "An Allahabad High Court judge said there should be a Uniform Civil Code, and the world over the feelings of the majority community are respected," the UP chief minister said. What was a person's crime if he voices these opinions, he asked. "Shouldn't there be a Uniform Civil Code in the country? The world over, the system runs as per what the majority community says and India is saying the discrimination between majority and minority .

Mahakumbh success vital for Brand Uttar Pradesh, $1 trillion economy goal

The successful management of the Mahakumbh will also help Adityanath earn national and international recognition as an efficient administrator

Sambhal admin launches drive against encroachment near Jama Masjid

The campaign will continue for two to three months and all encroachments will be cleared

PM Modi to inaugurate projects worth Rs 5,500 crore in Prayagraj today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Friday launch key development projects worth Rs 5,500 crore that aim to improve amenities for the 2025 Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj and bolster the city's infrastructure. According to an official statement, the prime minister will arrive in Prayagraj around 12:15 pm. His visit will begin with a ceremonial pooja and darshan at the holy Sangam -- the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and the Saraswati rivers. He will then perform pooja at the historic Akshay Vata Vriksh, followed by visits to the Hanuman mandir and the Saraswati Koop. Modi will also tour the Maha Kumbh exhibition site. He will launch projects such as road overbridges, ghats, riverfront roads, and sewage treatment systems to enhance connectivity and prevent untreated waste from entering the Ganga. He will also inaugurate major temple corridors, including the Bharadwaj Ashram corridor, Shringverpur Dham corridor, Akshayvat corridor and the Hanuman Mandir corridor. These corridors will ens

UP govt to establish unique 'Har Ghar Jal' village at Mahakumbh 2025

Uttar Pradesh government will set up a unique 'Har Ghar Jal' village at Mahakumbh 2025 to showcase the state's achievements under the Jal Jeevan Mission, officials said on Thursday. Spread over 40,000-square-foot area and themed Solution to Drinking Water: The Identity of My Village, the initiative will feature a 'Jal Mandir', symbolising the life-giving essence of water and promoting its conservation, they said. The initiative will narrate the inspiring journey of providing tap water to every household in Bundelkhand under the Jal Jeevan Mission, once grappling with severe water scarcity, the officials said. Devotees, tourists, and Kalpvasis will witness transformation journeys of 'New Villages' in a 'New Uttar Pradesh' as part of a 'New India', they said. The Rural Water Supply and Namami Gange Department are preparing an exhibition at the village, running from January 5 to February 26, to highlight these achievements, an official statement said. It will feature 51 programs and

Bulldozer action carried out against illegal encroachments in Sambhal

Few residents had even made such encroachments that the electricity pole was inside their house

#MenToo trends as netizens seek justice for Atul Subhash. What is #MenToo?

A 34-year-old Uttar Pradesh man committed suicide and left a 24-page death note alleging harassment by his wife, Nikita Singhania, and her relatives. Netizens express outrage, trend #MenToo on X

Uttar Pradesh earmarks 17,000 acres for multimodal logistics parks

Yogi 2.0 to offer 30% subsidy on investments of Rs 1,000 crore

Court summons Dharmendra in cheating case related to Garam Dharam Dhaba

The court is required to examine a prima facie case and meticulous examination of the merits and demerits of the case is not warranted

Noida International Airport will boost ease of living for NCR, UP: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday said the upcoming Noida International Airport will boost connectivity and ease of living for the national capital region and Uttar Pradesh. Modi also said his government has been taking many steps to ensure top-quality infrastructure for the people and leverage the power of connectivity to further prosperity. His remarks came in response to a post by Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu in which he said that he witnessed the successful first test flight landing at Noida International Airport today, marking a major milestone in the development of this state-of-the-art infrastructure. "Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji and the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Ji, this airport will revolutionise regional connectivity and play a pivotal role in the expansion of India's aviation sector," Naidu said. Tagging Naidu's post, Modi said on X, "The upcoming Noida International Airport will boost connectivity and 'Ease of ..