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Wheels of change turn electric as state expands its green fleet of buses

Wired for change: State charges ahead with 120 electric buses, driving the Yogi Adityanath government's vision for a cleaner, stronger public transport network

UP has extensive land bank for industries: UPSIDA CEO Mayur Maheshwari

UPSIDA CEO Mayur Maheshwari spoke about plans to help industries

BS Samriddhi 2024: UP's priority sectors need Rs 5.73 trn lending in FY25

The growth marks 50% increase in credit flow year-on-year

Investments in UP spread across regions: Minister Nand Gopal Gupta 'Nandi'

The minister shared details of the steps taken to boost the economy, exports, and industries in UP

How UP's CM is shaping growth with bold reforms, visionary governance

The state's rapid growth, spanning economy, tourism, agriculture, and MSMEs, is credited to 'Yoginomics' by state policymakers

People behind Sambhal incident won't be spared: BJP RS MP Dinesh Sharma

Meanwhile, senior advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain alleged that he has been receiving threats since the Sambhal violence due to the misinformation spread about his involvement in the incident

Uttar Pradesh government aims to sparkle in gems and jewellery sector

Unveils blueprint to position UP as a hub for jewellery trade and exports

Lakhimpur Kheri: SC asks Ashish Mishra to reply to 'threat' allegations

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed former Union minister Ajay Mishra's son Ashish Mishra to respond to allegation that witnesses were being threatened in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case that claimed eight lives. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan asked senior advocate Siddharth Dave, appearing for Mishra, to file an affidavit clarifying his stand after he refuted the allegations. At the outset, a counsel appearing for one of the complainants in the case told the court that he has filed a plea in which he has said that witnesses were threatened by Mishra. Dave denied the allegations and said this is an "endless process". "It's not me in the photographs. This is not for this court, this is for outside," Dave said. The top court then asked Mishra to file an affidavit denying the allegations within four weeks. On July 22, the top court had granted bail to Ashish Mishra and restricted his movement to Delhi or Lucknow. On January 25 last year, the top court ha

Sambhal violence: Police confirm 3 minors involved, says numbers may change

In addition, the authorities recovered a knife, which Singh described as potentially very dangerous if used in a crowd

Sambhal: Protesters to pay damages, posters of 'stone pelters' to be put up

The Uttar Pradesh government will make protesters involved in the Sambhal violence pay for damage to public property while posters of "stone pelters" will be displayed at public places, an official said on Wednesday. Four people died and scores, including police personnel, were injured in Sambhal on Sunday after a confrontation erupted over a court-ordered survey of the city's Shahi Jama Masjid in Kot Garvi area, following a petition claiming that a Harihar temple once stood at the site. "The UP government is adopting a firm stance against the individuals involved in the Sambhal violence. Posters of the stone pelters and miscreants will be displayed publicly, and recovery of damages will be sought. A reward may also be announced for information leading to their arrest," an official spokesperson said. In a similar initiative, the government had previously put up posters of individuals linked to vandalism during the anti-CAA protests in 2020. These posters were displayed across severa

What led to clashes that claimed 4 lives in Sambhal? What we know so far

Sambhal violence: Tensions flare in UP's Sambhal as clashes over a mosque survey lead to four deaths; district administration has barred the entry of outsiders until Nov 30

Robotic fire tenders to be deployed at Mahakumbh 2025 to boost fire safety

For the first time, robotic fire tenders will be deployed at Mahakumbh 2025 to enhance fire safety at the world's largest spiritual gathering, according to officials. Alongside these cutting-edge machines, 200 specially trained fire commandos will be stationed to manage emergencies and protect visitors. Additional Director General (Fire Services) Padmaja Chauhan said that three robotic fire tenders, weighing 20-25 kilograms each, will be used to reach areas inaccessible to personnel. These robots are capable of climbing stairs and extinguishing fires with precision, ensuring faster and safer responses, he said. "The inclusion of robotic fire tenders marks a technological leap in fire management. They can be easily carried and deployed in sensitive zones," Chauhan said. Additionally, Mahakumbh will feature an articulating water tower capable of spraying water from a height of 35 meters. The tower is equipped with a high-tech camera to monitor fire-prone areas from above, he said.

Sambhal: Normalcy back as schools reopen while internet remains suspended

Two days after violence broke out during a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque, life in Sambhal was gradually returning to normal on Tuesday with schools reopening and several shops selling daily essentials resuming operations. Internet services, however, remain suspended. Police and administration officials are continuing to closely monitor the situation, with personnel deployed at key intersections and Rapid Action Force teams stationed in sensitive areas. The authorities have imposed restrictions on the entry of outsiders and public representatives into Sambhal until November 30. Although the situation in most parts of the district appeared calm, the area around Shahi Jama Masjid remained deserted. Tension had been brewing in Sambhal since November 19 when the mosque was first surveyed on the court's orders following a petition claiming that a Harihar temple had stood at the site. On Sunday, a large group of people gathered near the mosque and started shouting slogans a

No country can ever progress by ignoring youth power: UP CM Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said no country can ever progress by ignoring youth power. "No country can ever progress by ignoring youth power. We have to respect their sentiments and give them proper opportunity," said Adityanath addressing the 115th foundation day celebrations of Uday Pratap College here. "The country whose youth power is frustrated, guilt-ridden and confused can never progress. Whenever there is or will be a change, it will be the youth power that will bring it about. Institutions will have to prepare themselves by keeping youth power as the focal point," he added. The chief minister said that the foundation laid by Rajarshi Uday Pratap Singh Judev in 1909 at the holy place of Baba Vishwanath reflects his great personality. Adityanath said he (Judev) must have felt that for the creation of a future India filled with nationalism, such an educational and training institution has to be provided which can give momentum to the freedom movemen

Sambhal DM refutes claims on mosque survey, violence investigation underway

In a detailed response, Dr Pensiya clarified the timeline of events surrounding the survey, stating that the court order for the survey was received in the afternoon on November 24

Venugopal seeks Supreme Court-monitored probe into Sambhal violence

Opposition members were keen to raise the issue in the House and have targeted Yogi Adityanath government over the violence

Watch: UP groom turns action hero to recover stolen Rs 50 note from garland

In a viral video, during the chase, the groom from Meerut leapt onto the moving truck, climbed into the cabin through its window, and compelled the driver to stop

SC should take cognisance of Sambhal issue, deliver justice: Congress

In the wake of violence in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday accused the Yogi Adityanath government of creating divisions while sitting in power and urged the Supreme Court to take cognisance of the matter and deliver justice. Three people were killed and scores of others, including security and administration personnel, injured as protesters opposing a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque in Sambhal clashed with police on Sunday. In a post in Hindi on X, Priyanka Gandhi said, "The attitude of the state government regarding the sudden dispute in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, is very unfortunate. The way the administration acted in haste in such a sensitive matter without listening to the other side, without taking both the parties into confidence, shows that the government itself spoiled the atmosphere there." The administration did not even consider it necessary to follow the necessary procedure and duty, the Congress general secretary ...

Sambhal violence: FIR lodged against SP MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq, SP MLA's son

Police have lodged seven FIRs in connection with the violence over a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque here, naming Samajwadi Party MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq and local SP MLA Iqbal Mehmood's son Sohail Iqbal as accused, officials said on Monday. The district administration has already imposed prohibitory orders and barred the entry of outsiders into Sambhal till November 30. Three people were killed and scores of others, including security personnel and administration officials, injured on Sunday as protesters opposing the survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid clashed with police. A fourth injured person died on Monday. Addressing a press conference, Superintendent of Police Krishan Kumar said seven FIRs have been lodged in connection with the violence. Six people, including Barq and Iqbal, were named and 2,750 others have been mentioned as unidentified, he said. "Due to Barq's statement earlier, the situation became worse here," he added. The officer said 25 people have been arre

Sambhal violence: Prohibitory orders issued, entry barred for outsiders

The district administration has imposed prohibitory orders and barred the entry of outsiders till November 30 after three men were killed and scores of others, including security and administration personnel, injured in a violence by protesters opposing a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque. The order has been issued under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), said District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya late on Sunday. "No outsiders, other social organisations or public representatives will enter the district border without the permission of the competent officer," said the order, which came into force with immediate effect. Violation of the order will be punishable under Section 223 (disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant) of the BNS. Violence broke out in the district on Sunday as protesters opposing the survey of the Jama Masjid clashed with security personnel. The protesters torched vehicles and pelted the police with stones while the security