Beast mode ON! Rinku Singh hammers 108 off 48 before Asia Cup
Rinku Singh celebrated his Asia Cup selection by smashing a blistering 108 off 48 balls in the UPT20 League, leading Meerut Mavericks to a six-wicket victory over Gorakhpur Lions after they were struggling at 38/4. In another match, Karan Sharma and Abhishek Goswami's half-centuries propelled Kashi Rudras to an 88-run win against Noida Kings.
Rinku Singhs explosive ton sinks Gorakhpur Lions
The Ministry of Railways announced a milestone in green energy innovation. It has commissioned India's first removable solar panel system installed between railway tracks in THIS UP city.
Alliance Air Aviation has been held liable by the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in southwest Delhi for a significant six-hour flight delay. The commission found the airline deficient in service, causing mental distress to passengers Mainawati Devi and Shakuntala Devi, who were traveling from New Delhi to Gorakhpur.
UP man beaten to death over theft suspicion; Body found on road
A Muslim man died after being brutally assaulted by a group on suspicion of theft. His lifeless body was found on Sunday, August 17, lying by the roadside in Thathauli village in Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh. The deceased has been identified as 48-year-old Mushtaq Ali, a resident of Badgo village. A disturbing video 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 .
Yogi Adityanath Inaugurates Uttar Pradesh's First Green Hydrogen Plant In Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday inaugurated the state's first and the country's second green hydrogen plant at Khanimpur village in Gorakhpur district, set up by Torrent Gas and Torrent Power.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates Regency Hospital in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday inaugurated Regency Hospital at Medical College Road in Gulharia, Gorakhpur.
8-Year-Old Girl Dies After Falling Into Uncovered Drain, Swept For 50 Meters In UPs Gorakhpur
An 8-year-old girl, Afreen, fell into a drain in Gorakhpur, UP, amid heavy rains. Locals found her body 50 meters downstream. She was taken to the hospital but declared dead.
A Gorakhpur-Delhi sleeper bus overturned near Lucknow, injuring over 30 passengers, two critically. Villagers and authorities rescued those trapped, transporting them to a local health center, with the severely injured moved to the district hospital. Passengers allege the driver was intoxicated and driving recklessly, leading to the accident, disrupting highway traffic which was later restored by officials.
Kanwariyas Found Bone in Their Food in UP Restaurant? No, Video Is Unrelated!
The incident took place on 31 July in Gorakhpur, whereas the Kanwar Yatra ended on 23 July.
Man, father held for wifes murder in Gorakhpur
3 arrested in Rs11 lakh theft case in Gorakhpur
LUCKNOW: The Monsoon Session of Uttar Pradesh legislature took off to a fiery start with the issues of the merger of government basic schools and the proposed privatization of DISCOMs ruling the proceedings while UP CM Yogi Adityanath launched a blistering attack on opposition, especially, the Samajwadi Party for its alleged negative politics. Calling SP and democracy tow opposite banks of a river which can never meet, the CM accused the SP of hiding behind a faade of democracy, here, on Monday. The proceedings were conducted amid oppositions slogan shouting and uproar witnessing multiple adjournments. Ultimately, Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana adjourned the proceedings till 11 am on Tuesday. While speaking on the floor of the house, CM Yogi accused the Samajwadi Party (SP) of subjecting traders to atrocities and a goonda tax during its rule. He targeted SPs negative politics in Sambhal, Bahraich, and Gorakhpur, while cautioning Leader of Opposition Mata Prasad Pandeywhom he acknowledged as a senior leaderagainst being used as a pawn for others vested interests. CM Yogi intensified his criticism of the Samajwadi Party for opposing the Gorakhpur Heritage Corridor, calling its stance anti-development. Outlining the project, he said the corridor will link iconic landmarks, including Ghantagharthe citys oldest marketand Gitapress. Meanwhile, ahead of Monsoon Session, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath outlined the governments agenda for Uttar Pradeshs journey towards a Viksit state. The CM informed the media persons during an interaction at state assembly that on August 13 and 14, the House would hold a continuous 24-hour discussion on this vision, a consensus for which was reached in the all-party meeting. CM Yogi said the sessionheld in the third year of the Amrit Kaalwould chart a decisive course for development, with the government set to present a 25-year action plan in the Assembly. The CM said the state government was advancing with the vision of Viksit UP to contribute to the national resolve of a self-reliant and developed India. This vision, prepared in collaboration with NITI Aayog and experts, would ensure participation from all sections of society. Significantly, the state government intends to incorporate the opinion of the general public in the vision document for Viksit Uttar Pradesh. By 2047, when India becomes a developed nation, Uttar Pradesh too will stand proudly as a Developed Uttar Pradesh, claimed CM Yogi. Later, on the floor of house, Yogi said that traders opposed leader of oppositions recent visit to Gorakhpur because of bitter memories of SP-era fear and Goonda Tax. The traders have not forgotten the exploitation they suffered under SP rule. You went there uninvited, trying to obstruct development, and they respectfully opposed you, he said, stressing that people cannot expect either security or development from SP. Recalling the infamous Sambhal incident under the SP regime, CM Yogi said the present dispensation was carrying out a purification drive in the area to undo the negativity spread by the Samajwadis. SP is still clinging to its old habits, opposing development at every step, he remarked. The BJP and NDA governments are committed to developmentbut SP simply cannot tolerate it, he asserted.
Monsoon woes: Newly opened flyover in Ayodhya develops cracks; probe ordered
A newly constructed flyover on the Lucknow-Ayodhya-Basti-Gorakhpur national highway in Ayodhya partially collapsed after recent monsoon showers, disrupting traffic. The NHAI project, intended to ease congestion, developed cracks and sank, raising concerns about construction quality. An inquiry has been initiated to determine responsibility for the compromised infrastructure.
Two youths shot in Gorakhpur after calling a man 'motu'
In Gorakhpur, a body-shaming incident escalated into violence. Arjun Chauhan and Asif Khan were arrested for shooting and injuring two men. The victims, Anil Chauhan and Shubham Chauhan, had allegedly mocked Arjun's weight. The incident occurred after a community feast near Tarkulha Devi Temple. Police have registered a case and recovered a countrymade pistol.
Fed up with my brothers: Defence Security Corps (DSC) jawan dies by suicide; shoots self in abdomen
Jitendra Singh, a Defence Security Corps jawan, allegedly committed suicide at Gorakhpur Air Force Station by shooting himself with his service rifle. A suicide note indicated distress over a false case involving his brothers. His body was discovered by his reliever, and colleagues didn't hear the gunshot due to cooler noise.
Dr Jitendra Informs LS About North Indias First Nuclear Plant In Haryana
NEW DELHI, Aug 6: North Indias first Nuclear Power Plant, located in Gorakhpur, Haryana, is expected to become operational by 2031-32. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh informed the Lok Sabha today. Once completed, the Gorakhpur Haryana Anu Vidyut Pariyojana (GHAVP) will significantly bolster the regions clean energy capacity, marking a strategic shift [] The post Dr Jitendra Informs LS About North Indias First Nuclear Plant In Haryana appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP government in UP fundamentally against education, democratic rights: Akhilesh Yadav
LUCKNOW: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday launched a fierce attack on the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh, accusing it of being fundamentally against education and democratic rights. Addressing the media at the Janeshwar Mishra Park here, Yadav criticised the state government's recent actions targeting the SP's 'PDA Pathshala' campaign, where volunteers have been conducting informal classes in areas where primary schools were recently shut or merged. Calling the BJP he biggest mafia for being against education, Yadav said even the British never filed FIRs for running educational initiatives. The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister also condemned the filing of police cases against PDA Pathshala volunteers and asserted that such classes would continue until the government reopens the shut schools and appoints teachers and principals. This is not going to stop because of police threats, Yadav said. He demanded the complete rollback of the school merger plan and the immediate reopening of closed primary schools. Yadav pointed out that when the Samajwadi Party was in power, it set up new schools and launched innovative education models, including cultural schools in the state capital. He accused the BJP of failing to support or sustain the initiative. Citing the recent roof collapse incident at a school in the chief minister's home district that left students injured, Yadav said the poor condition of schools highlights the government's neglect. The SP leader also targeted the state's Panchayati Raj Department for allegedly issuing a controversial letter that selectively focused on specific castes and communities. He called it unconstitutional and said the party would take the matter to court. If any illegality is committed, action must be taken, but targeting people based on caste or religion is against the Constitution, he added, urging the judiciary to take suo motu notice. The directive referred to by Yadav has already been withdrawn, and the joint director concerned of the department who issued it has been suspended with immediate effect from Monday. Meanwhile, Yadav claimed the BJP has no real achievements to show the public, and it instead resorts to false cases and arrests. He alleged that the BJP was attempting to appropriate the SP's legacy by putting up its own signboards at the entrance of the Janeshwar Mishra Park -- a public space developed under the previous SP government -- and said the current administration had allowed the park to fall into neglect. On the recent political developments, Yadav reiterated his support for the PDA (Pichhda, Dalit, Alpsankhyak) alliance, stating that attempts to suppress it would only strengthen its resolve. He also accused the BJP of trying to divert attention from real issues such as inflation, unemployment, corruption, and flood devastation. Yadav alleged that instead of providing relief, the government was distributing stale food to flood victims in Prayagraj, while many areas lacked clean water, toilets, and medical facilities. Rs 20,000 crore has been spent, but homes remain submerged, he said, pointing to similar situations in Varanasi and Gorakhpur, both cities that received heavy Smart City funding. He accused the BJP leaders of illegally grabbing land in cities like Lucknow, Ayodhya, and Varanasi, including wetlands and ponds, and challenged the media to examine land registry records to expose the extent of the encroachments. Yadav also raised concerns about the alleged tampering with voter rolls under the pretext of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign in poll-bound Bihar. He said the Samajwadi Party had submitted affidavits to the Election Commission about 18,000 missing voters who had voted in 2019 but found their names deleted in 2022. Despite this, he said, no explanation or action had been taken by the commission. Calling the BJP's claims about foreign investments and economic growth hollow, Yadav said the ruling party only pays lip service to swadeshi values while embracing foreign interests in practice. They don't even understand what the economy is, he said, criticising the state and central governments for failing to address the growing economic distress in the country.
Who is IAS officer Deepak Meena? IIT alumnus who cracked UPSC in first attempt, now becomesDMof...
Deepak Meena was an IIT alumnus who prepared for the UPSC exam and cracked it on his first attempt. He was given the UP cadre where he served as DM of Meerut, Ghaziabad and now he is given the responsibility to administer Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's home district of Gorakhpur.
Video: UP men plant chicken bones in veg plate to defame Biryani restaurant
A group of men created a scene at an Uttar Pradesh biryani restaurant, alleging to have found chicken bones in one of their vegetarian plates. However, CCTV footage revealed one of them purposely planted the bones. The incident occurred on July 31 at Shastri Chowk in Gorakhpur district at a restaurant called Biryani Bay. A 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 .
DDU 2025 seat allotment result out for UG and PG courses: Check details, direct link here
DDU Seat Allotment Result 2025 Declared at ddugu.ac.in: Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDU) has announced the 2025 seat allotment results for various UG and PG courses, available on ddugu.ac.in. Students can check their results using their DDURN or Form Number. Seat allotment results for BA (Hons), B.Sc. (Maths/Bio) Hons, B.Tech, and other courses will be declared later.
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University has published the 2025 seat allotment results for most undergraduate and postgraduate courses on its official website, ddugu.ac.in. Results for a few programmes, including BA (Hons), B.Sc. Hons, B.Tech, and others, are yet to be released. Allotted candidates must complete fee payment and document verification to finalise admission.
Yogi Adityanath becomes UPs longest-serving CM, surpasses Govind Ballabh Pant's record
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath marks his way into the annals of history by becoming the longest-serving Chief Minister of the State. Surpassing the previous record of eight years and 127 days, held by Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant, the first Chief Minister of the State in independent India, Yogi Adityanath has completed an uninterrupted tenure of eight years, 4 months, and 10 days, reflecting the longevity and a transformative era for the State. Having provided political stability, CM Yogi's tenure reflects a governance marked by reforms, and determination. Above all, his leadership succeeded in putting a leash on criminal syndicates and organised crime in the State. A crime-ridden and chaotic Uttar Pradesh has been transformed into a New Uttar Pradesh -- where rule of law prevails but he has got to go a long way, says Prof AK Mishra, a political scientist. CM Yogi ensures admission of five-year-old within four hours of request Over the past eight years, the Yogi government guided the State towards an improved infrastructure, investment, and employment. From the establishment of AIIMS in Gorakhpur to landmark projects such as the Purvanchal Expressway, Bundelkhand Expressway, and Film City, Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a surge in development. Welfare schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, free ration distribution, Ujjwala Yojana, Kanya Sumangala, and Mission Shakti have impacted the lives for good, says a senior BJP leader. Tenure of other Chief Ministers Govind Vallabh Pant- 8 years 127 days Mayawati- 7 years 127 days (four tenures) Mulayam Singh Yadav- 6 years 274 days Sampurnanand- 5 years 345 days Akhilesh Yadav- 5 years 4 days Narayan Dutt Tiwari- 3 years 314 days Yogi orders grant of land ownership to families displaced from East Pak
Uttar Pradesh CM reviews assembly-wise action plan, road proposals in detail in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a comprehensive review meeting on Thursday with MPs, MLAs, and senior officials to discuss upcoming road infrastructure projects across all assembly constituencies in the Gorakhpur and Basti divisions, as per the official statement.
Ravi Kishan Built House On Drain: Yogi Adityanath's Swipe At BJP MP
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath pulled the leg of actor and BJP MP Ravi Kishan over building a house on top of a drain in Gorakhpur. The comment made at an event where Mr Kishan was also present drew laughter from the audience.
AIIMS Gorakhpur Senior Resident Recruitment 2025 Walk in for 50 Posts
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Gorakhpur (AIIMS Gorakhpur) Recruitment 2025 for 50 posts of Senior Resident. Candidates with Any Post Graduate Can attend the walkin.The Walk-in starts from 07-08-2025, and ends on 08-08-2025. For detailed information please visit AIIMS Gorakhpur official website, aiimsgorakhpur.edu.in.
DDU Gorakhpur University has started online counselling for UG and PG admissions from July 24, 2025. Eligible candidates can log in at ddugu.admissionhelp.com, fill their choices, pay the fee, and complete the process online. Seat allotment, upgrades, and document verification will follow. The entire process is online.
While administrative officers dispersed the protestors who were blocking the road and directed them back inside the centre, the recruits protested outside the administrative building, demanding addressing of their basic demands
International air travel sees 5 per cent surge in May 2025; Domestic traffic also grow
NEW DELHI: Air passenger traffic in the country continues its growth trajectory month-on-month, with a 3 per cent increase in overall passengers in May 2025 compared to May 2024. Data released by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) reveals a higher demand for international travel, with a 5% increase recorded during the same period. The Air Traffic Report for May, made public by AAI, reveals that 6.76 million passengers flew abroad compared to 6.44 million last year. They form part of the 35.38 million who travelled in May 2025, compared to 34.34 million in May 2024. Air Traffic Movements (flight arrivals and departures) recorded a 5.9 per cent increase, with 2.78 crore movements in May this year compared to 2.63 crore in May last year. A total of 67,62,343 people opted to fly abroad in May 2025, versus 64,41,392 during the same month last year. Relatively smaller airports, compared to the top five, are showing a significant surge in demand for international travel. Goa recorded a nearly 300 per cent surge in international flyers, with 26,211 passengers in May 2025 compared to May 2024. In terms of percentage, Pune followed with a high growth of 85 per cent (34,388 flyers) during the same period. Coimbatore Airport, with 28,809 flyers, registered a 48.4 per cent increase in patronage over the previous year. Mangaluru and Surat saw a 35.1 per cent increase, with 62,159 and 18,790 flyers respectively in May this year. Similarly, Kannur Airport, with 1,00,993 international flyers, and Nagpur, with 10,471 flyers, each recorded a 20.7 per cent increase over their previous figures. The boom in international travel from Bengalurus Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) continued, with 6,05,742 flyers in May this year, up by a significant 25 per cent over the same month last year. In comparison, other major airports like Mumbai (13,42,584 flyers) and Delhi (17,04,549 flyers) recorded single-digit growths of 2.6 per cent and 1.2 per cent, respectively, over their May 2024 figures. Hyderabad recorded a healthy 11.2 per cent increase with 4,52,243 flyers. Domestic front data On the domestic front as well, relatively smaller airports showed strong growth in May 2025 over May 2024. Jharsuguda recorded 40,808 flyers (a 92.2% increase), Jabalpur 46,924 flyers (90.3%), Gorakhpur 1,00,404 flyers (87.5%), Shivamogga 14,104 flyers (80.6%), Agra 22,521 flyers (77.2%), Kanpur 35,720 flyers (58%), Tirupati 1,06,200 flyers (a 53.7% increase), Rajahmundry 54,963 flyers (50.5%), Tiruchirappalli 74,343 flyers (46.5%), Kannur 46,923 flyers (49.6%), Patna 4,07,993 flyers (34.6%), and Bhuj 18,861 flyers (30.8%).
600 women trainee constables protest at UP Gorakhpur centre over CCTV, poor facilities
LUCKNOW: In a serious blow to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths repeated claims of prioritising women's safety, over 600 trainee female constables erupted in protest at the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) training centre in Bichhia, Gorakhpur, on Wednesday morning. The trainees stormed out of their barracks around 8 am, crying and shouting slogans, alleging gross mismanagement, lack of basic amenities, and most shockingly, the alleged installation of CCTV cameras near bathroom areas. The protest began merely two days after the commencement of their training on July 21 and drew the attention of senior police officers as well as human rights observers. According to sources, one of the most disturbing claims made by the visibly distressed trainees was the alleged presence of CCTV cameras in the bathroom galleries. We are being shot, one of the protesting constables said. Multiple trainees echoed the same concern, saying the cameras near the washroom areas made them feel violated and unsafe. Another constable added that officers who visited the camp on Tuesday did not take their complaints seriously. They did nothing to address the issue and instead scolded us, she alleged. The constables also complained about severe overcrowding and lack of facilities. While the centre is designed to accommodate 360 trainees, over 600 women have reportedly been housed there, resulting in crammed and suffocating conditions. There was no electricity the whole night, and no arrangement of a generator. We were awake all night. In the morning, there was no water in the washroom. Only half a litre of water was provided for drinking. The RO system is insufficient. Even the food served is of sub-standard quality, one of the protesting constables said. The trainees maintained they would not resume training until all issues were resolved. Amidst the chaos, another controversy added to the unrest. An official directive reportedly ordering pregnancy tests for unmarried female constables sparked further outrage. According to sources, a letter was issued by DIG Rohan P to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), requesting deployment of a medical team to conduct the tests as part of a general health check-up prior to training. The directive faced immediate backlash, with the trainees calling it discriminatory and invasive. Taking swift action, IG Training Chandra Prakash cancelled the DIGs order. In a new directive, he clarified that no pregnancy tests would be conducted for any female constable. Instead, pregnant trainees may submit an affidavit and be permitted to join a later training batch. Officials clarified that, as per standard police training norms, married female constables are required to undergo pregnancy tests, while unmarried ones must submit affidavits declaring they are not pregnant. Any trainee found to be pregnant is shifted to a later batch and exempted from physical training due to health considerations. However, the manner in which the initial order was issued, allegedly without proper communication or consent, attracted severe criticism from rights advocates and trainees. As the protest gained momentum, senior officials, including PAC Commandant Anand Kumar and Circle Officer Deepanshi Rathore, arrived at the centre to address the constables concerns. A dialogue was held with the protesting women inside the training centre. Following the intervention, the trainees temporarily suspended their protest and returned to the campus, but insisted on the immediate removal of all surveillance cameras from sensitive areas, especially around bathrooms. The main gate of the PAC campus has since been sealed, and no outsider is being allowed to enter.
DDU University Entrance Exam Result 2025: Check counselling date, steps to download scorecard, more
Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University announced UG and PG entrance exam results, revealing girls' dominance across most courses. Online admissions are set to commence on July 24. Entrance exams were conducted from July 4 to 20 for 44 courses, while direct admissions started on July 18 for 27 courses with fewer applicants.
Online applications for admission in BTech courses at Deen Dayal Upadhayay University, Gorakhpur, through JEE Main quota will remain open till July 18. Applications have been invited for 122 seats.
Lucknow diary | Shuklas eagerly wait for Shubhanshus return
As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla inches closer to his return from the International Space Station (ISS), the sense of anticipation is palpable back home in lucknow. The Shuklas, grappling with anxiety during Shubhanshus historic lift-off a fortnight ago, are a bit relaxed now, thanks largely to hubhanshus calm composure and reassuring presence, even from space. The family is happy getting calls from him almost daily. They say he sounds confident. Thats reassuring to the family and makes the wait for his return bearable. The Axion-4 mission entered its 14th day on Wednesday, which means Shukla can now return any day next week. 2 claimants to the chair of Chief Medical Officer The post of Chief Medical Officer of Kanpur is at the centre of high drama played out by claimants. One is dr hari dutt Nemi, the previously suspended CMO. The other is dr Uday Nath, the incumbent CMO. The ruckus began when dr Nemi, who was suspended last month, returned to the office on Wednesday morning and occupied the CMO chair, claiming he got a high Court stay on his suspension. dr Nath hurried to the office, only to find Nemi already seated. A bristling Nath pulled a nearby chair and set up his office in the same room. They even dueled verbally. eventually, Nath shifted to the additional CMOs room. Over 37.21 crore saplings planted in 12-hour drive Uttar Pradesh witnessed another record-breaking feat when 37.21 crore saplings were planted during a 12-hour plantation drive, breaking last years record of 36.5 crore saplings. CM Yogi Adityanath kicked off the campaign -- ek Ped Maa Ke Naam by planting harishankari (peepal, pakar, and banyan) saplings in Ayodhya, Azamgarh and Gorakhpur. A plantation was carried out along the expressways, national and state highways, service lanes, and along rivers and tributaries under the Pavitra dhara Vriksharopan initiative to restore the ecological flow of the rivers. Teak and Sheesham saplings were mainly used on the day. Namita Bajpai Our correspondent in Uttar Pradesh namita.bajpai@ newindianexpress.com
Opposition parties promoted 'one district, one mafia' policy in Uttar Pradesh: CM Adityanath
Addressing an event Gorakhpur, Yogi Adityanath questioned the critics of his government's tree plantation drive
Allahabad HC Raps Officials Over Pond Encroachment, Summons Gorakhpur SSP
The case pertains to a pond measuring 0.214 hectares, recorded in revenue records as non-cultivable submerged land
'A Celebrity Now': How Gorakhpur Teen's Plea To CM Yogi Helped Her Return To School
On July 1, Pankhuri, who had dropped out of school due to unpaid fees, approached CM Yogi Adityanath at the Gorakhnath Temple, pleading for assistance to continue her studies.
Army doc successfully delivers baby at Jhansi railway station with pocket knife, hair clip
LUCKNOW: The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Upendra Dwivedi on Monday commended Major Rohit Bachwala for going beyond the call of duty, to help a Lucknow woman in successful delivery of baby girl at footover bridge at Jhansi railway station. On July 5, Major Bachwala, a medical officer at Jhansi Military hospital, used his pocket knife, hair clip and a dhoti to conduct an immediate delivery as the pregnant woman had slumped from a wheelchair due to excruciating labour pain at the footover bridge. After the delivery, the newborn was unresponsive at birth; however, Major Bachwala successfully resuscitated the infant. The mother, later, developed complications related to the placental delivery, which he managed effectively using available protective measures and clinical judgment, stated Additional Directorate General of Public Information in a tweet. The army doctor helped the woman deliver the baby at the Virangana Laxmibai Jhansi railway station on Saturday afternoon. Major Bachwala, 31, was travelling to Hyderabad via Bengaluru on a month-long leave to reunite with his family. While waiting for his train at the railway station, he saw a pregnant woman in severe labour pain on the footover bridge. Acting quickly, Maj Bachwala used his pocket knife and improvised hair clips and a dhoti to help her deliver the baby. Railway women staff stepped in to secure the area, ensuring privacy and safety during the process. The staff also provided him with gloves. The mother and the newborn were stable post-delivery. An ambulance was arranged to transport them to a nearby hospital for further care, Major Bachwala later told the media persons. As per the sources, a woman TTE was taking the pregnant woman for medical assistance in a wheelchair. As she was brought out of lift on a footover bridge, the pregnant lady screamed in pain when the army doctor rushed towards her and with whatever resources he had helped her deliver the baby. The woman was travelling from Panvel to Barabanki with her husband and child in Panvel-Gorakhpur Express 15066. However, the womans husband sought medical assistance from Railway authorities through an SOS following which the family was deboarded at the Jhansi station. Major Rohit Bachwala, who hails from Hyderabad, is the son of a former Indian Air Force personnel. In a statement, the Jhansi division of North Central Railway said: Railways was informed about the pregnant woman passenger, who had sought medical assistance through the Rail Madad app. Promptly, the Jhansi control room was activated and a team was rushed for medical assistance. As soon as the train reached Veerangana Laxmibai Jhansi station, the female passenger was attended to by a railway medical team and railway ticket checking staff. Following the successful delivery, the women TTE staff expressed their gratitude to Major Rohit Bachwala, saying he came as an angel in the hour of need.
Gorakhpur girl returns to school after Yogi's help
A Class 7 student, forced to drop out due to financial constraints, returned to school after the Chief Minister's intervention, sparking a political debate between the ruling party and the opposition.
UP School Refuses Fee Waiver For Gorakhpur Girl Despite CM Yogis Promise
The family said the Chief Minister assured them her education would not be disrupted due to financial constraints and promised a fee waiver.
Air passenger traffic across India soars by 6.6% in opening months of fiscal 2025-26
NEW DELHI: The total passenger traffic across airports in India has grown by 6.6% in the first two months of this financial year, compared to the corresponding period last year, reveals the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Srinagar and Amritsar airports, which were closed for some weeks due to the India-Pakistan conflict following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 this year, have reported a steep decline on the patronage front. AAI data reveals that 71.14 million passengers travelled during April-May of 2025 as compared to 66.73 million in the period in 2024. International traffic soared by 8.8% in the period compared with 13.4 million travellers compared to 12.31 million earlier. Domestic traffic has recorded a 6.1% growth with 57.74 million against the previous 66.73 million. A total of 5.54 crore Air Traffic Movement Movements (Arrivals and Departures) have been recorded in April-May 2025, up by 6.5% over the same period last year, the data shows. The freight traffic too has boomed with an 8.1% increase in April and May of 2025 over the previous year by transporting 643.47 metric tonnes. Airports which have been severely impacted due to Indo-Pak tensions were on expected lines - Srinagar and Amritsar. Passenger traffic in Srinagar dipped by a whopping 67.1% in the two months. Srinagar International Airport had a patronage of just 1,61,214 flyers as compared to 4,89,561 earlier. The Sri Guru Ramdas Ji airport in Amritsar too followed suit with 1,56,288 passengers in the first two months of this fiscal as compared to 2,75,837 last year. The top three airports in passenger traffic in the country continue to be Delhi (93,89,191 flyers), Mumbai (65,68,271) and Bengaluru (64,43,050). The KIA airport in Bengaluru continues its non-stop growth trajectory by recording a 6.7% growth over its performance in April-May 2024. However, Delhi has dipped by 1.2% and Mumbai by 0.5% during the compared period. Airports which have done significantly well over their past performance in the two-month period compared in succeeding years are Bhubaneshwar (25.5% over previous period), Tirupati (49.2%), Varanasi (25.8%) Kannur (33.2%), Patna (32.1%), Agra (77.8) and Agati (42.5%), Durgapur (37%), Bhuj (48.6), Cudappah (58.8%), Dharbanga (52.2%), Dehradun (29.1%), Cooch Behar (38.4%), Dimapur (27.4%), Gorakhpur (995) and Hubballi (37.1%), Jabalpur (92.2%), Jaisalmer (86.4%), Kanpur (57%) and Kishangarh (38.9%), Rajahmundry (46.3%) Nanded (28.3%) Kurnool (34.3%) and Shivamogga (85.5%)
Army doctor performs emergency delivery at railway platform with hair clip, pocket knife
An army doctor, Major Rohit Bachwala, delivered a baby girl on a Jhansi railway platform using a hair clip and pocket knife. A pregnant woman on the Panvel-Gorakhpur Express went into labor and was deboarded. Major Bachwala, waiting for his train, stepped in to help, creating a makeshift delivery area.
SAD leader Majithia sent to 14 days judicial custody in disproportionate assets case
CHANDIGARH: Senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, who is the brother-in-law of party president Sukhbir Singh Badal, was today sent to 14 days judicial custody in a disproportionate assets case by a court in Mohali. Amid tight security arrangements, Majithia was produced before the court. The police also detained several prominent SAD leaders and workers in different parts of the state in the morning to prevent them from coming towards Mohali. Speaking to the media after the court hearing, public prosecutors Ferry Sofat and Preet Inderpal Singh said Majithia has been sent to judicial custody for two weeks and will be lodged in the New Jail at Nabha. During investigations, many things have come to the fore during the remand period, Sofat said. Preet Inderpal said under the provisions of the law, if an investigating agency feels that remand is again required based on new facts emerging during the investigation, an application can be moved before the court to seek the remand. On the other hand, Arshdeep Singh Kler, counsel for Majithia, claimed the investigating agency does not have anything to back their case. The government only wants to suppress the voice of the Akali Dal. The police did not have proof in the drug case till today, and now in the disproportionate assets case, they did not find any asset. They only created media hype around the case, Kler alleged. Earlier, on July 2, a court here had extended the vigilance remand of Majithia by four more days. The next date of hearing is now set for July 19. Sources said Majithia was taken to Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday to gather evidence related to Saraya Industries. Majithia, on July 1, had moved the Punjab and Haryana High Court against the DA case, in which the next date of hearing has been fixed for July 8. He had termed it political witch-hunting and vendetta for being a vocal critic of the present government. In his petition, he sought appropriate relief against his illegal arrest and the subsequent remand granted in the FIR registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The said FIR is a result of political witch-hunting and vendetta, initiated by the present political dispensation with the sole object of maligning and harassing the petitioner, who has been a vocal critic and political opponent, the petition read. The petitioner submitted that the FIR registered against him is patently illegal, while his arrest was carried out in gross violation of settled legal procedures. The Punjab Vigilance Bureau had arrested Majithia on June 25 in a DA case allegedly involving the laundering of Rs 540 crore of drug money. In the fresh FIR registered against Majithia, the agency claimed that preliminary investigations revealed more than Rs 540 crore of drug money had been laundered through several means and that it was allegedly facilitated by Majithia. This FIR against Majithia stems from an ongoing investigation being conducted by a Punjab Police Special Investigation Team into a drug case. In 2021, Majithia was booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The action was taken on the basis of a 2018 report of the anti-drug Special Task Force. Majithia had spent more than five months in Patiala Central Jail and walked out of prison in August 2022 after the Punjab and Haryana High Court granted him bail.
President inaugurates AYUSH University in Gorakhpur; Yogi says dawn of new era in health
Gorakhpur (UP), Jul 1: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday inaugurated the Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University in Gorakhpur, in the presence of Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The university has been built at a cost of Rs 268 crore in Pipri, Bhathat in the district. The event was attended by Uttar Pradesh Minister of State for AYUSH and Food Safety (Independent Charge) Dayashankar Mishra Dayalu, local MP Ravi Kishan Shukla, and other dignitaries. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath [] The post President inaugurates AYUSH University in Gorakhpur; Yogi says dawn of new era in health appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
President inaugurates AYUSH University in Gorakhpur
Yogi Adityanath says it is the beginning of a ew era in health and culture in Uttar Pradesh
President Murmu to inaugurate Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University in Gorakhpur on July 1
Bomb threat sparks panic at 15 airports
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Madhya Pradesh farmer who sought bride from religious stage goes missing after trip to Gorakhpur
BHOPAL: A month after a viral video showed 45-year-old part-time teacher and farmer Indra Kumar Tiwari appealing for a bride from the stage of a religious event in Madhya Pradeshs Jabalpur district, he has mysteriously gone missing. Tiwari, a resident of Padwar (Khitola) village in Jabalpur, was last seen on June 2. Before leaving, he told neighbours he was travelling to Gorakhpur in eastern Uttar Pradesh and would return by June 6. When he failed to return, concerned villagers reported his disappearance, prompting the Majhouli Police Station to file a missing persons report on June 8. Police have since been trying to trace the middle-aged man, who has no close family members, complicating the investigation. Tiwaris public plea for marriage had gained attention after he spoke on stage during a religious gathering led by young preacher Swami Aniruddhacharya. According to locals, Tiwari had often expressed a desire to find a suitable match, possibly putting him on the radar of fraudsters running marriage scams. Before leaving for Gorakhpur, someone from there had met him. It is suspected he may have been lured with the promise of marriage, police sources involved in the probe said. Villagers claim that after his video went viral, unknown individuals contacted Tiwari, promising to arrange his marriage to a woman named Khushi. They reportedly asked him to bring jewellery and cash with him to Gorakhpur. Superintendent of Police Sampat Upadhyaya confirmed that Tiwari had indeed reached Gorakhpur, but disappeared shortly thereafter. Were actively investigating his disappearance. The lack of close relatives has made the case challenging, but were working on vital clues. The involvement of Looteri Dulhan (runaway bride) gangs is a possibility we are not ruling out, he said. The police continue to rely heavily on local villagers for leads, as they press on with efforts to solve the mystery of Tiwaris disappearance.
Yogi Adityanath met a young girl, Vashi, during a Janta Darshan event. He promised to help her get admission to a school. Adityanath also inaugurated the Gorakhpur Link Expressway. The expressway is a 91.35-kilometre project. It connects Gorakhpur to key districts. He said Uttar Pradesh is becoming the expressway state of India. He also mentioned previous administrations' incomplete projects.
Take strict action against land encroachers: Adityanath
GORAKHPUR, June 22: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday asked officials to take strict action against land mafia and encroachers, saying such people should not be spared. Adityanath met nearly 200 people at the Janata Darshan here, and assured them prompt and time-bound resolution of their grievances. Asking officials to take immediate action on all complaints, he warned that any delay in redressal would not be tolerated, the state government said in a statement. During the interaction, a [] The post Take strict action against land encroachers: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Yogi inaugurates Gorakhpur Link Expressway, says U.P. is no longer a BIMARU State
CM says the expressway will provide world-class connectivityto Azamgarh and the adjoining Sant Kabir Nagar, Ambedkar Nagar and Gorakhpur; accuses previous govt. of failing in development
From Gorakhpur to Patliputra before lunch? PM Modis new Vande Bharat makes it happen
Narendra Modi launched the Patliputra-Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express. The train will run six days a week. It will connect eastern Uttar Pradesh and northern Bihar. The Prime Minister also flagged off an export locomotive for Guinea. This locomotive was made in Marhowra, Bihar. Additionally, he inaugurated the Vaishali-Deoria railway line.
Azamgarh got new identity under BJP govt: Adityanath
AZAMGARH (UP), June 20: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said people of Uttar Pradesh were earlier scared of taking the name of Azamgarh or identifying with the place but under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it has become the fortress of indomitable courage. Azamgarh had to earlier beg for its identity but now the situation has changed, he said while speaking at the inauguration of the Gorakhpur Link Expressway. Uttar Pradesh is making its identity from [] The post Azamgarh got new identity under BJP govt: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP has become land of expressways from bimaru state: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Gorakhpur Link Expressway in Azamgarh, emphasizing the state's transformation from a 'bimaru' state to one with extensive expressways. He credited the BJP government for working towards a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047 and highlighted the improved connectivity and development in Azamgarh, contrasting it with the previous government's shortcomings.
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated development projects in Bihar, including flagging off a locomotive for export to Guinea under the 'Make in India' initiative and launching the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra and Gorakhpur.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Gorakhpur Link Expressway, enhancing connectivity in the state. The expressway spans from Jaitpur in Gorakhpur to Salarpur in Azamgarh, linking to the Purvanchal Expressway. This four-lane access-controlled expressway, costing Rs 7,283.28 crore, reduces travel time significantly, offering a faster route to Lucknow, Delhi and Agra.
PM Modi inaugurates Rs 5,735 crore worth development projects in Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth Rs 9,518 crore in Bihar, encompassing water, rail, and power sectors. During his visit to Siwan, he launched 32 projects, including urban development schemes and road projects. Modi also flagged off a new Vande Bharat train connecting Pataliputra and Gorakhpur, and laid the foundation for Amrit Bharat and Namami Gange projects.
Rs 7,283 Crore Gorakhpur Link Expressway Inaugurated By CM Yogi, To Connect Four UP Districts
PATNA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of various infrastructure and development projects worth Rs 5,700 crore in Bihars Siwan district on Friday. This marks his second visit to the poll-bound state in under a month and his fifth since January this year. Modis visit is expected to further energise the political atmosphere in Bihar, where state assembly elections are scheduled for October-November. During his visit, he will also flag off a Vande Bharat Express train connecting Patliputra railway station in the state capital to Gorakhpur in neighbouring Uttar Pradesh. Siwan, once regarded as the stronghold of late RJD MP and strongman Mohammad Shahabuddin, will witness several key unveilings during the Prime Ministers visit. Notably, PM Modi will flag off the first locomotive manufactured for export to Guinea in West Africa, produced at the diesel locomotive factory in Marhowrah, Saran district. This marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time Indian Railways is exporting a locomotive, rather than sending aid under a line of credit as done previously with countries such as Bangladesh and Mozambique. In a major push for railway infrastructure, Modi will also inaugurate the VaishaliDeoria railway line project, constructed at a cost of Rs 400 crore. A new train service on this route will also be flagged off. Other major projects to be launched during the visit include: Bettiah power supply project worth Rs 69 crore Chhapra water supply project worth Rs19 crore Buxar water supply project worth Rs 156 crore Motihari sewerage management project worth Rs 400 crore Buxar sewerage management project worth Rs 256 crore Continuing the government's commitment to Housing for All, the Prime Minister will release the first instalment of financial assistance to over 53,500 beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Urban (PMAY-U). Additionally, he will hand over keys to selected beneficiaries of 6,600 newly completed homes, marking their Grih Pravesh (housewarming). Meanwhile, the Election Commission is expected to visit Bihar later this month to assess on-ground conditions, including the impact of recurrent flooding in several districts. The assembly elections are likely to be held in two to three phases.
The Vande Bharat Express train will run six days a week except Saturday. It will depart from Gorakhpur at 05.40 am and take 7 hours to reach its final destination.
Modi to announce bonanzas during poll-bound Bihar visit
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modis scheduled visit to Bihar on June 20 to attend a railway function followed by a public rally in Siwan holds political significance. Considered a stronghold of the RJD, Siwan is home to a sizeable Muslim and Yadav voter base demographics the BJP aims to influence ahead of assembly elections due in October-November. Siwan and adjoining districts of Gopalganj and Chhapra are politically critical for the NDA. Modis address is expected to target RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, especially after a controversy erupted over placement of Dr BR Ambedkars picture near his feet. Narendra Modi will not miss the chance to target RJD over the issue, in a bid to polarise Dalit votes in favour of the NDA across Siwan, which has a 45% Dalit population, said political observer RK Verma. He added that the PM will highlight the double engine governments commitment to development and accused the Opposition of playing politics over Dalit issues. There is also a strong chance of the PM speaking on the caste census, for which his government issued a notification a few days ago, an NDA leader said. PM may highlight how the new Waqf law is designed to benefit economically weaker Muslim women and families, particularly from the Pasmanda community, he said. The PM will flag off a Vande Bharat train from Patliputra to Gorakhpur. He is scheduled to inaugurate and lay foundation stone for projects worth `9,519 crore in Siwan. The PMs rally will highlight our developmental agenda, countering the Oppositions fake narrative, a senior NDA leader, wishing not to be named. As Siwan is the birthplace of Indias first President, Dr Rajendra Prasad, the PM is likely to use this historical connection to strike an emotional chord with the public.
Honeymoon murder case: Meghalaya cops back in Indore to speed up probe as new angle emerges
BHOPAL: A week after making a series of arrests in connection with the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case, the special investigation team (SIT) of the Meghalaya Police has returned to Indore again to further probe the May 23 honeymoon killing. A three-member team headed by a deputy SP and also including two sub-inspectors has been in Indore since Tuesday to gather more evidence and record statements of more people to strengthen its probe into the Indore transporter Raja Raghuvanshis May 23 murder. Prior to this, police teams from the north-eastern state had arrested four men, including the murders mastermind Raj Kushwaha and his three henchmen Akash, Anand and Vishal, and taken them on transit remand from Indore to Meghalaya on June 10. Those four accused, besides Rajas widow Sonam Raghuvanshi (identified as the principal conspirator in the case), are currently being grilled by police in Meghalaya. According to informed sources, the SIT team from Meghalaya visited multiple spots in Indore on Tuesday and Wednesday including a rented flat in Dewas Naka area, where Sonam was in hiding between May 30 and June 7, a restaurant in Super Corridor area where the murder plot was allegedly hatched and the houses of Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshis families. The cops from Meghalaya are also believed to have visited the offices and godown of Sonams family business in eastern Indore and gathered crucial evidence. The visiting Meghalaya police team has also questioned and recorded statements of key members of both Raja and Sonams families, including Rajas brothers and Sonams brother Govind. Meghalaya honeymoon murder case: Ghazipur girl claims she travelled with accused Sonam in a bus to Gorakhpur Sonam's telephone calls: New angle in the case The visit by the police team from the northeastern state assumes significance after the Meghalaya DGP Idashisha Nongrang said on Monday that the investigators probing the murder of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi in Sohra (Cherrapunjee) were not treating the love triangle as the only motive, but are also looking into various other angles. We are investigating whether there is anything more to this case, the DGP had said. Amid the ongoing investigations, a novel development related to Sonams telephonic conversations over the last few months has come to the fore. As per informed sources, Sonam had talked over 100 times with someone on a mobile phone number registered in the name of Sanjay Verma. The conversations took place 100-120 times in less than a month in March-April. Though that telephone number is registered in Sanjay Vermas name, the possibility of the number being used by Raj Kushwaha to connect with Sonam cannot be ruled out, a source added. One of the initial clues which guided the SIT to Sonam and Raj was the long telephonic conversations between the two of them, particularly between May 15 and May 17. This latest telephonic conversation between Sonam and someone talking through a phone number registered in Sanjay Vermas name may well throw a new angle in the case. With the Meghalaya DGP maintaining that the probe is covering all possible angles, it also remains to be seen whether the investigators zero down upon the suspected hawala transactions linked to Sonams family business and use of benami accounts, particularly bank accounts held in her cousin Jitendra Raghuvanshis name, for major money transactions. Sonam and Raj along with three henchmen were arrested from MP and UP on June 8 and 9 in connection with Raja Raghuvanshis killing near a waterfall in Sohra (Cherrapunjee) on May 23, just 12 days after Sonam and Rajas marriage in Indore. The 29-year-old Rajas body was found in a gorge on June 2. Meghalaya honeymoon murder: Was money from benami account used to fund Raja Raghuvanshi's killers?
UP govt to use Swiss-tech on expressways
Uttar Pradesh is set to enhance expressway ride quality using Swiss technology, following successful trials on the Gorakhpur Link Expressway. The state government will deploy AI-based systems developed by ETH Zurich on major expressways like Ganga, Bundelkhand, and Purvanchal. High-precision sensors in vehicles will assess and improve riding comfort across all lanes, ensuring safe and smooth road infrastructure.
UP Police busts racket smuggling liquor into Bihar in milk tanker
Mau (UP): Two people were arrested for using a milk tanker with a concealed compartment to illegally transport alcohol from Uttar Pradesh to Bihar, a dry state, police said. Mau police intercepted the consignment, worth more than Rs 10 lakh, on Friday near the Gorakhpur-Varanasi highway during a special checking drive, they said. Inside what appeared to be an ordinary milk tanker, police found 173 cartons of country-made liquor and eight cartons of whisky pouches, officials said. Mau in eastern Uttar Pradesh is located close to Bihar, where assembly polls are due later this year. Speaking at a press conference, SP Elamaran G said, This is a major breakthrough for the Mau police. The liquor was hidden inside a modified compartment in a milk tanker. Our FSO team and Kotwali police acted swiftly on a tip-off and seized liquor worth more than Rs 10 lakh near Harua. She added that the liquor was picked up from Ghazipur and was being smuggled into Bihar, a state where alcohol is prohibited. When we scanned the barcodes on the pouches, we traced the origin to shops in Ghazipur, the SP said. From the outside, the tanker looked like it was carrying milk or other dairy items, but the internal structure had a hidden chamber designed to transport liquor. Two men from Bihar's Buxar district, who were accompanying the consignment, were arrested on the spot. The vehicle's driver managed to flee and is currently being traced, police said.
UP BJPs wait for a new state chief continues
LUCKNOW: Even after five months past the partys expected timeline, the wait for the new president of the Uttar Pradesh unit of the ruling BJP continues. The delay is a hot topic in the political corridors of the state. Experts feel that the BJP is taking time to pick a leader who can lead the party not only through the upcoming panchayat elections but also the significant 2027 battle. A section of leaders believes that the state will get a new chief only after the election of a new national BJP president. The term of the current UP BJP chief, Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary, a Jat leader from western UP ended in January 2023, concurrent with BJP national president JP Naddas term. Chaudhary was appointed UP BJP chief on August 29, 2022. At the time, he was the Panchayati Raj Minister in Yogi Adityanaths cabinet. The appointment was seen as an attempt to reach out to the influential Jat community, which had spearheaded the year-long farmers protest ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. While CM Yogi Adityanath hails from eastern UP, the party then sought regional balance by appointing Chaudhary. Incidentally, since Naddas term has been extended, Chaudharys term has also been extended. Notably, organisational elections at the lower levels have been completed in the state. On March 16, new district presidents were appointed in 70 of the 98 districts as per the partys configuration. Since then, however, no step has been taken to elect a new state chief. Although deliberations on appointing a new UP BJP chief began in January, and National General Secretary BL Santosh had said a new state president would be announced by January 15, party workers had expected a final decision by thenor at least by January 30. Five months have passed, yet theres still no development or indication from the party regarding the impending election. In the absence of concrete steps, speculation abounds over probable names for the post. OBC leaders like Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh, Animal Husbandry Minister Dharampal Singh, Rajya Sabha member Baburam Nishad, and MLC Ashok Kataria are in the race. From the Scheduled Castes category, former minister Ram Shankar Katheria and MLC Vidyasagar Sonkar are being discussed. A few Brahmin community names, former Basti MP Harish Dwivedi, Rajya Sabha member Dr. Dinesh Sharma, MLA Srikant Sharma, and Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay are also prominent in discussions. Political experts note that the BJP, known for its strategic planning, faces the crucial challenge of the upcoming panchayat elections. The appointment of the state president will be made with that in mind. The party is busy understanding the mathematics of the panchayat polls, says Prof. A.K. Mishra, a prominent political scientist. Party insiders say the delay in announcing a new state chief is also hindering changes in the regional presidencies, four out of the six regions (Awadh, Kashi, Braj, West Gorakhpur, and Kanpur). Complaints against one or two regional presidents have surfaced. These leaders are uncertain about their political futures and are conducting party programs and campaigns half-heartedly. Their entire focus is on either becoming regional president again or finding a spot in the new state team, says a senior BJP leader. Moreover, regional presidents have not been allowed to form their own teams, having to work with 2021s team. Insiders say central leadership received complaints about irregularities in forming regional and district teams, leading to an unofficial ban on announcing executive committees. At the same time, the state presidents of BJPs Mahila Morcha, Yuva Morcha, OBC Morcha, Kisan Morcha, SC Morcha, ST Morcha, and Minority Morcha have been working for about four years, no changes were made during Chaudharys tenure. Once a new BJP state president is appointed, the state presidents of all morchas will also be replaced.
Meghalaya honeymoon murder case: Where was Sonam for 17 days after Rajas killing?
With Meghalaya police linking the May23 honeymoon murder of Raja Raghuvanshi to his wife Sonam and four others, the milliondollar question remains, where was Sonam for the 17 days after her husband was killed? According to sources, investigators are pursuing information indicating that Sonam may have returned to her hometown of Indore on May25, two days after the killing, before possibly leaving by road for Varanasi in eastern UP. It is believed that upon returning to Indore, she met alleged accomplice Raj Kushwah (an accountant in her fathers furniture business), who then hid her in a rented room near Dewas Naka. Two days later, she was allegedly sent by Raj perhaps via Taxi to Varanasi. Afterward, she disappeared until resurfacing in eastern UPs Nandganj (Ghazipur) around 1:15am on June89. Another theory under investigation is that Sonam boarded a bus from Varanasi ISBT bound for Gorakhpur on June8, but deboarded after approximately 65km at a dhaba near Nandganj when she learned of Raj Kushwah and three others being arrested in Indore that night. Eyewitnesses say they saw her at Varanasi ISBT speaking with two young men before boarding the bus. If the second possibility is accurate, why was she heading to Gorakhpur? In the past, people in hiding used that route to escape into Nepal. Were verifying all these leads, including information gathered from the initial questioning of the four male suspects and Sonam, offical sources said. Meghalaya honeymoon murder: Sonam's alleged affair could be motive behind killing, says police; lover among four held Further investigation has revealed that Raj Kushwah provided Rs50,000 and two cell phones (one keypad, one Android) to his three henchmen, Vishal, Akash, and Anand before they traveled from Delhi to Meghalaya via the Rajdhani Express. According to a senior officer, the keypad phone updated Raj on their progress, while the Android phone received live location and photos from Sonam as they tailed the couple from Guwahati to Rajas death between May2023. Assistant Commissioner Poonam Chand Yadav, part of the joint IndoreMeghalaya investigation team, said, Vishal has confessed to attacking Raja from behind on the head on May23. Our searches in Vishals Indore home recovered key evidence, including the clothes worn during the assault. A nearby open ground in Kailash Nagar was also searched, recovering SIM cards and other possible evidence. Notably, Vishal, Akash, and Anand were allchildhood friends of Raj Kushwah. Digital payment records show that Sonam was making transactions on Raj Kushwahs account throughout their North-East trip. Meanwhile, the Meghalaya police team in Indore has transferred Raj Kushwah and his three accomplices by flight, along with the lone female suspect, to Meghalaya for further questioning.
UP man kills himself on Bakrid as an offering to God
LUCKNOW: In a tragic incident, a Muslim man from Udhopur village in Deoria district of eastern UP allegedly died by suicide claiming he was offering himself as a sacrifice to the Almighty. The victim identified as Ish Mohammad, 60, reportedly slit his throat with a knife on the occasion of Bakrid on Saturday. Hearing him groaning, the family members rushed to him, finding him lying in a pool of blood. He was immediately rushed to Gorakhpur Medical College, where he died during the treatment. According to the relatives, Mohammed is said to have written a note to the village Pradhanstating the goats he reared and nurtured like kids have been sacrificed on Bakrid. So I hereby sacrifice myself and offer to Allah Rasool, he wrote. I am offering myself to Allah Rasool. No one has killed me. Bury me with patience. He also mentioned the exact location where he wished to be buried. Ish Mohammad is survived by his wife and three sons. While two of his sons live with the family in Udhopur, the youngest is employed at a hotel in Mumbai. (If you are having suicidal thoughts, or are worried about a friend or need emotional support, someone is always there to listen. Call Sneha Foundation - 04424640050, Tele Manas - 14416 (available 24x7) or iCall, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences' helpline - 02225521111, which is available Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm.)
Ghaziabad Police receives death threat call aimed at Delhi CM; callers location traced to Gorakhpur
The officer said the Delhi police and the Ghaziabad police are collaborating to apprehend the accused.
'Give special attention to cleanliness': Yogi Adityanath instructs Gorakhpur corporators
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assured Gorakhpur residents that the city would not be divided during the rainy season, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness. He urged everyone to plant trees to combat climate change and rejuvenate rivers. Adityanath also highlighted infrastructure developments, including four-lane roads and the upcoming AYUSH university, alongside improvements in waste management and recreational facilities.
2 Riders Flung Into Air, 2 Dragged After Speeding Car Rams Into Bike In Gorakhpur | On Cam
Uttar Pradesh Food Safety Team Busts 2,500 Kg Fake Paneer And 13,076 Litres Fake Bottled Water
The food safety inspections in Uttar Pradesh were carried out in Gorakhpur and Gautam Buddha Nagar and discovered adulterated milk, paneer and drinking water.
A 22-year-old teacher from Chiluatal, Gorakhpur, fell in love with her 14-year-old 9th-grade student.
LUCKNOW: A woman filed an FIR against her husband after spotting someone resembling him, dressed as a woman and performing in an obscene video with another man, while browsing adult content online. The case came to the fore in Sant Kabir Nagar, adjacent to Gorakhpur district. The FIR lodged by the woman pertained to her husband working as a government doctor posted in Sant Kabir Nagar jail. In her complaint, the woman claimed that the videos, uploaded under a fake name, were hosted on paid adult platforms. She insisted that the man in the video, donning a wig and womens clothes and performing lewd acts, was her husband. The complainant stated she recognised the decor and furniture in the video as those from their official residence at the district jail complex in Khalilabad (Sant Kabir Nagar), where they previously lived. She said she had personally chosen the wallpaper, curtains, and furnishings seen in the footage, suggesting the house may have been used as a makeshift studio. The woman also alleged that when she confronted her husband on May 18, the situation turned violent. Currently residing in Gorakhpur, she informed her father and brother about his activities. They later confronted the doctor at his residence in Khalilabad, leading to a scuffle that was captured on CCTV. He produced and monetised adult content while faking as a transgender performer, she said, also accusing her husband of infidelity, abuse, and mental harassment over the years, with prior complaints lodged at a police station in Gorakhpur. Meanwhile, the district police sealed off the doctors government accommodation, and the health department constituted a three-member inquiry panel to look into the matter. According to Sant Kabir Nagar SP Sandeep Kumar Meena, the FIR was lodged against the doctor under sections 115(2) (attempt to commit offences punishable), and 294 (obscene acts and songs in public) of Bharatiya Nyaya Samhita (BNS) on the basis of the complaint of his wife. Meanwhile, the accused doctor denied his wife's allegations and filed a counter-complaint, claiming the videos were deepfakes created by her brother, a software engineer, as part of a conspiracy to sabotage his career and mental health. He alleged a longstanding domestic dispute with his wife and said her harassment had led to his fathers death. According to Sant Kabir Nagar Chief Medical Officer Dr Ram Anuj Kannaujia, a departmental inquiry was underway against the doctor, A forensic examination of the videos is expected to determine their authenticity. Police are also investigating the allegations of domestic violence, AI manipulation, and cybercrime, said the CMO.
The new Gorakhpur-Patna Vande Bharat express, with 8 coaches, will cover a distance of about 500 kilometers. From Gorakhpur to Patna, Muzaffarpur will be the only scheduled stoppage.
Wanted criminal with Rs 1 lakh bounty killed in Gonda police encounter
LUCKNOW: In an early morning operation, Uttar Pradesh Police shot dead a notorious criminal, Sonu Pasi alias Bhure, who had a Rs 1 lakh reward on his arrest. The encounter took place near Saloni Mohammadpur Bandha in Gonda district on Tuesday. Pasi had over 50 cases registered against him across several districts since 2002. The charges included murder, attempted murder, offences under the NDPS Act, Arms Act, Gangster Act, theft, and dacoity. He was wanted by police in areas such as Tarabganj, Paraspur, Kotwali Nagar, Karnailganj, Chhawani, and Huzurpur in Bahraich district, among others. Police tracked him down during a joint operation by Umri Begumganj and Khodare police stations, with support from the Special Operations Group (SOG). Gonda SP Vineet Jaiswal said Pasi, a resident of Kadipur under Karnailganj police station, was recently involved in a burglary on the night of April 24-25 in Dixir village. During the incident, one family member was shot dead by the robbers, including Pasi. Three other suspects Brijesh Pasi, Pallu Pasi, and Nanmunna Lodhi were arrested in an encounter on 8 May. However, Sonu Pasi remained at large, prompting the ADG of Gorakhpur zone to declare a Rs 1 lakh reward for his arrest. According to police, Pasi opened fire when surrounded, with one bullet hitting the bulletproof jacket of the Umri Begumganj SHO. Police returned fire, and Pasi was later declared dead at the hospital. From the site, police recovered a .32 bore illegal pistol with spent cartridges, a country-made .315 bore firearm, and a Hero HF Deluxe motorcycle without a number plate.
Construction work of Gorakhpur International Cricket Stadium begins
Uttar Pradesh government is accelerating the construction of Gorakhpur International Cricket Stadium. This stadium is Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's dream project. The stadium will be built on a 50-acre site with an investment of Rs 236.40 crore. It will have a seating capacity of 30,000 spectators. The stadium aims to meet international standards and host various large-scale events.
Gorakhpur fair in Ghazni aides name called off
The 900-year-old Bale Miyan fair in Gorakhpur, dedicated to Syed Salar Masud Ghazi, has been cancelled this year as organizers claim local authorities have not granted clearance. This break in tradition follows similar cancellations in Bahraich and Sambhal. These cancellations occurred after CM Yogi Adityanath's statement against glorifying invaders, suggesting a potential link to the government's stance.
UP Zoos Closed After Bird Flu Kills Two Big Cats, Tiger Reserves on Alert
Following the deaths of a tigress in Gorakhpur and a lion in Kanpur due to H5N1, the Central Zoo Authority has shut all zoos in UP till May 20 and issued alerts for tiger reserves.
Bird Flu Scare In UP: Gorakhpur Tigress's Death Due To H5N1 Triggers Statewide Zoo Shutdown
Asiatic lion Pataudi dies at Kanpur zoo amid bird flu scare; samples sent to NIHSAD for testing
LUCKNOW: Amid the growing threat of avian influenza, or bird flu, an Asiatic lion Pataudi died at the Kanpur zoo on Thursday morning, days after being brought in for treatment following the death of a tigress Shakti from the virus. Pataudi was brought to Kanpur zoo from Ashfaq Ullah Khan Zoological Park in Gorakhpur on May 11. Meanwhile, the Kanpur Zoo authorities sent the visceral samples of the feline to National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal for testing. The state wildlife authorities had already shut the three zoos, Lucknow, Kanpur, and Gorakhpur, along with the Etawah Lion Safari till May 20 as a precautionary measure amid the bird flu scare. Moreover, additional samples from animals have been collected and sent for testing. As per informed sources, Pataudi, aged 15, was brought to Etawah Lion Safari from Junagarh in Gujarat in September 2019. After spending two years at the safari, he was relocated to Gorakhpur Zoo in 2021. The wildlife authorities claimed that the lion was undergoing treatment for pancreatic and hepatic infections. For the last two days, the feline had stopped consuming food and was surviving only on water. He was administered intravenous medication, and a thorough examination was conducted by veterinary doctors on Wednesday. Pataudi was quarantined on suspicion of bird flu, and the Kanpur Zoo authorities have been ensuring continuous sanitisation of the entire premises. According to Dr. Nasir, who led a team of four veterinary doctors from the state animal husbandry department, Pataudi had consumed about a kilogram of chicken upon his arrival at Kanpur Zoo on May 11. However, he stopped eating anything from Tuesday onwards. While the Kanpur Zoo authorities are awaiting Pataudis test reports, veterinary experts from Bareillys Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) have expressed concerns that he might have contracted bird flu. His remains will be cremated following safety norms after final confirmation from the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal. Kanpur Zoo ranger Naved Ikram stated that all other animals were currently healthy and under strict veterinary observation. He added that everyone entering the wildlife enclosures had been instructed to wear PPE kits as a preventive measure
LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh Police continue their relentless crackdown on individuals posting pro-Pakistan content on social media platforms during Operation Sindoor . As per the police sources, 30 persons across 18 districts have been arrested by the authorities so far for their anti-India and pro-Pakistan posts on social media during the military operation by India in retaliation to Pahalgam terror killings . The police sources claim that, abiding by the directives of UP DGP Prashant Kumar, special team of social media cell of police headquarters has been running a relentless campaign lodging cases against such pro-Pakistan elements in Gorakhpur, Bareilly, Lakhimpur Kheri, Baghpat and many more districts across the state for making objectionable posts and comments on social media. The police authorities are also tracing those who, fearing the police action, deleted their social media accounts after making incendiary comments against India during Operation Sindoor, says a senior police officer. Police have initiated legal action against an account spreading false rumors on social media claiming that 40 people had died in a bomb blast in Gorakhpur during Operation Sindoor. The post was traced to an account under the name of Shalu Tripathi. Similarly, Bareillys Fareedpur resident, Faqruddin, was held for making objectionable posts on Facebook. In Lakhimpur Kheri Sameer Ali and Abdul Ashiq were held for shouting slogan Pakistan Zindabad and writing pro-Pakistan posts on social media. In Baghpat, the district police authorities have booked Usman Zahid for putting anti-India content on social media and a team of cops is out to nab him. The police authorities claim that the action is being taken not only against those who posted objectionable content on social media but also those anti-social elements who commented on such objectionable posts and shared them as well. The police authorities are also suspecting the role of toolkit behind such posts and a thorough investigation is on. On the other hand, Uttar Pradesh Textile Industry Traders Association has given a call to boycott textiles imported from China and Turkiye as both the countries supported Pakistan openly during the recent military face-off between the two neighbours in the aftermath of Pahalgam terror killings. As per the Association sources, a delegation would soon meet Raskha Mantri Rajnath Singh seeking a ban on the textile trade with China and Turkiye. Associations president Ashok Motiyani said that Indian traders import textile from China and Turkiye substantially giving a respectable chunk of revenue to the two terror-supporting countries. As Turkiye and China are openly siding with the enemy country, there is no need to have trade relations with them, says Anil Bajaj, the general secretary of the Association. The scale of textile trade with the two countries could be assessed from the fact that in Lucknow only, the textile traders do a business worth Rs 200 crore per month by importing clothes from Turkiye and China.
'Food adulteration is a social crime,' says UP CM Yogi; calls for public shaming of offenders
LUCKNOW: Launching a renewed crackdown on those involved in food adulteration and the sale of counterfeit medicines, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday termed the menace a social crime, declaring that such acts would not be tolerated. In a strong deterrent measure, the CM called for the public identification of offenders by displaying their photos at major intersections to raise awareness and discourage others. Chairing a high-level review meeting of the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) department in Lucknow, Adityanath directed officials to take strict and decisive action against adulterators, fake medicine traders, and others under the states zero tolerance policy. He instructed that daily consumables such as oil, ghee, spices, milk, and cheese be tested rigorouslypreferably at production unitsto ensure quality. Special teams should be formed to carry out intensive checks of milk and dairy products with continuous monitoring, he said. Additionally, professional blood donors should be identified, and effective control should be established in this sector, he added. Public health is the state's top priority and it must be handled with full transparency and commitment. Officials informed the CM that the states network of food and drug laboratories had expanded significantly. Apart from six major divisions already in operation, new laboratories and offices have been established in Aligarh, Ayodhya, Azamgarh, Bareilly, Basti, Chitrakoot, Kanpur, Mirzapur, Moradabad, Prayagraj, Saharanpur, and Devi Patan divisions. Laboratory buildings in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Jhansi have also been upgraded, while three modern microbiology labs have been set up in Lucknow, Meerut, and Varanasi. These facilities are equipped for testing microorganisms, protozoa, viruses, bacteria, mycotoxins, and other pathogens. Testing is already underway in Lucknow and Meerut. The Chief Minister suggested the creation of a Corpus Fund to support the operation and maintenance of these laboratories. To tackle the fake drug trade effectively, Adityanath directed improved coordination between FSDA and police authorities to ensure better enforcement and drug quality checks. For transparency in the food safety process, FSDA has implemented a password-protected barcode system, allowing confidential and impartial sample analysis. Each sample is digitally tested by scientists and validated only after senior official approval. To boost public involvement, the department has introduced a mobile app called Food Safety Connect and a toll-free number (1800-180-5533). The CM instructed that a complaint be considered resolved only after the complainant expresses satisfaction. Significant progress has also been reported in the pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing sectors. Over the past three years, investment proposals worth 1,470 crore have been approved, generating direct employment for more than 3,340 people. There has also been a notable increase in pharmaceutical units, medical device production, blood banks, and retail medicine sellers across the state.
Bird flu scare in UP: Two more zoos shut, surveillance stepped up in poultry farms
LUCKNOW, May 14: The Uttar Pradesh government has ordered the closure of zoos in Lucknow and Kanpur for a week, a day after similar precautionary measures were taken in Gorakhpur and Etawah, following the detection of bird flu in a tigress that died at the Shaheed Ashfaqullah Khan Zoo in Gorakhpur, officials said Wednesday. Forest Minister Arun Kumar Saxena said surveillance has been intensified not just in zoos, but also in poultry farms across the state. The zoo shutdown [] The post Bird flu scare in UP: Two more zoos shut, surveillance stepped up in poultry farms appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bird flu scare: Death of a tigress lead to closure of zoos in Uttar Pradesh
LUCKNOW: The death of a tigress in Gorakhpur zoo led to the closure of Lucknow, Kanpur and Gorakhpur zoos along with Etawah Lion Safari for a week on Tuesday evening following the bird flu scare in the state zoos. The decision to shut the zoos came after the death of a tigress Shakti at the Gorakhpur zoo as bird flu was confirmed as the cause of the death of feline. Meanwhile, all the Tiger reserves, including Pilibhit Tiger Reserve, Dudhwa Tiger Reserve in Lakhimpur Kheri, Amangarh Tiger Reserve in Bijnore, Ranipur Tiger Reserve in Chitrakoot and Suhelva Tiger Reserve in Balrampur, in the state have been directed to be on high alert. The wildlife authorities got alerted after the death of tigress Shakti at Gorakhpur zoo on May 7. Its viscera samples were sent to the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal, which confirmed bird flu as the cause of death on Tuesday. The tigress, Shakti, was over two years old and was brought to Gorakhpur after her rescue from Lakhimpur Kheris Mailani in May, 2024. Also, the viscera examination of the tigress by NIHSAD confirmed the presence of a rare Vibrio bacterial infection. This bacterium, typically found in aquatic life including fish and seabirds, is a potential risk of spreading H5N1 (avian influenza) through direct contact. Infection in several big cat species, including tigers, leopards, and others is common as they feed on infected poultry carcasses. Cats are also prone to infection because of their risk of exposure to poultry or wild birds, say the wild life experts. Moreover, female wolf Bhairavi also succumbed at the Gorakhpur zoo and its viscera samples were sent to IVRI Bareilly. Bhairavi's results are awaited. Meanwhile, a sick tiger named Pataudi was recently transferred to the Kanpur zoo, raising concerns about the potential spread of the virus there. The monitoring of all animals in the zoo is being done. They are being checked for symptoms of bird flu or other illnesses. Keepers have been made aware of the symptoms, said the senior forest official. According to Anuradha Vemuri, the principal chief conservator of forest-Wildlife (PCCF-Wildlife), the highest protocol was already in place. The zoos in Lucknow, Kanpur and Gorakhpur districts and the lion safari in Etawah shall remain closed for a week, she said. In a late Tuesday evening message to the staff of tiger reserves, senior forest officials asked them to keep a watch on the behaviour of animals on their premises and report if any of them fell sick or died. Meanwhile, Chief minister Yogi Adityanath, taking cognizance of the scare, directed the wildlife authorities to enforce maximum vigilance in all zoos in Uttar Pradesh to check the spread of H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu). As per an official statement, the CM chaired a high-level meeting saying the safety of protected animals and birds in zoos, bird sanctuaries, national parks, wetland areas and cow shelters must be treated as the topmost priority. He instructed officials to take all necessary preventive measures promptly and strictly in accordance with the guidelines issued by both the central and state governments to curb the possible spread of the infection. As a preventive strategy, Yogi ordered regular sanitization of zoo premises and the use of blow torching where needed. He also emphasized mandatory health screenings of all wild animals and birds, along with strict inspection of their food to prevent any contamination. The CM directed that all zoo staff be fully aware about avian influenza and equipped with PPE kits and other essential safety gear. He further said that staff duties within enclosures be assigned according to the level of associated risk. He called for strict monitoring of all poultry farms in line with safety protocols and tight control over the movement of poultry products. He directed the health department to assess the potential impact of bird flu on humans to prevent any risk of transmission to the public. The CM said that zoo authorities should be in regular contact with institutions like the Central Zoo Authority, National Centre for Disease Control, ministry of health, department of fisheries and dairy, and the Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Bareilly, to seek advice and implement necessary action accordingly. At the same time, Gorakhpur health officials had collected blood samples from over 100 staff members of the Zoo, especially, those who were in touch with the Tigress Shakti. Their reports are expected by Wednesday, said Dr Yogesh Singh, the veterinary doctor at the Gorakhpur Zoo. He added that the entire zoo premises was sanitized. Dr Singh maintained that all animals, approximately 300 in number, present in Gorakhpur Zoo, were healthy and showed no signs of infection during their examination conducted on Tuesday.
UP: Govt closes Etawah lion safari, zoos in Lucknow, Kanpur, Gorakhpur following bird flu outbreak
The Uttar Pradesh government ordered the closure of Etawah Lion Safari and zoos in Lucknow, Kanpur, and Gorakhpur for seven days after bird flu was confirmed in a dead tigress at Gorakhpur's Shaheed Ashfaqulla Khan Zoological Park.
Ensure housing for underprivileged, medical care for those in need: UP CM to officials
GORAKHPUR (UP), May 12: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday directed officials to ensure housing for the underprivileged and medical care for those in need, according to a statement. Issuing the instruction during the Janata Darshan held in front of Mahant Digvijaynath Smriti Bhawan at Gorakhpurs Gorakhnath Temple, he said, Include all deprived eligible individuals under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana to ensure permanent housing for them, and also see that no needy person is denied treatment [] The post Ensure housing for underprivileged, medical care for those in need: UP CM to officials appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Uttar Pradesh: CM Yogi Adityanath holds 'Janta Darshan' at Gorakhnath temple
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed public grievances at a Janta Darshan in Gorakhpur and lauded the BrahMos missile unit in Lucknow, emphasizing its role in bolstering India's defense capabilities. He asserted that weapons manufactured in Lucknow would deter enemies, particularly Pakistan, amidst ongoing military operations.
Development possible only in a secure environment: UP CM Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated security enables prosperity. He laid the foundation for Shri Paramhansa Yogananda Janmasthali Smriti Bhavan in Gorakhpur. The memorial will cost Rs 27.68 crore. Adityanath criticized previous governments for corruption. He declared Pakistan a terror state. India will manufacture BrahMos missile in Lucknow. The memorial will honor Paramhansa Yogananda's legacy and global impact.
Man Shoots Two for Fat-Shaming at Community Feast in Gorakhpur,Arrested
Arjun Chauhan opens fire on two men after they mocked his weight by calling him 'Motu'; both victims are out of danger.
Fat-shamed and called 'motu,' man in Uttar Pradesh shoots at guests, then THIS happened
A man allegedly shot at two persons for fat-shaming him during a feast in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur district, local police said. The incident occurred on Thursday and a complaint was lodged at Khajni police station the following day. Read on to know more.
