Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah attributed the Bengaluru stadium stampede, which resulted in 11 deaths, to mass hysteria following an IPL victory. He defended his presence at the celebration, citing the need to respect public expectations in a democracy. Siddaramaiah also pointed out numerous stampedes in BJP-ruled states, questioning the accountability of leaders in those instances.

The film is reportedly inspired by the book The Monk Who Became Chief Minister and is said to depict the life of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Speaking at a public meeting in Aligarh to mark Kalyan Singhs death anniversary, the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister used the Hindutva icons backward caste credentials to attack the PDA politics of the Opposition

The film, described as a fictional narrative inspired by the book The Monk Who Became Chief Minister, was originally scheduled for release on August 1

The petitioners have accused the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) of delaying and denying certification without valid reasons

The upcoming film 'Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi' will be seen by the Bombay High Court, and will thereafter decide on Monday on the reasons or objections raised for the rejection of the film communicated by the CBFC to the Petitioner.

Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi was slated to release on August 1. It is inspired by Shantanu Gupta's book The Monk Who Became Chief Minister, based on the life of the incumbent Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath.

The Bombay High Court will screen the controversial film, Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, this weekend ahead of hearing a plea from its producers.

Taking a dig at previous regimes, the Chief Minister criticised the Congress and Samajwadi Party for fostering criminal activities and neglecting development

A 65-year-old man, identified as Satveer Gurjar from Ghaziabad, was hospitalised after allegedly consuming poison at CM Yogi Adityanaths Janata Darbar in Lucknow on Thursday morning. The incident occurred around 8:50 am. He was immediately rushed to a civil hospital where doctors confirmed his condition is stable. Police are investigating.

During a 'Janata Darbar' at Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's residence in Lucknow, Satveer Gurjar, a 65-year-old man from Ghaziabad, was hospitalized after consuming poison. Gurjar informed attendees of his action around 8:50 am, prompting immediate medical assistance. He was rushed to a civil hospital, where doctors have stabilized his condition, and police are currently investigating the matter.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath opened Shree Cement's factory in Etah. He spoke about Uttar Pradesh's progress under the BJP. Adityanath mentioned the state's strict approach to crime. He also criticised previous governments for encouraging criminal activity. The Chief Minister stated that Uttar Pradesh has significantly improved its ranking among Indian states.

A landmark UK-Uttar Pradesh pact brings the Chevening Scholarship to the state, funding 15 scholars for masters study in Britain and strengthening bilateral education ties. The United Kingdom has partnered with the Government of Uttar Pradesh to expand the prestigious Chevening Scholarship Programme to the state, opening new academic doors for aspiring young scholars. The agreement, signed in Lucknow, will see up to 15 students from Uttar Pradesh benefit from full financial support to pursue one

LUCKNOW: In a significant move, the Jalalabad town of Shahjahanpur district in western Uttar Pradesh, has been renamed as Parashurampuri on Wednesday. Union Home Minister Amit Shah approved the renaming of the town, as the demand for it had been pending for a long time. The move was hailed by his BJP colleagues. According to the sources, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) had received a letter from the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh urging it to approve the proposal to change the name. The MHA

The shocking attack on Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta during a public hearing at her official residence on Wednesday has brought this question into sharp focus

Singh said she had written to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and urged both the state and central governments to act on her request

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.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday inaugurated Regency Hospital at Medical College Road in Gulharia, Gorakhpur.

What began as an administrative exercise to merge under-enrolled schools in Uttar Pradesh has snowballed into a veritable political flashpoint, sparking protests, poster wars, FIRs and heated exchanges in the state's Assembly.

Following her expulsion from the Samajwadi Party for praising Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Chail MLA Pooja Pal met with the CM, expressing gratitude for his efforts in curbing organized crime. Pal, widow of slain MLA Raju Pal, accused Atiq Ahmed, of conspiring against her and praised Adityanath for bringing down her husband's killer.

Expelled Samajwadi Party MLA Pooja Pal on Saturday met Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow. The meeting comes after Pal was expelled from party for praising Yogi Adityanath during the UP Assembly session.

LUCKNOW: Reiterating the purpose of the 8th incarnation of Lord Vishnu as Shree Krishna to safeguard the virtuous and to destroy evil, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said Lord Krishna turned the battlefield into the land of 'Dharma'. The inspiration of Shri Krishnas selfless actions gives us strength. The spirit of Shri Krishnas selfless karma is our power, making us invincible. As long as this inspiration will remain with us, no one can harm us, said the CM. He was participating in the Janmas

LUCKNOW, Aug 16: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday greeted people on the occasion of Janmashtami. In a post on X in Hindi, Adityanath said, Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum! Liladhar, Yogeshwar, the foundation of the entire world, hearty congratulations and best wishes to everyone on the holy incarnation day of Lord Shri Krishna Shri Krishna Janmashtami! May Muralidhar do good to the entire world by spreading love, compassion and devotion in everyones life. This is my prayer. Jai

Mathura heightened security measures for Shri Krishna Janmashtami, deploying thousands of police personnel to manage the influx of devotees. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is scheduled to participate in the celebrations, inaugurate development projects, and offer prayers at Sri Krishna Janmasthan.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while celebrating India's 79th Independence Day, lauded the success of Operation Sindoor, highlighting the role of BrahMos missiles and domestically produced drones. He emphasized the importance of 'swadeshi' technology and Uttar Pradesh's economic growth, noting increased GSDP and job creation.

The Samajwadi Party on Thursday expelled its MLA Pooja Pal, for alleged anti-party activities, hours after she praised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in the assembly for putting gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad to dust.

LUCKNOW: Wrapping up the marathon 24-hour deliberations on Vision 2047 in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday expressed confidence that India would become a developed nation, adding that it would be possible only when every state met its responsibility. He said Uttar Pradesh was moving ahead in that direction and would be at the forefront of that mission. Describing the Vision-2047 document as a mirror of hopes and aspirations of the states 25 crore people, CM

LUCKNOW: Bhim Army activists staged a massive protest in Bareilly on Thursday. Their anger was triggered by the presence of a picture of Lord Hanuman at the City Magistrates office instead of a photograph of Dr BR Ambedkar. The protestors asserted that the absence of Dr Ambedkars image amounted to an insult to the 'Constitution Maker' and a violation of protocol. Activists had visited the Collectorate to seek permission for an upcoming event led by MP Chandrashekhar of the Azad Samaj Party (ASP)

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on August 14 expelled Prayagraj (West) MLA Pooja Pal the widow of slain BSP MLA Raju Pal just hours after she publicly thanked Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for delivering justice in her husbands high-profile murder case Read more at: https://organiser.org/2025/08/14/308154/bharat/sp-mla-pooja-pal-faces-brunt-of-hailing-up-cm-adityanath-for-justice-in-husbands-murder-case-akhilesh-yadav-sacks-her/ The post Akhilesh Yadav Sacks SP MLA Pooj

The Samajwadi Party expelled MLA Pooja Pal for alleged anti-party activities after she praised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in the assembly for his actions against gangster Atiq Ahmad. The party accused Pal of serious indiscipline and acting against its interests despite warnings.

The Samajwadi Party on Thursday expelled MLA Pooja Pal for anti-party activities and indiscipline, days after she praised Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath for his zero-tolerance policy against crime and the resulting improvement in the states law and order. The development came hours after Pooja thanked the Chief Minister for listening to her when no one else did over her husband's murder. Pooja Pal, whose husband Raju Pal was shot dead by Atiq Ahmed and his associate, had thanked Yo

The Samajwadi Party expelled MLA Pooja Pal for anti-party activities after she praised Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath. Pal thanked Adityanath for delivering justice in her husband's murder case by eliminating criminals like Atiq Ahmed through policies like zero tolerance.

Pooja Pal, a Samajwadi Party MLA, expressed gratitude to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. She acknowledged his role in delivering justice concerning her husband Raju Pal's murder. She credited Adityanath's zero-tolerance policy for the action against Atiq Ahmed, the accused in the 2005 killing. She highlighted the sense of trust the state now has in the Chief Minister.

Samajwadi Party MLA Pooja Pal has lauded Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath for his zero-tolerance policy against crime, stating it significantly improved law and order. Pal, whose husband Raju Pal was murdered by Atiq Ahmed, expressed gratitude, saying the CM delivered justice, leading to the elimination of criminals like Ahmed.

During a 'Vision Document 2047' discussion, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath criticized the Samajwadi Party for being narrow-minded and family-centric. He emphasized inclusive development across all constituencies, prioritizing it over political interests. Adityanath also attacked the Congress on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, blaming appeasement politics for the 1947 Partition and accusing the then government of neglecting the displaced.

Samajwadi Party MLA Pooja Pal, whose husband Raju Pal was shot dead by gangster Atiq Ahmed in 2005, on Thursday thanked Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for delivering justice and listening to her when no one else did.

CM Yogi further instructed officials for regular sanitisation of zoo premises, including blow-torching, if required, along with mandatory health checks for all animals and birds.

CM Yogi Adityanath ordered enhanced security across all zoos, bird sanctuaries, national parks, wetlands and cow shelters in the state amid the potential danger of bird flu in UP.

LUCKNOW: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday ordered enhanced security across all zoos, bird sanctuaries, national parks, wetlands, and cow shelters in Uttar Pradesh amid the potential danger of bird flu in the state. The CM ordered regular sanitisation of zoo premises, emphasising immediate implementation of measures as per central and state guidelines, according to an official statement. The sanitisation measures also include blow-torching, if required, along with mandatory health chec

LUCKNOW: A group of female officers working under an IAS officer of the 2018 batch have levelled serious allegations of harassment, exploitation, and intimidation against him in a detailed letter written to UP CM Yogi Adityanath. The officer is currently posted as Additional Commissioner in the Noida office of the Uttar Pradesh State Tax Department (GST). The female workers have accused him of persistent inappropriate behaviour and abuse of authority. The written complaint, dated August 5, 2025,

Kanpur MP Ramesh Awasthi's 18th Bharat Mango Festival was praised by CM Yogi Adityanath for promoting farmer innovation, millet awareness, and showcasing over 350 mango varieties.

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.

LUCKNOW: In Puranpur, a rural tehsil in Pilibhit district, 45-year-old Bhurey Singh now stands on nightly vigil with a flashlight strapped to his bicycle and a thick wooden stick in hand. Hired two weeks ago by local residents, he serves as the village's sky sentry. They say thieves are using drones to plan robberies, Bhurey told PTI. Whether it's true or not, we can't take any chances. His nightly patrol reflects a wave of fear spreading across more than 300 villages in at least a dozen distric

The filmmaker has accused the Central Board of Film Certification of acting beyond its statutory role by insisting on a No Objection Certificate from the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister

U.P. CM says Sambhals religious heritage can be revived as was done in Ayodhya and Kashi; alleges malicious conspiracy behind attempt to erase truth of desecration by invaders

LUCKNOW: In a significant step towards climate resilience and technological advancement, the Uttar Pradesh government has urged the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to propose a dedicated state-specific satellite mission. The system would provide real-time alerts for flash floods, lightning, and other climate hazards, which frequently wreak havoc across the state. Simultaneously, the government is open to formulating a Uttar Pradesh State Space Policy, akin to those in Karnataka, Andhra

The UP government has announced a massive increase in the maintenance allowance for differently-abled students in its effort to promote inclusivity and social empowerment. The new initiative will help in making the lives of 2650 students across the state better.

To ensure smooth travel during the festive period adequate number of buses will be deployed in both urban and rural areas.

Yogi Adityanath says efforts to discredit Kanwar Yatra failed due to public awareness and administrative action. He inaugurated development projects in Bareilly. Adityanath claims Bareilly is now known for the Nath Corridor and spiritual tourism, not riots. He says his government provides jobs transparently. Uttar Pradesh is now free from mafia. The state focuses on development and heritage.

Uttar Pradesh government issued urgent orders for physical verification of council schools in the state. It has instructed officials for the demolition and reconstruction of dilapidated school buildings to ensure students' safety. Here's what's happening

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to prepare a proposal for a dedicated state-specific satellite mission.

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.

Flooding persists in Ganga's northern regions, Varanasi, and Patna, leading to evacuations. The Ganga's floodwaters are shifting eastward towards Kahalgaon in Bhagalpur. Water levels in Buxar, Patna, and Hathidah are above danger levels. Varanasi schools are closed due to flooding. Uttar Pradesh ministers are inspecting affected areas. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has deployed a team to oversee relief operations.

LUCKNOW: At least five rivers in Uttar Pradesh are flowing above the danger mark and many others are in spate owing to the incessant heavy rains during the last 50 hours, which have claimed over a dozen lives so far. Continuous rainfall and overflowing rivers have triggered a major flood crisis affecting at least 20 districts, including Varanasi, Prayagraj, Mirzapur, Jhansi, Agra, Kanpur Dehat, and Kanpur Nagar. Rising water levels in the Ganga, Yamuna, and Chambal rivers have inundated hundreds

Due to persistent heavy rainfall and overflowing rivers, schools in Lucknow are closed, and several areas in Uttar Pradesh, including Ayodhya and Varanasi, are flooded. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has deployed a ministerial team to oversee relief operations in affected districts, ensuring timely aid and monitoring. The IMD forecasts continued heavy rainfall in the region.

Varanasi is grappling with severe flooding due to incessant heavy rainfall and the rising Ganga River, prompting a ban on boats. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has deployed a ministerial team to oversee relief operations in affected districts, ensuring timely aid and monitoring. Prayagraj is also facing a similar flood situation due to heavy rainfall and river overflow.

When a fiery MP turns gentle, you know somethings up. Rajya Sabha often hums with intense debates, but occasionally, levity sneaks in and so it did when Jaya Bachchan was playfully warned by her family (read: Big B and kin) to go soft on Minister for External Affairs S Jaishankar. Dont grill him too much, she said with a twinkle, bringing chuckles across the Parliament premises. Someone nearby quipped, But who can stop you, Jaya Ji, from asking tough questions? Quick as ever, Jaishankar respond

BALLIA: Major Ramesh Upadhyay (retd), recently acquitted by a special NIA court in the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case, on Sunday, claimed he was tortured in jail to falsely implicate Yogi Adityanath, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, and RSS leader Indresh Kumar in the case. Upadhyay said the names of Adityanath, now Uttar Pradesh chief minister, Bhagwat, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, and Indresh were repeatedly mentioned by police during interrogations. From the first day, I knew I was innocent. I even volunteer

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath conveyed grief regarding the death of eleven pilgrims in Gonda district. Their vehicle fell into a canal. He announced Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia for the deceased's families. Instructions were issued for immediate medical assistance to the injured. The vehicle was en route to Prithvinath Temple.

Ramesh Upadhyay, acquitted in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, alleges torture. He says officials pressured him to falsely implicate Yogi Adityanath and Mohan Bhagwat. Upadhyay claims the UPA government influenced the investigation. He refused to give false statements despite facing severe hardship. Upadhyay states he has no political ambitions. He fought to prove his innocence.

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has warned that those spreading panic with illegal use of drones will be booked under the Gangster Act. He said that if needed, the illegal drone operators will be booked under the National Security Act (NSA), the Chief Ministers Office has said in a statement. Pointing out that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath directed that financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh be provided to the families of the deceased.

Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur alleged that she faced coercion during the investigation of the 2008 Malegaon blast. She claimed that there was an attempt to pressure her into falsely implicating prominent figures like PM Modi, Yogi Adityanath, and Mohan Bhagwat.

GONDA: An SUV fell into the Saryu canal in the district on Sunday, leaving 11 people dead and four others critically injured, police said. Station House Officer (SHO), Itiathok police station, Krishn Gopal Rai, said the victims were going from Sihagaon village to offer holy water at the Prithvinath Temple in Khargupur when the accident occurred near Belwa Bahuta. Rai said the SUV was carrying 15 people, including the driver. With the help of villagers and rescue teams, 11 bodies were recovered f

The court, in its deliberation, found significant credibility in Milind Joshirao's allegations, saying he was 'forced to give the statement', thereby rendering it involuntary

Pragya Thakur, one of the seven accused persons in the 2008 Malegaon blasts case, was arrested in 2008 and granted bail in 2017, till she was acquitted on July 31.

LUCKNOW: In light of US President Donald Trumps recent claim that the Indian economy was dead, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday responded to him, without directly referencing the remark, by asserting that India was on its way to becoming the worlds third-largest economy while the world was grappling with an atmosphere of instability. There is an atmosphere of instability across the globe. Every country is focused on its individual interests. India is set to become the third biggest econo

In an explosive claim, former BJP MP Pragya Thakur has said investigators tried to coerce her into naming PM Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and others in connection with the Malegaon blasts case.

Special Judge A.K. Lahoti said he could not rely on the witness's statement to the ATS, as he submitted to the court that it was given involuntarily

Varanasi, Aug 2: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Varanasi comes at a time when both India and the world have witnessed the countrys strength and capabilities through the successful execution of Operation Sindoor. Referring to the military operation in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, Adityanath said, This New India has the courage to crush the perpetrators of terror into the ground and eliminate enemies by

Mumbai, Aug 2: A witness in his testimony to the special court in the 2008 Malegaon blast case had alleged that he was tortured and forced by the officers of the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) to name Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in the case. Special Judge A K Lahoti, who on Thursday acquitted all seven accused in the case, said he could not rely on the witnesss statement to the ATS, as he submitted to the court that [] The post Malegaon blast case: Forced to name Adityan

A special court acquitted all seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, citing unreliable witness testimony. A witness claimed the Maharashtra ATS coerced him to implicate Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, among others. The court deemed the witness's statement involuntary, noting allegations of torture and threats by ATS officers, ultimately questioning its admissibility and authenticity.

By Pradeep Kapoor LUCKNOW: The denial of extension to Uttar Pradesh chief secretary Manoj Kumar Singh IAS on July 31 exposed that all was not good between Yogi government in state and Modi government despite UP being double engine governments of BJP. It was indeed a big jolt to UP CM [] The post Denial of extension to UP chief secretary is a big jolt to Yogi Adityanath appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI/BHOPAL/MUMBAI/LUCKNOW : Following the acquittal of all accused in the Malegaon blast case, the BJP on Thursday accused the Congress of having concocted the theory of Hindu terror during its tenure in power, to allegedly thwart the political rise of Narendra Modi, who was then the Chief Minister of Gujarat. The BJP claimed the Congress devised this narrative as part of a strategy to appease Muslim voters. The Congress can go to any extent in its vote bank politics, stated former Law Min

The 1989 batch IAS officer has worked closely with chief minister Yogi Adityanath since his first days in office

The makers of a film, purportedly based on the life of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, have approached the Bombay High Court challenging the Central Board of Film Certifications (CBFC) decision to deny it certification. A bench of Justices Revati Mohite Dere and Neela Gokhale said it would hear the plea on Friday, but [] The post CBFC denies certification for film on Yogi appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Inspired by Shantanu Gupta's book The Monk Who Became Chief Minister, Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi stars Anant Joshi as Ajay Mohan Singh Bisht aka Yogi Adityanath.

MUMBAI: The makers of a film, purportedly based on the life of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, have approached the Bombay High Court challenging the Central Board of Film Certification's (CBFC) decision to deny it certification. A bench of Justices Revati Mohite Dere and Neela Gokhale said it would hear the plea on Friday, but also asked why the CBFC rejected the applications when the novel which inspired the film has been in the public domain for eight years. If no objection was t

LUCKNOW, July 30: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath chaired a meeting with public representatives of the Lucknow division today, reviewing 3,397 development proposals worth 42,891 crores. He stressed that ground-level inputs from 42 MLAs and 5 MLCs across six districts of the division are vital for shaping government priorities and ensuring effective implementation of projects. He described the dialogue mechanism as a vital bridge of trust between the government and the people. During

LUCKNOW: A new flavour of power struggle is palpable in the air of Lucknow with Uttar Pradeshs Energy Minister AK Sharma having taken an unexpected swipe at his own government, raising serious questions over the decision to privatise Purvanchal and Dakshinanchal power companies. A post on his X handle argued that such major decisions were not made by the minister in isolation, but with full approval of the states task force led by the Chief Secretary. The minister, while releasing a statement, a

Breaking a 70-year-old record, UP CM Yogi Adityanath completed 8 years and 132 days in office, surpassing Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant, marking a historic milestone.

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 stab

Yogi Adityanath has become Uttar Pradesh's longest-serving Chief Minister, exceeding Govind Ballabh Pant's record. Adityanath, a BJP leader, has been in office for 8 years, 4 months, and 10 days. He initially assumed the role in 2017 after a significant BJP victory, replacing Akhilesh Yadav.

CM Yogi Adityanath is known for his strong Hindutva ideology and emphasis on law and order.

NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh government has told the Supreme Court that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is deliberately spreading hatred through pre-planned actions, referring to his alleged remarks against freedom fighter Veer Savarkar during the Bharat Jodo Yatra in 2022. The government made this claim in an affidavit filed in response to Gandhi's Special Leave Petition (SLP), which seeks to quash a summons issued by a Lucknow lower court based on a criminal complaint by lawyer Nripendra Pandey.

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.

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.

BALLIA: A man was arrested here for allegedly posting objectionable comments against Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on a social media platform, police said on Thursday. A case was registered against Sanjay Bharti, a resident of Paligara village, based on a complaint filed by Moti Chandra Gupta. Bharti allegedly used abusive language and wrote objectionable comments against Adityanath on Facebook, the police said. Additional Superintendent of Police Kripa Shankar said the accused has been arreste

The long-standing demand of these families is now close to fulfilment following a directive from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently.

Hailing from the Bahraich district, Savita Varma, 44, always aspired to fly big time. She realised her dream when she was selected to represent India in the global pageant Mrs Universe 2025, in the Philippines between October 1-9. Savita, a mother of two daughters, is a teacher and yoga instructor. With her husbands unflinching cooperation, Savita is now preparing 20 hours a day to compete. Once well settled in family life, she decided to fulfil my dreams, said Savita. In 2023, she saw a beauty

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 ar

LUCKNOW : With preparations underway for the fifth Ground Breaking Ceremony (GBC-5) later this year and the next edition of the Global Investors Summit (GIS) in February 2026, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has rolled out a renewed outreach strategy to attract investments on a larger scale. This comes in the backdrop of investment proposals worth over Rs 35 lakh crore received during the last GIS in 2023. As part of the drive, Invest UP, the states nodal investment agency, has

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed officials to grant legal land ownership to over 10,000 families displaced from Bangladesh between 1960 and 1975, who are settled in Uttar Pradesh districts. The initiative aims to address long-standing administrative and legal obstacles preventing the transfer of land rights. If land ownership cannot be granted, alternative plots should be provided.

LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath on Monday directed officials to devise a time-bound plan to grant legal land ownership rights to families displaced from East Pakistan (present-day Bangladesh) who have been resettled across the state. The Chief Minister said it is not merely a land transfer, but an opportunity to honour the decades-long struggle of thousands of families who took refuge in India and had awaited their rightful rehabilitation. Officials said that between 1960 and 1975, the

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed officials to grant land ownership to over 10,000 families displaced from East Pakistan between 1960 and 1975, now residing in areas around Pilibhit, Lakhimpur, Bijnor, and Rampur.

The chief minister, according to an official statement, termed the step not just an administrative decision, but a national responsibility .

LUCKNOW: Cautioning against defaming Kanwariyas or Kanwar Yatra, UP CM Yogi Adityanath said his government would act strictly by naming and shaming them publicly those who would be caught creating ruckus during the Yatra. Speaking at an event near Dulhera Chowki in Meerut on Sunday, the UP CM also urged the devotees to practise restraint and desist from taking the law into their hands. However, the CM showered flowers on kanwariyas during his Meerut visit while returning from Delhi. Meanwhile, t

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, during his inspection of the Kanwar Yatra arrangements, warned miscreants attempting to infiltrate the pilgrimage. He announced strict consequences, including public identification, for those disrupting the yatra's sanctity. He also criticized media portrayals of devotees as rioters and urged community vigilance against anti-social elements, promising full administrative support.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath directed officials to grant legal land ownership to Bangladesh refugees, emphasizing moral responsibility and historic significance.