Did President Murmu Accompany PM Modi To File LS Nomination?
Claim: A photo of President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being shared on social media claiming that she accompanied PM Modi while he was filing his nomination for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Fact: BOOM found that the viral photo is from 2022, when Modi and other senior BJP leaders accompanied Murmu for the nomination process as NDA's presidential candidate. Also, as of May 8, 2024, PM Modi is yet to file his nomination. Tools used: We ran a Google reverse image search which led us to a post on X by PM Modi in 2022, which had the same the viral picture. Read the full fact-check here .
Congress in Tight Contests: War of Rivals in Ludhiana Against BJP's Ravneet Bittu
Congress in Tight Contests: War of Rivals in Ludhiana Against BJP's Ravneet Bittu It is a ''fight against betrayal''. This is how Congress nominee from Punjab's Ludhiana Lok Sabha seat Amrinder Singh Raja Warring describes his electoral battle against former party colleague, and now BJP candidate, Ravneet Singh Bittu. Bittu, who had won the seat for the Congress in 2014 and 2019, quit to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on March 26, just 10 days after the announcement of the parliamentary polls. ''This is a (electoral) fight against betrayal, the way he (Bittu) deceived the party, the party' workers and the people,'' Warring, 46, who is also the Punjab Congress chief, told PTI. ''Punjabis do not like 'dhokhebaaz'. I think it is one-sided and it is clear that Bittu will not win this election at all,'' said the three-time MLA from Gidderbaha in Muktsar district. Warring, who is being seen as the Congress' best bet to retain Ludhiana, considered a bastion of the party with consecutive wins since 2009, exuded confidence that he will be victorious. He also rejected Bittu's charge that the Congress has fielded an ''outsider''. The BJP candidate levelled the charge against Warring as he is an MLA from Gidderbaha. Then by this logic, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is an ''outsider'' as he is contesting from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh and BJP leader Smriti Irani -- contesting from Amethi in Uttar Pradesh -- is also an ''outsider'', Warring said. In the 2009 Lok Sabha polls, Bittu, who is the grandson of former Punjab chief minister the late Beant Singh, had won from Anandpur Sahib, while Ludhiana in that year was won by Manish Tewari. On the Bittu's ''outsider'' jab at him, Warring said BJP leader Hans Raj Hans is the sitting MP from North West Delhi but now he is contesting Faridkot in Punjab. The Congress leader said such a statement shows Bittu is ''unnerved''. ''They (BJP) do not have any issue. What is an outsider? I am Punjab Congress president and Punjab Congress president is not an outsider,'' Warring said. He said for the people of Punjab only that person matters who raises their issues and that of the country Besides Bittu and Warring, Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Ashok Parashar and Shiromani Akali Dal's (SAD) Ranjit Singh Dhillon are also contesting the polls from Ludhiana, which goes to polls along with the other 12 seats in Punjab on June 1 in the last and seventh round of the general elections. To a question that the AAP is seeking votes on the basis of works done in the past two years by the Bhagwant Mann-led government in Punjab, Warring lashed out at the current dispensation in the state, saying, ''I do not think they (AAP) have a single achievement. They have destroyed Punjab and this is their only achievement.'' ''Law and order has collapsed, the drug problem has spread, illegal sand mining has gone up, state debt has risen, corruption has increased,'' Warring, a former Indian Youth Congress president and former transport minister, said. ''This is the 'badlav' (change) they (AAP) brought in the state,'' the Congress leader said as he accused the AAP of being unable to deliver on its pre-assembly poll promises. On his political rivals, Warring said the BJP and its former ally SAD are nowhere in Punjab. ''They are fighting for survival,'' he said. Trashing the AAP's claim of winning all 13 seats in Punjab, Warring claimed that the Congress will win the maximum number of seats in the state.
Goa Tops Charts as Most Searched Domestic Destination
New Delhi: Ayodhya, Lakshadweep, and Nandi Hills are among the domestic destinations recording highest growth in searches this summer, even as Goa remains the most-searched, according to MakeMyTrip's summer travel trends, which was released on Wednesday.The trends indicated preferences of Indian travellers by analysing the data for March-April 2024 in comparison to the same period last year. Puri and Varanasi are the most searched pilgrimage destinations this summer, while Ayodhya continues to record growth in search volumes, the trends showed. International destinations recording the highest growth in searches are Baku, Almaty and Nagoya, even as Luxembourg, Langkawi, and Antalya are also gaining traveller interest, as per the infographic released by MakeMyTrip. Moreover, family travel segment has grown 20 per cent as compared to summer 2023, whereas solo travel grew 10 per cent during the period. Tariff of Rs 2,500 to Rs 7,000 per night continues to comprise around 45 per cent of all homestay bookings, the trends revealed. MakeMyTrip Co-Founder and Group CEO Rajesh Magow said, Summer is always one of the biggest quarters of the year in terms of travel intent, and this year too, the buoyancy in the sector continues. We are observing a healthy growth in searches over those recorded last year at this time.
Bus Carrying Voting Officials Catches Fire in Madhya Pradesh, EVMs Destroyed
A bus transporting voting officials and electronic voting machines (EVMs) went up in flames in Madhya Pradesh's Betul district, resulting in damage to several EVMs, as per a statement from a senior official. Thankfully, there were no injuries reported among the polling staff or the bus driver, Betul Collector Narendra Suryavanshi confirmed to the media. The incident occurred near Gola village around 11 pm on Tuesday, according to Suryavanshi. The fire reportedly originated from a spark within the bus, but fortunately, no injuries were sustained. The blaze caused damage to EVMs from four polling stations, identified as booth numbers 275 to 280. #WATCH | Madhya Pradesh: A bus, carrying polling personnel, burst into flames while returning from Goula Village in the Multai assembly constituency of Betul Lok Sabha constituency last night. The polling personnel jumped off the bus and were safe. However, four EVMs suffered pic.twitter.com/wlqMXrlB2z ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2024 Firefighters managed to extinguish the flames, but the bus was left completely charred. At the time of the incident, there were six polling teams and an equal number of EVMs onboard. Among them, four EVMs were damaged while the remaining two remained unharmed, Suryavanshi explained. In the affected EVMs, either the control unit or the ballot unit suffered damage due to the fire. Responding to concerns about the impact on recorded votes, the collector stated that he would submit a report to the Election Commission for further action. The commission will decide whether re-polling is necessary for the affected booths. According to a polling official, the Betul Lok Sabha seat recorded a total of 72.65% voter turnout. Setback for AAP in Punjab as Former Amritsar Deputy Mayor Joins BJP AAP Workers Detained During IPL Match Protest PM Modi's Varanasi Roadshow: A Spectacle of Democracy in Action
Setback for AAP in Punjab as Former Amritsar Deputy Mayor Joins BJP
A major blow hit the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab as Avinash Jolly, the former Deputy Mayor of Amritsar, tendered his resignation from the party. On Tuesday, amidst the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, Jolly made a significant move by joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Amritsar. Narinder Singh, the BJP National Secretary, took to X to announce the development, stating, Avinash Jolly, former deputy mayor (Amritsar), along with hundreds of supporters, joined BJP at Amritsar, Punjab. The electoral landscape in Punjab gears up for voting across its 13 seats in a single phase. The final phase, scheduled for June 1, will witness polling in Gurudaspur, Amritsar, Khadoor Sahib, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Nandpur Sahib, Ludhiana, Fatehgarh Sahib, Faridkot, Firozpur, Bathinda, Sangrur, and Patiala constituencies. Meanwhile, the nomination process for the Lok Sabha elections commenced in Punjab on May 7. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has deployed general and police observers for the 13 seats in Punjab to ensure the conduct of peaceful, fair, and transparent elections. These officials are slated to assume their duties starting May 14, as per a press release from the Punjab Information and Public Relations Department. Sibin C, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Punjab, disclosed that 13 IAS officers from various states have been designated as general observers, while seven IPS officers will serve as police observers. Their primary responsibility lies in ensuring strict adherence to the guidelines and directives laid down by the ECI, particularly concerning the Model Code of Conduct. Despite being allies in the opposition INDIA bloc, both the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Congress have opted not to forge any seat-sharing arrangement in the state. In the previous Lok Sabha Elections of 2019, the INC-led UPA alliance clinched eight seats with a vote share of 40.6 percent, while the NDA managed to secure four seats with a voting percentage of 9.7. The AAP, marking its electoral debut, secured one seat. In the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and AAP secured four seats each, whereas the Congress bagged three seats. The BJP managed to secure only two seats. The third phase of the general elections concluded with polling for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories on Tuesday. The eagerly awaited counting of votes is scheduled for June 4 AAP Workers Detained During IPL Match Protest PM Modi's Varanasi Roadshow: A Spectacle of Democracy in Action Top Events Today: PM Modi's Andhra Rally, Uttarakhand Forest Fire Petitions, L&T's Q4 Results and More
BSP replaces its Basti candidate at last minute
BSP replaced Dayashankar Mishra with Lavkush Patel for Basti Lok Sabha seat, leading to criticism and lack of communication about the ticket cancellation. Mishra, a BJP turncoat, expressed surprise over the decision and symbol allocation.
PM Modi's Varanasi Roadshow: A Spectacle of Democracy in Action
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to kick off his election campaign with a bang as he gears up to file his nomination papers from the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat on May 14. But before he officially enters the fray, Modi plans to captivate the streets of his parliamentary constituency with a grand road show on May 13. The excitement will begin with PM Modi paying his respects at the statue of Madan Mohan Malviya, located at the main gate of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in Lanka. From there, the roadshow will traverse through the vibrant lanes of Varanasi, culminating at the majestic Kashi Vishwanath Corridor. This isn't just any ordinary roadshow. With the Prime Minister in the spotlight, it's expected to be a high-voltage affair, drawing in crowds of party workers, supporters, and curious onlookers alike. Anticipation is running high as the city gears up to witness Modi's charismatic campaign in full swing. The roadshow holds significant symbolism, showcasing PM Modi's deep-rooted connection with Varanasi, a city rich in culture and spirituality. As the Prime Minister navigates through the streets, it's not just a political spectacle but a reaffirmation of the bond between him and the people of Varanasi. The enthusiasm and energy radiating from the crowds underscore the pivotal role Varanasi plays in Modi's political journey. With every step of the roadshow, the fervor builds, setting the stage for an electrifying nomination filing ceremony the following day. The anticipation is palpable, as Varanasi braces itself for a memorable display of democracy in action. Top Events Today: PM Modi's Andhra Rally, Uttarakhand Forest Fire Petitions, L&T's Q4 Results and More Modi Creating Hatred for Political Gain, Says Sonia Gandhi in a Video Message Congress Names Sher Singh Ghubaya as Candidate for Firozpur Lok Sabha Seat
AAP Workers Detained During IPL Match Protest
Police in Delhi took around 12 Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) student wing members into custody for causing a disturbance at the Arun Jaitley Stadium during an IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals. The officials reported that the detained individuals were chanting slogans and wearing t-shirts with the phrase 'Jail Ka Jawab Vote Se' printed on them. The AAP has initiated a campaign named 'Jail Ka Jawab Vote Se' in response to the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by the Enforcement Directorate on charges related to money laundering linked with the excise policy. The party is urging people to support them in the upcoming elections as a way to protest Kejriwal's incarceration. A senior police officer stated, Our personnel are stationed at various spots within the stadium. Some individuals have been detained for causing a disturbance in one of the stands. They will be dealt with according to legal procedures and released thereafter. We advise all spectators to enjoy the game without engaging in such activities. According to an official statement from the AAP, members of the party's student wing, Chhatra Yuva Sangharsh Samiti (CYSS), protested what they deemed as the unlawful arrest of the Delhi Chief Minister during the IPL match. The students donned t-shirts bearing the slogan 'Jail Ka Jawab Vote Se' and voiced their dissent against the BJP government. The AAP also shared a video of the protest on its official social media account. The ongoing Lok Sabha elections will see voting for the seven constituencies in Delhi taking place on May 25. As part of their campaign, the AAP released a rap-style song titled Jail Ka Jawab Vote Se last month at their headquarters in New Delhi. The song was penned and composed by Dilip Pandey, an AAP MLA and the chief party whip in the assembly. Arvind Kejriwal's Health is Fine, Says Bhagwant Mann After Meeting PM Modi's Varanasi Roadshow: A Spectacle of Democracy in Action Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2024: PM Modi Honors the Bard of Bengal on Birth Anniversary
PM Modi to file nomination from Varanasi on May 14, hold mega roadshow on May 13
Varanasi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will file his nomination from the Varanasi Lok Sabha...
Watch: Kolkata Knight Riders' ordeal 'in the air' chronicled in a vlog
KKR had anticipated arriving in Kolkata on schedule, but their plans were thwarted by unexpected delays. Departing from Lucknow, their flight encountered adverse weather conditions in Kolkata, forcing it to be diverted twice. As a result, the team found themselves spending the night in Varanasi. The ordeal has been chronicled by KKR as a vlog.
PM Modi to file nomination from Varanasi, mega roadshow on May 13
Varanasi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will file his nomination from the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh on May 14. He will hold a roadshow in his parliamentary constituency on May 13. Also ReadLS polls: PM Modi to campaign in Telangana, Andhra today According to district officials, before starting the roadshow, the Prime Minister 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 .
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IPL-17 | KKR players return home after their flight diverted multiple times due to bad weather
Kolkata Knight Riders players face travel chaos, forced to spend night in Varanasi after flight diversions.
IPL 2024: KKR Charter Flight Reaches Kolkata After Getting Diverted Twice
Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders' charter flight from Lucknow to Kolkata finally reached Kolkata after getting diverted twice. Kolkata Knight Riders' charter flight from Lucknow to Kolkata on Monday night was diverted twice -- first to Guwahati and then to Varanasi -- due to inclement weather at Kolkata. The Knight Riders finally landed in Kolkata after taking another flight to the city on Tuesday at noon. Spinner Varun Chakaravarthy took to his Instagram handle to update the fans regarding the team finally reaching Kolkata after almost 20 hours. 20 hours after taking off from Lucknow, flying more than 8 hours mid-air with extreme turbulence, after 2 diversions to Guwahati and Varanasi and getting an unexpected darshan of Kashi Vishwanath Shiva temple and river Ganges, we finally land in the land of joy once again, Kolkata, Chakaravarthy's wrote in his Instagram story. Kolkata are due to play a match at home, at the Eden Gardens, against Mumbai Indians on May 11. KKR's previous IPL 2024 match was in Lucknow, where they beat LSG at the Ekana Stadium on Sunday by an emphatic margin of 98 runs to climb to the top of the table.
Flight Horror For Kolkata Knight Riders; Charter Flight Diverted Twice Due To Bad Weather
The charter flight of Kolkata Knight Riders, originally bound for Kolkata, had to divert first to Guwahati and then to Varanasi as bad weather in Kolkata prevented it from landing.
KKR players stranded in Varanasi overnight due to flight diversions
After securing a commanding 98-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2024 on Sunday, the Shreyas Iyer-led squad embarked on their journey back to Kolkata on Monday evening at 5:45 pm
Team KKR Spends Night In Varanasi After Flight Diverted Due To Bad Weather
Kolkata Knight Riders players had a harrowing experience as they were forced to spend a night at Varanasi after their flight from Lucknow to Kolkata was diverted multiple times due to bad weather.
How Kolkata Knight Riders' plane diversion ends in 'a blessing'
Kolkata Knight Riders faced flight diversions from Lucknow to Kolkata due to weather, leading to an unexpected stopover in Varanasi. The delay became a boon as they visited the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Varun Chakravarthy shared their experience, urging gratitude. Despite flight challenges, KKR returned to Kolkata after their win against Lucknow Super Giants, gearing up for upcoming IPL matches.
ECI issues notification for 7th phase elections on June 1
Hyderabad: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday issued a notification for conducting the seventh phase of elections in eight States including Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal on June 1. According to ECI, the last date for filing of nominations is May 14 while the nominations would be scrutinized on May 15 and the last date of withdrawal of nominations is May 17. The polling will be conducted from 7 am to 6 pm on June 1. Varanasi Parliament constituency, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the sitting MP, is among the constituencies in Uttar Pradesh that would go for elections on June 1. Modi is a two-time MP from Varanasi. He won in the 2014 and 2019 Parliament elections. The other crucial constituencies in Uttar Pradesh where elections will be conducted are Gorakhpur, Maharajaganj, Ghazipur and Mirzapur, among other constituencies. Elections in nine Parliament constituencies including Kolkata Dakshin and Kolkata Uttar in West Bengal would be conducted in the seventh phase
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'No one can stop India from becoming a developed nation'
Manoj Sinha discussed India's progress towards self-reliance in Varanasi seminar. He expressed confidence in all-round development by 2047. The seminar highlighted the National Education Policy empowering youth for a self-reliant India.
KKR spend night in Varanasi after flight fails to land in rain-hit Kolkata
KKR spend night in Varanasi after flight fails to land in rainhit Kolkata
Priyanka Must Take On Modi In Varanasi
In the five years in politics Priyanka Gandhi has undeniably emerged as a thorn in the BJP flesh, notes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay. It is time that this thorn is twisted a wee bit more when the elections have become far more uncertain than what it was when the Election Commission announced the poll schedule.
KKR diverted to Guwahati first and then Varanasi after failing to land in rainy Kolkata
The team, which has a week's gap before their next game, spent the night in Varanasi and is expected to travel to Kolkata today
Equal opportunities have ensured all-round development: LG
Addresses Conference On 21st Century And Aatmanirbhar Bharat VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha addressed a conference on 21st Century and Aatmanirbhar Bharat at Varanasi today. In his keynote address, the Lt Governor highlighted Indias transformation and historic growth trajectory. With unprecedented economic and social transformation, Indias development has gained new speed and []
KKR Players Caught In Weather Chaos, Charter Flight Diverted Twice
Kolkata Knight Riders' charter flight from Lucknow to Kolkata on Monday night was diverted twice -- first to Guwahati and then to Varanasi -- due to inclement weather.
IPL 2024: KKR Chartered Flight Diverted To Guwahati And Then Varanasi Due To Inclement Weather
Lal Bahadur Shastri International: Kolkata Knight Riders' charter flight from Lucknow to Kolkata on Monday night was diverted twice -- first to Guwahati and then to Varanasi -- due to inclement weather. Kolkata are due to play a match at home, at the Eden Gardens, against Mumbai Indians on May 11. Due to inclement weather over Kolkata, the KKR charter flight has been diverted to Guwahati. We've just landed here, the franchise said in an official statement on Monday. However, shortly later, they got clearance to fly back to Kolkata. But again KKR posted another Tweet: Update at 1:20 AM: Flight diverted to Varanasi after another failed attempt at landing in Kolkata due to bad weather. Current status: At the Lal Bahadur Shastri International airport tarmac. And finally, Update at 3:00 AM: KKR team would be checking into Varanasi hotel for overnight stay. Return flight to Kolkata TBD on Tuesday (7 May) afternoon. Stay safe, Kolkata. KKR's previous IPL 2024 match was in Lucknow, where they beat LSG at the Ekana Stadium on Sunday by an emphatic margin of 98 runs to climb to the top of the table.
Flight scare for KKR! Charter plane diverted after 'failed landing'
The Shreyas Iyer-led squad was returning to Kolkata after their big win over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League match at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Sunday. But because of bad weather, the flight was diverted first to Guwahati and then after another failed attempt, the plane was grounded overnight in Varanasi.
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Tremendous public support to INDIA bloc
Marginalised citizens being empowered to enjoy fruits of development: LG
Nation First is our Mantra for society Excelsior Correspondent VARANASI, (Uttar Pradesh), May 6: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed a conference on 21st Century and Aatmanirbhar Bharat at Varanasi today. In his keynote address, Sinha highlighted Indias transformation and historic growth trajectory. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp With unprecedented economic and social transformation, Indias development has gained new speed and scale and today our country is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, he said. Sinha [] The post Marginalised citizens being empowered to enjoy fruits of development: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nomination filing begins in Varanasi, venue fortified
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LG Sinha lauds Indias rapid development trajectory
Varanasi, May 06:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha delivered a keynote address at a conference held in Varanasi, focusing on the themes of the 21st century and Aatmanirbhar Bharat. In his speech, the Lt Governor emphasized Indias remarkable transformation and historic growth trajectory. Highlighting the nations journey, he remarked, With unprecedented economic and social transformation, Indias development []
'Varanasi is like mother, Maa Ganga has adopted me'
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Varanasi is like mother, PM Modi says Maa Ganga has adopted me
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IRCTC to run Bharat Gaurav train to Varanasi via Chennai
J&K | LG Manoj Sinha Addresses Conference On 21st Century And Aatmanirbhar Bharat
Varanasi (UP), May 6: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed a conference on 21st Century and Aatmanirbhar Bharat at Varanasi today. In his keynote address, the Lt Governor highlighted Indias transformation and historic growth trajectory. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp With unprecedented economic and social transformation, Indias development has gained new speed and scale and today our country is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, the Lt Governor said. He said, as a fastest growing nation, [] The post J&K | LG Manoj Sinha Addresses Conference On 21st Century And Aatmanirbhar Bharat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the most popular face in the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP), contesting from the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat.
BSP replaces candidate in Jaunpur, fields sitting MP Shyam Singh Yadav
BSP replaces candidate Srikala Reddy with MP Shyam Singh Yadav in Jaunpur ahead of elections on May 25. Yadav was personally requested by Mayawati to run for election.
Bank liable for wrong done by its employees: SC orders bank to compensate man
Supreme Court holds District Cooperative Bank liable for employee actions, orders compensation of Rs 25,000 to a man after three decades. Bank failed to release fixed deposit receipts worth Rs 1,60,000 in Varanasi. Petitioner awarded refund with interest and damages by district consumer forum in 1997. Apex court overturns NCDRC's ruling, emphasizing bank's vicarious liability for employee conduct.
Man hangs self after killing wife
PM to file nomination on May 14
VARANASI (UP), May 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be filing his nomination papers from the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat on May 14, BJPs city president Vidyasagar Rai said on Sunday. On May 13, Modi will hold a roadshow in the constituency, and preparations for it are underway, he added The route for the roadshow has been finalised. On May 14, Prime Minister Modi will file his nomination from the Varanasi seat, he said. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on [] The post PM to file nomination on May 14 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Eda Kanya Ved Vidyalaya inaugurated at Garhi
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 5: The long-awaited inauguration of the Eda Arya Kanya Ved Vidyalaya at Garhi marked a significant milestone in the pursuit of Vedic education and empowerment of young girls. Acharya Ashish (Sanchalak, Gurukul Aatamonnti Jind Haryana) along with Acharya Nandita Arya (Pracharya, Panani Kanya Mahavidyalaya, Varanasi), graced the occasion, symbolizing the collaboration and support from Kanya Gurukul. With the admission of 26 girls, the Kanya Ved Vidyalaya vows to instill Vedic values and nurture its students to [] The post Eda Kanya Ved Vidyalaya inaugurated at Garhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
From Cong citadel to BJP bastion: Kamlapatis house turns saffron
E-rickshaw union warns strike over harassment
Kashi election office finalises preps for nomination filing
SP tried to withdraw cases against terrorists, disrespected Ram: Adityanath
HARDOI (UP), May 5: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday attacked the Samajwadi Party, alleging it strove to withdraw cases against terrorists when it was in power in the state and also disrespected Lord Ram. During its tenure, the Samajwadi Party exhibited a keen interest in withdrawing cases against terrorists. They sought to withdraw cases against individuals implicated in attacks on significant sites, including the CRPF camp in Rampur, Ayodhya, Sankatmochan Temple in Kashi (Varanasi), Lucknow and [] The post SP tried to withdraw cases against terrorists, disrespected Ram: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
School principal, teacher booked for hurting religious sentiments in UP's Ballia district
An FIR has been filed against the principal and a teacher of a private school in Ballia district for allegedly causing hurt to religious sentiments by cutting a student's 'shikha'. The case has been filed under sections 295A, 504, and 506 of the Indian Penal Code.
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BJP's 4-route plans for PM's roadshow
BJP leaders plan roadshow on May 13 with proposed stops. Await route approval including Kashi Vishwanath temple, garlanding statues, Lanka, Maldahiya crossings. Discuss Modi's Ganga connection and upcoming Ganga Saptami on May 14.
Gangrape accused shot in leg, arrested after encounter in Gorakhpur
A gang-rape accused from Sant Kabir Nagar district sustained a gunshot wound during a police encounter. Jitendra Kumar Srivastava stated a 20-year-old woman left her Jiyanpur residence after a disagreement. Tahir Ali lured her under the job pretext, intoxicated her, and assaulted her at a riverbank.
Kashi Vishwanath Trust provides 'satvik' food to patients of district hospital
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust extends 'satvik' food service from cancer hospital to district hospital, plans to include Banaras Hindu University hospitals, showcasing a comprehensive approach to patient welfare.
Confirmed: PM Modi to file papers from Kashi on May 14
Kochi airport to add six cities to its domestic network
KOCHI : As demand soars, Kochi airport is set to add services to six new domestic destinations this month. Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) will revamp its summer schedule by adding Kolkata, Chandigarh, Varanasi, Raipur, Ranchi, and Lucknow to its network while enhancing its connectivity on established sectors. According to officials, the new routes will enhance connectivity. There has been a steady increase in domestic traffic. Passengers can take advantage of new routes and more flights to existing destinations, a CIAL official said. In 2023-24, CIAL handled a record total of 1.05 crore passengers. Our summer schedule listed 1,628 services every week. To this, we are set to add 60 services, which will begin operations in the first week of May. Air India Express will operate services to Kolkata; IndiGo will fly to Ranchi, Chandigarh, Varanasi, Raipur, and Lucknow; Air India Express will start its services to Pune, and Air Asia to Ranchi and Bagdogra, the official said. CIAL has also increased its daily flights to Bengaluru (20 services), Delhi (13), and Mumbai (10). Additionally, IndiGos Kozhikode-Kochi-Agatti-Kochi service which was kicked off on May 1 has received a good response. At present, Alliance Air operates 10 services a week to Agatti. Meanwhile, Air India has announced that it will increase the number of weekly services to London from three to four. There has been an increase in tourists flying to the East Asian region, including Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh City, said the official.
Every person can serve as an ambassador for developed India
Construction of 200-bed National Centre of Ageing at BHU in full swing
Confirmed: PM to file papers from Kashi on May 14
KV Trust provides satvik food to patients of district hospital
Spiritual leader emphasises on women-led devpt
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Barah by Barah, starring Gyanendra Tripathi and Geetika Vidya Ohlyan, gets release date
Barah by Barah is set in Varanasi and tells the story of the only living death photographer in the ancient city
Narendra Modi won the seat by a margin of 3.7 lakh votes in 2014, retained it in 2019 with an increased margin of 4.8 lakh votes, and is set to contest from the constituency for the third time this year. BJP leaders in the area have announced their bold ambition of Ab ki baar 10 lakh paar in terms of votes and a 7-lakh victory margin
Vallabhacharya Jayanti 2024: History, Significance and Rituals
Born in Varanasi in a Telugu Brahmin family in 1479 AD, Mahaprabhu Vallabhacharya was a renowned scholar and founder of the Pushti sect in India.
Dist Judge court to hear Gyanvapi case on May 18
Mizoram governor visits KVT; says pilgrimages contribute to economy
Inter-faculty Tennis Cricket (Women) begins at BHU
Sankat Mochan music festival ends with a star-studded show
Kharge hits back at PM Modi for Daro Mat Bhago Mat jibe on Rahul, 'He ran away to Varanasi...'
Kharge hits back at PM Modi for Daro Mat Bhago Mat jibe on Rahul, 'He ran away to Varanasi...'
Comedian Shyam Rangeela, who got famous mimicking PM, up against him in Varanasi
Comedian Shyam Rangeela who got famous mimicking PM up against him in Varanasi
Kharge: We convinced Rahul Gandhi to run from Raebareli, a constituency his family has long represented Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday said Rahul Gandhi was persuaded to contest Lok Sabha polls from Raebareli as several members of his family had represented the seat in the past. Gandhi filed his papers from Raebareli barely an hour before nominations closed for the Lok Sabha seat on Friday. It has been held by his mother Sonia Gandhi for the past two decades. Gandhi is contesting from Kerala's Wayanad as well, from where he is sitting MP. ''Our leader Sonia Gandhi has been elected to the Rajya Sabha, so we requested Rahul Gandhi that Raebareli has been an old constituency which served as the seat of Rajiv Gandhi, Firoz Gandhi and several of his family members,'' Kharge told reporters. ''He was at Shivamogga (for election campaign). So last night we held a discussion and finally we filed the nomination. I also went there. There is no question of fear,'' the Congress president added. Kharge's comments came after PM Modi took a swipe at Rahul Gandhi saying he decided to contest from Raebareli because he knew he would lose in Wayanad. When asked about Modi's statement over Gandhi's nomination from Raebareli, Kharge said that such a statement does not suit a prime minister. ''By making such cheap statements he reduces the dignity of a prime minister. Even Indira Gandhi contested from another seat like Chikmagalur and Medak...Ask him (Modi) why he went there (Varanasi) after leaving Gandhinagar,'' Kharge added. On Modi's accusation that people of Pakistan want to make Rahul Gandhi the prime minister, Kharge said it does not happen like this. ''It is our country, where our people will cast their vote. We did not fly to Pakistan for a hug without an invitation. He (Modi) does such a thing and then accuses Congress of taking help from Pakistan. Congress has given leaders who have sacrificed their lives for the unity of the country,'' he said. Despite this, Modi asks what the Congress has done for the country, Kharge said. ''I give them (BJP) an account of what the Congress did but he refuses to take it,'' Kharge added. Queried about the Congress claiming the BJP would change the Constitution after coming to power, Kharge said such claims were being made from open platforms by BJP and RSS leaders. ''We are not the ones who are saying we will change the Constitution. Their Member of Parliament Anant Kumar Hegde said give us two-third majority and we will change the Constitution. Mohan Bhagwat also said the same, even after the 2019 election. Should we trust these leaders,'' Kharge asked. The BJP has destroyed autonomous bodies formed under the Constitution, adding that the Congress was fighting to save democracy and the Constitution. He also expressed surprise over Modi's interpretation of Congress' manifesto as having an imprint of Muslim League. ''How can a Congress manifesto be a Muslim League manifesto? Our manifesto talks about five 'nyay','' he said. Addressing a public meeting in Ahmedabad later, Kharge said Modi was the chieftain of liars since he had not fulfilled promises like giving Rs 15 lakh in the accounts of the people, and doubling farmers' income. ''We are only saying what you yourself promised, we did not add a word. He talked about bringing a bullet train in two years. Have you taken a ride on the bullet train coming up at a cost of Rs 1 lakh crore? It is meant for the rich and not the poor because of the high fares,'' Kharge claimed. He also said the BJP government got MPs from the opposition thrown out when they talk about issues of the poor, like inflation and unemployment. ''The BJP tries to suppress our voice. Remember, we will not bow even when we have to sacrifice our lives. We are fighting for values which are for the good of the country,'' he asserted.
He ran away to Varanasi..., Mallikarjun Kharge on PM Modi's 'Daro Mat Bhago Mat' remarks on Rahul Gandhi Reacting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Daro Mat Bhago Mat' remarks on Rahul Gandhi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday claimed that PM Modi himself ran away to Varanasi. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi filed his nomination from Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli Lok Sabha constituency on Friday. He (PM Modi) himself has run away to Varanasi, ask him, Kharge asked. After a lot of speculation, Rahul Gandhi filed his nomination papers from Raebareli on Friday.RaeBareli is considered a traditional stronghold of the Gandhi family. There was anticipation earlier that Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will contest from either Amethi or Raebareli, two seats in Uttar Pradesh which are prestige battles for the party. Earlier, PM Modi attacked Rahul Gandhi mockingly 'Daro Mat Bhago Mat' after he decided to contest from Raebareli. Addressing a rally in the Purba Bardhaman district on Friday, PM Modi said, There's no need for an opinion poll or exit poll...I said this much earlier. I predicted on the floor of Parliament two months ago that their (Congress') biggest leader (Sonia Gandhi) would stand down from contesting these elections. And just as I had foreseen, she (resigned as the Raebareli MP and) took a seat in the Rajya Sabha from Jaipur. I also told you earlier that the Shehzada would start looking for another safe seat for himself, fearing defeat in Wayanad. He was so afraid after losing Amethi in 2019 that he bolted all the way down South, to Wayanad. Now, he has escaped to Raebareli. These people often go around telling people, 'Daro maat' (don't be afraid). It's now my turn to say the same to them--'Arey daro maat, bhaago maat' (don't be afraid! don't flee!), he added. Meanwhile, Varanasi is the stronghold of the Prime Minister who won the seat twice in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections. BJP has again fielded PM Modi from Varanasi and Congress has fielded Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai. This will be the most anticipated contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Narendra Modi won the constituency in both the 2014 and 2019 general polls with a resounding majority. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, PM Modi won the seat with over 674,664 votes and commanded a vote share of 63.6 per cent. Earlier in 2014, PM Modi fought on two Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat's Vadodara and the second was Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi. PM Modi won the Vadodara Lok Sabha seat by securing 845,464 votes with 72.8 per cent. Congress candidate Madhusudan Mistry secured 275,336 votes with 23.7 per cent. The Varanasi seat comprises five Assembly segments including Rohaniya, Varanasi North, Varanasi South, Varanasi Cantt, Sevapuri. The voting for the Varanasi Lok Sabha constituency will be held in the seventh phase of the elections on June 1. The counting of the votes will be held on June 4. (ANI)
He ran away to Varanasi, Mallikarjun Kharge on PM Modis Daro Mat Bhago Mat remarks on Rahul Gandhi
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Travel tips: Raebareli is also popular for tourism, see 5 top destinations here
Rae Bareli has always been in the news for political reasons because it has been the parliamentary constituency of Indira Gandhi to Sonia Gandhi. However, if you want, you can include this district in your traveling list. Let us know which are the top 5 tourist destinations of Rae Bareli. Behta Bridge is present on the outskirts of Rae Bareli, which is an important tourist attraction of this district. Here Sharda Canal and Sai River cross each other and form an aqueduct. Dalmau, situated on the banks of river Ganga, has been famous since ancient times. Here you can visit Dal Fort, Bada Math, Mahesh Giri Math, and Nirala Memorial Institute. Besides, there is also the Ibrahim Sharqi Palace of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula in Dalmau. Along with seeing the meeting of Alha Udal, tourists can also enjoy a stroll on the Dalmau Pump Canal. Indira Gandhi Memorial Botanical Garden was constructed in 1986. You can find this garden on the Lucknow-Varanasi highway. The statue of former Prime Minister of India Indira Gandhi is installed here. Samaspur Bird Sanctuary is located in Rohaniya development block, about 122 kilometers away on the Lucknow-Varanasi Highway, and was established in 1987 on a total area of 799.371 hectares. Here you can see more than 250 types of birds. It is also called Mahesh Vilas Shivgarh Palace. It is also popular because it has been shown in many web series and TV shows, which means it has become an important shooting location. Its distance from the Rae Bareli Highway is 1.5 kilometers. (PC: Zee news)
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