Muzaffarnagar: A fresh controversy has gripped Uttar Pradesh ahead of the annual Kanwar Yatra after a Muslim man was allegedly assaulted and humiliated for working at a roadside dhaba under a Hindu alias to avoid backlash. The incident, which took place on June 28 at Pandit Ji Vaishno Dhaba along National Highway 58 in Muzaffarnagar, has triggered political outrage and renewed concerns over growing communal vigilantism during religious pilgrimage
Lucknow, Jul 4 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh government to further strengthen grant-aided primary schools to enhance access to quality education for children from marginalised communities, an official statement said on Friday. Under the initiative, primary schools operated through the Social Welfare Department will provide free and quality education to children from economically weaker sections -- especially those belonging to Scheduled Castes, Schedu
Lucknow, Jul 4 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh government to further strengthen grant-aided primary schools to enhance access to quality education for children from marginalised communities, an official statement said on Friday. Under the initiative, primary schools operated through the Social Welfare Department will provide free and quality education to children from economically weaker sections -- especially those belonging to Scheduled Castes, Schedu
New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): In a significant milestone for India's animal health system and international trade facilitation, the country has established and secured global recognition for its first Equine Disease-Free Compartment (EDFC). Recognised by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) on July 3, this approved facility at the Remount Veterinary Corps (RVC) Centre and College, Meerut Cantonment, Uttar Pradesh, marks a major ste
New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): In a significant milestone for India's animal health system and international trade facilitation, the country has established and secured global recognition for its first Equine Disease-Free Compartment (EDFC). Recognised by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) on July 3, this approved facility at the Remount Veterinary Corps (RVC) Centre and College, Meerut Cantonment, Uttar Pradesh, marks a major ste
Lucknow, July 4 (UNI) Taking another significant step in the field of education, Uttar Pradesh government has decided to further strengthen grant-aided primary schools. With a strong focus on transparency and students' future, the government is implementing inclusive and empowering policies to improve the quality and reach of education across the state. Under this initiative, primary schools operated through the Social Welfare Department will p
Jaipur, July 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Senior IPS officer Rajeev Kumar Sharma on Thursday formally took charge as the new Rajasthan Director General of Police (DGP). The change of command took place during a programme held at the Police Headquarters here. Upon assuming office, DGP Sharma addressed the media and laid out his vision for the Rajasthan Police. He emphasised the department's glorious tradition and expressed a firm commitment to elevating i
New Delhi, July 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Samajwadi Party MP S.T. Hasan has suggested the creation of a dedicated 'Kanwar Path' - a separate road exclusively for Kanwariyas - to mitigate disruptions caused during the annual Kanwar Yatra. Hasan said such a road should stretch from Haridwar to Moradabad and further to Bareilly, ensuring smooth passage for devotees while sparing local residents the accompanying inconveniences. "The Kanwar Yatra is
Lucknow, July 3 (UNI) In a key decision during a cabinet meeting, the Uttar Pradesh government transferred the long-delayed Jai Prakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC) project to the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA). The centre, which allegedly was mired in corruption during the previous Samajwadi Party government, will now be completed and operated by the LDA. The society set up for its management has been dissolved. The cabinet, today
Lucknow, Jul 3 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh cabinet on Thursday approved the construction of a controlled-access greenfield link expressway between the Agra-Lucknow Expressway and the Purvanchal Expressway, according to a statement. The project, approved in a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, aims to enhance connectivity across major regional corridors. UP's Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta ''Nandi'' said, the expres
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 2 (ANI): Bahujan Samaj Party Chief Mayawati, on Wednesday, raised concerns over Uttar Pradesh government's recent decision to merge primary schools with fewer students with nearby institutions, saying that the decision appears to be 'Unjust, unnecessary, and anti-poor'. In a post on X, Mayawati said that the UP government's decision will affect children who receive accessible and affordable government educat
Lucknow, July 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Wednesday slammed the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to merge primary schools, calling it unjust and detrimental to the poor and marginalised sections of society. "The decision taken by the Basic Education Council of the Uttar Pradesh government to close several schools under the guise of pairing or integrating primary schools is neither fair nor justified. It unde
Lucknow: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Wednesday slammed the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to merge primary schools, calling it unjust and detrimental to the poor and marginalised sections of society. "The decision taken by the Basic Education Council of the Uttar Pradesh government to close several schools under the guise of pairing or integrating primary schools is neither fair nor justified. It undermines the accessible an
Mumbai, Jul 2 (PTI) Truckers in Maharashtra went on an indefinite strike on Wednesday to protest against the e-challan system and press for other long-pending demands, disrupting goods transport services across the state, transporters' representative said. The transporters have complained the recovery process by authorities has become aggressive and is disrupting business operations, besides mounting fines of e-challans. The Vahatukdar Bachao K
Mumbai, Jul 2 (PTI) Truckers in Maharashtra went on an indefinite strike on Wednesday to protest against the e-challan system and press for other long-pending demands, disrupting goods transport services across the state, transporters' representative said. The transporters have complained the recovery process by authorities has become aggressive and is disrupting business operations, besides mounting fines of e-challans. Also Read | Kolkata Gan
JAMMU, July 02: With the annual ShriAmarnathJiYatra 2025 set to commence tomorrow, a vibrant spiritual atmosphere prevails at the YatriNiwas Base Camp in Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu, where around 3,500 pilgrims are ready to begin their sacred journey. "All arrangements have been made, and nearly 3,500 pilgrims are currently stationed at the Jammu Base Camp," said Rajesh Raina, a senior officer of the Tourism Department, speaking to Rising Kashmir. Re
Gorakhpur: "Planting trees is only the beginning. The real commitment lies in their care and conservation," said President Droupadi Murmu, while launching Van Mahotsav 2025 in Gorakhpur on Monday. Marking the start of the week-long green campaign, the President planted a Rudraksha sapling under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative during the inauguration of Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath AYUSH University. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu under
Mumbai, Jul 1 (PTI) Lakhs of trucks and other goods carriage vehicles in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra will go on indefinite strike to oppose the e-challan system for traffic violations, and other demands from Tuesday midnight, transporters said. The operators of buses, including those involved in ferrying school children, however, announced they would postpone their participation in the strike at the request of Chief Minister Devendra F
Bareilly, Jun 30 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu on Monday expressed pride at the growing number of women opting for a career in veterinary science and termed it a "very auspicious sign". Speaking at the 11th convocation ceremony of the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) here, Murmu said even in the villages, it is the women of the household who look after the cattle. "Today, seeing the large number of girl students among the medal winn
Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday accused a section of politicians of resorting to caste divisions for survival. "Those who once bowed before mafias and mortgaged power are now trying to divide society along caste lines," he said, addressing a gathering at Lok Bhavan on the eve of Bhamashah Jayanti and Vyapari Kalyan Diwas. " Earlier, they extorted money in the name of jobs. Now, they are trying to divide society in the name of caste.
Lucknow, Jun 28 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath chaired a high-level review meeting here on Saturday and directed officials to transform the plantation campaign into a statewide people's movement. The chief minister's remarks come ahead of the upcoming Van Mahotsav in July. Launching the logo of 'Vriksharopan Maha Abhiyan 2025', Adityanath announced an ambitious goal of planting more saplings on a single day than the total po
Inaugurates 'Youth Adda' platform, launches CM Yuva mobile app, unveiled ODOP Common Facility Centre projects Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday alleged that the previous governments in Uttar Pradesh were too busy fueling caste-based conflicts, which left the youth of the state struggling with an identity crisis. Launching initiatives to promote entrepreneurship during a ceremony in Lucknow to mark World MSME Day, the CM said the past gov
The Uttar Pradesh government aims to marry over one lakh couples through its Samuhik Vivah Yojna by 2025. Strengthened oversight and technology integration will ensure transparency and accountability. The scheme, enhanced with increased financial assistance, intends to uphold social dignity and uplift the underprivileged. The Uttar Pradesh government has announced ambitious plans to facilitate the weddings of over one lakh couples under its Samu
Chennai/New Delhi, June 27 (UNI) The CBI conducted nation-wide raids at 42 locations in five states and arrested nine people in connection with Mule Bank Accounts being used in Cyber frauds. In continuation of its on-going efforts to combat Cyber Crime and Digital Arrest Scams, the CBI acting on specific information and after verification launched coordinated searches at 42 locations across five States--Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana, Uttarakhand
Lucknow, June 27 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh government in a statement issued on Friday directed that all post-mortems in the state must be completed within a maximum of four hours, a move aimed at easing easing the burden on grieving families. Acting on the instructions of Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Brajesh Pathak, the state's health department has issued new guidelines to be implemented across all post-mortem houses in Uttar Pradesh
Gorakhpur (UP), Jun 27 (PTI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday conducted an extensive review of the preparations for President Droupadi Murmu's upcoming visit to the state's first AYUSH University in Pipri, Bhathat, the Uttar Pradesh government said in a statement. The chief minister directed senior officials to ensure exceptional arrangements in terms of security, convenience and cleanliness for the president's visit so that the event be
Gorakhpur (UP), Jun 27 (PTI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday conducted an extensive review of the preparations for President Droupadi Murmu's upcoming visit to the state's first AYUSH University in Pipri, Bhathat, the Uttar Pradesh government said in a statement. The chief minister directed senior officials to ensure exceptional arrangements in terms of security, convenience and cleanliness for the president's visit so that the event be
Lucknow, Jun 27 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh government is encouraging the profitable business of mushroom cultivation in the state, wherein this initiative has helped farmers in eight districts, including Lucknow, Mathura, increase their income. With this, the government is not only generating employment but also guiding farmers towards scientific and technical farming practices, an official statement said on Friday. Notably, women are actively par
Lucknow, June 27 (UNI): Aiming to take financial inclusion to the grassroots, the Uttar Pradesh government is set to launch a special saturation campaign across all gram panchayats in the state. Scheduled to run from July 1 to September 30, the initiative aims to ensure last-mile delivery of key financial services to eligible citizens. Launched under the directives of the Centre's Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, , the camp
Lucknow: Describing Ghaziabad as a shining example of positive change that had impacted Uttar Pradesh over the past eight years, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said that the city was once known for crime and gang-wars has now emerged as a model of development, cleanliness, and good governance."Ghaziabad is now counted among the top 50 cleanest cities in the world and is the cleanest city in the state. Ten years ago, no one could have