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PDA’s Victory Inevitable in Uttar Pradesh, BJP Loses 34 Million Voters: Akhilesh Yadav Attacks Yogi Government Over SIR

15Dec

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PDA’s Victory Inevitable in Uttar Pradesh, BJP Loses 34 Million Voters: Akhilesh Yadav Attacks Yogi Government Over SIR

Lucknow: Samajwadi Party (SP) president and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has launched a sharp political offensive against the Yogi Adityanath government and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls. In a strongly worded post on social media platform X, Yadav claimed that the SIR process has exposed a massive decline in BJP’s voter base, decisively tilting the political balance in favour of the PDA alliance—Backward Classes, Dalits and Minorities. Citing a recent statement by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Akhilesh Yadav said that nearly four crore voters failed to get their names included in the voter list during the SIR exercise. According to him, 85 to 90 percent of these excluded voters were BJP supporter...

Relief for JP Homebuyers in Greater Noida as Hopes Rise for Delivery of Over 6,500 Flats

13Dec

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Relief for JP Homebuyers in Greater Noida as Hopes Rise for Delivery of Over 6,500 Flats

In a major relief for more than 6,500 homebuyers in Greater Noida, hopes of finally receiving their long-pending flats in Jaypee Associates Limited (JAL) projects have brightened. The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) is set to prepare a detailed residential area plan for the stalled project and present it before the Supreme Court for approval. According to officials, the move follows the first meeting of a high-level committee chaired by Additional Chief Secretary Alok Kumar, held in Lucknow two days ago. The committee was constituted on the directions of the High Court to address issues related to the Jaypee Sports City project. During the meeting, YEIDA presented a comprehensive study conducted by international consultancy firm Currie & Brown, which as...

Seven Sacred Vows and ‘Qubool Hai’ Under One Roof: Saharanpur Witnesses 284 Hindu–Muslim Weddings in a Rare Display of Harmony

13Dec

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Seven Sacred Vows and ‘Qubool Hai’ Under One Roof: Saharanpur Witnesses 284 Hindu–Muslim Weddings in a Rare Display of Harmony

In a powerful display of communal harmony and social unity, Uttar Pradesh’s Saharanpur district witnessed a unique and heartwarming scene under the Chief Minister’s Mass Marriage Scheme, where 284 couples—belonging to both Hindu and Muslim communities—tied the knot together in a single grand ceremony. The event sent out a strong message of brotherhood and coexistence as Hindu marriages and Muslim nikahs were solemnized simultaneously under one pandal. On one side, the air resonated with Vedic chants as couples took the seven sacred vows around the holy fire, while on the other, the solemn words of nikah qubool echoed, lending a spiritual and inclusive character to the occasion. Religious leaders from both communities conducted the ceremonies according to their respective traditions. ...

Murder Accused Gives Police the Slip, Escapes from Hospital in Filmy Style in Azamgarh

13Dec

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Murder Accused Gives Police the Slip, Escapes from Hospital in Filmy Style in Azamgarh

Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh: Serious questions have once again been raised over the security arrangements in jails across the Azamgarh division after a murder accused managed to escape from a hospital by deceiving police personnel. The incident has exposed glaring lapses in custodial security and sent shockwaves through the local administration. Within the past month, two major incidents have highlighted negligence in the division’s jail system. Earlier, a prisoner lodged in Mau district jail died by suicide after hanging himself with a towel. Now, a murder accused has fled from Azamgarh District Jail custody while undergoing treatment at the divisional hospital. Escaped During Medical Treatment According to official sources, the escaped inmate has been identified as Uday, son of Jasw...

Dense Fog Turns Fatal in Kaushambi: Biker Couple Killed After Crashing Into Tree

13Dec

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Dense Fog Turns Fatal in Kaushambi: Biker Couple Killed After Crashing Into Tree

Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh: Dense fog claimed two lives in Kaushambi district on Friday night when a motorcycle carrying a husband and wife skidded off the road and rammed into a tree, killing both on the spot. Poor visibility due to heavy fog is believed to be the primary cause of the tragic accident. The incident occurred near Samsapur village under the Chail police station limits. The victims, Ajay Kumar and his wife Radha Devi, residents of Puramuffti area in Prayagraj, were returning from a family function when the accident took place. According to police, the couple had attended a ceremony in Sirsi village of Chail earlier in the evening and were heading late at night towards Radha Devi’s parental home in Mitwapur. Around 9 pm, as they approached Samsapur village, the motorcycle ...

Pankaj Chaudhary: From Businessman to UP BJP President, A Look at His Wealth

13Dec

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Pankaj Chaudhary: From Businessman to UP BJP President, A Look at His Wealth

Lucknow: After a long wait, the BJP in Uttar Pradesh is set to get its new state president. Central Minister Pankaj Chaudhary formally filed his nomination at the party headquarters in Lucknow on Saturday, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath endorsing his candidacy. His appointment will be officially announced on Sunday. Meanwhile, the public is curious about Chaudhary’s wealth and assets. A seasoned politician and prominent Kurmi community leader, Pankaj Chaudhary has represented the Maharajganj constituency in Lok Sabha seven times. Apart from his political career, he is also a successful entrepreneur, owning the renowned Ayurvedic oil company, Rahath Rooh, under Harbanshram Bhagwandas. Over ₹41 Crore in AssetsAccording to his affidavit for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Chaudhary d...

Two-Day International Janmangal Convention at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on the Theme “One Fast Every Month”

13Dec

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Two-Day International Janmangal Convention at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on the Theme “One Fast Every Month”

Ghaziabad/Koderma:A grand and historic two-day International Janmangal Convention based on the noble concept of “One Fast Every Month” is set to take place on 12–13 December at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event is being jointly organized by the Antarmana Religious & Philanthropic Trust, inspired by the spiritual movement “Har Maas Ek Upvas,” and Patanjali Yogpeeth, Haridwar. This world-level spiritual and social congregation will be held under the divine guidance and patronage of the great Jain ascetic, Tapasvi Samrat, Sadhana Mahodadhi, Antarmana Acharya Shri 108 Prasann Sagar Ji Maharaj. Renowned yoga guru Swami Ramdev Ji will also play a significant role in the convention. The event promises to be a unique confluence of spiritual realization and scientific understanding, aime...

Pankaj Chaudhary Files Nomination for UP BJP State President, CM Yogi and Deputy CM Keshav Maurya Propose His Name

13Dec

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Pankaj Chaudhary Files Nomination for UP BJP State President, CM Yogi and Deputy CM Keshav Maurya Propose His Name

Lucknow: All speculation surrounding the appointment of the 18th State President of the Uttar Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) came to an end on Saturday when Union Minister of State for Finance and seven-time MP from Maharajganj, Pankaj Chaudhary, formally filed his nomination for the post. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya proposed his name, making it clear that Pankaj Chaudhary enjoys the complete consensus and backing of the party’s central leadership. Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak and several senior BJP leaders were also present during the nomination process. High-Profile Presence at BJP State Headquarters As per the party’s pre-declared schedule, Saturday was fixed as the nomination day. The BJP state headquarters in Lucknow witness...

Dowry Demand Derails Wedding in Bareilly: Groom Seeks Car and ₹20 Lakh, Arrested Before Taking Vows

13Dec

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Dowry Demand Derails Wedding in Bareilly: Groom Seeks Car and ₹20 Lakh, Arrested Before Taking Vows

Bareilly: A wedding celebration in Bareilly took a shocking turn late Friday night when the groom and his family allegedly demanded a car and ₹20 lakh in cash just before the marriage rituals. When the bride’s family expressed their inability to meet the demand, the groom refused to proceed with the wedding and was later arrested by police. The incident occurred at a marriage venue in Yugveena, Bareilly Cantonment area, where a grand wedding procession had arrived amid festivities. However, moments before the seven sacred vows were to be performed, the groom’s family allegedly raised fresh dowry demands, leading to chaos at the venue. What Happened According to the complaint, the groom and his relatives insisted on receiving a Brezza car and ₹20 lakh as a precondition for proceedi...

Young Woman Lost While Visiting Lover Ends Up at Gorakhpur Police Station

13Dec

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Young Woman Lost While Visiting Lover Ends Up at Gorakhpur Police Station

Gorakhpur: In an unusual incident in Padri Bazar, Shahpur police area, Gorakhpur, a young woman went to meet her boyfriend but ended up at the local police station instead. After questioning, the police contacted her family and safely handed her over to them. What Happened? According to reports, around 11:30 PM on Thursday, the woman was searching for her boyfriend in the Padri Bazar area. Unable to locate him and being alone late at night, she approached the police station for help. Initially, she attempted to mislead the officers by claiming she lived in Manas Vihar Colony near Sangam Chauraha and had simply lost her way. Truth Revealed During Police Inquiry Police noticed inconsistencies in her statements and, upon detailed questioning, the young woman admitted the truth. Sh...