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Allahabad HC to give verdict on Sambhal Jama Masjid dispute case today

Sambhal mosque management committee has filed a civil revision petition seeking a stay on the ongoing trial court proceedings in an original suit pending before the district court in Sambhal

After Haryana YouTuber, UP businessman nabbed for spying for Pakistan

A UP businessman has been arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan's ISI, days after a YouTuber was held over similar charges amid rising India-Pakistan tensions

UP's target to triple exports by 2030 has competition from other states

For UP to achieve its target of $66 billion in exports by 2030, it would require a CAGR of 10.2%

UP targets 12% rise in kharif output to boost farm income, food security

Uttar Pradesh sets a target of over 29 mt kharif crop output in 2025 with expanded acreage, farm pond creation, and focus on oilseeds and maize to boost farmer income

5 dead, 8 injured in car-truck collision in UP's Balrampur district

Instructions were given by senior officials, District Magistrate Pawan Agarawal and Superintendent of Police Vikas Kumar, to provide medical treatment to the injured

2 children among 5 killed as moving bus catches fire in Lucknow: Police

Five people, including two children, were killed when a private bus caught fire in the Mohanlalganj area here early Thursday, police said. They said the incident occurred around 5 am on Kisan Path, a major roadway on the outskirts of Lucknow. According to sources, the bus was carrying 80 passengers. Assistant Commissioner of Police (Mohanlalganj) Rajneesh Verma said the bus was en route to Delhi from Begusarai in Bihar when it suddenly caught fire. "Initial investigation suggests that the fire may have started due to a short circuit in the bus' gearbox," Verma told PTI. Most of the passengers were asleep when the fire started. It spread rapidly and five passengers -- two women, two children and a man -- were unable to get out in time and died. Several other passengers sustained injuries and have been taken to a hospital for treatment, police said. According to eyewitnesses, the flames were visible from almost a kilometre away. The bus did not come to a halt immediately after the

Big Boost! Govt approves HCL-Foxconn semiconductor JV

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a Rs 3,706 crore semiconductor plant at Jewar in Uttar Pradesh, to be set up by the HCL-Foxconn joint venture to manufacture

Industrial boilers behind 7% of India's greenhouse gas emissions: Report

Boilers in India's factories release 182 million tonnes of carbon dioxide every year, which is about 7 per cent of the country's total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and over a quarter of all emissions from industries, according to a new report published on Wednesday. The report also said these boilers emit more particulate matter (PM) and sulphur dioxide (SO2) than the entire automobile sector in India, primarily due to weak emission standards. Industries such as food processing, chemicals and textiles depend on steam produced by process boilers to operate. The findings were released at the 'National Conclave on Greening Industrial Boilers in India', organised by the environment think tank iFOREST, in partnership with the Central government's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the labour department of the Uttar Pradesh government. To reduce pollution and help India meet its net zero targets, iFOREST has suggested launching a "Green Boiler Mission"

Akhilesh Yadav calls for setting up six new military schools in UP

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday urged the Centre to establish six new military schools across Uttar Pradesh, citing the state's long-standing tradition of patriotism, sacrifice, and valour from the time of the freedom struggle to the present day. Yadav, who himself studied at the Rashtriya Military School in Dholpur, said the school instilled in him and countless others the values of discipline, courage, and nation-first thinking through its motto "Sheelam Param Bhushanam" (Character is the highest virtue). He said this tradition of producing brave, disciplined citizens has continued uninterrupted from pre-independence India to this day. "The great tradition of bravery teaches us courage and character. The legacy of the Rashtriya Military School, Dholpur, in sowing the seeds of patriotism and valour continues to play a significant role in India's defense and security," Yadav posted on X and Facebook. Proposing the establishment of military schools in six ...

UP bullish on green energy, approves CBG projects worth ₹6K crore

Currently, 25 CBG plants with a combined capacity of 213 tonnes per day (TBD) are functional in UP, accounting for 20 per cent of the operational CBG infrastructure in India

Over 350 illegal religious structures removed along Nepal border

The Uttar Pradesh government on Sunday said that more than 350 unauthorised religious sites, including madrasas, mosques, mazars and Eidgahs, have been identified and subjected to sealing or demolition in recent days, an official statement issued here said. Acting on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's clear directive that no religious encroachment will be tolerated, the administration in districts such as Pilibhit, Shravasti, Balrampur, Bahraich, Siddharthnagar and Maharajganj has launched a sweeping campaign, it said. The authorities have systematically identified illegal structures and taken strict action, continuing operations even on Sunday. The chief minister has made it clear that encroachment in the name of any religion will not be allowed and all violators, especially those running unrecognised religious institutions, will face legal consequences, the statement said. On May 10 and 11, 104 madrasas, one mosque, five mazars and two Eidgahs built illegally on public and private

Over 650K calls received on SC, ST atrocities helpline since 2021; UP leads

Over 6.5 lakh calls have been received by the National Helpline Against Atrocities (NHAA) regarding the atrocities against SCs and STs since the launch of the helpline in December 2021, with nearly half of the total calls originating from Uttar Pradesh, official data showed. Of the calls, 7,135 grievances have been officially registered, and 4,314 have been resolved. The helpline, aimed at empowering members of Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs), is operational round the clock in Hindi, English and regional languages to ensure proper implementation of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. These complaints range from incidents of assault, social boycotts, caste-based abuse, land grabbing and denial of access to public spaces to allegations of police inaction in atrocity cases. "Many of the calls received on the helpline are related to inquiries, requests for legal guidance or reports lacking sufficient details to be registered

Pak's support for terrorists shows it's fighting for survival: Adityanath

? Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said Pakistan's open support for terrorists killed in India's recent retaliation proves the country is not just a shelter for terrorism but is now "struggling for its own existence." "After India's action, when terrorists were killed, Pakistan's top military officers and politicians were seen attending their funerals. This shameless display should open the eyes of the world," he said while addressing a gathering here on the occasion of Maharana Pratap Jayanti. He was referring to the Indian armed forces on Wednesday carrying out precise missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan under Operation Sindoor. Adityanath added, "Pakistan is not merely protecting terrorism - ?it is directly involved in it. Its involvement has now become so clear that it will have to fight even for its own survival." Referring to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where tourists were

World Bank chief to visit UP to witness state's transformation: Govt

World Bank President Ajay Banga will visit Uttar Pradesh on Friday to witness the remarkable transformation of Uttar Pradesh, the state government said on Thursday. "His visit reflects the increasing global interest in Uttar Pradesh's rapid development under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, as the state moves steadily toward its ambitious goal of becoming a USD 1 trillion economy," it said in a statement. During his one-day tour, the World Bank chief will travel from Delhi to Lucknow in the morning. He is scheduled to participate in a series of meetings and programmes at Hotel Taj, including a roundtable discussion with stakeholders in the presence of Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh, the statement said. Later, he will meet the chief minister at his residence for a discussion and dinner, it added. Following the engagements in Lucknow, the World Bank president will visit the Take-Home Ration (THR) plant in Chinhat Block, where he will review the plant's operations

BJP govt dismantled contract cheating network in UP, says CM Yogi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday accused previous state governments of neglecting the education sector, and said before 2017, the state's secondary education board was facing an "existential crisis", while basic education had nearly collapsed. Secondary education in the state was earlier known for mass cheating, he noted, adding his government dismantled the "contract cheating" system completely. Speaking at an event to distribute appointment letters to 494 selected assistant teachers (LT grade) and 49 lecturers for government secondary schools, he said, "Prior to 2017, secondary education in the state was notorious for mass cheating...Schools appeared to be on the verge of closure." "There was a time when the very existence of the Secondary Education Board was in question. Education was never part of the government's agenda. Without a strong foundation, how can one imagine building a strong structure? The willpower was lacking. Education was not in the agend

Red alert declared in UP after 'Operation Sindoor', says DGP Prashant Kumar

Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday declared Red Alert in the state following 'Operation Sindoor' by the armed forces against terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), UP DGP said on Wednesday. In retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, Indian armed forces carried out missile strikes early Wednesday on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, including the Jaish-e-Mohammad stronghold of Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba's base Muridke. "Red alert has been declared in Uttar Pradesh in view of the action taken by the Indian Army on terrorist hideouts under #OperationSindoor. All field units of @Uppolice have been instructed to coordinate with the defense forces and strengthen the security of important installations," UP DGP Prashant Kumar said from his 'X' handle. "UP Police is alert, equipped with resources, and fully prepared to ensure the safety of every citizen of the state. Jai Hind!," he added.

Adani Power wins 1,500 MW thermal deal with UP at Rs 5.383 per unit

UP cabinet approves 25-year PPA with Adani Power for 1,500 MW supply at Rs 5.383/unit after competitive bidding to meet long-term energy needs in the state

Prestige Estates to invest Rs 10K cr in 62 acre Ghaziabad township project

Realty firm Prestige Estates Projects Ltd will invest around Rs 10,000 crore over the next six years to develop a 62.5 acre township at Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh as it remains bullish on housing demand in Delhi-NCR market. On April 29, Bengaluru-based Prestige Group announced its entry into Delhi-NCR's residential market. It is already developing a commercial project at Delhi's Aerocity comprising hotels and office spaces. "We have entered into Delhi-NCR's housing market with our first project 'Prestige City, Indirapuram'. We want to rewrite the way real estate is done in this region. We do not want to be the biggest but definitely the best developer in the NCR market," Prestige Estates Chairman and Managing Director Irfan Razack told reporters here. He said the company will focus on quality with timely delivery, which has been a problematic issue in the Delhi-NCR property market. Razack said the company will develop around 10 million square feet area, comprising 4,041 homes and aro

At least 6 dead in Shahjahanpur road accident, UP CM Yogi takes cognisance

The Chief Minister also directed the officials to immediately reach the spot and expedite the relief work

NHAI to seek conciliation with Jaiprakash Associates over ₹1,461 cr claims

State-owned NHAI has decided to go for a conciliation process on the financial dispute with bankrupt Jaiprakash Associates Ltd concerning Varanasi Gorakhpur road projects. In the ongoing dispute, Jaiprakash Associates has sought Rs 1,461.63 crore compensation for 'four laning of Varanasi Gorakhpur Section of NH-29 from Km 14B.000 to Km 20B. 300 in Uttar Pradesh under NHDP Phase-IV on EPC Mode. "The company has submitted its claims amounting to Rs 1,461.63 crore on account of deployment of resources for removal of encroachment/ encumbrances within ROW, damages for delay in providing land, damages towards payment of revised minimum wages paid and additional cost incurred due to extended duration of the project," Jaiprakash Associates Ltd said in a regulatory filing. According to the filing, NHAI has submitted its counterclaims amounting to Rs 892.24 crore on account of supervision consultancy services due to alleged delay in project completion, direct revenue loss on account of toll .