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BSP chief Mayawati calls for high constitutional offices to "remain more conscious of their duties" while extending 80th Independence Day greetings

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Saturday extended her greetings on the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, while calling upon those in high constitutional positions to be more "conscious of their duties" and fulfil the promise of a corr... read..

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath announces 'Youth Brigade Scheme' to boost employment opportunities on 80th Independence Day

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday announced the launch of the 'Youth Brigade Scheme' (Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan) to provide robust support to the state's younger generation in business and enterprise.... read..

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UP T20 League: Bobby Yadav, Kartik Siddhu orchestrate sensational rescue as Noida Kings edge Kanpur Superstars in thriller

Dedicating his match-winning heroics to his mother, Player of the Match Kartik Siddhu combined with Impact Player Bobby Yadav to orchestrate a sensational unbroken 78-run partnership, guiding the Noida Kings to a dramatic three-wicket victory over the Kan... read..

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Tricolour hoisted at Neelkanth Bhavan, Kashi Vishwanath Dham on 80th Independence Day

The sacred festival of Independence Day inspires all Indians to contribute to the nation's development and progress while remaining dedicated to the nation's unity, integrity, and sovereignty. On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, various special ... read..

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Varanasi police flags off 100 modified phantom bikes on Independence Day

Varanasi Police Commissioner Mohit Agarwal on Saturday flagged off a squad of 100 modified Phantom bikes on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, in an initiative aimed at strengthening police presence and providing quicker assistance to people in th... read..

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"A state with 25 crore population has no dearth of talent; UPT20 League creating history": CM Yogi Adityanath & BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla inaugurate season 4

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath officially inaugurated the fourth edition of the UP T20 League in a glittering ceremony at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here.... read..

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UPT20 League to be hosted in Varanasi and Gorakhpur in future, announces Chairman Sanjay Kapoor

Delivering a historic and inspiring address during the grand opening ceremony of the UPT20 League Season 4, League Chairman Sanjay Kapoor shed light on Uttar Pradesh's untapped cricketing potential, the success of the 'Speed Hunt' initiative, and the futu... read..

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"All 140 crore people must contribute equally...": Yogi Adityanth urges citizens to fulfill duties toward nation on 80th Independence Day

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday emphasised that safeguarding the nation's freedom is a collective duty that extends far beyond any single group or community, urging all 140 crore citizens of India to contribute equally in their re... read..

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Tricolour hoisted at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi police station in Ayodhya on Independence Day

The Tricolour was hoisted at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi police station in Ayodhya on Saturday as police personnel marked the 80th Independence Day with patriotic spirit.... read..

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UP: Six arrested in connection with occultist's murder in Varanasi

The Varanasi Police in Uttar Pradesh have arrested six people in connection with the alleged murder of occultist Anish Upadhyay, who was reportedly called to perform rituals after the family faced financial troubles and illness.... read..

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UP T20 League 2026: Madhav Kaushik appointed captain of Noida Kings

Noida Kings have appointed experienced Uttar Pradesh batter Madhav Kaushik as their captain for the fourth edition of the UP T20 League, as the franchise looks to mount a strong challenge for the title in the upcoming season.... read..

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'Satya Harishchandra' staged at Banaras Hindu University on Independence Day eve

Rangshala, the University Theatre Cell of Banaras Hindu University (BHU), in collaboration with the Faculty of Performing Arts, BHU, and California State University, Fresno, USA, presented the musical play Satya Harishchandra at the Pandit Omkarnath Thaku... read..

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One dead after fire breaks out at shop in Greater Noida West

One person died, and another was injured after a fire broke out at a small shop in the Bisrakh police station area of Greater Noida West.... read..

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"If there had been PM like Modi at Partition, no one could have harmed India": UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said that if Narendra Modi had been the Prime Minister at the time of the 1947 Partition, "no one would have been able to harm India", and said the country must learn from the "dark chapters" of its h... read..

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Allahabad High Court dismisses PIL against closure notices to chicken and mutton shops during Sawan

The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation challenging notices issued for the closure of chicken and mutton shops in Amroha during the Sawan month, observing that the petition appeared to have been filed in the "interest of public... read..

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16 candidates shortlisted for Ayodhya Ram Mandir Trust CEO post

The selection process for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra has entered its final stage, with the Search Committee completing the final round of interviews of 16 shortlisted candidates.... read..

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BHU students bag third prize in National Handloom Hackathon 2026

Asim Mondal, a Research Scholar in Textile Design, Department of Painting, Faculty of Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), has brought laurels to the University by securing Third Position in the "Sustainability & Environmental Impact" Category... read..

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Mayawati expels former UP minister Anant Kumar Mishra from BSP

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Thursday announced the expulsion of former Uttar Pradesh Health Minister Anant Kumar Mishra, alias Untu Mishra, from the party with immediate effect, citing alleged anti-party activities.... read..

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"Revelation, matter of satisfaction for India": Ex-Uttar Pradesh DGP on UNSC linking Al-Qaeda to Nov 2025 Red Fort blast

Former Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Vikram Singh on Thursday welcomed the United Nations Security Council's report attributing the November 2025 Red Fort blast to Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), stating that the revelation was a ma... read..

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"Excessively politicised": BSP chief Mayawati slams Centre, Opposition amid FCRA Bill row

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Thursday launched a blistering attack on both the ruling BJP and the Congress-led opposition, accusing them of "excessively politicising" the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill and negle... read..

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Tricolour represents India's identity, self-respect and strength: UP Minister Swatantra Dev Singh leads Har Ghar Tiranga Yatra in Varanasi

Ahead of the 80th Independence Day, a grand Tiranga Yatra was organised in Varanasi on Thursday under the "Har Ghar Tiranga Yatra" program, aimed at spreading the spirit of patriotism and national unity among the people and strengthening the spirit of "Ek... read..

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National flag serves to bind people of country together, says BHU VC

Banaras Hindu University joined the nationwide spirit of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign-2026' with a Tiranga Rally organised on Thursday by the National Service Scheme (NSS), BHU.... read..

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Kashi Rudras to face Meerut Mavericks in UPT20 Season 4 opener

Two-time UPT20 League champions Kashi Rudras will begin their title defence against Meerut Mavericks on Friday in the opening match of the 2026 season at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.... read..

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BJP steps up preparations for UP Polls, Nitin Nabin seeks feedback from MPs

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has stepped up preparations for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, with the party focusing on strengthening its electoral strategy and assessing the ground situation across the state.... read..

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UP: Case filed against Kangana Ranaut in Agra over 'Generation Gutter' remark on NEET protesters

Rajiv Gandhi Bar Association President Advocate Ramashankar Sharma on Wednesday said he has filed a case against BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut for referring to students who protested over the NEET paper leak as "Generation Gutter."... read..

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UP: Fire team rescues three people in 2-hour operation after roof collapsed at Ghaziabad hardware shop

The Fire Department rescued three people in a two-hour operation after the roof of a hardware and sanitary shop collapsed in Ghaziabad on Sunday.... read..

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"Internal understanding between them to divert people's attention": Mayawati slams BJP, opposition for disrupting Parliament proceedings

BSP chief Mayawati on Tuesday criticised the BJP and opposition parties for allegedly disrupting Parliament proceedings during the ongoing Monsoon Session, alleging that these parties have an internal understanding to divert public attention from the shor... read..

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Devotees throng Shiva Temples across India on the occasion of Sawan Shivratri

Devotees across several parts of India gathered at prominent Shiva temples on Tuesday to mark Sawan Shivratri, offering prayers and performing Jalabhishek as religious activities were held at temples in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jharkhand, Delhi and Har... read..

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UP to resume smart meter rollout after consumer awareness drive: State Power Minister

Uttar Pradesh will expand the installation of smart meters after creating awareness among consumers about the technology, state Power Minister AK Sharma said on Tuesday, calling smart meters a transparent and scientific technological innovation.... read..

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Shankar Mahadevan, Jasmine Sandlas to headline grand opening ceremony of UPT20 League Season 4

Musical maestro Shankar Mahadevan and celebrated Punjabi singer Jasmine Sandlas are set to headline the grand opening ceremony of the UP T20 League Season 4.... read..

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FIR against 28 drivers in Atiq Ahmed's son Umar's convoy for allegedly breaking toll barrier in Prayagraj

Police have registered an FIR against drivers of 28 vehicles in the convoy accompanying Umar Ahmed, son of gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed, from Lucknow to Prayagraj, for allegedly breaking a toll barrier and misbehaving with toll plaza employees.... read..

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Devotees throng Shiva temples across India on second Monday of Sawan

Devotees gathered in large numbers at the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi on Monday to mark the second Somwar (Monday) of the holy month of Sawan, dedicated to Lord Shiva.... read..

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"Relationship between Nepal and India is profound": UP Minister Dayashankar Singh on cross-border travel ties

Uttar Pradesh Transport Minister Dayashankar Singh highlighted the deep-rooted cultural and socio-economic ties between India and Nepal, emphasising ongoing state efforts to boost cross-border transport infrastructure and ensure smooth travel for citizens... read..

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Young start-ups drive India's indigenous drone and radar push

India's push for technological self-reliance is gaining momentum in the skies, with young deep-tech start-ups developing indigenous drone and radar systems for applications ranging from defence and logistics to agriculture and disaster management.... read..

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"Basketball gaining momentum in India": Manraj Singh hails UYBA tournament

The UYBA Basketball Tournament was organised at the Noida Indoor Stadium, bringing together young basketball players from across the country and providing them a platform to showcase their talent.... read..

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BJP MLA alleges daughter was duped into marriage with man who married multiple women using fake IDs

Uttar Pradesh BJP MLA Gyan Tiwari has alleged that his daughter was duped into marrying a man who allegedly married several women using fake identities and cheated them of crores of rupees.... read..

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Ayodhya steps up security for second Monday of Sawan, diversions planned to manage traffic

Security arrangements have been stepped up across Ayodhya for the second Monday of Sawan as a large number of Kanwariyas and devotees continue to arrive in the city to offer prayers at temples, including the Nageshwarnath Temple.... read..

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CM Yogi Adityanath joins 'Har Ghar Tiranga' march in Gorakhpur

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday participated in a Tiranga Yatra in Gorakhpur under the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign, joining citizens and participants in carrying the national flag ahead of Independence Day.... read..

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"Judgment based on testimony": Brij Bhushan Singh on his acquittal in women wrestler sexual harrasment case

Former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Monday reacted to the Rouse Avenue Court's remarks in the sexual harassment case and his acquittal, alleging that the wrestlers who levelled accusations had links to a parti... read..

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Kanwar Yatra 2026: Varanasi DM inspects Kashi Vishwanath Temple area, reviews security arrangements for devotees

Varanasi District Magistrate (DM) Satyendra Kumar on Monday reviewed the arrangements for darshan and worship in the temple complex for devotees (Kanwariyas) arriving during the month of Shravan, directing officials to ensure smooth darshan, cleanliness, ... read..

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"Tiranga our commitment to present, vision for future": BJP MLA Rajeshwar Singh

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Rajeshwar Singh on Sunday said the Tiranga Yatra is a celebration of national pride and a reminder of the sacrifices made for India's freedom, while stressing the responsibilities of citizens towards the nation.... read..

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Growth of state leagues has created healthy competition among players: Kanpur Superstars owner

The Kanpur Superstars are fully prepared to launch their bid for the title in the upcoming edition of the UP T20 League. The franchise will begin its campaign on August 15, squaring off against the Noida Kings at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.... read..

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UP: Union Minister Jitendra Singh dedicates first-of-its-kind 'Eco-Educational Hub' developed by CSIR-NBRI at Lucknow

Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Saturday called for taking the work of scientific institutions closer to society by systematically showcasing their technologies, success stories and societal applications, while dedicating to the nation the first-of-its-k... read..

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Bulandshahr encounter: Rape-Murder accused killed in police firing, one miscreant escapes

A wanted accused in the rape and murder of a minor girl was killed in a police encounter in Bulandshahr after two motorcycle-borne suspects allegedly opened fire at a police team during a checking operation.... read..

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"Youth must remember India's struggle for Independence": UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Sunday highlighted the significance of the Tiranga Yatra, saying such programmes help preserve the memories of India's freedom struggle and inspire the younger generation.... read..

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"Instilling spirit of Nation First": UP Dy CM Brajesh Pathak lauds public participation in Lucknow Tiranga Yatra

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and BJP MP Dinesh Sharma on Sunday joined the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign in Lucknow, calling the massive public participation a reflection of national unity and pride.... read..

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"Modi ji enabled people to hoist Tricolour at homes": CM Yogi participates in 'Tiranga Yatra' in Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday participated in the 'Tiranga Yatra' organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Lucknow.... read..

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