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Fit India Sundays on Cycle marks historic 52nd edition in Varanasi, celebrating India's Commonwealth Games 2030 hosting rights

The 52nd edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle unfolded on Sunday across more than 10,000 locations nationwide, with the nodal event held in the culturally vibrant city of Varanasi. The special edition also celebrated the contribution of Private Security ... read..

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BLOs under pressure, need BLAs' help for SIR process: SP's Ram Gopal Yadav

SP leader and MP Ram Gopal Yadav on Sunday raised concern over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), stating that voters may lose their voting rights if they're not present during the Booth Level Officer (BLO)'s visit.... read..

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Bhojpuri singer Neha Singh Rathore to move Supreme Court after bail plea dismissed, claims "No notice from police"

Bhojpuri singer and YouTuber Neha Singh Rathore's legal troubles have increased after the Allahabad High Court rejected her plea for anticipatory bail.... read..

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Malini Awasthi mesmerises audience with her performance at cultural festival 'Deshaj' in Lucknow

Padmashree folk singer, Malini Awasthi, led the performance at the two-day cultural festival 'Deshaj 2025' which was organised in Lucknow on Sunday, to celebrate the Sonchiraya Foundation's 15th anniversary.... read..

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"We've opportunity to exchange experiences": Sports Authority of India Dy DG Srivastava on India hosting 2030 Commonwealth Games

Deputy DG, Sports Authority of India, Mayank Srivastava, expressed his enthusiasm about India hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games and believes it could be a game-changer for Indian sports, bringing in international exposure and opportunities for athletes ... read..

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Akhilesh Yadav accuses Centre, UP govt of "running the country on emotions"; flags inflation, jobs and voter list issues

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav launched a sharp attack on both the Uttar Pradesh government and the Centre on Sunday, accusing them of presiding over an economic slowdown, rising inflation and a "systematic attempt" to erase voters from electora... read..

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Uttar Pradesh: Fire breaks out at factory in Hardoi; firefighting efforts underway

A fire broke out at a plate-and-bowl manufacturing factory in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, early Saturday morning, prompting an extensive firefighting response, officials said.... read..

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UP: Security forces on alert in Ayodhya on 33rd anniversary of Babri Masjid demolition

As today marks the 33rd anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition, security forces in Ayodhya and across other areas of Uttar Pradesh are on alert and are conducting thorough checks of vehicles on all routes.... read..

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Commerce Minister Goyal says in next 25 years, youth will play a crucial role

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Saturday said that the next 25 years would be a defining era in which the youth will play a crucial role.... read..

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HC rejects anticipatory bail plea of singer Neha Singh Rathore over alleged remarks on PM

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Bhojpuri singer and YouTuber Neha Singh Rathore on Friday in connection with a case related to alleged indecent remarks made against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.... read..

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Uttar Pradesh: Security heightened in Mathura on Babri Masjid demolition anniversary

Security has been heightened across Mathura in Uttar Pradesh on the 33rd anniversary of the 1992 Babri Mosque demolition.... read..

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"Will establish system to protect Baba Saheb statues from miscreants": UP CM Yogi on BR Ambedkar death anniversary

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday paid tribute to Bharat Ratna Dr BR Ambedkar on his death anniversary and said that the "government will now establish a system to protect Baba Saheb statues" from miscreants' malicious attempts to d... read..

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Pro Wrestling League returns 300+ wrestlers register for auction

The Pro Wrestling League (PWL) is officially back, and the response has surpassed every expectation. The league will kick off on 15 January 2025, with the grand finale scheduled for 1 February 2025, at the iconic Noida Indoor Stadium, which has already be... read..

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Riyan Parag open to Rajasthan Royals captaincy but not focusing on it ahead of IPL 2026

Riyan Parag said on Friday that he is not focused on the possibility of becoming the Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, but stated he's prepared to take on the role if the team management decides to entrust... read..

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Akhilesh Yadav lists four demand on UP SIR; alleges "conspiracy" to remove PDA voters from electoral roll

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Friday launched a sharp attack on the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh, alleging a "conspiracy" to delete voters belonging to the Pichhda, Dalit, Alpsankhyak (PDA) co... read..

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Cough syrup smuggling case: Accused Shubham Jaiswal moves High Court to avoid arrest, hearing deferred to next week

In the high-profile codeine-based cough syrup trafficking case, alleged absconding accused Shubham Jaiswal has approached the Allahabad High Court seeking protection from arrest. However, the petition could not be heard on Thursday, as the matter was defe... read..

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Railway's top priority is safety, says North Eastern Railway CPRO on KAVACH installation in trains

Pankaj Kumar Singh, Chief Public Relations Officer of North Eastern Railway, while speaking on the KAVACH system being installed in the Indian railways, stated that the railway's first priority is safety, and the railway is continuously working towards it... read..

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UPKL franchise Gazab Ghaziabad welcomes Tusshar Kapoor as co-owner

Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League's (UPKL), newest franchise, Gazab Ghaziabad, announced actor Tusshar Kapoor as the team's co-owner. His association brings a familiar and respected presence to the franchise as it begins its journey in the league.... read..

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Several members of Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 delegation reach Ayodhya; Tamil Nadu students express joy on "divine" visit

A delegation of 212 members from Tamil Nadu participating in the Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 arrived in Ayodhya on Friday to visit the Ram Temple as part of their cultural outreach tour.... read..

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Magh Mela preparations intensify as rail, civil officials inspect stations in Prayagraj

In view of the extensive preparations for the Magh Mela, senior officials of the Railways and the District Administration conducted a joint inspection of key railway stations in the city, including Prayagraj Junction, Prayag, Prayagraj Rambagh, and Jhunsi... read..

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UP: 4 killed after speeding car rams into parked truck on NH-9 in Amroha

Four people were killed after a speeding car rammed into a parked truck on NH-9 in Amroha late Wednesday night.... read..

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UP: Murder accused arrested following encounter in Bulandshahr

A man who has been accused of the murder of a young woman was arrested following an exchange of gunfire in Bulandshahr, police said.... read..

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UP police shoot, injure cow smuggler after he opened fire at checkpoint in Ballia

A suspected cow smuggler was injured in an encounter with police early on Wednesday. According to police, the incident occurred in the Sikanderpur area, Uttar Pradesh, when a team had set up checkpoints to curb illegal cattle transportation. During the op... read..

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UP: Evening prayers held at Varanasi to welcome Russian President Putin

Evening prayers were held on Thursday during the Ganga Aarti in Varanasi to welcome Russian President Vladimir Putin, with 'Welcome Putin' spelt out in diyas.... read..

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UP CM Adityanath feeds peacock during 'gauseva' at Gorakhnath Temple

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was seen feeding a peacock during a 'gauseva' event at the Gorakhnath Temple premises in Gorakhpur on Thursday.... read..

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Raebareli MP-MLA court takes cognisance of plea questioning Rahul Gandhi's citizenship; sets hearing on December 5

The Special MP-MLA Court in Raebareli has admitted a criminal plea filed by a Karnataka-based leader alleging that Congress leader and MP Rahul Gandhi holds British citizenship in violation of Indian law.... read..

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"Dedicated his life to service of Sanatan tradition": UP CM Yogi Adityanath pays tribute to late Mahant Ramdas

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the Panchanan Puri Peeth to pay tribute to the late Mahant Ramdas on Wednesday.... read..

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Passenger injured on Humsafar Express receives swift medical aid at Kanpur Station

A passenger aboard the Humsafar Express (12349) travelling from Delhi to Prayagraj received timely medical assistance after sustaining a hand injury during the journey.... read..

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"No need for the SIR at all:" Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav on ongoing SIR process

Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav in Mainpuri asserted that there is no need for conducting SIR in the country and labelled the ongoing process as "gimmicks to stay in power."... read..

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UP: MoS Murugan inaugurated art exhibition at Namo Ghat during Kashi Tamil Sangam 4.0 in Varanasi

Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, L Murugan inaugurated the exhibition organised by the Central Bureau of Communications, a unit of the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, on the theme "Cultu... read..

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"Another milestone in 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'...: Union Minister L Murugan on Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0

Union Minister L Murugan on Tuesday attended the 'Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0' in Varanasi, along with Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and UP CM Yogi Adityanath.... read..

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"Centre has decided anything negative is Jihad": Jamiat President Mehmood Madani

A day after controversy erupted over President of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind Maulan Mahmood Madani's remarks over the meaning of "jihad," the Jamiat President, in an exclusive interview with ANI, clarified on his remarks and claimed that it is actually the Centr... read..

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Uttar Pradesh: Nepal-bound bus gets caught in fire; 2 dead bodies recovered

A Nepal-bound bus caught fire, causing several injuries and the recovery of two dead bodies in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday. All passengers were evacuated, and the injured ones were sent for treatment.... read..

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Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 inaugurated with Great pomp; Tamil delegates witnessed amazing culture of Kashi from cruise

Varanasi, the city of knowledge, spirituality, and cultural unity, once again witnessed a historic occasion when Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 was inaugurated with great enthusiasm and traditional Vedic rituals. Delegates participated in this event, which aims... read..

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Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League announces Noida Indoor Stadium as host venue for season 2

Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) has announced the Noida Indoor Stadium as the host venue for Season 2, which will run from December 24, 2025, to January 10, 2026.... read..

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UP: Fire breaks out at garments shop in Gorakhpur's Golghar; blaze brought under control

A fire broke out at a garments shop in the Golghar area of Gorakhpur on Monday, prompting the immediate deployment of fire tenders to control the blaze.... read..

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath addresses public grievances, concerns during 'Janta Darshan' in Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday addressed public grievances and concerns during 'Janta Darshan' in Lucknow, where he met people from different parts of the district and personally listened to their issues.... read..

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"Mere exchange of accusations will not suffice": BSP chief Mayawati hopeful of "smooth functioning" of Parliament

Bahujan Samaj Party national president Mayawati on Monday expressed hope that the Winter Session of Parliament will address important matters concerning the public, as she appealed to both the opposition and treasury benches to ensure the smooth functioni... read..

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"Hanuman Chalisa aapki bahut madad karta hai": Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla in Aligarh school

Astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla attended the anniversary celebrations of Sant Fidelis Senior Secondary School in Aligarh, where he interacted with students and shared experiences from his recent space mission.... read..

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UP BJP launches 'Kundi Khatkao' drive in Lucknow to boost public participation in SIR process

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Uttar Pradesh intensified its efforts to encourage citizens to take part in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list by launching a door-to-door campaign titled 'Kundi Khatkao' in Lucknow on Monday... read..

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"PM Modi ready to discuss every topic": Jagdambika Pal ahead of Winter Session

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Jagdambika Pal on Monday slammed the Opposition for disrupting the Parliament with continuous protest and sloganeering during the Monsoon Session, calling it a "blow to democracy."... read..

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