Friday, December 19

Uttar Pradesh

Bihar Election Results Offer Lessons for SP: Akhilesh Yadav Must Focus Beyond Core Voters, Leverage PDA Formula
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Bihar Election Results Offer Lessons for SP: Akhilesh Yadav Must Focus Beyond Core Voters, Leverage PDA Formula

Lucknow: Even though the Samajwadi Party (SP) did not contest the recent Bihar Assembly elections, the results have sent a clear message to the party leadership. Analysts believe that the electorate has rejected politics based solely on caste equations, prioritizing development and good governance instead. The decisive defeat of the RJD underscores that relying solely on a core vote bank is no longer sufficient. Akhilesh Yadav, who led SP to the highest number of Lok Sabha wins from Uttar Pradesh in the 2024 elections, held 22 campaign rallies in Bihar, actively supporting alliance partners under the India coalition. While SP did not field candidates, the outcomes in Bihar offer strategic insights for the party. Political observers suggest that to remain relevant in upcoming election...
Yogi Adityanath Outshines Lalu Prasad Yadav in Bihar Elections: Social Equations Redefined
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Yogi Adityanath Outshines Lalu Prasad Yadav in Bihar Elections: Social Equations Redefined

Lucknow/Bihar: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has delivered a major political blow to RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, shattering long-standing social equations in Bihar. The 2025 Bihar Assembly election results revealed a decisive shift, showing the influence of strong ground-level campaigning and strategic outreach. Unlike the overconfident campaigns of the past, BJP and NDA leaders actively engaged on the ground, strengthening their organizational base. Attempts to consolidate caste blocs in Bihar largely failed, with social and community-based strategies unable to sway results in favor of the Mahagathbandhan. Efforts by SP chief Akhilesh Yadav to push backward-caste, Dalit, and minority-centric PDA politics from Uttar Pradesh into Bihar met with limited success, while Rahu...
Major UP Cabinet Decisions: Rent Exemptions, New Medical College in Baghpat, and Senior Citizen Pension Reforms
State, Uttar Pradesh

Major UP Cabinet Decisions: Rent Exemptions, New Medical College in Baghpat, and Senior Citizen Pension Reforms

Lucknow: The Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has approved several key administrative, social, and economic reforms aimed at improving governance and public welfare. In a cabinet meeting held recently, proposals concerning rental agreements, healthcare education, the Shops & Commercial Establishments Act, and senior citizen pensions received approval. The government described these decisions as steps towards modernizing services and ensuring transparency. 1. Rent Registration Fee Concessions Addressing issues related to tenancy disputes and irregularities, the cabinet has approved substantial exemptions on stamp duty and registration fees for rental agreements up to 10 years. Previously, registration was mandatory for agreements exceeding one year, but many contra...
Ghaziabad’s Dasna Jail Transforms into a Model Reformatory: Inmates Take Class 10–12 Exams, “Kalpana Chawla Library” Now Open
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad’s Dasna Jail Transforms into a Model Reformatory: Inmates Take Class 10–12 Exams, “Kalpana Chawla Library” Now Open

Ghaziabad: Dasna District Jail in Uttar Pradesh is redefining incarceration by turning punishment into an opportunity for reform and education. Male, female, and juvenile inmates are now appearing for 10th and 12th-grade examinations under the UP Board, Open Board, and CBSE. Many inmates are passing with flying colors, gaining new recognition and hope as they reintegrate into society. High-Tech Library and Computer FacilitiesThe jail has introduced a modern library and computer classes. A special library for female inmates, named the “Kalpana Chawla Library,” operates within their premises. Jail Superintendent Sitaram Sharma explained that the initiative aims to empower women, promote self-reliance, and raise awareness among inmates. Children Living with Their Mothers in JailCurrentl...
U.P. ATS Action on ‘Changur Baba’ Network Sparks Alarm Among Terror Groups
State, Uttar Pradesh

U.P. ATS Action on ‘Changur Baba’ Network Sparks Alarm Among Terror Groups

Balrampur: A recent crackdown on the illegal religious conversion network linked to ‘Changur Baba’ has sent shockwaves through terrorist organizations, according to intelligence inputs. The move came amid investigations following the Delhi car blast, highlighting the escalating concern over unlawful conversion gangs operating across Uttar Pradesh. Terror Networks Alarmed The U.P. ATS and local police joint operation exposed an illegal religious conversion racket led by Jalaluddin alias Changur Baba. Intelligence agencies report that terrorist groups were angered by the strict action against this network, perceiving it as a barrier to their larger ideological objectives in India. The crackdown has reportedly intensified terror groups’ planning against the country. Foreign Funding f...
Noida International Airport to Connect with Ganga Expressway: 74 km Link Expressway Plans Accelerate
State, Uttar Pradesh

Noida International Airport to Connect with Ganga Expressway: 74 km Link Expressway Plans Accelerate

Greater Noida: Work has intensified on a plan to connect Noida International Airport, the largest airport in Uttar Pradesh, with the Ganga Expressway, the state’s longest expressway. The proposed 74-kilometer greenfield link expressway will provide seamless connectivity between the airport and the expressway, significantly reducing travel time for passengers and improving industrial logistics in western Uttar Pradesh. Route and Design Updates The link expressway will begin near Film City at the 24th km of Yamuna Expressway and extend up to the 44.3 km point of Ganga Expressway near Siana in Bulandshahr district. The route will pass through 56 villages, with land acquisition planned with farmers’ consent, while compensation rates are being finalized. During a key project meeting, S...
Viral Rumors of Adani Group Buying Lucknow’s City Montessori School Denied by Management
State, Uttar Pradesh

Viral Rumors of Adani Group Buying Lucknow’s City Montessori School Denied by Management

Lucknow: Speculation about the City Montessori School (CMS) in Lucknow being acquired by industrialist Gautam Adani has been circulating widely on social media. However, the CMS management has categorically denied these reports, terming them false, misleading, and baseless. CMS Management Responds CMS, one of the most prestigious school groups in Lucknow, has 21 branches across the city with around 64,000 students, making it one of the largest schools in Asia in terms of student strength and branches. Despite the rumors, no official statement or action regarding any acquisition by the Adani Group has been made. Rishi Khanna, Head of Communications at CMS, clarified that the circulating news of CMS being bought by the Adani Group is entirely false and misleading. He appealed to the...
Ballia to Ghazipur Greenfield Expressway: First Phase to Open in December, NHAI Accelerates Work
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ballia to Ghazipur Greenfield Expressway: First Phase to Open in December, NHAI Accelerates Work

Ballia/Ghazipur: The 132-kilometer Greenfield Expressway stretching from Jangipur in Ghazipur, UP, to Manjhi in Bihar is set to have its first phase operational by December. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has stepped up construction speed despite recent floods and heavy rainfall, aiming to open the section from Haldi (Ballia) to Jangipur (Ghazipur) on schedule. Faster Access for Local Residents Initially, the NHAI planned to open the expressway only up to Fefna, but accelerated progress has extended the operational stretch to Haldi. Currently, travelers from Ballia need to cover an additional 50 km to access the Purvanchal Expressway, but once the Haldi section is operational, access to the Greenfield Expressway will be just 14 km from the city, saving nearly one hou...
Hathras: Delhi Police and Bank Employee Attacked by Villagers While Apprehending Fugitive
State, Uttar Pradesh

Hathras: Delhi Police and Bank Employee Attacked by Villagers While Apprehending Fugitive

Hathras, UP: In a shocking incident in Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh, a Delhi Police constable and a bank employee were reportedly assaulted by villagers while attempting to apprehend a fugitive. According to sources, Islam, a local man, had been declared a fugitive by Saket Court, Delhi, after allegedly defaulting on a loan of approximately ₹2 lakh from a bank in Delhi and absconding. In an effort to recover the dues, a team comprising Capital Bank employee Karan Singh and Delhi Police constable Devendra Kumar Singh visited Chandragarhi village under Chandaura police station in Hathras. Violent Confrontation During the operation, the fugitive Islam physically attacked the bank employee and police constable, prompting some of his accomplices to take the team hostage. The group a...
UP ATS Questions Integral University Officials Over Dr. Parvez, Probes Sudden Resignation Before Delhi Blast
State, Uttar Pradesh

UP ATS Questions Integral University Officials Over Dr. Parvez, Probes Sudden Resignation Before Delhi Blast

Lucknow, UP: The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Uttar Pradesh has intensified its investigation following the Delhi blast, questioning officials at Integral University, Lucknow regarding Dr. Parvez Ahmed Ansari. The inquiry is part of a broader probe into connections with individuals linked to the terror module. ATS sources confirmed that Dr. Parvez, who recently resigned from Integral University, is reportedly the brother of Dr. Shaheen Saeed, a key accused in the Jaish terror network. The sudden resignation, tendered just three days before the blast, has raised several questions among investigators. ATS Interrogation at Integral University On Thursday afternoon, two ATS officers visited Integral University. During the visit, the team questioned the Registrar, Mohammad Harris Sidd...