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October 9, 2026 6:53 PM

BJP wins eight, SP two of UP’s 10 Rajya Sabha seats unopposed

Eight candidates of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and two of the Samajwadi Party (SP) have been declared elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha in Uttar Pradesh. The unopposed elections were declared after the nomination papers of two Independent candidates were rejected during scrutiny, and no other candidate remained in the fray. As a result, the voting scheduled for October 16 will no longer be required. The outcome also brings an end to the Bahujan Samaj Party’s (BSP) representation in...

October 2, 2026 5:53 PM

Gandhi’s timeless message will continue to guide us towards better society: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary, recalling his ideals of truth, non-violence, simplicity, compassion and Swadeshi. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “May Bapu’s timeless message keep guiding us towards a better society and a Viksit Bharat.” In a video message, PM Modi said the significance of October 2 was well known to every child in the country and highlighted the global relevance of Mahatma Gandhi’s ideolo...

September 30, 2026 12:25 PM

Janta Darshan: UP CM Yogi Adityanath assures people of timely grievance redressal

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday assured people that the Uttar Pradesh government would resolve their grievances, as he held a 'Janta Darshan' at the Gorakhnath temple in Gorakhpur for the second consecutive day. CM Adityanath met around 150 people from different districts and heard their complaints, assuring them that the government was committed to resolving their problems. "Do not worry. The government will ensure that every person's problem is resolved with commitment," he told t...

September 30, 2026 12:09 PM

UP CM Yogi Adityanath urges cow protection at homes, shelters to avail linked livelihood support schemes

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday urged people to contribute to cow protection and care either at home or at the more than 7,700 shelters in Uttar Pradesh. Speaking at an event at the Gorakhnath temple in Gorakhpur, CM Adityanath said farmers who keep stray cattle at home receive Rs 1,500 per month for each animal, meaning that keeping four cattle would yield an income of Rs 6,000 per month. He said there is also a provision to provide a lactating cow taken from a cow she...

September 27, 2026 4:26 PM

Uttar Pradesh targets Rs 5 lakh crore annual exports by 2030: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Sunday said Uttar Pradesh’s entrepreneurs will gain greater access to international markets as India expands its network of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), with the state targeting an increase in annual exports from around ₹2 lakh crore to ₹5 lakh crore by 2030. Addressing the UP International Trade Show in Greater Noida, Goyal said expanding exports, attracting investments and strengthening global market access would play an importan...

September 26, 2026 3:44 PM

UP CM Adityanath Meets PM Modi in Delhi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, the PM’s official residence, in New Delhi on Saturday. In a post on X, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) shared a photo and said, “Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri @myogiadityanath met Prime Minister @narendramodi. @CMOfficeUP” https://x.com/PMOIndia/status/2103770616826662924?s=20 CM Yogi Adityanath is also scheduled to meet BJP national president Nitin Nabin and Union Home Minist...

September 26, 2026 9:17 AM

Heavy Rain: Schools Shut Across Several Parts of Uttar Pradesh

Schools in several districts of Uttar Pradesh have been closed on Saturday in view of heavy rainfall and weather warnings, with authorities citing the safety of students. In Lucknow, schools across all boards from Class 1 to Class 12 will remain closed on September 26 in view of the warning of heavy rainfall. The order was issued by the Basic Education Officer following instructions from the District Magistrate. In Prayagraj, all schools from pre-primary to Class 8 will remain closed on Saturd...

September 26, 2026 9:06 AM

Delhi-NCR wakes up to pleasant weather as rain, thunderstorms likely over next three days

Delhi-NCR woke up to pleasant weather and cool winds on Saturday, with light to moderate rainfall expected over the next two to three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Saturday, warning of thunderstorms and gusty winds of up to 30 kmph. The expected rainfall is likely to provide some relief from the recent heat as the national Capital moves into the post-monsoon period. Rainfall is expected on Saturday, Sunday and Monday as a depression over Chhattis...

September 24, 2026 11:40 AM

PM Modi Announces Rs 2 Lakh Aid for Families of Those Killed, Rs 50,000 for Injured in Yamuna Expressway Bus Fire

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each person killed in the bus fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh, while Rs 50,000 to those injured in the tragedy. “Distressed to hear about the loss of lives due to a fire tragedy on a bus in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Praying for the swift recovery of the injured. An ex...

September 24, 2026 10:09 AM

Loss of lives in UP bus fire extremely painful: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said the loss of lives in a bus fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh is extremely painful and offered her deepest condolences to the bereaved families. She also prayed for the swift recovery of those injured in the accident. “The news of the deaths of people in a fire that broke out in a bus on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh is extremely painful. I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for the swift recovery of ...