INDIA
What led to record air travel surge in Uttar Pradesh in five months
In 2016-17, around 5.9 million passengers flew from airports in the state. That number has now more than doubled to 14.2 million in 2024-25, including 12.9 million domestic and 1.3 million international travelers.
INDIA
Akhilesh Yadav brings back Azam Khan, sidelines both uncles in SP’s Bihar star campaigner list
Ram Gopal Yadav and Shivpal Yadav's absence has triggered murmurs within party circles, suggesting renewed strains in the Yadav family and a clear indication of Akhilesh’s tightening grip over the party’s political and ideological direction.
INDIA
Yogi Adityanath sounds alarm over 'political Islam', stirs debate in UP
By linking halal certification to the broader notion of 'political Islam', CM Yogi seeks to portray it as part of an organised attempt to assert religious influence over economic systems.
INDIA
Ayodhya steps into the future with glittering transformation: Pilgrim paths, 4-lane roads, revamped ghats
Decorative lighting, improved drainage, and multi-level parking facilities have eased traffic and pilgrim movement. The Saryu River ghats, including the iconic Ram Ki Paidi, have been redeveloped with granite steps, solar lighting, and seating for 20,000 visitors.
INDIA
Ayodhya glows in faith and light as Deepotsav ready to set new record
The lighting arrangements include 16 lakh diyas at Ram Ki Paidi, 4.25 lakh at the Extended Paidi, 4.75 lakh at Chaudhary Charan Singh Ghat, 5.25 lakh at Bhajan Sandhya Ghat, and 1.25 lakh at Laxman Kila Ghat and adjoining areas.
INDIA
Yogi in demand as BJP bets on UP CM’s firebrand image to boost Bihar campaign
Yogi Adityanath is set to be the face of the BJP’s star campaigners, addressing more than 24 rallies across both phases of the polls.
INDIA
Akhilesh Yadav meets Azam Khan in Rampur, signaling SP’s bid to rebuild core base
For Azam Khan, the meeting reaffirms his relevance within the SP fold. Though his political influence has waned, he continues to command loyalty among sections of the Muslim electorate and local leaders in Rampur and adjoining districts.
INDIA
Kashi emerges as global tourism hotspot, foreign visitors up 120 times in three years
The Kashi Vishwanath Corridor, inaugurated in 2021, has not only enhanced the spiritual experience for pilgrims but also transformed the cityscape with modern facilities, better crowd management, and improved access.
INDIA
Azam Khan’s release from jail: A new political equation on cards in Uttar Pradesh?
The implications of Khan’s return extend beyond SP. Other opposition parties are likely to recalibrate their strategies to court Muslim voters in constituencies where Khan wields influence
INDIA
BJP MLA Aditi Singh's '10 joote maarenge' remark sparks political tensions in party’s Raebareli unit
Party sources indicated that Aditi Singh's remarks were aimed at former MLA Rakesh Singh, whose brother Horticulture Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh is seen as her chief rival in Raebareli.
INDIA
Nepal unrest cripples border trade, Indian truckers and traders stare at heavy losses
The unrest in Nepal was triggered by massive student-led protests against corruption and social media restrictions, which escalated into widespread arson, curfews, and the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.
INDIA
High alert in Uttar Pradesh as violence in Nepal triggers border clampdown
DGP Rajeev Krishna said coordinated efforts with the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) are being undertaken
INDIA
Kashi Vishwanath temple priests & staff to get state govt employee status, 3x pay hike
The revision also extends additional benefits beyond salaries, putting temple workers on par with other categories of government employees in Uttar Pradesh.
INDIA
GST cuts expected to give Rs 30,000 crore boost to Uttar Pradesh economy
Officials estimate an initial revenue shortfall of around Rs 3,500 crore for the state, but the long-term gain is projected at Rs 30,000 crore.
INDIA
Uttar Pradesh govt's big relief for families under new stamp duty rules: What are the changes
Families can now pass on property without worrying about exorbitant charges or prolonged paperwork.
INDIA
Political fault lines emerge as Sambhal report flags demographic concerns
Sambhal, a traditional stronghold of the Samajwadi Party, is often seen as a microcosm of western Uttar Pradesh’s communal politics. With the Hindu population shrinking, the BJP faces a limited electoral base here.
INDIA
Trump's 50% tariff pushes India’s 'carpet city' to the brink, exporters seek bailout
Carpets are not a fast-moving commodity that can be diverted to new buyers overnight. Unlike textiles or garments, which are consumed in India’s warm climate, carpets have little domestic market.
INDIA
Why a Thakur huddle in Uttar Pradesh raised eyebrows: 'Was it a veiled message?'
For the first time in recent years, such a large number of MLAs and MLCs from a single caste — Thakurs or Kshatriyas — came together in a show of solidarity.
POLITICS
BJP’s internal survey hints at major shake-up: Why 2027 could see record number of sitting MLAs dropped in UP
According to party insiders, the leadership will not shy away from denying tickets to sitting legislators if they are seen as obstacles to the party’s goal of returning to power.
INDIA
Ayodhya's Ram Mandir to soon get fortress-like security with 4-km wall
The Rs 80–90 crore project is expected to start within the next 15 days and will take six to eight months to complete. Construction will start from the northern side of the temple complex and proceed in phases until the entire perimeter is covered.
INDIA
Trump’s tariff move puts Agra and UP exporters on edge
. Uttar Pradesh is among the top exporting states in India, particularly in sectors like leather, garments, handicrafts, brassware, and carpets.
INDIA
Yogi Adityanath quietly sets new record in Uttar Pradesh with historic milestone
With a tenure now stretching 8 years, 4 months, and 10 days, Yogi has surpassed the previous record held by the state's first CM, Govind Ballabh Pant, who served for 8 years and 127 days between 1950 and 1954.
POLITICS
'Reclaiming caste coalitions ...': New UP BJP chief likely to be party’s strategic answer to SP’s PDA gambit
Sources within the saffron party suggest that the caste identity of the next UP BJP president will be carefully calibrated to regain political momentum, particularly among non-Yadav OBCs and non-Jatav Dalits.
INDIA
Priests blast Akhilesh Yadav for construction of 'Kedarnath replica' in Etawah: 'Religious violation'
Several prominent Hindu seer bodies and priest associations have strongly opposed the temple, alleging that it is a symbolic replica of the Kedarnath shrine in Uttarakhand and an affront to the spiritual and cultural sanctity of one of India’s holiest Jyotirlingas.
