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"Govt has to raise electricity bills amid West Asia crisis, people should take it positively": UP Minister on 10% electricity bill hike

Uttar Pradesh residents will face a 10 percent rise in electricity bills starting June. This increase is attributed to escalating fuel costs and the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge. Minister Narendra Kashyap urged citizens to view this revision positively. The UP Power Corporation Limited confirmed the surcharge is in…

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Berger Paints looks to strengthen presence in Uttar Pradesh

Berger Paints is set to boost its presence in Uttar Pradesh's smaller towns and rural areas. The company aims to deepen its reach across eastern and western parts of the state. With a network of over 6,000 dealers, Berger Paints is enhancing its ground-level presence. Uttar Pradesh is a key…

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Pakistan Navy remained confined to ports during Operation Sindoor: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Nausena Shaurya Vatika in Lucknow. He stated the Indian Navy confined Pakistan's navy to ports during Operation Sindoor. The museum showcases naval achievements and inspires citizens. India's defence manufacturing and exports have significantly increased. Uttar Pradesh has transformed under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

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UP consumers to pay 10% fuel surcharge on June power bills

Electricity bills in Uttar Pradesh will see a 10% increase starting June. This rise is due to a fuel surcharge reflecting higher fuel and power purchase costs. The Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited is implementing this change as per new regulations. Consumers will pay more for electricity usage in the…

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ED attaches Rs 634-crore assets in money laundering case against Unitech realty project

A provisional order has been issued under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) to attach properties connected with the Unitech Golf and Country Club (UGCC) Project situated in Sectors 96, 97 and 98 of Noida, Uttar Pradesh, the central agency said in a statement.

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Japan ban imports of Indian mangoes after key processing facility fails inspection

Suspension follows an inspection by Japanese officials at a major facility in Uttar Pradesh, northern India

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Six dead, several injured as part of under-construction bridge collapses in Uttar Pradesh

A bridge under construction in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, collapsed during a severe storm. The incident occurred around 2 AM. At least five people died and several others were injured. Rescue teams rushed to the site immediately. Search operations are ongoing. Authorities confirmed the presence of SDRF teams and administrative officials…

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‘Let them drink water’: Media is burying the corporate plunder driving our climate crisis

India is at boiling point, literally. The world's hottest cities are all in India, and most are in Uttar Pradesh. It is a crisis that impacts the majority, especially the poor.

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SC seeks Centre, ED responses on plea alleging Rs 14,000 crore diversion in Noida, Yamuna Expressway housing projects

The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Centre, Enforcement Directorate, RBI, Uttar Pradesh authorities, and several real estate firms. This follows a plea alleging diversion of thousands of crores collected from homebuyers in Noida and Yamuna Expressway projects. Advocate Prashant Bhushan highlighted a pattern of developers diverting funds and…

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AI Helps Uttar Pradesh Family Decode Decades-Old Land Records in Viral Case

In an era where artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming part of everyday life, a recent incident from Uttar Pradesh has highlighted an unexpected but powerful use case—using AI to navigate complex government land records and trace ancestral property details.

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UP man uses AI to trace lost 25 ancestral land plots in village he barely knew, here's how he did it

An AI assistant has helped Zahid Khan find 25 ancestral land parcels in Uttar Pradesh's Mohammadpur village. The land records were scattered and in technical Hindi. Khan used an AI tool to navigate government portals and decode maps. This innovative use of AI is reconnecting families with their heritage. It…

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110 electric buses to connect Jewar airport; UP CM reviews expressway, industrial projects

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered the deployment of 110 electric buses for the upcoming Noida International Airport by June 15. He also emphasized expanding EV charging infrastructure, targeting 10,000 stations by 2030. The CM reviewed expressway projects, stressing expedited land acquisition for key routes and boosting investment…

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Eid Ul Adha 2026 State-wise Holiday List: Check when will Delhi, Kerala, and Uttar Pradesh observe Bakrid holidays across India

Eid Ul Adha 2026 holiday list India: Muslims across India prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, this week. The festival is a gazetted holiday, with many states announcing closures. Delhi, Karnataka, Gujarat, and Telangana will observe the holiday on May 28, 2026. Uttar Pradesh has declared a…

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Public will thrash BJP in next year's UP polls: Akhilesh Yadav attacks govt on power 'disruptions'

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party regarding power supply disruption. He stated that voters will decisively reject the BJP in the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections. Yadav questioned the government's handling of the electricity crisis and the absence of the state's power minister from key review meetings.

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Yogi Adityanath warns against ‘new model of theft’: Man arrives in Rs 2.5 crore luxury car allegedly steals Rs 45 flowerpot

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday spoke about an unusual theft case, claiming CCTV cameras captured a person arriving in a luxury car worth around Rs 2.5 crore to allegedly steal a flowerpot worth just Rs 45. Calling it a “new model of theft,” he said the government…

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Health services, medical education expansion to be driven by modern tech: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed health and medical education. He stressed improving treatment quality and expanding services. Medical colleges and nursing institutions will be strengthened with modern technology. Ayushman Yojana support for the poor was highlighted. Efforts are underway to enhance emergency services and control communicable diseases.

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Varanasi shocker: Mother sells 12-year-old girl for Rs 16,000 and 10 saris; she was raped multiple times, forced to work as house help

A 12-year-old girl was allegedly sold by her mother for Rs 16,000 and 10 saris in Uttar Pradesh. She was then subjected to repeated sexual assault by a 40-year-old man and later abused again by an auto driver after being abandoned. Police have arrested the mother, the man, and the…

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UP records highest-ever power supply at 31,804 MW: Energy Minister AK Sharma

Uttar Pradesh has set a new record for electricity supply. Energy Minister AK Sharma announced peak demand reached 31,804 MW on Sunday night. This figure is claimed to be the highest in the state's and the country's history. Urban areas are receiving up to 24 hours of uninterrupted power, while…

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Adityanath calls for trader-friendly tax system, better services for honest taxpayers

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed the state tax department to boost revenue collection. He emphasised providing facilities and respect to honest traders. The department aims to simplify and digitise the tax system, eliminating delays in processes like GST registration and refunds.

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JEECUP Admit Card 2026 releasing today at jeecup.admissions.nic.in; check steps to download, documents required, exam pattern and marking scheme

The Joint Entrance Examination Council Uttar Pradesh, JEECUP, is expected to release the JEECUP Admit Card 2026 today, May 25. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website. The exam will feature 100 multiple-choice questions in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. A Computer-Based Test will be conducted.

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'Maha Power Disaster': Akhilesh Yadav slams BJP over UP power crisis, Yogi Adityanath says 'providing power a priority'

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has strongly criticized the Uttar Pradesh government regarding the ongoing power crisis. He alleges that the ruling party is using political tactics and cabinet changes to distract from public discontent. Yadav claims BJP leaders are seeking to protect their political futures ahead of elections. The…

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Maharashtra's Brahmapuri hottest in country at 47.2 degrees, heatwave to persist: IMD

Scorching heat gripped many Indian states on Sunday. Brahmapuri in Maharashtra recorded the highest temperature at 47.2 degrees Celsius. Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab also experienced severe heatwave conditions. While some relief is forecast from May 29, heatwave conditions are expected to persist in Central and Northwest India…

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Centre pushed country into economic crisis: Akhilesh Yadav

The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister also attacked the Centre over rising prices of petrol and diesel and asked who was accountable for the state of the economy after 12 years in power, according to a Samajwadi Party (SP) statement.

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200 kg of unhygienic peda found near Vrindavan’s Banke Bihari Temple; Authorities launch strict crackdown

Authorities in Uttar Pradesh have launched a crackdown on unhygienic sweet shops near the Shri Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan. During surprise inspections, officials found nearly 200 kilograms of peda stored in poor and unsanitary conditions. Several shop owners are now facing action for allegedly violating food safety regulations. The…

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India’s fertility rate falls below replacement level; highest in Bihar, lowest in Delhi

India's birth rate has fallen below the replacement level. Most states now have fewer than 2.1 children per woman. Bihar and Uttar Pradesh remain above this mark. Delhi has the lowest rate. The country's working-age population is growing, but the elderly population is also increasing. Experts predict fertility rates will…

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