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UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath pushes for tech and transparency in village panchayats, renaming them 'Gram Sachivalaya' to ensure self-reliance and sustainable development, with focus on digitization and environmental measures.

Yogi Adityanath Boosts UP Panchayats with Tech

UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasizes technology and transparency in village panchayats across Uttar Pradesh. All panchayat bhawans are renamed 'Gram Sachivalaya' as part of a move towards self-reliance and sustainable development in rural areas.

Yogi Adityanath stresses technology and transparency in UP panchayats, transitioning to 'Gram Sachivalaya' for better development. Digital advancements are key, with attention to environmental and sanitation concerns for sustainable progress.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday underscored the need for transparency and technology-driven works in village panchayats and stressed that as they become self-reliant, the state's overall development would speed up.
During a comprehensive review of the Panchayati Raj Department, he lauded the government's mission-mode efforts to strengthen grassroots institutions and highlighted that NITI Aayog has recognised the 'Gram Sachivalaya' concept as a model.
He said all panchayat bhawans in Uttar Pradesh should now be referred to as 'Gram Sachivalaya'.
"Self-reliant village panchayats will be the foundation of the state's sustainable development. It is essential to make local systems transparent, robust, and tech-driven." Adityanath instructed officials to use computers to process all financial transactions to ensure accountability and transparency.
Praising several digital initiatives, including a state-level call centre, online attendance systems, 10-seater help desks, geofencing of sachivalayas, and internet calling facilities, he said village assistants be mandatorily provided with 15 days of computer training.
Adityanath also underlined the need for timely desilting of ponds and compulsory rainwater harvesting.
Reiterating the state's commitment to rural sanitation, CM Adityanath called for regular maintenance and cleaning of community toilets and timely payment of honorariums to staff.

Latur's hostel owner Hanumant Jadhav faces charges for allegedly assaulting student Soham Biradar. Captured on a viral video, the incident has sparked public outrage and led to a police complaint. Investigation is underway at Shivajinagar police station.

Hostel Owner Charged for Assaulting Student

In Latur, a hostel owner allegedly assaults student Soham Biradar, sparking outrage after a viral video surfaces. The case, registered at Shivajinagar police station, is under investigation as authorities respond to public concern over student safety.

In Latur, a hostel owner, Hanumant Jadhav, faces charges after allegedly assaulting student Soham Biradar. Captured in a viral video, the incident sparked public outcry and led to a police complaint.

Police in Maharashtra's Latur city have registered a case against the owner of a private hostel for allegedly assaulting a student with a belt after the latter entered its premises.
A video of the incident, which occurred on April 28 in the hostel of a coaching class, has gone viral of social media.
The case was filed on Wednesday against the accused, Hanumant Jadhav, at the Shivajinagar police station.
According to sources, the accused confronted victim Soham Biradar, a student, when he visited the hostel. He attacked the student with a belt. When the victim tried to explain to him that he was looking for accommodation. However, the argument turned into a heated exchange, and Jadhav not only beat him but also forced him to apologise before two girls as seen in the video.
As the video sparked outrage, a police constable filed a complaint on May 14, based on which the case was registered.

The Supreme Court has greenlit the UP government's Banke Bihari Temple corridor development, enabling the use of temple funds for land acquisition.

SC Approves Banke Bihari Temple Corridor Plan

SC allows UP government to develop Banke Bihari Temple corridor, permitting temple funds for land purchase to improve pilgrim facilities.

SC approves UP's plan for the Banke Bihari Temple corridor, allowing temple funds to acquire land, enhancing facilities for pilgrims.

The Supreme Court on Thursday paved way for a Uttar Pradesh government scheme to develop the Shri Banke Bihari Temple corridor in Mathura for the benefit of scores of devotees.
A bench of Justices Bela M Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma allowed the Uttar Pradesh government's plea to utilise the funds of Shri Banke Bihari Temple only for the purchase of 5-acre land around the temple to create a holding area.
"We permit the state of Uttar Pradesh to implement the scheme in its entirety. The Banke Bihari Ji Trust is having fixed deposits in the name of the deity/temple...the state government is permitted to utilise the amount lying in the fixed deposit to acquire the land proposed," it said.
The top court, however, said the land to be acquired for the purposes of development of the temple and corridor should be in the name of the deity/trust.
In the process, it modified the November 8, 2023 order of the Allahabad High Court on a PIL filed by the Uttar Pradesh government which accepted the state's ambitious scheme but refused to permit the state to utilise the temple funds.
The bench observed as the court was in seisin of the cause qua the administration and safety of temples in the Braj region, it was in public interest to decide the issue raised by Uttar Pradesh government expeditiously.
Under the proposed scheme placed on record by the state for development for the temple, the court said, 5 acre land around the temple had to be acquired and developed by constructing parking lots, accommodation for the devotees, toilets, security check posts and other amenities.
The high court observed in its order on November 8, 2023, the acquisition of land around the temple and the consequent development project was crucial to ensure the safety of the pilgrims.
The bench observed the state government would incur costs of over Rs 500 crore to develop the corridor and had proposed to utilise the temple funds for purchasing the land in question which was denied by the high court.
The Uttar Pradesh government pointed out the dire situation of the Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura and the lack of proper administration and amenities.
The temple, spread over a limited area of only 1,200 square feet, has a daily footfall of 50,000 devotees, which was between 1.5 and 2 lakh on the weekends and upwards of 5 lakh during festivals, it said.
The government said the Uttar Pradesh Braj Planning and Development Board Act, 2015 was enacted for the development, preservation and maintaining the Braj Heritage in Mathura district.
Under the Act, it said, a parishad with necessary expertise to administer the temples in the region was constituted, and accordingly its services could be utilised for appointing administrator for these temples.
The bench, on the other hand, said a civil suit had been pending for over 25 years with only the court receiver running the show indicating "maladministration" running "deep and wide".
Prominent temples--Radha Vallabh Mandir, Vrindavan; Dauji Maharaj Mandir, Baldeo; Nandkila Nand Bhawan Mandir, Gokul; Mukharbind, Goverdhan; Danghati, Goverdhan; Anant Shri Bhibhushit, Vrindavan and Mandir Shree Ladli Ji Maharaj, Barsana-- in the region were all under the grip of receivers and most of them were managed by practising advocates of Mathura, it added.
The bench noted that some other temples in the area, including the Shri Banke Bihari Temple was being administered by a civil judge.
"It is an established fact that the historical temples are old structures and require proper upkeep and other logistic support, and added to the fact is that in a large number of temples, receivers have been appointed for decades now which was originally intended to be a stop-gap temporary measure," it noted.
The bench found it "unfortunate" that courts when appointing receivers, did not consider that Mathura and Vrindavan, were the two most sacred places for Vaishnav Sampradayas and, therefore, "persons from Vaishnav Sampradayas should be appointed as receivers".

Tragic stabbing near Punjab University results in death of Sudanese student Mohammed Wada Bala Yousif Ahmed. Six suspects have been arrested.

Sudanese Student Killed Near Punjab University

A tragic incident near Punjab University led to the fatal stabbing of a Sudanese student, Mohammed Wada Bala Yousif Ahmed. Six assailants were arrested following the attack during morning prayers.

A Sudanese student was fatally stabbed near Punjab University during morning prayers. Six suspects were arrested. Investigation is ongoing.

A 25-year-old Sudanese student offering morning prayers was stabbed to death and his friend grievously injured by six assailants near a private university here on Thursday, police said.
Kapurthala Senior Superintendent of Police Gauarv Toora said all the accused have been arrested from Mandi in Himachal Pradesh.
The deceased was identified as Mohammed Wada Bala Yousif Ahmed, who was residing at a paying guest accommodation in Maheru Colony here. The injured, Ahmed Mohammed Nour, also a Sudanese national, has been hospitalised in Jalandhar, police said.
In his police complaint, Nour said he, along with Wada and three female friends, were performing morning prayers when the assailants started abusing them. Two of them were carrying knives.
Nour said one of the assailants allegedly demanded his sister's phone number. When they were told to stop misbehaving, the assailants stabbed Nour and Wada in the chest and fled.
A local resident, Prabhat Dubey, came to the injured students' help and took them to a hospital, where doctors declared Wada brought dead, police said.
In his complaint, Nour named the six assailants -- Abdul Ahad of Karnataka and Kunwar Amar Partap Singh, Aditya Garg, Mohammed Shoaib, Sushank Shaggy and Yash Vardhan Rajput, all residents of Maheru Colony.
Police said the accused were residing in a rented accommodation in Maheru village near the university.
Phagwara Superintendent of Police Rupinder Kaur Bhatti said a case was registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

The Asiatic lion 'Pataudi' has died at Kanpur Zoo amid concerns over avian flu in the region. Gorakhpur Zoo confirmed the presence of H5 avian influenza, prompting stringent preventive measures.

Asiatic Lion Demise Amid Avian Flu Alert

The tragic death of 'Pataudi', an Asiatic lion at Kanpur Zoo, coincides with avian flu concerns. Confirmed presence of H5 influenza at Gorakhpur Zoo highlights the urgent need for preventive actions to protect animal health.

Asiatic lion 'Pataudi' dies at Kanpur Zoo amid an avian flu outbreak. H5 avian influenza was detected in Gorakhpur Zoo, prompting strict preventive measures. Pataudi's death has raised wildlife concerns in the region.

Amid a bird flu scare in Uttar Pradesh, 'Pataudi', an adult Asiatic lion from the Gorakhpur zoo, died during treatment at the Kanpur zoo on Thursday, officials said.
The lion born at the Sakkarbaug Zoological Garden in Gujarat's Junagadh had been ailing for the past few weeks. Medical reports revealed severe infections in his liver and pancreas, the officials said.
As his condition deteriorated, Pataudi was shifted to the Kanpur zoo for advanced care under expert veterinary supervision, where he died on Thursday, Gorakhpur zoo director Vikas Yadav said.
Following the recent death of a tigress named 'Shakti' at the Gorakhpur zoo and confirmation of H5 avian influenza virus by the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal, on Wednesday, 13 samples from the Gorakhpur zoo were sent to the NIHSAD for testing.
"The virus is highly contagious and can spread from birds to other animals and even humans. Preventive measures are critical," Yadav said.
The zoo staff have been instructed to strictly adhere to all the safety guidelines as part of the ongoing containment efforts, the official said.
Pataudi was transferred to the Etawah Lion Safari from Junagadh on September 26, 2019, and later brought to the Gorakhpur Zoo in February 2021 along with lioness Maryam.
When he was shifted to Gorakhpur, officials said he was around eight years old.

India and U.S. are seeing progress in trade deal talks, with teams meeting in Washington. Key goals include doubling trade by 2030, focusing on tariffs and market access.

India-US Trade Talks: Progress and Key Meetings

Significant progress in India-U.S. trade talks with key meetings scheduled in Washington. The interim deal is aimed at early wins, focusing on doubling trade by 2030.

India and the U.S. are progressing in trade talks. An Indian team is visiting Washington for discussions on an interim deal, targeting milestones by fall, aiming to double trade by 2030.

Negotiations for a new bilateral trade agreement between India and the United States are making significant headway, according to a senior government official. Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal announced on Thursday that an Indian delegation is preparing to visit Washington to accelerate the talks.
The delegation, led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, is scheduled to hold discussions with U.S. officials from May 17 to 20. Key meetings include those with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. Meanwhile, India's chief negotiator, Rajesh Agrawal, will engage with his U.S. counterpart from May 19 to 22.
These discussions are part of broader efforts by both nations to establish an interim trade agreement that promises "early mutual wins," in anticipation of finalizing the first phase of the comprehensive trade deal by the fall of this year.
"The negotiations are progressing very well, and our team is preparing to discuss further details with U.S. counterparts," Barthwal told reporters.
In a related development, U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking in Doha, claimed that India has agreed to remove tariffs on several American goods. "India, which has one of the highest tariffs, has offered us a deal with no tariffs. This marks a significant change," Trump declared.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, addressing reporters on the sidelines of an event, cautioned that trade negotiations are intricate. "These are complicated negotiations, and nothing is decided until everything is. Any trade deal must be mutually beneficial," he emphasized.
Officials are aiming to finalize this phase of negotiations by September-October, with a longer-term goal to double bilateral trade to USD 500 billion by 2030. "We are committed to enhancing trade with the U.S. The Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) will further strengthen this relationship," an official stated.
Key topics in the upcoming discussions will include market access, rules of origin, and non-tariff barriers. The negotiators hope to capitalize on a 90-day tariff pause window to push the talks forward. The U.S. suspended additional 26 percent tariffs on India until July 9, while maintaining baseline tariffs of 10 percent.
Previously, India's Chief Negotiator Rajesh Agrawal held three-day discussions in Washington with Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for South and Central Asia Brendan Lynch. Prior to this, Goyal met with Greer and Lutnick for bilateral talks in March.
As the U.S. continues to be India's largest trading partner&mdash;with bilateral trade reaching USD 131.84 billion in 2024-25&mdash;these negotiations are crucial. The U.S. constitutes around 18 percent of India's goods exports and 6.22 percent of imports, underscoring the importance of this evolving trade relationship.

KPCC President Sunny Joseph criticizes the renaming of Nehru Yuva Kendra, seeing it as erasing Nehru's contributions.

Kerala Congress Criticizes Nehru Yuva Kendra Renaming

KPCC President Sunny Joseph criticizes the central government's decision to rename Nehru Yuva Kendra, viewing it as part of an agenda to erase the legacy of India's first PM, Jawaharlal Nehru. This move has sparked significant political debate.

KPCC President Sunny Joseph criticizes the renaming of Nehru Yuva Kendra, viewing it as erasing Nehru's legacy.

Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President Sunny Joseph, MLA, has sharply criticized the central government's decision to rename the 'Nehru Yuva Kendra' as 'Mera Yuva Bharat.' In a statement released on Thursday, Joseph condemned the move, calling it part of the Sangh Parivar&rsquo;s broader agenda to establish a religious state. Joseph highlighted the recent naming of a skill development center in Palakkad, governed by the BJP, after RSS founder Hedgewar, suggesting it aligns with the same ideological thrust.
He argued that any effort to erase the legacy of the nation's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, is a dangerous step towards fascism. "Attempts are being made to undermine Nehru's ideals and contributions to the nation. Regardless of how history is edited or names changed, Nehru's pivotal role as a nation-builder cannot be erased," Joseph asserted. Adding his voice to the opposition, CPI(M) MP A A Rahim wrote to Union Minister for Youth Affairs, Mansukh Mandaviya, expressing his strong objection to the renaming decision.
Rahim underscored the significant role of the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), established in 1972, in organizing rural youth for nation-building, leadership development, and community engagement. Rahim criticized the rebranding as a continuation of the government's renaming spree and suggested that it ignores the NYKS's historical importance. He urged the Ministry to reconsider its decision and retain the original name to honor the institution&rsquo;s legacy and values.
The renaming of Nehru Yuva Kendra has sparked widespread debate, with critics viewing it as an attempt to marginalize Nehru's legacy in India's history.

Vande Bharat Express between Howrah and Puri to increase from 16 to 20 coaches starting May to meet rising passenger demand.

Vande Bharat Express Adds More Coaches from May

To meet rising demand, the Vande Bharat Express between Howrah and Puri adds four more coaches from May 16, expanding to 20 coaches.

To handle rising demand, the Vande Bharat Express between Howrah and Puri is growing from 16 to 20 coaches, adding four AC chair cars from May 16.

The East Coast Railway on Thursday said it has decided to add four coaches to the Vande Bharat Express between Howrah and Puri, owing to high demand for tickets by passengers.
The expansion of coaches from 16 to 20 will take effect from May 16, an official release said.
Four AC chair car coaches will be added, aimed at accommodating the growing number of passengers travelling on this semi-high-speed service, it said.
The decision was taken after a thorough review of passenger patronisation and travel demand, the release said.
The enhanced capacity is expected to improve travel convenience, reduce waitlists and further popularise the premium train service, it added.

The Delhi government gears up for the monsoon season with proactive flood measures along the Yamuna River, deploying boats and hiring divers, a Rs 3.86 crore initiative, ensuring safety and readiness.

Delhi Preps for Monsoon Floods with Boats 

In anticipation of monsoon challenges, Delhi's proactive measures include deploying boats and hiring divers for effective flood response along the Yamuna River. The Rs 3.86 crore project aims to enhance safety and readiness.

Delhi government plans proactive measures against monsoon flooding by deploying boats and divers, costing Rs 3.86 crore, to enhance rescue operations and resident protection along the Yamuna River.

The Delhi government is planning to hire boats and divers to be deployed along the Yamuna to shore up relief and rescue works in case of flooding during the monsoon season, officials said on Thursday.
The Irrigation and Flood Control department, which has begun its preliminary preparations for the monsoon, has 40 boats that are put to use for rescue works and to send relief materials to those affected.
The department has plans to deploy 20-inch and 25-inch-long aluminium boats for rescue operations if required, an official said.
Hiring divers, motorboats, boatmen, and machines is estimated to cost around Rs 3.86 crore, the official said Another officer said, "Preparing for flood season requires coordination with multiple agencies, prepping up control rooms and emergency numbers. The flood control order will be released by June 1 and meetings are underway so that there is no delay." Delhi battled one of its worst flood-like situations in 2023 with several areas inundated because of heavy rain and more than 25,000 people evacuated.

A tiger attacked and killed a rubber worker in Kalikavu, sparking protests over alleged negligence by forest officials. Authorities assured compensation and initiated efforts to capture the tiger while addressing community safety concerns.

Tiger Attack Sparks Outrage in Kalikavu

A fatal tiger attack on a Kalikavu worker incited protests and demands for action. The government responded with enhanced compensation and initiated a probe into forest officials' negligence, while efforts to capture the tiger intensify.

A tiger killed a rubber-tapping worker in Kalikavu, sparking local protests over alleged negligence by forest officials. Authorities promised compensation and job for the family while launching a probe and efforts to capture the tiger.

A 45-year-old rubber-tapping worker was killed by a tiger in the wee hours of Thursday when he was on his way to work near Kalikavu here, police said.
The death led to protests in the area and the government announced an enhanced compensation to the victim's family.
A forest department official said that besides the Rs 10 lakh compensation provided for loss of life in wild animal attacks, an additional Rs 4 lakh would be provided to the victim's next of kin and someone from his family would also be given a job.
State Forest Minister A K Saseendran said that the Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF) has been directed to investigate whether there were any lapses on the part of forest officials as claimed by the locals and submit a report.
Earlier in the day, police said, the tiger attacked the victim, Gafoor, and dragged him away according to another taping worker who was accompanying the victim.
A forest official confirmed that it was a tiger which attacked the tapping worker and that he was dragged away around 200 meters into the forest by the big cat.
The official also confirmed that there were bite marks on various parts of the victim's body.
Following the incident, local residents gathered in the area in large numbers and obstructed the removal of the body, alleging lapses on the part of the forest department in preventing the incident.
They told TV channels that the forest officials had been informed about the presence of the tiger in the area several months back when domestic and pet animals were being taken away by it.
"However, no action was taken. Even, they did not set up a cage to catch the tiger," the residents claimed and demanded that the feline be shot dead.
Gafoor's body was later allowed to be removed for postmortem after forest and district authorities assured the locals that steps would be taken to address the issue of wild animal attacks and requisite financial assistance would be provided to the victim's family, a forest official said.
Later in the day, Saseendran said the people's reaction in such a situation was understandable.
He said that all help would be provided to the family including for funeral arrangements and steps were being taken to capture the tiger.
The minister admitted that a few months ago there were reports of tiger presence in the area and forest officials had carried out an extensive search for the feline, but nothing was found.
"Subsequently, in the absence of the tiger, the forest officials' vigilance might have reduced a bit. Now we are taking all steps, including setting up cages and deploying kumki elephants (trained captive tuskers), to catch the tiger," he said.
The minister also said that he has spoken to the police, forest and other officials in the area and directed them to take preventive steps to ensure such incidents do not recur.
Meanwhile, Congress party in a statement said that Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra spoke to the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) of the area regarding the incident and asked him to take steps to allay the fear of the people.
After the incident, Congress MLA A P Anilkumar visited the area and alleged that he had informed the DFO of the area and also Saseendran about the presence of the tiger in the area when the budget session was going on.
"There has been a serious lapse on the part of the forest officials in this case as they knew about the presence of the tiger in the area more than two months ago," he said.
Following the local's protest, a senior forest official told reporters that two teams with tranquilisers had started from Wayanad and Palakkad along with 'kumki' elephants to dart and catch the tiger.
"We need everyone's cooperation in the matter," he said to the local residents protesting against the incident.

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Congress as well as Women rights activists on Wednesday criticised Uttarakhand chief minister Tirath Singh Rawat for saying ‘wearing ripped jeans...

Uttarakhand CM Tirath Singh Rawat faces flak for ‘ripped’ jeans statement

Congress as well as Women rights activists on Wednesday criticised Uttarakhand chief minister Tirath Singh Rawat for saying &lsquo;wearing ripped jeans is not Indian culture but aping of the West&rsquo;. Condemning the &lsquo;race towards westernisation&rsquo;, Rawat said &lsquo;ripped jeans pave the way for societal breakdown and is a bad example parents set for children&rsquo;. Women&rsquo;s rights activists have said nobody has the right to speak about one&rsquo;s attire and that it is just a sign of patriarchal mindset.

Uttarakhand CM faces flak for ‘ripped’ jeans statement

Uttarakhand&nbsp;CM&nbsp;Rawat&nbsp;remarked on women wearing ripped jeans
Rawat: women who wear ripped jeans are setting 'Bad Example'
CM Tirath&nbsp;Rawat&nbsp;was speaking at an anti-substance abuse workshop
Women&rsquo;s rights activists: His remark is a sign of patriarchal mindset

Congress as well as Women rights activists on Wednesday criticised Uttarakhand chief minister <a href="https://www.editorji.com/topic/tirath-singh-rawat-1599158864498911" target="_blank" >Tirath Singh Rawat</a> for saying &lsquo;wearing ripped jeans is not Indian culture but aping of the West&rsquo;.
Condemning the &lsquo;race towards westernisation&rsquo;, Rawat said &lsquo;ripped jeans pave the way for societal breakdown and is a bad example parents set for children&rsquo;.
Women&rsquo;s rights activists have said nobody has the right to speak about one&rsquo;s attire and that it is just a sign of patriarchal mindset.
Also Read | <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/change-your-mentality-navya-nanda-on-uttarakhand-cm-s-ripped-jeans-remark-1616042400158" target="_blank" >Change your mentality: Navya Nanda on Uttarakhand CM&rsquo;s 'ripped jeans' remark</a>

Punjab's CM Bhagwant Singh Mann promotes DSR to conserve groundwater and boost incomes, setting a five lakh acre target for 2025.

DSR Initiative of Punjab: Saving Groundwater 

Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann introduces the Direct Sowing of Rice technique in Punjab, aiming to conserve groundwater and boost farmer incomes. The initiative targets five lakh acres, offering Rs. 1,500 per acre financial aid. Participating farmers can register online in 2025.

Punjab, under CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, launches Direct Sowing of Rice to conserve groundwater, enhance agriculture sustainably, and improve farmers' incomes.

In a step further aimed at saving 15-20% precious groundwater of the state, the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday started the Direct Sowing of Rice (DSR) which will act as a catalyst for checking the further depletion of groundwater besides supplementing the income of farmers in a big way.&nbsp;
In a statement issued here today, the Chief Minister said that after assuming the charge of his office his government has taken several path breaking initiatives to safeguard the interests of the farmers. He said that as a part of this endeavor only the state government has encouraged DSR technique of paddy cultivation as a part of which sowing under the scheme has been started from today (Thursday). Bhagwant Singh Mann said that his Government has set a target of bringing five lakh acres of land under DSR technique during this Kharif season.
Urging the farmers to make maximum use of this scheme, the Chief Minister said that this initiative is aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture on one hand and conserving the groundwater on the other. Bhagwant Singh Mann further said that it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction for him that the state government is giving financial assistance worth Rs. 1,500 per acre to the farmers adopting DSR. He said that the state government has also kept a budgetary allocation of Rs. 40 crore for this purpose in the financial year 2025-26 adding that the farmers interested in it can register for the DSR scheme at online portal agrimachinerypb.com from May 10 to June 30, 2025.
The Chief Minister said that this scheme will save 15-20% of the groundwater in the state besides saving the additional expenses on agriculture. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the DSR technique is a big boon for the state as it will help in checking the depleting groundwater levels besides reducing labour costs of approximately Rs. 3,500 per acre. He said that the farmers should come forward and adopt this scheme and discharge their duty towards their motherland in a befitting manner.
The Chief Minister said that the state government has always been sensitive towards steering the farmers out of the prevailing agrarian crisis and for saving the precious groundwater of the state. He said that the state had played a key role to make the country self-reliant in food that too at the cost of overexploitation of the only available natural resources of the state in terms of soil and water. However, Bhagwant Singh Mann bemoaned that agriculture today was no longer a profitable venture as the farmers were facing acute agrarian crisis due to ever escalating farm inputs and non remunerative Minimum Support Price (MSP).

In response to rising tensions, UP government expands civil defence across all 75 districts to enhance emergency preparedness and citizen safety.

Uttar Pradesh to expand civil defence system to all 75 districts

In response to rising tensions, UP government expands civil defence across all 75 districts to enhance emergency preparedness and citizen safety.

In light of the recent tensions between India and Pakistan, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to strengthen the state&rsquo;s internal security apparatus, officials said on Thursday.
Acting on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath&rsquo;s directive, the civil defence system &ndash; currently operational in 15 districts &ndash; will now be established across all the 75 districts in the state, an official statement said.
The expansion aims to enhance preparedness, ensure swift emergency response, and build a more resilient security framework across Uttar Pradesh, it said.
The primary objective is to safeguard citizens during emergencies and ensure efficient relief operations at times of crisis, the statement said.
Under this policy, volunteers will be equipped with skills in disaster management, first-aid, and relief operations, enabling them to play a crucial role during emergencies, it said.
According to a detailed action plan to support this initiative, officials have been directed to arrange necessary resources and establish training centres for civil defence in each district.
Public awareness campaigns will also be conducted to actively involve the citizens in the system, the statement said.

On National Dengue Day, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath emphasizes hygiene and a cautious lifestyle to prevent dengue and promote public awareness.

National Dengue Day: UP CM Adityanath highlights need for 'cautious lifestyle'

On National Dengue Day, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath emphasizes hygiene and a cautious lifestyle to prevent dengue and promote public awareness.

On the occasion of National Dengue Day, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday called on people to adopt a "cautious lifestyle".
In a post on X, the chief minister focused on the importance of hygiene when it came to combating the disease.
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Punjab launches a subsidy for upgrading paddy straw boilers, boosting industry and reducing stubble burning, fostering environmental care.

Punjab Subsidy for Paddy Straw-Based Boilers

Punjab's subsidy for paddy straw boilers aims to support industrial growth, enhance farmers' income, and reduce environmental issues like stubble burning.

Punjab introduces subsidies for paddy straw boilers, aiding industrial growth and environmental conservation by curbing stubble burning.

In a landmark decision, the Punjab Government under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has amended the Industrial and Business Development Policy 2022 to introduce a capital subsidy scheme for the installation of paddy straw-based boilers. This progressive move aims to increase farmers' income, promote effective stubble management, protect the environment, and provide significant benefits to the state&rsquo;s industrial sector.
Addressing a press conference at Punjab Bhawan, Industry Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond announced that the decision to provide capital subsidy for paddy straw as fuel in industrial boilers was taken during the Cabinet meeting held on February 13, 2025. The official notification was issued on February 20, 2025, followed by detailed subsidy guidelines on April 23, 2025.
The Minister informed that existing industrial units currently using coal, oil or other biomass fuels will be eligible for a capital subsidy if they install new paddy straw-based boilers. The capital subsidy will be Rs. 1 crore per 8 TPH (tonnes per hour) boiler or 33% of the actual expenditure, whichever is less, with a maximum limit of Rs. 5 crore per unit.
For existing units upgrading their boilers to use paddy straw, a subsidy of Rs. 50 lakh per 8 TPH boiler or 33% of the actual expenditure (whichever is lower) will be provided, subject to a cap of Rs. 2.5 crore per unit. Higher capacity boilers will be reimbursed proportionate subsidy support.
According to department estimates, 500 to 600 industrial units in Punjab are expected to benefit from this scheme, with Ludhiana-based industries, which are heavily boiler-reliant, likely to see the greatest advantage. The Punjab Government has earmarked a budget of Rs. 60 crore for this scheme.
Additionally, the Minister highlighted existing incentives such as 100% stamp duty exemption for land purchased for paddy straw storage and handling, along with 100% net State GST reimbursement (capped at 75% of total investment) for seven years.
He emphasized that the objective of this policy is to encourage industrial development while ensuring environmental protection. The new scheme will help reduce air pollution caused by stubble burning and promote sustainable use of paddy straw as a fuel source, benefiting the environment, farmers, and industries alike.
Minister Sond stated that stubble burning has long been a serious environmental challenge in Punjab, and the state government has undertaken several measures to address it. Promoting industrial use of paddy straw offers a long-term, sustainable solution to this issue.
To avail of this scheme, industries must submit Consent to Establish certificate issued by the Punjab Pollution Control Board after February 20, 2025. It is important to note that currently, the scheme is limited to existing industrial units and does not cover new establishments.
The scheme will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. The Minister urged all eligible industries to apply promptly to the Department of Industries to benefit from this initiative. As per the policy, subsidized boilers must operate using paddy straw for at least five years; otherwise, the subsidy will be subject to recovery.

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