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Why cow is at centre of debate ahead of assembly polls| India News

Why cow is at centre of debate ahead of assembly polls| India News

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An exhibition titled “Dastavez 2 – The Fragrance of Yesterday” was held this month in Lucknow. It showcased bureaucrat Suboor Usmani’s private collection of news magazines, such as Time, Newsweek, Life, India Today, Outlook, Frontline, chronicling defining moments in India and abroad since 1925. The cover stories of the magazines showcased included the ones on Iran, its assassinated Ayatollah Khomeini, and cow protection in India. Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati staged a protest in Lucknow for the cow protection. (HT PHOTO) Some issues live on with the US-Israel war on Iran and the regional war it sparked, dominating the headlines and eclipsing the assembly elections in five Indian states. In Uttar Pradesh, the cow is again at the centre of a debate ahead of the assembly polls due next year. Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, Shankaracharya of Jyotish Peeth, has demanded that the “mother cow” be declared a national animal and that a nationwide ban on bovine slaughter be imposed. After staging a protest in Lucknow, the Shankaracharya, who was booked last month for allegedly sexually abusing two boys, plans …

UP govt to honour contributors to cow protection; CM Yogi Adityanath orders fodder banks in all shelters| India News

UP govt to honour contributors to cow protection; CM Yogi Adityanath orders fodder banks in all shelters| India News

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Chief minister Yogi Adityanath has announced that the Uttar Pradesh government will honour individuals who have made outstanding contributions toward making cow protection and cow shelters self-reliant, according to an official statement. Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath feeds jaggery and rotis to the cows at the goshala within the premises of Adi Shakti Maa Pateshwari Devi Shakti Peeth at Tulsipur, in Balrampur on Thursday. (@myogiadityanath X/ANI Photo) Chairing a review meeting of the Uttar Pradesh Go-Seva Aayog on Saturday, the chief minister directed the establishment of a ‘Fodder Bank’ in every shelter. He instructed officials to ensure the availability of green fodder through coordination with local farmers and connecting those practicing natural farming with these shelters. “Go-Seva is an integral part of India’s cultural heritage and those dedicated to this cause deserve public recognition,” Adityanath said. Also Read: Protests erupt in Mathura after cow vigilante Farsa Baba run over by truck; supporters allege murder, block highway The chief minister ordered installation of CCTVs in all cow shelters for continuous monitoring, suggesting the use of …

Who was Farsa Baba? Cow vigilante whose death on highway triggered protests in UP’s Mathura| India News

Who was Farsa Baba? Cow vigilante whose death on highway triggered protests in UP’s Mathura| India News

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In the wee hours of the Saturday morning, Chandrashekhar, also known as ‘Farsa Baba’ or ‘Farse Wale Baba’, was run over by a truck on the Agra-Delhi highway near Mathura. As per the district administration and the police, Farsa Baba and his disciple were “checking” a container truck on the highway on suspicion that it was carrying cows. Amid limited visibility in the morning fog, another truck ran over Baba, and he died soon after. Chandrashekhar Baba, also known as Farsa Baba, was killed in a road accident in Mathura. (X/@deepaksharmazad) The locals became angry over the death, alleging that “cow smugglers” ran over the self-styled godman and cow vigilante, and demanded a swift polive action. Police, however, said that another truck rammed into Baba and his disciple, who were on a motor bike, due to low visibility caused by dense fog on the highway. The supporters, in protest, blocked the highway and also vandalised the police vans. Shailesh Kumar Pandey, deputy inspector general of police, Agra range, speaking to reporters, said, “The situation is …

Allahabad HC asks Bahraich SP to explain ‘inconsistencies’ in FIR in cow slaughter case

Allahabad HC asks Bahraich SP to explain ‘inconsistencies’ in FIR in cow slaughter case

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Lucknow, The Allahabad High Court has asked the Superintendent of Police of Bahraich district to explain the “inconsistencies” in an FIR in a cow slaughter case, saying time has come for courts to now step in and put a check to the “fanciful and highly exaggerated” FIRs registered by authorities. Allahabad HC asks Bahraich SP to explain ‘inconsistencies’ in FIR in cow slaughter case Protecting the petitioner from arrest, the Lucknow bench of justices Abdul Moin and PK Srivastava said that if the SP did not file his personal affidavit, he would have to appear in the court along with the entire records of the case. The bench has fixed March 16 as the next date of hearing in the matter. It passed the order on February 16 on a writ petition filed by Akbar Ali, who had challenged the FIR registered with Jarwal Road police station in Bahraich on January 22. On a tip-off, a police party had arrested three persons on allegations of cow slaughter and attempt to murder. While three were nabbed …

India’s first ‘cow culture museum’ to come up in UP’s Mathura, says govt body| India News

India’s first ‘cow culture museum’ to come up in UP’s Mathura, says govt body| India News

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India’s first cow culture museum will be set up in Mathura, an Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad announced on Sunday, adding that facility will come up on the campus of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Veterinary Science University in Mathura. Museum will display approximately 100 digital and physical models of cattle. This will include all major cattle breeds found in India. (Representative image/Unplash) The announcement was made after a meeting of district and Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad officials held in Mathura on Saturday. The Parishad was set up to preserve the heritage of the Braj region. Also read | Opinion: Why India must now bet big on animal vaccines In a statement on Sunday, the Parishad said that the museum will convey the religious, cultural, and spiritual significance of the cow, as well as its scientific utility to the general public. During the meeting, Agra divisional commissioner Nagendra Pratap said the unique amalgamation of tradition and science will foster a holistic understanding of cow conservation, the statement added. Pratap said the museum will display approximately 100 …

Bovine Intervention: India Bets On Super Cows Karan Fries & Vrindavani To Bring Dairy Deluge | India News

Bovine Intervention: India Bets On Super Cows Karan Fries & Vrindavani To Bring Dairy Deluge | India News

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Last Updated:January 15, 2026, 04:14 IST The government has registered the two high-yielding synthetic cattle breeds capable of producing over 3,000 kg of milk during a 10-month lactation period The registration of these synthetic breeds is the culmination of decades of rigorous scientific research and stabilised breeding. (Representational image/AI-generated) In a major boost to national dairy productivity, the Indian government has officially registered two high-yielding synthetic cattle breeds, Karan Fries and Vrindavani, which are capable of producing more than 3,000 kg of milk during a standard 10-month lactation period. This output significantly outpaces that of indigenous breeds, which typically yield between 1,000 and 2,000 kg. On Wednesday, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan presented the registration certificates for these breeds along with 14 other new livestock and poultry varieties, bringing the country’s total number of registered breeds to 246. The registration of these synthetic breeds is the culmination of decades of rigorous scientific research and stabilised breeding. Karan Fries, developed by the National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) in Karnal, Haryana, is a cross between the …

Sonu Sood donates Rs 22 lakh to cow shelter in Gujarat

Sonu Sood donates Rs 22 lakh to cow shelter in Gujarat

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Actor Sonu Sood extended Rs 22 lakh in support to a cow shelter in Varahi, Gujarat, which is home to nearly 7000 cows. The shelter provides care, protection and dignity to abandoned, injured, and rescued animals, operating at a scale that requires constant resources and sustained support, according to a press release. “When I see their journey, which started with just a few cows and has now reached seven thousand, it`s a matter of great pride, not only for us but for every person in every village,” Sood said in a statement. They ask for nothing, only care.Standing with our cows and cow shelter homes.जय गौ माँ 🙏 pic.twitter.com/NHg0ZnXd5z — sonu sood (@SonuSood) January 11, 2026 “The love I received made me feel very good and very proud. I will keep coming here. The way cow protection is done in such an amazing way here should be implemented throughout India.” His words reinforce his belief in scalable, humane solutions and underline his continued dedication to causes rooted in empathy and responsibility,” he added. The actor …

Close Call For UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya: Car Crash With Cow Spotlights Stray Animal Menace | India News

Close Call For UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya: Car Crash With Cow Spotlights Stray Animal Menace | India News

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Last Updated:January 11, 2026, 06:58 IST According to witnesses and security personnel, a stray cow suddenly emerged from the darkness and wandered onto the high-speed bypass road, directly into the path of Maurya’s SUV Maurya, who was seated in the rear of the vehicle, was reported to be completely unhurt. File pic/PTI Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya had a narrow escape on Saturday, when his vehicle collided with a stray cow in Bareilly. The incident occurred on the Pilibhit Bypass Road near the Bajrang Dhaba, a well-known roadside eatery, while the deputy chief minister’s convoy was en route to the Bareilly airport following a series of official and personal engagements in the district. The accident took place at approximately 8.30 pm under the jurisdiction of the Baradari police station. According to witnesses and security personnel, a stray cow suddenly emerged from the darkness and wandered onto the high-speed bypass road, directly into the path of Maurya’s SUV. Although the driver attempted to brake sharply to avoid a full-on impact, the vehicle struck …

Bullish On Cow Science, MP Govt Spent Rs 3.5 Cr On Research: Now Probe Flags ‘Inflated Costs’ | India News

Bullish On Cow Science, MP Govt Spent Rs 3.5 Cr On Research: Now Probe Flags ‘Inflated Costs’ | India News

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Last Updated:January 11, 2026, 06:20 IST The project, based at the Nanaji Deshmukh Veterinary Science University in Jabalpur, is currently being scrutinised by district authorities Beyond the cost of bovine products, the inquiry flagged several “non-essential” expenditures that were not included in the original sanctioned estimate. These include the purchase of a luxury vehicle worth Rs 7.5 lakh, alongside further spending of Rs 7.5 lakh on fuel and maintenance. (Representational image/AP) A Madhya Pradesh government-funded research initiative, which aimed to develop cancer treatments using traditional cow-based preparations, has become embroiled in a major controversy following allegations of financial irregularities. The project, based at the Nanaji Deshmukh Veterinary Science University in Jabalpur, is currently being scrutinised by district authorities for spending nearly Rs 2 crore on basic materials such as cow dung and urine—costs that investigators claim are “substantially inflated” compared to prevailing market rates. The “Panchagavya” project was launched in 2011 with an initial government sanction of Rs 3.5 crore. Its primary objective was to scientifically validate the medicinal properties of a traditional mixture comprising …

In the name of the cow | Maharashtra’s cow vigilantes fuel fear among meat traders, cattle rearers

In the name of the cow | Maharashtra’s cow vigilantes fuel fear among meat traders, cattle rearers

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A Godrej almirah stands in the corner of a 10×10 square-foot room in a Mumbai chawl. Wedged into its edges are two photographs: a fading passport-size picture of a man and one of a newly-wedded couple, keepsakes of a life interrupted. Rafiq Mehboob Tamboli, 35 year old in 2021, sold kaanda-batata (onions and potatoes) from a cart, and would occasionally drive a tempo for a meat dealer. On June 4, 2021, Rafiq left home at 10:30 a.m. to make a delivery in Pune, about 150 km away. He was to return at dawn the following day. It has been over four years since that day. His wife, Reshma, 33, and their two children, now 13 and 11, still hope he will return. “That night at 9.30, he said he’d started back for Mumbai,” Reshma says, recalling her last call with him. She turns to the photos: “They are wearing out.” Imran Sheikh Abdul Gafar, the cleaner who was with Rafiq, still remembers the night clearly. A white car began tailing their tempo near Shivachi Aai Mandir (on the …