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‘Delhi vs Lucknow’: Akhilesh’s cryptic take on Yogi’s ‘suar’ remarks over CPCB’s Prayagraj water report | Latest News India

‘Delhi vs Lucknow’: Akhilesh’s cryptic take on Yogi’s ‘suar’ remarks over CPCB’s Prayagraj water report | Latest News India

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Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav hit out at Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath, accusing him of insulting the people searching for their missing loved ones after the Maha Kumbh stampede by calling them “vultures”. Samajwadi Party MP Akhilesh Yadav criticised Yogi Adityanath for his “vulture” remark in the state assembly and claimed that it was insulting to people searching for their loved ones after the Maha Kumbh stampede(PTI) Akhilesh Yadav also took a swipe on UP CM Yogi Adityanath for questioning the report on Prayagraj waters by Centre’s pollution body, saying that it seems like a fight between “Delhi and Lucknow”. Akhilesh Yadav was referring to CM Yogi Adityanath’s remark in the state assembly where he said, “vultures got dead bodies, pigs got dirt, devotees got God” referring to the Maha Kumbh Mela. Akhilesh Yadav addressed reporters in Kannauj saying, “Even now, many people are searching for their loved ones — brothers, children and parents (lost in Maha Kumbh stampede last month). Some are still missing. Is the chief minister calling these grieving families …

Kumbh stampede inquiry commission will now also look into loss of life and property, U.P. government tells Allahabad HC

Kumbh stampede inquiry commission will now also look into loss of life and property, U.P. government tells Allahabad HC

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Sanitation workers take part in a cleanliness drive during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, in Prayagraj on Feb. 24, 2025. | Photo Credit: PTI The Uttar Pradesh government which formed a judicial inquiry commission to ascertain the factors and circumstances that led to the stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on January 29 told the Allahabad High Court on Monday (February 24, 2025) that it has expanded the scope of the commission to inquire into loss of lives and property in the stampede. Over 30 people died in the stampede on January 29. The State government constituted the three-member commission under the chairmanship of Justice Harsh Kumar, a former judge of the Allahabad High Court. Besides the task of ascertaining what led to the stampede, the commission was also asked to give suggestions to prevent recurrence of such incidents in future. The State made the submissions before the bench of Chief Justice Arun Bhansali and Justice Kshitij Shailendra. The bench, while hearing a PIL pertaining to the Kumbh stampede, moved by Advocate Suresh …

All Prayagraj special trains to depart from Platform 16, key advisory issued for passengers – India TV

All Prayagraj special trains to depart from Platform 16, key advisory issued for passengers – India TV

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Image Source : PTI Heavy rush of passengers to catch a train for Mahakumbh, at the New Delhi railway station Delhi stampede: A day after the tragic incident of stampede at New Delhi railway station, Northern Railway enforced a number of measures to avoid any such untoward incident in the days to come. At least 18 people were killed in the overnight stampede at the packed New Delhi Railway Station, with a senior railway official saying that the incident occurred after some passengers slipped and fell on others while coming down from a foot-over bridge. Key advisory for passengers It has been decided that all special trains heading towards Prayagraj will depart from platform number 16.   All passengers traveling to Prayagraj must enter and exit through the Ajmeri Gate side of New Delhi Railway Station.   Regular trains will continue to operate from their designated platforms as usual. This measure aims to prevent overcrowding at a single platform during peak hours. Indian Railways appeals to the public to avoid falling prey to rumors, as …

What Railways Said On Stampede At Delhi Station That Killed 18 Passengers

What Railways Said On Stampede At Delhi Station That Killed 18 Passengers

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New Delhi: Millions of devotees from across India have been visiting the ongoing Maha Kumbh mela in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj – one that is held every 12 years – causing a huge rush in trains and traffic on roads. A wave of stampede-like incidents and angry passengers breaking train windows as they were unable to board the train to Maha Kumbh amid the rush have come to light recently. Last night, at least 18 people, including 11 women and five children, died after a huge crowd of passengers caused by two delayed trains and a special Express train to Maha Kumbh led to a stampede at the New Delhi Railway station. While eyewitnesses claimed that the stampede took place after a rumour spread among people that the Prayagraj Express was going to arrive on a different platform, the Railway authorities have repeatedly denied it. Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay, CPRO Northern Railway said that there was already a huge rush on the station’s platform when a passenger slipped on the nearby stairs, leading to the deadly stampede. …

Delhi Railway station stampede LIVE: 15 dead, over dozen injured; Railway orders high-level inquiry

Delhi Railway station stampede LIVE: 15 dead, over dozen injured; Railway orders high-level inquiry

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At least 15 people were killed and more than a dozen injured in a stampede that broke out late Saturday (February 15, 2025) night at the New Delhi Railway Station, officials said. Eleven others were injured, according to the Chief Casualty Medical Officer, LNJP Hospital.  Also Read | Kins of deceased and injured distraught after a massive stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station Speaking to The Hindu, Delhi Fire Services chief Atul Garg said the cause of the stampede was unclear, but initial reports suggested that the cancellation of two trains to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh led to crowding and chaos on two platforms.  Also Read | Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw concedes deaths in stampede, expresses grief Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X and said, “Distressed by the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured have a speedy recovery. The authorities are assisting all those who have been affected by this stampede.”  Follow for more updates: …

New Traffic Rules In Prayagraj Ahead Of Next Big Day At Maha Kumbh

New Traffic Rules In Prayagraj Ahead Of Next Big Day At Maha Kumbh

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New Delhi: Prayagraj authorities have issued new restrictions ahead of the next big day at the Maha Kumbh. As the city expects crores of devotees to take a dip on the occasion of Maghi Purnima – the fifth of the six sacred days for the ‘snan’ – cops have clamped down on traffic movement in the city. The restrictions follow a stampede that killed at least 30 pilgrims during the early hours of January 29. The fair area has been declared a no-vehicle zone since 4 am on Tuesday amid efforts to reduce crowding. This will be extended to the entire city from 5 pm onwards. Different parking zones have been designated for different routes, where the devotees coming from outside the city must park their vehicles. The traffic arrangement will remain in force until devotees smoothly exit the fair area tomorrow. Essential and emergency services have been exempted from the restrictions. The restrictions will also apply to the vehicles of Kalpvasis, who live by the Sangam for a fixed period. On Monday night, during …

In Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi’s New Caste Census Pitch Backs AI Use, His OBC Remarks Draw BJP Ire

In Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi’s New Caste Census Pitch Backs AI Use, His OBC Remarks Draw BJP Ire

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Last Updated:February 03, 2025, 15:31 IST Rahul Gandhi stoked a controversy during his address in the Lok Sabha, where he blamed the government for not bestowing any power with Dalits and OBCs. He also advocated the use of AI in caste census. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi speaking in Lok Sabha. (Sansad TV) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi raised his caste census pitch again in the Lok Sabha during his reply to the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address, saying that not a single corporate was owned by a Dalit or an OBC. His remarks drew the ire of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), who countered him by saying that Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself belonged to the OBC category. During his address in the Parliament, Rahul Gandhi said, “We have done a caste census in Telangana and what we have found is shocking. Almost 90% of Telangana is either Dalit, Adivasi, or OBC. I am convinced that is the story across the country. I am convinced that the OBC population is not less than 50%, …

Parliament Budget Session Live Updates: Debate On Motion Of Thanks To President’s Address Begins In Lok Sabha

Parliament Budget Session Live Updates: Debate On Motion Of Thanks To President’s Address Begins In Lok Sabha

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Budget Session of Parliament Day 3 Live Updates: The Parliament Budget Session began on January 31 and will continue in two parts, with the first part concluding on February 13. The second part will begin on March 10 and go on till April 4. Union Budget 2025 was presented in the Lok Sabha on February 1. On the third day of the Budget Session on Monday, a Motion of Thanks on the President’s address will be taken up by Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, both of which are expected to heated debates as the Opposition has demanded a discussion on the Maha Kumbh stampede tragedy that killed several people. Moreover, the joint parliamentary committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill will table its report in Lok Sabha today, which can be another flashpoint between the government and the Opposition as the latter alleged that their dissent notes were removed without their approval. Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi is also expected to address during the Motion of Thanks on the presidential address this week in …

At Maha Kumbh, Adityanath praises saints for acting responsibly post-stampede; hits out at Sanatan Dharma opponents

At Maha Kumbh, Adityanath praises saints for acting responsibly post-stampede; hits out at Sanatan Dharma opponents

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U.P. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath with Jagadguru Ramanandacharya Swami Rambhadracharya, Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of Juna Akhara Swami Avdheshanand Giri Ji Maharaj attends Patta Abhishek ceremony of Mahant Gopaldas Ji Maharaja during Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, in Prayagraj, on February 1, 2025. | Photo Credit: PTI In his first visit to the Maha Kumbh after the January 29 stampede, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Saturday praised the saints for “acting with such restraint” that day as he took a veiled potshot at political opponents, saying they tried to besmirch the glory of the mega event so that it “becomes a matter of great global embarrassment”. He said this soon after conducting an aerial survey of pilgrim management measures at the Maha Kumbh venue ahead of the February 3 Basant Panchami Amrit snan. Also read | At the Kumbh Mela, faith and fatalities After landing in Prayagraj, he directly headed to Sangam Nose, the site of the stampede, to inspect it. He was briefed by Mela Officer Vijay Kiran Anand and DIG Vaibhav Krishna about the incident. …

Yogi Adityanath Meets Injured In Hospital

Yogi Adityanath Meets Injured In Hospital

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30 people were killed and 60 others were injured. Prayagraj: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday met the victims of the Maha Kumbh stampede at a hospital here. He inquired about their well-being from the doctors and directed the medical staff to provide them with the best possible care, an official statement said. Thirty people were killed and 60 others were injured during a stampede in the Maha Kumbh early January 29. “The state government is concerned about all the devotees. There will be no shortage in their treatment and comfort,” Yogi Adityanath was quoted as saying in the statement. Yogi Adityanath also directed the hospital administration to ensure the safe return of the injured to their home towns. Before Yogi Adityanath’s visit, the Uttar Pradesh chief secretary and DGP visited the hospital on Thursday. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.) Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong …