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UP minister Rajbhar's son booked over Mau railway station chaos

UP minister Rajbhar's son booked over Mau railway station chaos

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Suheldev Bhartiya Samaj Party leader Arvind Rajbhar and his supporters have been booked for allegedly disrupting operations at the Mau Railway Station after Ghosi MP Rajeev Rai raised the issue.

UP Government Provides Assistance To Grieving Family

UP Government Provides Assistance To Grieving Family

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government has provided financial assistance and other support to the family of a 15-year-old girl found dead in the Ganga river in Ghazipur. A cheque of Rs 5 lakh was handed over, along with assurances of housing and land for agriculture.

Rajbhar's aide quits party with several others, levels serious allegations

Rajbhar's aide quits party with several others, levels serious allegations

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

He claimed SBSP president Om Prakash Rajbhar has deviated from the party mission of working for the poor and deprived, and his only agenda is to collect money.

Rajbhar's gaffe: When Chandrayaan comes back on earth...

Rajbhar's gaffe: When Chandrayaan comes back on earth...

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

"I congratulate them on this. When it is time tomorrow for its safe arrival on earth, the whole country should welcome it," he said.

Political Leaders Visit Injured Bjp Mla Anupama Jaiswal In Hospital

Political Leaders Visit Injured Bjp Mla Anupama Jaiswal In Hospital

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Ministers and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav visited BJP MLA Anupama Jaiswal in hospital after she sustained burn injuries during a protest. The incident occurred while she was setting fire to an effigy during a demonstration in support of the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam'.

Ghazipur Bans Gatherings Amidst Teen Death Investigation

Ghazipur Bans Gatherings Amidst Teen Death Investigation

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

The Ghazipur administration has imposed prohibitory orders, banning demonstrations and visits to a village, following concerns over law and order after the death of a teenager. The Uttar Pradesh government claims that 'unverified rumours' are being spread and opposition parties are attempting to sensationalise the matter.

Ghazipur Imposes Ban On Gatherings Amid Teen Death Controversy

Ghazipur Imposes Ban On Gatherings Amid Teen Death Controversy

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Following the death of a teenager in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, the local administration has imposed prohibitory orders, banning demonstrations and restricting visits to the victim's village. The government cites concerns over law and order and alleges that opposition parties are attempting to sensationalise the matter.

After Akhilesh rebuke, Rajbhar says tie-up with SP ends; may ally with BSP

After Akhilesh rebuke, Rajbhar says tie-up with SP ends; may ally with BSP

Rediff.com24 Jul 2022

His remarks came a day after the Samajwadi Party wrote to Rajbhar and Shivpal Singh Yadav that they are free to go wherever they feel they can get more respect.

Delhi blast: UP ATS seeks details of Madrasa students, staff

Delhi blast: UP ATS seeks details of Madrasa students, staff

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad, in the aftermath of the recent Red Fort blast in Delhi, has stepped up its monitoring efforts and sought comprehensive details of madrasas, their students, and teaching staff across the eight districts under Prayagraj zone, officials said on Wednesday.

Now Akhilesh ally Rajbhar says no Partition if Jinnah was made PM

Now Akhilesh ally Rajbhar says no Partition if Jinnah was made PM

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

Suheldev Bhartiya Samaj Party chief Om Prakash Rajbhar on Wednesday said there would have been no Partition had Mohammed Ali Jinnah been made the first prime minister, adding to the row on a remark by Samajwadi Party supremo Akhilesh Yadav.

Boost to BJP in UP, OBC leader Rajbhar returns to NDA

Boost to BJP in UP, OBC leader Rajbhar returns to NDA

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Shah on Sunday tweeted a picture of their meeting and welcomed the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party leader to the NDA.

BJP gets support of 7 UP parties as Rajbhar cosies up to SP

BJP gets support of 7 UP parties as Rajbhar cosies up to SP

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

SP and SBSP leaders had shared the dais in Mau on Wednesday and announced that they would together trounce the BJP in the 2022 elections.

SP nominates SP Maurya to UP legislative council, miffs ally Rajbhar

SP nominates SP Maurya to UP legislative council, miffs ally Rajbhar

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

The Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party on Wednesday termed the list of candidates released by its alliance partner Samajwadi Party for the Uttar Pradesh legislative council elections as "disappointing".

Yogi gives security to Samajwadi ally Rajbhar who voted for Murmu

Yogi gives security to Samajwadi ally Rajbhar who voted for Murmu

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

The Uttar Pradesh government has accorded 'Y' category security to Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) president Om Prakash Rajbhar, an alliance partner of the Samajwadi Party, officials said on Friday.

SP ally Rajbhar says waiting for Akhilesh to give me divorce

SP ally Rajbhar says waiting for Akhilesh to give me divorce

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Rajbhar, however, said he will not initiate any step to break ties with the Samajwadi Party.

How Rajbhar's return to NDA will help the BJP in UP

How Rajbhar's return to NDA will help the BJP in UP

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

The SBSP can impact around 10 Lok Sabha seats and 40 assembly seats in 7-8 districts in Uttar Pradesh, according to poll analysts.

NDA ally to contest separately in Bihar after snub

NDA ally to contest separately in Bihar after snub

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP), an NDA member, announced it will contest 153 seats in the upcoming Bihar elections after not being allocated any seats by the NDA. The party claims the BJP's Bihar unit provided a negative report regarding their strength.

Rajbhar, Jayant's MLA inducted into Yogi cabinet ahead of LS polls

Rajbhar, Jayant's MLA inducted into Yogi cabinet ahead of LS polls

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party chief Om Prakash Rajbhar, Rashtriya Lok Dal's Anil Kumar and two Bharatiya Janata Party leaders were sworn in on Tuesday as Yogi Adityanath expanded his council of ministers, weeks ahead of the Lok Sabha polls.

Yogi sacks Rajbhar from cabinet, minister hits back

Yogi sacks Rajbhar from cabinet, minister hits back

Rediff.com20 May 2019

Adityanath also recommended that all other SBSP members holding the rank of minister of state be removed immediately.

Cracks in SP-led alliance, Rajbhar to support Murmu

Cracks in SP-led alliance, Rajbhar to support Murmu

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

The SBSP has six MLAs in the Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly.

Setback for BJP in UP, Rajbhar's SBSP to contest solo

Setback for BJP in UP, Rajbhar's SBSP to contest solo

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

Rajbhar said the seat-sharing talks with the BJP remained unsuccessful.

UP minister addresses event in dark after power outage

UP minister addresses event in dark after power outage

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Uttar Pradesh Energy Minister Arvind Kumar Sharma was forced to address an event in the dark in his hometown Mau due to a power outage. The incident, which went viral on social media, led to action against four power department officials, including the suspension of two. Sharma was in Mau for a three-day event marking eight years of the BJP government in the state. The power failure lasted for hours, causing inconvenience to the locals and creating an awkward situation for the minister. While some BJP workers alleged that the outage was deliberate, locals praised Sharma for his composure and humility.

Rajbhar's 'old friend' Mukhtar Ansari to get SP-SBSP support in UP polls

Rajbhar's 'old friend' Mukhtar Ansari to get SP-SBSP support in UP polls

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Suheldev Bhartiya Samaj Party (SBSP) president Om Praksh Rajbhar on Thursday said his alliance with the SP will support jailed BSP MLA Mukhtar Ansari in the upcoming 2022 Uttar Pradesh assembly polls.

After Jinnah praise, Akhilesh ally Rajbhar blames RSS for partition

After Jinnah praise, Akhilesh ally Rajbhar blames RSS for partition

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

A day after saying that there would have been no partition if Muhammad Ali Jinnah was made the first prime minister of the country, Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief Om Prakash Rajbhar blamed the RSS on Thursday for the historic event.

'No alliance with BJP in UP under Yogi': Rajbhar

'No alliance with BJP in UP under Yogi': Rajbhar

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

'If there is any possibility, then the BJP has to accept our conditions. There should be caste census in the country, the report of the social justice committee should be implemented, the CM should be from backward caste and also the poor must be provided a uniform, mandatory and free education as well as free medical treatment.'

BJP, SP allies to play crucial role in battle of Varanasi

BJP, SP allies to play crucial role in battle of Varanasi

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Sources in various parties suggest that two lakh votes of the Patel community, locally known as OBC kurmi, for which mother-daughter led Apna Dal (S) and Apna Dal (K) are competing and over one lakh of OBC Rajbhars would be crucial in deciding the outcome of the assembly seats in Varanasi.

Will SP's strategy to dent BJP's caste equation in eastern UP succeed?

Will SP's strategy to dent BJP's caste equation in eastern UP succeed?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

The SP's bid to dent the BJP's formidable social equation is playing out in a big way in the Poorvanchal or eastern region of Uttar Pradesh as the ruling party is working overtime to keep its caste equation unharmed.

After Bihar, Owaisi eyes UP; teams up with ex-BJP ally

After Bihar, Owaisi eyes UP; teams up with ex-BJP ally

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

"We got a lot of confidence from our success in Bihar, and we will continue that momentum," Owaisi told reporters after their meeting in Lucknow.

Voting begins for final phase of UP polls

Voting begins for final phase of UP polls

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

613 candidates are in the fray on 54 seats, including those falling in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's parliamentary segment Varanasi.

Adityanath slams celebrating Salar Masood over Suheldev

Adityanath slams celebrating Salar Masood over Suheldev

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

"I had said on the soil of Bahraich that glorification of foreign invaders should be stopped and that the national heroes must be honoured. And 1,000 years ago, such a tale of courage and bravery was written by Maharaja Suheldev on this very soil of Bahraich," Adityanath said.

BJP suffers huge setback in UP, Cong-SP win more seats

BJP suffers huge setback in UP, Cong-SP win more seats

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) gave a huge blow to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance by winning 43 seats out of total 80 Lok Sabha seats of Uttar Pradesh, as per the Election Commission.

All madrassas will be affiliated to 2 new varsities: UP minister

All madrassas will be affiliated to 2 new varsities: UP minister

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

Seeking to make changes in the process of granting recognition to madrassas, Uttar Pradesh Minority Welfare Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar has said that two universities will be opened in the state and all madrassas will be affiliated to them.

If Taliban moves towards India, air strike is ready: Yogi

If Taliban moves towards India, air strike is ready: Yogi

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Today, Pakistan and Afghanistan are feeling disturbed because of the Taliban, Yogi said.

Over 56% turnout in last phase of UP assembly elections

Over 56% turnout in last phase of UP assembly elections

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Over 56 per cent turnout was recorded on Monday in 54 assembly seats, including in Varanasi, in the seventh and last phase of Uttar Pradesh polls, marking the end of the voting process spread over two months in the crucial state.

UP polls: Final phase of voting on Monday, 613 candidates in fray

UP polls: Final phase of voting on Monday, 613 candidates in fray

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

Voting for the seventh and final phase of the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections covering 54 seats, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi's parliamentary constituency Varanasi, will be held on Monday to decide the phase of 613 candidates.

NDA ally forces Amit Shah to promise 'alliance dharma'

NDA ally forces Amit Shah to promise 'alliance dharma'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

'Amit A Shah has assured us that the BJP will follow 'alliance dharma'.' 'If they follow it, the alliance will be intact.'

BJP MLA criticises Yogi's ministers after by-poll loss

BJP MLA criticises Yogi's ministers after by-poll loss

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

The other BJP MLA, Shyam Prakash from Gopamau (SC) in Hardoi, posted a satirical poem on Facebook.

People of Amethi want to 'rectify' their mistake: UP Cong chief

People of Amethi want to 'rectify' their mistake: UP Cong chief

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

The people of Amethi want to rectify their 'mistake' of 2019 and Congress workers as well as leaders are demanding that Rahul Gandhi contest from the constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, the party's Uttar Pradesh chief Ajay Rai said.

'Find out how much love people have for Modiji'

'Find out how much love people have for Modiji'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

'People tell us openly that in 2024 we will vote for Modi.'

BJP vs SP? Don't write us off, remind BSP, Congress and others

BJP vs SP? Don't write us off, remind BSP, Congress and others

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

With their high-decibel campaigns so far, the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Samajwadi Party may appear to be locked in a direct fight in Uttar Pradesh.