News for 'Yogi Adityanath'

'Dharamji Is Critical, But There's Improvement'

'Dharamji Is Critical, But There's Improvement'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

'Even Wikipedia has fallen for it. Who are these so-called sources spreading false news?'

Yogi files nomination from Gorakhpur, accompanied by Shah

Yogi files nomination from Gorakhpur, accompanied by Shah

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Gorakhpur Urban seat will go to vote in the sixth phase on March 3.

Noida TV channel gets email threatening to 'assassinate' Modi, Adityanath

Noida TV channel gets email threatening to 'assassinate' Modi, Adityanath

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

The police said they have lodged an FIR and launched an investigation into the matter after a representative of the TV channel, located in Sector 16A Film City, approached them Tuesday evening.

UP milkman detained for 'spitting' in milk before delivery

UP milkman detained for 'spitting' in milk before delivery

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

The UP government had issued a string of directives last year after alleged incidents of spitting and mixing urine in eatables were reported.

Why RSS Must Choose Bharatiyata Over Hindutva

Why RSS Must Choose Bharatiyata Over Hindutva

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The future of India will be shaped and decided by the choices the RSS makes now, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Adityanath meets BJP chief Nadda ahead of UP govt formation

Adityanath meets BJP chief Nadda ahead of UP govt formation

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Uttar Pradesh chief minister-designate Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday met Bharatiya Janata Party president JP Nadda to discuss the formation of government in the state.

BJP quells rumours of change in UP leadership, backs Adityanath

BJP quells rumours of change in UP leadership, backs Adityanath

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

BJP's central leadership has thrown its weight behind Yogi Adityanath, putting a stop to murmurs against the state government months ahead of the assembly polls.

Yogi's latest jibe at SP: 'Jinnah followers'

Yogi's latest jibe at SP: 'Jinnah followers'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said the country has to decide if the sweetness of sugarcane will grow or the followers of Pakistan founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah will cause mischief in the state, in a veiled attack on the Samajwadi Party (SP).

Yogi hands over flats to poor built on Atiq Ahmed's land

Yogi hands over flats to poor built on Atiq Ahmed's land

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf Ahmed were shot dead by men posing as journalists on April 15 night this year, while they were being taken for a medical examination in Prayagraj.

Bihar polls: Campaign ends for final phase, voting on Tuesday

Bihar polls: Campaign ends for final phase, voting on Tuesday

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Campaigning has concluded for the second and final phase of the Bihar assembly elections, marking the end of a month-long intense political battle. Key candidates and prominent leaders from various parties held rallies and roadshows to woo voters.

Ajit Pawar's Balancing Act With Muslims

Ajit Pawar's Balancing Act With Muslims

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Ajit Pawar became a ray of hope for Muslims, the only man in power who could resolve their grievances.

Maha Kumbh: Seers warn politicians against...

Maha Kumbh: Seers warn politicians against...

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Saints and seers gathered at the Triveni Sangam for the 'Amrit Snan' on the occasion of Basant Panchami on Monday cautioned political leaders against misusing Sanatan Dharma and spreading rumours for political gain, and praised Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over arrangements at the Maha Kumbh.

Dom's Take: Modi-Yogi Rift?

Dom's Take: Modi-Yogi Rift?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Has Ajay Mohan Bisht, the ruler of UP, fallen out of favour with Narendra Damodardas Modi, the emperor of India?

Will Nitin Nabin Really Be Modi's 'Boss'?

Will Nitin Nabin Really Be Modi's 'Boss'?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Given Modi's track record from the time he became Gujarat chief minister in October 2001, it is highly improbable that Nabin will get opportunities to display his individual capacity. Even the team of organisational leaders that he will 'appoint' in a few weeks or months, will unlikely to be his choice, predicts Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Yogi And The Buddha

Yogi And The Buddha

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

A week from now, October 20, Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi will host Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh.

Ajit Pawar was with anti-Hindu ideologies: Fadnavis on 'Batenge...' call

Ajit Pawar was with anti-Hindu ideologies: Fadnavis on 'Batenge...' call

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Fadnavis said that there was nothing wrong with the slogan given by Yogi Adityanath and stated that it had been the history of the country.

Bareilly violence: 39 arrested, more than 2500 booked; flag marches held

Bareilly violence: 39 arrested, more than 2500 booked; flag marches held

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The cleric's arrest on Saturday prompted administrations in neighbouring districts to go on high alert.

Dalit man lynched in UP after being mistaken for thief; 5 held

Dalit man lynched in UP after being mistaken for thief; 5 held

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

A 40-year-old Dalit man was allegedly lynched by villagers in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, who mistook him for a thief. The incident occurred amid rumours of drone surveillance being used to mark houses for robberies. Five persons have been arrested, and three police personnel have been suspended for alleged negligence. The Congress party has demanded a SIT probe and the resignation of the Chief Minister.

'Sushasan Babu' Nitish Under Fire Over Rise In Crime

'Sushasan Babu' Nitish Under Fire Over Rise In Crime

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Ahead of the impending assembly polls, the rising crime graph and poor law and order situation have led to demands being revived to adopt UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's 'bulldozer' and police encounter policy in Bihar to deal with criminals.

Shubhanshu Shukla gets hero's welcome in his hometown

Shubhanshu Shukla gets hero's welcome in his hometown

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to visit the International Space Station, received a hero's welcome in his hometown of Lucknow. Celebrations included family, supporters, a roadshow, and recognition from government officials.

Disha Patani home firing: Two shooters killed in encounter, 4 cops hurt

Disha Patani home firing: Two shooters killed in encounter, 4 cops hurt

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Two active members of the Rohit Godara-Goldy Brar gang, allegedly involved in firing outside Bollywood actress Disha Patani's residence in Bareilly, were shot dead in an encounter near Tronica City in Ghaziabad. The encounter was carried out in a joint operation by Delhi Police Special Cell and Special Task Forces of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana.

Adityanath meets UP violence victim's kin; 50 held, internet suspended

Adityanath meets UP violence victim's kin; 50 held, internet suspended

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Over 50 people have been arrested after the communal violence in Maharajgaj town, officials said on Tuesday, as markets remained shut and people stayed indoors for a second day in a row amid heavy deployment of police and other security personnel.

Yogi And The Mahatma

Yogi And The Mahatma

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath pays homage to the Mahatma, even using the charkha, an indelible object associated with a man who will always remain the Father of the Indian Nation.

President Murmu to take holy dip at Maha Kumbh today

President Murmu to take holy dip at Maha Kumbh today

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

President Droupadi Murmu will visit the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Monday and take a holy dip at the Sangam, her office said.

Meet the boatman who made Rs 30 crore during Kumbh

Meet the boatman who made Rs 30 crore during Kumbh

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Inspired by the earnings of boat operators during the 2019 Ardh Kumbh, a boatman's family in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj took a bold entrepreneurial step during the recently concluded Mahakumbh Mela 2025, generating a staggering profit of Rs 30 crore.

Hyderabad man held for threatening social media post on Modi, Shah, Yogi

Hyderabad man held for threatening social media post on Modi, Shah, Yogi

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

A man, who allegedly put up a social media post threatening to behead Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, was arrested in Hyderabad, the police said on Thursday.

BJP leader flays party's politicisation of Kashmiri Pandit issue

BJP leader flays party's politicisation of Kashmiri Pandit issue

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Disgruntled BJP leader Jahanzaib Sirwal criticizes his party for allegedly using the plight of displaced Kashmiri Pandits for political gains and calls for meaningful action to address their grievances.

'Unfortunate' to refer to Gyanvapi as mosque: UP CM

'Unfortunate' to refer to Gyanvapi as mosque: UP CM

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

The Gyanvapi issue has been at the centre of a long-drawn legal battle with the Hindu side arguing that the Gyanvapi mosque was allegedly built on the remains of a pre-existing temple, while the Muslim side has contested the claim.

PIX: Famous faces at polling booths

PIX: Famous faces at polling booths

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, BJP national president JP Nadda and several other famous faces were seen at polling booths, exercising their franchise in the final and seventh phase of the Lok Sabha polls on Saturday.

RSS@100: The Challenges Ahead

RSS@100: The Challenges Ahead

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

'The RSS, that advocated military strength, remained in the ideological doghouse for over half a century. Many of the RSS' responses even today carry the burden of this past,' points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Adityanath gets EC notice over 'biryani to terrorists' remark

Adityanath gets EC notice over 'biryani to terrorists' remark

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The poll panel has asked him to respond to the notice before 5 pm on Friday.

Ex-IPS officer to contest against Yogi

Ex-IPS officer to contest against Yogi

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

'It is a fight for principles for him, where he shall be presenting his protest to the wrongdoings.'

'Yogi will build his image as PM material'

'Yogi will build his image as PM material'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

'He will use these five years to project himself as the next PM candidate within the Hindutva fold.'

Modi, Bhagwat hoist saffron flag atop Ayodhya Temple

Modi, Bhagwat hoist saffron flag atop Ayodhya Temple

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday ceremonially hoisted a saffron flag atop the Ram temple in Ayodhya, marking the formal completion of its construction.

Beware! UP may become Kashmir, Bengal: Yogi ahead of poll

Beware! UP may become Kashmir, Bengal: Yogi ahead of poll

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

Referring to the polling for the first phase of elections, Yogi said that the time for a "big decision" has come.

UP govt bans caste-based rallies

UP govt bans caste-based rallies

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has ordered the immediate removal of all caste references from police records and public notices, bans caste-based rallies, and monitors social media content promoting caste pride or hatred.

UP BJP chief Swatantra Dev makes it to Yogi 2.0 too

UP BJP chief Swatantra Dev makes it to Yogi 2.0 too

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

Singh, who belongs to the backward Kurmi caste and played a crucial role in paving the way for the party's second consecutive win in the UP Assembly polls.

Noida Airport set to begin operations post-Diwali

Noida Airport set to begin operations post-Diwali

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The Noida International Airport (NIA), being developed as a greenfield aviation hub in Jewar, Gautam Buddh Nagar, is on track to begin operations by the end of this year.

Modi's Risky Gamble With The Taliban

Modi's Risky Gamble With The Taliban

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Developing relations with the Taliban is needed, but plunging headlong into Afghanistan without due thought will be akin to the rooster entering a KFC outlet, warns Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (Retd).

'Yogi's national stature is growing despite bypolls setback'

'Yogi's national stature is growing despite bypolls setback'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

'After Modi, Yogi is the most popular face of Hindutva, but it's too early to say that he is someone who could succeed Modi.'