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Kalinjar Fort in Bundelkhand: The Hill Fortress That Outlasted Every Siege in Medieval India

The hill that refused to fallSher Shah Suri, the man who had driven the Mughal emperor Humayun out of Hindustan and built the Grand Trunk Road across the subcontinent, died at Kalinjar in 1545 from a gunpowder explosion inside his own siege camp. He had taken nearly every fort he…

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Anatomy of a ‘conspiracy’: How UP cops turned a wage protest into a national security case

When the Uttar Pradesh government invoked the National Security Act against Aakriti Chaudhary and journalist Satyam Verma following the Noida workers’ protests, it raised a question that went far beyond the two individuals in jail: how had a labour protest become a matter of national security?

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Census 2027: RGI asks officials to focus on sensitive questions during enumerator training

Census 2027 enumerator training will emphasize sensitive questions on religion and caste. Population enumeration in Goa and Uttar Pradesh starts December 1, 2026. Training for most states concludes by January 15, 2027, with nationwide completion by March. Over 34 lakh enumerators will participate in this massive headcount exercise. The government…

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School holiday tomorrow, September 11, 2026: Will schools be closed due to heavy rain? Check state-wise updates

School holiday tomorrow: In anticipation of the BRICS Summit, Delhi schools will be closed on September 11, 2026. Weather-related closures may also affect schools in Uttarakhand and Bihar. Meanwhile, Odisha and Himachal Pradesh are keeping a vigilant eye on weather conditions. Schools in Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal are generally…

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Mayawati 'frees' nephew Akash Anand from BSP after father-in-law quits politics

BSP chief Mayawati announced Akash Anand is completely freed from the party. This decision follows his father-in-law Ashok Siddharth's retirement from politics. Mayawati cited Anand's perceived greater attachment to family interests over party concerns. She stated Siddharth's retirement was sought for the party's larger interests. The party aims to return…

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The Buddhist Circuit: Sarnath, Kushinagar and Shravasti With Real Timings and Itinerary Tips

Start at Varanasi, Not Bodh GayaMost people building this circuit assume Bodh Gaya in Bihar is the logical starting point. It is the most important site in Buddhism, the place of the Enlightenment, but it is not the most logical entry into the UP leg of the circuit. If you…

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After Bodh Gaya, the Buddha's Pilgrimage Story Lives On in Vaishali and Kesaria, Bihar

The City That Loved Him FirstVaishali loved the Buddha before the world had decided what to make of him. The Licchavis, the republic's ruling clan, whose democratic assembly system scholars still cite as one of antiquity's most organised, followed him in such numbers when he left for the last time…

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BJP state in-charge Vinod Tawde goes into UP election mode; to tour 15 districts from Sept 16

BJP leader Vinod Tawde is intensifying preparations for upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. He will visit three regions and approximately fifteen districts between September 16 and 22. Tawde advised ticket aspirants to focus on their constituencies and ground presence instead of Delhi visits. The party emphasizes grassroots work and organizational…

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DGCA restricts flying activities at UP training schools during BRICS Summit

Flying activities from Uttar Pradesh FTOs will halt during the BRICS Summit. Restrictions will be in force from September eleventh to thirteenth for security. Similar prohibitions apply to FTOs in six other northern states. Light aircraft and drones are banned within a 300-kilometer Delhi radius. These measures ensure the safe…

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School Assembly News Headlines, September 9, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

The PM-SETU initiative highlights the approved development of ITI clusters in states like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana. Meanwhile, the Delhi Police is set to submit a chargesheet regarding the tragic death of a Manipuri musician. In international news, China expresses its support for India's leadership at the upcoming BRICS…

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PM-SETU approves Rs 735.70 crore plans for ITI clusters in Rajasthan, UP, Telangana

The National Steering Committee under the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) has approved Strategic Investment Plans worth Rs 735.70 crore for three ITI clusters in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Telangana, taking the scheme's total sanctioned investment to Rs 2,171 crore across nine ITI clusters.

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Western Freight Corridor to cut logistics cost to 7 pc; help India compete with China: Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the completed Western Dedicated Freight Corridor could bring India’s logistics costs down to around 7%, helping it compete with China. The 1,600-km corridor will connect Uttar Pradesh with JNPT and sharply reduce freight transit times.

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BJP govt restored investor confidence in UP; no room for mafia: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh has seen a significant shift towards lawfulness since 2017, prioritizing safety and stability. Committed to fostering an integrated textile value chain, the state has attracted Rs 50 lakh crore in investment over nearly a decade. This progress has resulted in job opportunities for over 65 lakh youth, bolstered…

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90-Minute Lucknow meet: CJP co-convener Ranka's courtesy call on Akhilesh Yadav sparks political buzz

A meeting between Ashutosh Ranka of CJP and Akhilesh Yadav of SP fueled political speculation. Ranka clarified CJP's focus remains non-electoral advocacy and thanked SP for their support. Discussions included the Uttar Pradesh government's closure of primary schools. Both SP and CJP now emphasize state-run educational institutions nationally.

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Census move signals Feb-March timeline for 2027 assembly polls in five states

The Census exercise advancement in four states sets the election timeline for February-March. Manipur's assembly term ends first, followed by Goa, Punjab, and Uttarakhand. Uttar Pradesh's assembly term concludes later, allowing for early polls. The Election Commission will likely complete polls before Manipur's term expiry. The poll schedule for these…

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Cheap liquor, porous border: 2nd hooch tragedy in Bundelkhand's Madhya Pradesh belt with 'UP link'

Eleven people died and fifty-four others fell ill after consuming spurious liquor in Sagar district. Investigators suspect the illicit alcohol was supplied from Lalitpur in neighboring Uttar Pradesh. This incident mirrors a similar hooch tragedy in Chhatarpur district back in February 2021. Many victims experienced symptoms like blurred vision and…

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Why Hartalika Teej Is So Special in UP and Bihar

Teej is celebrated in different ways across India, but the traditions followed in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have a charm of their own. In many parts of these states, women observe Hartalika Teej rather than Hariyali Teej. The day is marked by devotion to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, along…

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School holiday tomorrow, September 7, 2026: Will schools be closed due to heavy rain? Check state-wise updates

On September 7, 2026, most schools across India will resume regular operations. However, heavy rainfall may lead to specific school closures in regions like Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. Himachal Pradesh also might see school shutdowns due to weather conditions. Parents are encouraged to check local school notifications prior to school…

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Every fourth Jan Dhan account inoperative; 5.72 crore have zero balance: RTI

Nearly 5.72 crore Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana accounts currently hold zero balances. Over 15 crore accounts under the scheme are classified as inoperative. Uttar Pradesh leads with the highest number of zero-balance and inoperative accounts. The scheme aims for universal financial inclusion across all households. More than 59 crore…

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Census: Population enumeration in 4 poll-bound states from Dec 1, 2026 to Jan 4, 2027

Population enumeration for Census 2027 will occur in Goa and Uttar Pradesh. Punjab and parts of Uttarakhand will also participate in this exercise. Citizens can opt for self-enumeration before the main enumeration begins. This census aims to collect demographic and economic data from households. The exercise was postponed from 2021…

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Why Bihari Women Fast for 24 Hours During Hartalika Teej?

If you have grown up in Bihar, you may have seen women preparing for Teej days in advance. New sarees are bought, mehendi is applied and puja items are kept ready. On the day of Hartalika Teej, many women take their fast very seriously. Some even stay without drinking water…

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Adani Defence signs ammunition supply pact for India-made AK-203 assault rifles

Adani Defence & Aerospace has signed a five-year agreement with Indo-Russian Rifles Pvt Ltd to supply India-made 7.62x39 mm ammunition for AK-203 assault rifles manufactured in Uttar Pradesh. The pact links domestic rifle and ammunition production, strengthening the local supply chain for the India-Russia programme while supporting the government’s push…

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'Gen Z' now a political constituency, cannot be ignored by govt or opposition: Dipankar Bhattacharya

Gen Z has emerged as a significant political constituency, according to CPI(ML) Liberation leader Dipankar Bhattacharya. The Jantar Mantar protests highlight youth dissatisfaction with government policies and service delivery. Bhattacharya advocates for lowering the voting age to sixteen, citing increased youth political awareness. He also called for an INDIA bloc…

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UPTET Result 2026: Candidates can raise objections till September 10, check how to submit objections by email

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission is now inviting representations from candidates regarding the UPTET 2026 results. Concerns must be communicated via email by September 10, as offline submissions are no longer being accepted. A dedicated five-member committee will review all concerns, and subsequent actions will hinge on their…

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Weather today September 5: Will it rain today in Haryana, Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Punjab, West Bengal, and other states? Check IMD forecast

Weather today September 5: IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rain on September 5 across East Rajasthan, West Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and West Bengal, driven by a quasi-stationary low pressure system over north Madhya Pradesh and south Uttar Pradesh. Uttarakhand and Himachal…

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