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Yogi got it wrong. It’s the saffron brigade that needs to learn from Indonesia president’s DNA remark

Prabowo Subianto may have intended it to be just an ice-breaker, but he waded right into a hot button political topic for his hosts with his declaration that a DNA test had shown him to have traces of “Indian ancestry”. In doing so, he also showed a mirror to India.

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What Delhiites think of BJP star campaigner Adityanath and his campaign

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is among the BJP’s star campaigners for Delhi elections. But is he making an impact? Newslaundry went to one of his public meetings in Karol Bagh to find out.

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Kumbh stampede: Cops confirm at least 30 dead, hours after media report

As reports emerged of several deaths in a “stampede-like situation” at the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath urged the public not to “pay attention to rumours”.

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Maha Kumbh: At least 15 feared dead in stampede during huge Hindu festival in India

Crush happened as pilgrims tried to jump over police barricades to reach Sangam Nose, the point where India's Ganges river meets Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers

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Would you dares to sip from Yamuna in Mathura: Akhilesh Yadav to Yogi Adityanath

Yamuna seems to be turning into a political battleground as after Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's challenge to Arvind Kejriwal, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav Read further on Dynamite News:

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Gorakhpur Horror: Two teens brutally murdered in CM's city; Bodies found half-naked

Just in: The bodies of the two cousins were found in semi-naked condition in Bhakhsa of Sahajanwan police station area.

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Maha Kumbh: Around 98 million devotees take Holy Dip at Sangam in first 11 days

With this unprecedented turnout of devotees, the total number of participants expected to touch the 100 million mark by the end of today the 11th day of the festival. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Maha Kumbh: Devotees take dip in Sangam, despite chilly weather

Despite cold conditions, a large congregation of devotees gathered at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on Wednesday to take a dip in the ongoing Maha Kumbh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Delhi Elections 2025: BJP gears up for campaign blitzkrieg ; PM Modi, Yogi, other leaders to address rallies

PM Narendra Modi, UP CM Yogi Adityanath and several Union Ministers are set to carry out mega rallies in Delhi. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Video: Fire in Maha Kumbh raises questions on safety and arrangement

Maha Kumbh fire has raised questions on the safety of crores of devotees coming from across the world to the Mela. PM Narendra Modi and Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav have also expressed their concern on it. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Maha Kumbh: Numerous pilgrims visit on sixth day till 4pm

More than 2.5 million pilgrims visited the ongoing Maha Kumbh being held in the city of Prayagraj on the sixth day till 4 PM, as per the data released. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Delhi Elections 2025: BJP releases list of start campaigners

The BJP on Wednesday announced the names of its star campaigners for the Delhi Assembly polls scheduled for Feb 5. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India’s Maha Kumbh Mela festival gets under way for first time in 144 years

The grand version of the 12-yearly Hindu pilgrimage is expected to draw more than 400 million devotees

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Maha Kumbh: Aghori artists perform 'Masaan Holi' ahead of Mega festival

In a unique and vibrant display of tradition, a group of Aghori artists performed a special 'Masaan Holi' during a procession in Prayagraj. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Maha Kumbh: Know about exclusive preparations in Prayagraj for Mela...

As Prayagraj prepares to host the Maha Kumbh, a massive gathering of devotees, tea vendors from Western Uttar Pradesh have descended upon the Sangam Ghat, despite the cold weather prevailing in the holy city. Read further on Dynamite News:

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UP govt to showcase state's tourism potential at Madrid, Berlin Fairs

In a major initiative to position Uttar Pradesh as a leading global tourism destination: Read further on Dynamite News:

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Uttar Pradesh: Yogi Adityanath pays tributes to 'Sahibzadas'

Adityanath highlighted their martyrdom as a significant part of the nation's history and praised their determination to protect religion and the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Congress Roars: BJP cannot tolerate democracy, Constitution

Congress on Wednesday accused RSS and BJP of being hostile to democracy and the Constitution, claiming they have consistently opposed the pillars of India's democratic framework. Read further on Dynamite News:

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UP CM inaugurates 'Atal Yuva Maha Kumbh' to commemorate Vajpayee's birth anniversary

On this occasion, meritorious students who performed excellently in various competitions were encouraged by giving them certificates and prizes. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SP MLAs protest over Sambhal, law and order in UP Assembly on first day of session

The opposition also criticised the government on privatization of electricity and farmers' issues. Read further on Dynamite News:

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UP gears up for Mahakumbh 2025: Rs 55 crore treatment plant to ensure Ganga's purity

The UP Jal Nigam Urban in Salori is installing a geo tube-based treatment facility to treat wastewater from 22 untapped drains in the city, which is a crucial part of this preparation. Read further on Dynamite News:

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‘We want to speak, CRPF saying we can’t’: What happened after Rahul met Hathras victim’s family

Hours before Rahul Gandhi arrived in a small village in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras, the state police and CRPF thronged the narrow roads. All vehicles were barred entry to the village, forcing eager journalists to walk over a kilometre to reach a nondescript home within.

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Mahakumbh 2025: UP fire safety department holds demonstration to prevent fire mishap from lithium batteries

Uttar Pradesh police and fire safety department are on high alert and taking all precautionary measures to make Mahakumbh 2025 celebrations secured for lakh of devotees scheduled to visit the holy place early next year. Read further on Dynamite News:

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How India’s Hindu nationalist rhetoric played a role in the violence at a Canadian temple

Diplomatic relations between India and Canada continue to decline in the aftermath of the slaying of a Canadian Sikh activist in British Columbia. A recent violent confrontation at a Hindu temple in Brampton, Ont. between pro-Khalistan protesters and Hindu nationalists has created further tensions.

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Mahakumbh 2025: Natural huts and tents to be built in Prayagraj for devotees

Natural huts and tents with modern facilities will be built in Prayagraj to provide a comfortable stay for the devotees that'll be visiting for Mahakumbh 2025. Read further on Dynamite News:

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