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India Gazette
an hour ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Agra: ASI waives off entry fee for Taj Mahal on International Yoga Day
Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 21 (ANI): On the ocassion of the 11th International Day of Yoga, which is being celebrated on Saturday, entry to the iconic Agra's Taj Mahal is completely free. The Archaeological Survey of India, which is responsible for maintaining ancient monuments and archaeological sites, has waived the entry fee for the Taj Mahal. The ASI typically waives the entry fee to the Taj Mahal on special occasions such as World Heritage Day, celebrated on April 18th, and during Urs, Shah Jahan's death anniversary. But on the eve of International Day of Yoga, they have made entry to the Taj Mahal free, bringing cultural and wellness together. Along with the Taj Mahal, entry to several other historical monuments, such as Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Sikandra, and Etmad-ud-Daula, is free. On the International Day of Yoga, people are participating in yoga events all over India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed Yoga in in Visakhapatnam and urged the international community to embrace 'inner peace' as a 'global policy' and make yoga a collective global responsibility. Speaking at the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations, the Prime Minister called upon countries to adopt yoga not just as a personal or cultural practice, but as a unifying force for humanity. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also joined the International Day of Yoga and performed Yoga in Gorakhpur on Saturday. While addressing the public, Yogi Adityanath said, 'Today, Yoga Day is being celebrated in Gorakhpur. The local minister, MPs, other public representatives, and all the brothers and sisters here are participating. I welcome everyone. This program is happening not just here, but across the country and the world. In Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is spreading the message of yoga. On the occasion of the 11th International Yoga Day, I send my warm wishes to everyone.' Yogi said that yoga builds spiritual strength and is India's gift to the world. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for getting global recognition for yoga. He also wished everyone good health and happiness on the occasion. The 11th International Day of Yoga saw widespread participation across states. (ANI)
The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Udayagiri police station divided into north and south
The State government has approved the proposal to divide Udayagiri police station in Mysuru into Udayagiri North and Udayagiri South police stations. The government's decision follows a proposal submitted in this regard by the Director-General and Inspector-General of Police in April 2025. A Government Order dated June 20 said the approval follows the clearance by the Finance Department on Thursday. The Director-General and Inspector-General of Police, in the proposal, sought to divide the jurisdiction of the Udayagiri police station into Udayagiri North police station and Udayagiri South police station by fixing the Mahadevapura Main Road as the boundary. While the existing Udayagiri police station situated on Mahadevapura Main Road is proposed to be converted into the Udayagiri South police station, a new building for the Udayagiri North police station can be constructed on a Civic Amenities (CA) plot No. CA – 07 measuring 29x36 metres in Devanuru 1st Stage, the proposal said. The jurisdiction of the Udayagiri police station established in 1994 after being seperated from the Nazarbad police station limits comprises areas that are 'communally sensitive'. 'Over the past 26 years, the region has witnessed various criminal activities, communal riots, inter-caste and inter-religious conflicts, serious offences such as murders and attempt to murder, theft cases, and changing electoral scenario all of which had resulted in increasing pressure on the officers of the Udayagiri police station,' the proposal said. Giving details of the number of criminal cases registered in the Udayagiri police station in the last three years, the proposal said 215 cases were registered in 2022, while 213 and 209 cases were registered in 2023 and 2024 respectively. It was pointed out that the Udayagiri police station area comprises significant population of Hindus, Muslims, and Christians, with the presence of 78 mosques, 59 temples, and nine churches. 'During religious festivals, Urs and temple fairs, officials and personnel from other police stations in the city had to be deployed to ensure law and order,' the proposal said. The Mahadevapura Main Road, which is considered as a boundary for the division of the Udayagiri police station, is highly congested. The road has mosques, bus depots, bus stops, banks, schools, private financial institutions, ATMs, etc., besides vegetable, grocery shops, garment stores, medical stores, hotels, meat shops, etc. 'Street vendors crowd both sides of the road,' the proposal said. The road, which is a densely populated commercial stretch, connects not only major roads and residential areas, but also the Outer Ring Road, five km of which falls in the jurisdiction of the Udayagiri police station. While the existing population of the Udaygiri police station is estimated to be 3.11 lakh, the proposed Udayagiri North Police station will have 1.48 lakh people and the proposed Udayagiri South Police station will have a population of 1.62 lakh. The staff sanctioned for the Udayagiri South Police station includes one police inspector, four police sub-inspectors, eight assistant sub-inspectors, 24 head constables, and 48 police constables. Similiarly, the staff sanctioned for the Udayagiri North police station comprises one police inspector, four sub-inspectors, eight assistant sub-inspectors, 24 head constables, 48 police constables, and two assistant police constables. The creation of two police stations carries an estimated recurring annual expenditure of ₹6.11 crore and a non-recurring expenditure of ₹3.39 crore, the proposal added.
Deccan Herald
14-06-2025
- General
- Deccan Herald
Ayodhya administration bans Urs event citing law & order concern
The Urs ceremony taking place for the past two decades was scheduled for Saturday and Sunday.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Ayodhya administration bans Urs event citing law & order concern
The local administration has banned an annual Urs ceremony in Ayodhya after receiving inputs regarding potential breach of peace and the possibility of the law and order situation worsening, officials said. The Urs ceremony taking place here for the past two decades was scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. Following a complaint by the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), the Ayodhya administration cancelled the permission for the 'Dada Miya Urs', which is held every year at the Dada Miya Mazaar in the Khanpur Masodha area. According to sources, local VHP members Lalji Sharma and Suryakant Pandey lodged a complaint with the police, claiming a gathering was being organised in the name of "Ghazi Baba" in Khanpur Masodha. Police investigation revealed that the organisers obtained permission from the local administration for organising the Urs under the name "Urs Dada Miya". However, they were found collecting donations by printing receipts under the name "Ghazi Baba Urs". Live Events The complainants also claimed that during Urs, the organisers invite some clerics who allegedly perform "black magic" and "misguide" people. "The permission granted under the name 'Urs Dada Miya' has been revoked as it was found that Urs under the name of Ghazi Baba was being planned," Circle Officer Ashutosh Tiwari said. Meanwhile, no office-bearers of the Urs organising committee have commented on the issue so far.
The Wire
14-06-2025
- Politics
- The Wire
UP Government Cites ‘Law and Order', Blocks Urs Events in Ayodhya, Barabanki
Menu हिंदी తెలుగు اردو Home Politics Economy World Security Law Science Society Culture Editor's Pick Opinion Support independent journalism. Donate Now Government UP Government Cites 'Law and Order', Blocks Urs Events in Ayodhya, Barabanki The Wire Staff 10 minutes ago The event in Ayodhya was refused permission after a VHP complaint that alleged that it was being organised under the name of Ghazi Baba, referring to Saiyad Salar Masud Ghazi, a semi-legendary military figure from the 11th century popularly believed to be a nephew of Ghaznavid ruler Mahmud of Ghazni. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Photo: PTI. Real journalism holds power accountable Since 2015, The Wire has done just that. But we can continue only with your support. Contribute now New Delhi: Two annual Urs ceremonies to be organised in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya and Barabanki have been refused permission with authorities citing law and order concerns. The Urs to be organised at the shrine of Dada Miya in Khanpur Masodha area of Ayodhya was refused permission after a complaint filed by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), Times of India has reported. The report said that the event in Barabanki, on the other hand, relating to the Urs of Syed Shakeel Baba to be held in the Phoolpur area, was denied permission due to concerns of potential unrest. In Ayodhya, the VHP complainant alleged that the gathering was being organised in the name of 'Ghazi Baba' – a reference to Syed Salar Masood – a semi-legendary military figure from the 11th century popularly believed to be a nephew of Ghaznavid ruler Mahmud of Ghazni. Ayodhya circle officer Ashutosh Tiwari said that the permission which was granted under the name of 'Urs Dada Miya' was revoked after it was found that the event was being organised under the name of Ghazi baba. Earlier in March, police in Sambhal had outlawed an age-old fair – the Neja Mela – held by the Muslim community to commemorate Saiyad Salar Masud Ghazi. Police had then said while denying permission an event to honour an 'invader,' 'plunderer' and 'murderer' would not be allowed to be held even if it had been traditionally organised year after year. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after forming the government in Uttar Pradesh and the centre has honoured Suheldev, Ghazi's alleged slayer, with a new memorial, a superfast train running from Ghazipur to Delhi, a new university and a stamp, among other things to reach out to the backward caste Hindus. For the Urs event in Barabanki, additional SP Vikas Tripathi said that 'some disputes have emerged that may lead to communal tension' which has led the administration to refuse permission. The Wire is now on WhatsApp. Follow our channel for sharp analysis and opinions on the latest developments. Make a contribution to Independent Journalism Related News Uttar Pradesh Govt Tightens Rules for 'Out of Town' Marriage Registrations Fifth Acting DGP in a Row: Why Uttar Pradesh Still Lacks a Permanent Police Chief Priests Oppose UP Govt's Plan to Set up Trust For Management of Vrindavan's Banke Bihari Temple Interview | 'National Leadership Will Decide on Alliance But UP Congress Is Focusing on All 403 Seats' Days After Cow Vigilante Rampage in Aligarh, Forensic Report Belies Beef Allegations Former IAS Officer Claims Andhra Unduly Favoured Varun Group in Tourism Push; Govt Denies Wrongdoing Mau Bypoll: NDA-Ally SBSP Stakes Claim Even as BJP Signals Interest Eroding Scientific Rationality Is Undermining Knowledge Production in India Senior Journalist in Andhra Pradesh Arrested Over Talk Show Panelist's Remarks; Triggers Political Uproar View in Desktop Mode About Us Contact Us Support Us © Copyright. All Rights Reserved.
