Yogi Adityanath: News
Yogi Adityanath is a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) politician, five-time Lok Sabha Member of Parliament (MP), and the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh as of 2021. He is a Hindu monk of the Nath Sampradaya and Mahant (head priest) of the Gorakhnath Math. Adityanath was born as Ajay Singh Bisht in the present-day Uttarakhand, then a part of Uttar Pradesh, and completed his BSc in Mathematics from the Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University. At a young age, he renounced his home and adopted monkhood under his guru, Mahant Avaidyanath of the Gorakhnath Math. Adityanath subsequently succeeded the latter as the Math’s chief priest. In 1998, Adityanath became the Lok Sabha MP from Gorakhpur constituency and was re-elected successively in the 1999, 2004, 2009, and 2014 General Elections. He emerged as a young leader in his own right and was one of the BJP’s prominent campaigners for the 2017 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. After BJP’s landslide victory in the Assembly elections, Adityanath was appointed as the state’s Chief Minister.
'Operation Sindhu': 517 Indians evacuated from Iran amid Israel conflict
The Indian government has successfully evacuated 517 citizens from Iran under "Operation Sindhu."
You can soon buy UP's Dussehri mangoes in Dubai
In a major milestone for Uttar Pradesh's agricultural sector, 1,200kg of Dussehri mangoes were airlifted to Dubai.
Amethi: Five killed as ambulance hits parked jeep
In a tragic incident on the Purvanchal Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Amethi district, five people were killed when an ambulance rammed into a parked jeep early Sunday morning.
Video: UP politician's ex-aide garlands, then slaps him on stage
Mahendra Rajbhar, the national president of the Suheldev Swabhiman Party (SSP), was allegedly slapped multiple times by his former aide, Brijesh Rajbhar, during a public event in Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh.
Yogi Adityanath biopic 'Ajey' to hit theaters in August
The biographical drama Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, inspired by the life of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, will hit theaters on August 1, 2025.
Second phase of Ayodhya Ram Mandir's 'pran pratishtha' begins
The second phase of the consecration ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, commenced on Tuesday.
UP: 4 dead after touching live wire during religious ceremony
A religious ceremony in Uttar Pradesh's Ghazipur district turned tragic on Wednesday when a bamboo stick touched a high-tension electric wire.
UP's fourth international cricket stadium to be built in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh will soon get its fourth international cricket stadium, with construction starting soon in Gorakhpur.
Delhi teen stabbed to death; locals demand 'Yogi model' justice
A 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death in Delhi's Seelampur on Thursday night.
Yogi Adityanath accuses Congress of disrespecting Dr B.R. Ambedkar
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has accused the Congress party of disrespecting Dr B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution.
'Kannappa' release delayed, now hitting theaters on June 27
Telugu actor Vishnu Manchu has officially announced the new release date for his upcoming fantasy drama, Kannappa.
PM greets nation on Ram Navami, to visit Rameswaram today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his warm wishes to the nation on the occasion of Ram Navami.
'It is a need': Yogi defends bulldozer actions in UP
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has defended his government's controversial "bulldozer model." He clarified that this approach is not an achievement but a necessity for the state.
'Unnecessary': Chirag Paswan criticizes BJP's meat ban during Navratri, Eid
Union Minister Chirag Paswan has slammed recent administrative orders in Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled states banning the sale of meat, fish, and eggs during the nine-day Navratri festival.
'Yogi Adityanath lecturing us on hate? What an irony': Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has slammed Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's comments on the southern state's stand on delimitation and the three-language policy.
First look of 'AJEY' biopic on Yogi Adityanath is out
The first look of the biopic AJEY- The Untold Story of a Yogi, detailing the life of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has been revealed.
Are Muslims safe in UP? Yogi responds with strong statement
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has asserted that all religions are safe in the state.
'The truth is, Sambhal predates Islam': Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath has said that Sambhal was mentioned in scriptures over 5,000 years old, and that Islam was established much later.
Why Adityanath's poster at Nepal king's rally is causing stir
A poster of UP CM Yogi Adityanath has created a political storm in Nepal.
'Didn't highlight Kumbh stampede to avoid panic': Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has finally broken his silence on the Maha Kumbh stampede in Prayagraj, which left 30 dead and 60 injured on January 29.
Boney Kapoor acquires land for Noida International Film City
The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) finally handed over the land to a consortium headed by filmmaker Boney Kapoor and the Bhutani Group.
'Wasn't easy, forgive me if...': Modi as Maha Kumbh concludes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday praised the successful culmination of the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, which saw over 66 crore people show up.
Akshay takes holy dip at Maha Kumbh, thanks Yogi Adityanath
Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar paid a visit to the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, just days before the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri (it will be celebrated this year on Wednesday).
FIRs against 140 social media handles for 'misleading' Kumbh content
Authorities in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh have intensified their crackdown on misinformation surrounding the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela.
Maha Kumbh 2025: Record-breaking 60 crore devotees expected by Shivratri
The ongoing Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj is expected to shatter all previous records with an estimated 60 crore devotees expected to attend by February 26. The date marks the last "snan" (holy bath) on Maha Shivratri.
Vishal Dadlani challenges Yogi Adityanath to drink Maha Kumbh water
Singer-composer Vishal Dadlani has challenged Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to drink water from the Maha Kumbh river, publicly.
Abandoned by son for Kumbh, ailing mother survives on 'chura'
A Jharkhand man has been accused of locking up his ailing mother at home while he and his family went to the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.
'Sangam water clean': Yogi calls high fecal bacteria report 'propaganda'
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that baseless allegations are circulating against Sanatan Dharma after a report flagged high levels of fecal coliform in Ganga at Prayagraj.
UP Assembly to allow regional dialects in proceedings
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a new policy allowing regional dialects to be used in the assembly.
Kumbh-bound rush in UP cities, railway stations on alert
The ongoing Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj has drawn over 50 crore devotees since it started on January 13.
New Delhi Railway Station stampede: 18 dead, inquiry ordered
A stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night left at least 18 people dead, including 11 women and four children.
10 Kumbh devotees killed in Prayagraj-Mirzapur highway collision
In a tragic incident, 10 Maha Kumbh devotees lost their lives in a deadly road accident on the Prayagraj-Mirzapur highway.
Ayodhya Ram temple's chief priest Satyendra Das dies at 85
Acharya Satyendra Das, the chief priest of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, died on Wednesday at the age of 85.
UP Cabinet approves new excise policy; alcohol price to increase
The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved a new Excise Policy for the fiscal year 2025-26.
PM Modi takes holy dip at Maha Kumbh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. The mela is known as the world's biggest spiritual and cultural congregation.
'Kumbh stampede not...very big incident': Hema Malini's remarks spark row
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and actor Hema Malini has stirred controversy by calling the recent Maha Kumbh stampede "not a very big incident."
'Bodies lifted using tractors': Akhilesh attacks Yogi over Kumbh stampede
Former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has slammed the state government over its handling of the Maha Kumbh stampede.
Third major holy dip begins at Kumbh on Vasant Panchami
The third major holy dip, the Basant Panchami bathing ritual, started at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Sunday.
Vice President Dhankhar takes holy dip in Sangam
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, along with his family, took part in a religious ceremony at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on Saturday.
Fire breaks out at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj
A fire broke out in 15 tents at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday morning.
Indian cricketer Deepti Sharma appointed as DSP in Uttar Pradesh
Deepti Sharma, one of the most celebrated all-rounders of Indian women's cricket team, has been officially appointed as the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Uttar Pradesh.
Maha Kumbh stampede: PIL filed seeking action against UP government
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court after the stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
What major changes have been announced after Maha Kumbh stampede
After a tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced a string of measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
Maha Kumbh stampede death toll climbs to 30
The death toll from the Maha Kumbh Mela stampede that took place in the early hours of Wednesday has risen to 30, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Vaibhav Krishna confirmed at a press conference in Prayagraj.
Maha Kumbh stampede: What went wrong
A stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, early Wednesday morning left over 30 people injured and at least 20 people dead.