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First Post
3 days ago
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FirstUp: Kailash Mansarovar Yatra resumes and other big news of the day
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra starts again today after a five-year pause. The pilgrimage, held between June and September each year, is run by the Ministry of External Affairs. It lasts about 23 to 25 days and includes a demanding 45-km walk. In sports, Wimbledon begins today, with players moving from the clay surfaces of Paris to the iconic grass courts in London. The tournament will continue through to the middle of July read more The Kailash Mansarovar is seen from the flight. PTI Many big events are lined up for today. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is set to restart after being paused for five years. When people think of tennis, Wimbledon is often the first name that comes up. The tournament begins today. President Droupadi Murmu will be in Gorakhpur today for the first convocation of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Gorakhpur. RJD leader Lalu Prasad's son, Tej Pratap Yadav, will start his 'Janata Darbar'. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Today is also the final day for tech company Meta to pay the $220 million fine issued by Nigeria's consumer protection authority. Here is a look at the events: Kailash Mansarovar Yatra begins The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra resumes today after being suspended for five years. A total of 750 people were picked from over 5,500 applicants through a computer-based draw. Held every year from June to September, the yatra is organised by the Ministry of External Affairs. It takes place along two approved routes: the Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand and the Nathu La Pass in Sikkim. CNN-News18 Ground Report: Kailash Mansarovar Yatra resumes after 5 years as India-China relations thaw, first batch of Indian pilgrims reach Tibet @siddhantvm explains the significance of holy yatra as he undertakes the journey himself!@Sonal_MK @toyasingh |… — News18 (@CNNnews18) June 27, 2025 The journey takes around 23 to 25 days and includes a tough 45-km stretch on foot. For Indian passport holders, the cost is close to Rs. 2,25,000 each, while foreign pilgrims pay roughly US$3,275. Group numbers vary between 25 and 108 people per batch. Ties between India and China had remained frozen for over four years following the standoff in Eastern Ladakh. However, relations resumed after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the Brics summit in Kazan, Russia, last year. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Wimbledon kicks off Wimbledon kicks off today as players shift from the clay courts of Paris to London's iconic grass courts. In the men's draw, Carlos Alcaraz is hoping to build on his recent French Open success. Ranked world No. 2, Alcaraz had beaten Jannik Sinner to take the title in Paris. Sinner comes into Wimbledon as the top-ranked male player. Matches will run until mid-July. Reuters On the women's side, Barbora Krejcikova returns to defend her title after beating some strong contenders last year. Several higher-ranked players, who did not perform well at Wimbledon in 2024, will be eager to make a stronger showing this time. Matches will run until mid-July. The women's final is set for Saturday, July 12, followed by the men's final on Sunday. President Droupadi Murmu in Gorakhpur President Droupadi Murmu is set to visit Gorakhpur today to take part in the first convocation of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in the city. This will be her fourth trip to Gorakhpur in seven years, following an invitation from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The President is also expected to open the state's first AYUSH University in Pipri, on July 1, during her two-day tour. She will also visit the Gorakhnath Temple and pray at the shrine of Mahayogi Gorakhnath. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Last day for Meta to pay $220 million fine in Nigeria Today is the final date for tech firm Meta Platforms Inc., which owns Facebook and WhatsApp, to pay a $220 million fine set by Nigeria's consumer watchdog. The fine was issued in 2023 by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) after it found repeated breaches of data rules, as uncovered in a joint review with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission. Meta has said it does not accept the ruling. Reuters/File Photo As reported by Barron's, Meta has said it does not accept the ruling and disagrees with both the findings and the fine. Despite raising objections, Meta has been told to comply with the decision and settle the amount by the end of today, according to reports in local media. Tej Pratap Yadav to start 'Janata Darbar' With the Bihar Assembly Elections ahead, RJD leader Lalu Prasad's son Tej Pratap Yadav will launch 'Janata Darbar' today. It aims to offer people a direct chance to raise concerns and seek help. 'Janata Darbar, direct solution to public problems. Let's create a new chapter of Bihar together. Always with you, always with Bihar. From Monday, June 30, Janata Darbar will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at my residence, 26 M Strand Road,' Tej Pratap wrote. Last month, Tej Pratap was removed from the party for six years following controversy over a social media post that was later taken down. The post, shared on Facebook, went viral and claimed that Tej Pratap had been in a long-term relationship with a woman named Anushka Yadav. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD With inputs from agencies
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Abode of Lord Shiva; centre of faith and devotion in every tradition": PM Modi on resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, during his 123rd episode of 'Mann ki Baat', extended his best wishes to all devotees undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra He highlighted the importance of this pilgrimage, noting that Kailash Mansarovar is revered across multiple traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. 'After a long time, the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has had an auspicious re-start. Kailash Mansarovar, that is the abode of Lord Shiva. Kailash is considered the centre of faith and devotion in every tradition; be it Hindu, Buddhist or Jain,' said PM Modi. After a five-year gap, the revered Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Sikkim recommenced on June 20 with the ceremonial flagging off of the first batch of pilgrims by Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur from the Nathula Pass. The batch comprises 33 pilgrims, accompanied by two nodal officers and one doctor from the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), totalling 36 members. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) earlier confirmed that the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, one of the most significant religious pilgrimages for Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and followers of the Bon religion, will resume in 2025. The pilgrimage, suspended since 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and strained relations between India and China, is now being revived amid a larger diplomatic rapprochement between the two nations. Discussions regarding the resumption began at the Special Representatives' meeting in Beijing in December 2024, where India's NSA Ajit Doval met with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi. A follow-up visit by India's Foreign Secretary to Beijing in January 2025 paved the way for this year's planned yatra. Earlier on June 27, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Don Jun, on the sidelines of the SCO Defence Ministers Meeting in Qingdao, China. He said that it is incumbent on two nations to maintain this positive momentum and avoid adding new complexities in bilateral ties. He said that he and General Don Jun had 'constructive and forward-looking exchange of views' on issues related to bilateral ties. Rajnath Singh expressed happiness on the resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. constructive%20and%20forward-looking%20exchange%20of%20views'%20on%20issues%20related%20to%20bilateral%20ties.%20Rajnath%20Singh%20expressed%20happiness%20on%20the%20resumption%20of%20Kailash%20Mansarovar%20Yatra.%20%20https:/ target='_blank'>
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Ghaziabad is cleanest city: CM
1 2 Lucknow: Describing Ghaziabad as a shining example of positive change that had impacted Uttar Pradesh over the past eight years, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said that the city was once known for crime and gang-wars has now emerged as a model of development, cleanliness, and good governance. "Ghaziabad is now counted among the top 50 cleanest cities in the world and is the cleanest city in the state. Ten years ago, no one could have imagined that this district would be connected to a 12-lane greenfield expressway or that the country's first Rapid Rail would pass through it. But today, all of this has become a reality. Ghaziabad now has Rapid Rail, a 12-lane highway, metro connectivity, and an airport as well," the CM said at a ceremony to hand over travel kits to a group going on the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage. He also announced that each pilgrim returning from the Kailash Mansarovar trip will receive Rs 1 lakh financial assistance from the UP govt. Saying that Ghaziabad was entering a new phase of development as 'Greater Ghaziabad', the CM said that new initiatives would be taken under the plan very soon. Areas like Khoda, Loni, and Muradnagar will be brought under the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation to enable more comprehensive growth of the region. The CM also spoke about plans for an integrated office complex in Ghaziabad to bring all district offices under one roof. He also noted that steps taken in recent years have increased the green cover in Ghaziabad, making it a more beautiful city. He said that garbage heaps had been removed, and new models for greenery like Miyawaki forests and city forests can now be seen across the city. "We are also working on the revival of the Hindon river, which was once an identity of Ghaziabad, using natural methods, as well as large-scale tree plantations on both sides of the river under the 'Ek Ped Ma Ke Naam' campaign. The double-engine govt will continue this journey of development, and the administration will implement the suggestions and initiatives given by public representatives," he said.
United News of India
6 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
Ghaziabad, once known for crime, is now a model of good governance: Yogi
Ghaziabad, Jun 26 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said that the state has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last eight years, and Ghaziabad is a shining example of this change. 'The perception of the city has changed. Ghaziabad, which was once known for crime and gang-wars, is now emerging as a model of development, cleanliness, and good governance,' he said. The CM was speaking to media persons here today. He said, 'Ghaziabad is now counted among the top 50 cleanest cities in the world and is the most clean city in the state. Ten years ago, no one could have imagined that this district would be connected to a 12-lane greenfield expressway or that the country's first Rapid Rail would pass through it. But today, all of this has become a reality. Ghaziabad now has Rapid Rail, a 12-lane highway, metro connectivity, and an airport as well.' Before speaking to media, CM Yogi handed over travel kits to a group going on the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage. He warmly welcomed the pilgrims and wished them a safe and pleasant journey. He said, 'I pray to Lord Mahadev to bless all of you.' He also announced that each pilgrim returning from the Kailash Mansarovar trip will receive Rs 1 lakh in financial assistance from the Uttar Pradesh government. He further said that the Kailash Mansarovar Bhawan was established by the state government for the convenience of pilgrims, and today over 200 devotees have gathered there to begin their journey. Earlier in the morning, the Chief Minister attended the golden jubilee celebrations of Central Electronics Limited (CEL) in Ghaziabad. Together with Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, he laid the foundation stone for a Greenfield Data Center. The CM said that CEL, which was once a loss-making company, has now survived disinvestment and emerged as a profit-making 'Mini Ratna' public sector enterprise. The Chief Minister also spoke about Ghaziabad entering a new phase of development as 'Greater Ghaziabad.' Appreciating the good work done by all institutions, he said that new initiatives will soon be taken under the Greater Ghaziabad plan. Khoda, Loni, and Muradnagar will be brought under the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation to enable more comprehensive growth. He also discussed the plan for an integrated office complex to bring all district offices under one roof and to improve safety and law and order through the Police Commissionerate's headquarters. The Chief Minister also reviewed progress on development and infrastructure projects like the Baba Dudheshwarnath Temple corridor. Regarding the stadium land that the BCCI had acquired long ago but never developed, he instructed the Ghaziabad Development Authority to use that land to construct a stadium and manage it properly. The Chief Minister said that citizens can now begin using the Mansarovar Bhawan, Uttarakhand Bhawan, or Purvanchal Bhawan. Instructions have been given to the Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) and the Municipal Corporation to prepare a model for this so that it can be properly developed further. He also noted that steps taken in recent years have increased the green cover in Ghaziabad, making it a more beautiful city. Garbage heaps have been removed, and new models like Miyawaki forests and city forests can now be seen. The Chief Minister added that there were also meaningful discussions on the revival of the Hindon River — which was once an identity of Ghaziabad — using natural methods, as well as large-scale tree plantations on both sides of the river under the 'Ek Ped Ma Ke Naam' campaign. Issues like development and employment were also discussed. 'The double-engine government will continue this journey of development, and the administration will implement the suggestions and initiatives given by public representatives,' he said. UNI MBD RKM
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
After six-year wait, 36 Indian pilgrims arrive at Mount Kailash and Mansarovar for yatra
Six years after the last Kailash Mansarovar yatra (pilgrimage) was held, a group of 36 Indian pilgrims conducted the arduous trek around the 18,000-feet-high Mount Kailash and took in the waters at the Mansarovar lake. The yatra at one of Hinduism's most holy sites is the first of the people-to-people mechanisms between India and China that is being restored after the COVID-19 pandemic and Line of Actual Control (LAC) military stand-off which was decided when Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at Kazan last year. It is expected to be followed by other mechanisms, including the restoration of direct flights, opening of visas and tourism routes, as well as resolving economic and business-related issues through a separate mechanism. The pilgrims also arrived even as National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited China for SCO meetings. The first batch included all ages from 18 to 69, the group's organising leaders told a group of Indian journalists at the Zhunzhu Pu hostel, where they will stay for a few nights as they complete their Parikramas (circling the mountain and lake). Each group includes a doctor, and the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), that is the nodal agency for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra body (KMY) has also coordinated with the Chinese government to allow Indian cooks to travel ahead of the group and set up tents to provide them with food they are more familiar with. 'We are so happy that this yatra has been restarted, and for the past few years most of us had been approaching the MEA and the KMY repeatedly hoping they would resume the pilgrimage,' said Shailendra Sharma, coordinator of the group, whose members looked visibly moved by the experience. When asked, Suman Lata, newly retired as a school teacher, said while crossing over, the group had not felt any of the tensions between India and China that have dominated bilateral ties over the past few years, after the Galwan clashes, and stand-off between the Indian Army and the PLA at points like Demchok, only about 250 km east of Pulan (also called Burang). 'We have no truck with politics, I can only say that the Indian government sent us off very well and the Chinese government has received us extremely well too,' she told reporters. The group is one of 15 groups that are coming through the Nathu La pass in Sikkim and Lipulekh Pass with about 750 originally chosen, traversing more than 3,000 km from Gangtok and back between June 15 and July 2. Others will follow the same path or come via Lipulekh Pass from Uttarakhand, a slightly more difficult and longer trek to the strategically located peak close to the trijunction of India, Nepal and China. Survey of facilities In the run-up to the yatra, local officials said they conducted a thorough survey of facilities that would be used. While several non-resident Indians (NRIs) have been able to conduct the pilgrimage using private travel agencies over the last few years, their numbers have been lower than before, which meant a downturn in the work local Tibetan porters receive, and business in small neighbouring towns. 'The grand organisation for this cross-Himalayan cultural exchange is an important consensus between the leaders of India and China,' Wen Tao, Deputy Commissioner of Ali Prefecture, who came to greet the first batch and oversaw arrangements, said. He added that Chinese officials had worked on improving the efficiency of the immigration check point at Nathu La with biometrics, providing multilingual interpreters at different stages, oxygen facilities and special prayer areas at the sites. Recovering from the day's trek of more than 19 km, that took them to a height of 5,590 metres via Dolma Point, Pranav Gupta from Jammu said they were grateful to both governments for the itinerary that ensured they acclimatised gradually to the higher altitudes and oxygen issues. 'It is faith not fitness that really gets us through each day of this trek,' said Ms. Lata. Apart from Hindus who revere the 6,638 m high peak as the abode of one of their most powerful gods, Shiva, as well as the gates to the heavens, the sites are also worshipped by Buddhists, who believe the peak, that is referred to as 'Mount Meru', is the central source of spiritual energy. For Jains, one of their first Tirthankaras Rishabdeva is believed to have attained salvation after a trek to what they call Mount 'Ashtapada'. Tibetan Bons, another ancient religion, also revere the mountain and the lake, and pilgrims and worshippers of several faiths are seen doing the 'Koras' or routes around them in the summer season. As a result of the 'sacredness' of the sites, the Chinese government decided in 2001-2002 to ban all attempts to climb Mount Kailash, and visits to the Mansarovar lake, one of a twin pair of lakes there, are also strictly regulated. India and China agreed in 1981 to restart the ancient pilgrimage route.
