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Hindustan Times
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
It's anti-people: Mayawati on rail fare hike
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Tuesday slammed the Centre for the hike in railway passenger fare from July 1. Terming the decision of the railway ministry to increase the fares 'against the general public interest and more of a business-minded decision rather than the welfare objective of the Constitution', she demanded that the government should immediately withdraw the hike. BSP chief Mayawati. (HT file) Addressing a press conference in Lucknow, the BSP chief said, 'As it is known that when most of the people of the country are suffering and unhappy due to hunger, inflation, poverty, unemployment and decrease in income, the increase in the train fare in the country by the Centre in such a situation seems to be a decision taken against the general public interest.' Mayawati alleged that the practice of increasing the exploitation of the common man by increasing the burden on their daily life through railways just like GST in the name of 'Nation First' was extremely unfair. 'It would be better if the government reconsiders it immediately,' she said. 'For crores of people here, the train journey is not a fashion, pleasure or tourism, rather it is a very painful journey and compulsion due to the increasing poverty, inflation, acute shortage of respectable permanent employment in the country, compulsion to leave their homes and migrate to feed the family,' she claimed. The government should not adopt a commercial approach towards them but treat them with sympathy and welfare, she said and added this has been everyone's expectation. 'Therefore, instead of worrying only for its own benefit and for a handful of rich and prosperous people, the government should take proper care of the crores of people of the country who are yearning to live a life of self-respect,' Mayawati said. 'Around 95 crore people in the country have been forced to become beneficiaries of at least one social welfare scheme of the government. Due to this, the number of such helpless people has increased to about 64.3 per cent in the current year 2025, whereas in 2016 this number was only about 22 per cent,' the BSP chief alleged. Attacking the BJP government in Delhi, she alleged that it was adopting an anti-people attitude of ruthlessly displacing the poor and those who migrate from other states, especially from UP, Bihar and Bengal for livelihood, without making any other arrangements. 'Their slums are being demolished so ruthlessly that it is very sad and shameful,' she alleged, stressing that the Delhi government says it is following the court's order. But, the honourable court did not say that you should displace them without making any other arrangements. The court has definitely said you should remove them but the court did not say that you should not make any other arrangements for them, she said. 'It is the responsibility of the government to first make alternative arrangements to settle them before removing their slums,' Mayawati added.
India Gazette
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
Mika Singh calls Diljit Dosanjh
New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Musician Mika Singh called Diljit Dosanjh a 'fake singer' and 'irresponsible' after the musician collaborated with the Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in his upcoming film 'Sardaar Ji 3'. Taking to his Instagram handle, Mika Singh shared a long note, slamming Diljit for acting 'irresponsibly' by releasing content featuring an artist 'from across the border.' Titled 'Desh Pehle (Nation First)', the note read, 'Guys, as we all know, the relationship between India and Pakistan isn't going well right now. Yet some people continue to act irresponsibly. Before releasing any content that involves artists from across the border, they should think twice - especially when our nation's dignity is involved.' The 'Mauja Hi Mauja' singer recalled the Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor's movie 'Abir Gulaal', which was banned in India following the Pahalgam terror attack earlier this year. Mika Singh said it's 'shocking' that despite such examples, some artists fail to understand the gravity of the ongoing tensions between the two neighbouring nations. He also slammed Diljit for his silence amid the ongoing controversy, saying he left his fans 'betrayed' and 'helpless'. 'There was a film featuring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor that many of us opposed, and yet, some still don't seem to get the message. What's more shocking is that a fake singer, after doing 10 shows in India with thousands of fans buying tickets, has now disappeared - leaving fans betrayed and helpless,' wrote Mika Singh. Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming film, Sardaar Ji 3, has been receiving a backlash from social media, the music fraternity, and the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) after its trailer release. FWICE has condemned Diljit Dosanjh and his team for casting Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in 'Sardaar Ji 3' and demanded action from the Indian government. Citing Aamir's controversial stance against India and her role in spreading anti-India narratives, FWICE has called for the revocation of the filmmaker's passports and a nationwide ban on the film's release in India. The film body also wrote a letter to Bhushan Kumar, Chairman & Managing Director, T-Series, J.P. Dutta, Nidhi Dutta Producers, JP Films, and director Anurag Singh on Tuesday, expressing their disappointment with them for casting Diljit Dosanjh in their upcoming film, Border 2. Amid a storm surrounding his collaboration with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh also took to social media with a cryptic message on Tuesday. Diljit shared a cryptic post on Instagram that read, 'Censored before release?' The post was about the long-awaited film 'Punjab 95', which was delayed due to censorship issues. The film, directed by Honey Trehan and produced by Ronnie Screwvala, tells the story of Khalra, known for uncovering human rights violations during Punjab's militancy era. Meanwhile, on Monday, Diljit shared the trailer of the horror-comedy franchise on his Instagram and announced that the film will be released exclusively overseas on June 27. Diljit captioned the trailer post: 'Sardaar Ji 3 releasing 27th June OVERSEAS only. FADH LAO BHOOND DIAN LATTAN.' The trailer of 'Sardaar Ji 3' is currently not on YouTube India but has been shared by Diljit on his Instagram page. (ANI)
India.com
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Mika Singh Calls Diljit Dosanjh Fake Singer Amid Sardaar Ji 3 Controversy
New Delhi: Musician Mika Singh called Diljit Dosanjh a "fake singer" and "irresponsible" after the musician collaborated with the Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in his upcoming film 'Sardaar Ji 3'. Taking to his Instagram handle, Mika Singh shared a long note, slamming Diljit for acting "irresponsibly" by releasing content featuring an artist "from across the border." Titled 'Desh Pehle (Nation First)', the note read, "Guys, as we all know, the relationship between India and Pakistan isn't going well right now. Yet some people continue to act irresponsibly. Before releasing any content that involves artists from across the border, they should think twice - especially when our nation's dignity is involved." The 'Mauja Hi Mauja' singer recalled the Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor's movie 'Abir Gulaal', which was banned in India following the Pahalgam terror attack earlier this year. Mika Singh said it's "shocking" that despite such examples, some artists fail to understand the gravity of the ongoing tensions between the two neighbouring nations. He also slammed Diljit for his silence amid the ongoing controversy, saying he left his fans "betrayed" and "helpless". "There was a film featuring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor that many of us opposed, and yet, some still don't seem to get the message. What's more shocking is that a fake singer, after doing 10 shows in India with thousands of fans buying tickets, has now disappeared - leaving fans betrayed and helpless," wrote Mika Singh. Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming film, Sardaar Ji 3, has been receiving a backlash from social media, the music fraternity, and the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) after its trailer release. FWICE has condemned Diljit Dosanjh and his team for casting Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in 'Sardaar Ji 3' and demanded action from the Indian government. Citing Aamir's controversial stance against India and her role in spreading anti-India narratives, FWICE has called for the revocation of the filmmaker's passports and a nationwide ban on the film's release in India. The film body also wrote a letter to Bhushan Kumar, Chairman & Managing Director, T-Series, J.P. Dutta, Nidhi Dutta Producers, JP Films, and director Anurag Singh on Tuesday, expressing their disappointment with them for casting Diljit Dosanjh in their upcoming film, Border 2. Amid a storm surrounding his collaboration with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh also took to social media with a cryptic message on Tuesday. Diljit shared a cryptic post on Instagram that read, "Censored before release?" The post was about the long-awaited film 'Punjab 95', which was delayed due to censorship issues. The film, directed by Honey Trehan and produced by Ronnie Screwvala, tells the story of Khalra, known for uncovering human rights violations during Punjab's militancy era. Meanwhile, on Monday, Diljit shared the trailer of the horror-comedy franchise on his Instagram and announced that the film will be released exclusively overseas on June 27. Diljit captioned the trailer post: "Sardaar Ji 3 releasing 27th June OVERSEAS only. FADH LAO BHOOND DIAN LATTAN." The trailer of 'Sardaar Ji 3' is currently not on YouTube India but has been shared by Diljit on his Instagram page.
United News of India
23-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Soldiers who have sacrificed for the country need cooperation from society: Nitin Gadkari
Pune, June 23 ( UNI) Union Minister for Roads and Highways Nitin Gadkari said that along with expressing respect for soldiers who are ready to sacrifice their everything for the country, it is necessary to have service towards them and put it into action on occasions. Gadkari was speaking at the 'Nation First' programme organised by the Marathi Journalists' Association to express gratitude to the soldiers who suffered disabilities while performing their duty of defending the country. On the occasion, the soldiers of the Indian Army and the Border Security Force who suffered disabilities while performing their duty were honored by Gadkari with medals and the national flag. Similarly, editors and journalists who have done remarkable work in the field of journalism with the interest of society in mind were also honored at the event. The event was attended by Symbiosis Education Institute founder SB Majumdar, Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil, Tarun Bharat Belgaum Consulting Editor Kiran Thakur, Lokmat News Group Group Editor Vijay Baviskar, Pudhari Pune edition resident editor Sunil Mali, Punyanagari director Bhavesh Shingote, Rashtriya Marathi Morcha founder Anand Rekhi, Lokmanya Multipurpose Cooperative Society manager Sushil Jadhav and Marathi Journalists Association state president Kiran Joshi and other dignitaries. The soldiers who are ready to sacrifice everything for the country need no sympathy but cooperation from the society. It is our duty as citizens to be grateful to the soldiers, Gadkari said. Gadkari praised the programme organized by the Marathi Journalists Association to express gratitude to the soldiers and appealed to other organisations to organise such programmes. 'Nation First' is not just a slogan. It is a vision. It is a resolution. The concept of Nation First is not limited to defence only. Everyone needs to think about whether their every action is in the interest of the country or not. Nation First is the duty of every citizen, said Mujumdar. Colonel Vasant Ballewar, Dean of Queen Mary Technical Institute, which develops technology to make the lives of disabled soldiers easier, briefly introduced the proud achievements of the felicitated soldiers. He emphasised that Punekars have immense love for soldiers. Journalists need to be socially conscious. Therefore, Kiran Joshi, in his introduction, said that Marathi Journalists' Association, as an organisation of journalists, is giving priority to social activities on a large scale along with implementing welfare schemes for journalists. UNI SP RN
Hindustan Times
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Yogi greets PM Modi on completing 11 years in office
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath has congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completion of 11 years of his government calling it 'completion of 11 golden years of service, good governance and welfare of the people'. In a post on X, Yogi said, 'Heartiest congratulations to all on the completion of 11 golden years of service, good governance and welfare of the poor under the successful leadership of respected Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji! This is not just a period but a proof of the fact that through service-oriented governance, widespread positive change can be brought in the life of the common citizen. Hearty congratulations to the Prime Minister for the spirit of Nation First, the resolve to serve the people, the vow of Antyodaya and dedication to the creation of 'Developed India - Self-reliant India' #11YearsOfSeva !' In another post on X, the CM referred to the Modi government's various initiatives, saying these measures underline the PM's commitment to make life easier for the common man. 'Several public welfare initiatives such as Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Swanidhi Yojana, Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, Jan Dhan Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, which accelerate social and economic transformation, underline the Prime Minister's commitment to making life easier for the common man, empowering the deprived and making the system result-oriented,' Yogi wrote. 'From heritage to development, from the speed of metro to cheap and easy air travel, from Vande Bharat trains to new highways, from infrastructure to industry, from agriculture to commerce, from national security to social security, from social prosperity to social justice, India is writing a new saga of development in various sectors,' the CM's post read. 'Ensuring the prosperity of faith, identity, livelihood and economy #11YearsOfSeva paves the way to make India a superpower,' he said.
