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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Health services in state are in ICU, says Akhilesh
Lucknow: Blood donation is the greatest gift, and by donating it voluntarily, we can help patients in need. It's good to donate blood on special occasions like a child's birthday, parents' anniversary, or your own wedding anniversary, said chief . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He was speaking at a blood donation camp at KGMU on Monday, organised to mark his birthday on July 1. The camp was organised by members of the Maurya, Shakya, Kushwaha, and Saini communities, where 107 youth and party workers donated blood. Akhilesh praised the volunteers and called the event a true example of socialism and public service. Targeting the state govt, the former CM said, "Health services in Uttar Pradesh are in the ICU. Hospitals are in poor shape, and facilities exist only on paper. The poor are left to fend for themselves." He added that the medical infrastructure built during the SP govt is now being neglected. Praising KGMU, Yadav said the institution is among the most respected globally, with its doctors serving worldwide. "If the SP returns to power, we'll invest every possible resource to build world-class institutions and ensure the poor get proper treatment," he said. He also criticised the BJP-led govt over the state of business and industry, calling the situation an "economic emergency." He said that a major UP-based infrastructure firm was being sold, warning that privatisation is harming employment and economic growth. "If businesses thrive, jobs will grow, and the economy will strengthen," he said. On environmental issues, he alleged that the BJP failed to clean rivers despite large budgets. "They didn't clean rivers—they cleaned out the funds," he said, promising to beautify the Gomti riverfront and install a statue of freedom fighter Virangana Devi Paswan if the SP returns to power. He thanked the PDA (pichda, dalit, alpsankhyak) workers for organising the camp, urging that his birthday be celebrated as a day of service and social commitment.
India Today
5 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
WPL: UP Warriorz part ways with Jon Lewis after three-year association
Women's Premier League (WPL) side UP Warriorz have parted ways with head coach Jon Lewis after a three-year association, which started with the first season of the tournament. The Warriorz finished at the bottom of the standings last season. Lewis had guided the UP Warriorz to the WPL Playoffs in the inaugural season, where they were eventually beaten by champions Mumbai Indians. They finished fourth on the table in his second season in charge and under his guidance, the Warriorz have won a total of nine matches from 25. advertisementAlso Read: West Indies cricketer accused of sexual assault, victims allege cover-up: Report The UP-based franchise announced the decision on their social media platforms with a special message for Lewis. The Warriroz said that Lewis believed in the team from day one and he will always be part of the family. "From day one, you believed in us. Through the highs, the learnings, and everything in between, Thank You, Coach Jon Lewis, for leading with heart, calm, and belief. You will always be a part of the Warriorz Family," the franchise wrote in the social media day one, you believed in us. Through the highs, the learnings, and everything in between — Thank You, Coach Jon Lewis, for leading with heart, calm, and belief. You'll always be a part of the Warriorz Family. UP Warriorz (@UPWarriorz) June 27, 2025advertisementBesides his job with the Warriorz, Lewis was also the head coach of the England women's team since November 2022. He recently relinquished the role in March this year. Charlotte Edwards took over from Lewis as the coach of the England women's team. Lewis has played county cricket for Gloucestershire, Surrey and Sussex. During his international career representing England, Lewis played a total of one Test, 13 ODIs and two T20Is. - Ends
The Print
30-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Behind Apna Dal (S) naming a Dalit UP chief, a bid to cut into BSP's voter base
Gautam, an old loyalist and the party's co-operative wing chief, has now taken up the responsibility. The 60-year-old hails from the Sitapur district, and has also been a Dalit rights activist and social worker for the past two decades. Earlier this month, the former state president, Raj Kumar Pal, had resigned from the position after accusing Anupriya and her husband Ashish Patel—a minister in Uttar Pradesh cabinet—of neglecting him and mistreating party workers. Lucknow: Union Minister Anupriya Patel's Apna Dal (Sonelal) appointed Jatav R.P. Gautam as the president of its Uttar Pradesh unit Thursday, in a move which is being viewed as the party's attempt to woo the Dalit community. The position of state president was previously held by an OBC leader (Pal), but now the party has picked a Jatav (segment of Dalit community) leader for the role for the first time in a bid to increase its outreach, according to party functionaries. 'This is the first time we have appointed a Jatav state chief, in line with our social engineering plan. We are hoping for positive results,' Ashish Patel told ThePrint. A senior functionary said, on the condition of anonymity, that the party wants to step out of the image of an OBC party. 'This move comes at a time when the support base of BSP (Bahujan Samaj Party), which is considered the first choice of Jatavs, has been shrinking for the last few years. Jatavs are looking for an alternative. So, our leadership has decided to focus on increasing its base. The population of Jatavs is above 12 percent in the state, which is significant in creating an impact in electoral politics,' the leader told ThePrint. Now, as the party focuses on the preparation for the upcoming local body elections this year and the 2027 assembly elections, Gautam has been given this big responsibility, he added. However, Apna Dal (S) is not the only party eyeing BSP's core vote bank. The Samajwadi Party's 'Pichda, Dalit, Alpasankhyak (backward-Dalit-minority)' plank got a big boost in April this year, following the induction of former minister and BSP founding member Daddu Prasad, along with a few other local BSP leaders. Before this, SP had inducted several BSP leaders last year, too. Additionally, SP's district units had also held a week-long 'Swambhiman Samman Samaroh' to mark the birth anniversary of B.R. Ambedkar this year. The aim was to reach out to prominent members of the Dalit community at grassroot level and felicitate them. Similarly, Nagina MP Chandrashekhar Azad-led Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) is also planning to expand their base, having completed the process of appointing local units in all 75 districts of the state. UP-based political analyst Shilp Shikha Singh explained that BSP's 'downfall' has opened up space for other parties in terms of the Dalit voter base. 'Every party has realised after Lok Sabha results in UP that there is scope to gain this 'loyal' vote bank of the BSP, as the old party is not able to perform well in polls. The grand celebration announcements on Ambedkar Jayanti last month have also given a hint that every party is eyeing Dalit votes. As of now, it seems like a smart move by a BJP ally (Apna Dal).' (Edited by Mannat Chugh) Also Read: Why Raj Kumar Pal stepped down as UP chief of Apna Dal (S), a '2-personality show'
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
AAP appoints Board heads, draws flak from opposition
Chandigarh: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Deepak Chauhan was on Monday appointed as the chairman of the Punjab Large Industrial Development Board, while Reena Gupta has been named the chairperson of the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB). The appointments, however, evoked criticism, with opposition leaders slamming the AAP govt for picking two "non-Punjabis" for these positions. While Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal said "never before in the history of the state have outsiders been handed over all important posts", leader of opposition in Punjab assembly Partap Singh Bajwa mocked the Bhagwant Mann govt's "badlav (change)" claim. "What a masterstroke by CM Bhagwant Mann. Deepak Chouhan – ex-PA to AAP backroom boss Sandeep Pathak, hailing from UP – is now chairman of Punjab's Large Industrial Development Board. No industrial experience? Not Punjabi? Loyalty over merit? And yes, all perks funded by Punjabis' hard-earned taxes. Meanwhile, Reena Gupta – another non-Punjabi and former Delhi SEIAA member – is now chairperson of Punjab Pollution Control Board. Nepotism? No, no… it's called Badlav," Bajwa posted on X. Another Congress leader and Bholath MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira said: "Shocking to learn that a non-Punjabi (Chauhan), probably belonging to Uttar Pradesh and personal assistant to Sandip Pathak, the Rajya Sabha MP of AAP, has been appointed as chairman of the Punjab Industrial Corporation by CM Mann," said Khaira. "Firstly, it's an insult to all those AAP volunteers who have worked for the party and secondly, it shows AAP is so bankrupt of leadership that they couldn't find a suitable person from Punjab for this office," he added. Sukhbir, in a post on X, said: "Chief minister @BhagwantMann has again shown that he is ready to sell his conscience and his state to @ArvindKejriwal to remain in his chair. Now he has surrendered two key posts – chairperson of the Punjab Pollution Control Board and chairman of the Punjab Large Industrial Development Board to acolytes of Kejriwal and the matter's henchman @SandeepPathak04 — Reena Gupta (advisor to Kejriwal and secretary, Delhi AAP) and Deepak Chauhan (UP-based aide of Pathak). " AAP spokesperson Pawan Kumar Tinu also figures in the list of 31 persons appointed as chairman, vice chairmen, and directors in various govt boards and corporations. Tinu, who unsuccessfully contested the Lok Sabha election from Jalandhar, has been named the chairman of the Punjab State Cooperative Agricultural Development Bank. Prabhvir Brar has been appointed as the chairman of PUNSUP, while Tejpal Singh Gill has been appointed as the chairman of PUNGRAIN. Additionally, nearly 20 vice-chairmen and directors have been appointed across different boards and corporations. The govt has also appointed two new members to Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. Posting the lists on his X account, chief minister Bhagwant Mann congratulated the new appointees and asked them to carry out their responsibilities with diligence and honesty. Sukhbir, though, claimed that the AAP leadership wanted to "loot" Punjab. "The intention is clear. The @AamAadmiParty leadership in Delhi wants to loot Punjab's industry and fill its coffers. Bhagwant Mann has become a willing tool in this systematic policy of plunder," he said. Questioning the appointments, Congress' Patiala MP Dharamvira Gandhi posted on X: "CM Bhagwant Mann has completely surrendered the chair to his Delhi bosses. Punjab will not accept such appointments." Gandhi was commenting on a post by RTI activist Manik Goyal, who posted: "Kejriwal's Delhi gang continues to tighten its grip on Punjab with the appointment of Reena Gupta as Chairperson of the Punjab Pollution Control Board. This is one of the most crucial boards in the state. How can a non-Punjabi, with no understanding of Punjab, be appointed to such a key position? Did CM Bhagwant Mann not find a single capable engineer from Punjab to lead this board, or is Kejriwal running the Punjab govt now?" Several AAP leaders had been waiting for these appointments as a reward for the grassroots level workers who contributed to the party during the last assembly and Lok Sabha elections. "The fact that these appointments are now being made indicated that the party leadership is bracing up for the next electoral battle," said an AAP leader. AAP leader Reena Gupta replaced Adarsh Pal Vig as the chairperson of the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB). She is believed to be the first woman to head the body ever since it was set up in 1975. A separate order was issued for her appointment by the secretary, department of science and technology and environment, on Monday. Criticising the decision, Khaira posted on X: "Bhagwant Mann's double blunder, after committing a serious mistake of appointing a non-Punjabi as chairman of the Industrial Board he has now handed over the most vital position of chairperson, Punjab Pollution Control Board, to one Reena Gupta, secretary, AAP Delhi, and former advisor to the Kejriwal govt." "Both appointments clearly show that Arvind Kejriwal wants to control the industry of Punjab through his henchmen… This blatantly wrong appointment should be scrapped immediately, and an eminent Punjabi should be appointed to this vital position," he added. Vidhan Sabha Panels (BOX) Punjab assembly speaker on Monday nominated MLAs as chairpersons of various House committees. AAP MLA Inderbir Singh Nijjar will head the public accounts committee, while Manjit Singh Bilaspur will be the chairperson for the committee on estimates. Deputy speaker Jai Krishan Singh will be the ex-officio chairman of the House committee and Budh Ram will head the committee on panchayati raj institutions. MSID:: 121272867 413 |
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nancy Tyagi returns to Cannes red carpet in self-made gown carved from Seelampur fabrics
Listed among the most influential digital creators in India, the 24-year-old former UPSC aspirant and now a full-time fashionista, Nancy Tyagi, took our breath away last year with her Cannes debut. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Ditching wearing luxurious couture on the Cannes red carpet in 2024, she became the first attendee to create flutter with her own design and instantly rose to success in the Indian influencer industry. Enjoying a following of millions on social media for all the right reasons, Nancy Tyagi sewed her way back to the Cannes Film Festival this year, leaving the internet in awe yet again. The internet dubbed her as 'The doll of Cannes 2025', as she created a stunning silver gown featuring a plunging neckline, corseted bodice frame, and structured detailing from her midriff decorated with charming sequins. (Image Credits: Instagram) With rose florets on the skirt with a multi-layered tulle skirt attached to the hemline, this figure-snatching showcase was teamed with a roaring headpiece on the back. She quickly styled the gown with statement-making jewels, including dangling earrings having emerald-cut stones and a glittering stack of rings, with bold silver-shaded nails. From Uttar Pradesh to Cannes 2024: Fashion influencer Nancy Tyagi's triumph on the red carpet Tying her hair in a sleek centre-parted twisted bun, she opted for smoky eyes, winged eyeliner, feathered eyebrows, mascara-adorned lashes, and glowing highlighter with a brown lip shade and neatly balanced the overall glam show. (Image Credits: Instagram) The UP-based fashion influencer got her big break last year when she made waves at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, where she designed her own red carpet gown. Creating a mesmerising grand ensemble in a mere 30 days, her attention to detail and determination with creative power made her receive a spot on Forbes India's top digital influencer list for 2024. Receiving several other accolades, including 'Disruptor of the Year' and 'The Fashion Favourite Heritage Icon of the Year' at the National Creators Award last year, she quickly became the subject of interest in fashion circles, not for the glam or grandeur, but for her creative energy, focus, and hard work. With social media noting her grace and talent everywhere, her couture-level drama is impossible to miss.
