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Sambhal mosque: UP Police fire tear gas to disperse crowd during survey, 10 detained

Videos circulating online show youths throwing stones at police, allegedly near the survey site in Sambhal.

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The Uttar Pradesh Police on Sunday used tear gas to disperse the crowd after it got violent and started stone pelting as tension escalated during a second survey of the Mughal-era mosque, claimed to be originally the site of an ancient Hindu temple. At least ten people were detained following the violent clash.

According to reports, a probe was launched into the violence. An official said that some people even tried to set fire to some motorcycles parked on the roadside.

Speaking on the matter, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav said a mosque survey team was sent to Sambhal again on Sunday morning, even after the survey was already done.

Citing the information, Yadav said a clash broke out and many have been injured and one youth has been killed. He alleged that the government, administration, and BJP have done this intentionally so that there can be no discussions on the irregularities that happened during the bypolls.

Meanwhile, BJP leader Dushyant Gautam said: “It is worrying, people say that they follow constitution, law, court, and when there is court-ordered survey, people are protesting against it. Court order should be respected.”

Another party leader Nalin Kohli said nobody has the right to break the law. The court order should be followed. “If they want a change, then the procedure for it is also through the court. Police will take action. If somebody had to put forward their point, they can do it through court,” he added.

Tensions have escalated in Sambhal recently following a survey of the Jama Masjid, conducted on local court orders last Tuesday after a petition claimed the site was originally home to a Harihar temple.

The local administration said that a second survey, led by an “Advocate Commissioner” as part of a court-mandated examination of the disputed area, commenced around 7 AM, attracting a gathering crowd.

Superintendent of Police Krishna Kumar Vishnoi stated, “Some miscreants in the crowd began pelting stones at the police team. The police employed minor force and tear gas to regain control of the situation.”

He mentioned that those involved in the stone-pelting and those who incited the violence would be identified and face legal action.

District Magistrate Rajendra Pesia said, “While some miscreants resorted to stone-pelting, the situation is now peaceful and the survey continues.” He also stated that approximately ten individuals had been detained in connection with the incident and were currently being interrogated.

Speaking to PTI, Uttar Pradesh Police chief Prashant Kumar said that the situation remained under control in Sambhal. “We are closely monitoring the situation. All police and civil administration officials are present and conducting patrols in the affected areas. Anti-social elements will be identified promptly, and strict measures will be enforced against them,” he added.

Videos circulating online show youths throwing stones at police, allegedly near the survey site in Sambhal.

Supreme Court lawyer Vishnu Shankar Jain, the petitioner in the matter, informed that the Court of Civil Judge (Senior Division) had ordered the formation of an “Advocate Commission” to survey the mosque. The court instructed that a report be submitted following a comprehensive videography and photography survey conducted by the commission.

According to Jain, the Central and UP governments, the mosque committee, and the district magistrate of Sambhal have all been included as parties in the petition regarding the mosque. Vishnu Shankar Jain and his father, Hari Shankar Jain, have represented the Hindu perspective in numerous cases related to places of worship, including the ongoing Gyanvapi Mosque-Kashi Vishwanath temple dispute.

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Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant among 32 inducted in Bihar cabinet expansion

Nishant Kumar entered the Bihar cabinet for the first time as 32 ministers from NDA allies took oath in a major expansion of the state government.

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A major cabinet expansion took place in Bihar on Thursday, with 32 leaders from the ruling NDA alliance inducted into the state government. Among the prominent names was Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, who entered the cabinet for the first time.

The expansion included representatives from all major NDA allies in the state. According to reports, the BJP secured 15 ministerial berths, while JD(U) got 13 positions. Two ministers were inducted from Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), while Hindustani Awam Morcha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha received one berth each.

The oath-taking ceremony was held in Patna in the presence of senior NDA leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Nishant Kumar’s induction comes weeks after he formally entered active politics. His entry into the Bihar cabinet is being viewed as a significant development for JD(U), which had long projected an anti-dynasty image under Nitish Kumar’s leadership.

The cabinet reshuffle follows Nitish Kumar’s move to the Rajya Sabha earlier this year and the formation of the government led by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary.

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PM Modi marks Operation Sindoor anniversary, calls it India’s firm stand against terrorism

PM Modi said Operation Sindoor showcased India’s firm response against terrorism while paying tribute to the armed forces on the operation’s first anniversary.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said Operation Sindoor demonstrated India’s firm response against terrorism and highlighted the country’s commitment to national security.

Marking one year of the operation, the Prime Minister praised the courage, precision and professionalism of the Indian armed forces. He said the military action was carried out in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that had claimed the lives of 26 civilians in 2025.

Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7, 2025, as a calibrated tri-services operation targeting terror infrastructure linked to cross-border terrorism. Reports said the operation showcased coordinated action by the armed forces and was seen as a major counter-terror response by India.

On the anniversary of the operation, PM Modi also changed the display pictures across his social media platforms, including X, Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. The image carried the text “Operation Sindoor” along with the Indian tricolour design.

The Indian Air Force also shared visuals and messages recalling the operation and highlighting India’s military response. A video released by the force described the operation as a strong message against terrorism and referred to the precision strikes carried out during the mission.

Operation Sindoor was launched following the Pahalgam terror attack, after which India carried out strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, according to official statements and reports published at the time.

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Vijay meets Tamil Nadu Governor again as TVK pushes to prove majority

TVK chief Vijay held another meeting with Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar as the party intensified efforts to secure majority support after emerging as the single-largest party in the Assembly elections.

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Actor-turned-politician Vijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar again on Thursday as his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), continued efforts to prove it has enough support to form the next government in the state.

TVK emerged as the single-largest party in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly after winning 108 seats, but it remains short of the majority mark of 118.

The Congress has extended support to TVK, adding five MLAs to Vijay’s side. However, the alliance still needs additional backing from other parties or independents to comfortably cross the halfway mark.

According to reports, the Governor has not yet been fully convinced that TVK currently has the required numbers to form a stable government. This has delayed clarity over the swearing-in ceremony and the formal invitation to form the government.

Political activity intensified after reports emerged that some AIADMK legislators were moved to a resort in Puducherry amid speculation over possible support to TVK. AIADMK leaders, however, publicly denied any internal crisis.

TVK sources have expressed confidence that the party will be able to demonstrate majority support during discussions with the Governor.

The Tamil Nadu election results marked a major political shift in the state, with TVK breaking the long-standing dominance of the DMK and AIADMK in its first Assembly election contest.

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