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Priyanka Gandhi addresses pratigya rally in UP’s Gorakhpur, cut-outs of Indira Gandhi, Sardar Patel put up at venue

Speaking at the rally in Gorakhpur, Gandhi hit out at Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath alleging that Dalits, OBCs, Brahmins and others have been exploited under the BJP government. The Yogi-Adityanath government is working against the teachings of Guru Gorakhnath, she said.

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Ahead of the next year’s Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, the Congress’ general secretary Priyanka Gandhi reached Gorakhpur to address a pratigya rally on Sunday. The pratigya rally is a series of rallies being held by the Uttar Pradesh Congress across the state.

Her visit comes on the occasion of the 37th death anniversary of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and the 146th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

The cut-outs of former PM Indira Gandhi and Iron Man of India Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel were seen at the venue of Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi’s pratigya rally.

Speaking at the rally in Gorakhpur, Gandhi hit out at Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath alleging that Dalits, OBCs, Brahmins and others have been exploited under the BJP government. The Yogi-Adityanath government is working against the teachings of Guru Gorakhnath, she said.

Gandhi also hit out at the BJP accusing them of selling the assets built over the last 70 years. The Congress established the railways, airports and roads whereas the BJP is selling them, she said.

Since October, Priyanka Gandhi has paid Uttar Pradesh visit several times amid Lakhimpur Kheri violence and the death of a person in Agra custody.

In her speech, Gandhi also targeted Uttar Pradesh’s major political parties including Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party and Mayawati’s Dalit outfit BSP on a range of issues like Covid and unemployment. Where were these parties during the times of struggle, she asked the Samajwadi Party and the BSP. Only Congress has always extended its fullest support to the people of Uttar Pradesh, she said.

In her speech, Gandhi denied allegations of Congress working in collusion with the BJP for the UP polls. She will die but never ever kind of relationship with BJP, she said. She also announced that if the Congress came to power in Uttar Pradesh, 20 lakh youths would be given jobs, women would get the facility of free bus travel and fishing would be given the status of farming.

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Priyanka Gandhi had launched her campaign with a rally from Varanasi, which is Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s parliamentary constituency, on October 10.

She has changed the political narrative in Uttar Pradesh to an extent by announcing 40% reservation of tickets for women with an aim to override caste discrimination with gender politics.

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Farm loan waiver: Eknath Shinde says Maharashtra govt committed to fulfilling all poll promises, day after Ajit Pawar’s state’s financial constraints remark

His statements came shortly after Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Ajit Pawar had remarked on the necessity for farmers to manage their finances effectively rather than wait for potential relief from loan waivers.

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Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said on Saturday that the government is committed to fulfilling every promise made in its election manifesto, a day after a controversial remark by his cabinet colleague, Ajit Pawar, who suggested that farmers should not expect a waiver on crop loans and should instead pay their dues on time due to the state’s financial limitations.

Shinde emphasized the importance of maintaining a balanced state budget, asserting that there should be sufficient funding for welfare programs, development projects, and employee salaries.

He announced plans to increase the monthly aid for women under the Ladki Bahin Yojana from ₹1,500 to ₹2,100, contingent on the improvement of the state’s financial situation.

His statements came shortly after Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Ajit Pawar had remarked on the necessity for farmers to manage their finances effectively rather than wait for potential relief from loan waivers.

“We will honor every commitment stated in our manifesto. No promise will be ignored, and we will never consider it a mistake in printing,” Shinde, who is also the leader of Shiv Sena, told reporters when responding to inquiries about Pawar’s comments.

While visiting the samadhi of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Vadhu, Pune district, on the anniversary of his death, Shinde reiterated the government’s ongoing support for agriculture over the last two and a half years.

He noted that the government had provided ₹16,000 crore in relief for farmers suffering from crop damage due to unseasonal rains.

He also pointed out the allocation of ₹45,000 crore for related agricultural initiatives and mentioned current programs like the Shetkari Samman Yojana and Crop Insurance Scheme, underscoring the government’s dedication to the agricultural sector.

In response to questions about the planned increase in aid under the Ladki Bahin Yojana, Shinde assured that “as soon as the state’s economic conditions improve, our sisters will receive ₹2,100. We will keep our promises.”

Moreover, he emphasized the need for funding across all areas, including welfare initiatives, development, and personnel wages. He expressed confidence that enhanced investments would strengthen the state’s financial position.

Defending the Saugat-e-Modi scheme against opposition criticisms, Shinde highlighted that programs initiated by the Prime Minister have successfully lifted 35 crore individuals out of poverty and provided free rations to 80 crore people across various communities.

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India launches Operation Brahma, sends 80 NDRF personnel to quake-hit Myanmar

“Rescue dogs trained in detecting survivors under debris are also part of the mission,” an official said, adding that operations will follow protocols of the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG).

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India is dispatching an 80-member National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team to assist in relief operations following a powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand on Friday. The disaster has claimed over 1,000 lives in Myanmar, with rescue workers struggling to reach survivors trapped under collapsed buildings.

Under Operation Brahma, the NDRF contingent is being airlifted from Hindon Airbase in Ghaziabad aboard two Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft. The team, led by Commandant P.K. Tiwary of the 8th NDRF Battalion, includes specialized urban search and rescue (USAR) personnel equipped with concrete cutters, drilling machines, and seismic listening devices.

“Rescue dogs trained in detecting survivors under debris are also part of the mission,” an official said, adding that operations will follow protocols of the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG).

In addition to manpower, India has airlifted 15 tonnes of emergency relief supplies to Yangon aboard an IAF C-130J transport aircraft. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed solidarity with Myanmar, stating, “India stands ready to provide all possible assistance to our neighboring nation in this hour of crisis.”

In Mandalay, Myanmar’s cultural capital, devastation is widespread. A 7.7-magnitude quake—shallow and destructive—flattened buildings, including the 12-story Sky Villa Condominium, now halved in height with nearly 100 residents feared trapped.

Exhausted local rescuers scrambled through rubble, with time running out. At one site, a monastery’s collapsed clock tower bore silent witness, its hands frozen at 12:55 PM—minutes after the quake struck.

This marks India’s third major overseas NDRF deployment, following the 2015 Nepal earthquake and 2023 Türkiye-Syria quake. 

China is set to offer Myanmar aid valued at 100 million yuan (approximately $13.77 million) following a devastating earthquake that claimed over 1,000 lives, as announced by its embassy on Saturday, March 29.

This assistance will consist of tents, blankets, emergency medical kits, food, water, and other vital supplies, with the initial shipment scheduled to arrive on March 31, according to a post on the Chinese embassy’s Facebook page.

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Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans: Hardik Pandya’s comeback and Jos Buttler’s role in focus after opening losses

Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians face off in IPL 2025, both looking to bounce back from opening defeats. Hardik Pandya returns to boost MI’s chances.

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Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans, both coming from their opening losses, are set to lock horn against each other at Gujarat’s Narendra Modi stadium Stadium on Saturday. The statake of both the teams would be really high as when they took to the field as they aim to avoid a second consecutive loss and stay competitive in the league standings.

Mumbai Indians, despite a fighting debut from Vignesh Puthur, fell short against Chennai Super Kings in their tournament opener. While Gujarat Titans found themselves outplayed, with their bowling exposed by Shreyas Iyer and Shashank Singh. Their batting, though promising in the chase, faltered under pressure at a critical stage.

Adding intrigue to this matchup is the return of Hardik Pandya to the Mumbai Indians playing XI. The former GT captain, who led them to their title triumph in 2022, is back after serving a suspension. His inclusion is expected to bring balance to the side with both bat and ball, potentially replacing Satyanarayana Raju in the XI. Mumbai may also consider rotating their overseas picks, with options open to drop either Ryan Rickelton or Will Jacks to strengthen their bowling attack.

Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, may rethink their middle-order strategy. The exclusion of Glenn Phillips in the first match raised eyebrows, especially with the middle-order failing to capitalize. Phillips could slot in at No. 4, offering explosive batting, a handy bowling option, and exceptional fielding. However, Sherfane Rutherford’s impactful 46(28) might make the selection call a tough one.

A major highlight will be the early contest between Mumbai’s pace spearhead Trent Boult and GT’s top-order trio — Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler. GT’s strength lies at the top, and surviving Boult’s opening spell will be critical for their chances.

Both teams have quality in their line-ups but are still searching for rhythm and the right combinations. A win here could spark momentum, while a second loss might push either team into early pressure in a tightly packed table.

Probable Playing Xis:

Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Vignesh Puthur

Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Glenn Phillips, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

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