Kapil Dixit

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Jungle Raj prevails in UP, says Rai; visitsfamily of slain Dalit youth in Karchhana

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

Prayagraj: Targeting the BJP-led state govt over the deteriorating law and order condition, Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee (UPCC) president Ajay Rai said, "Jungleraj is prevailing across the state and the pathetic condition of law and order could be gauged by the Karchhana incident where a Dalit youth was burnt to death in the land of Prayagraj a day before the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr BR Ambedkar." He said, "Uttar Pradesh mai koi kanoon vyavastha naam ki cheez nahin hain (No...
Demand for khus curtains as power cuts & mercury soar in Prayagraj

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

Prayagraj: With rising temperatures and unscheduled power cuts, the demand for khus curtains has increased in city. Khus curtain makers in the old city are getting bulk orders expecting a brisk business this summer season. Scorching weather conditions have increased the demand for the traditional, eco-friendly cooling curtains, popularly known as ‘chatai'. Despite the availability of coolers and air-conditioners on instalments, a section of customers still prefers to install khus curtains.
Gig and platform workers to get social security benefits in Prayagraj

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

NewsGig and platform workers to get social security benefits in PrayagrajPrayagraj: The state govt has initiated measures for the social security of gig and platform workers by making e-labour cards to bring them under the purview of workers in unorganised sectors. With the rapid rise in the scope of e-commerce companies, the number of delivery boys is also increasing. Therefore, the Yogi Adityanath govt has taken steps regarding the social security of gig labourers.
Extensive use of technology, social media is detrimental to mental health, says expert

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

NewsExtensive use of technology, social media is detrimental to mental health, says expertPrayagraj: Extensive usage of technology and social media platforms is putting the mental health and personality development of local youth aged between 15 and 25 years at considerable risk, said doctors at MLN Divisional Hospital (Colvin). They claimed that cases of mood swings and personality disorders have significantly increased, and they were attending 10-15 cases per month.
Pratapgarh police tops list of max FIRs under Gangsters Act - The Times of India

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

Prayagraj: Pratapgarh police have registered the highest number of FIRs under the Gangsters Act across the state between July 1, 2024, and April 12, 2025, revealed police department data. The data showed that Pratapgarh with 99 FIRs was closely followed by Bulandsahar (91), Muzaffarnagar (86), Chandauli (71) and Meerut (66). Statistics revealed that a total of 1,583 FIRs were registered under the Gangsters Act in 75 districts of the state between the said period.
Prompt police response thwarted over 60 lakh cyber attacks on digital Maha Kumbh

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

During the 45-day Maha Kumbh, a dedicated cyber security team successfully thwarted over 6 million malicious attacks originating from more than 25 countries. These attacks targeted the digital infrastructure, aiming to disrupt services and spread misinformation. The collaborative effort of Mela police, central agencies, IIT-Kanpur, and IIIT-Allahabad ensured the safety and smooth functioning of the event's digital framework.
After windfall during Kumbh, Sangam boatmen struggling to make ends meet

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

NewsCity Newsprayagraj NewsAfter windfall during Kumbh, Sangam boatmen struggling to make ends meetTrendingPrayagraj: After the onset of summer season, the banks of Sangam are witnessing a thin attendance of devotees and pilgrims, impacting the livelihood of boatmen. Although the boatmen claim to have earned hefty profits during Maha Kumbh, they are now finding few takers.
Over 5k health workers to check wellbeing of locals under Dastak campaign

2 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

NewsOver 5k health workers to check wellbeing of locals under Dastak campaignPrayagraj: The UP govt has launched "Dastak" campaign across the state, including Prayagraj, for the prevention and control of communicable diseases. The campaign will run until April 30, and health workers will be conducting a door-to-door awareness drive and survey patients with symptoms of communicable diseases.
Pratapgarh police implements ‘active beat system’ for enhanced vigilance across dist

2 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

Prayagraj: The implementation of an active beat system has proved to be a significant step for Pratapgarh police to boost safety and crime control. The new active beat system, apart from aiming to fortify security measures and enhance police presence in critical areas, benefits residents by ensuring a safer environment has also helped police catch wanted criminals and history-sheeters.
Kaushambi jail inmates to be trained in making banana chips and pickles

2 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kapil Dixit

Kaushambi: Inmates lodged at Kaushambi district jail are all set to undergo a special training to make chips, jam, namkeen, and pickles from bananas. As bananas are being cultivated on a large scale in neighbouring Kaushambi district and the fruit has also been selected under the ODOP (One District One Product) scheme, the authorities of Kaushambi district jail have joined hands with the food processing department to impart training to the inmates.