Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath accused the Samajwadi Party and Congress of appeasement politics and insulting Hindu faith by allegedly allowing namaz at Hanumangarhi in Ayodhya during their tenure. He criticized their past opposition to the Ram temple and Ayodhya's development.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announced renaming of Khiloni-Suchitaganj nagar panchayat to Maa Jwala Ji Nagar Panchayat and Bhadarsa municipal town to Bharat Nagar, honoring Lord Ram's brother. He also criticized Samajwadi Party representatives.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath defended the Ram temple Trust, stating an SIT found evidence against only eight individuals in a donation theft case. He criticized opposition parties for attempting to defame Ayodhya and the Trust, emphasizing that the entire Trust should not be blamed for a few people's actions.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath accused Congress and Samajwadi Party of mocking Hindu faith amid Ram Temple embezzlement charges. An SIT found prima facie evidence of theft during donation counting, citing CCTV footage of personnel concealing cash.
BJP criticized Samajwadi Party for allegedly portraying Akhilesh Yadav as Lord Krishna during a havan, accusing them of mocking Hindus. This occurred amid the Ram Temple donation embezzlement case in Ayodhya, where SP leaders questioned the UP government, while CM Yogi Adityanath attacked SP for its past actions against Ram devotees.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated a Korean-backed electronics plant in Jewar, highlighting the legendary connection between Ayodhya's Princess Ratna (Korean Queen Heo Hwang-ok) to strengthen economic ties, aiming to mirror South Korea's electronics manufacturing success.
Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal alleged a "maha dacoity" at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, accusing the UP government of protecting "powerful demons" involved in the embezzlement of donations. UP CM Yogi Adityanath criticized Kejriwal's visit, linking him to corruption in Delhi.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced an SIT probe into allegations of financial irregularities concerning donations at Ayodhya's Ram Mandir. The probe was requested by the temple trust, and Adityanath urged against baseless comments until findings are released.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath accused the opposition of 'double standards' regarding Ram Mandir donation controversies. He stated parties opposing the temple's construction are now concerned about devotees, referencing past actions by Congress and Samajwadi Party. An SIT probe has been initiated.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath condemned derogatory social media comments against Akhilesh Yadav's daughter, stating such remarks are unacceptable and directed police to take action. He urged Yadav to ensure his party workers also exercise restraint in their language.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath stated India is not a 'dharamshala' for those lacking faith or respect for traditions. He urged vigilance against 'love jihad', religious conversion conspiracies, and 'land jihad', emphasizing national unity based on Lord Ram's ideals.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath stated that offering namaz on public roads is not permissible as it disrupts traffic and inconveniences the public. He emphasized that religious practices should be conducted in designated areas or in shifts to maintain public order.
A powerful storm with heavy rain in Uttar Pradesh killed at least 33 people across five districts, with Bhadohi recording the highest deaths at 16. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered immediate relief and compensation.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath calls for austerity measures, including work-from-home, reduced vehicle usage, and promotion of public transport, cycling, and electric vehicles, to combat the West Asia crisis.
After winning the BJP a brute majority in the 2026 Assam assembly polls, the question now is whether Himanta Biswa Sarma stands at par with chief ministers like Yogi Adityanath and Devendra Fadnavis, who are widely regarded as disciplined Sangh loyalists and potential next generation leaders of the BJP in the post Modi-Shah era.
An FIR is filed against Samajwadi Party MP Ajendra Singh Lodhi in Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. BJP leaders, including CM Yogi Adityanath, have strongly condemned the comments, calling them an insult to democratic values and demanding action from SP chief Akhilesh Yadav.
In a strategic move ahead of upcoming polls, the BJP expanded its Yogi cabinet, inducting six new ministers. The reshuffle heavily favors backward and Dalit communities, aiming to counter the Samajwadi Party's 'PDA' narrative. This expansion, the second and likely last, brings the ministry to its maximum strength, balancing caste and regional representation.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's misattribution of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's famous "give me blood, I will give you freedom" slogan to Swami Vivekananda has sparked widespread criticism. Trinamool and Samajwadi Party leaders condemned the remark, highlighting the BJP's alleged ignorance of Bengal's history and the freedom struggle. The slogan was originally delivered by Netaji to INA soldiers in Burma.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra criticized UP CM Yogi Adityanath for misattributing Subhas Chandra Bose's famous quote 'Give me blood and I will give you freedom' to Swami Vivekananda at a West Bengal rally. Calling him a 'bulldozer buddhi', Moitra demanded he get his facts right. The TMC party accused BJP of 'shocking ignorance and contempt for Bengal's history'. The gaffe comes ahead of West Bengal assembly elections scheduled for April 23 and 29, with vote counting on May 4.
