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BSP counterattacks Akhilesh Yadav on its PDA plank

Lucknow, May 20 (UNI) The political temperature in Uttar Pradesh has risen over the reservation issue.
Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav released a document titled "PDA Audit," accusing the BJP government of weakening constitutional reservations. Hours later, the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) counterattacked the SP, labeling Akhilesh Yadav anti-PDA.
"PDA" is a political acronym coined by Akhilesh Yadav, which stands for Pichhde (Backward classes), Dalits, and Alpsankhyak (Minorities) to consolidate marginalized and minority votes, focusing on social justice.
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Northern Commander reviews security along Amarnath Yatra route in South Kashmir

18 Jun 2026 | 9:37 PM

Srinagar, June 18 (UNI) Two weeks ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra, Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Thursday visited Pahalgam and Chandanwari to review the security situation and assess operational preparedness along the southern pilgrimage route.

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Action plan for proposals by public representatives should be prepared expeditiously: CM Yogi

18 Jun 2026 | 9:19 PM

Kanpur, Jun 18 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday chaired a meeting of the Public Works Department during which he reviewed the work plan for the financial year 2026-27 and held detailed discussions with public representatives of Kanpur Division regarding development-related proposals.

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Committee on environment urges plastic ban in J&K

18 Jun 2026 | 9:14 PM

Srinagar, Jun 18 (UNI) Expressing serious concern over the growing menace of plastic pollution in Jammu and Kashmir, the Committee on Environment of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today urged the government to take stringent measures to curb the use of plastic, particularly single-use plastic, across the union Territory.

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Eight traditional Ladakhi products receive GI tag

18 Jun 2026 | 9:04 PM

Srinagar, Jun 18 (UNI) Eight traditional handicraft products from Ladakh have been awarded Geographical Indication (GI) tags, marking a major boost for the protection and promotion of the union Territory’s indigenous crafts and cultural heritage.

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IGP Kashmir directs strict implementation of SOPs for NEET UG re-examination

18 Jun 2026 | 8:52 PM

Srinagar, June 18 (UNI) Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir V.K. Birdi on Thursday directed strict implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and comprehensive security measures for the smooth, fair and transparent conduct of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 re-examination.

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