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UP’s urban transformation after 2017 – the transition to a non-agricultural economy

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UP’s urban transformation after 2017 – the transition to a non-agricultural economy

Over the past eight years, Uttar Pradesh has undergone structural transformation. Historically, the country’s agricultural roots are rapidly shifting toward an urban-centric economy. The shift from farm employment to non-farm employment grew at a rate of 7% per decade between 2011 and 2021, exceeding the 5% growth rate in previous decades. For India’s most populous state, this shift is the backbone of a new era of diversified economy.

Fundamentals of Governance and Funding

The country’s strategy begins with expanding the scope of local governance. Since 2017, 117 new urban local bodies (ULBs) have been established and 123 urban local bodies have been expanded to cater for the growing urban population. This administrative expansion is backed by huge financial commitments: budget allocations for urban development increased by an astonishing 287% between 2016 and 2025.Funding through the State and Central Finance Commission has also increased significantly:

State Finance Commission (SFC): From Rs 6,406.09 crore in 2016-17 to Rs 14,400 crore in 2024-25.
Central Finance Commission (CFC): Increased from Rs 1,667.22 crore to Rs 5,118 crore during the same period.

Cleanliness as a Culture: The Swachh Bharat Revolution

The most obvious changes are in sanitation and waste management. Uttar Pradesh has moved from ‘planning’ to ‘execution’ status.

Element	2014–2017 (baseline)	2017–2025 (Achievements)
waste disposal	0%	85%
legacy waste disposal	0	11.217 million tons
Separate toilet (IHHL)	2,23,747	9,40,033
Garbage Free City (GFC)	0	83 cities
ODF+/ODF++ status	15 (fiber optic wiring)	660+（ODF+/++）

The introduction of Integrated Command and Control Centers (ICCCs) powered by artificial intelligence has turned cities into “smart hubs” that can monitor waste, traffic and even emergency response in real time – a system that has proven vital during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Infrastructure and Living Standards: AMRUT and PMAY

Through the AMRUT 1.0 and 2.0 missions, the country has prioritized the basic necessities of life: water and sewage.

Water connections: structured progress from zero to 1.5 million connections in 2017.
Sewage pipe network: covering 940,000 households.
Housing (PMAY): There has been a significant increase from 7,409 housing units approved in 2017 to over 15.49 million units by 2025.

Smart cities and modern policing

The smart city mission is nearly complete, with 95% of the project completed. In addition to the 10 cities selected by the central government, Uttar Pradesh has launched its own national smart city program for seven more cities.A standout achievement was the management of Mahakumbh 2025, which leveraged artificial intelligence and IoT for crowd management and security, achieving a 97% success rate in lost and found cases and clearing 161 litter hotspots through a dedicated team of more than 12,000 staff.

sustainable development and social welfare

The ‘green’ agenda has developed 228 acres of green space and introduced the UP Urban Greening Policy. Social welfare was also modernized:

Animal welfare: 676 ‘gaushalas’ (cattle sheds) provide shelter to 140,000 cattle.
Ideal Cities: 100 youth-centric/underdeveloped cities selected for specialized infrastructure development.
Chief Minister’s Urban Development Scheme (CM-NSY): Focusing on the grassroots, construction of 2,534 km of roads and 342 km of drains in the newly formed ULB.

in conclusion

The figures paint a picture of a country rushing to modernize. By combining technology (AI/ICCC) with large-scale civil engineering projects and community-led initiatives like the Swachh Bharat Mission, Uttar Pradesh has laid a strong foundation. The result is urban networks that are not only larger, but also smarter, cleaner and more resilient.

Does Hope Hicks have a husband? 5 things to know about Jim Donovan as Corey Lewandowski amid Kristi Noem feud

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Does Hope Hicks have a husband? 5 things to know about Jim Donovan as Corey Lewandowski amid Kristi Noem feud

Hope Hicks, President Donald TrumpFormer communications director in spotlight amid accusations Corey Lewandowski and Kristi Noem’s romance. Both work at the Department of Homeland Security, the latter as secretary and the former as an adviser and, in effect, Noem’s chief of staff. However, Noem was not the woman with whom Lewandowski allegedly had an affair.

Hope Hicks also allegedly had an affair with Corey Lewandowski. (X/@KeenanPeachy, X/@TheRealThelmaJ1, X/@thePhilRivers)

In January 2018, journalist Michael Wolff published his book Fire and Fury, in which he claimed that Levandowski and Hicks Maintain an ongoing relationship. He claimed the relationship prompted Trump to tell Hicks she was the “best tail” Lewandowski had. Report From Nicki Swift.

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Now that Noem has been replaced as secretary of state by Sen. Markwayne Mullin, Lewandowski and her connections have come into focus, and Hicks’ name has come up.

“First Hope Hicks, then Norm. Wonder who Cory will go after next to stay close to this administration?” one person said commented. other explain “If reports about Lewandowski are true, this is not his first high-profile affair. Hope Hicks clearly knows him well.”

As interest in Hicks grew, many wondered if she was married. Notably, both Lewandowski and Norm are married to Alison, Brian respectively.

Hope Hicks is married? what to know

No, Hicks is not married yet. In 2024, she was reportedly engaged to her longtime Goldman Sachs boss Jim Donovan. The two reportedly started dating in 2019 and got engaged while hiking in Italy.

Although Hicks was not previously married, she was also romantically involved with disgraced White House aide Rob Porter. Here’s everything you need to know about Jim Donovan.

Jim Donovan: 5 things you need to know

Donovan is a vice chairman of Goldman Sachs. He has an ex-wife and four children.
Donovan also happens to be a lecturer at the University of Virginia. He has taught leadership and corporate strategy courses for 15 years. His online lectures have been viewed more than 6 million times.
Jim Donovan joined Goldman Sachs in 1993 and became a partner in 2000, according to his resume. From 2002 to 2006, he served at Goldman Sachs Philanthropies. Donovan holds degrees from MIT and Harvard Law School.
Donovan also has close ties to the Trump administration. He served as a member of the Intelligence Advisory Board during his first term.
Donovan and Hicks celebrated their engagement with friends and family at Coco’s at Colette, a private members’ club. According to Page Six , their friends hosted a dinner for them at Casa Cruz.

However, Donovan and Hicks have yet to tie the knot. Hicks has reportedly been busy building her corporate consulting firm, splitting her time between New York and Washington, D.C., working with clients.

Indian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30 crashes in Karbi Anglong, Assam, killing two pilots

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Indian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30 crashes in Karbi Anglong, Assam, killing two pilots

New Delhi: An Indian Air Force Su-30MKI jet crashed in Assam, two pilots were seriously injured and killed Karbi Anglong area during training missions. “The IAF acknowledges the death of Lieutenant Anuj Anuj and Lieutenant Purvesh Dulagkar in the Su-30 crash. The Indian Air Force said that at this sad moment, all the personnel of the Indian Air Force express their sincere condolences and stand firmly with the family of the deceased. Previously, the Indian Air Force had stated that a Su-30MKI that was performing a training mission crashed in the Karbi Anglong area, about 60 kilometers away from Jorhat. The aircraft lost radar contact after taking off from Jorhat, officials added. The Su-30MKI is a two-seat, multi-role, long-range fighter aircraft developed by Russian aircraft manufacturer Sukhoi and currently manufactured for the Indian Air Force under license by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The force has a fleet of more than 260 Su-30MKIs. Locals reported hearing a loud explosion and were seen using torches and lights to aid the search, news agency ANI reported. The crash site is about 60 kilometers from Jorhat. “We heard a loud bang and an explosion. Police from Chowki Wala police station have arrived and they are searching from the helicopter. There is no trace of the pilot yet; nothing has been found so far,” a local resident told ANI.

‘Expecting painful blows’: War enters seventh day, Iran hints at using ‘invisible’ weapons; US and Israel step up strikes – Highlights

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‘Expecting painful blows’: War enters seventh day, Iran hints at using ‘invisible’ weapons; US and Israel step up strikes – Highlights

Iranian missiles force millions of Israelis to flee overnight to shelters in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem

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The constant sound of explosions has become the default soundtrack in the game middle East as Donald TrumpThe mission-driven U.S. military, along with its “wonderful partner” Israel, continues its offensive against Iran. Tehran has been raging since the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reacting strongly to military campaigns begun by the United States’ Operation Epic Fury and Israel’s Operation Lion’s Roar.Fierce military operations in the Middle East have entered their seventh day.The U.S. military used all-out force to attack multiple defense facilities and key locations across Iran, including the capital Tehran. Tehran responded with a powerful retaliatory strike, launching multiple missile strikes targeting U.S. military bases and other locations in the Middle East, marking the start of the 19th wave of Operation Real Commitment 4 on Thursday morning.

Iranian missiles force millions of Israelis to flee overnight to shelters in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem

Donald Trump said of Iran’s combat operations: “The United States military, working with its excellent Israeli partners, continues to advance and completely destroy the enemy… We are destroying more Iranian missiles and drone capabilities every hour.”Trump has repeatedly called for the collapse of the Tehran regime and suggested that the United States help choose Iran’s next leader. Among those being considered after Ali Khamenei to become the next ayatollah, his son Mojtaba Khamenei has been described as an “unacceptable” option for Trump’s America.Even after the killing of Iran’s supreme leader, the intense military attacks that began last weekend show no signs of abating. Instead, skies across the Middle East continue to echo with the roar of escalating attacks.

Here are the most important developments

Iran: “Ready for a protracted war”

The Iranian military reflected on its preparedness amid the rapid escalation of the situation, saying: “We are ready for a protracted war. Our new inventions are under development. We have not used anything on a large scale yet. Let the enemy suffer painful blows with every attack.”

U.S. airstrikes Iran’s drone carrier

The U.S. military said it hit an Iranian ship it described as a “drone carrier” and said the vessel was “now on fire.”The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) posted onCentral Command described the drone carrier as “roughly the size of a World War II aircraft carrier.”The post did not say where the attack occurred.A video released by Central Command showed the purported Iranian ship surrounded by smoke after it was attacked by the United States.

Satellite images show scale of damage

New satellite images show the extent of damage across Iran after days of heavy military strikes.The images provide a clearer picture of the massive military operations taking place in multiple parts of the country.However, attacks are not limited to military sites.

School damaged in bombing campaign

Two schools in Iran appeared to have been damaged in a U.S. and Israeli bombing campaign on Thursday.Photos of two boys’ schools, a primary school and a secondary school southwest of the capital, Tehran, showed windows shattered and classroom walls damaged or collapsed.The images were released by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency. Photos of the exterior were later confirmed by The New York Times.Analysis of satellite imagery also showed several impact marks and burn scars around a school in southern Iran, suggesting the school may have been hit by more than one attack. Iranian authorities said Saturday’s attack killed 168 people.Two schools were damaged about a week after an attack on a girls’ school in the southern Iranian town of Minab reportedly killed dozens of people, many of them children.The two schools damaged on Thursday were located in the city of Paland, southwest of Tehran. Shortly after the attack, an image of a huge plume of gray smoke surfaced online. The New York Times later verified the image and confirmed that the smoke was coming from the area where the two schools are located.

Trump says U.S. should help choose Iran’s next leader

Donald Trump says the United States should be involved in choosing Iran’s next leader.In a telephone interview with Reuters, Trump said it would be “wonderful” if Iranian Kurdish forces based in Iraq crossed into Iran and attacked security forces.Trump said it was unlikely that Iran’s next leader would be the son of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a military strike at the start of the war.“We’re going to have to choose that guy with Iran. We’re going to have to choose that guy,” Trump said.Speaking six days after the U.S. and Israeli attacks, Trump also backed the Kurdish militants’ actions.“I think it’s great that they want to do this, and I would fully support it,” the president said.The conflict has killed more than 1,000 people, including at least six U.S. service members, and caused widespread destruction and instability across the Middle East.

Israel launches new attack on Tehran

Israel said it launched a new round of air strikes on Tehran early Friday.The Israeli military said it had carried out a massive strike against the Iranian terror regime’s infrastructure in Tehran.Iranian state television reported multiple explosions in different parts of the capital.

Hezbollah warns Israelis near Lebanese border

Lebanon-based Hezbollah said its fighters had returned to support Iran after an earlier attack killed a senior leader of the Shiite group.Hezbollah issued a warning in Hebrew, asking Israeli residents in northern Israel to evacuate settlements within 5 kilometers of the Lebanese border.The group said in a statement that the Israeli military’s actions against Lebanese sovereignty, civilians and infrastructure “will not go unanswered.”

Qatar intercepts drone targeting US air base

Qatar’s Defense Ministry said its air defense systems intercepted a drone targeting Doha’s al-Udeid air base.Authorities earlier raised the security alert level and asked residents to stay indoors and away from windows or exposed areas.

U.S. House of Representatives backs Trump’s military action

The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday rejected an attempt to block President Donald Trump from launching an air war against Iran and ask Congress to approve military action.Lawmakers voted 219 to 212, mostly along party lines. Republicans currently hold a slim majority in the House of Representatives.Two Republicans supported the resolution and four Democrats voted against it.Opponents accused Democrats of voting simply because they opposed Trump.“We all know that if the president’s name hadn’t been Donald Trump, we wouldn’t be here today,” said House Intelligence Committee Republican Chairman Rick Crawford.Supporters of the resolution said it was an effort to restore Congress’s constitutional authority to authorize war.The conflict, which began after the United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran on Saturday, has now killed more than 1,000 people and fueled instability across the Middle East.

Five faces vying for Bihar chief minister’s seat

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Five faces vying for Bihar chief minister’s seat

Patna: Five names from the BJP are being floated to succeed CM Nitish Kumar – Samrat Choudhary, Nityanand Rai, Sanjay Jaiswal, Dilip Jaiswal and Janak Ram.Samrat Choudhary: Deputy Chief Minister, the second most senior figure in the national cabinet. As a former BJP national president, he belongs to the Koeri community and fits the Luv-Kush chemistry promoted by Nitish, a Kurmi. Koeris constitute 4.2% of Bihar’s population. His greatest asset is his aggressive style. However, his RJD and JDU background may work against him.Nityanand Rai: The MoS alliance, trusted by Amit Shah and can play an important role in weakening RJD votes among the Yadav community. Former state BJP president with ABVP background. But many in the BJP feel that elevating him to the top post in Bihar could anger other OBC and EBC communities.Sanjay Jaiswal: Member of Parliament from Champaran West since 2009 and former Bihar state president of the Bharatiya Janata Party. He is considered a moderate but tough politician when it comes to confronting the opposition. Belons to Vaishya community. He is considered to be close to the top brass of the BJP and fits the caste chemistry of the party.Dilip Jaiswal: Bihar minister who led the state’s BJP when the NDA won 202 seats in the November assembly elections. He belonged to the Vaishya (Kalwar) community and was believed to be close to the Shah. Hailing from Kishanganj, he is a moderate and well-organized politician.Janak Ram: 53-year-old Dalit representative of the BJP in Bihar. He served as Mines Minister and SC and ST Welfare Minister. Janak, a former Gopalganj MP and DRC member, is considered an organizer. He belongs to the Ravidas community and keeps a low profile. He started his political career at the grassroots level of the PPP.

Oklahoma tornado path: Cleo Springs, Goltry, Fairview, Enid on alert as large wedge causes damage

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Oklahoma tornado path: Cleo Springs, Goltry, Fairview, Enid on alert as large wedge causes damage

Oklahoma Tornado Warning: As a dangerous storm moved across northwestern Oklahoma Thursday night, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Norman issued a tornado warning for Alpha County to the southeast and Major County to the northeast. The warning is in effect until 9:30 p.m. CST after radar detected strong rotation in a severe thunderstorm capable of producing tornadoes.

Tornado warning issued for Oklahoma Thursday (Unsplash)

Large wedge tornado confirmed near Cleo Springs

Storm spotters have confirmed a large wedge-shaped tornado on the ground near Cleo Springs, Oklahoma. News 9’s live storm watchers reported that the tornado was moving northeast toward Gortry, producing heavy hail.

The area also saw hail the size of ping pong balls as the storm continued to move through the region.

Storm movement and affected locations

At around 8:58 pm CST, the storm was located about 4 miles north of Cleo Springs and moving northeast at about 25 mph.

Communities in the possible path of the storm include Helena, Cleo Springs, Goltry and Aline, and residents are on alert as the system moves through the area. Neighboring areas, including Fairview and Enid, are also closely monitoring the storm’s movements.

Hazards reported by the National Weather Service

The National Weather Service warned that the storm posed a serious threat due to tornadoes and large hail.

Flying debris could pose a significant hazard to anyone outdoors, according to the agency. Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed, while roofs, vehicles, and windows may also suffer damage. Trees may also be damaged.

Emergency safety guidance for residents

Officials urged residents in affected areas to seek shelter immediately.

People should move to a shelter, safe room, or indoor room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and away from windows. Anyone who is outdoors, in a vehicle or mobile home should seek the nearest sturdy shelter to avoid flying debris.

Authorities stressed that the situation remains active and dangerous as confirmed tornadoes continue to move through the area.

‘I made a big mistake…’: Brooke reveals key reason for England defeat

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‘I made a big mistake…’: Brooke reveals key reason for England defeat

'I made a big mistake giving up Sanju Samson': Harry Brooke reveals key reason for England semi-final heartbreak

England captain Harry Brooke talks to Sam Curran and Jos Buttler. (Getty Images)

New Delhi: England captain Harry Brooke Admitted costly fielding errors – including conceding a ball Sanzhou Samson — played a decisive role in his team’s win over India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semi-finals on Thursday.Push boundaries with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!Brooke admitted in his post-match speech that England misread the conditions and failed to execute their plan, especially on the field, which allowed India to register a daunting total.

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“We thought the first innings was probably about grip, spin, good slide to the bat and India bowled well. I will put my hands up and admit I made a big mistake, dropping Samson. We didn’t do a good enough job on the field. We executed wrong and couldn’t do that against India,” Brooke said.The turning point came when Brook knocked Samson down with just 15 points. Jofra ArcherSamson dominated India’s innings with a commanding knock that proved extremely costly.Samson’s 89 off 42 balls helped India post a staggering 253/7, a total that ultimately proved to be beyond England’s reach.

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“Yeah, catching the ball wins the game, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, it didn’t stay in my hands, and yeah, it was just one of those things. Unfortunately, I didn’t catch it and he also had a very, very good inning and won the game so to speak,” Brook said.The England captain admitted that the missed opportunity had been on his mind throughout the chase.“Obviously, as the game goes on, that goes through your mind. I kept looking at the scoreboard and he was adding runs. I was like, ‘I’ve got to score 80 or 90 points tonight. ‘Not ideal, but it’s happening now,” he added.Despite the defeat, Brooke found positives in England’s fierce chase, praising young batsman Jacob Besser’s fearless century in particular.Besser smashed 105 off just 48 balls; will jacks Contributed 35 runs in a counter-attacking partnership that briefly revived England’s hopes.“Bessel is absolutely unbelievable and he’s going to make a lot of money. To see him take the ball off his hands shows the world what he can do,” Brook said.England ended up with a score of 246/7, losing miserably despite a good performance from Bethell and a late blitz from Archer. However, Brook insists his side can still be proud of their campaign.“We had a great game; we should be very proud of our performance. We hung in there the whole game; unfortunately we were on the wrong side,” he said.

Iran using cluster bomb warheads in ongoing conflict: Israeli military

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Iran using cluster bomb warheads in ongoing conflict: Israeli military

New Delhi: The Israeli military has revealed that Iran has recently launched multiple ballistic missiles carrying cluster bomb warheads towards Israel, scattering small bombs indiscriminately across large areas of the country.Cluster bombs, or cluster munitions, are weapons that release large numbers of small explosive submunitions over a wide area and are designed to target people and vehicles. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the warheads of such missiles open upon descent and disperse approximately 20 smaller munitions containing approximately 2.5 kilograms of explosives within a radius of approximately 8 kilometers.

Iran’s ballistic retaliation shocks Israel, deadly Khorramshahr missile targets Tel Aviv airport

Military analysts have warned that the introduction of these weapons would change the dynamics of the conflict. Instead of a single explosion at one location, cluster warheads can spread many smaller bombs over a large area, increasing civilian casualties and causing greater infrastructure damage.The Israel Defense Forces confirmed that during the current conflict and the war in June 2025, Iran repeatedly launched ballistic missiles carrying cluster bomb warheads at Israel. Last year, Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen also launched multiple missiles with cluster bomb warheads at Israel.Submunitions from cluster bomb warheads hit multiple locations in central Israel last Tuesday, wounding 12 people, Israeli medics said. Video on Sunday also showed two dozen fragments streaking across the sky after a cluster bomb warhead dropped bombs in central Israel.Israeli experts say Iran may have received help from outside sources for the deadly missiles. There is speculation that Russia or China may transfer military technology.Some submunitions do not explode when they hit the ground, but can still be dangerous to people. The IDF Home Front Command therefore warns people not to approach any missile debris that may be found on the ground, which can actually act as landmines.To date, a total of 123 countries have committed to achieving the goals of the 2008 Convention banning cluster munitions. Countries including the United States, Russia, China, India, Israel, Pakistan and North Korea have not signed the convention. The text of the 2008 convention says cluster bombs “kill or maim civilians, including women and children, impede economic and social development… hinder post-conflict recovery and reconstruction (and) delay or prevent the return of refugees and internally displaced persons… for many years after use”.“

Amit Shah unveils mascots ‘Pragati’ and ‘Vikas’ for India’s first digital census

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Amit Shah unveils mascots ‘Pragati’ and ‘Vikas’ for India’s first digital census

New Delhi: Ahead of the 2027 Census starting on April 1, Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday launched four digital tools for the country’s first digital census and unveiled two census mascots – female enumerator ‘Pragati’ and male enumerator ‘Vikas’. The four digital platforms include a self-enumeration portal that will allow respondents to submit household information online within 15 days before field operations begin in their respective states/UTs, another first. They can enumerate themselves in 16 languages. The Indian Ministry of Home Affairs said in a statement that the mascots “Pragati” and “Vikas” will become the friendly images of the 2027 census and also symbolize the equal participation of men and women in achieving the determination to make India a developed country by 2047. Through these mascots, messages, objectives and key messages related to the 2027 Census will be disseminated to all levels of society in an effective and citizen-friendly way.The four advanced digital platforms soft-launched by Shah on Thursday were developed by the Center for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC). These include the House List Block Creator (HLBC) app, the House List Operations (HLO) mobile app, the Self-Enumeration Portal, and the Census Management and Monitoring System Portal (CMMS).A Home Office spokesperson said this calibrated adoption of technology combines innovation with inclusivity to ensure the 2027 Census remains accurate, secure and comprehensive.HLBC is a web mapping application that enables supervisors to digitally create blocks of housing listings using satellite imagery to ensure standardized geographic coverage across the country. HLO is a secure, offline mobile application for enumerators to collect and upload house listing data. It enables direct data transfer from site to server, eliminating traditional paperwork. All house listing data will be collected through this app, which can only operate using registered mobile numbers. The app is compatible with Android and iOS platforms and can be operated in 16 regional languages.The Self-Enumeration Portal is a secure, web-based facility that allows eligible respondents within households to submit their household information online up to 15 days prior to the start of field operations. After successful submission, a unique self-enumeration ID (SE ID) will be generated. The SE ID will be shared with enumerators, who can verify the information against the ID. CMMS The portal is a A centralized web-based digital platform designed to plan, manage, execute and monitor all census-related activities across administrative levels. Officials at divisional, district and state levels can track enumeration progress, field performance and operational readiness in real-time through integrated dashboards.Census data will be collected door-to-door via a secure mobile app. The participation of 3 million enumerators, supervisors and other census officials across the country will ensure comprehensive coverage.The launch of the Census 2027 mascot and digital platform was attended by several senior officials, including the Union Home Secretary, Registrar General of India and Census Commissioner.The Center had notified its intention to conduct the 2027 census on June 16, 2025, more than five years after the decennial census was suspended in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. The 2027 Census will be conducted in two phases and is the largest census exercise in the world. While the first phase of census, housing and house registration will take place between April 1 and September 30, 2026, with states being free to choose a period of 45 days during this six-month period, the census phase is likely to take place in February 2027. In the first phase, data on housing conditions and household amenities will be collected, while in the second phase demographic, social and economic details of every person in the country will be recorded.The reference date for Census 2027 will be 00:00 on March 1, 2027, for all states and Union Territories, except for Ladakh UT and snow-bound non-synchronous areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, where the reference date will be 00:00 on October 1, 2026.

Superman Axar Patel comes to the rescue: rewards that have never been achieved…efforts that will always be available

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Superman Axar Patel comes to the rescue: rewards that have never been achieved…efforts that will always be available

India’s Axar Patel throws a catch to Shivam Dube of England’s Will Jacks during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2nd cricket semi-final match between India and England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Maharashtra. (Ministry of Public Transport)

TimesofIndia.com in Mumbai: will jacks c Dubey b Arshdeep Singh. That’s the record for Will Jacks being fired. But what happened next was even more dramatic. It’s that kind of athleticism and awareness that turns catches into big moments.Rarely do you get blindsided and give your team a much-needed breakthrough, but it’s not mentioned on the scoreboard. Despite the tough progress, Shivam Dube will always be mentioned on the scorecards, but Axar Patel’s never-taken catch could go down as one of the most iconic defensive efforts in the history of Indian cricket.

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He trotted to his left, hands outstretched, nearly tripping but holding on, and then deftly relayed Shivam Dubey through deep. The two players then hugged each other and the team rushed toward Al-Aqsa a second time, letting out celebratory grunts.The fifth-wicket partnership of 77 off 39 balls between Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks started to look threatening.However, this is not the first time that Axar has produced a stunning performance in England’s run-chase. Earlier, he turned from the circle and sprinted at full speed to evade Harry Brooke’s errant drive over cover. Despite the distance, the ball seemed to escape his hands, but he fully stretched himself in the dive and managed to make a stunning catch.For Axar, the two catches took on a different meaning when he felt the ball was following him down the field when he got another chance in the final over of Hardik Pandya’s over. While the Jacks’ catch was more important in the game, Brook’s catch was the more difficult of the two.“Both of them are different. When I caught Harry Brooke, I thought it was a very good catch for me. I thought it was tough. But if you look at the situation and the way the batsmen were batting, Will Jacks’ catch was very important to break the partnership at that time. So it was very difficult for me if you ask me. But defensively, I think Harry Brooke’s catch was tougher. I thought the ball was behind me today,” Axar said during a media interaction after Team India. Seven consecutive wins against England.In a high-scoring game, those defensive efforts made the most sense. England paid the price for Sanju Samson’s early reprieve and India took their chances. In a game with 499 runs scored and a seven-run win, the scorecards would mention Al-Aqsa only once. But the nation will remember him for his double effort that helped the Men in Blue secure a narrow victory and set up a clash with New Zealand in Sunday’s championship clash.It will also be another homecoming for local boy Aqsa. After missing both the group stage games against the Netherlands and the Super Eights against South Africa, the all-rounder from Nadiad is now in high spirits and eager to play in front of his hometown fans.

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India’s Axar Patel attempts a catch at the boundary during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup second cricket semi-final match between India and England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Maharashtra. (Ministry of Public Transport)

Before the 2023 World Cup, fate is cruel. He missed the tournament due to injury and did not feature in the two matches in Ahmedabad, the nail-biting match against Pakistan and the final against Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 19. He has waited for over two years to play for India at home and missed out on a bilateral T20I match against South Africa due to illness.“Yeah, that’s why he won’t be playing in these games. (laugh) [Maybe I didn’t play those matches for this, the World Cup final]. This is very important to me. I’ve been waiting for this for so many years. Playing a game on your home court in front of your family is a very proud moment. I think in two years I will be playing at my home stadium. This is also the final of the ICC T20 World Cup. My son will also be in the stands watching the games live. That’s what I’m very proud of,” Aqsa said.Ahmedabad and the World Cup final do not bring happy memories as fans still carry the scars of heartbreak from November 19, 2023. March 8 now offers the city the chance to write a new chapter, with local heroes determined to erase the memory of a night that broke the hearts of a billion people.

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“Interior design hand-drawn renderings Interior design hand-drawn renderings… (Home players did not participate in that game [laughs]),” Aksa replied crisply when asked about India, Ahmedabad and the World Cup final.After two sleeps, he has the opportunity to change the narrative around the venue, in front of his people and on his grounds.

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Fundamentals of Governance and Funding

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U.S. House of Representatives backs Trump’s military action

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