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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
CM: Dussheri to be branded as Kakori mangoes
1 2 Lucknow: CM Yogi Adityanath on Friday said the Dussheri mangoes of Malihabad will now be branded under the name of Kakori and exported globally. "The move is aimed at honouring the town of Kakori and highlight the significance of the Kakori Train Action in India's Independence movement," Yogi said during an event to mark the conclusion of the train action centenary celebrations. Speaking on the occasion, Yogi urged people to adopt swadeshi as buying foreign-made products not just drains the country's wealth but could also fuel terrorism and extremism. "Swadeshi should become the aim of our life, swadeshi should become the mantra of our life. We should live for swadeshi and die for the country." He appealed to people to buy and gift only indigenous products during festivals like Rakshabandhan, Janmashtami, Dussehra, Deepawali and Chhath. "When we choose swadeshi products, we empower our artisans and handicraft, generating livelihood opportunities and strengthening the nation's economy. Even if these products cost slightly more, they contribute directly to the country's progress," he said. The CM also paid tribute to martyrs of the Kakori Train Action, planted a Peepal tree at the venue and participated in Rakshabandhan celebrations by having rakhis tied by young girls. Recalling the courage of the revolutionaries, the CM said on Aug 9, 1925, they seized the British govt's treasury in Kakori and used it to fuel the freedom struggle. He said while only Rs 4,600 was taken from the train, the British govt spent over Rs 10 lakh to capture Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqulla Khan, Thakur Roshan Singh and Rajendranath Lahiri, all of whom were executed without trial. Chandrashekhar Azad evaded capture by the British, choosing instead to fight valiantly and embrace martyrdom. Describing the centenary celebrations as a "momentous occasion to honour their legacy", Yogi appealed to every citizen to remember the valour of the revolutionaries and to express gratitude to them for making the ultimate sacrifice for India's independence. "Rekindling the spirit of patriotism in every citizen's heart should be our collective resolve today. All of us should heed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to hoist the tricolour atop every home and to organise Tiranga Yatras in every village, municipal body and ward. This will embody the true spirit of our Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav," he said. Encouraging everyone to participate in the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign ahead of Independence Day, the CM said through these yatras, one must carry forward the message of national unity and defeat every divisive agenda. "Only with this determination will Independence Day celebrations once again unite every Indian with the soul of the nation," he said. The CM asked every citizen to honour the courage and valour of the Indian Army, giving the example of the recent Operation Sindoor. Honouring the families of revolutionaries and soldiers associated with the Kakori movement, the CM said: "We must respect every soldier and karmveer who safeguards the nation." Yogi added that the UP govt was not only commemorating freedom fighters but also actively working to restore and preserve martyr memorials. Recalling landmark revolutionary events such as the Mainpuri Action of 1915, Chauri Chaura incident of 1922, and Kakori Train Action of 1925, he said: "Every achievement has a price, and our ancestors paid it with their sacrifices. Now, it is our responsibility to build the India of their dreams." Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
India Today
5 hours ago
- India Today
Pakistan says it welcomes US, global support to resolve Kashmir issue
Pakistan on Friday expressed its willingness to accept assistance from the United States or any other country in resolving the long-standing Kashmir dispute. Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan made the statement during his weekly media briefing while responding to a question on Washington's interest in the matter.'Regarding the US' interest in resolving the Kashmir dispute, we welcome help not just from the United States but from any nation that can help stabilise the situation and move towards a peaceful resolution. The Kashmir issue lies at the core of peace and security in South Asia,' Khan remarks come against the backdrop of India's firm stance against third-party involvement. New Delhi insists on addressing all issues with Islamabad bilaterally, as outlined in the 1972 Simla Agreement, which explicitly rules out external to queries about possible engagements between the two neighbours following their brief four-day conflict in May, Khan clarified there had been no such dialogue.'We welcome the US' interest in working with both sides, but our diplomatic approach remains clear—we prefer the path of diplomacy. It is now up to the Indian side to decide. So far, there have been no contacts beyond routine diplomatic communication,' he has reiterated that talks with Pakistan would be limited to issues concerning Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and the security situation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, Khan said Pakistan has repeatedly raised concerns over terrorism originating from Afghanistan. He stressed that such threats continue to affect regional also dismissed speculation regarding a secret agreement with the US for mineral extraction. 'There is no question of compromising Pakistan's national interests. Foreign investments are invited through transparent mechanisms,' he rejected as 'baseless' the claims of Pakistani nationals being involved in the Ukraine conflict. He added that Islamabad has not received any formal communication from Ukrainian authorities regarding the renewed openness to international mediation on Kashmir is expected to draw strong reactions from India, which remains steadfast on bilateral engagement as the only way forward.- EndsWith inputs from PTITune InMust Watch advertisement
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First Post
6 hours ago
- First Post
Ahead of Army Chief Munir's visit, Pakistan says it welcomes any US help in resolving Kashmir issue
Pakistan welcomes US or any country's mediation to resolve the Kashmir dispute, ahead of Army chief Asim Munir's US visit. India rejects third-party involvement, citing the Simla Agreement. read more Pakistan on Friday expressed openness to mediation from the United States or any other country to help resolve the Kashmir dispute. Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan, speaking at his weekly press briefing, said Pakistan would welcome assistance 'from any country which can help stabilise the situation and move towards resolution' of the issue. The statement came ahead of Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir's reported visit to the US this week, his second in two months following recent military skirmishes with India. The trip comes at a time when India–US ties are strained over trade tariffs. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'About the US' interest in settlement of the Kashmir issue, we welcome help not only from the US but any country which can help stabilise the situation and move towards resolution of the Kashmir dispute, which is at the heart of issues of peace and security in South Asia. We will welcome that,' he said. India maintains that it does not want any third-party involvement in its discussions with Pakistan. The Simla Agreement signed between the two countries in 1972 rejects any third-party mediation on the Kashmir issue. To a question about any contact between Pakistan and India to resolve issues after their four-day conflict in May, Khan said there was no such contact but added that 'we welcome the US' interest to work with the two sides for the resolution of this issue'. 'Our overall diplomatic position is well known. We want to take the route of diplomacy, but it is the Indian side which has to make up its mind. And so far, there are no contacts between our two sides, except for the routine diplomatic contact,' he said. India has made it clear that it will only have a dialogue with Pakistan on the return of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and the issue of terrorism. Talking about the terrorism in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, he said Pakistan highlighted the issue of terrorism emanating from Afghanistan on several occasions. He also rejected speculation about any secret agreement with the US to extract minerals. 'There is no question of any secret agreements or Pakistan compromising on its national interest. At the same time, there is a mechanism through which we invite Foreign Investment,' he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD He also rejected as 'baseless' the allegations of the involvement of Pakistani nationals in the Ukraine conflict and said Islamabad has not been formally approached by the Ukrainian authorities on the issue. With inputs from agencies
