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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'BJP authoritarian, undemocratic': Akhilesh Yadav predicts win in 2027 UP polls
Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday accused the ruling BJP of being "undemocratic and authoritarian", calling it a threat to the Constitution. Addressing party workers and leaders from various districts at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Auditorium at the SP state headquarters in Lucknow, Yadav said, "BJP wants to spread chaos in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections." He said corruption and scams have penetrated every department and the ruling "BJP has become undemocratic and authoritarian. It is a threat to the Constitution". by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If You Eat Ginger Everyday for 1 Month This is What Happens Tips and Tricks Undo "Law and order has collapsed. Daylight murders and loot are rampant. Incidents of rape and violence against women and girls are rising. The BJP has turned into a land mafia, seizing land from the poor with impunity," he alleged. Yadav said the BJP government has failed to deliver on development. Live Events He claimed that the previous SP government gave the state a development vision by building expressways, launching metro rail projects in cities, constructing international stadiums and parks, and initiating women's safety helplines like 1090. "We boosted power generation, but the current government, despite rising demand touching 32,000 MW, hasn't added even a single unit of electricity in eight years," he said. Calling the BJP's politics negative, Yadav said it targets opposition leaders with smear campaigns and false cases. "There is gross mismanagement in cow shelters across the state. The government must clarify the number of cows in these shelters and the budget allocated for them," he demanded. Asserting that the people of Uttar Pradesh will no longer tolerate BJP's oppression, Yadav claimed, "In 2027, BJP will be wiped out, and the SP government will return to power." PTI ABN HIG
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Time of India
More cities should adopt 1090 helpline: Shriya Pilgaonkar in Lucknow
Shriya poses with the police officials at the 1090 Women Powerline The Mirzapur and Broken News star Shriya Pilgaonkar recently visited the Women Power Line – 1090, urging more cities across the country to replicate its strong support system. She interacted with on-duty police personnel, explored the helpline's round-the-clock operations, and praised its success in aiding women facing abuse or violence. 'I was truly fascinated by the 1090 initiative,' Pilgaonkar said, noting how the call centre connects women directly to help. 'It was inspiring to see such a well-organised system and to learn each step of the process — from the moment a call is received to how cases are followed up.' Shriya poses with the police officials at the 1090 Women Powerline The Fan famed actress admired the dedication of the women officers handling challenging calls, emphasising that 'the initiative saw real success and made a meaningful difference in the lives of many women.' She also acknowledged the demanding nature of the job, remarking, 'It's clear that this is a high-pressure role, and I fully recognise that balancing such work with personal and family responsibilities is no small feat.' 'For me, this visit was also a source of inspiration,' Pilgaonkar added. 'The 1090 helpline is a remarkable model, and I sincerely hope its success can motivate similar efforts in other cities across the country.' Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Egypt: New Small Electric Car For Seniors. Prices Might Surprise You. Electric Cars | Search Ads Undo Shriya with (L) Vrinda Shukla, SP, WCS WING 1090 and (R) Padmaja Chauhan, ADG, WCSO, UP Police 'Shriya had a lot of appreciation for the Women Powerline serivce' Padmaja Chauhan, ADG Women and Child Security Organisation (WCSO), who explained the functioning of the call centre to the actress said, 'Shriya had a lot of appreciation for our efforts in ensuring the safety of women. I explained to Shriya how we receive nearly 1500 calls daily related to cyber stalking, phone stalking and sexual abuse. Our system is technically robust but we are aiming to continually upgrade our systems to better serve women in need. Shriya was very impressed with our work and congratulated everyone for the efforts they put in every day at the centre.' -Amina Ashraf One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shriya Pilgaonkar talks about receiving guidance from her actor parents Sachin & Supriya
Actress is the daughter of acclaimed actors, Sachin and . Despite coming from an acting background, Shriya revealed that her parents are never eager to give her answers and instead encourage her to ask the correct questions from herself. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Speaking to IANS, the 'Mirzapur' actress shared, "Whenever I face any doubt, I definitely ask my parents, but the amazing thing is that despite having a huge experience, they always try to enable me to ask the right questions from myself. They never instruct me to do or not do a certain thing, instead, they ask me to clear the doubt in my mind. Many a time, I refrain from discussing my work with them as I want them to witness it as an audience, and give me genuine feedback." Sharing the best part of having actor parents, Shriya said, "The best part is if I have to work on a dialect or have any query regarding any language, I have the luxury to ask them. Whenever they see my work, they see it as an audience, and give me genuine feedback." Work-wise, Shriya recently graced the screen as a police officer for the drama "Chhal Kapat The Deception". As part of her preparation for the role, Shriya talked to the female police officers of Uttar Pradesh, including ADG Padmaja Chauhan. Additionally, she was also introduced to 1090, a cutting-edge women's redressal helpline in the state. Talking about how her interaction with the female officers, enriched her character Devika, she revealed, "It gave me newfound love for my character in 'Chhal Kapat The Deception'. Devika, the character I play, isn't just a cop-she's a woman balancing her own pain and past while standing tall in the face of injustice. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now I hope audiences connect with that emotional truth when they watch the series". Helmed by Ajay Bhuyan, "Chhal Kapat The Deception" enjoys a stellar cast with Kamya Ahlawat, , , Yahhve Sharma, , , and Anuj Sachdeva in significant roles, along with others. Produced by Juggernaut Production, "Chhal Kapat The Deception" premiered on OTT on June 6. Chhal Kapat - The Deception Trailer: Shriya Pilgaokar, Kamya Ahlawat and Ragini Dwivedi Starrer Chhal Kapat - The Deception Official Trailer
Hans India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Shriya Pilgaonkar interacts with women Police Officers for her role in ‘Chhal Kapat The Deception'
Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar has taken on the role of a police officer for the drama 'Chhal Kapat The Deception'. In order to enhance her performance, Shriya interacted with the female police officers of Uttar Pradesh, including ADG Padmaja Chauhan. She was further introduced to 1090, a cutting-edge women's redressal helpline in the state. Calling her time in Lucknow an eye-opener, Shriya said, 'Lucknow has such a timeless charm. I have visited the city many times including for shoots and I've always admired the city for its rich culture, warm people, and lip-smacking food.' Shedding light on her conversation with the lady officers, she added, 'But what truly moved me was meeting the incredible women police officers and learning about the 1090 helpline. It's not just a call centre—it's a lifeline for women across Uttar Pradesh. I was amazed by the scale of operations and the commitment with which these officers handle distress calls, often from women in deeply vulnerable situations. The way they respond—with empathy, urgency, and resolve—left a lasting impact on me.' Revealing how her experience enriched her character Devika for 'Chhal Kapat The Deception', the diva went on to say, 'It also gave me newfound love for my character in 'Chhal Kapat The Deception'. Devika, the character I play, isn't just a cop—she's a woman balancing her own pain and past while standing tall in the face of injustice. I hope audiences connect with that emotional truth when they watch the series'. Set in a village near Burhanpur, 'Chhal Kapat The Deception' talks about a rising social media influencer, who is found dead at her friend's wedding. Made under the direction of Ajay Bhuyan, the project boasts a stellar cast including Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva, among others. Produced by Juggernaut Production, 'Chhal Kapat The Deception' premiered on ZEE5 on June 6.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Shriya Pilgaonkar steps into uniform with empathy for ‘Chhal Kapat The Deception'
Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar has stepped into the role of a determined police officer in the gripping drama Chhal Kapat The Deception, which premiered on ZEE5 on June 6. To bring authenticity to her character Devika, Shriya undertook an immersive experience in Lucknow, interacting with female police officers, including ADG Padmaja Chauhan, and learning about the innovative women's safety helpline, 1090. Calling her visit to the city 'an eye-opener,' Shriya shared, 'Lucknow has such a timeless charm. I've always loved its culture, warmth, and food. But what truly moved me was meeting the incredible women police officers and learning about the 1090 helpline. It's not just a call centre—it's a lifeline for women across Uttar Pradesh.' The actress expressed admiration for the scale and sensitivity of the helpline's operations, adding, 'The way these officers respond—with empathy, urgency, and resolve—left a lasting impact on me.' Speaking about how the experience shaped her portrayal of Devika, she said, 'Devika isn't just a cop—she's a woman carrying her own pain while standing against injustice. This experience gave me a deeper understanding of her strength and vulnerability. I hope viewers connect with her emotional truth.' Set in a village near Burhanpur, Chhal Kapat The Deception unfolds around the mysterious death of a rising social media influencer at a friend's wedding. Directed by Ajay Bhuyan and produced by Juggernaut Production, the series also features Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva in key roles. The series blends suspense with social commentary, anchored by Shriya's compelling performance shaped by real-life heroes in uniform.
