TIMES OF KUSHINAGAR GLOBAL

Trishuli River Water Level Rises in Nepal; Uttar Pradesh and Bihar Urged to Stay Alert Central Water Commission Says Water Level Is Now Falling, but Close Monitoring of the Gandak River Continues TOK NEWS NETWORK | SPECIAL REPORT KUSHINAGAR। India  Authorities in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have been advised to remain vigilant after a rise in water levels was observed in Nepal’s Trishuli River at Kali Khola, according to a special advisory issued by India’s Central Water Commission. The Flood Forecast Monitoring Directorate said the increase in the river level has been gradual and that the water level is currently showing a declining trend. The commission also noted that the magnitude of the rise is significantly lower than previous levels. Despite the improving trend, officials in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, particularly along the India-Nepal border near the Gandak River, have been urged to maintain close surveillance of the situation. Why the Gandak River Matters The Trishuli is part of...

  Yogi Adityanath Launches 80 Development Projects Worth ₹305 Crore in Deoria TOK NEWS NETWORK  Deoria, August 29: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 80 development projects worth nearly ₹305 crore in Deoria district, covering the Salempur and Bhatpar Rani assembly constituencies. The projects were launched at Majhauli Raj, where Adityanath also addressed a public meeting and distributed certificates and financial assistance to beneficiaries of various government welfare schemes. He later inspected an exhibition showcasing development projects and welfare initiatives. The chief minister said his government was working to improve infrastructure and basic services while preserving Deoria's religious and cultural heritage. "Development and public welfare are being taken forward together," Adityanath said, stressing that the state government was focused on extending the benefits of welfare schemes to eligi...

  Congress Spokesperson Ravi Pratap Singh Detained Ahead of Planned Memorandum to CM Yogi TOK NEWS NETWORK Barhaj, Uttar Pradesh: Congress spokesperson Ravi Pratap Singh alleged that the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government was unwilling to address long-standing development issues in Barhaj, including the poor condition of the Mohan Setu bridge. Singh made the remarks during a press conference at the Congress election office on Friday. He said Congress workers had planned to meet Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Majhauli Raj on Saturday and submit a memorandum highlighting development-related concerns in the Barhaj Assembly constituency. However, Singh alleged that police placed him under house detention late Friday night, preventing him from participating in the planned program. "The government is trying to avoid hearing public-interest issues by detaining opposition leaders," Singh alleged. He said residents of the Barhaj area have been facing difficulties over se...

  Nepal Tragedy: Flash Floods and Landslides Kill 160, Hundreds Missing Along Trishuli River Basin TOK News Network | New Delhi / Kathmandu, Aug 27: Nepal is battling one of its worst natural disasters in recent years after massive flash floods and landslides struck areas along the Nepal-China border, sweeping away homes, roads, bridges and other infrastructure. The disaster has killed at least 162 people , while hundreds remain missing, according to the latest reports. The disaster struck on August 26 in the Rasuwa and Dhading areas , with floodwaters and debris surging through the Bhote Koshi-Trishuli river system. A huge mass of mud and rock entered the river, generating a powerful flood that devastated settlements and infrastructure downstream. The exact chain of events behind the disaster is still being examined, with a glacier collapse and possible seismic activity among the factors under investigation. The tragedy has also affected tourists and pilgrims travelling through ...

Trishuli Flood Threat: UP, Bihar on Alert as Narayani-Gandak Water Levels May Rise Nepal Flash Floods Raise Downstream Concerns; Valmikinagar Barrage and Vulnerable Border Areas Under Close Watch TOK News Network | New Delhi/Kushinagar, Aug 26 Authorities in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have stepped up vigilance following devastating flash floods in Nepal and concerns over a possible rise in water levels in the Trishuli-Narayani-Gandak river system , officials said. The Trishuli River joins the Kali Gandaki at Devghat in Nepal to form the Narayani River , which enters India near Valmikinagar and is known as the Gandak downstream. Any significant increase in upstream flow could have implications for vulnerable areas along the river basin in India. LOW-LYING AREAS UNDER WATCH The immediate concern is a possible rise in water levels along the India-Nepal border. In Uttar Pradesh, Kushinagar and Maharajganj are among the areas being closely monitored, while parts of Bihar, including West Cham...

  Narayani River Water Level May Rise; DM, SP Inspect Shivpur and Other Vulnerable Villages TOK News Network | Kushinagar Kushinagar: The Kushinagar district administration has stepped up preparedness following reports of a possible rise in the water level of the Narayani River after heavy rainfall in Nepal's Rasuwa district and information about a glacier-related lake outburst. DM and SP kushinagar District Magistrate Mahendra Singh Tanwar and the Superintendent of Police, along with senior administrative and police officials, conducted an on-ground inspection of Shivpur and other vulnerable villages located across the Narayani River to assess the preparedness for a possible increase in the river's water level. According to information received by the administration, water discharge from the Valmiki Barrage could potentially reach around 2.50 lakh to 3 lakh cusecs . In view of the possibility, vigilance has been increased in riverside and low-lying areas. During the inspect...

  Kushinagar Municipality Faces Probe Over 11 Alleged Irregularities; DM Sets 7-Day Deadline TOK News Network Kushinagar, Aug 26: The Kushinagar district administration has ordered a probe into 11 allegations concerning development works and procurement of electrical materials at the Kushinagar Municipality, officials said. District Magistrate Mahendra Singh Tanwar , through an order dated August 25, constituted a three-member committee to conduct documentary and on-site verification of the complaints and submit its report within seven days. The committee is headed by SDM Kasya Vivek Kumar Mishra and includes the Assistant Engineer of the Electricity Distribution Division, Kushinagar, and PWD Assistant Engineer Mukesh Verma . The complaint, filed by Rahul Singh , raises questions over alleged irregularities in construction works, including roads, interlocking, drains and beautification projects, besides expenditure, quality, materials, procurement and payments. The inquiry follow...

  Over 40 Girl Students Hospitalised After Falling Ill During Tiranga Yatra in Deoria TOK NEWS NETWORK  Deoria (Uttar Pradesh): More than 40 girl students were hospitalised after they reportedly complained of dehydration and fell ill during a Tiranga Yatra organised in Deoria on Thursday ahead of Independence Day, officials said. According to the information available, several students participating in the procession developed health-related complaints and were taken to hospital for medical treatment. The district administration and health department were alerted following the incident and arrangements were made for the treatment and monitoring of the affected students. The response was carried out under the direction of Deoria District Magistrate Madhusudan Hulgi, with the Chief Development Officer and health department officials and staff deployed to oversee the situation. The students are currently under medical observation and receiving necessary treatment, officials said....

  Grand Tiranga rally held in Padrauna, draws large participation TOK NEWS NETWORK Padrauna (Uttar Pradesh): A grand Tiranga rally was organised in Padrauna of Kushinagar district with the participation of public representatives, students, women, senior citizens and local residents. The rally, organised with the support of the district administration, began from Maharana Pratap Chowk in Padrauna Sadar and proceeded towards the Higher Secondary School. MP Vijay Kumar Dubey, Sadar MLA Manish Jaiswal, Khadda MLA Vivekanand Pandey, Backward Classes Commission member Phoolbadan Kushwaha, Ramkola MLA Vinay Kumar and Fazilnagar MLA Surendra Singh Kushwaha were among those who participated in the rally. An MLC also joined the event as the chief guest. Students from schools and madrasas participated in large numbers and raised patriotic slogans, including “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” and “Vande Mataram”, during the procession. Women, children and senior citizens also took part in the rally, c...

Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana: Interviews for Beneficiary Selection From August 19 in Maharajganj TOK NEWS NETWORK  Maharajganj: Interviews for the selection of beneficiaries under the Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana for the financial year 2026-27 will be held from August 19 in Maharajganj, officials said on Thursday. The interviews are being conducted on the basis of online applications received for the scheme's 10-day training programme. Deputy Commissioner of Industries Neeraj Kumar Singh said interviews for candidates under the tailor trade will be conducted alphabetically. Candidates whose names begin with A to J will appear on August 19, K to N on August 20, P to R on August 21, and S to Z on August 22. Candidates under the halwai (confectioner) trade will be interviewed on August 24, while those applying for the carpenter trade will appear on August 25. Interviews for candidates in the barber, blacksmith, potter, mason and washerman trades will be conducted on Aug...

  Hindu Organisations Hold Meeting Along UP-Bihar Border, Raise Objections Over Proposed Prayer Meeting TOK NEWS NETWORK Kushinagar, August 13: Office-bearers and workers of several Hindu organisations held a meeting in the Dhanaha area of Madhubani block along the Uttar Pradesh-Bihar border, with participants from Madhubani, Bheetaha and adjoining blocks of Bihar. The meeting focused on a proposed prayer meeting and allegations surrounding activities at a reportedly operated de-addiction centre in the Gobarahiya area. Addressing the gathering, Rajan Jaiswal, state minister of the Vishwa Hindu Mahasangh, expressed objections to the alleged prayer meetings. He claimed that attempts were being made to facilitate religious conversion under the guise of a de-addiction centre through prayer meetings, medical treatment and faith-healing practices. Jaiswal said the organisation would oppose any activity that violated the law and urged youths in villages along the UP-Bihar border to form ...

  Kushinagar Police Crack Down on Negligence; 28 Personnel Sent to Police Lines Kushinagar, August 8: In a major disciplinary action, Kushinagar Superintendent of Police Keshav Kumar has sent 28 police personnel, including an inspector and four sub-inspectors, to the police lines for alleged negligence in the discharge of their duties. The action was taken late Thursday night following an assessment of the performance and responsibilities assigned to the personnel, according to the police administration. Among those shifted are Inspector Manoj Pant , in-charge of the Election Cell, and sub-inspectors Santosh Yadav , posted at Hanumanganj; Ajay Singh , posted at Padrauna Kotwali; Rahul Rai , posted at Patherwa; and Nagendra Gaur , posted at Taraya Sujan. Twenty-three constables serving at different police stations across the district have also been sent to the police lines. The Superintendent of Police said the action was taken after the personnel were found lacking in the proper ...

US-Russia Sanctions Bill Raises Fresh Tariff Risk for India; Energy and Exports in Focus New Delhi, August 8: India is facing renewed economic uncertainty after the US Senate passed legislation targeting countries that continue to purchase Russian energy, potentially exposing them to tariffs of up to 100 per cent if the measure is ultimately enacted and applied. The development has raised concerns over India’s continued purchases of Russian crude oil and the possible impact on bilateral trade with the United States. However, the Senate action does not mean that India has automatically been hit with a 100 per cent tariff . Russian crude has become a significant part of India’s oil import basket, with discounted supplies helping refiners manage costs. Any substantial reduction in Russian oil purchases could require refiners to source more crude from alternative suppliers, potentially increasing import costs. However, a decline in Russian oil purchases would not automatically push petrol...

DM, SP Conduct Surprise Inspection of Deoria District Jail, Review Security and Welfare Arrangements Deoria, August 8: District Magistrate Madhusudan Hulgi and Superintendent of Police Abhijit R Shankar conducted a surprise inspection of the District Jail in Deoria on Saturday and reviewed security, healthcare, food, sanitation and welfare arrangements for inmates. During the inspection of the women's barrack, the District Magistrate directed jail authorities to ensure nutritious food for children staying with their mothers and regular vaccination and other essential facilities for them. He stressed that special attention should be paid to ensuring that children face no inconvenience inside the prison. DM , SPconducted a surprise inspection of the District Jail The District Magistrate also inspected the jail kitchen and instructed officials to ensure that inmates are provided quality food in accordance with prescribed standards. He directed officials to maintain heightened vigilan...

  Questions Raised Over Name on Kushinagar Municipal Foundation Stones;  Official Records Show Different Entry Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh: Questions have been raised over the name inscribed on government foundation stones installed for development projects by the Nagar Palika Parishad in Kushinagar after a discrepancy emerged between the name engraved on the plaques and the one recorded in official documents. Several foundation stones unveiled for municipal development works identify the Municipal Chairperson as "Kiran Rakesh Jaiswal." However, according to municipal records, election documents, and other official records, the Chairperson's name is recorded as "Kiran Jaiswal." The discrepancy has prompted questions regarding the administrative and legal basis for using a name that differs from the one appearing in official government records. When contacted, Executive Officer Ankita Shukla said the Chairperson's name in the Municipal Council's official...

All Major Rivers in Deoria Flowing Below Danger Mark; 11 mm Average Rainfall Recorded TOK NEWS NETWORK Deoria | August 6, 2026: According to the Daily River Water Level and Rainfall Report issued by the Flood Control Room, Deoria, all major rivers in the district are currently flowing below their respective danger marks. Although a slight rise in water levels has been recorded over the past 24 hours, officials said the situation remains under control and is being closely monitored. The report stated that the Ghaghara River (Nai Basti/Diha Embankment) recorded a water level of 65.90 metres , against the danger mark of 66.50 metres . The Rapti River (Bhendi) was measured at 66.45 metres , while the Gorra River (Pidra Ghat) stood at 67.20 metres . The Chhoti Gandak River recorded a NIL water level. The Flood Division, Deoria, also reported that the district received an average rainfall of 11 mm on August 6, 2026 . Officials confirmed that all major rivers continue to flow safely be...

Congress Submits Memorandum Seeking Immediate Reconstruction of Sidhua Bazar–Kathkuiyan Mod Road TOK NEWS NETWORK Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh: A delegation of the Congress party submitted a memorandum to the Uttar Pradesh Government through the District Magistrate, demanding the immediate repair and reconstruction of the severely damaged road connecting Sidhua Bazar and Kathkuiyan Mod . The delegation was led by Congress District Vice President and former Padrauna Assembly candidate Mohammad Zaheeruddin . Addressing the issue, he stated that the road has remained neglected for a long time and has deteriorated into a stretch filled with large potholes, posing serious risks to commuters, students, patients, and local traders. He urged the administration to prioritize public welfare and ensure the road is reconstructed at the earliest with quality standards. Congress Media In-charge Deshdeepak Mishra criticized the district administration over the condition of roads, alleging that substa...

 IMD Issues Orange Alert for Uttar Pradesh  Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall Likely Till August 6 Morning TOK NEWS NETWORK Lucknow, August 5: The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Regional Meteorological Centre, Lucknow, has issued an Orange Alert for several districts of Uttar Pradesh, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. The warning is valid from 08:30 AM on August 5, 2026, until 08:30 AM on August 6, 2026. According to the IMD's impact-based forecast, heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in parts of Kaushambi, Fatehpur, Kannauj, Kanpur Dehat, Kanpur Nagar, Unnao, Rae Bareli, Saharanpur, Etawah and Auraiya. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall is also likely in Kushinagar, Deoria, Gorakhpur, Maharajganj, Siddharthnagar, Sant Kabir Nagar, Basti, Ballia, Varanasi, Sant Ravidas Nagar, Prayagraj, Pratapgarh, Sonbhadra, Mirzapur, Chandauli, Banda, Chitrakoot, Gonda, Sitapur, Hardoi, Lucknow, Barabanki, Amethi, Ayodhya, Shamli, Muzaffarnaga...