मंगलवार की सुबह छह बजे पहली पाली से ही 100 से अधिक मजदूर कंपनी के मुख्य गेट के सामने धरना देने लगे. बाद में अतिरिक्त पुलिस अधीक्षक मनोज कत्याल, अतिरिक्त पुलिस अधीक्षक अपराध डॉ.जगदीश चंद्र और उपश्रमायुक्त कमल जोशी की मौजूदगी में आंदोलनकारी श्रमिकों ने कंपनी प्रबंधन से वार्ता की। अधिकारियों ने उन्हें आश्वासन दिया कि वे वेतन वृद्धि का मामला जिलाधिकारी के माध्यम से उत्तराखंड सरकार को भेजेंगे। इसके बाद शासन स्तर पर इस मसले पर निर्णय लिया जाएगा। इस आश्वासन के बाद आंदोलनरत कर्मचारी मान गये और अपना आंदोलन वापस ले लिया. आधे से अधिक कर्मचारी काम पर लौट आए जबकि बाकी घर चले गए। इस दौरान वहां उप जिलाधिकारी लालकुआं रेखा कोहली, कोतवाल बृजमोहन सिंह राणा समेत भारी पुलिस बल तैनात रहा।

तीखी नोकझोंक के बीच पनेरू और पीयूष गिरफ्तार

सुबह करीब साढ़े नौ बजे श्रमिकों के समर्थन में पहुंचे कांग्रेस नेता हरीश पनेरू को भारी पुलिस बल ने कंपनी के मुख्य गेट के ठीक सामने बैरिकेडिंग लगाकर रोक दिया। पनेरू की पुलिस अधिकारियों से तीखी नोकझोंक हुई। बाद में जब पनेरू खेतों के रास्ते मजदूरों के पास पहुंचने लगा तो पुलिस ने उसे हिरासत में ले लिया और काठगोदाम थाने ले गई. इसके अलावा पुलिस टीम सुबह हल्दू चौड़ स्थित सामाजिक कार्यकर्ता पीयूष जोशी के आवास पर पहुंची। जोशी के घर से निकलते ही उन्हें भी हिरासत में ले लिया गया.

उपश्रमायुक्त, एसपी सिटी और एसपी क्राइम की मौजूदगी में श्रमिकों से विस्तार से बातचीत की गई। इसके बाद अधिकतर कर्मचारी काम पर लौट आये हैं. बुधवार सुबह से कुछ कर्मचारी काम पर आएंगे। -सुभाष तिवारी, एचआर हेड, मदरसन फैक्ट्री

मदरसन श्रमिक आंदोलन की आड़ में अपनी राजनीति चमकाने के उद्देश्य से श्रमिकों को अराजकता के लिए उकसाने वाले 30 बाहरी तत्वों के खिलाफ गुंडा एक्ट और गैंगस्टर एक्ट के तहत कार्रवाई की जाएगी। इस संबंध में प्राथमिकी दर्ज की जा रही है. कानून को अपने हाथ में लेकर अराजकता का माहौल पैदा करने वालों को किसी भी सूरत में बख्शा नहीं जायेगा. -मनोज कत्याल, एसपी सिटी।

पीयूष को हिरासत में लेने के विरोध में जनप्रतिनिधियों ने कोतवाल को ज्ञापन दिया

सामाजिक कार्यकर्ता पीयूष जोशी को हिरासत में लिए जाने के विरोध में बरेली रोड के एक दर्जन से अधिक ग्राम प्रधानों और क्षेत्र पंचायत सदस्यों ने कोतवाल लालकुआं को ज्ञापन सौंपकर कड़ी नाराजगी जताई है। उन्होंने प्रभारी निरीक्षक ब्रजमोहन सिंह राणा को ज्ञापन सौंपते हुए कहा कि लंबे समय से क्षेत्र में नशे के खिलाफ बिगुल फूंक रहे सामाजिक कार्यकर्ता पीयूष जोशी को राजनीतिक द्वेष के कारण गिरफ्तार किया गया है। उन्होंने पुलिस कार्रवाई की कड़ी निंदा की और पीयूष जोशी की तत्काल बिना शर्त रिहाई की पुरजोर मांग की। ज्ञापन सौंपने वालों में क्षेत्र पंचायत सदस्य चिंतामणि पांडे, ग्राम प्रधान पूजा बिष्ट, रमेश जोशी, जानकी देवी, सोनी पंत आदि शामिल थे।

LSG vs RR match in Lucknow

Lucknow Super Giants return to the Ekana Stadium under pressure after losing four out of six matches and still searching for their first home win. His main concern is the inconsistent top order, which often forces him into recovery mode.Third-placed Rajasthan Royals are in better form and are leading, with Jofra Archer posing a big threat, especially in the powerplay. LSG will rely on Prince Yadav to provide the opening batting. With home ground advantage still not in their favour, LSG will need to quickly fix their batting problems to remain competitive.

lsg vs rr: head to head

For today’s IPL 2026 match at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, the pitch is expected to be a slow, black soil type which will help the bowlers, especially the spinners, as the match progresses. Fast bowlers can expect early swing and movement from the new ball during the powerplay, while spinners can expect significant hold and turn in the middle overs (8–15), making it difficult for the batsmen to find the timing.

LSG vs RR IPL Match: Lucknow Weather Updates

Hot and dry conditions are expected for today’s IPL 32nd match at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. Current conditions show a temperature of 37°C with 15% humidity, and the maximum temperature recorded earlier today was 41°C. Moderate dew is expected during the second innings, which generally assists the batsmen by causing the ball to skid on the bat.

LSG vs RR: Predicted Playing XI

Lucknow Super Giants (Playing XI): Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh PantNicholas Puran, Ayush Badoni, Mukul Chaudhary, Himmat Singh, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav, M SiddharthInfluential players: Mohsin KhanRajasthan Royals (Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel, Ryan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Joffra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Brijesh Sharma, Nandre Berger. Impact Player: Yashraj Punja

LSG vs RR: Live Streaming Details

The LSG vs RR match will take place at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow and the match will start at 7:30 PM IST. The game will be broadcast on Star Sports Network, while live streaming will be available on JioHotstar.

Squads for LSG and RR

Rajasthan Royals Team: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ryan Parag (captain), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Joffra Archer, Nandre Berger, Brijesh Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Sandeep Sharma, Shubham Dubey, Luan-Dre Pretorius, Ravi Singh, Yashraj Punja, Adam Milne, Dasun Shanaka, Tushar Deshpande, Kuldeep Sen, Sushant Mishra, Yudhveer Charak, Kwana Mafaka, Vignesh Puthur, Aman Rao PerlaLucknow Super Giants Squad: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant (wk/captain), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Mukul Chaudhary, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav, Manimaran Siddharth, Mohsin Khan, Abdul Samad, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Matthew Bretzke, Mayank Yadav, Himmat Singh, George Linde, Josh Inglis, Anrich Nortje, Arjun Tendulkar, Shahbaz Ahmed, Akash Maharaj. Singh, Akshat Raghuvanshi, Arshin Kulkarni, Naman Tiwari

An India-based medical student reportedly created and operates a popular AI-generated Instagram influencer that garnered millions of followers by posting patriotic, political and lifestyle content aimed at a conservative audience in the United States, according to a WIRED report cited by the New York Post. The account featured a blonde virtual influencer named “Emily Hart”, who was shown in photos wearing a bikini, a MAGA hat, posing with firearms, ice fishing, drinking beer, and sharing strongly worded political statements. According to her profile, she was a registered nurse who resembled Hollywood actor Jennifer Lawrence, an AI-generated personality presented as part of a MAGA-themed content stream.The profile quickly gained popularity, reportedly reaching 10,000 followers within a month, with several reels receiving millions of views.The creator, identified only as “Sam,” a 22-year-old orthopedic surgeon training in India, told WIRED that he developed the AI ​​personality while studying medicine and tried to monetize it amid financial pressures and plans to move to the United States after graduation.They reportedly used Google’s Gemini AI for guidance and decided to create a virtual influencer targeting a conservative American audience. According to him, the tool suggested that “Conservative audiences (particularly older men in the US) often have more disposable income and are more loyal,” as cited by WIRED.The account posted politically charged content, including statements such as: “Christ is king, abortion is murder, and all illegals should be deported”, along with other provocative captions. Sam also experimented with creating a liberal counterpart but said it did not get the same traction.They monetized the account through merchandise sales and subscription-based platforms like Fanview, which allows AI-generated content. Paid subscribers were reportedly given access to exclusive content, including AI-generated images and adult-themed content.“I was spending maybe 30 to 50 minutes of my day there, and I was making good money for a medical student,” he said, adding that the operation brought in thousands of dollars monthly.“I don’t feel like I’m cheating people,” he further told WIRED.According to reports, the Instagram account was removed in February for “fraudulent” activity. A related Facebook account was also removed following publication of the investigation.Experts cited in the report said AI-generated personalities on social media are becoming increasingly realistic, raising concerns about misinformation, authenticity and their impact on the social media ecosystem and political engagement.

India’s two largest landfills – Jawahar Nagar Landfill in Hyderabad and Kanjurmarg Landfill in Mumbai – are among the world’s top 25 most-polluting methane emitting waste disposal sites, shows a new study from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).The study ranked 25 waste facilities in 18 countries that were responsible for the highest methane emission rates, with 3.6 to 7.6 tons of methane per hour detected from space by major satellites in 2025.To put this in perspective, UCLA’s Stop Methane Project reports that a source emitting 5 tons of methane (5,000 kg) per hour would contribute about as much to global warming as one million SUVs.Methane is a powerful heat-trapping gas, 86 times more deadly than CO2 and responsible for more than 45% of recent global warming.The study ranked Hyderabad’s Integrated Municipal Solid Waste Management Project at the Jawahar Nagar Landfill at fourth place, emitting 5.9 tonnes/hour, and Mumbai’s project, which emitted 4.9 tonnes/hour, at 12th place in the suspect list of 25, which also included the landfill in Campo de Mayo, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, at 7.6 tonnes per hour. With emissions figures on top.These landfills are found in developed and developing countries of all income levels and in all regions of the world, including three sites each in Brazil and Chile; two each in India, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye; and one each in Algeria, Argentina, Greece, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mexico, the Philippines, Thailand, and the United States.“We have already seen how making reliable data available to large audiences and increasing visibility can be an effective way to inspire action,” said Juan Pablo Escudero, UCLA’s Stop Methane project partner and professor at the Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez School of Law in Santiago, Chile.“This data provides an excellent opportunity for responsible operators and national governments to take the lead in cleaning up their waste sectors,” he said.“Researchers from UCLA’s Stop Methane Project analyzed data showing nearly 3,000 plumes from more than 700 waste sites around the world to identify the top 25 sites globally,” the report said.

उत्तर प्रदेश के कौशांबी जिले में सेवानिवृत्त कर्मचारियों और पेंशनरों ने अपनी लंबित मांगों को लेकर जोरदार प्रदर्शन किया. यह प्रदर्शन सेवानिवृत्त कर्मचारी एवं पेंशनर्स एसोसिएशन उत्तर प्रदेश के आह्वान पर आयोजित किया गया। जिले के डायट मैदान में बड़ी संख्या में पेंशनधारी जुटे और शांतिपूर्वक अपनी आवाज बुलंद की. प्रदर्शन के दौरान उन्होंने सरकार के खिलाफ नारेबाजी भी की और अपनी समस्याओं के समाधान की मांग की. इस धरने के बाद उन्होंने प्रधानमंत्री और मुख्यमंत्री को संबोधित ज्ञापन जिलाधिकारी को सौंपा.

10 सूत्री मांगों को लेकर आवाज बुलंद की
धरना में शामिल पेंशनरों ने अपनी 10 सूत्री मांगों को प्रमुखता से उठाया. उनका कहना है कि उनकी कई समस्याओं को लंबे समय से नजरअंदाज किया जा रहा है. इन मांगों में पेंशन, भत्तों में सुधार और अन्य जरूरी सुविधाओं से जुड़ी समस्याएं शामिल हैं. उन्होंने कहा कि इन मुद्दों पर कई बार सरकार का ध्यान आकृष्ट कराया गया है, लेकिन अब तक कोई ठोस समाधान नहीं निकल सका है.

एकजुट होकर प्रदर्शन किया
धरना स्थल पर सेवानिवृत्त कर्मचारी और पेंशनभोगी एकजुट होकर बैठे दिखे. सभी ने मिलकर आवाज उठाई और सरकार से तुरंत कार्रवाई की मांग की. प्रदर्शनकारियों ने कहा कि लंबे समय तक सरकार की सेवा करने के बाद अब वे अपने हक की लड़ाई लड़ रहे हैं. उनका यह भी कहना है कि उनकी मांगें जायज हैं और उन्हें जल्द पूरा किया जाना चाहिए.

जिलाधिकारी को ज्ञापन सौंपा
प्रदर्शन के बाद पेंशनरों ने प्रधानमंत्री व मुख्यमंत्री को संबोधित ज्ञापन जिलाधिकारी को सौंपा. इस ज्ञापन में उन्होंने अपनी सभी 10 मांगों का विस्तार से जिक्र किया है. साथ ही उन्होंने सरकार से अपील की है कि उनकी समस्याओं का जल्द समाधान किया जाए. पेंशनर्स का कहना है कि अगर उनकी मांगों पर गौर नहीं किया गया तो वे आगे भी आंदोलन जारी रखेंगे. फिलहाल इस प्रदर्शन ने प्रशासन का ध्यान खींचा है और अब सबकी नजरें सरकार के अगले कदम पर हैं.

बाबा केदार के धाम को करीब 51 क्विंटल फूलों से भव्य सजाया गया है, जिसे देखकर श्रद्धालु मंत्रमुग्ध हो गए. देश-विदेश से हजारों श्रद्धालु पहले ही धाम पहुंच चुके थे और कपाट खुलने के इस अद्भुत क्षण के साक्षी बने। इससे पहले मंगलवार शाम करीब साढ़े चार बजे बाबा केदार की पंचमुखी चल विग्रह उत्सव डोली केदारनाथ धाम पहुंची। ओंकारेश्वर मंदिर, उखीमठ से निकली यह डोली 17 किलोमीटर की कठिन यात्रा तय कर जंगलचट्टी, रामबाड़ा, लिनचोली और बेस कैंप होते हुए केदारपुरी पहुंची.

धाम पहुंचते ही भक्तों ने पुष्प वर्षा कर डोली का भव्य स्वागत किया। पालकी ने मंदिर की परिक्रमा की और भंडार कक्ष में प्रवेश किया, जहां औपचारिक पूजा की गई। इस दौरान 8वीं सिखलाई रेजिमेंट के बैंड की मधुर धुन और डमरू की गूंज से पूरा माहौल शिवमय हो गया. सुरक्षा के कड़े इंतजाम किये गये थे और पुलिस तथा आईटीबीपी के जवानों को तैनात किया गया था।

ये भी पढ़ें…देहरादून: उपराष्ट्रपति के दौरे से पहले पुलिस अलर्ट, सुरक्षा के कड़े इंतजाम, संवेदनशील जगहों पर विशेष निगरानी.

कपाट खुलने के साथ ही केदारनाथ यात्रा की विधिवत शुरूआत हो गई। देश के विभिन्न हिस्सों से पहुंचे श्रद्धालु बाबा केदार की भक्ति में डूबे नजर आए. इस अवसर पर बीकेटीसी के अध्यक्ष हेमन्त द्विवेदी, पुजारी टी. गंगाधर लिंग, केदार सभा के अध्यक्ष राजकुमार तिवारी, जिलाधिकारी एवं बीकेटीसी के मुख्य कार्यकारी अधिकारी विशाल मिश्रा, पुलिस अधीक्षक निहारिका तोमर सहित कई गणमान्य लोग और बड़ी संख्या में श्रद्धालु उपस्थित थे।

FIFA has started selling additional tickets for the FIFA World Cup 2026 following growing opposition over newly introduced premium pricing tiers. The move comes after fans raised concerns over transparency and affordability, with many questioning how tickets are being allocated.

The governing body confirmed that more tickets will be released for all 104 matches, including Categories 1, 2 and 3 as well as the newly added “Front Category” tier. This decision has been taken after criticism from supporters Who claimed that the better seats were first stopped and later reintroduced at much higher prices.

The scale of the price increase has been a major discussion point:

• Initial ticket prices ranged from $140 (Class 3, Early Bird)
• The final ticket price was initially set at $8,680.
• Prices later rose to $10,990 for the finals
• US vs. Paraguay tickets initially ranged from $1,120 to $2,735
• New “front class” seats for the same match now go up to $4,105
• Category 2 “Front” tickets cost between $1,940 and $2,330

Concerns have also been raised regarding seat allocation. Many fans alleged that their previously purchased tickets were reassigned to less favorable sections, fueling allegations of a “bait-and-switch” approach. FIFA has not publicly addressed these claims.

The issue is further complicated by reports of slow ticket sales for some matches, including the United States’ first match against Paraguay in Inglewood. Despite being a prime location, a large number of seats remain unsold, highlighting the impact of rising prices.

The World Cup, to be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico, is already being billed as the most commercially elaborate edition of the tournament. However, the latest developments have raised concerns over whether it is becoming increasingly inaccessible to fans.

Why did fans criticize World Cup 2026 ticket prices?

Fans’ frustrations largely centered around the sudden introduction of higher-priced categories and the lack of communication regarding these changes. Many supporters raised questions on social media as to why premium seats were re-classified and later sold at increased rates.

Some also pointed to inconsistencies in seating categories at different matches, suggesting that sections initially sold under the lower tiers were later moved to more expensive brackets. Others claimed that the seating maps had been changed after purchase, giving them poor views.

The introduction of “front class” tickets – priced significantly higher than existing levels – has drawn particular criticism, with fans arguing that the process lacks transparency and fairness.

Will the new World Cup 2026 tickets be of any use?

Although FIFA’s decision to release more tickets may improve availability, it is unclear whether it will address the main concerns raised by fans. High prices remain a major hurdle, especially for early-round matches where demand is typically more price-sensitive.

The additional cost of participating in the tournament has also come under scrutiny. For example, Transportation services such as the Boston Stadium Express, The price per round trip is around Rs 8,840.90, raising concerns about overall affordability.

With the tournament expanding to 48 teams and establishing itself as a global celebration of football, the current ticketing situation presents a challenge. Unless pricing and transparency concerns are addressed, FIFA risks alienating a segment of fans at a time when inclusivity is expected to be at the heart of the World Cup experience.

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Who is Claudia Glam? Influencer in critical condition after London Soho nightclub crash, three injured on Argyle Street (Image via Getty)

Claudia Zakrzewska, known online as Claudia Glam, is now fighting for her life after a serious road accident in central London. The incident happened on Argyle Street in Soho on Sunday morning, where she was hit by a car along with two other people. Police confirmed that a woman in her 30s was taken to hospital in serious condition, and reports identified her as Zakrzewska. The sudden accident has shocked those who follow her online, where she is known for sharing bold, confident videos and photos. Although details are still coming in, officials say the situation is critical. Also, police are asking anyone who saw what happened to come forward, as they continue to piece together the moments leading up to the crash.

Claudia Zakrzewska has built a strong online presence over the years. She has over 267,000 followers on Instagram, where she posts stylish photos and short videos. On TikTok, she has nearly 50,000 followers, often sharing light and playful clips. Many of her posts talk about her physical transformation journey, where she openly discusses cosmetic procedures and responds to critics in a confident and sometimes humorous manner.In some of her videos, she makes fun of the challenges that come with her appearance, and keeps the tone easygoing and relatable. That personality helped him develop a loyal audience who regularly engage with his content. But now, the focus has completely shifted to his health.According to the Metropolitan Police, three people were injured in the accident. Along with Zakrzewska, a man in his 50s suffered life-changing injuries and was taken to hospital. Another woman in her 30s was treated for minor injuries.Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, of Specialist Crime South, shared an official update. He added, “As our inquiries continue, our thoughts are with those injured and their loved ones. While the incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, venues in the area were still open, and we believe a number of people may have witnessed what happened.”She also said, “I would urge anyone who witnessed the collision or any activity leading up to it that they think may be relevant to come forward. The information you have, no matter how minor, could be vital to investigators.”The area where the accident occurred is usually busy at night, especially on weekends. Because of this, police believe there may be several witnesses who can help explain how the incident unfolded.At present, there is no confirmed update on the cause of the accident. Investigators are still collecting details and investigating all possible angles.At the moment, the biggest concern remains the condition of Claudia Zakrzewska as she continues to be treated in hospital.