UP teacher objects to misbehaviour, thrashed by students

Holi was celebrated in India across different states and regions with great enthusiasm and joy. In Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrated holi with common people at Ghantaghar Chauraha in Gorakhpur. CM Yogi Adityanath expressed happiness over the joyful atmosphere brought on the occassion of Holi, highlighting how such a festival is bringing in joy and enthusiasm while the world is in disarray. People in Vrindavan and Mathura celebrated Holi with full joy, dance and music. In Prayagraj, a large number of people gather at Loknath Chauraha to dance and celebrate Holi.

Dan Bahadur Singh is deeply concerned about his daughter, son-in-law and their one-year-old grandson, who are currently residing in Israel. Speaking about the situation, Singh said he has been in regular contact with them through video calls. His son-in-law is engaged in research work at a university in Israel, where the family has been living.

New allegations have surfaced in the case against Swami Avimukteshwaranand, with complainant Ashutosh Brahmachari claiming that several individuals, including senior ashram functionaries and VIPs, were involved in the alleged misconduct with young disciples.

Addressing reporters, Scindia said that following the Ujjain Dak Sammelan, media queries brought the issue to his attention. He emphasised that the Director's actions were improper, violated established rules and traditions, and are completely unacceptable. He informed that a show-cause notice has already been issued to Banzal, giving him seven days to respond. Appropriate action will be taken based on his explanation.

The legal battle surrounding Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati has intensified, with the Shankaracharya moving an anticipatory bail petition before the Allahabad High Court. The matter is likely to come up for hearing soon.

ADJ Rape and POCSO Special Court Vinod Kumar Chaurasia ordered the Jhunsi police to register a case and investigate. In compliance with this court order, the police have registered a case. Jhunsi police station has registered an FIR against Swami Avimukteshwarananda, his disciple Mukundanand Giri, and two or three unidentified persons.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma condemned the alleged molestation of a female doctor from Nagaland posted at All India Institute of Medical Sciences Gorakhpur, saying racial discrimination and sexual harassment of women from the North East should not just be sensationalized and forgotten repeatedly.

The app now covers the entire National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 curriculum, from class one to class 12. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched the Teacher App 2.0, powered by AI, in collaboration with Bharti Airtel and CK12 Foundation.

Speaking to the media, the Minister highlighted the recent launch of two large language models (LLMs), BharatGen and Sarvam, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the AI Impact Summit 2026, expressing hope that similar AI capabilities would soon be incorporated into the app.

The controversy erupted after a POCSO court directed the Jhunsi police station to register a case based on a complaint by Shakumbhari Peethadhishwar Ashutosh Brahmachari Maharaj. The complainant, who is associated with the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Mukti Nirman Trust, alleged the sexual exploitation of minors at the Shankaracharya's ashram and claimed to have submitted a CD containing evidence to the court.