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Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav accompanied Rahul Gandhi in&nbsp;Sasaram during the 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' (Unite India Justice March) on Friday, Feb 16.

Yadav drove the lead jeep of Rahul's cavalcade as the yatra progressed through the Sasaram city. The&nbsp;RJD leader later expressed&nbsp;his gratitude to his ally in a social media post.

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Tejashwi Yadav is slated to join Rahul Gandhi on stage during a public meeting in Kaimur at Dhaneychha. This marks the first time Yadav will share the stage with Gandhi in Bihar since Chief Minister Nitish Kumar severed ties with the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance.

Senior Party leader Jairam Ramesh outlined the day's agenda, stating that Rahul Gandhi would engage in discussions with farmer leaders in Rohtas. Later in the afternoon, around 2:30 pm, Tejashwi Yadav and Rahul Gandhi are scheduled to address a gathering in Kaimur. Subsequently, the yatra will move into Uttar Pradesh.

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<h2>Expansion into Uttar Pradesh</h2>

The yatra is set to enter Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli at 4 pm and&nbsp;continue in the state until the evening of February 25, with a two-day hiatus on February 22 and 23.

During the yatra's halt&nbsp;in Bihar's Aurangabad, Rahul Gandhi commended the Supreme Court's decision to annul electoral bonds. He pledged to conduct a financial survey nationwide if elected in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

The Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra arrives in Bihar amidst shifting political alliances, notably Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's return to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance, prompting Congress to strengthen its presence.

Also watch |&nbsp;Manipur: One killed as mob of 300 people storm SP office in Churachandpur

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Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is set to join the yatra as it enters Uttar Pradesh on Friday evening. She will join her brother Rahul Gandhi in Chandauli after the yatra transitions from Bihar.

Spanning 6,700 km across 15 states, the East-West Manipur-Mumbai Yatra aims to promote the message of "nyay" (justice) while engaging with citizens along the route.

(With inputs from agencies)

Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav accompanied Rahul Gandhi in Sasaram during the 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' (Unite India Justice March) on Friday, Feb 16.

Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav accompanied Rahul Gandhi in Sasaram during the 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' (Unite India Justice March) on Friday, Feb 16. Yadav drove the lead jeep of Rahul's cavalcade as the yatra progressed through the Sasaram city. The RJD leader later expressed his gratitude to his ally in a social media post. सासाराम, #बिहार से भारत जोड़ो न्याय यात्रा की आज की शुरुआत @RahulGandhi pic.twitter.com/2EFQnuEmRg — Tejashwi Yadav (@yadavtejashwi) February 16, 2024 × Tejashwi Yadav is slated to join Rahul Gandhi on stage during a public meeting in Kaimur at Dhaneychha. This marks the first time Yadav will share the stage with Gandhi in Bihar since Chief Minister Nitish Kumar severed ties with the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance. Senior Party leader Jairam Ramesh outlined the day's agenda, stating that Rahul Gandhi would engage in discussions with farmer leaders in Rohtas. Later in the afternoon, around 2:30 pm, Tejashwi Yadav and Rahul Gandhi are scheduled to address a gathering in Kaimur. Subsequently, the yatra will move into Uttar Pradesh. Also read | India: Congress' 'frozen' bank accounts now operational Expansion into Uttar Pradesh The yatra is set to enter Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli at 4 pm and continue in the state until the evening of February 25, with a two-day hiatus on February 22 and 23. During the yatra's halt in Bihar's Aurangabad, Rahul Gandhi commended the Supreme Court's decision to annul electoral bonds. He pledged to conduct a financial survey nationwide if elected in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra arrives in Bihar amidst shifting political alliances, notably Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's return to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance, prompting Congress to strengthen its presence. Also watch | Manipur: One killed as mob of 300 people storm SP office in Churachandpur Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is set to join the yatra as it enters Uttar Pradesh on Friday evening. She will join her brother Rahul Gandhi in Chandauli after the yatra transitions from Bihar. Spanning 6,700 km across 15 states, the East-West Manipur-Mumbai Yatra aims to promote the message of "nyay" (justice) while engaging with citizens along the route. (With inputs from agencies)

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India's road tolling authority has excluded Paytm Payments Bank from its list of 32 authorised banks for purchasing FASTags, signalling significant changes for the estimated 20 million Paytm FASTag users. <o:p></o:p>

FASTags refers to an electronic toll collection system in India which was introduced by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).<o:p></o:p>

The move follows regulatory restrictions imposed on Paytm Payments Bank by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which will result in Paytm FASTags becoming non-operative after February 29.<o:p></o:p>

This development implies that millions of Paytm FASTag users will need to acquire new RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) stickers to ensure seamless toll road access. <o:p></o:p>

Despite Paytm's market share, no banks are currently willing to accommodate Paytm FASTag users, leaving them with the option to switch to FASTags issued by other authorised banks.<o:p></o:p>

While the RBI's decision to restrict Paytm Payments Bank's operations remains unchanged, IHMCL emphasises the importance of facilitating a smooth transition for Paytm FASTag users to alternative bank-issued FASTags.<o:p></o:p>

With over 70 million FASTag users across India, ensuring minimal inconvenience during this transition period is paramount. <o:p></o:p>

According to a Times of India report, the authorised banks for issuing FASTags include major financial institutions such as Airtel Payments Bank, Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, and State Bank of India, among others.

India's road tolling authority has excluded Paytm Payments Bank from its list of 32 authorised banks for purchasing FASTags, signalling significant changes for the estimated 20 million Paytm FASTag users.

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