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Lucknow:The chill continues to grip Uttar Pradesh as the state experiences unseasonal weather on February 3, 2026. In Lucknow, the day began with dense fog, followed by light drizzle and strong winds by 9:30 am, intensifying the cold. Earlier forecasts had predicted clear skies and sunshine by afternoon, but reduced visibility calls for extra caution on highways during early mornings and late evenings. Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has issued a rain alert for six districts in neighboring Uttarakhand, which is expected to bring a drop in minimum temperatures across northern, western, and Terai regions of UP. Maximum temperatures are not likely to rise significantly. Regional Forecast Highlights Muzaffarnagar: Dense fog alert issued; minimum 11°C, maximum 22°C. Meerut...

Greater Noida:Residents of Ajnara Homes in Greater Noida’s West area faced severe inconvenience after untreated sewer water flooded the society’s basement, which houses parking for over 400 flats and affects around 2,000 people. In response, the Greater Noida Authority (GrNo Authority) imposed a fine of ₹50 lakh on the builder and an additional ₹4 lakh for improper waste disposal. The incident occurred on Sunday when the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), which had been non-functional for the past two years, failed completely after a pipe burst. Untreated sewage water quickly accumulated up to four feet in the basements of the M, L, and J towers, spreading foul odour and disrupting daily life for residents. Authority Action Following complaints from residents, the GrNo Authority conduc...

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh):A major security concern has emerged after 22 passports were reportedly issued on fake addresses in Delhi, prompting investigation by police and central security agencies. Authorities are now scrutinizing the travel records of the passport holders and coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Airport Authority of India (AAI) to track their movements. According to police sources, the case came to light on December 11, 2025, when the Regional Passport Officer (RPO) in Delhi wrote to the Ghaziabad Police Commissioner, informing that 22 passports had been issued from the Delhi Passport Office using addresses in Bhojpur and Tyodhi villages, all linked to a single mobile number. On-site verification revealed that these addresses were fabricated...

Noida:Sixteen days after the tragic death of Yuvraj, who drowned when his car fell into a water-filled basement pit near Sector-150 in Noida, his sister arrived from the United Kingdom and visited the accident site, where she broke down in tears upon seeing the spot where the fatal incident occurred. She landed in Delhi late Sunday night and went directly to meet her father. Accompanied by him, she visited the accident site during the night and again on Monday morning. Seeing the exact location where Yuvraj’s car plunged into the flooded basement pit left her deeply emotional. She sought detailed information from her father about the circumstances surrounding the accident, including the safety arrangements at the site and why timely rescue was not possible. According to sources, Yuvr...

Lucknow:Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has said that large-scale adoption of intercropping, particularly oilseeds and pulses along with sugarcane, is the most effective way to give a major boost to Uttar Pradesh’s agricultural sector and significantly enhance farmers’ income. He emphasized that this model has the potential not just to double, but to multiply the earnings of sugarcane farmers. Chairing a high-level meeting on Monday, the Chief Minister stated that cultivating high-value intercropped varieties such as mustard, lentil, urad and moong alongside sugarcane can provide farmers with additional production at lower cost, ensure steady income throughout the year, and strengthen their overall financial stability. CM Yogi pointed out that horizontal expansion of cultivable land i...

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh):In a remarkable story of rural entrepreneurship and women empowerment, cow-based products have emerged as a strong source of livelihood in Uttar Pradesh, transforming the life of Anupama Singh from Sambhal district. Once hesitant to step beyond the boundaries of her home, Anupama today is a recognized name for her innovative Panchgavya products, earning a stable monthly income and creating employment for other women in her village. A resident of Baniyakheda village in Sambhal, Anupama holds a Master’s degree in Social Work. Instead of migrating to cities in search of employment, she chose to build her future within her village. Her journey took a decisive turn after she joined the Janki Women Self-Help Group, where access to training, low-interest loans and colle...

Lucknow:What was meant to be the happiest phase of his life turned into an unimaginable tragedy. A young man, who was to get married in just 11 days, lost his life in a road accident while returning home after distributing his wedding invitation cards in Lucknow. The incident occurred on Sunday evening near Anandi Water Park in the BBD area, when the motorcycle on which the victim was travelling rammed into a stationary dumper parked on the roadside, police said. Returning After Giving Wedding Invitations The deceased has been identified as Gopi Kumar, a resident of Shri Krishna Purwa under Gudamba police station limits. Gopi, the eldest son of Manoj Kumar, had his tilak ceremony scheduled for February 9, while the wedding procession (baraat) was to leave for Mahmudabad on Februar...

Barabanki: Dr. Sudesh Kumar Verma from Barabanki district has brought national recognition to his hometown after being selected for the prestigious Tagore National Fellowship for Cultural Research (TNFCR), awarded by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Chosen from among thousands of applicants across the country, Dr. Verma is one of only 35 scholars nationwide to receive this highly competitive fellowship. The achievement is being hailed not only as a personal milestone for Dr. Verma but also as a matter of pride for Barabanki district, which now finds its name on the national academic map. Two-Year Research at IGNCA, New Delhi Under the fellowship, Dr. Verma has been affiliated with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), New Delhi, where he will conduct...