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Why Kalraj Mishra is Back in Active Politics: Inside Story

31Jan

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Why Kalraj Mishra is Back in Active Politics: Inside Story

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh politics is witnessing renewed activity as former Governor Kalraj Mishra has returned to the forefront of active political engagement, particularly mobilizing upper-caste communities. Mishra’s recent statements and organizational initiatives have sparked discussions about his motivations and future ambitions. During the debate over the UGC’s new rules, most upper-caste BJP leaders remained silent. However, Mishra, who served as the Governor of Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan, openly opposed the regulations, demanding their withdrawal. His vocal stance has highlighted not only his concern for community issues but also his continued political relevance. Formation of ‘Vishva Brahmin Kalyan Parishad’ Recently, Mishra founded the Vishva Brahmin Kalyan Parishad, a ...

22-Year-Old Dies While Making Reel on Under-Construction Flyover in Bareilly

31Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

22-Year-Old Dies While Making Reel on Under-Construction Flyover in Bareilly

Bareilly: In a tragic accident highlighting the dangers of social media stunts, 22-year-old Mohammad Faizan lost his life while attempting to make a reel on an under-construction flyover in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. He slipped and fell onto heavy cement slabs, sustaining fatal injuries on the spot. Faizan, who worked as a haircutter, had gone out on Friday evening around 5 pm with his friends. According to his father, Mehndi Hasan, the young man climbed onto slabs lying near the road leading to Bijauria Railway Station, which was under construction. While attempting to shoot a reel on a trending track, he slipped and fell, with one of the cement slabs falling on his head, killing him instantly. Family Refuses Post-Mortem The family is grief-stricken following the accident and has r...

DSO Office Typist Found with Assets Worth ₹17 Crore Across Four Districts

31Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

DSO Office Typist Found with Assets Worth ₹17 Crore Across Four Districts

Lucknow: In a massive vigilance crackdown, a typist from the District Supply Officer (DSO) office in Mau, Uttar Pradesh, has been found in possession of assets worth over ₹17 crore, far exceeding his declared income of just ₹1 crore. The discovery was made following raids across four districts, uncovering multiple properties, a brick kiln, and documents linked to 44 unaccounted assets. Investigations are ongoing, with further revelations expected. Vigilance Action and Raids The initial probe, conducted under government directives, revealed a stark discrepancy between the typist’s income and his amassed wealth. The Anti-Corruption Act case was recommended in the open inquiry report and approved by the government, which obtained search warrants from the court. On Thursday, 24-member...

Apna Dal Kamerawadi District Head Arrested in Cattle Theft Case in Mirzapur

31Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Apna Dal Kamerawadi District Head Arrested in Cattle Theft Case in Mirzapur

Mirzapur: In a major law-and-order crackdown, the district head of Apna Dal Kamerawadi, Shyam Bahadur Patel, along with two others, has been arrested for involvement in cattle theft in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh. Patel, who also serves as the Pradhan of his village, allegedly collaborated with the caretaker of a cow shelter, Rajesh Kol, to illegally steal cattle over a prolonged period. The incident came to light at the Goshram (cow shelter) in Sonvarsha, Lalganj, where police were alerted to cattle being smuggled. On Tuesday, Anil Prajapati was caught transporting five stolen cows, and subsequent interrogation led to the arrest of Patel and the other accused. Criminal Record of Accused Police sources revealed that Shyam Bahadur Patel has a previous criminal record. In 2021, an FIR w...

Two Friends Stabbed to Death at Dhaba in Ghaziabad Over Food Delay and Payment Dispute

31Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Two Friends Stabbed to Death at Dhaba in Ghaziabad Over Food Delay and Payment Dispute

Ghaziabad: A shocking double murder late Friday night has sent shockwaves through Ghaziabad’s Khoda police station area, where two young men were stabbed to death and another critically injured following an argument at a roadside dhaba. The incident occurred around 10:30 pm near Ambedkar Gate at Vaishnav Dhaba, where Shripal (25) had come for dinner along with his friends Satyam (26) and Anurag. According to police, a dispute broke out between two groups over delay in food service and payment issues. Both sides were reportedly under the influence of alcohol. The argument soon escalated into violence, during which the accused attacked the three friends with sharp-edged weapons. All three sustained serious stab injuries and collapsed at the spot. After carrying out the attack, the assa...

Property Rights for the Rural Poor: Over One Crore ‘Gharoni’ Certificates Distributed Under Yogi Government’s Landmark Initiative

31Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Property Rights for the Rural Poor: Over One Crore ‘Gharoni’ Certificates Distributed Under Yogi Government’s Landmark Initiative

Lucknow: In a significant step toward rural empowerment and land reforms, the Uttar Pradesh government under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has achieved a major milestone by distributing more than one crore ‘Gharoni’ (Land Ownership Certificates) to rural families across the state. Implemented under the Centre’s SVAMITVA Scheme, the initiative has transformed the lives of millions of villagers by granting them legal ownership of residential properties located in village inhabited areas. The move has not only strengthened property rights for the rural poor but has also emerged as a game changer in reducing land disputes and promoting economic self-reliance. Legal Empowerment of Rural Property Owners Under the SVAMITVA scheme, households residing on village abadi land are being prov...

UP CM Yogi Expands Ministers’ Financial Powers Fivefold to Fast-Track Development Projects

31Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP CM Yogi Expands Ministers’ Financial Powers Fivefold to Fast-Track Development Projects

Lucknow: In a major administrative reform aimed at accelerating project approvals and strengthening financial governance, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has approved a fivefold increase in the financial sanctioning powers of state ministers. Under the revised framework, departmental ministers can now approve development projects costing up to ₹50 crore, compared to the earlier limit of ₹10 crore. Projects valued between ₹50 crore and ₹150 crore will require approval at the Finance Minister’s level, while projects exceeding ₹150 crore will be sanctioned directly by the Chief Minister. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting with the Finance Department on Friday. CM Yogi emphasized that the move is intended to speed up decision-making, reduce bureaucratic delay...

SP Leader Moid Khan to Remain in Jail Despite Acquittal in Gangrape Case; Son Questions Who Will Compensate for Family’s Suffering

31Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

SP Leader Moid Khan to Remain in Jail Despite Acquittal in Gangrape Case; Son Questions Who Will Compensate for Family’s Suffering

Ayodhya:Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Moid Khan, who was recently acquitted by a court in the high-profile Bhadarsa gangrape case, will not be released from jail immediately, as he continues to face charges under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters Act. His legal counsel has moved a bail application in connection with the gangster case, which is currently pending before the court. Advocate Mohammad Saeed, representing Khan, confirmed that while the court has cleared him of the gangrape charges, his continued detention is solely due to the separate case registered under the Gangsters Act. Family Claims Irreparable Social and Economic Damage Moid Khan has spent nearly 19 months in judicial custody, a period his family says has caused irreversible social, emotional, and financial damage. Speak...

Bengaluru Police Inspector Caught Taking ₹4 Lakh Bribe, Creates Scene After Being Trapped by Lokayukta

31Jan

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Karnataka, State

Bengaluru Police Inspector Caught Taking ₹4 Lakh Bribe, Creates Scene After Being Trapped by Lokayukta

Bengaluru:In a shocking incident that has once again raised serious questions over police accountability, a Bengaluru Police Inspector was caught red-handed while allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹4 lakh. The incident, which took place on January 29, was recorded on video and has since gone viral, showing the officer shouting loudly and creating a dramatic scene after being detained by Lokayukta officials. According to the Lokayukta police, the accused officer, Inspector Govindraju, was posted at P. Agrahara Police Station. He was trapped following a complaint filed by MD Akbar, who alleged that the inspector had demanded a total bribe of ₹5 lakh in exchange for providing relief in a criminal case. Bribe Demand Linked to Bail Promise Investigators stated that the inspector had alrea...

From Five Days to Ninety-Nine: Bihar’s Shortest-Serving Chief Ministers, Nitish Kumar Also on the List

31Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

From Five Days to Ninety-Nine: Bihar’s Shortest-Serving Chief Ministers, Nitish Kumar Also on the List

Patna:Bihar’s political history has often been marked by fragile coalitions, sudden power shifts, and dramatic collapses of governments. In this turbulent landscape, the state has witnessed several Chief Ministers whose tenures were so brief that they failed to even complete 100 days in office. Surprisingly, this list not only includes lesser-known leaders but also features Nitish Kumar, who today holds the record for being one of Bihar’s longest-serving Chief Ministers. Here is a look at five Bihar Chief Ministers with the shortest tenures in the state’s political history: 1. Jagannath Mishra – 94 Days Veteran Congress leader Dr. Jagannath Mishra narrowly missed completing a century in office. Representing the Indian National Congress (Indira), he assumed office on December 6,...