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Bagpat, Uttar Pradesh: A video of Bagpat MLA Ajay Tomar stroking and playing with a nilgai calf has gone viral, capturing the attention of social media users. The footage was shared by the MLA himself on his social media handle, showing him gently patting the calf’s head and interacting closely with it. Incident DetailsThe incident occurred during a recent inspection tour near the Eastern Yamuna Canal. While inspecting a newly constructed bridge near Gathina village, the MLA’s convoy stopped at a spot along the canal. Unexpectedly, a nilgai calf approached the group, an unusual occurrence as nilgais normally keep their distance from humans. Witnesses were surprised by the animal’s trust and calm behavior, prompting MLA Tomar to interact with it and capture the moment on video. Contex...

Lucknow: In a surprising turn of events in Uttar Pradesh politics, Prateek Yadav, who had previously announced his separation from wife Aparna Yadav, has now stated that their relationship is back on track. Through a social media post, Prateek shared that “All is well” and tagged Aparna, indicating reconciliation. BackgroundOn 19 January, Prateek Yadav had made headlines when he publicly announced the end of his marriage with Aparna Yadav. In those posts, he called her a “family destroyer” and blamed her for disrupting relationships with his parents and brother, while portraying Aparna as someone focused only on her own growth. Aparna had later denied these claims, even suggesting her Instagram account had been hacked. The New PostIn his latest Instagram post, Prateek wrote: “All is ...

Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking incident linked to a romantic relationship, a young couple in Gorakhpur attempted to end their lives by jumping from a height of 24 feet. Both sustained serious injuries and are currently undergoing treatment in hospital. Police are investigating the case. Incident DetailsThe girl, aged 20, from the Khajni police station area, had been in a relationship for nearly a year with 22-year-old Vishal from Kotwali area, Sant Kabir Nagar district. Her family had arranged her marriage elsewhere, scheduled for June this year. On Tuesday, Vishal had visited the girl’s village to attend a traditional post-death ceremony (terahvin) and took the opportunity late at night to meet his girlfriend at her home. When her family noticed, they tried to stop him, cau...

Rampur, Uttar Pradesh: A video circulating widely on social media has drawn attention to Veeru Chauhan, a Bajrang Dal activist, for allegedly making threatening statements toward local Muslim shopkeepers during a procession. In the video, Chauhan can be seen shouting slogans, warning that pots would be thrown and biryani shops would be shut down, causing concern over communal tensions in the area. Navbharat Times has not independently verified the authenticity of the video. Details of the IncidentThe video shows a procession organized by Bajrang Dal, with participants playing music and chanting slogans. Veeru Chauhan is seen standing on a trolley with a sound box, leading the chants, which others in the crowd repeat. The slogans reportedly demanded that no hotels remain open and that st...

Jaunpur / Baramati: In the tragic plane crash in Baramati, Maharashtra, that claimed five lives, Pinky Mali from Uttar Pradesh also lost her life. Pinky, a flight attendant, was part of the crew on the aircraft carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The incident has plunged Maharashtra and the nation into mourning. Hailing from Bhainsa VillagePinky Mali was a resident of Bhainsa village in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district. Her father, Shivkumar Mali, is a leader of the Nationalist Congress Party, and her family primarily resides in Mumbai, occasionally visiting Jaunpur. According to Papu Mali, national secretary of the Apna Dal, Pinky had built her career in the aviation sector through her hard work and determination. Her cousin, Sheetla Prasad Mali, confirmed her d...

Raebareli: The Sanatan Yatra in Shivgarh, Raebareli, has sparked controversy after participants allegedly displayed illegal weapons and delivered inflammatory speeches. The police have registered a case and launched an investigation. Allegations of Incitement and Illegal Weapon DisplayMadhav Singh reports that the Yatra, which began in Kumbi village under Shivgarh police jurisdiction, ended with a program behind Career Plus School in Shivgarh town, attended by a large gathering. During the event, speakers allegedly delivered provocative speeches, and some participants were seen waving swords openly. A video of a female speaker has gone viral on social media, in which she is accused of making objectionable remarks, including instructing police to leave within 15 minutes and urging the...

Muzaffarnagar: In a major crackdown against drug trafficking, the Muzaffarnagar Police have seized illegal assets worth nearly ₹4 crore belonging to two brothers involved in the narcotics trade. The operation was carried out with drums, public announcements, and community awareness, sending a strong message that crime does not pay. Seizure of Traffickers’ AssetsAccording to police, Lokendra and Yogendra, residents of Mandwara village in Budhana Kotwali area, have been long active in the drug trade. On 9 September last year, Mirapur police arrested the brothers with a substantial quantity of illegal narcotics. Investigation revealed that the duo had amassed significant illegal wealth through their operations. Acting under Section 68(F) of the NDPS Act and following court orders, the p...

Noida: Controversy has erupted over the FIR in the Yuvraj Mehta death case, as officials of the Noida Authority were not named as accused. Significantly, Yuvraj’s father, Rajkumar Mehta, had filed the first complaint against the Authority the day after the incident, yet no case was registered against the officials. The incident occurred on the night of 16 January, when Yuvraj tragically drowned. On 17 January, Rajkumar Mehta submitted a complaint at the Knowledge Park police station, a copy of which is with Navbharat Times. In his complaint, he stated that Yuvraj had fallen into 70 feet of water along with his car near ATS Le Grand, resulting in his death. The complaint also noted that residents of Sector-150 had previously requested the Noida Authority to install barricades and reflect...

Saurabh Rai, Mau: Controversy has erupted over the resignation of Prashant Singh, Deputy Commissioner of GST in Uttar Pradesh. While Singh had initially cited allegations against CM Yogi Adityanath as the reason for stepping down, a new statement from his brother has added a fresh dimension to the matter, claiming that fear of recovery prompted the resignation. Prashant Singh, 48, a resident of Sarwan village in Sarayalkhansi police station area of Mau district, is posted as Deputy Commissioner in the GST department in Ayodhya. His resignation on Tuesday afternoon sent shockwaves across the department. Singh had stated that continuous remarks by Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand about the state’s chief minister had hurt him deeply, prompting him to resign. During his resignation, ...