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Uttar Pradesh

Tragic Accident in Hardoi: Three Killed as Dumper Hits Motorcycle
State, Uttar Pradesh

Tragic Accident in Hardoi: Three Killed as Dumper Hits Motorcycle

Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh: A devastating road accident in Hardoi claimed the lives of three people, including a brother and sister, after their motorcycle was struck by a speeding dumper. The incident occurred near Dholia Chauraha in the Sursa area. According to police sources, Adarsh Awasthi (20) of Fatiyapur, his sister Madhu Awasthi (23), and Kamini Pandey from Bawan Chungi, Hardoi, were traveling on a motorcycle towards Hardoi when a fast-moving dumper coming from the Hardoi side collided with them. The impact was so severe that all three were thrown onto the road and succumbed to their injuries on the spot. The Hardoi police responded promptly, taking the bodies into custody for post-mortem examination. Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Subodh Gautam stated that the dumper h...
Masked Robbers Attack Woman in Daylight, Steal Jewelry Worth Millions in Bijnor
State, Uttar Pradesh

Masked Robbers Attack Woman in Daylight, Steal Jewelry Worth Millions in Bijnor

Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh – February 7, 2026: In a shocking daytime robbery in Bijnor district, masked criminals entered a woman’s home and made off with jewelry worth several lakhs. The victim was injured after resisting the attackers. The incident occurred on Saturday at Mandora Jat, when the victim, Shivani, wife of Amit, was alone at home as other family members had gone to the forest. According to police, two women and one man, all wearing masks, broke into the house. They first went upstairs and stole gold and silver jewelry valued at lakhs of rupees. When Shivani confronted them as they came downstairs, the assailants attacked her with a knife, injuring her, and snatched her gold chain and earrings before fleeing. The police arrived promptly and began investigating the case. Th...
Three Youths Killed as Car Overturns in Etah; En Route from Gurugram to Wedding in Mainpuri
State, Uttar Pradesh

Three Youths Killed as Car Overturns in Etah; En Route from Gurugram to Wedding in Mainpuri

Etah, Uttar Pradesh – February 7, 2026: In a tragic road accident in Etah district, three young men lost their lives while two others sustained serious injuries. The victims were traveling from Gurugram, Haryana, to Mainpuri to attend a wedding ceremony. The accident occurred early Saturday morning in the Malawan police station area. According to police reports, five passengers were traveling in a private cab to the village of Ghanespur in Kurawali, Mainpuri, when the driver lost control of the vehicle at a sharp bend near Bawli Canal on Sukhet Road. The car, moving at high speed, first hit a tree before overturning three times and finally falling approximately 15 feet into a roadside ditch. Eyewitnesses rushed to the scene after hearing cries for help. It took considerable effort to...
Mayawati Slams BJP, Says Except for a Handful, All Sections of Society Are Distressed
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Mayawati Slams BJP, Says Except for a Handful, All Sections of Society Are Distressed

Lucknow, Feb 7, 2026: BSP National President and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati on Saturday criticized the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), claiming that under its governance, society at large is suffering, except for a small handful of beneficiaries. She highlighted that the Brahmin community, in particular, has been vocal about feeling neglected and disrespected. Addressing a special meeting of party functionaries at state, zonal, district, and assembly levels regarding preparations for the upcoming Assembly elections, Mayawati expressed deep concern over the impact of BJP policies. Speaking to reporters afterward, she said, “Currently, it appears that BJP’s policies and actions primarily serve the interests of a few, leaving the rest of society increasingly distress...
From Bronze to Nationals: 38-Year-Old Mother Pooja Sharma Makes History in Kickboxing
State, Uttar Pradesh

From Bronze to Nationals: 38-Year-Old Mother Pooja Sharma Makes History in Kickboxing

Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh: Defying age, responsibilities, and limited time, Pooja Sharma, a 38-year-old mother of a 10-year-old, has proven that determination knows no bounds. Just months after starting kickboxing training in 2025, Sharma won a bronze medal among 600 competitors and secured her ticket to the National Championships. A Journey Sparked by ChanceSharma, who works as an administrative staff member at a public school in Khatauli, Muzaffarnagar, discovered her passion for kickboxing unexpectedly. While accompanying students to a district-level kickboxing competition, she was inspired by the energy and confidence of the athletes and decided to give it a try herself. Encouraged by her school principal and coordinator, she joined Shri Suryadev Academy in Muzaffarnagar, trainin...
Amroha: Muslim Man Poses as Hindu Devotee to Exploit Woman, Arrested
State, Uttar Pradesh

Amroha: Muslim Man Poses as Hindu Devotee to Exploit Woman, Arrested

Amroha, Uttar Pradesh: A shocking case of alleged “love jihad” has come to light in Amroha district, where a Muslim man reportedly posed as a Hindu Jat and a devotee of Neem Karoli Baba to deceive a young Hindu woman. The man, identified as Sahil, allegedly lured the woman into a romantic relationship, promised marriage, and then sexually exploited her. Following the complaint, the police arrested Sahil. According to the victim, Sahil coerced her into aborting her pregnancy and pressured her to convert to Islam in order to marry him. The woman also accused him of confiscating her jewelry and stealing thousands of rupees. Deception RevealedThe victim, a resident of Gajrola area, stated that she first met Sahil through Snapchat in 2023. Sahil introduced himself as a Hindu Jat and a dev...
Notorious Criminal Sanjeev aka ‘Maut’ Injured in Noida Encounter
State, Uttar Pradesh

Notorious Criminal Sanjeev aka ‘Maut’ Injured in Noida Encounter

Greater Noida, UP: A high-profile encounter between Noida police and a gang member took place near the Jalpura Power House late Friday night. The criminal, identified as Sanjeev aka Sunny aka Rocky aka ‘Maut’, was injured in the exchange of gunfire and has been hospitalized for treatment. Sanjeev was wanted in 27 cases of theft and robbery across various police stations in Noida and Aligarh. The Encounter According to police sources, the Ecotech-3 police team was conducting routine checks near the Jalpura Power House when they spotted a Honda City car behaving suspiciously. The police signaled the car to stop, but the driver attempted to flee. The vehicle got stuck in a waterlogged section of the road, prompting a chase. Cornered, the suspect allegedly fired at the police in an attem...
Kanpur Ring Road Project Gains Momentum; First Phase by September, Completion by 2028
State, Uttar Pradesh

Kanpur Ring Road Project Gains Momentum; First Phase by September, Completion by 2028

Kanpur: The ambitious 93-kilometer Kanpur Ring Road project, aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving transportation around the city, is on track for completion by 2028. Officials from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) inspected the project site on Friday and provided key updates on its progress. First Phase to Be Completed by September 2026According to NHAI officials, construction of the six-lane ring road’s first phase is expected to be completed by September 2026. The remaining three phases are slated for completion by the end of 2027, with the final package expected to be ready by April 2028. Project DetailsThe Kanpur Ring Road will stretch 93 kilometers and will include a 1.45-kilometer link connecting Chakeri Airport. Around 25% of the project has already ...
Alto Car Overturns on Purvanchal Expressway, 4 Injured Including Two Ghaziabad Sub-Inspectors
State, Uttar Pradesh

Alto Car Overturns on Purvanchal Expressway, 4 Injured Including Two Ghaziabad Sub-Inspectors

Sultanpur: A serious road accident occurred on the Purvanchal Expressway in Sultanpur on Saturday morning around 10 AM, leaving four people injured, including two sub-inspectors from Ghaziabad. The Alto car, carrying the officers and a rape accused from Bihar, overturned near Mile 97. All injured were rushed to Pithla Hospital and later, the rape accused and the driver were referred to Ayodhya Medical College in critical condition. Incident DetailsAccording to reports, the accused, Vishwakant, a resident of Dehri in Bihar’s Rohtas police station area, had a pending rape case against him. Sub-Inspectors Atul Kumar and Vipin Kumar had traveled to Bihar to arrest him. They were returning to Ghaziabad via the Purvanchal Expressway, with the accused in custody, when the car, driven by Wasim,...
Gunfire in Broad Daylight: History-Sheeter Aslam Murdered in Meerut Gang War
State, Uttar Pradesh

Gunfire in Broad Daylight: History-Sheeter Aslam Murdered in Meerut Gang War

Meerut: In a brazen daylight gang war barely 100 meters from Nochandi police station in Meerut, history-sheeter Mohammad Arshad’s relative, Aslam, was fatally shot as old rivalries erupted into violence. Around 20 rounds were fired in a shocking public attack, leaving the area in terror. Attack in Jaidi Farm AreaAslam, the brother of accused Bilal in the 20-month-old murder case of history-sheeter Mohammad Arshad, was stepping out with his friend Shuaib to collect a scooter when five assailants lying in wait ambushed them. The attackers opened indiscriminate fire in the lane, hitting Aslam four times. Shuaib, who tried to flee, was also shot in the shoulder after seeking shelter inside his home. Panic in the NeighborhoodThe deafening gunfire sent shockwaves through the neighborhood. ...