Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad: Residents of Ghaziabad are set to receive a major green gift in 2026 with the completion of the city’s most ambitious environmental project — the Hindon Biodiversity Park. Being developed near the new bus terminal and behind Mahamaya Stadium, the park is rapidly taking shape on land that was once covered with garbage dumps. The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation is fast-tracking the project to ensure that the park is opened to the public within the year, offering citizens a modern recreational and wellness destination. Officials Inspect Progress, Stress Timely Completion To review the pace and quality of construction, Municipal Commissioner Vikramaditya Singh Malik conducted an on-site inspection along with senior officials. He directed the construction department to compl...

Neha Singh Rathore has secured interim relief from the Supreme Court, which has stayed her arrest in connection with controversial comments she made regarding the Pahalgam attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Home Minister Amit Shah. The case was initially registered following her social media posts related to the Pahalgam incident. Neha Singh Rathore had approached the Allahabad High Court seeking anticipatory bail, but her petition was rejected. Challenging this decision, she moved the Supreme Court, which has now granted her relief by imposing a temporary stay on her arrest. Following the Supreme Court order, Neha Singh Rathore stated, “The Hon’ble Supreme Court has stayed my arrest. I thank the Court for this significant relief.” The case remains under investigation, and ...

In a proactive move to curb theft in jewelry shops, the Sipri Sarafa Trade Association in Jhansi has put up posters requesting customers to keep their faces uncovered while shopping. The decision comes in response to a rise in incidents of robbery and shoplifting in the area, and has received support from both the local police and residents. The posters, displayed at various shops in the Sarafa Bazaar, read: “We request customers to keep their faces uncovered while shopping inside the store.” They bear the official stamp of the Sipri Sarafa Trade Association as well as the local Sipri Bazaar police station. Shopkeepers have requested that customers refrain from entering the stores with burqas, veils, angochas, or any face-covering attire. Uday Soni, President of the Sipri Sarafa Trad...

Rampur: In an unusual case, a Pakistani woman reportedly secured a government teaching job in Rampur by concealing her true identity. She had been teaching at a primary school in Saidpur. Upon discovery of the facts, she was dismissed. Now, 34 years later, an FIR has been registered in the Ajimnagar police station regarding the matter. The case involves Farzana, also known as Mahira Akhtar, daughter of Akhtar Ali from the Atishbaz neighborhood of Rampur Kotwali. Mahira married Pakistani citizen Sibgat Ali on June 17, 1979, after which she moved to Pakistan and acquired Pakistani citizenship. She gave birth to two daughters, Alima and Furqana, while in Pakistan. Divorce and Return to India Around three years after the marriage, Mahira was divorced by her husband and returned to her...

In an unusual but impactful event, a person dressed as Yamraj (the Hindu God of Death) was seen roaming the streets of Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, educating motorists about traffic rules. The individual, in full Yamraj attire, halted bike and car drivers, urging them to wear helmets and seat belts while driving. The incident took place near the main Talab Crossroads in the city, where the Transport Department and Traffic Police conducted a road safety awareness campaign. The 'Yamraj' figure, played by P.K. Rawat, stopped drivers who were not following traffic safety measures. With an authoritative tone, he reminded them, "If you don't follow the rules, we’ll take you away – because I am Yamraj!" The campaign's goal was to raise awareness about the importance of wearing helmets for bikers...

Lucknow: A serious case of alleged medical negligence has emerged from Uttar Pradesh’s capital, where doctors at the reputed Era Medical College and Hospital have been accused of leaving surgical equipment inside a woman’s abdomen during an operation. Acting on court directions, police have registered an FIR against 13 doctors and two hospital owners in connection with the case. According to the complaint, the woman, identified as Rupa Sharma Singh, visited Era Hospital in 2023 after experiencing persistent abdominal pain. Doctors advised surgery, following which she was admitted to the hospital on 15 February 2023. Her first operation was conducted on 27 February. Repeated Surgeries, Persistent PainDespite the surgery, the patient continued to suffer severe pain. A second operation ...

In a significant development in the Delhi riots conspiracy case, the Supreme Court of India has rejected the bail petitions of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam. Following the ruling, Congress MP Imran Masood questioned the decision, emphasizing that prolonged detention of undertrial prisoners may constitute a violation of fundamental rights. Speaking on the matter, Masood highlighted that the Supreme Court itself has repeatedly maintained that bail is the norm, and imprisonment is the exception. “It is crucial to consider whether keeping accused individuals in jail for extended periods before the completion of their trial infringes upon their fundamental rights,” he stated. He further emphasized that personal liberty forms the cornerstone of the Indian Constitution and should be carefully ...

Fatehpur: In a major action against illegal assets, the Fatehpur administration has seized properties worth over ₹5.15 crore belonging to close associates of Samajwadi Party leader and gangster Haji Raza Mohammad. The move, carried out on the orders of the District Magistrate (DM), targeted plots and land registered in the names of Raza’s councillors, drivers, and domestic staff. The action has sent shockwaves among land mafias and criminal networks in the region. Properties Acquired Through Illegal MeansHaji Raza Mohammad, a resident of Pani Mohalla in the Sadar Kotwali area, is considered a prominent figure among SP leaders. Over the years, multiple cases, including under stringent gangster-related laws, have been registered against him in Sadar Kotwali. Reports indicate that Raza acq...