Uttar Pradesh

Sultanpur, February 18, 2026: A constable of the Uttar Pradesh Excise Department was critically injured during celebratory firing at a Tilkotsav event in Karamajitpur village under Motigarpur police jurisdiction in Sultanpur. The bullet, reportedly fired accidentally by a fellow constable, struck him in the waist. Incident DetailsThe injured officer, Vineet Mishra (36), a resident of Malhipur, Chanda police station area, was attending the event at the Tilkotsav of Ankur Shukla, another Excise Department constable posted in Lucknow. Fellow constable Surendra Yadav, from Umarpur, Baghra, Pratapgarh, who had come from Raebareli, was firing in celebration when the accident occurred. Immediately after the incident, colleagues rushed Vineet Mishra to Sultanpur Medical College. However, due...

Lucknow, February 18, 2026: In a shocking incident in Lalata Kheda village under Kakori police station, a young man was allegedly stabbed to death by his wife’s family over a love marriage. The police have arrested four accused, including the victim’s father-in-law and brother-in-law, while a minor is also in custody. Post-mortem reports confirm multiple stab wounds on the neck and face. Incident Planned Under Pretext of FarewellAccording to Rahul Gautam of Madhav Tanda in Pilibhit, his 24-year-old brother, Ramsagar, who sold clothes as a hawker, had developed a friendship with Kamini, a cousin from Lalata Kheda village in Kakori. Their friendship eventually turned into a love relationship, culminating in a marriage in 2024. Kamini’s family reportedly disapproved and had arranged her ma...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: During the 2026 budget session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, Leader of the Opposition Mata Prasad Pandey raised serious concerns over the functioning of police officers at the local station level. Pandey highlighted the difficulty in contacting station officers, saying that while district SPs sometimes answer calls, station in-charges often do not pick up the phone. Concerns Over Police Responsiveness Addressing the House, Pandey said that when representatives try to reach out to officers via telephone, they frequently face inaction. “Even if the SP responds occasionally, the station officers rarely take calls. It seems they may engage in other duties but ignore direct communication,” he remarked. Request to Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pandey urged t...

Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh: As the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections approach, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) appears increasingly active in the state. In line with the RSS completing 100 years, the organization is implementing plans to expand its grassroots presence. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat has taken a hands-on approach in these initiatives, emphasizing outreach beyond party lines. Message of Political Inclusivity During a meeting with volunteers at Yogiraj Gabhiranath Auditorium, Bhagwat stressed that the RSS should maintain connections with supporters and workers of all political parties. “Instead of creating divisions based on political affiliations, we must coordinate and bring everyone together,” he said. He urged volunteers to build friendships with supporters of vari...

Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh: Indian cricket star Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma visited Vrindavan once again, joining hundreds of devotees for a spiritual discourse by Premanand Maharaj. Their simple and humble demeanor during the visit has been widely appreciated on social media. After arriving from abroad via Delhi Airport on Monday, the couple spent the night at a hotel before heading to Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj in the morning to meet Premanand Maharaj. Joined Devotees for an Hour-Long SatsangVirat and Anushka have previously met Premanand Maharaj privately to seek blessings. This time, they sat among hundreds of devotees, listening attentively to the Maharaj’s discourse for nearly one hour. They did not ask questions but immersed themselves in the spiritual experie...

Greater Noida, UP: In a frightening incident at Supertech Ecovillage-1, a lift suddenly plunged from the 13th to the 8th floor due to a power outage, leaving a 65-year-old woman seriously injured. Rani Prasad was in the lift with her grandson and granddaughter when the accident occurred. She suffered fractures in four places on her legs. Incident DetailsAccording to family members, the accident happened around 5 PM on Monday. Rani Prasad had gone to pick up her 11-year-old granddaughter and 7-year-old grandson, who study in Tower G-5. On their return, the lift in Tower F-7 malfunctioned due to an abrupt electricity cut. The lift plummeted down five floors, causing Rani and the children to fall to the lift floor. While all three managed to stabilize themselves, Rani could not exit the li...

Saharanpur, UP: Pakistani national Iqbal Bhatti, also known as Devaraj Sehgal, who was convicted of espionage in India, was on Monday sent to the Attari border under tight security to be handed over to Pakistani authorities. After serving a 17-year sentence and completing all legal and diplomatic formalities, the repatriation process was finalized. He is scheduled to be handed over to the Pakistani Rangers at Attari Border on Tuesday afternoon. Arrest and Espionage ChargesBhatti was arrested on 8 August 2008 by Punjab Police in Patiala while in possession of sensitive military maps. Investigations revealed that he had been living in Saharanpur’s Hakikat Nagar area for nearly a year under the alias Devaraj Sehgal. Using forged documents, he had obtained a voter ID, PAN card, and ration c...

Satna/Chitrakoot: Renowned spiritual preacher Sant Riteshwar Maharaj, accompanied by former MP and ex-president of the Indian Wrestling Federation Brijbhushan Sharan Singh, visited Chitrakoot and the Dharkundi Ashram in Satna. During his visit, Maharaj lauded the law and order situation in Uttar Pradesh under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and shared his views on social laws and inter-saint dialogues. Praise for Yogi Adityanath Speaking to the media in Chitrakoot, Sant Riteshwar Maharaj praised CM Yogi Adityanath for creating a fear-free environment in Uttar Pradesh. He described Yogi as both a spiritual leader and an efficient administrator, stating that when a saint assumes political power, he performs his duties with utmost dedication to Rajdharma (the duty of governance). Inte...

Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh: A security guard at the Luharli Toll Plaza in Bulandshahr has set an example of honesty and integrity by returning a bag containing ₹27,950 in cash and important documents to its rightful owner. A video of the incident shared on social media has drawn widespread appreciation for the guard’s exemplary conduct. Incident Details The incident occurred late Monday night when a car passed through the toll plaza and the owner’s bag accidentally fell off the vehicle. The toll plaza security guard, Vishal, noticed the bag and, upon opening it, discovered the cash and essential documents. He immediately informed the toll plaza manager. CCTV Footage Helps Trace Owner Working together, Vishal and the toll manager reviewed hours of CCTV footage to identify the ca...

Greater Noida: On Maha Shivratri, the consumption of dishes made from buckwheat flour (kuttu atta) turned hazardous for residents of Greater Noida West. More than 150 people from seven housing societies fell ill after eating pakoras and puris made from the flour. Victims experienced sudden vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, prompting urgent hospitalization. Among the sick were six members of a single family. Hospitalizations and Critical Cases At Yatharth Hospital, 28 patients were admitted, including seven men, 15 women, and six children. According to Dr. Parag Agrawal of New Med Hospital, over 50 patients arrived at the emergency unit. While some were treated and discharged, more than 25 required admission, and several critical cases were placed in the ICU. Societies Affect...