Uttar Pradesh

Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh: A routine inspection of development projects in Fatehpur turned violent on Wednesday when two rival groups clashed in Sarkandi village. The incident, which left several people injured, prompted swift action by the police, including the suspension of the local Station Officer (SO) and the filing of 43 FIRs against named and unidentified individuals. The inspection team had arrived in the village to investigate allegations of irregularities in local development work, filed by Ashok Nigam, also known as Guddu, with the district administration. Present at the site were the current village headman’s husband, Santosh Dwivedi, and members of the complainant’s group. Violence Erupts Despite Police PresenceTensions escalated a short distance away in Sarkandi Khas, whe...

Ghaziabad: Samajwadi Party MP Afzal Ansari has strongly criticized the central government over the worsening air pollution in Delhi, calling for a parliamentary discussion on the issue. He stated that the city’s air quality has deteriorated drastically, reducing visibility to just 100–200 meters and making breathing difficult. The common people are suffering immensely due to the hazardous environment, yet the government appears unwilling to take meaningful action. Call for AccountabilityAnsari emphasized that every elected parliamentarian has the right to voice concerns on critical issues. He accused the government of avoiding discussion on this urgent problem and diverting public attention toward religious matters. Speaking on the last day of the parliamentary session, he said, “The go...

Ayodhya: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra has announced the schedule for the Pratishtha Dwadashi celebration at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. The five-day festivities will feature daily Manas recitations, religious kathas, and cultural programs in the evenings until 9 PM. The main event is set for 31 December, with Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expected to attend. According to Dr. Anil Mishra, trustee of the Ram Mandir, final preparations are underway to mark the second anniversary of the Ram Lalla Pratishtha Dwadashi. The entire temple complex is being thoroughly cleaned, and the Angad Teela area, designated for colorful cultural programs, is also being prepared. The festivities will officially begin on 29 December. Event Schedule: 2...

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has raised serious questions regarding the use of the term “Mananiya” (Honourable) for bureaucrats and state government officials. The court directed the Principal Secretary of the Revenue Department to submit a personal affidavit explaining under which law or protocol officials’ names or designations are being prefixed with “Mananiya.” The order was passed by a division bench comprising Justice Ajay Bhanot and Justice Garima Prasad during the hearing of a petition filed by Yogesh Sharma. The bench specifically questioned why the designation “Additional Commissioner, Appeals” is being referred to as “Mananiya Additional Commissioner, Appeals.” Court Observes Misuse in Official CorrespondenceThe court observed that this trend subtly undermines the s...

Agra: Abhishek, son of former GST Commissioner Kumod Mathur and resident of New Friends Colony, Delhi, has been revealed as a major fraudster involved in cheating jewelers across several districts, including Agra, Mathura, Delhi, and Madhya Pradesh. Following complaints filed in Agra, police investigations have uncovered that Abhishek’s scams may have caused losses exceeding ₹1 crore. Fraudulent Modus OperandiAccording to police, Abhishek would contact jewelers through a known intermediary and visit showrooms to purchase jewelry. He would pay with fake cheques or delay payments. Eight months ago, he allegedly acquired a gold chain from a showroom owner but never made the payment. On 17 December, a fraud case was registered at Hariparvat Police Station against the former GST Commissio...

Prayagraj:In a significant and stern observation, the Allahabad High Court has held that the slogan “Gustakh-e-Nabi ki ek hi saza, sir tan se juda” poses a serious threat to law and order as well as the unity and integrity of India, and has the potential to incite people towards rebellion. The court made these remarks while rejecting the bail plea of an accused named Rehan, who was allegedly involved in violence that erupted on May 26, 2025, in Bihari Pur area, following a call given by Maulana Tauqeer Raza, president of the Ittehad-e-Millat Council (INC). During the incident, a mob of around 500 people allegedly raised the controversial slogan and engaged in violent acts. Slogan Punishable, Against Islamic Principles Too Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal, while hearing the matter,...

December has once again turned out to be a difficult month for well-known YouTuber and online influencer Anurag Dwivedi, as he finds himself at the center of serious legal and investigative action. After receiving alleged death threats from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang last year, Dwivedi is now facing a major crackdown by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an alleged illegal online betting and money laundering case. The ED has conducted simultaneous raids at nine locations linked to Dwivedi, including premises in Unnao and Lucknow, as well as the residence of one of his relatives in Nawabganj. The searches were carried out under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and are linked to an FIR registered by the West Bengal Police for cheating, forgery, and illegal bet...

An emotionally charged scene unfolded outside the Saharanpur District Magistrate’s office on Thursday when a distraught woman from Chhattisgarh staged a sit-in, demanding either the right to live in her husband’s home or permission for euthanasia. The dramatic appeal drew immediate attention, prompting District Magistrate Manish Bansal to step out of his office and personally hear her grievance. Holding a placard and breaking down in tears, Hina, a resident of Green Park Colony in Abhanpur, Chhattisgarh, alleged that her life had been shattered by relentless dowry harassment, taunts over childlessness, and her husband’s second marriage. Overwhelmed emotionally and mentally, she claimed she saw no path forward except death. Marriage Turned Into a Nightmare Hina told officials that ...

In a major step towards ensuring transparency and fairness in the upcoming Panchayat elections, the Uttar Pradesh State Election Commission (SEC) has announced two landmark decisions aimed at completely eliminating fake voting. Leveraging modern technology and robust data management, the Commission has strengthened electoral safeguards, setting a new benchmark for local body elections in the country. Addressing a press conference in Lucknow, State Election Commissioner R.P. Singh informed that the voter list revision process for Panchayat elections has been successfully completed. This year, 40.19 lakh new voters have been added to the Panchayat electoral rolls, reflecting a 3.26 percent increase compared to previous records. The draft voter list will be published on December 23, allowi...