Uttar Pradesh

Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh: A bizarre incident unfolded at the Women’s Police Station and police line premises in Aligarh, capturing nationwide attention after a video went viral on social media. In the video, a desperate husband is seen repeatedly falling at his mother-in-law’s feet, pleading for his wife to be sent back to him. Despite his emotional appeals, the mother-in-law refuses, even pushing him aside and walking away. According to reports, the incident occurred on Wednesday when Sanjay, a resident of Mathura, visited the Aligarh Women’s Police Station following a complaint filed by his wife. During discussions at the station, his mother-in-law refused to send her daughter back with him. Overcome with emotion, Sanjay was seen repeatedly crying, folding his hands, and begging the aut...

Gorakhpur, December 18, 2025: A shocking incident unfolded at a government higher secondary school in Uswa Babu, Khajni police station area, when students refused to eat their mid-day meal after discovering an insect in the food. The situation escalated into a violent confrontation between the school’s female principal and the cook. Fight Erupts Over Contaminated FoodAccording to reports, the incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon during the lunch break. Upon learning about the insect in the meal, Principal Rita Ary questioned the cook, Gunja Devi, about the issue. The discussion quickly escalated into a heated argument and then physical confrontation, with both women grabbing each other by the hair and throwing each other to the ground. Staff members and teachers present in the schoo...

Badaun, December 18, 2025: The historic village of Nizamuddinpur Shah, located about 50 kilometers from Badaun district headquarters in Uttar Pradesh, is drawing attention for its rich cultural past and the ongoing debate over its name. The village’s history dates back to the Mughal era, and recent discussions have revived interest in its unique heritage. Mughal-Era OriginsEighty-year-old resident Shyamlal Maurya explains that the village’s name has been in use since the Mughal period. During the 1857 revolt, a significant portion of the Muslim population migrated from the village to Delhi’s Nizamuddinpur area and to the Nagina-Dhampur region in Uttar Pradesh. Families in Delhi still preserve knowledge of their ancestral roots in the village. Discovery of Ancient CoinsLocal residents...

Badaun, UP: A shocking incident unfolded at the Bisauli bus stand in Badaun, Uttar Pradesh, where a state-run UP Roadways bus broke down mid-route, leaving passengers scrambling to get it moving. The incident has sparked widespread criticism of the transport department on social media. Passengers Forced to Push the Bus On Wednesday, a bus from the Badaun depot, carrying several passengers including students, left for its scheduled destination. However, near the Bisauli Roadways bus stand on MM Highway, the bus suddenly stopped. Witnesses say the driver and conductor pleaded with passengers, especially some students, to help push the vehicle. With no alternative, passengers braved the biting cold to push the bus. After significant effort, the bus finally restarted and continued its jo...

Mathura: A major controversy has erupted involving the security personnel of the renowned storyteller Aniruddhacharya Maharaj. According to reports, a shopkeeper near the Gauri Gopal Ashram in Vrindavan was allegedly dragged and beaten inside the ashram by the Maharaj’s guards. The victim’s family has leveled serious accusations against the spiritual leader. Allegations by the Victim’s Family Shopkeeper Vivek Kumar runs a small shop near the Gauri Gopal Ashram. His family claims that during broad daylight, security personnel forcibly dragged him from his shop into the ashram. Vivek’s daughter alleged that when her father resisted, the guards assaulted him brutally, causing severe injuries. Hospital and Administrative Pressure Alleged Following the attack, Vivek Kumar was taken ...

Naman Tiwari, a 20-year-old left-arm medium-fast bowler from Deoria, has made his mark in the IPL T20 League 2026. The Lucknow Super Giants acquired him for ₹1 crore, bringing pride and celebration to his ancestral village, Khukhundu in the Parasia Gulali area, and across the region. Humble Beginnings, Big Dreams Coming from a middle-class family, Naman’s father, Suryanath Tiwari, an LIC agent residing in Lucknow, never imposed his own wishes on his son. From a young age, Naman’s passion leaned more toward cricket than academics. Recognizing his son’s talent, Suryanath offered unwavering support, allowing Naman to pursue cricket seriously. Cricketing Journey The youngest of three siblings, Naman completed his schooling in Deoria up to the intermediate level. Inspired as a child...

In an age often marked by indifference and self-interest, a heart-warming story from a small village in Jhansi district has emerged as a powerful reminder that humanity and compassion are very much alive. From Sant Behata village under the Chirgaon police station area of Jhansi, a village headman has set an extraordinary example by adopting a helpless orphaned girl as his own daughter and later arranging her marriage with full honor and grandeur—just as any loving father would. A Childhood Shadowed by Loss The story revolves around Shivani, the eldest of two sisters, who faced unimaginable tragedy at a tender age. When she was just seven years old, her father died suddenly of a heart attack. Before the family could recover from the shock, fate struck again—three years later, her m...

Noida: India’s celebrated sculptor Ram Sutar, the visionary artist behind some of the country’s most iconic monuments—including the world’s tallest statue, the Statue of Unity—passed away late Wednesday night at his residence in Sector 19, Noida, following a prolonged illness. He was 100 years old. With his passing, the nation has lost not just a master sculptor, but a towering figure in India’s cultural and artistic heritage. Ram Sutar had been bedridden for a long time and was unable to sit or stand due to age-related ailments. His last rites will be performed on Thursday at Sector 94, Noida. The news of his demise was confirmed by his son Anil Sutar, himself a noted sculptor who has been carrying forward his father’s artistic legacy. Architect of India’s Monumental Identity ...

Amethi:True success is often born out of struggle, and the life of young cricketer Prashant Veer stands as a shining example of this belief. Hailing from a modest background in Amethi district, Prashant has scripted an extraordinary success story by earning a ₹14.2 crore contract in the IPL mini-auction, where he was picked up by Chennai Super Kings (CSK). With this, he has become one of the most expensive uncapped players in IPL history, sharing the record with Agra’s Kartik Sharma. Prashant’s rise is not just about money or fame—it is a story of determination, discipline, and unshakeable resolve. For years, he cycled nearly 14 kilometres every day from his village Gunjipur to the Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Stadium to attend practice sessions, regardless of weather conditions. His single-min...

The controversy surrounding cough syrup misuse and illegal trade in Uttar Pradesh has taken a dramatic turn with Sonbhadra Police arresting a wanted accused carrying a reward of ₹10,000. The arrest has exposed a large-scale paper transaction involving a fake purchase worth nearly ₹6 crore of cough syrup, allegedly carried out for a profit of just ₹1 per bottle. The accused, 28-year-old Satyam Kumar, a resident of Varanasi, was arrested during a special crackdown against drug mafias. Police said he had obtained a fraudulent drug licence in the name of “Maa Kripa Medical” using forged documents and was operating an elaborate network of fake billing and financial transactions. The operation was conducted under the direction of Superintendent of Police Abhishek Verma, with a special team...