Uttar Pradesh

In a shocking incident amid dense fog, a speeding car rammed into three policemen on traffic duty at the Soot Mill crossing in Aligarh district on Tuesday night, leaving all three seriously injured. Moments later, the out-of-control vehicle crashed into a stationary Uttar Pradesh Roadways bus parked by the roadside. The incident occurred around 9 pm in the Banna Devi police station area, where Head Constable Brijesh and Home Guards Devendra and Prem Babu were deployed for traffic regulation. Due to poor visibility caused by heavy fog, the car driver allegedly failed to notice the policemen on duty and hit them at high speed. The impact was so severe that the car lost control and slammed into a Roadways bus standing nearby, triggering panic and chaos at the busy intersection. Passersb...

A deeply emotional and spiritually charged moment unfolded in Vrindavan when renowned spiritual speaker Naresh Bhaiya Ji met the revered saint Premanand Maharaj at his ashram. What began as a philosophical and devotional interaction soon transformed into a moment of intense emotion that left Premanand Maharaj in tears and the disciples present profoundly moved. Naresh Bhaiya Ji, a respected figure in Vrindavan’s spiritual circles, is closely associated with “Shriman Naradiya Bhagwat Nikunj.” Known for his heartfelt discourses on Radha–Madhav devotion and Sanatan Dharma, he has carved a special place among saints and devotees, particularly inspiring the younger generation through his soulful satsangs. He arrived at the ashram along with his family, where an atmosphere of devotion and rev...

A surprise raid by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) created a stir in Uttar Pradesh’s Jalaun district after three postal department employees, including a Sub-Divisional Inspector (SDI), were caught and arrested on charges of accepting bribes. The operation was carried out by a CBI team from Lucknow, following a complaint filed by a postal employee. Acting on the information, the agency laid a well-planned trap and caught the accused red-handed while accepting illegal gratification. Allegations and Complaint The case pertains to the Et Post Office area. The complainant, Krishna Kumar, a postman, had recently been transferred to Patna in Bihar and was awaiting formal relief from his current posting. He alleged that Prateek Bhargava, SDI at Konch, demanded a bribe of ₹15,00...

Celebrations erupted in Agra on Tuesday evening as 19-year-old Kartik Sharma, an uncapped cricketer and son of a schoolteacher, scripted a fairytale moment at the IPL auction by fetching a staggering ₹14.20 crore. The young batter was picked up by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) after an intense bidding war, making him one of the most talked-about names of the auction. Kartik, who represents Rajasthan in domestic cricket, has emerged as a symbol of perseverance and passion. His remarkable rise is being widely seen as a reward for consistent performances in recent domestic tournaments. Following his selection, Malti Chahar congratulated him on social media, calling him “Chennai’s new young sensation.” Kartik’s father, Manoj Sharma, a teacher by profession, recalled his son’s early fascinati...

The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP RERA) has approved 16 new real estate projects across nine districts of the state, paving the way for an estimated investment of ₹3,200.16 crore and the development of 3,845 residential, commercial and mixed-use units. The move is expected to strengthen transparency, boost investor confidence and promote balanced urban growth in Uttar Pradesh. The approvals were granted during the 190th Authority meeting, chaired by UP RERA Chairman Sanjay Bhusareddy. Officials said Lucknow accounted for the highest number of approved projects, underlining the city’s growing importance as a real estate and investment hub. Lucknow Leads with Six Projects Lucknow received approval for six projects, involving a proposed investment of ₹2,154.69 cr...

Several high-profile criminal cases currently being heard in Ghaziabad’s local courts and the Special CBI Court have drawn statewide attention across Uttar Pradesh. On Monday, hearings were held in four major cases, though proceedings could be completed in only one. In three cases, the courts adjourned the hearings to later dates, while in one crucial matter, the date for the verdict has been fixed. Among these, the most significant development came in the mysterious death case of Sara Singh, wife of former MLA Aman Mani Tripathi, where fresh forensic evidence has dramatically altered the course of the trial. Sara Singh Death Case: Forensic Report Changes Direction A major revelation emerged in the Sara Singh case during proceedings at the CBI Court. Dr. Sudhir Kumar, Head of the ...

In a significant development in the Pahalgam terror attack case, Aishanya Dwivedi, wife of the late Shubham Dwivedi from Kanpur, expressed her relief and gratitude following the filing of the chargesheet by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Speaking about the prompt action taken by the authorities, Aishanya said, “The Government of India and the NIA acted swiftly in this case. I am grateful to all the officers and armed forces involved for their relentless efforts. Completing the investigation and filing the chargesheet in a timely manner brings immense relief to the victims’ families.” She further appreciated the operations carried out by the security forces, mentioning Operation Sindur and Operation Mahadev, which sent a strong message to terrorists. “The filing of the charg...

In a major infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening Uttar Pradesh’s expressway network, work has begun on a 74.3-kilometer link expressway connecting the Ganga Expressway with the Yamuna Expressway. The ambitious project will pass through 56 villages across Gautam Buddh Nagar and Bulandshahr districts, with an estimated cost of ₹4,000 crore. Project Details and Land Acquisition According to R.K. Singh, CEO of Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), 16 villages within the YEIDA jurisdiction, covering approximately 740 acres, will be acquired to construct this 20-kilometer section, which includes around 9 km of elevated expressway. The land acquisition process is expected to begin in January 2026. The Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority...

At least four people were killed and more than 33 others injured in a devastating multi-vehicle collision on the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura district late Monday night. The accident occurred around 2 a.m. amid dense fog near milestone number 125, close to Khaderha village under the Baldev police station area. According to officials, multiple vehicles travelling at high speed from Agra towards Noida rammed into each other due to near-zero visibility caused by heavy fog. The chain collision involved seven buses and two to three cars, several of which caught fire moments after the crash. The blaze spread rapidly, engulfing the vehicles and trapping some passengers inside. Authorities have confirmed that four passengers were burnt to death in the incident. While two of the deceased have...

Tensions flared at the Kanpur Institute of Technology (KIT) on Monday evening as angry students staged a violent protest over the institute’s autonomous status, leading to large-scale vandalism and the setting ablaze of a newly constructed conference room on the campus. Prompt action by the college administration prevented the fire from spreading further. The protest, which had been simmering for over a week, took an aggressive turn as students accused the institute of misleading them during admissions for the 2024–25 academic session by claiming autonomous status. According to the students, this led to higher fees being charged compared to non-autonomous colleges, while academic processes remained unclear and inconsistent with university norms. Eyewitnesses reported chaos on campus ...