Uttar Pradesh

Sonbhadra: A chilling and tragic incident has shaken Majhigawan Ghorawal village in Uttar Pradesh’s Sonbhadra district, where a 36-year-old woman lost her life in a horrific farming accident. The incident occurred during paddy processing, when the woman was caught in a tractor-mounted fan, resulting in her instant death on the spot. The tragedy unfolded in full view of her family members, leaving the entire village in shock. Accident During Paddy Processing According to local sources, residents Bhuvneshwar Patel and Suresh Prajapati were engaged in paddy winnowing (dhan osai) using a tractor-fitted fan. During the operation, Manju Devi, wife of Suresh Prajapati, was assisting her husband by feeding paddy into the airflow. In a moment of fatal negligence, Manju Devi’s saree got ent...

Ghaziabad: The exposure of a fake medicines manufacturing unit in Loni, Ghaziabad, has raised serious questions about the functioning and preparedness of the local Drug Control Department. Ironically, while the department continued its routine surveillance, it was the Delhi Police Crime Branch that cracked the case, uncovering a well-established illegal network operating for a long time. Long-Running Racket, But No Local Detection According to officials, the counterfeit drug network dismantled in Loni had been active for months, if not longer. Despite this, the Ghaziabad Drug Department failed to trace the operation, highlighting glaring gaps in its monitoring mechanism and intelligence capabilities. The fact that an external agency had to intervene has triggered criticism of the ...

Gorakhpur: A heart-wrenching incident has shaken Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, where a woman and two young girls were hit by a speeding train while crossing railway tracks. The accident claimed the lives of two people on the spot, while one minor girl is battling for her life in hospital. The tragedy has plunged the entire neighbourhood into deep mourning. According to police and local sources, 32-year-old Savita Yadav, a resident of Uttari Humayunpur under Kotwali police station area, was heading to the market on Sunday evening. She was accompanied by two neighbouring girls—eight-year-old Siya Yadav and seven-year-old Kanak Kumari—after promising to buy them chocolates. Locals said Savita was well-known in the area and often took children along with her, as they shared a close bond with he...

Unnao, 15 December 2025: A shocking incident of a love-triangle-related murder has come to light in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh. A young man, in a dispute over a romantic relationship, allegedly conspired with his friends to kill his rival. According to reports, 22-year-old Sudhir, a resident of Baliyakheda village in Achalganj police station area, went missing on 12 December while riding a bike with his friend Ranjit. Concerned about his disappearance, Sudhir’s family reported it to the police. The bike was later found abandoned, raising further concern. On Sunday, local villagers discovered a body concealed under bushes and immediately informed the police. The deceased was identified as Sudhir. Initial examination revealed rope marks around his neck and blood on his face, indicating a pos...

Greater Noida: Once again, the menace of stray dogs has put residents on edge in Greater Noida. On Monday morning, at Shiv Shakti Apartments in Sector MU‑2, a group of stray dogs attacked an elderly woman who was taking her morning walk in the park, leaving her injured. The dogs reportedly bit her leg severely, causing significant wounds. According to residents, the woman’s cries alerted bystanders, who rushed to her aid and managed to rescue her from the attacking dogs. The incident has sparked concern among locals, who claim that despite multiple such attacks in the past, authorities have yet to take concrete action to control the stray dog population. Park Walk Turns Dangerous The elderly woman had gone to the society park for her routine morning walk when several stray dogs su...

Ayodhya: Dr. Ramvilas Vedanti, a senior BJP leader, former Member of Parliament, and one of the prominent figures in the Ram Temple movement, passed away on Monday. His health had suddenly deteriorated on Sunday, and he was admitted to a super-specialty hospital in critical condition. His demise has sent waves of grief among leaders associated with the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. Dr. Vedanti, born on 7 October 1958, was actively involved in the Ram Temple movement from its early days. A respected Hindu religious leader, he served as a member of the 12th Lok Sabha, representing the Pratapgarh constituency of Uttar Pradesh on a BJP ticket. He was also a member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Political Journey and Historic WinsBreaking the stronghold of royal and politic...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Known as the heart of Lucknow, Hazratganj is more than just a bustling commercial hub—it is a living testament to the city’s rich cultural and Nawabi heritage. With a history spanning over 200 years, this iconic locality reflects the elegance, refinement, and architectural grandeur of Lucknow’s bygone era. The Origins of Hazratganj Hazratganj’s roots trace back to 1810 when Nawab Saadat Ali Khan, the sixth ruler of Awadh (reign: 1798–1814), developed the area to connect Dilkusha to the Residency. Initially, the area housed an grain market at Kotwali, flanked by tamarind trees, and featured a mile-long road with commercial and residential buildings on both sides. Later, in 1827, Nawab Nasir-ud-din Haider Shah established markets like the China Bazaar and Cap...

Noida:Noida woke up to a public health emergency on Monday as a deadly combination of extreme air pollution and dense fog brought daily life to a near standstill. The city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) surged to an alarming 693, placing it firmly in the “severe” category and making Noida the most polluted city in the country. According to official data, Noida’s AQI jumped sharply from 466 on Sunday to 693 on Monday morning, marking the harshest pollution episode of the season so far. In some monitoring locations, AQI levels were reported to be as high as 747, indicating an extremely hazardous situation for residents. Adding to the crisis, dense fog reduced visibility to barely 20 metres in several areas by 9 am, severely disrupting traffic and normal activities. Major roads, residential ...

Saharanpur: A horrifying murder case has come to light in Uttar Pradesh’s Saharanpur district, where a man allegedly killed his girlfriend in a brutal manner after she insisted on marriage. The accused, identified as Bilal, strangled the woman with a car seat belt and later beheaded her to conceal her identity. The crime was uncovered on the very day Bilal’s wedding procession was scheduled to take place, sending shockwaves across the region. Relationship Turned Fatal The victim, 30-year-old Uma, was a resident of Gangotri Colony in Saharanpur. She had been in a relationship with Bilal, a taxi driver from Tidoli village in the Nakur police station area, for nearly two years. The two had also lived together for a period. Uma was already married and the mother of a 10-year-old son, who...