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Pankaj Chaudhary Likely to Become New UP BJP Chief; BJP Headquarters Buzzing with Activity

13Dec

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Pankaj Chaudhary Likely to Become New UP BJP Chief; BJP Headquarters Buzzing with Activity

Lucknow: The BJP office in Uttar Pradesh was abuzz with activity on Saturday morning as party leaders gathered for the nomination process of the new Uttar Pradesh BJP president. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and several senior leaders were present at the party headquarters in Lucknow. In a subtle hint to the media, UP Minister Swatantra Dev Singh indicated that Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary is poised to become the next UP BJP president. Speaking to journalists, Swatantra Dev Singh said: "The nomination process is scheduled today. The BJP will soon have a new state president. He is popular in his community and has worked hard within the party. He has been elected Member of Parliament seven times and will bring significant benefits to the party. In BJP, there is no casteism, no regi...

If Pankaj Chaudhary Becomes UP BJP President, He Will Be the Fourth from Kurmi Community: A Look at 45 Years of Party Leadership

13Dec

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If Pankaj Chaudhary Becomes UP BJP President, He Will Be the Fourth from Kurmi Community: A Look at 45 Years of Party Leadership

Lucknow: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to appoint a new president for its Uttar Pradesh unit on Sunday, with the formal announcement scheduled for 14 December. Party sources say the nomination process is currently underway in Lucknow and is expected to conclude by the afternoon. After scrutiny and possible withdrawal of nominations, it will be decided whether a formal election is required or if the president will be chosen unanimously. Among the leading contenders, Union Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, who belongs to the Kurmi community, has emerged as the frontrunner. If appointed, Chaudhary will become the fourth BJP state president from the Kurmi caste, a move widely seen as a strategic response to the Opposition’s PDA (Backward, Dalit, Minority) political n...

Who Was to Buy ₹37 Lakh Worth of Ganja in Meerut? Smugglers Hide Drugs Inside Inverters, Shock Police

13Dec

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Who Was to Buy ₹37 Lakh Worth of Ganja in Meerut? Smugglers Hide Drugs Inside Inverters, Shock Police

Meerut: In a major breakthrough against drug trafficking, a joint team of the police and the Narcotics Department busted a large ganja smuggling racket in the Daurala area of Meerut. The operation was carried out at the Sivaya Toll Plaza, where four smugglers were arrested with ganja worth approximately ₹37 lakh, ingeniously concealed inside electronic inverters. The accused had cut open the bodies of 12 inverters and stuffed them with ganja in place of batteries and wiring, making the consignment appear like ordinary electronic equipment during visual inspection and scanning. Smugglers Nabbed at Toll PlazaAccording to officials, acting on specific intelligence that a large consignment of ganja was being transported from Odisha to Meerut, police set up an early-morning checking opera...

Realise Your Dream Home in Lucknow: LDA to Develop Group Housing in Gomti Nagar Extension; Registration Opens Soon

13Dec

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Realise Your Dream Home in Lucknow: LDA to Develop Group Housing in Gomti Nagar Extension; Registration Opens Soon

Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is set to offer prime residential and commercial land parcels through e-auction, providing a major opportunity for homebuyers and developers to invest in some of the city’s most sought-after locations. The authority will develop group housing projects in Gomti Nagar Extension, along with commercial complexes and a hospital site near 1090 Chauraha. The e-auction portal will open for registrations on 15 December, and interested bidders can apply through the official LDA website. The proposed developments promise excellent road connectivity and extensive green spaces, making them attractive for both residential and commercial use. Group Housing in Gomti Nagar ExtensionLDA Vice-Chairman Prathamesh Kumar said that in Sector-7 of Gomti Nagar...

Unique Wedding Invitation in Jaunpur Highlights Interfaith Ancestry, Mentions Lal Bahadur Dubey

13Dec

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Unique Wedding Invitation in Jaunpur Highlights Interfaith Ancestry, Mentions Lal Bahadur Dubey

Jaunpur, UP: A wedding reception in Jaunpur has caught nationwide attention, not for its grandeur alone, but for an extraordinary detail on its invitation card. In a rare display of interfaith acknowledgment, the card for Naushad Ahmed Dubey’s reception mentions a Hindu ancestor from eight generations ago, sparking conversations on social media and beyond. The wedding is set to take place on December 14 in Dehri village, Kerakat region, home to Naushad Ahmed Dubey, who also serves as the district chairman of Vishal Bharat Sansthan. Invitations for this grand celebration were reportedly sent to dignitaries ranging from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. A Card That Made Headlines The invitation card, now going viral, carries a remarkable lineage detail:...

SSP Shlok Kumar Cracks Down on ‘Mini Jamtara’, Arrests 37 in Major Cyber Fraud Bust

13Dec

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SSP Shlok Kumar Cracks Down on ‘Mini Jamtara’, Arrests 37 in Major Cyber Fraud Bust

Mathura: SSP Shlok Kumar of Mathura has gained attention for leading a decisive crackdown on a large cyber fraud network in the region. Under his direction, Operation Bajrang was launched, resulting in the arrest of 37 suspects from four villages, who have now been sent to jail. The case was registered under organized crime provisions by the Govardhan police. The operation, carried out by SP Dehat Surendra Chand Rawat and the SP Crime team, involved intensive searches across Devseras, Moodseras, Nagla Akatia, and Daulatpur villages, areas infamously referred to as ‘Mini Jamtara’ for their role in cyber scams. A total of 42 suspects were initially apprehended, with 5 minors later released, and 10 criminals still at large. Who is SSP Shlok Kumar? Shlok Kumar, a 2014-batch IPS office...

UP BJP to Announce New State President Today; Remembering Kalraj Mishra’s Unique Record

13Dec

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UP BJP to Announce New State President Today; Remembering Kalraj Mishra’s Unique Record

Lucknow: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Uttar Pradesh is set to announce its new state president today, following the complete election process. The formal declaration will be made by the Central Election Officer, Piyush Goyal, on Sunday. Nomination Process to Decide Leadership On Saturday, nominations for the state president post will be open from 2 PM to 3 PM at the party office. This session will clarify who will take charge as the next president. Traditionally, the BJP has chosen its state presidents unopposed, and the same is expected this time. The only exception occurred in 2000, when Ram Kalraj Mishra was widely supported as the consensus candidate, but Ram Prakash Tripathi also submitted his nomination. He later withdrew it, restoring the practice of electing preside...

High-Speed Car Crashes Into Dhaba on Delhi-Dehradun Highway, Family Escapes Unhurt

13Dec

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High-Speed Car Crashes Into Dhaba on Delhi-Dehradun Highway, Family Escapes Unhurt

Muzaffarnagar (UP): A high-speed car rammed into a roadside dhaba on the Delhi-Dehradun National Highway-58 on Thursday night, narrowly missing a family standing outside, police said. The shocking incident was captured on CCTV and quickly went viral on social media. The footage shows the car smashing into the dhaba, causing significant damage to the property. The family outside the eatery escaped without any injuries, avoiding what could have been a tragic accident. Driver Reverses and Hits Pole According to police, when the dhaba staff rushed to stop the vehicle, the driver reversed the car and hit a pole outside the establishment, before fleeing the scene. The vehicle caused structural damage to part of the dhaba and broke a pole in the process. CCTV Footage Leads to Identifi...

Muazzin Arrested in Muzaffarnagar for Threatening Police Sub-Inspector; Controversy Triggers Administrative Stir

13Dec

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Muazzin Arrested in Muzaffarnagar for Threatening Police Sub-Inspector; Controversy Triggers Administrative Stir

Muzaffarnagar (Uttar Pradesh): A major controversy has erupted in Muzaffarnagar after a muazzin of Medina Mosque allegedly threatened to behead a police sub-inspector, triggering widespread concern within the police department and among religious organisations. The accused, identified as Mohammad Irfan, was arrested under preventive sections related to breach of peace and later released on bail. The incident pertains to the Civil Lines police station area, specifically Medina Chowk, where the Medina Mosque is located. The matter has remained at the centre of public discourse for the past two days after multiple videos related to the episode went viral on social media. Allegations of Assault During Azaan According to Mohammad Irfan, the muazzin of Medina Mosque, the dispute began w...

Fake IAS Arrested in Gorakhpur, ‘Bihar Girlfriend’ Misses Him on WhatsApp; Status Goes Viral

13Dec

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Fake IAS Arrested in Gorakhpur, ‘Bihar Girlfriend’ Misses Him on WhatsApp; Status Goes Viral

Gorakhpur: The arrest of a man posing as an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer in Gorakhpur has revealed a startling mix of fraud, flamboyance, and a dramatic personal life. Gaurav Kumar, a resident of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, was apprehended by police for allegedly running a multi-crore cheating racket across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh while impersonating a 2022-batch IAS officer. Adding a sensational twist to the case, one of his girlfriends—also from Bihar—posted his photograph on her WhatsApp status with the caption “Miss You Jaanu” shortly after his arrest. The status went viral within hours, drawing widespread attention on social media. Lived as an ‘Officer’, Ran Fraud Network for Months Police said Gaurav had been hiding in a rented house in Chilu...