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Uttar Pradesh

SP Spokesperson Rajkumar Bhati Accuses Film ‘Dhurandhar’ of Spreading Hatred Against Pakistan, Sparks Political Debate
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

SP Spokesperson Rajkumar Bhati Accuses Film ‘Dhurandhar’ of Spreading Hatred Against Pakistan, Sparks Political Debate

Ghaziabad: A political controversy has erupted in Uttar Pradesh after Samajwadi Party (SP) spokesperson Rajkumar Bhati accused the recently discussed film ‘Dhurandhar’ of promoting hatred against Pakistan. His remarks have triggered sharp reactions across political circles and social media, intensifying the debate over nationalism, cinema, and cross-border narratives. Speaking in Dadri, Greater Noida, Bhati alleged that India’s literary and film communities suffer from a “Pakistan phobia,” and that movies like Dhurandhar, which depict stories of Indian intelligence agencies, are being used to stoke animosity rather than promote peace. ‘Cinema Should Promote Harmony, Not Hatred’ Responding to media questions about Dhurandhar, Bhati said that many poets, writers, and filmmakers gain...
Allahabad High Court Denies Maintenance to Wife for Suppressing Employment and Income
State, Uttar Pradesh

Allahabad High Court Denies Maintenance to Wife for Suppressing Employment and Income

Prayagraj: In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has held that a wife who is financially independent and deliberately conceals her employment and income from the court is not entitled to maintenance and deserves no judicial sympathy. The court observed that a woman who is capable of maintaining herself cannot seek financial support from her husband by misleading the judiciary. Suppression of material facts, particularly regarding employment and earnings, amounts to abuse of the legal process. Maintenance Claim Rejected Under CrPC Section 125 Justice Madanpal Singh, while allowing a criminal revision petition filed by the husband, set aside the Family Court’s earlier order that had directed him to pay maintenance. The High Court ruled that under Section 125 of the Crimi...
Heart and Lungs Missing in Post-mortem: Mutilated Body Found on Mahoba Hill Sparks Murder Suspicion
State, Uttar Pradesh

Heart and Lungs Missing in Post-mortem: Mutilated Body Found on Mahoba Hill Sparks Murder Suspicion

Mahoba: Panic spread across the Kabrai stone market area after a severely mutilated body was discovered on the Gangamai hill on Thursday. The deceased had deep head injuries, and parts of the body were missing. A post-mortem examination revealed that the heart and lungs were not found inside the chest cavity, prompting strong suspicion of homicide. The victim was identified as Sundar Saini (48), a resident of Shastri Nagar in Kabrai, who earned his livelihood by making and selling flower garlands. According to his son Krishnakant, Saini left home on Wednesday evening to deliver flower garlands but never returned. When attempts to trace him failed, the family lodged a missing report at the local police station. Villagers Suspect Animal Attack, Family Alleges Murder Villagers claime...
Is a Major Shake-Up Coming in Congress Ahead of UP 2027 Elections? Key Strategy Meet Held in Delhi Under Priyanka Gandhi’s Leadership
State, Uttar Pradesh

Is a Major Shake-Up Coming in Congress Ahead of UP 2027 Elections? Key Strategy Meet Held in Delhi Under Priyanka Gandhi’s Leadership

Lucknow: The political buzz around the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections is gaining momentum much earlier than expected. The Congress Party has intensified its preparations and held an important meeting in Delhi, led by Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, signaling a possible major organisational overhaul ahead of the crucial polls. Although party leaders maintained that the meeting was primarily focused on preparations for the December 14 anti-SIR rally at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan, political observers believe the closed-door discussions indicate Congress’s growing strategic activity with an eye on 2027. Why UP Remains Central to National Politics For decades, political analysts have reiterated that “the road to Delhi passes through Uttar Pradesh.” The 2027 Assembly elections wil...
Bangladeshi Bride Intercepted After Entering India via Nepal; ATS Begins Probe
State, Uttar Pradesh

Bangladeshi Bride Intercepted After Entering India via Nepal; ATS Begins Probe

Amroha: Security agencies were put on alert in Amroha’s Mandi Dhanaura area after a Bangladeshi woman, who had married an Indian-origin man in Saudi Arabia, entered India illegally via Nepal. Acting on a tip-off from local residents, police detained the couple on Thursday evening and questioned them for several hours. A case was registered late night for lack of required travel documents. On Friday, an Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) team reached Mandi Dhanaura and initiated an in-depth investigation. During interrogation, it emerged that the woman, Reena Begum, returned to Bangladesh three months ago following her father’s death. Her husband Rashid, who works in Saudi Arabia, visited her twice in Bangladesh. On his third visit, the couple obtained a 30-day tourist visa for Nepal and late...
BHU Professor Develops India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen-Powered Cruise: Silent and Pollution-Free
State, Uttar Pradesh

BHU Professor Develops India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen-Powered Cruise: Silent and Pollution-Free

Varanasi, December 12, 2025: Varanasi has introduced India’s first hydrogen-powered cruise, inaugurated by Union Minister Sarvanand Sonwal. Operating four times daily, this eco-friendly cruise combines modern technology with the city’s cultural heritage, offering a sustainable way to experience the Ganga. A Milestone in Green TechnologyFlagged off from Namo Ghat on Thursday, the cruise is currently managed by the Indian Waterways Authority. The vessel is entirely based on indigenous technology, producing zero emissions or noise pollution. Each cruise can accommodate up to 50 passengers, allowing tourists to enjoy morning rides as well as the evening Ganga Aarti in complete comfort and sustainability. Five such cruises are now operational from Namo Ghat, with plans to expand operations i...
Amroha Woman Insists on Living With Married Priest; Panchayat Called, No Resolution
State, Uttar Pradesh

Amroha Woman Insists on Living With Married Priest; Panchayat Called, No Resolution

Gajraula, Amroha, December 12, 2025: A bizarre case has emerged from the Gajraula area of Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, where a woman is insisting on living with a married temple priest. The issue escalated to the point that a local panchayat was convened, but hours of deliberation failed to produce any resolution. Allegations and ClaimsAccording to the woman, she had been in a long-standing relationship with the priest, who allegedly treated her like a wife and had promised to marry her. She claims that even the priest’s wife was aware of the relationship and that, for some time, both women were living with him. The dispute intensified when the priest recently refused to continue cohabiting with the woman. She also alleges that the priest had listed himself as the father on her child’s Aadhaa...
ED Launches Massive Raids in Codeine Cough Syrup Case Across UP and Other States
State, Uttar Pradesh

ED Launches Massive Raids in Codeine Cough Syrup Case Across UP and Other States

Lucknow/Varanasi, December 12, 2025: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a major crackdown in the ongoing investigation into the illegal trade of codeine-laced cough syrup. Simultaneous raids were conducted at around 25 locations, including Lucknow, Varanasi, Jaunpur, Saharanpur, Ranchi, and Ahmedabad. Key DevelopmentsThe probe into the illicit cough syrup syndicate continues to uncover startling revelations. The mastermind, Shubham Jaiswal, remains at large, reportedly having fled to Dubai. However, his father, Bhola Jaiswal, has already been arrested. In the latest operation on Friday, ED teams raided multiple locations at approximately 7 a.m., including the opulent residence of Alok Singh in Lucknow. Singh, a former STF constable and close associate of former MP Dhananjay S...
Shankaracharya Avimukteshwarananda Criticizes Renaming of PMO as ‘Sevatirth’
State, Uttar Pradesh

Shankaracharya Avimukteshwarananda Criticizes Renaming of PMO as ‘Sevatirth’

Meerut, December 12, 2025: Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwarananda Saraswati strongly criticized the recent decision to rename the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) as ‘Sevatirth’. He described the move as inappropriate and a violation of the core principles of Sanatan Dharma. The Shankaracharya, returning from the winter Char Dham pilgrimage in Uttarakhand, arrived at Yogipuram Colony in Kankar Kheda, Meerut, where he received a warm welcome. During his visit, he sprinkled Ganga water over the local residents as a blessing and distributed prasadam to men and women, wishing them long life and prosperity. Addressing the media, Swami Avimukteshwarananda said that he first learned about the renaming of the PMO to ‘Sevatirth’ on December 2, 2025, through news reports. He expressed...
UP BJP Presidential Election: Voter List Released; MPs, MLAs, and MLCs Eligible to Vote
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

UP BJP Presidential Election: Voter List Released; MPs, MLAs, and MLCs Eligible to Vote

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Uttar Pradesh has officially released the voter list for the state party president election. The new UP BJP President will be finalized by December 14, 2025, with nominations scheduled on December 13 at the party’s Lucknow office. Voter CompositionThe responsibility of voting has been entrusted to a group of senior leaders, including 5 Lok Sabha MPs, 8 MLCs, 26 MLAs, along with 425 provincial council members and district presidents. MPs Included in Voter List: Dr. Mahesh Sharma Devendra Singh Bhole Satypal Singh Baghel Kamlesh Paswan Dr. Vinod Kumar Bind MLCs Included: Vijay Bahadur Pathak Arun Pathak Ashok Katiyar Ashwani Tyagi Kunwar Maharaj Singh Pranshu Datt Dwivedi Tariq Mansoo...