Uttar Pradesh

A horrific accident on the Purvanchal Expressway claimed at least five lives on Wednesday, leaving several others critically injured. The fatal collision occurred near Deeh village, around the 51.600-km mark of the expressway, when a Maruti WagonR and a Maruti Brezza crashed head-on, triggering a massive fire that engulfed both vehicles within moments. According to preliminary reports, the impact was so severe that bodies of passengers were found scattered on the road. Eyewitnesses described the scene as “terrifying,” with both vehicles reduced to mangled, charred remains. District Magistrate Shashank Tripathi confirmed the death toll, stating that five persons died on the spot, while around five others sustained injuries, some of whom are in critical condition. Rescue teams, police ...

Smuggling of Chinese garlic along the Nepal border has once again gained momentum, triggered by the recent surge in garlic prices across Indian markets. With domestic rates touching ₹160–170 per kg, smugglers are importing garlic from Nepal at ₹70–80 per kg and selling it in Indian cities for hefty profits. A major consignment seized recently in Bhitouli police station limits has brought the entire network under the scanner. Health experts have issued a strong caution, warning consumers that Chinese garlic is considered harmful for health, urging people to remain vigilant while purchasing. Smugglers Using Women and Children to Evade Security Sources reveal that smugglers are now employing women and children to transport garlic across the border in order to dodge security agencies....

Modus Operandi of the Gang The arrested gang members, Ankit Yadav (24) and Dindayal Yadav (45), residents of Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, were exploiting the UPiCop app to download FIRs and extract victims’ personal details. They would then threaten victims claiming their sons or daughters had been arrested, demanding money via QR codes to "resolve" the cases. Failure to pay, they warned, would result in imprisonment. In one documented case, the duo targeted Savita from Mehnagar, whose daughter had been reported missing. They defrauded her of ₹22,000 by promising to resolve the case. Multi-State Impact Police investigations revealed that Ankit Yadav’s mobile contained copies of 12 FIRs from districts including Aligarh, Gonda, Ghazipur, Amroha, Gorakhpur, Auraiya, Amethi, and Hami...

Deoria.Former IPS officer Amitabh Thakur, known for his outspoken stance against government decisions, was dramatically arrested late Tuesday night from a moving train in Shahjahanpur. A Lucknow Police team intercepted him while he was en route to Delhi and brought him to Deoria for questioning. After nearly an hour of interrogation at Deoria Kotwali on Wednesday morning, he was taken to an undisclosed location. Senior district officials have refrained from commenting, adding to the growing mystery surrounding the case. What Is the Case About? According to the FIR, the matter dates back to 1999, when Amitabh Thakur was posted as the Superintendent of Police in Deoria. During that period, a plot in the Deoria Industrial Area was allegedly purchased in the name of his wife, Nutan Thaku...

Sultanpur.A schoolteacher from Sultanpur district has lodged an FIR against a local youth for allegedly posting objectionable photos of him on Facebook and issuing death threats. The incident has left the teacher and his family in a state of fear, prompting urgent police intervention. Objectionable Photo Posted on Facebook; Teacher Claims Social and Mental Harassment The victim, a teacher working at a junior high school in Gauriganj, Amethi, stated that on 1 February, Krishna Singh alias Krishnadev Singh, a resident of the same village, uploaded an objectionable photograph of him on Facebook and spread misleading claims.According to the teacher, the act caused him “mental, social and financial damage.” He subsequently sent a legal notice to the accused through registered post on 1...

Lucknow.In a major crackdown on illegal intruders, the Yogi Adityanath government has prepared a comprehensive and foolproof action plan aimed at ensuring that infiltrators cannot re-enter Uttar Pradesh—or any part of India—once expelled. Under the new strategy, the state will compile a dedicated Negative List containing the details of all identified intruders. Once their names are entered into this database, these individuals will permanently lose access to government identity systems, including Aadhaar registration, officials said. Biometric Database for All Detainees According to sources, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, in a high-level meeting with senior officials, directed that every intruder lodged in detention centres must undergo full biometric profiling.This will include:...

In Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, six Bangladeshi Hindu families have applied for Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), claiming they were persecuted in Bangladesh. The district-level CAA committee reviewed their applications but asked them to submit proper documentation before the next hearing. CAA Applications Submitted Amid Incomplete Documents The families appeared before the district-level committee on Tuesday evening at the Chandausi police station area. While initially six families were reported, some later sources mentioned five families attended. Their applications were incomplete, with several essential documents missing. The committee allowed them another opportunity to provide valid proof of Bangladeshi origin and rescheduled their appearance. The deve...

Aligarh:In a shocking incident, a second-year B.Com student of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) staged his own kidnapping after losing a large sum of money in online gaming. Along with a friend, the student crafted a fake abduction plot and demanded a ransom of ₹8 lakh from his own father. The incident triggered panic within the police department, prompting immediate action under Operation Smile. Within half an hour, the police located the youth and exposed the fabricated story. The Case: How the Fake Kidnapping Began The incident was reported from Krishna Nagar, Baroula Bypass in Aligarh’s Bannadevi police station area.Satyaveer Singh, a retired Junior Engineer from the Irrigation Department, informed the police around 2:45 PM on Tuesday that his 20-year-old son, Krishna—an AMU B.Com...

Greater Noida:In a decisive move to curb childhood obesity and rising cases of early-age diabetes, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has directed schools across the country to remove junk food and high-sugar beverages from their canteens. Following the order, several schools in Noida and Greater Noida have revamped their menus, replacing fried and sugary items with healthier alternatives. Canteens Replace Colas With Buttermilk, Juices and Fresh Soups Schools have completely eliminated cold drinks and deep-fried snacks. In their place, buttermilk, fresh juices, soups, and hot coffee have been added to the winter menu. Awareness boards have been installed across all wings of the schools to promote healthy eating habits among students and staff. To further encourage tra...

Hapur:In a shocking incident from Hapur district of Uttar Pradesh, a 38-year-old woman and mother of two has allegedly eloped with a 19-year-old youth from her neighbourhood. The distraught husband, accompanied by his children, has approached senior police officials seeking help in tracing her whereabouts. According to the family, the woman, identified as Renu Saini, went missing from her home on Sunday. Her husband, Anil Saini, claims that she left with ₹80,000 in cash and some jewellery. When she did not return until late evening, the family began searching the nearby areas but found no trace of her. Husband Pleads With Police for Assistance Unable to locate his wife, Anil took his two children to the office of the Superintendent of Police (SP), Hapur, and filed a complaint. He ...