Uttar Pradesh

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: Bhojpuri singer and social media influencer Neha Singh Rathore has once again taken to music to express her dissent after the Allahabad High Court rejected her anticipatory bail petition in a case involving allegations of sedition and inflammatory speech. The court cited her lack of cooperation during investigation as the reason for denying relief. Song with a Message Following the court’s decision, Neha released a satirical music video on social media, targeting both the state and central governments. In the song, she strongly criticizes the authorities for harassing women, writing in her caption: “An FIR is registered against me in the country…!” The lyrics warn against intimidation of daughters and daughters-in-law and take aim at bureaucratic overreach an...

Mathura: In a pre-dawn operation on Thursday, Mathura police carried out a major search in Devseras village, part of the Govardhan police jurisdiction, notorious for cybercrime activities. The village has earned the nickname ‘Mini Jamtara’ due to its reputation as a hub for online fraudsters. Pre-Dawn Surprise Operation The police operation involved a large force from multiple district police stations to clamp down on active cybercriminals. The sudden raid created panic in the village, with several residents attempting to flee. However, the police swiftly secured the area and conducted thorough searches at suspected hideouts. To maintain secrecy, local police, the area officer, and additional SP were deliberately kept away during the operation to avoid any leaks or interference. ...

Ghaziabad: Fares for long-distance buses operating from Ghaziabad may soon increase, with the proposed development of the Kaushambi Bus Depot emerging as the primary factor behind the projected hike. As part of a major upgrade plan, operations at Kaushambi will shift temporarily, leading to added costs that transport operators are expected to pass on to passengers. PPP Model Work to Begin; Operations Shift to Anand Vihar Under the new Public–Private Partnership (PPP) model, redevelopment work at the Kaushambi depot is scheduled to begin early next year. During this period, all long-distance buses will be shifted to Delhi’s Anand Vihar Bus Terminal.To operate from Anand Vihar, Uttar Pradesh Roadways buses must pay parking fees to the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC). Operators are ex...

Ayodhya: A tragic road accident on the Ayodhya–Prayagraj Highway claimed the lives of three devotees and left 11 others seriously injured early Thursday morning. The incident occurred around 5 a.m. near Kalyan Bhadarsa village in the Purakalandar police station area, when a Bolero carrying pilgrims to Ayodhya rammed into a tractor-trolley. Police rushed to the spot upon receiving information and, with the help of local villagers, rescued the injured passengers. All 11 injured individuals were immediately transported to the district hospital for treatment. Doctors stated that the condition of several victims remains critical. CM Yogi Takes Cognizance Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and directed officials to accelerate relief effo...

Ghazipur: In a significant development, the MP-MLA Court in Ghazipur has dismissed the petition filed by Afsha Ansari, wife of deceased gangster-politician Mukhtar Ansari, seeking the release of her seized property worth ₹9.44 crore. The property had been attached by the district administration under the Gangsters Act. Court Rejects Challenge to DM’s Attachment Order Afsha, through her counsel, had challenged the District Magistrate’s order issued under Section 14(1) of the UP Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, which allowed the authorities to confiscate the property. The court, after examining all records and evidence, ruled that the DM’s order was entirely legal and valid. According to the administration, investigations revealed that Mukhtar Ansari had purcha...

Lucknow: A major political stir has erupted in Uttar Pradesh after state minister and Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief Om Prakash Rajbhar announced the formation of his own “RSS.” However, this RSS is not the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. Rajbhar has named his organization Rashtriya Suheldev Sena (RSS) — a uniformed cadre equipped with ranks, badges, and structured hierarchy. The move comes ahead of the crucial 2027 UP Assembly elections, setting off sharp reactions and heated debate across the state’s political landscape. What Is the New ‘RSS’? Rajbhar’s Rashtriya Suheldev Sena is not just symbolic. Members have been assigned: Blue uniforms Beret caps Badges on the chest Ranks marked by stars on the shoulders Designations such as Commander, CO, DSP, SI, ...

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...