Uttar Pradesh

Mathura:Religious preacher Swami Aniruddhacharya Maharaj, who has been under fire for allegedly making derogatory remarks against women, is now facing escalating legal complications. A local court in Mathura has formally registered a case against him after taking cognizance of a petition filed in connection with his controversial statement that went viral on social media in October. Chief Judicial Magistrate Utsav Raj Gaurav accepted the complaint and ordered its official registration, paving the way for the legal proceedings to move forward. The preacher will now be required to appear before the court and respond to the charges. It is worth noting that a similar case had earlier been lodged against him in Varanasi as well. What Triggered the Controversy? In a widely circulated vi...

Mathura/Vrindavan:Renowned playback singer Jubin Nautiyal, known for his soulful voice and spiritual inclination, visited the holy town of Vrindavan where he received blessings and spiritual guidance from Sant Premanand Maharaj at Kunj Ashram. During the meeting, Jubin rendered the devotional bhajan “Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murari, Hey Nath Narayan Vasudeva”, leaving the devotees deeply moved. A Divine Musical Moment at Kunj Ashram Witnesses at the ashram said the atmosphere turned serene and devotional as Jubin’s melodious voice echoed through the premises. Even Sant Premanand Maharaj appeared captivated by the singer’s heartfelt rendition. Devotees described the moment as “divine, peaceful, and unforgettable.” The meeting soon turned into an intimate spiritual interaction, wher...

Noida: A serious allegation of workplace harassment has surfaced from an IT company located in Sector-126, Noida. A female employee, who has been working in the company since 2018 on deputation, has lodged a complaint with the Sector-126 police station, accusing six people, including the head of the finance department, of misconduct. The complainant, a resident of Vaishali, Ghaziabad, stated that she started her career in 2013 as a financial analyst in a reputed company, which later merged with another firm. On September 1, 2018, she and her colleagues were transferred to the new company. Allegations Against Finance HeadAccording to the employee, the finance head, Sanjay Kohli, began harassing her in 2019. He allegedly made inappropriate advances, obscene remarks, and demanded sexual...

Mathura: A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday morning when a ticket checker (TT) on the Rajdhani Express traveling from Mumbai to Delhi suffered a fatal heart attack. The train was immediately halted at Kosikalan station, but despite efforts to save him, he could not be revived. The deceased has been identified as Dheeraj Sarju, 54, a resident of Valsad, Gujarat, who was on duty during the journey. At around 9:00 AM, he experienced severe chest pain while performing his duties. Fellow railway staff quickly alerted the loco pilot, and the train was stopped at the nearest station to provide medical assistance. Efforts to treat Dheeraj Sarju on the moving train were unsuccessful. He was urgently shifted to a government hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Railway officials confir...

In a shocking revelation from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, the double murder of a mother and daughter on 23 November 2025 has exposed a disturbing chain of events driven by greed and deception. The incident, which took place in Shahpur’s Ghosipurwa area, was cracked by the police on 5 December. Since then, chilling details about the accused, Rajat, have continued to emerge. According to police interrogation, Rajat had been plotting the crime for several days. He knew that Shanti Devi had kept cash at home for her knee treatment. Her daughter Vimla—whom he addressed as “Bua”—often wore expensive jewelry, including a gold bracelet and ring. Rajat confessed that he had long been eyeing their money and valuables but had not found the right opportunity. He admitted that he deliberately serve...

Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh: Tensions erupted in Silouli village, Maudha area, after allegations surfaced that students at a government higher primary school were physically punished and humiliated based on their caste. Villagers staged a fierce protest demanding action against the school staff. Allegations Against Teachers According to villagers, several teachers repeatedly asked students about their caste, followed by mockery and physical assault. Parents alleged that the headmaster, Ramlakhan Soni, would force children to clean his car, and any refusal resulted in beatings. Students reported that teaching has been disrupted for days due to internal conflicts among teachers, leaving hundreds of children sitting outside in protest. Local resident Shailendra Kumar stated,"Children hav...

Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh: Jagadguru Rambhadracharya has sharply criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, labeling her anti-India amid the controversy surrounding the construction of a Babri Masjid in Murshidabad, West Bengal. Addressing the issue with strong rhetoric, Rambhadracharya stated, “Mamata may have a Hindu name, but her actions are anti-national. Her dream of constructing a Babri Masjid can never succeed. I can no longer call her my sister; she is now the sister of traitors like Jaichand, Man Singh, Muhammad Ghori, Genghis Khan, and Mahmud Ghaznavi, not ours.” Direct Attack on Mamata Banerjee Rambhadracharya targeted the Chief Minister directly, emphasizing that no mosque should be built in the country in the name of Babur. He added, “You consume the fruits o...

Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh: The tragic suicide of Inspector Arun Kumar Rai at Kuthaund police station on December 5 has sparked widespread discussion on social media. The inspector reportedly shot himself in a closed room at the station. Seconds after the incident, lady constable Meenakshi Sharma was seen leaving the room. Following a complaint by the inspector’s wife, Sharma was charged with murder and sent to jail. The Beginning of Their Association Inspector Arun Rai, who previously served as in-charge at Konch police station, first came into contact with Meenakshi Sharma when she was posted there. Rai reportedly held the post for about seven months before being transferred to Kuthaund. Sources reveal that Rai was displeased with Sharma’s work style and even reported to higher authorit...

Lucknow: Senior IAS officer Anamika Singh of the 2004 batch from the Uttar Pradesh cadre has formally applied for Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS), citing personal reasons. Previously, she had sought a central deputation. A senior official from the appointment department stated that her VRS application is currently under review. Once state-level formalities are completed, the proposal will be sent to the Central Government for final approval. Despite having 13 years left until her retirement in March 2038, Singh has requested early retirement due to family considerations. Current Posting and Career Background Anamika Singh is currently serving as the Food Commissioner of Uttar Pradesh. Earlier, she was appointed as Divisional Commissioner of Bareilly, but her posting was later ch...

In a major breakthrough against organised crime, the Gautam Buddh Nagar District Court on Monday sentenced notorious gangster Sunder Bhati and nine other accused to nine years of rigorous imprisonment under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act. The court also imposed a fine of ₹20,000 on each convict, with an additional two months’ imprisonment in case of non-payment. Convict Released Despite Sentence Despite the stringent punishment, Bhati received partial relief. According to the police, he has already served the required sentence period in this particular case, following which the court ordered his immediate release. Officials stated that Bhati’s jail term in this matter stands completed, and hence he was not taken back into custody. Part of S...