Uttar Pradesh

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...

Muzaffarnagar: A young man’s attempt to imitate Bollywood villain “Ballu” from the film Khalnayak landed him straight behind bars after he shot a reel inside the Mirapur police station and uploaded it on social media. The video went viral within hours, triggering shock and embarrassment within the police department. The Reel That Sparked Trouble Aamir, a resident of Sikandarpur village, walked into the Mirapur police station a few days ago and filmed himself lip-syncing and acting to the iconic song “Nayak Nahi, Khalnayak Hoon Main”. Inspired by Sanjay Dutt’s notorious character, he posed fearlessly inside the station premises, roaming around casually as though he owned the place. Once uploaded, the reel spread rapidly online and soon reached the attention of senior police officia...

A heavy silence surrounds a flat in Vasundhara’s Sector-15, where just days ago the laughter of children echoed through the corridors. Today, the doors and windows of House No. 986 remain tightly shut. The tragic loss of Vinod Kumar and his three sisters-in-law in the Goa nightclub fire has plunged the entire locality into grief. Eight-year-old Anayas and 13-year-old Reyansh are still in shock, struggling to comprehend that their father will never return. Known for his helpful nature and active participation in community work, Vinod’s absence is deeply felt by every resident. Four Family Members Killed in Goa Fire Vinod Kumar, his wife, and three sisters-in-law had travelled to Goa for a vacation. On the night of December 4, a massive fire broke out at a nightclub in Arpora. Amid ...

The quiet of Shamli’s Bhesani forest was shattered early Tuesday morning as gunfire echoed through the area. In a major breakthrough for Uttar Pradesh Police, ₹50,000-rewarded most-wanted dacoit Samayadeen alias Sama was killed in an encounter. Sama was a dreaded criminal whose activities had spread fear across Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana, where he faced over 23 criminal cases, including robbery, loot, illegal arms possession, and murder. Plotting a Major Crime in the Forest According to police, Sama and his five associates were camping near a brick kiln in Bhesani forest and allegedly plotting a major crime. Acting on intelligence inputs, multiple police teams cordoned off the area and ordered the gang to surrender. Instead, the criminals opened fire and attempted to esc...

A long-standing dispute over a house in Bazarija Chowk, Makbara Diggi, escalated into violent clashes late Monday night, leaving nine people injured and the area tense. Shockingly, both the local police inspector and the outpost in-charge were allegedly found drunk while on duty, prompting swift action from senior officials. House Dispute Turns Violent According to reports, Naushad recently purchased a house from Mobin, a property that Shamim claims belongs to the Waqf Board. The disagreement had been simmering for days, with heated arguments earlier on Monday evening. However, matters spiraled out of control around midnight when both groups confronted each other again. Within minutes, the argument escalated into chaos. Stones were pelted from both sides, and empty liquor bottles ...