Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad: A young bride from Uttar Pradesh has taken social media by storm after a video of her singing and playing the guitar during her muh dikhai ceremony went viral across the country. Dressed in a yellow saree with a traditional veil, Tanya Singh—now widely known as the ‘Rockstar Bahu’—has captured the hearts of millions with her melodious voice and confident performance. The video, recorded on 30 November 2025 during a women’s function at her wedding in Mohanmadpur Kadim village of Modinagar, shows Tanya gracefully pulling her veil aside while singing and strumming the guitar. Viewers praised her voice, confidence and unique blend of tradition and modernity. Assistant Professor by Profession, Viral Sensation Overnight Originally from Etah, Tanya is an Assistant Professor at...

Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh: A shocking incident unfolded late Friday night at the Kuthond police station in Jalaun district, where Inspector Arun Kumar Rai allegedly shot himself with his service revolver. He was rushed to the Medical College in Orai, but despite intensive treatment, doctors declared him dead. The incident has triggered panic and deep concern within the police department. According to initial information, Inspector Rai, who was posted at the Kuthond police station, had returned from patrolling after attending a community feast (bhandara), where he was also felicitated by local residents. At around 9:00 pm, he reached his government quarters. Just 30 minutes later, a gunshot was heard from his room. Police personnel rushed to the spot and found the inspector lying in a poo...

Shravasti, UP: Protesting negligence in the treatment of accident victims, activists from the Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) and Bhim Army joined families of the injured in Shravasti, who have been on a sit-in strike since 12 November. The protest was triggered by alleged lapses in medical care and the unusual step of bringing in stitches from outside to treat the injured at the Ekona CHC. On Thursday, the activists attempted to block National Highway-730, but the police intervened, bringing them back to Sanjay Park, where a dialogue was held with Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Ashok Kumar Singh. After nearly two hours of discussions seated on the ground, an agreement was reached: within two days, a magistrate-level officer will conduct an impartial investigation. During the inquiry, CHC S...

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh: At the 106th Annual Jalsa held at Machhra Jamia Gulzar-e-Hussainia Azrada, Maulana Mufti Abdul Qasim Nomani, the esteemed Muhtamim of Darul Uloom Deoband, described madrasas as the “powerhouse of society”, emphasizing their pivotal role in spreading knowledge and shaping communities. Addressing the third session of the jalsa, Maulana Nomani said, “Madrasas are the powerhouse of society, emanating the light of knowledge that reaches every household. The dedication and sacrifice of the ulemas have established these institutions, which continue to strengthen the foundations of education, culture, and Islamic civilization.” He urged people to pursue education and live life in accordance with the Quran and Sunnah. Madrasas: Beyond Just Learning Centers The event’...

Shravasti, UP: Anger over alleged medical negligence following a road accident in Shravasti escalated when activists from the Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) and the Bhim Army joined families of the injured in a protest that began on 12 November. The protest demands action against the CHC (Community Health Centre) Superintendent for failing to provide proper treatment and for sourcing basic medical supplies like needles and threads from external stores. Attempted Highway Blockade and Negotiations On Thursday, protestors attempted to block National Highway-730, but police intervention redirected them to Sanjay Park, where they met Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Ashok Kumar Singh. A two-hour ground-level dialogue resulted in an agreement that magistrate-level officials would conduct an imp...

Gorakhpur: A shocking accident occurred at Orion Mall in Mohaddipur, Gorakhpur, when a 5-year-old boy fell from the second floor while his mother and aunt were busy making a reel. The child sustained fractures in his hands and legs and was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. According to local sources, Aniket Pandey of Divya Nagar, Khorabar, stated that his wife had gone to the mall with her two sisters, their 5-year-old son Advik, and 3-year-old daughter Sakshi to watch a night show. While his wife and her sisters were taking selfies, Advik was playing nearby. During this time, he fell from either the escalator or a railing—accounts vary—and landed on the floor below. The child was initially taken to Timanier Hospital, where doctors provided first aid and then referred him to...

Ghaziabad: Panic gripped Masuri village in Ghaziabad on Thursday night when a massive explosion rocked a house where illegal firecrackers were being manufactured. The blast was so intense that a portion of the house roof was blown off, and a young man identified as Danish sustained serious injuries. The police have registered a case and launched an investigation. The incident occurred in a rented house under the jurisdiction of Masuri police station, near the National Capital Region. Preliminary reports indicate that the house was being used for the illegal production of fireworks when a sudden fire in the gunpowder stock triggered the explosion. Danish, who was inside the house at the time, suffered severe injuries. The blast created fear among nearby residents, who rushed to the site ...

Ayodhya: The shooting of a documentary chronicling the 500-year struggle of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, culminating in the flag hoisting ceremony at its spire by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has been completed. The documentary is being produced by the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, with a Pune-based TV serial production company responsible for its execution. Post-Production to Begin Next Month Director and producer Eknath Satpurkar stated that post-production work will commence next month, including editing, integrating scripts, music, title tracks, and devotional songs. The post-production process is expected to take around five months, and the documentary will present a comprehensive account of the temple’s long struggle and its grand construction. The finished documentary w...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a remarkable transformation in employment and industrial development over the eight years of the Yogi Adityanath government. The state’s unemployment rate, which had once soared to 19%, has now dropped to a mere 2.4%, reflecting the rapid expansion of job opportunities, industrial growth, and successful skill development initiatives. GCC Policy 2025 and UP Employment Mission Drive Job Creation The state government’s GCC Policy 2025 has played a pivotal role in shaping the employment landscape. By attracting global companies, the policy aims to generate over 200,000 new high-level technical jobs, providing youth with enhanced employment prospects. In parallel, the UP Employment Mission has facilitated employment for 125,000 individua...