Uttar Pradesh

In a major breakthrough against terrorism, the Special NIA Court in Lucknow has sentenced Mohammad Mustakeem and Mohammad Shakeel to two years’ imprisonment and imposed a fine of ₹5,000 each for supplying illegal weapons to an Al-Qaeda-linked module. Their role formed a crucial logistical link in a conspiracy to carry out major terror attacks in Uttar Pradesh. Weapons Supply Network of Al-Qaeda Module Exposed Special Judge Hussain Ahmad Ansari delivered the verdict, terming it a significant step in dismantling the terror network associated with Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind. Investigators revealed that the duo had provided illegal pistols and live cartridges to key accused Minhaj Ahmad and Maseeruddin, who were planning a series of blasts across sensitive locations, including Ram Janmabhoomi...

A major case of fraud has come to light in Ghaziabad, where 11 individuals allegedly rented electric scooters and later vanished without returning them. Despite repeated attempts by the rental company to retrieve the vehicles, the accused neither responded to calls nor to messages. The company has now filed an FIR against all 11 people. Fraud at Scooter Rental Company in Indirapuram According to the complaint filed at Indirapuram Police Station, Wicked Ride Adventure Services Pvt. Ltd., an electric two-wheeler rental company based in Makanpur, Indirapuram, has been facing repeated violations of their rental agreements. Akhil Vijayan, the authorised representative of the company, stated that e-scooters are handed over to customers only after completing proper documentation and agre...

Lucknow: Winter is gradually setting in across Uttar Pradesh, but the state has yet to witness the kind of biting cold usually associated with this time of year. Days remain pleasant with sunshine, while nights are becoming noticeably colder. According to the Meteorological Department, the first week of December is likely to begin with clear and dry weather, though shallow to moderate fog may appear during early mornings and late nights. Dry Weather Forecast Across UP On 29 November, both western and eastern parts of the state are expected to experience dry weather. Light to moderate fog may appear at isolated places during the morning hours. Similarly, 30 November is likely to bring clear skies with patches of morning fog. The forecast indicates that from 1 to 4 December, the wea...

Mathura: A shocking incident has been reported from Mathura where Dheeraj Kaushik, a member of a cow protection group, was brutally attacked by a mob after raising objections to alleged meat sale in the Radhakund area of Govardhan. According to reports, the attackers gathered a group of 30–40 men from outside the locality and launched a violent assault on him at his own plot. Argument Over Meat Sale Escalates Dheeraj Kaushik had reached the Harijan Basti in Radhakund after receiving information about meat being sold in the area. An argument broke out between him and a few local residents, but the situation initially calmed down. However, about half an hour later, several residents reportedly called 30–40 youths from outside the locality. The group then marched to Kaushik’s plot, w...

Lucknow: The Bakkas Gram Panchayat in the Gosainganj development block of Lucknow has emerged as a remarkable example of rural transformation under the Swachh Bharat Mission. By converting waste into valuable resources, the village has achieved the ODF Plus status and generated ₹1,16,850 through scientific waste management—a model now inspiring the entire state. Door-to-Door Collection Boosts Revenue The panchayat introduced a structured system for door-to-door waste collection using e-rickshaws and bicycles. Each household contributes a nominal ₹30 per month as a user charge, through which the village has collected ₹84,600 so far. The collected waste is segregated at the Resource Recovery Centre, where vermi-compost is prepared. The sale of this organic compost in the market has ...

Sambhal received a significant developmental boost on Friday as five major projects were inaugurated, marking a renewed focus on security, accessibility, and cultural revival. Moradabad Divisional Commissioner Anjaneya Kumar Singh unveiled a 101-ft tall national flag, opened two Accessible Knowledge Centres for specially-abled children, and inaugurated a high-tech Security Control Room equipped with 250 surveillance cameras at Satyavrat Police Outpost. A Step Toward a Safer and Stronger Sambhal The initiatives were launched as part of efforts that began after the violent incidents in Sambhal on 24 November last year, aiming to strengthen public security and restore confidence. Commissioner Singh said the projects represent “a decisive move towards making Sambhal a secure, aware, and ...

Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh: A 12th-grade student from Shivcharan Inter College, Bulandshahr, has made waves by developing an AI teacher robot. Seventeen-year-old Aditya named the robot ‘Sophie’, which was created at home for just ₹25,000. Sophie is designed to provide educational support and guidance to students. Months of Research and Innovation After months of research and hard work, Aditya developed Sophie to address students’ study-related queries instantly. The robot is modeled in the form of a female teacher and can interact with students in real time, assisting them with lessons and explanations. Future Plans for Advanced Robotics Aditya shared that with technical and financial support, he aims to develop an advanced AI robot capable not only of speaking and listening bu...

In a shocking revelation from Shravasti, Uttar Pradesh, police have arrested four individuals, including a lawyer, in connection with a double murder case aimed at illegally taking control of the victim’s shops. According to Superintendent of Police Rahul Bhati, the accused include Naseeb Khan, Haseeb Khan alias Guddu (sons of the victim Roshan Khan’s first wife), and Musib Khan, the elder son of the victim’s second wife from her first marriage. The fourth accused is lawyer Prabhakar Tripathi alias Rinku Tripathi. All four have been taken into custody and sent to jail. Police reports reveal that the motive behind the crime was to grab Roshan Khan’s valuable shops in the town of Ikauna. On 4 August 2025, Roshan Khan had legally gifted his shops to his second wife, Vasila, through a re...