Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: Over one crore farmers in Uttar Pradesh have been deprived of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi installment this month due to discrepancies in their Aadhaar and Khatauni (land record) details. While the state has 2,34,61,696 registered farmers, only 2,15,71,323 received the installment. A staggering 1,89,373 farmers saw their payments withheld. The key reason behind this disruption is the absence of proper e-KYC, which requires the farmer’s name to match exactly in both Aadhaar and Khatauni records. To resolve this long-standing issue, the Revenue Council is now set to introduce a facility allowing farmers to update their Khatauni names as per Aadhaar. This is expected to benefit nearly three crore farmers across the state. Aadhaar–Khatauni Linking Work in Progress The state gove...

Shamli: A controversy erupted at the Kairana Community Health Centre (CHC) in Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli district after a video of an on-duty doctor dancing with his fiancée inside the hospital’s duty room went viral on social media. The incident has triggered concern within the health department, prompting swift administrative action. According to sources, the doctor had organized a small celebration inside the duty room to mark his engagement. A lively atmosphere resembling a mini dance party was created, where he and his fiancée were seen dancing to popular Bollywood tracks. While the occasion was personal, its location—inside a government hospital’s official duty room—has raised serious questions about professionalism and discipline. Notice Issued; Duty Room Vacated Following the ...

Ghaziabad: Two major entry points into Ghaziabad are set for a remarkable visual transformation. The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation has finalized a beautification project that includes constructing two grand gateway structures—Samriddhi Dwar on the Elevated Flyover and Surya Prakash Dwar at the UP Gate entry. Tenders have been completed, and construction is scheduled to begin within a week. Samriddhi Dwar: A Modern Welcome at the Elevated Flyover For commuters entering Ghaziabad from Delhi’s elevated corridor, the city’s first impression will soon change dramatically.A 35-foot-high and 72-foot-wide Samriddhi Dwar will be built with: Steel–glass fusion architecture Modern art elements LED lighting for a grand visual appeal Officials say the structure is designed to give...

Meerut: The Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal of the Department of Telecommunications is rapidly emerging as one of the most effective tools for resolving mobile theft and loss complaints. According to the October 2025 performance assessment, Bulandshahr district has secured the 8th position in Uttar Pradesh for its remarkable work on the CEIR portal. The ranking was released by the Director (DIU), DoT, UP East LSA. DIG Meerut Range Kalanidhi Naithani highlighted that the CEIR portal is crucial for tracking and recovering stolen or lost mobile phones. It connects directly with telecom service providers across the country, enabling real-time mobile location tracking based on IMEI numbers. How the CEIR Portal Works 1. Filing the Complaint Once a mobile phone is lo...

Noida: More than 4.80 lakh dormant bank accounts in Noida collectively hold a staggering ₹190.63 crore, lying unclaimed for years. With no beneficiaries coming forward, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched a nationwide initiative, “Aapki Pooji Aapka Adhikar”, to help legal heirs claim the funds. As part of this campaign, a special claim-settlement camp will be organized today, Friday, from 12 PM to 3 PM, at the Vikas Bhawan Auditorium in Surajpur. Beneficiaries Urged to Attend With Documents District Lead Bank Manager Rajesh Katheria informed that individuals who suspect unclaimed funds in their or their family members' accounts should visit the camp with necessary documents to verify and claim the amount. The session will be chaired by District Magistrate Medha Roopam, wi...

Agra: The journey between Agra and Aligarh is set to become faster, safer, and far more convenient. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has begun work on the Agra–Aligarh Green Expressway, a major infrastructure project that will significantly ease traffic congestion and reduce travel time. The 64.9 km long expressway will cut the current travel duration of 1.5 to 2 hours down to just one hour once completed. The project, with a total estimated cost of ₹1,536.9 crore, is being developed in two phases and is targeted for completion within 18 months. According to officials, the route will connect Khandouli Toll Plaza in Agra directly to NH-91, ensuring a smooth high-speed corridor. Completion Expected by 2027 Construction is progressing on schedule, and authorities expec...

Barabanki: A shocking case has come to light in Uttar Pradesh’s Barabanki district, where a woman, pushed to the edge by years of abuse, allegedly killed her husband with the help of her minor son. Police have now revealed disturbing details behind the murder that has left two children effectively orphaned. Body Found in Mango Orchard On the morning of 18 November, villagers discovered the body of 45-year-old Rajmal in a mango orchard, about 200 meters from his home in Meen Nagar village under Fatehpur Kotwali. His throat bore deep injury marks, blood was oozing from his mouth, and signs of scuffle were visible around the spot.Police registered a case based on a complaint filed by his brother, Lalji Yadav, and launched an investigation. Alcohol, Abuse, and Pressure for Immoral Act...

Greater Noida: The Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list has entered its final phase, with only 13 days remaining. But on the ground, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are battling a very different reality. Incomplete and confusing addresses listed in the old electoral rolls have left BLOs puzzled, making door-to-door voter verification an enormous challenge. RWAs Step In as Crisis Managers At a time when the administrative machinery seemed stuck in the maze of faulty addresses, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) across Greater Noida have emerged as true crisis managers.RWA members are now walking alongside BLOs, helping them identify residents using photos and names from the voter list and guiding them to the correct houses. What seemed like an unma...

Ghaziabad: The Ghaziabad district administration has introduced a major relief for voters and Booth Level Officers (BLOs) engaged in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll. Matching names from the old 2003 voter list—so far a difficult and time-consuming task—will now become significantly easier. Voter List Being Converted Into Excel Format Until now, BLOs had to search through massive PDF files containing thousands of names, making verification extremely challenging. To resolve this, the administration has started converting scanned voter lists into Excel files, allowing quicker digital search and smoother name matching. Challenge With the 2003 Records Additional District Magistrate (Finance & Revenue) Saurabh Bhatt explained that due to the difficultie...

Bagpat, Uttar Pradesh: District Magistrate Asmita Lal has taken strong action against administrative negligence in Bagpat. Expressing serious displeasure over rising filth in rural and urban areas, she has ordered the salary freeze of 12 officials, including the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and Executive Officers of several civic bodies. Strong Action Over Negligence Despite heavy expenditure on sanitation campaigns across villages and towns, garbage piles continued to plague the district. Officials allegedly failed to address complaints and did not take responsibility for improving cleanliness. Following repeated lapses, DM Asmita Lal initiated strict proceedings. “The officers must improve their work attitude immediately, otherwise they should be ready for further action,” wa...