Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: A shocking incident unfolded in Lucknow on Wednesday morning when a mother and her son from Mathura allegedly consumed poison due to a dispute over a land plot. The incident occurred on Vikramaditya Marg when bystanders noticed their sudden deterioration and immediately alerted the police. Both were rushed to the hospital for urgent medical care. Victims Identified According to DCP Central, Vikrant Veer, the victims have been identified as Munesh Singh (55), wife of late Rajveer Singh, and her son Baljeet Singh (38), son of late Rajveer Singh, residents of F-49, Radharani Township, Barsana, Mathura. The mother-son duo had come to Lucknow for some personal work when the incident took place around 11:30 AM. Circumstances Leading to the Incident Police investigations reve...

Noida, Uttar Pradesh: The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has scored a major success by apprehending a man who posed as a RAW officer in Greater Noida. The accused was found with multiple fake IDs, bank checkbooks, credit and debit cards, and other forged documents, revealing an elaborate fraud scheme. Fake RAW Officer Caught According to Manish Singh, UP STF Noida Unit, the team arrested the accused from the Paramount Golf Forest Society, Surajpur, Greater Noida. The man, who sometimes introduced himself as Major Amit and at other times as a senior RAW official, also operated a fake company through which he duped people into fraudulent investments. STF officials seized documents related to the company as well. The recovered items include: 2 fake IDs 20 checkbooks fr...

Ghazipur, UP: In a new twist to cyber fraud, a resident of Jamalpur, Ghazipur, was conned of ₹30,000 by scammers posing as a relative on Facebook. The victim has lodged a complaint, and the police have registered a case under the IT Act. How the Scam Unfolded Bharat Prasad, the victim, explained that on 11 November, he received a Facebook Messenger message from someone claiming to be his distant relative, Sarwan Kumar, who said he was stranded in Dubai. The scammer alleged that he had traveled to Dubai through an agent named Ramlal, but had been detained by Dubai authorities for using a fake visa. The fraudster claimed that ₹95,000 was needed for his release and pressured Bharat to transfer the money immediately. Unable to arrange such a large sum, Bharat was persuaded to send ₹30...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Uttar Pradesh is witnessing a disturbing surge in matrimonial frauds, with several reports of brides and grooms deceiving families and vanishing with their wealth shortly after the wedding. In recent times, cases of ‘looting brides and grooms’ have grabbed headlines across the state. While some claims were verified, others remain under investigation, yet one fact is clear—some individuals have turned weddings into lucrative scams. The Kajal Case: A Family Scam A striking example emerged from Mathura, where a seemingly innocent bride, Kajal, was apprehended in Gurugram, Haryana. Kajal and her entire family—including her sister, brother, and parents—were involved in orchestrating the fraud. They would organize a lavish wedding using the groom’s money, stay for t...

Meerut: A wedding celebration in Sardhana, Meerut has taken a serious turn after a video of celebratory firing went viral on social media. Following the video’s circulation, the local police have filed a case against javelin throw star Annu Rani, her husband, national kickboxer Sahil, and five others. Viral Video Sparks Police Action According to officials, during the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom were allegedly seen engaging in harsh firing on stage. The viral footage shows Annu Rani and Sahil firing from a double-barrel gun, creating widespread attention and outrage online. Meerut SSP Dr. Vipin Tada confirmed that the video prompted immediate action. A case has been registered at Sardhana Police Station, and further investigation is underway to determine the next steps. ...

Ghaziabad: In a decisive crackdown against illegal encroachments, Mayor Sunita Dayal of Ghaziabad has reclaimed nearly ₹220 crore worth of municipal land across the city. The mayor personally supervised the surveying of the land in Bonja, Sihani, and Sudamapuri, ensuring prompt action against encroachers. The sudden operation created a stir in these areas, with municipal bulldozers demolishing unauthorized constructions. Bonja: Bulldozers Flatten Illegal Structures The inspection began at Patel Marg, Bonja, covering plots Khasra 282, 283, 284, 285, and 308—approximately four bighas of land valued at around ₹30 crore. The land had been illegally occupied for private businesses, car parking, vegetable cultivation, and stone-sand trading. Mayor Dayal emphasized that the municipal corpor...

Mathura: A deeply spiritual and heartfelt congregation took place at Shri Radha Keli Kunj Ashram when the revered ascetic Mahamandaleshwar Shri Shri 1008 Baba Kalidas Krishnanand Paramhans Maharaj paid a visit to Saint Premanand Maharaj. The meeting gained attention not only for the spiritual significance but also for Kalidas Maharaj’s appearance, adorned with several kilograms of Rudraksha malas. Upon arrival, Kalidas Maharaj lay directly on the ground to offer Dandavat pranam to Premanand Maharaj, who reciprocated the gesture warmly and embraced him with affection. Choosing simplicity over grandeur, Kalidas Maharaj sat on the ground rather than a chair and engaged in a long, profound discussion on spiritual matters. Presentation of Sacred Gifts Kalidas Maharaj presented Premanan...

Kanpur: A sudden fire broke out on the first floor of a hotel in Kanpur late last night, sending thick smoke billowing throughout the building. Several guests were trapped on the third and fourth floors, prompting a dramatic rescue operation by the fire department. Rescue Amid Chaos The incident occurred at Sarika Hotel in the Kahukothi area under the Kalkutganj police station. The fire reportedly started due to a short circuit in a storeroom on the first floor. Flames quickly spread to the second floor, while smoke engulfed the entire building. Two families, totaling 10 people, were trapped on the third and fourth floors. Four fire brigade vehicles and police teams rushed to the scene. Firefighters first brought the people on the fourth floor to safety and then managed to control...