Uttar Pradesh

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking cybercrime incident, a Kanpur woman was duped of ₹6.66 lakh by fraudsters who exploited the fear of the recent Delhi terror car blast. The scammers called the woman, claiming her name had surfaced in connection with the attack, and threatened arrest unless she transferred money to a specified account. Modus Operandi of the Cyber Fraudsters According to police reports, the victim, Sunita Gaur, a resident of the Cantt area, received multiple threatening calls over two consecutive days following the Delhi blast. On 10 November, the caller impersonated an ATS officer, intimidating her. The next day, another caller posing as an NIA official pressured her with threats of imprisonment, claiming she was implicated in terror-related activities. Money Tr...

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking incident in Prayagraj, an army jawan brutally murdered his 17-year-old girlfriend and attempted to cover it up while continuing with his wedding preparations. The girl, a 12th-grade student, had been lured under the pretext of marriage before being stabbed and buried in a remote location. Discovery of the Crime On 15 November, locals near Lakharwan village in the Tharwai police station area discovered a suspicious mound of earth with a partially visible hand. Police retrieved the body, which had deep stab wounds and a scarf tightly wrapped around the neck. The girl’s death caused widespread shock in the community. Connection to Army Jawan Investigations revealed that the victim had been in contact with Harsvardhan Singh, also known as Dil...

Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) launched a major drive against illegal encroachments in Gomti Nagar Extension on Monday, demolishing more than a dozen unauthorized structures including dairies, shops, shanties, car workshops, and scrap outlets. These encroachments had been causing traffic congestion, waterlogging, and unhygienic conditions in the area. Targeted Action at Sector–1According to Vivek Srivastava, LDA Secretary, the operation focused on vacant land near the Gwari Flyover in Sector–1, which had long been illegally occupied. Unauthorized dairies, temporary shops, and workshops had been set up here, disrupting traffic and creating sanitation issues. In particular, tying animals to electric poles by dairy operators on service roads further hindered pedestrian an...

Deoria: Sanjeev Suman, Superintendent of Police in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, is once again in the spotlight following a statement that has gone viral on social media. In a video clip, SP Suman referenced popular films like KGF and Pushpa while issuing a stern warning to criminals and anti-social elements. Warning to Miscreants Using Film ReferencesSP Suman said that if he or his police team ever encountered miscreants like the heroes of Pushpa, they would be dealt with firmly, even beaten with batons if necessary. He criticized how media glorifies villains, noting that characters like “Rocky Bhai” from KGF or other negative film characters are portrayed as heroes. According to him, this trend has influenced youth, making anti-social behavior appear glamorous, as cinema increasingly showcas...

Lucknow: In a stern move aimed at ensuring worker safety, Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Chairman Dr. Ashish Kumar Goyal has issued a warning that any employee found working without proper safety equipment will be immediately dismissed. The directive was issued during a review meeting on Monday, amidst ongoing protests and disputes involving electricity workers in the state. Zero Tolerance Policy on Safety ViolationsDr. Goyal emphasized that maintenance and operational tasks must only be carried out while wearing the prescribed safety gear. He clarified that all Discoms are adequately equipped with the necessary protective equipment. In case of any accident, accountability will extend up to the Executive Engineer, and strict action will be taken. Electricity Bill Relief CampaignThe ...

Hardoi: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has caught Sub-Inspector Akash Kaushal of Madhoganj Police Station red-handed while accepting a bribe of ₹70,000. Following the arrest, Kaushal was taken to Sandi Police Station, where a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act is being registered. The action has sent shockwaves through the police department. Details of the Bribery CaseAccording to sources, SI Akash Kaushal was investigating a case when he allegedly demanded ₹70,000 from an individual to influence the investigation in their favor and submit a favorable report. The victim lodged a complaint with the Anti-Corruption Bureau, prompting a swift response. Trap Operation by Anti-Corruption TeamUpon receiving the complaint, the ACB planned a trap operation. At the designated time, ...

Edited By: Vaibhav Pandey | Lipi • 18 Nov 2025, 10:54 am New Delhi/Saharanpur:The Delhi blast near the Red Fort has taken a serious turn as investigators uncover a startling pattern: a majority of the suspicious vehicles traced so far are registered in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. With this revelation, security agencies have widened their probe across UP, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir, intensifying operations against what appears to be a multi-state terror network. 32 Vehicles Flagged; Most Registered in Saharanpur According to sources, 32 vehicles linked to suspicious movements or activities have been seized so far. Strikingly, most of them were registered at the Saharanpur ARTO office. This prompted the UP ATS to dispatch a special investigation team to Saharanpur, where off...

Noida:After the explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort Metro Station, investigative agencies have intensified scrutiny of Islamic radical networks operating in the NCR. As the probe deepens, several security agencies run by individuals of Kashmiri origin have come under the scanner. The Income Tax Department is conducting detailed inquiries into their operations. According to sources, security agencies have uncovered substantial evidence that large amounts of cash were withdrawn by employees of these firms and routed to radical organisations. The profiles of such individuals are now being thoroughly examined. Fake Noida Addresses Exposed A startling revelation has emerged during the verification process — many Kashmiri youths working in these security companies had submitted fake residen...

The Shocking Story of Divyanshi’s ₹8-Crore Marriage Fraud Network** Kanpur / Meerut:Uttar Pradesh Police have arrested a 30-year-old woman, Divyanshi Rathore alias Divyanshi Chaudhary, from Mawana (Meerut), who allegedly married multiple men—including two doctors and two sub-inspectors—before fleeing with cash, jewellery, and later filing false rape cases to extort money. During her arrest on 17 November, officials were stunned to find over ₹8 crore deposited across her bank accounts. Fourth Marriage With Sub-Inspector Exposes the Entire Fraud Police said Divyanshi’s latest target was Sub-Inspector Aditya Kumar Lochav, posted at Gwal Toli Police Station in Kanpur. She married him in February 2024 with full family approval.But after marriage, she repeatedly took money from Adity...