Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad: Dasna District Jail in Uttar Pradesh is redefining incarceration by turning punishment into an opportunity for reform and education. Male, female, and juvenile inmates are now appearing for 10th and 12th-grade examinations under the UP Board, Open Board, and CBSE. Many inmates are passing with flying colors, gaining new recognition and hope as they reintegrate into society. High-Tech Library and Computer FacilitiesThe jail has introduced a modern library and computer classes. A special library for female inmates, named the “Kalpana Chawla Library,” operates within their premises. Jail Superintendent Sitaram Sharma explained that the initiative aims to empower women, promote self-reliance, and raise awareness among inmates. Children Living with Their Mothers in JailCurrentl...

Balrampur: A recent crackdown on the illegal religious conversion network linked to ‘Changur Baba’ has sent shockwaves through terrorist organizations, according to intelligence inputs. The move came amid investigations following the Delhi car blast, highlighting the escalating concern over unlawful conversion gangs operating across Uttar Pradesh. Terror Networks Alarmed The U.P. ATS and local police joint operation exposed an illegal religious conversion racket led by Jalaluddin alias Changur Baba. Intelligence agencies report that terrorist groups were angered by the strict action against this network, perceiving it as a barrier to their larger ideological objectives in India. The crackdown has reportedly intensified terror groups’ planning against the country. Foreign Funding f...

Greater Noida: Work has intensified on a plan to connect Noida International Airport, the largest airport in Uttar Pradesh, with the Ganga Expressway, the state’s longest expressway. The proposed 74-kilometer greenfield link expressway will provide seamless connectivity between the airport and the expressway, significantly reducing travel time for passengers and improving industrial logistics in western Uttar Pradesh. Route and Design Updates The link expressway will begin near Film City at the 24th km of Yamuna Expressway and extend up to the 44.3 km point of Ganga Expressway near Siana in Bulandshahr district. The route will pass through 56 villages, with land acquisition planned with farmers’ consent, while compensation rates are being finalized. During a key project meeting, S...

Lucknow: Speculation about the City Montessori School (CMS) in Lucknow being acquired by industrialist Gautam Adani has been circulating widely on social media. However, the CMS management has categorically denied these reports, terming them false, misleading, and baseless. CMS Management Responds CMS, one of the most prestigious school groups in Lucknow, has 21 branches across the city with around 64,000 students, making it one of the largest schools in Asia in terms of student strength and branches. Despite the rumors, no official statement or action regarding any acquisition by the Adani Group has been made. Rishi Khanna, Head of Communications at CMS, clarified that the circulating news of CMS being bought by the Adani Group is entirely false and misleading. He appealed to the...

Ballia/Ghazipur: The 132-kilometer Greenfield Expressway stretching from Jangipur in Ghazipur, UP, to Manjhi in Bihar is set to have its first phase operational by December. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has stepped up construction speed despite recent floods and heavy rainfall, aiming to open the section from Haldi (Ballia) to Jangipur (Ghazipur) on schedule. Faster Access for Local Residents Initially, the NHAI planned to open the expressway only up to Fefna, but accelerated progress has extended the operational stretch to Haldi. Currently, travelers from Ballia need to cover an additional 50 km to access the Purvanchal Expressway, but once the Haldi section is operational, access to the Greenfield Expressway will be just 14 km from the city, saving nearly one hou...

Hathras, UP: In a shocking incident in Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh, a Delhi Police constable and a bank employee were reportedly assaulted by villagers while attempting to apprehend a fugitive. According to sources, Islam, a local man, had been declared a fugitive by Saket Court, Delhi, after allegedly defaulting on a loan of approximately ₹2 lakh from a bank in Delhi and absconding. In an effort to recover the dues, a team comprising Capital Bank employee Karan Singh and Delhi Police constable Devendra Kumar Singh visited Chandragarhi village under Chandaura police station in Hathras. Violent Confrontation During the operation, the fugitive Islam physically attacked the bank employee and police constable, prompting some of his accomplices to take the team hostage. The group a...

Lucknow, UP: The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Uttar Pradesh has intensified its investigation following the Delhi blast, questioning officials at Integral University, Lucknow regarding Dr. Parvez Ahmed Ansari. The inquiry is part of a broader probe into connections with individuals linked to the terror module. ATS sources confirmed that Dr. Parvez, who recently resigned from Integral University, is reportedly the brother of Dr. Shaheen Saeed, a key accused in the Jaish terror network. The sudden resignation, tendered just three days before the blast, has raised several questions among investigators. ATS Interrogation at Integral University On Thursday afternoon, two ATS officers visited Integral University. During the visit, the team questioned the Registrar, Mohammad Harris Sidd...

Hathras, UP: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Kanpur has arrested two accused in connection with a massive scholarship scam exceeding ₹24 crore in Hathras district, sending shockwaves across the administration. According to EOW sources, the action was carried out under “Abhiyan Shikanja”, targeting financial irregularities in the Minority Department. The accused, Dharmveer Singh, manager, and Sarvesh Pachauri, treasurer, of Madrasa Mohammad Sahab Islamia Fokania in Sikandararao, misappropriated funds meant for student scholarships while holding official positions. The crackdown follows UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s strict directives for action against corruption. Background of the Case The scam pertains to pre-matric scholarships released for minority students studying up...

Fatehpur, UP: In a major crackdown on Wednesday, the Special Task Force (STF) exposed a syndicate involving officials from the Transport and Mining Departments in Fatehpur. The gang reportedly allowed overloaded limestone and gravel-laden trucks to operate in collusion with departmental authorities. Based on the STF’s investigation, a complaint has been filed at Thariyanv Police Station against six individuals, including Fatehpur’s Mining Officer, his gunner, and a locator linked to the illegal operation. Underground Network and Arrests Authorities have registered cases under relevant sections, arresting two key suspects. The crackdown has created a stir within the mining department, while others involved in the illicit operation have reportedly gone underground. Inspector Deep...

Moradabad, UP: In the wake of the Delhi blast and the discovery of a large cache of explosives in Faridabad, intelligence and police agencies in the Moradabad Division have heightened security measures. Special attention is being given to individuals—especially doctors—who frequently travel to Delhi, Faridabad, or Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities have identified over 500 Kashmir-origin residents across Moradabad, Amroha, Sambhal, Bijnor, and Rampur districts, with more than 100 doctors among them. Focused Investigations Following the Delhi blast and related Faridabad explosives case, several doctors’ names surfaced, prompting agencies to initiate comprehensive scrutiny in the Moradabad Division. Investigators are examining travel histories, mobile call records, and personal contacts...