Uttar Pradesh

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh: Rakesh Tikait, National Spokesperson of the Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU), has strongly opposed the strict pollution-control and green regulations being implemented in the National Capital Region (NCR). He warned that if NCR is sealed from January 1 and farmers’ vehicles are fined for entry into Delhi, the farmers will not tolerate it. Farmers Refuse to Pay FinesTikait declared that any fines imposed on farmers’ vehicles will not be paid. He emphasized in strong terms that “if our vehicles are fined, they will face consequences.” His statement has caused ripples in political and administrative circles. Thousands of Fines Already IssuedTikait claimed that nearly 35,000 vehicles have been fined in Delhi over the past two days, with some penalties reaching ₹20,000 e...

Ghaziabad Accident News: A tragic road accident on NH-9 in Ghaziabad late Sunday night claimed the lives of two young men, leaving two others critically injured. Severe Collision on Service LaneVibhu Mishra, Ghaziabad: Late Sunday night, a horrific collision between two motorcycles on the service lane of NH-9 shattered the lives of two families. The impact of the crash was so severe that all riders were thrown onto the road. Two young men died on the spot, while a woman and another man sustained serious injuries. One more man suffered minor injuries. Accident DetailsThe accident occurred around midnight near Tanushree Farm, close to Mahagun Society, in the Wave City police jurisdiction. Reports suggest that Rashuddin, a resident of Dasna, was returning home on his Splendor bike with ...

In a late-night operation on the Delhi-Saharanpur Highway, Ghaziabad police successfully arrested two notorious hitmen with a bounty of ₹25,000 each on their heads. The encounter occurred near Garhi Katiaiya while police were conducting routine checks on the service lane. According to officials, intelligence sources informed the police that the suspects, wanted for a recent murder in the Dabur Talab area, were travelling on a motorcycle towards the Sabhapur underpass. The police immediately set up a cordon and began checking vehicles in the area. When the suspects appeared on a motorcycle, the police signaled them to stop. The rear passenger fired at the police, prompting a chase. During the crossfire, the rear passenger sustained a gunshot wound in his right leg, while the rider was...

Lucknow: Students in Uttar Pradesh are increasingly losing interest in traditional madrasa education. Over the past decade, the number of students enrolled in state-aided madrasas has witnessed a dramatic decline of nearly 80%. While around 422,667 students studied in UP madrasas in 2016, the figure has plummeted to approximately 88,082 in 2025. Records from the Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Education Council indicate a steady fall over the years: 371,052 students in 2017, 270,755 in 2018, 206,337 in 2019, 182,259 in 2020, and 163,999 in 2022. Despite this sharp decline in student numbers, more than 3,000 teachers have been recruited in state-aided madrasas during the same period. A district-wise look at examination applications highlights the stark disparity. In Jalaun, only one student app...

Baghpat: The Cyber Police of Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, have uncovered a major online job scam racket, arresting seven accused, including two women. The gang allegedly cheated job seekers by promising positions in reputed companies and collected lakhs of rupees from unsuspecting victims. How the Scam Operated According to SP Suraj Kumar Rai, the gang operated from Noida. The accused would contact unemployed youth, conduct fake interviews, and send forged offer letters and agreements to create the illusion of employment. Victims were then tricked into paying registration fees, security deposits, and other charges online. The gang also created fake websites using the names of well-known companies, listing their own mobile numbers as contacts. Job seekers who reached out to these number...

Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking act of familial vengeance, a nephew allegedly shot dead his uncle in Mahoba district, rekindling a decades-old grudge that ended in tragedy. According to police reports, the incident occurred on Sunday evening in Gugora village under the Kabarai police station area. Monu Singh, the victim’s nephew, is accused of shooting his uncle, Gulab Singh Parihar (60), citing a long-standing dispute. Following the shooting, Monu Singh fled the scene, creating panic in the village. Authorities have deployed four police teams to track down the suspect. Sequence of Events Gulab Singh Parihar, who lived with his family near the district headquarters, had gone to Gugora village to oversee irrigation of his fields. Monu Singh, reportedly lying in wait, suddenly ...

boost revenue and fast-track stalled developments, the Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has decided to establish a dedicated Marketing Cell to sell its unsold properties and give fresh momentum to upcoming projects. According to officials, the new Marketing Cell will focus on branding GDA properties, promoting project features, and simplifying the home-buying process for customers. The initiative aims to address the long-pending issue of GDA properties worth crores of rupees that have remained unsold for several years. To ensure professional execution, the Marketing Cell will be staffed through outsourcing, with experienced marketing experts entrusted with attracting buyers, showcasing project advantages, and closing sales effectively. In addition, GDA is set to hire a separa...

A major commotion broke out at Gaur Mall, located in Raj Nagar District Centre (RDC), Ghaziabad, after a screening of actor Ranveer Singh’s film ‘Dhurandhar’ was abruptly stopped midway, triggering a heated dispute between theatre staff and audience members who had come with children. The incident occurred when the theatre management halted the show upon realizing that minors were present in the auditorium, despite the film carrying an ‘A’ (Adults Only) certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The sudden stoppage left children and their parents shocked, soon escalating into arguments and chaos inside the cinema premises. Objectionable Content Sparks Controversy According to eyewitnesses and viral video footage circulating on social media, several viewers ca...

Lucknow: Ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly’s Winter Session, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath chaired an important meeting of the BJP Legislature Party at Lok Bhawan on Sunday evening. The meeting focused on ensuring smooth conduct of the session and sharpening the government’s strategy inside the House. The meeting was attended by BJP State President Pankaj Chaudhary, Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak, senior ministers, MLAs, MLCs, and leaders of NDA ally parties. CM Yogi directed all ministers and legislators to enter the House fully prepared and respond to opposition questions with facts and clarity. Winter Session to Run Till December 24 The Winter Session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly began on December 19 and will continue till Decembe...