Uttar Pradesh

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: A shocking incident unfolded at a hotel in Varanasi where a brother and sister from Hyderabad were found dead in their room. Their bodies were discovered lying on the bed, and police recovered approximately ₹6.61 lakh, along with their Aadhaar cards, laptops, PAN cards, and passports. The deceased have been identified as 46-year-old Ganesh Goud Gunlapalli and his 38-year-old sister, Dhanalakshmi Gunlapalli. They had checked into room number 2005 on February 8 and were scheduled to check out on February 10. When they did not leave the room by noon, hotel staff tried to contact them by phone. Receiving no response, they knocked on the door and alerted the police. Scene Suggests Possible Drug OverdoseUpon arrival, police and a forensic team entered the room afte...

Lucknow: The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court has quashed the criminal case against businessman Nikant Jain, which involved allegations of corruption and illegal extortion. The court ruled that, based on the available facts and evidence, no prima facie offense could be established. Nikant Jain was accused of demanding a 5% bribe from an entrepreneur in exchange for approving a solar manufacturing unit under the ‘Invest UP’ scheme. Based on a complaint sent by the company’s representative to the Chief Minister, an FIR was registered on March 20, 2025, at Gomtinagar Police Station. Jain was arrested, and the investigation was later handed over to the Special Task Force (STF). During the hearing on the petition, a single bench of Justice Rajiv Singh also set aside the charge sh...

Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh, February 10, 2026: Residents of Mahoba were left astonished when they spotted a man driving a car while wearing a helmet near the Paramanand Chowraha. The unusual sight drew attention and sparked questions about local policing practices. A Unique Form of ProtestThe incident occurred after a young man received a ₹1,000 online fine for “not wearing a helmet” while driving his car—a citation that left him bewildered. In protest, he decided to wear a helmet while driving, turning heads and leaving passersby puzzled. According to Abhishek Kumar, he was returning from Rath on February 6, with Bhupendra Soni driving the car. Upon reaching the Kul Pahad police post, a local officer issued the online fine. Surprised by the mobile notification, the driver promptly put on...

Prayagraj, February 10, 2026: A shocking incident has left the sports community in Prayagraj reeling, as 17-year-old volleyball player Pratyush Rai was found dead under mysterious circumstances in his hostel room. Pratyush, a resident of Ghazipur, had been training at the Amitabh Bachchan Sports Complex for the past four years. On Tuesday morning, Pratyush was discovered lying on the floor of his hostel room. He was immediately taken to Bailey Hospital, where doctors declared him dead. The news of his sudden death sent shockwaves through his family, who rushed from Ghazipur to Prayagraj. A Promising AthletePratyush was regarded as a talented player and was well-liked by his coach and teammates. On the morning of the incident, around 5 a.m., some junior players went to wake him up and...

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has granted significant relief to 22 police officers, including former CO Anuj Chaudhary, in connection with the Sambhal violence case. The court has temporarily stayed the order of the CJM court directing the registration of an FIR against these officers. The relief comes after Anuj Chaudhary and the Uttar Pradesh government challenged the CJM court's directive in the High Court. A bench led by Justice Samit Gopal issued the order on the petitions filed by former CO Anuj Chaudhary and former Station House Officer Anuj Tomar. The next hearing in the matter has been scheduled after two weeks, and the stay on the FIR will remain in effect until then. Background of the CaseThe case dates back to November 24, 2024, during the Sambhal violence, when pol...

Mathura: A shocking incident unfolded in the Kachahari area of Mathura on Monday when a husband allegedly attacked his wife in broad daylight, leaving her seriously injured. The incident occurred near the Civil Lines area, and police have registered a case against the accused, who remains at large. According to reports, Sunil Kumar, a resident of the Magorra area, has been involved in a divorce dispute with his wife Nidhi for the past two years. On Monday, both had come to the court for a hearing. After the proceedings, the couple sat on the footpath outside the court and began discussing the matter, which quickly escalated into an argument. Brutal Assault with Stone Eyewitnesses allege that Sunil pushed Nidhi to the ground and started beating her with fists and kicks. The situati...

Ayodhya: Preparations are underway to open around 15 temples within the Ram Temple complex in Ayodhya for public darshan in March. However, the appointment of additional trained priests for regular worship has not yet been finalized. Currently, the temple trust’s priest training program has not started, and the daily pooja and rituals are being managed by a team of just 20 priests on a rotational basis. According to sources, finishing touches and cleaning of the murals and interiors in the newly built temples within the complex are in their final stages. The temples will only be opened to devotees once this work is completed. Current Worship Arrangements At present, regular pooja is being conducted in six temples within the parikota, the Sheshavatar Temple, and the Lord Shiva temp...

Sambhal, UP: In the ongoing legal proceedings related to the Sambhal violence incident, the Uttar Pradesh government has submitted a strong defense in the Allahabad High Court regarding allegations against then-Circle Officer Anuj Chaudhary. The case pertains to a young man, Alam, who was reportedly injured by a police bullet during clashes in Sambhal on November 24, 2024. Case Background Alam, the son of Yamin, was returning home with a cart when a protest took place near Jama Masjid. Yamin alleged that Alam was shot by Anuj Chaudhary and other police personnel while trying to escape. Acting on Yamin’s complaint, the CJ Magistrate Court (CJM) had ordered the registration of an FIR against Anuj Chaudhary and 22 other officers. In response, Anuj Chaudhary challenged the FIR in the ...

Hapur, UP: In a shocking case of mob violence, a young man in Hapur was brutally assaulted on suspicion of mobile phone theft. The victim was taken to a forested area, forced into a “murga” position, and beaten with bricks placed on his back and cane sticks. The entire incident was recorded on video and circulated widely on social media. Incident Details The assault reportedly took place in a forest near Modinagar Road. According to reports, three men suspected the youth of stealing a mobile phone. They restrained him, dragged him into the forest, and subjected him to severe physical torture. The victim was held and beaten for a prolonged period until some bystanders intervened to rescue him. Police Action Following the viral circulation of the video, Hapur police immediately s...

Hapur, Uttar Pradesh: Former UP Minister and three-time MLA from Garhmukteshwar, Madan Chauhan, narrowly escaped an attack when assailants tried to shoot him on Monday night in Hiranpura village. The attackers, traveling in a white Toyota Fortuner, were unable to fire as the pistol jammed, saving Chauhan’s life. Police have promised a swift arrest of the suspects. Attack Near Village Engagement Ceremony Chauhan, who served as a minister during the Samajwadi Party government and is now active in the BJP, was en route to attend an engagement ceremony in the village when the incident occurred. According to eyewitnesses, three to four men in the Fortuner stopped his vehicle as he approached the village. Gun Jam Saves Former Minister One of the attackers reportedly held a pistol in ...