Uttar Pradesh

Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh: The political temperature is rising in Bhadohi over the voter list, as Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Zahid Beg has made serious allegations against the BJP government and local administration, claiming that Dalit and Muslim voters are being deliberately removed from the electoral rolls. Allegations of ManipulationZahid Beg stated that under the pretext of the Special Summary Revision (SIR) campaign, names of opposition-supporting voters are being removed using Form-7, a move he described as a politically motivated attempt to influence elections. “Those in power, fearing defeat, are now resorting to manipulating votes,” he said. Examples from VillagesThe MLA cited specific cases in Lalipur, Surhan, Dulmadaspur, and Vedmanpur, where voters’ names had been legally add...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: The web series ‘Ghuskhore Pandit’ has become the center of controversy after Inspector Vikram Singh of Hazratganj Police Station filed a case against its creators. Taking cognizance of public outrage and allegedly offensive language used in the series, Inspector Singh personally lodged the FIR, citing potential threats to social harmony. The matter has since attracted widespread attention on social media. About Inspector Vikram SinghInspector Vikram Singh is currently posted at Hazratganj Police Station, having previously served at Krishnanagar Police Station. The 46-year-old officer, known for his effective policing and compassionate approach toward the public, was transferred to Lucknow on October 10, 2022, from Mainpuri, where he headed the Cyber Cell. Over hi...

Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh: In a major crackdown against tax evasion, the GST department conducted a high-profile raid in Sambhal, seizing undisclosed gold, silver, and diamond jewelry worth approximately ₹33 crore. The operation, which lasted nearly 21 hours, also resulted in a tax penalty of ₹1.20 crore being collected on the spot. Raid Targets Jeweler’s Showroom and ResidenceAccording to reports, the state tax department acted on intelligence indicating that some traders were exploiting rising gold and silver rates to carry out transactions without proper documentation. Based on these inputs, a probe was initiated under the direction of RA Seth, Additional Commissioner Grade-2 (Commercial Tax Discipline). After about a month of surveillance, a jeweler in Sambhal was identified for inv...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: The Allahabad High Court’s Lucknow bench has taken a stern stance on the rising number of missing persons cases in Uttar Pradesh. The court has summoned the Additional Chief Secretary (Home) and the Director General of Police (DGP) to appear via video conference on March 23, directing them to submit all records and statistics related to missing individuals in the state. Bench Orders Comprehensive Record SubmissionThe directive was issued by a division bench comprising Justice Rajan Rai and Justice A.K. Chaudhary while hearing a suo motu public interest petition. The court emphasized that all records available with the state government regarding missing persons must be presented at the next hearing. Over 1.08 Lakh People Missing in Two YearsDuring the proceedin...

Lucknow: The construction of a new and modern headquarters for the Lucknow Municipal Corporation has officially begun in Gomti Nagar, behind the Fun Mall, within the Central Workshop campus. Designed on the grand architectural lines of the state’s prestigious Lok Bhavan, the four-storey building will be developed at an estimated cost of ₹160 crore and is expected to be completed within 16 months. To facilitate the project, the existing RR workshop is being temporarily shifted to another location, while demolition work has already commenced at the site. According to Atul Mishra, Executive Engineer (Zone 4) of the Municipal Corporation, the upcoming headquarters will be equipped with advanced facilities and dedicated office spaces for multiple departments, along with improved public se...

Noida: The tragic drowning of engineer Yuvraj Mehta in Sector-150 has prompted Noida authorities to strengthen water safety and disaster management measures in the district. Following this incident, the Police Commissionerate has approved the establishment of six new Water Police posts in sensitive areas to prevent accidents and ensure public safety during large gatherings. Under the direction of Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh, these posts will be strategically deployed across Noida’s three zones. In Noida Zone, the first post will be at Okhla Barrage, Sector-126, and the second near the Kalindi Kunj Yamuna Bridge. Central Noida will host a post at Kulesra, Eco-Tec-3, on the Hindon riverbank. Four posts in Greater Noida will be positioned at Knowledge Park’s Kambakshpur Yamuna Bank, Da...

Lucknow: Following the tragic deaths of three sisters in Ghaziabad, allegedly influenced by Korean culture and digital platforms, the Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission has taken serious cognizance of the issue. Dr. Babita Singh Chauhan, Chairperson of the Commission, has issued directives to all district magistrates to prohibit assigning homework or projects to students up to fifth grade via WhatsApp or any other mobile platforms. In her letter, Dr. Chauhan described the Ghaziabad incident as a grave warning for society and the education system. While online learning was a necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic, she emphasized that sending assignments over mobile apps in normal circumstances fosters digital addiction among children, particularly girls. She insisted that all academi...

Ghaziabad: The tragic deaths of three minor sisters in Ghaziabad, reportedly influenced by online games and Korean culture, have sparked nationwide concern. MP Atul Garg has stated that he plans to raise the issue of dangerous online games in Parliament, urging the government to ban harmful gaming apps and task-based platforms that negatively impact children. Atul Garg also advocated for the creation of a “Digital Safety Protocol” in India, similar to measures in other countries, to regulate online content and protect children. He had listed this issue during the Zero Hour in Parliament but was unable to raise it due to proceedings being adjourned amid disruptions. He plans to push the matter again to ensure government action. Meanwhile, Loni MLA Nandkishore Gurjar visited the bereav...

Greater Noida West: To ease traffic congestion between Gaur Chowk and Tigri, authorities have begun work on constructing two U-turns along the 60-metre-wide road. In addition, the service roads on both sides will be widened to improve traffic flow. The Greater Noida Authority (GNA) has stated that the project is expected to be completed by August. The initiative is set to benefit over 1.5 lakh residents from more than 20 nearby housing societies. With the upcoming launch of Noida International Airport, traffic on this route is expected to increase, particularly during peak morning and evening hours. The new U-turn near Khajur Chowk, before the Tigri roundabout, will allow vehicles to access Gaur City-2 more directly, eliminating the need to circle the roundabout. This is also expecte...

Lucknow: Residents of Uttar Pradesh’s capital were shaken on Friday morning as a 3.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Lucknow. According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the epicenter was located in Gonda at a depth of 10 kilometres. The tremors, felt strongly in the early hours of the day, prompted people to rush out of their homes. High-rise buildings in Lucknow swayed during the quake, although no damage has been reported so far. The earthquake comes days after a 5.9-magnitude tremor was recorded in Myanmar, which had also been felt in Kolkata and Dhaka, Bangladesh. NCS further reported additional seismic activity, including a 3.4-magnitude quake in Bageshwar, Uttarakhand, and a 4.4-magnitude tremor in China’s Xinjiang region. Impact Across the RegionThe effects of ...