Uttar Pradesh

Noida: The recent suicide case in Ghaziabad has once again raised alarm bells for parents and society, highlighting the growing concern of digital addiction among children. Experts warn that excessive screen time combined with parents’ busy schedules may leave children emotionally neglected, potentially weakening their mental health. According to Noida District Hospital, an average of three to five children and adolescents visit the facility every week with complaints related to digital addiction. Most affected are teenagers aged 14–19 years. Psychologist Dr. Swati Tyagi noted that prolonged mobile gaming and screen exposure are gradually isolating children from studies, family, and social life, impacting their behaviour, sleep, and overall mental well-being. Dr. Akanksha Arora, a ch...

Shamli, UP: In a major police action, a wanted criminal, Rehan, carrying a reward of ₹50,000, was killed in an encounter in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh. Rehan had over 90 cases registered against him across Delhi-NCR. This marks the second major police action in the state within 48 hours. During a routine check related to a robbery case near Jhijhana–Kaserwa Road, Rehan, who was fleeing on a bike after committing a loot, came face-to-face with police. When he saw the officers, he allegedly opened fire, prompting an encounter. In the exchange, one constable, Sumit Baisla, was injured. Rehan’s accomplice managed to escape. Police recovered two pistols—one made in Italy and another indigenous—along with the stolen mobile and cash. Police StatementShamli SP N.P. Singh stated that around 9 PM o...

Greater Noida West: A sudden increase in auto and e-rickshaw fares at Gaud Chowk in Greater Noida West has sparked disputes between passengers and drivers, highlighting the ongoing challenges in public transport in the area. Commuters traveling from Gaud Chowk to Tigri and the highway have been asked to pay ₹20 instead of the usual ₹10. Several drivers reportedly refused to carry passengers who refused to pay the new fare, leading to heated arguments at the site. Daily commuters Yash and Kalpana said that they have been traveling between Noida and Tigri regularly. “Two days ago, when we boarded an e-rickshaw from Gaud Chowk at night, the drivers demanded ₹20 for the same distance that used to cost ₹10,” they said, adding that fare boards displaying the new rates had been installed. ...

Ghaziabad: In a shocking incident in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, three sisters allegedly committed suicide by jumping from the ninth floor of a building. Following the tragedy, the family has isolated themselves at home and is not speaking to anyone, including the media. Police investigations are ongoing. Journalists made repeated attempts to contact the father of the girls, who initially spoke to the media twice but has since refused further interaction. No other family member is willing to comment on the matter. Post-Mortem and Last RitesDoctors conducted post-mortems late Wednesday, confirming the cause of death as brain hemorrhage, believed to have resulted from severe trauma due to the fall. Following the procedures, the family performed the last rites of the three girls late at n...

Lucknow: Following the passage of a Western Disturbance, Uttar Pradesh is experiencing a sharp drop in temperatures, intensifying the cold wave. Strong winds have further increased the feeling of chill across the state. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather in Uttar Pradesh has been fluctuating over the past few days. Clear skies, returning fog, and gusty winds have caused temperatures to vary, and such changes are expected to continue throughout February. This has resulted in cold mornings and evenings accompanied by a humid, uncomfortable sensation. After the Western Disturbance moved past Gujarat, the plains of Uttar Pradesh, including Lucknow, witnessed a change in wind direction. Cold air flowing from the hills has lowered minimum temperatures and led to dense ...

Badaun, Uttar Pradesh: A deeply disturbing incident has emerged from the Dataganj area of Badaun district, where a six-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by two minors. The accused, aged eight and fourteen, have been taken into police custody, and an investigation is underway. Incident Details According to the FIR filed by the girl’s father, the incident occurred on February 4 around 2:00 PM. The child had gone to a nearby field when the two boys, residents of the same locality, allegedly committed the assault. The girl returned home covered in blood and narrated the horrific ordeal to her family. Police Response Upon receiving the report, local police immediately reached the scene and took both minors into custody. Circle Officer K.K. Tiwari also visited the statio...

Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh: In a major crackdown on fraudulent teachers, Bhadohi police have arrested Shailendra Kumar, a teacher accused of securing his position using fake documents, and sent him to jail. Authorities have also terminated his employment and initiated recovery of the salary he received during his tenure. The action comes amid a stringent directive from the Allahabad High Court, which ordered verification of appointments of all assistant teachers across the state within six months, following several cases of employment through fraudulent credentials. Shailendra Kumar, who served as an assistant teacher at Composite School, Kalik Mavai, had been under police surveillance for some time. Police Operation and Arrest On Wednesday, the Koirauna police received precise inform...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Uttar Pradesh continues to witness fluctuating weather patterns, with minimum temperatures dropping once again across the state. The Meteorological Department has advised residents to stay cautious amid changing conditions. Fog and Temperature Trends: Following clear skies after recent rainfall, several districts recorded a decline in minimum temperatures. The western disturbances influencing the region had earlier raised night temperatures to 14–15°C, but Wednesday saw a noticeable dip. Dense fog is now affecting 13 districts, disrupting rail and air travel. Areas experiencing moderate to dense fog include Lucknow, Noida, Ghaziabad, Bulandshahr, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Bareilly, Agra, Kanpur, and Prayagraj. Meteorologists expect the fog to lift as the day p...

Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh: Rishabh Thakur, who had caused a violent disturbance at a nursing student’s birthday party in December, has been officially banned from entering Bareilly for six months. Thakur, who had assaulted Muslim friends of the birthday girl, was escorted to the district boundary by police immediately after his release from jail. Incident Details: The incident occurred on December 27 at a café in Bareilly, where a nursing student was celebrating her birthday. Several of her friends, including two Muslim youths, were present when Thakur, along with his associates, arrived and created a commotion, physically assaulting the girl’s friends. The attack was captured on video and went viral on social media, prompting police to register an FIR. Judicial Proceedings and Dist...