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UP BJP Set to Bring New Faces Ahead of Assembly Elections, Focus on Regional and Caste Balance

6Feb

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UP BJP Set to Bring New Faces Ahead of Assembly Elections, Focus on Regional and Caste Balance

Lucknow: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Uttar Pradesh is preparing for significant organizational changes as the state gears up for the 2027 Assembly elections. Party leadership is focusing on maintaining regional and caste balance while inducting new faces into the state unit. The new state executive is expected to see fresh members, with the leadership reviewing lists of existing office-bearers who have served in the state unit for a long time. Separate lists are also being prepared for those who are current MPs, MLAs, or MLCs, as the party may replace some with new leaders on a “one person, one post” basis. Deliberations on the ExecutiveAfter a prolonged selection process, Pankaj Chaudhary was appointed as the UP BJP state president on December 14. Since then, he has toured a...

UP Weather Today, February 6: Cold Wave Intensifies After Western Disturbance, Minimum Temperatures Drop Amid Strong Winds

6Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Weather Today, February 6: Cold Wave Intensifies After Western Disturbance, Minimum Temperatures Drop Amid Strong Winds

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 Horror: 6-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Assaulted by Two Minors

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Badaun Horror: 6-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Assaulted by Two Minors

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 Teacher Arrested for Using Fake Degrees, Faces Legal Action

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Bhadohi Teacher Arrested for Using Fake Degrees, Faces Legal Action

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...

UP Weather Today, February 5: Minimum Temperature Drops, Dense Fog in Several Districts; IMD Issues Alert

5Feb

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UP Weather Today, February 5: Minimum Temperature Drops, Dense Fog in Several Districts; IMD Issues Alert

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 Troublemaker Rishabh Thakur Banned from City for 6 Months

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Bareilly Troublemaker Rishabh Thakur Banned from City for 6 Months

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...

Aligarh Youth Commits Suicide Following Argument with Girlfriend Over Laundry

5Feb

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Aligarh Youth Commits Suicide Following Argument with Girlfriend Over Laundry

Aligarh, UP: In a tragic incident in Aligarh, a young man allegedly took his own life following an argument with his girlfriend over a trivial domestic matter. The incident occurred in Masudabad, near Banna Devi police station. According to reports, 24-year-old Zeeshan, son of Ahsan from Jamalpur Asif Nagar, worked as an auto-rickshaw driver and was in a long-term relationship with a young woman who works at a hotel in the Masudabad area. On Wednesday night around 11 PM, a dispute broke out between the couple over washing clothes. The argument escalated, and Zeeshan reportedly went to a nearby under-construction building, where he hanged himself. The girlfriend rushed him to Malakhan Singh District Hospital in an unconscious state. However, doctors declared him dead upon arrival. Zee...

Another Lulu Mall Coming to UP: GIDA to Acquire 50 Acres in Gorakhpur for Commercial Projects

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Another Lulu Mall Coming to UP: GIDA to Acquire 50 Acres in Gorakhpur for Commercial Projects

Gorakhpur: Preparations are underway for a new Lulu Mall in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. The Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority (GIDA) has announced plans to acquire 50 acres of land in Kalesar and Mahi villages for the project, along with several other commercial initiatives. Over 200 farmers are expected to receive fair compensation and rehabilitation. Land Acquisition DetailsOut of the 50 acres, 46 acres are to be acquired in Kalesar village and 4 acres in Mahi village. The district administration will conduct a detailed survey as part of the acquisition process. An advertisement has already been issued to initiate a social impact assessment of the affected areas. Strategic Location for Industrial and Commercial DevelopmentKalesar and Mahi are located near the city, making th...

Aligarh: 29-Year-Old Aunt Elopes with 18-Year-Old Nephew; Family Seeks Police Help

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Aligarh: 29-Year-Old Aunt Elopes with 18-Year-Old Nephew; Family Seeks Police Help

Aligarh: In a shocking case from Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, a 29-year-old woman reportedly eloped with her 18-year-old nephew, leaving her family stunned. The woman’s husband has approached the police, urging them to locate his wife and bring her back. Authorities are now actively searching for both. Background of the CaseThe incident took place in a village under the Godha police station area. According to reports, the illicit relationship between the aunt and her nephew developed over time. On 23 January, the woman reportedly ran away with her nephew. Despite extensive efforts by her husband and family members, no clue about their whereabouts has been found so far. Consequently, the husband filed a written complaint of missing persons with the local police. Husband’s AccountThe husban...

Hardoi: Female Constable Found Dead at Home, Three-Month-Old Daughter Left Behind

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Hardoi: Female Constable Found Dead at Home, Three-Month-Old Daughter Left Behind

Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking incident, a female constable was found hanging at her residence in Hardoi on Wednesday evening, sending shockwaves through the local community. The constable was currently posted in Lucknow. Authorities and field units reached the scene immediately, and the body has been sent for post-mortem examination. The deceased has been identified as 30-year-old Preeti, a 2021-batch police officer originally from Bareilly. She was serving at Indira Nagar police station in Lucknow. Preeti belonged to the Dalit community and had married Saurabh Srivastava, a fellow Bareilly resident, about 12 years ago in a love marriage. Due to familial disagreements over their marriage, the couple, along with their daughter, had relocated to Hardoi and were living in the house ...