Uttar Pradesh

Agra: In a shocking incident in Taj city, Agra, a man allegedly shot his biological sister in the head over a financial dispute, leaving her critically injured. The accused fled the scene immediately, and the police have launched a manhunt. Reports indicate that three people were involved in the crime. The victim, Anita (55), wife of Shyam Singh, was shot dead at her residence in Ayodhya Kunj, Shahganj police station area, late Wednesday night. According to Shyam Singh, he had returned home around 10:30 PM from a wedding engagement when three individuals forced their way into the house, using a power outage as a pretext. While Anita was asleep, her brother Hari Singh alias Ravi allegedly shot her in the head. Shyam Singh told police that his brother-in-law, Hari Singh, had been deman...

KANPUR: The Uttar Pradesh government has given the green light to Kanpur’s Master Plan 2031, marking a major step in the city’s urban expansion and development. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed the proposed plan on Wednesday and expressed satisfaction, instructing the Housing Principal Secretary to proceed with formal approvals. The plan is expected to receive final clearance next week. Under the new master plan, the Kanpur Development Authority (KDA) area will expand to include 386 villages across Kanpur Nagar, Unnao, and Kanpur Dehat districts. This expansion not only facilitates broader urban development but also clears the path for a new airport in Kanpur, significantly boosting regional connectivity. Presentation and Planning Details The master plan presentation in Luc...

AYODHYA: Guptar Ghat in the holy city of Ayodhya is set to transport visitors back to the epic era of the Ramayana. As part of a major tourism development initiative, about 90% of the work has already been completed, with an open-air theater expected to be inaugurated by Holi 2026. The project features grand statues of Ravana, Hanuman, and Jatayu, bringing the spirit of the Ramayana to life for pilgrims and tourists alike. Guptar Ghat holds immense historical and religious significance, as it is believed that Lord Shri Ram took Jal Samadhi here before ascending to the divine abode. Recognizing its spiritual and cultural importance, the Uttar Pradesh government is developing the site into a world-class tourism destination, complete with beautification, water sports facilities, modern par...

VARANASI: Devotees visiting the holy city of Kashi for Maha Shivratri this year will have the opportunity for uninterrupted darshan of Lord Shiva at Kashi Vishwanath Temple, as the temple administration has announced that the gates will remain open continuously for 26 hours. In a major decision aimed at accommodating the anticipated large crowd, the temple authorities have also suspended VIP and special ticketed darshan for the occasion. Maha Shivratri, the most significant festival for Shiva devotees in Kashi, falls on 15 February 2026 this year. The temple administration expects more than one million devotees to visit, prompting them to ensure a smooth darshan experience for all. The doors of Kashi Vishwanath will open to the general public from 4 AM on 15 February, after Mangala Aart...

KANPUR: Amir Jaidi, a leader of the Samajwadi Party in Kanpur, was arrested on Wednesday in connection with a rape and religious conversion case, following a dramatic police pursuit that spanned six kilometers. After his capture, the police conducted a procession with the accused, drawing widespread attention. The case stems from Ghatampur police station area, where a young woman had accused Jaidi of coercing her into sexual relations and attempting to force her to convert to Islam. Authorities had been searching for him for some time, and his eventual arrest required persistent effort by the police. According to officials, upon learning that police were closing in, Jaidi tried to flee on a scooter. Inspector Dinesh Singh Bisht personally chased him for nearly six kilometers before f...

SULTANPUR: The Uttar Pradesh government has transferred several IPS officers on Wednesday, with Charu Nigam being appointed the new Superintendent of Police (SP) for Sultanpur district. Prior to this, she served as the Commanding Officer of the 47th Battalion of the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) in Ghaziabad. A 2014-batch IPS officer, Nigam has previously made headlines for her relentless action against land mafias, liquor rackets, and drug traffickers. Originally from Agra, famously known as the city of the Taj, Charu Nigam completed her education in Delhi and holds a B.Tech degree. Determined to join the civil services while pursuing her studies, she first cleared the UPSC exam in 2010. After a few initial setbacks, she succeeded in the 2013 attempt and received her first postin...

Lucknow, UP: The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) has finalized fares for its electric buses, alongside announcing key decisions regarding their stops in the state capital, Lucknow. Two double-decker electric buses are currently operating between Lucknow and Ayodhya, while several other routes across the state have also been introduced. Fare structure for electric busesAccording to the official announcement, fares have been set as follows: Non-AC electric buses: ₹1.30 per kilometer AC electric “three-by-two” and Janrath buses: ₹1.64 per kilometer AC sleeper and electric sleeper buses: ₹2.59 per kilometer High-end Volvo, Scania, and premium AC electric buses: ₹2.86 per kilometer Anil Kumar, Chief Operations Manager at UPSRTC, stated that the fare f...

Lucknow, UP: The Indian Railways is preparing to implement significant changes in passenger boarding procedures. Under the new system, Train Ticket Examiners (TTEs) will no longer wait for passengers at the next station if they are not found in their booked seats. Instead, such seats will be immediately marked vacant and made available to waitlisted or RAC passengers. Officials from the Lucknow Division explained that currently, if a passenger does not occupy their reserved seat after the train departs, TTEs often wait until the next station before updating the seat status. This is because some passengers board at nearby stations after booking their tickets for an earlier station. The upcoming changes will eliminate this delay. Software to be updated for instant seat allocationThe Ra...

Barabanki, UP: In a shocking revelation, Barabanki police have disclosed startling details in the murder of Sunita Kashyap, district president of the Indian Kisan Union (Bharatiya Kisan Union – Awadh faction). Investigations revealed that Sunita had been living in a live-in relationship with Raj Mishra for several years. The murder allegedly occurred after disputes over marriage demands, police said. Raj Mishra, also known as Raju, has been arrested and sent to jail. The incident came to light on Tuesday when the body of a woman was found near a canal embankment in Khajurganj area of Nagar Kotwali. The deceased was identified as 35-year-old Sunita Kashyap. Superintendent of Police Arpit Vijaywargiya said multiple police teams, along with surveillance and SWAT units, were deployed to swi...

Greater Noida, UP: A woman has been arrested in Greater Noida following a viral video showing her verbally abusing residents after her pet dog defecated in a parking area. The incident occurred at Amrapali Golf Homes and Kings Wood Society, where a dispute over public cleanliness escalated into a confrontation. According to police, the incident took place near Tower-J in the Minus One parking area. A woman was walking her pet dog when another resident, along with a male companion, politely objected to the dog soiling the public space and requested that she walk the dog outside the complex. The dog owner allegedly became agitated, picked up her pet, and began hurling obscene and offensive language at the residents. The entire episode was captured on video and circulated widely on soci...