Uttar Pradesh

Meerut, February 2:A fresh controversy has surfaced involving Meerut-based digital creator Shadab Jakati, widely known for the viral reel “10-rupee biscuit kitne ka hai ji”, after his on-screen co-actor Iram publicly accused her husband Khurshid of domestic violence, financial exploitation and intimidation. In a video shared on social media, Iram alleged that her husband has been subjecting her to physical and mental abuse and squandering her earnings on gambling and betting over the past eight to nine months. She stated that she has now decided to pursue legal action and approach the court, saying she will no longer remain silent. Allegations of Domestic Violence and Financial Exploitation According to Iram, Khurshid is entirely dependent on her income and has repeatedly misused ...

Ghaziabad, February 2:In an inspiring example of grassroots social service, farmer and entrepreneur Chaudhary Surinder from Rajnagar Extension’s Raispur area in Ghaziabad has launched a unique initiative — a “Cloth Bank” — aimed at restoring dignity and confidence among underprivileged children. Through this Cloth Bank, needy children can obtain a complete school uniform for just one rupee. The symbolic price ensures that beneficiaries do not feel they are receiving charity, but rather accessing a service with self-respect and equality. ‘Service, Not Charity’ Surinder said the idea behind charging one rupee was to preserve the dignity of the beneficiaries. “We did not want anyone to feel they were begging. Even one rupee gives a sense of ownership and respect. The goal is not j...

Pratapgarh / New Delhi, February 2:Uttar Pradesh MLC Kunwar Akshay Pratap Singh alias Gopalji has received major relief in the forgery case filed by Bhanvi Singh, with the Delhi Police Economic Offences Wing (EOW) submitting a closure report before the MP–MLA court, citing lack of evidence. The case dates back to February 2023, when Bhanvi Singh, wife of Kunda MLA Raja Bhaiya, lodged a complaint against Akshay Pratap Singh alleging forgery and fraud. After nearly three years of investigation, the EOW concluded that there was no sufficient criminal evidence to substantiate the allegations, leading to the filing of the closure report. EOW Finds No Proof of Fraud In its report, the EOW stated that the accusations of cheating and forgery against Akshay Pratap Singh could not be proven...

Saharanpur, February 2:The controversy surrounding Pakistan’s decision to boycott its match against India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, to be held in India and Sri Lanka, has sparked a political reaction in India. Congress MP from Saharanpur, Imran Masood, has strongly criticised the very idea of India playing Pakistan, questioning why the issue is even being discussed. Reacting sharply to the development, Masood said that India should never have considered playing Pakistan in the first place. He asserted that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) must take decisions keeping the nation’s dignity and self-respect in mind. ‘Why Should India Play Pakistan?’ Imran Masood said that when India had once signed a Bangladeshi player, it triggered widespread controversy, y...

Budaun, February 2:A bizarre and widely discussed incident has emerged from Sahasapur village in Bilsi tehsil of Uttar Pradesh’s Budaun district, where a cobra entered a woman’s house and remained there for several hours, triggering panic, curiosity, and intense debate among villagers. The incident occurred around 11 am on Sunday, when a cobra was spotted inside the house of Gudiya, wife of Alisen. According to residents, the snake settled in a corner of a room with its hood raised and did not move for hours, despite heavy human presence and noise. Woman Claims Cobra Responded to Her Gestures Amid the gathering crowd, Gudiya made a startling claim, stating that the cobra—referred to by locals as ‘Nagraj’—was responding to her gestures. She alleged that when she approached the s...

Ghaziabad, February 2:Ghaziabad Police have arrested three persons, including a dhaba owner, in connection with the brutal double murder of two customers following an argument over delay in serving food at a roadside eatery in the Khoda area of the district. One more customer sustained serious injuries in the incident. The prime accused, Dharmendra (45), owner of the dhaba, was arrested first. Acting on fresh intelligence, police later conducted an operation late Sunday night and arrested two other accused—Rajan and Sachin—after an encounter, in which both sustained bullet injuries. Dispute Escalated Into Deadly Attack According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Trans-Hindon) Nimitsh Patil, the incident took place late Friday night when Shripal (23), Satyam (26), and Anurag (24) a...

Hapur, February 2:Taking a tough stand in the ₹64 lakh robbery case involving a Rajasthan-based trader, the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) has suspended three police personnel, including the Station House Officer (SHO) of Pilkhuwa police station, for alleged negligence and failure to control crime. The accused, however, remain absconding. The incident occurred in the Pilkhuwa police station area of Hapur district, where armed criminals looted ₹64 lakh from a rice trader from Rajasthan. Despite examining footage from nearly 200 CCTV cameras, the police have so far failed to trace the suspects. Incident on NH-9 The victim, Rakesh Rajput, a resident of Sikar district in Rajasthan, had come to Hapur to meet his business partner Vaibhav Shukla. After withdrawing ₹64 lakh in cash from a...

Lucknow, February 2:The Union Budget 2026 has provided a significant push to the green energy sector, with targeted custom duty and import tariff exemptions expected to give fresh momentum to Uttar Pradesh’s solar and electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem. Industry experts believe the move will not only reduce production costs but also attract large-scale investments across the state. Major Boost for Solar, Renewable Energy and E-Mobility Custom duty relief announced in the Budget for solar energy, renewable power, and e-mobility components is set to strengthen flagship initiatives such as the PM Surya Ghar Yojana and India’s expanding EV ecosystem.Notably, the government has exempted basic customs duty on critical raw materials used in lithium-ion battery manufacturing, including cobalt p...

Lucknow, February 2:Lucknow’s deep-rooted bond with music unfolded in spellbinding fashion at the ‘Sehar’ programme of the SANTAKADA Festival, held at Raja Rampal Singh Park, Kaisarbagh. As a cold Sunday dawn broke gently over the city and birds joined nature’s orchestra with their chirping, the strains of classical music wove a magical tapestry that left the audience mesmerised. The early morning concert was elevated by the presence of Ustad Irfan Mohammad Khan, Khalifa of the Lucknow–Shahjahanpur Gharana, on the sarod, accompanied by Ustad Ilmas Hussain Khan, Khalifa of the Lucknow Gharana, on the tabla. Together, they created a soundscape that reflected Lucknow’s refined musical ethos. Lucknow: More Than Brick and Mortar The evening opened with an address by Prof. Mandavi Singh...

Lucknow, February 2:The Union Budget 2026 has evoked mixed reactions across the country, but for Uttar Pradesh, the budget brings substantial financial support and multiple growth-oriented initiatives. The state is set to receive a major boost in infrastructure, urban development, transport, tourism, education, and employment generation. Here is a point-by-point breakdown of what Uttar Pradesh gets from the Budget: ₹4.26 Lakh Crore Allocation for Uttar Pradesh Uttar Pradesh will receive approximately ₹4.26 lakh crore in the next financial year. This marks an increase of about ₹25,000 crore compared to the previous year. The enhanced allocation is expected to accelerate infrastructure projects and central welfare schemes in the state. City Economic Region (CER) Scheme for T...