Uttar Pradesh

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 31: The construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is expected to be fully completed by April 30, according to Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee. Mishra made the announcement on Saturday, providing an update on the progress of the ambitious project that has captured nationwide attention. Speaking to reporters, Mishra said that the temple construction is progressing steadily and all major works, including the sanctum sanctorum and intricate carvings, are on track for completion within the stipulated timeline. He added that the project has been executed with meticulous planning and modern engineering techniques to ensure both speed and quality. The total estimated cost of the Ram Temple project stands at approximately ₹1,900...

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 31: In a shocking incident in the Sushant Golf City area of Lucknow, two unidentified men opened fire at a shopkeeper inside a shopping complex on Friday night, leaving him injured. Police have launched an investigation to track down the culprits. According to Nipun Agrawal, Deputy Commissioner of Police (South Zone), “The incident took place around 10:15 PM at Shopping Square-2, Ansal Sushant Golf City. Information about the shooting was immediately received through our control room, and police teams rushed to the scene.” The injured shopkeeper was promptly taken to a nearby hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment. Authorities have confirmed that the victim’s condition is stable, but investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind t...

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 31: A shocking case of fraud and sexual assault has come to light in Moradabad, where a man allegedly posed as “Ashish” on social media to befriend a Hindu woman and then sexually exploited her. Following the complaint, the accused has been arrested and sent to jail. According to City SP Kumar Ranvijay Singh, the victim’s mother filed a complaint at Katghar Police Station on Thursday night. A case was registered against the accused, Shahrukh, a resident of Dhanora village in Gajrola, Amroha. Police investigation revealed that Shahrukh had befriended the woman, who lives in the Civil Lines area, via Instagram under a fake profile named “Ashish.” The accused allegedly arranged a meeting with the victim and during the encounter sexually assaulted her while...

Hathras (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 31: In an unusual case from Hathras, a newlywed woman has refused to live with her husband just a month after their wedding, citing personal differences and disputes over physical relations. Despite intervention from family members and the police, the couple could not reach a compromise. According to reports, Abhishek Sharma, a resident of Kailash Nagar, Hathras, married Megha, a resident of Agra, with mutual consent. Both families had approved the alliance, and initially, the couple seemed to get along. However, disagreements began just days after the wedding, leading to growing tensions. Late Friday evening, Megha approached Bangla Police Chowki to formally complain. Police called Abhishek to the station and attempted to mediate between the two. Family ...

Agra, UP: The controversy over the Taj Mahal has resurfaced, with a petition claiming that the world-famous monument is actually the Tejo Mahalay Shiv temple. The case came up for hearing on Friday at the Agra court, where petitioner Ajay Tomar requested permission for ritual worship, including jalabhishek (water pouring) and dugdhabhishek (milk pouring), at the alleged temple during the month of Sawan. Court Proceedings During the hearing, the court considered arguments on whether Muslim parties should be allowed to intervene in the case. Tomar’s lawyer, Shiv Adhar Singh Tomar, urged the court to reject the plea of Syed Ibrahim Hussain Zaidi to become a party to the case, arguing that Zaidi had no concrete grounds for participation. Zaidi’s lawyer, Raisuddin, requested time to prese...

Sonbhadra, UP: The Sonbhadra police have taken strict action against notorious codeine cough syrup smuggler Bhola Prasad Jaiswal by seizing assets worth ₹6 crore under the NDPS Act. This marks the second major seizure against Jaiswal, a resident of Varanasi, whose properties worth ₹28.50 crore had previously been attached in the city. The seizure was carried out as part of a special drive against narcotics trafficking by a Special Investigation Team (SIT). The action follows legal procedures under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act in case number 1191/2025 registered at Robertsganj Kotwali. Following court orders, properties owned by Jaiswal in Madouli, Bharalai, and Jagdishpur areas of Varanasi were attached. Details of Seized Assets The confiscated properties include seven houses and ...

Kanpur: A shocking case of alleged religious coercion has emerged in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after a young man allegedly committed suicide by hanging. A video that surfaced posthumously shows the deceased claiming he was being forced to change his religion. In the video, the youth asserts, “I am being forced to convert, but I will remain on the path of my faith,” before taking his life. The clip went viral on social media, creating widespread concern, though NBT Online has not independently verified its authenticity. Police Commissioner Raghuveer Lal confirmed that an investigation has been launched. Incident Details The deceased, identified as Rohit, also known as Deepak, was found hanging near his home in Panki on Friday morning. His family raised an outcry, demanding immediate acti...

SHAHJAHANPUR : A 17-year-old brick kiln worker was brutally killed after being struck on the head with a heavy object in Uttar Pradesh’s Shahjahanpur district, police said on Saturday. The body of the victim, Kamlesh Kumar, a resident of Rawatpur village, was found on Saturday morning near the village panchayat building, approximately 200 metres from his residence, Superintendent of Police Rajesh Dwivedi told PTI. According to villagers and family members, Kamlesh worked at a local brick kiln and had returned home on Friday evening after completing his work. He was reported missing later in the night, and his body was discovered the following morning, bearing severe head injuries. Police suspect that the teenager was attacked with a blunt and heavy object, resulting in fatal injur...

Shamli:Tension gripped Jharkhed village in Kairana area of Shamli district after funeral ashes were allegedly stolen from a cremation ground, triggering outrage among villagers. Following protests and a police investigation, two women were arrested, and the stolen remains were recovered from their possession, police officials confirmed. Incident After Last Rites According to police and family members, Mithan Singh, an elderly resident of the village, passed away on January 29. His last rites were performed the same day at the village cremation ground in accordance with Hindu rituals. On January 30, Mithan Singh’s son Gopal, along with family members and villagers, visited the cremation site for asthi-sanchayan (collection of ashes). However, they were shocked to find the remains s...

Noida:Even after the tragic death of a young engineer in Noida Sector-150, builders continue to show shocking disregard for public safety. In a fresh incident, police and local authorities have uncovered a dangerous, water-filled excavation pit near a public road in Sector-22D of Yamuna City, describing it as a potential “death trap.” The pit was dug for the construction of a basement by the Star City project developer, but was left completely open and unsecured for several months. Recent rainfall caused the pit to fill with water, significantly increasing the risk of a fatal accident. Police Register Case Against Builder Taking serious note of the hazard and the threat it posed to commuters and residents, the police registered a case against the builder and two responsible offici...