Uttar Pradesh

Aligarh:A high-profile ‘Love Jihad’ case from Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, has taken a dramatic turn after the accused, Firoz, released a video publicly denying all allegations and accusing the complainant of attempting to extort ₹5 lakh from him. The case, which has drawn comparisons with the film The Kerala Story, involves serious allegations of identity fraud, forced religious conversion, sexual exploitation, blackmail, and abandonment. Following the registration of an FIR, Firoz has now come forward with his version of events, claiming that the accusations against him are false and motivated by monetary demands. Firoz’s Version: “Consensual Relationship, No Deception” In the video, Firoz identifies himself as a resident of Tarasur Khurd and states that he works in a factory where h...

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh):In a tragic incident highlighting the growing risks associated with social media trends, a 22-year-old man lost his life while attempting to shoot a reel on an under-construction flyover in Bareilly district on Friday evening. The deceased has been identified as Mohammad Faizan, a local barber by profession. According to police and eyewitness accounts, Faizan was out with his friends when the incident occurred on the road leading to Bijauria Railway Station, where construction work on a flyover is currently underway. Eyewitnesses said several heavy concrete slabs were lying along the roadside. Faizan reportedly climbed onto one of the slabs and began recording a reel to a film song. During the act, he lost his balance and slipped, falling from the slab. A con...

Mirzapur (Uttar Pradesh):The Mirzapur police have arrested Shyam Bahadur Patel, the district president of Apna Dal (Kamerawadi), along with two others, on charges of cattle smuggling. Patel, who is also the village head (Pradhan) of his native village, is accused of running the illegal operation for several years. According to police officials, Patel allegedly carried out cattle smuggling in collaboration with Rajesh Kol, the caretaker of a cow shelter (Gaushala). The case pertains to the cow shelter located in Sonvarsha village under Lalganj police station limits. The arrests followed the detention of Anil Prajapati earlier this week. Five cattle were rescued from his vehicle. During interrogation, Prajapati revealed the names of other individuals involved in the racket, leading to ...

Ghaziabad, UP: The menace of stray dogs continues in GH-7 Society, Crossing Republic, Ghaziabad. Recently, a girl was attacked by a pack of stray dogs, during which the most aggressive dog, a black canine named ‘Kalu’, managed to escape the municipal team by jumping over the society’s boundary wall. Since the incident, residents of the society are living in fear. The Apartment Owners Association (AOA) has urged everyone to immediately report if they spot Kalu in the area. Attack on School-going GirlOn Wednesday, a girl heading to school was attacked by a pack of stray dogs roaming inside the society. According to locals, the attack was initiated by Kalu. Fortunately, nearby residents managed to rescue the girl, and the incident was reported to the municipal authorities. The next day,...

The Uttar Pradesh government is taking steps to bring Bundelkhand’s rich folk arts to the global stage, aiming to include traditional forms such as Alha, Bundeli Swang, and Rai dance in UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage. In coordination with the state’s Tourism and Culture departments, officials in Jhansi are collecting comprehensive data on local artists, folk art forms, and historical records associated with these traditions. The initiative also involves documenting organizations supporting Bundeli arts, rare folk practices, and prominent performers to strengthen the nomination process. For UNESCO consideration, detailed information is being gathered on performers of Alha, Bundeli Swang, and Rai, including awards, notable achievements, and contributions. Additionally, d...

Ghaziabad | 30 Jan 2026 After heavy rains caused severe waterlogging in Loni, Ghaziabad, a video of a schoolgirl holding local MLA Nand Kishore Gurjar responsible for the condition went viral on social media. Speaking to the media, Gurjar denied the allegations, calling them baseless and a deliberate attempt to defame him. The MLA claimed that the controversy is orchestrated by his political rivals, municipal chairperson Ranjit Dhama and her husband, former chairperson Manoj Dhama. Gurjar said, “The girl is too young to understand who is actually responsible for the waterlogging. The municipality, not the MLA, is accountable for road conditions and drainage maintenance. My opponents are using minor children and small-time YouTubers to tarnish my image.” Allegations of Municipal Mi...

Banda (UP) | 30 Jan 2026 A 35-year-old man was brutally stabbed to death in broad daylight in Lalitpur district on Friday, police said. According to Lalitpur Superintendent of Police Mohammad Mustaq, the incident occurred around 11:30 am at Najai market. The victim, identified as Kripa Sagar Patwa, was repeatedly attacked with a knife and left injured on the road. Patwa was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition, but doctors declared him dead, the SP confirmed. Police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack.

Kanpur (UP), January 30: A 23-year-old man allegedly took his own life after facing pressure to change his religion in Kanpur’s Panki area, prompting protests by his family and local residents, officials said on Friday. The deceased, Rohit Singh, also known as Deepak, a resident of Ratanpur, was found hanging in his home on Wednesday. According to police, prior to his death, Rohit uploaded a video on social media claiming he had been forced to undergo religious conversion. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the matter. Local residents and family members have staged demonstrations, demanding justice and a thorough probe into the circumstances leading to the tragic incident.

Lucknow: In a shocking discovery, the Lucknow Municipal Corporation unearthed an illegal dairy operation in the Royal City Colony, Gadoura area of Biznour, when buffaloes and other cattle were found confined inside a residential home—from the drawing room to the bedrooms. The raid, part of an ongoing crackdown on unauthorized dairy activities, sent shockwaves across the neighborhood. The action was conducted by Zone-8 of the Municipal Corporation as part of its drive against illegal dairy operations. Upon the team’s arrival, panic ensued among the operators, with one of them locking the buffaloes, cows, and other animals inside the house to avoid seizure. Animals Found Locked IndoorsDuring the inspection, municipal authorities discovered a total of 11 buffaloes, 3 cows, 4 calves, and...