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Akhilesh Yadav Says ‘Should Have Sent Him to Jail’; Regrets Withdrawing 420 Case Against Jagadguru Rambhadracharya

23Feb

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Akhilesh Yadav Says ‘Should Have Sent Him to Jail’; Regrets Withdrawing 420 Case Against Jagadguru Rambhadracharya

Lucknow, February 23, 2026: In a sharp political statement that has stirred fresh controversy in Uttar Pradesh, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday said it was a “mistake” to withdraw a Section 420 case earlier registered against Jagadguru Rambhadracharya, adding that he “should have been sent to jail.” Addressing the media in Lucknow, Yadav launched a direct attack not only on the seer but also on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, accusing the state government of selective targeting and political vendetta. Support for Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati The SP president expressed solidarity with Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, claiming that the seer had been made to sit on protest for days in Prayagraj during extreme winter conditions. “In our Sanatan traditio...

Civil Services Aspirant Found Murdered in Etawah, Body Dumped on Railway Track

21Feb

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Civil Services Aspirant Found Murdered in Etawah, Body Dumped on Railway Track

Etawah, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking incident, the body of a young civil services aspirant was found bound in a sack on the DFC railway track in Etawah. Police have taken the body into custody and launched a manhunt for the killers. Victim Details The deceased has been identified as Manish Kumar (23), son of Rajveer Singh, a resident of Bandhara village, Bharathna police station area. Manish was preparing for civil services exams and used to travel 20 km daily from his village to attend coaching classes in Etawah. According to family members, Manish left for coaching on Wednesday but never reached the center nor returned home. Despite searching from the village to Etawah, no trace of him was found. It is believed that he was kidnapped, murdered, and his body dumped in a sack on th...

“Security Has Become a Status Symbol”: Allahabad High Court Issues Strong Remarks on Petition Demanding Protection

21Feb

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“Security Has Become a Status Symbol”: Allahabad High Court Issues Strong Remarks on Petition Demanding Protection

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has delivered a stern observation on a petition seeking police protection, emphasizing that taxpayers’ money cannot be used to create a privileged class. Hearing the petition filed by Vikas Chaudhary and others, a bench comprising Justice Saral Srivastava and Justice Sudhanshu Chauhan remarked that determining the nature of threat and the provision of security should be left entirely to the concerned authorities. The Court stated that there is no need for judicial intervention in such matters. Security Should Not Be a Status Symbol The bench noted that taking security from the state has increasingly become a symbol of status. The Court clarified that under Article 226, it cannot direct authorities to provide security to any individual. The asses...

Class 8 Student Collapses During Morning Prayer in Ghazipur School, Dies of Suspected Heart Attack

21Feb

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Class 8 Student Collapses During Morning Prayer in Ghazipur School, Dies of Suspected Heart Attack

Ghazipur: A tragic incident occurred at a private school in Ghazipur on Friday morning when an eighth-grade student collapsed during the school’s morning prayer assembly and later died. The student, identified as Aradhya Yadav, reportedly lost consciousness around 9 a.m. during the prayer session. She was immediately rushed to a private hospital by the school authorities, where doctors declared her dead after preliminary examination. Details of the Incident Aradhya, a resident of Padampur Ram Rai and granddaughter of Vishwanath Yadav, was the elder of two children. Her father works as a pharmacist in Badaun, while her mother, Vijayalakshmi, is a homemaker. She has a younger brother, Vivan, aged seven. School officials stated that Aradhya had a history of health issues and had p...

Popular YouTuber-Teacher Naveen Sharma Set to Join Samajwadi Party, May Contest from Bulandshahr

21Feb

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Popular YouTuber-Teacher Naveen Sharma Set to Join Samajwadi Party, May Contest from Bulandshahr

Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh: As the assembly election buzz intensifies in Uttar Pradesh, the Samajwadi Party (SP) is actively expanding its fold. In a major political development, popular YouTuber and educator Naveen Sharma is reportedly set to join the party on February 22, 2026. Sources suggest he may contest the elections from the Sikandrabad Assembly constituency in Bulandshahr. Naveen Sharma: From Education to Politics Naveen Sharma has earned widespread recognition for his educational content on YouTube. Associated with the channel ‘Rojgar with Ankit’ (RWA), he has become a household name among students preparing for competitive exams. The channel boasts approximately 18 million subscribers, making it one of India’s leading educational platforms. Sharma’s entry into politics ...

Bride Runs Away Before Seven Vows, Groom Leaves in Disappointment

21Feb

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Bride Runs Away Before Seven Vows, Groom Leaves in Disappointment

Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking turn of events in Hamirpur district, the bride ran away from her home just before the wedding ceremony, leaving the groom and both families stunned. The incident took place after the mehndi ceremony, when preparations for the grand wedding were underway. The bride’s sudden disappearance created panic among her relatives, and the groom’s family was equally taken aback. Both sides approached the Sumerpur Police Chowki on Friday, lodging allegations against each other. However, after the return of dowry-related exchanges, both families reached an amicable settlement, and the groom left the police station disappointed. Details of the IncidentThe wedding was planned in a village under Sumerpur police jurisdiction, with the baraat scheduled to arrive ...

Badaun Man Commits Suicide During Sister-in-Law’s Wedding; Police Investigating

21Feb

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Badaun Man Commits Suicide During Sister-in-Law’s Wedding; Police Investigating

Badaun, UP: A tragic incident overshadowed the wedding festivities in Badaun when a man, Akash (28), committed suicide during his sister-in-law’s wedding. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday in a forested area near the village of Utarna, under Moosajhag Police Station. Police are investigating the circumstances that led to the suicide. Incident DetailsAkash, a resident of Jaitipur village, Shahjahanpur, had arrived at his in-laws’ home in Badaun several days prior, along with his family and children, to attend the wedding of his sister-in-law, Neeraj, daughter of Kunwarpal. On the night of 20 February, during the Jaimala ceremony, Akash was reportedly seen consuming alcohol. Shortly afterward, he went missing, prompting family members to search for him. A local passe...

Action Initiated in Kushinagar After Board Exam Halt for 700 Students; Clerk Booked

21Feb

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Action Initiated in Kushinagar After Board Exam Halt for 700 Students; Clerk Booked

Kushinagar, UP: Authorities have initiated action following the suspension of board examinations for 700 students of Goswami Tulsidas Inter College in Kushinagar. A case has been registered against clerk Gyan Prakash Pathak under serious sections, and an investigation is underway. Allegations and IrregularitiesApproximately 700 students from the correspondence program at the college in Padrauna Nagar had applied for the board exams. Preliminary investigation revealed serious procedural lapses: certificates were signed by clerk Gyan Prakash Pathak instead of the designated nodal officer, violating exam regulations. As a result, the students’ exam forms were canceled due to non-payment of exam fees, leaving them unable to appear for exams and effectively wasting an academic year. Paren...

Moradabad Couple Marries Across Religious Lines During Ramadan, Bride Seeks Police Protection

21Feb

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Moradabad Couple Marries Across Religious Lines During Ramadan, Bride Seeks Police Protection

Moradabad, UP: A unique interfaith marriage in Moradabad has captured widespread attention. Muntareen, a Muslim woman, observed her fast during Ramadan and married her long-time Hindu boyfriend, Ajay, following Hindu wedding rituals. She broke her fast by drinking Ganga water immediately after the wedding. Marriage and Police InvolvementThe couple, hailing from Sunai village under Billari Police Station, had been in a relationship for several years. Muntareen’s family opposed the union because Ajay is Hindu. On Friday, she left home during the fast and performed seven pheras with Ajay at a temple. After the wedding, Muntareen, now going by the name Muskan, appeared before SSP Satpal Antil, requesting protection, citing threats from her family. The SSP instructed the local police to inve...

Ghazipur Man Appears on Cot in Court, Sent to Jail Despite Health Claims

21Feb

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Ghazipur Man Appears on Cot in Court, Sent to Jail Despite Health Claims

Ghazipur, UP: In a bizarre incident at the ACJM Court in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, a 70-year-old accused appeared for his hearing while lying on a cot, claiming to be paralyzed and unwell. Despite his condition, the court ordered him to serve a three-month jail sentence. Case BackgroundThe case is related to a bounced cheque. Ramdarsh Yadav, the accused, had borrowed ₹9 lakh from Ajit Ram for business purposes. To repay the loan, Yadav issued a cheque, which bounced. When he failed to repay the loan, the complainant filed a case in court. Earlier, the ACJM Court had sentenced Yadav to three months in jail along with an order to repay the loan with interest. Yadav challenged the ruling in the High Court, which instructed him to surrender in the lower court. Drama in CourtOn his sche...