Uttar Pradesh

Basti, Uttar Pradesh:In a major crackdown on illegal drug trafficking, the Basti Police have unearthed a large-scale codeine syrup supply network and arrested its alleged mastermind, identified as Pankaj Kumar. According to police officials, the accused was operating the illegal trade under the name of a registered firm, Ganpati Pharma, which was being used as a front to distribute codeine-based cough syrup to several medical stores across the district. The arrest was made by the Sadar Kotwali Police following a tip-off. Pankaj Kumar was apprehended from Hadiya Chauraha, officials confirmed. During the investigation, police discovered that although Ganpati Pharma was officially registered, no such medical shop was functioning at the address mentioned in Rahmatganj locality. When t...

Raebareli, UP: A wave of joy and devotion swept through Dehli village in Raebareli district as stolen idols of Radha and Krishna were recovered and returned to the local temple. Villagers welcomed the idols with music, flower garlands, and chants of “Radhe-Radhe” and “Jai Shri Krishna.” The idols, made of an alloy of brass and bronze, had been stolen on the night of 23 January from the village temple in the Shivgarh police jurisdiction. The next morning, the temple priest, Ganga Prasad, discovered the broken lock and empty sanctum, leaving the villagers shocked and saddened. The theft had struck a deep emotional chord in the community. Following a formal complaint, the Shivgarh police registered a case and launched an investigation. Villagers also began searching for the idols indepe...

Shahjahanpur, UP: In a shocking incident from Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, a husband was brutally murdered, allegedly by his wife in collusion with her nephew. The case, which also involves a long-standing extramarital affair, has left the local community stunned. The victim, 30-year-old Balram, lived with his wife and four children in Bhatpura Chandu. On Thursday morning, Balram’s brother visited the house to check on him before work. Balram’s wife came out in tears. When his brother entered the home, he found Balram lying on a charpai (cot) with his throat slashed. The brother immediately accused the wife of orchestrating the murder. History of Elopements and AffairAccording to family members, Balram’s wife had been involved in a relationship with her husband’s nephew for nearly tw...

Amroha, UP: A heart-wrenching incident from Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh, has left a family and the local community in shock. A woman succumbed to a prolonged illness, and just 10 minutes later, her husband also passed away. The couple was cremated together, marking a tragic end to their lives. The deceased have been identified as 60-year-old Sapna and her 65-year-old husband Neetu. Sapna had been battling health issues for some time. On Wednesday morning, she passed away, and the news was immediately conveyed to her husband, who was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Meerut. Overcome with grief, Neetu reportedly suffered a fatal heart attack and died just 10 minutes after his wife. Family members took both bodies to the crematorium, where they were cremated together. Th...

The weather in Uttar Pradesh is set to improve tomorrow, 30 January 2026, as the effects of the recent Western Disturbance come to an end. The Meteorological Department has forecast sunny and dry conditions across most districts of the state for the next four days. Northern & Eastern UP to See Fog With the Western Disturbance dissipating, central and western districts experienced moderate rainfall over the past few days. Tomorrow, minimum temperatures are expected to drop to 3–5°C, particularly in the northern and eastern regions, including the Terai belt, where fog formation is likely. Lucknow, Noida, Ghaziabad to Enjoy Sunshine In urban centers like Lucknow, Noida, and Ghaziabad, sunny spells are expected, though intermittent cloud cover may appear. Winds will blow at mod...

In a shocking case of alleged fraud in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, a woman has accused parties of attempting to seize her deceased son’s property using forged documents. The case has been taken seriously by the authorities, and a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered at Kotwali Nagar under multiple sections, following the orders of the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM). According to the complaint, Rukmani Devi, a resident of Mangapur Sarkouda in the Kudarwar police station area, is the sole legal heir of her late son Anil Singh, who inherited his father’s ancestral property after the death of Surya Baksh Singh around 35 years ago. Anil Singh, who was married to Shashi Singh from Indore, had divorced her around 26 years ago and had no children. Allegedly, after the divorce, S...

In a significant move for the state’s education workforce, the Uttar Pradesh government has approved a proposal allowing teachers and education staff to avail cashless medical treatment at private hospitals. The decision, finalized in the cabinet meeting on Thursday, covers around 1.5 million teachers, education staff, and their families under both the Basic and Secondary Education Councils. The initiative, modeled on the Ayushman Bharat scheme, will see the government spend approximately ₹448 crore to provide this benefit. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had announced the scheme on Teacher’s Day 2025. Who Will Benefit Under the Secondary Education Council, grant-aided and self-financed school teachers, vocational subject experts, contract teachers, and their dependents will be cov...

The long-awaited expansion of the Hindon Airport terminal has officially commenced, marking a significant step toward strengthening aviation infrastructure and improving passenger amenities in the National Capital Region. The project, being executed at an estimated cost of ₹8.5 crore, aims to enhance security arrangements at the main entry gate while significantly upgrading facilities for travelers. The expansion work is scheduled to be completed within eight months. According to Dr. Chilka Mahesh, Director of the Hindon Airport Authority, the terminal expansion will be carried out in two phases. In the first phase, the terminal building will be extended nine metres forward from the main entry gate, increasing the airport’s total built-up area by approximately 800 square metres. T...

A major legal development has emerged in the Sambhal violence case linked to the survey of the disputed structure — Shahi Jama Masjid, also referred to as Harihar Temple — as senior police officer ASP Anuj Chaudhary has approached the Allahabad High Court, challenging the order passed by the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) directing registration of an FIR against police personnel. The violence occurred on November 24, 2024, when a court-mandated survey was being conducted at the disputed religious site. During the operation, a massive crowd gathered, and the situation soon spiraled out of control. Incidents of stone pelting, arson, and firing were reported, plunging the area into chaos. The clashes resulted in the death of four persons, while 29 police personnel sustained injuries. F...