Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad:In a horrifying incident from Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad district, a 32-year-old man has lost his ability to speak for life after his wife allegedly bit off his tongue during a domestic altercation, reportedly triggered by a dispute over social media activity. The incident occurred on the night of January 19 in Sanjaypuri Colony of Modinagar, sending shockwaves through the locality. Tongue Could Not Be Reattached The victim, identified as Vipin, was recently discharged from a hospital in Meerut. Doctors confirmed that despite emergency medical intervention, they were unable to reattach the severed portion of the tongue. Medical experts stated that even reconstructive plastic surgery would not restore normal speech, leaving the victim permanently speech-impaired. Fam...

Prayagraj:In a major crackdown on immoral trafficking, the Prayagraj Police have busted a sex racket operating from a rented house in the Kydganj police station area, barely a few kilometres from the ongoing Magh Mela 2026 venue. The police detained four women and four men, all residents of Prayagraj, after they were found in objectionable circumstances during a late-night raid. Second Such Case in 25 Days The incident has raised serious concerns as this marks the second sex racket exposure within 25 days in the same police station limits. Earlier, on January 4, a similar racket was uncovered in the Kydganj locality. Given the massive inflow of pilgrims and tourists during the Magh Mela, the incident has caused alarm among local residents. Raid Conducted on Tip-Off Accord...

Ghazipur:In a major action against the illegal trade of codeine-based cough syrup, the Ghazipur Police have temporarily seized properties worth ₹1.85 crore belonging to absconding accused Shubham Singh, officials confirmed on Wednesday. Shubham Singh, the owner of Nityansh Medical Agency, has been on the run for a long time in connection with the narcotics racket. Property Frozen Under Legal Provisions Providing details to the media, Superintendent of Police Eraj Raja said that the seized property is located in Dheerajotpur village under Bhudkuda police station limits. Although the property is registered in the name of the accused’s mother, Neelam Devi, investigations revealed that it was purchased using money earned from the illegal codeine syrup business. “The property has be...

Mathura:Panic and speculation spread among devotees after reports claimed that silver fittings had gone missing from the sanctum of the world-famous Thakur Shri Banke Bihari Temple. Several videos circulating on social media alleged theft of silver from the temple’s inner threshold, prompting the temple management to issue an official clarification. The temple authorities categorically denied any theft, stating that the damage to the silver was caused by chemical-based perfumes (itr) offered by devotees during worship. Chemical Reaction Led to Damage According to the management, nearly 10.5 kilograms of silver plating had earlier been installed on the sanctum doorway and threshold with the support of a devotee. As part of traditional devotion, worshippers frequently apply perfume ...

Varanasi:What began as a small grassroots experiment in a remote village of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s parliamentary constituency has today grown into a powerful movement of social transformation. The Green Brigade, a collective of rural women, is rapidly reshaping the social landscape of Varanasi and adjoining districts through courage, discipline, and collective action. From fighting drug addiction and gambling to preventing crimes against women and children, the Green Brigade has succeeded in achieving what years of strict law enforcement often failed to accomplish. Women Leading the Change Formed under the initiative of Hope Welfare Trust in 2015, the Green Brigade was conceptualised by young graduates from leading universities who sought to address deep-rooted social evil...

Lucknow:The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has announced the construction of a premium high-rise residential project in the heart of the city. The proposed 27-storey luxury apartment complex, ‘Aishbagh Square’, will come up on Mill Road in the Aishbagh area, offering modern housing in one of Old Lucknow’s most densely populated localities. According to official orders issued by LDA Vice-Chairman Prathamesh Kumar, online registration for the flats will remain open from January 29 to February 28, 2026, and applications will be accepted exclusively through the authority’s official website. Project Overview The project will feature 384 luxury apartments, each with an approximate carpet area of 1,900 square feet. Applicants will be required to deposit 5 per cent of the estimated f...

Agra:The city of Agra witnessed intense police action early Thursday morning as the Uttar Pradesh Police carried out multiple encounters in connection with the high-profile Raj Chauhan murder case. In one of the encounters, the main accused, Arbaaz Khan alias Mansoori, was killed, while two other wanted criminals sustained bullet injuries. The injured accused have been identified as Mohit Pandit and Ashu, both carrying a reward of ₹25,000 each. Two police personnel were also injured during the operation and have been admitted to hospital. Their condition is stated to be stable. Murder Triggered by Gang Rivalry Raj Chauhan, a known history-sheeter, was shot dead on January 23 in the Trans-Yamuna area of Agra. He was facing three criminal cases, including murder. Chauhan had been re...

Lucknow:In a major case of cyber and financial fraud, an NGO based in Lucknow was allegedly cheated of ₹1.31 crore on the pretext of securing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds. The case came to light after the victim approached the court, following which the police registered an FIR on judicial directions. The complaint has now been lodged at Gomti Nagar Police Station, and investigations are being carried out jointly by the local police and the cyber crime unit. How the Fraud Was Executed The complainant, Brijesh Tiwari, a resident of Vishal Khand, Gomti Nagar, is the secretary of Disha Manav Kalyan Evam Utthan Samiti, an NGO working since 2010 in the fields of handicrafts, environment protection, and integrated development. According to Tiwari, in September last yea...

Lucknow:The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has announced a major premium housing project in the heart of the city, offering residents a rare opportunity to own luxury apartments in one of Old Lucknow’s most sought-after locations. The project, named “Aishbagh Square”, will come up on Mill Road in Aishbagh and will feature 27-storey residential towers equipped with modern lifestyle amenities. According to official plans, the project will comprise 384 luxury flats, each spread over approximately 1,900 square feet. The LDA has opened online registration for the flats till February 20, 2026, through its official website. Applicants will be required to deposit 5 per cent of the estimated flat cost as registration amount, while candidates belonging to reserved categories will need to ...