Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow:Serious allegations have surfaced against IAS officer Abhay Singh of the Uttar Pradesh cadre, after his mother Rekha Singh accused him of illegally occupying her residential property in Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh and subjecting her to physical and mental harassment. Rekha Singh has formally submitted a written complaint to the Chairman of the Revenue Council, detailing the alleged incident and seeking administrative intervention. In her letter, she claimed that Abhay Singh, accompanied by his wife, arrived at her Chittorgarh residence, verbally abused her, physically assaulted her, and issued threats. She further alleged that CCTV cameras installed at the house were deliberately damaged during the incident. According to the complaint, fearing for her life, Rekha Singh locked ...

Lucknow:In a major breakthrough against the interstate codeine cough syrup smuggling network, the passport of alleged kingpin Shubham Jaiswal, currently hiding in Dubai, has been officially cancelled. With this development, his stay in the United Arab Emirates has now become illegal, significantly tightening the noose around him. According to officials of the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF), once an Indian passport is revoked while the individual is already abroad, the person is legally considered an illegal foreign national in that country. Under international norms, the host nation may initiate deportation proceedings. Following the cancellation, all visas issued on the passport — including those for Gulf countries, the UK, or the US — automatically become technically invali...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh:The weather across Uttar Pradesh is set to remain predominantly dry on January 29, 2026, according to the latest updates from the Lucknow Meteorological Center. Dense fog is expected in both eastern and western regions of the state, accompanied by a drop in temperatures. No rainfall is forecast, but the combination of cold northwestern winds and lingering humidity may make the chill more pronounced, especially in the plains and Terai regions. Key Weather Alerts The meteorological department has warned of dense fog during the morning and night hours in several districts. Some areas may also experience a cold wave effect due to relatively low temperatures. City-Wise Forecast | City | Max Temp (°C) | Min Temp (°C) || Agra | 21.8 | 11.1 || Aligarh | 21.3 | 10...

Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh: A shocking case of husband’s murder has emerged from Bareilly, where a young man who had recently married was found dead in a rented room. Initial reports suggested suicide, but a postmortem revealed strangulation, confirming foul play. Police have taken the wife and her family members into custody for questioning. Incident DetailsThe deceased, 33-year-old Jitendra Yadav, was working as a contractual office assistant at IVRI. He lived with his wife, Jyoti, in a rented room at Kailashpuram Colony, Bagpat MLA Kamal Saxena’s residence. Jitendra hailed from Bharathana in Etawah. The couple had been in a relationship for nine years and tied the knot on 25 November 2025. Jyoti works as a conductor with UP Roadways. On Monday morning, Jitendra’s body was discovered ...

Bagpat, Uttar Pradesh: A video of Bagpat MLA Ajay Tomar stroking and playing with a nilgai calf has gone viral, capturing the attention of social media users. The footage was shared by the MLA himself on his social media handle, showing him gently patting the calf’s head and interacting closely with it. Incident DetailsThe incident occurred during a recent inspection tour near the Eastern Yamuna Canal. While inspecting a newly constructed bridge near Gathina village, the MLA’s convoy stopped at a spot along the canal. Unexpectedly, a nilgai calf approached the group, an unusual occurrence as nilgais normally keep their distance from humans. Witnesses were surprised by the animal’s trust and calm behavior, prompting MLA Tomar to interact with it and capture the moment on video. Contex...

Lucknow: In a surprising turn of events in Uttar Pradesh politics, Prateek Yadav, who had previously announced his separation from wife Aparna Yadav, has now stated that their relationship is back on track. Through a social media post, Prateek shared that “All is well” and tagged Aparna, indicating reconciliation. BackgroundOn 19 January, Prateek Yadav had made headlines when he publicly announced the end of his marriage with Aparna Yadav. In those posts, he called her a “family destroyer” and blamed her for disrupting relationships with his parents and brother, while portraying Aparna as someone focused only on her own growth. Aparna had later denied these claims, even suggesting her Instagram account had been hacked. The New PostIn his latest Instagram post, Prateek wrote: “All is ...

Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking incident linked to a romantic relationship, a young couple in Gorakhpur attempted to end their lives by jumping from a height of 24 feet. Both sustained serious injuries and are currently undergoing treatment in hospital. Police are investigating the case. Incident DetailsThe girl, aged 20, from the Khajni police station area, had been in a relationship for nearly a year with 22-year-old Vishal from Kotwali area, Sant Kabir Nagar district. Her family had arranged her marriage elsewhere, scheduled for June this year. On Tuesday, Vishal had visited the girl’s village to attend a traditional post-death ceremony (terahvin) and took the opportunity late at night to meet his girlfriend at her home. When her family noticed, they tried to stop him, cau...

Rampur, Uttar Pradesh: A video circulating widely on social media has drawn attention to Veeru Chauhan, a Bajrang Dal activist, for allegedly making threatening statements toward local Muslim shopkeepers during a procession. In the video, Chauhan can be seen shouting slogans, warning that pots would be thrown and biryani shops would be shut down, causing concern over communal tensions in the area. Navbharat Times has not independently verified the authenticity of the video. Details of the IncidentThe video shows a procession organized by Bajrang Dal, with participants playing music and chanting slogans. Veeru Chauhan is seen standing on a trolley with a sound box, leading the chants, which others in the crowd repeat. The slogans reportedly demanded that no hotels remain open and that st...

Jaunpur / Baramati: In the tragic plane crash in Baramati, Maharashtra, that claimed five lives, Pinky Mali from Uttar Pradesh also lost her life. Pinky, a flight attendant, was part of the crew on the aircraft carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The incident has plunged Maharashtra and the nation into mourning. Hailing from Bhainsa VillagePinky Mali was a resident of Bhainsa village in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district. Her father, Shivkumar Mali, is a leader of the Nationalist Congress Party, and her family primarily resides in Mumbai, occasionally visiting Jaunpur. According to Papu Mali, national secretary of the Apna Dal, Pinky had built her career in the aviation sector through her hard work and determination. Her cousin, Sheetla Prasad Mali, confirmed her d...