Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow: King George’s Medical University (KGMU) has issued a clarification amid growing political and social controversy over notices served for the removal of certain shrines within its campus. The university administration has categorically stated that no notice has been issued to the Shahmina Shah Dargah or the Haji Harmain shrine, and has urged people not to spread misinformation. KGMU recently sent notices to four to five shrines located within its campus, seeking responses within 15 days. Following this, political reactions emerged, with the Samajwadi Party and several Muslim religious leaders expressing concern. Demands to change the name of KGMU were also raised, further intensifying the debate. Addressing the issue, KGMU spokesperson Dr. K.K. Singh clarified that reports cl...

Agra, Uttar Pradesh – A dilapidated water tank in Kalindi Vihar, Agra, collapsed, disrupting water supply in the area for the past three days and leaving residents facing a severe water shortage. The dramatic incident, which was captured on video, has gone viral on social media. The CollapseThe cemented water tank had become structurally unsound over time. On 24 January, the local water department demolished the tank. The viral footage shows the entire tank collapsing in just five seconds. The heavy debris struck the underground water tank beneath, damaging its walls and contaminating the stored water with rubble and debris. As a result, hundreds of households have been left without water. Impact on ResidentsLocal residents reported that no alternative water arrangements were provide...

Northern India is experiencing the impact of a Western Disturbance, bringing rain and strong winds across Uttar Pradesh. On 27 January, several districts in western UP, including Meerut, Aligarh, Agra, and Ghaziabad, recorded rainfall, while some areas of Baghpat experienced hail. Weather Forecast for 28 January 2026The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate rainfall over many districts in eastern Uttar Pradesh within the next 24 hours. Over 50 districts could experience rainfall accompanied by thunder and hail. Strong winds of 30–40 km/h are also expected across several districts of eastern and western UP. Light fog may occur in some areas in the morning and evening. Recent dry conditions have caused a noticeable drop in minimum temperatures. City-wise Forecast...

In a shocking incident in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, a young man was critically injured after allegedly having air forcibly pumped into his private part by three local men. The victim, whose health deteriorated rapidly, was rushed to Lucknow Medical College for treatment. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation. The incident occurred in a village under the Kudarwar police station. According to the victim’s father, his son was at a puncture repair shop when he got into a verbal dispute with three men identified as Satyaprakash, also known as Gandhi or Amrish Kori, Ghulam Arif, and Rizwan. Allegedly, the confrontation escalated, and the accused deliberately used a pressure machine to harm the young man. After the attack, the perpetrators threatened the victim and fle...

Meerut, January 27, 2026: A serious road accident occurred on National Highway 58 near Pallavpuram police station in Meerut on Tuesday, leaving six passengers critically injured. A passenger bus traveling from Delhi to Dehradun collided with a road roller that had been carelessly left in the wrong direction after construction work. Several other passengers sustained minor injuries. The accident reportedly took place around 3 a.m., while road repair work was underway on the highway. After completing the work, the heavy road roller used in construction was parked in the wrong direction without any warning signs, barricades, or reflectors, and the operator left the site. The passenger bus, moving at high speed toward Dehradun, failed to spot the unlit roller in the darkness and crashed dir...

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh: Prashant Singh, Deputy Commissioner of the State Tax Department posted in Ayodhya, has announced his resignation following comments made by Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand. Prashant Singh stated that he was deeply hurt by the remarks made by the Shankaracharya, which were directed against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He described the comments as irresponsible and insulting, and cited this as the reason for stepping down from his post. The resignation has drawn attention amid the ongoing debate over statements made by religious leaders and their impact on public officials in Uttar Pradesh.

Noida: The investigation into the death of software engineer Yuvraj Mehta in Noida has reached a critical stage. Following directives from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Noida Authority has submitted a detailed list of 20 officials to the Special Investigation Team (SIT) tasked with probing the incident. Incident Background:The incident occurred late at night on 16 January at an under-construction building in Sector-150 of Noida, owned by a local builder. Public outrage over the tragedy and extensive media coverage prompted the Chief Minister to order a thorough investigation and constitute a Special Investigation Team to ensure accountability. List of Officials Submitted to SIT:In compliance with SIT directives, the Noida Authority has provided a comprehensive list of officers ...

Bareilly: A major controversy has erupted in Bareilly over the resignation of City Magistrate Alankar Agnihotri, who stepped down in protest against the University Grants Commission (UGC) equality regulations and the Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand issue. Agnihotri’s claims, including that he was held hostage at the District Magistrate’s (DM) residence, have sparked widespread political and media attention. The state administration has now clarified the situation. Agnihotri, who vacated his official residence late at night, has been suspended by the government. He alleged that he was held at the DM’s residence for 45 minutes, a claim that was later addressed by Bareilly’s Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Desh Deepak Singh, who was present during the incident. ADM’s Statem...