Uttar Pradesh

A surprising incident from Rampur district in Uttar Pradesh has left an entire village stunned after a newly married bride gave birth to a baby girl within just six hours of her wedding. The incident took place in a village under the Azimnagar police station area, where a young couple, reportedly in a long-standing relationship, got married with the consent of both families on Saturday. Following the wedding ceremony, the bride arrived at her in-laws’ home late in the evening. According to family members, around midnight, the bride began experiencing severe abdominal pain. Initially, the family assumed the discomfort was due to exhaustion after the wedding rituals. However, as her condition worsened, a female doctor was called to the house. After examination, the doctor informed t...

In a significant development in the Noida BTech student suicide case, police have arrested two hostel wardens following allegations of physical assault and harassment by the hostel management. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and protests in the area. The deceased student, Udit Soni, a native of Mauranipur in Jhansi district, was pursuing a BTech degree at Galgotias University and was residing at EZ Hostel in Knowledge Park, Noida. According to the complaint filed by his father, Vijay Soni, Udit was allegedly assaulted by hostel staff on Friday night. As per the allegations, Udit returned to the hostel around 10:00 PM along with two of his friends. The hostel management accused them of late entry and consuming alcohol, imposed a fine of ₹10,000, and allegedly subjected Udi...

Ayodhya: Security has been significantly tightened across Ayodhya district on the occasion of Republic Day, with authorities placing the holy city on high alert amid an unprecedented influx of devotees visiting the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. Intensive checking is being carried out at all major entry points, and security agencies are maintaining close surveillance to prevent any untoward incident. Senior Superintendent of Police Dr Gaurav Grover said that vehicles arriving from outside the district are undergoing thorough inspections, while luggage carried by pilgrims and travellers is being meticulously checked. As part of heightened vigilance, police are also verifying the credentials of street vendors, roadside shopkeepers and cart owners, including Aadhaar-based identity checks. Heav...

Lucknow/Varanasi: The spirit of Republic Day 2026 shone brightly across Uttar Pradesh as the state’s sons and daughters received some of the country’s highest civilian and gallantry honours. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, an officer of the Indian Air Force and India’s second astronaut, has been awarded the Ashok Chakra, the nation’s highest peacetime gallantry award. Meanwhile, legendary violinist Professor N. Rajam of Varanasi has been conferred with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan for her outstanding contribution to Indian classical music. The announcements were made on the eve of Republic Day, and the awards were formally presented during the national समारोह on Monday. President Droupadi Murmu also approved gallantry awards for 70 personnel of the Armed Forces and announced 982 pol...

Meerut: In a strong action against the growing menace of fake VIP culture, Meerut Police arrested Aakash Sansanwal, fiancé of social media influencer Anjali Arora—popularly known for the viral ‘Kacha Badam’ trend—along with four others near the Kashi Toll Plaza on the Meerut–Delhi Expressway on Republic Day. The police also seized multiple luxury vehicles bearing fake MP and MLA stickers. According to SP City Ayush Vikram Singh, routine vehicle checking was underway on Sunday when police noticed a Scorpio SUV displaying a legislator’s sticker. Upon stopping the vehicle, officers found that the sticker was fake and unauthorised. The occupant was identified as Aakash Sansanwal, a resident of Katwaria Sarai, Kishangarh area in Delhi. Preliminary investigation revealed that Sansanwal was...

Lucknow: The spirit of history came alive on the streets of Lucknow ahead of Republic Day as the Awadh Heritage Car Club organised a grand Vintage Car Rally, offering residents a glimpse into the golden era of automobile engineering. The rally commenced from Lohia Park and concluded at Paper Mill Colony, drawing enthusiastic crowds along the route. The undisputed highlight of the rally was a rare 1923 Austin 7 Chummy, owned by Dr. A.P. Maheshwari, which captivated onlookers with its timeless charm. At 103 years old, the vehicle is considered a moving document of automotive history. Dr. Maheshwari explained that the car was manufactured by the Austin Motor Company, founded in 1905, and played a significant role in shaping the global automobile industry. “The world’s first BMW car (Dix...

Shajapur (Madhya Pradesh): A major train accident was narrowly avoided near Maksi railway station on Saturday when a rail track broke, causing a freight train traveling from Ujjain to Guna to derail. Several train coaches went off the track, splitting the train into two sections. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. According to railway officials, the accident occurred when a rail track near Maksi station fractured, destabilizing the train. The incident caused immediate disruption of rail traffic in both directions. Teams from the railway department rushed to the site to assess the situation and begin relief and repair work. Khemraj Meena, PRO of the railway department, stated that a team of technical experts has been dispatched from Ujjain to investigate the cause of the accide...

Lucknow/Sultanpur: A political stir has erupted in Uttar Pradesh following the alleged disrespect toward Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati. The issue, touching upon religious sentiments and Sanatan traditions, has escalated into a poster campaign from Lucknow to Sultanpur. On Saturday, Congress leader Sharad Shukla put up hoardings outside party offices, expressing strong condemnation of the alleged incident and questioning the BJP government’s claims of respecting Sanatan traditions. The posters cited religious and moral references, including verses from the Manusmriti and Ramcharitmanas, warning that those who disrespect gurus or Vedic scholars face severe consequences. In Sultanpur, a similar poster campaign was launched near the district collectorate by ...

Sitapur: A tragic accident occurred in the Ramkot police station area, about 22 kilometers from Sitapur, when a speeding vehicle collided with a motorcycle carrying two young men. The impact was so severe that the motorcycle’s fuel tank burst into flames, engulfing one of the riders. The deceased has been identified as Gaurav Tiwari (21), while his friend, Siyaraj (23), sustained serious burn injuries. Both were reportedly heading to a factory for their night shift when the accident occurred. Gaurav’s father mentioned that Gaurav had purchased the new motorcycle during Diwali specifically to commute to work. According to reports, both young men were residents of Nai Basti in the Mishrikh police station area. On Friday evening, around 9 PM, near Raypur village in the Ramkot area, an u...

Hathras, Uttar Pradesh: A deeply disturbing case has come to light in Hathras, where a 15-year-old minor girl became five months pregnant after being sexually assaulted by her own brother. The girl’s mother, a widow, took her to the hospital after she complained of severe abdominal pain. Medical examination confirmed the pregnancy, leaving the mother shocked. She has now approached the Hathras Superintendent of Police (SP), demanding strict action against the accused. Incident Details The victim, a Class 10 student, resides in a village under Mursan police station. In July, the son of her paternal aunt, a resident of Sikandrabad in Bulandshahr district, stayed at her home. According to the victim’s mother, the accused sexually assaulted her daughter repeatedly over three to four days...