Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow:The capital city of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow, has achieved a major milestone in urban waste management by becoming the state’s first ‘Zero Fresh Waste Dump’ city. With the commissioning of a new solid waste processing plant at Shivri, the Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) has ensured that all fresh waste generated daily in the city is scientifically processed, leaving no untreated waste to be dumped in the open. Municipal officials said this waste management model stands as a strong example of the circular economy, and is fast emerging as a source of inspiration for cities across India and abroad. Scientific Processing of 100% Urban Waste Lucknow, with a population of nearly 40 lakh and over 7.5 lakh commercial establishments, generates close to 2,000 metric tonnes of soli...

Mau, Uttar Pradesh:Mau Sadar MLA Abbas Ansari, representing the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP), was produced before the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Court in Mau on Wednesday in connection with a case related to the violation of the Model Code of Conduct during the 2022 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. The court framed charges against him under the Representation of the People Act, marking a significant development in the case. The case pertains to Crime No. 27/2022, registered at Dakshin Tola police station during the 2022 Assembly elections. Abbas Ansari was accused of violating election norms by allegedly taking out a roadshow without prior permission and using hired vehicles during election campaigning, in contravention of prescribed rules. Originally, charges were fil...

Noida: On the night of January 16, a tragic accident claimed the life of 27-year-old engineer Yuvraj Mehta when his car fell into a water-filled pit in Sector 150, Noida. Yuvraj struggled for nearly two hours, calling for help, but could not be rescued in time. Recalling the heartbreaking incident, Yuvraj’s father, Rajkumar Mehta, said he had been waiting to have dinner with his son that night. Yuvraj had called his father around 10:30 PM while returning home with friends from Gurgaon and assured him, “Dad, I’ll be home in half an hour; get ready, and we’ll have dinner together.” Tragically, Yuvraj never made it home. His friend, Pankaj, recounted that they had left Gurgaon at 9 PM, unaware that the night would end in such a tragedy. The car was recovered four days later by the NDRF ...

Bhadohi/Prayagraj: Dr. Praveen Togadia, senior leader of the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), expressed deep concern over the recent controversy surrounding the Sangam Snan in Prayagraj. Calling for Hindu unity, he emphasized that the slogan, “Hindus divided will suffer”, is not merely a chant but a timeless truth. The recent developments related to the Sangam Snan have sent ripples not only across Uttar Pradesh but throughout the country, unsettling the Hindu community. Speaking on the issue, Dr. Togadia described the controversy as deeply distressing and called upon Hindus to remain united and free from internal conflicts. “People across Uttar Pradesh, including journalists, have been asking me about the Prayag Sangam Snan incident. I am personally very saddened,” he said. “This is not...

Mathura: Panic has gripped the Sarafa market in Mathura after a trader allegedly absconded with silver worth several crores. The trader, identified as Dinesh Agrawal, reportedly borrowed large quantities of silver from multiple businessmen and also cheated ordinary citizens by collecting lakhs of rupees under the pretext of selling plots. Jyoti Sharma reports: The incident has left both prominent silver traders and local residents shaken. Dinesh Agrawal is accused of taking silver from various traders without making any payments before fleeing the city. Pradeep Khandelwal, a resident of Bairagpura, filed a police complaint stating that Agrawal took 14 kg of silver from him, valued at approximately ₹14.79 lakh. Similarly, Mahesh Garg of Saraswati Kund was allegedly cheated of ₹10 lakh un...

Prayagraj: The controversy over preventing Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati from taking part in ritual bathing at the Magh Mela has escalated. The Prayagraj Mela Administration had issued a notice to the Shankaracharya demanding a response within 24 hours. In a strong rebuttal, Swami Avimukteshwaranand has sent a legal notice to the administration, demanding the withdrawal of its earlier communication. The notice was sent through his advocate, Anjani Kumar Mishra, to the Vice-Chairperson of the Prayagraj Mela Authority. The notice describes the administration’s action as not only insulting but also an affront to the authority of the Supreme Court. It asserts that the entire matter regarding the Shankaracharya’s position is currently sub judice in the Supreme Court. “Int...

Kanpur: A shocking incident has come to light in Ghatampur, Kanpur, where a 9-year-old girl was found hanging in a room, raising questions of murder or suicide. The police have launched a detailed investigation into the matter. Incident Discovered by College Watchman The child’s body was found in the premises of a degree college by the watchman, who immediately informed the police. The college is currently closed. The girl, who lived with her grandmother, was discovered hanging from a makeshift noose in a room within the college campus. Forensic teams have collected evidence, and the body has been sent for post-mortem. Child Lived with Grandmother According to Manjeet, the father of the girl, his daughter, born from his wife Laxmi’s first marriage, was living happily with her g...

Ayodhya/Lucknow: Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, the president of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, has experienced a sudden decline in his health and has been referred to Medanta Hospital, Lucknow for specialized treatment. Reported by V.N. Das from Ayodhya, the spiritual leader, who also heads the Maniram Chhawni monastery, had not eaten anything for the past 36 hours. Due to persistent vomiting and diarrhea, his condition worsened, prompting immediate medical attention. He was initially examined by retired Dr. S.K. Pathak at Shri Ram Hospital, Ayodhya. Seeing no significant improvement, doctors advised transferring him to Medanta Hospital for further treatment under expert supervision. Mahant Kamalnayan Das, successor of the Maniram Chhawni monastery, accompanied Mahant Nrit...

Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh: The Sambhal police have intensified action against Sharik Satha, the mastermind behind the Sambhal violence and a notorious gangster, with a court-ordered seizure of his illegal property. Early Wednesday, a heavy police contingent from five local stations was deployed in the Nakhas area of Sambhal, reaching Satha’s residence in Mohalla Hindupura Kheda Pajya. The authorities publicly announced the seizure by beating drums in the area. Officials present included ASP North Kuldeep Singh, Asmoli CO Kuldeep Kumar, Sambhal Tehsildar Dhirendra Pratap Singh, and several revenue officers. The operation turned the locality into a fortified zone. Kingpin of Auto Theft Gang Sharik Satha is considered one of India’s largest auto theft operators, with 69 cases registered...