Uttar Pradesh

Ayodhya (UP): A rare 233-year-old Sanskrit manuscript of the Valmiki Ramayana will now be housed at the Ram Katha Museum in Ayodhya. The Ministry of Culture described the donation as a historic cultural transfer that strengthens the preservation and global reach of India’s epic heritage. The manuscript, written by sage Valmiki and accompanied by the Maheshwar Tirtha commentary (Tattvadeepika), was presented by Shri Nivas Varkhedi, Vice-Chancellor of the Central Sanskrit University, to Mr. Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Executive Council of the Prime Minister’s Museum and Ram Katha Library. A Treasure from 1792According to the Ministry, the manuscript dates back to Vikram Samvat 1849 (1792 CE) and represents a rare and preserved textual tradition of the epic. It contains the five p...

Pratapgarh (UP): A health scare has emerged in Pratapgarh district jail after preliminary tests revealed that seven out of thirteen transgender inmates brought to the facility were HIV positive. All blood samples have been sent for confirmation, and the affected inmates are being kept separate from other prisoners as a precaution. The incident traces back to Achalpur locality, where a violent clash erupted between two transgender groups led by Misba and Anjali. Following the altercation on Sunday, police intervened, and Sub-Inspector Prashant Dubey filed a case against both groups, sending 13 transgender individuals to jail. One Male Among the InmatesUpon arrival at the jail, authorities anticipated further conflict between the two groups and placed them in separate barracks. A medic...

Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh: Tragedy struck on the Kanpur-Hamirpur-Sagar highway when a pregnant woman lost her unborn child after an ambulance carrying her was stuck in traffic for nearly five hours due to a massive jam. Details of the IncidentThe incident occurred on 20 January when a dumper and a truck loaded with limestone broke down on the Betwa Bridge, bringing traffic to a standstill. The congestion had initially started on 19 January at 9 AM when an empty dumper broke down on the same bridge. Vehicles were moving at a snail’s pace throughout the day. Police intervened to remove some of the limestone into the Betwa River and, with the help of a crane, cleared the trucks to resume traffic. However, many drivers parked their vehicles and slept overnight, worsening the congestion. Th...

Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh: Sharik Satha, the alleged mastermind behind the Sambhal violence on 24 November 2024, is once again in the spotlight as police continue their hunt for him. Currently hiding in Dubai, Satha is reportedly running his criminal network from abroad. Meanwhile, authorities have initiated the attachment of his properties following a court order. Criminal Profile and PropertiesSatha is considered one of India’s largest auto lifters. The police have already seized ₹2.31 crore worth of his property last year. Over the years, he and his gang have been booked under the Gangster Act and other laws. A 2009 investigation revealed that the gang purchased a 268-square-meter high-value plot in Turtipur Ilaha. This property was registered in the names of Satha’s wife, Gule Roshan, ...

Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh: The police have initiated action against Sharik Satha, the alleged mastermind behind the violence at Shahi Jama Masjid on 24 November 2024, as well as a notorious international vehicle thief. On Wednesday, authorities began attaching his movable and immovable properties following a court order. Flag March and Security DeploymentPrior to the property attachment, a special team had been formed under the SDM’s supervision. To maintain law and order, the police conducted a flag march in the area before proceeding to Satha’s residence in the Nakas police station jurisdiction. A heavy deployment of police personnel, including female officers, was present to ensure smooth execution of the operation. Authorities emphasized that the attachment was carried out strictly in ...

Saharanpur: In a tragic incident in Kaushik Vihar Colony, collector Amin Ashok Rathi fatally shot his mother, Vidyavati, his wife, Anjita, and their two sons, Kartik and Dev, on Monday night before taking his own life. Investigations reveal that Ashok had been struggling with depression for a prolonged period. Shocking details have also emerged about his past behavior. According to family sources, Ashok had previously attempted to kill his entire family a year ago by administering sleeping pills. Thankfully, everyone survived that incident. Reports also suggest that he had attempted suicide during the COVID-19 pandemic. Suspicious CircumstancesAnjita’s brother, Rahul, stated that the family members appeared to have been drugged or given sleeping pills before being shot, as all were f...

Lucknow: In a dramatic incident at the Lucknow High Court premises, three police officers faced disciplinary action for entering lawyer chambers without permission while attempting to apprehend a woman accused of cow smuggling, Amina Khatun. The police had set up a trap outside the High Court to catch the accused. However, Amina managed to evade their custody and entered the High Court premises. Acting on the information that she was inside a lawyer’s chamber, the officers followed her in. This led to a confrontation with the lawyers, who protested the unauthorized entry, resulting in a significant commotion. Following the incident, an FIR was lodged against the three officers, and two sub-inspectors and a constable were suspended. The IncidentLawyers were outraged as police entered ...

The notice was served to Govind Kumar, a resident of Rudamau village, for an alleged sum of ₹7,15,92,786. The notice demands details of his bank accounts and other financial documents. Govind Kumar, who earns his livelihood through daily wage labor and small-scale farming, expressed disbelief at the massive sum mentioned. On 13 January, the income tax team visited his residence to collect documents related to his bank accounts. Govind stated that he has been supporting his family through manual labor and farming, and is unable to understand the basis of such a huge notice. His parents, Ramchandra Kashyap and Kamla Devi, explained that Govind is a daily wage worker and their elder son runs a small cart business; the family owns very little land. Origin of the ConfusionGovind revealed ...

Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh: Aditya Singh has been appointed as the new Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) of Sambhal, replacing Vibhaanshu Sudhir, who served in the post for only three months. The Allahabad High Court recently issued transfer orders for several judicial officers, including changes in the CJM positions at Sambhal and Sitapur. Vibhaanshu Sudhir had gained attention for ordering the filing of reports against 20 police personnel, including ASP Anuj Chaudhary, in connection with the Sambhal violence case. Aditya Singh, who now assumes the CJM position, had previously issued the order for the Sambhal mosque survey. Background of Aditya SinghCurrently serving as Civil Judge (Senior Division) at the Chandusi Court in Sambhal, Aditya Singh also handled responsibilities at the MP-MLA...

Prayagraj: The controversy surrounding Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati at the Magh Mela shows no signs of abating. While the Shankaracharya is demanding an apology from mela officials, the issuance of a notice against him has further escalated tensions. In this matter, Rakesh Tikait, national spokesperson of the Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU), has expressed his support for the Shankaracharya. In a viral video, Tikait said, “Take Maharaj Ji around. If Shankaracharya Ji comes without taking a bath, it will be a sin, and the government will face the consequences. This is a dictatorial government. Cases will be filed against those who question this.” Magh Mela Administration Seeks Response Within 24 HoursEarlier, the Magh Mela administration issued a notice t...