Uttar Pradesh

In Meghrajpur village of Devband, the lifeless body of 14-year-old ninth-grade student Mayank, from a Scheduled Caste family, was discovered on the railway tracks just 300 meters from his home. His family has accused five villagers of involvement in the brutal killing. Stabbed and Left on TracksAccording to the police, Mayank was allegedly attacked late Wednesday night after receiving a phone call that lured him outside his home. Family members said that as soon as he stepped out, a group of individuals lying in wait assaulted him. When his cries were heard, the family rushed outside, but Mayank was nowhere to be found. His body was later discovered on the railway tracks near his home. The postmortem revealed deep stab wounds on his abdomen and severe injuries to his head, indicating...

Muzaffarnagar, UP: The Muzaffarnagar Police have uncovered a major international human trafficking and cyber fraud network that was sending Indian youth to Cambodia under the pretext of attractive jobs, only to force them into cyber slavery. Two members of the gang have been arrested, while the main mastermind remains at large. How the Gang OperatedAccording to the complaint filed by Shahabuddin from Tawali village, his son Wasim, along with several other young men, was lured to Cambodia with promises of high-paying computer operator jobs. Upon arrival, their passports were confiscated, and they were handed over to cyber criminals linked to China and Pakistan. The victims were coerced into conducting cyber fraud targeting Indian citizens and were subjected to mental and physical abuse, ...

Baghpat, UP: The Baghpat Cyber Police have arrested two fraudsters, Naved and Bhura, who conducted a massive nationwide scam, targeting over 1,000 people across Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Punjab, and other states. The duo posed as Hindu individuals and tricked families by promising marriage alliances with boys allegedly holding government jobs. How the Scam OperatedBoth accused, who have educational qualifications only up to 5th and 8th grade, used fake identities and documents to stay in hotels under Hindu names. They lured victims by advertising matrimonial alliances on social media and websites, claiming that prospective grooms were doctors, engineers, or employed in the Air Force. Once contact was established, they fabricated emergencies—such as a staged road accident—to extort money fro...

Mathura:A shocking incident of child abduction has exposed serious lapses in security at Mathura Junction railway station, where a five-year-old boy was kidnapped in broad daylight by a stranger who fled aboard a shuttle train, leaving the child’s mother screaming for help. The incident occurred when Reshma, a resident of Vrindavan, arrived at the station with her three children—two sons and a daughter—to travel to her parental home in Agra. According to the complaint, a young man approached her at the ticket counter and handed her money, asking her to purchase a ticket for him as well. After collecting the tickets, Reshma moved to Platform No. 1, unaware that the man had begun closely following her family. Child Separated as Part of a Planned Act As the train was yet to arrive, R...

Etawah:Etawah police have arrested well-known YouTuber Ashwi Yadav, along with her sister Neetu Yadav and brother Shivam Yadav, in connection with an alleged assault and vandalism incident at a grocery shop that took place nearly three months ago. Ashwi Yadav, who is widely known for her dance reels, has a massive following across social media platforms. The incident dates back to September 29, 2025, when the trio allegedly created a ruckus at a grocery store located at Vijay Nagar crossing. According to the complaint, Shivam Yadav picked up goods from the shop but refused to pay. When the shopkeeper objected, he reportedly called his sisters to the spot. The shop owner, Shivchand, alleged that Ashwi Yadav and Neetu Yadav supported their brother, verbally abused him, assaulted him an...

Jhansi:A dramatic incident involving a married couple and an alleged lover came to light in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, after a husband reached a hotel with police and found his wife in a room with another man. The episode led to a heated confrontation in the presence of police personnel. According to the husband, a resident of Simaraha village, he married his wife three years ago. However, marital discord began soon after the wedding, and disputes between the couple have continued for nearly two years. The woman had also filed a case against her husband earlier. Although police intervention once led to a compromise, tensions resurfaced within a month, following which the couple started living separately. The husband alleged that his wife, who works at a school, was in a relationship with...

Unnao, January 15, 2026: In an extraordinary event in Bichpari village of Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, villagers discovered a golden-hued statue of Khatu Shyam beneath a Peepal tree, following repeated dreams experienced by a local resident. According to the resident, Ajay Pal, he had been having vivid dreams of Khatu Shyam for the past 25 days, in which the deity reportedly urged him to “take us out and install us.” Initially dismissing the visions, Ajay Pal was compelled to act when the dreams began affecting his sleep. Following the directions from his dreams, Ajay Pal conducted a small excavation under the Peepal tree and uncovered a finely crafted statue of Khatu Shyam. The villagers immediately constructed a base using bricks at the site and installed the statue, commencing rituals an...

Mathura: Premananda Maharaj of Vrindavan has clarified a common dilemma faced by working professionals: Should one prioritize devotion or family responsibilities? Speaking to a devotee, Maharaj emphasized that true devotion lies in fulfilling one’s duties and dedicating all actions to God, highlighting the significance of “Krishnarpanamastu”—offering one’s work to Lord Krishna. A devotee asked Maharaj, “If we devote the entire day to spiritual practices while our children or family are neglected, is that true devotion?” The saint’s reply was both practical and profound: “Which devotion requires your children to suffer? Is staying idle true devotion? No. Work—whether farming, business, or a job—while remembering ‘Ram-Ram’ or ‘Radha-Radha,’ is itself worship when done sincerely. Dedicate ...

Noida, Uttar Pradesh: A serious case of sexual assault has come to light in a hotel in Greater Noida, where a young woman from Delhi alleges that a local man raped her after promising to marry her. Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation. According to authorities, the victim resides in Delhi’s Jaitpur area and filed a complaint at the local police station. The case has now been transferred to the Noida police for further investigation. The victim told the police that she met the accused, a resident of Bisrakh area in Greater Noida, about a year ago while working at a private company in Noida. The two initially developed a friendship, which later turned into a romantic relationship. The woman alleges that the accused lured her to a hotel in Mamura village, Sect...

Agra: The 371st Urs of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan commenced at the Taj Mahal on Thursday, marked by the traditional Ghusl ceremony, where sandalwood paste is applied to the tombs. For the duration of the Urs, the actual tombs of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal in the main dome’s underground chamber have been opened to visitors, a rare occasion limited to this three-day event. The ceremony began with the Ghusl ritual, followed by the offering of floral sheets by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and the Urs Committee. Tourists and devotees will be able to view the tombs during the Urs only. On the first and second days, entry will be available from 2 PM onwards, while on the third day, visitors will have free access from morning to evening. The Urs will conclude on 17 January with t...