Uttar Pradesh

Vrindavan (Mathura): Swami Shri Ramkrishnacharya Maharaj, the revered spiritual leader from Nepal, recently met Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan. Representing all Sanatan Hindus of Nepal, Swamiji offered his respects and wished for the long life and wellbeing of Premanand Maharaj. Swami Shri Ramkrishnacharya is a prominent spiritual guru and one of the leading saints of the Ramanand Sampradaya. He serves as the Peethadhishwar of Shri Ramtarak Brahmpith in Varahakshetra, Chatradhham (Sunsari), Nepal, and is widely known as “Mahayogi Siddh Baba.” Swamiji has led monumental religious events in Nepal, including the Hanumad Mahayagya, where one billion mantras were chanted and millions of offerings were pledged. Through such initiatives, he has played a pivotal role in the preservation and ...

Greater Noida/Noida: In a shocking incident at a high-rise society in Noida, a thief wearing a helmet tried to snatch a chain from an elderly woman inside a lift. The woman raised an alarm, forcing the criminal to flee after pushing her. CCTV footage of the attempted robbery has gone viral on social media, sparking outrage and leading to strict action against police officials. Senior Police Officials RemovedNoida Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh has suspended ACP Diksha Singh of Central Noida and SHO Manoj Singh of Bisrakh Police Station. The decision came after a review of law-and-order lapses and failure to control crime in their jurisdictions. Details of the IncidentThe incident took place four days ago at La Residencia Society, Tower B-1, No. 15. Bharati Jani, accompanied by her d...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: A nurse at King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow, has been dismissed following the death of a child, after an investigation revealed negligence on her part. The action comes after the hospital administration’s inquiry confirmed serious lapses in the nurse’s conduct, prompting the termination of her services. The committee also recommended canceling her registration with the Nursing Council. The Incident The case involves 12-year-old Sejal Verma, who suffered from a severe bone-related disorder. Despite consulting multiple doctors at various hospitals, no effective treatment was found. Ultimately, Sejal was admitted to KGMU, where doctors diagnosed her with femoral deficiency, a congenital condition in which the upper portion of the thigh bone is und...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: A surprising incident has emerged from the State Disaster Relief Force (SDRF) headquarters in Lucknow, where a guard was issued a notice for plucking and eating a guava from a tree on the premises. The constable’s explanation for his action has left officials astounded and sparked widespread discussion at the departmental level. The Incident The case involves a guard stationed at the SDRF headquarters during his duty, who plucked a guava from a tree within the command house premises. When the matter came to the attention of senior officers, it was deemed a breach of discipline. A formal notice was issued asking the guard to provide a written explanation for taking the fruit without permission, as this is considered a violation of departmental rules. Officials ...

Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh: Speaking at a youth dialogue conference organized by the Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) in a local banquet hall, national spokesperson Rakesh Tikait delivered a clear and firm message to young farmer leaders. He expressed his displeasure over the recent trend of short, three-hour sit-in protests, emphasizing that these do not constitute a true “dharna.” Dharna Is About Commitment, Not Hours Tikait clarified the distinction between various forms of protest such as dharna, demonstrations, panchayats, mahapanchayats, and meetings, explaining that each has its own purpose and significance. He criticized young leaders for calling brief three-hour gatherings “dharna,” stating: “A real dharna is a last-resort action, where one leaves home with bedrolls and stay...

Mau, Uttar Pradesh: Abbas Ansari, the MLA from Mau, has received relief from the Supreme Court of India, which granted him regular bail in a case registered under the Gangster Act. The Supreme Court, while granting the bail, imposed certain conditions. Abbas Ansari is required to comply with all the terms that were in place when he was initially granted interim bail. Along with the regular bail, the court has allowed him to travel outside Uttar Pradesh, provided he informs both the trial court and the local police beforehand. To seek permission for travel, the MLA must share his contact details and the specifics of his intended itinerary with the authorities. Only after fulfilling these formalities will he be permitted to leave the state. This development comes as a significant re...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Residents of Uttar Pradesh will now find it significantly easier and cheaper to get a new electricity connection, thanks to the latest rate revisions by the Power Corporation. Effective from January 11, the cost of new 1 kW and 2 kW connections has been nearly halved, and security deposits for prepaid connections will no longer be collected. According to the new Cost Data Book issued by the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) on December 31, 2025, and implemented by electricity companies by January 12, the revised charges bring substantial relief to consumers. Previously, a 1 kW connection cost ₹6,400; under the new rates, the same connection will cost only ₹3,198. Single-phase smart meters are now priced at ₹2,800, while three-phase smart met...

Hathras, Uttar Pradesh: A heart-wrenching incident has shocked the residents of Hathras, as a four-month-old baby girl tragically died after milk accidentally entered her windpipe while she was sleeping in her mother’s lap. According to reports, the infant, named Aqsa, daughter of Shakeel from the village of Tafra in the Sadar Kotwali area, had been fed milk by her mother at night. After feeding, she fell asleep normally in her mother’s arms. However, within a few hours, her condition suddenly worsened, and she began struggling to breathe. Alarmed, her family rushed her to the district hospital, where doctors declared the baby dead. The family is devastated by the sudden loss. “We could not believe that our healthy baby would pass away so quickly,” said a relative. Medical Finding...

Kanpur, UP: Tensions erupted in Bilhaur town, Kanpur, after cattle carcasses were discovered in a tin-shed adjacent to a cemetery wall behind a guesthouse, sparking protests by Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal activists. The incident, captured on video and circulated widely on social media, prompted a massive response from law enforcement. According to police officials, the carcasses were found on Monday evening in the field belonging to a local resident, Shakir, near the cemetery wall. Following the viral video, VHP and Bajrang Dal members accused the field owner and another local, Rehman Qureshi, of cow slaughter, raising slogans and creating a disturbance. Senior officials, including Joint Police Commissioner Ashutosh Kumar, SDM Sanjeev Kumar Dixit, ADC P Kapil Dev Singh, ...