Uttar Pradesh

Meerut: Tensions escalated in Kapsad village, Meerut, following the brutal murder of 45-year-old Sunita and the abduction of her 20-year-old daughter Ruby. The incident has triggered widespread outrage across the village. Sit-in by SP MLA Atul PradhanIn the wake of the tragedy, Samajwadi Party leaders attempted to enter the village on Friday but were stopped by a heavy police presence and barricades. Frustrated, SP MLA Atul Pradhan staged a sit-in, demanding access to the village to console the bereaved family. During the confrontation, the MLA clashed with police officers, insisting that he be allowed to meet the victims. Speaking to the media, Pradhan said, “A daughter has been abducted, and her mother has been brutally murdered. Criminal activities are ongoing, yet we are being de...

Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh: Three Home Guard personnel assigned to the security of SDM Alok Prasad in Mahsi tehsil had lodged serious allegations against him, claiming that he used casteist slurs, physically harassed them, and threatened their lives. The complainants—Rajaram Shukla, Ramakant Mishra, and Ram Kumar Tiwari—submitted written complaints to their senior officials, demanding strict action against the SDM. However, an official investigation ordered by DM Akshay Tripathi has found the allegations to be baseless. Authorities stated that the complainants failed to provide any concrete evidence or factual support for their claims. The Home Guards had alleged that the SDM verbally abused a differently-abled person during duty hours and forced the complainants to perform physical exe...

Kedarnath, Uttarakhand: The Uttarakhand government is moving ahead with ambitious plans to make the pilgrimage to Kedarnath Dham safer and more accessible for devotees. Religious tourism is a key driver of employment and income in the state, and with millions of pilgrims visiting each year, improving infrastructure has become a priority. Twin-Tube Tunnel Project: A 7-kilometer twin-tube tunnel is planned between Choumasi and Sonprayag near Kalimath. Once completed, it will provide dual connectivity to Sonprayag, serving as an alternate route and an emergency exit during adverse weather conditions or unforeseen situations. The project is expected to take four to five years, and authorities are also studying a dedicated pedestrian passage to enhance last-mile connectivity for pilgrims. ...

Unnao: A 9th-grade student in Unnao caused a major scare when he claimed he had been abducted by two men on a motorcycle while on his way home from school. According to the boy, he narrowly escaped the alleged kidnappers, leaving his school bag behind, sparking panic among his family and prompting immediate police action. However, the truth emerged within hours, leaving everyone astonished. The student, identified as Anmol, son of Ranjit from Lodhi Kheda village, admitted during police questioning that the story was entirely fabricated. The boy had received money from home to pay his school fees, but he spent some of it on a New Year party with friends. Fearing his parents’ reaction, he concocted the kidnapping story. His school bag, hidden near a primary school in Dhaukalpur, was re...

Kanpur, January 9, 2026: In a disturbing incident from Kidwai Nagar, Kanpur, a 10th-grade student has accused her coaching centre owner of sexually assaulting her for over a month. The accused allegedly threatened both the girl and her family, forcing her to stay silent and causing her to fall into depression. Details of the CaseThe victim, a student of a local school in Kidwai Nagar, attended classes at Bright Institute, run by Devendra Patel, who also serves as a teacher at her school. According to the victim’s father, the abuse began in December 2025. Whenever she resisted, Patel allegedly threatened to kill her family and ruin her life, compelling her to remain silent. The incident came to light on Thursday morning when the girl refused to go to coaching. Upon repeated questionin...

Mathura, January 9, 2026: In a tense incident in Vrindavan, Mathura, Hindu organisations created a commotion after a Muslim youth was found with a Hindu girl in a hotel room near Prem Mandir. Police intervened, breaking the hotel room lock and taking both individuals into custody. Details of the IncidentAccording to reports, Kaif Mohammad (21), a resident of Karol Bagh, Delhi, visited Vrindavan on January 5 with a Hindu girl from Nehru Nagar, Delhi. They were staying at a hotel near Prem Mandir when information reached local Hindu groups, including Bajrang Dal, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), and Karni Sena, prompting a large gathering at the hotel. Police deployed significant forces to control the situation. After facing resistance from the protesting groups and finding the hotel room ...

Meerut: Tensions are escalating in Kapsad village of Meerut following the brutal murder of 45-year-old Sunita and the abduction of her 20-year-old daughter, Ruby. Ruby belongs to the Dalit community, while the accused are reportedly from the Rajput (Thakur) community, adding a communal dimension to the tragedy. Shock and Outrage Grip the Village The incident, which occurred in the Thakur-dominated Kapsad village, has severely disrupted the social balance, creating a tense and volatile environment. The bereaved family has announced that they will not perform the funeral rites until Ruby is safely returned. This stance has heightened administrative concerns, as villagers stayed awake late into the night, discussing the incident in every lane and courtyard. Anger is particularly visi...

Mathura, Uttar Pradesh: In a sensational case from Mathura, a bank employee, Priyanka, was forcibly abducted by her own parents after four years of marriage, apparently in protest against her love marriage. The entire incident was captured on CCTV, which is now aiding police in their investigation. Victim and BackgroundPriyanka, originally from Banaskantha district, Gujarat, married Ravinder Singh of Mathura four years ago. She currently works at ICICI Bank’s Bhuteshwar branch, while her husband is employed at the Kosikalan branch. Priyanka’s family had consistently pressured her to leave her husband and return home, opposing the inter-state love marriage. Previous Threats and Latest AbductionAccording to the victim’s husband, Ravinder Singh, Priyanka’s parents had previously visited...

Mathura, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking development that has raised questions over police integrity, a Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) personnel has been arrested for his involvement in the loot of a silver trader from Hathras in Mathura. The accused, identified as Lakhmi, was apprehended while posted in Agra. Authorities recovered 474 grams of silver and ₹8,000 cash from him. Incident DetailsAccording to Mathura SSP Shlok Kumar, the incident occurred on 6 January near Dauli Pyau in the Kotwali police station area. The silver trader, a resident of Hathras, was returning from a train coming from Chhindwara when a Baleno car arrived at the station. Two men in uniform, along with another accomplice, attempted to loot the trader, falsely accusing him of involvement in drugs. When the trad...

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh: The abduction of a young woman, Ruby, and the brutal murder of her mother, Sunita, in Kapsad village, Meerut, has left the area in a state of shock and heightened tension. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, SSP/DIG Dr. Vipin Tada has personally taken charge of the investigation, forming a large task force of 200 police personnel divided into 10 teams. The force includes SWAT units, surveillance teams, local police stations, and senior officers. Authorities fear the main accused may have fled the state, prompting raids in western Uttar Pradesh as well as neighboring Delhi and Haryana. Political Reactions IntensifyThe incident has triggered strong political reactions. Former Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav questioned law and order on social media, while Mayawat...