Uttar Pradesh

In a major infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening Uttar Pradesh’s expressway network, work has begun on a 74.3-kilometer link expressway connecting the Ganga Expressway with the Yamuna Expressway. The ambitious project will pass through 56 villages across Gautam Buddh Nagar and Bulandshahr districts, with an estimated cost of ₹4,000 crore. Project Details and Land Acquisition According to R.K. Singh, CEO of Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), 16 villages within the YEIDA jurisdiction, covering approximately 740 acres, will be acquired to construct this 20-kilometer section, which includes around 9 km of elevated expressway. The land acquisition process is expected to begin in January 2026. The Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority...

At least four people were killed and more than 33 others injured in a devastating multi-vehicle collision on the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura district late Monday night. The accident occurred around 2 a.m. amid dense fog near milestone number 125, close to Khaderha village under the Baldev police station area. According to officials, multiple vehicles travelling at high speed from Agra towards Noida rammed into each other due to near-zero visibility caused by heavy fog. The chain collision involved seven buses and two to three cars, several of which caught fire moments after the crash. The blaze spread rapidly, engulfing the vehicles and trapping some passengers inside. Authorities have confirmed that four passengers were burnt to death in the incident. While two of the deceased have...

Tensions flared at the Kanpur Institute of Technology (KIT) on Monday evening as angry students staged a violent protest over the institute’s autonomous status, leading to large-scale vandalism and the setting ablaze of a newly constructed conference room on the campus. Prompt action by the college administration prevented the fire from spreading further. The protest, which had been simmering for over a week, took an aggressive turn as students accused the institute of misleading them during admissions for the 2024–25 academic session by claiming autonomous status. According to the students, this led to higher fees being charged compared to non-autonomous colleges, while academic processes remained unclear and inconsistent with university norms. Eyewitnesses reported chaos on campus ...

Sonbhadra: A chilling and tragic incident has shaken Majhigawan Ghorawal village in Uttar Pradesh’s Sonbhadra district, where a 36-year-old woman lost her life in a horrific farming accident. The incident occurred during paddy processing, when the woman was caught in a tractor-mounted fan, resulting in her instant death on the spot. The tragedy unfolded in full view of her family members, leaving the entire village in shock. Accident During Paddy Processing According to local sources, residents Bhuvneshwar Patel and Suresh Prajapati were engaged in paddy winnowing (dhan osai) using a tractor-fitted fan. During the operation, Manju Devi, wife of Suresh Prajapati, was assisting her husband by feeding paddy into the airflow. In a moment of fatal negligence, Manju Devi’s saree got ent...

Ghaziabad: The exposure of a fake medicines manufacturing unit in Loni, Ghaziabad, has raised serious questions about the functioning and preparedness of the local Drug Control Department. Ironically, while the department continued its routine surveillance, it was the Delhi Police Crime Branch that cracked the case, uncovering a well-established illegal network operating for a long time. Long-Running Racket, But No Local Detection According to officials, the counterfeit drug network dismantled in Loni had been active for months, if not longer. Despite this, the Ghaziabad Drug Department failed to trace the operation, highlighting glaring gaps in its monitoring mechanism and intelligence capabilities. The fact that an external agency had to intervene has triggered criticism of the ...

Gorakhpur: A heart-wrenching incident has shaken Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, where a woman and two young girls were hit by a speeding train while crossing railway tracks. The accident claimed the lives of two people on the spot, while one minor girl is battling for her life in hospital. The tragedy has plunged the entire neighbourhood into deep mourning. According to police and local sources, 32-year-old Savita Yadav, a resident of Uttari Humayunpur under Kotwali police station area, was heading to the market on Sunday evening. She was accompanied by two neighbouring girls—eight-year-old Siya Yadav and seven-year-old Kanak Kumari—after promising to buy them chocolates. Locals said Savita was well-known in the area and often took children along with her, as they shared a close bond with he...

Unnao, 15 December 2025: A shocking incident of a love-triangle-related murder has come to light in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh. A young man, in a dispute over a romantic relationship, allegedly conspired with his friends to kill his rival. According to reports, 22-year-old Sudhir, a resident of Baliyakheda village in Achalganj police station area, went missing on 12 December while riding a bike with his friend Ranjit. Concerned about his disappearance, Sudhir’s family reported it to the police. The bike was later found abandoned, raising further concern. On Sunday, local villagers discovered a body concealed under bushes and immediately informed the police. The deceased was identified as Sudhir. Initial examination revealed rope marks around his neck and blood on his face, indicating a pos...

Greater Noida: Once again, the menace of stray dogs has put residents on edge in Greater Noida. On Monday morning, at Shiv Shakti Apartments in Sector MU‑2, a group of stray dogs attacked an elderly woman who was taking her morning walk in the park, leaving her injured. The dogs reportedly bit her leg severely, causing significant wounds. According to residents, the woman’s cries alerted bystanders, who rushed to her aid and managed to rescue her from the attacking dogs. The incident has sparked concern among locals, who claim that despite multiple such attacks in the past, authorities have yet to take concrete action to control the stray dog population. Park Walk Turns Dangerous The elderly woman had gone to the society park for her routine morning walk when several stray dogs su...

Ayodhya: Dr. Ramvilas Vedanti, a senior BJP leader, former Member of Parliament, and one of the prominent figures in the Ram Temple movement, passed away on Monday. His health had suddenly deteriorated on Sunday, and he was admitted to a super-specialty hospital in critical condition. His demise has sent waves of grief among leaders associated with the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. Dr. Vedanti, born on 7 October 1958, was actively involved in the Ram Temple movement from its early days. A respected Hindu religious leader, he served as a member of the 12th Lok Sabha, representing the Pratapgarh constituency of Uttar Pradesh on a BJP ticket. He was also a member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Political Journey and Historic WinsBreaking the stronghold of royal and politic...

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Known as the heart of Lucknow, Hazratganj is more than just a bustling commercial hub—it is a living testament to the city’s rich cultural and Nawabi heritage. With a history spanning over 200 years, this iconic locality reflects the elegance, refinement, and architectural grandeur of Lucknow’s bygone era. The Origins of Hazratganj Hazratganj’s roots trace back to 1810 when Nawab Saadat Ali Khan, the sixth ruler of Awadh (reign: 1798–1814), developed the area to connect Dilkusha to the Residency. Initially, the area housed an grain market at Kotwali, flanked by tamarind trees, and featured a mile-long road with commercial and residential buildings on both sides. Later, in 1827, Nawab Nasir-ud-din Haider Shah established markets like the China Bazaar and Cap...