Uttar Pradesh

A heavy silence surrounds a flat in Vasundhara’s Sector-15, where just days ago the laughter of children echoed through the corridors. Today, the doors and windows of House No. 986 remain tightly shut. The tragic loss of Vinod Kumar and his three sisters-in-law in the Goa nightclub fire has plunged the entire locality into grief. Eight-year-old Anayas and 13-year-old Reyansh are still in shock, struggling to comprehend that their father will never return. Known for his helpful nature and active participation in community work, Vinod’s absence is deeply felt by every resident. Four Family Members Killed in Goa Fire Vinod Kumar, his wife, and three sisters-in-law had travelled to Goa for a vacation. On the night of December 4, a massive fire broke out at a nightclub in Arpora. Amid ...

The quiet of Shamli’s Bhesani forest was shattered early Tuesday morning as gunfire echoed through the area. In a major breakthrough for Uttar Pradesh Police, ₹50,000-rewarded most-wanted dacoit Samayadeen alias Sama was killed in an encounter. Sama was a dreaded criminal whose activities had spread fear across Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana, where he faced over 23 criminal cases, including robbery, loot, illegal arms possession, and murder. Plotting a Major Crime in the Forest According to police, Sama and his five associates were camping near a brick kiln in Bhesani forest and allegedly plotting a major crime. Acting on intelligence inputs, multiple police teams cordoned off the area and ordered the gang to surrender. Instead, the criminals opened fire and attempted to esc...

A long-standing dispute over a house in Bazarija Chowk, Makbara Diggi, escalated into violent clashes late Monday night, leaving nine people injured and the area tense. Shockingly, both the local police inspector and the outpost in-charge were allegedly found drunk while on duty, prompting swift action from senior officials. House Dispute Turns Violent According to reports, Naushad recently purchased a house from Mobin, a property that Shamim claims belongs to the Waqf Board. The disagreement had been simmering for days, with heated arguments earlier on Monday evening. However, matters spiraled out of control around midnight when both groups confronted each other again. Within minutes, the argument escalated into chaos. Stones were pelted from both sides, and empty liquor bottles ...

The Supreme Court on Monday sharply criticised the Allahabad High Court for its controversial observation in a 2021 attempt-to-rape case, calling the remarks “highly insensitive” and capable of having a “chilling effect” on survivors of sexual violence. A Bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant said such judicial comments can pressure victims into withdrawing complaints or giving compromised statements. The High Court had ruled in March that “touching a girl’s private parts, breaking the drawstring of her pyjamas, and attempting to drag her under a culvert” did not amount to an attempt to rape. Justice Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra had diluted the charges, removing IPC Section 376 (rape attempt) and relevant POCSO provisions, and directed that the accused be tried only under lighter secti...

Noida: A tragic incident occurred at Supertech Cape Town Society in Sector-74, Noida, where a woman fell from the 16th floor under mysterious circumstances, leading to her death. The woman, identified as Priyanka Tiwari, was rushed to a private hospital in critical condition but was declared dead on arrival. No complaint has yet been filed by her family. Incident DetailsPriyanka Tiwari resided in the society with her husband, Krishna Kumar, who works as an engineer. On Sunday night, she reportedly went out onto the balcony from her room and fell to the ground. The society’s security personnel immediately informed both the family and the police. Priyanka sustained severe head injuries, which resulted in heavy bleeding and ultimately her death. Police Investigation UnderwayPolice from ...

Lucknow: During a special discussion in the Lok Sabha on Vande Mataram, Samajwadi Party president and Kannauj MP Akhilesh Yadav launched a sharp attack on the BJP, raising concerns over the political misuse of the patriotic song and also highlighting the ongoing Indigo flight disruptions. Vande Mataram: A Symbol of UnityAkhilesh Yadav reminded members that Vande Mataram was more than a song—it was an inspiring slogan during India’s struggle for freedom, uniting millions and giving them energy. He noted that the British had banned it between 1905 and 1908, prosecuting those who sang it, yet its spirit never faded from Indian hearts. “Vande Mataram brings people together and energizes them. Its essence cannot be reduced to mere performance,” Yadav said. Criticism of the Ruling PartyThe...

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh: In a major drive to keep the city clean, Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation has imposed fines totaling ₹6.57 lakh in the past week on individuals and businesses found littering and using banned plastics in market areas. The initiative is ongoing across all five municipal zones. Citywide Enforcement and Awareness DriveTeams from the Health Department have actively carried out inspections, with special emphasis on market areas. Awareness boards have been installed in key locations, including the RDC Rajnagar area, to inform citizens that fines will be strictly levied for littering in public spaces. Residents can report violations or request garbage collection through the 311 application or by calling the helpline at 18001803012. Zone-wise Fines Collected Vija...

A tragic accident on the Mathura–Bareilly Highway late Sunday night claimed the lives of three young men, with another critically injured. The incident took place near Hullu village under Raya police station limits and has once again raised serious questions about road safety in the region. Car Crashes Into Tractor-Trolley According to police, the victims — all residents of Jalalabad in Shahjahanpur — were travelling in a Vitara Brezza (UP27 AJ 5050) on their way to Mathura. Around 1 a.m., their speeding car rammed into a slow-moving tractor-trolley, leaving the vehicle completely mangled. The deceased have been identified as: Rajan Gupta – died on the spot Saurabh Verma (33), son of Ramkishan Verma – died during treatment in Agra Nikunj Gupta (27), son of Vijay Gupta – ...