Uttar Pradesh

A Uttar Pradesh Police team from Mathura came under a violent and life-threatening attack in Rajasthan’s Deeg district while attempting to arrest a kidnapping accused. The mob not only assaulted the officers with sticks and stones but also dragged a sub-inspector inside a house and tried to strangulate him. Mob Turns Violent as UP Police Arrest Kidnapping Accused The incident took place in Ikelara village of Deeg. A police team from Govardhan Police Station—comprising SI Nitin Tyagi, Jitendra Kumar, and Women SI Sunita Singh—had arrived to arrest Amit Thakur, a resident of the village and a wanted accused in a kidnapping case. The officers successfully apprehended Amit Thakur and seated him in the police vehicle. But within minutes, a group of 15–20 agitated locals, including both...

Ayodhya has been gripped by tension and speculation after a shocking late-night incident at the Govindgarh ashram of Mahant Maheshdas, also known as Swami Mahesh Yogi, a prominent saint associated with the Hanumangarhi Peeth. Around 2:45 AM on December 4, unidentified individuals allegedly attempted to set the saint on fire while he was asleep. Two days later, the question still remains:Who wants Mahant Mahesh Yogi dead?Police teams are scanning CCTV footage, call records, and electronic surveillance data, but no breakthrough has been reported yet. Midnight Attack: Ashram Set on Fire Through Cut Window Grill According to police and forensic teams, the assailants cut open the rear window grill of the ashram and used what appears to be petrol to ignite the room. Mahant Mahesh Yogi, ...

Ghaziabad: Daily commuters on the Delhi–Meerut Expressway (DME) and those travelling towards ABES College or Crossings Republik should take note— the exit point on NH-9 near Sain Vihar has been closed for the next six months. The move aims to curb the persistent traffic jams in the area by widening the road and constructing an additional lane. Exit Point Shut to Address Chronic Traffic Congestion Until now, this exit was closed only during evening peak hours for about three hours. However, starting Saturday, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has decided to permanently shut it for six months to facilitate construction work. The exit near ABES/Crossings Republik had become a major bottleneck, with a large volume of vehicles trying to exit the expressway through this na...

Ghaziabad: A young bride from Uttar Pradesh has taken social media by storm after a video of her singing and playing the guitar during her muh dikhai ceremony went viral across the country. Dressed in a yellow saree with a traditional veil, Tanya Singh—now widely known as the ‘Rockstar Bahu’—has captured the hearts of millions with her melodious voice and confident performance. The video, recorded on 30 November 2025 during a women’s function at her wedding in Mohanmadpur Kadim village of Modinagar, shows Tanya gracefully pulling her veil aside while singing and strumming the guitar. Viewers praised her voice, confidence and unique blend of tradition and modernity. Assistant Professor by Profession, Viral Sensation Overnight Originally from Etah, Tanya is an Assistant Professor at...

Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh: A shocking incident unfolded late Friday night at the Kuthond police station in Jalaun district, where Inspector Arun Kumar Rai allegedly shot himself with his service revolver. He was rushed to the Medical College in Orai, but despite intensive treatment, doctors declared him dead. The incident has triggered panic and deep concern within the police department. According to initial information, Inspector Rai, who was posted at the Kuthond police station, had returned from patrolling after attending a community feast (bhandara), where he was also felicitated by local residents. At around 9:00 pm, he reached his government quarters. Just 30 minutes later, a gunshot was heard from his room. Police personnel rushed to the spot and found the inspector lying in a poo...

Shravasti, UP: Protesting negligence in the treatment of accident victims, activists from the Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) and Bhim Army joined families of the injured in Shravasti, who have been on a sit-in strike since 12 November. The protest was triggered by alleged lapses in medical care and the unusual step of bringing in stitches from outside to treat the injured at the Ekona CHC. On Thursday, the activists attempted to block National Highway-730, but the police intervened, bringing them back to Sanjay Park, where a dialogue was held with Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Ashok Kumar Singh. After nearly two hours of discussions seated on the ground, an agreement was reached: within two days, a magistrate-level officer will conduct an impartial investigation. During the inquiry, CHC S...

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh: At the 106th Annual Jalsa held at Machhra Jamia Gulzar-e-Hussainia Azrada, Maulana Mufti Abdul Qasim Nomani, the esteemed Muhtamim of Darul Uloom Deoband, described madrasas as the “powerhouse of society”, emphasizing their pivotal role in spreading knowledge and shaping communities. Addressing the third session of the jalsa, Maulana Nomani said, “Madrasas are the powerhouse of society, emanating the light of knowledge that reaches every household. The dedication and sacrifice of the ulemas have established these institutions, which continue to strengthen the foundations of education, culture, and Islamic civilization.” He urged people to pursue education and live life in accordance with the Quran and Sunnah. Madrasas: Beyond Just Learning Centers The event’...

Shravasti, UP: Anger over alleged medical negligence following a road accident in Shravasti escalated when activists from the Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) and the Bhim Army joined families of the injured in a protest that began on 12 November. The protest demands action against the CHC (Community Health Centre) Superintendent for failing to provide proper treatment and for sourcing basic medical supplies like needles and threads from external stores. Attempted Highway Blockade and Negotiations On Thursday, protestors attempted to block National Highway-730, but police intervention redirected them to Sanjay Park, where they met Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Ashok Kumar Singh. A two-hour ground-level dialogue resulted in an agreement that magistrate-level officials would conduct an imp...

Gorakhpur: A shocking accident occurred at Orion Mall in Mohaddipur, Gorakhpur, when a 5-year-old boy fell from the second floor while his mother and aunt were busy making a reel. The child sustained fractures in his hands and legs and was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. According to local sources, Aniket Pandey of Divya Nagar, Khorabar, stated that his wife had gone to the mall with her two sisters, their 5-year-old son Advik, and 3-year-old daughter Sakshi to watch a night show. While his wife and her sisters were taking selfies, Advik was playing nearby. During this time, he fell from either the escalator or a railing—accounts vary—and landed on the floor below. The child was initially taken to Timanier Hospital, where doctors provided first aid and then referred him to...