Uttar Pradesh

Mathura: Renowned saint Premanand Maharaj visited the sacred Shreeji Temple (Radha Rani Temple) in Barsana on Saturday, offering prayers and receiving the blessings of his beloved deity, Radha Rani. The saint also prayed for the prosperity and well-being of the nation and society during his visit. Maharaj Premanand traveled from Vrindavan to Barsana and walked up the steps from Sudama Chowk to reach the divine court of Radha Rani. Upon reaching the feet of the deity, he expressed profound reverence and devotion, immersing himself fully in the spiritual experience. A Warm and Festive Welcome The news of Premanand Maharaj’s arrival drew large crowds of followers and local residents, eager to catch a glimpse of the revered saint. Barsana resonated with the chants of “Radhe-Radhe”, cr...

Gorakhpur: A shocking report has emerged from Purvanchal, Uttar Pradesh, highlighting the plight of young Indians stranded in Russia. Many youths, promised lucrative jobs and a luxurious lifestyle by foreign employment agents, were sent to Russia on tourist visas. Once their visas expired, they were detained by Russian authorities and are now reportedly being pressured to join the Russian military, with offers of ₹15 lakh fixed deposits and a monthly salary of ₹2.5 lakh. Trapped by False Promises Local agents in Gorakhpur and surrounding districts have been luring young job seekers for years with promises of high-paying foreign employment. Many victims, often naive and desperate for better opportunities, end up losing everything after falling into the trap. Similar cases in the past ...

Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, 29 November 2025: In a major anti-drug operation, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) along with Dildarnagar police apprehended four active heroin traffickers, recovering 412 grams of high-quality heroin with an estimated international market value of around ₹80 lakh. Arrested Suspects and Seized ItemsThe arrested individuals have been identified as Dharmendra Kumar (26), son of Rajkumar; Vipin Paswan (29), son of Mani Paswan; Divyanshu Prasad (19), son of Anil Kumar (all residents of Buxar, Bihar); and Sahil Khan (19), son of Shahnavaz Khan, resident of Chitroni, Dildarnagar, Ghazipur. Authorities also seized a motorcycle, four Android mobile phones, and ₹2,025 in cash from the suspects. Modus Operandi RevealedDuring interrogation, the arrested traffickers ...

Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, 29 November 2025: In a shocking incident that exposes the dark side of law enforcement, a head constable posted at Chijarsi police outpost in Pilkhuwa has been suspended for abducting two migrant laborers along with his brother-in-law. The victims, who had come from Madhya Pradesh to work, were forced to labor in the constable’s fields in Nangla Khaepur village, Muzaffarnagar. Victims Freed After Quick ActionThe incident came to light when a friend of one of the victims raised an alarm with the Meerut Railway Police. Acting swiftly, police raided the fields, rescued the two laborers, and arrested the constable, Dharmveer Singh, and his brother-in-law, Monty. Disciplinary action, including suspension and initiation of dismissal proceedings against the constable, has...

Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, 29 November 2025: After evading the law for 36 years, Pradeep Saxena, also known as Abdul Rahim, has finally been arrested by Bareilly police. The 70-year-old had murdered his brother Sanjeev Saxena in 1987 and was sentenced to life imprisonment. He escaped after being released on parole in 1989 and had been on the run ever since. Pradeep Saxena, originally from Shahi Kasba, had continuously changed his location to avoid capture. He worked in Transport Nagar, Moradabad, first as a truck helper and later as a driver. During this period, he met a Muslim widow, converted to Islam, and married her, adopting the name Abdul Rahim. He settled near Turkey Inter College in Islamnagar and grew a beard to blend in with the local community, severing ties with his original f...

Lucknow, 29 November 2025: A video of a young man arriving in a white car adorned with illegal red and blue lights, wearing a Joker mask and a maroon three-piece suit, went viral on social media, prompting police action in Lucknow’s Ghantaghar area. The man has been identified as 21-year-old Arish Kidwai, popularly known as the “Joker Chaiwala.” He runs a tea stall in the Ghantaghar locality, often dressing in a Joker costume to entertain customers. The viral video showed him stepping out of the car and being welcomed with flower garlands by onlookers, creating a misleading impression of grandeur. Police Seize Car and LightsUpon verification, the police discovered that the flashy red-blue lights on the Hyundai Verna were illegal. The vehicle, the lights, and a police cap (P-Cap) foun...

Kanpur, 29 November 2025: Former Union Coal Minister and three-time MP Sriprakash Jaiswal passed away on Friday evening at the age of 81. Known for his deep connection to Kanpur, Jaiswal served as a central minister for ten years and was instrumental in several transformative projects for the city and its people. A Visionary for Kanpur’s ConnectivityBorn and raised in the lanes of Kanpur, Jaiswal understood the city’s needs intimately. Recognizing the lack of direct train connectivity to Delhi, he introduced the Shram Shakti Express, linking Kanpur directly with Delhi. He also launched the Udyog Nagri Express to connect the industrial city to Mumbai, later extending it to Pratapgarh. The Chitrakoot Express was another milestone of his initiative. These trains greatly facilitated labor m...

Lucknow, 29 November 2025: Former Jaunpur MP Dhananjay Singh has broken his silence following the viral circulation of photos with Amit Kumar Singh, aka Amit Tata, a key supplier arrested in a major illegal codeine-based cough syrup and narcotics trafficking case in Uttar Pradesh. Singh has now demanded a CBI investigation into the matter. Viral Images Spark ControversyThe Uttar Pradesh STF recently apprehended Amit Tata, described as a close associate of a powerful figure from Eastern UP. Images of Dhananjay Singh with Amit Tata quickly went viral on social media, prompting questions about Singh’s role in the case. The Azad Adhikar Sena, led by Amitabh Thakur, had earlier written to the UP DGP, requesting a probe into the former MP’s involvement. Dhananjay Singh’s StatementOn Saturd...

Jhansi, 29 November 2025: The railway authorities have issued an important advisory for passengers. Several trains running between Gwalior and Baruni and vice versa will be cancelled during December, while others will face regulation due to ongoing track doubling work on the Jhansi-Manikpur section. Train Cancellations: Gwalior–Baruni Special (Train No. 04137): Runs via Jhansi on Wednesdays and Sundays; cancelled from 3 December to 28 December. Baruni–Gwalior Special (Train No. 04138): Runs on Thursdays and Mondays; cancelled from 4 December to 29 December. Additional Disruptions Due to Track Doubling: 11 December: Trains 11801 (Gwalior–Prayagraj), 11802 (Prayagraj–Gwalior), 14109 (Chitrakoot Dham Karwi–Kanpur Central), 14110 (Kanpur Central–Chitrakoot Dham Karwi), 64613 ...

Siwan: A revenue department employee in Siwan was arrested while accepting a bribe, highlighting the vigilance crackdown against corruption. The official, identified as Dilip Kumar Sinha, was caught taking ₹15,000 in exchange for facilitating land record modifications. Caught in Vigilance OperationThe Vigilance Investigation Bureau (VIB) team conducted the operation on Friday at an unauthorized office in Gopalpur Chak Market under the Hussainpur police jurisdiction. The raid was led by Vigilance DSP Shyam Babu Prasad. The complaint against Sinha was lodged on November 10 by Shrey Raj, a resident of Hasanpura village, who alleged that Sinha demanded ₹65,000 for altering land records. Shocked by the exorbitant demand, the complainant initially refused to pay, leading Sinha to cancel hi...