Wednesday, March 25

Uttar Pradesh

Bengal Babri Masjid Row: “Not a Single Brick Will Be Allowed in Babur’s Name,” Says Keshav Prasad Maurya as Political Tensions Rise
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Bengal Babri Masjid Row: “Not a Single Brick Will Be Allowed in Babur’s Name,” Says Keshav Prasad Maurya as Political Tensions Rise

Lucknow: Political temperatures have soared after TMC MLA Humayun Kabir announced that the foundation stone of a mosque named Babri Masjid would be laid on December 6 in Murshidabad, West Bengal — the date which marks the anniversary of the demolition of the Babri structure in Ayodhya. Responding sharply, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya warned that “not a single brick in the name of a foreign invader will be allowed on Indian soil,” signalling a strong BJP stance against the move. Foundation Stone Announcement Sparks ControversyTMC MLA Humayun Kabir declared that the mosque’s foundation stone would be laid in Beldanga, Murshidabad, with construction expected to take three years. He claimed that nearly two lakh people would attend the ceremony, with around 400...
Do the SIR or Get Out of the Country”: Woman in Firozabad Alleges Brother Faked Property Papers
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Do the SIR or Get Out of the Country”: Woman in Firozabad Alleges Brother Faked Property Papers

Firozabad: In a shocking case highlighting misuse of government schemes, a woman in Firozabad has accused her brother of coercing her into signing property papers under the pretext of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) program. The woman claims her brother then illegally registered her house and shop in his name. She has approached the court seeking cancellation of the registry. The accused, Sarṭāj Khānm, resides in the Nala Chūnpachān area under Nai Ki Mandi police station in Agra district but had been living in Gurugram, earning a living as a tailor. She had recently purchased a house and a shop in Firozabad, located between Rasoolpur police station and Nalbandh Chowrah. Sarṭāj, who is illiterate and only knows how to sign her name, said her brother summoned her from Gurugram, cl...
UP to Go Digital: Village Land and House Maps to be Available Online, One Click for Complete Details
State, Uttar Pradesh

UP to Go Digital: Village Land and House Maps to be Available Online, One Click for Complete Details

Lucknow: In a major move to streamline land records and reduce disputes, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced that all village land and house maps will soon be available online. Using advanced satellite technology, the initiative will allow residents to access precise details of their plots and homes with a single click. High-Accuracy Digital MappingPreliminary tests have shown an accuracy of 15 to 30 centimeters, ensuring near-perfect identification of land parcels. Under the new system, each plot number, house, and farmland will be tagged on the digital map, making it easy for anyone to locate a specific property by simply entering its number. Mobile Access for CitizensThe state’s Revenue Council is developing a mobile application through which villagers will be able to view ...
Greater Noida Tragedy: 22-Year-Old Woman Jumps to Death from 16th Floor of Migsun Twins Society
State, Uttar Pradesh

Greater Noida Tragedy: 22-Year-Old Woman Jumps to Death from 16th Floor of Migsun Twins Society

A tragic incident unfolded on Friday evening at Greater Noida’s Migsun Twins Society, where a 22-year-old woman, Shalu, ended her life by jumping from the 16th floor of the residential tower. Residents immediately informed the police and rushed her to the hospital, where doctors declared her dead on arrival. Lived with Four Friends According to Surajpur Kotwali Police, Shalu, originally from Budhana area of Muzaffarnagar, lived in a flat at Migsun Twins Society along with her four friends. At the time of the incident, only Shalu and one of her friends were present in the apartment. Friend Was in the Kitchen Police said that the friend was busy working in the kitchen, while the other three roommates were outside. During this time, Shalu went to the balcony of the 16th floor and ...
Stairs or a Bike? Delhi Blast Survivor Aman Struggles to Recall Moments Before Explosion — Memory Loss Becomes Key Challenge for Investigators
State, Uttar Pradesh

Stairs or a Bike? Delhi Blast Survivor Aman Struggles to Recall Moments Before Explosion — Memory Loss Becomes Key Challenge for Investigators

Shamli / New DelhiThe devastating car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on the evening of 10 November shattered many families. Among those caught in the explosion were two cousins from Shamli. While 22-year-old Noman lost his life on the spot, his cousin Aman survived but suffered severe injuries that have now resulted in temporary memory loss, posing a major challenge for the ongoing NIA investigation. NIA Struggles to Extract Vital Details An NIA team reached the Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan (LNJP) Hospital on Thursday evening to question Aman, hoping he could provide crucial eyewitness insights. But repeated attempts to jog his memory failed. When asked what happened just before the blast, Aman only managed to say: “Maybe I fell off a bike… or perhaps from stairs.” Doctors s...
10 Years After Death by High-Tension Line, No Compensation Paid: Court Seals Electricity Department Office in Barabanki
State, Uttar Pradesh

10 Years After Death by High-Tension Line, No Compensation Paid: Court Seals Electricity Department Office in Barabanki

Barabanki: In a rare and stern action, a court in Barabanki has ordered the sealing of the Executive Engineer’s office of the Electricity Distribution Division–II, Ramnagar, after the department failed to comply with a decade-old compensation order. The case dates back to 20 May 2016, when Kailash Yadav, a resident of Badagaon in Masauli police station area, died after a high-tension power line snapped and fell directly on him. Severely burnt in the incident, Kailash succumbed to injuries.His wife, Shiv Devi, filed a case alleging gross negligence by the electricity department. Court’s Order Ignored for 10 Years Advocate Govind Vajpayee, representing the victim’s family, stated that the court had earlier held the electricity department responsible and ordered it to pay ₹6 lakh as ...
Muskan Consumed Alcohol Daily with Sahil; Lied to Daughter Pihu After Brutal Murder of Husband
State, Uttar Pradesh

Muskan Consumed Alcohol Daily with Sahil; Lied to Daughter Pihu After Brutal Murder of Husband

Meerut: The high-profile Saurabh Rajput murder case has once again come into sharp focus after explosive revelations surfaced during Friday’s court hearing. Cab driver Ajab Singh, testifying before District Judge Anupam Kumar, detailed the shocking behaviour of Muskan Rastogi and her lover Sahil Shukla immediately after the gruesome killing. Murdered Husband, Then Went on a 13-Day Himachal Tour According to the driver’s testimony, Muskan and Sahil had murdered Saurabh Rajput in the most brutal manner and went on a 13-day vacation to Shimla, Manali, and Kasol the very next day. On 4 March 2025, the cab picked them up from Delhi Chungi, beginning their leisure tour booked through Vikas Travels. Ajab Singh revealed that the couple drank alcohol every single day, partied freely, and e...
Nine Kanpur Women Linked to Terror Suspect Dr. Shaheen’s Female Wing; New Revelations on Hotel Meetings, Recruitment Tactics & Funding Trail
State, Uttar Pradesh

Nine Kanpur Women Linked to Terror Suspect Dr. Shaheen’s Female Wing; New Revelations on Hotel Meetings, Recruitment Tactics & Funding Trail

Kanpur / New Delhi:Shocking details continue to emerge in the Delhi blast investigation involving former GSVM Medical College professor Dr. Shaheen, who allegedly headed the women’s wing of the terror outfit Jaish. Intelligence agencies have now discovered that nine young women from Kanpur were in direct contact with Dr. Shaheen and were being indoctrinated and recruited under the guise of religious outreach and financial assistance. According to sources, these women—lured with promises of money and support—were gradually integrated into the network. Following these revelations, teams from the NIA, ATS, and Intelligence Bureau have intensified searches across several sensitive areas in Kanpur, including Jajmau, Bekanganj, Chaman Ganj, Rawatpur, and Kakadeo. Female Recruitment Network...
Mother of Three Murdered by Lover in Basti; Both Were Married, Relationship Pressure Turned Fatal
State, Uttar Pradesh

Mother of Three Murdered by Lover in Basti; Both Were Married, Relationship Pressure Turned Fatal

Basti / Siddharthnagar:Preeti Maurya, a 30-year-old mother of three from Siddharthnagar, was brutally murdered by her lover Dilip Agrahari after she pressured him to marry her. Both Preeti and Dilip were already married. According to police, their illicit relationship had been going on for a long time, and Preeti had recently begun insisting that Dilip leave his wife and marry her. When he refused, she allegedly threatened to send him to jail. Seeing Preeti as a “threat,” Dilip planned to eliminate her. On the evening of November 19, he called her to meet him in Basti’s Rudhauli area and attacked her with a knife, leaving her dead on the spot before fleeing. Relationship Began in Siddharthnagar Preeti lived with her husband, Baboolal Maurya, and their children in Indranagar Gangul...
UP Panchayat Elections: What Are the Eligibility Criteria to Become Gram Pradhan, and How Much Salary Do They Get
State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Panchayat Elections: What Are the Eligibility Criteria to Become Gram Pradhan, and How Much Salary Do They Get

Lucknow:The position of Gram Pradhan in Uttar Pradesh is considered one of the most influential roles at the village level, responsible for steering development activities and implementing government schemes. As the state prepares for the next round of Panchayat elections, many are curious about the qualifications required to contest for this post and the monthly remuneration offered to village chiefs. Eligibility to Become Gram Pradhan According to the Uttar Pradesh State Election Commission, the eligibility criteria are straightforward: Minimum age: 21 years Must be a registered voter of the same Gram Panchayat No mandatory educational qualification—both literate and illiterate individuals can contest as long as they fulfill basic conditions Candidate must be mentally ...