Uttar Pradesh

Jalaun, UP: In a horrifying incident that has shaken the local community, a 15-day-old newborn was found dead near a village pond in Jalaun district. Preliminary investigations suggest that the infant was strangled by his mother following ongoing disputes with her husband. Details of the IncidentThe incident took place in Kasimpur village under the Gohan police station jurisdiction. Aarti Devi, the mother, reportedly had been living separately at her parental home due to continuous marital discord with her husband Kamal Pratap Rathore. The couple, married two years ago, already has a one-and-a-half-year-old son named Madhusudan. Aarti Devi gave birth to the second child on 27 October 2025. While the initial days brought joy to the family, tensions resurfaced due to ongoing disagreeme...

Azamgarh, UP: In a display of swift and decisive action, Azamgarh police successfully conducted two separate encounters in a single night, resulting in the arrest of four criminals, three of whom were injured during the operations. Illegal firearms, motorcycles, mobile phones, and cash were recovered from the suspects. First EncounterThe first encounter took place in the Kotwali area after police received a tip-off regarding two criminals from Bihar involved in recent snatching incidents in Azamgarh. Acting on the information, the Kotwali police team set up a blockade on the Ukrauda-Kakarhata route near Banshi Bazaar. The criminals opened fire on the police, who returned fire in self-defense. One suspect, identified as Vikas Kumar Shah, 28, son of the late Upendra Shah, of Nawakothi, Be...

Barabanki, UP: A massive explosion rocked an illegal fireworks factory in Sarai Barai village, Tikaitnagar police station area of Barabanki, on Thursday afternoon, claiming the lives of two workers and leaving three others critically injured. The blast was so powerful that it was heard up to 2 kilometers away, and nearby homes developed cracks due to the shockwave. Horrific Scene at the SiteEyewitnesses described the explosion as extremely violent, with two workers’ bodies dismembered by the force. The factory and adjacent houses caught fire, and smaller secondary blasts continued for some time, causing panic among residents. Rapid Response from AuthoritiesFire brigade units and a heavy police contingent rushed to the site immediately after receiving information. Rescue and relief op...

Kanpur: The investigation into the Delhi blast has reached a new phase as authorities scrutinize Dr. Mohammad Arif, a senior resident doctor at LPS Institute of Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery, Kanpur. New revelations have emerged from Dr. Arif’s flatmate, Dr. Abhishek, who spoke at a press conference on Thursday. According to Dr. Abhishek, he and Dr. Arif were not friends but mere colleagues sharing a flat due to the unavailability of hostel facilities. “After work, he would go straight to his room. I never noticed any unusual behavior in him, nor did he ever mention anyone named Shaheen or Parvez,” he said. Dr. Arif was taken into custody by the ATS on Wednesday evening from Kanpur and later transferred to Delhi for further questioning alongside other accused individuals already hel...

Ghaziabad, UP: Increasing pollution levels in Ghaziabad and the wider Delhi-NCR region are affecting public health, leading to a surge in respiratory issues and related ailments. Residents are reporting sore throats, difficulty in breathing, and chest discomfort, prompting hospitals to see a significant rise in patients. The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Ghaziabad has issued an advisory to safeguard health amid worsening air quality. Spike in Respiratory CasesThe drop in temperature combined with rising pollution has made it difficult for people to breathe comfortably. Outpatient departments (OPDs) in hospitals are witnessing a daily influx of 40–50 patients suffering from asthma, bronchitis, allergies, and other respiratory issues. Private hospitals report a similar surge. Doctors war...

Shamli, UP: The arrest of Azad Ahmed, a resident of Jhijhak in Shamli, Ahmedabad, has sent shockwaves through security agencies. Initial investigations reveal that Azad had direct links with the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP), a global terrorist network. Digital evidence shows that Azad and his associate from Hyderabad were in contact with Abu Khadija, a notorious ISKP operative active in Afghanistan. Direct Link from Shamli to ISKPThis is the first time that a connection from Shamli district has been traced directly to an international terrorist organization like ISKP. The network was allegedly working to radicalize youths and expand its reach across Western UP, Delhi, and surrounding areas. Intelligence sources reveal that Azad was part of a retaliation plan orchestrated by IS...

Edited by Vishal Chaubey | Navbharat Times | 13 Nov 2025 Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh: In a major crackdown against corruption in the transport department, the Special Task Force (STF) has exposed a syndicate illegally collecting money from overloaded trucks in Raebareli. The operation led to the arrest of the main middleman, Mohit Singh, and FIRs registered against 11 people, including several senior officials. Details of the STF ActionThe STF launched the operation following repeated complaints about illegal collection from overloaded trucks, especially those carrying murram and gravel on the Raebareli-Fatehpur route. Intelligence reports revealed that trucks coming from Banda and Fatehpur were being allowed to pass without proper inspection, facilitated by Mohit Singh and his associat...

Hamirpur, UP: In a chilling incident in Hamirpur district, the bloodied, nude body of an unidentified young woman, estimated to be around 30 years old, was discovered early Thursday morning along the Kanpur-Sagar National Highway near Ramna village in the Maudha police jurisdiction. Disturbingly, stray dogs were seen gnawing on the body, shocking local passersby. Authorities were immediately alerted and the body was secured for post-mortem examination. Immediate Police ResponseThe Maudha police reached the site after receiving the distress call from shocked onlookers. The victim was found completely naked and covered in blood, with some parts of the body already disturbed by dogs. Forensic Investigation InitiatedConsidering the severity of the incident, SP Dr. Diksha Sharma, ASP Mano...

Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh: District Magistrate (DM) Santosh Kumar Sharma, one of the most dynamic officers in Uttar Pradesh, recently conducted on-site inspections of crop-cutting experiments across multiple areas of Maharajganj. He instructed officials to calculate average crop yields from all tehsils and prepare detailed data on agricultural production and productivity, ensuring effective implementation of agricultural schemes including the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (Prime Minister’s Crop Insurance Scheme) to provide fair compensation to farmers in case of crop loss. Field Visits and Interaction with FarmersDuring his inspections, DM Sharma personally interacted with farmers harvesting paddy, inquiring about their crops and farming conditions. He was also seen engaging cheerfu...

Amethi, Uttar Pradesh: In a major move, the Amethi district administration has cancelled 13,928 ration cards belonging to ineligible beneficiaries under the National Food Security Scheme (NFSS). The action follows a thorough verification process aimed at ensuring only eligible households receive government-subsidized food grains. Why the Cards Were CancelledThe cancelled cards belonged to individuals or families whose annual income exceeds ₹3 lakh or who own more than 5 acres of land, making them ineligible for NFSS benefits. Despite this, they were previously receiving free ration under the scheme designed to support economically weaker sections. Verification ProcessA list of 27,831 ration cardholders was initially sent by the central government to the district supply department for...