Four arrested for offering namaz while prohibitory orders in place in Bareilly

A case was registered against seven persons and others for the incident that happened while prohibitory orders were in force in the district in view of festivities and upcoming Republic Day celebrations

UP: 4 arrested in Bareilly for offering Friday prayers

Four people were arrested in Jam Samant village of Baheri, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, January 18, for offering Friday prayers in a makeshift mosque. The police action was taken after drone footage of the prayers being offered was uploaded by an X user named Himanshu Patel. Patel is the Bareilly district president of the Hindu Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Bareillys Traffic Woes To End? Nitin Gadkari Announces Rs 2,100 Crore, 30-Km Southern Bypass Connecting National Highways

Woman with mental disability in UP dies after 'drinking' acid

BAREILLY: A woman with mental disability died after she allegedly drank acid kept in the toilet of her house, police said on Saturday. The incident took place in Kiratpur village in the Bhamora police station area on the night of January 16 and the woman died at the district hospital on January 17. Prempal, the woman's uncle, told police that his 19-year-old niece Kumari Pilkush drank acid kept in the toilet of her house on Thursday night. As her condition deteriorated, her family members took her to the district hospital. She died during treatment on Friday. He said his niece suffered a serious head injury two years ago but did not recover fully even after undergoing treatment. Circle Officer (CO) Pankaj Srivastava said the woman's family was not ready for post-mortem examination but agreed after they were persuaded by police. The body was handed over to the family after the autopsy on Friday evening.

Five Men Awarded Life Imprisonment In UP For Attempting To Kill Toll Booth Employees

Sunny, Sumit, Vinod Maurya, Rajat Gangwar and Ankit were sentenced for trying to kill toll booth employees on the Bareilly-Nainital highway in 2019.

African baboon dies in Delhi zoo, third animal death in as many weeks

New Delhi: A female African baboon has died at the Delhi Zoo, the third animal fatality at the facility in as many weeks, officials said on Thursday.The National Zoological Park, commonly known as Delhi Zoo, reported that the baboon named Chintu, which appeared lethargic earlier in the day, was shifted to the veterinary hospital after it started shivering. An official said the animal died later in the day. The cause of death is not yet confirmed. We are awaiting the report from the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) in Bareilly, said zoo director Sanjeet Kumar. Recently, a white tiger cub and a one-horned rhinoceros at the zoo have died. A senior zoo official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the cold weather may have been a factor for the deaths. The baboon's activity level had dropped and shivering indicated that it was unwell, the official said. The zoo had four baboons. With the death of Chintu only three are left now. On January 2, the zoo lost a male one-horned rhinoceros named Dharmendra to acute haemorrhagic enteritis, a life-threatening intestinal condition caused by parasites, toxins, or bacterial infections. The aminal arrived at the zoo in September 2024 as part of a breeding programme. The zoo now has only one female rhinoceros. Four days earlier, a nine-month-old white tiger cub died. Post-mortem revealed raumatic shock and acute pneumonia as the causes of the death. The Delhi Zoo, established in 1959, is considered a 'model' zoo for the country, housing over 96 species of animals and birds.

J&K incomplete without PoK, terror camps built adjacent to border: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

NEW DELHI: Describing the Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) as the crown jewel of India, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said PoK is nothing more than a foreign territory to Pakistan. Rajnath Singh said, J&K is incomplete without PoK. The people living there are being deprived of a dignified life. Efforts are being made by Pakistan to mislead and provoke them against India in the name of religion. PoK's land is being used for terrorism. Training camps for terrorists are running and launch pads have been built in the areas adjacent to the border. The Indian government is well aware of the situation. Pakistan will have to put an end to its nefarious designs, he added. The Defence Minister was in Akhnoor, Jammu leading the Armed Forces Veterans' Day celebrations. He was addressing around 1,000 ex-servicemen during an event at Tanda Artillery Brigade. He interacted with the ex-servicemen and expressed gratitude to the Armed Forces personnel, both retired & serving, for their selfless service towards protecting the borders with unmatched bravery, dedication, sacrifice and patriotism. Rajnath Singh also described the Veterans' Day celebrations at Akhnoor as a testament to the fact that Jammu & Kashmir has been and will always remain an integral part of India. The Defence Minister added that 2025 is the diamond jubilee year of the 1965 Indo-Pak war, and India's victory was the result of the valour & sacrifice of the Armed Forces. Pakistan has lost every war it fought with India, whether it was the attack in 1948, the war of 1965, the war of 1971 or the Kargil war of 1999. Pakistan has been promoting illegal infiltration and terrorism since 1965 and has tried to influence the local population in J&K. But the people here have always rejected their intentions. Pakistan still resorts to terrorism, he said. Even today, over 80 per cent of terrorists who come to India are from there. The terrorism would have ended in 1965 only, had the then government not turned the strategic advantages gained on the battlefield into disadvantages. The situation on ground has significantly improved since the abrogation of Article 370, he added. Concluding the address, the Defence Minister reiterated the Government's commitment towards the welfare of the veterans, serving soldiers and their families. Terming it as a top priority, he assured that the Ministry of Defence (MoD) will always work beyond its capacity to ensure the well-being of its soldiers, who remain as the assets to the country even after retirement. He enumerated the steps taken by MoD and underlined that the Government stands with the soldiers of the country at every step. As part of the event, Rajnath Singh hoisted a 108-feet high National Flag and inaugurated the 'Akhnoor Heritage Museum'. The museum is a tribute to the rich history and culture of the region. Located on NH-144A connecting Jammu to Poonch, the museum showcases the rich history and legacy of the region. This is the ninth Armed Forces Veterans' Day which was celebrated at multiple locations across the country on Tuesday. Veterans' rallies and wreath-laying ceremonies were organised at a number of places, including Jammu, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pune, Nagpur, Visakhapatnam, Bengaluru, Bareilly, Jaipur and Siliguri to pay respects to the ex-servicemen for their selfless duty and reinforce solidarity towards the Next of Kin of these bravehearts. The Defence Minister asserted that the nation will forever remain indebted to the Armed Forces, adding that every Indian holds deep respect for the gallant soldiers. This respect for the soldiers is ingrained in the values of the country, he said, pointing out that the conduct of multiple Veterans' Day events is one such way to show that respect.

SC asks UP government to consider premature release of Babloo Srivastava

The Supreme Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to take a decision within two months in connection with the gangster Babloo Srivastava's plea seeking a direction for his premature release in a 1993 murderof an additional customs collector. He was serving a jail sentence of life imprisonment in the case. Babloo, alias Om Prakash Srivastava, had knocked on the doors of the apex court after the UPgovernment informed the SC that it had rejected his premature release in November last year .Srivastava sought the relief under Section 2 of the United Provinces Prisoners' Release on Probation Act, 1938 but the plea was rejected earlier by the UP government. Srivastavahas contended that he has served around 28 years in prison and has good conduct in jail, making him entitled to premature release as per the policy of the UP government. A two-judge bench of the apex cout, led by Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice N Kotiswar Singh directed the state government to consider the plea within two weeks and inform it what decision it has taken in this regard. While keeping in view the fact that the convict, Srivastava, already served a jail sentence of 28 years, thetop court directed the UP government to consider his case for remission under section 473(1) of BNSS (Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita) at the earliest. The top court also made it clear in its order that the concerned trial court should have to give its opinion within 15 days from the date of receipt of the remission plea. It also directed the State to immediately forward the plea of Babloo seeking concurrence or otherwise of centre in 10 days. The Centre to decide the plea, in 4 days after that. Earlier, in one of the hearings, the Aditional Advocate General (AAG) Garima Prasad told the SC that the gangster was convicted of serious offences, including those under the anti-terror law. His petition for premature release has been dismissed by the competent authority which in this case is the office of governor on November 6, she had told the bench. Prasad further contended that Srivastava has approached the court with unclean hands and has not disclosed the status of the petitions he has filed for premature release. He has been filing a petition for remission every now and then. His first petition was dismissed in 2016, she submitted. The bench, in its order on November 8, had asked the counsel forSrivastavato file all the orders and case records of all the petitions he has filed till now. Srivastava, who is currently lodged in Bareilly Central jail, had moved the apex court seeking direction to the state government for consideration of his plea for premature release. The latest petition, which was rejected on November 6, by the UP govt was filed on June 24, 2021. The gangster wasonce an associateof underworld don Dawood Ibrahim but later became his enemy. He was caught in Singapore by the investigating agencies and extradited to India in 1995. He was wanted in 42 cases, including murder and abduction. On September 30, 2008, the gangster was sentenced to a life term by a special TADA court in Kanpur in connection with the 1993 murder of customs officer LD Arora in Allahabad. The investigation of this case was given to the CBI. Initially, the don was lodged in Naini Central Jail and then on June 11, 1999, he was transferred to the Bareilly Central Jail. His appeal against the conviction was also dismissed by the Supreme Court.

Consider early release of gangster serving life term in murder case: SC to U.P. govt

Srivastava, who is currently lodged in Bareilly Central jail, moved the apex court for a direction over his premature release

Under 'Digital Arrest' At Hotel, Bareilly Doctor Rescued Thanks To Note Left At Home

Before moving out of his house, the doctor who was threatened by individuals posing as CBI officials left a note outlining fraudulent transactions involving his Aadhaar card and bank account. Following this, he checked into a hotel 10 km away

Abhinash Jamwal shocks Shiva Thapa to enter final of Mens Boxing Nationals

Bareilly, Jan 13: Abhinash Jamwals sensational run in the 8th Elite Mens National Boxing Championship reached new heights as he defeated reigning Welterweight champion and seasoned boxer Shiva Thapa in a thrilling semifinal clash. Jamwal, representing Himachal Pradesh, has been one of the standout performers of the tournament, building momentum with victories over formidable opponents, [] The post Abhinash Jamwal shocks Shiva Thapa to enter final of Mens Boxing Nationals appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Sachin, Lakshya lead SSCB to semifinals of Mens Boxing Nationals

Sachin, Lakshya lead SSCB to semifinals of Mens Boxing Nationals Bareilly: Former World Youth Champion Sachin Siwach and Asian Games representative Lakshya Chahar led a dominant charge by the Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) on Day 5 of the Elite Mens National Boxing Championship, with the unit securing nine berths in the semifinals. Sachin delivered [] The post Sachin, Lakshya lead SSCB to semifinals of Mens Boxing Nationals appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Shiva, Sachin enter quarterfinals of mens Boxing Nationals

Bareilly, Jan 11: Shiva Thapa and Sachin Siwach continued their stellar campaigns, securing emphatic victories on Day 4 at the 8th Elite Mens National Boxing Championship, to enter the quarterfinals. Thapa, representing Assam, maintained his dominant form in the Welterweight (60-65kg) category with a 5-0 win over Himanshu Sangwan, while former World Youth Champion Sachin [] The post Shiva, Sachin enter quarterfinals of mens Boxing Nationals appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Bareilly Cop Caught Red-Handed Taking Rs 50,000 Bribe, Heres How The Trap Was Laid

The Sub-Inspector was investigating cases between brothers Zeeshan and Danish. He allegedly threatened one of them with jail and demanded a hefty amount as bribe within two hours

UCC to be implemented in Uttarakhand this month: CM Dhami

Bareilly: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday highlighted the various initiatives undertaken in the state, reaffirming the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the Devbhoomi this month. Uttarakhand is the first state in the country to have UCC Act, which seeks to establish a uniform and an equal set of rules Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Uttarakhand CM says UCC to be implemented this month; vows action on 'land jihad', 'spit jihad'

BAREILLY: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday highlighted the various initiatives undertaken in the state, reaffirming the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the Devbhoomi this month. Uttarakhand is the first state in the country to have UCC Act, which seeks to establish a uniform and an equal set of rules on marriage, divorce, succession and inheritance for all citizens in the state, except the Scheduled Tribes (STs), irrespective of religion. It makes registration of all marriages and live-in relationships mandatory. We have formulated the Uniform Civil Code law in Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. This is the state's first honour and will be implemented within this month, Dhami said during the inauguration of the 29th Uttarayani Mela in Bareilly. He compared the UCC to India's sacred rivers such as Sharda, Ganga, Saraswati and Kaveri, stating that just as they sustain life across the country, the UCC will work similarly. Regarding the state's tourism and infrastructure initiatives, Dhami said, In Haridwar and Rishikesh, we are planning to develop the Ganga Corridor. Work on a corridor along the Sharda River has also begun. He added that Uttarakhand continues to see an increasing influx of devotees and tourists which would be bolstered by the reconstruction efforts in Kedarnath and the master plan underway at Badrinath Dham. Dhami also announced beautification and restoration efforts for temples in the Kumaon region and development at Purnagiri. It gives me immense joy that more devotees from Uttar Pradesh visit Purnagiri. We are creating the Sharda Corridor, which will enhance the ghats and beautify the area, he said. Uttarakhand police uncover 190 illegal Madrasas, crackdown sparks political controversy The chief minister expressed hope for Uttarakhand becoming a hub for destination weddings and tourism, emphasising the state's growing reputation. Handicraft products from Uttarakhand are gaining recognition among multinational companies and women in the state are doing excellent work. Over one lakh women in Uttarakhand are now earning a substantial income. We will provide them with interest-free loans, he said. On governance and security, Dhami shared progress on several legal reforms, including the anti-conversion law, the introduction of anti-riot legislation and measures to counter exam malpractice. We have taken strong steps by enacting an anti-riot law. Any damages caused during riots will be recovered from the perpetrators. Similarly, with our anti-cheating law, over 100 individuals involved in exam malpractice have been jailed. This ensures fair opportunities for deserving candidates, he added. Dhami mentioned initiatives to combat land jihad, stating that 5,000 acres of encroached land have been freed. He also discussed tackling issues like spit jihad with new laws to maintain public order. Looking ahead, the chief minister announced that the 28th National Games would commence on January 28 in Uttarakhand, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to inaugurate the event. Earlier, Dhami inaugurated the 29th Uttarayani Mela where he was accompanied by Bareilly MP Chhatrapal Singh Gangwar, Mayor Dr Umesh Gautam and Cantonment MLA Sanjeev Aggarwal. The three-day fair, held at Bareilly Club Ground, showcases Uttarakhand's culture, music and dance, delighting attendees with performances by local artists and food stalls featuring traditional delicacies. The UCC has been on the BJP's agenda nationally for many years. But the party's government in Uttarakhand became the first to take a concrete step towards implementing it just before the Lok Sabha elections last year. An expert committee formed by Dhami and headed by retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai submitted a comprehensive draft in four volumes to the state government in February 2024. Acting on the draft, the state government presented the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code Bill in the Assembly a few days later and it was passed on February 7. The UCC Act received President Droupadi Murmu's approval on March 11, making the hill state the first in independent India to have a UCC Act. A nine-member state government-appointed panel, chaired by former chief secretary Singh to lay down the rules for the UCC's implementation panel, submitted its final report. Dhami has previously said in no unclear terms that the UCC will be implemented in January.

Tiger's mysterious death near Uttarakhand's Champawat sparks concern, investigation underway

DEHRADUN: In a shocking discovery, a tiger's lifeless body was found just 7 kilometres from the Champawat district headquarters, in the jungle near Hathiya Naula. The incident has sparked widespread concern in the area. Officials from the Forest Department promptly sent the tiger's body for a post-mortem examination. Initial assessments suggest the tiger may have died due to a conflict with another tiger. The discovery was made by a group of women from Dhakna village, including Manju Devi, Rekha Devi, Vimla Devi, Aarti, and Ganeshi, who had ventured into the forest to collect firewood. Spotting the tiger lying on the ground, the frightened women immediately informed the villagers and the Forest Department. Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Naveen Chand Pant and Sub-Divisional Forest Officer (SDO) Neha Chaudhary rushed to the scene with forest personnel to investigate. After an initial assessment, the officials arranged for the tiger's body to be sent to the veterinary hospital in Champawat for a post-mortem. DFO Pant stated, The cause of death has not yet been determined. It is suspected that the tiger may have died due to a conflict with another animal. There are also scratch marks on the body. Sub-Divisional Forest Officer Neha Chaudhary has been instructed to investigate the matter. According to DFO Pant, the male tiger was approximately six years old and measured about 7 feet in length. He added, It is unclear whether the death was due to a mutual conflict or some other accident. The cause of death will be determined after the post-mortem report. Additionally, the tiger's DNA will be tested at the Wildlife Institute of India in Dehradun. Samples will also be sent to IVRI in Bareilly for further investigation. It is noteworthy that Uttarakhand ranks third in India in terms of tiger population, with a total of 560 tigers, according to the latest census. Madhya Pradesh holds the top position with 785 tigers, followed by Karnataka with 563. The investigation into the tiger's death is ongoing, with forest officials committed to uncovering the exact cause.

Four cows found dead at a gaushala in UP's Bareilly

Four cows were found dead at a gaushala in Bareilly's Aonla, causing protests by local right-wing organisations. District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar discovered deficiencies at the shelter, including poor winter arrangements and lack of green fodder. An investigation has been ordered, and strict action is to be taken against those found negligent.

Rahul Gandhi skips UP court hearing on economic quota remark; next hearing on January 17

Rahul Gandhi did not attend the scheduled court appearance related to his statement on economic reservation in Bareilly. The court has now rescheduled the hearing to January 17 and transferred the case to the MP-MLA court. The petitioner, Pankaj Pathak, alleges Gandhi's statement was offensive and aimed at community appeasement, seeking appropriate judicial action.

20-year-old tiger Vikram denied release from Corbett Reserve due to age; remains under expert care

DEHRADUN: In a heart-wrenching development at the Corbett Tiger Reserve, the release of Vikram, a tiger imprisoned for five years following allegations of killing three beat watchers in the Dhikala zone, has been hindered by his age. Now 20 years old and with several teeth lost, Vikram has been waiting for his freedom. Wildlife experts express their concerns, stating, Vikram may still have several years left to live, but due to his advanced age, his release is not feasible. At this stage in his life, he will struggle to hunt other wildlife. Moreover, if released into the wild, younger and more dominant tigers could overpower him and pose a threat to his life. According to sources within the forest department, Vikram has been the centre of attention due to his longevity. He was apprehended at the age of 15 after he killed three. Initially captured and tranquillized, he was held at the Nainital Zoo. However, after exhibiting aggressive behaviour during his six-month stay there, he was transferred to the Dhikala Rescue Center. As per sources from the Corbett Tiger Reserve, the Dhela Rescue Center was completed in 2020, and it was there that this tiger was relocated and named Vikram. Since then, the park administration has been responsible for providing food for Vikram. The Dhela Rescue Center is home to Vikram and eight other tigers, with Vikram being the oldest among them. Speaking to The New Indian Express , Dr Saket Badola, the director of Corbett Tiger Reserve, emphasised the exceptional care provided to tigers housed at the Dhela Rescue Center. The tigers at Dhela Rescue Center are maintained with the utmost attention. Regular comprehensive health check-ups are conducted, he stated. Dr Badola specifically mentioned Vikram, one of the center's resident tigers, noting, Vikram is in perfect health and has received dedicated care throughout his stay here. He was named Vikram due to his massive size. The tiger resides in a spacious enclosure of 600 square meters, which features a water pool where he often enjoys playing. Every aspect of his activity, including his diet, is carefully monitored. During the summer months, he receives supplementsnutrient-rich liquidsalong with meat pieces. In winter, we also pay close attention to his vitamins and minerals, Dr. Badola added. He further explained that samples for health testing are sent to the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) in Bareilly for analysis. Wildlife expert Sanjay Chimwal states, The average lifespan of a tiger in any zoo is typically 18 years. In the wild, however, their lifespan ranges from 12 to 15 years. Wildlife experts attribute Vikram's aggressive behavior to his early upbringing, suggesting that it significantly shaped his personality to be more aggressive.

Video: Madrasa students harassed by right-wing group in Bareilly

In a disturbing incident reflecting growing tolerance towards minorities, a group of madrasa students were subjected to harassment and intimidation by a group of Hindutva extremists in Uttar Pradeshs Bareilly district. A video of the assault widely circulated on social media platforms showing the students, mostly minors, on their way to visit the revered Ala Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Temple Wall Defaced with Controversial Graffiti in Bareilly; FIR Registered

A wall of the Shanti Maa Durga temple in Biharipur, Bareilly, was defaced with controversial graffiti on Wednesday. Police quickly responded to the incident, erasing the graffiti and registering an FIR against unidentified persons. A video of the defaced wall soon went viral on social media, sparking public outrage. Local police, upon discovering the graffiti, acted swiftly to remove the offensive markings. Station House Officer (SHO) Amit Pandey confirmed that the authorities are investigating the matter, reviewing CCTV footage from cameras installed near the temple in an effort to identify the culprits. An FIR has been filed under sections relevant to public defacement and communal offenses. Authorities have assured the public that they are taking the matter seriously and will take appropriate action once the perpetrators are identified. The temple, which holds significance for local residents, has been the focus of intense attention following the incident. The defacement of religious sites has stirred tensions in the community, with local residents calling for heightened security around places of worship. Police have promised to intensify their efforts to maintain peace and prevent further incidents in the area. The situation is being closely monitored, and authorities have urged people to remain calm and refrain from spreading misinformation on social media. Investigations are ongoing, and the police are hopeful that the culprits will be apprehended soon.

Kanpur Shivers Under Dense Fog as Uttar Pradesh Braces for Dry Spell

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh:The cold wave has tightened its grip over Uttar Pradesh, with dense fog enveloping several regions, including Kanpur, following heavy rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for dense fog, particularly affecting visibility in the area. Temperature Drop and Weather Outlook The weather in Kanpur has seen a sharp drop, with Sunday's maximum temperature expected to peak at 22 degrees Celsius, while the minimum could fall as low as 10 degrees Celsius. The IMD has forecasted dry conditions for most parts of Uttar Pradesh today, with dense fog likely to reduce surface visibility to 50199 meters in isolated areas. Dry weather is anticipated to persist through December 30 and 31, though dense fog is expected to continue. On Monday, Kanpur's minimum temperature may dip further to 9 degrees Celsius, intensifying the cold wave. Impact on Residents The biting cold has compelled Kanpur residents to huddle around bonfires for warmth. Meanwhile, Bareilly is also experiencing similar weather patterns, with a maximum temperature of 21 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 10 degrees Celsius predicted for Sunday. Dense fog is forecasted for December 30 in Bareilly as well. Over the past two days, Kanpur recorded 34.1 mm of rainfall. Although light rain occurred early on Sunday, the skies remained predominantly cloudy throughout the day. Meteorological Frorcast: According to the IMD, the weather conditions influenced by a Western Disturbance are expected to subside within the next 12 hours, paving the way for predominantly dry weather over the next five days. However, dense to very dense fog is anticipated on December 29 and 30, with dense fog continuing on December 31. Skies are expected to be partly cloudy on January 1 and 2. Cold wave conditions are forecasted to persist in Kanpur from December 29 to January 3, with a sharp fall of 35 degrees Celsius in minimum temperatures over the next 48 hours. Statewide Weather Snapshot The IMD reported light to moderate rainfall in western Uttar Pradesh over the past 24 hours, while eastern regions experienced very light rain. Shallow to moderate fog was observed in isolated places, with dense fog in parts of eastern Uttar Pradesh. Residents are advised to stay cautious during this period of extreme cold and fog, as visibility and temperatures continue to drop across the state.

62-Year-Old Farmer Strangled To Death In His Sleep In UP's Bareilly

A 62-year-old farmer was strangled to death by unidentified assailants while he was sleeping in the verandah of his house in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly district, police said on Saturday.

45-year-old farmer beaten to death over land dispute in UP's Bareilly

BAREILLY: A 45-year-old farmer was allegedly beaten to death over an old land dispute in the Fatehgaj area here, police said on Thursday. The incident occurred on Wednesday night when Ahilkar, a resident of village Vandiya Khurd, was on his way to deliver food to his son at a field, said Fatehganj police station in-charge Inspector Santosh Kumar. At that time, some villagers stopped Ahilkar, hurled abuses at him and allegedly beat him with sticks before attacking him with sharp weapons, Kumar said. The farmer was taken to Faridpur Community Health Centre and given first aid, Kumar said. He was later referred to a private hospital in Bareilly city, where he died during treatment. The inspector added that the body has been sent for a post-mortem. According to the police, the incident stemmed from an old land dispute. Based on a complaint from the deceased's relatives, a case has been registered against four individuals and an investigation is ongoing.

Pilibhit encounter: Security agencies tracing local helpers of terrorists in Terai

The Bareilly police said that action will be taken against all those found to have helped the three Khalistan Zindabad Force terrorists

Security agencies tracing terror associates

BAREILLY (UP), Dec 25: Following the encounter of three Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) terrorists in Pilibhit, security agencies are intensifying their search for their local helpers in the Terai region. Three suspected Khalistani terrorists allegedly involved in the grenade attack in Gurdaspur were killed in an encounter with police in Pilibhit early Monday, with Punjabs Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav terming it as a major breakthrough against a Pakistan-sponsored terror module. Bareilly Range IG Rakesh Singh said the police [] The post Security agencies tracing terror associates appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Bareilly court summons AIMIM chief Owaisi over pro-Palestine slogan in Parliament

BAREILLY: A local court has directed AIMIM supremo Asaduddin Owaisi to appear before it over a plea that claimed he had violated the Constitution by raising a slogan hailing Palestine in Parliament. Lawyer Virendra Gupta filed a petition against Owaisi over the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) leader voicing support for Palestine during his oath-taking ceremony in Parliament. Gupta said in his plea that the five-time MP had violated constitutional and legal beliefs. He told reporters on Tuesday that a petition was filed in the MP/MLA court on July 12 but it was rejected. Gupta then filed a revision petition in the court of the district judge. District Judge Sudhir allowed the petition and issued a notice to Owaisi on Saturday, asking him to appear before the court on January 7. Gupta said he was hurt by Owaisi's slogan. His slogan was against the Constitution, he added. Owaisi took oath as Hyderabad MP on June 25. After his oath-taking ceremony, he had hailed the conflict-hit West Asian country from the podium. The chairman later ordered the remarks to be expunged. Owaisi had justified his slogan after he came out of the House and told reporters there was nothing wrong in him saying Jai Bheem, Jai Meem, Jai Telangana, Jai Palestine.

Owaisi summoned over pro-Palestine slogan in Parl

A court in Bareilly has directed All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen supremo Asaduddin Owaisi to appear before it over a plea that claimed he had violated the Constitution by raising a slogan hailing Palestine in Parliament.

Bareilly court summons Owaisi over pro-Palestine slogan in Parliament

Bareilly (UP) : A local court has directed AIMIM supremo Asaduddin Owaisi to appear before it over a plea that claimed he had violated the Constitution by raising a slogan hailing Palestine in Parliament. Lawyer Virendra Gupta filed a petition against Owaisi over the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) leader voicing support for Palestine during his oath-taking ceremony in Parliament. Gupta said in his plea that the five-time MP had violated constitutional and legal beliefs. He told reporters on Tuesday that a petition was filed in the MP/MLA court on July 12 but it was rejected. Gupta then filed a revision petition in the court of the district judge. District Judge Sudhir allowed the petition and issued a notice to Owaisi on Saturday, asking him to appear before the court on January 7. Gupta said he was hurt by Owaisi's slogan. His slogan was against the Constitution, he added. Owaisi took oath as Hyderabad MP on June 25. After his oath-taking ceremony, he had hailed the conflict-hit West Asian country from the podium. The chairman later ordered the remarks to be expunged. Owaisi had justified his slogan after he came out of the House and told reporters there was nothing wrong in him saying Jai Bheem, Jai Meem, Jai Telangana, Jai Palestine.

Bareilly Court issues notice to Asaduddin Owaisi for raising Jai Palestine slogan during oath-taking as MP

A Bareilly Court has summoned AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi for raising pro-Palestine slogans during his oath as a Member of Parliament. The hearing is set for January 7, 2025. The case was filed by advocate Virendra Gupta, who claims Owaisi violated constitutional and legal norms. Owaisi previously explained his actions by referring to the destitution of people in Palestine.

UP: Fast food hawker Bhupendra attacked by Abdul, Pappu and two others in Bareilly

Following this, Abdul, Pappu and two others began thrashing the Hindu victim. The complainant alleged that accused Abdul hit him with a rod. Soon after, local people arrived, however, they allegedly threatened the victim.

Bareilly Court summons Rahul Gandhi for remarks made against Economic Survey during LS election campaign

BAREILLY: A court here has summoned Congress MP and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to appear before it on January 7 for his remarks related to the Economic Survey during the Lok Sabha polls. District and Sessions Judge Sudhir Kumar on Saturday issued notice to Gandhi. The summons are related to a plea filed by Pankaj Pathak, Mandal president of the All India Hindu Mahasangh outfit. Pathak had initially approached the MLA-MP Court/CJM Court in August, requesting the registration of a case against Gandhi. However, the court had rejected the application on August 27. Pathak then filed a revision petition in the sessions court, which led to the current summons. Advocate Virendra Pal Gupta, representing Pathak, submitted that during the Lok Sabha elections Gandhi had allegedly said that despite the percentage of weaker sections being high, the percentage of property they own is quite low. If this remains the case then those with a higher population can demand more property. Gupta alleged that Gandhi tried to provoke the weaker sections with these statements which were aimed at creating class hatred for political gain. He further alleged that Gandhi deliberately attempted to sow hostility and animosity among economically weaker sections in an effort to further the Congress' interests.

Rahul Gandhi summoned by Bareilly court for remarks against Economic Survey

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Bareilly court issues notice to Rahul Gandhi over caste census remark

A Bareilly court summoned Rahul Gandhi over his caste census remarks made during election campaigning. Petitioner Pankaj Pathak alleges Gandhi's comments were an attempt to start a civil war. Gandhi, meanwhile, demands Amit Shah's resignation over alleged insults to B.R. Ambedkar and the Constitution.

Bareilly Court Summons Rahul Gandhi Over Caste Census Remark, Orders To Appear On January 7

Rahul Gandhi said that the Congress, if voted to power, would conduct a survey to ascertain the distribution of wealth among the people in the country.

'She said I have been...': Gadar 2 director reveals Priyanka Chopra nearly quit films, moved back to Bareilly after..

Anil Sharma also shared that Priyanka Chopra and her family faced many challenging moments when filmmakers were not in favour of casting her for their films. Anil Sharma claimed the reason behind it to be the directors' disappointment with her nose-altering operation.

Rahul Gandhis citizenship row: Union government is competent authority to decide on citizenship, says Allahabad High Court

The petition prayed to pass directions to the Chief Election Commissioner, Uttar Pradeshs Chief Electoral Officer, and Rae Bareillys Returning Officer, to cancel Rahul Gandhis electoral certificate

Day back in history When Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan and Roshan Singh martyred their lives for the nation

The revolutionaries Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan and Thakur Roshan Singh were hanged by the Britishers on 19 th December, 1927. 99 years of the famous Kakori conspiracy and 97 years of the martyrdom of the freedom fighters. Bismil hanged at the Gorakhpur jail, Khan at the Faizabad jail and Roshan Singh at the Naini jail of Allahabad. The hot headed young men were well prepared with their plans and their deaths toowith a grin that sparked patriotism. Today we recall this date, the Kakori incident and the British play involved. The Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) or the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association The HRA was a radical left wing organization that operated from underground. It was founded by Sachindranath Sanyal. The manifesto was titled as The Revolutionary. After the sudden suspension of the Non- cooperation movement by Mahatma Gandhi in 1919, the youth leaders felt it was early. Moreover, the ideologies differed at a certain level. Leaders like Bismil were revolutionary in their approach and believed in overthrowing the British Raj through violence. They opposed Gandhi in the 37th session of the INC held in Bihar (1922). The INC was then divided into two groups one of the liberals and the other of rebels. The latter was the HRA, that adopted violent revolutionary means against the Britishers. They wanted to attain freedom through armed revolutions. HRA became The Hindustan Socialist Republican Association under the influence of Bhagat Singh. The Kakori train robbery case: Call it the Kakori conspiracy, Kakori incident, Kakori loot or the Kakori train robbery case. It was on Aug 9, 1925 when members of the Hindustan Republican Association (later known as the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association) executed a train robbery at the Kakori train station near Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The mastermind behind is said to be Ram Prasad Bismil, the others who were majorly involved were Asfaqullah Khan, Chandrashekhar Azad, Rajendra Lahiri and Roshan Singh. Apart from the key attackers, there were Sachindra Bakshi, Manmathnath Gupta, Mukundi Lal, Keshab Chakravorty, Banwari Lal and Murali Lal. There was a need of arms and ammunition to carry out the organizations activities, thus in order to arrange for the funds members of the HRA decided to loot the government treasury. As the Sahranpur Lucknow train approached Kakori station, the revolutionaries stormed inside it. It was believed that the Kakori mail was transporting the British treasury. Overthrowing the guards, they could loot Rs. 8000. No passenger was robbed or caused any harm (except for one). What followed after: The incident spurred horror around. However, it even encouraged more such revolutionaries to carry on such acts. The British Raj called for a manhunt against those involved in the tragic robbery. Nearly 40 people were arrested, all the key strategists except for Chandrashekhar Azad. They were arrested under multiple charges, including theft and attempted murder. The trial started in May 1926. In its final verdict, the court sentenced Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan, Roshan Singh and Lahiri to death. In jail, they went on a hunger strike demanding to be treated alike political prisoners. While outside, there was public dissatisfaction against the verdict. 78 members of the Central Legislative Assembly filed a petition to the Viceroy of India for the death sentence to be turned to life term. The Privy council and the British monarch were also sent the final appeal in this regard. But of no use. The three youth were hanged on the cold early morning of 19 th Dec 1927. Rajendra Lahiri was hanged two days earlier at the Gonda jail on 17 th Dec 1927. Other facts: It is also believed that the money looted was not to purchase arms and ammunition, rather for establishing printing press. They wanted to publish socialist literature for the youth. HRA was working towards uniting the country. Asfaqullah Khan even addressed the countrymen to stay united when all the Britishers were trying to do was divide them on communal lines. 40 people were arrested when only 10 people were involved in the incident. Know the leaders Ram Prasad Bismil The poet, writer and great revolutionary of India was born on 11 th June 1897. He belonged to Shahjahanpur district of then North western province of India. A Tomar Rajput, Bismil was associated with Arya Samaj at an early age. He was one of the initial members of the HRA. Bismil composed his poems in Hindi and Urdu, his pen names were Ram, Agyat and Bismil. He published a pamphlet called Deshvasiyon ke naam sandesh and a poem Mainpuri ki Pratigya. He carried out various underground activities, a poem titled Mann ki Lahar and translated two Bengali works. He drafted the yellow paper constitution of the HRA in 1923. Another work Kranti Geetanjali was published after his death in 1929. Not to forget the immortal poem- Sarfaroshi ki tamanna. In his honor, The Amar Shaheed Bismil Smarak has been established. The Pt. Ram Prasad Bismil Railway station 11 kms away from Shahjahanpur. A memorial that honors the Kakori conspirists at Kakori which was inaugurated by then PM Indira Gandhi. Asfaqullah Khan The revolutionary leader was born on 22 nd October 1900 in a Muslim Pathan family of Khyber tribe in Shahjahanpur. Khan met Ram Prasad Bismil and started working with him closely. He was an Urdu writer, writing in the name of Hasrat. He was inspired by the Lenin and Bolshevik revolutions in Russia. He firmly believed in socialist ideology. The freedom fighter was against religious communalism. Along with the others, he also got involved in the Kakori conspiracy. Out of his many writings in the jail, what catches attention is Brave dies once, cowards daily. you must read the proceedings of my case, then you will come to know to what extent I loved my motherland as a true Muslim. Aye mere paak khuda, Hindustan ki sarzameen par Azadi ka suraj ab jald tulu farma. (Oh Almighty let the Sun of Independence shine over Hindustan soon. Thakur Roshan Singh The revolutionary was born in Nabadi village of Shahjahanpur district on 22 nd January 1892. During the Non cooperation movement, he was sentenced for the Bareilly shooting case in 1921-22. After coming back from jail, he went on to join the HRA. It is said that he didnt participate in the Kakori robbery case, but was still arrested. He faced the trial in the murder that happened during the robbery. He was hanged alongside the other martyrs on 19 th January 1927. The three revolutionaries have been forgotten over time. They martyred for the nation when they were mere youths. And even before, when a young boy has dreams for himself, they had the dreams of freeing the nation from the shackles of the British. Now we can say that their means were unlawful, but how will you justify for the sacrifice they made. Leaving back bereaved families and loved ones. But a Bismil and an Ashfaqullah Khan taught us How to work for the betterment of the nation by standing united, rising above communal differences.

UP man dials 112, threatens to kill CM Yogi Adityanath; arrested

Bareilly (UP), Dec 19: A man has been arrested here for allegedly threatening to kill Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and police officials. According to police, Anil dialled 112, an emergency service number, and claimed that he would shoot the chief minister on January 26. He also threatened the station in-charge of Izzatnagar police station and other officers, they said. After receiving the threat on Tuesday night, police launched a search operation, but the accuseds phone was switched off. [] The post UP man dials 112, threatens to kill CM Yogi Adityanath; arrested appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

UP man arrested for threatening to kill CM Yogi Adityanath

BAREILLY: A man has been arrested here for allegedly threatening to kill Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and police officials. According to police, Anil dialled 112, an emergency service number, and claimed that he would shoot the chief minister on January 26. He also threatened the station in-charge of Izzatnagar police station and other officers, they said. After receiving the threat on Tuesday night, police launched a search operation, but the accused's phone was switched off. Following extensive efforts overnight, Anil was located and arrested on Wednesday, said SHO of Izzatnagar Police Station Dhananjay Pandey. An FIR has been registered, and the accused is being interrogated. He will be produced before a court here later on Thursday, the police officer said. The threats raised tensions in the area, creating fears of communal unrest. Prompt action was taken to prevent escalation and maintain peace. We are also investigating the accused's intent and mental state, the SHO added. Anil initially filed a complaint with a local PRV team on Tuesday evening, claiming his friend had borrowed his motorcycle and failed to return it, police said. However, when they questioned him, he started hurling abuses and issued threats. Around 11 pm, Anil called 112, issuing the death threat, the police said.

Uttar Pradesh man threatens to kill CM Yogi Adityanath; arrested

Bareilly: A man has been arrested here for allegedly threatening to kill Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and police officials. According to police, Anil dialled 112, an emergency service number, and claimed that he would shoot the chief minister on January 26. He also threatened the station in-charge of Izzatnagar police station and other Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Five killed in UP's Shahjahanpur road accident

Shahjahanpur: A car rammed into a truck, leaving five members of a family dead and five others critically injured in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur district, police said on Thursday. Superintendent of Police (SP) Rajesh S said, The accident occurred near the Barkheda Jaipal crossroads on the Bareilly-Etawah highway when a family travelling to Delhi in an Ertiga car collided with an oncoming truck late Wednesday night. The deceased were identified as Riyazul Ali (45), Amna (42), Gudiya (9), Tamanna 'Anu' (32), and Noor (6). Riyazul, a resident of Kant town in Shahjahanpur, was engaged in the garment business in Delhi, the police said. The family had left for Delhi at around 10 PM on Wednesday night after attending a wedding. Their vehicle met with the fatal collision shortly thereafter, the SP said. Police said they have taken the truck driver into custody and seized the vehicle. Shamsher Ali, the uncle of Riyazul, said at the hospital, The family had come to Shahjahanpur two days ago for a wedding and were returning to Delhi when this tragedy occurred. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has expressed condolences to the bereaved families. In a statement, he directed district officials to ensure the injured receive proper treatment and prayed for their speedy recovery.

Five killed as truck collides with car in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur

SHAHJAHANPUR: A car rammed into a truck, leaving five members of a family dead and five others critically injured in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur district, police said on Thursday. Superintendent of Police (SP) Rajesh S said, The accident occurred near the Barkheda Jaipal crossroads on the Bareilly-Etawah highway when a family travelling to Delhi in an Ertiga car collided with an oncoming truck late Wednesday night. The deceased were identified as Riyazul Ali (45), Amna (42), Gudiya (9), Tamanna 'Anu' (32), and Noor (6). Riyazul, a resident of Kant town in Shahjahanpur, was engaged in the garment business in Delhi, the police said. The family had left for Delhi at around 10 PM on Wednesday night after attending a wedding. Their vehicle met with the fatal collision shortly thereafter, the SP said. Police said they have taken the truck driver into custody and seized the vehicle. Shamsher Ali, the uncle of Riyazul, said at the hospital, The family had come to Shahjahanpur two days ago for a wedding and were returning to Delhi when this tragedy occurred. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has expressed condolences to the bereaved families. In a statement, he directed district officials to ensure the injured receive proper treatment and prayed for their speedy recovery.

Three killed in tanker truck accident in Uttar Pradesh

SHAHJAHANPUR: Three people, including two young girls, were killed on Tuesday when their motorcycle was hit by a speeding tanker truck, police said. The incident occurred on the Bareilly-Etawah road as the victims were travelling towards Katra on a motorcycle, Additional Superintendent of Police (Rural) Manoj Kumar Awasthi told PTI. A speeding tanker truck coming from the opposite direction rammed into the bike, killing Samsuddin (25), Gulbahar (17) and Reena (18) on the spot, Awasthi said. The police rushed to the scene and sent the bodies for post-mortem examination. The truck driver fled the scene after the incident, abandoning the vehicle. An attempt is on to nab him, the police said.

Crime Patrol Actor Sapna Singhs son found dead, drug overdose suspected

Bareilly: Crime Patrol actor Sapna Singh staged a protest in Bareilly after her 14-year-old son was found dead under suspicious circumstances, with police arresting his two friends over the case, officials said on Wednesday, December 11. She ended the protest on Tuesday after more than 90 minutes following polices assurance that action would be taken. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Crime Patrol actress Sapna Singh's 14-year-old son found dead in Bareilly, police arrest his two friends

Sagar, a Class 8 student, was staying with his maternal uncle Om Prakash in Anand Vihar Colony, Bareilly, according to police. His body was discovered Sunday morning near Adalakhia village in the Izzatnagar police station area.

Bareilly court awards 20 years imprisonment to Fareen Ahmed for raping 7-year-old girl by claiming to be a Kinnar

Fareen Ahmed raped a 7-year-old girl by claiming to be a Kinnar, but a court-ordered gender test showed that he is male

Actor Sapna Singh's son found dead in Bareilly, his 2 friends held

Bareilly: Actor Sapna Singh staged a protest in Bareilly after her 14-year-old son was found dead under suspicious circumstances, with police arresting his two friends over the case, officials said on Wednesday. She ended the protest on Tuesday after more than 90 minutes following police's assurance that action will be taken. Her son Sagar Gangwar's two adult friends -- identified as Anuj and Sunny -- were arrested and sent to jail on Wednesday on charges of murder, the officials said. The postmortem report could not confirm the exact cause of death but indications of poisoning or drug overdose have been found. Viscera samples have been preserved for further examination, Circle Officer (Faridpur) Ashutosh Shivam said. Bhuta Police Station Inspector Sunil Kumar added, Anuj and Sunny confessed during questioning that they had consumed drugs and alcohol with Sagar. The overdose caused Sagar to collapse. Panicking, they dragged his body to a field and left him there. Sagar, a Class 8 student, was staying with his maternal uncle Om Prakash in Anand Vihar Colony, Bareilly, according to police. His body was discovered Sunday morning near Adalakhia village in the Izzatnagar police station area. Initially, a postmortem was conducted, treating it as an unidentified case. However, the Baradari police had registered a missing persons complaint filed by Om Prakash on December 7, an official said. Following the identification of the body, CCTV footage near the incident site showed Anuj and Sunny dragging Sagar. This led to their detention, the official added. The incident sparked protest in Sagar's village, with residents blocking the road and demanding a second postmortem. Sapna Singh, known for her roles in TV programmes Crime Patrol and Mati Ki Banno, returned from Mumbai on Tuesday to find her son dead. She broke down upon seeing his body and demanded justice. Police added a murder case following the protests and filed a fresh FIR at the Bhuta police station.

Crime Patrol actor Sapna Singh's son found dead in Bareilly; Poisoning or drug overdose suspected, two friends arrested

A 14-year-old boy died under suspicious circumstances in Bareilly. His mother, TV actor Sapna Singh, held a protest. Police arrested the boy's two friends. The friends confessed to consuming drugs and alcohol with the boy. They abandoned him in a field after an overdose. A murder investigation is underway. Police are awaiting further test results.

Actor Sapna Singh's teenage son found dead in Bareilly

Actor Sapna Singh staged a protest in Bareilly after her 14-year-old son was found dead under suspicious circumstances. Police arrested his two friends, Anuj and Sunny, on charges of murder. The postmortem report indicated possible poisoning or drug overdose, and the friends confessed to consuming drugs and alcohol with the victim before he collapsed.

Actor Sapna Singh's Son Found Dead In Bareilly, His 2 Friends Arrested

Actor Sapna Singh staged a protest in Bareilly after her 14-year-old son was found dead under suspicious circumstances, with police arresting his two friends over the case, officials said on Wednesday.

Person Faking Sexual Identity Jailed For 20 Years For Raping Girl: UP Cops

A local court in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly sentenced a 22-year-old person, who faked his sexual identity, to 20 years imprisonment for raping a minor girl, a police officer said on Tuesday.

3 Injured After Shortcut On Google Maps Lands Them In UP Canal

Three persons were on Tuesday injured when their car fell into a canal in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly district allegedly after following a shortcut route on Google Maps.

Google Maps Error Causes Car to Plunge into Bareilly Canal

Travelling by looking at the location from Google Map has become very dangerous. A few days ago, three people died when a car fell from an incomplete bridge. Once again, an accident happened due to Google Map in Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh. A car located on Pilibhit Road in Izzat Nagar police station area of Bareilly fell into the Kalapur canal due to Google Map. There were three people in the car. Police teams reached the spot as soon as the incident was reported. The police got the car out of the canal with the help of JCB. Thankfully, the lives of three car riders were saved. Izzat Nagar police station in-charge Dhananjav Pandey said that Divyanshu son of Mahendra Pratap Singh, a resident of Auraiya, and two people with him had left in their Tata Tagore car. He was going to Pilibhit with the help of Google Map from satellite. Kalapur canal has cut the road near village Barkapur Tiraha. Due to this, the car overturned in the canal. Three people in the car narrowly escaped. The car was taken out with the help of a crane. The incident happened on 24th November : A tragic accident happened in Bareilly on 24th November due to wrong route shown on Google Map. There is a bridge near Muda village on the road from Dataganj of Badaun to Faridpur of Bareilly, which is incomplete. On 24th November, three people travelling in a car became victims of the accident. They went ahead with the help of Google Map and as soon as the bridge ended, their car fell 20 feet down, due to which all three people died. In this incident, the negligence of PWD was also revealed. Despite being incomplete, no barriers and indicators were installed on it. In this case, the Naib Tehsildar of Dataganj had filed a case against five engineers. The police has also issued a notice to Google. Today is going to be the day for those who are making financial plans Today is going to be the day of these zodiac people full of laziness This is going to happen in terms of married life today for the people of these zodiac signs.

Stones hurled at Kashi Vishwanath Express in UP

Bareilly (UP): Unidentified persons pelted stones at the Kashi Vishwanath Express at Dhaneta Halt, near Fatehganj West here and damaged the window of a coach, an official said on Monday. No injuries were reported in the incident, he said. According to Ajit Pratap Singh, the station in-charge of Bareilly Railway Police Force, the incident took place on Saturday, when the train was going from Delhi to Varanasi.When the train reached Dhaneta Halt, some people started throwing stones at it, causing a window of coach B-1 to crack, Singh said. An FIR has been filed in Rampur in connection with the incident. The RPF has launched a search operation in villages along the railway line, from Bareilly Junction to Chandausi, Moradabad and Shahjahanpur to identify and apprehend the stone pelters, Singh said.

Car Falls Off Broken UP Bridge: FIR Names Google Maps; Locals Say PWD To Blame For 3 Deaths

The trio died on November 23 after their car plunged into the Ramganga River from an unmarked, broken bridge on the Bareilly-Budaun border

Road crash leaves four doctors, lab technician dead in UP's Lucknow-Agra Expressway

KANNAUJ: A road accident on the Lucknow-Agra Expressway early Wednesday claimed the lives of four doctors and a laboratory technician, all affiliated with the Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences in Saifai, police said. The incident took place when a high-speed SUV lost control and collided with a divider. A truck then struck the vehicle. Superintendent of Police Amit Kumar Anand said the incident occurred around 3 am when the SUV veered off course and crashed into the median divider. The vehicle subsequently crossed into the oncoming lane, where it collided with a truck. As a result, the four doctors and one lab technician died on the spot. One additional person, a PG student, suffered serious injuries and was rushed to Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Medical College in Tirwa for treatment, the officer said. The deceased have been identified as Dr. Anirudh Verma, 29, from Agra; Dr. Santosh Kumar Maurya, 46, from Bhadohi; Dr. Arun Kumar, 34, from Kannauj; and Dr. Nardev, 35, from Bareilly along with laboratory technician Rakesh Kumar, 38. The group of doctors and the technician were reportedly returning to Saifai after attending a wedding in Lucknow. Circle Officer of Tirwa Dr. Priyanka Bajpai said the injured, Jaiveer Singh, 39, from Moradabad, has been admitted to the Tirwa Medical College. Police have sent the bodies for postmortem.

Google Helping Officials In Bareilly Bridge Death Probe: Report

Tech giant Google is assisting authorities investigating the deaths of three menwho allegedly drove off an unfinished bridge in UP

PWD, Google Maps Officials Booked As 3 Died After Their Car Rolled Over An Under-Construction Bridge In Bareilly

The car fell into the Ramganga River from a partially constructed bridge.

Google Maps Leads to Tragedy: Three Killed After Car Plunges from Unfinished Flyover in UP

Bareilly: Three people tragically lost their lives in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, after their car, guided by Google Maps, drove onto an under-construction flyover and plunged into a river. The accident occurred on Saturday when the victims, two of whom were identified as Vivek and Amit, were traveling from Gurugram to Bareilly to attend a wedding. The victims were using Google Maps for directions when the GPS mistakenly led them onto the incomplete bridge. The car drove onto the structure and fell into the shallow Ramganga river from a height of 50 feet. The damaged car was discovered the next morning by locals, and the three men were found dead inside. The police were alerted and arrived at the scene, confirming the incident. A Wagon R, which appeared to be a hired taxi, was found in the river. Authorities confirmed the deaths of the two identified victims, Vivek and Amit, and are working to confirm the identity of the third person. The damaged car was found on the river at 9:30 am. Upon investigation, we saw that the car had fallen from an incomplete bridge into the river, said a police spokesperson. The bodies were sent for post-mortem examinations, and investigations are ongoing. In response, Google expressed its condolences to the victims' families and assured that it is working closely with authorities to investigate the cause of the incident. A Google spokesperson said, Our deepest sympathies go out to the families. We are cooperating with the authorities and providing our support for further investigation. Family members of the victims have raised concerns over the lack of safety measures at the site, including the absence of barricades at the unfinished flyover. They have called for an FIR to be filed against the construction department for negligence. Google New Chrome Updates for iOS: Enhanced Lens, Save to Drive, Shopping Insights & More

PWD, Google Maps officials booked in Bareilly bridge death case

Three men died after their car plunged into the Ramganga River from an under-construction bridge in Uttar Pradesh, India. Police blamed faulty Google Maps directions for the tragedy and filed charges against four Public Works Department engineers and a Google Maps official. The bridge, damaged by floods, lacked safety barriers and warning signs. Google is cooperating with the investigation.

Floods, barricades and Google Maps: As car with 3 young men falls off a damaged bridge in UP, read what went wrong

The trio was travelling to attend a wedding in Faridpur on Sunday. Earlier, they had attended a family function in Budaun on Saturday night and took the Budaun-Faridpur route instead of the usual Moradabad-Bareilly route and relied completely on Google Maps.

Google Maps leads three men to death as car plunges from incomplete bridge into river in Bareilly, UP

Three men traveling from Gurugram to Bareilly died in a car accident. Their taxi fell off an incomplete bridge in Faridpur. They were using Google Maps. The navigation app led them to the unfinished bridge. Villagers found the car the next morning. Police recovered the bodies. The victims' families blame the lack of barricades. An investigation is underway.

Car Falls Off Bridge in UP, 3 Dead After Following Google Maps

A tragic accident in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, claimed three lives on Sunday when a car plunged off an unfinished bridge, reportedly guided there by Google Maps. The incident occurred near the Katri village area while the victims were traveling to a temple. The car fell into a deep trench at the incomplete bridge, which lacked adequate barricades or warning signs to alert drivers. Locals reported that several accidents have occurred at this site due to the absence of proper safety measures. Authorities have launched an investigation into the bridge's condition and the role of navigation tools in the incident. The families of the deceased have called for stricter regulations to prevent similar tragedies. This case underscores concerns about the risks of over-relying on navigation apps without verifying local road conditions.

Photos: Violence in Sambhal over Mosque survey

Sambhal: Three people were killed and scores of others, including around 20 security personnel and four personnel of the administration, were injured as protesters opposing a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque here clashed with police on Sunday. Bareilly: Police conduct a flag march in the wake of Sambhal violence, in Bareilly district, Sunday, Nov. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Misled by GPS, car falls into river; 3 killed

Three people died when their car fell into the Ramganga river from a partially constructed bridge in Bareilly on Sunday, police said, adding that they suspect the driver was misled by its navigation system into taking the unsafe route.

UP: 3 Dead After Car Falls Into River From Broken Bridge In Bareilly Due To GPS Error

Earlier this year, floods had caused the front section of the bridge to collapse into the river, but the GPS had not been updated to reflect this change

UP: 25-foot iron rod recovered from Pilibhit-Bareilly railway track

An FIR has been registered against unknown persons after the police along with railway staff recovered a 25-foot long iron rod from the Pilibhit-Bareilly railway track under the Jahanabad police station area, officials said on Sunday.Circle Officer (City) Deepak Chaturvedi told reporters that at 9:20 pm on November 22, an iron rod of about 12 mm diameter measuring 25 feet was found on the railway track near Lalouri Kheda, forcing train No. 05312 between Pilibhit and Bareilly to stop there for about four minutes after its engine hit the object. Teams from police, Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) visited the spot to probe the matter, Chaturvedi said. Netra Pal Singh, a senior section engineer in the Railways, said the iron rod was placed on the track near the railway crossing between Jehanabad and Shahi railway stations. Singh also described the act as a deliberate conspiracy to harm the train and its passengers. According to the police, the iron rod was taken from an underpass being demolished by the Railways near the Jahanabad crossing, about 2 km from the tracks where it was found. The police suspect that it may have been placed on the track to cut it as it was quite long. Considering the seriousness of the matter, a complaint has been lodged with the police against unknown persons, he added. The police are scanning the CCTV footage from the nearby areas to find any clue. Following the incident, officials have appealed to the people to remain alert about suspicious activities near railway tracks. A spate of similar incidents have been reported from Uttar Pradesh in recent times, which have become a cause for worry for the authorities. On October 6, a passenger train was briefly halted after the loco pilot saw a pile of soil dumped on the tracks near the Raghuraj Singh railway station in Raebareli. On October 2, a fire extinguisher belonging to the Railways was spotted on the tracks by the loco pilot of a goods train who applied breaks on time near the Ambiyapur railway station in Kanpur Dehat district. An empty gas cylinder was spotted on the tracks on September 22 by a goods train loco pilot, who applied emergency brakes and stopped the train near Prempur railway station in Kanpur. A similar incident was reported on September 8 when an attempt was made to derail the Kalindi Express heading towards Bhiwani from Prayagraj by placing an LPG cylinder on the tracks.

Wayanad: Priyanka crosses lead achieved by Rahul in 2024 LS polls

Wayanad: Top Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was on Saturday comfortably cruising towards her maiden electoral win from Wayanad in Kerala, as she surpassed the lead achieved by her brother Rahul Gandhi in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls earlier this year with party leaders and ally IUML predicting a big win for her amid the counting trends. The Congress-led UDF's candidate from this hill constituency, Priyanka, extended her lead by over 3.8 lakh votes after five hours of counting of the ballots in the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll, according to the Election Commission. Reacting to the lead achieved by Priyanka, Congress' ally Indian Union Muslim League and Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said she would get more votes than her brother Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha polls in April this year and will win by a record margin. An amazing first trend on counting day is the massive early lead for our leader @priyankagandhi ji in Wayanad, Kerala, by-election. People of Wayanad are surely going to record in victory margins today and Priyanka ji will make Parliamentary debut with a grand win, Reddy said in a post on 'X'. IUML supremo Panakkad Sadiq Ali Shihab Thangal said that going by the trends, Priyanka will get more votes than what Rahul got and the majority she achieves would also be higher than that of her brother. A similar view was expressed by IUML's national general secretary P K Kunhalikutty. On the other hand, BJP leader Anil K Antony, earlier in the day, had claimed that though Priyanka has achieved a good lead, her victory margin would be less than what Rahul got in the 2024 and 2019 LS polls in the hill constituency. According to the latest EC figures, Priyanka had a lead of 3,82,975 with 5,78,526 votes. LDF's Sathyan Mokeri was behind her with 1,95,551 votes and NDA's Navya Haridas was in the third spot with 1,04,947 votes. Rahul had got 6,47,445 votes and won by a margin of 3,64,422 votes against his nearest rival, CPI's Annie Raja, in the LS polls this year. In 2019, he had got 7,06,367 votes and had won by a margin of 4,31,770 votes. After winning from Rae Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh as well, in this year's polls, Rahul vacated the Wayanad seat, and the party nominated his sister Priyanka, paving the way for her electoral debut. The bypoll turnout in Wayanad, which has over 14 lakh registered voters, was around 65 per cent, a decline from the close to 74 per cent in the LS polls held in April this year and much lower than the over 80 per cent turnout in the hill constituency in the 2019 general elections. The counting of votes commenced at 8 am with postal ballots being taken up first. The strong rooms, where the EVMs were kept, were opened more than an hour before counting began. The bypoll for the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat was held on November 13. Of the 16 candidates who contested, the main contenders are Priyanka, ruling CPI(M)-led LDF's Sathyan Mokeri, a political veteran, and BJP-headed NDA's Navya Haridas.

NARCL to take over debt of Sri Govindaraja for Rs 270 crore

National Asset Reconstruction Co (NARCL) is poised to acquire the troubled textile company Sri Govindaraja Mills. NARCL's offer of 270 crore, representing a 36% recovery for lenders, was unchallenged. This marks NARCL's second successful acquisition of a non-performing asset, following its acquisition of the Bareilly Highways Project last month.

2020 Video of Bareilly Police Thrashing Locals Shared With False Communal Twist

This video dates back to April 2020 and shows Bareilly police attacking locals for enforcing COVID-19 lockdown.

UP: Actress Disha Patani's father duped of Rs 25 lakh; FIR filed

Bareilly (UP): Jagdish Singh Patani, retired deputy SP and father of actress Disha Patani, was allegedly defrauded of Rs 25 lakh by a group of five individuals who promised him a high-ranking position in a government commission, police here said on Friday.An FIR was registered at Bareilly Kotwali police station on Friday evening. Kotwali police station in-charge D K Sharma said, A case has been registered against Shivendra Pratap Singh, Diwakar Garg, Acharya Jayaprakash from Juna Akhara, Preeti Garg, and one unidentified person for cheating, criminal intimidation, and extortion. Efforts are underway to arrest the accused and take strict action, Sharma added. Jagdish Patani, a resident of Bareilly's Civil Lines area, alleged that Shivendra Pratap Singh, whom he knew personally, introduced him to Diwakar Garg and Acharya Jayaprakash, according to the complaint. The accused claimed to have strong political connections and assured Patani of securing a position as chairman, vice-chairman, or a similar prestigious post in a government commission. After gaining Patani's trust, the group allegedly took Rs 25 lakh from him --? Rs 5 lakh in cash and Rs 20 lakh through transfers to three different bank accounts. When no progress was made over three months, the accused promised to return the money with interest, the complaint stated. However, when Patani demanded his money back, they began issuing threats and behaving aggressively, police said. Patani further alleged that the conmen misled him by introducing an accomplice as an officer on special duty named Himanshu to reinforce their false claims of political connections. Suspecting a larger fraud, he lodged a complaint with the police, leading to the registration of the FIR.

Bandhavgarh elephant deaths: NGT issues notice to authorities

New Delhi: The National Green Tribunal has sought responses from the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Wildlife Institute of India and others on the issue of the mysterious deaths of 10 elephants in Madhya Pradesh's Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve that have been linked to Kodo millet poisoning. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) had taken suo motu (on its own) cognisance of a media report regarding the deaths. The tribunal noted the report according to which initial investigations indicated the cause of mysterious deaths to Kodo millet contamination and samples had been sent for further analysis to two labs -- the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly and a forensic lab in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar. The news item highlights that Kodo millet is a staple food in many parts of India, known for its high dietary fibre and mineral content. However, when contaminated with mycotoxins, it can be susceptible to fungal contamination, particularly during the monsoon season, when the crop is harvested in damp conditions, it can cause severe health issues in both humans and animals, including liver damage, kidney problems and gastrointestinal issues, said a bench of NGT Chairperson Justice Prakash in an order dated November 12. The bench, also comprising judicial member Justice Arun Kumar Tyagi and expert member Afroz Ahmad, said the discovery of such contamination is concerning, as it poses a risk to wildlife and livestock that may come into contact with the crop. The above matter indicates a violation of the Forest Conservation Act and the Environment Protection Act and the news item raises substantial issues relating to compliance with the environmental norms, the tribunal said. It impleaded as parties or respondents the secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, directors of the Wildlife Institute of India and IVRI, Madhya Pradesh's principal chief conservator of forest and chief wildlife warden and the district magistrate of Umaria. Issue notice to the above respondents for filing their response/reply by way of affidavit before the Central Zonal Bench of the Tribunal at least one week before the next date of hearing (on December 12), the tribunal said.

Victims of bulldozer action in UP welcome Supreme Court verdict, say will seek compensation

Prayagraj/Bareilly, Nov 14 (PTI) A day after the Supreme Court verdict on bulldozer action, the victims of demolition drives across Uttar Pradesh have breathed a sigh of relief and said they would take legal recourse to seek compensation for their losses. The Uttar Pradesh government, which has been receiving flak from various quarters over its bulldozer action, has also hailed the apex courts verdict while clarifying that the demolitions were carried out after following due process and on properties constructed on encroached lands. Equating bulldozer justice with a lawless state of affairs where might is right, the Supreme Court on

Victims of bulldozer action in UP welcome SC verdict, say will seek compensation

PRAYAGRAJ/BAREILLY: A day after the Supreme Court verdict on bulldozer action , the victims of demolition drives across Uttar Pradesh have breathed a sigh of relief and said they would take legal recourse to seek compensation for their losses. The Uttar Pradesh government, which has been receiving flak from various quarters over its bulldozer action, has also hailed the apex court's verdict while clarifying that the demolitions were carried out after following due process and on properties constructed on encroached lands. Equating ulldozer justice with a lawless state of affairs where might is right, the Supreme Court on Wednesday laid down pan-India guidelines and said no property should be demolished without a prior show cause notice and the affected must be given 15 days to respond. In Prayagraj, the house of Javed Mohammad, who runs a pump set business, was demolished with a bulldozer on June 12, 2022. Police justified the action, saying he had five cases registered against him and was the main accused in a stone pelting incident in the Atala area. Houses shouldn't be demolished in an arbitrary manner...when my two-storey house was being demolished, my wife and daughter were kept in police custody, Mohammad said, hailing the SC verdict. Why 'bulldozer justice' goes against the grain of rule of law He claimed his house was razed without notice as the local administration was eager to prove to the higher-ups that it had ensured action overnight. The administration's claim of sending a notice is completely false...they never sent any notice, he said. He said after the demolition, his family faced a lot of hardships and no one came forward to help. No friend or relative came forward to help.With great difficulty my family shifted to a rented house, he said, adding that due to the demolition, he suffered huge losses in his business. Prayagraj Development Authority Secretary Ajit Singh, however, said the authority only takes action against those houses or shops that are not approved. Before a demolition, a notice is issued and the person is given an opportunity to present his side. Action is taken only after that, he said. In Bareilly, houses of 16 people were demolished in Gausganj village in Shahi area on July 22. The houses belonged to those named as accused in a clash over taking out a Tazia procession in which one person was killed. Reacting to the SC verdict Rasidan, Nafisa and Saira Khatoon of Gausganj, whose houses had been demolished, said they will approach the court to seek compensation. Sub Divisional Magistrate Tripti Gupta said 11 houses of those involved in vandalism were identified in the village. These houses were constructed after encroaching on the Gram Sabha land. Later, a revenue team identified five more such houses that too were demolished, she said. On June 22, two groups of Rajiv Rana and Aditya Upadhyay fired at each other in Bareilly over a dispute. On June 27, Rana's house and hotel in the Tulasherpur locality were demolished while the resort of Upadhyay also saw bulldozer action on July 28. Rana's daughter Avantika said after the SC decision, they have decided to take the police, district administration and the Bareilly Development Authority to court to seek compensation. While BDA Vice Chairman Manikandon A said that Upadhyay's resort was constructed illegally, the businessman's mother, Savitri Devi, said no notice was served to them regarding the demolition. We were not given time to take out our belongings, said Devi. Five more houses were demolished in Kalyanpur village in the Sirauli area after a blast in a cracker factory killed eight people on October 6. Sub Divisional Magistrate of Aonla, Nanhe Ram, said the houses were damaged due to the explosion and had to be demolished to prevent their collapse and more loss of lives. How can demolition be carried out just because a person is accused? SC slams 'bulldozer justice'

Bribe In Instalments? Bareilly Official Breaks New Grounds, Arrested

A strange case of bribery has come to light in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, where an employee of the Minority Welfare Department has asked the victim for a bribe of Rs 1 lakh to move forward a file involving the transfer of a madrasa.

I wont even have water from you: UP right wing worker harasses vendor

A food vendor in Uttar Pradeshs Bareilly district was harassed by Hindutva workers who accused him of hiding his religious identity and serving them food. A video of the incident has emerged on the social media platform X where one Hindutva worker who introduces himself as Himanshu Joshi, national president of a Rashtriya Seva Sangh Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Delhi Police seizes 787 kg of 'ganja' from truck, 1 held

New Delhi: Delhi Police has arrested one person from the Swaroop Nagar area for allegedly transporting 787 kg of 'ganja' (cannabis) hidden in a truck, officials said on Saturday. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Outer North) Nidhin Valsan said that acting on a tip-off, the police laid a trap near Nangli Poona in Swaroop Nagar on Saturday. A truck bearing Uttar Pradesh registration number and driven by a man later identified as Mohd Jabir from Bareilly was stopped by the police, the officer said. Upon a search of the vehicle, the police found ganja weighing 787 kg hidden in packets containing corn, the DCP said. During interrogation, Jabir disclosed that on the instruction of a person named Sonu from Meerut, he went to Kalahandi district in Odissa where a man named Raju handed him the truck loaded with ganja hidden in packets of corn, Valsan said. He was told to wait in the Swaroop Nagar area on reaching Delhi from where he was nabbed, the DCP said. The accused also disclosed that he spent more than seven months in an Andhra Pradesh prison in connection with a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act before being released on bail, the officer said.

UP: Bareilly police attacked during Diwali gambling raid, 9 held

The Uttar Pradeshs Bareilly police have arrested nine people after a violent clash during a police raid on an illegal gambling den in the citys Premnagar area on Diwali night. The incident unfolded when the police received a tip-off about the illegal gambling operation and harassment of passersby. Subsequently, the police raided the placeand attempted Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

'Furious' jumbos fatally trample two men in Madhya Pradesh after deaths of ten herd members

BHOPAL: Two villagers were trampled to death by wild elephants in separate incidents in the Umaria district of eastern Madhya Pradesh on Saturday morning. One villager who was hurt in one of the incidents has been hospitalised and is now out of danger. While one incident happened in the buffer zone of the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve (BTR), the other took place in one of the villages located outside the BTR territory. The two deceased men have been identified as Ram Ratan Yadav (62) and Bhairav Kol (35). Another villager identified as Malu Sahu, meanwhile, was injured in one of the incidents, while he was harvesting the standing paddy crop in his fields. The two incidents happened between 8 am and 9 am, just a day after 10 wild elephants (including one male and nine females, two of them being pregnant) died in the Salkhaniya jungles of the BTR. With the 13-strong herd now left with only three elephants (including an adult and two semi adults), forest department officials in the area suspect that the three elephants involved in the twin tragedies on Saturday morning may be the remaining members of the same herd of jumbos. Death toll of wild elephants rises to 10 at MPs Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve Elephants are social animals and dont easily forget the loss of herd members. From the details given by the residents of village where the incidents happened on Saturday morning, three elephants, including an adult and two semi-adults, are involved. We suspect that the remaining members of the same herd (particularly the adult) have attacked humans in fury at the deaths of ten elephants. Weve formed multiple teams to search for the three elephants and rescue them after tranquilization, a senior forest department official posted in the concerned region of eastern MP told The New Indian Express . The twin tragedies happened while the entire top brass of the state forest department, particularly the wildlife wing, is camping in the BTR and holding meetings to ascertain the cause of the deaths of the ten elephants inside the tiger reserve. The top brass, including forest minister Ramniwas Rawat and senior bureaucrats and forest officials of the department rushed to BTR on Saturday, hours after the states CM Dr Mohan Yadav held a meeting with them over the deaths of the ten jumbos. According to informed sources, the CM wasnt willing to buy the forest departments theory of the ten deaths having possibly happened due to poisoning by mycotoxin present in the standing Kodo millet crop, which was consumed in large volumes by the 13-strong elephant herd. He is believed to have asked the departments higher-ups to rush to the BTR and adequately probe the deaths followed by a prompt report summing up the findings. Sources added that the central government is keeping tabs on developments in BTR after the elephant deaths. Officials of the NTCA and Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) are already in BTR in connection with the ongoing investigations. While the state government has ordered an SIT probe into the elephant deaths, the state forest departments wildlife crime investigation arm, the State Tiger Strike Force (STSF), too is probing the matter from all possible angles. Samples of pond water, standing Kodo and paddy crops, as well as samples of the dead elephants, have been sent for forensic and toxicology analysis at multiple government labs. Viscera of the elephants has been sent for testing at the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI-Bareilly) and the state forensic lab (SFL-Sagar). While the actual cause behind the ten deaths will only be clearly known once the reports of lab tests are out, autopsy reports of the ten elephants suggest the deaths may have happened due to excessive intake of Kodo crop, which could have been poisoned by the presence of fungal mycotoxins. Kodo is one of the prime millet crops in MP and is being aggressively promoted by the state government, out of PM Narendra Modis sustained vision to globally promote millets.

Ahead of bypoll, Congress targets Madhya Pradesh forest minister over deaths of 10 elephants

BHOPAL: With Madhya Pradeshs forest minister Ramniwas Rawat being the ruling BJPs candidate in one of the two November 13 assembly by-polls in the state, the opposition Congress -- his old party -- has targeted him over the recent deaths of ten elephants in the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve (BTR). Its very sad that ten elephants symbolizing Lord Ganesha died at the BTR ahead of Deepawali. We worship Lord Ganesha, but the states forest minister Ramniwas Rawat couldnt protect the elephants and doesnt want to talk about tribals living in the forest. The biggest negligence is of the forest department. The government hasnt made arrangements for these elephants. Now there is a need to give adequate powers to the forest committees and to establish coordination with the tribals living around this Tiger Reserve area. The government should now question the careless forest officials about the death of these elephants, the states leader of opposition and former MP forest minister Umang Singhar said on Friday. The state Congresss chief spokesperson Bhupendra Gupta too raised the issue of the elephant deaths in a bid to corner Rawat, who is the BJP candidate from Vijaypur seat of Gwalior-Chambal in the byelection on November 13. Rawat is the six-time sitting Congress MLA from the same seat from which he resigned after being made forest minister in the current BJP regime in the state in July. He had ended his decades-long association with the Congress during the Lok Sabha polls earlier this year. Rawat will take on ex-BJP man Mukesh Malhotra (a tribal politician) in the by-election from the constituency which has a sizeable chunk of Saharia tribal voters. These voters whove largely been loyal to the BJP in the past may flock behind their man and Congress candidate this time. The Vijaypur seat also houses the Kuno National Park the first home of cheetahs after their re-introduction in the Indian wilds in September 2022. Death toll of wild elephants rises to 10 at MPs Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve Standing Kodo crop destroyed in BTR jungles Forest department staff at the BTR destroyed and burnt on Friday the standing Kodo millet crop, which was consumed in large volumes by the 13-strong elephant herd on Monday evening in an agricultural field, hours before they started dying on Tuesday. The autopsy of the elephants has revealed presence of large volume of Kodo in their stomach. Vets and forensic experts who conducted the autopsies suspect the role of mycotoxins in Kodo due to fungal moulds in the elephants death. But anything on this aspect will only be fully established, once the detailed reports of analysis of samples sent for forensic and other tests are out, MP forest departments principal chief conservator of forests (PCCF-Wildlife) Vijay N Ambade said in the BTR on Friday. BTR deputy director PK Verma said, According to initial autopsy reports, there is a possibility of mycotoxin present (fungal mould) in the Kodo millet crop being behind the deaths. The viscera of the elephants have been sent to Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI-Bareilly) State Forensic Lab (SFL-Sagar). Based on their reports, further reasons can be found out. There is literature available which suggests similar incidents in the past with elephants elsewhere and the villagers too have informed about similar tragedies having happened with buffaloes and cows after they consumed raw Kodo from fields.

Death toll of wild elephants rises to 10 at MPs Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve

BHOPAL: The Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve (BTR) in the tiger state Madhya Pradesh, continued to report deaths of wild elephants for the third successive day on Thursday. Two more elephants who were under treatment since Tuesday, died, despite efforts by teams of veterinary experts on Thursday. With the two fresh deaths reported on Thursday, as many as 10 jumbos forming part of the 13-strong elephant herd have died since Tuesday in the Salkhaniya jungles of the BTR. Eight elephants dead in MPs Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in 24 hours According to the official statement by the state forest departments additional principal chief conservator of forest (APCCF-Wildlife) L Krishnamurthy, while ten elephants have died so far, the remaining three elephants of the 13-strong herd, are being continuously monitored in the jungles, where they are currently stated healthy and looking normal. Autopsies of nine dead elephants have already been completed, while post-mortem examination of the tenth deceased jumbo will be performed on Friday. While the report summing up the toxicological analysis of samples (Kodo and Paddy crop, pond water and faeces of elephants) collected from the spot and sent to the School of wildlife forensics and Health (SWFH-Jabalpur), is awaited, the vets camping on the spot indicated that the possible mycotoxins associated with the Kodo millet (whose standing crop was consumed by the elephant herd on Monday) might be behind the ten deaths, Krishnamurthy said. Meanwhile, understanding the magnitude of the issue, the MP state forest departments wildlife veterinarians are in regular touch and consulting experts of the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI-Bareilly), Wildlife Institute of India (WII-Dehradun), state forensic science laboratory (SFL-Sagar) and the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB-Hyderabad). Further, to the MP government decisions, the government constituted a special investigation team (SIT) and the state tiger strike force (STSF) of the forest department is probing the case from all possible angles. Meanwhile, the opposition Congress has demanded a full-fledged enquiry into the incident, while terming the death of the elephants as absolutely shocking. Congress general secretary in-charge communications and former union environment and forest minister Jairam Ramesh said, The news from the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve about the deaths of the elephants is shocking. This wipes out some 10 percent of the elephant population in the reserve at one go. A full inquiry must take place immediately and preventive measures must be instituted, the former environment minister said on X, tagging Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. Importantly, the BTR which houses the densest population of tigers in MP, has also reportedly turned out to be the most preferred habitat of wild elephants, who arrived there from adjoining Chhattisgarh in 2018. Since then, their population has multiplied there and is currently stated to be over 60 in numbers.

Six dead in UP's Budaun as tempo collides with tractor, leaving five injured

BUDAUN: At least six people, including four members of one family, were killed early Thursday when a tempo they were travelling in was struck by a tractor in the Mujaria area, police reported. The victims, who worked as vegetable vendors in Noida, were travelling in a three-wheeled loader tempo on their way home to celebrate Diwali when the tragic accident occurred. A speeding tractor-trolley collided with their vehicle, and, moments later, a car struck the tempo, severely limiting the chances of any escape. Five other passengers were injured and were immediately taken to the district hospital for treatment. Budaun District Magistrate, Nidhi Srivastav, identified the deceased as Atul, 31, from Mirzapur, and Kanhai, 35, from Bareilly, along with Kanhai's wife, Kusum, 30, and their children, Kartik, eight, and Sheenu, five. The sixth deceased is yet to be identified, she said. Following the incident, the tractor driver fled the scene, and a search is currently underway for his apprehension.

Man arrested from Noida for threatening Salman Khan by posing as gangster Bishnoi's brother

Noida (UP): A man was arrested here by Noida and Mumbai police in a joint operation for allegedly threatening actor Salman Khan and demanding Rs 10 crore extortion money by posing as gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's brother, police said on Tuesday.They said the accused, Taib Ansari, told the police that he made the threatening call on a phone number picked from the internet -- which was a 'helpline' number issued by Mumbai Police. Ansari, who hails from Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, was arrested on Monday night from an under-construction house in Sector 92 where he was working as a carpenter, Jitendra Kumar Singh, inspector in-charge of Sector 39 police station, said. He said Mumbai's Bandra Police contacted Noida Police late Monday night and informed that Lawrence Bishnoi's brother Anmol Bishnoi had threatened Salman Khan. They said the location of the phone was traced to Noida. Also, Assistant Sub Inspector of Police Bandra Police Rauf Shaikh came to Noida with his team. Singh said that a joint team of Noida and Mumbai Police raided an under-construction house in Sector 92 and Ansari was arrested from there on charges of threatening and demanding Rs 10 crore extortion money. He said that the mobile phone used in the incident was recovered from the accused. Singh said that during the interrogation, the police came to know that Ansari had obtained the number on which he made the threatening call through the internet. The number on which the accused called and threatened is a 'helpline' number issued by the Mumbai Police, he said, adding the police was interrogating him. Mumbai police will take Ansari to Maharashtra on 'transit remand' after producing him in Gautam Buddha Nagar district court, the officials said.

Noida man arrested for threatening Salman Khan by posing as gangster Bishnoi's brother

NOIDA: A man was arrested here by Noida and Mumbai police in a joint operation for allegedly threatening actor Salman Khan and demanding Rs 10 crore extortion money by posing as gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's brother, police said on Tuesday. They said the accused, Taib Ansari, told the police that he made the threatening call on a phone number picked from the internet -- which was a 'helpline' number issued by Mumbai Police. Ansari, who hails from Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, was arrested on Monday night from an under-construction house in Sector 92 where he was working as a carpenter, Jitendra Kumar Singh, inspector in-charge of Sector 39 police station, said. He said Mumbai's Bandra Police contacted Noida Police late Monday night and informed that Lawrence Bishnoi's brother Anmol Bishnoi had threatened Salman Khan.They said the location of the phone was traced to Noida. Security tightened at Salman Khan's residence after new death threats Also, Assistant Sub Inspector of Police Bandra Police Rauf Shaikh came to Noida with his team. Singh said that a joint team of Noida and Mumbai Police raided an under-construction house in Sector 92 and Ansari was arrested from there on charges of threatening and demanding Rs 10 crore extortion money. He said that the mobile phone used in the incident was recovered from the accused. Singh said that during the interrogation, the police came to know that Ansari had obtained the number on which he made the threatening call through the internet. The number on which the accused called and threatened is a 'helpline' number issued by the Mumbai Police, he said, adding the police was interrogating him. Mumbai police will take Ansari to Maharashtra on 'transit remand' after producing him in Gautam Buddha Nagar district court, the officials said. Haryana man 'plotting to kill' Salman Khan arrested by Navi Mumbai police

Bareilly's 'Donor Man' Celebrates 40 Years Of Life-Saving Blood Donations

While returning from a donation to an 18-day-old infant, Iqbal Singh Wale was involved in an accident that left him with minor injuries but sparked a profound commitment to helping others.

Zari Artisan in Bareilly Earning Rs 400 Daily Gets Income Tax Notice Of Rs 114 Crore

In 2018, the zari artisan met a person, who in turn introduced him to another person. Under the guise of offering employment, they used his documents to register a firm in Delhi, which generates a turnover of crores

4-year-old killed by aunt, 'tantrik' performing 'black magic' in Bareilly

Bareilly (UP): A four-year-old girl was allegedly killed by her aunt and a 'tantrik' as part of lack magic rituals here in a village. The duo has been arrested, officials said on Sunday. Acting on a missing person's report filed by the girl's family, police found her body from the aunt's residence, they said. On Saturday, Misty went missing from her home in Shikarpur Chaudhary village, following which, her family filed a complaint at Izzat Nagar police station. The activities of Savitri, the aunt, were found to be suspicious when she refused to allow anyone to enter her home, police said, adding that they took the help of CCTV footage of the area. Police raided her residence and found Misty's body hidden in a sack near a borewell. Senior Superintendent of Police Anurag Arya said initial investigations suggested that the murder was motivated by black magic rituals performed by Savitri and her relative Ganga Ram who is a 'tantrik'. The duo, believed to be involved in occult practices, allegedly sacrificed the innocent child as part of their dark rituals, the SSP said. Police have sent the body for the post-mortem and launched a probe into the matter.