Dr Zabeer Ahmed Gets Additional Charge Of Director, CSIR-CIMAP
Lucknow, Feb -14: Director of CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Jammu, Dr. Zabeer Ahmed today assumed the additional charge as Director of the Lucknow-based institute, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal Plants. The additional responsibility has been assigned to him upon completion of the tenure of former Director, Dr. Prabodh Kumar Trivedi. According to an official order issued, the arrangement has come into effect from February 14, 2026, he will hold the additional charge until a regular Director is appointed or until [] The post Dr Zabeer Ahmed Gets Additional Charge Of Director, CSIR-CIMAP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP's New Mantra: Triple T Technology, Trust, & Transformation, Says Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow: Taking part in the discussion on the motion of thanks to the Governor's Address in the Assembly on Friday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, The journey of the last nine years is a journey from crime and disorder to discipline. It is a journey from curfew to rule of law. It is a journey from rioting to festival. It is a journey from problem to solution and from distrust to self-confidence. In his address, the Chief Minister presented a comprehensive blueprint of Uttar Pradesh's achievements, policy changes and future direction. The Chief Minister emphatically said, Uttar Pradesh is now a state of trust and development, not fear. The journey from crime and disorder to discipline is not just administrative change, but the result of mindset and policy commitment. Political differences are part of democracy, but maintaining the dignity of constitutional institutions is the responsibility of all. Chief Minister also added, the Governor's Address at the beginning of the year is the official document of the government's achievements and future plans. During this time, the conduct of members of opposition parties in the House was inappropriate. Uttar Pradesh News: Class 12 Student Held After SUV Mows Down Six In Lucknow | VIDEO Raising questions on the Leader of Opposition, the CM said, Perhaps that's why you were not present in the House, because the Samajwadi Party members were out of your control. This was the same conduct due to which daughters were scared and traders were winding up their business. Taking the opposition to task, the Chief Minister also mentioned Ghalib. He added, Ghalib said 'Umra bhar Ghalib yahi bhool karta rha, Dhool chehre par thi, Aina saaf karta rha. Due to this conduct of the Samajwadi Party and other major opposition parties, the entire House was hurt. Chief Minister said that the image of the state did not deteriorate suddenly, but years of disorganized conduct and atmosphere of crime had affected it. Daughters were terrified, traders were forced to shut down their business and riots-curfews were common. Since 2017, zero tolerance policy has been implemented in the state. Before 2017, there was an atmosphere of policy indifference and administrative laxity, whereas now the rule of law has been established. No communal riots have occurred in the state since 2017 and a fear-free atmosphere has been created in the state. Mumbai Police Track Puppy Sexual Assault Accused To Uttar Pradesh In First Cross-State Animal Cruelty Operation Referring to the Governor's Address, the Chief Minister said that through the efforts of the double engine government, more than 6 crore people have been brought out of multidimensional poverty. This figure is according to NITI Aayog. He clarified that coming out of poverty does not mean that the beneficiaries will be deprived of other schemes. Ration, health, housing, pension and other facilities will continue. Under the Prime Minister Awas Yojana, Pucca houses are being provided to every poor person. Under Ayushman Bharat scheme, health insurance up to 5 lakh rupees is being given. Free ration arrangement continues. Elderly, destitute and disabled persons are being given annual pension of 12,000 rupees. The objective of these schemes is to reach the benefits of development to the last person of the society. Uttar Pradesh News: 50,000-Rewarded Criminal Killed In Muzaffarnagar Encounter Chief Minister also mentioned the reforms done to strengthen law and order. He informed that large-scale recruitment has been done in the police force. The number of women in the police force has increased from 10,000 to 44,000 today. Before 2017, our training capacity was not even 3,000. Today the situation is that more than 60,200 police recruitments have been done recently, and all selected candidates are being trained in the state itself. Chief Minister said that to deal with cyber crime, cyber police stations have been established in all 75 districts along with cyber help desks in every police station of the state. Forensic science ecosystem has been strengthened, due to which the investigation process has become more scientific and effective. Chief Minister said that Uttar Pradesh has now come out of the image of BIMARU state. For the first time, the economic survey has been presented in the House in an organized manner, which is a symbol of the journey from hought to system and system to development. Uttar Pradesh News: Bulandshahr Driving School Issues Certificate To Dead Man He described it as a state moving from distrust to self-confidence, where earlier news of riots used to make headlines, now news of investment, infrastructure and social welfare are getting prominence. Chief Minister said that the journey of almost 9 years is a journey from crime and disorder to discipline, from curfew to rule of law, from rioting to festival, from problem to solution and from distrust to self-confidence. That is, this journey is not just a race to acquire power, for this the government had a clear policy, clean intention, strong will power and when we collectively made efforts to achieve the goals of good governance, trust was instilled in every person's mind, yes UP can also do it, results can also be given from UP and that is what is being seen in Uttar Pradesh today. Today Uttar Pradesh is not a BIMARU state, today it has become a symbol of Triple-T. Triple T means Technology, Trust and Transformation. That is, it has emerged as a Triveni. Chief Minister said that for the first time the state's economic survey has also been presented in the House. The government has put its works forward with drumbeats. Uttar Pradesh Budget 2026-27: 43,565 Crore Allocated For New Schemes, Urban Expansion, & Education The economic survey is also a symbol of this innovative journey from thought to system and system to development, which the people of Uttar Pradesh are experiencing. They are seeing it happening in their conduct and this is the proclamation of that new era which was the desire of every Uttar Pradesh resident for years. The state with the largest population was needy for its identity, it was looked at with suspicious eyes, that used to happen. The youth of Uttar Pradesh faced an identity crisis. If any bottleneck of central government schemes was considered, it was Uttar Pradesh. Today Uttar Pradesh has overcome that and made its identity among the leading states determining the direction of development. Chief Minister said that today UP is one of the top-3 economies of the country. Now no one calls UP BIMARU. Now Uttar Pradesh has become a breakthrough of India's economy. It is leading by becoming the forward engine of India's development. Overcoming the policy indifference, administrative laxity and development-hostile mindset that was there before 2017, the state has crafted a new definition of development in the last 9 years with discipline, strong leadership, clear governance vision. Today this is the result that this economic survey has come. From Agriculture To Energy, Uttar Pradesh Tops National Rankings: Governor Anandiben Patel Through the government's welfare schemes, the works that are being done, the employment generation that has happened, the expansion of investment, the decisive steps taken to make every citizen of the state powerful, secure and self-reliant without discrimination through social security, its result is visible to us all today. Chief Minister said that a total of 92 members participated in the discussion on the Governor's Address, including 60 from ruling side and 32 from opposition. He described it as the greatest strength of the Constitution and said that starting the year from the platform of the legislature is an important part of democratic tradition. The opposition put forward their point, the ruling side put forward their side, but everyone participated in the discussion, this is a sign of healthy democracy. Chief Minister specially appreciated the role of party leaders and congratulated all honourable members for maintaining the dignity of the discussion.
From secret glances and a single rose to grand proposals: Love through the decades
Love's expression has transformed across generations in Lucknow, from stolen glances and perfumed letters in the 1960s to SMS and pizza dates in the early 2000s. By 2024, love involves lengthy messages, sunset proposals, and a strong emphasis on respect and emotional availability, showcasing evolving romantic gestures while core feelings remain constant.
Mars Appoints Manish Syag as Managing Director for its Pet Nutrition Business in India
Today, Mars, Incorporated announced the appointment of Manish Syag as Managing Director of its Pet Nutrition division in India. Manish will lead the business, home to some of the countrys most trusted and pioneering pet food brands, including PEDIGREE , WHISKAS , SHEBA, among others. Manish Syag, Managing Director, Mars Pet Nutrition Manish brings over two decades of FMCG leadership experience, having held senior sales leadership roles at Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) and GSK Consumer Healthcare. Manish joined Mars in 2024 as Chief Sales Officer and has played a key role in shaping the next phase of Mars India's pet nutrition growth story. An alumnus of IIM Lucknow, Manish is widely regarded as a strong people leader with a proven ability to scale businesses while building high-performing teams. In his new role, Manish will drive a focused India Growth Agenda, build world-class operational capabilities, and strengthen the companys leadership in the pet food industry one of the fastest emerging FMCG categories in the country. Speaking on his appointment, Manish Syag said, India is at a defining moment for the pet food market, which is expected to grow into a USD 2 billion category in a decade, evolving much as mainstream FMCG did in its early growth years, driven by access, awareness, and trust. I am excited to take on this role and lead the next phase of growth for our business in India, serving pets and pet parents across the country with trusted, high-quality packaged pet food by further strengthening our portfolio of deeply loved brands and expanding our market presence. At the heart of this journey will be our Mars Five Principles, and our Purpose: A Better World For Pets. Manish succeeds Salil Murthy , who has been elevated to the role of Global Vice President, Enterprise Transformation, Mars Pet Nutrition. In this global leadership role, Salil will focus on advancing Mars Pet Nutritions long-term transformation agenda, strengthening leadership and organisational capability, and driving growth through building a simpler, faster and more future-ready operating model. Salil will be based in London, the site of Mars Pet Nutritions global headquarters. Talking about his new role, Salil Murthy said, I am excited to take on this new global role and help shape the future of Mars Pet Nutrition. This role offers an opportunity to focus on driving accelerated growth for the global Pet Nutrition business through unleashing the power of our associates across the world, strengthening our strategic resource allocation process and our digital and AI capabilities, and accelerating transformation to win with pet parents and our customers in every market. Leading the India Pet Nutrition business has been deeply fulfilling, and I'm incredibly proud of the growth we have driven and the high-performing team we have built over the last few years. I have every confidence in Manishs leadership to take the business forward in its next phase of growth. Francisco Fernandez, Regional President, Mars Pet Nutrition - Rapid Growth Markets, said, India is one of the most important growth markets for Mars Pet Nutrition. Salils elevation reflects the strong, purpose-led business he and the team have built in India and the depth of leadership talent emerging from this market. Manishs appointment demonstrates our confidence in his expertise, leadership capability, and deep understanding of pet parents and customers in India. Together, these appointments reinforce our commitment to developing leaders from within and further strengthening Indias role in our global strategy and future growthof the business. Mars Pet Nutrition has been present in India since 2002, following the launch of PEDIGREE. In 2007, Mars established the countrys first pet food manufacturing facility, marking a key milestone in the development of the organized pet food category in India. Today, Mars Pet Nutrition serves millions of pets and pet parents across the country through its portfolio of trusted, high-quality products for both dogs and cats. YouTube .
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UP Leads India In Infrastructure, Connectivity: CM Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow : Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated, Uttar Pradesh is steadily becoming a leader in infrastructure and connectivity in India. He mentioned that the state now accounts for 55% of the countrys total expressway network. Uttar Pradesh has the largest railway network in the country and is also at the forefront in air connectivity. The Chief Minister added, Indias first Rapid Rail and the first Inland Waterway were established in Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, the countrys first urban ropeway connecting cities is also in Uttar Pradesh. The state operates metro services in the highest number of cities. While four metro projects were mentioned in the budget speech, currently metro services are fully operational in six cities, and the seventh, Meerut will be added after its inauguration by the Prime Minister. The Chief Minister further stated that Eastern and Western corridors are being operated, and the junction of the Eastern and Western Freight Corridors is being developed in Uttar Pradesh, which will become a major logistics hub. Under the Inland Waterway project, multimodal terminals are being established to enable farmers vegetables and food grains to reach global markets. The Jewar International Airport is set to become Uttar Pradeshs fifth international airport and the largest airport in India. It is being developed over 12,000 acres of land and will have five runways. Around the airport, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facilities, aviation-based industrial clusters along the expressway, and defense manufacturing activities will be developed. UP CM Yogi Adityanath Highlights 60 Lakh Homes Built For Poor In 9 Years The Chief Minister also added currently 16 airports are operational in Uttar Pradesh, and construction is underway on five more. Development projects such as metro systems, expressways, ropeways, rapid rail, and inland waterways are progressing rapidly across the state. These projects are not only enhancing connectivity but also generating investment and employment opportunities. He emphasized that Uttar Pradeshs development model is setting an example for other states in the country. Improvements in infrastructure and logistics are transforming the state into a national and global hub of economic growth.
Yogi Adityanath Highlights UPs Healthcare Transformation And Encephalitis Control
Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath clearly stated that for the government, announcements are not the benchmark-results are. Responding to opposition allegations, he said that before making any claims, one must examine the outcomes. What is the benefit of making tall claims if the results are zero? With this approach, he elaborated on the transformation in the states healthcare sector, effective control of encephalitis, expansion of medical infrastructure, and future plans for building a health economy. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed Leader of Opposition Mata Prasad Pandey, saying, Children from his district had also fallen victim to encephalitis. He reminded him that during the four terms of the Samajwadi Party government, no one visited those children. Treatment and facilities are one aspect, but sensitivity is equally important. He stated confidently that the successful efforts to save children from encephalitis are credited to the Uttar Pradesh government under the dynamic leadership of the Prime Minister. This is an achievement of the BJP and the NDAs Double Engine Government. He said, The government has established effective control over encephalitis just as it has taken strict action against mafias. The government acts firmly not only against mafias but also against deadly mosquito-borne diseases, with encephalitis being a prime example. The Chief Minister said that the concept of One District, One Medical College was advanced by his government. The number of medical colleges in the state has increased from 36 to 81. The 81st medical college has been inaugurated in Amethi, and work is ongoing on several others. Two AIIMS are operational in Gorakhpur and Raebareli. Super-specialty facilities have been developed in several medical colleges. Free dialysis services are now available in every district. Under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, 5.46 crore Golden Cards have been issued in Uttar Pradesh. He added that flexibility has been shown regarding MLA funds, so that needy patients suffering from serious illnesses can receive assistance. If an MLA makes a recommendation, funds are provided without discrimination, no consideration of caste, vote, or religion. He also added, The government stands with every needy person. Regarding ICU facilities, complaints were received earlier against some private hospitals. Investigations were conducted and certain hospitals were removed from the scheme. However, pending cases were provided funds again. No limits have been set, every needy patient is being assisted. The Chief Minister emphasized the need to control arbitrariness by private hospitals. If the government is making payments according to CGHS rates, hospitals must cooperate. Any remaining payment will be arranged by the government. This money does not belong to any individual; it belongs to the people of the state and must be used in their interest. He mentioned that 41,868 paramedics have been recruited so far and have joined various institutions. More than 4,110 appointments have been made in medical education. In total, 45,978 recruitments have been made in the health and medical education sectors. The government has not shown any negligence in this regard. He further stated that ICU, mini-ICU, digital X-ray, blood bank, dialysis units, and oxygen plants are now available across the state. He said, In rural areas, Chief Minister Arogya Fairs are organized every Sunday. Emergency medical services have been made more accessible through 108 and 102 ambulance services. Looking toward the future, the government is focusing on AI, genomics, telemedicine, med-tech, and health-tech. Provisions have been made for these sectors in the budget. Work is underway to develop Centers of Excellence. Uttar Pradesh will not only become a large healthcare market but also a major hub for pharma production and manufacturing. The process of establishing a Pharma Park in Lalitpur is progressing. Recently, top pharma entrepreneurs from India and abroad participated in a Pharma Conclave held in Lucknow. Additionally, work on the Medical Device Park in Gautam Buddha Nagar is progressing rapidly, which will ensure affordable and high-quality medical equipment. Through all these efforts, Uttar Pradesh is moving steadily toward comprehensive transformation in the healthcare sector, and the government is continuously working in this direction.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath Highlights Zero Tolerance Policy, Urges Action Against Crime
Lucknow : Participating in the discussion on the motion of thanks on the Governors Address, the Chief Minister also raised several serious questions before the Leader of the Opposition. He said, Before 2017, goons and mafia were being nurtured under state patronage in Uttar Pradesh. The Leader of the Opposition himself mentioned some such names, while he hesitated to mention many others. Our government had spoken about a policy of zero tolerance from the very first day and even today the government is functioning under its zero tolerance policy. Whoever commits a crime will be brought within the ambit of law. CM added, before 2017, goons and mafia nurtured under state patronage were running a parallel government. They were promoting the culture of gunda tax, illegal extortion and One District One Mafia. Law had become the preserve of a few hands. Curfew and riots were a common occurrence. Festivals had become synonymous not with faith but with fear. The morale of the police was broken. Neither daughters were safe nor were traders secure. The image of the state had become synonymous with anarchy and instability and today Uttar Pradesh is a state of celebration, not unrest. The Chief Minister said, record police recruitments, a new phase of women empowerment, modern policing and strong cyber and forensic infrastructure are today the identity of Uttar Pradesh. Whether it is cyber crime, prompt and emergency services, or zero tolerance towards crime and criminals, today rule of law can be seen in Uttar Pradesh. Robust law and order has transformed Uttar Pradesh from a fear zone to a faith zone. There is no atmosphere of fear now, there is faith in the hearts of people. A resident of Uttar Pradesh can travel to any district without fear. He added, The culture of curfew has been replaced by a culture of zero tolerance. In place of riots, festive and temple economy is growing. Who would have thought that crores of people would come to Ayodhya? In the 2013 Kumbh in Prayagraj, a total of 12 crore devotees arrived and this time 21 crore devotees have come during the Magh Mela itself. This is the change. The Magh Mela used to be associated with Kalpvasis, but the record created in this Magh Mela is a symbol of peoples faith. Now there is neither curfew nor riot here, in UP everything is fine. The Chief Minister said, today women feel secure in Uttar Pradesh and traders have a fear free environment. In these eight years, more than 2,19,000 police personnel have been recruited. Out of this, 20 percent women have been mandatorily included. The training capacity of the police has been increased many times. Youth from every district have received opportunities in police recruitment without discrimination. Unprecedented development has taken place in police infrastructure facilities. Earlier police personnel used to live in dilapidated barracks. CM also added, Today if you visit districts, you will find high rise buildings serving as police infrastructure facilities. When it comes to modern policing, seven police commissionerates have been established, for which your government could never take a decision. We implemented the forensic science ecosystem in the state. Three new laws have come into force and a State Forensic Institute has been established in Lucknow. Degree, diploma and certificate courses have already commenced. The Chief Minister said, before 2017 there were only two cyber crime police stations, today there are cyber crime police stations in all 75 districts. In addition, every police station in the state has a cyber help desk. So far, this system has also contributed to recovering and preventing thousands of crores of rupees that were being extorted by cyber criminals. After the implementation of three new laws, forensic evidence has been made mandatory in every crime where the punishment is more than seven years. Earlier two or three labs were functional in Uttar Pradesh, today we have established 12 A grade labs and six are under construction. Two forensic vans have been provided in every district so that evidence can be collected and criminals can be punished. These are efforts made in a new direction. UP CM Yogi Adityanath Highlights 60 Lakh Homes Built For Poor In 9 Years Referring to the Safe City initiative, the Chief Minister added that whether it is Mumbai or Gujarat or Uttar Pradesh, only the BJP can provide security everywhere. In Uttar Pradesh, we have implemented the Safe City target in 17 municipal corporations including Gautam Buddh Nagar district. CCTV camera coverage at every district headquarters is being monitored through Integrated Command and Control Centres. The Uttar Pradesh Special Security Force has also been constituted in the state. Along with this, 34 companies of PAC have been reorganised and revived, because it is the nemesis of rioters. Any party that supports riots does not support PAC. CM also added, During the tenure of the Samajwadi Party, there was a conspiracy to virtually dismantle it. Now along with its reorganisation, three companies of Women PAC have been formed and three more companies are going to be formed. The three Women PAC companies that have been formed have been named after Veerangana Uda Devi in Lucknow, Veerangana Jhalkari Devi in Gorakhpur and Veerangana Avanti Bai Lodhi in Badaun. Three new battalions are going to be formed.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath Highlights 60 Lakh Homes Built For Poor In 9 Years
Lucknow: Chief Minister said that the state government is rapidly advancing towards achieving the goal of zero poverty. He claimed that schemes run for the poor, destitute women, workers and deprived sections in the last nine years have changed the social-economic picture of Uttar Pradesh. The government has risen above the politics of appeasement and worked on the model of satisfaction, whose objective is to deliver the benefits of schemes to every eligible person. Chief Minister said, Action has been taken on a wide scale to give pension to destitute women, job card and ration card to the needy, homes to those who did not have homes and residential lease to those who did not have ownership of land. He said that so far 60 lakh poor families have been provided one home each. Chief Minister targeted previous governments saying that earlier poor were given only 20,000 under Indira Awaas Yojana, which were not sufficient and nor could homes be completed on time. During that period, the benefits of schemes reached only limited sections. In contrast, the present double engine government is providing 2.5 lakh in urban areas and 1.20 lakh in rural areas for home construction. In addition, an assistance of 12 to 15 thousand is given for toilet construction. Along with this, remuneration equivalent to 90 days of wages under MGNREGA is also provided to the beneficiary, so that economic support in home construction can be ensured. Chief Minister said, as a result of these schemes and comprehensive development efforts, more than 6 crore people have come out of multidimensional poverty. He called it proof of the governments result-based work style. Chief Minister said that a new scheme is being brought for housing for remaining needy sections like sanitation workers and construction workers. Its announcement will be made in the upcoming budget speech. He said that the governments goal is that no eligible person remains deprived of government assistance. UP CM Yogi Adityanaths ODOP Scheme Generates 3.16 Lakh Jobs Since 2018 Chief Minister said, The governments effort is not limited to only housing or economic assistance, but to ensure comprehensive development through coordinated expansion of social security, employment and basic facilities. Har garib ko chhat, har nirashrit ko samman aur har zaruratmand ko adhikar with this spirit the state is advancing towards zero poverty. He reiterated, this money is of the public and it is being used only in the interest of the public. The governments priority is that the benefits of development reach every section without discrimination and Uttar Pradesh sets a new example in the field of poverty eradication.
Palghar Police Arrest Habitual Offender For Cheating Senior Citizen Of 2 Lakh At Bank
Palghar: The Crime Detection Team of Bolinj Police Station has successfully arrested an accused involved in cheating an elderly man inside a bank premises and has recovered assets linked to the offence, police officials said. The incident took place at the State Bank of India (SBI), Virar West, where the accused approached the senior citizen under the pretext of helping him fill out a bank form. On January 9, 2026, the accused gained the victims trust and falsely claimed that the balance amount from the complainants account could be transferred into a mode balance account. Misleading the elderly man, the accused convinced him to withdraw 2,00,000 in cash from his bank account. However, instead of depositing the amount as promised, he allegedly took the money for personal gain and fled, thereby cheating the complainant. Following the complaint, Bolinj Police registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. With fraud-related offences increasing in the area, the crime detection team launched an intensive investigation. The accused was initially staying temporarily at a dormitory in Dadar, Mumbai, but had vacated the premises. Police later found that the mobile number provided was false. Further inquiry revealed that the accused was originally from Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh and was frequently travelling between cities such as Lucknow and Delhi to evade arrest. On January 26, 2026, police received information that he had returned to Mumbai. Using technical and cyber investigation skills, PSI Kiran Vanjari and his team successfully tracked and arrested the accused in Dadar. Fake Call Centre Saga: CBI Grills Nashik, Palghar Cops Over Igatpuri Call Centre Operations Also Watch: The arrested accused has been identified as Brijkumar Santoshkumar Wadhwani (62). During the investigation, police seized a mobile phone worth 25,500 and lien-marked 1,51,287 from the accuseds bank account. In total, assets worth 1,76,787 were recovered. The investigation also led to the detection of another related fraud case registered at Malad Police Station in Mumbai. Police stated that the accused is a habitual offender with several cheating and fraud cases registered against him across Maharashtra and Gujarat, including Amravati, Bhusawal, Wardha, Vadodara and Gondia. Further inquiries are ongoing. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/
Six-year-old killed as car hits auto, pedestrians in Lucknow; accused held
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Mukhtar Ansari associate Shoaib Bobby Kidwai shot dead on LucknowAyodhya highway
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UP: Former Shooter Linked To Mukhtar Ansari Gang Gunned Down In Barabanki | VIDEO
Lucknow: A former sharpshooter allegedly associated with the gang of late gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari was shot dead in Uttar Pradeshs Barabanki district on Thursday, police said. The deceased, identified as Shoaib alias Bobby, was travelling from Barabanki to Lucknow when unidentified assailants opened fire on his vehicle in the Asaini area. According to police, around 15 rounds were fired at the car, killing him on the spot. # pic.twitter.com/g0kyOeSVzU Gyanendra Shukla (@gyanu999) February 13, 2026 Linked To 1999 Jailer Murder Case Police sources said Shoaib Bobby had earlier been identified as a shooter for the Ansari gang. He was also an accused in the 1999 murder of Lucknow jailer R.K. Tiwari, a case that had drawn significant attention at the time. Authorities have launched an investigation to ascertain the motive behind the attack and to identify those involved. Senior police officials said teams have been formed to track down the attackers. Mukhtar Ansari Mukhtar Ansari, a controversial figure in Uttar Pradeshs Purvanchal region, was both a powerful politician and a dreaded gangster. Elected five times as an MLA from Mau between 1996 and 2017, he faced more than 65 criminal cases, including multiple murder charges. He was convicted in several cases, including receiving life imprisonment in connection with the 2005 killing of BJP MLA Krishnanand Rai. Ansari had been lodged in jail since 2005 and died of cardiac arrest in Banda jail on March 28, 2024. His family had alleged poisoning, though the autopsy report ruled it a natural death. With his demise, many believe an era of strong criminal-political influence in eastern Uttar Pradesh came to an end, though rivalries and related cases continue.
Lucknow: High drama unfolded on the fifth day of the Uttar Pradesh Budget Assembly Session after Speaker Satish Mahana lost his temper during chaotic proceedings and briefly adjourned the House. The disruption occurred during a discussion on recruitments related to the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission, to which Finance Minister Suresh Khanna was responding. ... , MLA , , BJP - pic.twitter.com/fDAy4qK6HS Priya singh (@priyarajputlive) February 13, 2026 Chaos During Recruitment Discussion As the minister answered queries, several MLAs from both the treasury and opposition benches rose simultaneously to express their views. Repeated interruptions led to mounting disorder in the House. BJP MLA Ketki Singh also stood up to speak, prompting the Speaker to ask her to resume her seat and adhere to House rules. However, the commotion continued despite repeated warnings. Speaker Halts Proceedings An agitated Mahana questioned whether members intended to run the House themselves. In a visible display of frustration, he removed and threw his headphones before adjourning the House for about 10 minutes. The moment, captured on video, has since gone viral on social media. Assembly Budget Session: BMC To Face Heat In House With 30 Questions Lined Up House Reconvenes Amid Lighter Mood When proceedings resumed, the atmosphere appeared calmer. Several MLAs were seen conferring with the Speaker outside the chamber in an attempt to defuse tensions. In a lighter turn, Finance Minister Suresh Khanna recited a few lines of poetry, easing the mood and helping restore order in the House.
Bomb threat e-mails rattled four district court complexes in Uttar Pradesh on Thursday, including Lucknow, Mirzapur, Varanasi, and Ayodhya. Authorities promptly evacuated judges, lawyers, and staff, initiating extensive security checks and search operations. No suspicious objects were found, and investigations are ongoing to trace the email's origin.
Mafia don Mukhtar Ansaris shooter Shoaib Kidwai shot dead in UP's Barabanki
A close associate of slain mafia don Mukhtar Ansari, Shoaib Kidwai alias Bobby, was shot dead in broad daylight in Barabanki. Motorcycle-borne assailants intercepted his car and fired over ten rounds. Police are scanning CCTV footage and have launched combing operations, suspecting gang rivalry as the motive.
A speeding car driven by a 21-year-old student ran over six pedestrians near Hanuman Temple in Lucknow's Banthra area, killing a six-year-old boy. The accused, Gaurav Singh, was arrested within hours based on CCTV footage after he attempted to flee the scene. The vehicle, registered in Kanpur, has been seized.
UP: 6-year-old killed as Class 12 student rams car into auto, pedestrians
Lucknow: A six-year-old boy was killed, and four people were injured after a 21-year-old student returning from a farewell party rammed his car into an autorickshaw and pedestrians in the Banthra area of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, police said on Friday, February 13. According to preliminary inquiry, the speeding car hit an autorickshaw before ploughing into 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 .
Class 12 Student Returning From Farewell Runs Over 5 In Lucknow, 6-Year-Old Dies
A Class 12 student returning from a farewell party allegedly lost control of his speeding car in Lucknow, hitting a parked bike and then running over several people. The incident left a six-year-old boy dead and four others injured.
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Liquor prices to stay steady in new fiscal
Masked men spark alarm in Indiranagar
6-year-old killed, 5 injured as speeding car mows down pedestrians near Hanuman Temple in Lucknow
A speeding car tragically killed a six-year-old boy and injured five others, including two women and two children, near Hanuman Temple in Banthra. The driver allegedly accelerated to flee after initially hitting a parked motorcycle, causing further casualties among pedestrians.
Tender for construction of corridor at Vasantkunj depot
Police engage with traders, kite flyers to curb Chinese manjha incidents
Cafe sealed, owner booked for coercion to join flesh trade
Breathless after walk? Could be SOS from heart: Experts
Dastak fest ends with short film, photography contests
Friends make Nadeem Hasnains 75th bday spl
CM Yogis new social media pictureshowcases UPs growth and strength
UP: In process of forming OBC panel for panchayat polls
Despite crackdown, Chinese manjhainjures ninth victim in nine days
Lambo crash accused held, released in hrs
UP inks MoU for 1GW AI hub in YEIDA; operations to start by 2028
ODOP generated 3.16L jobs, nearly doubled exports since 2017-18: Govt
Transgenders eligible for Ayush card: Minister
SP MLCs accuse govt of selective action amid rising crime
Tourism works in state guided by norms, budget and land status: Jaiveer Singh
Healthy India key to Viksit Bharat: AIIMS Rae Bareli holds 1st convocation
Soon, grand Lakshman Dwar in Ayodhya
VHP: Construction of Babri Masjid in Murshidabad no less than a challenge
Sexual harassment: Addl prof suspended
Pathak flags rising cancer, heart and kidney cases
Of MoUs worth Rs 45L cr, projects of Rs 4L cr already running: Khanna
SP MLA for law against deepfakes
Assembly sees war of words between energy minister, Shivpal
UP emerged as development model under Yogi: Rajeshwar
Dharmendra Pradhan launches drive for adoption of AI in education
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched the Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave 2026. This event sets the stage for integrating AI into education across India. The Bharat EduAI Stack will support AI-powered learning solutions. Several key partnerships and initiatives were announced. These include collaborations between IIT Bombay and Columbia University, and IIM Lucknow's AI Programme.
Dastak Day 2: Ecology concerns addressed in contests
Metro east-west corridor gets Rs550 crore allocation
UP marks Rs25k-crore for rural devpt
UP govt allocates Rs 400 crore for North-South corridor, road upgrades
UP govt bets big on tech push, raises IT allocation by 76%
Mental health policy for students of higher edu institutions in UP
Textiles and village industries get Rs 5041cr boost
With Rs 750 crore allocation, UP to make Jewar airport operations hub
Rs 500 cr for infra upgrade of pilgrimage destinations
Push for women empowerment, police infra in pre-poll outlay
Budget earmarks Rs 65,926 crore for power in 202627; Big push for smart meters and RDSS
FIR filed over FB post against Maya
