Delhi, Bengaluru, Pune, Lucknow airports among others get awards at Wings India 2026
Wings India 2026 awards celebrated aviation excellence. Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport won Best Aerodrome of the Year. Air India was recognized for domestic connectivity. Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport led in the over 25 million passengers category. Other airports and service providers also received accolades. The event highlights India's growing aviation sector.
Blankets, mufflers & a tamarind tree: Howtwo undertrials escaped from Ayodhya jail
In rare surgery, KGMU docs removebullet wandering in 3-yr-old's brain
The 1,845-kg Thar was parked on the legs of the businessman as he lay screaming for help outside one of Lucknow's busiest nightlife hubs, barely 30 metres from a police post
Ambedkar statue vandalised in Lucknow; case registered
Police are scanning CCTV footage from the vicinity to identify those involved
The new UGC regulations, notified on January 23, were challenged by various petitioners as being arbitrary, exclusionary, discriminatory and in violation of the Constitution as well as the University Grants Commission Act, 1956.
Row over new UGC rules: Bharat bandh on February 1? What we know
Widespread protests erupted across Uttar Pradesh and other states against the UGC's new Regulations 2026, with student groups and social organizations demanding an immediate rollback. Critics argue the rules are discriminatory, particularly against general category students, and could divide campuses. The government plans to issue clarifications amid nationwide opposition and a Bharat Bandh call.
Dual citizenship row: Lucknow court rejects BJP functionary plea seeking FIR against Rahul Gandhi
A Special MP/MLA court in Lucknow has dismissed a criminal complaint filed by a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) functionary seeking directions for registration of a first information report (FIR) against Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, over allegations relating to his Indian citizenship. Special Judge Alok Verma on [] The post Dual citizenship row: Lucknow court rejects BJP functionary plea seeking FIR against Rahul Gandhi appeared first on India Legal .
Kaiserganj MP Karan Bhushan, part of a committee that approved UGC equity regulations, has broken his silence, stating the committee had no role in their formulation. He urged the UGC to reconsider the regulations and amend them to prevent caste animosity, emphasizing inclusivity in educational institutions.
Protests against UGC equity committees not appropriate
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Students stage massive protests against UGC regulation 2026 across the state
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You may need rain gear again on Feb 2 & 3, alerts Met
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BJPs arrogance broke tradition: Akhilesh after seer leaves Magh Mela
Lucknow: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav launched into a diatribe against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, January 28, accusing it of hurting Sanatan traditions after Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati left the Magh Mela in Prayagraj without taking a holy dip at the Sangam. The seer left the fair ground with a heavy 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 .
Jhansi witnessed a historic Republic Day parade led entirely by women police personnel for the first time. This powerful display of 253 officers marching in unison marked a significant milestone for women's leadership and courage within the Uttar Pradesh Police, echoing the spirit of Rani Lakshmibai and redefining tradition.
This is a huge boost for UP theatre talent: Dr Anil Rastogi on Padma Shri honour
Veteran Lucknow-based artist Dr. Anil Rastogi, a former scientist and prolific theatre practitioner, has been honoured with the Padma Shri for his extensive contributions to the performing arts. At 83, Rastogi, known for his role in 'Ishaqzaade', continues his active engagement with theatre and screen, having recently completed 100 plays.
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Uttar Pradesh weather update: Uttar Pradesh is bracing for more rainfall and thunderstorms this week due to an approaching Western Disturbance, according to the IMD. Lucknow and Ayodhya received rain overnight and the IMD has warned of rain and thunderstorms in many UP districts. Noida and Ghaziabad are likely to see mist and shallow fog today.
Clarify equity regulations in highereducation institutions: ABVP to UGC
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A senior UP tax officer resigned Tuesday, citing deep hurt over Swami Avimukteshwaranand's remarks against PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and CM Yogi Adityanath. This move counters a protest exit by another officer, sharpening a standoff linked to the seer's Magh Mela protest over alleged obstruction and a notice regarding his Shankaracharya claim.
Students erupt in protests in Lucknow, other UP cities against UGC guidelines
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New UGC equity regulations spark student protests, political fallout in U.P.
Section of students demonstrates at Lucknow University, claiming the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026,could lead to caste conflict and disrupt social harmony on campuses.
UGC guidelines: Protestors burn effigies, demand rollback in Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow, Jan 27 (PTI) Protests erupted in several districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Aligarh, Sambhal, and Kushinagar, against the University Grants Commissions new regulations, with student groups and organisations demanding immediate rollback. In Aligarh, members of the right-wing student organisation Rashtrawadi Chaatra Sangathan and Kshatriya Mahasabha blocked the cavalcade of Hathras BJP MP Anoop Pradhan at the district collectorate on Tuesday. The protestors also burnt an effigy of the UGC and raised slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, warning that the agitation would be intensified if their demand for revocation of the regulations was not met by the Centre. Later,
Protests, PIL and campus pushback: Why UGC's equity rules have opened a can of worms
UGCs 2026 equity regulations, notified January 13, have triggered student protests from Delhi to Lucknow, political heat, and a Supreme Court PIL targeting Regulation 3(1)(c). It defines caste-based discrimination as discrimination against SC, ST and OBC members. Protesters fear misuse, burden-of-proof issues and surveillance via Equity Squads, while the Centre says misuse wont be allowed and clarifications are coming soon.
A Uttar Pradesh GST Deputy Commissioner in Ayodhya, Prashant Kumar Singh, has resigned citing moral reasons and support for CM Yogi Adityanath and PM Narendra Modi. Singh stated he was deeply hurt by allegations against the leaders and felt it was his duty to take a stand. He plans to engage in social work after his resignation is accepted.
Lucknow University students protest UGCs new equity regulations
Lucknow University students are protesting new UGC equity regulations, fearing they could lead to discrimination and campus unrest. While the UGC aims to prevent caste-based bias by establishing committees and helplines for SC, ST, and OBC students, protesters believe the rules might be misused, causing unequal treatment and disrupting harmony.
Padma Shri 2026: Dr Rajendra Prasad And K.K. Thakral Honoured For Lifelong Service
It is a proud moment for UP's state capital Lucknow as two eminent doctors from the city have been honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri award for their outstanding services in the field of medicine.
Bareilly City magistrate Alankar Agnihotri resigns, cites disagreement with UGC policies
Bareilly City Magistrate Alankar Agnihotri has resigned from his post. He cited deep disagreement with government policies, particularly new UGC regulations. Agnihotri, a 2019-batch officer, sent his resignation via email. He stated that governments adopting divisive policies necessitate awakening them. His resignation follows previous service in Unnao, Balrampur, and Lucknow.
Lucknow Girl Killed By Instagram Friend. He Lured Her With Marriage Promise
A minor girl was murdered after being lured into a relationship on Instagram with a promise of marriage in Lucknow. Her body was recovered from the railway tracks five days ago.
Lucknow Businessmans Legs Crushed Under SUV For 25 Minutes; Two Arrested
A man was brutally attacked in Lucknow, his legs crushed under a Thar SUV for 25 minutes. Two accused were arrested.
Bizman run over, crushed under SUV for 25 minutes during fight in Lucknow complex; 2 held
A shocking incident unfolded in Lucknow's Vibhuti Khand where a businessman was deliberately run over by an SUV and pinned for 25 minutes during a late-night altercation. Two individuals from Uttarakhand have been apprehended, while efforts continue to locate others involved. The victim, who intervened in a dispute, is in critical condition after the brutal attack near a police outpost.
Lucknow Trader's Legs Crushed With Thar SUV For 25 Minutes By Attackers
A businessman's legs were crushed under the wheels of a Thar SUV by a group of attackers in Lucknow.The victim was identified as Pawan Patel, a sand trader.
