Bajel Projects secures 765 kV Vindhyachal Pool - Prayagraj transmission line project
Bajel Projects announced that it has been awarded an Ultra Mega domestic order valued at over Rs 400 crore. The project involves the development of high-capacity transmission infrastructure critical for the stability and efficiency of India's inter-regional power flow.
204 Special Train Trips For Holi Announced By North Central Railway | Check Routes
North Central Railway announces 204 special train trips for Holi 2026, covering Agra, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Jhansi, with bookings soon on IRCTC and NTES to manage festive rush.
No permission needed for holding prayer meets in private premises: Allahabad HC
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has observed that no permission is needed for holding a religious prayer meeting within private premises in Uttar Pradesh. However, the court clarified that if any occasion arises where the religious prayer meeting has to spill over the public road or public property, the petitioner shall inform the police and 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 .
End Of Magh Mela Row? A Big Claim After Shankaracharya's Apology Demand
Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj administration is ready to apologise to Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, the seer's aide has claimed after a massive controversy during the Magh Mela.
This City Plans To Ban Dogs, Cats Inside Public Parks
Prayagraj Municipal Corporation plans to ban walking pets in parks citing cleanliness and safety concerns. Shelter homes are yet to be built.
JK Cement Ltd., one of Indias leading cement manufacturers, today announced the commissioning of its new state-of-the-art Grey Cement plant in Buxar, Bihar, marking a major milestone in the companys growth journey. With this addition, JK Cements total production capacity now stands at 31.26 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), taking the company past the 30 MTPA mark. With this expansion, JK Cement now ranks among the top five Grey Cement manufacturers in India, strengthening its national footprint and reinforcing its long-term growth strategy. JK Cement Leadership at the Buxar, Bihar plant Commenting on the strategic achievement, Dr. Raghavpat Singhania, Managing Director, JK Cement , said, Crossing 31 MTPA is a significant turning point in JK Cement's expansion and demonstrates the scale, resilience, and aspirations of our company. In addition to making a significant contribution to Bihar's development vision, the commissioning of our Buxar plant represents a strategic step towards expanding our national footprint. We are committed to developing top-notch manufacturing capabilities that boost India's infrastructure development and generate long-term benefits for local communities . The Buxar plant, with a capacity of 3 MTPA, is spread across 100 acres and is strategically located on the PatnaBuxar highway, enabling faster and more efficient distribution across the state and adjoining regions. While JK Cement entered the Bihar market last year through supplies from its Prayagraj plant, the Buxar facility will now allow the company to serve the region locally, with deliveries possible within 24 hours across the state. Sharing his views on the expansion, Mr. Madhavkrishna Singhania, Joint Managing Director & CEO, JK Cement , added, " JK Cement is now among India's top five producers of grey cement after the Buxar plant commissioning. Our capacity to serve Bihar locally, more effectively, and on a larger scale is strengthened by this facility. Although we had already entered the Bihar market last year using Prayagraj supplies, local manufacturing now enables us to be nearer to our clients and significantly raise service standards throughout the state. Buxar places us at the center of this chance to promote sustainable growth for both the company and the region in Bihar, a high-growth market with strong infrastructure momentum . The new facility is a strategic step in supporting Bihars development vision, ensuring faster access to superior quality cement for infrastructure, housing and commercial projects. About 500 crore has been invested by the company in the project. Commercial production started on January 29, 2026, after construction started in March 2025. In addition to drawing ancillary industries to the area, the plant is anticipated to create a sizable number of direct and indirect jobs, bolstering the local economy and industrial ecosystem. About JK Cement Ltd. JK Cement Ltd. is among Indias top manufacturers of Grey and White Cement, and home-building solutions globally. For over five decades, JKCement has contributed to Indias infrastructure through product quality, customer focus, and technology leadership, beginning with its flagship grey cement unit in Nimbahera, Rajasthan, in May 1975. The Companys Grey Cement capacity is 31.26 MTPA, making it a leading manufacturer with a strong presence across 15 states, especially in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. With a total White Cement and Wall Putty Capacity of 3.05 MTPA, JK White Cement is sold in 36 countries around the globe. The Company has a strong international presence with two subsidiaries, JK Cement Works Fujairah FZC and JK White Cement (Africa) Ltd. In 2023, JKCement launched JKMaxx Paints, offering wall, wood, and metal finishes. In the same year, JKCement expanded into construction chemicals with JK Profix, a waterproofing line, and also entered the Ready-Mix Concrete segment with JK Super Concrete, serving Delhi NCR and set for nationwide growth. www.jkcement.com
Magh Mela bathing row: Swami Avimukteshwaranand leaves fair ground 'with heavy heart'
Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati departed the Magh Mela in Prayagraj with deep regret. He had been protesting since January 18, alleging he was denied a holy dip at the Sangam. The seer expressed profound distress at leaving without bathing. An incident on Mauni Amavasya led to a standoff with authorities over access to the ghats.
Allahabad HC rejects PIL against reduced NEET-PG cut-off for SC/ST/OBCs
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court on Tuesday, January 27, dismissed a PIL challenging a decision of the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) to allow the counselling of SC, ST and OBC students who scored minus 40 out of 800 in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Postgraduate) (NEET-PG) 2025. A two-judge bench 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 .
Kerala Mahamagham 2026: Reconnection through revival
Maha Kumbh Mela held in Prayagraj in 2025 was attended by crores of devotees. Lakhs of Keralites had attended the holy Mela. Keralites, who participated in the holy dip in Triveni Sangamam, wished that Kerala too such a organised programme. Even those Keralites who could not attend it had shared this wish among themselves and Continue reading Kerala Mahamagham 2026: Reconnection through revival The post Kerala Mahamagham 2026: Reconnection through revival appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Allahabad HC says live-in influenced by western ideas, sets aside life term in rape case
Prayagraj: The increased tendency among the youth to opt for live-in is influenced by western ideas, said the Allahabad High Court as it set aside the life imprisonment awarded to a man accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a girl after it was found that she was an adult who entered into a consensual relationship. 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 .
Practice of linking religion with politics fraught with dangers: Mayawati on Shankracharya row
The former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister's remarks came amid an ongoing row involving the head of Jyotirmath in Badrinath, Swami Avimukteshwaranand, and the Magh Mela administration in Prayagraj
No maintenance if wifes family caused husbands incapacity: HC
Prayagraj: If a wifes actions or omissions contribute to her husbands incapacity to earn, she cannot claim maintenance from him, the Allahabad High Court has held. The court dismissed a revision petition of a woman seeking maintenance from her husband, a homoeopathic doctor, who was allegedly shot at by his brother-in-law and father-in-law during an 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 .
Basant Panchami draws over 1 cr devotees to Prayagrajs Magh Mela
Prayagraj witnessed a massive gathering on Basant Panchami. More than one crore devotees performed holy dips in the Ganga and Sangam during the ongoing Magh Mela. The festival holds special significance, marking the confluence of sacred rivers and the onset of spring. Extensive arrangements were made for the pilgrims, including sanitation, security, and accommodation.
IAF training aircraft makes emergency landing in Prayagraj pond; Both crew safe
IAF training aircraft crashes into pond in Prayagraj; pilot safe
There were no reports of any casualties or damage to civilian property
IAF Training Aircraft Crashes Into Pond In Prayagraj; Pilot Safe
Prayagraj, Jan 21: An Indian Air Force training aircraft crashed into a pond near the KP College ground in the George Town area here on Wednesday, officials said. Deputy Commissioner of Police (City) Manish Shandilya told PTI that the pilot managed to eject safely and there were no reports of any casualties or damage to civilian property. He said the training aircraft crashed after its engine developed a sudden technical snag. Authorities cordoned off the area, and further investigation into [] The post IAF Training Aircraft Crashes Into Pond In Prayagraj; Pilot Safe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IAF Trainee Aircraft Crashes Into Pond in UPs Prayagraj
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 21: A trainee aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed into a pond in Prayagraj district of Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, officials said. Details regarding the cause of the crash, the exact location of the incident, and the condition of those on board are awaited. Rescue operations are currently underway, they [] The post IAF Trainee Aircraft Crashes Into Pond in UPs Prayagraj appeared first on Northlines .
Video: Small Aircraft Crashes Into Pond In UP's Prayagraj
A small aircraft crashed into a pond in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj today. The aircraft, reportedly an Army training plane, went down in a pond located behind KP College in the city, triggering panic in the area.
Indian Air Force microlight aircraft crashes into pond in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, watch here
An Indian Air Force (IAF) microlight aircraft crashed in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on Tuesday during a routine training sortie. Both pilots on board safe, no civilian casualty reported. .
Prayagraj Plane Crash: Trainee aircraft crashes into water body; rescue underway
Prayagraj Plane Crash Today: A trainee aircraft crashed into a water body on Wednesday. Rescue operations are underway. This incident highlights the risks in pilot training. India has experienced similar crashes recently. This event follows scrutiny after a Tejas fighter jet crash in Dubai in November 2025.
IAF Trainee Aircraft Crashes In Prayagraj; Both Crew Members Safe
Both people on board the aircraft managed to jump out using parachutes and were rescued from a nearby marshland.
Cry Of Joy At Magh Mela: Pilgrim Gives Birth To Baby Girl At Sangam, Names Her...
A moment of faith turned historic at the Prayagraj Magh Mela when a pilgrim from Madhya Pradesh gave birth at the fairs Ganga Hospital. Here's what she was named...
Flowers Showered On Devotees Taking Dip At Prayagraj's Sangam On Mauni Amavasya | Video
Amid dense fog and spine chilling weather, devotees began to gather at the Ganga and Sangam ghats from midnight.
UP: 1.3 Crore Devotees Take Holy Dip On Mauni Amavasya Morning At Sangam
Prayagraj (UP), Jan 18: More than 1.3 crore devotees took a holy dip in the Ganga and at the Sangam by 8 am on Sunday on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, the main bathing festival of the ongoing Magh Mela here, officials said. A senior mela administration official said devotees began arriving at the Ganga and Sangam ghats from midnight, braving dense fog, and continued to stream in from all directions through the early morning hours. Earlier, about 1.03 crore [] The post UP: 1.3 Crore Devotees Take Holy Dip On Mauni Amavasya Morning At Sangam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
In Frames: Prayerful in Prayagraj
Ceremonies for the Magh Mela, which began on January 3, have been drawing crores of devotees to the Triveni Sangam for a holy dip; a footfall of 15-20 crore is expected by the culmination of the festival on Mahasivaratri; pilgrims offer prayers amid tight security arrangements and bustling crowds
UP: Security tightened at Prayagraj's Sangam Ghat as devotees take holy dip on Mauni Amavasya
Millions of devotees took a holy dip at Sangam Ghat in Prayagraj for Mauni Amavasya. Security arrangements were enhanced to manage the large crowds. Despite thick fog, devotees arrived in large numbers for the auspicious ritual. Officials confirmed extensive arrangements were in place for safety and smooth conduct. Crowd management and traffic control measures were implemented.
UP: 1.5 crore devotees take a dip at Sangam a day before Mauni Amavasya
PRAYAGRAJ (UP), Jan 17: Around 1.5 crore devotees took a dip in Ganga river at Triveni Sangam here on Saturday as part of the 45-day Magh Mela festival, officials said. This comes a day before the auspicious Mauni Amavasya, the new moon day in the Hindu month of Magha, when it is considered auspicious to observe silence and take a dip in the Holy river. A mela administration official said the influx of devotees to the fair venue for Mauni [] The post UP: 1.5 crore devotees take a dip at Sangam a day before Mauni Amavasya appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India's longest Ganga Expressway is set to open next month after successful FASTag toll trials. Spanning 594 km across 12 districts, the six-lane highway will boost east-west connectivity in Uttar Pradesh with advanced safety, AI monitoring and faster travel times.
WB CM protecting criminals, anarchists, she is close to bidding adieu to political career: Naqvi
Prayagraj (UP), Jan 16: Senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Friday accused poll-bound West Bengals Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of protecting criminals and anarchists, and claimed that she is close to bidding farewell to her political career. His remarks came days after the Enforcement Directorates officials faced obstructions during raids at the office of political consultancy firm I-PAC and the residence of its chief in West Bengal in connection with a coal smuggling case. The federal probe agency has [] The post WB CM protecting criminals, anarchists, she is close to bidding adieu to political career: Naqvi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Magh Mela: Over one crore people take dip on Makar Sankranti; devotees urged not to use oil, soap
PRAYAGRAJ (UP), Jan 15: More than one crore devotees took a holy dip in the Ganga and the Sangam at the ongoing Magh Mela here on Thursday on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, officials said. According to the Mela administration, people thronged the Ganga ghats from 12 in the night. Till evening, 1.03 crore devotees took a holy dip in the river. On Wednesday, on the occasion of Ekadashi, over 85 lakh people had taken a dip in the river. [] The post Magh Mela: Over one crore people take dip on Makar Sankranti; devotees urged not to use oil, soap appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Magh Mela: Over 36 Lakh Take Dip At Sangam On Makar Sankranti
Prayagraj, Jan 15: More than 36 lakh devotees took dip in the Ganga and the Sangam at the ongoing Magh Mela here on Thursday on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, officials said. A Magh Mela administration official said bathing began from midnight and by 10 am, over 36 lakh people had performed the ritual bath. Given that the auspicious period for Makar Sankranti continues throughout the day, the number of pilgrims is expected to cross one crore by evening, he [] The post Magh Mela: Over 36 Lakh Take Dip At Sangam On Makar Sankranti appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Magh Mela: Over 21 lakh take dip at Sangam on Makar Sankranti
Prayagraj: More than 21 lakh devotees took dip in the Ganga and the Sangam at the ongoing Magh Mela here on Thursday, January 15, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, officials said. A Magh Mela administration official said bathing began from midnight and by 8 am, around 21 lakh people had performed the ritual bath. 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 .
Who is Satua Baba? Spiritual Leader Drives Rs 4-Crore Porsche At Prayagraj's Magh Mela
During the Magh Mela, Satua Baba has reportedly been allotted the largest area for an ashram.
Magh Mela: Over 9 Lakh Devotees Take Holy Dip at Prayagraj Sangam
More than nine lakh devotees take a holy dip at the Sangam in Prayagraj ahead of Makar Sankranti during the ongoing Magh Mela 2026. Heavy crowds expected.
Magh Mela: Over 9 Lakh Devotees Take Holy Dip at Sangam on Makar Sankranti
Prayagraj, Jan 14: More than nine lakh devotees took a holy dip in the Ganga and at the Sangam in Prayagraj on Wednesday morning as part of the Makar Sankranti festivities during the ongoing Magh Mela, officials said. Superintendent of Police (Magh Mela) Neeraj Pandey said pilgrims began arriving at the ghats early in the [] The post Magh Mela: Over 9 Lakh Devotees Take Holy Dip at Sangam on Makar Sankranti appeared first on Northlines .
Magh Mela: Over Nine Lakh Devotees Take Dip In Sangam
Prayagraj, Jan 14: More than nine lakh devotees took a dip in the Ganga and at the Sangam here on Wednesday morning as part of Makar Sankranti festivities, officials said. While many parts of the country are celebrating the harvest festival on Wednesday, Uttar Pradesh will celebrate Makar Sankranti on Thursday. The second major bathing festival of the ongoing Magh Mela, Makar Sankranti, is scheduled for Thursday. Superintendent of Police (Magh Mela) Neeraj Pandey said devotees flocked ghats in the [] The post Magh Mela: Over Nine Lakh Devotees Take Dip In Sangam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Over 9 Lakh Devotees Take Holy Dip In Prayagraj On Ekadashi
On the occasion of Ekadashi, a large number of devotees arrived at the Sangam Ghat in Prayagraj to take a holy dip during the ongoing Magh Mela.
Not a single word on Bangladesh violence from champions of secularism: Adityanath
PRAYAGRAJ (UP), Jan 10: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said that those who claim to champion secularism are silent on the violence against the Hindu minority in Bangladesh. It seems as if someone has glued their mouths shut with Fevicol. These people are not holding any candle marches on the Bangladesh incidents. This is also a warning for all of us, Adityanath said. Not a single word is coming out of the mouths of champions of [] The post Not a single word on Bangladesh violence from champions of secularism: Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
At the Prayagraj Magh Mela 2026, garland seller Afsana Pawar went viral on social media for her beauty and charm. Fans are calling her the next 'Mona Lisa,' and her videos have made her one of the most talked-about faces of the festival.
The DGCA has given its approval for the operation of the Prayagraj-Jewar flight, and the airline is expected to finalise the schedule soon. The summer schedule, which includes the new flight, will come into effect in the last week of March.
In a shocking incident from Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, Police on January 4 busted a sex racket allegedly being run in a woman IAS officer's house in Naibasti area. 9 people have been arrested, five men, including the alleged ringleader, and four women.
A missing persons complaint filed by a younger brother in Prayagraj led police to uncover a triple murder allegedly committed by the elder sibling over a property dispute, claiming the lives of their father, sister and a 14-year-old niece.
Magh Mela sees start of five-day Panchkosi Parikrama in Prayagraj
The Panchkosi Parikrama, a significant tradition of Prayagraj, has begun at the Magh Mela. This five-day pilgrimage started with Ganga Puja at the Sangam. The yatra covers sacred sites within the traditional geographical expanse of Prayagraj. Performing this Parikrama is considered essential for devotees. The tradition was revived in 2019 after being discontinued for centuries.
Indian Railways has added temporary train stops at Prayag, Rambagh, and Jhunsi stations during Magh Mela 2026 in Prayagraj to help millions of pilgrims travel comfortably, with improved facilities and reduced crowding.
Magh Mela is a sacred festival where devotees take holy dips, pray and meditate. Starting 2026 with rituals, music and charity, it brings blessings and good fortune for the year.
Devotees gathered in large numbers across Uttar Pradesh for the first holy dip of the Magh Mela 2026 on Paush Purnima. Pilgrims performed the sacred bath at significant locations like Ayodhya and Prayagraj's Triveni Sangam. Authorities ensured smooth arrangements for the spiritual gathering.
Large turnout of Devotees marks first Snan of Magh Mela 2026 in Prayagraj
The Magh Mela 2026 has begun in Uttar Pradesh with a large number of devotees taking a holy dip on Paush Purnima. Pilgrims gathered at the Sarayu River in Ayodhya and the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj. Saints and seers highlighted the spiritual significance of the mela. Devotees expressed satisfaction with the arrangements and security.
Magh Mela 2026: The Magh Mela 2026 will take place in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj which will commence from January 3 and will continue till Mahashivratri. The Mela will continue for 45 days and is expected to attract 15 crore devotees with the administration laying out traffic diversions for the same. Special trains will also run for pilgrims as Magh Mela commences tomorrow.
From Prayagraj to Kashi, Ayodhya, Mathura: Faith corridors redrew tourism map of UP in 2025
Uttar Pradesh witnessed a massive surge in religious tourism. Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj drew crores of devotees. Development of sites like Ayodhya's Ram temple and Kashi Vishwanath Corridor further boosted visitor numbers. This influx significantly increased the state's share in national tourism and positively impacted its economy.
The National Green Tribunal tackled significant environmental concerns in 2025. Issues included high faecal coliform levels in Prayagraj's Mahakumbh waters and the desilting of Delhi drains. The tribunal also addressed forest cover decline in Assam, invasive fish species, and illegal construction in forest areas. Enforcement of plastic waste rules and illegal sand mining were also scrutinized.
How Alert Bank Staff Saved This Elderly Woman From Losing Rs 1.2 Crore In UP's Prayagraj
Thanks to the alertness and timely action of the staff at Punjab National Banks Civil Lines branch, the woman and her life savings were saved
World taking note of India due to yuva shakti: Modi
NEW DELHI: In this years last episode of Maan Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said 2025 was a year of achievements that made every Indian proud as he highlighted Operation Sindoor, saying it showed the world that the country does not compromise on its security. The year 2025 gave us many moments that made every Indian proud. From national security to the sports field, from science laboratories to the worlds biggest platforms, India left a strong mark everywhere, he said. The Prime Minister said, during Operation Sindoor, images of love and devotion toward Mother India emerged from every corner of the nation and people expressed their emotions and gratitude in their unique ways. Operation Sindoor became a symbol of pride for every Indian. The world witnessed clearly that todays India does not compromise on its security, he said. Today, the world is looking at India with great expectations. The biggest reason for this hope is our youth. In the field of science, our achievements, innovations, and technological advancements have impressed countries around the world, the PM said. He added that Indias youth have always been driven by a passion for innovation, while remaining connected with Indias culture and roots. The PM described 2025 as a landmark year In the fields of science and space, highlighting Shubhanshu Shuklas achievement as the first Indian to reach the International Space Station. Modi noted that 2025 has truly been a memorable year for sports, with the mens cricket team clinching the ICC Champions Trophy and the womens cricket team winning the World Cup for the first time. Besides, Indias daughters scripted history by winning the Womens Blind T20 World Cup. He said that in 2025, faith, culture, and Indias unique heritage came together. The Prayagraj Mahakumbh organised at the beginning of the year astonished the entire world. At the end of the year, the Dhwajarohan ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya filled every Indian with pride, he said. The PM said the excitement towards swadeshi was also evident among one and all and people are purchasing only those goods that bear the sweat of an Indian and the fragrance of Indian soil. Now, the country is ready to move forward in 2026 with new hopes and new resolutions, he added. Memorable year for sports and vocal for local Modi noted that 2025 has truly been a memorable year for sports, with the mens cricket team clinching the ICC Champions Trophy and the womens cricket team winning the World Cup for the first time. Besides, Indias daughters scripted history by winning the Womens Blind T20 World Cup. He said the excitement towards swadeshi was also evident among one and all and people are purchasing only those goods that bear the sweat of an Indian and the fragrance of Indian soil.
Cold wave, dense fog grip north and east India
Large parts of north and eastern India continued to reel under intense cold and dense fog on Saturday, disrupting normal life and prompting weather warnings across several states. Sub-zero temperatures were recorded in Kashmir, while parts of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Jharkhand and West Bengal reported cold day or cold wave conditions, according to the India Meteorological Department. In Uttar Pradesh, dense to very dense fog prevailed across many districts, with daytime temperatures remaining well below normal. Gorakhpur recorded a maximum of 13.2 degrees Celsius, 7.4 degrees below average, while Prayagraj saw a high of 16.8 degrees Celsius, down by over six degrees. Varanasi, Bareilly, Etawah, Bahraich and Barabanki also reported daytime temperatures four to six degrees below normal. Minimum temperatures in the state ranged between 6 and 11 degrees Celsius, with Etawah recording a low of 6.2 degrees. In Lucknow, the maximum temperature stood at 18 degrees Celsius, while high humidity levels contributed to gloomy conditions. The weather department forecast dense fog during late night and morning hours, with dry weather likely to continue. Rajasthan also witnessed cold and dry conditions, with fog reported at isolated places in the Udaipur and Kota divisions. Karauli was the coldest location in the state, recording a minimum temperature of 3.1 degrees Celsius. Jaipur registered a low of 9.6 degrees, while Barmer recorded the highest maximum temperature in the state at 29 degrees Celsius. The weather is expected to remain cold and dry in the coming days. Punjab and Haryana remained in the grip of intense cold, with dense fog enveloping several areas. In Punjab, Ballowal Saunkhri in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district was the coldest at 4.4 degrees Celsius. Gurugram recorded the lowest temperature in Haryana at 4.9 degrees Celsius. Chandigarh recorded a minimum temperature of 6.9 degrees Celsius. Dense fog also covered the national capital on Saturday morning, while air quality remained in the very poor category. The overall Air Quality Index stood at 355 at 9 am, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board. Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 7.8 degrees Celsius, with foggy conditions likely to persist through the day. Cold weather conditions prevailed across West Bengal as well, with Darjeeling emerging as the coldest place in the state at 5.8 degrees Celsius. In the plains, Alipurduar recorded a minimum of 8 degrees Celsius. Shallow to moderate fog is likely to continue over parts of the state over the next few days, the IMD said. In Jammu and Kashmir, night temperatures dipped below freezing at most places due to clear skies. Srinagar recorded a low of minus 2.6 degrees Celsius, while Sonamarg was the coldest place in the Union Territory at minus 5.8 degrees. The weather office has forecast generally dry conditions till December 29, with the possibility of rain and snowfall around New Years Eve. Jharkhand also witnessed cold wave conditions, with the mercury dropping below 10 degrees Celsius in several districts. Gumla recorded the lowest temperature at 3.6 degrees Celsius. The IMD issued a yellow alert for cold wave conditions in six districts, warning that the cold spell is likely to persist till Sunday morning. Amid the severe cold, at least four members of a family, including three children, died of suffocation in Bihars Saran district after a fire was lit in a closed room to keep warm. Two others were found unconscious and were admitted to hospital. Police said the incident occurred early Saturday morning in the Bhagwan Bazar area. A forensic investigation has been initiated, and the case is being probed from all angles. (With inputs from PTI)
Culture: Maha Kumbh, 150 Years Of Vande Mataram, UNESCO Tag For Deepavali In 2025
New Delhi, Dec 26: From the Maha Kumbh in January-February to the launch of year-long celebrations of 150 years of Vande Mataram in November it was a packed calendar for the Ministry of Culture in 2025. The year ended on a high note with Deepavali, the festival of lights, earning the UNESCO tag. Indias cultural heritage was showcased at the Maha Kumbh through Kalagram in the tent city at Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh. Set up in a sprawling 10.24-acre [] The post Culture: Maha Kumbh, 150 Years Of Vande Mataram, UNESCO Tag For Deepavali In 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP presents Rs 24,497 crore supplementary budget for 202526; boosts infra, welfare spending
LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh government on Monday presented a supplementary budget of Rs 24,496.98 crore for the financial year 202526 during the second day of the five-day winter session of the state legislature. The budget was presented in the Assembly by State Finance Minister Suresh Khanna, who said it was aimed at sustaining the momentum of development, providing additional resources to essential sectors, and fast-tracking welfare schemes in response to emerging needs. Khanna said the original budget for the current fiscal stood at Rs 8,08,736.06 crore, with the supplementary budget accounting for 3.03 per cent of the total. With the inclusion of the supplementary provisions, the overall budget outlay for the fiscal has now risen to Rs 8,33,233.04 crore. According to the Finance Minister, the supplementary budget focuses on strengthening the states development priorities. It includes a provision of Rs 18,369.30 crore for revenue expenditure and Rs 6,127.68 crore for capital expenditure. He said the emphasis of the supplementary provisions was on meeting revenue requirements while simultaneously reinforcing infrastructure through enhanced capital investment. Major allocations in the supplementary budget include Rs 4,874 crore for industrial development, Rs 4,521 crore for the power sector, Rs 3,500 crore for health and family welfare, and Rs 1,758.56 crore for urban development. In addition, Rs 639.96 crore has been allocated for the technical education sector, Rs 535 crore for women and child development, Rs 500 crore for the New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (NEDA), and Rs 423 crore for medical education. The state government has also made a provision of Rs 400 crore for cane and sugar mills. Among infrastructure projects, the ambitious Ganga Expressway from Meerut to Prayagraj has been allocated Rs 1,835 crore. Another Rs 1,246 crore has been earmarked for the Greenfield Expressway link road connecting Jewar International Airport with the Ganga Expressway. Reiterating the Yogi governments commitment to fiscal discipline under the FRBM Act, Khanna cited Government of India estimates to say that Uttar Pradeshs Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) is projected at Rs 31.14 lakh crore, indicating that the state is moving towards becoming a revenue surplus state.
Advocates with criminal records face licence suspension: UP Bar Council to HC
Prayagraj: The Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh has informed the Allahabad High Court that it has taken a unanimous decision to suspend the licences of advocates who are listed as history-sheeters or gangsters in police records. On the history sheeter advocates, the court was also informed that the Bar Council had taken suo motu cognisance 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 .
Army jawan arrested for raping woman in Ranchi
The accused jawan is a resident of the Sarha police station area in Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, and was posted with the 42 Medium Regiment in Punjabs Patial
Honourable prefix inappropriate for bureaucrats: Allahabad HC
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court questioned the use of the term honourable for bureaucrats and state government officials, asking the Uttar Pradesh revenue departments principal secretary to file a personal affidavit disclosing the authority of law that justifies the phrasing. A bench comprising Justice Ajay Bhanot and Justice Garima Prashad passed the order hearing a 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 .
Govt Steps into Check Opportunistic Pricing by Airlines: Naidu
The Minister said that in the past also, the Centre stepped in to check high airfares during major events such as the Covid pandemic, the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, or the recent Indigo crisis
UP CM orders authorities to step up road safety measures following several crashes due to dense fog
LUCKNOW: Following the Yamuna Expressway accident, which claimed 13 lives in the Mathura stretch, UP CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed expressway safety with NHAI and state highway officials on Wednesday. He ordered stricter measures to avert any such incident in future under foggy conditions. CM directed the authorities concerned to increase patrolling, field inspections, deployment of teams at all black spots, installation of reflectors, and 247 availability of cranes and ambulances on expressways. The highway authorities in the state intensified safety measures on expressways and national highways to prevent road accidents amid dense fog conditions during the winter season. As per the senior officials, a day after multiple fog-linked crashes leading to the loss of multiple lives, across the state, the Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA), the nodal authority operating key access-controlled highways including the Agra-Lucknow Expressway, Purvanchal Expressway, Bundelkhand Expressway and Gorakhpur Link Expressway, moved to put enhanced precautions in place. At least 25 people were killed and 59 were injured in a series of accidents attributed to poor visibility, with the worst incident reported from the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura, where a multi-vehicle pile-up claimed 13 lives. Four people each were killed in Basti and Unnao, while two fatalities were reported each from Meerut and Barabanki, said the officials on Wednesday. According to UPEIDA Nodal Officer Rajesh Pandey, fog-related accidents this season began on Tuesday. Most of the accidents, including those on the Purvanchal and Lucknow-Agra Expressways, were rear-end collisions caused by poor visibility. Pandey said UPEIDA was set to send a proposal to the state government soon to reduce the maximum speed limit on expressways from the current 120 kmph to 80 kmph during the fog period, which generally lasted until February 15. He said special advisories were being issued for two-wheeler riders, allowed on expressways. During fog, we request motorcyclists to halt at toll plazas. We are making arrangements for blankets and basic facilities for them, Pandey, a former IPS officer and SSP Lucknow, said. UPEIDA has also activated public address systems at all toll plazas to make real-time announcements about fog conditions ahead based on inputs from patrol teams, he said. Pamphlets containing safety guidelines, do's and don'ts, and emergency helpline numbers, including 14449, are also being distributed among commuters. Pandey reiterated that parking on expressways is strictly prohibited. Meanwhile, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has also launched a statewide drive to improve visibility and awareness among road users during winter fog. Officials said the speed limit on highways under NHAI is 100 kmph and stressed that besides fog, wrong-side driving and unauthorised entry and exit through highway cuts remain major causes of accidents. Authorities have urged motorists to drive cautiously, maintain safe distances and strictly follow advisories as dense fog conditions are expected to persist across the state in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, CM Yogi ordered the authorities to ensure safe traffic management on expressways during poor visibility. Proper arrangements should be ensured in dense fog. Street and lane lighting should be checked continuously. If any light is faulty, it should be fixed immediately. Officers should inspect to ensure no person is found sleeping in the open, the CM directed the officials at the review meeting. He also asked the local administrations to make proper arrangements for the homeless during the cold wave. The homeless should be taken to rain shelters. Blankets should be continuously distributed to the needy. Bonfires should be arranged at public places. Meanwhile, an intense cold wave is sweeping the state. The conditions are such that dew drops are falling like drizzle in the foggy weather with zero visibility. On Wednesday, 50 districts including Lucknow, Ayodhya, Prayagraj were in the grip of fog. Zero visibility was recorded in many places. Due to fog, more than 30 accidents have occurred in the last four days in the state. During this period, more than 150 vehicles collided.
Adulterated cough syrup case: HC dismisses petitions seeking quashing of FIR
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court on Monday dismissed writ petitions seeking to quash FIRs filed against two men for allegedly trafficking adulterated cough syrup and stay their arrests. Petitioners accused of committing crime against society: HC A bench comprising Justice Ajay Bhanot and Justice Garima Prasad said the petitioners were accused of committing a crime 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 .
Prayagraj gears up for Magh Mela 2026, preparations underway
Prayagraj is gearing up for the Magh Mela 2026. Preparations include expanding the Mela area to 800 hectares. A new sector and an additional pontoon bridge are being installed. Traffic management plans are in place, mirroring Kumbh Mela arrangements. Officials anticipate a massive turnout of 15 crore people, including a large number of sadhus and saints.
FSDA writes to UP district magistrates to invoke Gangster Act in illegal cough syrup case
LUCKNOW: While government agencies are conducting raids and cracking the whip on those allegedly involved in illegal diversion of codeine-based cough syrup and trafficking of narcotic-category medicines, the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) has shot of letters to 31 district magistrates (DMs) across Uttar Pradesh to book the alleged syndicate operators under the UP Gangsters Act. The FSDA has told the DMs to initiate action under the laws provisions that include seizure of properties disproportionate to the known source of income. Meanwhile, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids in a palatial bungalow worth crores, owned by dismissed police constable Alok Kumar Singh in Lucknow on Friday. Alok Kumar Singh, who was arrested in connection with the cough syrup scam, is currently languishing in jail. The ED raided 25 locations simultaneously across six cities in Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand and Gujarat on Friday morning in connection with a major illegal network dealing in codeine-based cough syrup, officials said. The size of Alok Kumar Singhs bungalow and its overt opulence were there to take everyone in awe. Meanwhile, the development regarding the letters written by FSDA to the DMs has come three days after the Uttar Pradesh government formed a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by Inspector General of Police, Law & Order, LR Kumar, to investigate the case. The UP Police and FSDA authorities have carried out raids in 332 firms across 52 districts in UP, during the past two months, lodging FIRs against 133 of them across 31 districts. UP forms SIT to crack Rs 425-crore codeine cough syrup smuggling racket According to FSDA Secretary and Commissioner Roshan Jacob, the department conducted months of intensive investigation spanning Jharkhand, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh and collected evidence, including the business links of Uttar Pradeshs super stockists and wholesalers with those states, before launching the raids two months ago. Jacob has also written to district magistrates to initiate action against the jailed operators under the Gangsters Act. As per the FSDA commissioner, CM Yogi had issued directives for stringent action against the culprits ensuring that no diversion takes place from Uttar Pradesh to any other state or country. He (CM) instructed officials not to trouble small traders during enforcement but ensure firm action against super stockists and wholesalers involved in illicit activities, Jacob said. According to officials, for the first time, cases have been registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS) Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for illegal diversion of codeine-based cough syrup. Earlier, such violations were dealt with only through licence cancellations. Informed sources reveal that while probing the records of 332 drug-selling establishments, it was found that many of them did not actually exist and were functioning only as billing points with no purchase or sale records. Many others lacked proper storage arrangements. Out of the 332 firms, 133 were found to be involved in the organised illegal diversion of these medicines for non-medical use. It was discovered that the diverted stock was being routed primarily through state capital Lucknow, Kanpur, Lakhimpur Kheri, and Bahraich to Nepal, and from Varanasi and Ghaziabad to Bangladesh. Cases of trafficking of codeine-based cough syrup for drug abuse have been identified in cities including Varanasi, Jaunpur, Kanpur Nagar, Ghazipur, Lakhimpur Kheri, Lucknow, Bahraich, Bijnor, Prayagraj, Pratapgarh, Sitapur, Sonbhadra, Balrampur, Raebareli, Sant Kabir Nagar, Hardoi, Bhadohi, Amethi, Shravasti, Siddharthnagar, Unnao, Basti, Ambedkarnagar, Azamgarh, Saharanpur, Bareilly, Sultanpur, Chandauli, Mirzapur, Banda, and Kaushambi, officials said.
10 Major Tragedies That Shook India in 2025
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Army Jawan Killed In Prayagraj Road Rage Assault; Sub-Inspector Among 5 Arrested
The jawan was assaulted by the accused in an SUV in a suspected case of road rage in the Karchana area of this district.
Delhi traders try to cremate mannequin to claim insurance money, arrested in UP
HAPUR: Two Delhi-based traders were arrested here after they allegedly tried to cremate a mannequin instead of a human body as part of an elaborate plot to fraudulently claim insurance money worth Rs 50 lakh to pay a debt, police said on Friday. The bizarre sequence unfolded when four men arrived in a Haryana-registered car with what they claimed was a corpse. They bought ghee and other items required for the last rites and quietly placed the ody on a pyre. However, their nervous behaviour caught the attention of Nitin, a municipal employee present at the cremation ghat. When he pulled the sheet covering the ody, he found that it was actually a mannequin on the pyre. He immediately alerted the municipal authorities, police said. After receiving information about the incident, a police team rushed to the spot and recovered the car of the accused along with three mannequins. Two of the accused -- Kamal Somani and his associate Ashish Khurana, both residents of Jain Colony in Delhi's Uttam Nagar -- were arrested. Two of their associates managed to escape, police said. During interrogation, Somani, a textile trader, confessed that he had a debt of Rs 50 lakh and had been depressed for months. To repay the amount, he devised an elaborate scheme. He obtained the Aadhaar and PAN cards of Anshul, the brother of his employee Neeraj, on the pretext of some paperwork, took out a Rs 50 lakh Tata AIA insurance policy in Anshul's name nearly a year ago, and had been paying the premiums regularly, said Circle Officer Stuti Singh. The plan was to send Anshul out of town, pass the mannequin off as his body, cremate it to obtain an official receipt from the cremation ground, secure a death certificate, and then claim the insurance payout, police said. Police used Somani's phone to video call Anshul, who was in Prayagraj. He told police he had no idea his death was being staged at Brijghat, they said. Circle Officer Singh said it was a case of insurance fraud. An investigation is underway and efforts are on to trace the absconding suspects, she said.
According to officials with the Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA), the expressway's trial run will be completed in the first week of December. Read here to know more about this project.
Forcing happily-married couple to face trial would be irony of fate: HC
Prayagraj: Quashing criminal proceedings under the POCSO Act, the Allahabad High Court has observed that forcing a happily-married couple to face trial merely to record a hostile testimony would be an irony of fate and an instrument of harassment. In the instant case, the accused man had married the alleged victim, and the latter had 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 .
Cop in Prayagraj booked for non-compliance of court order
Prayagraj: An FIR was registered against the station house officer of Cantt police station for not lodging a case despite repeated instructions by a court, officials here said on Wednesday. The matter pertains to an application filed by Dinesh Chandra Gautam. According to the officials, the FIR was registered on November 23 under Sections 198 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 .
Siddhant Bhatias Sounds of Kumbha takes Mahakumbh 2025 to the Grammys
From field recordings in Prayagraj to a Grammy nod, Siddhant Bhatias album highlights the soundscape of Mahakumbh 2025
AAPs Provide Employment Ensure Social Justice march reaches Pratapgarh on its 9th day
Aam Aadmi Party's 'Provide Employment Ensure Social Justice' march, led by Sanjay Singh, reached Pratapgarh. The procession highlighted unemployment and escalating injustice against Dalits and backward communities in Uttar Pradesh, citing various incidents as evidence of government failure. The march saw participation from diverse groups and will continue towards Prayagraj.
Allahabad HC bins Noori masjid committee plea
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has disposed of a writ petition filed by the managing committee of Fatehpur-Noori Jama Masjid, after taking into consideration the Uttar Pradesh governments categorical undertaking that no further demolition of the religious structure was required. However, the division bench, comprising Justices Atul Sreedharan and Anish Kumar Gupta, granted the petitioner 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 .
UP ATS seeks details of madrasa students, staff after Delhi blast
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad, in the aftermath of the recent Red Fort blast in Delhi, has stepped up its monitoring efforts and sought comprehensive details of madrasas, their students, and teaching staff across the eight districts under Prayagraj zone, officials said on Wednesday. The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has written to minority welfare officers 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 .
Army Jawan Held For Killing 17-Year-Old Girl For Pressuring Him To Marry Her
Army jawan was arrested in Prayagraj for killing a 17-year-old girl he met on Instagram, burying her after she pressured him to marry her despite his upcoming wedding.
UP: HC denies granting protection to live-in couple, says woman still married
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has refused to grant protection to a live-in couple, noting that the woman was still married to another man and the freedom of one person cannot encroach or outweigh the legal right of another. Justice Vivek Kumar Singh, while dismissing the writ petition, said no law-abiding citizen, who is already 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 .
Aam Aadmi Party's Rojgar DoSamajik Nyay Do padyatra continued in Uttar Pradesh, with Sanjay Singh leading the march through Sultanpur. Local residents raised concerns about employment, ASHA workers highlighted honorarium issues, and Singh emphasized the district's neglected infrastructure and healthcare. The 13-day march aims to cover 200 km, concluding in Prayagraj.
Lucknow Diary | Mirzapur, Agra clinch water awards
Mirzapur, Agra clinch water awards UP won two honours in the sixth edition of the National Water Awards 2024. Mirzapur was declared the Best District in the northern zone for effective implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission and Atal Bhujal Yojana. The district revived reservoirs, built drains and expanded irrigation in rural areas with strong support from panchayats and local residents. Community-driven efforts in rainwater harvesting and pond rejuvenation helped villages increase groundwater levels. Agra Municipal Corporation secured joint third place in the Best Urban Local Body category for adopting leakage-tracking systems and smart metering. Place of Kaliyugs advent to be a tourist spot The site believed to mark the beginning of Kaliyug will soon be developed into a tourist destination. The government has allocated Rs 2 crore to beautify the ashram of Maharishi Shringi at Parikshitgarh in Meerut. It is a key stop in the states Mahabharat Circuit. Mahabharata and Shrimad Bhagavat Geeta recount that King Parikshit, angered when Sage Samika ignored his request for water, placed a dead snake around his neck. Samikas son Maharishi Shringi cursed Parikshit to die within seven days by the bite of the serpent Takshakthat marked the start of Kaliyug. The yagyashala, havan kund, and banyan tree at the site are still revered as witnesses. Grammy nomination for Sounds of Kumbha The spiritual grandeur of the Maha Kumbh has found global recognition with the album Sounds of Kumbha earning a nomination at the 68th Grammy Awards. Created by Delhi-based singer, composer, and producer Siddhant Bhatia, the album competes in the Best Global Music Album category alongside works by Anoushka Shankar and the Shakti band. Commissioned by the UP government and shot during the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, the 12-track project features 50 global artistes blending Indian traditions with modern sounds. Bhatia announced that Sounds of Kumbha and his instrumental album Shayan received two Grammy nominations. Namita Bajpai Our correspondent in Uttar Pradesh namita.bajpai@newindianexpress.com
The Aam Aadmi Party's 'Rojgaar Do Samajik Nyay Do' foot march entered its second day in Uttar Pradesh, highlighting the state's high unemployment and caste-based discrimination. Led by Sanjay Singh, the 13-day march from Ayodhya to Prayagraj aims to demand jobs and social justice for the marginalized.
Who is Dr Shaheen Shahid? Lucknow doctor arrested over alleged links to Jaish-e-Mohammed
LUCKNOW: Dr Shaheen Shahid, a 46-year-old doctor from Lucknow, based in Faridabad, has been arrested by Jammu and Kashmir Police in coordination with central intelligence agencies for her alleged links to a terror module connected to the banned outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). Her residence is in the Khandari Bazaar area under Kaiserbagh police station in the state capital. Dr Parvez Ansari, arrested by the UP ATS on Tuesday after raids at his residence in Madiyaon, another locality in Lucknow, is Dr Shaheens younger brother. Dr Shaheens arrest in Faridabad on Monday followed the recovery of an AK-47 rifle and live cartridges from a car registered in her name, reportedly being used by Dr Muzammil, who is also under investigation. According to UP ATS officials, Dr Shaheen was born in 1979 and raised in Lucknow. She was academically brilliant, topping both Class X and Class XII at a Government Girls College in Lucknow. She later pursued an MBBS and MD from a government medical college in Prayagraj before joining Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial (GSVM) Medical College, Kanpur, in 2006, where she worked as a faculty member until 2013. Dr Shaheen joined the Department of Pharmacology at GSVM Medical College as an Assistant Professor in 2006. She was transferred to Kannauj Medical College for six months in 2009 but returned to Kanpur in 2010. Records show she stopped reporting for duty in 2013 without any official leave or notice, despite repeated attempts by the college administration and colleagues to contact her. Her services were officially terminated in 2021. Her first husband, Dr Jafar Saeed, is an ophthalmologist. Following their divorce in 2015, she reportedly developed a relationship with Dr Muzammil, who is now a prime suspect in a broader investigation into suspected terror funding and ideological indoctrination networks. Dr Shaheen later became associated with Al-Falah University in Haryana, where she is believed to have met Dr Muzammil. Her father, Syed Ahmad Ansari, who lives in Lucknow with his eldest son Shoaib, said he was unaware of his daughters alleged involvement in such activities. I cannot believe that my daughter was involved in these activities, he said, adding that he had not met Shaheen or Parvez in the past one and a half years. Dr Ansari stated that all his children pursued medical studies. My eldest son, Shoaib, lives here with me. The second, Shaheen, was arrested yesterday. My younger son, Dr Parvez Ansari, whose house was raided this morning, left the city long ago, he added.
Allahabad HC grants relief to hairstylist Jawed Habib, son, in investment fraud case
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has granted interim protection from arrest to celebrity hairstylist Jawed Habib and his son Anosh Habib in an alleged investment fraud case. Directing the police not to take any coercive action against the father-son duo until the investigation is complete, a two-judge bench comprising Justices Siddhartha Varma and Achal Sachdev 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 .
Uttar Pradeshs Sacred Cities Under Tight Security After Delhi Blast
Across Ayodhya, Prayagraj, and Varanasi, surveillance has been tightened to an unprecedented level
Four dead, three injured as SUV hits residents in MP
REWA: Four people were killed and three seriously injured after a speeding sports utility vehicle (SUV) ploughed into residents standing outside a house in Madhya Pradeshs Rewa district on Sunday, an official said. The accident occurred around 5.30 pm in Tendua Kothar village, approximately 50 km from the district headquarters and within the jurisdiction of Garh police station. Eyewitnesses reported that the SUV, travelling from Chhattisgarh to Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, first collided with a motorcycle. The vehicle then went out of control, striking a group of people outside a house before crashing into an electricity pole, which collapsed due to the impact. Three bystanders and the motorcyclist, Kamlesh Singh (35), died at the scene, while three others sustained serious injuries, officials said. Collector Pratibha Pal told reporters that the bystanders, identified as Ramnaresh Saket (35), Ruchi Saket (12) and Ranjana Saket (13), belonged to the same family. The injured are receiving treatment at Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Rewa. Angry villagers blocked the road, demanding compensation for the victims. They alleged that the police arrived at the scene long after the incident. Police have sent the bodies for post-mortem examination and an investigation is underway.
UP Teen Killed By Parents For Being In 'Contact With Boys'
In a case of honour killing, a 15-year-old girl was killed by her parents in Kanti village in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, police said on Sunday.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India is moving fast on the path of development, as he flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from the Banaras railway station in Varanasi, his Lok Sabha constituency. Emphasising that infrastructure is a major factor in the economic growth of developed countries around the world, the prime minister said, In every nation that has achieved major progress, the driving force behind it has been infrastructure development. Infrastructure is not just about big bridges and highways. Whenever such systems are developed anywhere, it sparks the overall development of that region. With so many Vande Bharat trains running and flights arriving from countries across the world, all these developments are now linked to growth. Today, India is also moving rapidly on this path, he said. PM Modi said high-speed trains like Vande Bharat are laying the foundation for a ew generation of Indian Railways. Trains like Vande Bharat, Namo Bharat and Amrit Bharat are laying the foundation of a new generation of Indian Railways. Vande Bharat is a train of Indians, built by Indians for Indians, of which every Indian is proud, he said. He claimed that foreign travellers are amazed by these trains adding that more than 160 Vande Bharat Express trains are now operational in the country. Modi further said that spiritual tourism has become a major source of income and has ushered in development in Uttar Pradesh. In our country, pilgrimage has for centuries been considered a medium of national consciousness. These journeys are not merely routes for darshan of deities, but a sacred tradition that connects the soul of India, Modi said. Places like Prayagraj, Ayodhya, Haridwar, Chitrakoot and Kurukshetra are the centres of our spiritual beliefs, he said. Today, as these sacred destinations are being connected through the Vande Bharat network, it is also linking India's culture, faith and development. This is an important step towards making symbols of India's heritage a representation of national growth, he said. These journeys also have an economic aspect, which is often not discussed. Over the past 11 years, the development work done in Uttar Pradesh has elevated pilgrimage tourism to a new level, the PM said. Last year, more than 11 crore devotees came to Kashi for Baba Vishwanath's darshan, and since the construction of the Ram Temple, over 6 crore people have visited Ayodhya to seek the blessings of Ram Lalla. These devotees have contributed thousands of crores of rupees to Uttar Pradesh's economy and provided steady income to hotel owners, transport operators, local artists and boatmen, he said. This has created new opportunities for the youth, Modi said. Hundreds of young people in Varanasi are now starting new ventures, from transport to local businesses. Because of all this, the doors of prosperity are opening in Kashi and across Uttar Pradesh, he said. To realise the dream of a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) from a 'Viksit Kashi', numerous infrastructure projects are being undertaken here, Modi said. Today, Kashi is experiencing continuous expansion, development and qualitative improvement, with facilities ranging from good hospitals, good roads, gas pipelines, and internet connectivity, he said. Work on the ropeway is progressing rapidly, he said. Our effort is to make visiting Varanasi, staying in Varanasi and enjoying the amenities of Varanasi a special experience for everyone, he added. Modi said the government is also striving to improve health services in Varanasi. He said 10-11 years ago, BHU hospital was the only option for people seeking treatment for serious illnesses. Due to the large number of patients, one could not get treatment even after waiting overnight. For serious illnesses like cancer, people would sell their land and farms, and travel to Mumbai for treatment. Today, our government has worked to alleviate all these concerns of the people of Kashi. Mahamana cancer hospital for cancer, Sankara Netralaya for eye treatment, the state-of-the-art trauma centre at BHU, and the divisional hospital at Shatabdi Chikitsalaya, Pandeypur, have all become a boon for Kashi, Purvanchal, and the surrounding states, he said. Due to Ayushman Bharat and Janaushadhi Kendras in these hospitals, millions of poor people are saving crores of rupees. Kashi has become known as the health capital of this entire region, the prime minister said. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also attended the event. The new Vande Bharat Express trains will operate on Banaras-Khajuraho, Lucknow-Saharanpur, Firozpur-Delhi and Ernakulam-Bengaluru routes. The semi-high-speed trains will significantly reduce travel time between major stations, enhance regional mobility, promote tourism and support economic activity across the country, according to an official statement. The Banaras-Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express will connect prominent cultural and religious destinations, including Varanasi, Prayagraj and Chitrakoot, officials said. (With inputs from PTI)
PM Modi Flags Off 4 Vande Bharat Trains from Varanasi
The Banaras-Khajuraho Vande Bharat will connect prominent cultural and religious destinations including Varanasi, Prayagraj and Chitrakoot
HC to hear Mathura Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute on Dec 12
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court on Thursday fixed December 12 for the next hearing in the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah mosque dispute at Mathura. Justice Avnish Saxena fixed the next date after hearing counsels for the parties and granted last opportunity to file written statements in those cases, where they have not been filed. 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 .
UP: Passengers get off on wrong side, run over by incoming train
Mirzapur: Four passengers were run over by an incoming train on Wednesday while they were alighting from the wrong side at Chunar Railway Station, a railway official said. The passengers got off the Chopan Express on the track and were hit by the approaching Netaji Express, Amit Singh, Public Relations Officer, NCR Prayagraj Division, told 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 .
Six woman killed after being hit by train while crossing tracks in UP's Mirzapur
Six women lost their lives on Wednesday after being struck by an oncoming train at Chunar Railway Station in Uttar Pradeshs Mirzapur district. Railway officials said that the victims were hit by the Netaji Express while getting down from the Chopan Express on the wrong side of the track. The Chopan Express had stopped at platform number four. Instead of using the foot overbridge, some passengers tried to alight directly onto the tracks and were run over by the approaching train, Amit Singh, Public Relations Officer, NCR Prayagraj Division told PTI. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended his condolences to the families of the deceased. He also instructed local authorities to reach the scene promptly and carry out swift rescue and relief operations. Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) were dispatched to assist at the accident site. (With inputs from PTI)
