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Allahabad HC quashes extortion case against businessman in solar project row

The Allahabad High Court quashed all criminal proceedings against businessman Nikant Jain in an extortion and corruption case linked to a solar project. The court found no offence made out under the BNS or Prevention of Corruption Act, as the complainant admitted filing the complaint under a 'wrong impression' and acknowledged no money was paid.

10 Feb 2026 1:18 pm

Governors address mere display of stats & claims, says Akhilesh

10 Feb 2026 9:59 am

3 Banda jail officials booked for illegal release of gangster

10 Feb 2026 9:59 am

Mayor: 3rd party audit of civic projects mandatory

10 Feb 2026 9:59 am

Eco Review to make people aware of UPs devpt journey: Yogi

10 Feb 2026 9:51 am

Protests after Sonbhadra SOG team mistakenly detains innocent youth in Sultanpur

10 Feb 2026 9:51 am

Min orders water supply completion in Bundelkhand, Vindhya within 30 days

10 Feb 2026 9:50 am

Opposition protests outside UP assembly over prices, jobs, SIR

10 Feb 2026 9:50 am

Logjam in parliament: Govt doesnt want debate on China, US deal, says Akhilesh

10 Feb 2026 9:50 am

CM opens health camp for lawmakers, officials

10 Feb 2026 9:48 am

Governors address a bunch of lies: Congs Aradhana Mishra

10 Feb 2026 9:48 am

From bottleneck state, UP emerged as breakthrough state: Governor

10 Feb 2026 9:48 am

Din in House as SP slams govt over SIR, demolition in Kashi

10 Feb 2026 9:48 am

More realistic speech would have been welcome: Mayawati on Guv's address

10 Feb 2026 9:47 am

Ensure private participation to boost eco-tourism: Yogi

10 Feb 2026 9:47 am

Youth stages own abduction in Basti

10 Feb 2026 9:45 am

Two Nepalese arrested with jewellery worth crores on Nepal border

10 Feb 2026 9:45 am

LMC, power dept discusspending issues

10 Feb 2026 8:29 am

Clear skies, warmer days ahead

10 Feb 2026 8:15 am

KGMU trauma centre patients to get free diagnostic tests in first 24 hours of admission

10 Feb 2026 8:12 am

UP doubles pace of processing investor proposals in 2025-26

10 Feb 2026 8:12 am

If Sanatan Dharma gets weak, nation will also face consequence: Yogi

10 Feb 2026 7:37 am

AKTU introduces minor course in gaming and animation for BTech students

10 Feb 2026 7:37 am

Yogi asks kids to focus onstudies, shun mobile phone

10 Feb 2026 7:36 am

Lalit Kala Akademis foundation day ends with art exhibitions

10 Feb 2026 7:36 am

5.8kg hydroponic cannabis worth Rs2 crore seized

10 Feb 2026 7:36 am

Youth duped of Rs7L on pretext of share trading, investment

10 Feb 2026 7:36 am

DGP camp offices garden gets first prize at regional fruit, vegetable & flower show

10 Feb 2026 7:36 am

HC quashes extortion, corruption case against bizman Nikant Jain

10 Feb 2026 7:20 am

Home guard killed in hit-and-run accident in city

10 Feb 2026 7:20 am

Ex-staff threatens bizman in name of Bishnoi gang to extort Rs 30 lakh

9 Feb 2026 9:04 am

'Tatlubaaj': From Con Artist to Cyber Crook

9 Feb 2026 9:01 am

Retd LMC official recounts harrowing digital arrest scam

9 Feb 2026 9:00 am

Eight-year-old boy critically injured in wild animal attack in Bahraich

9 Feb 2026 9:00 am

Help desks to assist voters as UP poll body intensifies electoral roll revision

9 Feb 2026 8:57 am

Assembly polls to be a do-or-die battle for SP: Akhilesh

9 Feb 2026 8:57 am

Body of SI missing since Feb 5 found in a river

9 Feb 2026 8:45 am

Play blends laughter with a message

9 Feb 2026 8:42 am

Paawan Path for NBRIs garden collections

9 Feb 2026 8:42 am

Mini sports arena near Gwari flyover soon

9 Feb 2026 8:40 am

To snap manjha menace, cops inspect 700 sites in Lucknow

9 Feb 2026 8:40 am

Goa-like luxury river cruise on Gomti river: Rs 16 crore project to offer 200 seater with 30-45 minutes ride

Lucknow is set to launch a luxury cruise on the Gomti River, accommodating up to 200 passengers. This new attraction, costing Rs 16 crore and expected to begin operations within five months, will feature a conference hall, VIP lounge, and an open-air restaurant. Passengers can enjoy a 30-45 minute ride for Rs 300, with options for dining.

9 Feb 2026 8:40 am