The Times of India

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.

Green Gas Limited is offering a Republic Day treat with reduced prices for CNG and domestic PNG across Lucknow, Agra, Unnao, Ayodhya, and Sultanpur. Effective January 26, CNG sees a 0.25 per kg drop, while PNG is down by 0.50 per SCM. This move aims to ease household budgets and promote eco-friendly fuel use.

Uttar Pradesh Police has earned national acclaim, securing 90 police medals, including 18 Presidents Medals for Gallantry, on the eve of Republic Day 2026. These accolades recognize the force's successful operations against organized crime and high-risk encounters, highlighting exemplary policing across the state.

Mirzapur's alleged gym-based conversion and blackmail racket mastermind, Imran Khan, was apprehended at Delhi airport attempting to flee to Dubai. Carrying a Rs 25,000 bounty, his arrest brings the total to seven. Police also sealed five linked gyms. The racket targeted young women, using morphed content for blackmail and conversion pressure.