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Varanasi police have launched 'Operation Vajrapat' to dismantle criminal networks, both physical and digital. The campaign targets 1,080 individuals linked to 165 groups, removing 554 social media profiles used to glorify crime and spread fear. This innovative approach aims to create a crime-free society by acting even without formal complaints.
Rae Bareli police swiftly apprehended a man for the brutal murder of his cousin, a watchman. The motive, investigators revealed, stemmed from a three-year illicit affair the accused had with the victim's wife. The accused confessed to the gruesome act, driven by a desire to eliminate the obstacle to his relationship.
Uttar Pradesh ATS arrested two youths for working with ISI-backed operatives, tasked with spreading fear and conducting reconnaissance of Army and Air Force installations. The accused, recruited via social media, were promised money for pasting posters and sharing sensitive information, highlighting a pattern of exploiting vulnerable youth for anti-national activities.
In a shocking turn of events, a significant heist has taken place at a Bank of India locker in Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh. Ninety-six gold packets, with a staggering estimated value in crores, have gone missing.
Uttar Pradesh minister Om Prakash Rajbhar reiterated his prediction of a major Samajwadi Party split, claiming disgruntled SP MPs are preparing to break away. He hinted that a leader from Ballia, a region known for its 'rebel' spirit, would spearhead the move, fueled by an alleged insult to the Brahmin community at an SP event.
A freight train carrying cars caught fire near Roopaspur in Firozabad district on Wednesday afternoon. The blaze erupted on the Dedicated Freight Corridor, affecting a wagon loaded with approximately 8 to 10 vehicles. Firefighters swiftly controlled the situation, with no reported casualties. The affected coach was detached for examination, while other train operations continued unaffected.
CBI teams conducted searches across five Uttar Pradesh districts in a Rs 4 crore embezzlement case within the Amethi basic education department. The probe, initiated following a High Court order, targets several education officials and teachers accused of illegally diverting government funds.
According to former DGP Vikram Singh, the law and order situation in Uttar Pradesh has undergone a transformative change over the past nine years. The state's commitment to a 'zero tolerance' stance has resulted in striking declines in crime rates, particularly in robbery, dacoity, murder, and rape.
Former Deoria Basic Shiksha Adhikari Shalini Srivastava was arrested in Delhi after being declared absconding in connection with an assistant teacher's suicide. The teacher had accused officials of extortion and harassment before dying by suicide. A reward was announced for information leading to Srivastava's arrest.
Uttar Pradesh schools will now remain closed for summer vacations until June 24. This decision, directed by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, prioritizes children's safety amid rising temperatures. Regular classes will resume on June 25. Teachers and staff will report from June 22 to June 24 for preparatory work. Collective yoga sessions are planned for June 21.
Uttar Pradesh minister Om Prakash Rajbhar predicts a significant political realignment within the Samajwadi Party, alleging an impending internal split. He claims SP leaders are seeking to align with the BJP due to pressure from corruption cases, citing a purported letter from Ram Gopal Yadav to Amit Shah as evidence.