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The Times of India

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Demolition drive turns violent in Lucknow; lawyers pelt stones, police resort to lathicharge

Tensions flared in Kaiserbagh as police lathi-charged protesting advocates during a Municipal Corporation demolition drive. The operation targeted chambers near the Civil Court, ordered by the Lucknow Bench of the High Court to remove illegal encroachments. Police stated the situation is under control.

17 May 2026 12:04 pm
Woman abducted, tied to tree, 'assaulted' after rejecting marriage proposal in UP

A woman in Uttar Pradesh alleges she was abducted, tied to a tree, and assaulted by a man after rejecting his marriage proposal. The incident occurred on May 11, and police have registered a case and are actively searching for the accused. Further investigation is ongoing following the victim's additional injury disclosures.

17 May 2026 8:50 am
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Dialysis facilities now available across all 75 UP districts: DyCM

SGPGIs Nephrology Dept Foundation Day Celebrated

17 May 2026 1:26 am
SP leader Azam Khan sentenced to 2 years in jail over 2019 'tankhaiyya' remarks; fined Rs 5,000

Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan has been sentenced to two years of simple imprisonment and fined Rs 5,000 in Rampur for making derogatory remarks against district administration officials during the 2019 Lok Sabha election campaign. The conviction was based on eyewitness testimony and video footage presented in court.

16 May 2026 2:56 pm
Pay or go viral: UP woman blackmailed using AI-generated obscene photos; Cyber cafe operator, brother booked

In Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, a cyber cafe operator and his brother have been booked for allegedly creating AI-generated obscene images of a 25-year-old woman. They extorted Rs 50,000 by threatening to upload the morphed photos online and later targeted her husband. Police suspect the brothers may have blackmailed several other women.

16 May 2026 12:26 pm
'Darling, leaked papers for you': What Lucknow teacher told female student; viral audio sparks row

An assistant professor from Lucknow University is accused of leaking examination papers and making inappropriate advances towards a female student. Viral audio clips allegedly capture the professor promising academic favors and leaked papers in exchange for meetings. The university has filed a complaint, leading to the professor's detention and an ongoing investigation.

16 May 2026 12:13 pm
62 fall sick after eating prasad at religious event in UPs Kannauj

A religious ceremony in Kannauj's Simuapur village turned grim as at least 62 people fell ill after consuming prasad. Devotees experienced health issues following the distribution of 'panchamrit' and 'panjiri' during a 'Satyanarayan Katha'. Many were rushed to the district hospital, with 14 critical patients transferred to a medical college. Officials are overseeing the situation and ensuring treatment.

16 May 2026 10:24 am
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Cheers, tears and Bollywood tunes at this farewell bash in Lucknow

Students of a private institute bid an emotional farewell to campus life during Jashn-E-Bollywood, an evening filled with music, dance and memories.

15 May 2026 3:45 pm
3 friends killed after speeding truck hits bike on Tanda-Banda national highway

Tragedy struck Amethi as three friends, Karan, Ankitt, and Arjun, lost their lives in a horrific accident on the Tanda-Banda national highway. A speeding truck, allegedly driven recklessly, collided with their motorcycle near Shivganj village. While two died instantly, the third succumbed to injuries later.

15 May 2026 2:51 pm