The Times of India News

A CAG audit in Uttar Pradesh has exposed massive planning and financial mismanagement in rural electrification schemes, DDUGJY and SAUBHAGYA. Flawed project reports, inflated costs, and delayed execution led to over Rs 2,000 crore in lost grants. Critical objectives like off-grid connections and feeder separation were largely unmet, undermining the state's electrification drive.

In Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, an FIR has been filed against 48 individuals for allegedly obtaining voter ID cards through forged documents. The issue surfaced during a district magistrate's review of electoral rolls, leading to an inquiry that confirmed the fraudulent activity. Police are now investigating the matter further, with all accused residing in Bilalpat village.

A junior clerk in Gonda has been arrested for allegedly raping a minor and defrauding her of Rs 7 lakh. The accused, Ashish Singh, befriended the 16-year-old victim while assisting with her mother's pension, then exploited her trust for sexual relations and financial gain. The case surfaced when the victim discovered Singh was already married.

Unnao YouTuber Anurag Dwivedi faces intense scrutiny over his lavish Dubai wedding amidst allegations of money laundering linked to illegal online betting. Investigators claim his extravagant lifestyle, including a multi-crore cruise wedding, contradicts his middle-class influencer image. The Enforcement Directorate is probing his finances, alleging promotion of betting platforms and investment of illicit funds in Dubai.