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Uttar Pradesh News

The Times of India

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Ayodhya Ram temple donation theft: Police quiz Tinnu Yadav; seize motorcycle, sedan bought with siphoned funds

Police seized a motorcycle and sedan linked to alleged Ram Temple donation embezzlement. Accused individuals provided information during police remand and were confronted with evidence. Investigators are scrutinizing financial records and bank transactions to trace the money. Several co-accused have been questioned, leading to recoveries of vehicles and cash. Further forensic analysis and questioning are expected to reveal the conspiracy's extent.

19 Jul 2026 9:50 pm
Drugs, codeine syrups worth Rs 1.13 crore seized from 3 illegal warehouses in UP's Gonda, 1 held

Uttar Pradesh authorities seized illegal drugs and counterfeit medicines valued at over one crore rupees. The operation targeted three unlicensed warehouses in Gonda district, uncovering a significant haul of psychotropic substances. One individual was apprehended during the raid, while the alleged kingpin remains at large. This action is part of a state-wide campaign against illicit drug manufacturing and distribution networks.

19 Jul 2026 9:40 pm
4-year-old nursery student sexually assaulted by school van driver in UP; arrested

A four-year-old nursery student was allegedly assaulted by a school van driver. The accused, Girish Mishra, has been arrested and booked under relevant laws. The child returned home frightened and later complained of abdominal pain. A medical examination indicated sexual assault, and the child identified the driver. Police are continuing their investigation and collecting additional evidence.

19 Jul 2026 8:04 pm
UP resident doctor suspended over march in support of Sonam Wangchuk

A resident doctor in Bahraich has been suspended for his solitary march. He was supporting social activist Sonam Wangchuk and expressed concerns about corruption. The college principal confirmed the suspension and formed an inquiry committee. This committee will investigate the doctor's actions and submit its findings. Further action will be decided after the inquiry report is received.

19 Jul 2026 6:40 pm
'BJP trying to bulldoze students' dreams': SP chief Akhilesh Yadav appeals to 'save' Jauhar University amid demolition row

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has appealed to stop the proposed demolition of university buildings. He accused the BJP government of targeting the institution due to political vendetta. The Rampur Development Authority ordered demolition of many university buildings without required approvals. Yadav urged citizens to help save the university, calling it a temple of education. He stated that documentation issues should be addressed instead of demolishing the institution.

19 Jul 2026 5:16 pm
3 detained after viral video shows men drinking alcohol, eating mutton on boat in Ayodhya

Police detained three men after a video showed them consuming mutton and alcohol. The incident reportedly occurred on a boat near Guptaar Ghat in Ayodhya. These actions are alleged to have hurt the religious sentiments of devotees. Similar incidents involving consumption on boats have been reported recently. Authorities are continuing efforts to locate the fourth individual involved.

19 Jul 2026 3:50 pm
Artificial Intelligence: Are we headed towards a new multiverse God?

Artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving, creating a new virtual universe. The metaverse is already developing, potentially surpassing human dimensions. This virtual force offers immediate solutions, acting like a god dispensing blessings. Morality and human beliefs may be surrendered to this abstract virtual identity. A new human-machine kind, the metamind, is emerging in this evolving world.

19 Jul 2026 11:31 am
After Supreme Courts go ahead, decks have been cleared for Indias first and the worlds largest Night Safari in Lucknow

Lucknow's Kukrail reserve forest will soon host India's first and world's largest night safari. The Supreme Court has granted clearance, allowing construction to commence on the ambitious project. This safari, inspired by Singapore's model, will span nearly 500 acres of land. It will feature 42 enclosures housing 54 species active during twilight and night. The project, powered by solar energy, is expected to open to the public in two years.

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Rs 60,000 salary, US Trip Promises: How fake call centre recruited

Brush WIth BPO Sector, Fluency In English Key Merits

19 Jul 2026 1:22 am
UP police rescue man trapped in 20-foot tunnel beneath dilapidated house; timely CPR saves his life

Police swiftly rescued a man trapped in a deep pit beneath his collapsed mud house. The critical situation demanded immediate action from the Sadullanagar Police team. Officers bravely entered the narrow tunnel to reach the victim. They carefully removed debris and pulled the man to safety. Timely medical intervention stabilized his condition, and he is now out of danger.

18 Jul 2026 11:20 pm
Fake profiles, love traps, drugs: Nigerian national held in Delhi with meth; STF links him to international romance scam gang

A Nigerian national was arrested in Delhi with illegal drugs. He overstayed his medical visa and was involved in a romance scam. The accused allegedly used fake social media profiles to dupe Indian victims. He was apprehended in a joint operation by STF and NCB officials. Investigators are now tracing the syndicate's financial transactions and digital activities.

18 Jul 2026 10:01 pm
Maulana Arshad Madani links Jauhar University row to politics, says university is named after a great freedom fighter

In a strong stance against the rumored demolitions at Mohammad Ali Jauhar University, Maulana Arshad Madani criticized the act as politically charged and an affront to a historical freedom fighter. He argued that it is unfair to demolish educational institutions prior to legal resolutions. Instead, he proposed imposing fines as a fair legal recourse. The gathering further discussed issues of communalism, calling for a unified social fabric.

18 Jul 2026 6:20 pm
88-year-old killed in leopard attack in UP's Bahraich

An eighty-eight-year-old man was killed by a leopard in Bahraich district. The animal dragged the man from his home's veranda early Saturday morning. Family members intervened, startling the leopard which then fled towards the forest. The injured man was taken to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries. Forest officials are intensifying patrols and planning to cage the leopard.

18 Jul 2026 3:05 pm
UP assembly elections to be held on schedule, census will not delay polls: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections will be held on schedule in FebruaryMarch 2027, despite the Census, citing constitutional requirements. He announced no bypolls in three constituencies, assured corrections to electoral roll errors, ruled out CCTV inside voting booths, and said online voting is not under consideration.

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