The Times of India

A violent clash erupted between two groups of priests at the historic Baba Mahendranath Temple in Deoria over conducting rituals and sharing offerings. Police registered cross FIRs and arrested six individuals. Preventive action was also taken against five others to ensure peace. The situation at the temple is now under control.

The Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Upbhokta Parishad has urged the state government to appoint separate officers as UPPCL Chairman and Additional Chief Secretary (Energy). This separation is sought to prevent conflicts of interest and enhance transparency in the power sector, as recommended by the UPERC for UPSLDC.

A bomb scare at Lucknow's Aishbagh Railway Station caused a major security alert on the Raptisagar Express. Authorities launched an intensive search after a passenger reported overhearing a bomb threat. The operation concluded without finding any explosives, and the train was cleared to proceed, though the passenger's claims are under investigation.

A horrific road accident on the Hardoi-Lakhimpur border tragically killed three family members and injured three others when their car collided with a tractor-trolley. The tractor driver reportedly continued for nearly three kilometers, dragging the mangled vehicle, before being alerted by another motorist. The family was returning from a Haridwar vacation.

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Uttar Pradesh STF apprehended a Rs 1-lakh bounty accused, Gangaram Yadav, a key intermediary in the murder of property dealer Sandeep Singh. Yadav allegedly connected masterminds Dinesh Kumar Yadav and his driver Mubeen with contract shooters hired for Rs 10 lakh. The plot involved meticulous planning, surveillance, and alibis, with shooters sheltered at the mastermind's residence.

A devastating explosion at a licensed firecracker unit on Lucknow's outskirts claimed the life of a 22-year-old woman and injured a youth. The blast flattened the structure, with its impact felt miles away, causing panic. Investigations are underway to determine the cause, with officials noting the unit's location likely prevented a larger tragedy.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav declared the BJP a threat to democracy, urging party workers to secure victory in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections to safeguard the democratic system. He highlighted issues like inflation, unemployment, farmer distress, and rising crime, accusing the BJP of divisive politics and harming the PDA social alliance.

A grain trader drowned in the Gomti River while allegedly evading a police raid on a gambling session in Barabanki. His family claims police failed to rescue him despite his pleas. The body was recovered after an overnight search. Authorities are investigating the incident and have assured the family of government assistance.

A Ballia court has convicted five men for the 2022 gang-rape and assault of a teenage girl. Each accused received a 25-year prison sentence and a Rs 24,000 fine. The brutal incident occurred on December 24, 2022, when the victim was abducted and threatened. Police investigations led to the charge sheet and subsequent conviction of the five villagers.