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AI rainfall forecast system to give UP farmers, disaster managers 10 day local weather alerts

Uttar Pradesh has launched an AI-driven High Spatial Resolution Rainfall Forecast (HSRRF) system, offering up to 10-day, one-km accuracy rainfall predictions. Developed by IMD, IITM, and NCMRWF, it integrates extensive observational data. This system aims to significantly improve planning for agriculture and disaster management across the state.

14 May 2026 2:24 pm
'BJP will rule Uttar Pradesh till 2047': UP deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya attacks opposition

Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya expressed strong confidence in the BJP's long-term dominance in Uttar Pradesh, predicting the party will continue to lead for at least 21 years. He highlighted the state's progress towards development and dismissed opposition criticism, asserting the BJP's commitment to public service and welfare schemes for all sections of society.

14 May 2026 1:29 pm
West Asia crisis: UP CM Yogi Adityanath calls for national unity, energy conservation and selfreliance

West Asia's unfolding crisis poses a significant global challenge, potentially leading to fuel, food, and fertilizer shortages, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath warned. He urged national unity and responsible citizen action, emphasizing energy conservation and self-reliance to mitigate economic impacts. The CM highlighted renewable energy and community-driven solutions like biogas plants as crucial for reducing external dependence.

14 May 2026 1:02 pm
From empty treasury to Rs 36 lakh crore economy, UP no longer a bimaru state: CM Yogi Adityanath at TOI Conclave

Uttar Pradesh has transformed significantly over nine years, moving from a state plagued by poor law and order and migration to a model of development and security. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted improvements in infrastructure, investment, agriculture, and welfare, emphasizing a generational shift in governance and opportunity for its citizens.

14 May 2026 12:21 pm
Glass slipped from his hand: How Prateek Yadavs final moments unfolded at his Lucknow home

Prateek Yadav, stepbrother of Akhilesh Yadav, passed away after a sudden medical emergency at his Lucknow residence. He reportedly fell while drinking water around 4 am, and despite being rushed to the hospital, was declared brought dead. Doctors suspect a massive pulmonary thromboembolism as the cause of death.

14 May 2026 7:48 am
Prateek Yadav dead: 6 unexplained injuries before death' raise questions

Prateek Yadav's postmortem revealed a massive lung blood vessel blockage caused his heart and respiratory system to collapse. Doctors preserved his heart, lung clot, and viscera for forensic and chemical analysis to determine the clot's origin and any contributing factors. Six antemortem injuries were also noted, with their nature yet to be conclusively determined.

14 May 2026 7:42 am
Dara Shikohs book that bridged Vedic, Sufi thought

Rare Texts At State Archives Foundation Day

14 May 2026 2:04 am
Lens on smart meter test process in UP

Consumer advocacy group alleges lab used for smart meter testing lacks accreditation for critical IS 16444 standards

14 May 2026 1:47 am
14 May 2026 12:47 am
Blood clot in lungs caused Prateek Yadavs death, reveals post-mortem report

In a tragic turn of events, Prateek Yadav, the son of the late Mulayam Singh Yadav, succumbed to a severe blood clot that obstructed his lungs, resulting in heart and respiratory failure. Autopsy reports reveal that he experienced a 'cardiorespiratory collapse due to massive pulmonary thromboembolism.

13 May 2026 4:51 pm
Work begins on 742km-long Shamli-Gorakhpur eway

Uttar Pradesh is gearing up for the Shamli-Gorakhpur high-speed corridor, a 742 km greenfield project costing approximately Rs 40,000 crore. This crucial west-to-east link aims to significantly reduce travel time across northern and northeastern India. Land acquisition is underway in 17 districts, with the expressway expected to be operational by 2030.

13 May 2026 3:41 pm
UP horror: Newly-married man kills sister-in-law, then turns gun on himself

A 27-year-old man allegedly shot his 18-year-old sister-in-law before dying by suicide in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar district. The incident, suspected to be linked to a love affair, occurred inside a locked room at his in-laws' house. Police are investigating the exact motive and circumstances.

13 May 2026 3:29 pm
Love, lies and affair: Man kills sister-in-law, then shoots himself in UP

A man allegedly shot his sister-in-law dead before taking his own life in a locked room in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. The incident, believed to be linked to a love affair, occurred at the in-laws' residence on Wednesday morning. Police are investigating the motive and circumstances surrounding the tragic event.

13 May 2026 3:21 pm
Last family trip? Months after divorce posts, Prateek and Aparna Yadav shared pics together on vacation in Iceland

Weeks after a public marital dispute, Prateek Yadav and BJP leader Aparna Yadav vacationed in Iceland with their daughter, sharing photos of a seemingly resolved conflict. The trip followed Prateek's accusations of Aparna prioritizing fame and his subsequent announcement of reconciliation, just months before his sudden death.

13 May 2026 1:55 pm
Who was Prateek Yadav: Mulayam Singh Yadavs younger son who chose fitness and animal welfare over politics

Prateek Yadav, younger son of Mulayam Singh Yadav and half-brother of Akhilesh Yadav, passed away in Lucknow at 38. Known for his business ventures and love for animals, he largely stayed away from politics. His death follows recent public marital discord and a business dispute.

13 May 2026 12:35 pm
1 year before death, Prateek Yadav had accused business partner of Rs 4 crore extortion

Prateek Yadav, step-brother of Akhilesh Yadav and husband of BJP leader Aparna Yadav, has died in Lucknow under mysterious circumstances. This follows a 2025 case where Yadav accused a former business associate of extorting over Rs 4 crore and threatening his reputation. The FIR detailed allegations of financial fraud and blackmail related to a real estate firm.

13 May 2026 12:00 pm
Who is Aparna Yadav: Prateek Yadavs wife and chhoti bahu of UPs influential Yadav clan in focus

Prateek Yadav, son of Mulayam Singh Yadav and half-brother of Akhilesh Yadav, passed away at 38 in Lucknow. His wife, Aparna Bisht Yadav, a former SP candidate who later joined the BJP, currently serves as vice-chairperson of the State Women Commission. Prateek had previously accused Aparna of damaging family relations.

13 May 2026 11:20 am
Prateek Yadav death case: UP police at BJP leader Aparna Yadav's home, seal husband's room

Police are investigating the death of Prateek Yadav, brother of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, after he was found unconscious at a Lucknow residence. Investigators, including DCP Central Zone Vikrant Vir, visited BJP leader Aparna Yadav's home and seized Prateek's mobile phone. The exact cause of death remains undetermined pending post-mortem and forensic reports.

13 May 2026 11:18 am
UP man strangles teen daughter to death over interfaith affair; arrested

A 16-year-old girl in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly strangled by her father over her inter-community relationship. The father, Hardev Chauhan, was arrested after the girl's mother reported him. The family had previously opposed the relationship, and the girl had eloped with her boyfriend months earlier.

13 May 2026 10:31 am
'Losses in business can break person internally': What Akhilesh Yadav said on half-brother Prateek Yadav's death

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav expressed deep grief over the death of his younger brother, Prateek Yadav, describing him as a hardworking and health-conscious individual. Akhilesh highlighted Prateek's determination to progress through his own efforts and mentioned that financial setbacks can deeply affect individuals. The family will proceed with legal formalities and future decisions collectively.

13 May 2026 10:21 am
Sudden death of Prateek Yadav shocks family; brother Akhilesh mourns loss

Prateek Yadav, 38, husband of BJP leader Aparna Yadav and step-brother of Akhilesh Yadav, died in Lucknow under mysterious circumstances. Brought to Civil Hospital by his brother-in-law, doctors declared him dead on arrival. The exact cause of death awaits a postmortem examination.

13 May 2026 9:29 am
Pakistan unlikely to abandon proxy war, says former army commander Manoj Katiyar who led the western front in Operation Sindoor

Pakistan's military continues to rely on proxy warfare and terrorism against India, according to former Army commander Lt Gen Manoj Katiyar. He stressed that future Indian responses must impose sustained costs, evolving deterrence into compliance. Gen. Katiyar also highlighted the critical role of information and cyber warfare in shaping perceptions and degrading enemy capabilities in modern, multi-domain conflicts.

13 May 2026 9:27 am