The Times of India

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CBI registered four FIRs against former Ordnance Equipment Factory officials and private individuals. These cases involve allegations of tender manipulation and illegal payments for contracts. Fake documents and forged quotations were reportedly used to secure these government tenders. Some officials allegedly received significant illegal payments and benefits for their involvement. The agency is investigating multiple contracts awarded between 2022 and 2025.

A man was arrested for allegedly strangling his wife to death. Dowry demands and the birth of a daughter fueled the alleged crime. The victim's father filed a complaint after the incident occurred. Post-mortem confirmed strangulation as the cause of death. Police are actively seeking the arrest of other family members.

Uttar Pradesh Police are investigating a viral video showing an officer watching social media reels. The incident occurred during a public grievance meeting at Azamgarh's Sadar tehsil. The officer allegedly used earphones and a mobile phone concealed within his cap. Azamgarh Police confirmed an inquiry is underway and action will follow findings. Social media users have criticized the officer's conduct during the official event.

Major general Vinod Kumar Patra provided immediate medical aid to an accident victim. He administered CPR and rescue breaths after finding no pulse or breathing. The victim's heart started beating again and he resumed breathing on his own. An army ambulance then transported the injured man to a medical facility. This timely intervention by the doctor proved decisive in saving a life.

Uttar Pradesh Vigilance searched former ARTO Lalit Kumar's Lucknow residence for disproportionate assets. The searches recovered approximately 1.62 crore rupees in cash concealed within the premises. Valuables including thirteen kilograms of gold and nine kilograms of silver were also seized. Investigators identified ownership of at least fifteen properties across several Uttar Pradesh districts. The ongoing probe aims to determine the full extent of assets acquired beyond known income sources.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at eleven locations in Jhansi and Lucknow. These searches are part of an ongoing money laundering investigation against a former Samajwadi Party MLA. The probe focuses on assets allegedly acquired through illicit means and criminal activities. Investigators are examining documents and digital devices seized during the operations. This action follows recent property attachments by Uttar Pradesh Police.

Uttar Pradesh has expanded social security for vulnerable groups. Pensions for the elderly and disabled have seen significant increases. Disability empowerment includes assistive devices and ID cards. Minority welfare programs address basic amenities and development needs. Food security and labor reforms aim for broader societal upliftment.

The USTTAD scheme aims to preserve India's rich traditional arts and crafts. It upgrades artisan skills and connects them to national and international markets. Minority youth are trained in traditional crafts through a guru-shishya model. Beneficiaries receive stipends and access to credit and market platforms. This initiative ensures a sustainable future for these valuable cultural practices.

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