The Times of India

Uttar Pradesh ATS arrested four individuals for allegedly operating a terror module directed by Pakistani handlers. The group planned arson attacks on railway infrastructure and conducted reconnaissance of key installations across multiple cities, aiming to create panic and economic disruption. They were apprehended before executing a major attack near Lucknow railway station.

An advocate was allegedly killed in Kushinagar after a family dispute turned violent, with a family member reportedly striking him on the head with an iron rod. The victim, Prasiddh Narayan Dixit, was taken to Gorakhpur for treatment but was declared dead. His younger son has accused his elder brother and sister-in-law of the murder.

A pregnant Hindu woman, Payal Kori, disguised in a burqa, robbed a jewelry shop in Ayodhya of a Rs 3.6 lakh gold chain using a toy pistol. She escaped on a motorcycle with her boyfriend, Rahul Kumar, who was waiting outside. Both were arrested while attempting to flee the district.

International artists Jakob Veigar and John B McGarity showcased their work at a Lucknow exhibition, Form, Matter, Meaning, concluding the India International Artist Residency Program. The event celebrated cross-cultural exchange, with McGarity drawing inspiration from local folklore and city structures for his art.

A discussion at Colvin Taluqdars College explored the question of who truly owns Lucknow, delving into the city's transformation. Experts debated the balance between infrastructure growth and the erosion of its traditional grace and courtesy. Participants emphasized that genuine ownership requires active participation in preserving the city's culture and cleanliness for future generations.

The Union government clarified in Parliament that smart prepaid electricity meters are optional, not compulsory under the Electricity Act, 2003. Consumers can voluntarily opt for prepaid meters without a security deposit. While promoting smart meters under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme, the government emphasizes incentivizing adoption over enforcement.

A tigress found dead near railway tracks in Dudhwa buffer zone has sparked a dispute between forest officials and Northeast Railway. While the forest department suspects a train collision due to severe internal injuries, railways deny involvement, citing no physical evidence and loco pilot reports. Investigations are ongoing.

A tragic incident in Ayodhya saw a woman and her newborn die allegedly due to medical negligence at a private hospital. Family members claim the delivery was handled by untrained staff, with the doctor absent and guiding the procedure remotely via phone. The health department has sealed the facility and launched an investigation into the alleged malpractice.