School Holiday Tomorrow, 20 November 2025: Whats closed, whats open? full state-wise update inside
Schools across India will largely remain open on Thursday, November 20, 2025, with Punjab and Chandigarh observing a holiday for Martyrdom Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Tamil Nadu faces potential closures due to heavy rainfall alerts, with decisions pending local weather conditions. Other states, including Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh, will operate as usual.
Ranji Trophy: Gujarat And Saurashtra Emerge Victorious, Rinku And Dhull Hit Centuries In Draws
Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy: Gujarat and Saurashtra registered outright wins on the last day of 2025/26 Ranji Trophy round five, while India left-handed batter Rinku Singh and Yash Dhull struck big centuries in drawn encounters for Uttar Pradesh and Delhi, respectively. At Abhimanyu Cricket Academy in Dehradun, Gujarat defeated Uttarakhand by 146 runs, with Vishal Jayswal claiming four wickets and Siddharth Desai picking three scalps. Aarav Mahajan top-scored for Uttarakhand in the second innings with 60, but despite a promising start, the middle order faltered and crashed to a loss. Saurashtra defeated Goa by an innings and 47 runs in their Ranji Trophy fixture at the Niranjan Shah Stadium Ground C in Rajkot. Left-arm spinner Parth Bhut was named Player of the Match for finishing with a match haul of nine wickets two scalps in the first innings and seven wickets in the second innings to dismiss Goa for 180 after enforcing the follow-on. At Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science Ground, Coimbatore, Rinku hit a commanding 176 to steer Uttar Pradesh to getting three points via a crucial first-innings lead over Tamil Nadu in their Elite Group A clash. Resuming from his overnight score of 98, Rinku got his ninth first-class century in the morning session before converting it into a 247-ball effort laced with 17 fours and six sixes. He also stitched vital partnerships with Shivam Sharma (53) and Kartik Yadav (59) to keep UP in contention for taking the lead. Though he eventually fell to P Vidyuth in the 143rd over, Aaqib Khan and Kunal Tyagi held their nerve to secure a slender but valuable five-run lead that gave them three points. After UP were bowled out for 460, TN made 103/2, but got only one point. While B. Sachin was out after reaching his fifty, N. Jagadeesan was dismissed for 44. Their dismissals made the way for both teams to shake hands and settle for a draw. With the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy coming up, TN will now have M. Venkataramana taking over as head coach from M. Senthilnathan. At Madan Paliwal Miraj Sports Centre in Rajsamand, skipper Dhull stood tall for Delhi after being made to follow on by Rajasthan. Dhull hit a majestic 189 off 242 balls, laced with 27 fours and two sixes, as he helped Delhi to stave off an innings defeat and escape with one point. At Bengal Cricket Academy Ground in Kalyani, Assam produced a gritty rearguard effort to deny Bengal six points in their Group C clash by batting out 120.4 overs to secure a draw. Despite making 200 in the first innings, Assam showed remarkable resistance, with Denish Das (73), Sumit Ghadigaonkar (48), and Sibsankar Roy (52) hitting crucial knocks while Abdul Kuraishi remained unbeaten on 23 off 68 deliveries in the final session, as Assams last batting pair survived 44 balls. At Madan Paliwal Miraj Sports Centre in Rajsamand, skipper Dhull stood tall for Delhi after being made to follow on by Rajasthan. Dhull hit a majestic 189 off 242 balls, laced with 27 fours and two sixes, as he helped Delhi to stave off an innings defeat and escape with one point. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The resistance denied Kerala their first win of the season, with last years runners-up collecting three points from the drawn encounter. Sachin Baby and B. Aparajith struck centuries in a 176-run partnership that led to Kerala declaring at 314/5. Kerala looked on course for a win, but Pandey and Kartikeya ensured MP survived being bowled out by reaching 167/8 in 69 overs. Article Source: IANS
Girl With Mental Health Issues Raped Multiple Times: UP Police
A mentally challenged minor girl was allegedly raped multiple times in Uttar Pradesh's Hamirpur, police said.
Punjab police arrest two in connection with RSS leader's son's murder plot
CHANDIGARH: Four days after 32-year-old Naveen Arora, son of a senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) functionary and grandson of late Dina Nath, a senior RSS leader and social worker, was shot dead in Ferozepur district, Punjab Police on Tuesday arrested two of the five men involved in plotting and executing the killing. Senior Superintendent of Police, Ferozepur, Bhupinder Singh Sidhu said the motive for the killing was yet to be ascertained. He said the conspiracy to kill Arora was hatched on 13 November during the birthday party of a youth, Kanav, at Basti Bhatian Wali. It was there that Jatin Kali of Badhi Jaimal Singh village made the plan and offered Rs 1 lakh to Kanav, Badal, Harsh and another suspect whose identity the police have withheld to prevent any compromise in the investigation. Then the accused mapped Aroras daily routine. After that, two teams were formed, one of Kanav and Harsh, and the other of Badal and his accomplice, so that if Naveen altered his route to return home, the second team could execute the plan. Before killing Arora, the alleged accused went to Uttar Pradesh and procured weapons, said Sidhu, adding that the weapon used in the crime is yet to be recovered. He said Kanav and Harsh have been arrested, and efforts are on to trace the three other accused. The police is investigating all the angles, including the claim by a terror outfit, which appears dubious, to identify what triggered the killing, said Sidhu. Interestingly, on Monday, a little-known pro-Khalistan outfit, Sher-e-Punjab Brigade, issued a statement on social media claiming responsibility for the killing. The incident occurred around 7 pm on 15 November when Naveen Arora, son of senior RSS leader Baldev Raj Arora, who ran a dupatta shop in the main bazaar of Ferozepur, was walking to his residence near Dr Sadhu Chand Chowk. The assailants fired at him near Budhwara Wala Mohalla. He died on the spot.
Leopards in western Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand are being deemed unfit for release due to their adaptation to sugarcane fields, leading to increased human-wildlife conflict. These big cats have become heavier, slower, and accustomed to humans, prompting officials to send them to zoos instead of back into the wild.
UP Govt approves 95 projects to strengthen states canal system
LUCKNOW, Nov 19: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday approved 95 canal projects aimed at enhancing the irrigation networks capacity and ensuring an uninterrupted water supply. Once completed, the projects, worth Rs 394.53 crore, will restore irrigation capacity across 36,000 hectares, directly benefiting nearly 9 lakh farmers and rural communities. In addition, 273 hectares of departmental land will be safeguarded, an official statement said. During a review meeting of the Irrigation and Water Resources Department, the UP [] The post UP Govt approves 95 projects to strengthen states canal system appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UP: Six cattle smugglers caught in encounter with Ghazipur cops
Ghazipur police, with SWAT and local teams, apprehended eight cattle smugglers after an exchange of fire. Three smugglers sustained leg injuries and were hospitalized. The operation led to the recovery of three pistols, cartridges, an SUV, and a pickup truck carrying six cattle.
Capital punishment awarded to accused of brutally killing 8-year-old girl after rape in UP
A Ramnagar man, Irshad, has been sentenced to death by hanging for the brutal rape and murder of an 8-year-old girl. The special POCSO court delivered the verdict within 11 months of the incident, also imposing a Rs 60,000 fine. The court described Irshad as 'savage' and a danger to society.
Dreaded looter caught in encounter with cops in Azamgarh
Kotwali police in Azamgarh district apprehended a criminal during a midnight raid. The accused sustained a leg injury during an exchange of fire. He was found with a motorcycle, pistol, and a stolen gold chain. The arrested individual, identified as Pintu alias Ashok from Varanasi, has multiple cases registered against him. He confessed to a recent chain-snatching incident.
Dalit vegetable vendor thrashed in UP, video goes viral
Uttar Pradesh: A Dalit vegetable vendor in Uttar Pradeshs Shahjahanpur was brutally thrashed and verbally assaulted by an upper caste rival on Sunday, November 16, who asked the Dalit man to call him father, prompting public outrage. The video quickly went viral on social media, prompting the UP police to take action against the main Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Uttar Pradesh: Pharma dealer shot dead in Chandauli district
A 45-year-old pharmaceutical dealer was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Uttar Pradeshs Chandauli, while a separate incident in Mumbai saw a 39-year-old labourer bludgeoned and strangled by a co-worker inside a steel shop. Police have launched investigations in both cases
Lucknowites plead Supreme Court to hear the other side
Lucknow residents protested the Supreme Court's directive to remove stray dogs from public spaces. Activists and citizens advocated for Animal Birth Control measures and simpler adoption processes, emphasizing empathy and community involvement. The gathering highlighted concerns about the welfare of stray animals and the need for humane solutions.
Ranji: Rinku Singh's career-best 176 powers UP to first-innings lead vs TN
Rinku Singh's stellar 176 propelled Uttar Pradesh to a vital five-run lead in the first innings against Tamil Nadu during their Ranji Trophy showdown. Starting the day on 98, Singh's dynamic yet steady performance, which included 17 boundaries and six soaring sixes, was the backbone of UP's batting efforts.
UPSSSC PET final answer key 2025 released as recruitment for 44,778 Group C posts begins
UPSSSC PET 2025: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the final answer key for PET 2025, conducted on September 6 and 7. More than 1.94 million candidates appeared for the exam, and full marks will be granted for four questioned items across both dates. With PET scores valid for three years, UPSSSC is set to begin recruitment for 44,778 Group C posts across multiple departments as proposals for 868 recruitments await the next selection stages.
Art of Living Wins Top National Awards for Reviving Rivers and Strengthening Water Security
Founded by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, The Art of Living has been nationally recognised for its large scale environmental leadership with two prestigious honours at the 6th National Water Awards and the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari Awards 1.0 presented by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. Receiving the Best NGO for Water Conservation title along with a national recognition under the Best Civil Society category, the organisation continues to shape India’s water security and ecological resilience with impactful, community driven action. Shri Prasana Prabhu and Shri Br. Pragyachaitanya receiving the Best Civil Society Award from Union Jal Shakti Minister Shri C.R. Patil The award was received by Shri Prasana Prabhu, Chairman of Art of Living’s Sri Sri Institute of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Trust (AOL-SSIAST) and the Sri Sri Rural Development Programme Trust (AOL-SSRDP), along with Shri Br Pragyachaitanya , Chairman of Art of Living’s Vyakti Vikas Kendra. The Art of Living proudly receives the Best NGO Award for Water Conservation The ceremony was graced by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, underscoring the national importance of water sustainability. She was joined by Shri C. R. Patil, Union Jal Shakti Minister, Shri V. Somanna and Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary, Ministers of State for Jal Shakti, Shri Ashok K. K. Meena, Secretary, Drinking Water and Sanitation, and Shri V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, Water Resources and Ganga Rejuvenation. During the ceremony, President Smt Droupadi Murmu noted that climate change is disrupting the water cycle and stressed that government and citizens must work together with steady commitment toward water availability and water security. She highlighted that along with water treatment and recirculation, several industrial units have already achieved zero pollutant discharge. Reinforcing the spirit of national collaboration, Shri C. R. Patil praised the efforts of organisations contributing to Jal Sanchay and Janbhagidari . In this movement, The Art of Living has emerged as a key contributor by reviving 75+ rivers and creating more than 1,05,000 recharge structures that conserve over 174 billion litres of water. This work has improved water access for 3.45 crore people across 20,000 villages, strengthening community resilience. Aligned with the national call for shared responsibility, AOL SSRDP is driving a measurable impact on the ground. The organisation has been reducing water pollution by treating contaminated water, promoting the recirculation of processed water, and preventing further discharge of pollutants into rivers and water bodies. Through its JalShuddhi initiative, it has restored 152 polluted water bodies, strengthening groundwater recharge and urban water resilience. This includes the revival of 102 temple ponds in Chennai, 11 drains in Agra, 24 drains in Pune, and the Barapulla drain in Delhi NCR, creating clear evidence of sustained ecological healing driven by community participation and scientific intervention. Shri V. L. Kantha Rao, said that the Namami Gange Mission has become a national model for pollution control and river basin rejuvenation. In this direction, AOL-SSIAST is promoting Natural Farming in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur and Raebareli, ensuring cleaner recharge into the Ganga. Under the Namami Gange Project, more than 4,500 farmers have been trained and about 3,500 hectares converted to chemical free cultivation along the river. This shift is reducing chemical runoff and strengthening water conservation in the basin. Till now AOL-SSIAST has trained 3 million farmers across 24 states and facilitated the planting of 100 million trees in 36 countries. On receiving the award, Chairman (AOL-SSIAST & AOL-SSRDP)Shri Prasana Prabhu said, I offer my heartfelt gratitude to the Hon’ble President of India, the Ministry of Jal Shakti, and every volunteer and partner supporting this mission. This recognition strengthens our resolve to advance water conservation and pollution mitigation. About The Art of Living 800 million lives impacted in 180 countries 75+ rivers and tributaries revived 3 million farmers trained in Natural Farming across 24 states 100 million trees planted in 36 countries and 26 states 8,00,000+ lives transformed, with the Prison Program active in 65 countries 4,75,000+ youth trained in livelihood skills across 500 districts 1,327 free schools educating 1,00,000+ children in 2,032 villages Support the Mission ssrdp.artofliving.org/donate-ssrdp Join Us in Making a Difference AOL-SSIAST AOL-SSRDP ssiast.artofliving.org ssrdp.artofliving.org x.com/ssiast x.com/srisrirdp www.facebook.com/ssiast.artofliving www.facebook.com/SriSriRDP instagram.com/ssiast_artofliving www.instagram.com/srisrirdp www.youtube.com/@SSIAST www.youtube.com/@srisriRDP
Filmmaker SS Rajamouli is facing a police complaint from the Vanara Sena organization for allegedly hurting Hindu sentiments with his remarks about Lord Hanuman. The comments were reportedly made during a promotional event for his upcoming film 'Varanasi' in Hyderabad. The police have received the complaint and are currently investigating the matter.
Uttar Pradesh: Toll in stone quarry collapse in Sonbhadra mounts to 7
According to the district administration, the seventh body has been identified as that of Gulab Kharwar, 32, a resident of Obra. Kharwars body was recovered on Monday evening.
UPSC examinations is one of the most difficult examinations in India. Every year nearly 9 to 10 lakh aspirants appear for UPSC examinations, but you must have noticed an overwhelming number of candidates from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. But Why? Here's what Dr Vikas Divyakirti said.
UP serial killer driving app cab in Kol arrested
DRI seizes Rs 21.7cr worth heroin at Lucknows Charbagh rly stn
LMC hikes budget allocationsfor development works in city
KGMU starts maternal newborn ICU for care of preterm babies
Anganwadi children get a lesson on gender equality
Manoj Pandey re-electedLUACTA prez for 5th term
Smoking and pollution raise COPD risk
Dharti Aaba play highlights Birsa Munda legacy
'Anniversary revenge attack': Did Muzammil Shakeel, Shaheen Shahid buy cars for Delhi serial blasts?
Doctors Shaheen Shahid and Muzammil Shakeel are under investigation for allegedly purchasing multiple cars as part of a wider serial bombing conspiracy. Preliminary probes suggest their involvement in arranging or financing vehicles for Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIEDs) as an anniversary revenge attack planned for December 6.
UP ATS quizzes 100 people linked to Shaheen, bro
Asim Arun: Govt plans to take devpt plans to all tribal families in 2 years
J&K fencing team clinches Gold at 36th Senior National Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 18: The Jammu and Kashmir fencing team displayed remarkable skill and determination to win the gold medal in the mens sabre team event at the 36th Senior National Fencing Championship held at New Delhi today. In a thrilling final, J&K defeated Maharashtra by 45-38 to claim the top spot, while SSCB and Uttar Pradesh settled for bronze medals. The victorious J&K team comprised Vishal Thapar, Harshit Kohli, Sagar Sahi and Mayank Sharma, with Rashid Ahmed [] The post J&K fencing team clinches Gold at 36th Senior National Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt has reduced healthcare sector to shambles: SP chief
Maurya is central observer in Bihar, creates ripples in UP
Probe zeroes in on old carsellers, Kanpur-based docs
A shocking incident unfolded in Kanpur where a 20-year-old woman bit off her former lover's tongue after he attempted to force a kiss. The 35-year-old married man, whose affair with the woman had ended due to her impending marriage, pursued her to a secluded field. She retaliated in self-defense, leading to his hospitalization and a police complaint.
A loud public applause and a vibrant finale to Bhagidari Utsav
UP charts green energy roadmap to become leading state by 2047
Mayawati to hold review meet today
About 2.15 cr farmers to get PM Kisan Sammaninstalment today
Chinese woman gets 8 yrs in jail for illegally entering India in 23
Revenue inspector caught taking bribe
Car catches fire in chowk; firemen avert major mishap
SUV driver abducts traffic cop at Shaheed Path, arrested
3 die as bus overturns on Agra expressway
Prez honours Gkp lad Siddharth Shiv Jaiswal
Teen boy dies after school van hits bike
UP wins awards for water conservation
Colour coded seating for Ayodhya event
Patel devoted self for Indias freedom: Pathak
Jalaun DM Rajesh Kumar Pandey receives natl award for water conservation efforts
IIT-BHU, Japan university strengthen academic ties
CM Yogi visits his OSDs residence to shower blessings on bride-to-be
CM: Ensure strict action, swift help in police-related cases
Yogi visits Gkp,completes SIR formalities
In new UP, criminals seen limping in jail within hours: CM Yogi
SIT to probe Rs100cr codeine cough syrup scam
BHU hosts Ghat Walk in run-up to KTS 4.0; Rlys to run spl trains
Cattle smugglers property worth Rs31.2L attached in Azamgarh
Over 41K home guard posts open in UP, apply online by Dec 17
Terror case accused assaulted by fellow inmates inside Sabarmati Central Jail
AHMEDABAD: Dr Ahmed Mohyuddin Syed, accused in a terror case, was brutally assaulted inside Sabarmati Central Jail after an early-morning confrontation with three undertrial inmates. The clash left him with severe eye and facial injuries, triggering a formal FIR and a high-level internal probe. The incident has brought the jail under fresh scrutiny over the security of high-risk prisoners. The incident unfolded around 7 am, when a confrontation between Dr Ahmed Mohyuddin Syed and three inmates suddenly spiraled into a full-blown assault. Syed collapsed with injuries to his eye, face, and multiple body parts. Prison staff rushed him to Ahmedabad Civil Hospital for urgent treatment. The accused, identified as three undertrials lodged in the same barrack, allegedly attacked Syed using a belt or strap. Speaking in sharp detail to TNIE , Gaurav Agrawal, SP of Sabarmati Central Jail, said: We have registered an FIR following the assault on Dr. Ahmed inside the jail ... The reason behind the confrontation is still unclear. Our team is questioning inmates, and further investigation against the three named individuals is underway. On November 9, Gujarat ATS had captured three persons from Gandhinagar and Banaskantha, uncovering a terrifying trail of radicalisation and preparations for a major terror strike. Dr. Ahmed Mohyuddin, a medical graduate from China, had alleged links with Pakistan-based handlers and was reportedly experimenting with cyanide to create lethal poison. Investigators claimed that he aimed to raise funds to launch a large-scale terror attack in Gujarat or elsewhere in India, all under the ideological influence of ISKP (Islamic StateKhorasan Province). Two other accused Azad Suleman Sheikh and Mohammad Suhail from Uttar Pradesh had earlier sourced arms from Hanumangarh, Rajasthan, and hidden them in a graveyard near Kalol, Gandhinagar. The ATS recovered three foreign-made pistols, 30 live cartridges, and 4 liters of castor oil, believed to be part of early-stage poison manufacturing.
In new UP, criminals seen limping in jail within hours: CM
100-plus minors, held as bonded labourers, rescued from Raipur factory
NHRC member says that the children mostly tribals from Assam, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Odisha were exposed to formaldehyde, a chemical known to cause cancer
Gorakhpur's IAS officer Siddharth Shiv Jaiswal received the Best District (North East Zone) award from President Murmu for Sepahijala, Tripura. This marks his third national honour, recognizing significant achievements in water conservation, river rejuvenation, and sustainable resource management. Jaiswal's leadership spearheaded initiatives like riverbank restoration and groundwater recharge, boosting biodiversity and eco-tourism.
Supreme Court expresses concern over cases of missing children, terms it 'serious'
NEW DELHI: Voicing serious concern over a news report that claimed that in every eight minutes, a child goes missing in the country, the Supreme Court -- while hearing a petition filed by an NGO -- on Tuesday termed it as serious issue. I have read in a newspaper that every eight minutes, a child goes missing in the country. I don't know if this is true or not. But this is a serious issue, Justice B V Nagarathna, who was heading the two-judge bench, observed orally on Tuesday. The apex court comprising Justice R Mahadevan -- besides Justice Nagarathna --made it clear during the hearing that the adoption process in the country is complicated and thereby it asked the Centre to make it simpler and to streamline the mechanism for an effective one. The adoption process is rigorous, it is bound to be flouted and people go for illegal means to have children, observed the top court. It passed these observations, after hearing a plea filed by the NGO Guria Swayam Sevi Sansthan, which had moved the SC and highlighted that unresolved cases of kidnapping or missing children besides the actions required to be taken on the basis of information available with the Khoya/Paya portal monitored by the government of India. The petition filed in the apex court stressed that five cases were registered in Uttar Pradesh last year in which minor boys and girls were kidnapped and trafficked through a network of middlemen to states like Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. During the course of the hearing, Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Aishwarya Bhati, senior law officer appearing for the Centre, sought six weeks time for appointing a nodal officer to handle cases of missing children. Hearing this, the Apex Court, however, refused to grant six weeks and asked the ASG to complete the process by December 9. Earlier on October 14, the bench had directed the Union government to instruct all States and Union territories to depute a nodal officer to handle cases of missing children and to provide their names and contact details for publication on the Mission Vatsalya portal operated by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. It had directed that whenever a complaint regarding a missing child is received on the portal, the information should be simultaneously shared with the respective nodal officers. The Apex Court had earlier asked the Centre to create a dedicated online portal under the aegis of the home ministry to trace missing children and investigate such cases.
JeM planning Delhi-like blast in J&K: Intelligence sources
NEW DELHI: Latest intelligence inputs have suggested that Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) is planning a recent Delhi and 2019-Pulwama-like high-intensity Vehicle-Bound IED (VB-IED) blast in Kashmir Valley, sources said on Tuesday. In the view of the alert, an advisory has been sent to the J&K police and the civil administration to keep high vigil across the Union Territory, as JeM operatives, who have acquired the skill of exploding bombs in a moving car, which they used in the recent Delhis Red Fort blast and also during Pulwama terror attack against a CFPF convoy in 2019. Sharing details of a highly classified intelligence input, which has been sent to all the security formations in Jammu & Kashmir, sources said that the JeM is suspected of planning another VB-IED blast in the UT, particularly in South Kashmir. They said that the latest input is in continuity with earlier alerts, which had suggested that elements from across the western borders with active support from Pakistans ISI have been preparing coordinated attacks in Delhi, Jammu, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradeshs Ayodhya, and Gujarat. Security apparatus are of the view that the prevailing situation demanded immediate and intense vigilance, particularly with respect to abandoned or unfamiliar vehicles, which have been repeatedly linked to the attack methodology witnessed in the recent blast. Personnel deployed at Nakas (checkpoints) and Road Opening Parties (ROPs) have been instructed to treat such vehicles with maximum suspicion, the sources said, adding that instructions have been passed on to seniors to brief their personnel to keep maximum vigil, particularly with regard to abandoned items or suspicious vehicles in their respective jurisdictions. They said that the leadership in the J&K security architecture has also been asked to ensure increased vigil during the movement of forces in the UT to avoid any Pulwama-like incident. A VB-IED-type blast is basically executed using a moving vehicle, and Kashmir had seen such an incident in the past, when in 2019 terrorists hit an explosive-laden Maruti EECO car into a bus carrying CRPF personnel in a convoy in Pulwama, killing 40 jawans. In Delhi too, the National Investigation Agency (NIA), which is investigating the Red Fort Blast case, has termed it a VB-IED attack. Notably, the heightened alert follows a major breakthrough by the NIA in its probe into the Delhi blast, which killed 13 people and injured several. In a detailed press release issued on November 16, the NIA confirmed that the explosion was triggered using a vehicle-bound IED and announced the arrest of Amir Rashid Ali, a resident of Samboora, Pampore (J&K), who allegedly conspired with the suicide bomber, Umar Un Nabi. Senior security officials confirmed that the NIAs revelation that the Red Fort blast was a VB-IED-type attack has further reinforced our ongoing threat profile, especially the intelligence pointing to JeMs plans for a similar strike in in Kashmir and other parts of the country.
'Criminals Are Seen Limping In Jail In New Uttar Pradesh': Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said that New Uttar Pradesh does not accept crime, and if any incident of loot or snatching takes place, the criminal is seen limping in jail within a few hours.
Schools in Tamil Nadu may face closures on November 19 due to heavy rain alerts. Other states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Odisha are expected to have normal school operations. Parents and students should stay updated with local school administrations for any changes. Weather conditions are being closely monitored for student safety.
CHANDIGARH: Haryana Director General of Police Singh on Monday directed senior officials to investigate the security lapses that enabled some doctors to join a white-collar terror module and allegedly use Al Falah University at Dhouj in Faridabad as their hideout. During his visit to the institute, where he spent nearly four hours inspecting the premises, he also instructed officials to trace the missing faculty members at the earliest and take immediate action. He further directed officials to check all religious institutions and ensure that fundamental elements are not leading anyone towards sectarianism. Singh, who was accompanied by ADIG/CID officials, interacted with security personnel, staff, students, faculty members, local residents, and the family of the mosque cleric associated with the university. He personally inspected the areas used by the terrorists. After visiting the university, Singh said, The security lapses in the university are being investigated to determine how such vicious individuals made it their hideout and got hold of such a huge quantity of ammunition and weapons. He held a joint meeting with the Faridabad Commissioner of Police and the Deputy Commissioner and instructed them to ensure that the faculty members who have been missing since the incident are located at the earliest. He also directed the officers to alert the central agencies about such individuals. Sharing details about his visit to the university and his subsequent meeting with the two senior officers, Singh wrote in Hindi in a post on the social media platform X, where he said he had asked the officers to speak to the students to reassure them that actions were being taken for their safety and that they need not panic. I spent four hours this morning at Al Falah University with ADIG/CID. I spoke with the security, administrative officers, faculty, students, people from the nearby village, and the family members of a cleric. I inspected the terrorists hideouts, he wrote. Singh also directed the officials to check all religious institutions and ensure that fundamental elements are not leading anyone towards sectarianism. The operation is aimed at ensuring that such incidents are not repeated, and that the public and students feel safe, he said. The university has come under the scanner following the busting of the white-collar terror module and the blast near the Red Fort on November 10, which claimed 15 lives. Dr Muzammil Ganaie and Dr Shaheen Sayeed both arrested as part of the investigation into the terror module were connected to the university, while Dr Umar Nabi, who was driving the Hyundai i20 that exploded in the Red Fort area, was an assistant professor at the university. The roles of several doctors linked to the university and to Kashmir are under the scanner of the probe agencies. The blast occurred shortly after authorities recently busted the white-collar terror module linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind, spanning Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. The investigation agencies have seized around 2,900 kg of explosive material from two rented rooms in Faridabad and detained or arrested several individuals, including doctors connected to Al Falah University and a cleric linked to a mosque in Faridabad.
ECI working on 'sinister design' to 'destroy' democracy, Opposition parties through SIR: Congress
The SIR is underway in Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep
UP CM Yogi Adityanath highlights sharp drop in crime, inaugurates modern forensic lab
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reflected on the states law-and-order situation on Tuesday, emphasising that crime in the state had sharply decreased. Criminals are now caught quickly and punished, said CM Yogi, adding that if a robbery or snatching occurred, the offender could be seen limping the next day. The Chief Minister made the remarks while addressing a gathering in Gorakhpur during the inauguration of a modern forensic laboratory. He also reviewed law-and-order work and held a Janata Darbar to hear public grievances. CM Yogi asserted that crime no longer occurred freely in Uttar Pradesh. This is a new Uttar Pradesh that does not tolerate crime and ensures punishment, he said. The modern forensic laboratory, inaugurated by the Chief Minister, was built at a cost of Rs 72.78 crore. Yogi said the FSL lab was part of the governments zero-tolerance policy towards crime. To support his point, he cited improved womens participation in the workforce due to enhanced security. Prior to 2017, only 13 per cent of women in the state were working. The figure has now risen to 35 per cent, as women feel safer going out for work, he claimed. The Chief Minister also highlighted that 2,19,000 police personnel had been recruited over the past eight years. Many states do not have such a large police force. Recently, 60,244 new police recruits joined the service. In 2017, the government had to rely on military and paramilitary training centres due to limited capacity, but the state now has sufficient training facilities of its own, he added. CM Yogi further noted that following a 2016 Supreme Court directive for Safe Cities, Uttar Pradesh now has 17 municipal corporations, with Noida and Greater Noida linked to an Integrated Command and Control Centre. Over 13 lakh CCTV cameras have been installed across these areas to provide round-the-clock surveillance.
Sonbhadra stone mine collapse: Death toll rises to seven, rescue operations underway
LUCKNOW : The death toll from the stone mine collapse in Sonbhadra district of eastern Uttar Pradesh has risen to seven, with another body recovered from the rubble, officials said on Tuesday. The seventh victim was identified as Gulab Kharwar (32), a resident of the Obra police station area of Sonbhadra. Kharwars body was recovered on Monday evening. Rescue operations are still underway at the site in Billi Markundi. UP minister Sanjeev Kumar Gond and Robertsganj MP Chotelal Kharwar said that around a dozen workers could still be trapped under the debris after a portion of the quarry, operated by Krishna Mining Works, collapsed on Saturday evening. The search drive will continue until the debris and stones are cleared from the mine, which collapsed on Saturday afternoon when labourers were busy drilling. The state government has announced a three-tier probe into the incident by the police, the mining department, and the district administration. UP minister Ravindra Jaiswal, who met the bereaved families of the victims on Monday, said each deceased workers family would receive around Rs 20 lakh from the government, and all affected labourers would be fully supported under schemes run by the Labour Department. Jaiswal said that strict action would be taken against those found guilty of illegal mining or violating safety standards. The police have booked the owner of Krishna Mining Works and his business partners, Madhusudan Singh and Dilip Keshari, both residents of Obra, on a complaint by Parsoi Tola resident Chhotu Yadav, who said his two brothers Indrajeet Yadav and Santosh Yadav were trapped under the rubble and succumbed to their injuries. Their bodies were recovered on Sunday. According to Sonbhadra Superintendent of Police (SP) Abhishek Verma, police teams were looking for the three accused.
Lucknow dentist assaulted after praising BJPs performance in Bihar polls
LUCKNOW: A case of deep political differences came to the fore in the state capital when a dentist was attacked for praising the ruling BJP after the Bihar Assembly election results. Victim Dr Shravan Kumar Tiwari, a dentist by profession, said his remarks that whoever would work hard, would win drew the owner of a neighbouring medical store, who immediately assaulted him with sticks, bricks and fists, and even bit his thumb. Consequently, Dr Tiwari filed a police complaint, and the investigation was under way. According to sources, the incident took place in the Malhaur area under Chinhat police station. Dr Tiwari runs his dental clinic in Nizampur Malhaur. On Saturday evening, while closing his clinic, Dr Tiwari was discussing the Bihar Assembly results and the BJPs performance with one of his acquaintances when, Chandra Prakash Yadav, the medical store owner next door, began shouting and abusing the Prime Minister and the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister. When Dr Tiwari confronted him, Yadav turned violent. As per the victims version, Yadav first hit him in the stomach and leg using a stick. When he tried to stop him, Yadav bit his thumb, leading to heavy bleeding. The dentist was also grabbed by the throat. Yadav snatched Dr Tiwaris chain during the attack. Dr Tiwari said: The neighbouring medical store owner first cursed the ruling party. When I ignored it, he went this far. The story did not end there. The next day, Yadav returned with another man, Jaswant Yadav, in an inebriated condition. They threatened to kill Dr Tiwari while he was attending his patients. Another acquaintance of Yadav, Rajesh Yadav, called up the doctor asking him to withdraw the complaint. Due to these threats, Dr Tiwari decided to move his clinic to a safer location. Dr Tiwari also alleged that the store owner ran his medical store without a licence or degree. Inspector Dinesh Chandra Mishra confirmed that a case was registered on the basis of the complaint submitted by Dr Tiwari. The police are investigating the assault and the threats made against the dentist.
Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Recruitment 2025 opens 41,424 vacancies for male and female candidates across the state. Conducted by the UP Police Recruitment & Promotion Board, the recruitment requires candidates to have completed Class 10 or 12 and meet the 18-30 years age limit. Selection includes a written exam, physical test, document verification, and medical examination. Online applications start November 18, 2025, with a deadline of December 17, 2025. Application fees vary by category.
IIT-BHU, Niigata University, Japan Joint Symposium for mutual cooperation, foster new opportunities
IIT-BHU and Niigata University concluded a two-day symposium to bolster academic and research collaboration. The event facilitated discussions on intensifying mutual cooperation in advanced research, student exchange, and academic development. This partnership aims to strengthen institutional ties and foster cultural understanding between India and Japan.
Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 pre-event activities begin with Ghat Walk, railway to run special trains
Pre-event activities for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 commenced with a 'Ghat Walk' in Varanasi, raising awareness for the cultural confluence. Special trains will operate from Kanyakumari and Coimbatore to accommodate increased pilgrim and visitor demand during the event, scheduled from December 2 to 15.
Azamgarh police have attached land valued at Rs 31,29,840 belonging to cattle smuggler Abu Talib. The action was taken under the Gangster Act to dismantle his illicit financial empire. Talib faces multiple cases for cow slaughtering and cattle smuggling, with the attached property reportedly purchased with illegally earned money.
Uttar Pradesh: Chinese woman gets 8-year jail term for illegal entry into India from Nepal
A Chinese woman, Li Jin Meiyi, has been sentenced to eight years in prison and fined Rs 50,000 by a Bahraich court for illegally entering India via the Indo-Nepal border. She was apprehended on December 2, 2023, at an SSB checkpost in Rupaidiha without valid authorization to enter the country.
Authorities are investigating if doctors Shaheen Saeed and Muzammil Shakeel's multiple vehicle purchases are linked to a serial bombing plot. Their recent acquisition of a Maruti Suzuki Brezza, allegedly paid in cash, is under scrutiny. Investigators are exploring connections to the Red Fort blast and a potential revenge attack planned for December 6.
Maharashtra tops statewise PV, CV sales chart in Q2: SIAM
Maharashtra recorded the highest sales for passenger and commercial vehicles in the September quarter. Uttar Pradesh led in two- and three-wheeler sales during the same period. Industry body SIAM data reveals these trends. Western India showed strong performance in passenger and two-wheeler segments. Southern India led three-wheeler sales.
UP: Chief Minister Yogi inaugurates upgraded forensic science lab in Gorakhpur
While addressing the gathering, CM Yogi said that the modern FSL lab will act as a game-changer and the state government is aiming to establish one such lab in each mandal in the state.
Anjali, Sara Tendulkar seek blessings at Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi
Anjali and Sara Tendulkar visited the Kashi Vishwanath Temple with deep devotion, participating in rituals and receiving holy offerings. The mother-daughter duo admired the spiritual ambiance of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor during their visit. Both were presented with Rudraksha garlands, a shawl, and a memento by temple authorities.
A former Al-Falah University faculty member, Dr. Shaheen Shahid, was apprehended in Lucknow as part of a terror module investigation. She allegedly attempted to obtain multiple passports using different identities, possibly to flee to Dubai. Her arrest followed the recovery of an assault rifle from a vehicle she owned. Investigations are now probing her foreign travels and overseas associations.
UP NEET PG counselling 2025: Round 1 revised schedule released at upneet.gov.in, check details here
The Directorate of Medical Education and Training (DMET), Uttar Pradesh, has released the updated UP NEET PG 2025 counselling schedule. Candidates can submit course and college preferences until November 24, 2025, for the 3,208 available postgraduate seats. Round 1 seat allotment results will be out on November 26, with admissions concluding by December 5.
Former ace cricketer a spoiler for RJD 1st family
LUCKNOW: Rameez Nemat, referred to by Lalu Prasads daughter Rohini Acharya during her public criticism of her brother Tejashwi Yadav and the family, has a strong connection to Uttar Pradesh. He hails from Bhangha Kalan village in Balrampur district and is the son-in-law of former MP Rizwan Zaheer. Local records show he has around 12 criminal cases registered against him, two of which were quashed, and he was jailed in a 2022 murder case. He is currently out on bail, and the court order in that case is expected on November 20. Another murder case was also registered against him in Kaushambi district, for which he was arrested in August 2024 and got bail in April 2025. Rameez is considered close to RJD leader Tejashwi and part of his core team. He has been an active manager of election campaigns and organisational work, especially social media, during the 2025 Assembly polls. After the Bihar results, the turmoil in Lalu Prasad Yadavs family has led to blame being placed on Tejashwis aides Sanjay Yadav and Rameez Nemat. Rameez studied at Delhi Public School, Mathura Road, completed his graduation in Political Science, earned an MBA from Jamia Millia Islamia, and moved into election management and digital strategy. His family has long lived in New Friends Colony, Delhi. Rameez married Zeba, daughter of Zaheer who is Niyamatullahs cousin after the 2017 UP elections and began living at Zaheers residence, which enhanced his local visibility. He was a cricketer and represented Delhi in Under-14, Under-16, and Under-19 teams before moving to Jharkhand, where he captained the Under-22 side in 200809.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued instructions that the beautification and restoration of religious and heritage sites remain among the top priorities, according to an officials. Therefore, a budget of Rs 7.97 crore has been released to to revamp roads.
Patel united India from Kashmir to Kanyakumari: UP ministers
No guilty to be spared if violation in mining norms detected: Minister
Delhi car blast case: Shaheen & Parvez's travels abroad hold key to terror plot
UP ATS is expanding its probe into the foreign travels and overseas associations of Dr. Shaheen Shahid and her brother Dr. Parvez, arrested in a white-collar error module case. Their stays in Saudi Arabia, Maldives, and Turkey are being investigated for potential links to radical networks and monitored individuals.
