Paresh Rawal will be seen next in Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi, based on the life of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The film releases in cinemas on September 19 and will clash at the box office with Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi-starrer Jolly LLB 3 and Anurag Kashyap's Nishaanchi.
Alert sounded for extended vigil along Indo-Nepal borders in wake of recent unrest: Officials
NEW DELHI: In view of the massive jail break in Nepal during the Generation Z protests , Indias intelligence agencies have sounded alert, suggesting that a sizable number among over 13,500 prisoners, who escaped the prisons, are terror operatives, crime lords and mafia, officials said on Wednesday. They said that the police forces of the bordering states and the border guarding force SSB have alerted against possible attempts by such elements to enter India. The officials said that intelligence inputs were that among those attempting to cross over to the Indian side are terror suspects linked to Pakistan-based outfits, drug traffickers, kidnappers, and contract killers active along Indo-Nepal borders. Meanwhile, the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has confirmed that the force has so far managed to block and detain 72 such jailbreak suspects. A nation in flux: Will the Sushila Karki experiment heal Nepal's tattered social fabric? According to intelligence sources, these fugitives, who have been nabbed by the SSB, already have their linkages in India, and they wanted to enter the country to find shelter. The sources said inputs have been received about Jaish-e-Mohammad-linked terror operatives entering Nepal on tourist visas a few days before the violent protests erupted in the Himalayan country. Their aim was to enter India, but since they failed, they flew to a far-east country, they added. Meanwhile, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has already issued an advisory to all the bordering states to remain alert and has asked central security forces, particularly the SSB, to step up their vigil along borders in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Uttarakhand. Even a senior Commandant of SSB leading a battalion in Sitamarhi district of Bihar told this newspaper that the force has been facing the risk beyond ordinary crimes and criminals. As per intelligence we have received from our sources from both sides of the border, a few of the criminals, who staged the jailbreak in Nepal have direct links with transnational terror and organised crime networks. They may also attempt to seek support from elements in other countries, he said. He said that inputs are also there that many of the escapees may not make an immediate attempt to cross over, instead, they could lie low for a while with a hope to get an opportunity, and guards against them would be lowered. The porous Indo-Nepal border has long posed challenges for Indian security forces, with both criminal syndicates and terror groups using the open frontier for movement, smuggling, extortion and terror-linked activities. Nepal's youth vs the 'nepo kids': A generation rises against a broken system
Disha Patani Bareilly home firing: Two shooters killed in encounter
The encounter was carried out in a joint operation by Delhi Police Special Cell, Uttar Pradesh STF and Haryana STF, officials said
Quick Recce, Then Bang, Bang, Bang: Video Of Firing At Disha Patani's House
A video of last week's shooting outside actor Disha Patani's house in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly surfaced, on a day the two men involved in the incident were killed in an encounter with the police in Ghaziabad.
Two suspects involved in firing outside Disha Patani's Bareilly home killed in encounter
LUCKNOW: Two active members of the Rohit Godara-Goldy Barar gang, allegedly involved in firing outside Bollywood actress Disha Patani's residence in Bareilly, were shot dead in an encounter near Tronica City in Ghaziabad on Wednesday, officials said. The encounter was carried out in a joint operation by Delhi Police Special Cell, Uttar Pradesh STF and Haryana STF, they said. The deceased were identified as Ravinder, a resident of Haryana's Rohtak and Arun from Haryana's Sonipat, they said. A senior officer of the Haryana STF confirmed that both were shot dead and a personnel of the Special Cell also sustained injuries during the encounter. The duo had a direct role in the Bareilly firing case, which had sparked security concerns around high-profile personalities. The incident was suspected to be an intimidation tactic linked to extortion, an officer of Delhi Police Special Cell said. Senior officers said further investigation is underway to trace other gang members who remain absconding. Unidentified assailants had fired multiple rounds outside Patani's Bareilly residence around 3.45 am on September 12, creating panic in the locality. A case was registered at the Bareilly Kotwali police station, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed immediate action in the matter, reiterating the state government's zero-tolerance policy towards crime. Additional Director General (ADG) Law and Order, Amitabh Yash, said that police examined CCTV footage, gathered intelligence inputs, and matched records from neighbouring states, leading to the identification of the shooters as Ravindra, son of Kallu, resident of Kahni in Rohtak, and Arun, son of Rajendra, resident of Indian Colony, Gohana Road in Sonipat. Earlier, the officials said that a joint team of the STF's Noida unit and Delhi Police intercepted the duo in Tronica City, Ghaziabad. In the ensuing exchange of fire, both accused sustained serious injuries and were rushed to the hospital for treatment. The ADG confirmed that both Ravindra and Arun are active members of the Rohit Godara-Goldy Brar gang. Ravindra has a criminal history and has been involved in several previous cases. A Glock and a Zigana pistol, along with a large quantity of cartridges, were recovered from the spot, he added.
Section 74 GST action against traders unjustified if goods movement proven by assessee: HC
UP: 200 booked for protesting against derogatory post on Prophet Muhammad
Nearly 200 Muslims of Shahjahanpur district have been booked by the Uttar Pradesh police for protesting outside the station after a derogatory post against Prophet Muhammad was shared by a Hindu man. On September 13, the Muslim community was offended after the accused, KK Dixit, allegedly used demeaning language against Prophet Muhammad and the Quran 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 .
2 Men Accused Of Firing At Disha Patani's House Arrested After Encounter
Two men accused of opening fire at the Bareilly residence of Bollywood actor Disha Patani have been arrested following a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad, police said.
UP Dalit man opposes alcohol consumption in front house; hand severed in attack
A young Dalit mans hand was severed in a sword attack after he objected to alcohol consumption outside his house by a group of upper caste men in Uttar Pradesh. Shivam Jatav and his father were thrashed and attacked by a sword when they opposed to the alcohol consumption. He was rushed to a private 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 .
Gorakhpur NEET student murder case: Prime accused arrested after encounter
Following the murder of NEET aspirant Deepak in Gorakhpur, police arrested Rahim after a gunfight in Kushinagar as he attempted to flee towards Nepal. Rahim sustained injuries and is hospitalized. Ajab Hussain and three others are in custody, while a search is underway for the remaining two suspects involved in the abduction and killing by cattle smugglers.
UP issues new rules for stray dogs: Lifelong confinement for those who bite humans twice
Following a surge in dog bite incidents, Uttar Pradesh has introduced new regulations for aggressive stray dogs. Unprovoked biters will undergo a 10-day observation, sterilization, and microchipping before being released. Repeat offenders will be sheltered for life unless adopted under strict conditions. A committee will determine provocation, and behavioural training will be provided for stress-related aggression.
'Why not arrest a few errant farmers for indulging in stubble burning?': SC asks Punjab government
NEW DELHI: Concerned over the usual spike in pollution levels in winter, the Supreme Court asked the Punjab government on Wednesday why a few errant farmers should not be arrested for indulging in stubble burning, a key contributor to air pollution, to send across a stern message. You take a call, otherwise we will issue a mandamus, a bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran said while making strong observations on the issue. The bench was hearing a suo-motu (on its own) plea relating to filling up vacancies in the state pollution control boards of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan and Punjab. The court asked these states, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to fill up vacancies within three months. As the proceedings progressed, the CJI asked senior advocate Rahul Mehra, who represented the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab in the court, why errant farmers should not be arrested and penalised for stubble burning. Most of Delhi's air pollution in Oct-Nov locally created; weak link to stubble burning: Study Delhi AQI | What's the alternative to stubble burning? Farmers are special, and we are eating because of them, but it does not mean that we cannot protect the environment. Why don't you think of some penalty provisions? If some people are behind bars, it will send the correct message. Why don't you think of some penalty provisions for the agriculturists? If you have a real intention of protecting the environment, then why shy away? the CJI asked. I had read in newspapers that stubble can also be used as biofuel.We cannot make this a five-yearly exercise..., he added. The bench expressed dissatisfaction over the lack of stringent measures put in place by the Punjab government to check stubble burning, a practice in vogue among farmers in Punjab, Haryana, western Uttar Pradesh and Delhi to quickly clear their fields for the next sowing cycle. At the outset, the CJI said stubble, instead of being burnt, can be re-purposed as biofuel and insisted that the state must consider stricter punitive provisions if it is genuinely committed to environmental protection. Mehra said the Punjab government has already taken several steps and that the pollution level has gradually come down. It came down last year and will go further down now. In three years, a lot has been achieved and much more will be achieved this year, he said. The lawyer said the number of stubble-burning incidents has gone down from 77,000 to 10,000 in recent years. He said arresting small farmers, who till around one hectare of land, could disproportionately impact them and if they are arrested, their dependents will suffer too. When asked under which law the practice of stubble burning is prohibited, a lawyer pointed to the Environment Protection Act (EPA). The court, however, noted that the criminal prosecution provisions under the law have been withdrawn. Why was it withdrawn? Having people behind bars will send the right message, the CJI said. The bench was told that the EPA does not prescribe penalties and rather the CAQM Act provides for action against erring officials. Senior advocate and amicus curiae Aparajita Singh said despite subsidies, equipment and repeated orders of the apex court since 2018, the ground situation has not improved substantially. Farmers have even reported that they are asked to burn stubble when satellites do not pass over their fields. Since 2018, extensive orders have been passed by this court and yet the State only pleads helplessness, she said. The CJI took note of the concerns expressed by Mehra, qualified his observations and said the arrests need not be routine but may be necessary to set an example. Not as a routine but to send a message, the CJI said. Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati, who appeared in the court on behalf of regulatory bodies, sought time to place updated status reports on record. Last year, the bench had summoned the chief secretaries of Punjab and Haryana over the issue.
Supreme Court seeks comprehensive plan on air pollution within 3 weeks
A bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran also pulled up states over vacancies in their pollution control boards and asked states like Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan and Punjab to fill them in three months
UP man booked for smoking on Indigo flight from Dammam to Lucknow
Mohammad Nasir, a passenger on an IndiGo flight from Dammam to Lucknow, was caught smoking in the aircraft lavatory and subsequently fined. The cabin crew noticed the smell of smoke and alerted authorities after the flight landed. Nasir, a frequent traveler and resident of Lucknow, was handed over to the police and booked for causing a public nuisance.
SC asks CAQM, CPCB, state boards to come out with plan to deal with air pollution in 3 weeks
The Supreme Court has instructed the CAQM, CPCB, and state pollution control boards to implement measures addressing air pollution within three weeks, anticipating the winter pollution surge. States like Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Punjab face a three-month deadline to fill vacancies in their pollution control boards. The court emphasized the need for adequate manpower during peak pollution seasons.
Son brutally beats mother to death over gas cylinder dispute in Jaipur; arrested
JAIPUR: A mother was brutally beaten to death by her son over a minor row over gas cylinder replacement in Jaipur. The video of the attack has gone viral on social media. In the footage, the son, identified as Naveen, is seen striking his mother, Santosh, with a stick. His father and sister can be seen trying to intervene, but Naveen continued the assault despite their efforts. In the video, the sister can be heard saying, In 2016, I found out he was a criminal. You all called me crazy. Following the incident, the Kardhani police arrested Naveen on Tuesday after a thorough investigation and questioning. The post-mortem report has revealed 12 deep injuries on the mothers body. DCP (West) Hanuman Prasad Meena said, The postmortem report revealed head injuries and the accused Naveen Singh has been arrested in connection with the case. Further investigations will be conducted. Police investigations revealed that Naveens father, Laxman Singh, a retired Army personnel, is currently posted in the security wing of the National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) in Delhi under the ex-servicemen quota. Laxman had returned from Delhi on Monday. According to the family, Santosh went to the kitchen, found the gas cylinder empty, and asked Naveen to replace it. and he allegedly attacked his mother over this matter. Speaking to the media, Laxman Singh said, My son should be hanged. His sister was to be married in five months. He not only ruined himself but also destroyed our family. He took the life of the mother who gave birth to him. Further details revealed that Naveen had previously worked at Genpact. He married in November 2019, but because of his bad and violent behaviour, she returned to her parents home and filed a dowry case in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. A warrant has been issued against Naveen by the UP Police.
The entire process will be completed within 30 days, following which, vehicle owners will be able to check their challan status on the portal.
RP Singh, Pragyan Ojha Set to Become New Senior National Selectors
One of the heroes of India's 2007 T20 World Cup win, RP, who had also bowled brilliantly in the preceding Test series in England, is coming in from the Central Zone having played most of his cricket for Uttar Pradesh.
PM Modi turns 75: BJP celebrates with 'Sewa Pakhwada' as President, Opposition leaders greet him
Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 75 on Wednesday, with a host of dignitaries and politicians lauding his leadership and the ruling BJP launching over a fortnight long Sewa Pakhwada to mark the birthday of its pre-eminent leader. The BJP-run governments at the Centre and states have lined up an array of outreach, welfare, development and awareness programmes, ranging from health camps to cleanliness drive, get togethers of intellectuals and fairs to promote indigenous products across the country till October 2. Modi himself is travelling to Dhar in Madhya Pradesh to kick off a nationwide campaign focusing on the health and nutrition of women and children. He will launch a slew of other development programmes, including one with focus on tribal population, and address a public meeting. President Droupadi Murmu greeted Modi, who was born in a poor family in Gujarat's Vadnagar, and praised him for instilling a culture of setting and achieving great goals in the country. Today, the global community is also expressing its faith in your guidance, Murmu said in her birthday greetings to the PM. Heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to the Prime Minister of India, Shri @narendramodi ji. By exemplifying the pinnacle of hard work through your extraordinary leadership, you have instilled a culture of achieving great goals in the country, she said. Thanking her, Modi said his government will remain dedicated to building a strong, capable and self-reliant India with the help of its over 140 cr citizens, and described her vision and ideas as inspirational. Vice President CP Radhakrishnan said India is making a mark on the global stage and moving steadily towards the goal of a developed nation under his visionary leadership. Speaker Om Birla said his unparalleled dedication and commitment to the country is an inspiration to every Indian. PM Modi: A Life of Resolve, A Nations Journey BJP leaders and members of other parties extended birthday wishes to Modi, who has led his party to unprecedented geographical expansion and electoral success since 2014. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Modi with his visionary leadership, dedication to the nation and untiring hardwork has given the country new energy and shown it a new direction. He has enhanced India's capability and respect globally, and his commitment to people's and the poor's welfare is exemplary, Singh said. Home Minister Amit Shah said Modi has been working tirelessly for people's welfare for more than five decades, and he is a living inspiration of the 'nation first' motto for every citizen. In posts on X, Shah described him as a symbol of sacrifice and dedication, and inspiration for crores of countrymen. The home minister said from the RSS to the party and the government, Modi's journey in life shows the possibility of extensive transformations when resolve is as unwavering as the Himalayas and vision is as vast as the ocean. The entire nation takes pride in Modi, who has brought unimaginable changes to the lives of crores of citizens and connected them to the journey of building a developed and self-reliant India, he said. Shah said that for the past four decades, he has had the opportunity to observe Modi in various roles -- whether as an RSS pracharak, the BJP's organisational general secretary, chief minister of Gujarat, or as the country's prime minister for the past 11 years. Modi has always placed the nation first and himself last. Workers like me are fortunate to have had the chance to work with him in every role he has undertaken, he said. BJP president JP Nadda said PM Modi has taken many transformative steps to build an aatmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat with the goal of progress of every section of society. Under his leadership, India's spiritual and cultural heritage have received global prestige, he added. Union minister Nitin Gadkari hailed Modi as the world's most popular leader and wished that India under his leadership becomes self-reliant and a vishwaguru, eradicating terrorism and corruption. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi also extended their greetings to Prime Minister Modi. In a post on X, Kharge said, Best wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji on his birthday. May he be blessed with good health and long life. In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi said, Wishing Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji a happy birthday and good health. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said Prime Minister Modi always stood with Delhi and took care of the needs of the city in the past 11 years. Delhi wants to thank the prime minister on his birthday for the Centre's contributions towards infrastructure development and other initiatives to make life easier for the people of the city, she said. In his birthday greetings, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described PM Modi as the torchbearer of the hopes and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians. He said Modi's unparalleled determination, sensitive leadership, and unwavering dedication to the nation above all and the spirit of public welfare have elevated 'New India' to new heights of hope, self-confidence, and self-reliance. Opposition leader and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav also wished a healthy, meaningful, harmonious, inclusive and positive life for the PM. Both Deputy CMs Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak also took to social media to greet the PM on his birthday. Actor-turned-politician Hema Malini described PM Modi's tenure as a transformative period that positioned India as a global power. In a video message, the BJP MP said Modi's vision of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' has empowered citizens across the country. Modi is the third longest serving prime minister of India after Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi and second in terms of an uninterrupted tenure. If the BJP emerged as the main challenger to the Congress under the dual leadership of Atal Bihar Vajpayee and L K Advani in the late 80s, it has left the main opposition party far behind in popular support and poll dominance under Modi since he led his party to its maiden Lok Sabha majority in 2014. While the BJP suffered a setback in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls by falling short of the halfway mark, it has since recovered its mojo under Modi by pulling off impressive victories in assembly elections in Haryana and Maharashtra. The Waterman of India: PM Modi on a mission
UP man uses iron plate to steal money from ATM, arrested in Chennai
CHENNAI: A man from Uttar Pradesh was arrested on Monday from JJ Nagar for allegedly stealing cash from an SBI ATM at Pari Salai in Mogappair East using an iron plate. The suspect, Shiva (20) of Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, who was among the three men loitering around the ATM, was handed over to the police by Srinivasan, a senior executive with a private firm monitoring ATMs. Srinivasan went to the spot following complaints from customers. When Srinivasan questioned the three youth loitering near the ATM, two fled the spot, while Shiva was caught. Inquiry revealed that the gang had fixed an iron plate inside the ATMs cash dispenser slot, blocking the notes. When the customers, assuming a malfunction, leave the kiosk, the men would remove the plate and collect the money. The police recovered Rs 2,000 in cash and a 30 cm iron plate used for the crime. Shiva was remanded in judicial custody on Tuesday. Efforts are on to trace his accomplices.
'Life imprisonment' for stray dogs who bite humans twice in Uttar Pradesh
Following a surge in dog bite incidents, Uttar Pradesh has implemented new rules for managing aggressive stray dogs. The policy mandates observation, sterilization, and microchipping for unprovoked biters, with repeat offenders facing shelter confinement unless adopted. A committee will determine provocation, and behavioral training will be provided to address stress-related aggression, balancing public safety and animal welfare.
Modijis tenure is of cultural renaissance & Indias Amrit Kaal
Viksit UP 47: Over two lakhshare vision for states future
Dont just treat disease, also heal the person, doctors told at SGPGI convo
Determination stronger than disability, say DSMNRU passouts
Role of gangs operating out of Bihar under scrutiny: ADG
Century-old tree collapsesin Kaiserbagh, 1 dead, 4 hurt
On PM Modis bday, VMC to launch Rs111cr projects in city
Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan to promote nutrition, preventive healthcare
CM orders filing of revision plea against SC TET ruling
Docs are considered akin to god: Pathak
41 medals awarded to disabled students at DSMNRU convo, Guv hails inclusivity
Knowledge of use only if wisdom gained, DSMNRU students told
Docs must treat all with compassion: Guv
SGPGI set to undertake new infra initiatives
4.9k arrested in cow slaughter, smuggling cases since Jan 2024
Mobile reset mystery instudents death deepens
2 held with Rs2.49cr weed from airport
Six held after eatery found serving booze
Transport dept cancels all non-taxe-challans between 2017 & 2021
Residential training for lab technicians gets underway
Passenger Service Day celebrations at Gorakhpur Airport today
BJP expels Siddharthnagar district VP after his objectionable video goes viral
DRM inspects Varanasi division for operational alertness
Thief nabbed in Bhadohi encounter
SI critical after group of lawyers attack police team
SP MLA gets 1-year RI in 2006 case
BHUs new measures to boost faculty productivity, research
All roads across UP must be repaired before Navratri: CM
AP, Telangana Among 8 States Raided By NIA In Vizianagaram ISIS Case
Simultaneous searches were planned by NIA in coordination with Andhra Pradesh police and meticulously carried out in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, and Delhi
Man from Uttar Pradesh arrested for bid to steal from ATM in Mogappair
The police are on the lookout for two of his accomplices who got away
UP transport department cancels all non-tax e-challans between 2017-2021
The Uttar Pradesh Transport Department has announced the cancellation of non-tax e-challans issued between 2017 and 2021, providing significant relief to vehicle owners. Pending challans will be categorized as 'disposed-abated' or 'closed-time bar' and resolved digitally within 30 days. This initiative aims to ensure transparent administration and remove obstructions related to vehicle services, though tax-related challans remain unaffected.
Life imprisonment for dogs? UP govt issues order on canine bites, know details here
The Uttar Pradesh government's directive comes a month after the SC ordered that all stray dogs in Delhi and neighbouring cities be rounded up and kept in shelter homes. After the top court order sparked massive uproar, a larger bench heard the case and modified the earlier order. Read more here.
4271 voters registered to one address in Mahoba: AAP MP Sanjay Singh
Lucknow: AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh on Tuesday alleged large-scale irregularities in the electoral rolls of Uttar Pradesh, claiming that 4,271 voters have been found enrolled in a single house in Mahoba district. Addressing a press conference here, Singh said, Yesterday I told you about two houses in Mahoba where 243 and 185 voters 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 Orders 'Life Imprisonment' For Stray Dogs Who Bite Humans Twice
In an unprecedented order, the state government has said dogs that bite a human without provocation once will be kept at an animal centre for 10 days and those that repeat the act will be kept there for the rest of their life.
20-year-old killed by cattle smugglers in Uttar Pradeshs Gorakhpur
Tension flared in Mauachapi village, which lies under Pipraich Police Station limits, in the early hours of Tuesday after residents learnt about the youths death. Angry villagers blocked the Gorakhpur-Pipraich Road, hurled stones at police, and led traffic to a standstill
Asaduddin Owaisi slams FIR in UP, shares poetic verse on Prophet Muhammad
Hyderabad: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi has condemned the FIR registered by the Uttar Pradesh police against over 20 Muslim men. A First Information Report (FIR) was lodged in Uttar Pradeshs Kanpur district for allegedly holding up a I Love Muhammad banner during the recently concluded Milad-un-Nabi procession. Milad-un-Nabi 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 .
UP Government To Move Supreme Court Over Mandatory Teacher Eligibility Test Rule
While the court's final verdict is still awaited, the government's move to file a revision petition has brought relief to thousands of teachers in Uttar Pradesh.
SC seeks reply from states on pleas for staying anti-conversion laws
The Supreme Court has asked several states to clarify their position on petitions challenging anti-conversion laws. The court issued notices and will consider staying the laws after receiving responses. Petitioners can amend their pleas, citing changes in Uttar Pradesh's law. The court is hearing challenges to laws from Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and other states.
Celebrating 250 years of heritage in Lucknow: Legacy shops Gandhi connection
Mahatma Gandhi's iconic spectacles, known for their flexible hinges, were crafted at BN Baijal Opticals in Lucknow, a shop established in 1888. The frames, made from skin-friendly acetate, took 25 days to hand-polish.
Celebrating 250 years of heritage in Lucknow: In the pink of health
Lucknow's healthcare has transformed over two centuries, evolving from home-based care by hakims and vaidyas to a regional medical hub. The British introduced sanitary measures and hospitals, while institutions like KGMU and SGPGIMS advanced medical education and specialized care.
Nearly 16 lakh apply for UP Police sub-inspector jobs
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board concluded accepting applications for sub-inspector positions. A significant 15,75,760 applications were received for 4,543 vacancies. These include posts for women in the newly formed PAC battalions. The board issued the notification in August. Now, preparations are underway for the written examination.
1 dead, several injured as 100-year-old peepal tree collapses in Lucknows Kaiserbagh area
In Lucknow's Kaiserganj, a massive Peepal tree collapsed. Ramu Bangali, a 60-year-old man, died in the incident. Several others sustained injuries. Heavy rainfall weakened the tree's roots. The tree damaged houses and shops. Rescue operations involved police, fire brigade, and municipal staff. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak oversaw the rescue.
Stray Dogs In Uttar Pradesh Will Face Life Detention If They Bite Twice; Here's How
A dog that bites someone once will be detained for 10 days at an ABC Centre. If it bites a second time, a three-member team will investigate the attack
Unrest In UP Town After 19-Year-Old Killed During Cattle Smugglers' Raid
A village in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur is on edge after a 19-year-old student was killed during a cattle smugglers' raid to steal animals
Celebrating 250 years of heritage in Lucknow: The metre-gauge mosaic that shaped India
Lucknow Junction, inaugurated in 1926, symbolized the unification of India's metre-gauge railway network. This station became a vital hub, connecting disparate regions and facilitating trade and travel across the country. The expansion of metre-gauge lines, including the Rohilkund and Kumaon Railway, transformed India's economic landscape by linking agricultural zones, industrial centers, and pilgrimage sites.
Celebrating 250 years of heritage in Lucknow: The timeless splendor of Charbagh station
Lucknow's Charbagh railway station, inaugurated in 1926, stands as a testament to the city's rich history, blending nawabi elegance with colonial ambition. Conceived in 1855, the station's strategic location reshaped Lucknow's economic landscape, fostering trade and industrial growth. Its Indo-Saracenic architecture and cultural significance have made it a symbol of Lucknow, connecting heritage with progress.
In Gorakhpur's Mauachapi village, a villager died after confronting cattle smugglers. According to SSP Raj Karan Nayyar, villagers chased the smugglers, leading to a youth being taken in their vehicle and later pushed out, resulting in fatal head injuries. Police have registered a case and are conducting investigations, dismissing rumors of a bullet injury.
SC hears pleas seeking stay on anti-conversion laws, gives states four weeks to respond
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought replies from various States within four weeks after hearing a batch of applications seeking a stay of the laws enacted and enforced by these states dealing with religious conversions. Directing Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand and Karnataka to file their respective replies in the pleas within four weeks, a two-judge bench of the top court heAded by the CJI B R Gavai and K Vinod Chandran listed the matter to be heard next in six weeks. Senior Advocate Chander Uday Singh, for Citizens for Justice and Peace, sought stay of the impugned legislations. He submitted that there was great urgency to hear the matter, as States are amending the laws to make these laws more stringent. Clarifying that although these laws are called the Freedom of Religion Act, these laws curtail the religious freedom of minorities and targeting interfaith marriages and religious practices, Singh argued. In 2024, the Uttar Pradesh law was amended to increase the punishment for unlawful religious conversion through marriage a minimum of twenty years, which can extend up to life imprisonment for the remainder of one's life, stated Singh. Seeking to stay the impugned legislations, Singh added that for anybody wishing to enter an interfaith marriage, bail would become impossible. Several states are already enacted some are enacting, recently Rajasthan has also enacted a law, he contended. On similar voices with Singh, advocate Vrinda Grover, appearing for the National Federation of Indian Women, told the top court that her client has also filed a similar application to stay the laws. Rajasthan Assembly clears anti-conversion bill with toughest penalties yet, Congress stages protest Uttarakhand Cabinet approval to bill amending anti-conversion law makes it far more stringent
Punjab panchayats pass resolutions asking migrant labourers without documents to leave
CHANDIGARH: Following in the footsteps of Maharashtrawhich has often been in the spotlight for targeting outsiders amid the Maha Marathi rowseveral panchayats in Punjab are now passing resolutions directing migrant labourers to leave their villages. Around 27 villages in Hoshiarpur district have passed such resolutions, announcing that they will no longer issue residence verification (residence certificates) to migrant labourers in their respective areas. Migrants without valid documents issued in Punjab are being asked to leave within a week. According to the resolutions, those without proper paperwork will not be allowed to reside in these villages. These decisions come in the wake of the gruesome murder of a five-year-old boy in Hoshiarpur on September 9, allegedly by a migrant worker. The incident has triggered growing resentment against migrant populations across various parts of the state. The Chabbewal Panchayat passed its resolution on Sunday. Charanjit Singh, a panchayat member and husband of sarpanch Reena Sidhu, confirmed that many other villages in the region have either passed similar resolutions or are in the process of doing so. There is unity among villages across communities and castes on this issue, he added. On September 13, a meeting was held in Bajwara village, attended by sarpanches from around 27 hamlets, including Chak Sadhu, Nandan, Singhpur, Bassi Bahian, Dada, Kila Baroon, Allahabad, Bilaspur, and Anandgarh. A joint resolution was passed stating that panchayats would no longer attest any official documents of migrant workers lacking valid identity proof issued by the Punjab government. It was also resolved that such migrants would not be allowed to stay in the villages. A formal request was submitted to Hoshiarpur Deputy Commissioner Aashika Jain for administrative support in implementing these resolutions. Similar decisions were also reported from Jaja and Zahura villages in the Tanda sub-division. Bajwara sarpanch Rajesh Kumar alias Bobby Mahe said: Migrants without valid identity documents have been asked to vacate the villages. Those already living here with documents such as Aadhaar or PAN have been informed that their relatives arriving from outside will not be eligible for any verification by the panchayat. He further stated that migrant workers residing on rent would only be allowed to do so if their landlords submit a written undertaking to the panchayat, taking full responsibility for them. Mahe claimed that around 200-250 migrant labourers currently live in Bajwara. He alleged that many of them have illegally encroached upon panchayat land, building permanent houses with electricity meters and water connections without paying rent or obtaining legal permission. A complaint regarding these encroachments was reportedly submitted to the Deputy Commissioner on September 8. He added that approximately 25 panchayats in the district have passed resolutions to withhold document verification for migrants since the September 9 incident. The Baddla Panchayat's resolution specifically mentioned members of the Gujjar community, who are also migrants. It instructed that any migrant with criminal records must report to sarpanch Kamlesh Rani. The resolution further stated that individuals with Aadhaar cards showing Baddla village as their address must submit photocopies of their documents to the sarpanch. Additionally, farmers employing such workers are required to provide written details about them. In Purhiran village, which also has a significant migrant population, a similar resolution was passed. Elsewhere, two village panchayats in Bathinda districtDeepes and Gehari Bhagipassed comparable resolutions. The Deepes village panchayat even held a protest, declaring that outsiders will not be permitted in the village. Labourers were instructed to stay near tube well motors rather than inside the village. Farmers hiring migrants must also ensure that their police verification is completed. In Gehari Bhagi, the diktat was even more extreme. The resolution stated: Migrants cannot purchase property or homes in the village. They are prohibited from registering voter IDs or Aadhaar cards with village addresses. They may only reside in tube wells or farm huts, not within village residential limits. Farmers employing them will be held entirely responsible and must ensure police verification. Even Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) Sidhu Pur backed the resolutions, claiming that migrants, particularly from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, are disrupting the social fabric of the region. Meanwhile, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann responded to the village panchayats' stance by cautioning against any form of discrimination. He said, Tomorrow, Punjabis with businesses in Raipur (Chhattisgarh) or Kolkata could be targeted the same way. There cannot be such discrimination. Earlier this year, in July, the Lakhanpur Garcha Patti village panchayat in Fatehgarh Sahib district ordered all illegally residing migrants to vacate within a week. The resolution cited harassment of women and children by migrants loitering in the area. Sarpanch Barinder Singh Binda said that while migrants initially came to work in fields, many had permanently settled near canal banks in unauthorized shanties. Last year, similar controversial measures were adopted by Jandpur and Mundo Sangtia village panchayats in SAS Nagar district. On November 24, the Jawaharke village panchayat in Mansa district went even further by passing a resolution that prohibited residents from marrying migrants. The panchayat warned that any resident violating the order would be expelled from the village.
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