CM Yogi Adityanath Emphasizes Solutions Over Problems in Deoria
Deoria, May 22: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated and laid the foundation for 19 development projects worth 655 crores in Deoria on Friday. He stated that his government is not one that avoids problems but rather one that provides solutions. We offer solutions, which is why the public chooses us, he remarked. Under ... Read more CM Yogi Adityanath Emphasizes Solutions Over Problems in Deoria
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Prioritizes Public Issues During Gorakhpur Visit
Gorakhpur, May 22: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assured citizens during his visit to Gorakhpur that resolving public issues is a top priority for the government. Speaking at a public interaction event at the Gorakhnath Temple, he directed officials to address citizen grievances with efficiency, transparency, and sensitivity. Any form of negligence or delay ... Read more Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Prioritizes Public Issues During Gorakhpur Visit
The Allahabad High Court has ordered the Uttar Pradesh government to provide details of arms licenses for 19 individuals. This includes prominent politicians like Brij Bhushan Singh and Raja Bhaiya. The court expressed concern that public display of weapons can disrupt social harmony and create fear. It emphasized the need for fairness in administration.
World Bank chief backs Small AI for farmers, rural communities in Singapore summit
SINGAPORE, May 22: World Bank President Ajay Banga has called for the deployment of Small AI locally deployed artificial intelligence running on inexpensive hardware, speaking local languages and solving daily problems for farmers and rural communities. Speaking at the ATX Singapore 2026 technology summit on Thursday, Banga cited the example of a farmer in Indias Uttar Pradesh sharing a photograph of a diseased crop leaf through an old mobile phone and receiving diagnosis and treatment advice from agricultural experts [] The post World Bank chief backs Small AI for farmers, rural communities in Singapore summit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Severe Heatwave Conditions Likely To Prevail Over Parts Of India: IMD
NEW DELHI, May 22: Heatwave to severe heatwave conditions are likely to persist over the plains of northwest India, Central and East India, and parts of Peninsular India during the next six to seven days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday. The IMD stated that heatwave conditions are likely in isolated areas of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh from May 22 to May 28. Severe heatwave conditions over East Uttar Pradesh and East Madhya Pradesh are expected during [] The post Severe Heatwave Conditions Likely To Prevail Over Parts Of India: IMD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India dominates World's 100 Hottest Cities list for second week in a row; check all names
Indian cities are currently the hottest globally, with 97 out of the top 100 hottest locations. Cities in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Odisha are experiencing extreme heat. Temperatures are reaching punishing highs, with little relief even at night. This prolonged heatwave is impacting public health, leading to increased cases of heat-related illnesses.
Saving Biodiversity is Essential for Humanity, Says Keshav Prasad Maurya
Lucknow, May 22: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya extended greetings to the residents and nature enthusiasts on the occasion of World Biodiversity Day. He emphasized that the diversity of nature is the true wealth of life. Maurya stated that biodiversity is not just an environmental issue; it is the foundation for human ... Read more Saving Biodiversity is Essential for Humanity, Says Keshav Prasad Maurya
FIR Filed Against SP MP Ikra Hasan Amid Protests in Saharanpur
Saharanpur, May 22: An FIR has been registered against Samajwadi Party MP Ikra Hasan in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. This case is linked to a protest that occurred on May 19 outside the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) office. The FIR accuses Hasan and her supporters of blocking roads, creating disturbances, and obstructing government work during a ... Read more FIR Filed Against SP MP Ikra Hasan Amid Protests in Saharanpur
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has opened registrations for 2,759 Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) Group C posts. Eligible candidates, who qualified PET 2025, can apply online from May 22 to June 11, 2026. The selection involves PET scores, a written exam, and document verification for a promising government career.
Yogi Adityanath directs officials to ensure investment reaches every district in Uttar Pradesh
CM Yogi Adityanath emphasised expanding the land bank, adding that the incentives provided for investment should be turned into events to honour investors and boost their morale.
BSP Leader Mayawati Raises Alarm Over Power Cuts Amidst Scorching Heat in Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow, May 22: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) President and former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Mayawati, expressed her concerns on Friday regarding the ongoing power cuts in the state amidst extreme heat. She urged the government to take immediate and appropriate measures to address the situation. Mayawati highlighted that in a populous state like Uttar ... Read more BSP Leader Mayawati Raises Alarm Over Power Cuts Amidst Scorching Heat in Uttar Pradesh
Tractor-truck collision in UP's Kannauj kills 3, injures 1
An accident on GT Road in Kannauj claimed three lives when a speeding dumper truck collided with a tractor. The impact, which occurred near Salempur Buddha Vihar, also struck a motorcyclist. While the motorcyclist died instantly, two occupants of the tractor succumbed to their injuries later. The dumper driver has been apprehended.
A doctor at a private Lucknow hospital is accused of raping a female student after administering a sedative injection during treatment. The student alleged the doctor called her into the operation theatre alone and assaulted her after giving her an intoxicating injection. Police have registered a case and detained the doctor for questioning.
Fire sweeps through many shops in Uttar Pradeshs Hardoi market; causes two blasts
The fire personnel first removed four gas cylinders kept inside the shops to prevent further explosions
Fake Challan Scams Targeting Used Car Transactions in UP: How to Spot and Avoid Them
Uttar Pradesh has one of the largest used car markets in India, with significant transaction volumes in cities like Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Varanasi, and across hundreds of smaller towns connected by a road network that includes some of the countrys busiest national highways. This scale creates both opportunity and risk, and one of the more specific risks that has emerged in recent years is the fake challan scam, which has been reported with enough frequency in UP to warrant serious attention from anyone buying or selling a used car in the state. How the Scam Works Heres how the scam typically works. A buyer is in the process of negotiating a used car purchase from a private seller. At some point before or during the transaction, the buyer receives an SMS or WhatsApp message claiming to be from UP Traffic Police or a state enforcement agency, stating that the vehicle in question has a large pending challan, sometimes in the range of 15,000 to 50,000, and that immediate payment is required to avoid seizure or additional penalties. The message includes a link or a UPI ID for payment. In some variations, the scam targets the seller, a message arrives claiming they must clear challans before the vehicle can be transferred, with a fraudulent payment link provided for fast clearance. In either case, the money paid goes to a fraudster, not to any government authority, and the challan doesnt exist in the official system. Knowing how to identify a traffic challan scam notification from a genuine one, and understanding what a legitimate UP traffic challan verification actually looks like, is the practical protection this market needs. How to Spot and Verify Spotting these messages requires knowing a few things about how legitimate e-challan communications actually work. Authentic challan notifications in India are sent via officially registered government short codes, they dont come from personal mobile numbers, WhatsApp accounts, or generic email addresses. Payment links in genuine communications direct you to government portals (parivahan.gov.in, state traffic police websites with .gov.in domains), not to third-party payment apps or unfamiliar URLs. No legitimate challan authority asks for payment via direct UPI to a personal ID. The safest approach is to verify independently. If you receive any notification about a challan on a vehicle youre considering purchasing, check the traffic challan scam awareness resources and then verify the vehicles challan status directly through the official Parivahan portal or the states official traffic challan system. If the challan exists, youll find it there. If it doesnt appear on the official system, the message was fraudulent. Understanding the UP traffic challan ecosystem is useful for anyone transacting in the state. UP has genuine, active enforcement, the state has deployed cameras on NH-19, NH-27, the Agra-Lucknow Expressway, and the Yamuna Expressway, among others, and legitimate challans do get issued. The point is not that challans dont exist; its that verifying them through official channels takes the same two minutes as falling for a scam, and protects you completely. For buyers and sellers in UPs used car market, the general rule is straightforward: never make any payment related to challans through a link received in a message. Always navigate directly to the official portal yourself, look up the vehicle by registration number, and pay only through that system if dues are confirmed. The challan number, issuing authority, and payment receipt will all be visible and verifiable in the official system. Being alert to this specific scam type doesnt mean approaching every used car transaction with suspicion, it means bringing the same practical verification habits to the transaction that any informed buyer should already be using. The sophistication of these scams has increased. Some operate via convincing-looking WhatsApp messages with official-appearing graphics and even what appear to be challan case numbers. The case numbers are fabricated but look plausible enough to cause concern, particularly if the recipient is unfamiliar with what legitimate challan formats actually look like. Legitimate e-challans issued by UP traffic authorities include specific data fields, GPS coordinates of the violation, a photograph of the vehicle at the moment of violation, and the issuing officers identification, none of which appear in fake notifications. For buyers in UPs used car market, the best defence is a verification-first mindset. Any claim about a challan, regardless of how convincing the notification looks, should be verified through the official Parivahan portal or the UP traffic police website directly. Navigate there yourself, never through a link received in a message. If the challan exists in the official system, you will find it. If it doesnt appear there, it doesnt exist. Genuine challans issued against a vehicles registration in UP are also accessible through the national-level check tool, which provides a full history of violations linked to the registration number.
The Eighth Central Pay Commission will visit Lucknow on June 22 and 23, 2026. Central government organisations, institutions, unions, and associations in Uttar Pradesh can request appointments.
Driver charred to death in bus-truck collision on highway in Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad
Twenty passengers were injured in the accident, of whom seven seriously injured persons were admitted to Firozabad hospital, while others were referred to Saifai, says Firozabad SP
IMD issues red alert for 10 UP districts, warns of very severe heatwave
Uttar Pradesh faces a severe heatwave as the IMD issues a red alert for 10 districts, warning of extreme temperatures. An orange alert covers 34 districts, with a yellow alert for 17 more. Temperatures are expected to rise further in eastern UP. Authorities are on high alert, with health advisories and preparedness measures in place.
Several shops gutted after fire breaks out in Hardoi
A devastating fire ripped through Hardoi's Naveen Vegetable Market early Friday, engulfing half a dozen shops. The blaze, reportedly starting at a sweet shop around 1:30 am, spread rapidly, causing panic and loud explosions from gas cylinders. Firefighters battled the flames for over an hour in the congested lanes.
A 28-year-old man hailing from Mizoram was taken into custody by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence in Lucknow, where authorities uncovered 5.24 kg of heroin valued at Rs 10.48 crore. This courier was reportedly on a mission from Kathmandu to Delhi, lured by a monetary reward of Rs 50,000.
At least 2 dead, several injured after bus tanker crash on Agra Lucknow Expressway
Two people were killed and nearly 20 others injured after a double-decker sleeper bus collided with a tanker and caught fire on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway in Uttar Pradeshs Firozabad district. Rescue teams rushed to the spot, evacuated passengers and shifted the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
Red alert issued as heatwave sweeps Uttar Pradesh
The alert has been issued for Banda, Chitrakoot, Kaushambi, Prayagraj, Fatehpur, Pratapgarh, Mirzapur, Varanasi, Bhadohi and Jaunpur districts, where severe heatwave conditions are likely during the day
PDP's Iltija Mufti attacks NC govt over demolition, terms it 'Yogi model' in J&K
PDP leader Iltija Mufti on Thursday accused the NC govt of failing to protect the families affected by an anti-encroachment drive on forest land in Jammu and alleged that the 'Yogi model' of demolition was being implemented in Jammu and Kashmir. Police and Forest Department teams on Tuesday conducted an anti-encroachment drive in the Raika Bandi forest belt of the lower Shivalik range on the outskirts of Jammu city, demolishing over 30 structures and retrieving nearly 60 kanals of prime forest land valued at several crores, officials said. Iltija Mufti, who visited the affected families on Thursday, alleged that the situation in Jammu and Kashmir is ironic and appalling as demolitions are being carried out despite the absence of a BJP government in the Union Territory. The unfortunate part is that unlike Bengal and Uttar Pradesh, there is no BJP government here. Here, the government is a local party, a Muslim-dominated party, the National Conference. Yet they are implementing the BJPs agenda, she told reporters here. Iltija Mufti claimed that there was a nexus between political narratives, alleging that the poor were being targeted under demolition drives while the powerful land grabbers were not being acted against. Because Kashmir is not Uttar Pradesh, where Yogi ji sends his JCB machines, or West Bengal, where Suvendu Adhikari is now the Chief Ministersomeone who allegedly persecutes Muslims. Here, the government is led by a party which is predominantly Muslim, and yet somehow they are working against the very people they were given a massive mandate to protect, she said. She also accused the ruling National Conference government of presiding over the introduction of the 'Yogi model' of demolitions in Jammu and Kashmir. So it is unfortunate that the so-called Yogi model of Uttar Pradesh is now being implemented in Jammu and Kashmir as well. There is some kind of nexus here. When the PDP brought a land Bill, Omar Sahib said they are land grabbers; when the BJP speaks, they call it land jihad. Somewhere, these narratives are working together to harass the people here, she alleged. On the statement of Jammu and Kashmir Forest Minister Javed Rana regarding his lack of knowledge about the demolitions, the PDP leader questioned administrative responsibility, asking under whose control the Forest Department functioned and who was accountable for the action. Just a minute - under whom does the Forest Department fall? Not under the LG? You people say it comes under Javed Rana. So their DFO came here - not with any order, not with police, but with JCB machines. If Javed Rana has no control, then whom should people here seek justice from? she asked. Calling for his resignation, she said, As they say, if my killer is my judge, who will give me justice? She alleged that contradictory statements were being made by the government, claiming that orders were issued in the morning and denied later. Referring to Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs earlier remarks on demolition drives, she said action should have been taken against big land grabbers instead of the poor and marginalised sections. Have they targeted any land grabbers, hoteliers, rich people or millionaires? No. It is only the poor and marginalised who are suffering under the JCB machines, she said. She also alleged that no prior notice was given before the demolition, calling it a violation of the Supreme Court guidelines that mandate advance notice before such action.
Lakshmi could have been a child bride
Teenage girls across five villages in Uttar Pradeshs Chandauli district are resisting child marriage, supported by frontline government workers who dont want to see their own lives repeated in another generation. Ashna Butani meets the women leading and demanding change, in a State that sees the highest number of child brides in India
Prime Minister Modi Honored with Prestigious AgriCola Medal by FAO
Barabanki, May 22: Progressive farmer and Padma Shri awardee Ramsaran Verma from Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, expressed his joy over Prime Minister Narendra Modi receiving the prestigious AgriCola Medal for 2026 from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. He stated that this honor reflects the respect for the countrys farmers, agricultural scientists, ... Read more Prime Minister Modi Honored with Prestigious AgriCola Medal by FAO
J&Ks population growth continues to slow: SRS Bulletin
Srinagar, May 21:The latest Sample Registration System (SRS) Bulletin released by the Registrar General of India on May 20 has recorded a natural growth rate of 9.2 per 1000 population in J&K for 2024. This is lower than the national average of 11.9. The figures indicate that J&K is steadily moving towards slower population growth, demonstrating declining birth rates and also relatively low mortality rate. The SRS Bulletin has calculated J&Ks birth rate at 14.6 per 1000 population in 2024, significantly lower than Indias average of 18.3. The death rate in J&K has been calculated as 5.5, also lower than the national figure of 6.4. This yields the natural growth rate of 9.2. Growth rate is calculated as the difference between birth and death rates, and remains moderate in J&K compared to many northern states. Compared to larger states and UTs, J&Ks natural growth rate is significantly lower than Bihar (20.8), Uttar Pradesh (17.2), Rajasthan (17.0), and Madhya Pradesh (15.8). However, it is significantly higher than Kerala (3.9), Tamil Nadu (4.8), and Punjab (6.5), states of India that are further ahead in demographic transition graph. There is a stark difference between the growth rate of J&Ks urban and rural areas. While the rural J&K recorded a higher natural growth rate of 10.3, the urban areas stood at 6.7, comparable to the slowest growing states of India. This points towards sharper demographic transition in towns and cities. Among bigger states and UTs, the growth rate of 6.7 of urban J&K is the fifth lowest in India. Only Kerala, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Odidha recorded lower urban natural growth rate. J&K is among better-performing states and UTs in infant mortality indicators, as per the bulletin. The Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) stood at 14 deaths per 1000 live births in 2024, much lower than the national average of 24. While urban J&K recorded an IMR of 12, the rural areas fared poorer with IMR of 15. Overall the decline in IMR reflects J&Ks improved maternal and child healthcare outcomes. Demographers are of the opinion that the declining birth rate and moderating population growth have long-term social and economic implications. The slower growth reduces pressure on land, urban infrastructure, public services and employment scenario. This is significant for a place like J&K that is already constrained by geography and limited industrial expansion. At the same time, experts also caution that sustained fertility decline eventually alters population age profile. The increasing share of elderly population and shrinking the proportion of young working-age groups over time is an outcome of declined growth rate that needs long-term policy planning. The rural-urban gap in birth rates also exemplifies the changing lifestyles, higher education levels, delayed marriages in J&K. It also shows greater access to healthcare and family planning services in urban areas. While rural J&K continues to record higher fertility and growth levels than urban areas, it matches broader national trends. The SRS Bulletin is one of Indias most important demographic datasets. It forms the basis for estimating fertility, mortality and population trends between censuses. It is based on continuous field surveys and sample-based demographic tracking, in all states and Union Territories.
Schools Shut Down in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh Due to Severe Heatwave
New Delhi, May 22: The capital of Bihar, Patna, along with several districts in the state, is experiencing a severe heatwave that is significantly impacting daily life. The extreme temperatures are particularly affecting school children. To safeguard the health of children, Patnas District Magistrate Tyagarajan has issued a crucial directive regarding schools in the area. ... Read more Schools Shut Down in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh Due to Severe Heatwave
Uttar Pradesh Government Increases Dearness Allowance for 1.6 Million Employees and Pensioners
Lucknow, May 22: Good news has arrived for millions of government employees in Uttar Pradesh. The state government has announced an increase in the dearness allowance (DA) for its employees and pensioners. The Yogi government has decided to raise the DA by 2 percent, bringing the total to 60 percent, up from the previous 58 ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Government Increases Dearness Allowance for 1.6 Million Employees and Pensioners
BJP Leaders Accuse Rahul Gandhi of Betrayal Amid Political Tensions
Lucknow, May 22: BJP leaders have expressed their outrage over Congress leader Rahul Gandhis use of the term betrayer for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. They argue that it is Rahul Gandhi himself who embodies betrayal. Anil Rajbhar, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, responded sharply to Gandhis remarks. He ... Read more BJP Leaders Accuse Rahul Gandhi of Betrayal Amid Political Tensions
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Congress' UP script sees SP's 'limits' & 'restive' Maya base
Congress is crafting a strategy for Uttar Pradesh assembly elections. The party aims to reach voters beyond Samajwadi Party's reach. Rahul Gandhi will lead the campaign. Congress sees an opportunity with a shifting Dalit electorate. They believe the ruling BJP faces incumbency issues. Congress is also targeting non-Yadav OBCs and EBCs.
Heatwave Scorches India, UP's Banda Hottest At 47.6 Degrees
According to the IMD, heatwave to severe heatwave conditions prevailed in several places of Haryana, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and adjoining Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh.
Heatwave scorches India, Banda district hottest at 47.6 degrees Celsius
India is experiencing severe heatwaves. Uttar Pradesh's Banda recorded the highest temperature at 47.6 degrees Celsius. Delhi temperatures hovered around 45 degrees Celsius, with the first heatstroke patient reported. Many other states like Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan are also facing extreme heat. Authorities have issued warnings and advised caution.
Mahila Congress seeks fresh probe into Hathras case, cites revelations in new documentary
All India Mahila Congress president Alka Lamba claims the documentary raised serious and disturbing questions over the conduct of the police, Hathras district administration and the Uttar Pradesh govt. during the investigation
Uttar Pradesh Lekhpal Recruitment Exam 2026 Conducted Smoothly with Moderate Difficulty Level
Lucknow, May 21: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) successfully conducted the Lekhpal Main Recruitment Exam 2026 across designated centers in the state on Thursday. The exam took place in a single shift from 10 AM to 12 PM, with thousands of candidates registering their attendance. A candidate named Shaurya from Kanpur shared ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Lekhpal Recruitment Exam 2026 Conducted Smoothly with Moderate Difficulty Level
Bundelkhand University is set to release UP BEd JEE 2026 admit cards today, May 21. Lakhs of applicants need their registration details to download the hall ticket, essential for the May 31 exam. This entrance test opens doors to over 2.40 lakh seats in B.Ed programs across Uttar Pradesh. Candidates can check the steps to download hall tickets here.
Shocking Honor Killing in Lucknow: Teenager Murdered and Dismembered
Lucknow, May 21: A horrifying case of alleged honor killing has emerged in Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh. The Government Railway Police (GRP) arrested three individuals, including the victims father, in connection with the murder of a 16-year-old girl. Her dismembered body was discovered inside a box in the S-1 coach of the Chapra-Gomtinagar ... Read more Shocking Honor Killing in Lucknow: Teenager Murdered and Dismembered
Census 2027: UP Self-Enumeration Ends, Door-to-Door Survey Begins Friday
The self-enumeration phase of Census 2027 in Uttar Pradesh ends today, with door-to-door surveys set to begin from May 22. Over 4.4 million residents have already submitted forms online.
Investment proposals of over Rs 7 lakh cr ready for grounding through GBC 5.0 in UP
Uttar Pradesh is gearing up for Ground Breaking Ceremony 5.0. Over Rs 7 lakh crore in investment proposals are set to be grounded. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed preparations. The state aims to boost per capita income and manufacturing capacity. Uttar Pradesh is emerging as a hub for defence manufacturing, electronics, and green energy.
Lucknow geriatrician invited to address national workshop on care economy in Delhi
Renowned geriatrician Dr. Abhishek Shukla has been invited to a national workshop on 'Creating a Well-Functioning Care Economy' by the Union Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. He will share his expertise in geriatric medicine, palliative care, and long-term care at the event in New Delhi.
Dearness Allowance: Uttar Pradesh announces 2% hike in DA for state government employees
Dearness Allowance: Uttar Pradesh today announced a 2% hike in DA for state government employees, effectively increasing the component to 60% of basic pay from 58%.
Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel has directed all state universities and colleges to implement a uniform dress code, while emphasizing professional conduct among teachers and stricter monitoring of student attendance. She also called for improvements in womens hostel facilities and the expansion of skill-based courses to enhance employability. Stressing the effective implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), the Governor advocated multidisciplinary learning, value-based education, and the promotion of yoga across higher educational institutions.
Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hassan criticized Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's ban on roadside namaz, asserting the Constitution protects all communities and roads are for public use. Adityanath defended the ban, stating prayers should be confined to designated places or offered in shifts to avoid obstructing commuters and patients, emphasizing the rule of law.
Severe Heatwave Sweeps Across India, Red Alert Issued for Several Regions
Mumbai, May 21: A severe heatwave is gripping India, prompting authorities to issue warnings for the public. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has advised citizens to take precautions against the extreme heat. IMD scientist Mohammad Danish noted that western winds are causing rising temperatures in Uttar Pradesh. The state has recorded some of the highest ... Read more Severe Heatwave Sweeps Across India, Red Alert Issued for Several Regions
Students fall ill at UP school amid heatwave in Balrampur; several hospitalised
A dozen girls at a Balrampur Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya fell ill suddenly on Thursday, with eight admitted to the district hospital. The students complained of fainting, vomiting, and headache. In response, the district administration ordered the closure of all Kasturba schools due to heat and humidity.
In the early hours of May 20, armed intruders scaled the wall of farmer Nizakat's house and held his family hostage
Shocking Murder-Suicide in Sitapur: Man Kills Wife and Hangs Himself
Sitapur, May 21: A shocking incident of murder followed by suicide has sent shockwaves through Sitapur district in Uttar Pradesh. Reports indicate that a man killed his wife with a sharp weapon and then hanged himself. ASP Durgesh Kumar Singh confirmed the incident, stating that the police are currently investigating the case. The tragedy unfolded ... Read more Shocking Murder-Suicide in Sitapur: Man Kills Wife and Hangs Himself
Uniforms Made Mandatory In Universities, Colleges Across Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel directs all universities and colleges in the state to implement uniforms and start vocational courses.
Adani Ports to acquire Jaypee Fertilizers for Rs 1,500 crore under JAL resolution
Adani Power will acquire a 24 per cent stake in Jaiprakash Power Ventures along with the 180 MW Churk thermal power plant in Uttar Pradesh.
PM Modis Foreign Tour Achievements to Be Discussed in Cabinet Meeting: OP Rajbhar
Lucknow, May 21: Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar announced that a cabinet meeting has been convened in Delhi to discuss Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent foreign tour. The meeting will focus on the discussions held during the visit to five countries, the achievements gained, and their implementation. In an exclusive interview with a news ... Read more PM Modis Foreign Tour Achievements to Be Discussed in Cabinet Meeting: OP Rajbhar
UP Lekhpal Main Exam: Candidates Enter After Strict Security and Biometric Verification
Lucknow, May 21: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) conducted the Lekhpal main exam on Thursday from 10 AM to 12 PM in a single session. To ensure fairness and prevent cheating, stringent security measures were implemented across the state. Candidates were granted entry to examination centers only after undergoing biometric verification, document ... Read more UP Lekhpal Main Exam: Candidates Enter After Strict Security and Biometric Verification
UP Lekhpal Main Exam Conducted with Strict Security Measures
Lucknow, May 21: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) conducted the Lekhpal main examination on Thursday from 10 AM to 12 PM in a single shift. To ensure fairness and prevent cheating, stringent security measures were implemented across the state. Candidates were granted entry into examination centers only after biometric verification, document checks, ... Read more UP Lekhpal Main Exam Conducted with Strict Security Measures
U.P. CM Adityanath conducts review of Data Centre Cluster, Project Ganga and wheat processing policy
The Chief Minister said that the data centre cluster will create the basic infrastructure for Uttar Pradeshs AI mission
Road to be taken: Pay Rs 275 to drive on 63km-long Lucknow-Kanpur e-way
Get ready for the 63-km Lucknow-Kanpur expressway, set to open in June with Prime Minister Modi expected to inaugurate it. Commuters will enjoy a barrier-free tolling system entering from Lucknow. A wayside amenity is planned at Amaras village. The journey will cost Rs 275 for cars, connecting Lucknow to Ata village in Unnao.
Heatwave alert for Delhi, UP, Punjab, Haryana and more: What to expect over next 5 days
Northwest India is battling severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring across multiple states. Uttar Pradesh's Banda recorded a scorching 48C, while Delhi anticipates touching 46C. Punjab and Haryana are also reeling under intense heat. The IMD has issued alerts, advising extreme caution for vulnerable populations and recommending hydration and protective measures.
Encounter in Etah: Police Clash with Transformer Thieves, One Injured, Another Arrested
Etah, May 21: In a late-night encounter on Wednesday, police in Etah, Uttar Pradesh, clashed with suspected thieves, resulting in one suspect being injured and another arrested. During the confrontation, police seized illegal weapons, stolen goods, and a motorcycle without a number plate. Around 12:30 AM, officers from the Kotwali Nagar police station were checking ... Read more Encounter in Etah: Police Clash with Transformer Thieves, One Injured, Another Arrested
Banda bakes at 48C, red alert issued as heatwave intensifies
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