Former BJP MP Dharmendra Kashyap joins Samajwadi Party
After joining SP, Dharmendra Kashyap alleged that the law and order situation in Uttar Pradesh has collapsed and that members of backward communities were being denied justice
Comedian Harsh Gujral touches Yogi Adityanath's feet, cracks crime joke at UP event [Watch]
Comedian Harsh Gujral received a youth icon award at an event in Uttar Pradesh in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He narrated a humorous anecdote about a banana seller in Lucknow who claimed crime had ended, joking that he was a former criminal who now sold bananas
Counting for Allahabad-Jhansi graduate MLC seat begins in Jhansi
Villagers thrash ex-pradhans son, attack police
7 held for stealing copper from transformers in Kanpur
Advocates to abstain from judicial work today
Southern Railway wins RPF dog competition
Awareness, interactive session on MSME development held
Mega legal aid camp at HBTU on Nov 1
Family halts cremation, seeks arrest of accused in celebratory firing
Admin to prepare vision document to boost Kanpur tourism
MLC polls: BJP wins big in UP, Bihar; JD-S upsets Cong
Counting of votes has commenced for Legislative Council seats across Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Karnataka, with significant political implications ahead of upcoming electoral battles. The elections saw varied turnouts and intense contests between ruling alliances and opposition parties.
A blend of youth and experience is a winning mantra for UP: Kaif
Karans unbeaten 162, Mavis fifty lift UP against Puducherry
Weve reduced mafia to dust in UP, says CM Yogi
Lauds TOI For Inspiring Millions By Felicitating Youth Icons
3 Sitapur bizmen found dead in car pulled out of pond
Lost in translation: Understanding the Gen Z vocab gap
Lovely Professional University leading with 6 points in Inter-University Women Chess
Docs remove jaw tumour from 3-yr-old
Food dept teams suspend licence of 3 e-commerce platforms
Lioness Bijli brought to Kanpur Zoo
Cashless med cover for 1.7 L edu staff
DRI seizes 2kg smuggled gold worth Rs 2.76 crore in Barabanki, two arrested
BJP retains 3 MLC seats, SP holds Varanasi Teachers constituency
5K lawyers to vote for OBA polls today
HC seeks CBSE plan to improve traffic management near schools
Boeing 777 makes commercial debut at Lucknow airport
Citing illegal construction, LDA seals accused house
20 hours on, formalin spill fallout lingers, Kisan Path partly shut
2 cops suspended after family alleges police inaction
How a neighbourhood bond ended in tragedy
Mayawati flags decline in political decorum
Chaos at Shiksha Nideshalaya as TGT-PGT candidates stage protest
Railways may drop Prayagraj prefix from 3 stations to end passenger confusion
NDRF leads joint mock train accident drill at Chunar Jn
3 held for siphoning PM Kisan funds in Pratapgarh
HC admits appeals of blue drum murder convicts, fixes Nov 30 hearing
UPESSC refutes quota rumours in 17,735-post TGT recruitment; warns against misleading propaganda
HC orders Rs 50L Covid ex gratia despite absence of RT-PCR report
Positive Antigen Test Enough for Relief Claim
3 SIs suspended for dereliction of duty
Amit Shah To Review UP Poll Preparedness At 2-Day BJP Meet
Amit Shah will review the BJPs election preparations in Uttar Pradesh at a two-day state executive meeting from October 30, followed by visits to six organisational zones.
Champions, creators & changemakers take centre stage as TOI celebrates youth power
3 injured in firing over old rivalry between 2 families in Bhadohi
Cong seeks strong turnout at Nov 1 rally in Delhi
BHU-Aus univ pact for evolution research
Bone found near prasad at Durga Puja pandal during Azamgarh fair, youth held
East Zone Inter University Sports torney begins
1 killed as car rams into parked Pickup
Goat takes the pyre as murder accused fakes death to dodge trial, held after 18 months
Varanasi votecount on amidtight security
IIT-BHU Prof gets Pharma Ratna Award
MLC vote count starts amid ballot box row
Cops rescue youth after Meta alert flags suicide attempt on Facebook
Skills, startups and self-belief: Startup founders spell the new success formula
UPs youth power turning possibilities into achievements: Yogi
Harsh Gujral's banana seller joke about crime in UP leaves CM Yogi laughing | Watch
A video of comedian Harsh Gujral is going viral on social media. In it, he shares a humorous story about crime in Uttar Pradesh in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. While receiving an award on stage from the Chief Minister, Harsh narrated a real-life incident from Lucknow that also drew laughter from the audience. Yogi Adityanath was seen laughing at the comedians punchline. The video featuring Harsh and the Chief Minister is now making waves on social media.
UP govt to promote traditional pottery through 11-day Mati Kala Mahotsav 2026 in Lucknow
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 27 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths leadership, is set to promote traditional pottery and terracotta craftsmanship through the 11-day Mati Kala Mahotsav 2026, beginning on October 28 in Lucknow. The festival will continue until November 7 at the Khadi Bhawan premises in Dalibagh. The idea is to provide a major platform for traditional artisans to showcase their skills and products. Organised by the Uttar Pradesh Mati Kala Board, the state-level festival will be held under the theme Mitti se Sanskriti, Sanskriti se Samriddhi (Culture from Soil, Prosperity from Culture). The initiative aims to preserve the states rich cultural heritage, encourage local craftsmanship and create greater market opportunities for pottery artisans. The grand exhibition will be inaugurated by Rakesh Sachan, Minister for Khadi and Village Industries, Silk Industry, Handloom and Textiles, on Wednesday, October 28. According to the official announcement, the inauguration ceremony is scheduled to take place at 5 p.m. at the Uttar Pradesh Mati Kala Board premises, Khadi Bhawan, 8-Tilak Marg, Dalibagh, Lucknow. Anil Kumar Sagar, Principal Secretary of the Khadi and Village Industries Department, will also attend the event. Artisans from various districts of Uttar Pradesh will participate in the festival, displaying a wide range of high-quality pottery and traditional clay products. The exhibition is expected to highlight the creativity, craftsmanship and cultural significance of clay-based art while bringing traditional artisans closer to potential customers. The festival also reflects the government's efforts to strengthen traditional industries, support rural livelihoods and encourage self-employment among skilled craftspeople. By offering artisans a direct platform to exhibit their creations, the event aims to increase public appreciation for indigenous art and help sustain traditional pottery-making practices. Shishir, Chief Executive Officer of the Uttar Pradesh Mati Kala Board, has appealed to citizens, art enthusiasts and members of the public to visit the exhibition, explore the products and encourage local artisans. According to officials, the 11-day celebration is expected to bring together tradition, creativity and economic opportunity, reinforcing the importance of pottery in Uttar Pradeshs cultural identity.
Forced to Sell Bananas: CM Yogi Responds After Comedian Harsh Gujral Jokes About UP Crime
Stand-up comedian Harsh Gujral left Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath laughing at the TOI Youth Icons Summit in Lucknow after sharing a humorous anecdote about a banana seller and crime in the state. Gujral recalled asking a vendor whether crime had reduced in Uttar Pradesh, to which the seller reportedly replied that he had once been involved in criminal activities but was now selling bananas. Responding to the anecdote, Yogi credited his governments zero-tolerance policy, implemented in 2017, for the change. He said mafias had been wiped out and contrasted the past with the One District, One Product scheme.
Mainpuri Sainik School gets land for expansion
Multi-Crore PM Kisan Fraud: Three Arrested In UP
Police in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested three individuals suspected of involvement in a multi-crore fraud targeting the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. The investigation revealed an inter-district gang, with the arrested including a Common Service Centre operator, a contractual government operator who allegedly leaked official credentials, and a network partner involved in money laundering. Authorities recovered significant evidence and are continuing their probe into the wider network.
Cabinet clears free land for warehouses in Jhansi, Lalitpur
7 Amrut 2.0 projects for Lucknow, Kashi
543cr housing project for HC officers cleared
UP set to launch construction of 4 link eways
Cabinet nod to setting up of State Livestock Mission
Cabinet clears 70-acre robotics park in Greater Noida
Nod to four GCC proposals worth Rs 1,710cr
WPL 2027: G. Kamalini Fully Available As Four New Names Added To Player Auction Pool
Delhi Premier League: Four more players have been added to the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction list at the request of the five franchises, while India wicketkeeper-batter G. Kamalini will be available for the entire season, a source told IANS. The new entrants in the 2027 WPL auction pool, which now stands at 150 players, are Delhi all-rounders Medhavi Bidhuri and Samaira Raghav, New Zealand pacer Bree Illing and Uttar Pradesh bowler Avanya Jain. The auction will start at 5:30 pm in Kochi on Wednesday. Yes, during the auction briefing held today, the late addition of four players was made, and all five teams were informed about it. All five teams were also told that G Kamalini is fully available for the 2027 WPL season as she will not be playing in the 2027 U-19 World Cup, which was the case before, further said the source to IANS on Tuesday. Kamalinis availability for 2027 WPL had been in question before she was understood to be in contention for next years Under-19 World Cup, which directly clashes with the tournaments fifth season running from January 14 to February 7. Two-time winners, Mumbai Indians had released Kamalini, who had a contract of Rs 1.1 crore, during last months retention deadline. But with Kamalini, who has set her base price at Rs 40 lakhs, fully available for the WPL, it means that she can get a good payday at the auction, where 27 slots are to be filled, and wicketkeeper-batters will be in great demand. While Medhavi, who bowls leg-spin, has gone viral for her 6-7 celebration in the Delhi Premier League (WPL) womens competition, Samaira is coming off a good showing in the U19 Womens T20 Trophy and is also believed to be selected for the U19 Womens T20 Challengers tournament, which prompted her late addition to the WPL auction pool. The 2027 WPL auction will open with a full round of capped players, and is followed by a full round of uncapped players. After the 50th player, the accelerated rounds may begin. With each teams overall purse at Rs 15 crore, UP Warriorz, who finished last in 2026 and have never reached the final in four seasons, have the most to spend at Rs 3.75 crore. The Meg Lanning-led side has eight slots to fill -- five Indian and three overseas spots. Gujarat Giants have a purse of Rs 1.25 crore available to fill three slots -- one of which is overseas. Defending champions and two-time winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru have Rs 1.15 crore available to fill five slots -- two of which are overseas. Four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have Rs 1.10 crore in hand to fill five slots -- one of which is overseas. Mumbai Indians have Rs 90 lakh purse available to fill six Indian player slots. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Scotland wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce is another name that will keep five teams interested, as well as Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana. Uncapped batters Vrinda Dinesh, Gongadi Trisha, Saanika Chalke, and Mumbais 15-year-old batting sensation Ira Jadhav could draw strong bidding interest from the five franchises. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Delhi Speaker calls for gender-neutral parliamentary rules
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly Vijender Gupta has called for gender-neutral parliamentary rules, constitutional safeguards and modernisation of legislative procedures, an official said on Tuesday. Speaking about the initiative to draft model rules for legislative bodies, Gupta said that uniform rules must not mean identical rules. Our endeavour should be to strengthen common democratic standards while preserving the constitutional autonomy and institutional distinctiveness of every Legislature, he said. He made the observations while presenting Delhis recommendations at the meeting of the Committee on Formulation of Model Rules for Uniformity in the Procedure and Conduct of Business in Legislative Bodies in India. Calling for comprehensive parliamentary reforms, he emphasised the need for gender-neutral legislative rules, arguing that masculine expressions retained under conventions derived from the General Clauses Act, 1897, must give way to language reflecting contemporary democratic realities. He observed that recognition of Nari Shakti must extend to the rules governing Indias democratic institutions. The meeting was chaired by Speaker of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly Satish Mahana and attended by Rahul Narwekar, Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly; Kuldeep Singh Pathania, Speaker of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly; and G.S. Patil, Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, along with senior legislative officials and delegates. Welcoming the Presiding Officers, Gupta recalled the Committees preliminary meeting in Mysore on May 12 2026, following the decision at the 85th All India Presiding Officers Conference in Patna to develop a common procedural framework. Appreciating the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly Secretariat for preparing the draft report, he stressed that the exercise must identify ambiguities, draw upon effective parliamentary practices and deliver substantive institutional reforms. The meeting was conducted in a paperless manner, reflecting the growing adoption of digital practices in legislative institutions. According to an environmental impact assessment done by the Delhi Legislative Assembly Secretariat, the digital circulation of 12 sets of documents, comprising 1,521 pages each, resulted in estimated savings of 18,252 sheets of paper, the equivalent of approximately 4.4 trees and 18,252 litres of water, along with an estimated reduction of 182.5 kg of CO-equivalent emissions. Emphasising constitutional safeguards, Gupta maintained that the Model Rules must recognise the distinct legal frameworks of Delhi, Puducherry and Jammu and Kashmir, whose Legislatures function under constitutional provisions and specific statutes, including the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991. He sought appropriate provisions for bicameral Legislatures, including Legislative Councils, their Presiding Officers, Secretariat officials and reciprocal arrangements. He also recommended clarity on elections to presiding offices, the nomination of the Panel of Chairpersons, and the delegation of the Speakers functions. Cautioning that quorum requirements could be changed only through legislation, he opposed unnecessary duplication of constitutional and statutory provisions, including those governing Addresses by the President, Governor and Lieutenant Governor. On legislative functioning, Gupta supported three annual sessions Budget, Monsoon and Winter and a minimum of 30 sittings for all State Legislatures, as discussed at the 86th Conference of Presiding Officers, while protecting higher statutory requirements and the quality of deliberations. With the growing adoption of Digital Sansad, e-Vidhan and the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), he advocated formal recognition of electronic notices, summons, petitions and procedural communications. He also called for distinguishing the Roll of Members from the daily Attendance Register and retaining effective existing parliamentary arrangements. Welcoming the proposed recognition of Vande Mataram at the commencement of proceedings and Jana Gana Mana at the conclusion of a session, he noted that both practices were followed in the Delhi Legislative Assembly. Seeking greater procedural flexibility, Gupta recommended avoiding duplication between Zero Hour and Special Mentions, limiting Adjournment Motions to one per sitting, and leaving debate duration to the Speakers or Houses discretion.
No Favouritism: CM Yogi Highlights UPs Push on Startups, MSMEs & Jobs at TOI Youth Icons Summit
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the states efforts to generate employment, promote startups and strengthen industries while addressing the TOI Youth Icons Summit & Awards UP Chapter in Lucknow. Thanking The Times of India for recognising young achievers, he outlined Uttar Pradeshs transformation, contrasting its past challenges with initiatives such as the One District, One Product (ODOP) scheme. He said the scheme was promoting district-specific products nationally and internationally while creating employment opportunities for lakhs of young people. Highlighting the MSME sector, Yogi said UP has 96 lakh MSME units, providing direct employment to 3.25 crore people. He also cited 9.5 lakh government jobs filled over nine-and-a-half years and promised one lakh more within six months.
Battle for Muslim votes in UP: Owaisis Abdul put Opposition on notice
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) For a long time, Opposition parties have given more than a subtle hint of their attempts at consolidating minority votes with generous doles and welfare schemes, which have largely worked for the organisation that exhibited substantial ground strength, reflecting likely winnability at the hustings. Of late, however, voters have realised that not all governments have administered good governance and thus, the mandate has been shifting across several states, even in minority-dominated constituencies. The latest example is the result of the recent Assembly by-poll in West Bengals Rejinagar, where the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) pulled a surprise with its candidate Sakharav Sarkar winning with a convincing over 63 per cent of valid votes polled. Muslims in Rejinagar comprise well over 70 per cent, where the controversial Babri Masjid-replica builder and founder of Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP), Humayun Kabir, stepped down to retain Nowda. He nominated his son, Golam Nabi Azad Robin, from the seat, who ended up some 75,800 votes behind the winner. Despite the apparent shift, as Uttar Pradesh moves toward the 2027 Assembly election, a familiar contest is re-emerging among the Opposition for the larger support of the state's Muslim electorate. For decades, the Samajwadi Party (SP) has been the principal beneficiary of Muslim consolidation against the BJP. But that pie is also being eyed by the Congress a prospective SP ally and, more aggressively, by Asaduddin Owaisi's All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM). The latest flashpoint is Owaisi's invocation of Abdul, a symbolic reference for the ordinary Muslim voter. Addressing rallies in Uttar Pradesh, Owaisi stated that Abdul has long been expected to vote for political dynasties but has rarely been allowed to become a leader himself. He accused both the SP and Congress of treating Muslims as a vote bank while denying them meaningful political representation. Owaisi has specifically targeted SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, alleging that Muslim voters have repeatedly backed the party, which remains under-represented in terms of demographic strength. Historically, however, the AIMIM has struggled to convert rhetoric into electoral success outside its core pockets. Yet, the political significance of the Abdul narrative lies in its attempt to challenge the SPs long-standing hold over a substantial section of Uttar Pradeshs Muslim electorate. Owaisi appears to be seeking to carve out a space for his party in constituencies where Muslim voters can influence electoral outcomes, as he did earlier in Bihar. That may concern the SP; such statements could fan doubts among Muslim voters, especially the younger generation, who are increasingly asking whether strategic voting has delivered enough representation, jobs, educational opportunities, or political leadership. According to Census 2011 data, Muslims constitute over 19 per cent of the state's population with higher concentrations in western Uttar Pradesh and parts of Rohilkhand. Districts such as Moradabad and Rampur have over 50 per cent Muslim population, while Bijnor, Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar, and Amroha have more than 40 per cent. Substantial Muslim populations are also present in Bareilly, Meerut, Bahraich, Balrampur, Shamli, Sambhal, and several districts of the eastern part of the state, which too can influence poll outcome. And like elsewhere in the country, Muslim voters in Uttar Pradesh have often displayed a high degree of tactical voting, especially in the midst of a highly polarised contest. Since the 1990s, many Muslims shifted support towards SP because it was viewed as the strongest challenger to the BJP. In some elections, the BSP also attracted substantial Muslim support, while Congress retained pockets of influence. Thus, on occasions, and in certain parts, Muslims have not always voted uniformly for one party, frequently going strategically for whichever Opposition appeared best positioned to defeat the BJP in a given constituency. Internal divisions based on class, caste, region, sect, and local leadership have also shaped voting behaviour. Now, Owaisi's intervention comes at a delicate moment for Akhilesh Yadav, as he appears to be broadening his appeal beyond the traditional Muslim-Yadav alliance. Lately, he has made visible efforts to attract Brahmins and other upper-caste voters, while also emphasising issues affecting women, welfare beneficiaries, and non-Yadav OBC groups. But Owaisis Abdul has put the Opposition on notice in the battle for Muslim votes in Uttar Pradesh.
SCW Kashmir files charge-sheet after 12 residents duped of 16.78 Lakh
Srinagar: The Special Crime Wing Kashmir on Tuesday said it had filed a charge-sheet against a Uttar Pradesh resident accused of duping 12 Kashmir residents of rupees 16.78 lakh through an alleged fraudulent investment scheme promising high returns. In a statement , a spokesperson said the Crime Branch Kashmir (Special Crime Wing) had filed the []
8 districts, 11 villages: Yogi govets (land)mark for farmers of UP
Congress demand for 150-200 seats in UP unreasonable: AAP's Sanjay Singh
AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh expressed concerns over Congress's demand for 150-200 seats in Uttar Pradesh. He referenced Congress's previous performance, which included winning only two seats and acquiring 2.5 percent of the votes. Singh suggested that the seat allocation should reflect past electoral results and stated that such demands could harm alliance negotiations.
Global Manpower Hub Mission: Yogi govts Rs 1,725-crore push to connect skills with jobs worldwide
When Harsh Gujrals hilarious take on UP crime left CM Yogi in splits
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) Comedian and actor Harsh Gujral once narrated an interesting incident about the diminishing rate of crime in Uttar Pradesh. An old video of the comedian-actor from UP Creators Summit & Awards 2026 has resurfaced on the internet, and it shows him recollecting the funny incident as he stood next to the UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He said in his speech, Im telling you a real life example. I was in Lucknow for a show. I went out for a walk when I asked a shopkeeper selling bananas about the crime rate in UP. He said the crime rate has diminished a lot in UP. I asked him how he was so sure about that. He said, Im a criminal myself but Im not selling bananas. Thank you so much for this award, Uttar Pradesh Rocks. While the comedian-actor shared a personal anecdote, the National Crime Records Bureaus (NCRB) data shows fluctuations in Uttar Pradeshs registered crime rate over recent years. On a cursory glance, the rate stood at 225.3 cases per lakh population in 2016, climbed up to 278.2 in 2019 and reached 287.4 in 2020. It declined to 262.5 in 2021 and 171.6 in 2022, before it rose sharply to 335.3 in 2023. In 2023, UP recorded approximately 7.93 lakh cases under the Indian Penal Code and Special and Local Laws, while its crime rate remained below the national average of 448.3. Talking about Harsh Gujral, he made his Bollywood film debut with Mere Husband Ki Biwi, directed by Mudassar Aziz. The romantic comedy also starred Arjun Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar and Rakul Preet Singh in lead roles, with Gujral appearing in a supporting role. The film was released on February 21, 2025.
Three generations, one state: Film personalities reflect on roots in Uttar Pradesh
UP to seek public ideas through MyGov UP for Ayodhya Deepotsav
Public ideas and youth participation will help shape Uttar Pradeshs plans for Deepotsav 2026 in Ayodhya, with Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh directing officials to invite suggestions through MyGov UP to make the celebrations grander and ...
EC orders transfer of key officers in 5 poll-bound states
The Election Commission has directed five states - Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand - to transfer officers involved in election work ahead of the 2027 assembly polls. This move, a standard practice for fair elections, targets officers in their home districts or those completing three years in a district by May 2027, covering various administrative and police roles.
UP to develop natural farming districts: Lalitpur to be a pilot model
Yogi REVEALS One Condition to DRDO for BrahMos, Says UP-Made Missile Left Pak in Turmoil
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, speaking at the TOI Youth Icons Summit & Awards 2026 UP Chapter in Lucknow, recounted how his government allocated land for DRDOs missile project during the COVID-19 pandemic. He said the government agreed to spend around 200 crore on land, despite objections, citing national security. Yogi said a condition was placed on DRDO to include UP institutions in its recruitment process. Through campus selection at AKTU, around 500 young engineers and technical professionals secured jobs. He also highlighted BrahMos missile manufacturing in Lucknow and said UP received 35 crore in GST from missile sales.
Delhi Police bust illegal firecracker unit in Gokalpuri, three arrested
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Delhi Police busted an alleged illegal firecracker manufacturing unit operating from a residential building in northeast Delhi's Gokalpuri area and apprehended three persons, recovering 880 finished firecrackers, 600 unfinished firecrackers and 34 kg of suspected explosive powder, officials said. The raid was conducted by a team from Gokalpuri police station on October 26 following information about an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit operating on the second floor of a house in Gali No. 14, Gokalpur village. Police apprehended three persons during the operation, identified as Mohit Goswami (29), Arman (24) and Sameer (21), who were allegedly involved in the illegal manufacturing and storage of firecrackers. According to police, the three failed to produce any valid licence or permit authorising such activities. A search of the premises led to the recovery of five boxes containing 880 finished cold pyro firecrackers, 600 unfinished firecrackers and 34 kg of suspected explosive powder. Police also seized empty firecracker shells, a filling machine, a weighing machine and packaging material allegedly used in the manufacturing process. The recovered articles were seized in accordance with the prescribed procedure. Police said the illegal manufacturing and storage of explosive substances in a residential area posed a serious threat to public safety. Following the raid, an FIR -No. 286/26 was registered at Gokalpuri police station under Sections 125, 223(b) and 288 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with Section 9B(1) of the Explosives Act. An investigation has been initiated into the case. The three accused are residents of Farrukhnagar in Ghaziabad district of Uttar Pradesh. Mohit Goswami is the son of Manoj Goswami, Arman is the son of Iqbal, and Sameer is the son of Tasleem, police said. According to the police, none of the three accused has any previous criminal involvement on record. Investigators are examining the circumstances under which the unit was being operated and are expected to probe the source of the materials used in manufacturing the firecrackers, as well as their intended distribution. Investigation into the matter will continue.
Crime Branch Files Charge-Sheet Against Man for Allegedly Cheating 12 Kashmir Residents
Srinagar, October 27: The Special Crime Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a charge-sheet before the Court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Srinagar, against a Delhi-based investment programmes alleged director for allegedly cheating 12 Kashmir residents of 16.78 lakh through a purported foreign exchange (Forex) investment scheme. The accused, identified as Sunil Singh, son of Arjun Singh and a resident of Pratap Vihar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, has been charge-sheeted in connection with FIR No. 18/2022 registered at Police Station Special Crime Wing (SCW), Kashmir. According to the Crime Branch, the accused faces allegations under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Sections 5 read with 23 of the Banning of Unregulated Deposit Schemes Act, 2019. Complainants Allegedly Promised High Returns The case originated from a complaint filed by Abid Hussain Joo and 11 other Srinagar residents, who alleged that they were lured into investing their hard-earned money in a purported Forex investment venture operating under the name Tronix Power & Capital Investment Programme, Delhi. The complainants alleged that they were promised substantial returns within a short period, which persuaded them to invest in the programme. During the preliminary enquiry, investigators found allegations that the complainants had been induced to invest on the assurance of lucrative returns and were subsequently cheated. The findings led to the registration of the FIR and a detailed investigation into the matter. 16.78 Lakh Transferred Through Banking Channels The investigation revealed that a total of 16,78,500 had been transferred by the complainants through banking channels into bank accounts linked to the accused, the Crime Branch said. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) also informed the investigating agency that the investment programme in question was not registered with it. After completing the investigation and examining the evidence collected, the Special Crime Wing submitted the charge-sheet before the competent court for judicial consideration and further proceedings in accordance with the law. The allegations against the accused will be examined during the judicial process, and the case remains subject to the outcome of the court proceedings. Public Advised to Verify Investment Schemes Meanwhile, the Special Crime Wing Kashmir has urged the public to exercise caution before investing money in schemes promising unusually high returns within a short period. The agency has advised prospective investors to verify the credentials of investment operators and check the regulatory status of investment schemes with the appropriate authorities before committing their savings. Members of the public have also been encouraged to report suspected investment fraud to the concerned authorities promptly to help prevent further financial losses.
Uttar Pradesh Clears 322 Km Expressway Network Worth Rs 17,542 Crore In Cabinet Meeting Today
UP Elections 2027: Akhilesh Yadav Says No To Chandrashekhar Azad Alliance
The battle lines are being drawn in the political arena as alliance talks begin to gain momentum ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in 2027. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has ruled out any possibility of an alliance with Chandrashekhar
Crime Branch Kashmir chargesheets UP resident for duping 12 Kashmiris in Rs 16.78 lakh fraud case
Srinagar, Oct 27: Crime Branch Kashmir (Special Crime Wing) has filed a charge-sheet before the Hon'ble Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Srinagar, in connection with FIR No. 18/2022 registered at Police Station SCW, Kashmir, against accused Sunil Singh, S/o Arjun Singh, resident of Pratap Vihar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, for alleged offences punishable under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Section 5 read with Section 23 of the Banning of Unregulated Deposit Schemes Act, 2019. The case originated from a complaint lodged by Abid Hussain Joo and 11 other residents of Srinagar, who alleged that they had been induced by the accused to invest their hard-earned money in a purported Forex investment venture operating under the name and style of Tronix Power & Capital Investment Programme, Delhi, on the promise of substantial returns within a short period. During the preliminary enquiry, it emerged that the accused had allegedly induced the complainants to invest their money through assurances of lucrative returns and subsequently cheated them, leading to the registration of the case. Investigation revealed that an aggregate amount of Rs. 16,78,500 had been transferred by the complainants through banking channels into bank accounts linked to the accused. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) also conveyed that the aforesaid investment programme was not registered with it. Upon completion of the investigation and on the basis of the evidence collected, the charge-sheet has been submitted before the competent court for judicial consideration and further proceedings in accordance with law. Special Crime Wing Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K advised the public to exercise due diligence and verify the credentials and regulatory status of investment schemes with the competent authorities before investing their hard-earned money. It also urged the public to promptly report any suspected investment fraud to the concerned authorities.
Election Commission Orders Transfers of Officials in Five States Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Election Commission has mandated transfers of officials in five states, including Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, ahead of upcoming elections. Election Commission Orders Transfers of Officials in Five States Ahead of 2027 Elections
