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10 arrested for distributing swords in Ghaziabad after video goes viral
Opposition parties in the State alleged that the incident is part of a pattern aimed at disturbing communal harmony in western of Uttar Pradesh.
Shankh Airlines to begin operations in January, check key routes offered by India's new airline
Shankh Airlines is set to begin flights in January with three Airbus planes. The airline will connect Lucknow to Delhi, Mumbai, and other major cities. Flights to destinations across Uttar Pradesh are also planned. The company aims to make air travel affordable for middle-class passengers and first-time flyers. International operations are anticipated in 2028 or 2029.
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SIR process for Uttar Pradesh gets extended again
The draft list is to be published on January 6, and the final list on March 6, the Election Commission of Indian (ECI) said
EC revises UP SIR schedule; draft list on Jan 6, claims and objections invited till Feb 6
The Election Commission has revised the timeline for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh. The draft voter list will now be published on January 6, 2026, and the final roll on March 6, with claims and objections invited between January 6 and February 6.
Hindutva group threatens minorities, distributes swords in UP
Ghaziabad: An organisation named Hindu Raksha Dal (HRD) in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, distributed swords and other sharp weapons to Hindus in the city for protection from targeted violent acts by Muslims on Monday, December 29. Condemning the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh, the organisation members announced their support to the government in getting 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 .
Sunny Leones New Year event cancelled in Mathura after protest
A New Years event featuring actor Sunny Leone in Uttar Pradeshs Mathura was cancelled after some priests raised serious objections to it, calling the event inappropriate in a religious city. The Bollywood actor, who was also a former adult star, was set to perform as a DJ at a hotel in the city on January 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 .
Sambhal: Heavy security deployed ahead of anti-encroachment drive near Shahi Jama Masjid
Security forces are deployed near Sambhal's Shahi Jama Masjid as authorities prepare to clear illegal encroachments. This action follows a flag march conducted on the anniversary of violence that claimed four lives. The Chief Minister has also directed phased development of Sambhal, focusing on restoring pilgrimage sites and wells.
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has opened a crucial correction window for Assistant Teacher (TGT) applicants. Candidates can now update their subject-specific educational details until January 7, 2026. This is a vital opportunity for those who applied under Advertisement No. A-5/E-1/2025 to ensure their application is considered for the 7,466 posts. Failure to correct details may lead to disqualification.
Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat divided over khap panchayats ban on smartphones, dress code for minors
BAGHPAT: People in Baghpat district are divided over the khap panchayats ban on the use of smartphones and wearing half-pants in public places by those under 18. In its Saturday diktat, the panchayat also objected to holding weddings in banquet halls, asserting that marriages should be held in villages and homes. It suggested the kurta-pyjama for boys and the salwar-kurta for girls. While some sections have welcomed the decisions, several intellectuals and social activists have strongly opposed them. Historian Amit Rai Jain termed the decisions Tughlaqi diktats and said mobile phones have become a necessity in present times. Talking to PTI, Jain said education, social networking and work are heavily dependent on mobile phones, making any ban impractical. He also pointed out that the authority to frame laws rests with the government and administration, not with panchayats. Deshkhap Mavi's Thambedar Chaudhary Yashpal Singh said he did not oppose the decisions but added that nothing could be imposed forcibly. He stressed the need to counsel children and instil good values, saying cultured children naturally stay away from wrong practices. The khap's decisions have also received political support. Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) MP from Baghpat, Rajkumar Sangwan, and senior Congress leader Chaudhary Yashpal Singh said preserving social values is the need of the hour. Sangwan said the khap's views were respectable as they strengthen the community. Thamba Patti Mehar Deshkhap's Chaudhary Brijpal Singh and khap leader Subhash Chaudhary said efforts would be made to implement the decisions by holding discussions with responsible members of village communities. They added that attempts would be made to extend these decisions across Uttar Pradesh by coordinating with other khaps. Former Chhaprauli MLA Sahendra Singh Ramala said the foundation of values begins at home. He said if the panchayat had taken such a decision, its members must first set an example themselves. He also stressed the need for balance in the use of mobile phones, adding that spending time with children and being their friend is equally important.
Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a key hub for electronics manufacturing
Traffic curbs till Jan 5 in city
AI-based app to manage traffic in the city of lanes
FPO-Scientist meet at IIT-BHU to promote Agritech Business Park
Lucknow & Kolkata: Centuries of exile, art & community to be spotlight at Sanatkada 2026
2026 countdown: DJ parties to set the tone
ABVP convention focuses on edu, environment & service
CM, Rajnath to lead Ram Temples second anniv celebrations on Dec 31
City cops mark pedestrian zones for safer New Year celebrations
KGMU panel rejects claims of bias towards a community in contractual hiring
Basketball tournament at BLW ends
Three arrested for abducting youth after financial dispute
Regular monitoring of townships to start
LU students smart agri project to get CST funds
UP BJP chief highlights Atals legacy
Uttar Pradesh closes 2025 as Indias most visited state
Former LU student nets PM scheme for young writers
CISF to extend expert training to UP SSF personnel
Citing nude video, cons extort 3L from doctor
10L old age pensioners added in UP in 8 years
AKTU to have minor degree prog in quantum tech at undergrad level
Sons wedding invite ends 13-yr hunt for fugitive
Take tough legal action against mafia involved in encroachment: CM
IIT-K student dies by suicide in hostel room
HC: Interim maintenance for women from filing date of plea
Cops scan 1,500 CCTVs to recover stolen horse Duldul
Temples in state all set forNew Year rush of devotees
UP records highest domestic tourism among states in 2025; fourth in terms of foreigner visits
LUCKNOW, Dec 29: Extensive renovation of religious, cultural and historical sites, along with the development of modern tourism infrastructure, have posited Uttar Pradesh as the most popular destination for domestic tourism and in fourth place in terms of foreign tourist arrivals. According to data released by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, more than 137 crore domestic tourists visited Uttar Pradesh in 2025, besides 3.66 lakh foreign tourists, the state government said in a statement on Monday. The most [] The post UP records highest domestic tourism among states in 2025; fourth in terms of foreigner visits appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hindon airport is No.1 in country by recording a 3000 per cent increase in patronage over last year
NEW DELHI: The latest Air traffic data released by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) is a shot in the arm for Hindon airports ambitions to enter the big league. Located just 30 km from Delhi in Uttar Pradeshs Ghaziabad, the Indian Air Force owned airfield has clocked 1, 22,381 flyers in November 2025 versus just 3,950 flyers in November 2024. This marks a 2,998% growth over its past, marking the highest improvement among all airports in the country. Multiple reasons have contributed to this amazing turnaround, particularly for an airport which is permitted operations only from sunrise to sunset daily due to military restrictions. Airport Director Chilaka Mahesh told this newspaper, Initially we only had Star Air operating here which was connecting our airport to Nanded, Adampur and Keshod under the UDAAN Scheme. Air India Express and IndiGo have commenced operations here since March and July respectively this year. They connect key cities and traffic has been on the rise since then and we now have 25 departures and 25 arrivals on an average daily. The Airport Director said, Public in the Delhi-NCR and Western UP clearly prefer travelling via Hindon as they do not have to commute in the traffic upto Indira Gandhi International Airport to reach other cities. An Air India Express spokesperson said, Our operations from Hindon commenced on 1st March 2025. We connect to 9 direct destinations from Hindon Bengaluru, Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Goa, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna and Varanasi. We have 47 departing flights weekly. In a statement, IndiGo said it had 40 weekly departures from Hindon and all operations were carried out using A320 aircraft. IndiGo has daily flights between Hindon and Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata apart from six weekly flights from Hindon to Chennai and Patna. Among the key developments this year was the incorporation of the SITA network for its ticketing centre. Rapido and Buzzway cab operators are functioning while Ola and Uber cabs have recently been allocated parking bays here. Increasing the parking slots for aircraft here would help improve the patronage further, Mahesh added. We had another round of talks with Defence authorities last week. We require 34, 500 square meters of their land to increase our parking slots to six from the present two. AAI began operations at this airport, built at a cost of Rs 46.6 crore, from October 11, 2019, largely to facilitate UDAAN operations.
Uttar Pradesh tops domestic tourism with 137 cr visitors, 4th for foreign
Lucknow: Extensive renovation of religious, cultural and historical sites, along with the development of modern tourism infrastructure, have posited Uttar Pradesh as the most popular destination for domestic tourism and in fourth place in terms of foreign tourist arrivals. According to data released by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, more than 137 crore 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 .
Planning New Year Travel? Dense Fog Across North India May Disrupt Journeys | Check Forecast
Dense fog disrupted flights and trains across Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Northeast India, stranding thousands at Airports and Railway stations.
VHT: Jurels Unbeaten Century Helps UP Defeat Baroda, Assam Register Win Over Hyderabad
Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group: Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel smashed a blazing unbeaten 160 off 101 balls to power Uttar Pradesh to a commanding 54-run victory over Baroda in their Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group B encounter at the Sanosara Cricket Ground 'A' on Monday. Jurel struck 15 boundaries and eight sixes as UP posted a mammoth 369/7 before dismissing Baroda for 315, despite fifties from Krunal Pandya and Shashwat Rawat, on the final ball of the match. The win earned UP four points, taking their tally to 12 after three rounds. Jurel, batting at number three after the departure of opener Aryan Juyal for 26, reached his maiden List A century in just 78 deliveries and tore into the Baroda bowling attack. He was particularly severe on pacer Rasikh Salam, plundering him for 55 runs off 14 deliveries. Jurel shared a crucial 131-run fourth-wicket partnership with big-hitter Rinku Singh, who contributed 63 off 67 balls. The wicketkeeper-batter has been in excellent form throughout the tournament, having scored half-centuries against Hyderabad and Chandigarh. Meanwhile, Sibsankar Roy struck a majestic century as Assam pulled off an improbable four-wicket victory over Hyderabad at the Niranjan Shah Stadium Ground 'C'. Roy scored 112 off 109 balls, hitting 11 fours and a six, and shared a crucial 142-run third-wicket partnership with young opener Saurav Dihingia, who made 91 off 112 deliveries. Denish Das provided late impetus with a brisk 54 off 46 balls to lay the foundation for Assam chasing 312 in a thrilling fashion. Hyderabad openers Tanmay Agarwal and Rahul Singh Gahlaut gave their side a solid start after choosing to bat. Gahlaut top-scored with 79 off 71 balls, hitting 14 fours. Abhirath Reddy contributed 54 off 66 balls at number three, while Varun Goud's 42 and a late cameo from K. Nitesh Reddy, who smashed 53 off just 25 balls with four fours and three sixes, helped Hyderabad post 309, which wasnt adequate to stop Assam from registering an improbable win. On the other hand, Mukesh Kumar's maiden five-wicket haul in List A, along with Abishek Porel's brilliant 106 & Shahbaz Ahmed's superb all-round show powered Bengal to a six-wicket victory over Chandigarh. Brief Scores: Uttar Pradesh 369/7 in 50 overs (Dhruv Jurel 160 not out, Rinku Singh 63; Raj Limbani 4-74) beat Baroda 315 all out in 50 overs (Krunal Pandya 82, Shashwat Rawat 60; Zeeshan Ansari 3-53, Sameer Rizvi 2-61) by 54 runs Hyderabad 310/8 in 50 overs (Rahul Singh Gahlaut 79, Abhirath Reddy 54; Abdul Ajij Kuraishi 3-71, Sibsankar Roy 2-26) lost to Assam 314/6 in 49.3 overs (Sibsankar Roy 112, Saurav Dihingia 91; CV Milind 3-68, Varun 1-52) by four wickets Brief Scores: Uttar Pradesh 369/7 in 50 overs (Dhruv Jurel 160 not out, Rinku Singh 63; Raj Limbani 4-74) beat Baroda 315 all out in 50 overs (Krunal Pandya 82, Shashwat Rawat 60; Zeeshan Ansari 3-53, Sameer Rizvi 2-61) by 54 runs Also Read: Live Cricket Score Jammu & Kashmir 311/9 in 50 overs (Yawer Hassan 79, Qamran Iqbal 54; Yash Thakur 3-73, Yash Kadam 2-10) lost to Vidarbha 315/5 in 48.3 overs (Aman Mokhade 139, R Samarth 114; Yudhvir Singh 3-69, Auqib Nabi 2-65) by five wickets Article Source: IANS
'Won't Rest Until They Get Capital Punishment': Unnao Survivor To NDTV
The woman from Uttar Pradesh's Unnao, who was raped by former MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, today thanked the Supreme Court for staying the Delhi High Court's verdict that suspended the convicted man's life sentence.
LUCKNOW: Bajrang Dal members gate-crashed a birthday celebration at a caf in Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh and accused attendees of 'love jihad'. Bareilly Police lodged a complaint against two accusedRishabh Thakur and Deepak Pathakand 25 unidentified associated on Monday. All of them were absconding. Two Muslim youths who were present at the party were fined. The caf staffer was also fined for disturbing the peace. According to the complainant, the incident took place around 2 pm on December 27, when a nursing student and her friends were celebrating her birthday in the restaurant. Rishabh and Deepak, accompanied by 25 others suddenly arrived and created a ruckus. The group allegedly began to abuse the staff and guests, and even issued death threats. As the situation escalated, the police intervened and restored order. A video purportedly showing activists creating a ruckus inside the caf was circulated on social media. According to Circle Officer Ashutosh Shivam, the police responded promptly after receiving information about the incident. Two guests, Shaan and Waqaib, along with the caf owner Shailendra Gangwar were detained for breach of peace only to be released later on bail on personal bonds, officials said. The information about a fight at a restaurant under Prem Nagar police station area was reported on December 27. Based on the information, the police team reached the spot and restored order. A complaint was filed at the Prem Nagar police station, and a case has been registered against two named individuals and other unknown persons under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Shivam told media persons. While it was alleged that Rishabh and Deepak were connected to Bajrang Dal, the organisations Bareilly coordinator Aryan Chaudhary denied the claim, saying they had no association with the outfit. In the FIR, it was alleged that Rishabh and Deepak are self-proclaimed cow vigilantes and have in the past created disturbances in the area over 'love jihad' and other issues. The FIR against the vigilantes was registered under sections 333 (house trespass after preparation for hurt, assault or wrongful restraint), 115 (voluntarily causing hurt), 351 (criminal intimidation), 324 (mischief), 191 (rioting) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
UP BJP divided over Brahmin MLAs meeting in Lucknow
LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh BJP appears to be a divided house over a recent meeting of the partys Brahmin MLAs and MLCs in Lucknow. While the newly appointed state unit chief, Pankaj Chaudhury, warned lawmakers against holding such caste-based meetingssaying they would be deemed acts of indiscipline in the futureDeputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya and several other leaders maintained that there was nothing wrong with the gathering. On December 23, during the winter session of the Uttar Pradesh legislature, a group of Brahmin MLAs met in Lucknow. The meeting, which drew considerable attention, included rebel MLAs from the Samajwadi Party as well as BJP legislators. It was held at the Lucknow residence of BJPs Kushinagar MLA, Panchanand Pathak, on the occasion of his wifes birthday. Around 4550 Brahmin MLAs from Purvanchal and Bundelkhand attended the gathering. They were served litti-chokha, while those observing Tuesdays fast were offered falahar (a fruit-based meal). According to sources, after the meeting, the Chief Ministers Officer on Special Duty (OSD), Sarvan Baghel, called Pathak to inquire about the event. Pathak reportedly clarified that it was not a political meeting but a community feast. Subsequently, state BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhury issued a stern statement, asserting that caste-based meetings go against the Constitution and the partys values, and warned that any repetition would be treated as indiscipline. However, a section of BJP leaders, including Deputy CM Keshav Maurya, disagreed with this view. The perspective is wrong, not the objective. People meet, and they should, Maurya said. If an MLA attends someones birthday, anniversary, or goes to eat litti-chokha, it should not be seen as a caste-based meeting. Ministers Dharamveer Prajapati and Sunil Sharma echoed similar sentiments. When the session is on, MLAs gather and hold meetings. This should not be linked to casteism, Prajapati said. Sharma added, When the House is in session, four to six people always sit together. If people from western Uttar Pradesh sit together, it is labelled accordingly. There was no political intention. Those present must have discussed strengthening the nation, Sanatan, and the party. Former BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh also supported the meeting, saying, I do not consider it wrong. Those who do, let them. Sensing an opportunity, the opposition Congress and Samajwadi Party sought to woo Brahmin voters. Congress state president Ajay Rai urged Brahmin leaders within the BJP to take a strong stand. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav said those being publicly warned and humiliated by being labelled indisciplined would eventually make the arrogant rulers ungoverned. It seems the arrogant government has forgotten the outcome of the oath taken while standing in the holy waters of the Saryu. If the rulers cannot respect anyone, they should at least refrain from insulting them, Akhilesh said. Meanwhile, BJP Rajya Sabha member, national vice-president, and former state president Laxmikant Bajpai said conclusions should not be drawn without proper inquiry. What was the purpose of the meeting? Who attended it? Was there a problem in their areas or difficulties faced by them? We cannot say anything without knowing these facts. It also needs to be examined who inspired the Brahmin MLAs to hold the meetingthere must have been a reason, he said.
Pharma company making illegal psychotropic drugs busted in Rajasthan, three arrested
AHMEDABAD: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has busted a major interstate narcotics racket in Rajasthans Bhiwadi, seizing 22 kg of illegal substances and arresting three key accused, marking the second big drug crackdown in a single month. The trail of the investigation led straight into a pharmaceutical factory hiding a narcotics assembly line in the neighbouring state. What looked like a routine industrial unit in Bhiwadis Rocco Eyal area was, in reality, a covert hub manufacturing banned psychotropic drugs for the black market. The operation began quietly, with a tip-off that the company APL Pharma was illegally producing drugs like Azazolam and feeding the supply chain through a key distributor, Sunny Yadav. The information appeared sensitive and explosive, an ATS officer said, so we cross-verified every detail using technical surveillance and human intelligence before moving in. Under the supervision of senior ATS officials and the leadership of the Deputy Superintendent of Police, a dedicated team meticulously mapped the network. Names emerged, links connected, and patterns repeated, pointing to a well-oiled racket rather than a one-off crime. On December 28, the ATS, along with a special unit of the Rajasthan Police, stormed the APL Pharma premises. Inside, officers found a fully functional illegal manufacturing unit. The seizure was massive and alarming -- 22 kilograms of psychotropic substances, including 5 kg of Alprazolam, 17 kg of a combination of Prozepam and Temazepam known for high abuse potential. Three men were taken into custody at the site -- Anshul Shastri (40) from Agra, Uttar Pradesh, Akhilesh Maurya (41) from Takora, Rajasthan, and Krishna Yadav (33), also from Takora. Investigators revealed that Anshul Shastri owned a firm supplying raw materials used to manufacture the illegal drug Azolamide. He allegedly partnered with Akhilesh Maurya to plan and execute large-scale production. This was not experimentation, an officer noted, adding, It was organised manufacturing with clear intent to supply. The drugs were produced at APL Pharma and allegedly sold across various regions, including parts of Maharashtra, through distributors like Sunny Yadav. Money trails, buyer networks, and additional collaborators are now under the scanner, with the ATS convinced that the racket has been operational for a long time. All three accused have been booked under Sections 8 and 22 of the NDPS Act at Vishwa Bhawan Phase-3, UIT Sector-3, Rajasthan. Officials say further arrests are likely as financial records and call data are analysed. Significantly, this is the ATSs second major narcotics bust in December. Earlier this month, a methamphetamine factory in Jodhpur was dismantled, leading to the arrest of six accused and the seizure of 40 kg of drugs and chemicals.
UP Man Dies, Daughter Found Starving After 5-Year Captivity By Caretakers
A horrific incident has come to light from Uttar Pradesh's Mahoba district, where a retired railway employee and his mentally challenged daughter were held captive and tortured by their caretakers for five years, resulting in the man's death.
The Unnao rape survivor on Monday expressed satisfaction in the Supreme Court order which stayed the Delhi High Court order suspending the life sentence of convict and former BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar. She also vowed to continue the legal fight until he is hanged. I am very happy with this decision. I have got justice from the Supreme Court. I have been raising my voice for justice from the very beginning, the survivor said, reported PTI. I do not make any allegations against any court. I have faith in all courts, but the Supreme Court has given me justice and will continue to do so, she said. Hearing a plea filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) , the Supreme Court on Monday stayed the Delhi HC order that had suspended Sengar's life sentence and granted him bail in the 2017 Unnao rape case. The top court also issued a notice to Sengar, directing him to file his response. Vowing to continue the legal fight, the survivor said, I will not rest until he is hanged. I will keep fighting. Only then will my family and I get justice. We receive threats even today. Family members also expressed relief over the intervention by the SC, saying their faith in the justice system had been restored. The survivor's sister said she had complete faith that the court would ensure the accused is not released. He is a monster. First, he raped my sister and later destroyed the entire family. I am satisfied today. His bail should remain rejected, she said, adding that the family would continue to pursue the case. The survivor's mother thanked the apex court for the relief and told reporters that those who killed her husband should receive the death sentence. Reacting to the order the activist Yogita Bhayana said the order had wider implications. This is not a fight of one victim alone, but of all girls. The Supreme Court itself noted that while stays are not usually granted, this case stands on a different footing, she said. Triggering widespread protests and concerns over the security of the rape survivor, the Delhi HC on December 23, suspended the life imprisonment awarded to former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar and granted him bail on a personal bond of Rs 15 lakh during the pendency of his appeal. The court imposed certain conditions, directing him not to enter within a five-kilometre radius of the victims residence in Delhi and not to threaten the survivor or her mother. Sengar, however, remained in jail since he is also serving a 10-year term in connection with the custodial death of the rape survivor's father and has not been granted bail in that case. Sengar was convicted to life imprisonment in the case, by a trial court in December 2019. According to the prosecution, the Unnao rape survivor, a minor, was kidnapped and raped by Sengar between June 11 to June 20, 2017 in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao area. She was then sold for Rs 60,000, after which she was recovered at the Maakhi police station. The court found Sengar guilty of rape under section 376 (Rape) of the Indian Penal Code and sections 5(C) and 6 of the POCSO Act, holding that the victim's testimony was 'unblemished, truthful and of sterling quality'. (With inputs from PTI) Justice Delayed: The Unnao rape survivor's long-running legal battle
A 60-year-old pastor and his son were arrested on Sunday after members of right-wing extremist group Bajrang Dal protested outside a church in Fatehpur district, accusing the duo of forced conversion by luring Hindu women with money and other promises, reported PTI. The protesters also briefly surrounded the police vehicle in which the pastor, David Gladion, and his son Abhishek Gladion (30) were being transported. During a prayer meeting at the church, the Bajrang Dal workers gathered outside and held a protest for nearly three hours, alleging that Hindu women were being lured to the church with promises of money, jobs and free education for their children. They also alleged that around 150 people, including a large number of women, were present inside the church at the time. On receiving information about the protests, Circle Officer Veer Singh reached the spot with a large police contingent. However, the police took the pastor and son into cutsody. According to Radha Nagar Station House Officer Vinod Kumar Maurya, a case has been registered under the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Religious Conversion Act against the pastor, his son and seven unidentified persons, based on a complaint filed by a local, Dev Prakash Paswan. Meanwhile, a police officer was quoted by the PTI as saying publicity vehicles were being used to invite villagers to prayer meetings. One such vehicle was seized during the protest, and religious literature was recovered from it, he said. CO Veer Singh told PTI that the 'purpose' of the women's presence at the church was being verified. He said an investigation was underway and further action would be taken based on evidence. The arrest came days after the United Christians Forum (UCF), in a letter addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressed concern regarding the disturbing pattern of religious persecution of Christians in the country. In the letter dated 26th December, a day after the country witnessed multiple attacks against Christmas celebrations across several states, the organisation stated that it has recorded a total of 814 incidents of violence against Christians with an average of 69.5 incidents per month in 2024. As of November 2025, a staggering 706 incidents targeting Christians have been recorded by the UCF, the letter said. The UCF said the primary reason of these attacks have been false allegations of fraudulent conversions and noted that Uttar Pradesh emerged as the leading state with 184 such incidents, followed by Chhattisgarh with 157 cases. The letter also cited a report titled 'Criminalising Practice of Faith' which documented incidents where the police allegedly colluded with Hindutva groups and turned a blind eye to offences commited against Christians. (With inputs from PTI)
Thick fog reduces visibility at Taj Mahal, grips several UP cities
Dense fog engulfed the Taj Mahal and several cities across Uttar Pradesh as cold wave conditions persisted, affecting visibility and air quality. The city`s air quality was poor this morning, reporting `moderate` conditions in pockets. The Manoharpur area reported an AQI of 234
One dies as overloaded truck mounts divider, topples onto SUV in Uttar Pradesh's Rampur
Police from multiple stations, senior officers and fire services were present at the spot to manage rescue and traffic operations
For Key Question On Unnao Rape Convict's Bail, CBI Cites LK Advani Case
The Supreme Court on Monday stepped in to halt the release of former Uttar Pradesh MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, staying a Delhi High Court order that had suspended his life sentence and granted him bail in the 2017 Unnao rape case.
We're Accountable To Survivor: What CBI, Supreme Court Said In Unnao Rape Case Hearing
The Supreme Court stayed a Delhi High Court order suspending ex-BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar's life sentence in the rape case of a woman - then a minor - in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao in 2017.
The Supreme Court on Monday stayed the recent verdict of the Delhi High Court, which suspended the life sentence imposed on former Uttar Pradesh legislator Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case and directed his release on bail. The Vacation Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice JK Maheshwari, and Justice Augustine [] The post Supreme Court stays Delhi High Court verdict granting bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar in Unnao rape case appeared first on India Legal .
SC stays Delhi HC order suspending life sentence of Kuldeep Singh Sengar in Unnao rape case
The Supreme Court of India on Monday stayed the Delhi High Courts order that had suspended the life sentence of expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar and granted him bail in the 2017 Unnao rape case involving a minor girl. Passing the order, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the operation of the Delhi High Courts December 23 order would remain stayed, and clarified that Sengar shall not be released pursuant to that ruling. In view of the peculiar facts, where the convict stands convicted for a separate offence, we stay the operation of the Delhi High Court order dated December 23, 2025. The respondent shall not be released pursuant to the said order, the CJI observed. The apex court also issued notice to Sengar on an appeal filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation challenging the High Courts decision to suspend his life sentence. Sengar, a former BJP MLA, was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in 2019 for the rape of a minor in Uttar Pradeshs Unnao district. (This is a breaking news update)
Unnao rape case: Kuldeep Sengar won't walk free, Supreme Court stays Delhi HC bail order
The Supreme Court has halted the Delhi High Court's decision to grant conditional bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar. Sengar, a former Uttar Pradesh MLA, was convicted in the 2017 Unnao rape case. The CBI had appealed the bail, highlighting the severity of the crime and the survivor's safety. The apex court's intervention ensures Sengar remains in jail.
Adityanath orders closure of schools across Uttar Pradesh till January 1 amid cold wave
The safety of children is paramount during the cold wave, and any negligence in this regard will not be tolerated, says UP CM Adityanath
UP Police hashtag tops global trending list on X for over two hours
Lucknow: A social media hashtag related to a two-day conference of senior Uttar Pradesh police officers generated more than 1.7 billion impressions and trended at the top of the global list on the social media platform X, officials said. According to an official statement issued on Sunday night, the Hindi hashtag #UP_Police_Manthan, linked to the 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 .
UPSSSC is starting the online application process for Lekhpal Recruitment 2026 today for 7,994 posts across Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment has drawn attention after the commission revised the category-wise vacancy list, increasing OBC, SC and ST posts following objections over reservation rules. The revised list reduces General category seats while keeping EWS numbers unchanged. Eligible candidates can apply online within the notified schedule and selection will follow PET-based shortlisting.
Japanese tourists mistreated over swimsuits, Santa caps in Varanasi
Some Japanese tourists reportedly faced mistreatment for wearing swimsuits and Santa Claus caps during a visit to a ghat in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on December 25, when the tourists were preparing to take a bath at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. Some devotees stopped the tourists and accused them of urinating in the river. 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 .
Congress Stumbles Over Data Chief's Tamil Nadu Debt Levels Alarming Post
A Congress functionary's remark unfavourably comparing Tamil Nadu's debt levels with BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh has dropped his party in hot water before next year's Assembly election.
All schools In Uttar Pradesh Closed Till January 1 Due Cold Wave
The state government is ensuring adequate blankets, bonfires, and night shelters for the needy, with officials instructed to provide timely relief and maintain cleanliness and food at shelters.
Nearly 200 residents of Piprauli village in Uttar Pradesh received anti-rabies vaccinations as a precaution after consuming raita made from the milk of a buffalo that later died of suspected rabies. The buffalo had reportedly been bitten by a rabid dog, prompting health officials to administer vaccines to prevent any potential risk, though no disease has spread so far.
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Budaun: Nearly 200 residents of Piprauli village in Uttar Pradeshs Budaun, got rabies vaccination as a precaution measure after they discovered that the raita (a curd-based dish) they consumed at funeral was made from the milk of a buffalo that died after being bitten by a dog. According to the villagers, a funeral ceremony was 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 .
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The race to find the next National Investigation Agency chief has picked up pace after DG Sadanand Vasant Date was sent back to his home cadre. The 1990-batch officer, feted for his role during 26/11, is now widely tipped to take over as Maharashtra DGP. Names are now being tossed around in closed-door meetings for his successor. Intelligence Bureau chief Tapan Kumar Dekas name did surface, despite him already enjoying two extensions till June 2026. But the mood in government circles favours a 1994-batch officer with solid anti-terror credentials. Several Special DGs in paramilitary forces exist on paper, but none seem to have made the cut. R&AW officers are also being kept out, with continuity preferred amid a fast-changing geopolitical backdrop. Spotlight on Bengals new variable As West Bengal heads toward the 2026 Assembly elections, political attention is turning to Humayun Kabir. The suspended TMC leader, now leading his Janata Unnayana Party, is drawing crowds, particularly among Muslim voters, and plans to contest every Muslim-majority seatincluding TMC strongholds like Ballygunge. Delhi circles are debating whether Kabir could play a role similar to AIMIM in Bihar, splitting the opposition vote and indirectly helping the BJP. While the saffron party remains publicly quiet, opposition leaders worry that Kabirs rise could chip away at the TMCs support more than challenge the BJP. With a new political dynamic emerging, his presence is set to reshape the electoral landscape and make several closely fought constituencies more unpredictable in 2026. Pay panel without a pay office The 8th Central Pay Commission has been announced, named, and chaired, but it still doesnt know where to sit. More than a month after its constitution under former Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, the commission has not been allotted office space. This is despite a looming deadline, as the 7th Pay Commission expires on December 31, 2025, with revised salaries due from January 1, 2026. Though the panel has an 18-month window to submit recommendations, it hasnt formally begun work. Whispers in bureaucratic corridors suggest the delay is tactical: a pay award announcement closer to the 2027 Uttar Pradesh elections, followed by payouts with arrears nearer the 2029 Lok Sabha polls, could be politically convenient. Extension denied, contract supplied The Centre may have said no, but UPs Yogi Adityanath government has proved that administrative detours are always available. After the Union Home Ministry rejected the proposal to extend Prashant Kumars tenure as DGP, the state quietly brought him back on a three-year contract. The 1990-batch retired IPS officer is the new chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission, which handles recruitment for secondary and higher education teachers. The timing is telling, with the state keeping a close watch on the 2027 Assembly elections. The UPESSC itself is a relatively new creation, formed in 2024 by merging two education recruitment bodies. The message from Lucknow is unmistakable: denial in Delhi does not always mean retirement at home. CWC meets, pens nearly fly The Congress Working Committee meeting had more sparks than planned, and not all of them came from Digvijay Singhs comments on the RSS and BJP. A pointed exchange between Shashi Tharoor and party spokesperson Pawan Khera also raised eyebrows. Tharoor reportedly pressed Khera to detail his public allegations about goings-on in the Prime Ministers Office, linked to claims involving former IAS officer Navneet Sehgal. Khera is said to have explained his position during the meeting, but his parting quip Why dont you also write about it? didnt go unnoticed. Some leaders saw it as a swipe at Tharoors prolific writing and social media posts praising Prime Minister Modi, which have made sections of the party visibly uncomfortable.
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