Noida Gang Rape Survivor Tried To Escape, Bus Conductor Locked Door: Cops
The incident occurred on the night of August 4 when the minor, a resident of Uttar Pradesh, boarded the bus in Greater Noida after being told that it was headed towards Noida Sector 63, where she wanted to go.
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Seat-sharing biggest thorn in the way of Congress-SP alliance
Congress falling back on 2017 Arithmetic, SP to contest all 403 By Pradeep Kapoor Seat-sharing has emerged as one of the biggest unresolved issues between the Samajwadi Party and Congress ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Although Samajwadi Party national president and former chief minister Akhilesh Yadav made it clear [] The post Seat-sharing biggest thorn in the way of Congress-SP alliance appeared first on Northlines .
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Will contest Uttar Pradesh, Punjab polls with or without BJP: Chirag Paswan
LJP(RV) chief says the party is open to a seat-sharing arrangement with the NDA but will contest all seats in Uttar Pradesh and Punjab if no agreement is reached
Jaunpur: Over 400 youths get job opportunities at Rojgar Mela 2026 in Shahganj
Shahganj (Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 29: More than 400 youths got employment opportunities at a rural job fair organised in Pilkichha village of Shahganj in Uttar Pradeshs Jaunpur district
UP Rajya Sabha Battle: BJP, SP Eye Crucial 10th Seat | Smriti Irani Among Names
The battle for 10 Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh is taking shape, with the BJP and Samajwadi Party weighing their strategies for the crucial 10th seat. Sources tell NDTV that Smriti Irani and Harish Dwivedi are among the BJP names under consideration, alongside Varun Gandhi, Sanjeev Baliyan and Satyapal Singh.
Shamli Police Initiate Property Attachment In Singer Murder Case
Police in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, have initiated proceedings to attach the properties of three absconding accused, Satyam Kadiyan, Aryan Sandhu, and Rahul alias Bholu, in the murder case of Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan. The accused, all from Haryana, each carry a reward of Rs 1 lakh. Balyan was shot dead on August 26, and two alleged shooters were later killed in a police encounter.
I will keep asking questions: Former IAS officer Divya Mittal enters UP politics
Former IAS officer Divya Mittal has announced her independent entry into politics, saying she will begin her political journey in Uttar Pradesh and work to amplify the grievances of people whose voices often go unheard. Mittal, who resigned from the IAS after a 13-year administrative career, said her initiative will focus on accountability, systemic change and grassroots participation.
Akhilesh Yadav Skips INDIA Bloc Meet: UP Poll Prep Or A Seat-Sharing Signal To Congress?
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadavs decision to skip the INDIA bloc meeting in Delhi on September 30 has drawn attention amid unresolved seat-sharing discussions with the Congress for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Yadav has cited pre-scheduled election-related engagements, while reports indicate that Congress-SP differences over the alliance formula remain a point of discussion. Tensions have also surfaced through public remarks by leaders from both parties. Yadav has maintained that the SP and Congress will contest the 2027 polls together, while the exact seat-sharing arrangement is yet to be finalised.
Giriraj Singh highlights Uttar Pradeshs shift to modern defense manufacturing, emphasizing youth power and industrial growth at the UP International Trade Show. Uttar Pradesh Transforms Identity from Katta Industry to Modern Defense Production, Says Giriraj Singh
The Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2026 concludes with significant MOUs and business inquiries, boosting the states economy. Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2026 Sees Major Business Deals and International Participation
UPITS 2026 concludes with 4,400 MoUs worth Rs 6,500 crore; business worth Rs 15,500 crore estimated
The five-day Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2026 concluded on Tuesday with the signing of 4,400 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth approximately Rs 6,500 crore (around USD 680 million), while potential business worth around Rs 15,500 crore was estimated from business enquiries received during the event. The fourth edition of the trade show was held at the India Expo Centre
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CM Yogi visits Kushinagar, takes stock of flood-affected areas after river embankment breach
Digital Desk | Kushinagar (Uttar Pradesh), Sep 29 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the flood-affected regions in Kushinagar on Tuesday, after the Narayani River embankment breach led to flooding in many areas and forced many families to flee their homes. The Chief Minister inspected the relief operations, met the flood victims, distributed food packets and relief materials, and assured everyone that the government stands firmly with them during this time of crisis. He told them that the state administration will undertake all steps to provide all possible assistance and support to the affected families. The Narayani River's AP embankment, near Chain Patti and Jawahi Mali Ehtmali in the Tatwa Tola area, breached late Monday night due to a surge of water from Nepal, causing rapid flooding in adjacent villages. Following this, the Chief Minister ordered the officials to conduct a quick evacuation from the flood-hit Kushinagar. He also directed the Jal Shakti Minister and Principal Secretary of the Irrigation Department to undertake dredging and channelisation work on the Narayani River once the situation normalises. The Chief Minister has been monitoring the situation and issuing instructions to officials since Monday night and visited the region on Tuesday. He also conducted an aerial survey to assess the embankment and the areas affected by the breach, and visited the villages to meet the local residents. He visited villagers who had taken shelter on higher ground, distributing lunch packets and chocolates to children. While distributing relief materials, he noted that various regions across the state and the country have faced a crisis following four days of torrential rainfall. Notably, the Narayani River typically receives a flow of 3 to 4 lakh cusecs, but the volume suddenly spiked to 5.5 lakh cusecs on Monday. Consequently, the floodwaters entered several villages situated near the AP embankment.
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UP BJP to hold organisational meeting in Lucknow on October 1
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 29 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will hold an organisational meeting in Lucknow on October 1, 2026, with senior leaders of the party
UPs new handloom scheme offers 80% solar loom subsidy, market access
Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh on Tuesday lauded the fourth consecutive edition of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Fair, highlighting a massive footfall and an estimated Rs 20,000 crore in business-to-business (B2B) generation. Addressing the media at the closing ceremony of the UP International Trade Show 2026 held in Greater Noida from September 25 to 29, the Union Minister spoke on the state's economic trajectory, crediting Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
Imran Masood, Chandrashekhar Azad criticise UP govt after SC quashes NSA detention in Sambhal case
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Following the Supreme Courts decision to quash the preventive detention of Mulla Afroz under the National Security Act (NSA) in connection with the November 2024 Sambhal violence, Congress MP Imran Masood and Aazad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) president Chandrashekhar Azad on Tuesday criticised the Uttar Pradesh government. The Supreme Court held that the power of preventive detention had been illegally exercised and imposed costs of Rs 10 lakh on the Uttar Pradesh government. The court also set aside the Allahabad High Court order that had upheld the detention. Speaking to IANS, Masood said, It has not only been quashed. Please read the complete news. Along with quashing the NSA, a fine of Rs 10 lakh has also been imposed on the state government. Officials should understand that the agenda they are pursuing with their eyes closed will eventually lead to files reaching the Supreme Court and could send them behind bars. The Saharanpur mosque case will also come up in the same manner, he said. Masood further said, There are documents that are speaking for themselves. You cannot hide those documents. Demolishing mosques and persecuting people based on religion goes against the Indian Constitution. The same Constitution that gives you the authority to hold office also guarantees the protection of our rights. Aazad Samaj Party president and Nagina MP, Chandrashekhar Azad, said the Rs 10 lakh cost imposed by the Supreme Court was inadequate. A Rs 10 lakh fine is too little. The government and police send innocent people to jail on the government's orders, and when the judiciary imposes a fine on them, it is only Rs 10 lakh. In my view, the fine should have been Rs 10 crore, he said. Azad alleged that the NSA was being used to suppress opposition voices and silence cases, adding that he had himself been detained under the law. I am sitting before you today after the government detained me under the NSA despite me being innocent. I was kept in jail for 16 months, he said. The government wants to suppress voices of opposition and silence cases through the NSA. The people will not be suppressed either. When the people and the state stand up, they will remove this government from power, he added. The Supreme Courts ruling came on a petition filed by Mulla Afroz, who was arrested in connection with the Sambhal violence.
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Four killed, eight injured in two accidents on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in MP
Digital Desk | Ratlam, Sep 29 (IANS) At least four people were killed and eight others injured in two separate road accidents on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district on Tuesday, police said. The accidents occurred within a span of about two hours on the eight-lane expressway under the jurisdiction of Jaora Industrial police station, with both cars plunging into a 30-40 feet deep gorge after hitting the central median. The first accident took place around 4:30 a.m. when a car carrying a family from Punjab, travelling from Ambala in Haryana to Mumbai, hit the median railing. The vehicle broke through a portion of the railing and fell into the gorge, police said. Narendra Kaur (67) and her daughter-in-law Manpreet Kaur (32), both from Punjab, died in the accident. Three other occupants, including an elderly man and two children, were injured. Prima facie, it appears that the driver may have become drowsy while driving at high speed and lost control of the vehicle, causing it to hit the railing, Jaora Industrial police station in-charge Prakash Gadariya said. Police reached the spot after receiving information from other motorists and shifted the injured to a hospital in Jaora. They were later referred to Ratlam Medical College for further treatment. While police personnel were examining the site of the first accident, another car carrying a family from Dahod in Gujarat met with an accident around 6:30 a.m., police said. The second vehicle, bearing registration number GJ20 CB 4610, reportedly went airborne after hitting the central median and fell into the gorge. The railing at the spot had been damaged in the first accident. Ravi Hatila (35), who was driving the second car, and Ramesh Makwana (50), both from Dahod, were killed. Four to five other occupants of the vehicle were injured. The railing had been damaged in the first accident, and while our personnel were conducting an inspection at the spot, the second car hit the median and fell into the gorge, Gadariya said. The Gujarat family was returning to Dahod after travelling to Uttar Pradesh for medical treatment of a family member. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding both accidents, including the condition of the road infrastructure and the factors that led to the vehicles losing control.
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SC quashes Mulla Afrozs NSA detention in Sambhal violence case, imposes Rs 10 lakh costs on UP govt
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) The Supreme Court has quashed the preventive detention of UP cleric Mulla Afroz under the National Security Act (NSA) in connection with the 2024 Sambhal violence case, holding that a confessional statement made before a police officer cannot, by itself and without independent supporting material, form the basis for preventive detention. A Bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu set aside the Allahabad High Court judgment upholding Afrozs detention order, as well as the detention and confirmation orders, and directed that he be released forthwith unless his custody was required in any other case. The apex court also imposed costs of Rs 10 lakh on the Uttar Pradesh government, directing that the amount be paid to Afroz within one month from the date of the judgment. The case arose from violence during a survey of a mosque in Sambhal on November 24, 2024, in which four persons died. Although Afroz was not named in the FIR registered on the day of the incident, he was arrested around 54 days later, on January 17, 2025, in connection with other FIRs. During his custody, an extra-judicial confessional statement was recorded, and a .32 bore pistol was stated to have been recovered. Afroz was granted bail in one of the cases in September 2025, following which the Sambhal District Magistrate passed an NSA detention order on October 13, 2025. The state government subsequently confirmed the detention for a further period of 12 months. By June 2026, Afroz had secured bail in all the criminal cases arising from the incident. The Supreme Court identified two broad issues for consideration -- whether an order of preventive detention could be based on an extra-judicial confession and whether the procedural safeguards under the Constitution and the NSA had been complied with. It held that such a statement, particularly when the appellant had consistently alleged that it was obtained through threats and torture, could not constitute the basis for subjective satisfaction in the absence of independent supporting material. Therefore, we are of the considered opinion that a confessional statement made before a police officer cannot, by itself, and in the absence of any independent material lending support thereto, constitute a basis for forming the subjective satisfaction necessary to sustain an order of preventive detention, the Justice Datta-led Bench said. The apex court said a police confession is treated with suspicion under Section 23 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam and has to be tested against the constitutional protection against self-incrimination under Article 20(3). It observed that if a confession was considered too tainted to be received in evidence for proving guilt, its use as a substantive basis for preventive detention would require a deeper scrutiny. At the same time, the Supreme Court clarified that where a detention authority relies upon other material apart from a confessional statement, the validity of the detention has to be examined on the basis of such independent material. The bench further held that the existence of multiple criminal cases, by itself, could not justify preventive detention unless supported by cogent and reliable material. It observed that preventive detention involves curtailment of personal liberty not for what a person has already done, but for what is apprehended that the person may do in future. Preventive detention has always been regarded as an exceptional measure, the Supreme Court said, adding that it must be invoked with the utmost circumspection. The bench further held that material relied upon to justify preventive detention must establish the necessity of preventing future prejudicial conduct and should not merely reinforce allegations already forming the subject matter of an ongoing criminal prosecution. However, the apex court made it clear that it was expressing no opinion on the merits of the criminal cases against Afroz, which would proceed in accordance with law. The Supreme Court ultimately held that the Allahabad High Court judgment and the detention and confirmation orders could not be sustained in law and set them aside. Recording that the detention order was passed on October 13, 2025 and confirmed on November 28, 2025, for one year, it observed that Afroz had already suffered considerable loss of liberty despite securing bail in all the cases relating to the incident. In such circumstances, the process was made the punishment, it said, allowing the appeal and directing Afrozs release and payment of Rs 10 lakh in costs by the state government.
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Indian Railways approves new MEMU services linking Meerut City with Khurja, Saharanpur
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Indian Railways on Tuesday said that it has approved two MEMU services connecting Meerut City with Khurja and Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh. The new services will provide additional travel options for passengers and strengthen regional rail connectivity centred around Meerut City, according to an official statement. Train No. 64573/64574 KhurjaMeerut City MEMU and Train No. 64580/64579 SaharanpurMeerut City MEMU will have commercial stoppages at all en route stations, providing connectivity to passengers across the section, the statement from the Ministry of Railways said. The Khurja-Meerut City MEMU will depart from Khurja at 1:15 pm and arrive at destination at 5:20 pm, covering the journey in 4 hours 5 minutes. In the return journey, Meerut City-Khurja MEMU will depart from Meerut City at 11:25 am and reach the destination at 4 pm. The Saharanpur-Meerut City MEMU will depart from Saharanpur at 5:50 am and arrive at the destination at 8:10 am, completing the journey in 2 hours 20 minutes. In the opposite direction, the MEMU will depart from Meerut City at 5:45 pm and reach Saharanpur at 8:40 pm. Indian Railways earlier this month approved a new daily train service between Kanpur Central and Anand Vihar, providing an overnight rail connectivity option between Kanpur and Delhi. The service will facilitate convenient movement between Kanpur, Etawah, Aligarh, Ghaziabad and the Delhi region, supporting passenger mobility across this important rail corridor. The service will cover a distance of 428 km in both directions. The journey time will be 8 hour-10 minutes from Kanpur Central to Anand Vihar, and 8 hours in the return direction. Indian Railways also approved the construction of a four-lane Road Over Bridge (ROB) at Alkapuri in Vadodara Division of Western Railway at a total cost of Rs 166.5 crore, on a cost-sharing basis with the state government.
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BJP declares names of six candidates for Uttar Pradesh MLC elections
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 29 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday announced its list of 10 candidates for the upcoming Legislative Council elections 2026 for two states Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The elections are scheduled in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar for the Graduate and Teachers' constituencies on October 23. In Uttar Pradesh, a total of 11 seats, comprising Graduate and Teachers' constituencies, are set to go to the polls next month. BJP announced names of six candidates on Tuesday, covering the constituencies namely Varanasi, Jhansi, Meerut, Agra, and Gorakhpur regions. It has fielded nominees Kedar Nath Singh from Varanasi Graduate, Dinesh Goyal from Meerut Graduate, Ashok Kumar Rathore from Allahabad-Jhansi Graduate, Dr Pramod Mishra from Varanasi Teachers', Engineer Hari Kishore Tiwari from Agra Teachers', and Dhruv Tripathi from Gorakhpur-Faizabad Teachers' constituency. The MLC election in Uttar Pradesh is being held as a direct contest between the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the BJP, with both taking to electioneering. Akhilesh Yadav-led SP has announced names of all 11 of its candidates for the MLC elections. The SP chief, declaring the list while speaking to the media in Lucknow on Monday, sought support for his party's candidates. Notably, the notification for the Legislative Council (MLC) elections in Uttar Pradesh was issued on Tuesday. The deadline for filing nominations is October 6, and the scrutiny of nomination papers will take place on October 7. Candidates may withdraw their nominations until October 9; voting will take place on October 23. The results for Uttar Pradesh MLC elections will be announced on October 27. In Bihar, the MLC elections are slated for eight seatsfour Graduate constituencies and four Teachers' constituencies. They include Patna, Darbhanga, Tirhut and Kosi Graduates, and Patna, Darbhanga, Tirhut and Saran Teachers. While announcing UP MLC candidates on Tuesday, BJP also released the names of its candidates for four Bihar Legislative Council seats for the upcoming biennial elections.
VELLOE - An EVOCS Company Concludes Escape Velocity 1.0
PNN Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 29: Velloe, an EVOCS company powered by Evolution Cloud Services Inc., has concluded Escape Velocity 1.0
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Etah Police Ordered to Probe Children
Etah Police have been directed by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to examine allegations concerning the use of minor children in politically charged videos uploaded to Instagram by an account associated with a purported coaching centre in Uttar Pradeshs Etah district. The Commission has also issued notices to Meta India and the Ministry of [] The post Etah Police Ordered to Probe Childrens Political Videos appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Two killed as speeding SUV hits e-scooter in UP's Moradabad, driver flees
Digital Desk | Moradabad, Sep 29 (IANS) Two men were killed after a speeding SUV collided with their e-scooter, sending it flying, in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad on Tuesday, officials said. According to the preliminary information, a speeding SUV struck the e-scooter carrying the two friends, resulting in a fatal accident. The force of the collision was such that the e-scooter was hurled away, leaving both riders critically injured. They later succumbed to their injuries. Following the accident, police reached the spot and took the bodies into custody. The bodies were subsequently sent for post-mortem examinations as part of the investigation into the incident. The driver of the SUV allegedly fled from the spot after abandoning the vehicle. Police have taken the SUV into custody and brought it to the police station for further investigation. The vehicle is reportedly owned by Mohammad Naveed, a resident of the Civil Lines police station area. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident and are also working to establish the identity and whereabouts of the person who was driving the SUV at the time of the collision. The deceased have been identified as Mohammad Rihan and Abuzar, both residents of Salempur village under the Kanth police station area of Moradabad. News of the deaths left the families of the two young men devastated. Relatives and other family members were inconsolable following the fatal accident, while the families have demanded strict action against the person responsible for the crash. According to Rihan's family, he had been working in Dubai and was scheduled to return there, with his flight booked for October 1. The family said that he was the sole earning member of the household and that his father has been unwell. A family member expressed anguish over the circumstances of the accident and demanded action against the SUV driver. The SUV rider may be a wealthy man, but what about them? The light of our home is gone, the family member said. The incident has once again raised concerns over road accidents involving speeding SUVs in Moradabad. Locals pointed out that this was not the first such incident in the district in recent days. Just three days ago, an SUV allegedly hit an e-rickshaw that was parked on the roadside in the Kundarki police station area. The earlier incident also resulted in a fatality, adding to concerns over road safety and reckless driving in the area. Meanwhile, in a road accident reported from Chandigarh earlier on Tuesday, an SUV being driven by a woman collided with a motorcycle near the bridge close to Dhanas Lake, leaving two people injured. The two injured persons, who were travelling on the motorcycle when the collision took place, were subsequently taken to a hospital for treatment. Their condition was not immediately known. Police took both the SUV and the motorcycle into custody as part of the investigation. Police in both incidents are examining the circumstances surrounding the respective collisions.
CM Adityanath says 'Ramdrohi' will create confusion over Sanatan glory, calls for unity
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed a gathering at Gorakhnath temple on Ram temple construction. He emphasized the significance of unity among followers of Sanatan Dharma traditions and sects. Adityanath recalled the involvement of Mahant Digvijay Nath in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and the strategy behind Ram Lalla's installation. He warned against those creating confusion regarding the glory of Lord Ram and Sanatan Dharma.
Yogi Government's Digital Push: All 251 UP Mandis Now Linked to National Agmarknet 2.0 Network
All 251 agricultural mandis in Uttar Pradesh are now linked to Agmarknet 2.0, enabling 100% market reporting and wider access to price and arrival data.
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BJP Announces Candidates for Bihar and Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council Elections
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Gadkari: Rs 61,500 cr highway to link Siliguri, Guwahati, Shillong; UP-North East
The project is estimated to cost Rs 61,500 crore. The road transport ministry has also initiated an expressway connectivity project between Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh and Siliguri. Once these projects are complete, a high-speed highway connectivity will be established between Uttar Pradesh and the North East.
The BJP on Tuesday announced 10 candidates for the 2026 Legislative Council elections in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, covering graduate and teacher constituencies. The major nominees include Naval Kishore Yadav and Dr NK Yadav for Bihar, along with Kedar Nath Singh and Hari Kishore Tiwari among six key candidates selected for Uttar Pradesh.
From The Soil Of UP: Ex-IAS Divya Mittal Enters Politics Ahead Of 2027 Uttar Pradesh Elections
Former IAS officer Divya Mittal has announced her decision to enter politics independently, calling Uttar Pradesh her karmabhoomi and the starting point of her political journey. Citing her administrative experience, Mittal said several public issues remain unresolved despite government approvals, funds and provisions. She highlighted concerns including rural infrastructure, unsafe roads, examination paper leaks and employment challenges linked to artificial intelligence. Mittal said she wants to promote a politics focused on intent, justice, public welfare and long-term thinking. Rejecting speculation about joining an existing political party, she said she would work directly with citizens and build an independent platform. She also urged teachers, farmers, students, doctors, workers and lawyers to participate in her political initiative.
'It Feels Like We Are Playing At Home,' Says Deepti On Special UP Warriorz Bond
UP Warriorz: UP Warriorz all-rounder Deepti Sharma has underlined the unique bond she shares with the franchise, saying her roots in Uttar Pradesh and the support from the local crowd give her added motivation to perform in the Womens Premier League (WPL). With the five franchises having finalised their retention lists ahead of the 2027 player auction in Kochi on October 28, Deepti reflected on what playing for a team representing her home state means to her. As a player, I always think about how I can stay level-headed, and that mindset pushes me to keep improving. It feels like a great opportunity for me because I belong to UP, from Agra and playing for the UP Warriorz makes that connection special. It gives me extra motivation to perform. When the WPL family comes to watch, it becomes even more enjoyable. The crowd supports us, and it feels like we are playing at home. That kind of backing gives you confidence on the field. I want to contribute as much as I can for this team and make the fans proud, Deepti told JioStar. Deepti has also embraced the responsibility of finishing innings for Warriorz, a role that requires her to assess the situation quickly and remain composed when the pressure is at its highest. The finishers are the ones who close out the game at the end and, I have been given that role with the bat for the UP Warriorz in whatever matches I have played, right from the start. So, I always think that whatever position I bat at or however many balls I face, I must finish the job. And whatever total is on the board, that stays in my mind. I know how many balls are left and I must get the team to that total. If I stay calm and back my skills, I know I can get the job done. When we think like this during the innings, we learn a lot from that experience. Every match teaches you something new about handling pressure and finishing games, she added. Deeptis comments come as Warriorz prepare to reshape their squad after two successive seasons at the bottom of the WPL standings. The franchise has released several prominent overseas and domestic players, including Deandra Dottin, Chloe Tryon, Amy Jones, Asha Sobhana, Shweta Sehrawat and Kiran Navgire. The overhaul leaves Warriorz with an opportunity to rebuild their squad at the auction, where all five teams will seek to fill the vacant slots on October 28. Each franchise can have a maximum of 18 players. Deeptis comments come as Warriorz prepare to reshape their squad after two successive seasons at the bottom of the WPL standings. The franchise has released several prominent overseas and domestic players, including Deandra Dottin, Chloe Tryon, Amy Jones, Asha Sobhana, Shweta Sehrawat and Kiran Navgire. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Vrindavan: Death of Premanand Maharaj's Disciple Shrouded in Mystery, Police Probe On
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Ex-IAS officer Divya Mittal enters UP politics
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Detention under NSA can't be based on confession statement of accused: SC
The Supreme Court ruled that a confession cannot be used for detention under the National Security Act. This decision quashed the preventive detention of Mulla Afroz by the Uttar Pradesh Police. The court imposed a cost of Rs 10 lakh on the government for the illegal detention order. The National Security Act allows for preventive detention without a legal obligation to present the detainee before a court.
Former IAS Divya Mittal announces entry into politics from UP
Former IAS officer Divya Mittal on Tuesday announced her entry into politics independently, saying she would begin her political journey from Uttar Pradesh and strive to become the voice of people whose grievances often fail to reach government offices. In a video statement on X, Mittal, who resigned from the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) after 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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In Indian politics, Uttar Pradesh assembly elections are often described as a semifinal ahead of Lok Sabha polls. Reason: Uttar Pradesh sends 80 MPs to the Lok Sabha and 31 to the Rajya Sabha and has the largest legislative assembly in India, with 403 members. The stakes, therefore, remain high for both the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Samajwadi Party-Congress combine.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath holds 'Janta Darshan' at Gorakhnath temple in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday held a 'Janta Darshan' at the Gorakhnath temple in Gorakhpur to hear public grievances. He reviewed applications while personally taking note of the concerns. During the session, he interacted directly with local citizens to address their issues and ensure the prompt resolution of public concerns. The Chief Minister also performed the cow service by feeding them at a shelter in Gorakhpur. CM Yogi earlier held the Janta Darshan last Thursday. People carried their written grievances, which were reviewed by the Chief Minister on the spot. The 'Janta Darshan' is a recurring programme of the Chief Minister's public engagement, allowing citizens to bring their problems and concerns directly before him. The Chief Minister directed the concerned officials to address the people's grievances, giving a copy of the complaint to the officials present at the Janta Darshan. Meanwhile, CM Yogi ordered the immediate evacuation of residents to safe...
Wanted murder accused carrying Rs 25,000 reward injured in police encounter in Lucknow
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 29 (IANS) The Krishna Nagar police of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and surveillance team arrested a 22-year-old wanted accused carrying a reward of Rs 25,000 in connection with the murder of a woman following a police encounter, officials said on Tuesday. During the encounter, the accused, identified as Bhola Rajput, sustained a bullet injury to his right leg and was subsequently admitted to Lok Bandhu Hospital for treatment. Police recovered an illegal .315-bore country-made pistol, one live cartridge, one empty cartridge and the scooter allegedly used in the crime. The accused was wanted in a case registered under Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). DCP Md Mustaque said that an intensive checking drive had been ordered, and police teams were deployed accordingly in the Krishna Nagar police station area. Tonight, an order was issued for an intensive checking drive. In line with that order, under the Krishna Nagar police station area, our police team stopped a few suspects. Among them, one accused fired at the police. In self-defence, the police team retaliated, during which one accused sustained a gunshot wound. He was immediately taken to the hospital for medical treatment, the DCP said. He added that preliminary inquiry established the identity of the accused as Bhola and that he was wanted in connection with the murder of a woman. In the initial inquiry, we got to know that his name is Bhola. He was wanted in connection with the murder of a woman and was carrying a reward of Rs 25,000. We have also recovered a pistol from him, Mustaque said. Meanwhile, in a separate incident on September 23, a man who shot his wife and two priests and held three children hostage in Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh was killed in a police encounter. During the standoff, the accused, identified as Arvind, also shot one of his children, a son. Both Arvind and his son were taken to a hospital, where they later died of their injuries, police said. According to Naveen Arora, Additional Director General of Police (ADG), Varanasi Zone, police initially exercised restraint as Arvind refused to come out of the house and insisted that they wait until morning. The situation escalated after Arvind opened fire from inside the premises, forcing the police team to enter the house as a last resort.
Former IAS officer Divya Mittal announces political entry, rules out joining any party
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Former Uttar Pradesh-cadre IAS officer Divya Mittal on Tuesday announced her entry into politics, days after resigning from the administrative service. She said her political journey would begin in Uttar Pradesh and that she would work with the people rather than aligning herself with any political party. Calling herself the 'voice of the people', Mittal said her political journey would focus on accountability, justice and addressing issues faced by ordinary citizens. In a video message, she said, Hello, I am Divya Mittal. Just a few days ago, I resigned from the IAS, and left many questions in your mind. I did not answer for a few days because the work was huge and I was gathering courage, but today I have come to answer those questions. What next? With whom and from where? The first question is what next? Politics. People told me that you have become everything; what else do you want to become? I want to become a voice, the voice of those people whose voice does not reach any office and, even if it reaches, is not heard. I want an account of the 80 years of my country's independence, she said. Recalling her experience while inspecting the water supply system in Lahuria Dah, Mittal said a woman from the village had approached her seeking a school beyond Class 5. She said she initially expected the woman to seek assistance related to a pension or a house. Mittal said she examined the rules, approved the school, and despite three years having passed, construction had not begun. There was just no will. If there had been will, even the mountain would have given way, but if there had been no will, a single file became a mountain, she said, adding that she wanted accountability for such delays. Recalling another incident from her tenure as Special Secretary, Mittal said a landless man approached her with documents claiming he had been allotted government land but had not received possession. She said an inquiry found the report submitted in the matter to be incorrect. After she intervened, the report was withdrawn, and the person responsible was prosecuted, she said. However, the issue of possession remained unresolved. Mittal also highlighted the lack of roads and bridges in villages, poor road conditions and the difficulties faced by children and families during the monsoon. She questioned whether repeated accidents caused by such infrastructure deficiencies should continue to be treated merely as accidents. She also spoke about the future of young people, including concerns over examination paper leaks, prolonged recruitment processes and the impact of artificial intelligence on employment. As a mother of two daughters, she said she was concerned about the future children would face. Today, there is everything in our politics, there is power, there is noise, but there is no thinking. I want an account of that lack of thinking, she said. We will have to change the politics. I will do politics, but not with anyone or any party. But with you all, Mittal said, adding that she would fight from Uttar Pradesh. Mittal, a 2013-batch IAS officer, resigned from the service after nearly 13 years. Her resignation was accepted in September. She served as District Magistrate in districts including Mirzapur and Deoria and was known for her work on providing piped water to remote villages in Mirzapur. Her announcement comes after weeks of speculation about her future following her resignation. She had earlier said she would reveal her next step on September 29.
