Uttar Pradesh

UP court orders FIR against Swami Avimukteshwaranand over complaint of child sexual assault

Ready to face arrest, will cooperate fully: Avimukteshwaranand on POCSO case

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati said he is ready to face arrest and will fully cooperate with the investigation into the POCSO case. He argued that custodial arrest is unnecessary at this stage, as preserving evidence or preventing absconding is no longer relevant.

3 days ago

Row over loudspeaker use during Ramzan: SP alleges bias, BJP cites SC guidelines

A row in Uttar Pradesh erupted after SP MLA Kamal Akhtar sought loudspeaker use for Iftar and Sehri. SP leaders alleged bias, while BJP and state ministers urged compliance with Supreme Court guidelines on religious announcements.

6 days ago

Stones thrown at Vande Bharat Express in UP; Mohan Bhagwat on board, window cracked

The stone-pelting took place at approximately 3:20 PM when the train was headed towards Delhi. According to railway sources, at least one stone struck the window of coach C4, resulting in a visible crack in the glass.

6 days ago

Mustafabad to be renamed Kabirdham: CM Yogi

Babri mosque will not be rebuilt till eternity: CM Yogi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath declared that the Babri mosque will "never be rebuilt till eternity," reinforcing his administration's commitment to the Ram Mandir project.

16 days ago

Six killed as truck mows down passengers on Yamuna Expressway in Mathura

The incident occurred at around 2.45 a.m. near Milestone 88 under the jurisdiction of the Surir Police Station. According to preliminary reports, the victims were travelling from Delhi to Kanpur in a bus when the accident took place.

19 days ago

'Not about caste': Netflix deletes Ghooskhor Pandat promo after FIR on Yogi govt's direction; Manoj Bajpayee, Neeraj Pandey issue statements

Manoj Bajpayee reacts after Netflix deletes Ghooskhor Pandat promo post FIR on Yogi govt's direction

Ghooskhor Pandat, starring Manoj Bajpayee, sparked controversy over its title, leading to an FIR against director Neeraj Pandey and the makers for allegedly hurting religious or caste sentiments.

20 days ago

Over 60 escape as bus catches fire on Yamuna Expressway in Mathura

The driver fled the spot, no casualties were reported, and passengers were sent to their destinations through alternate arrangements. The incident follows a deadly multi-vehicle fire accident on the expressway last month that killed 19 people.

Jan 23, 2026

IAF microlight aircraft makes emergency landing in Prayagraj pond, pilots safe

An Indian Air Force microlight aircraft made an emergency landing after crashing into a pond behind KP Ground in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred around 12:15 pm, but both pilots escaped unhurt and were swiftly rescued by local residents.

Jan 21, 2026

Saints assaulted, stopped from taking bath at Sangam: Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand's claims ignite row

Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand alleged that he and his followers were stopped by the state administration from reaching the Sangam during the Prayagraj Magh Mela on Mauni Amavasya, claiming police blocked their path, roughed up his disciples and forced them to return without taking the holy dip

Jan 18, 2026

Karnataka: Third accused held for passing sensitive Indian Navy information to Pakistan

Police investigations have revealed that Hitendra had allegedly provided SIM cards to the other two accused in the case in exchange for money. The two accused arrested earlier have been remanded to judicial custody. Police are questioning Hitendra in view of the seriousness and sensitivity of the matter.

Dec 22, 2025

Delhi blast: 8 killed, dozen injured in car explosion near Red Fort; high alert in Maha, UP

According to the Delhi Fire Department, some blast-like sounds were heard, after which they received the information.

Nov 10, 2025

Calm returns amid heavy security in Bareilly after protest over 'I Love Muhammad' slogans

Bareilly returns to normal after unrest over 'I Love Muhammad' chants

Tensions mounted when protesters reportedly began pelting stones at police. In response, law enforcement officials carried out a lathi charge to disperse the crowd and restore order. According to reports, over 1,000 demonstrators congregated near Islamia Ground, damaging vehicles and attacking police lines.

Sep 27, 2025

K'taka: Woman levels serious sexual assault charges against ex-UP MLA 'Guddu Pandit'

A 40-year-old woman has alleged that she was sexually assaulted by former SP MLA Sribhagawan Sharma, aka Guddu Pandit, in Bengaluru, police said on Monday.

Aug 18, 2025

Empowering Through Education: How Jagadguru Kripalu Ji Maharaj's Charitable Schools are Transforming Rural India

As the students, dressed in school uniforms, cycle down dusty paths, carrying dreams as vast as the sky, they embody the change that education can bring when driven by compassion.

Jul 14, 2025

PM Modi to lay foundation stone for Varanasi-Gaya-Ranchi-Kolkata expressway's second phase today

In a landmark move to boost infrastructure and connectivity in eastern India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for the second phase of the Varanasi-Gaya-Ranchi-Kolkata Expressway (NH-319B) on Thursday, during his visit to Bihar.

May 29, 2025

PM Modi's 2-day packed schedule for four states, many projects to be launched

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a packed schedule ahead as he embarks on a two-day tour of four states, starting from Sikkim on Thursday. PM Modi will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate a slew of projects in Bihar, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh, aggregating close to Rs 70,000 crore.

May 28, 2025

CM Yogi Adityanath says 'no need to worry' about Covid-19 outbreak in UP

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed health officials to remain alert about the spread of Covid-19 in the state but also said there was nothing to worry as far as Uttar Pradesh was concerned.

May 22, 2025

Rajnath Singh inaugurates BrahMos missile unit, says 'this will make UP a hub of defence manufacturing'

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday virtually inaugurated the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile production unit at Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor in Lucknow, calling the advanced missile a symbol of India's growing defence prowess and technological strength.

May 11, 2025

Thank you, PM Modi: Family of Pahalgam terror victim Shubham Dwivedi hails Operation Sindoor

In the aftermath of the Indian Army's precise counter-terror strike, Operation Sindoor, the family of Shubham Dwivedi, one of the 26 civilians killed in the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack, has expressed deep gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the armed forces for fulfilling the promise of justice.

May 7, 2025

UP govt's business scheme for youth gains momentum with record applications

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is consistently taking crucial steps to transform the state into a $1 trillion economy. As part of this vision, CM Yogi has launched several initiatives to empower the youth by promoting self-employment and entrepreneurship.

May 1, 2025

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