Uttar Pradesh

Exclusion of daughters from compassionate benefits based on marital status 'unconstitutional': Supreme Court

The court held that marital status has no connection with factors such as dependency, financial need, residence, or ability to run the dealership. It rejected the assumption that a daughter ceases to be part of her parental family after marriage, calling it a gender stereotype that violates Articles 14 and 15(1) of the Constitution.

3 days ago

Trump's daughter Tiffany arrives in Agra with husband in private visit to India

US President Donald Trump's daughter, Tiffany Trump, arrived in Agra as part of her private visit to India. She is scheduled to visit the Taj Mahal, where she is expected to spend around 90 minutes exploring the iconic monument. Following her Agra visit, she is likely to travel to Jaisalmer.

6 days ago

Bakra Eid: Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomes 'cow slaughter-free' Eid; Yogi Adityanath bans public animal sacrifice

Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed appeals by Eidgah committees and members of the Muslim community in Assam to avoid cow slaughter during Bakrid,Yogi Adityanath bans animal sacrifice in public places and directed that namaz should not be offered on roads.

9 days ago

Adani Ports to acquire Jaypee Fertilizers for Rs 1,500 crore under JAL resolution

Adani Power will acquire a 24 per cent stake in Jaiprakash Power Ventures along with the 180 MW Churk thermal power plant in Uttar Pradesh.

15 days ago

PM Modi inaugurates Noida International Airport in Jewar, boosting NCR's aviation infra

The airport is set to serve as a key international gateway for the Delhi-NCR region, complementing Indira Gandhi International Airport and helping reduce congestion while enhancing passenger capacity and global connectivity. Initially, it will handle 12 million passengers annually, with expansion potential up to 70 million.

Mar 28, 2026

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.

Feb 23, 2026

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.

Feb 20, 2026

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.

Feb 20, 2026

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.

Feb 10, 2026

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.

Feb 7, 2026

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.

Feb 6, 2026

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

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