Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Uttarakhand Police Seize and Destroy 150 Boxes of Chinese ‘Manjha’; 11 FIRs Lodged

In a decisive crackdown on the sale of the banned Chinese ‘manjha,’ the Uttarakhand police have registered 11 FIRs against shopkeepers found selling the hazardous kite string. This comes in the wake of a tragic incident on January 1, where a biker in Haridwar lost his life after the synthetic thread entangled around his neck while returning home from work.

Rescue Efforts Hindered as Water Levels Rise Again in Flooded Assam Coal Mine

Efforts to rescue five miners still trapped in a flooded coal mine in Assam's Dima Hasao district have faced setbacks, as water levels in the quarry rose again despite ongoing dewatering operations. The mine, located in the 3 Kilo area, flooded on January 6, trapping at least nine miners.

Denied Bail, Former IAS Trainee Puja Khedkar Moves Supreme Court

Former IAS trainee Puja Khedkar, accused of forgery and cheating to clear the civil services examination, has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Delhi High Court’s decision to deny her anticipatory bail. The High Court had earlier labeled the allegations against her as a "classic example of fraud" that undermines not only the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) but also the nation.

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“Four Robbers Captured in Mathura After Separate Encounters for Pilgrim Robberies”

In a series of swift police operations, four robbers were arrested in separate encounters in the Vrindavan area of Mathura, where they had been targeting pilgrims, snatching cash and expensive mobile phones before fleeing on unregistered motorcycles.

“Dozens Trapped After Part of Kannauj Railway Station Collapses in Uttar Pradesh”

A devastating incident occurred at Kannauj railway station in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, when an under-construction two-storey building collapsed, trapping dozens of workers beneath the debris. The building, part of a station beautification project, was being constructed when the roof's shuttering gave way, causing the structure to crumble.

Samajwadi Party MP Zia Ur Rehman Barq Facing Allegations of Electricity Theft in Sambhal

Sambhal MP Zia Ur Rehman Barq from the Samajwadi Party has been charged with alleged electricity theft by the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Department. The complaint, filed through an FIR, follows an inspection of Barq's residence, where officials discovered discrepancies between his sanctioned electricity connection and actual power usage.

“UP: Disha Patani’s Father, Former Police Officer, Scammed of ₹25 Lakh; FIR Registered”

Bollywood actor Disha Patani's father, Jagdish Singh Patani, a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), was allegedly defrauded of ₹25 lakh by a group of conmen who promised him a high-ranking position in a government commission. The fraud unfolded in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, where Patani lodged a formal complaint with the local police, leading to the registration of an FIR on Friday.

50-Year-Old UP Man Kidnapped After Blind Date, Ransom of ₹3 Lakh Demanded

A 50-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh was recently rescued after being kidnapped and held hostage for ransom in a bizarre honeytrap operation. Lallu Chaubey, a resident of Lalitpur, was kidnapped on Thursday in Jhansi by a woman and two accomplices who had lured him under the pretext of a blind date. The kidnappers demanded ₹3 lakh for his release, of which ₹1 lakh had already been paid.

UP Panel Suggests Banning Male Tailors from Taking Women’s Measurements as Part of New Safety Proposals

The Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission has proposed several new safety measures aimed at enhancing the protection of women in public and commercial spaces. Among the key recommendations discussed at a meeting on October 28 in Lucknow, the commission has suggested banning male tailors from taking women’s measurements and restricting male trainers from conducting gym and yoga sessions for women. These proposals are part of a broader initiative to ensure safer environments for women across the state.

Sabotage Suspected as Train Hits Wood on Tracks in Uttar Pradesh

A passenger train struck a hefty piece of wood on the tracks late Thursday night, raising suspicions of sabotage in Uttar Pradesh. This incident follows a series of recent railway security breaches, including the discovery of an empty gas cylinder on the tracks and detonators intended to blow up a train carrying army personnel.

Tensions Rise in Bahraich After Youth Killed During Durga Procession, Shops Set Ablaze

Tensions ran high in Bahraich following the violent death of 22-year-old Ram Gopal Mishra during a Durga idol immersion procession. The situation spiraled into chaos as protests erupted, resulting in shops being set ablaze and internet services suspended in the district.

“Uttar Pradesh Mother Pays ₹50,000 for Daughter’s Assassination, But is Murdered Instead”

In a shocking turn of events in Uttar Pradesh, a 35-year-old woman named Alka was murdered after she hired a hitman to kill her own daughter, revealing a deeply twisted family saga. Alka, reportedly "fed up" with her 17-year-old daughter's behavior, approached 38-year-old Subhash Singh, offering him ₹50,000 to carry out the act.

“Supreme Court Halts Allahabad HC Order for New Selection List of 69,000 UP Assistant Teachers”

The Supreme Court on Monday issued a stay on the Allahabad High Court's directive requiring the Uttar Pradesh government to prepare a new selection list for the appointment of 69,000 assistant teachers. The Supreme Court's decision also halts the high court's previous order that invalidated the existing selection lists issued in June 2020 and January 2022, which included 6,800 candidates.

Uttar Pradesh Woman Allegedly Molested in Ambulance; Husband Left Without Oxygen and Abandoned

In a harrowing incident in Uttar Pradesh, a woman was allegedly molested by ambulance workers while accompanying her ailing husband to a hospital. After the assault, the workers reportedly removed her husband's oxygen support and threw both of them out of the vehicle.

Ayodhya Man Issues Triple Talaq to Wife Following Her Praise for PM Modi and CM Yogi

In a disturbing incident from Ayodhya, an individual identified as Arshad has been booked by the Uttar Pradesh Police for allegedly pronouncing 'triple talaq' to his wife, Maryam, following her praise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The case highlights not only the contentious practice of triple talaq but also accusations of domestic abuse.

10 Dead in UP’s Bulandshahr After Bus and Pickup Truck Crash

In a devastating accident this morning on the Badaun-Meerut State Highway in Salempur, Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, at least 10 people have been confirmed dead and 37 others injured following a collision between a private bus and a pickup truck. The crash occurred when the pickup truck, traveling from Ghaziabad to Sambhal, collided with the bus, causing severe damage.

“Uttar Pradesh Sub-Inspector Suspended for Asking ‘5 Kg Potatoes’ as Bribe”

A sub-inspector in Uttar Pradesh's Kannauj district has been suspended for demanding "potatoes" as a bribe. The unusual request came to light after an audio recording, in which the officer, Ram Kripal Singh, allegedly solicits a bribe to settle a case, went viral on social media.

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