Bawariya Gang Member Arrested After 11-Year Manhunt
Kanpur police arrested a Bawariya gang member after an 11-year manhunt for murder and dacoity. A pistol and cartridges were recovered, with rewards totaling Rs 75,000.
Category : Politics
Kanpur Records 2.2 Lakh Voter Applications in Electoral Revision
Kanpur district received 2,20,651 Form-6 applications during the Special Intensive Revision period from Oct 2025 to Feb 2026, with Maharajpur leading at 17,541 applications. DM Jitendra Pratap Singh emphasized youth enrollment and digital accessibility.
Noida Court Acquits Two in 31-Year-Old Robbery Case
Two men accused in a 1995 robbery case in Noida were acquitted after the prosecution failed to produce evidence or witness statements over three decades.
Three Youth Killed in Car Crash into Canal in Narmadapuram
Three young men died after their speeding car lost control, smashed through a bridge railing, and plunged into a canal on the Itarsi-Pathrota road. A rescue operation by SDRF retrieved their bodies after hours.
Yogi Govt's Disaster Relief System Delivers Aid in Kanpur
The Yogi Adityanath government's disaster relief system has provided Rs 73.65 lakh directly to families in Kanpur Nagar for snake bite deaths and livestock losses over three years, boosting economic support and trust among farmers.
Frontier Gandhi's Lucknow Meeting with Mahatma Gandhi
Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan, known as Frontier Gandhi, first met Mahatma Gandhi in Lucknow in 1929, forging a partnership that defined non-violent resistance in India's freedom struggle and beyond.
Top Maoist Leader Prabhakar Killed in Abujmarh Operation
In a major counter-insurgency success, security forces eliminated hardened PLGA leader Prabhakar and six other Maoist cadres in a 72-hour operation in Abujmarh forests. A C-60 commando also made the supreme sacrifice during the intense combat.
Kanpur Infant Dies; Father Suspected of Drowning in Tub
A one-year-old girl died in Kanpur after her father allegedly tried to drown her in cold water, suspecting his wife of infidelity. Police are investigating the case.
BJP's Neeta Thakre Elected Nagpur Mayor, Ending Unelected Phase
BJP's Neeta Thakre and Leela Hathibed elected as Nagpur's mayor and deputy mayor, marking return of elected governance after longest unelected phase in civic history.
Bombay HC Hears Petitions Against IT Rules and Sahyog Portal
Senior advocate Haresh Jagtiani and comedian Kunal Kamra challenge IT Rule 3(1)(d) and Sahyog Portal in Bombay High Court, alleging violations of free speech and constitutional safeguards.
Gujarat HC Quashes VMC Engineer Appointment as Illegal
The Gujarat High Court has overturned the 2018 appointment of an Executive Engineer by Vadodara Municipal Corporation, calling it arbitrary and unconstitutional. The court ordered the appointment of the merit list topper and asked VMC to consider accommod
Trump's Iran Deal Demands Zero Uranium Enrichment
President Donald Trump insists on zero uranium enrichment for Iran in any new nuclear deal, a stance that could define the latest US-Tehran crisis, according to reports.
Trump Stands Firm on Obama Video, No Apology Despite GOP Fury
President Donald Trump refuses to apologize for a widely condemned social media video depicting the Obamas as primates, dismissing backlash and insisting he has no regrets.
Vadodara School Murder: Juvenile Gets Life Term as Adult
A special children's court in Vadodara has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for a 2018 school stabbing. The accused, then 16, was tried as an adult for murdering a junior student.
PM Modi Visits Malaysia for Bilateral Talks, Defence Collaboration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed for a two-day visit to Malaysia, focusing on defence collaboration and diaspora engagement. This marks his third visit and the first since bilateral ties were elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Major Fire at Lucknow Hotel Construction Site
A significant fire erupted in the basement of an under-construction hotel near Vibhuti Khand police station in Gomtinagar, Lucknow. Nine fire tenders and a water bowser battled the blaze for 2.5 hours, with no casualties reported.
Lucknow Earthquake: 3.7 Magnitude Tremors Felt, No Casualties
A 3.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Lucknow on Friday morning, causing mild tremors in several areas. The India Meteorological Department confirmed no casualties or property damage were reported.
Family Faces FIR for Pension Fraud with Fake Death Certificates
Kaiserbagh police have registered an FIR against five family members for allegedly forging death certificates of a retired LU employee and fraudulently withdrawing his pension for nearly seven years after his death.
Mayawati Seeks Ban on OTT Film Over Brahmin Portrayal
BSP chief Mayawati condemns the OTT film 'Ghooskhor Pandat' for allegedly humiliating Brahmins, demands a central ban and FIR against its creators, aligning with her strategy to woo upper castes ahead of UP's 2027 elections.
Lucknow Mayor Reprimands Officials Over Delayed Municipal HQ
Mayor Sushma Kharakwal conducted a surprise inspection of the under-construction Lucknow Municipal Corporation headquarters, reprimanding officials for negligence and demanding immediate removal of obstacles like a petrol pump to expedite the project.
Court Convicts Three in Hampi Tourist Rape-Murder Case
The Gangavathi sessions court convicted three men for the brutal 2023 attack near Hampi that left one dead and two women raped. Sentencing is set for February 16.
Kanpur Car Crash: 3 Dead After Vehicle Falls into Canal
A tragic car accident in Kanpur Dehat claimed three lives, including two brothers, after their vehicle lost control and fell into the Ramganga canal. One person was injured in the incident.
BJP Councillor's Wife Murdered, Stepson Held in Mandsaur
Rubina, wife of BJP councillor Shahid Mev, was stabbed to death in Mandsaur. Police arrested her stepson Sahil and an accomplice, citing family tensions over the marriage as the motive.
Odisha to Convert Vacant Govt Buildings into Affordable Rental Housing
The Odisha government has begun identifying vacant state-owned buildings in urban areas for conversion into affordable rental housing under PMAY-U 2.0, targeting urban migrants and workers.
Pappu Yadav Arrested in 1995 Case, Moved to PMCH for Treatment
Independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, known as Pappu Yadav, was arrested by Patna Police in a 1995 forgery case and transferred from IGIMS to PMCH for medical care, with legal proceedings ongoing.
Maoist Couple Among 19 Surrender in Odisha, Police Hail Turning Point
Niranjan Rout and Rashmita Lenka, senior Maoist leaders with bounties of Rs 55.10 lakh each, surrendered with 17 others. Odisha Police call it a critical step toward a Naxal-free India by March 31 deadline.
Delhi's Facelift for AI Summit: NDMC Beautifies 41 Roads
New Delhi undergoes a major beautification drive as NDMC prepares for the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, focusing on 41 roads including Central Vista and Connaught Place.
Shinde's Campaign to Strengthen Shiv Sena's Rural Base in Maharashtra
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde intensifies campaigning for local body polls, aiming to establish Shiv Sena's presence in rural areas and reshape the party's structural identity ahead of 2029 elections.
Bengal Sadhus, Monks Join SIR Hearing Queues for Electoral Roll Updates
In West Bengal, sadhus and monks from organizations like ISKCON and Bharat Sevashram Sangha are participating in Election Commission's SIR hearings to resolve document discrepancies, ensuring their voter eligibility for international travel and civic part
BRS Accuses Congress of Rs 60,000 Debt to Women in Telangana
Senior BRS leader T Harish Rao claims Congress government owes Rs 60,000 to every woman for unfulfilled Maha Laxmi scheme, criticizes municipal tax policies and agricultural support failures during election campaigning.
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