A 33-year-old Dalit man was allegedly beaten to death in Uttar Pradesh's Lalitpur district after refusing to massage the feet of three men during a liquor party. The accused then dumped his body on the road to stage it as an accident. All three accused have been arrested.
An analysis of National Crime Records Bureau data from 2022-2024 shows Uttar Pradesh outperforming national trends in murder, attempt to murder, rape, kidnapping, and rioting. While rioting and kidnapping saw sharp declines, rape numbers present a layered story. Despite improvements, caveats regarding data registration and classification persist, and the perception of safety remains a key political battleground.
An analysis of NCRB data from 2022-2024 shows Uttar Pradesh outperforming national trends in murder, attempt to murder, rape, kidnapping, and rioting. Despite caveats on data recording, UP's crime rates and share of national cases remain below population share.
Uttar Pradesh government forms a three-member SIT to investigate alleged embezzlement of donations at Ayodhya's Ram Temple, following a request from the temple trust and allegations by a former SP MLA. The SIT will submit a preliminary report in seven days.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath condemned derogatory social media comments against Akhilesh Yadav's daughter, stating such remarks are unacceptable and directed police to take action. He urged Yadav to ensure his party workers also exercise restraint in their language.
UP RERA has capped the flat transfer fee for legal heirs of unregistered properties at Rs. 1,000. For non-family members, the fee is capped at Rs. 25,000. This aims to curb exorbitant charges by developers and simplify the inheritance transfer process.
An urgent weather alert warns of severe thunderstorms across several Uttar Pradesh districts, including Agra and Meerut, with winds up to 100 kmph, frequent lightning, and hailstorms expected within the next three hours. Residents are advised to stay indoors.
Four UP Police recruitment aspirants missed their exam after a Google Maps navigation error allegedly directed them 59km away from their New Delhi center to agricultural fields in Shamli district. The incident highlights reliance on digital maps for exams.
Delhi experienced a pleasant weather change on Thursday, offering relief from heat. The IMD forecasts a wet spell across northwest India until June 13, with thunderstorms, gusty winds, and hailstorms expected on June 11-12.
Indian authorities rescued 453 Nepalese youths from a cross-border job scam in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar district. Victims were lured with promises of lucrative jobs abroad, sold assets, and subjected to financial exploitation and confinement.
The Allahabad High Court observed that Uttar Pradesh police officers prioritize loyalty to the ruling party over the Constitution, leading to compromised constitutional governance and selective law enforcement.
Uttar Pradesh, under CM Yogi Adityanath, is pioneering a 'Green Renaissance' by balancing rapid economic growth with stringent environmental conservation, through initiatives in water management, biodiversity protection, river conservation, and climate-resilient development.
Uttar Pradesh's real estate regulator (UP RERA) stated that over 1.15 lakh residential and commercial units are available for sale, countering claims of a supply shortage and advising buyers against hasty investment decisions.
Uttar Pradesh aims to reduce NCR air pollution by 30-35% by 2026 with a 'No PUCC, No Fuel' policy and support for replacing older trucks/buses with cleaner models.
UP ATS arrested a 22-year-old from Azamgarh for allegedly working with a Pakistan-backed terror network. The network groomed youths via social media for missions, including a planned assassination of BJP leaders. Accused Mohammad Shaikh was found with a pistol and cartridges.
A UP government aircraft carrying Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak aborted takeoff at Moradabad airport due to a technical snag. Smoke was observed, and the issue might be related to the fuel control unit, which had problems two months ago. An inquiry is expected.
NCRB data for 2024 shows only 18 cases registered nationwide under the Negotiable Instruments Act, all cheque bounces in Jharkhand (10) and UP (8), raising concerns about the Act's relevance.
Uttar Pradesh Energy Minister AK Sharma announced the state achieved its highest-ever electricity supply, reaching a peak demand of 31,804 MW on Sunday night. He claimed this is a record for both the state and the country, with urban areas receiving up to 24 hours of power and rural areas around 22.5 hours.
A 12-year-old girl from Bihar was allegedly sold by her mother for Rs 16,000 and 10 saris to a 40-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh. She was reportedly married in a sham ceremony, repeatedly raped, and then abandoned, only to be preyed upon by an auto driver before her rescue.
Uttar Pradesh is experiencing a severe power crisis this summer, leading to widespread complaints from across the political spectrum. BJP MLAs, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, and BSP chief Mayawati have all criticized the state government's handling of the electricity shortage, highlighting the distress caused to citizens, businesses, and farmers.
India Meteorological Department issues a red alert for 10 UP districts due to severe heatwave conditions. Temperatures are expected to rise, with health advisories and preparedness measures in place.
India faces an intense heatwave with temperatures soaring above seasonal averages. Delhi recorded 44-45°C, while UP's Banda hit 48.2°C. Experts link the extreme heat to climate factors like El Niño, warning of increased frequency and intensity of heatwaves.
Uttar Pradesh is experiencing a severe heatwave, with Banda recording India's highest temperature at 48.2°C for three consecutive days. Red alerts are issued for multiple districts, with temperatures expected to be 3-4°C above normal and unusually hot nights.
Police in Uttar Pradesh's Mirzapur have invoked the Gangsters Act against 10 gym owners for allegedly running a "gym jihad" racket. The accused are charged with forcing women to convert to Islam, sexual exploitation, blackmail, and extortion. Investigations suggest over 50 women may have been targeted.
