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Slain gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad's lawyer held in Umesh Pal murder case

Slain gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad's lawyer held in Umesh Pal murder case

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Mishra was accused of sharing Pal's location from a Prayagraj court before the latter along with two policemen was shot dead on February 24.

Am harassed in Sabarmati jail, says gangster-politician Atiq Ahmed

Am harassed in Sabarmati jail, says gangster-politician Atiq Ahmed

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad on Wednesday claimed that he was being harassed in the Sabarmati Central Jail in Gujarat.

Cops take Atiq Ahmed to UP from Gujarat jail, to produce in court on Mar 28

Cops take Atiq Ahmed to UP from Gujarat jail, to produce in court on Mar 28

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

According to sources, the Uttar Pradesh police had arrived in Ahmedabad most likely to take Ahmed, who is a key accused in a high-profile killing that took place in February, to their state.

Atiq murder: UP police conduct flag march, patrolling in several districts

Atiq murder: UP police conduct flag march, patrolling in several districts

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

In the aftermath of the incident, the UP police also conducted a flag march in Lucknow's Husainabad.

'Main baat Guddu Muslim...': Atiq, brother's last words

'Main baat Guddu Muslim...': Atiq, brother's last words

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

The brothers, both jailed in Prayagraj, were in talking with mediapersons when they were killed in full view of camera crews around 10 pm.

6 people named in Umesh Pal murder case killed so far

6 people named in Umesh Pal murder case killed so far

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Ten people were named in the first information report (FIR) registered at the Dhoomanganj Police Station of Prayagraj on February 25, a day after Umesh Pal was killed.

Seven killed, 7 hurt in blast at firecracker factory in UP

Seven killed, 7 hurt in blast at firecracker factory in UP

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

According to the ADGP, around 18 people were working at the factory when the blast took place.

More trouble for Atiq Ahmed as UP police book him, son for extortion

More trouble for Atiq Ahmed as UP police book him, son for extortion

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

The latest case was registered at the Dhoomanganj police station on Monday, the official added.

Chargesheet filed in Umesh Pal murder case, 8 accused named

Chargesheet filed in Umesh Pal murder case, 8 accused named

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Agrahari said the case against the eight men was filed at the complaint of Umesh Pal's wife Jaya Pal.

Athletes of Indian origin at Paris Olympics

Athletes of Indian origin at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Here's a look at some Indian-origin athletes who will be representing their adopted countries at the Paris Games

Normalcy yet to return to Atiq's native place, internet remains suspended

Normalcy yet to return to Atiq's native place, internet remains suspended

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

A few shops opened in areas adjoining Chakia-Rajrooppur, Kareli and Khuldabad.

Atiq back in Sabarmati jail from UP after sentence in Umesh kidnapping case

Atiq back in Sabarmati jail from UP after sentence in Umesh kidnapping case

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Ahmad, a former Uttar Pradesh MLA and Lok Sabha MP, was brought back to the high-security jail in Gujarat in a UP police van after a nearly 24-hour-long road journey from Prayagraj.

IAF Ready For Air Show Over Sangam

IAF Ready For Air Show Over Sangam

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

On Thursday, October 5, 2023, Indian Air Force aircraft rehearsed over the Sangam in Prayagraj in preparation for the 91st foundation day, October 8.

Oppn got Atiq Ahmed killed because...: Yogi's minister

Oppn got Atiq Ahmed killed because...: Yogi's minister

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

Some serious secrets were about to be revealed, that's why the opposition got him murdered," said Singh, the state animal husbandry and dairy development minister

Atiq Ahmad seeks nod to attend funeral of son Asad

Atiq Ahmad seeks nod to attend funeral of son Asad

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

Gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmad, who is currently in police custody in connection with the Umesh Pal murder case, has sought permission from a magistrate to attend the funeral of his son Asad who was killed in a police encounter.

Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari unveils new ensign of IAF after 7 decades

Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari unveils new ensign of IAF after 7 decades

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

The IAF Chief released the new ensign at the 91st IAF Day celebrations in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.

Why Is Pallak So Happy?

Why Is Pallak So Happy?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Is it because she loves what she wears? Pallak Lalwani has a fun sense of style and her clothes could easily find a place in your wardrobe.

Poll official rejects EVM 'unlocking' news; notices issued to 2 newspapers

Poll official rejects EVM 'unlocking' news; notices issued to 2 newspapers

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Suryavanshi said the personal mobile phone of one Dinesh Gurav, the data entry operator of Jogeshwari assembly constituency, was found in the hands of an unauthorised person and action is being taken in this regard.

Heatwave continues in northwest, central India; relief after 2 days

Heatwave continues in northwest, central India; relief after 2 days

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Temperatures in 17 locations breached 45 degrees Celsius on Monday, with the punishing heat affecting health and livelihoods.

Soldiers Celebrate Raksha Bandhan

Soldiers Celebrate Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Women tie rakhis to army jawans in Prayagraj ahead of Raksha Bandhan.

Atiq's 'in case I am killed' letter being sent to CJI, Yogi

Atiq's 'in case I am killed' letter being sent to CJI, Yogi

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

A letter by Atiq Ahmed with instructions to send it to the Uttar Pradesh chief minister and the Chief Justice of India in case of his death is being dispatched to them, the slain gangster-turned-politician's lawyer said on Tuesday.

All Set For Guru Nanak Parkash Utsav

All Set For Guru Nanak Parkash Utsav

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Guru Nanak Devji's 554th birth anniversary will be celebrated on Monday, November 27, 2023.

MP adds flight to free pilgrimage scheme for silvers in election year

MP adds flight to free pilgrimage scheme for silvers in election year

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

The Shivraj Singh Chouhan government in Madhya Pradesh will be taking some senior citizens in the state on free pilgrimages by air under its existing scheme and the exercise will start from May 21, months before the assembly polls in the Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled state.

UP cabinet meet in Ayodhya: Yogi, ministers pray at Ram temple

UP cabinet meet in Ayodhya: Yogi, ministers pray at Ram temple

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

A cabinet meeting outside Lucknow -- a rare event -- was held for the first time in Prayagraj in January of 2019.

'If he lives...': Umesh Pal's kin seek death penalty for Atiq

'If he lives...': Umesh Pal's kin seek death penalty for Atiq

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

'I want Atiq Ahmed's empire to end, I don't want him to be alive'

'Atiq's son is alive, revenge will be taken': Threat post on Twitter

'Atiq's son is alive, revenge will be taken': Threat post on Twitter

Rediff.com8 May 2023

According to the FIR, the tweet posted by the Twitter handle 'The Sajjad Mughal', said, "The breed is not over yet. Atiq's son Ali is still alive. Insha Allah condition - time - power will change. The city will be called Allahabad. The revenge will be taken."

'Rahul Gandhi Is Stabilising India With Caste Census Demand'

'Rahul Gandhi Is Stabilising India With Caste Census Demand'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'Rahul Gandhi is raising the issue of a caste census though his party has been doing injustice on this front from the 1950s.'

Police finds blood stains in Atiq Ahmed's abandoned office

Police finds blood stains in Atiq Ahmed's abandoned office

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

The police on Monday found what appeared to be blood smeared on the walls of the abandoned office in Prayagraj of gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed, who was shot dead recently while being taken for a medical checkup.

How Priyanka's call to Akhilesh clinched Cong-SP alliance

How Priyanka's call to Akhilesh clinched Cong-SP alliance

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

According to an agreement reached after the telephonic conversation between Priyanka Gandhi and Yadav, the Congress has now got seats such as Sitapur and Barabanki.

IAF Celebrates 91st Birthday!

IAF Celebrates 91st Birthday!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Glimpses of the Indian Air Force's 91st Air Force Day celebrations at the Bamrauli Air Force Station in Prayagraj, October 8, 2023.

SP to fight on 63 UP seats, Cong on 17, including Amethi, Rae Bareli

SP to fight on 63 UP seats, Cong on 17, including Amethi, Rae Bareli

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) partners Samajwadi Party and Congress on Wednesday announced a tie-up for the Lok Sabha polls in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, with UP's main opposition party leaving 17 out of the 80 seats in the state for the ally.

2nd Muslim ex-MP murdered with impunity: Owaisi

2nd Muslim ex-MP murdered with impunity: Owaisi

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Ehsan Jaffry was killed by a mob in the Gulbarg Society massacre on February 28, 2002, following the Godhra incident.

Atiq Ahmad, brother Ashraf buried in ancestral village

Atiq Ahmad, brother Ashraf buried in ancestral village

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

The bodies of the two brothers, who were gunned down by three assailants posing as journalists in Prayagraj on Saturday night, were handed over to the family members after conducting the post-mortem examination for performing the last rites.

Playing with rule of law...: Priyanka on Atiq's killing

Playing with rule of law...: Priyanka on Atiq's killing

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Without taking names, in a tweet in Hindi, Priyanka Gandhi said the law of the country is written in the Constitution and this law is paramount.

Retired HC judge to head panel probing Atiq's killing

Retired HC judge to head panel probing Atiq's killing

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

The Uttar Pradesh government on Sunday constituted a three-member judicial commission to probe into the killing of gangster-politician Atiq Ahmad and his brother Khalid Azeem alias Ashraf.

'He was deeply religious': Atiq killer's mother

'He was deeply religious': Atiq killer's mother

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Speaking to ANI, Asha (mother of the arrested accused Lovelesh) said, "Pata nahi uske naseeb mein kya likha tha (Don't know what was written in his destiny)."

PIX: India celebrates Eid with prayers, feasting; 'Free Palestine' poster in UP

PIX: India celebrates Eid with prayers, feasting; 'Free Palestine' poster in UP

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Dressed in traditional finery, Muslims across India offered prayers at mosques and eidgahs on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr on Thursday, marking the end of the holy month of Ramzan.

3 constables among 5 policemen suspended for negligence in Atiq killing

3 constables among 5 policemen suspended for negligence in Atiq killing

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Five police personnel were suspended on Wednesday for negligence in connection with the killing of mafia-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf, a senior officer said in Prayagraj on Wednesday.

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2024: 10 Places To Visit In India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

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Dense fog engulfs North India; zero visibility at many places

Dense fog engulfs North India; zero visibility at many places

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Satellite imagery showed a layer of dense fog extending from Punjab and north Rajasthan to the northeast. Patches of fog were also visible along the east coast.