News for 'Uttar Pradesh'

Interstate Mobile Phone Theft Racket Busted in Delhi

Interstate Mobile Phone Theft Racket Busted in Delhi

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate racket dealing in stolen mobile phones, arresting two individuals and seizing 83 high-end handsets.

PSPB and RBI Set Up Title Clash at Table Tennis Nationals

PSPB and RBI Set Up Title Clash at Table Tennis Nationals

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will compete in the final of the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships after defeating Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka respectively.

Jharkhand Crackdown: Three Arrested in Drug Busts

Jharkhand Crackdown: Three Arrested in Drug Busts

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Jharkhand police have seized a significant quantity of opium and poppy husk in separate incidents across Ranchi and Palamu districts, leading to the arrest of three individuals involved in drug trafficking.

UP CM Adityanath Pays Tribute to Freedom Fighters on Shaheed Diwas

UP CM Adityanath Pays Tribute to Freedom Fighters on Shaheed Diwas

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru on Shaheed Diwas, commemorating their sacrifice for India's independence.

UP ATS Arrests Dentistry Student Over Alleged ISIS Online Module Connection

UP ATS Arrests Dentistry Student Over Alleged ISIS Online Module Connection

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a 19-year-old dentistry student for allegedly having links with an online module of the banned terror outfit ISIS.

Interstate Narcotics Syndicate Busted in Delhi, Three Arrested

Interstate Narcotics Syndicate Busted in Delhi, Three Arrested

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three individuals and seized over one kilogram of heroin, valued at 2 crore, dismantling an interstate narcotics syndicate operating between Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

Mephedrone Drug Ring Uncovered: Gujarat ATS Exposes UP Manufacturing Unit

Mephedrone Drug Ring Uncovered: Gujarat ATS Exposes UP Manufacturing Unit

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) dismantled a mephedrone manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh's Ambedkar Nagar district, arresting two individuals and seizing significant quantities of the banned substance and its precursors.

Mumbai Police Seize 37 kg of Ganja, Arrest Three

Mumbai Police Seize 37 kg of Ganja, Arrest Three

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Mumbai police arrested three individuals for allegedly possessing 37 kg of ganja in the western suburbs. The suspects were intercepted on Marve Road while attempting to sell the contraband, which is valued at Rs 18.5 lakh. The arrested individuals are natives of Uttar Pradesh and residing in Bhiwandi. An investigation is underway to determine the source of the drugs and the intended customers.

Rinku Singh lands key role in UP government setup

Rinku Singh lands key role in UP government setup

Rediff.com6 days ago

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appointed cricketer Rinku Singh as a Regional Sports Officer, recognising his achievements in cricket, including his IPL success and contributions to the Indian national team.

Palghar Man and Friend Arrested for Premeditated Murder of Wife

Palghar Man and Friend Arrested for Premeditated Murder of Wife

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 26-year-old man and his friend have been arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, for the premeditated murder of the man's wife, whom he suspected of infidelity. The crime took place in a remote village, and the body was discovered with severe injuries.

Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Unit Exposed in UP, Two Arrested

Mephedrone Drug Manufacturing Unit Exposed in UP, Two Arrested

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has dismantled a mephedrone manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh's Ambedkar Nagar district, arresting two individuals and seizing significant quantities of drugs and precursor chemicals.

The 2022 Uttar Pradesh Election Sentimeter

The 2022 Uttar Pradesh Election Sentimeter

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

A mathematical model is used to calculate how seat distribution will be altered as sentiment/percentage of votes towards a contesting political party changes.

Inter-state Arms Supply Module Busted in Punjab, Two Arrested

Inter-state Arms Supply Module Busted in Punjab, Two Arrested

Rediff.com5 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled an inter-state illegal weapons supply module, arresting two individuals from Uttar Pradesh and recovering a cache of country-made pistols and magazines.

UP Man Killed in Riyadh: Family Appeals for Support

UP Man Killed in Riyadh: Family Appeals for Support

Rediff.com5 days ago

The family of Ravi Gopal, a 26-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh killed in Riyadh, is seeking compensation and a government job for his widow to support their livelihood.

UP ATS Arrests Man in Fake Aadhaar Card Manufacturing Case

UP ATS Arrests Man in Fake Aadhaar Card Manufacturing Case

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Uttar Pradesh Police has arrested a man in Sant Kabir Nagar for his alleged involvement in a gang manufacturing forged Aadhaar cards. The arrest is linked to a larger investigation into a fake Aadhaar card racket uncovered in Lucknow.

Inquiry Ordered After Woman's Suspected Suicide in Uttarakhand Shelter Home

Inquiry Ordered After Woman's Suspected Suicide in Uttarakhand Shelter Home

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Uttarakhand Women's Commission has directed an inquiry into the suspected suicide of a woman at a state-run shelter home in Dehradun.

Interstate Drug Network Dismantled in Delhi, Four Arrested

Interstate Drug Network Dismantled in Delhi, Four Arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police dismantled an organised inter-state drug network, arresting four people and apprehending a juvenile, while seizing psychotropic substances worth over Rs 4.5 crore.

Search Underway for Six Missing Students After UP Board Exam

Search Underway for Six Missing Students After UP Board Exam

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Six female students have gone missing in the Bijnor district of Uttar Pradesh after taking their class 12th board examinations. Police have launched a search operation and are using phone surveillance to locate the students.

Bee Attack Claims Farmer's Life in Mainpuri

Bee Attack Claims Farmer's Life in Mainpuri

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 60-year-old farmer died and several villagers were injured after being attacked by a swarm of bees in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh. The farmer was working in his chilli field when the incident occurred.

Controversy Erupts Over Reinstalled Statues of Kakori Martyrs in UP

Controversy Erupts Over Reinstalled Statues of Kakori Martyrs in UP

Rediff.com4 days ago

A controversy has erupted in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, regarding the reinstallation of statues of Kakori Action martyrs. Questions are being raised about whether the statues are new or repaired old ones after they were allegedly demolished. The incident has led to political accusations, protests, and police investigation.

Delhi Police Crackdown: Sharpshooter and Arms Supplier Arrested

Delhi Police Crackdown: Sharpshooter and Arms Supplier Arrested

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a sharpshooter and an arms supplier associated with the Kapil Sangwan gang, seizing illegal firearms and ammunition. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat organised crime and illegal weapons trafficking in the region.

How Punjab Police Busted an Inter-State Weapons Racket

How Punjab Police Busted an Inter-State Weapons Racket

Rediff.com5 days ago

Punjab Police have dismantled an inter-state illegal weapons supply module, arresting two individuals from Uttar Pradesh and seizing a cache of firearms.

Tamil Nadu, UP, Maharashtra Advance in Kabaddi Championship

Tamil Nadu, UP, Maharashtra Advance in Kabaddi Championship

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Tamil Nadu, Chandigarh, Services, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh, Indian Railways and Bihar have qualified for the quarter-finals of the 72nd Senior men's National Kabaddi Championship.

Etah Chief Development Officer Suspended Over Alleged Bribery

Etah Chief Development Officer Suspended Over Alleged Bribery

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government has suspended the Chief Development Officer of Etah after a video surfaced on social media allegedly showing him demanding a bribe.

Woman Killed in Leopard Attack Near Bijnor, India

Woman Killed in Leopard Attack Near Bijnor, India

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 57-year-old woman was killed by a leopard while working in a field with her husband near a forest in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh. The incident has sparked outrage among local residents.

Fatehpur Woman Killed After Obscene Photo Dispute Escalates

Fatehpur Woman Killed After Obscene Photo Dispute Escalates

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 33-year-old woman in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly stabbed to death by her neighbour following a long-standing dispute involving the circulation of obscene photos on social media.

Doctor Held Accountable After Patient's Death During Caesarean Delivery

Doctor Held Accountable After Patient's Death During Caesarean Delivery

Rediff.com4 days ago

A doctor in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested and charged with culpable homicide after a 25-year-old woman died during a caesarean delivery at a private hospital. The arrest follows a complaint alleging negligence and extortion.

High Court Orders Probe into FIR Discrepancies in Rape Case

High Court Orders Probe into FIR Discrepancies in Rape Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Allahabad High Court has criticised lapses in the registration of a police case where, despite a rape allegation in the complaint, the FIR failed to include relevant sections. The court has ordered senior police and administrative officials to submit reports explaining the discrepancies and outlining corrective measures.

Balrampur Petrol Pump Assault: Authorities Investigate Attack on Man and Mother

Balrampur Petrol Pump Assault: Authorities Investigate Attack on Man and Mother

Rediff.com5 days ago

Authorities in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh, have launched an inquiry after a man and his elderly mother were allegedly assaulted at a petrol pump. A video of the incident went viral, prompting swift action from local officials.

Pune Police Foil Kidnapping Plot, Rescue Businessman and Arrest Five

Pune Police Foil Kidnapping Plot, Rescue Businessman and Arrest Five

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Pune police have arrested five individuals from Uttar Pradesh for allegedly kidnapping a businessman and demanding a ransom of Rs 50 lakh. The businessman was rescued, and the suspects were apprehended near Sangamner.

UP Man Hacked to Death by Sons Over Land Dispute

UP Man Hacked to Death by Sons Over Land Dispute

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 60-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh was allegedly murdered by his two sons over a property dispute. The sons were angered by their father's decision to allocate land to his son from a second marriage.

UP Police Seize 1.2 Crore Worth of Liquor Being Smuggled to Bihar

UP Police Seize 1.2 Crore Worth of Liquor Being Smuggled to Bihar

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Uttar Pradesh police seized over 710 cartons of Indian-made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) worth approximately 1.20 crore in Chandauli, arresting two smugglers attempting to transport the contraband to Bihar, where alcohol is banned.

UP Lineman Electrocuted While Repairing Power Fault

UP Lineman Electrocuted While Repairing Power Fault

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 33-year-old lineman died after being electrocuted while carrying out repair work at a village in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh. Police have registered a case of culpable homicide.

Gurugram Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Encounter

Gurugram Police Nab Wanted Criminal After Encounter

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Gurugram Police arrested a wanted criminal, Ankit Kumar, after a brief encounter near Pachgaon chowk. The accused, who had escaped from a jail in Uttar Pradesh, was injured in the exchange of fire and is currently hospitalized.

Body of UP man killed in Riyadh missile attack brought to native village

Body of UP man killed in Riyadh missile attack brought to native village

Rediff.com6 days ago

The mortal remains of a 26-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh, who was killed in a suspected missile attack in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, have been returned to his family in Sitapur. Ravi Gopal, who worked as a driver, died on March 18. The Ministry of External Affairs has expressed condolences and facilitated the repatriation of his body.

UP Woman Dies During Kidney Stone Surgery, Family Alleges Negligence

UP Woman Dies During Kidney Stone Surgery, Family Alleges Negligence

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A 24-year-old woman died during a kidney stone surgery at a private hospital in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, leading to protests by her family who allege medical negligence. Police have registered a case against five doctors following the incident.

Indian Women Archers Meet UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

Indian Women Archers Meet UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A delegation of Indian women archers, including para-archer Sheetal Devi, met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ahead of the 4th Khelo India women's national ranking archery tournament.

4 arrested for throwing non-veg food leftovers near temple

4 arrested for throwing non-veg food leftovers near temple

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Four individuals have been arrested in Shravasti, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly dumping non-vegetarian food waste near a freshwater drain used by an ashram temple. The incident sparked outrage and led to charges of hurting religious sentiments and promoting disharmony.

Deadly car-bus collision in UP's Shahjahanpur claims 3 lives

Deadly car-bus collision in UP's Shahjahanpur claims 3 lives

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Three people were killed and two others critically injured in a head-on collision between a car and a bus in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, due to dense fog.

Police Investigate Discovery of Headless Body in Bulandshahr

Police Investigate Discovery of Headless Body in Bulandshahr

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Police in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, are investigating the discovery of a headless woman's body found near a canal in a forest area. Authorities are working to identify the woman, believed to be in her early 30s, and have launched a probe into the incident.