Uttar Pradesh
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Aradhana Mishra likely to be new UP chief in Congress' fresh Brahmin outreach
Uttar Pradesh | Oct 01, 2026, 06:16 PM ISTAradhana first became an MLA by winning the 2014 assembly by-election from Rampur Khas. She subsequently won consecutive elections in 2017 and 2022. Her father, Pramod Tiwari, has previously served as an MLA from this same constituency nine times.
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Who is Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani, Samajwadi Party's candidate for Rajya Sabha from UP?
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 30, 2026, 10:23 AM ISTThe Samajwadi Party (SP) has named Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani as its official candidate for the Rajya Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh. He met Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav and senior party leaders and will file his nomination papers in the presence of Ram Gopal Yadav.
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Samajwadi Party names Ram Gopal Yadav and Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani as Rajya Sabha candidates from UP
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 30, 2026, 11:26 AM ISTThe Samajwadi Party has named Ram Gopal Yadav and Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani as its candidates for the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh. Both candidates will file their nomination papers at 11 am in the presence of Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav.
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BJP's Noida fortress faces 2027 test: Can Opposition break its winning streak in upcoming UP polls?
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 30, 2026, 09:01 AM ISTNoida Assembly constituency has remained a BJP stronghold since its first election in 2012, with the party winning three regular elections and a 2014 bypoll. Pankaj Singh has represented the seat since 2017 and increased the BJP's winning margin substantially in 2022.
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BJP names 10 candidates for Bihar-UP MLC polls; Naval Kishore Yadav, Kedar Nath Singh among nominees
India | Sep 29, 2026, 02:31 PM ISTBJP announces 10 candidates for Bihar, UP MLC polls. The major nominees include Naval Kishore Yadav and Dr NK Yadav for Bihar, along with Kedar Nath Singh and Hari Kishore Tiwari among six key candidates selected for Uttar Pradesh.
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'I won't be afraid': Ex-IAS Divya Mittal announces political entry with UP as battleground | VIDEO
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 29, 2026, 09:56 AM ISTFormer IAS officer Divya Mittal has announced her entry into politics after ending her nearly 13-year administrative career. She says she will not join any political party and instead wants to develop a new political approach in Uttar Pradesh.
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'Had no clue...': Daughter-in-law out of jail as cops give clean chit in Kanpur businessman murder
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 29, 2026, 09:55 AM ISTShalu Minocha, the daughter-in-law initially accused by the police of conspiring in the murder and subsequently jailed, was released from jail after 21 days. Police have arrested Subrat Minocha, son of slain Kanpur pharmaceutical businessman Vineet Minocha.
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'Understand the ground reality': SP MP reacts to Congress' demand for 150 seats in UP polls 2027
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 29, 2026, 08:56 AM ISTSP Rajya Sabha MP Ramji Lal Suman has asked Congress to consider the "ground reality" and adopt a practical approach over its demand to contest 150 seats in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. He also stressed that both parties need to contest together.
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NDA likely to win 7 seats in UP Rajya Sabha polls, what numbers say about Samajwadi Party
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 29, 2026, 08:38 AM ISTPolitical activity has intensified in Uttar Pradesh ahead of elections for 10 Rajya Sabha seats. The NDA is expected to win seven seats, while the Samajwadi Party (SP) claims that it can secure three seats.
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Congress demands 'not less than 150' seats from SP for 2027 UP polls, seat-sharing likely by October
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 28, 2026, 02:30 PM ISTCongress has set a minimum target of 150 Assembly seats in Uttar Pradesh for the 2027 polls under an alliance arrangement, with state incharge Rajendra Pal Gautam saying seat-sharing is likely to be finalised in October. The Congress says it has potential candidates across all 403 constituencies.
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Rain fury kills 56 in Uttar Pradesh; flood-like situation in several districts
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 27, 2026, 09:42 PM ISTThe highest number of deaths were reported from Sitapur (7), followed by Lakhimpur Kheri, Bahraich and Balrampur (5 each), and Ayodhya and Gorakhpur (4 each). The official said 1,021 houses were damaged.
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'Congress, Opposition parties part of every conspiracy that could harm democracy': CM Yogi
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 27, 2026, 11:57 AM ISTAmid the controversy surrounding the SIR, CM Yogi Adityanath launched a verbal attack on the Congress and other opposition parties, stating that their attitude has always been to undermine constitutional institutions.
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15 dead, over 100 houses damaged as rains wreak havoc across UP; more showers likely on Sunday
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 26, 2026, 09:25 PM ISTAccording to the IMD, heavy to very heavy rainfall will likely continue in parts of Uttar Pradesh on Sunday, with officials noting that 15 people have lost their lives in rain-related incidents across the state in the past 48 hours.
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85 countries, 2,400 exhibitors: UP International Trade Show to showcase state as global sourcing hub
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 24, 2026, 09:03 PM ISTThe five-day event will be held from September 25 to 29 at the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida, bringing together international buyers, domestic businesses, investors and consumers. The event is expected to feature more than 2,400 exhibitors and 550+ international buyers from 85 countries.
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Akhilesh Yadav kicks off SP's PDA Rath Yatra campaign for 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 24, 2026, 01:38 PM ISTThe high-profile tour aboard the 'PDA Rath' is seen as part of the Samajwadi Party's broader campaign across central Uttar Pradesh, focusing on its backward, Dalit, and minority (Pichhda, Dalit, Alpsankhyak) coalition ahead of the 2027 state assembly elections.
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Mayawati appoints Ishan Anand as BSP national coordinator after Akash Anand's removal from key post
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 23, 2026, 02:07 PM ISTMayawati has elevated her younger nephew Ishan Anand in the BSP organisation after removing elder nephew Akash Anand from key party responsibilities. The decision comes as the BSP steps up preparations for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.
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Azamgarh man who shot wife, two priests and took children hostage killed in encounter; son dies too
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 23, 2026, 07:52 AM ISTA man shot dead his wife and two priests who had come to the house to perform a religious ritual in Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh. The police took immediate, stern action in the matter and killed the accused during an encounter.
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Speed News: EAM Jaishankar Attends First V4+India Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New York
Originals | Sep 22, 2026, 10:24 PM ISTEAM Jaishankar attends first V4+India Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New York. Rajya Sabha polls for 12 seats across UP, Uttarakhand and Bengal set for October 16. Congress questions delay in chargesheet filing in Ram temple donation theft case. Get all the latest updates in today's Speed News.
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40-year-old man dies, wife injured after Thar hits scooter in Greater Noida; driver absconding
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 22, 2026, 02:25 PM ISTThe man was riding the scooter with his wife when it was hit by the Thar. The accident took place in the Bisrakh police station area of Greater Noida.
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Rajya Sabha polls on Oct 16: Puri, Ram Gopal seats among 11 up for election in UP, Uttarakhand
India | Sep 22, 2026, 11:59 AM ISTAccording to the Commission, the terms of the incumbent members holding 10 Rajya Sabha seats from Uttar Pradesh and one from Uttarakhand are set to expire in November 2026.