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  Delhi-Agra Expressway accident: Death count rises to 13 after multiple vehicle collision, fire

  December 16, 2025 13:05 IST

  Several buses caught fire on Delhi-Agra Expressway, killing thirteen people. The incident comes a day after dense fog reduced visibility on many highways across north India.

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  UP shocker: Man beheads live-in partner, dumps body and returns home to marry another woman

  December 15, 2025 17:45 IST

  The deceased, Uma, was the mother of a 13-year-old son and was in a live-in relationship with the accused Bilal for nearly two years. The accused was arrested a day before his wedding to another woman.

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  CM Yogi's blitz on Oppn: 'UP had no power supply before 2017 as robberies thrive in darkness'

  December 14, 2025 20:59 IST

  Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a sharp attack on Opposition parties, claiming Uttar Pradesh lacked proper power supply before 2017 due to poor governance. He also raised concerns over fake voters and missing names in the electoral rolls ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.

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  Pankaj Chaudhary, 7-time MP and Kurmi leader, named new UP BJP president

  December 14, 2025 23:53 IST

  The announcement was made in presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak, and other leaders.

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  Who is Pankaj Chaudhary, a 7-time MP and Kurmi leader named next UP BJP president?

  December 14, 2025 14:46 IST

  It is said that Pankaj Chaudhary enjoys the trust of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Notably, Chaudhary belongs to the Kurmi community, which is categorised as OBC.

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  UP govt transfers five IAS officers in major bureaucratic reshuffle | Check list here

  December 13, 2025 21:57 IST

  In a major bureaucratic reshuffle before the new year, five IAS officers have been transferred in Uttar Pradesh nd given new responsibilities.

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  Pankaj Chaudhary files nomination for UP BJP chief in Lucknow, set to win unopposed | Video

  December 13, 2025 23:54 IST

  The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Uttar Pradesh is gearing up to elect its new state president on December 14. The post has been lying vacant as the term of the current president, Bhupendra Chaudhary, ended in January.

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  Dense fog triggers multi-vehicle crash on Greater Noida Expressway, many injured

  December 13, 2025 12:24 IST

  Visuals from the spot showed severe damage to several vehicles. A white car was seen mounted on the central divider with its front end crushed, while a truck stood nearby.

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  BJP to announce next UP president on December 14; Pankaj Chaudhary emerges as frontrunner: Sources

  December 12, 2025 14:47 IST

  Pankaj Chaudhary is also an OBC face and according to sources, he has emerged as the frontrunner for Uttar Pradesh BJP president's post. The saffron party will likely make an announcement in this regard on Sunday (December 14).

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  Election for BJP state president in UP to be held on Dec 14: Check nomination date and other details

  December 11, 2025 23:33 IST

  The BJP in Uttar Pradesh is set to elect its new state president on December 14, with top party leaders overseeing the process. Strong contenders from OBC community have emerged as the party evaluates its next organisational head.

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  Maharajganj killing verdict: Court orders one death sentence, nine life terms after communal clash

  December 11, 2025 20:24 IST

  A UP court has delivered a decisive verdict in the Maharajganj communal violence case, sentencing one man to death and nine others to life imprisonment for the killing of a young devotee during a Durga immersion procession.

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  Codeine cough syrup: UP STF arrests two suspects in illegal trade, probe uncovers extensive racket

  December 11, 2025 16:04 IST

  Codeine cough syrup case: Over 128 FIRs have been filed against numerous establishments and individuals involved in this illegal pharmaceutical operation, marking the most extensive government crackdown on such illicit activities ever conducted in Uttar Pradesh.

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  SIT identifies 12 conspirators in codeine-based cough syrup case, UP government takes strong action

  December 10, 2025 16:48 IST

  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has reiterated his administration’s commitment to creating a drug-free state. Reacting swiftly to codeine syrup-related incidents reported in other states, the UP government launched prompt investigations and enforcement actions locally.

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  'I give up': Third-year student at Noida engineering college dies by suicide

  December 07, 2025 23:22 IST

  Inspector in-charge of Knowledge Park police station, Sarvesh Kumar Singh, said Krishnakant (25), a native of Jharkhand, was pursuing Master of Computer Applications at the Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology (NIET).

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  'Sundays on Cycle' organised in Varanasi to celebrate India hosting Commonwealth Games 2030

  December 07, 2025 12:43 IST

  The event, which was flagged off by Pandit Mishra, Pooja Sihag and boxer Amit Panghal, was organised at BHU's MP Theatre Ground. It was dedicated to India being officially awarded the hosting rights for the Commonwealth Games 2030.

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  Uttar Pradesh demo shows state's plans for 15,000-capacity detention centres for infiltrators

  December 06, 2025 14:17 IST

  The submitted blueprint highlights three-tier security, ensuring that only authorised personnel can enter the facility. Access would require a combination of face recognition, thumb impression, and a green signal from a central CCTV control room.

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  Noida Police reunites lost girls with family, ACP Praveen Singh's language skills come in handy

  December 06, 2025 11:06 IST

  On learning about the case, Gautam Buddh Nagar ACP Praveen Kumar Singh personally interacted with the children. Since he is familiar with the Bengali language, he spoke to them sensitively and established communication.

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  Uttar Pradesh: FIR against over 100 students following clash with security staff at BHU campus

  December 03, 2025 17:28 IST

  A violent clash broke out at BHU after a vehicle allegedly hit a female student, leading to stone pelting and property damage. Over 100 students have been booked based on a security officer's complaint.

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  Meerut: Cop held for assaulting woman, burning her vehicles after she rejected his advances

  December 02, 2025 7:16 IST

  Circle Officer Antariksh Jain informed that the case was filed soon after the complaint. Police Inspector Yogesh Chandra added that charges of assault, abuse and damage to property have been included. He also noted that the woman and the sub-inspector had known each other for a long time.

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  Fire breaks out at garments shop in Gorakhpur's Golghar

  December 01, 2025 18:46 IST

  Thick smoke was seen rising from the store, causing panic among nearby shopkeepers and residents. Multiple fire tenders were rushed to the location as soon as the alert was received.

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  Khadi Mahotsav in Lucknow records over Rs 3 crore sales, marks 42% growth over last year

  December 01, 2025 17:52 IST

  The Khadi Mahotsav 2025 in Lucknow posted record-breaking sales of Rs 3.20 crore, driven by strong participation from young shoppers and a diverse range of handcrafted products. Artisans from across Uttar Pradesh benefited from increased footfall, making the event a major success.

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  'Feeling suffocated, don't have enough time': BLO dies by suicide in UP, blames SIR work pressure

  December 01, 2025 16:10 IST

  A video has also gone viral on social media, in which BLO Sarvesh Singh said he was under tremendous pressure due to SIR-related work and had failed to perform his duties. In the video, he also apologised to his family members.

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  UP: Ghaziabad man shoots partner after learning of her marriage to someone else; accused at large

  December 01, 2025 14:50 IST

  Police officials said the woman, an MSc first-year student, had recently cut off contact with Pradeep. He had reportedly become distressed after discovering that her family had arranged her marriage with another man.

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  Bride elopes with lover moments after Varmala, chaos at Uttar Pradesh wedding

  December 01, 2025 11:09 IST

  Police officials said that when both families learned she had eloped with a local youth, the bride’s father contacted the young man on the phone. To everyone’s surprise, the bride herself came on the call and clearly stated that she wanted to marry her lover.

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  UP man goes to 'tantrik' to win ex-lover back, gets killed during 'vashikaran' ritual

  December 01, 2025 7:11 IST

  The victim, identified as Rajababu from Arshadpur village, had sought the accused, Neelu, to allegedly help him win back his former girlfriend, who had married another man in April.

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  Sriprakash Jaiswal, former Union Minister and Congress leader, passes away at 81 in Kanpur

  November 29, 2025 6:40 IST

  Congress spokesperson Anshu Awasthi remembered Jaiswal's progression from city president to three-time MP and Union minister, emphasising his simplicity and rapport with party workers.

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  SIR form guide for Uttar Pradesh: Steps, documents and everything voters should know

  November 28, 2025 14:02 IST

  With the December 4 deadline for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) nearing, voters in Uttar Pradesh and other states are required to verify and update their details in the electoral roll.

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  UP: Lucknow Smart City GM Ajay Kumar Singh dies of sudden heart attack in office

  November 27, 2025 23:36 IST

  Ajay Kumar Singh had retired as Chief Engineer from the Lucknow Development Authority in June 2024. After his retirement, he was appointed as the GM of Lucknow Smart City.