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  Varanasi: 14 arrested after biryani iftar party on boat in Ganga; AIMIM claims 'hatred for Muslims'

  March 18, 2026 23:49 IST

  A controversy broke out in Varanasi after a viral video showed an iftar gathering on a boat in the Ganga River, leading to the arrest of 14 Muslim youths. Police took action following complaints that non-vegetarian food was served and claims of hurting religious sentiments.

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  Noida's Jewar airport to open on March 28: CM Yogi says requested PM Modi to inaugurate it

  March 18, 2026 14:40 IST

  Noida's Jewar airport will feature 10 aerobridges, 28 aircraft parking stands and a runway capable of handling around 30 flight operations per hour. A cargo hub with an initial capacity of 2.5 lakh tonnes annually is also planned, expandable to 1.5 million tonnes in later phases.

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  Yogi Government cracks down on LPG black marketing; 11 nabbed in over 5,800 raids

  March 17, 2026 20:58 IST

  The government is facing growing pressure from both domestic and commercial consumers as the ongoing Middle East conflict continues to disrupt global energy supplies. Iran has been actively launching missiles near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for the transportation of oil worldwide.

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  UP farmers wear bear costumes to scare away monkeys destroying crops in Sambhal | Watch

  March 16, 2026 14:55 IST

  Several farmers have already adopted this solution as monkeys have become a major menace and are destroying numerous crops like potato and strawberry crops.

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  CM Yogi instructs recruitment boards: 'No derogatory caste or communal references in exam papers'

  March 15, 2026 11:29 IST

  UP CM Yogi Adityanath has issued strict directives to all recruitment boards, ordering the formulation of new guidelines for paper setters. He also directed authorities to blacklist individuals who frame controversial questions.

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  Lucknow: Father and stepmother brutally murder 5-year-old son, mob attacks accused pair

  March 14, 2026 13:19 IST

  Lucknow shocker: When Chowk police brought the accused couple to their home for inquiries, enraged locals surged forward in protest, pelting abuses and slapping the father, a practicing lawyer, while trying to thrash both suspects severely.

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  Akasa Air to set up MRO facility at Noida International Airport: All you need to know

  March 13, 2026 14:01 IST

  Akasa Air has partnered with Noida International Airport to set up its first MRO facility at the upcoming Jewar airport in Uttar Pradesh. The project aims to enhance India's aviation maintenance capabilities, create jobs and support long-term industry growth.

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  Akhilesh Yadav seeks blessings from Avimukteshwaranand in Lucknow, rebukes 'fake saints'

  March 12, 2026 17:26 IST

  Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati reached Lucknow a day earlier as part of a campaign focused on cow protection. During the interaction, Yadav highlighted that his government had taken steps in this area during its tenure.

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  Is Noida facing LPG cylinder shortage? Officials say commercial cylinder supply currently closed

  March 12, 2026 7:35 IST

  District Supply Officer In-charge of Gautam Buddha Nagar Smriti Gautam appealed to the people not to panic, saying there is no shortage of any kind of LPG cylinders in the district, nor of petrol or diesel. She said the changes have been made in the LPG rules.

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  VIDEO: Massive fire breaks out at Noida factory near Harola's Sector 4, over 35 workers injured

  March 12, 2026 11:48 IST

  Noida fire: A massive blaze ignited abruptly in the pre-dawn hours (around 5:00 am) at a factory in Harola industrial zone, near Sector 4 in Noida.

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  UP: Brain-dead woman miraculously revives after ambulance carrying her hits pothole

  March 11, 2026 21:31 IST

  While many initially described the recovery as miraculous, doctors who later treated the woman said her condition was most likely linked to poisoning from a venomous insect or snake bite.

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  Hindu family attacked in Ghaziabad for playing Hanuman Chalisa, FIR registered against accused

  March 11, 2026 14:22 IST

  he dispute escalated to the point where members of the Muslim community entered the house and attacked the Hindu family with sticks and even hammers. Several members of the family were injured in the attack and were admitted to hospital in critical condition.

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  LPG cylinder shortage: CM Yogi warns of strict action against rumours, black marketing of cylinders

  March 11, 2026 14:20 IST

  The shortage of LPG has emerged amid global energy supply disruptions triggered by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

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  Layer of dense fog engulfs UP's Sitapur, foggy conditions witnessed in Ayodhya, here's why

  March 11, 2026 9:10 IST

  Because of the fog-like situation, drivers on highways and major roads had to exercise special caution with many being seen driving slowly with their headlights on.

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  Navy official held for ISI espionage; photos of warships, naval installations leaked to Pakistan

  March 10, 2026 23:05 IST

  Investigators found evidence suggesting that Adarsh Kumar had established contact with a Pakistan-based ISI operative. It was also revealed that he had transferred money to the ISI agent from his bank account.

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  UP Cabinet approves CM Gram Transport Scheme; over 59,000 villages to get direct bus links

  March 10, 2026 17:26 IST

  To ensure smooth implementation, the government will allow both the state transport corporation and private bus operators to run services under the scheme. Private operators will be permitted to operate buses on a contractual basis and will receive relaxations in permits and taxes as an incentive.

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  UP: Cleric faces massive backlash after comment against CM Yogi's mother, over 80 FIRs filed

  March 10, 2026 14:08 IST

  A major controversy has erupted in Uttar Pradesh after Maulana Abdullah Saleem allegedly made an abusive remark against Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's mother. Public anger has led to protests across the state and 83 FIRs have been registered.

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  UP Police registers FIR against Maulana Salim over controversial remarks on CM Yogi's mother

  March 09, 2026 18:49 IST

  Reports indicate that complaints against the Maulana have been filed in 83 police stations across the state. Several Hindu organizations, social activists, BJP leaders, and students have submitted petitions.

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  Lucknow's 17-year-old boy kills father after family dispute; probe launched

  March 09, 2026 15:57 IST

  Officials say the preliminary inquiry suggests that the incident may have been triggered by a domestic disagreement. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination, and police are examining all possible aspects.

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  Ashutosh Brahmachari, who sued Swami Avimukteshwaranand, brutally attacked on moving train

  March 08, 2026 11:21 IST

  Ashutosh Brahmachari, who had filed a case against Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, was attacked on a train while travelling from Ghaziabad to Prayagraj. The assailants allegedly tried to cut off his nose using a sharp weapon.

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  UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya's helicopter makes emergency landing at Lucknow Airport

  March 07, 2026 12:27 IST

  Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya's helicopter made an emergency landing at Lucknow airport after smoke suddenly filled the aircraft during a flight to Kaushambi. The pilot quickly returned to Lucknow and landed safely.

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  UP: Rumours of fuel shortage amid Middle East conflict trigger panic buying

  March 06, 2026 16:19 IST

  The government has also clarified that the supply of petroleum products in India was adequate and alternatives were being explored too. In another major breather for India, the US has allowed India to procure oil from Russia amid the mounting crisis in the Middle East.

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  Two killed as pickup truck rams into divider on Agra-Lucknow Expressway | Video

  March 03, 2026 14:32 IST

  The incident occurred near village Gahar Purva on the  Lucknow-Agra Expressway in the Bangarmau police station area in Unnao district. Highway rescue teams were called to the scene of the accident.

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  Sitapur: Police hold route march under leadership of IG Kiran S, call for harmony during festivities

  March 01, 2026 22:10 IST

  Top officials of the Uttar Pradesh Police, including IGP (Lucknow Range) Kiran S. and Sitapur DM Dr Rajaganapathy R., on Sunday conducted a route march in Sitapur in view of Holi and Ramadan.

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  UP Police busts gang that was defrauding state govt by creating fake GST bills, four arrested

  February 28, 2026 21:09 IST

  The gang approached innocent young people in need of jobs and obtained their original documents. Using these documents, the gang would create fraudulent companies, register them fraudulently, and then engage in fraudulent activities.

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  Noida Thar rampage: Motorcycle dragged for kilometers after fuel theft chase near Badalpur | Video

  February 28, 2026 9:23 IST

  Noida Thar rampage: The frantic chase morphed into horror as the motorcycle's back tire burst into flames from the merciless dragging, spewing dense black smoke that choked the highway and froze traffic in terrified gridlock.

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  Fact Check: No holiday in Uttar Pradesh on February 28 as fake government order goes viral

  February 27, 2026 23:49 IST

  A fake government order claiming a statewide holiday on February 28 went viral in Uttar Pradesh, but the state government has clarified that it is a regular working day. Instead, employees will get holidays from March 2 to 4 along with Sunday on March 1.

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  Singapore: Young girl brings sketch of Yogi Adityanath, gets stage invite and CM's autograph

  February 27, 2026 14:17 IST

  The little artist, a schoolgirl in Singapore, later shared her touching story, explaining she came to the event purely to meet CM Yogi Adityanath after hearing of his arrival just the night before.