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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.

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  Major tragedy averted as truck falls on railway track in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki | Video

  November 27, 2025 7:32 IST

  SP Arpit Vijayvargiya said that after receiving the alert, police teams rushed to the spot and discovered that a heavy dumper truck carrying plywood had plunged onto the railway track. At that moment, the Garib Rath Express was passing on the nearby track but avoided any impact.

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  Man kills younger brother's widow for insurance money in UP's Mathura

  November 27, 2025 7:17 IST

  The accused allegedly hit his younger brother's widow several times on the head with bricks, leaving her severely injured, and fled the scene.

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  Uttar Pradesh: Five dead as car falls into canal at Dhakherwa Girijapuri highway in Lakhimpur Kheri

  November 26, 2025 10:02 IST

  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has extended heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the accident. He has also ordered that the injured receive immediate and proper medical care.

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  POCSO court flags police lapses, orders FIR against security guard on minor's molestation complaint

  November 25, 2025 17:35 IST

  The family has alleged that some police officers, including the SHO of Expressway Thana, discouraged them from pursuing the case and urged them to “settle” the matter.

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  Ayodhya Dhwajarohan: What is saffron flag size, significancance and features? Explained

  November 25, 2025 10:16 IST

  PM Modi has arrived at Maharishi Valmiki Airport, and is taking a roadshow through the city, and will offer prayers at the Sapt Mandir, Sheshavatar Mandir, Mata Annapurna Mandir, and Ram Darbar Garbhagrih before hoisting the flag remotely.

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  Chinese national arrested in UP's Bahraich for illegally entering India, videographing border areas

  November 25, 2025 10:00 IST

  The arrested Chinese citizen has travelled to Pakistan, and Pakistani, Chinese, and Nepalese currencies were recovered from him.

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  PM Modi Ayodhya visit: 'This flag represents the resurgence of Indian civilisation,' says PM

  November 25, 2025 15:04 IST

  At noon, PM Modi hoisted the saffron flag atop the temple’s Shikhar, marking the completion of the Ram Mandir’s construction. The temple showcases a blend of North and South Indian architectural styles and features intricate carvings from the Valmiki Ramayana and other cultural depictions.

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  Groom killed by speeding truck moments before wedding ritual in Uttar Pradesh

  November 24, 2025 16:51 IST

  Moments before the “chadhat” ritual was set to begin, the groom stepped out to vomit near the Delhi–Saharanpur national highway after feeling unwell.

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  RSS does not get foreign funding, runs only on social support: Adityanath's swipe at Congress

  November 23, 2025 23:38 IST

  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's remarks come days after Karnataka Minister and Congress leader Priyank Kharge questioned the RSS, ideological mentor of the BJP, wondering how the Sangh operates.