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CM Yogi Adityanath Completes SIR Form Submission, Confirms Voter Credibility at Booth 223 in Gorakhpur
State, Uttar Pradesh

CM Yogi Adityanath Completes SIR Form Submission, Confirms Voter Credibility at Booth 223 in Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has completed the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list, reinforcing the credibility of the process before both ruling and opposition parties. The CM, a registered voter in the Gorakhpur Urban Assembly constituency, submitted his SIR form at Booth No. 223, located at the Kanya Primary School near Jhulelal Mandir. The Election Commission of India has been conducting the SIR process from 4 November to 4 December. On Tuesday morning, a Booth Level Officer (BLO) visited Gorakhnath Temple to provide the CM with the necessary form, which he duly filled and returned. Speaking on the occasion, CM Yogi emphasized the importance of responsible citizenship and the active participation of every voter in the electoral process. “...
UP Sees Fresh Wave of Transfers: 3 Deputy Superintendents Get New Responsibilities, 1 Transfer Cancelled
State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Sees Fresh Wave of Transfers: 3 Deputy Superintendents Get New Responsibilities, 1 Transfer Cancelled

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Police Department has reassigned three Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) with new responsibilities. Among them, the transfer of Alok Kumar Jaiswal has been cancelled, and he has been assigned a fresh role. Meanwhile, Jitendra Kumar Pratham has been posted to the PAC in Lucknow. Under the ongoing reshuffle in the Yogi Adityanath government, transfers are being carried out at multiple levels, from IAS officers to IPS officers, including several positions within the police department. Alok Kumar Jaiswal’s earlier transfer from DSP, Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board to DSP, Fatehgarh, has been revoked. He will now continue as DSP at the UP Police Recruitment & Promotion Board. Arun Kumar Singh Dwitiya has been appointed as the new...
8-Year-Old Anshika Steals the Spotlight at Muzaffarnagar’s Sarvkhap Mahapanchayat with Powerful Speech
State, Uttar Pradesh

8-Year-Old Anshika Steals the Spotlight at Muzaffarnagar’s Sarvkhap Mahapanchayat with Powerful Speech

Muzaffarnagar, UP: In a historic gathering at Sorm village, Muzaffarnagar, the three-day Sarvkhap Mahapanchayat witnessed a remarkable moment when 8-year-old Anshika delivered a speech that left the entire assembly applauding. The young girl, a third-grade student from Goyla village, addressed issues ranging from substance abuse to social media addiction, earning admiration from elders and youth alike. A Message for Society and ChildrenTaking the stage with confidence, Anshika highlighted the irony that children of today, despite being born to educated mothers, are more absorbed in Instagram reels than in meaningful pursuits. She cautioned, “If mothers make reels on social media today, tomorrow the children will follow suit. The addiction to the virtual world is the greatest harm.” S...
Kanpur Woman Scammed for ₹6.66 Lakh in ‘Delhi Terror Attack’ Cyber Fraud
State, Uttar Pradesh

Kanpur Woman Scammed for ₹6.66 Lakh in ‘Delhi Terror Attack’ Cyber Fraud

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking cybercrime incident, a Kanpur woman was duped of ₹6.66 lakh by fraudsters who exploited the fear of the recent Delhi terror car blast. The scammers called the woman, claiming her name had surfaced in connection with the attack, and threatened arrest unless she transferred money to a specified account. Modus Operandi of the Cyber Fraudsters According to police reports, the victim, Sunita Gaur, a resident of the Cantt area, received multiple threatening calls over two consecutive days following the Delhi blast. On 10 November, the caller impersonated an ATS officer, intimidating her. The next day, another caller posing as an NIA official pressured her with threats of imprisonment, claiming she was implicated in terror-related activities. Money Tr...
Youth Shut Down Liquor Shop on Premanand Maharaj’s Pilgrimage Route Following Appeal by Dhirendra Shastri
Uttar Pradesh

Youth Shut Down Liquor Shop on Premanand Maharaj’s Pilgrimage Route Following Appeal by Dhirendra Shastri

Mathura: A liquor shop located on the daily pilgrimage route of Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan was shut down by local youth following an appeal by Bagheshwar Dham chief Dhirendra Krishna Shastri. The incident has gone viral on social media, highlighting the growing influence of public initiatives on community ethics. Premanand Maharaj’s Nightly PilgrimagePremanand Maharaj walks from his residence to Kunj Ashram every night at 2 AM. The liquor shop, situated along this route, had raised concerns among spiritual leaders about its presence in the path of a revered saint. Appeal Leads to ActionDhirendra Shastri had publicly requested that the shop be closed during the Sanatan Hindu Unity Pilgrimage, emphasizing that it was inappropriate for a liquor outlet to operate on the route of a re...
Prayagraj Tragedy: Army Jawan Kills 17-Year-Old Girlfriend, Continues Wedding Preparations
State, Uttar Pradesh

Prayagraj Tragedy: Army Jawan Kills 17-Year-Old Girlfriend, Continues Wedding Preparations

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking incident in Prayagraj, an army jawan brutally murdered his 17-year-old girlfriend and attempted to cover it up while continuing with his wedding preparations. The girl, a 12th-grade student, had been lured under the pretext of marriage before being stabbed and buried in a remote location. Discovery of the Crime On 15 November, locals near Lakharwan village in the Tharwai police station area discovered a suspicious mound of earth with a partially visible hand. Police retrieved the body, which had deep stab wounds and a scarf tightly wrapped around the neck. The girl’s death caused widespread shock in the community. Connection to Army Jawan Investigations revealed that the victim had been in contact with Harsvardhan Singh, also known as Dil...
LDA Cracks Down on Illegal Encroachments in Lucknow, Dismantles Dairies, Shops, and Slums
State, Uttar Pradesh

LDA Cracks Down on Illegal Encroachments in Lucknow, Dismantles Dairies, Shops, and Slums

Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) launched a major drive against illegal encroachments in Gomti Nagar Extension on Monday, demolishing more than a dozen unauthorized structures including dairies, shops, shanties, car workshops, and scrap outlets. These encroachments had been causing traffic congestion, waterlogging, and unhygienic conditions in the area. Targeted Action at Sector–1According to Vivek Srivastava, LDA Secretary, the operation focused on vacant land near the Gwari Flyover in Sector–1, which had long been illegally occupied. Unauthorized dairies, temporary shops, and workshops had been set up here, disrupting traffic and creating sanitation issues. In particular, tying animals to electric poles by dairy operators on service roads further hindered pedestrian an...
Prashant Kishor Apologizes to Bihar Voters, Accepts Full Responsibility for Election Defeat
Bihar, Politics, State

Prashant Kishor Apologizes to Bihar Voters, Accepts Full Responsibility for Election Defeat

Patna, Bihar: Following a decisive defeat in the Bihar elections, Jan Suraj Party founder Prashant Kishor (PK) issued a public apology to the people of Bihar, taking full responsibility for the party’s failure to gain voter trust. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Kishor acknowledged that despite three years of relentless effort, he could not convince voters about the basis on which they should cast their votes. Full Responsibility for the Loss Kishor said, “We worked tirelessly to offer a new political alternative, but we did not succeed. Not only did we fail to bring a change in power, but we also could not achieve any significant reform in the system. The people did not place their trust in us, and I take 100% responsibility for this.” On Nitish Kumar and Corruption Al...
Rajasthan Panchayat and Urban Body Elections to Be Held by April 15, 2026: High Court Orders Clear Timeline
Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Panchayat and Urban Body Elections to Be Held by April 15, 2026: High Court Orders Clear Timeline

Jaipur: The long-standing uncertainty over Rajasthan’s Panchayat and urban body elections has finally come to an end. The Rajasthan High Court has directed the state government to conduct all Panchayat and municipal elections by 15 April 2026. The court has also mandated that the delimitation process must be completed by 31 December 2025 to ensure timely elections. High Court Hearing and OrdersA division bench of Acting Chief Justice S.P. Sharma and Justice Sanjeet Purohit heard over 439 petitions related to delays in elections and issues with appointment of administrators in Panchayats and urban bodies. The court refused to interfere in the delimitation process, stating that all complaints regarding delimitation will be addressed by a state-level committee. The bench clarified that onc...
Deoria SP Sanjeev Suman Makes Headlines with Warning to Miscreants Referencing ‘KGF’ and ‘Pushpa’
State, Uttar Pradesh

Deoria SP Sanjeev Suman Makes Headlines with Warning to Miscreants Referencing ‘KGF’ and ‘Pushpa’

Deoria: Sanjeev Suman, Superintendent of Police in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, is once again in the spotlight following a statement that has gone viral on social media. In a video clip, SP Suman referenced popular films like KGF and Pushpa while issuing a stern warning to criminals and anti-social elements. Warning to Miscreants Using Film ReferencesSP Suman said that if he or his police team ever encountered miscreants like the heroes of Pushpa, they would be dealt with firmly, even beaten with batons if necessary. He criticized how media glorifies villains, noting that characters like “Rocky Bhai” from KGF or other negative film characters are portrayed as heroes. According to him, this trend has influenced youth, making anti-social behavior appear glamorous, as cinema increasingly showcas...