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Heightened Security at IGI Airport and Delhi Transit Points Following Red Fort Blast

14Nov

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Heightened Security at IGI Airport and Delhi Transit Points Following Red Fort Blast

New Delhi: In the wake of the car blast near the Red Fort and a bomb threat at IGI Airport, airport authorities and the CISF have stepped up security measures across key transit points in the capital. Passengers have been advised to arrive well in advance to ensure smooth security screening. Increased Security Measures Joint operations by Airport Police and CISF teams include extensive vehicle checks, barricading of access points, and patrolling along airport approaches. Dog squads are being deployed for specialized checks, while inverted mirror cameras are being used to inspect suspicious vehicles. Advisory for Passengers Authorities have issued advisories for travelers to reach their destinations earlier than usual: Air passengers: Arrive at least 3 hours prior to departu...

U.P. ATS Action on ‘Changur Baba’ Network Sparks Alarm Among Terror Groups

14Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

U.P. ATS Action on ‘Changur Baba’ Network Sparks Alarm Among Terror Groups

Balrampur: A recent crackdown on the illegal religious conversion network linked to ‘Changur Baba’ has sent shockwaves through terrorist organizations, according to intelligence inputs. The move came amid investigations following the Delhi car blast, highlighting the escalating concern over unlawful conversion gangs operating across Uttar Pradesh. Terror Networks Alarmed The U.P. ATS and local police joint operation exposed an illegal religious conversion racket led by Jalaluddin alias Changur Baba. Intelligence agencies report that terrorist groups were angered by the strict action against this network, perceiving it as a barrier to their larger ideological objectives in India. The crackdown has reportedly intensified terror groups’ planning against the country. Foreign Funding f...

Noida International Airport to Connect with Ganga Expressway: 74 km Link Expressway Plans Accelerate

14Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Noida International Airport to Connect with Ganga Expressway: 74 km Link Expressway Plans Accelerate

Greater Noida: Work has intensified on a plan to connect Noida International Airport, the largest airport in Uttar Pradesh, with the Ganga Expressway, the state’s longest expressway. The proposed 74-kilometer greenfield link expressway will provide seamless connectivity between the airport and the expressway, significantly reducing travel time for passengers and improving industrial logistics in western Uttar Pradesh. Route and Design Updates The link expressway will begin near Film City at the 24th km of Yamuna Expressway and extend up to the 44.3 km point of Ganga Expressway near Siana in Bulandshahr district. The route will pass through 56 villages, with land acquisition planned with farmers’ consent, while compensation rates are being finalized. During a key project meeting, S...

Viral Rumors of Adani Group Buying Lucknow’s City Montessori School Denied by Management

14Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Viral Rumors of Adani Group Buying Lucknow’s City Montessori School Denied by Management

Lucknow: Speculation about the City Montessori School (CMS) in Lucknow being acquired by industrialist Gautam Adani has been circulating widely on social media. However, the CMS management has categorically denied these reports, terming them false, misleading, and baseless. CMS Management Responds CMS, one of the most prestigious school groups in Lucknow, has 21 branches across the city with around 64,000 students, making it one of the largest schools in Asia in terms of student strength and branches. Despite the rumors, no official statement or action regarding any acquisition by the Adani Group has been made. Rishi Khanna, Head of Communications at CMS, clarified that the circulating news of CMS being bought by the Adani Group is entirely false and misleading. He appealed to the...

Ballia to Ghazipur Greenfield Expressway: First Phase to Open in December, NHAI Accelerates Work

14Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ballia to Ghazipur Greenfield Expressway: First Phase to Open in December, NHAI Accelerates Work

Ballia/Ghazipur: The 132-kilometer Greenfield Expressway stretching from Jangipur in Ghazipur, UP, to Manjhi in Bihar is set to have its first phase operational by December. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has stepped up construction speed despite recent floods and heavy rainfall, aiming to open the section from Haldi (Ballia) to Jangipur (Ghazipur) on schedule. Faster Access for Local Residents Initially, the NHAI planned to open the expressway only up to Fefna, but accelerated progress has extended the operational stretch to Haldi. Currently, travelers from Ballia need to cover an additional 50 km to access the Purvanchal Expressway, but once the Haldi section is operational, access to the Greenfield Expressway will be just 14 km from the city, saving nearly one hou...

Hathras: Delhi Police and Bank Employee Attacked by Villagers While Apprehending Fugitive

14Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Hathras: Delhi Police and Bank Employee Attacked by Villagers While Apprehending Fugitive

Hathras, UP: In a shocking incident in Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh, a Delhi Police constable and a bank employee were reportedly assaulted by villagers while attempting to apprehend a fugitive. According to sources, Islam, a local man, had been declared a fugitive by Saket Court, Delhi, after allegedly defaulting on a loan of approximately ₹2 lakh from a bank in Delhi and absconding. In an effort to recover the dues, a team comprising Capital Bank employee Karan Singh and Delhi Police constable Devendra Kumar Singh visited Chandragarhi village under Chandaura police station in Hathras. Violent Confrontation During the operation, the fugitive Islam physically attacked the bank employee and police constable, prompting some of his accomplices to take the team hostage. The group a...

UP ATS Questions Integral University Officials Over Dr. Parvez, Probes Sudden Resignation Before Delhi Blast

14Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP ATS Questions Integral University Officials Over Dr. Parvez, Probes Sudden Resignation Before Delhi Blast

Lucknow, UP: The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Uttar Pradesh has intensified its investigation following the Delhi blast, questioning officials at Integral University, Lucknow regarding Dr. Parvez Ahmed Ansari. The inquiry is part of a broader probe into connections with individuals linked to the terror module. ATS sources confirmed that Dr. Parvez, who recently resigned from Integral University, is reportedly the brother of Dr. Shaheen Saeed, a key accused in the Jaish terror network. The sudden resignation, tendered just three days before the blast, has raised several questions among investigators. ATS Interrogation at Integral University On Thursday afternoon, two ATS officers visited Integral University. During the visit, the team questioned the Registrar, Mohammad Harris Sidd...

Hathras EOW Arrests Two Accused in Rs 24 Crore Madrasa Scholarship Scam

14Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Hathras EOW Arrests Two Accused in Rs 24 Crore Madrasa Scholarship Scam

Hathras, UP: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Kanpur has arrested two accused in connection with a massive scholarship scam exceeding ₹24 crore in Hathras district, sending shockwaves across the administration. According to EOW sources, the action was carried out under “Abhiyan Shikanja”, targeting financial irregularities in the Minority Department. The accused, Dharmveer Singh, manager, and Sarvesh Pachauri, treasurer, of Madrasa Mohammad Sahab Islamia Fokania in Sikandararao, misappropriated funds meant for student scholarships while holding official positions. The crackdown follows UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s strict directives for action against corruption. Background of the Case The scam pertains to pre-matric scholarships released for minority students studying up...

STF Uncovers Illegal Mining Syndicate in Fatehpur, UP; Officials Implicated

14Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

STF Uncovers Illegal Mining Syndicate in Fatehpur, UP; Officials Implicated

Fatehpur, UP: In a major crackdown on Wednesday, the Special Task Force (STF) exposed a syndicate involving officials from the Transport and Mining Departments in Fatehpur. The gang reportedly allowed overloaded limestone and gravel-laden trucks to operate in collusion with departmental authorities. Based on the STF’s investigation, a complaint has been filed at Thariyanv Police Station against six individuals, including Fatehpur’s Mining Officer, his gunner, and a locator linked to the illegal operation. Underground Network and Arrests Authorities have registered cases under relevant sections, arresting two key suspects. The crackdown has created a stir within the mining department, while others involved in the illicit operation have reportedly gone underground. Inspector Deep...

Moradabad Division on High Alert: Over 100 Doctors Under Agency Scrutiny After Delhi Blast

14Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Moradabad Division on High Alert: Over 100 Doctors Under Agency Scrutiny After Delhi Blast

Moradabad, UP: In the wake of the Delhi blast and the discovery of a large cache of explosives in Faridabad, intelligence and police agencies in the Moradabad Division have heightened security measures. Special attention is being given to individuals—especially doctors—who frequently travel to Delhi, Faridabad, or Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities have identified over 500 Kashmir-origin residents across Moradabad, Amroha, Sambhal, Bijnor, and Rampur districts, with more than 100 doctors among them. Focused Investigations Following the Delhi blast and related Faridabad explosives case, several doctors’ names surfaced, prompting agencies to initiate comprehensive scrutiny in the Moradabad Division. Investigators are examining travel histories, mobile call records, and personal contacts...