Day: July 3, 2025

Fake Currency Smuggler Nabbed by UP ATS, Rs 1.05 Lakh in Counterfeit Notes Seized

Arijit Bose
UP ATS

Lucknow: In a major breakthrough, the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested a key member of a fake currency racket from Sidhauli in Sitapur district. The accused, Anas Ahmad, was caught with counterfeit notes worth Rs 1.05 lakh, marking a significant development in the ongoing crackdown on the illegal currency network active across multiple states. According to officials, Anas Ahmad had been under the ATS radar for a while due to his suspected involvement in distributing counterfeit currency. His arrest has opened new leads pointing to a widespread fake currency…

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JPNIC Scam: Yogi Government Dissolves SP-Formed Society, Hands Over Project to LDA for Transparent Operations

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : The much-hyped Jai Prakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC) project, initiated during the tenure of former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav, has now become a stark symbol of rampant corruption and failed governance. The project, envisioned as a tribute to freedom fighter Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan, has remained incomplete despite massive cost escalations and multiple revisions. On Thursday, the Yogi Adityanath Cabinet took a decisive step to dissolve the JPNIC Society, a body created by the previous SP government to manage the project. The…

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Administration to Ensure Hassle-Free Routes for Kanwar Pilgrims in Rampur

Arijit Bose

Rampur: In preparation for the upcoming Shravan month, the district administration of Rampur is taking proactive steps to ensure smooth and convenient travel for Kanwar pilgrims. On Tuesday, District Magistrate Joginder Singh and Superintendent of Police Vidyasagar Mishra conducted a field inspection of major roads in the Tanda tehsil region. As part of the visit, the officials also inspected the Government Model Degree College in Lambakheda village, constructed under the MSDP scheme. The District Magistrate instructed the executing agency and concerned departments to complete the handover process of the college…

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Police on High Alert for Muharram and Kanwar Yatra

Arijit Bose
Kanwar Yatra

Bareilly : As the holy observances of Muharram and Kanwar Yatra approach, the Bareilly district administration has ramped up preparations to ensure peace and public safety. In a high-level meeting held on Wednesday at the Collectorate Auditorium, District Magistrate Avinash Singh and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Anurag Arya jointly reviewed the law and order arrangements for the sensitive period. During the review, the DM issued a clear warning: “Any lapse in duty that leads to a breakdown in law and order will not be tolerated, and strict action will…

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Double Murder Shocks Lucknow: Man Kills In-Laws with Knife After Domestic Dispute

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : Panic gripped the Alam Bagh area of Lucknow late Wednesday night after a brutal double murder left residents stunned. A man, identified as Jagdeep, allegedly murdered his father-in-law and mother-in-law by slitting their throats following a heated argument at their home. The victims, Antaram (75) and Asha Devi (73), were residents of Garhi Kanaura, under the jurisdiction of Alambagh police station. The horrific crime took place when Jagdeep, who had been having ongoing disputes with his wife Poonam, visited his in-laws’ home in an attempt to persuade her…

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Scorpio Crashes Into House Near Gomti River in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : In a shocking incident late Wednesday night, a Scorpio SUV crashed into a house near Sankalp Vatika, along the Gomti river in Lucknow, leaving two residents seriously injured. The out-of-control Scorpio bore a Uttarakhand registration number and had a  Block Pramukh sticker prominently displayed on its windshield of a major political party. A beer bottle was visibly placed on the SUV’s dashboard, raising strong suspicions of drunk driving. Eyewitnesses claim that three young men and a woman were inside the vehicle and appeared to be heavily intoxicated at…

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Prerna Cup Cricket Tournament Inaugurated in Memory of Captain Manoj Pandey, PVC

Anil Jaiswal

  Lucknow, July 3, 2025 — The prestigious Prerna Cup Cricket Tournament, dedicated to the indomitable spirit and supreme sacrifice of Captain Manoj Pandey, Param Vir Chakra (PVC), was officially inaugurated today at Jaipuria Sports Galaxy Cricket Ground, Lucknow. This grand cricketing event brings together 30 competitive teams, including prominent squads like Avisha Dhara and CID, who faced off in the tournament opener amidst an atmosphere charged with patriotism and sporting fervor. The inaugural ceremony was graced by a distinguished lineup of military and civil dignitaries: Major General ZIS Yazdani, SM, VSM,…

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Ravindra Kumar Assumes Charge as Deputy Director of Tourism in Bareilly After Transfer from Gorakhpur

Arijit Bose

Report by Akhilesh Chandra Saxena Bareilly : Ravindra Kumar, recently transferred from Gorakhpur, has officially taken charge as the Deputy Director of Tourism for Bareilly and Moradabad regions. Upon assuming his new role, Kumar emphasized his commitment to timely and quality execution of key tourism projects, particularly the Nath Corridor development. In an exclusive interview with Lucknow Tribune, Kumar outlined his priorities, stating, “My immediate focus is to ensure that the Nath Corridor project is completed within the stipulated timeline, while maintaining the highest standards of quality.” He also added…

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Dr. Kavita Arya Appointed as First Woman Director of Balrampur Hospital, Felicitated by UP Medical Health Federation

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : In a moment of pride and celebration, Dr. Kavita Arya was warmly felicitated by the executive committee of the Uttar Pradesh Medical Health Federation upon her appointment as the new Director of Balrampur Hospital, Lucknow. She has become the first woman to hold the position of Director in the hospital’s history. Marking this significant occasion, members of the Federation presented Dr. Arya with a bouquet of flowers, extending their heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for her new responsibilities. The appointment has sparked a wave of enthusiasm and joy…

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‘Love in Vietnam’ Premieres at DANAFF III, Celebrating India-Vietnam Cultural Collaboration

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The first-ever collaborative feature film between India and Vietnam, Love in Vietnam, had its world premiere at the 3rd Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF III), receiving an enthusiastic response from global audiences and industry leaders. Speaking at the event, Ngô Phương Lan, Festival Director and Chairwoman of the Vietnam Film Development Association (VFDA), shared: “This film is the embodiment of deep affection between the Vietnamese and Indian people — a beautiful symbol of love that transcends all challenges, barriers, and differences.” India’s Deputy Ambassador to Vietnam, Ajungla Jamir,…

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