July 24, 2026 - The Lucknow Tribune

Uttar Pradesh DGP Issues Fresh Guidelines for Immediate Medical Care of Sexual Assault Survivors Following High Court Order

July 24, 2026 Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna has issued comprehensive directions to all police units across the state to ensure the prompt protection, medical care, and legal assistance of women and girls who are survivors of sexual offences, following directions from the Allahabad High Court. The instructions, circulated by the DGP Headquarters, mandate strict compliance with legal procedures outlined by the High Court during the hearing of a writ petition concerning the protection and care of survivors of sexual violence. Under the new guidelines, police officers must…

Samajwadi Party Intensifies Protest Over Rampur’s Mohammad Ali Jauhar University Demolition Notices

July 24, 2026 Arijit Bose

Rampur: Political tensions escalated in Rampur on Friday as the Samajwadi Party (SP) stepped up its campaign against proposed demolition action at Mohammad Ali Jauhar University, alleging that the move threatens students’ future and undermines educational institutions. The controversy follows demolition notices reportedly issued by the Rampur Development Authority for 38 of the university’s 40 buildings, directing action within 15 days. The notices have triggered an indefinite student protest on the university campus, with the agitation entering its sixth day. Acting on the instructions of SP president Akhilesh Yadav, the…