Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh, India’s most populous state and an increasingly vital engine of national economic growth, is poised to be a key beneficiary of the Union Budget 2026–27, scheduled to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2026—marking the first-ever full Union Budget to be tabled on a Sunday. With Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s vision of transforming the state into “Uttam Pradesh” (an ideal state), expectations are high for enhanced central assistance to fast-track infrastructure creation, social welfare expansion, healthcare, education, and industrial growth. The timing…
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UP: ₹300-Crore Online Trading Scam Busted, Four Cybercriminals Arrested
Lucknow | In a major breakthrough against cybercrime, the Delhi Police Crime Branch’s Inter-State Cell has uncovered a large-scale online trading fraud operating across multiple states, with losses exceeding ₹300 crore. Four key accused involved in running the scam have been arrested from Lucknow and Kolkata, officials said. According to investigators, the cybercriminals lured thousands of people into fake online trading schemes by promising high and guaranteed returns. Victims were deceived through dummy trading apps, fake Telegram groups, and social media advertisements, creating the illusion of legitimate investment platforms. How the…
Read More‘Technical Glitch’ No Excuse: Allahabad High Court Orders UP Home Secretary to Explain Missing Police Station CCTV Footage
Lucknow | The Allahabad High Court (Lucknow Bench) has taken a serious view of the failure to preserve CCTV footage at PGI Police Station, Lucknow, and has directed the Principal Secretary (Home), Uttar Pradesh, to personally conduct an inquiry into the matter. The court said that citing a “technical glitch” cannot be accepted as a valid explanation, especially when binding Supreme Court guidelines mandate preservation of such footage. The direction came while hearing a habeas corpus petition filed on behalf of Vivek Singh, who alleged that he was illegally detained by…
Read MoreMan Arrested for Killing Friend in Varanasi; Police Cite Personal Grudge and Financial Angle
Lucknow | Police in Varanasi have arrested a 24-year-old man for the alleged murder of his friend, whose body was found in a field earlier this month. The accused has been identified as Virendra Yadav, while the deceased was Aftab Alam (28), a former colleague. According to the police, the body of an unidentified man was found lying near a pond in Mahagaon Madai village on January 8. Blood was reportedly visible from the mouth and nose. During the search of the spot, police recovered a bag containing an identity card…
Read MoreDefence Minister Calls for ‘Survival of the Fastest’, Says Operation Sindoor Offers Major Lessons
New Delhi | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the present era demands a mindset of “survival of the fastest”, rather than merely relying on the traditional idea of “survival of the fittest,” underlining the critical importance of speed, innovation, and rapid deployment in modern warfare. Addressing top-performing scientists and technical staff of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Defence Minister said that Operation Sindoor clearly demonstrated how indigenous defence systems are significantly strengthening India’s operational readiness. He stressed that self-reliance in defence is no longer just a government…
Read MoreLaw Graduates Lead Military Contingents at Republic Day Parade 2026, Creating History
New Delhi | The 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path this year showcased not only India’s military strength and modern weapon systems but also the evolving face of the Indian armed forces. Among the most striking moments of the parade was the leadership of key military contingents by officers who come from a legal education background, highlighting the armed forces’ growing embrace of diverse academic disciplines. Lieutenant Amit Chaudhary and Assistant Commandant Laxita Singh emerged as two standout names, drawing widespread attention for leading their respective contingents with confidence…
Read MoreIndia Showcases LR-ASHM Hypersonic Missile, Emerging as Game-Changer in Sea-Denial Operations
New Delhi | India has taken a major leap in advanced military capabilities with the public display of its Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-ASHM) during the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path on January 26. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the missile was showcased for the first time in a vehicle-mounted, ground-launched configuration, signaling India’s growing readiness in hypersonic weapons technology. Capable of striking targets at a range of nearly 1,500 kilometers, the LR-ASHM can reportedly cover this distance in about 15 minutes due…
Read MoreUnder-19 World Cup: India Dominate Zimbabwe to Maintain Unbeaten Run
Mumbai: India’s Under-19 men’s cricket team continued its impressive march at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup with a resounding 204-run victory over hosts Zimbabwe. The comprehensive win marked India’s fourth successive triumph in the tournament, keeping their unbeaten record intact and firmly establishing them as one of the leading contenders for the title. Convincing Win Under Full Playing Conditions Unlike a few earlier matches affected by weather, this encounter was played entirely under standard conditions, giving India valuable time in the middle. Batting first, the team completed the…
Read MoreFilm on Melania Trump’s Life Announced: Release Date and Story Revealed
Washington: A new documentary film based on the life of US First Lady Melania Trump is set to offer a rare and intimate look into her personal and public world. Titled “Melania”, the film focuses on a crucial 20-day period just ahead of President Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration. Melania Trump will host a special screening of the documentary at the White House. According to her advisor and agent, Mark Beckman, the private screening will be attended by the President, members of the Trump family, and close friends, marking the first…
Read MoreWHO Raises Concern Over US Withdrawal, Warns of Impact on Global Health Security
Washington: The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed serious concern over the United States’ decision to withdraw from the global health body, warning that the move could undermine international health security. WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus strongly criticized the decision, stating that the reasons cited by the US are factually incorrect and misleading. In a post on social media platform X, Dr. Tedros emphasized that the United States has been a founding member of the WHO and has played a pivotal role in many of the organization’s historic public…
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