Lucknow: In a significant breakthrough, the joint team of PGI Police Station and Uttar Pradesh STF, Lucknow, has successfully solved the murder case of property dealer Sandeep Singh, who was shot dead on May 27, 2026, in Lucknow. Police have arrested two accused, including the alleged mastermind of the conspiracy. Operation Details The action was carried out under the direction of senior police officials of Lucknow Commissionerate and under close supervision of the South Zone police leadership. A coordinated operation by PGI Police and STF Uttar Pradesh led to the…
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Sarojininagar Police Arrest Wanted Accused in Dowry Death Case
Lucknow: The Sarojininagar Police have arrested one wanted accused in connection with a dowry death case registered under Case Crime No. 197/2026 under Sections 80(2)/85 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Sections 3/4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act. Case Background According to police, a written complaint was lodged on May 29, 2026, by Smt. Roopa, wife of the late Rakesh Kumar, resident of Kankar Kuan under Bijnor police station, Lucknow. The complainant alleged that her daughter was harassed and tortured by her in-laws over dowry demands, which ultimately led…
Read MoreLucknow Police Arrest ₹50,000 Rewarded Fugitive in Kidnapping for Ransom Case
SWAT and Surveillance Team Nab Wanted Accused from Ghaziabad Industrial Area Lucknow: In a major breakthrough, the SWAT/Surveillance Team of Lucknow Commissionerate Police, in coordination with Chinhat Police Station, has arrested a wanted and rewarded accused involved in a kidnapping-for-ransom case registered under Case Crime No. 389/24 under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. The arrested accused, Sanjay (30), son of Jayaprakash, resident of Tisauli village under Khuthan police station, Jaunpur, was carrying a reward of ₹50,000 on his arrest. He was apprehended on June 1, 2026 from…
Read MoreSaerpur Police Arrest Accused in Abduction and Sexual Assault Case After Swift Action
Victim Allegedly Drugged, Abducted and Kept Hostage; Mobile Phone and SIM Cards Recovered Lucknow: The Saerpur Police team has arrested an accused involved in a serious criminal case in which a woman was allegedly drugged, abducted, held hostage, and sexually assaulted. According to police officials, the incident came to light on May 30, 2026, when the victim lodged a complaint at Saerpur Police Station alleging that Manzoor Ali, son of Sabir Ali, administered a narcotic substance to her, after which she was abducted and confined against her will. She further…
Read MoreTraffic Diversion Plan Announced in Lucknow for “Bada Mangal” Festivities
Special Arrangements to Remain in Force on Four Tuesdays in June 2026 Lucknow: The Traffic Police, Lucknow, has issued a detailed traffic diversion plan in view of the upcoming “Bada Mangal” festival, which will be observed on June 2, June 9, June 16, and June 23, 2026. The arrangements aim to ensure smooth movement of devotees and maintain law and order during the religious gatherings across the city. According to the advisory, the diversion plan will come into effect from midnight of June 1/2, 2026 and will remain operational on…
Read MoreWazirganj Police Arrest Wanted Accused in Forged Property Registry Case
Accused Allegedly Helped Execute Fraudulent Sale Deed Using Fake Seller and Forged Documents Lucknow: The Wazirganj Police of Lucknow Commissionerate have arrested a wanted accused allegedly involved in a well-planned property fraud in which forged documents were used to execute a sale deed by impersonating the genuine owner. According to police officials, the case dates back to October 6, 2021, when complainant Hiralal Lodhi Rajput, a resident of Guardianpurwa, Chhota Bharwara in Gomti Nagar, lodged a complaint alleging that a group of individuals had conspired to fraudulently transfer his property.…
Read MoreLucknow Police Arrest Eight Criminals; Three Injured in Separate Encounters
Crackdown Follows Review Meeting on Rising Crime; Robbery Gang Busted and Harassment Accused Held Lucknow | In a major crackdown on crime following concerns over law and order in the state capital, Lucknow Police arrested eight alleged criminals, including three who were injured during separate police encounters in the Krishna Nagar and Vikas Nagar areas. The action comes shortly after a high-level review meeting in which Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reportedly expressed concern over rising criminal incidents in the city. Interstate Robbery Gang Busted According to police officials, a…
Read MoreTrainee IPS Officer Pradeep Kumar Accorded Warm Farewell on Completion of Training in Gonda
Gonda: A farewell ceremony was organized at the Camp Office in Gonda to mark the successful completion of the training tenure of Trainee IPS Officer Pradeep Kumar. The event was held under the guidance of Superintendent of Police Vinit Jaiswal and attended by senior police officials and staff members. During the ceremony, Pradeep Kumar was felicitated with a bouquet and a memento in recognition of his dedication and contributions during his training period. The officers present extended their best wishes for his bright future and a successful career in the…
Read MoreRajeev Krishna Appointed Permanent DGP of Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has appointed senior IPS officer Rajeev Krishna as the state’s permanent Director General of Police (DGP), bringing an end to a four-year period during which the state was led by acting police chiefs. The official appointment order was issued by the state government. Rajeev Krishna had been serving as the acting DGP following the retirement of former DGP Prashant Kumar. Before assuming the top police post, he held key assignments as Director General of Vigilance and also served in senior positions within the Uttar Pradesh…
Read MoreJoint Checking Drive Conducted by Police in Gonda
Gonda: In a bid to strengthen road safety and improve traffic management, the Transport Department, in coordination with the Police Administration, carried out a joint enforcement drive at Karnailganj Chauraha and Bargadi Mod Chauraha in Gonda district. During the campaign, officials conducted intensive checking against vehicles operating without valid permits, overloading, and other traffic violations. Vehicle documents including permits, fitness certificates, insurance papers, pollution certificates, and driving licenses were thoroughly verified. Several vehicles were found operating without valid permits, following which challans and legal action were initiated under the Motor…
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