Category: Law & Order

Lucknow: Demonstrating exceptional alertness, sensitivity, and efficient policing, the Naka Police recovered a valuable lost bag within just 30 minutes and returned it safely to the complainant, Saurabh Awasthi. Around 7:30 AM, Saurabh Awasthi arrived at Naka Police Station and informed SHO Shrikant Rai that his bag had fallen somewhere on the way. Taking immediate cognizance of the matter, the SHO formed a three-member team comprising Sub-Inspector Kuldeep Singh, Satendra Saini, and Shubham Parashar, directing them to begin a swift search operation. Acting promptly, the team began scanning the area and…

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Lucknow: Thanks to the swift action and alertness of the Naka Police, a stolen motorcycle was recovered within just a few hours, bringing relief to the complainant. According to reports, Nem Prakash, a resident of Sanjay Gandhi Puram on Faizabad Road, had come to Charbagh on personal work riding his motorcycle, a CBZ (UP 32 CS 3809). After finishing his work, he returned to the spot where he had parked his bike, only to find it missing. Distressed, he immediately reached out to the Naka Police and submitted a written…

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Lucknow: The Thakurganj police scored a major enforcement success after a video went viral showing a man—popularly known as “Joker Chai Wala” in the Hussainabad outpost area—driving a car fitted with an illegal red-blue beacon and flaunting a police P-cap, creating an impression of authority. The moment the video surfaced online, the Hussainabad Police Outpost swung into action. Sub-Inspector Dilip Kumar Chaubey, in charge of the Hussainabad outpost, immediately took cognizance of the matter and launched a prompt operation. During the action, the police: Seized the car used in the…

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Lucknow: In a significant breakthrough against organised crime, the Lucknow Police has taken firm action by seizing properties worth nearly ₹98 lakh belonging to a notorious gang leader, Kuldeep Singh. Acting on the directives of the Joint Commissioner of Police (Crime), the Chinhat Police conducted the operation and dismantled what officials described as the criminal’s “illegally amassed empire.” According to police sources, assets worth ₹98,44,625—allegedly accumulated through unlawful activities—were officially confiscated. Kuldeep Singh, known for his involvement in multiple criminal cases across different districts, has been on the radar of…

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Lucknow | The Wazirganj police in Lucknow are preparing to take Hasan Sheikh, a Bangladeshi national currently lodged in jail, on police remand for further interrogation in a fraud case involving illegal entry and organised cross-border crime. Officials say the remand is crucial to identify and trace the two associates who allegedly infiltrated India along with Hasan. Hasan Sheikh, a resident of Gohala village in Gopalganj district of Bangladesh, was arrested last week along with Umar Sheikh, a native of West Bengal. The two were booked for duping Nishatganj-based bangle shop…

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Lucknow | In a sensational crackdown, Lucknow Cyber Crime Police have arrested two key operatives of a massive NEET/MBBS admission fraud racket that has been active for over 14 years across multiple states. The accused — Premshankar alias Abhinav Sharma and Santosh Kumar — were arrested from near Kathauta Jheel in Chinhat after a family complained of being cheated of ₹1.26 crore on the pretext of securing NEET clearance and guaranteed medical college admission in Barabanki and Sitapur. What unfolded during interrogation shocked investigators: the duo had allegedly swindled over ₹100…

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Lucknow – The Lucknow Police has strengthened its ‘Operation Pehchaan’, placing greater responsibility on landlords to verify tenants. Under the updated rules, landlords may face legal action if tenants involved in criminal activities are found residing in their properties without proper verification. Authorities say the move comes amid a surge of migrants moving into the city for business, education, private jobs, and government services. Some offenders have reportedly exploited this influx, renting homes using false identities. To ensure compliance, tenant registration is now mandatory via the police website or the UPCOP…

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Lucknow: A nursing student from Lucknow’s Ashiyana area has accused a traffic constable, Mukesh Yadav, of sexually exploiting her for five years under the false promise of marriage. The survivor alleges that despite submitting complaints at both Ashiyana and Sarojininagar police stations, no concrete action has been taken so far. According to the complainant, she befriended Mukesh Yadav in 2019 through Facebook, and their friendship soon turned into a romantic relationship. She claims that during this period, the constable repeatedly established physical relations with her at a hotel in Transport…

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Lucknow: Marking the pride, valour and dedication symbolised by Police Flag Day, Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Rajiv Krishna  pinned the official Police Colour (Police Flag) on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in a special ceremony held at the CM’s residence. The event underscored the state police force’s unwavering commitment to duty, courage and service. Police Flag Day, observed annually, honours the rich legacy and traditions of the police services, celebrating their role in ensuring law and order and safeguarding citizens. The ceremony was attended by senior officials, including Amitabh…

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Lucknow: A day before the Dharma Dhwaja programme scheduled in the state capital, panic spread after an anonymous letter threatening to blow up city schools and key buildings was recovered from the bathroom of Lulu Mall. The discovery prompted the Lucknow Police to issue a high alert and launch extensive checking operations across sensitive locations. According to officials, the threatening letter stated: “There will be destruction in 24 hours. Save if you can.” The alarming message immediately led to an intensified security response. CCTV Footage Being Examined DCP South Nipun…

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