Category: Law & Order

Lucknow: In a strong enforcement drive, the traffic police carried out a special campaign at Atal Chowk in Lucknow under the leadership of Traffic Inspector Uday Pratap Singh and Second Traffic Inspector Prabhash Singh. The अभियान focused on clearing congestion caused by vehicles parked haphazardly at the busy intersection. Officials took strict action against motorists who were found blocking traffic by stopping their vehicles at the crossing, leading to frequent jams in the area. Particular attention was given to unauthorized e-rickshaws operating in the restricted zone of Hazratganj. Traffic personnel…

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Lucknow: In a swift crackdown, police in Lucknow arrested five accused linked to the notorious “Gaddi Gang” in connection with a violent assault reported in the Dubagga area. The incident reportedly took place near Globe Café, where a dispute over parking a motorcycle escalated into a fierce altercation. The confrontation turned violent, leaving one युवक seriously injured. Locals alerted the police, following which immediate action was initiated. Under the leadership of Inspector Srikant Rai, the Dubagga police team registered a case and launched a manhunt to apprehend those involved. Acting…

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Lucknow: In view of the upcoming festivals, a crucial Peace Committee meeting was held at Sahadatganj Police Station to ensure that celebrations are conducted in a peaceful and harmonious manner. The meeting was chaired by Virendra Vikram, ACP Bazar Khala, and attended by Station House Officer Santosh Kumar Arya along with local outpost in-charges and senior police officials. Representatives of Holika Dahan committees, mela organizers and members associated with religious processions were also present. Detailed discussions were held regarding arrangements for the holy month of Ramzan and the festival of…

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Lucknow: After years of delay and political controversy, the parking facility at Jayaprakash Narayan International Centre (JPNIC) in Lucknow has finally been opened to the public from Tuesday, providing much-needed relief from chronic traffic congestion on LDA Road. The parking area, with a capacity to accommodate around 500 vehicles, has been made operational by the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA). For now, the facility will remain free of charge, though officials indicated that a user fee may be introduced in the future. Constructed at a cost exceeding ₹800 crore, the ambitious…

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Lucknow: Acting on the directives of Joint Commissioner of Police Babloo Kumar, an intensive checking drive was carried out across the Hazratganj police station area to strengthen law and order in the city. The अभियान was led by Inspector Vikram Singh of Hazratganj, with police personnel deployed at key intersections and sensitive points. Two-wheeler vehicles were thoroughly checked, and riders were verified for valid driving licences, registration papers and compliance with traffic rules. With upcoming festivals in view, the police have heightened vigilance to prevent any untoward incidents and ensure…

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Lucknow: With Holika Dahan and the festival of Holi approaching, police in Lucknow have intensified preparations to ensure the celebrations conclude in a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere. The West Zone police have stepped up coordination efforts and issued detailed guidelines to maintain law and order. The Deputy Commissioner of Police (West), along with the Additional DCP and Assistant Commissioners, held meetings with Holika Dahan committees and prominent citizens from Para Police Station, Aminabad Police Station and Kaiserbagh Police Station areas. During the meeting, officials emphasized that Holika Dahan must take…

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Lucknow: In the rugged, sun-drenched landscapes of Bundelkhand, Uttar Pradesh, the town of Banda has long been known for its harsh terrain and historical resilience. But in February 2026, the silence of this rural heartland was shattered by a judicial verdict that didn’t just make headlines—it tore at the very fabric of the national conscience. A special court under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act delivered a landmark judgment, sentencing 50-year-old Ram Bhawan and his 47-year-old wife, Durgawati, to death. Their crime? A decade-long, systematic campaign of…

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Lucknow: In a major breakthrough, the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (UP STF) has arrested six individuals for allegedly orchestrating mass cheating during the 2026 High School and Intermediate examinations conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UP Board). The accused were apprehended from Mainpuri following a targeted operation based on intelligence inputs regarding organised malpractice aimed at compromising the sanctity of the board examinations. Arrested Accused Identified The arrested individuals have been identified as: Ashish (Manager) Arun Kumar alias Tinku (Teacher) Ankit alias Prashant (Teacher) Shiva Chauhan alias…

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Lucknow: Ahead of the upcoming festivals of Holi and Eid, a grand parade and Peace Committee meeting were organized at the Kaisarbagh police station in the state capital to review security arrangements and reinforce communal harmony. The meeting, chaired by the DCP (West), brought together local residents, community leaders, and prominent citizens to promote brotherhood and ensure peaceful celebrations. Senior police officials interacted with members of both communities and appealed for cooperation in maintaining law and order. Addressing the gathering, the DCP (West) urged citizens to celebrate Holi and Eid…

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Lucknow: In view of the upcoming festivals, the Talkatora police have intensified security measures and launched a special vehicle checking drive to ensure public safety and smooth traffic movement. A focused enforcement campaign was carried out at Pal Tiraha crossing under the Talkatora police station limits. During the drive, police personnel conducted thorough inspections of two-wheelers and four-wheelers passing through the busy intersection. The operation was led by Station House Officer Kuldeep Dubey, accompanied by the local outpost in-charge and a team of police personnel. Officers checked vehicle documents, monitored…

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