Lucknow — The main accused in the brutal robbery and murder of a woman from Ayodhya has been killed in a police encounter in Malihabad, bringing a critical breakthrough in the case that sparked public outrage. According to police sources, the accused, identified as Ajay — an auto driver — was involved in the heinous crime where a woman, who had boarded his auto from Alambagh Bus Stand, was robbed and later murdered. The woman had resisted an attempt of robbery and sexual assault, following which she was strangled to death.…
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Four Arrested for Daylight Robbery at Cold Drink Warehouse in Aligarh; Minor Among Accused
Aligarh — Police have arrested four individuals, including a minor, involved in a daring daylight robbery at a cold drink warehouse in the New Basti area of Bannadevi police station limits in Aligarh. The incident occurred on March 15, when the robbers brandished a country-made pistol (tamanchas) and knives to threaten the elderly warehouse operator and fled with cash. Robbery Captured on CCTV According to the FIR filed by Sunny Narayan, the owner of the warehouse, the robbery took place when he had gone home for lunch, leaving his father at…
Read MoreRajasthan Police Team Visits Lucknow’s 1090 Women Power Line Headquarters to Study Helpline Model
Aim to replicate the women-centric helpline in Rajasthan for improved safety and swift action Lucknow — A special delegation from the Rajasthan Police’s Women and Child Safety Organization visited the 1090 Women Power Line Helpline headquarters in Lucknow to study its operational model. The team’s objective was to understand the functioning of the helpline as they plan to launch a similar initiative in their state. The visiting team included Deputy Commissioner of Police (Headquarters) Devendra Kumar Bishnoi, Additional SP Mahesh Sharma, Dharmendra Kumar, and Deputy Director Vishal Singh. They explored the…
Read MoreChange in Jurisdiction of DCPs on the Cards, Proposal for New Police Stations Under Review
Police Commissioner convenes high-level meeting, JCP Crime Bablu Kumar appointed as Nodal Officer Lucknow — In a bid to improve law enforcement efficiency amid the city’s rapid expansion, the jurisdiction of Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) in Lucknow is likely to undergo a major overhaul. Alongside, a proposal to establish new police stations in expanding suburban and rural areas is also under consideration. A high-level meeting led by Police Commissioner Amrendra Kumar Sengar was held recently to review the current jurisdictional arrangements and plan for future policing needs. During the meeting,…
Read MoreMassive Police Reshuffle in Uttar Pradesh After Holi: 32 IPS and 17 DSP Officers Get New Postings
Lucknow – In a major post-Holi administrative shake-up, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced the transfer of 49 police officers, including 32 IPS and 17 Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) rank officers. The move is being seen as part of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s strategy to enhance law and order management across the state. According to official sources, IPS officer Vikas Kumar Vaidya has been appointed DIG Establishment at the DGP Headquarters, while Suryakant Tripathi has been made DIG Fire Services. D. Pradeep Kumar will now serve as DIG of…
Read MoreSensational Murder Case Solved in Lucknow’s Nagaram Area
Lucknow : Police in Lucknow’s Nagaram area have uncovered a shocking murder case, where a man allegedly killed his wife and tried to disguise it as a road accident. In a swift operation, police arrested the husband along with his accomplice. Authorities also recovered the murder weapon (a wooden stick), as well as the deceased’s broken bangles and bracelet. The Murder Unveiled On March 18, 2025, Rajaram, a local resident, filed a report at Nagaram police station stating that his niece Malti, who was married to Tilakram, son of Nanhkau,…
Read MoreNorth Delhi Police Seize 2,600 Bottles of Illicit Liquor, Arrest Two Bootleggers in Major Crackdown
New Delhi — In a major breakthrough against bootlegging and the smuggling of illicit liquor, the Anti-Narcotics Cell of North District, Delhi Police, successfully apprehended two bootleggers transporting a massive stock of illegal liquor meant for sale in Haryana. Acting on a secret tip-off, the team recovered 52 cartons of illicit liquor (2,600 quarter bottles) and seized the Maruti Swift Dzire car used for transportation. Crackdown Under Special Drive Against Illicit Liquor The North District Police, under a special initiative to curb the smuggling of liquor from neighboring states, has intensified…
Read MoreDesperate Criminal Linked to Gogi Gang Arrested by Special Staff in Rohini
Delhi – In a major breakthrough under Operation Panther-Claw, the Special Staff of Rohini District Police has arrested a notorious criminal, identified as Kuldeep alias Golu (31), a member of the infamous Gogi Gang. The arrest has led to the recovery of two country-made pistols and two live cartridges from his possession. Crackdown on Gang Activity Acting on the directives of Union Home Minister Amit Shah to eliminate gang-related crime in Delhi, the Rohini Police launched a targeted operation on March 15, 2025, to curb gangster activities in the region. During…
Read MoreJoint Police Operation Cracks Murder Case in Lucknow’s BKT; Accused Arrested with Stolen Ornaments
Lucknow – In a swift breakthrough, the joint efforts of the Crime Branch and Surveillance Team of Lucknow Police Commissionerate’s North Zone, along with BKT (Bakshi Ka Talab) Police Station, have successfully solved a recent murder case. The accused, who killed a woman with the intent of robbery, has been arrested. The incident occurred on March 6, 2025, when the deceased woman had purchased a pair of anklets (payal) from a jewelry shop in BKT. The accused, identified as Tejbahadur alias Teja (23), attempted to rob her on her way back.…
Read MoreLucknow Police Crack Down on Speeding and Modified Bikes in Intensive Traffic Campaign
Lucknow: In a bid to enforce traffic discipline and curb noise pollution, Lucknow Police have launched a stringent campaign against high-speed and modified motorcycles. A special checking drive was conducted in the Gomti Nagar Extension area, where several vehicles underwent thorough inspection. Under the leadership of Inspector Sudhir Awasthi, the Bharwara area witnessed focused checks aimed at identifying violators. During the operation, a motorcycle equipped with a modified silencer was seized for violating traffic regulations. Authorities confirmed that strict legal action would be taken against offenders found flouting the rules.…
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