Lucknow: The iconic Bada Imambara, one of Lucknow’s most cherished historical landmarks, is facing a serious threat due to illegal construction in its vicinity. Unauthorized shops are being constructed near the Market on land protected by the Archaeological Department, violating regulations that prohibit construction in this sensitive area. Despite repeated alerts from local residents and media reports, the concerned authorities, including the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA), Lucknow Municipal Corporation, and Archaeological Department, remain inactive say reports. Rampant Violations Sources reveal that shops have been erected without the mandatory administrative approvals,…
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Foetus in cargo parcel raises alarm bells in airport
Lucknow: There was a stir at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in the capital Lucknow. When a foetus was found in a box during cargo scanning here. The security personnel present at the airport took immediate action and arrested the agent. According to the information received, this parcel was booked from Lucknow to Mumbai address. The cargo employees were shocked to see the foetus in the parcel. Also, the agent who came to book the courier was also immediately taken into custody. After this, the young man was handed over…
Read MoreMan involved in kidnap and rape of minor now in police net
Lucknow: The surveillance team of Police Commissionerate Lucknow and Thana Naka Hindola Police have arrested the accused of kidnapping and raping a minor girl. The victim has also been recovered safely. According to information received from the police, on 18 November 2024, the accused Aamir (25) lured the minor girl, Kalpana (name changed), and took her away from Lucknow to Banaras. The complainant, the victim’s brother, lodged a case at Thana Naka. In the complaint, an FIR (FIR No. 143/24) was registered under Sections 87 and 137 (2) BNS. In…
Read MoreGang of bike lifters busted by Lucknow cops
Lucknow: The Sushant Golf City Police Station of the capital Lucknow has busted a vicious gang of vehicle thieves. The police have arrested 5 members of this gang and recovered 8 stolen two-wheelers from their possession. Several cases were registered against these accused under serious sections. The arrested criminals were running criminal activities under the guise of different businesses. Details of incidents: Complaints of several incidents of vehicle theft were registered in the Sushant Golf City police station in the past. The major complaints among these were: 4 November 2024:…
Read MoreLove triangle goes horribly wrong
Lucknow: Lucknow Police has arrested four accused while busting a false murder attempt case. In this case, the victim had hatched a criminal conspiracy by getting himself shot. On 27 November 2024, Arun Kumar Maurya (victim) informed the police that some unknown person shot him near Bajpur Gangaura turn. The police immediately registered a case on this information. During the investigation, it was revealed that Arun Kumar, along with his accomplices, had got himself shot. The purpose of this was to implicate his wife’s male friend in a false case.…
Read MorePost Sambhal fiasco, cops release photos of culprits
Sambhal: The police and the district administration are in full action in the case of violence during the survey of Jama Masjid in Sambhal. After this violence, the police has started taking action rapidly. While on one hand the report of violence has been sent to the government, on the other hand, pictures of the rioters involved in the riot in Nakhasa area have also been released. The police has released pictures of 39 masked rioters and appealed to the public to identify them. According to the police FIR, the…
Read MoreFirst arrest made in high profile Greater Noida accident
Greater Noida: The car of the daughters of Jagatguru Kripalu Maharaj, the founder of Bhaktidham Mangadh and Prem Mandir Vrindavan, was hit by a speeding truck driver on the Yamuna Expressway. One of his daughters died in this accident, while two other daughters are being treated in a private hospital in Delhi. In this case, the police have arrested the wanted accused truck driver. Dankaur police station of Greater Noida has made this arrest. The police has told that in a complaint given on November 24, it was told that…
Read MoreFrom Debt to Death: Banda’s Shocking Family Murder Uncovered by Police
Banda, Uttar Pradesh: In a chilling crime that has shocked the residents of Banda district, the police have solved the gruesome murder of Buddha Vilas, a 50-year-old man, whose body was discovered in a roadside ditch on October 29, 2024. The investigation led to a shocking revelation: the murder was orchestrated by his nephew, Adesh Pandey, who, along with his accomplices, brutally strangled him in a remote area to conceal his fraudulent dealings and avoid a family dispute. Motive Behind the Murder The police have revealed that the main accused,…
Read MoreTechnology Meets Tenacity: The Women Police Revolution in Lucknow
Mission Shakti: Empowering Lucknow’s Women Police Force to Get Smarter by the Day Lucknow: Under Mission Shakti, a flagship initiative by the Uttar Pradesh government, the empowerment of women police personnel has taken center stage. The program focuses on equipping women officers with modern tools, training, and leadership opportunities to combat rising challenges in law enforcement effectively. Lucknow, as a hub of the initiative, is witnessing a transformation in its women police force, making them smarter, more efficient, and technologically savvy. Key Initiatives Driving Smarter Policing 1. Skill Enhancement Through…
Read MoreHow Lucknow Became the Cybercrime-Fighting Hub of North India
Lucknow’s Battle Against Cybercrime: A New Era of Countermeasures Lucknow: Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, has been rapidly adapting to the new age of cybercrime. As technology evolves, so do the tactics of cybercriminals, posing significant challenges for authorities. However, the city has taken innovative and multi-pronged approaches to counteract smart criminal networks. Here’s an in-depth look at the ongoing fight, complete with initiatives, key players, and data-driven results. The Rising Threat: Cybercrime in Lucknow Lucknow has witnessed a sharp rise in cybercrime cases in recent years. According to…
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