Lucknow: News
ED raids 25 locations linked to ₹1,000cr cough syrup racket
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a major crackdown on an alleged illegal trade of codeine-based cough syrup.
UP: Urban voters returning to rural rolls leave BJP scrambling
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) faces a peculiar challenge in Uttar Pradesh as the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls nears completion.
Dharmendra was 'extremely excited' for 'Ikkis,' recalls Sriram Raghavan
Sriram Raghavan, the director of the upcoming film Ikkis, recently spoke about his experience working with the legendary actor Dharmendra. The legendary actor's last film is set to release on December 25.
Kanpur student detained after Delhi blast confirmed as 'terror incident'
The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has detained a Kanpur-based medical student from Jammu and Kashmir for questioning in connection with the Delhi blast.
Instagram 'friend' invites Lucknow teen for joyride; later gangraped
A Class 7 student in Lucknow was allegedly gang-raped by three men after she met one of them, identified as Vimal Yadav, on Instagram.
'Not Sikhs': Pakistan denies Hindu pilgrims entry at Wagah border
Pakistan has denied entry to several Hindu pilgrims, who were traveling with a Sikh jatha, for the celebration of Guru Nanak Dev Ji's birth anniversary at Nankana Sahib.
Lucknow earns UNESCO Creative City tag for its rich cuisine
Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, has been recognized as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. The announcement was made on World Cities Day.
Rekha's 'Umrao Jaan' to screen at Red Sea Film Festival
The iconic 1981 Bollywood film Umrao Jaan, directed by Muzaffar Ali and starring Rekha in a National Film Award-winning role, will be screened at the upcoming Red Sea International Film Festival. This is the first time it will be shown outside India after its restoration.
'Victory has become a habit': Rajnath Singh on 'Operation Sindoor'
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has hailed the success of "Operation Sindoor," saying India's military strength has reached a point where "victory has become a habit."
Where to find the best kulchas in Lucknow
Lucknow, the city of nawabs, is famous for its royal breakfast options. Among them, the humble yet delectable kulcha stands out.
Goddess Durga slays 'demon' American tariffs at pandal in Lucknow
A Durga Puja pandal in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, has taken a unique approach this year by depicting "American tariffs" as the demon that Goddess Durga slays.
Kanpur 'I Love Muhammad' row: Samajwadi Party member arrested
A former police constable Zubair Ahmed Khan, also known as Zubair Gazi, has been arrested by the police for allegedly inciting violence in Kanpur's Railbazar area.
Wrongly accused of molestation, UP man dies by suicide
A bakery owner in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, died by suicide after being falsely implicated in a molestation case.
'Maareech' entered UP, will never show audacity again: Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has likened a shooter arrested in the Disha Patani house-firing case to "Maareech," a demon known for his disguise skills.
Haryanvi actor-director Uttar Kumar arrested for raping female actor
Haryanvi actor-director Uttar Kumar was taken into custody on September 14 after a 25-year-old singer-actor accused him of raping her under the pretext of giving her film roles and marrying her.
Lucknow-Delhi flight with Dimple Yadav grounded due to technical snag
An IndiGo flight headed from Lucknow to Delhi was grounded on Sunday due to a technical snag.
UP border towns on high alert amid deadly Nepal protests
The Uttar Pradesh government has put its police force on high alert across all seven border districts with Nepal.
Lucknow: Amity University student slapped 30 times in viral video
A shocking incident of violence has come to light from Lucknow, where a law student of Amity University was brutally assaulted by his classmates.
Survival tests to photography lessons: Shubhanshu Shukla shares Axiom-4 experience
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has shared his experiences from the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
'Ek Chatur Naar' teaser out: Divya Khossla packs a punch
The much-awaited comedy thriller Ek Chatur Naar, starring Divya Khossla and Neil Nitin Mukesh, has released its first teaser.
Thakur MLAs meet in Lucknow, BJP leaders' unease sparks speculation
A recent gathering of nearly 40 Thakur legislators at Lucknow's Hotel Clarks Avadh has sparked speculation in Uttar Pradesh's political circles.
Upset over girlfriend's suicide, man attacks her mother with ax
A man in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly attacked his deceased girlfriend's mother with an ax on Saturday. The accused, Vineet alias Golu Rawat, was reportedly upset over the suicide of his girlfriend Mohini.
UP: Ganga, Saryu rivers on rise; waterlogging in several cities
The Ganga River in Varanasi is nearing the danger mark due to heavy monsoon rains. The Namo Ghat has been submerged under knee-deep water.
Merchant Navy officer's wife found hanging; her family accuses husband
A 26-year-old woman, Madhu Singh, was found hanging at her Lucknow home just six months after her marriage.
'True Indians wouldn't say this': Supreme Court reprimands Rahul Gandhi
The Supreme Court on Monday stayed proceedings in a criminal defamation case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
Mukhtar Ansari's son forges document to claim father's property; arrested
Umar Ansari, the son of late gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari, was arrested on Sunday for allegedly submitting forged documents in court.
Lucknow schools closed due to heavy rainfall; Ayodhya area flooded
Due to heavy rainfall and overflowing rivers, all government and private schools from Classes 1-12 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, will remain closed on Monday, District Magistrate Visakh G Iyer announced.
Who's Changur Baba? 'taweez seller' who ran ₹100cr 'conversion' racket
Jamaluddin, popularly known as Changur Baba, was recently arrested in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh, for his alleged role in a large-scale religious conversion racket.
Unable to afford daughter's insulin, indebted businessman shoots self Live
A 36-year-old real estate businessman in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, shot himself with a 12-bore gun belonging to his office's security guard.
On camera: Lucknow milkman caught spitting in customer's milk; detained
A milkman, identified as Mohammad Sharif (alias Pappu), was detained in Lucknow's Gomti Nagar on Sunday after a resident accused him of spitting into the milk he was delivering.
Saudi flight carrying Hajj pilgrims faces technical snag; smoke seen
A Saudia Airlines aircraft, which was carrying Hajj pilgrims, developed a technical snag upon arrival at the Lucknow Airport on Monday, India Today and News18 reported.
It's a wrap! Prosenjit confirms Rajkummar's 'Maalik' shoot is complete
Bengali actor Prosenjit Chatterjee has confirmed that the shooting for his upcoming film Maalik, co-starring Rajkummar Rao, has been completed.
Amid India-Pakistan tensions, Rajnath Singh inaugurates BrahMos facility in Lucknow
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has launched the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The inauguration comes amid increased military tensions with Pakistan.
Pahalgam: Who's Dr. Medusa, Lucknow University professor charged with sedition
Dr. Madri Kakoti, aka Dr. Medusa, an assistant professor in Lucknow University's linguistics department, has been booked for sedition.
IMD forecasts thunderstorms, rain in 36 UP districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for thunderstorms and rain in 36 districts of Uttar Pradesh.
Shubman Gill averages 58.66 vs LSG in IPL: Key stats
The highly-anticipated IPL 2025 Match No. 26 will be played at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
How RSS is preparing groundwork for BJP's 2027 UP elections
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is increasing its outreach ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.
Shreyas Talpade accused of duping villagers in multi-crore scam
Bollywood actor Shreyas Talpade has once again found himself in a controversy—this time involving a multi-crore financial scam.
UP liquor shops offer huge discounts ahead of new policy
Ahead of a new liquor policy coming into effect from April 1, shops in Uttar Pradesh are selling at huge discounts.
Air India passenger found dead with seatbelt fastened after landing
A passenger was found dead with his seatbelt still fastened on an Air India flight after it landed at the Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow.