Uttar Pradesh: News
UP scraps mandatory prepaid smart meters, reverts to postpaid billing
The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to discontinue the mandatory use of prepaid smart meters for electricity consumers.
You can use Ganga Expressway toll-free for 15 days
The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a 15-day toll waiver for the newly opened Ganga Expressway, the longest expressway in the state.
UP: Census 2027 first phase to begin on May 22
The first phase of Uttar Pradesh's Census 2027, the Houselisting and Housing Census (HLO), will begin on May 22.
'Digital arrest' victim pursued by scammers even to her funeral
A 28-year-old mother of two in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor died by suicide this week after cyber fraudsters posing as law enforcement officers relentlessly harassed, blackmailed, and threatened her with "digital arrest."
Steamer explodes in J&K fruit mandi, killing 2
Two people were killed after a steamer exploded at a cold storage facility in the fruit mandi area of the Shopian district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Wednesday evening.
Allu Arjun's 'Raaka' is already sparking bidding war in Bihar
The upcoming pan-India film Raaka, starring Telugu superstar Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone, is creating a buzz among distributors in Bihar already.
Ganga Expressway toll rates: How much do you pay?
The Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) has fixed the toll rates for the Ganga Expressway for the financial year 2026-27.
Why Firozabad's glass industry is facing risk of closure
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is affecting India's "glass city," Firozabad, in Uttar Pradesh.
'Bengal voting in fearless atmosphere; it was unimaginable earlier': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prospects in West Bengal, based on high voter turnout during the ongoing second phase of polling.
Meerut to Prayagraj in 6-hrs: Modi inaugurates 594km-long Ganga Expressway
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the Ganga Expressway, Uttar Pradesh's longest expressway.
'Understand this...': IPS officer on poll duty warns TMC candidate
In West Bengal's Falta constituency, IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma has issued a stern warning to relatives of All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) candidate Jehangir Khan.
How Ganga Expressway could reshape Uttar Pradesh's economy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Ganga Expressway on April 29.
Pune deaths add to 622 sanitation worker fatalities since 2017
Three migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh died in Pune district on Saturday while cleaning a drainage tank at a mushroom processing unit.
'Carry onion in pocket': Scindia's remedy to beat summer heat
Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia has sparked a debate with his unconventional advice to beat the summer heat.
Heatwave alert pushes Delhi-NCR schools to revise timings, advance vacations
As a severe heatwave continues to grip several parts of India, schools in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) have changed their timings and advanced summer vacations.
India weather: Western disturbance to bring rain, cool temperatures
India is currently experiencing a dramatic weather shift, with some states expected to witness heavy rainfall while others are under a severe heatwave.
Modi to inaugurate UP's longest Ganga Expressway on April 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Ganga Expressway on April 29.
Delhi sizzles at 42.8°C, records hottest day of 2026
Delhi recorded its hottest day of the year on Saturday, with Safdarjung observatory recording a maximum temperature of 42.8°C. This is 5.1 degrees above normal for this time of year.
36 injured as 'rabid' dog creates chaos at UP wedding
As many as 36 people were injured after a stray dog, suspected to be rabid, entered a wedding venue in Badaun district of Uttar Pradesh on Monday and went on a biting spree.
IMD warns of heatwaves, thunderstorms across India till April 25
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has forecast a mix of weather conditions across the country for the ongoing week, up to April 25.
Delhi to touch 40°C: When does IMD issue heatwave alert?
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for several parts of north and central India, including Delhi.
UP man slits daughters' throats, calls police to confess
A 48-year-old man, Shashi Ranjan Mishra, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 11-year-old twin daughters in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, NDTV reported.
Heatwave grips north India, temperatures nearing 40°C in several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave warning for North India, with temperatures nearing or exceeding 40°C in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, and intense heat conditions in Punjab, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh.
Massive fire breaks out in UP's slum area of Indirapuram
A massive fire broke out in a cluster of jhuggis in Indirapuram's Kanawani village in Uttar Pradesh on Thursday afternoon.
Stalin begins statewide protest against delimitation bill, burns copy
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has launched a statewide protest against the central government's proposed delimitation exercise.
Comedian Anudeep Katikala detained for jokes on Pawan Kalyan
Stand-up comedian Anudeep Katikala was detained by Andhra Pradesh police on Tuesday in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
What's special about Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Modi inaugurated
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, a major infrastructure project aimed at reducing travel time between the two cities.
50+ fake handles created in 24hrs before Noida protests: Police
The Noida Police has identified over 50 bot handles created in the run-up to the workers' protest and used to spread rumours, officials said, according to The Indian Express.
Noida protests planned via WhatsApp groups, QR codes: Police
Over 300 people have been arrested and seven FIRs registered in connection with the workers' protest that turned violent in Noida on Monday and Tuesday.
UP revises minimum wages across categories following Noida labor unrest
The Uttar Pradesh government has revised minimum wages for workers across categories.
33% women quota push exposes big gap in India's legislatures
The Narendra Modi-led government has called a special session of Parliament from April 16-18 to discuss the Women's Reservation Bill.
Noida workers' protests block key roads: Check affected routes
Protests erupted in Noida and Greater Noida on Monday after a woman was injured in firing during clashes the previous day.
Noida: Workers' protest over salary hike turns violent
A protest by workers over salary hikes in Noida's Phase 2 turned violent on Monday.
UP: Bus returning from wedding procession rams truck, 6 killed
A tragic accident occurred in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, on Sunday when a bus returning from a wedding procession collided with a truck.
Dehradun: Man arrested for spying for ISI-linked terrorist
The Special Task Force (STF) of Uttarakhand Police has arrested a 29-year-old man, Vikrant Kashyap, for allegedly collaborating with a Pakistan-based terrorist.
Uttar Pradesh: 10 dead, several missing as Mathura boat capsizes
A tragic boating accident occurred in the Yamuna River at KC Ghat, Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh's Mathura district, on Friday afternoon.
IMD warns of thundersqualls, hailstorms across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a spell of intense weather across India over the next few days.
LPG crisis: UP, Rajasthan, Telangana fast-track piped natural gas rollout
In light of the ongoing LPG shortage, several Indian states are fast-tracking the rollout of piped natural gas (PNG) connections to homes.
UP man killed in Russia coercively recruited: Family
A 22-year-old man from Mawasi village in Uttar Pradesh's Rampur was killed while serving in the Russian army amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Back-to-back western disturbances to cause thunderstorms, strong winds in Delhi
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a high alert for Delhi-NCR on Sunday. The warning comes as back-to-back western disturbances are expected to cause thunderstorms and strong winds of up to 50km/h.