Uttar Pradesh

Akhilesh in SP is expanding the PDA to include Pandits in an effort to attract Brahmins in Uttar Pradesh. Mr. Yadav criticized the BJP government for neglecting Brahmins and other marginalized communities, accusing it of targeting opposition workers and leaders.

The Samajwadi Party is reconsidering its strategy in Uttar Pradesh to focus on non-Yadav Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and Dalits, as it seeks to address losses in 15 Assembly seats where Yadav candidates contested but failed to win in the previous election.

Karnataka has recorded one of the highest draft-stage deletions, surpassing Uttar Pradesh (19.09%) and Arunachal Pradesh (18.7%), with 1.10 crore voters under ASDDO.

A social activist is demanding a time-bound investigation and prosecution of those responsible for a paper leak in Uttar Pradesh to restore public trust in the examination process and recruitment drive. The call includes establishing a special monitoring cell to address the issue.

Uttar Pradesh aims to distribute 50 million national flags through the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign. Chief Minister mandates screening of the National Song and National Anthem in all cinema halls on August 14 and 15.

The Uttar Pradesh trade show 2026 aims to boost global manufacturing and exports. Chief Minister reviews preparations, stating that UPITS serves as an effective platform to showcase the state’s industrial potential and global branding.

SGFI president Deepak Kumar emphasizes a strategy to position Uttar Pradesh among India's top three sporting states by 2036. The plan also aims to secure the inclusion of traditional sports like Kabaddi and Yoga in the Olympics.

Young government job aspirants in Uttar Pradesh are experiencing recruitment delays, causing them to lose their prime years and leading to growing discontent. The article highlights concerns about social mobility and stability among the state's youth.

CAQM has urged the governments of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan to deploy drones for monitoring stubble burning in paddy cultivation areas, particularly in hotspot villages and fire-prone locations. Drone surveys are to be conducted from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., a period when attempts to evade satellite detection are more likely.

Students from Sarvodaya Inter College in Kishanpur, Uttar Pradesh, staged a protest demanding basic facilities. The school is government-aided and has nearly 1,800 students.

Authorities in BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh allege 38 of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University's 40 buildings were built illegally. India is moving to demolish the university founded by a Muslim leader.

Students in Uttar Pradesh held a rally demanding an investigation into alleged lapses in the Lekhpal exam and reforms to recruitment processes.

An activist is demanding time-bound prosecution in long-pending paper leak cases involving Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party MLA Bedi Ram and Nishad Party MLA Vipul Dubey, both allies of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Uttar Pradesh.

Metpally police arrested a hired shooter from Uttar Pradesh for attempting to murder a woman linked to a property dispute. The suspect was engaged to carry out the attack, which remains under investigation.

Ram Vyas Verma was found dead at a pump station with head injuries caused by a blunt object. He was a local Samajwadi Party leader in Uttar Pradesh's Ballia.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids in Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Punjab as part of an investigation into a ₹450 crore bank loan fraud case linked to a CBI inquiry. The probe involves an alleged fraud where a loan was availed from a consortium of banks.

The body of Nigam Kumar, a native of Uttar Pradesh, was recovered from the Vilangad river after a four-day search involving various rescue teams.

The Uttar Pradesh government has conducted physical route inspections and reviewed security measures for the Kanwar Yatra, aiming for zero incidents and accidents during the event.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at 13 locations linked to an alleged terror-funding and illegal infiltration case. The case is tied to an FIR registered by the Anti-Terror Squad of Uttar Pradesh, with searches carried out in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, West Bengal, and Maharashtra.

Kanwariyas in Uttar Pradesh’s Muzaffarnagar vandalised a pickup vehicle after it allegedly brushed against one of their 'kanwars'. The incident triggered anger among the pilgrims, leading to the vehicle's damage.

A Dalit girl's murder in Meerut has intensified political tensions in Uttar Pradesh, with leaders exchanging sharp remarks. Protests turned confrontational as demonstrators clashed with law enforcement.

Monsoon activity caused cloudy skies in Delhi and landslides blocking highways in hill states. Heavy rainfall in Uttar Pradesh on July 10 led to below-normal temperatures and forecasts of isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall.

India's power company, NTPC Ltd., is seeking uranium assets overseas to support its nuclear energy expansion. The article mentions NTPC's building in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

Two people were killed and 27 injured when a double-decker bus collided with a stationary truck in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. Preliminary investigation suggests the bus driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel.

The panel on simultaneous polls is unlikely to finalize its report by the Monsoon Session. Panel chairperson P.P. Chaudhary stated that more consultations are needed, and the panel is scheduled to visit Uttar Pradesh on July 9.

A trust managing India's Ram temple in Ayodhya, built on the site of the demolished Babri Masjid, has reshuffled its leadership following accusations of millions of rupees being stolen from donations. The scandal has intensified political tensions ahead of elections in Uttar Pradesh, with opposition parties demanding a trust dissolution and independent investigation.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the Nanded-Mumbai and Tanakpur-Nanded express trains. He also announced the extension of the Tanakpur-Pilibhit train service to Shahjahanpur in Uttar Pradesh.

The article questions Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's emphasis on Uttar Pradesh's revenue surplus, suggesting its spending patterns indicate underlying issues rather than success.

The first instalment of ₹25,863 crore under VB-GRAM G was released, with Uttar Pradesh receiving the highest allocation of ₹3,210.76 crore, followed by Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu, while Kerala received ₹925.33 crore. Concerns about centralised planning and high technological barriers remain.

A state-appointed Special Investigation Team arrested three employees of an Agra-based private printing firm in connection with the Maharashtra TET paper leak. This brings the total number of people in custody to 10.

BJP party chief Nitin Nabin predicts a decisive victory for the party in Uttar Pradesh. He expressed being overwhelmed by the respect received in the region associated with Lord Shri Ram during his two-day visit to Lucknow.

The Allahabad High Court refused to halt an Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) investigation into the funding of over 4,000 madrassas in Uttar Pradesh. The court stated that conducting an inquiry alone cannot be considered coercive action against the petitioners.

A hoax bomb threat was made against ISRO, leading to the arrest of a man traced to Uttar Pradesh. The incident highlights a security concern addressed through law enforcement action.

Enforcement of zero-liquid discharge norms in Kanpur's Jajmau tanneries has helped reduce pollution in the Ganga in Uttar Pradesh. The Jajmau tannery belt is identified as the largest single point source of industrial pollution on the Ganga main stem.

Uttar Pradesh is implementing policy reforms and a cluster-based development approach to transform its poultry ecosystem. The poultry sector in the state has seen significant growth over the last decade, enhancing egg availability for consumers.

Three individuals, Sonu Singh, Mithun Singh, and Kapil Dahiya, were arrested in Uttar Pradesh by a state-appointed special investigation team in connection with the Maharashtra TET paper leak case.

The UP defence corridor has attracted ₹39,571 crore investment with 65 companies engaged and nine manufacturing units operational. UPDIC is bolstering India's defense self-reliance and supporting Uttar Pradesh's goal of becoming a $1 trillion economy.

Uttar Pradesh Congress leader Ajay Rai claimed he was detained in Ayodhya while attempting to visit the Ram temple during an embezzlement controversy. The incident is linked to ongoing disputes surrounding the temple.

A Chetak Aviation Cessna 152 aircraft crash-landed in a field in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh, during solo flying at Aligarh. The trainee pilot is reported to be safe, according to the DGCA.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported favorable conditions for the southwest monsoon to advance into parts of the North Arabian Sea, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand within the next 2-3 days. Delhi and Uttar Pradesh are currently experiencing heatwaves, but the IMD suggests the monsoon delay may end in 5-6 days.