Everything you need to know about Uttar Asda: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Everything you need to know about Uttar Asda: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Lucknow, May 22 (IANS) A man killed his three children Wednesday in Uttar Pradesh and committed suicide by throwing himself in front of a speeding bus, police said. He suspected his wife to be in an illicit relation with one of his relatives.
Kannauj (Uttar Pradesh), May 21 (ANI): At least thirteen people were killed and 24 others injured in a road accident in the Sadar police station area of Uttar Pradesh's Kannauj District this morning.
Bangalore, May 16 (IANS) Karnataka created history by winning their maiden Rangaswamy Cup, the symbol of supremacy in the Indian Hockey Federation's senior National men's hockey championship after defeating Uttar Pradesh 3-1 in the final here Thursday.
New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): The Central Government has increased the Backward Region Grant Fund (BRGF) entitlement of Uttar Pradesh from 667 crore rupees to 818.17 crore rupees in 2013-14.
New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Wednesday sought explanation from the senior superintendent of police (SSP) of Bulandshahar in Uttar Pradesh over beating of a three-year-old girl by police officials in a court premises.
Lucknow, May 12 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday sought to woo members of the Brahmin community with a promise that his government would withdraw all false cases registered against the latter lodged under the SC/ST Act (Prevention of Atrocities Act) under the rule of the previous Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) headed by Mayawati.
Lucknow, May 10 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Irrigation Minister Shiv Pal Singh Yadav Friday turned down an invitation to him and his ministry officials from the US' Johns Hopkins University.
Amethi (Uttar Pradesh), May 8 (ANI): At least five people died in Amethi after consuming adulterated liquor.
Lucknow, May 8 (IANS) The last of television sets hooked on to cable networks blinked Tuesday midnight in Uttar Pradesh after operators cut transmission fearing the information and broadcasting ministry's wrath.
New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) The Samajwadi Party (SP) Thursday said the government may not last beyond October and early elections seemed inevitable.
Mumbai, April 29 (IANS) Nawazuddin Siddiqui says his brother Shammas Siddiqui is set to make his debut in filmdom as a director with a crime-based saga and adds that it will be in the commercial zone.
New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati Monday said an all-party meeting should be held to suggest amendments to tackle any shortcomings in the anti-rape law and also called for death penalty in cases of barbaric rapes.
Mumbai, April 20 (IANS) Two brothers, who killed a policeman and a college principal, were arrested in Mumbai Saturday by a joint team of Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh police, an official said. The two suspects opened fire on the police and were caught after a 30-minute chase.
Lucknow, April 18 (IANS) Aimed at boosting tourism and better air connectivity to Uttarakhand, Air india would begin flight service between Lucknow and Dehradun from May 2, officials said Thursday.
New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Rajnath Singh Tuesday told party leaders from Uttar Pradesh to "get aggressive" and reach out to people so as to win the most seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.
Lucknow, April 11 (IANS) A Right to Information (RTI) query has revealed that 1,828 officers of the provincial police service (PPS) in Uttar Pradesh were transferred in Uttar Pradesh in the last two years.
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Wednesday issued a notice to Uttar Pradesh Police for allegedly "torturing" a five-year-old boy by subjecting him to electric shocks.
Lucknow, March 28 (IANS) Weather across Uttar Pradesh turned pleasant Thursday after a spell of heat as it rained in many places and the day temperatures dropped by several notches.
Lucknow, March 18 (IANS) Faced with unrelenting criticism on the state's poor law and order, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday pulled up senior police officials and asked them to improve their and the force's functioning and act tough against criminals.
Lucknow, March 15 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, who completed his first year in power Friday, conceded that law and order in the state was a "matter for concern" and that "one bad incident can destroy the image and efforts" of his government.
The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Akhilesh Yadav Monday launched free laptop scheme for intermediate pass students as Samajwadi Party has made promise in its election manifesto during the 2012 assembly polls......................
Lucknow, Mar. 11 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Monday launched free laptop scheme for intermediate pass students as promised in the Samajwadi Party's (SP) manifesto during the 2012 assembly polls.
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Delhi Police is likely to book Brijesh Singh, a mafia don from Uttar Pradesh and his 13 associates under the stringent MCOCA in a case of extortion, an official said.
Lucknow, March 8 (IANS) A business delegation from Saudi Arabia arrived here Friday as part of an exclusive industry interaction tour organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to strengthen bilateral business ties.
Lucknow, Feb 19 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Tuesday accused the union government of not releasing funds of the centrally-aided projects and schemes in time, thus slackening the development process in the state.
Lucknow, Feb 16 (IANS) Heavy rains lashed most parts of Uttar Pradesh Saturday, bringing back the winter chill, the Met office said.
Lucknow, Feb 11 (IANS) Two people, including a convict, were Monday afternoon killed in firing by five car-borne assailants in Uttar Pradesh, police said.
Mumbai, Feb 6 (IANS) Bottom placed Dabur Mumbai Magicians would have nothing but their pride to defend when they take on second placed Ranchi Rhinos in their last league encounter of the Hockey India League here Thursday.
Lucknow, Feb 5 (IANS) Incessant rain brought back the winter chill in most parts of Uttar Pradesh Tuesday. The weather department predicted more showers in the next two days.
Lucknow, Feb 4 (IANS) Dutch ambassador Alphonsus Stoelinga Monday appreciated the prevailing investment atmosphere in Uttar Pradesh and said his country is planning to invest in meat and potato industry in the state.
Agra, Jan 28 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday said the state's priority is to revamp the investment-related policies across sectors and create an enabling and business friendly-environment.
New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) Fast improving Jaypee Punjab Warriors would look to ending the unbeaten run of league leaders Delhi Waveriders when they face-off in their Hero Hockey India League (HIL) encounter at the Major Dhyan Chand National Hockey Stadium here Tuesday.
Agra, Jan 27 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh will invest in product specific industrial infrastructure and set up national manufacturing investment zones that would create employment and boost growth, Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said Sunday.
Agra, Jan 27 (IANS) The Taj city is all decked up for the three-day Jan 27-29 CII sponsored global summit with Vice President Hamid Ansari set to inaugurate it Sunday evening. Uttar Pradesh will showcase investment opportunities in the meet.
Lucknow, Jan 24 (IANS) Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has sought more Saudi investment in Uttar Pradesh and greater cooperation with Riyadh in the fields of agriculture, education and tourism.
Lucknow, Jan 24 (IANS) Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has sought more Saudi investment in Uttar Pradesh and greater cooperation with Riyadh in the fields of agriculture, education and tourism.
New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS) Senior BJP leader L.K. Advani Wednesday said newly-elected party president Rajnath Singh's biggest responsibility would be to ensure that immoral acts are not tolerated and that the task ahead for the BJP is to be a "party with a difference".
Lucknow, Jan 22 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Mulayam Singh Yadav Tuesday bared his national ambitions again as he exhorted party cadres to work beyond "making a government in Uttar Pradesh".
Lucknow, Jan 15 (IANS) No multi-crore currency note garlands, no multi-tiered cakes, no pomp and show... Has a spell out of power mellowed firebrand BSP supremo Mayawati? If the low-key celebrations Tuesday on her 57th birthday are any indication, 'Behenji' is now a changed person and so admit her close aides.
Lucknow, Jan 8 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will inaugurate the 125th year celebrations of Uttar Pradesh Legislature here today.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) The principal of a school attended by a juvenile accused in the Dec 16 gang-rape case has failed to prove the claim that his age was under 18 years, police sources said Monday.
Lucknow, Jan 7 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government Monday said that it would be making major policy announcements at the Global Partnerships for Enduring Growth, the flagship international event of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) at Agra Jan 27-29.
Lucknow, Jan 4 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Friday said the Samajwadi Party (SP) favoured stringent laws against rapists and that such laws should be enforced strictly to check crimes against women.
Lucknow, Jan 4 (IANS) The cold wave intensified in Uttar Pradesh Friday following snowfall in the Himalayan region, officials said.
Lucknow, Jan 3 (IANS) After a brief respite, chilling cold returned with a vengeance in Uttar Pradesh Thursday with icy winds sweeping most parts and the day temperatures falling sharply.
Lucknow, Jan 1 (IANS) The second phase of the National Census through biometric registration began in Uttar Pradesh Tuesday, with Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and his family registering for the National Population Register (NPR).
Lucknow, Jan 1 (IANS) The new year started off on a bumpy note for Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav as journalists invited to his residence were kept waiting on the streets for over an hour, after which they boycotted the meeting.
London, Dec. 21 (ANI): High Street retailers in the UK have been accused of 'airbrushing Christianity out of Christmas' after market researchers found just over one percent of cards feature the birth of Jesus.
London, December 18 (ANI): Recipes created by popular television chefs are less healthy than supermarket ready meals, as they contain significantly more energy, protein, fat, and saturated fat and less fibre per portion, a new study has warned.
Lucknow, Dec 13 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh lodged the first case through the women's helpline 1090 Thursday after a computer student from Sonebhadra district refused to stop messaging vulgar texts on the mobile phones of two girls, police said.
Lucknow, Dec 13 (IANS) Over 18 lakh Uttar Pradesh government employees went on a flash strike after the bill on reservations in promotion in government jobs was tabled in the Rajya Sabha Thursday.
Lucknow, Dec 11 (IANS) The mercury is set to drop across Uttar Pradesh and fog is likely in most parts, Met officials said here Tuesday.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IANS) It has been attacking the government on corruption and price rise but questions are now being raised whether the BJP conceded political momentum to the Congress-led UPA government after the opposition-led motion against FDI in multibrand retail failed. Did the party overplay its hand by forcing a vote?
London, Dec 3 (ANI): Nicole Scherzinger was reportedly moved to tears by 'X Factor' sensation Jahmene Douglas' song tribute to his dead brother.
London, Dec 3 (ANI): Nicole Scherzinger was reportedly moved to tears by 'X Factor' sensation Jahmene Douglas' song tribute to his dead brother.
Lucknow, Dec 1 (IANS) Many parts of Uttar Pradesh woke up to a chilly weekend Saturday as icy winds swept across the state.
Lucknow, Nov 30 (IANS) The state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to elect its new president in the next two days. Insiders say that the election of Laxmikant Bajpayi to the post is a forgone conclusion.
London, November 28 (ANI): A 20-pound dress by Asda, which was created in response to a poll that saw Michelle Obama named as most impressive female dresser, has sold out almost overnight, it has been revealed.
Lucknow, Nov. 26 (ANI): There was complete chaos in the Uttar Pradesh assembly on Monday when the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) MLAs protested in the Well of the House over what they called the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.
London, Nov 23 (ANI): If you are scared of burning the turkey or being blamed for soggy sprouts, don't worry, as it turns out that you are not alone.
Lucknow, Nov. 22 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday waived off the loans of farmers on the occasion of Samjawadi party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav's birthday
Lucknow, Nov 22 (IANS) The Akhilesh Yadav?led Uttar Pradesh government Thursday announced a loan waiver for farmers who had mortgaged their agricultural lands and taken loans of up to Rs.50,000 from the state's cooperative banks.
Lucknow, Nov 19 (IANS) This year, the cold wave appears to have set in earlier than usual, weathermen said Monday, as winds swept Uttar Pradesh, bringing the temperature to below 10 degrees Celsius in the state capital.
New Delhi, Nov 17 (IANS) From selling snacks by the roadside to owning a business empire worth around Rs.8,000 crore, Ponty Chadha's was a real rags to riches story.
Kanpur, Nov. 10 (ANI): Samajwadi Party (SP) General Secretary Ram Asrey Kushwaha on Saturday took potshots at his party colleague from Maharashtra Abu Azmi, and asked him to introspect his remark that Muslims are not safe under the Akhilesh Yadav-led Government in Uttar Pradesh.
Ghaziabad, Nov 4 (IANS) Delhi coach Vijay Dahiya Sunday said skipper Virender Sehwag has got stitches on his index finger due to an injury but added that it is not a serious cause of concern for the star cricket batsman.
Ghaziabad, Nov 3 (IANS) Cricketers Virender Sehwag, Suresh Raina and Mohammad Kaif Saturday urged people here to "bowl out polio" from the country by ensuring that every child up to the age of five was immunised.
Lucknow, Nov 2 (IANS) Accusing the Samajwadi Party (SP) government of "completely failing" on the law and order front in Uttar Pradesh, the BJP has said that an assembly session should be convened immediately to discuss all issues threadbare.
New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) India's dashing opener Virender Sehwag Thursday rubbished media reports of his retirement from the Twenty20 squad.
Lucknow, Oct 25 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh cabinet Thursday approved the proposal of smart card driving licences across the state.
New Delhi, Oct 23 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav today said that Samajwadi Party more popular than many national parties and has more numbers and support.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) India Against Corruption activist Arvind Kejriwal Sunday said his organisation will produce fresh evidence against Law Minister Salman Khurshid, whom he has accused of forgery and embezzlement of funds through an NGO with which he and his wife are associated.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Launching another attack on Law Minister Salman Khurshid Sunday, India Against Corruption (IAC) activist Arvind Kejriwal again demanded the union minister's resignation.
Lucknow, Oct 12 (IANS) Paving the way for winter, most parts of Uttar Pradesh are seeing a dip in temperatures, the weather department said Friday.
New Delhi, Oct.10 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will undertake a two-day visit to Uttar Pradesh on October 12 and 13.
London, Oct 6 (ANI): Women are eating twice as many pies as men, with four in 10 saying they eat them each month, compared to two out of 10 males, a new survey has revealed.
Lucknow, Oct 3 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Wednesday decided to ban the Gutka industry in the state with effect from April 1, 2013, an official said. The decision is based on the Food Safety Act passed by parliament.
New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) A three-day programme for a headcount of river dolphins in the Ganges river will be carried out Oct 5-7 in and around Uttar Pradesh, officials said Wednesday. The programme is also aimed at spreading awareness about the endangered mammal.
Gorakhpur, Oct. 3 (ANI): People residing in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur district are living in fear with apprehensions of being affected by dengue fever, as the number of cases is increasing with each passing day.
New Delhi, Sep 28 (ANI): Union Law and Justice Minister Salman Khurshid on Friday said the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) probe will continue in spite of the closure report filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the case related to Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr. Y.S. Sachan's death.
London, September 24 (ANI): Asda has launched the first all in one body shaper for men that has been likened to spanx, a popular trimming and slimming underwear for women, which could make "moobs" and guts a thing of the past.
Lucknow, Sep 21 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh is seeking better and improved railway platforms in the state.
New Delhi, Sep 13 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Thursday sought a response from the Uttar Pradesh government over a Dalit girl being allegedly denied admission in school because she was a gangrape victim.
New Delhi, Sep 12 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday poked fun at Mulayam Singh Yadav after he called the ruling Congress Party scam-tainted, while hinting at the possibility of a Third Front emerging after the 2014 polls.
Kolkata, S Sep 12 (IANS) Urging all Samajwadi Party (SP) ministers in Uttar Pradesh to read the party's pre-poll manifesto thoroughly, party chief Mulayam Singh Wednesday said the state government should function in a way that it becomes a model for other states.
Underscoring his national political ambitions prior to the 2014 Lok Sabha polls, Samajwadi Party (SP) supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav Wednesday launched a frontal attack on the Congress, saying the ruling party's reputation has diminished due to scams.................
Kolkata, Sep 12 (ANI): Underscoring his national political ambitions prior to the 2014 Lok Sabha polls, Samajwadi Party (SP) supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav on Wednesday launched a frontal attack on the Congress, saying the ruling party's reputation has diminished for it is riddled with scams and it was high time for his party to take charge.
London, September 7 (ANI): A supermarket chain has claimed to have created a pair of jeans that can flatten stomachs and smooth away love handles.
Shimla, Sep 5 (IANS) Falling prices of electricity generated in the state and lack of buyers have left Himachal Pradesh virtually powerless, financially.
Lucknow, Sep 3 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday said that the Samajwadi Party government did not favour FDI in retail as this would harm the interests of small traders.
Lucknow, Aug 30 (IANS) The US ambassador to India, Nancy J. Powell called on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Thursday. The meeting, described as a courtesy call, was unscheduled.
London, August 23 (ANI): Most mothers are struggling to juggle their careers and their families, leaving them stressed out at work and exhausted at home, a new survey has found.
Lucknow, Aug 23 (IANS) The admission fee of Rs.35 has been scrapped in all government hospitals of Uttar Pradesh from Thursday, an official said.
London, August 21 (ANI): Biscuits' taste is improved if they are in slick packaging, as people's perception of the flavor is heightened by the glossy images on the wrapping.
London, August 21 (ANI): Biscuits' taste is improved if they are in slick packaging, as people's perception of the flavor is heightened by the glossy images on the wrapping.
Lucknow, Aug.20 (ANI): Engineers of the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) on Monday successfully averted state-wide collapse of electricity as mega hertz frequency dipped similar to last month's grid failure.
Lucknow, Aug 20 (IANS) It was a day of prayers and feasting in Uttar Pradesh Monday when Muslims turned up in large numbers to celebrate with traditional fervour Eid-ul-Fitr to mark the end of the month of Ramzan.
Lucknow, Aug 15 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday said there is a need to assess the progress made with regard to goals that were set to be accomplished after independence.
Lucknow, Aug 13 (IANS) Faced with complaints of corruption and irregularities, the Uttar Pradesh government Monday said that scholarships to students from among minorities in per-matric classes will be disbursed through state-run banks.
London, Aug 12 (ANI): A life-size cut-out of a police officer guarding the entrance and aisles of a shop in Leigh has been so effective that shoplifting been slashed by 75 percent.
