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NHRC seeks report from UP over women's beating

May 24, 2013 at 6:38 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Friday sought a report from Uttar Pradesh Police over five women being assaulted in Lalitpur district.

'Illegal occupants in 27 government properties in Lucknow'

May 24, 2013 at 4:46 PM

Lucknow, May 24 (IANS) Of the 89 government properties allotted by the Uttar Pradesh government here to various organisations and individuals, 27 are being illegally occupied, according to an estate department reply to a Right to Information (RTI) query.

Suspecting wife, man kills three children, self in UP

May 22, 2013 at 9:42 PM

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.

Congress names new zonal chiefs in Uttar Pradesh

May 20, 2013 at 11:34 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Miffed over the performance of its eight zonal in charges, including two central ministers, in politically crucial Uttar Pradesh, the Congress appointed a new team Monday.

Illegal structures on Yamuna, Hindon banks to be demolished

May 20, 2013 at 9:02 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) The National Green Tribunal (NGT) Monday ordered the demolition of all unauthorised structures on the flood plains and river beds of Yamuna and Hindon rivers in Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, officials said.

Lodge FIRs against two BSP ministers: UP Lokayukta

May 20, 2013 at 8:06 PM

Lucknow, May 20 (IANS) The noose tightened against BSP leaders Monday with the Uttar Pradesh Lokayukta asking Chief Minister Akhlish Yadav to lodge first information reports (FIR) against two former ministers for corruption.

Congress names new zonal chiefs in Uttar Pradesh

May 20, 2013 at 6:38 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Miffed over the performance of its eight zonal chiefs, including two central ministers, in the politically crucial Uttar Pradesh, the Congress appointed a new team Monday, said party sources.

Severe heat wave conditions prevail across India

May 19, 2013 at 4:14 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (AN): Severe heat wave conditions continue to prevail over the north-west, central and eastern parts of the country.

6.4 million Indians suffer from cancer and bronchial diseases

May 17, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Kannauj (Uttar Pradesh), May 17 (ANI): Despite government's claim to provide better healthcare, 6.4 million people in India suffer from cancer and bronchial diseases.

Hockey: Karnataka lift Rangaswamy Cup

May 16, 2013 at 10:06 PM

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.

Centre hikes backward region grant fund entitlement of UP

May 16, 2013 at 10:38 AM

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.

Five killed in UP wall collapse

May 16, 2013 at 9:58 AM

Lucknow, May 16 (IANS) Five passers-by were buried alive when an old wall of a house collapsed in Uttar Pradesh's Bhadohi town, police said Thursday.

UP Police beat minor, NHRC seeks explanation

May 15, 2013 at 8:38 PM

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.

Akhilesh Yadav woos Brahmins in UP ahead of 2014 polls with promise to withdraw false cases

May 12, 2013 at 5:50 PM

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.

UP minister declines US varsity invite

May 10, 2013 at 4:22 PM

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.

Five people die after consumption of spurious liquor in Amethi

May 8, 2013 at 1:45 PM

Amethi (Uttar Pradesh), May 8 (ANI): At least five people died in Amethi after consuming adulterated liquor.

Akhilesh hints at arrests of BSP ministers involved in corruption

May 7, 2013 at 7:04 PM

Lucknow, May 7 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Tuesday hinted of impending trouble in form of arrests of former Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) ministers in the state by categorically asserting that law would be allowed to take its own free course in graft matters.

Health minister to represent Uttar Pradesh at ADB meet

May 3, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Lucknow, May 3 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh will be represented by Health Minister Ahmad Hasan at the 46th annual body meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), currently underway at Greater Noida, officials said Friday.

Government may not last beyond October: SP

May 2, 2013 at 1:56 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) The Samajwadi Party (SP) Thursday said the government may not last beyond October and early elections seemed inevitable.

Nawazuddin's brother to direct commercial film

April 29, 2013 at 7:48 PM

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.

UP minister to cut short US visit

April 26, 2013 at 10:28 AM

Lucknow, April 26 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Minister Mohammad Azam Khan has decided to cut short his US trip after his "long and humiliating frisking" at the Logan airport in Boston, an official here said.

SC raps police forces over treatment of women

April 25, 2013 at 10:36 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) The Supreme Court Thursday said that it would take a very serious view of another incident of police violence against a woman, and the person involved would have to bear the wrath of the court.

NHRC issues notice to UP Police over rapes

April 23, 2013 at 4:52 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) The NHRC said Tuesday that it has sought reports from the Uttar Pradesh government over its role in the alleged beating and detention of two rape victims in the state.

Akhilesh calls for third front

April 22, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Chennai, April 22 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday called for a third front at the national level as the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have both failed in their promises.

More amendments needed to make anti-rape law stronger: Mayawati

April 22, 2013 at 5:00 PM

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.

UP cop's two murderers held in Mumbai

April 20, 2013 at 10:12 PM

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.

New transfer policy announced in Uttar Pradesh

April 19, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Lucknow, April 19 (IANS) Finding itself having to explain the frequent transfers of officials, the Uttar Pradesh government has come out with a new transfer policy, to take effect in May. Sources said Friday a government order has been issued in this regard.

Modi factor will not benefit BJP, says Mayawati

April 18, 2013 at 6:44 PM

Lucknow, April 18 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati Thursday ruled out any political benefit to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in case it filed Narendra Modi as its prime ministerial candidate.

Lucknow, Dehradun Air India flight from May 2

April 18, 2013 at 9:48 AM

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.

Muslim parties in India (Lead, To go with: Muslim parties echo minority aspirations in secular Ind

April 17, 2013 at 3:24 PM

-- Indian Union Muslim League (based in Kerala)

'Muslim' parties in India (To go with: Muslim parties echo minority aspirations in secular India)

April 17, 2013 at 1:08 PM

-- Indian Union Muslim League (based in Kerala)

Reach out aggressively to people, Rajnath tells UP BJP

April 16, 2013 at 9:40 PM

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.

Action is my forte: Tiger Shroff

April 15, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Mumbai, April 15 (IANS) Tiger Shroff has already started shooting for his debut film "Heropanti" with routine scenes but will soon go into heavy duty dancing and then what he loves the best - the action sequences.

140 shanties gutted in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar

April 14, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Kushinagar/Kanpur (UP), April 14 (ANI): A raging fire engulfed a slum area in Khushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday, leaving hundreds of people homeless.

Nearly 2,000 UP cops transferred in two years

April 11, 2013 at 2:44 PM

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.

NHRC notice to UP Police for 'torturing' 5-year-old

April 10, 2013 at 5:24 PM

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.

Children kill their father in Saharanpur

April 8, 2013 at 3:33 PM

Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) Apr 8 (ANI): Two sons and a daughter in Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh allegedly murdered their own father, said police on Monday.

UP wins 'most improved state' award under health insurance scheme

April 6, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Lucknow, April 6 (IANS) In a first, Uttar Pradesh has been selected as the "most improved state" under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). The award would be handed over to Alok Kumar, the scheme's CEO in the state, at a function in Thiruvananthapuram April 8.

Advani wants stronger BJP in UP

April 3, 2013 at 11:08 PM

Lucknow, April 3 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L.K. Advani Wednesday asked the Uttar Pradesh unit to strengthen the party in the state and fight graft.

'UP will move on a progressive path': Akhilesh Yadav

April 2, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Lucknow, Apr. 2 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday said that the state would tread the path of development and the ruling Samajwadi Party would work in the interest of the farmers.

What is Mulayam Singh up to? (News Analysis)

March 30, 2013 at 6:42 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Driven by the ambition of being the prime ministerial nominee in case a Third Front comes to the fore after the 2014 general elections, Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav is pitching to play the big game with his lofty on-again, off-again expressions of support designed to keep the ruling UPA coalition on the edge.

Lightning kills nine in Uttar Pradesh

March 30, 2013 at 9:30 AM

Lucknow, March 30 (IANS) Even as pleasant weather in the last two days brought some respite for residents of Uttar Pradesh, lightning which accompanied the rains killed at least nine people in different parts of the state till late Friday, officials said.

Chidambaram and Akhilesh talk business over coffee and idli

March 29, 2013 at 5:38 PM

Lucknow, March 29 (IANS) Over cups of steaming coffee and idli, union Finance Minister P. Chidambaram and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Friday talked business as speculation mounted over the future of the Samajwadi Party (SP)-Congress equation.

Chidambaram, Akhilesh talk business over coffee and idli

March 29, 2013 at 2:42 PM

Lucknow, March 29 (IANS) Over cups of steaming coffee, idli and sambhar, union Finance Minister P. Chidambaram and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav Friday talked business as speculation mounted over the future of the Samajwadi Party (SP)-Congress equation.

Delhi Metro firing: Accused commits suicide

March 27, 2013 at 3:30 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 27 (ANI): The man who killed his wife and injured his father-in-law at the Kakardooma Metro station on Tuesday, has committed suicide in Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh.

Congress, BJP rebuff SP's third front vision

March 25, 2013 at 9:54 PM

New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) In a sharp rebuff to the Samajwadi Party (SP), the Congress and the BJP Monday said that there was no possibility of a third front central government after the 2014 general elections.

Cops question suspected terrorist, recover explosives

March 22, 2013 at 10:17 AM

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) Delhi Police said Friday that a man was arrested from Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh two days ago, on suspicion of being a Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist.

Eight killed in truck-jeep collision

March 20, 2013 at 10:50 PM

Lucknow, March 20 (IANS) Eight people were killed and three injured after a truck rammed into a jeep in Jaunpur in Uttar Pradesh Wednesday, police said.

Improve image and functioning, Akhilesh to police

March 18, 2013 at 6:57 PM

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.

Mayawati pays tributes to Kanshiram on birth anniversary

March 15, 2013 at 6:46 PM

Lucknow, March 15 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh's former chief minister and BSP chief Mayawati Friday paid tributes to her mentor and party founder Kanshiram on his 79th birth anniversary here.

Akhilesh promises to tone up law and order

March 15, 2013 at 4:06 PM

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.

Revolution waiting to happen in rural UP: Akhilesh Yadav

March 13, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Lucknow, March 13 (IANS) There is a revolution waiting to happen in rural Uttar Pradesh but capital and technology were needed to unleash the state's unlimited potential, Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said at a business summit here Wednesday.

UP gives away free laptops to students

March 11, 2013 at 6:11 PM

Lucknow, March 11 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Monday kick-started the distribution of laptops to college students -- in line with his Samajwadi Party's election promise.

UP CM kept his promise; launches free laptop scheme for students

March 11, 2013 at 3:27 PM

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......................

UP CM Akhilesh launches free laptop scheme for students

March 11, 2013 at 3:23 PM

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.

Government jobs for widow, brother of slain UP cop

March 8, 2013 at 10:59 PM

Lucknow, March 8 (IANS) The widow and brother of a slain Uttar Pradesh Police officer were Friday appointed to government jobs, a state government spokesman said.

Delhi Police to book mafia don Brijesh Singh under MCOCA

March 8, 2013 at 10:35 PM

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.

Saudi business delegation in Lucknow to strengthen ties

March 8, 2013 at 4:43 PM

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.

UP DSP death case: CBI may begin probe today

March 7, 2013 at 12:37 PM

The Crime Branch of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is likely to begin a probe into the murder of Uttar Pradesh deputy superintendent of police (DSP) Zia-ul-Haq and two others Thursday, after getting a "request letter" from Uttar Pradesh government on Wednesday, officials said..........................

Women's car rally to highlight forest issues

March 6, 2013 at 8:11 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) To highlight the importance of saving forests and elephants, a women's car rally will be held from Delhi to Rishikesh in Uttarakhand from March 29 to 31. The rally also aims to spread awareness on women empowerment and breast cancer prevention.

Both houses of parliament adjourned till noon

March 5, 2013 at 12:04 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Both houses of parliament were adjourned till noon Tuesday after opposition parties raised various issues including the killing of a police officer in Uttar Pradesh.

Script writer killed friend for Rs.2 lakh: Cops

March 4, 2013 at 9:13 PM

New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) A 21-year-old aspiring actor was murdered here by his arrested script writer friend for Rs.2 lakh, police said Monday.

Metro project in Ghaziabad suffers setback

February 27, 2013 at 12:03 AM

Ghaziabad, Feb 26 (IANS) Controversy has risen over the Delhi Metro extension from Delhi's Dilshad Garden to New Bus Stand here with the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation unwilling to fund the project but the municipal commissioner seeking the Uttar Pradesh government's permission to overrule it, said a councillor.

Now new TV mega-series to promote 'Ek Thi Daayan'

February 22, 2013 at 6:10 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Trust Ekta Kapoor to come up with unique marketing strategies. For her new film co-production "Ek Thi Daayan", she is launching a TV mega-series, through which eight TV actresses will promote the movie differently.

Centre not releasing funds on time, alleges Akhilesh

February 19, 2013 at 6:57 PM

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.

Ruckus in UP Assembly over Kumbh stampede

February 14, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Lucknow, Feb. 14 (ANI): There was chaos inside the Uttar Pradesh assembly on Thursday as the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) MLAs raised slogans against the Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party (SP) Government over the Kumbh stampede, and stopped Governor B.L. Joshi from addressing the joint session of Parliament.

Comedian Raju Srivastava vows to give happiness to all, if elected

February 13, 2013 at 6:33 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb. 13 (ANI): Comedian Raju Srivastava, who will be contesting the Lok Sabha elections from Kanpur on a Samajwadi Party (SP) ticket, on Wednesday said that his sole motive is to give a permanent smile to the people of the country through his new innings in the political battlefield.

Two killed in firing in Uttar Pradesh

February 11, 2013 at 8:27 PM

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.

Prime minister condoles stampede deaths

February 10, 2013 at 11:47 PM

New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) Condoling the death of pilgrims in a stampede in Allahabad railway station Sunday, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh told central ministries to extend all possible help to Uttar Pradesh government in relief operations, officials said.

HIL: Mumbai Magicians to play for pride

February 6, 2013 at 5:39 PM

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.

Netherlands planning to invest in Uttar Pradesh

February 4, 2013 at 9:34 PM

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.

HIL: Mumbai Magicians in a must-win clash

February 4, 2013 at 7:10 PM

Mumbai, Feb 4 (IANS) Bottom placed Dabur Mumbai Magicians will get a last chance to keep alive their challenge in the inaugural Hero Hockey India League when they take on fourth placed Uttar Pradesh Wizards at the Mumbai Hockey Association Stadium here Tuesday.

Two runaway teenagers found after 15 months

January 30, 2013 at 7:42 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Two teenaged brothers who ran away from home 15 months ago after their parents forced them to work were found in Uttar Pradesh, police said Wednesday.

BJP demands probe into companies of Mayawati's brother

January 28, 2013 at 11:26 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) The BJP Monday demanded a probe into "questionable financial transactions" by companies allegedly owned by BSP chief Mayawati's brother.

Investment policy revamp a priority: Akhilesh

January 28, 2013 at 8:41 PM

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.

Punjab Warriors looking to end Waveriders unbeaten run

January 28, 2013 at 7:53 PM

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.

Uttar Pradesh contractual teachers demand hike in salary

January 28, 2013 at 7:44 PM

Lucknow, Jan. 28 (ANI): Hundreds of teachers and school employees, recruited on contractual basis, launched a massive agitation outside the state assembly here on Monday, demanding higher payment and regularization of their jobs.

Uttar Pradesh to set up manufacturing investment zones

January 27, 2013 at 9:28 PM

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.

Vice President to open UP partnership summit

January 27, 2013 at 1:44 PM

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.

Uttar Pradesh seeks Saudi investment

January 24, 2013 at 8:24 PM

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.

Uttar Pradesh seeks Saudi investment

January 24, 2013 at 6:32 PM

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.

Uttar Pradesh to buy 15 lakh laptops from HP India

January 23, 2013 at 4:56 PM

Lucknow, Jan 23 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government Wednesday approved the purchase of 15 lakh laptops from HP India at a unit cost of Rs.19,058, an official said.

Rajnath should ensure immoral acts are not tolerated: Advani

January 23, 2013 at 2:40 PM

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".

Mulayam bares his 'Delhi ambitions' again

January 22, 2013 at 7:12 PM

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".

UPTET Teacher Merit List Out: Click to View UP TET Merit list, District Rank

January 22, 2013 at 1:30 PM

UPTET Merit List for Teacher recruitment is out, the candidates can view UP TET Merit list and see their District Rank in order to known their merit and results.

UP Wizards blank Ranchi Rhinos in hockey league

January 20, 2013 at 6:14 PM

Lucknow, Jan 20 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Wizards outplayed Ranchi Rhinos 2-0 at the Dhyan Chand Stadium here Sunday to move to top of the Hockey India League standings.

On the trail of the Buddha with Indian Railways

January 20, 2013 at 4:14 PM

New Delhi, Jan 20 (IANS) It's a train that will take you on a trail of the life of the Buddha. As a trial run this time, the Mahaparinirvana Express that set out from here Sunday on a week's journey will also feature sites in Odisha.

Stop crimes against women, Akhilesh to write to village heads

January 20, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Lucknow, Jan 20 (IANS) More than 1,300 of the 1,723 rape and attempt to rape cases registered in Uttar Pradesh in the last 10 months are from villages and small towns, prompting a worried Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav to write to all panchayat heads in the state.

Artists create sand sculptures in Varanasi showcasing burning issues in the country

January 20, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Jan.20 (ANI): Artists in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, have created sand sculptures that showcase burning issues affecting the common man.

Indian student invents alarm clock that shocks you out of bed

January 18, 2013 at 12:01 PM

London, Jan 18 (ANI): An Indian student, who was unable to get up in time for lectures, has invented an alarm clock that wakes up the owner with a shock.

North India under grip of enduring cold wave, death toll reaches 233 in U.P.

January 10, 2013 at 12:01 PM

New Delhi/Lucknow, Jan 10 (ANI): In spite of marginal improvement in temperatures, mercury levels in north India on Thursday (January 10) continued to be low enough to give people a lot of discomfort.

'Let us dedicate 2013 to improving safety, security and dignity of women': Mukherjee

January 8, 2013 at 7:45 PM

Lucknow, Jan. 8 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday said that a country is not civilised if it cannot respect its mothers, daughters and sisters.

Mukherjee to inaugurate celebrations marking 125 years of UP legislature

January 8, 2013 at 10:31 AM

Lucknow, Jan 8 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will inaugurate the 125th year celebrations of Uttar Pradesh Legislature here today.

Mercury dips further in Uttar Pradesh

January 8, 2013 at 9:59 AM

Lucknow, Jan 8 (IANS) The meteorological department in Uttar Pradesh Tuesday predicted heavy frosting during the night even as temperatures across the state fell to a new low.

Juvenile court not satisfied by principal's proof

January 7, 2013 at 9:43 PM

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.

Uttar Pradesh to hold global business summit

January 7, 2013 at 5:19 PM

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.

Mayawati demands president's rule in Uttar Pradesh

January 7, 2013 at 4:55 PM

Lucknow, Jan 7 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati Monday demanded that president's rule be imposed in Uttar Pradesh, and c laimed there was a total breakdown of law and order in the state.

UP to set up special tiger protection force

January 5, 2013 at 7:51 PM

Lucknow, Jan 5 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government Saturday announced the setting up of a special force for the safety of tigers at the Dudhwa National Park.

SP favours stricter laws against rapists, says Akhilesh

January 4, 2013 at 5:03 PM

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.

Cold wave intensifies in UP

January 4, 2013 at 1:19 PM

Lucknow, Jan 4 (IANS) The cold wave intensified in Uttar Pradesh Friday following snowfall in the Himalayan region, officials said.