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SC bars feeding of stray dogs on streets, asks civic bodies to create dedicated spaces for it

NEW DELHI: Feeding of stray dogs will not be permitted on streets, the Supreme Court on Friday ruled as it directed the municipal authorities of Delhi-NCR to create dedicated spaces for it. A three-judge special bench headed by Justice Vikram Nath said the feeding areas have to be identified keeping in view the population and concentration of stray dogs in a particular municipal ward. Under no conditions shall the feeding of stray dogs on the streets be permitted, the bench, also comprising Justices Sandeep Mehta and N V Anjaria, said. The top court further directed for the installation of notice boards near designated feeding areas, specifying the area was meant to feed stray dogs. Persons found feeding stray dogs on the streets would be liable to be proceeded with under relevant legal framework. The aforesaid directions are being issued in view of the reports regarding untoward incidents caused by unregulated feeding of stray dogs and to ensure that practice of feeding dogs on the roads and in public places is eliminated as the said practice creates great difficulties for the common man walking on the streets, it added. Each municipal authority was also ordered to create a dedicated helpline for reporting incidents of violation of the directions. The top court ordered appropriate measures against the individual or organisation concerned once complaints were received on the helpline. The bench modified the apex court's August 11 direction prohibiting release of stray dogs from dog shelters in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), and said the picked up canines should be sterilised, vaccinated and released back in the same area. The bench, however, said municipal authorities shall continue to comply with the direction asking them to start picking up and rounding stray dogs from all localities of Delhi, Ghaziabad, Noida, Faridabad and Gurugram. The apex court said the August 11 direction prohibiting the release of picked up stray dogs shall be kept in abeyance for the time being. The dogs that are picked up shall be sterilised, dewormed, vaccinated and released back in the same area from which they were picked up, it said. The bench clarified this relocation shall not apply to dogs infected with rabies or suspected to be infected with rabies and those that display aggressive behaviour. The top court passed the order on the interim prayer seeking a stay on some of the directions passed on August 11 by a two-judge bench. The bench delivered its order on Friday in a suo motu case initiated on July 28 over a media report on stray dog bites leading to rabies, particularly among children, in the national capital. Widespread protests were reported across the country following the apex court's August 11 order. Later, the matter came up for hearing on August 14 before a three-judge special bench which observed the whole problem of stray dogs in Delhi-NCR was a result of the inaction of local authorities which did othing in implementing the Animal Birth Control Rules on sterilisation and immunisation of canines.

The New Indian Express 22 Aug 2025 3:38 pm

Gang posing as CBI officials rob Rs 2.3 crore in Delhi, 2 held

NEW DELHI, Aug 22: A gang of robbers allegedly posing as CBI officials robbed around Rs 2.3 crore from a businessmans office in Vivek Vihar, police said on Thursday. Manpreet, a resident of Indirapuram in Ghaziabad who is involved in finance, property dealing, and construction, alleged that he had kept business earnings of nearly Rs 2.5 crore in the office. On August 19, he asked his friend, Ravi Shankar, to collect Rs 1.10 crore from Vivek Vihar and bring it [] The post Gang posing as CBI officials rob Rs 2.3 crore in Delhi, 2 held appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 22 Aug 2025 1:10 pm

Woman Falls Off Stairs At Ghaziabad Society After Pet Dogs Attack Her | Video

A woman in Ghaziabad was injured after being chased by pet dogs in a Ghaziabad society. An FIR was filed at Nandgram police station against the owner.

News18 22 Aug 2025 10:54 am

Jails in Noida & Ghaziabad bursting at the seams

The Times of India 22 Aug 2025 4:33 am

Ghaziabad sub-inspector caught accepting Rs 50,000 bribe

The Times of India 22 Aug 2025 12:51 am

Case Registered Against YouTuber Punit Superstar For 'Derogatory Remarks' Against Mayawati

Police in Ghaziabad have registered a case against a YouTuber for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati on social media, officials said on Thursday.

NDTV 22 Aug 2025 12:50 am

YouTuber booked in Ghaziabad for derogatory remarks against Mayawati

Ghaziabad police have filed a case against YouTuber Punit Superstar, also known as Prakash Kumar, for allegedly posting derogatory remarks against BSP president Mayawati on Instagram. The FIR was lodged by BSP district president Narendra Mohit, claiming the video insulted the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister.

The Economic Times 21 Aug 2025 11:28 pm

Three Days After Gang-rape, Dalit Woman Found Hanging At House In Ghaziabad

The woman was allegedly kidnapped by three men on August 18 and later raped. She was admitted to hospital for treatment after the incident

News18 21 Aug 2025 8:43 pm

UP Man Obsessed With Nora Fatehi Forced Wife Into Starvation and 3-Hour Workouts; Case Registered in Ghaziabad

In a disturbing case from Uttar Pradesh, a newly married woman has accused her husband and in-laws of harassment, dowry demands, and cruelty. The complaint alleges that her husband, obsessed with Bollywood actress Nora Fatehi, forced her into ...

Web Dunia 21 Aug 2025 4:26 pm

Forced me to spend 3 hours daily in the gym to look like Nora Fatehi: Ghaziabad woman complains against husband

A 26-year-old woman from Muradnagar has filed a complaint against her husband and in-laws, alleging harassment and dowry demands. She claims her husband pressured her to resemble Nora Fatehi, forcing rigorous workouts and criticizing her appearance. The woman also alleges she was given an abortion pill without her consent, leading to a miscarriage and subsequent abandonment by her in-laws.

The Economic Times 21 Aug 2025 4:00 pm

Uttar Pradesh: 65-year-old man consumes poison at UP CM`s `Janata Darbar`

A 65-year-old man, identified as Satveer Gurjar from Ghaziabad, was hospitalised after allegedly consuming poison at CM Yogi Adityanaths Janata Darbar in Lucknow on Thursday morning. The incident occurred around 8:50 am. He was immediately rushed to a civil hospital where doctors confirmed his condition is stable. Police are investigating.

Mid Day 21 Aug 2025 2:18 pm

65-year-old Ghaziabad man consumes poison at UP CM Yogi Adityanath's 'Janata Darbar'; rushed to hospital, probe underway

During a 'Janata Darbar' at Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's residence in Lucknow, Satveer Gurjar, a 65-year-old man from Ghaziabad, was hospitalized after consuming poison. Gurjar informed attendees of his action around 8:50 am, prompting immediate medical assistance. He was rushed to a civil hospital, where doctors have stabilized his condition, and police are currently investigating the matter.

The Times of India 21 Aug 2025 1:53 pm

Maintain Body Like Nora Fatehi: Ghaziabad Woman Alleges Torture by Husband

The woman also accused her in-laws of forcing her to take an abortion pill, which she claimed led to a miscarriage

Deccan Chronicle 21 Aug 2025 12:05 pm

Ghaziabad woman alleges dowry harassment, pressure to maintain body like Bollywood actor Nora Fatehi

A woman in Ghaziabad has filed a police complaint against her husband and in-laws, accusing them of dowry harassment and mental and physical abuse. She also claimed she was pressured to maintain a physique like Bollywood actor Nora Fatehi. According to the complaint, the woman was married six months ago, with her family reportedly spending over Rs 76 lakh on the wedding. Despite this, she alleges that her husband, a physical education teacher in a government school, constantly body-shamed her, calling her 'fat and ugly,' and demanded she exercise for three hours daily. Failure to comply, she claimed, resulted in food deprivation. The woman further accused her in-laws of forcing her to take an abortion pill, leading to a miscarriage. She also alleged that her husband frequently watched inappropriate content online and was a habitual womaniser. Assistant Commissioner of Police Saloni Agarwal confirmed the registration of an FIR at the womens police station. The complainant has made serious allegations including dowry harassment, coercion, and physical assault. An investigation is underway, said Agarwal. (With inputs from PTI)

The New Indian Express 21 Aug 2025 11:49 am

UP Man, Obsessed With Nora Fatehi, Forced Wife Into Starvation, Gruelling 3-Hour Workouts

A Ghaziabad woman accused her husband, Shivam Ujjwal, of harassment for forcing her to exercise to resemble actress Nora Fatehi. She also alleged dowry harassment and torture.

News18 20 Aug 2025 8:07 pm

Kinnaur Kailash Yatra called off due to heavy rains; Five people lost lives this year

CHANDIGARH: In view of persistent rainfall, the district administration has called off the Kinnaur Kailash Yatra with immediate effect. A pilgrim from Uttar Pradesh was killed after being hit by a shooting stone on the Yatra route. With this, the death toll of pilgrims on the Yatra has risen to five. This year recorded the highest number of pilgrims 7,316. Sources said that 31-year-old Gaurav, a resident of Aditya World City in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, died after sustaining injuries from a shooting stone between Maling Khata and Ganesh Gufa. The local police received the information on August 19, following which a team rushed to the spot but found him dead. His body was shifted to the Regional Hospital, Reckongpeo. A post-mortem was conducted today, after which the body was handed over to his relatives. The upper portion of the deceaseds body was severely damaged. Superintendent of Police, Kinnaur, Abhishek Shekhar, appealed to the public not to undertake the Yatra as the district is facing heavy rains and erratic weather conditions. The district administration has cancelled the Yatra. An official order issued yesterday by Deputy Commissioner of Kinnaur, Dr. Amit Kumar Sharma, stated that heavy rains, shooting stones, and dense fog in the region have already led to tragic incidents and loss of lives. To prevent further risks, the Yatra has been cancelled with immediate effect under Section 34 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, until further orders. Any pilgrim attempting the journey will be escorted back to the base camp, and action will be taken against violators under the Act. He said that with more rain and cloudy weather predicted in the next five to seven days, precautionary steps were necessary to ensure the safety of people. The Yatra, which began on July 15, was scheduled to continue until August 30. The trek starts from Tangling village in Kinnaur and ends at the Kinnaur Kailash peak, at an altitude of 6,050 metres. According to data with the district administration, this year saw the highest number of pilgrims 7,316 in 24 days. Last year, 7,200 pilgrims undertook the Yatra in 22 days; in 2023, 3,600 pilgrims in 15 days; and in 2022, 3,000 pilgrims in 15 days.

The New Indian Express 20 Aug 2025 7:20 pm

Woman Injured After Pet Dog Attacks Her In Ghaziabad Society, CCTV Footage Emerges

In Ghaziabad, a pet dog attacked a woman in a lift lobby, biting her leg. CCTV footage shows the dog pouncing on her as she waited for the lift on Tuesday evening.

News18 20 Aug 2025 8:48 am

At 184, this Bullet leads the challan race in Ghaziabad

The Times of India 20 Aug 2025 5:16 am

Chennai protests erupt over SC stray dog order following Delhi unrest

The protests were triggered by the Supreme Courts August 11 order directing authorities to remove stray dogs from public spaces in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad

Mid Day 17 Aug 2025 4:30 pm

Heavy rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, IMD predicts more showers, cloudy sky till...

Rain lashes Delhi and parts of NCR region, including Noida, Ghaziabad. India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted a cloudy sky with light rain and thunder on Sunday.

DNA India 17 Aug 2025 2:36 pm

85% hotels & halls not registered, Ghaziabad could seal them

The Times of India 17 Aug 2025 12:39 am

28 Ghaziabad cops honoured for bravery and crime control

The Times of India 16 Aug 2025 12:54 am

MHAs wanted Hashim Baba gang aide held in Ghaziabad for GTB hospital killing

NEW DELHI: A 23-year-old alleged member of Hashim Baba gang, wanted in a murder case at GTB hospital last year, was arrested from Ghaziabad, police said on Thursday. The incident took place on July 14, 2024, when Riyazuddin (35), who was admitted in GTB hospital, was shot dead by the assailants in a mistaken identity. Hashim Baba gang shooters planned to eliminate one Waseem of the Chhainu Gang as revenge for an earlier assault with a blade on their members. Waseem had narrowly escaped a prior attack and was undergoing treatment at GTB hospital. On the day of the incident, in a case of mistaken identity, the attackers shot dead Riyazudin, a patient unrelated to the gang rivalry, instead of their intended target. During investigation, it was revealed that Ayan, along with his associates, had conducted multiple recce of GTB hospital from July 9 to 13. On July 14, Ayan assisted the shooters by carrying out surveillance inside the hospital premises, helping coordinate the movement of the assailants, and ensuring target tracking while keeping his phone switched off to avoid detection, a senior police officer said. His active role in the conspiracy was established through CCTV footage and witness accounts. Ten accused, involved in the whole conspiracy, were arrested just after the incident but Ayan was at large. Police got a tip-off that Ayan was present in Ghaziabad area. A trap was laid on Wednesday and nabbed Ayan near the Ghaziabad New Bus Stand petrol pump, Deputy Commissioner of Police (crime) Aditya Gautam said. Ayan disclosed that he came in contact with members of the Hashim Baba Gang through one Faheem. Lured by the promise of money, he joined their plan to eliminate Waseem. He assisted the shooters on the day of the incident. He also mentioned about the gangs communication methods, which included encrypted messaging apps like Signal, Instagram chats, and WhatsApp, and how they switched off their phones before surveillance trips to avoid location tracking.

The New Indian Express 14 Aug 2025 8:15 pm

2.8 lakh stray dogs in UP sterilised in last 2 years

Uttar Pradesh has vaccinated and sterilized 2.8 lakh stray dogs under its animal birth control program across 2023-24 and 2024-25. The state established 17 permanent ABC centers and approved two more for Lucknow and Ghaziabad with a budget of Rs 34 crore.

The Times of India 14 Aug 2025 3:55 am

Supreme Court order on stray dogs out: Read operative parts

The Supreme Court bench of Justice JB Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan on Monday had ordered the rounding up of stray dogs from all parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region of Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad, and moving them to shelters to be built by the respective municipal agencies. The order which was posted [] The post Supreme Court order on stray dogs out: Read operative parts appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 13 Aug 2025 8:45 pm

Court orders insurance company to pay Rs 2 lakh to Ghaziabad woman after it rejected her stolen car claim 10 years ago

The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission directed National Insurance Company to pay an Indirapuram woman 75% of her car's insured value (Rs 2 lakh) after it was stolen in 2015. The commission also ordered compensation for mental agony and litigation costs due to the company's unfair rejection of her claim, despite a valid policy.

The Economic Times 13 Aug 2025 4:33 pm

3 flee with cab after robbing driver in Ghaziabad, nabbed

The Times of India 12 Aug 2025 11:55 pm

'Delhi hounded by stray dogs, kids pay the price': Key observations by Supreme Court in landmark decision

The Supreme Court has ordered the removal of stray dogs from Delhi-NCR streets, mandating their confinement in shelter homes. This directive, prompted by a TOI report on dog bite incidents, extends to Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad.

The Times of India 12 Aug 2025 7:36 am

Heavy Rain Lashes Parts Of Delhi, Streets Waterlogged; IMD Forecasts More Showers Today

The heavy downpour disrupted the vehicular movement in parts of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad

News18 12 Aug 2025 7:20 am

Heavy rains lashes Delhi, Ghaziabad, Noida, Gurugram, IMD issues yellow alert, check traffic advisory here, video

Heavy rain lashed Delhi and National capital Region (NCR) on Tuesday (12 August), causing waterlogging and traffic chaos in several areas. The downpour from late Monday night have disrupted traffic in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad.

DNA India 12 Aug 2025 6:41 am

Video: Ghaziabad Resident Thrashed By Society Staff During Argument Over Water Shortage

A resident living in a high-rise housing complex in Ghaziabad was thrashed by the society's staff member during an argument over water shortage on Sunday.

NDTV 11 Aug 2025 12:15 pm

Weather update: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms across Delhi-NCR including Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Faridabad

Delhi's air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category on Monday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 97 at 7 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

DNA India 11 Aug 2025 11:47 am

After Ghaziabad bogus embassy, six held in Noida for running fake International Police office

Gautam Budh Nagar police have arrested six men for allegedly running a bogus office in the name of the International Police & Crime Investigation Bureau to mislead the public, impersonate government officials, and extort money using forged documents, fake IDs, and police-style insignia. According to the police, acting on a tip-off, they raided premises at BS-136, Sector 70, Noida, around midnight on Sunday, where the accused had set up an office designed to resemble that of an official investigative agency. Investigators said that the group allegedly used police-like colours and logos, displayed forged certificates purportedly from the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Ministry of Ayush, and Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, and falsely claimed affiliations with Interpol, the International Human Rights Commission, and Eurasia Pol. They even claimed to have an office in the UK. Police said the gang posed as public servants, solicited donations through their website www.intlpcrib.in and displayed various national and international certificates online to create an appearance of legitimacy. They also kept multiple press ID cards, international human rights IDs, and official-looking stamps to influence and deceive people. -3:- INTERNATIONAL POLICE & CRIME INVESTIGATION BUREAU 06 @DCPCentralNoida PART-2 https://t.co/SQMOKz0d9a pic.twitter.com/Yq8yVWI0P0 POLICE COMMISSIONERATE GAUTAM BUDDH NAGAR (@noidapolice) August 10, 2025 We successfully disrupted a well-orchestrated fraud operation, DCP Central Noida Shakti Mohan Awasthi said. The accused had established a hoax office under the guise of the International Police & Crime Investigation Bureau, using police-like insignia and fabricated ministry documents to deceive the public and extort money. During the raid, we arrested six suspects and seized extensive evidence, including forged IDs, ministry certificates, cheque books, ATM cards, visiting cards, signboards, mobile phones, and cash. Police said the gang had set up the office only about 10 days earlier, renting the premises on June 4, and were attempting to function as a parallel law enforcement body. Since the operation was still in its early stages, officials believe only a handful of individuals had been targeted so far, but efforts are underway to identify more victims. The accused were identified as Bibhash, Araghya, Babu, Chandra Mandal, Pintu, Samapda, and Ashish all originally from West Bengal and living in Sector 70. During the raid, police recovered mobile phones, cheque books, rubber stamps, ID cards from various institutions, affiliation documents, visiting cards, certificates, letterheads, envelopes, a trust deed, ATM cards, and cash. Each suspect was found in possession of at least one mobile phone. A case has been registered under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) relating to forgery, cheating, impersonation, and endangering safety, as well as provisions of the Information Technology Act and the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950. The gang claimed links to international bodies and displayed numerous fake credentials to bolster their image, Awasthi added. We are now verifying their backgrounds, affiliations, and identifying any additional accomplices or victims. All six accused have been remanded to judicial custody, and the investigation is continuing. The UP Special Task Force on July 22 had arrested 47-year-old Harsh Vardhan Jain from Ghaziabad for running embassies of four micronations Westarctica, Seborga, Poulbia and Ladonia from a rented house. Claiming to be their ambassador, Jain similarly possessed forged diplomatic plates, luxury cars and official seals. Police are probing alleged overseas job scams, hawala links and counterintelligence activities. Custody plea is pending in court. They are also examining statements by Westarctica and Seborga for possible use in the investigation.

The New Indian Express 10 Aug 2025 6:33 pm

Drone rumours trigger panic in UP village, 45-year-old Bhurey Singh serves as 'sky sentry'

LUCKNOW: In Puranpur, a rural tehsil in Pilibhit district, 45-year-old Bhurey Singh now stands on nightly vigil with a flashlight strapped to his bicycle and a thick wooden stick in hand. Hired two weeks ago by local residents, he serves as the village's sky sentry. They say thieves are using drones to plan robberies, Bhurey told PTI. Whether it's true or not, we can't take any chances. His nightly patrol reflects a wave of fear spreading across more than 300 villages in at least a dozen districts of western Uttar Pradesh -- from the forest edges of Pilibhit to the urban sprawl of Ghaziabad. Since mid-July, cries of Drone chor! have echoed through village lanes at night, replacing the usual silence of the countryside. Shadows dart across rooftops, wooden lathis are clutched tightly, and families stay awake long past midnight in fear of unseen threats from above. Villagers speak in hushed tones of mysterious drones flying after dark, allegedly scouting rooftops and identifying weak entry points. In many communities, drones have become ghosts in the sky. Sometimes real. Often imagined. Always feared. As the panic grew, so did state attention. Last week, the matter was reviewed in a high-level law and order meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He issued a stern warning against those spreading rumours or flying drones without authorisation. Those creating fear using drones -- or spreading misinformation -- will be charged under the Gangster Act, the chief minister directed. Provisions under the NSA may also be invoked if necessary, he said. To regulate drone usage, police have been instructed to maintain a dedicated drone register. DIG Kalanidhi Naithani of Meerut Range directed all police stations in his jurisdiction to list drone owners and take immediate action against individuals operating drones after dark. He cautioned citizens against using drones just for fun, warning of strict legal consequences for violations. Despite these measures, fear persists on the ground. Punjab launches anti-drone systems to tackle drugs & weapons smuggling from Pakistan According to police, the roots of this hysteria lie in Amroha, where bizarre rumours began circulating in early June about an underwear-clad, oil-smeared gang of thieves using drones to survey homes before burglaries. Though the story appeared implausible, it spread rapidly. Soon, villages in neighbouring districts such as Moradabad, Rampur, Sambhal, Meerut, and Bijnor began reporting similar drone sightings. Many videos, some doctored or outdated, went viral on social media. Every flickering light or low-flying object sparked panic. On WhatsApp, paranoia quickly outpaced fact. Officials attribute the growing alarm to low digital literacy, widespread misinformation, and deep-seated anxieties around unfamiliar technologies. What began as whispers has now escalated into violence. In Modinagar, Ghaziabad, a man visiting his girlfriend from Hapur was mistaken for a drone operator and beaten by a mob earlier this month. He had no drone, only the misfortune of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. In Bareilly, a toy drone found on the roof of a government school caused alarm. Four brothers returning from Delhi were intercepted and assaulted by locals who assumed they were part of a drone theft gang. Police later confirmed the drone was a broken plastic toy incapable of flight. In Aurangabad, Bulandshahr, a blinking light in the sky triggered chaos. A man walking nearby -- allegedly drunk and unaware -- caught, stripped, and beaten. Drone vigil ensures safety at Bapatla beaches He had no connection to any drone activity. Police helplines in several districts have received hundreds of drone-related complaints in recent weeks. However, senior officers maintain that no thefts have been conclusively linked to drone surveillance. Drone sightings have been reported for over a month now, DIG Naithani told PTI. But not a single theft case has been proven to involve drones. This hysteria is driven entirely by rumours and fear. Over 40 people have been arrested in districts such as Meerut, Amroha, and Sambhal for inciting panic or spreading false information. Police in several areas have launched awareness drives, directing drone owners to register their devices or face fines. WhatsApp helplines have been issued to counter hoaxes. In Amroha, three YouTubers filming drone footage were detained for flying without police permission. They were released after verification, but the incident added to local suspicion. In Meerut, two content creators were held for allegedly spreading fake drone-related videos. Police in the affected districts have appealed to residents to approach authorities if they spot a drone, instead of spreading rumours on social media. Superintendent of Police (Rampur) Vidya Sagar Mishra told PTI, We have held meetings with influential community members at the village level and sought their support to counter the rumours. The officer said drone sightings were largely hearsay and had no proven links to any organised gang. Still, in many homes, fear continues to shape daily life. One or two people in every household now stay awake through the night, looking at the sky, said Ramapati Verma of Fatehganj in Bareilly. We can't let our guard down. What if the thieves come? What if they hurt someone? she asked.

The New Indian Express 10 Aug 2025 1:00 pm

CBI books AIIMS-Bhubaneswar officer, five others for jobs scam using forged documents

NEW DELHI: The CBI has booked an officer of AIIMS-Bhubaneswar and five others for alleged corruption in the recruitment to Group-B and Group-C posts using forged documents, officials said on Saturday. The agency acted on the findings of its preliminary enquiry registered by it in March that prima facie showed a case of criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery, and bribery. Assistant Administrative Officer of AIIMS-Bhubaneswar's recruitment cell Sudhir Kumar Pradhan, along with five others -- Rajashree Panda, Sangram Mishra, Sai Sagar Kar, Shri Sambit Mishra, and Sruti Sagar Kar -- have been booked by the CBI in connection with the case, officials said. The CBI has alleged that Sruti Sagar Kar, an employee of Bombay Intelligence Security (India) Limited (BIS), had conspired to secure permanent employment for his relatives and family members at AIIMS-Bhubaneswar. The recruitment process was compromised using forged educational and work experience certificates for posts advertised on July 1, 2023. It is alleged that Panda (Sruti Sagar Kar's wife), Sangram Mishra, Sai Sagar Kar and Sambit Mishra had secured the jobs on the basis of forged educational documents issued by Shree College of Paramedical Sciences, Ghaziabad. Further, no such college or university infrastructure i.e the college and Allied Healthcare Council of India to which the college is affiliated, was found to exist at the addresses mentioned on their website, the FIR has alleged. The CBI also detected irregularities regarding work experience. Certificates showing their service at B R D Medical College in Gorakhpur, in roles like sanitary inspector and medical record technician, were found to be fake. The certificates were fabricated and allegedly arranged by Sruti Sagar Kar in conspiracy with the applicants and others, officials said. The preliminary enquiry showed that Pradhan played a pivotal role in the conspiracy as he did not bring to the notice of higher authorities that the verification letter sent to the Ghaziabad institute had returned undelivered, allowing the four candidates to continue with their jobs.

The New Indian Express 9 Aug 2025 12:40 pm

Hindu Yuva Vahini leader lured LLB student with job promise, raped her in Ghaziabad

LUCKNOW : The Ghaziabad city president of the Hindu Yuva Vahini is on the district police radar after allegedly raping an LLB student, who claimed she was called by the accused on the pretext of introducing her to a senior advocate but was instead taken to a flat and assaulted. The victim alleged that after the rape, the accused left her on the road and fled. He also allegedly threatened to kill her if she revealed the incident to anyone. According to sources, the victim reached Muradnagar police station at 11 pm. Members of the Bajrang Dal also arrived at the police station in support of the victim and created a commotion. Following this, the police registered a case against the accused. Police sources said raids were being conducted to nab him. The incident allegedly took place in Muradnagar, Ghaziabad. As per the police complaint, the victim met the accused, identified as Sushil Prajapati, a resident of Ghaziabad, in November 2021. Prajapati allegedly remained in regular contact with her over the phone. While studying law, she used to practise with a senior lawyer at the Meerut Court. Prajapati allegedly told her to start working at the Ghaziabad Court, claiming that he knew senior advocates there. He allegedly promised her that these advocates would provide her with a monthly remuneration and that his acquaintances would refer cases to her. The victim stated that she agreed to the suggestion and asked Prajapati to make arrangements for her practice in Ghaziabad Court. Sushil Prajapati called me at 11 am on Thursday and said that he had talked to a senior lawyer of Ghaziabad with whom he would introduce me, she claimed. In her complaint, she added that she took a bus from Meerut and reached Modinagar in Ghaziabad. From there, she travelled to the Rapid station, after which Prajapati asked her to come to Muradnagar. As I reached there, Sushil Prajapati was already standing there with his Thar, she mentioned. Prajapati allegedly took her to a flat, where he offered her a cold drink, saying the lawyer would arrive shortly. The cold drink was apparently spiked as I started feeling sleepy. Taking advantage of it, Prajapati forcefully assaulted me and raped me, the victim alleged in her complaint. She further claimed that Prajapati threatened her by saying he was a member of the Hindu Yuva Vahini with high-level connections, before leaving her on the road. He allegedly told her to return to Meerut quietly. After regaining consciousness, the victim reached Muradnagar police station to file her complaint. Upon learning about the incident, Gorakshak Dal and Bajrang Dal workers also reached the police station to support the victim. Meanwhile, Hindu Yuva Vahini's district president, Ayush Tyagi Kakda, said, The organisation does not support such workers who play with the dignity of sisters and daughters. According to Additional Police Commissioner Alok Priyadarshi, a case has been registered under the relevant sections against the accused and the victims medical examination was being conducted.

The New Indian Express 8 Aug 2025 5:58 pm

1.5 lakh for dusky, 5 lakh for fair: Ghaziabad police bust 'baby traders' selling kidnapped kids to childless couples

Ghazibad police have uncovered a child trafficking ring. The network involved a nurse, ASHA worker, and marriage bureau operators. They allegedly kidnapped and sold children to couples across Uttar Pradesh. Prices ranged from 1.5 to 5 lakh. The gang operated in multiple states, using social media to find buyers. Four suspects are now under arrest. Further investigation is underway.

The Economic Times 8 Aug 2025 11:55 am

Why Was Agra Chosen For Taj Mahal? Why Doesn't Yamuna Flood This Shah Jahan-Built Monument?

While the Yamuna River has been swelling in parts of Uttar Pradesh flooding areas like Ghaziabad and Prayagraj, the Taj Mahal in Agra seems to remain protected.

News18 7 Aug 2025 8:39 am

Rajasthan High Court refuses stay on arrest of cricketer Yash Dayal in minor rape case

JAIPUR: The Rajasthan High Court on Tuesday declined to grant interim protection from arrest to Indian Premier League (IPL) cricketer Yash Dayal , who faces rape charges involving a minor. The single bench of Justice Sudesh Bansal observed that since the case concerns a minor victim, judicial intervention at this stage would be inappropriate, while directing police to submit the case diary by the next hearing on August 22. Dayal, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) fast bowler, had approached the court through a criminal petition seeking anticipatory bail. His counsel, advocate Kunal Jaiman, alleged the cricketer was being targeted by an extortion racket, citing a similar FIR in Ghaziabad that was stayed by the Allahabad High Court, followed by the Jaipur complaint filed within a week. Ghaziabad woman accuses IPL player Yash Dayal of sexual harassment; another woman charges similar allegation Sanganer police station SHO Anil Jaiman disclosed that the Jaipur-based complainant, now 19, had known Dayal for two years since meeting through cricket circles when she was 17. Investigators claim Dayal exploited his position as a professional cricketer, initially promising career assistance before allegedly raping her. SHO Jaiman further stated that during the 2025 IPL season, when Dayal was in Jaipur, he called the girl to a hotel in Sitapura where he allegedly assaulted her again. Since the first incident occurred when the girl was a minor, provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act have been invoked. With the first alleged offense occurring during the victim's minority, the case invokes Section 376 (rape) of the IPC alongside POCSO Act provisions. Police confirm the investigation remains preliminary, with the case diary submission ordered for judicial review. Yash Dayal, a resident of Uttar Pradesh, plays for RCB in the IPL and has earned recognition for his fast-bowling performances.

The New Indian Express 6 Aug 2025 10:19 pm

I married him: UP woman denies familys claim after husband second arrest

By Khadija Irfan Rahim A Muslim man in Ghaziabad district of Uttar Pradesh was arrested for the second time in two months on allegations of kidnapping a Hindu woman by her family. However, the woman has categorically denied the charges and said she married him of her own free will. The case involves two Indirapuram Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 5 Aug 2025 4:56 pm

Who is IAS officer Deepak Meena? IIT alumnus who cracked UPSC in first attempt, now becomesDMof...

Deepak Meena was an IIT alumnus who prepared for the UPSC exam and cracked it on his first attempt. He was given the UP cadre where he served as DM of Meerut, Ghaziabad and now he is given the responsibility to administer Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's home district of Gorakhpur.

DNA India 5 Aug 2025 4:31 pm

Good news for Ghaziabad, Greater Noida Commuters: New flyover to ease Shahberi bottleneck,detailshere

The Ghaziabad Development Authority has given nod to the Shahberi Flyover project, which will help ease the increasing traffic jams in Shahberi village. The flyover with a 200-meter long ramp will also offer smooth access to Greater Noida and other benefits.

DNA India 4 Aug 2025 2:21 pm

Stairs Collapse In Ghaziabad's Residential Society, At Least Eight Families Trapped | News18

Panic spread in Ghaziabads Vasundhara after a starcase collapsed in a residential society. The incident occurred today morning at Green View Apartments in Vasundhara Sector-17. As many as eight families are trapped inside their flats because the collapse has blocked the only exit from their apartments.No injury has been reported as of now, officials are trying to rescue those who are trapped. n18oc_indiaNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

News18 3 Aug 2025 1:41 pm

Stairs Collapse In Ghaziabad's Residential Society, At Least Eight Families Trapped

Panic spread in Ghaziabad's Vasundhara after a staircase collapsed at Green View Apartments. No injuries reported, officials are working to rescue those trapped.

News18 3 Aug 2025 12:56 pm

Watch: Ghaziabad hostel flooded as heavy rain swamps corridors students struggle to gather belongings

Heavy rains caused severe flooding at ABES Engineering College in Ghaziabad, inundating the girls' hostel and damaging students' belongings. Videos circulating online showed waterlogged rooms and corridors, highlighting the extent of the damage. The downpour also disrupted daily life in Ghaziabad, flooding basements and the GDA office, prompting a weather alert for continued heavy rain.

The Times of India 2 Aug 2025 10:18 am

IB officer, sister found dead in locked flat in Ghaziabad; Suicide suspected

LUCKNOW: The bodies of an Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer and his sister were found in a locked house in Ghaziabad. According to sources, the siblings had been living with their mother, who was not at home at the time of the incident. Their father is currently stationed at CSIR Goa. The incident occurred on Thursday evening in Govindpuram, under the jurisdiction of Kavinagar police station. When the mother returned home around 5 p.m., she found the door locked from the inside. Initially, she attempted to contact her children over the phone, and then knocked on the gate but received no response. She assumed they might be sleeping. However, when she looked through a window, she saw both of them lying on the floor. With the help of a neighbour, she broke the door and went inside the room. A local welder was called to break open the door to get both of them out. The siblings were rushed to Sarvodaya Hospital, but doctors declared them dead on arrival. The sources claimed that there was smell of sulphos emanating from the bodies. However, no suicide note was recovered from the scene, and the reason behind the suspected suicide remains unclear. The mother is reportedly unable to speak about the incident. Meanwhile, the police have sent the bodies for post-mortem. The family has refused to pursue police action. According to sources, the deceased have been identified as Avinash Kumar Singh, son of Sukhbir Singh, a resident of House No. H-352 in Govindpuram Colony. Avinash worked with the Intelligence Bureau in Delhi, while his 23-year-old sister, Anjali, was a student. DCP Dhawal Jaiswal said that an investigation is underway. Authorities are examining mobile phones and other digital evidence to determine the exact cause of the incident. He added that although the victims father is posted in Goa, the family has been residing in Ghaziabad for the past 20 years. (If you are having suicidal thoughts, or are worried about a friend or need emotional support, someone is always there to listen. Call Sneha Foundation - 04424640050, Tele Manas - 14416 (available 24x7) or iCall, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences' helpline - 02225521111, which is available Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm.)

The New Indian Express 1 Aug 2025 7:52 pm

This is Uttar Pradesh's richest district, has per capita income higher than Japan, its not Agra, Lucknow, Ghaziabad,itis...

Uttar Pradesh state is making is efforts to come at par with many prosperous states and districts in India and its Gautam Buddh Nagar district has been developed as the state's economic powerhouse. Its per capita income is higher than Japan's and is the state's richest district.

DNA India 1 Aug 2025 1:58 pm

Drones spying on Ghaziabad? What triggered panic in UP villages as locals say, yahaan se aata hai

Drone hysteria grips Ghaziabad villages as forwarded videos spark fears of burglary reconnaissance. Despite no confirmed sightings by authorities, villagers form night patrols, armed with sticks and fueled by social media rumors. Police investigations reveal no credible evidence, but the power of forwarded fears persists, highlighting the impact of misinformation.

The Economic Times 31 Jul 2025 2:24 pm

Surgical Cloth Found In Ghaziabad Woman's Stomach Days After C-Section

A woman in Ghaziabad suffered for over a month after doctors allegedly left a cloth in her stomach during delivery surgery. A complaint has been filed against the nursing home

News18 31 Jul 2025 12:11 pm

Basement Of A Private Society Collapses In Ghaziabad | Delhi NCR Rains | Breaking News | News18

| Basement of a private society in Ghaziabad has collapsed due to heavy rains and no causalities reported n18oc_india News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

News18 31 Jul 2025 10:24 am

SC flags unholy nexus; CBI files 22 FIRs against builders in NCR housing scam

NEW DELHI: Nearly a week after the Supreme Courts direction, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday registered 22 FIRs against different builders operating in the National Capital Region (NCR) and unknown functionaries of various financial institutions to investigate a possible nexus between them in allegedly cheating and defrauding thousands of homebuyers in the region, officials said. The officials stated that the CBI took the action in compliance with the directions of the Supreme Court and, after registering the cases, agency sleuths conducted searches at 47 premises linked to the accused across the NCR. It is to be noted that scores of homebuyers in the NCR, who were allegedly cheated by builders and developers and further coerced by financial institutions for repayment of their loans, had earlier approached the Supreme Court by filing Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) to seek relief. A spokesperson of the CBI, in an official statement, said, The Supreme Court, observing the unholy nexus between the builders and the financial institutions in cheating the homebuyers by innovating and introducing the Subvention Scheme of home loans, in the month of April 2025, had directed CBI to register 7 Preliminary Enquiries (PEs). Following the Supreme Court's directives, the CBI registered seven Preliminary Enquiries (PEs) and, after completing the enquiry in six of them within three months, submitted the status report to the Supreme Court, he said. The official added, Upon perusal of the status report submitted by the CBI, the SC directed the CBI to register 22 Regular Cases against different builders in the NCR area and unknown officials of financial institutions. Therefore, the CBI has registered 22 cases and conducted searches at 47 locations in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad, he said. He further added that various incriminating documents and some digital electronic evidence have been seized during the searches, and the investigation is continuing. Prominent among the 22 real estate companies named in the FIRs include M/s Supertech Limited, M/s Earthcon Universal Infratech Pvt. Ltd./ Casa Royale, M/s Bulland Buildtech Pvt. Ltd./ Bulland Elevates, M/s Rudra Buildwell Construction Pvt. Ltd./ KBNOWS Apartments, M/s Logix City Developers Pvt. Ltd./ Blossom Zest, M/s Jaypee Infratech Ltd./ Orchards, M/s Ajnara India Ltd./ Ajnara Ambrosia, and Jaypee Sports International Limited/Jaiprakash Associates Limited (Kove Project, Kassia Project).

The New Indian Express 30 Jul 2025 8:48 pm

Mercedes breaks down on waterlogged road in Ghaziabad: Owner seeks Rs 5 lakh damage from civic body

A Mercedes car owner, Amit Kishore, demands 5 lakh from Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation. His car broke down in Sahibabad due to waterlogging. The incident occurred on July 23 during heavy rainfall. Kishore claims the car repair will cost 5 lakh. The municipal commissioner, Vikramaditya Malik, seeks evidence. Residents report recurring waterlogging issues in trans-Hindon areas.

The Economic Times 30 Jul 2025 4:16 pm

Mercedes Damaged On Flooded Road, Ghaziabad Man Demands Rs 5 Lakh From Civic Body

In addition to financial compensation, the notice also demanded urgent corrective measures, including the cleaning and restoration of drainage systems in Vasundhara

News18 30 Jul 2025 2:28 pm

Delhi NCR Weather Updates Today: Check latest IMD rain, traffic alert for Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad

Delhi, Noida, Gurgoan Rain Alert: The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Delhi and NCR. Intense rainfall is expected. Waterlogging and traffic congestion are likely. An orange alert is in place for some areas. Light to moderate rain is expected in Noida, Ghaziabad and Faridabad. Gurugram will receive moderate to heavy rain. Commuters faced traffic slowdowns due to water accumulation.

The Economic Times 29 Jul 2025 10:25 am

Mock disaster drill in Delhi-NCR: Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and others to witness mega-scale drill on...

The mega exercise is named Suraksha Chakra, and this is the first such integrated disaster management exercise to be held in Delhi-NCR.

DNA India 28 Jul 2025 10:53 pm

UP Man alleges 'towel-size' medical gauze found inside wife's body weeks after cesarean delivery

GHAZIABAD: For nearly a month and a half, a medical gauze cloth the size of a towel remained inside the body of a Ghaziabad resident following her cesarean delivery, causing severe pain to the woman who did not have a clue about the foreign object's presence inside her body. The gauze was detected a month after Divya Khurana was discharged following the delivery, after weeks of high fever and pain, prompting doctors to carry out a string of tests. The woman's husband has accused gynaecologist Dr Nishi Sirohi of keeping them in the dark about the nature of the problem, obstructing remedial surgery at another hospital, and the pathologist she referred to of not providing his wife's reports. The chief medical officer of Ghaziabad told PTI that a three-member team, which included a gynaecologist, has been constituted to probe the matter. The gynaecologist has refuted the couple's claims as aseless, saying she will cooperate with the probe. According to Khurana's husband, Chirag Katari, on July 10, the foreign object was detected, and it was removed on July 11 during a surgery, which lasted for nearly three hours at a private hospital in Delhi's Patparganj area. Recalling the sequence of events, Kataria, who is a scientist in a private firm, on Monday told PTI, Cesarean delivery of my wife took place in a private nursing home in Ghaziabad run by Dr Nishi Sirohi and her husband. My wife's C-section took place on June 6, and a boy was born. She was discharged from the nursing home on June 9. He said after this, she had a fever of 102 degrees for 15 days and so was administered drips of antibiotic medicines for 7-8 days. This was followed by bouts of terrible headache and severe chest pain, Kataria added. After this, she experienced severe stomach pain and she fainted once, which prompted me to suspect that something was wrong. Due to the medication, the child also could not get his mother's milk owing to the huge dose of antibiotics, he said. Seeing the weak medical health of his wife, Kataria said that he consulted Dr Sirohi who recommended a complete blood test. In the test report, the TLC (total leukocyte count, which shows the number of white blood cells in the blood) stood at 18,000 as compared to a normal count of 8,000. On July 10, when she (the doctor) saw the reports, she also got scared. She then told me to go for an ultrasound test of the abdomen at a private pathology, Kataria said. The pathology lab conducted the ultrasound test and then asked for an X-ray test, and subsequently a scan. I gradually started feeling afraid and thought, why is the matter escalating? he said. Kataria's fears worsened seeing the urgency with which the pathology lab carried out the CT-scan. He said an existing patient's test was stopped midway and his wife's CT-scan was conducted. He further said that when he asked the pathology lab to give him the reports, they refused and told him to first consult the gynaecologist, Sirohi. When I reached the doctor's clinic, she was adamant about conducting a surgery. When I said that your nursing home is not equipped to conduct surgery, she said that she will remove the pus-like material using a syringe, he said. Kataria said he wanted a second opinion but Sirohi allegedly said there was no need for it and that his wife was like a sister. Kataria also claimed that the pathologist tried every trick in the book to not give the report to him and relented only when he threatened to involve the police. He then took the appointment of another Ghaziabad-based doctor but claimed that by the time he reached her clinic, Sirohi had already called her o not entertain him. My fears intensified. I asked the second doctor whether my wife needs to be admitted. She said that my wife must be admitted that very night itself, and there was no guarantee (of her being alive) the next day, Kataria said. I realised that I have to admit my wife to a hospital in Delhi, and on the night of July 10, I took my wife and admitted her to a hospital in Patparganj (Delhi). Here, all tests were conducted on the night of July 10 itself. They could clearly see a foreign body in the tests, he said. Kataria said a surgery was planned for the next day (July 11). After the surgery, which lasted for around 3 hours, a medical gauze, the size of a towel, was retrieved from inside my wife's body. Since that piece of cloth was inside her body for one-and-a-half months, it was attached to the ovary and other parts of the body, he claimed. Khurana was finally discharged on July 14, he said. Kataria said he has been getting calls from people saying that the Sirohis are influential people, and they dissuaded him from fighting them as it would be a long battle. On July 16, I lodged a complaint with the chief medical officer. On July 17, I lodged a police complaint. Initially, the CMO assured me that he will take action against the doctor, but later he backtracked. A DCP-ranked officer, after five days, also said that an FIR be registered in the case, and issued instructions to the police station. When the copy of the complaint reached the CMO, he alleged he CMO made a U-turn, saying his wife has not died while others have lost their wives and that their complaints are still pending for the past six months. The CMO said that he wants to give one chance to the doctor (Sirohi), Kataria said. When contacted, Ghaziabad Chief Medical Officer Dr Akhilesh Mohan on Monday told PTI, A three-member team, which includes a gynaecologist, has been constituted to probe the matter. I have written a letter to the nursing home, where the treatment (cesarean delivery) was done. As soon as I get the letter, action will be taken. Dr Nishi Sirohi said she has received a letter from the CMO on the matter 3-4 days ago and that she has given her reply. I feel that the person (Chirag Kataria) is speaking baseless things. The patient went from here in a proper condition. And (later), I told her that there is some pus in her stomach, and she should be admitted, so that treatment can be done after carrying out tests, she told PTI. They did not come to me. And, now after one and a half months, I am getting this letter from the CMO. I will fully cooperate in the probe, she added.

The New Indian Express 28 Jul 2025 10:48 pm

Ghaziabad 'fake embassy' probe exposes Rs 300 crore scam, 162 foreign visits by accused, 25 shell firms: Report

The arrest of Harshvardhan Jain, a 47-year-old man from Ghaziabad for operating a fake embassy , has revealed an elaborate web of deception, with alleged links to a Rs 300 crore scam, 162 foreign trips in a decade, and a network of shell companies with international reach. The man, Harshvardhan Jain, had been masquerading as a diplomat for years while allegedly luring people with overseas job offers and laundering money through the hawala route. The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) arrested Jain last week from a swanky, two-storey rented house in Ghaziabad. The premises bore a nameplate declaring it as the Grand Duchy of Westarctica and identifying Jain as H.E. HV Jain, Honorary Consul. An NDTV report says that Jain had rented the current building just six months ago, but the fake embassy operation had allegedly been running since 2017, a span of nearly eight years. Flags of India and the fictitious Westarctica a self-proclaimed micronation in Antarctica with no international recognition were displayed prominently outside the building. The STF seized four cars with fake diplomatic number plates, forged documents, and a luxury watch collection during the raid. Investigations further revealed that Jain is suspected of running an overseas job racket, using the embassy faade for high-level networking before duping people. The scale of the alleged fraud is staggering, Jain is believed to be connected to a scam worth nearly Rs 300 crore. He had made 162 foreign trips in the last ten years, raising further questions about his financial operations. According to the NDTV report , the probe has found that Jain was closely associated with self-styled godman Chandraswami, a controversial figure from the 80s and 90s, once considered the spiritual adviser to multiple Indian prime ministers. During the raid, police reportedly found photographs of Jain with Chandraswami and Saudi arms dealer Adnan Khashoggi, both of whom were once linked to high-profile financial dealings and scandals. Chandraswami, allegedly introduced Jain to both Khashoggi and fugitive conman Ahsan Ali Sayed. Sayed, originally from Hyderabad and later a Turkish citizen, is accused of collaborating with Jain to open at least 25 shell companies for laundering money through hawala channels, says NDTV . Sayed ran a Swiss firm called Western Advisory Group, which promised clients assistance in securing loans in return for commissions. According to NDTV , the company allegedly collected over 25 million pounds (nearly Rs 300 crore) in brokerage before fleeing Switzerland. Sayed was arrested in London in 2022. UP Police are now investigating the extent of Jains role in the operation and whether the Ghaziabad fake embassy was used as a front for financial crimes. A nation of one: Ghaziabad fake embassy case shines light on micronations and legal grey zones Following Jain's arrest, Westarctica the micronation he claimed to represent issued a detailed statement disowning him. As reported by NDTV , Westarctica clarified that Jain had made a generous donation in 2016 and was subsequently offered the ceremonial title of Honorary Consul to India. However, the organisation said he was never granted ambassadorial powers or the authority to run an official embassy. During his recent arrest for fraud and other crimes, Mr Jain was found to be in possession of diplomatic number plates, passports, and other items bearing the seal of Westarctica, the organisation said in a statement published on their website. As an Honorary Consul, he was not authorized to create these items. Westarctica, itself, does not utilize number plates or passports and we have never permitted or encouraged our representatives to do so, it added. Westarctica said Jains actions were in violation of protocol and announced that he had been indefinitely suspended from the organisation. It also offered to cooperate fully with Indian authorities and extended sympathies to anyone who may have been defrauded by Jain. Westarctica is a self-declared micronation founded in 2001 by former US Navy officer Travis McHenry. The group lays claim to over 6,20,000 square miles of land in Antarctica, based on a loophole in the Antarctic Treaty System, which prohibits claims by nation-states but says nothing about private individuals. While the territory is uninhabited and lacks any legal recognition, Westarctica claims to have over 2,300 citizens and functions as a non-profit based in California, focusing on climate change awareness and Antarctic conservation. It has its own flag, currency, and honorary titles, though none are recognised by any government. NDTV reported that the Uttar Pradesh STF is expected to seek Jains custody in court on Monday. Investigators are looking into the full scope of his activities, including potential violations of diplomatic norms, financial fraud, and criminal conspiracy.

The New Indian Express 27 Jul 2025 8:13 pm

'Diplomat', Arrested At Fake Embassy, Involved In Rs 300 Cr Scam; Held 162 Foreign Trips: Report

Harsh Vardhan Jain was arrested for running fake embassy in Ghaziabad. Probe has revealed that he lured youths for jobs abroad and was involved in money laundering through Hawala.

News18 27 Jul 2025 2:05 pm

162 Trips Abroad, 300-Crore Scam: Fake Embassy Probe Reveals Big Secrets

A scam possibly worth nearly Rs 300 crore, 162 foreign trips in 10 years and multiple overseas bank accounts: the investigation against Harsvardhan Jain, arrested for running a fake embassy in Ghaziabad for eight years, has revealed shocking details.

NDTV 27 Jul 2025 1:00 pm

Delhi-NCR weather update: Will it rain this weekend? IMD forecast out for Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon & Ghaziabad till August 1

New Delhi anticipates a blend of sunshine and showers on July 26, 2025. The temperature will reach 39.4C during the day and drop to 32.2C at night. There is a high chance of rain and humidity. The week ahead includes varying rainfall, with July 29th expected to have the heaviest downpour.

The Economic Times 26 Jul 2025 12:21 pm

Big Boost for Ghaziabad: DMRC plans 4 metro corridors, Gokulpuri-Hindon Airport link proposed

The metro corridor, which would also act as an extension of the Namo Bharat corridor that runs through Sahibabad, is expected to assist more than 5 lakh people, particularly in areas of Indirapuram, Vasundhara, and Vaishali townships.

DNA India 26 Jul 2025 9:54 am

RCB's Yash Dayal in more trouble, case registered under POCSO Act for alleged rape of minor: Report

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Yash Dayal faces further legal trouble as a second FIR has been filed against him, alleging sexual assault of a 17-year-old in Jaipur. This follows a previous rape complaint in Ghaziabad. The new FIR includes charges under the BNS and the Posco Act, with allegations of multiple instances of rape dating back to 2023.

The Economic Times 25 Jul 2025 3:07 pm

Ghaziabad: Shocking CCTV footage shows men in delivery agent uniforms loot jewellery, cash worth Rs 30 lakh within minutes

In Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, two individuals disguised as delivery agents robbed Mansi Jewellers, stealing gold, silver, and cash worth Rs 30 lakh within six minutes. The robbers, dressed in Swiggy and Blinkit uniforms, threatened the employee at gunpoint before fleeing towards Delhi. Police have formed five teams to investigate the incident and are examining CCTV footage.

The Economic Times 25 Jul 2025 10:42 am

Video: 2 Men, Dressed As Food Delivery Agents, Rob Ghaziabad Jewellery Shop

The video shows the two accused, wearing helmets and dressed as delivery agents from Blinkit and Swiggy, pushing an employee and forcefully entering the store, Mansi Jewellers.

NDTV 25 Jul 2025 9:12 am

On Cam: Disguised As Delivery Agents, 2 Men Rob Ghaziabad Jewellery Shop In Broad Daylight

The men barged into the shop and stole approximately 20 kilograms of silver and 125 grams of gold.

News18 25 Jul 2025 9:09 am

Man caught running fake embassy in Ghaziabad; he called himself ambassador of imaginary nations 'Seborga' and 'Westarctica'

A 47-year-old man posed as ambassador to imaginary nations and duped people for money. He ran operations from a lavish property on the outskirts of Delhi.

Web Dunia 24 Jul 2025 5:42 pm

Friend Treats Boy To Chhole Bhature, Kills Him For Following Girlfriend On Social Media In UP

He followed his friend's girlfriend on social media, but it enraged his friend, who hatched a plan to kill him. The boy was stabbed to death in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad by his friends for sending a follow request.

NDTV 24 Jul 2025 5:05 pm

Bajrang Dal Leader Stops Blinkit Delivery Boy in Ghaziabad for Delivering Chicken

Leader questions customers religion over phone; viral video sparks outrage over moral policing and religious intrusion

Deccan Chronicle 24 Jul 2025 4:52 pm

Harshvardhan Jain: the fake Diplomat who ran embassy in Ghaziabad and his controversial past

The London educated Harshvardhan Jain was arrested in 2012 for unlawfulling possessing a satellite phone.

The Hindu 24 Jul 2025 2:56 pm

Who is Harshvardhan Jain? Ghaziabad man busted for running fake embassy posing as diplomat, UP STF seizes 4 luxury cars, Rs 44 lakh cash, and...

A Ghaziabad man was arrested by Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) for running a fake embassy in Kavi Nagar area for years. He has been identified as Harshvardhan Jain, who claimed to represent 'fictional' micronations like 'Westarctica'.

DNA India 24 Jul 2025 7:13 am

Ambassador of Saborga and Lodonia: Who is Harshvardhan Jain, and how did he run a fake embassy in Ghaziabad for 7 years?

In Ghaziabad, the STF busted Harshvardhan Jain, who operated a fake embassy for about seven years, posing as an ambassador for fictional countries. Jain lured victims with promises of foreign jobs and diplomatic perks, using forged documents and shell companies. Authorities seized cash, fake passports, and are investigating his connections and accomplices.

The Economic Times 24 Jul 2025 12:32 am

Watch: Parliament deadlock, IndiGo engine fire, Fake Embassy busted & more | News Wrap

Big developments across India today Parliament grinds to a halt over Bihar voter roll protests, an IndiGo flights engine catches fire during takeoff, and a fake Westarctica embassy is busted in Ghaziabad. Heres what you need to know.

The Hindu 23 Jul 2025 10:15 pm

School Assembly Headlines for July 24: Top national, international, sports and business updates

India is set to resume tourist visas for Chinese nationals after five years, while the Rajya Sabha will debate the Pahalgam attack. A Ghaziabad man was arrested for running a fake embassy, and the UN declared a clean environment a human right.

The Economic Times 23 Jul 2025 8:11 pm