UP: CBI arrests key absconding accused in transnational cybercrime case
Hyderabad: The CBI has arrested Vikas Kumar Nimar, a key absconding accused involved in the operation of a transnational cybercrime network and has busted an illegal call centre being operated by the accused in Lucknow, targeting US nationals. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had registered a case on 24 September last year and conducted 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 .
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UP man found dead in pond after escaping custody; family alleges police negligence
LUCKNOW: A man in his twenties was found dead in a pond on Monday after he allegedly escaped from police custody in Bhadohi district. The man had been arrested for kidnapping a minor girl from another community. While a purported suicide note was found a few metres from the pond accusing the girl and her family of driving him to take the extreme step, the deceaseds family refused to accept it as a case of death by suicide and alleged police negligence. According to police sources, the Station House Officer (SHO) of the police station concerned, under whose jurisdiction the incident took place, was placed under suspension and a probe was ordered into the matter. Bhadohi Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shubham Agrawal said the inquiry was being conducted by him and that the victims father, a home guard constable, had been asked to file a complaint regarding the incident. As per sources, a case was lodged against the victim 20 days ago for allegedly kidnapping a girl with the intention of luring her into premarital marriage. Police recovered the girl in Bhadohi on Thursday. She was produced before the court, her statement was recorded, and she was subsequently sent to a protection home. District police sources said the victim was held two days ago. As it was the weekend, he was kept in custody and was scheduled to be produced in court on Monday. However, in the early hours of Saturday, the youth was taken to the washroom on the station premises by the constable on duty, when he allegedly pushed the constable and fled. Police searched extensively but failed to trace him. Later on Saturday, around 10 pm, a team from another police station, while patrolling, found some items, a wallet, a belt and a note, near a pond situated on temple premises. Suspecting the items belonged to the missing man, they informed the concerned police station and a search was launched. Police recovered the youths body from the pond at around 7 am on Sunday, said ASP Agrawal. Police said no injury marks were found on the body and the cause of death was suspected to be drowning. In the suicide note, according to ASP Agrawal, the victim held the girl and her family responsible for pushing him to commit suicide. The purported note claimed that the girl had lied about being kidnapped and had gone with him of her own accord. However, the youths brother alleged that he did not die by suicide and that the handwriting in the note was not his. He further alleged that the girls family had threatened to destroy his brother and that the police had yet to take any action in the case.
Dharmendra fans kissed his chair and applied mud from his footprints
Dharmendra's final film, 'Ikkis', is set to release, with a striking poster unveiled just before his passing. The film's line-producer recalled the immense fan frenzy during the Lucknow schedule, where fans showed extraordinary devotion to the legendary actor. Dharmendra's humility and overwhelming fan following left a lasting impression on everyone involved.
PM Modi to hoist Dharam Dhwaja as Ayodhya Ram temple construction reaches completion
Lucknow: Preparations for the Dhwajaarohan (flag-hoisting) ceremony on the spire of the Ram temple have reached their final stage, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to return to Ayodhya after 22 months. The event marks the formal completion of the temples construction, nearly two years after the consecration of Ram Lalla in the sanctum sanctorum, which the PM presided over on 22 January 2024. The PM will hoist the saffron flag, the Dharam Dhwaja , atop the temple spire on Tuesday. The right-angled triangular flag, measuring 11 feet in height and 22 feet in length, bears the image of a radiant Sun symbolising the brilliance and valour of Lord Rama, with an Om inscribed on it along with the image of a Kovidara tree. The temple trust said the sacred saffron flag would convey a message of dignity, unity and cultural continuity, embodying the ideals of Ram Rajya. The flag will rise atop a shikhar (spire) constructed in the traditional North Indian Nagara architectural style, while the surrounding 800-metre Parkota, a circumambulatory enclosure built around the temple, has been designed in the South Indian architectural tradition, showcasing architectural diversity. During his stay in Ayodhya, the PM is expected to visit other temples dedicated to Maharshi Vashishtha, Maharshi Vishwamitra, Maharshi Agastya, Maharshi Valmiki, Devi Ahilya, Nishadraj Guha and Mata Shabari, constructed on the premises of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi after the consecration. He will also visit the Sheshavtar Mandir. The PM will additionally visit Mata Annapurna Mandir and perform darshan and pooja at Ram Darbar Garbha Grah, followed by darshan at Ram Lalla Garbha Grah. According to temple trust sources, at around noon the PM will ceremonially hoist the saffron flag on the shikhar of the temple, after which he is likely to address the gathering. As per the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, the flag-hoisting event falls on the auspicious Panchami date of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Margashirsha, coinciding with the Abhijit Muhurat of Shri Ram and Goddess Sitas Vivah Panchami (wedding date), a day symbolising divine union. On the eve of the ceremony, Ayodhya wore a festive look as dignitaries and devotees began arriving to witness the event. The ceremonial flag to be raised on the temple spire has already reached the birthplace site. Security around the Ram Janmabhoomi complex and adjoining areas has been heightened. Surveillance is being carried out by helicopter, and ATS commandos have cordoned off the temple premises. Personnel from the SPG, CRPF and PAC have also been deployed, forming a five-layer security arrangement. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat arrived in Ayodhya on Monday. While the CM reviewed the preparations for the grand ceremony, which is likely to be attended by around 6,000 guests, the RSS chief is among the dignitaries invited for the occasion. Sources said more than a hundred major donors who contributed over Rs 2 crore towards the construction of the Ram Mandir have been invited. However, the Shankaracharyas have not been invited. The temple trust has appealed to the public not to visit Ayodhya for Ram Lallas darshan on 25 November. Entry of all heavy vehicles such as trucks and tractors was stopped from entering Ayodhya from 11 pm on 23 November, a restriction that will remain in place until midnight on 26 November. However, the movement of residents has allegedly been hampered due to the unprecedented security arrangements, especially following the recent Delhi terror blast. Routes through which the PMs cavalcade will move have been sensitised and closed to locals. To retain the festivity and fervour during the PMs movement from Saket Degree College to the Ram temple, the local administration has roped in 5,000 women to give musical performances and shower petals on the convoy. Meanwhile, all streets and by-lanes leading to Ram Path have been barricaded and guarded, and no pedestrian movement will be allowed towards the temple, as was the case earlier.
Visakhapatnam To Host FIH Men's Junior Hockey World Cup 2025
India has a strong legacy in this tournament, having won the Men's Junior World Cup twice, first in 2001 in Australia with a 6-1 victory over Argentina in the final, and again in 2016 in Lucknow, defeating Belgium 2-1 in the final to claim the title.
Syed Modi International: A Spirit Waiting to Rise Again
Illegal call centres case: CBI nabs key accused in cybercrime operations
The accused was arrested from Lucknow last week, after being on the run for over a year, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) said in a statement
CBI arrests key cyber-fraud suspect in Lucknow, busts call centre targeting US citizens
The CBI has made a significant arrest in a major cyber fraud case. Vikas Kumar Nimar, a key figure in an international syndicate, was apprehended. The agency also shut down an illegal call centre in Lucknow. This operation targeted unsuspecting US citizens. The investigation is ongoing, with international cooperation to dismantle global operations.
Lakshya Sen Emerges Australian Open Champion
Lakshya, a 2021 World Championships bronze-medallist, had last won a Super 300 title at the Syed Modi International in Lucknow in 2024
Days Of Invasion Gone, We've Now Hoisted Flag Over Ram Temple: RSS Chief
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday delivered a series of strong remarks on spirituality, national identity, Indian civilisation and contemporary challenges and called the country a Hindu Rashtra', at the Divya Geeta Prerna Utsav in Lucknow.
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Man rapes three-year-old girl in UP's Lakhimpur Kheri, arrested
LAKHIMPUR KHERI: A three-year-old girl was allegedly raped by a 35-year-old man at a village in this district, police said on Sunday. The incident took place on Friday night when the child was playing outside her house and her family members were busy for preparations of her aunt's wedding the next day, they said, adding the accused has been arrested. The accused, Shyam Pal, lured the girl on some pretext and took her away. He was later found with the child, who was in a serious condition with her clothes blood stained, a police officer said. Sensing something bad with the child, family members informed the police who rushed to the spot falling under the Mitauli police station area and took the accused in custody. The child was then taken to the district hospital and later sent to Lucknow in view of her condition, the officer said. Mitauli Deputy Superintendent of Police Yadvendra told reporters that the accused was arrested on Saturday. Further investigations were in progress, the DSP said.
Kanpur doc let off after 10 days as agencies find no role in Delhi blast
When a nawab sent his errant son to prison
In 1754, a teenage prince of Awadh, Shuja-ud-Daulah, was caught attempting to climb into a young girl's window. His father, Safdar Jung, upheld the law, ordering the prince jailed like any common criminal. After a week, the prince was released following pleas from his mother and others, but his relationship with his father took time to mend.
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Gita Offers Answers For A World In Confusion: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat
Lucknow, Nov 23: The Bhagavad Gita provides timeless guidance for a world struggling with moral confusion, conflict and the lack of peace, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Sunday. Addressing the Gita Prerna Mahotsav here, Bhagwat said the purpose of the event was not merely ceremonial, but to inspire people to live the Gita. We are here because the Gita has to be lived, not just recited. Its 700 slokas must be read, contemplated and applied in our daily lives, [] The post Gita Offers Answers For A World In Confusion: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lucknow faces growing e-waste crisis due to lack of recycling facilities
Lucknow generates nearly 200 kg of electronic waste daily but has no authorized recycling plant. Discarded gadgets pile up, posing health and environmental threats. An informal network of scrap dealers and ragpickers handles the waste unsafely. Existing rules are poorly implemented, with e-waste mixed with household garbage. Experts warn of an ecological disaster without immediate action.
Agarkar & Co. Slated To Meet In Mumbai To Select Indias Squads For White-ball Games Against SA
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: The senior mens selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, is scheduled to convene in Mumbai on Sunday to select Indias squads for the upcoming white-ball series against South Africa, said sources to IANS. Agarkar, along with RP Singh and BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia, were in Guwahati on Saturday to attend day one of the second Test against South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium. But IANS understands that the trio left for Mumbai from Guwahati on Sunday for the selection committee meeting at the BCCI headquarters. Yes, the selection meeting is today in Mumbai, after being initially presumed that it would happen in Guwahati. It is understood that other members are also travelling to Mumbai for it, further said the sources. Following the conclusion of the two-match Test series, India will play against South Africa in three ODIs, to be played in Ranchi, Raipur and Visakhapatnam and five T20Is set to take place in Cuttack, New Chandigarh, Dharamsala, Lucknow and Ahmedabad. The discussion in the Agarkar-led panel is expected to centre a lot on who could lead the side for the ODI series against the Proteas. Theres a leadership vacuum in the 50-over set-up as captain Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer are unavailable due to neck and spleen injuries. With Gill also consulting Mumbai-based spinal surgeon Dr Abhay Nene for his neck injury recovery, it also puts him as a doubtful starter for the T20Is against South Africa, starting on December 9. IANS understands that theres a leadership toss-up between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant, with more discussions expected to happen in the selection committees meeting. Rahul has led India previously in ODIs and was the captain when the side beat South Africa in the 50-over series in 2023. Pant, on the other hand, is captaining India in the ongoing second Test in Guwahati, but hasnt been a first-choice starter in the 50-over set-up due to Rahuls presence. In Gills absence, Yashasvi Jaiswal could partner with Rohit Sharma at the top. IANS understands that theres a leadership toss-up between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant, with more discussions expected to happen in the selection committees meeting. Rahul has led India previously in ODIs and was the captain when the side beat South Africa in the 50-over series in 2023. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For the T20I series against the Proteas, barring Gill, the majority of the squad is likely to be on the expected lines. It would be interesting to see if Hardik Pandya is included, with the seam-bowling all-rounder on rehab mode for a quad injury recovery at the BCCI CoE in Bengaluru. Article Source: IANS
Lets build a new UP inspired by ideals of Ram rajya: Yogi Adityanath
LUCKNOW, Nov 23: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday expressed hope that the restoration of the dharma dhwaja in Ayodhya will usher in a new era of happiness, peace, and prosperity in the state. The dharma dhwaja will be installed in a grand ceremony in Ayodhya on November 25 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a post on his official website, Adityanath said, On November 25, 2025, the name of Shri Ayodhya Dham will [] The post Lets build a new UP inspired by ideals of Ram rajya: Yogi Adityanath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
A unique torai that can rice to the occasion
Scientists have developed a unique sponge gourd variety, VRSG-7-17, that naturally smells like Basmati rice. This aromatic trait, identified at ICAR-IIVR Varanasi, is due to a stabilized recessive gene. The aroma persists even after cooking, offering new commercial opportunities and potentially higher farmer incomes due to consumer appeal.
Sporting spirit: Games Nawabs played
Nawabs of Awadh elevated traditional sports like kite flying, cockfighting, and pigeon contests into expressions of skill and prestige. These 'baazi' games, deeply embedded in Lucknow's culture, involved significant investment in training animals and even wagers of land and gold. Despite evolving times and ethical debates, these vibrant traditions continue to be cherished in Lucknow's cultural memory.
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BJP, ECI using SIR to remove 50K voters from each seat won by SP
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Rituals, special prayers begin for flag hoisting
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SMAT: Sanju Samson to lead Kerala; Vignesh Puthur also there
Sanju Samson will lead Kerala in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025/26, commencing November 26 in Lucknow. The team's departure is set for November 22. This appointment follows Samson's high-profile trade to Chennai Super Kings and his recent Asia Cup T20 success, as he prepares for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
Sanju Samson Included In Kerala Senior Team For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
BCCI Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: India white-ball player Sanju Samson will lead the Kerala senior men's cricket team in the BCCI Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025/26 (Elite Group-A, League Stage) cricket tournament to be played at Lucknow from November 26 to December 8, 2025. The Kerala Cricket Association informed in a release that Sanju Samson will be the captain of the squad, which will leave for Lucknow on November 22, 2025, from Indore. Samson, who recently joined five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings from Rajasthan Royals in a trade that involved Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran going the other way in the biggest trade this season, was part of the Indian squad at the recent Asia Cup T20 that India won in the UAE a few months back. Samson will be hoping to maintain his recent form ahead of the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The squad coached by former India batter Amay Khurasiya also includes Vignesh Puthur, who was recently released by the Mumbai Indians. Also among other prominent players are Mohammed Azharuddeen M and Rohan S Kunnummal. The Kerala squad: Sanju V Samson (C)(WK), Rohan S Kunnummal, Mohammed Azharuddeen M (WK), Ahammed Imran (VC), Vishnu Vinod (WK), Nidheesh M.D, Asif KM, Akhil Scaria, Biju Narayanan N., Ankit Sharma, Krishna Devan R.J, Abdul Bazith P.A, Sharafuddeen N.M, Sibin P Gireesh, Krishna Prasad, Saly V Samson, Vignesh Puthur, Salman Nizar. Sanju V Samson (C)(WK), Rohan S Kunnummal, Mohammed Azharuddeen M (WK), Ahammed Imran (VC), Vishnu Vinod (WK), Nidheesh M.D, Asif KM, Akhil Scaria, Biju Narayanan N., Ankit Sharma, Krishna Devan R.J, Abdul Bazith P.A, Sharafuddeen N.M, Also Read: Live Cricket Score P Prasanth - Chairman of the Selection Committee will accompany the team. Article Source: IANS
'Will prioritise reducing pendancy of cases': CJI designate Surya Kant
NEW DELHI: The Chief Justice of India (CJI) designate Surya Kant on Saturday said that his immediate focus after assuming office would be to clear the large pendency of cases in the Supreme Court, which has now crossed 90,000. Speaking during an informal interaction with the media at his official residence at 7, Krishna Menon Marg, Justice Kant said, The number of cases has crossed 90,000 in the Supreme Court at present. I must target reducing pendency by ensuring optimal utilisation of judges. Responding to TNIE 's question on cases pending for 30 years or more, Justice Kant said he would prioritise such cases, adding that more Constitution Bench matters would be taken up. The CJI-designate said that he would also work to reduce pendency in High Courts and lower courts. I would constitute Constitution Benches on priority to decide questions of law because of which High Courts and lower courts are unable to make decisions, Justice Kant said. Justice Kant will take charge as the 53rd Chief Justice of India on November 24, and will serve until February 9, 2027, succeeding the incumbent CJI B R Gavai. On judicial promotions and reforms, Justice Kant said he would actively promote mediation, calling it a game changer and a solution to many systemic problems. The entire country is talking about mediation today. Mediation has really picked up momentum. Private corporations, MNCs, banks, etc., have approached the Supreme Court seeking training for in-house mediators. I think mediation is the need of the hour, he said. Stressing that mediation can significantly reduce pendency, he cited the law minister's participation in mediation conferences and the prime minister's emphasis on building capacity for mediation. On the government being the biggest litigant, often filing appeals even in matters it has lost, Justice Kant said he would encourage the government and its agencies to opt for mediation. Responding to a question on social media trolling of the Supreme Court and judges, he said, Agar problem aati hai toh samadhan bhi aata hai (If a problem comes, the solution also comes). On the issue of centralisation of High Court benches, he said that states have their own historical and logistical reasons behind the location of benches. Uttar Pradesh has the Lucknow Bench with outstanding infrastructure, but the bench strength is not enough. Allahabad also has a certain sanctioned strength, he noted. Speaking about Artificial Intelligence (AI), he described it as a grey area. We have to determine the boundaries of how much AI we need in the judicial process. We will take a holistic view and consult the Bar, he said. Addressing concerns about social media trolls and pressure on the judiciary, Justice Kant reiterated that he had never felt pressured at any point in his career. I dont think a judge or the CJI comes under pressure from social media... or what I jokingly call 'unsocial media'. Never carry any burden of such people. Just ignore them. Focus on your work, he said. On litigants approaching the Supreme Court directly, he said that the system must examine why people bypass High Courts and lower courts for matters that should be adjudicated there first.
LUCKNOW, Nov 22 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today asserted Indias capability to lead planetary stewardship and called for a global coalition to address the pressing challenges of climate change, environmental degradation, emerging technologies, and planetary governance. Addressing the panel discussion on Climate Justice and Planetary Stewardship: Legal Frameworks for Existential Challenges at the 26th International Conference of Chief [] The post Dr Jitendra Addresses Lucknow International Meet, Asserts Indias Capability To Lead Planetary Stewardship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Akhilesh Yadav alleges 'major SIR scam' in UP; accuses EC of colluding with BJP
LUCKNOW: After the poor performance of the opposition bloc in the recently concluded Bihar Assembly elections, the Samajwadi Party has intensified its tirade against the ruling BJP in Uttar Pradesh, with party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleging irregularities in SIR here on Saturday. He accused the Election Commission of India of working in collusion with the ruling party and cooking up a major scam in the form of SIR. The SP chief alleged that in Assembly seats where the party was strong and had emerged victorious, nearly 50,000 votes were being deleted. Such preparations are underway in UP and West Bengal, he claimed. Akhilesh said, Right now, we are entangled in SIR. We will have to fight the paper battle as well; we have to win elections. Taking a veiled jibe at the attire of UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Akhilesh said he was ready to jump in the ring whenever asked, but some peoples attire was such that they would not even be able to jump. Akhilesh Yadav was interacting with media persons on SP patriarch late Mulayam Singh Yadavs 85th birth anniversary here on Saturday. We have seen the role of the Election Commission in the by-elections. In 2022, voters' names were removed on a large scale. The Election Commission should issue SOPs to political parties about what to do and how to do it, he said, demanding an extension of the time allotted for conducting SIR. UP is the biggest state and 415 days are left for the UP Assembly election. There is a conspiracy to remove more than 50,000 names from every assembly in UP and West Bengal. We are prepared for this. We will work hard to save democracy, he asserted. He added that contrary to the Election Commissions claim that 99 per cent of people had received the counting form, BLOs were not visiting Dalit and Muslim-populated areas. BLOs sit at ruling party leaders' places and distribute forms from there, alleged the SP chief. He also claimed that Booth Level Agents of political parties were not receiving training anywhere in UP. There is so much pressure on BLOs that they have committed suicide in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. There is no preparation. BLOs are being pressured, he said. The SP chief further accused the present dispensation of indulging in corruption. The government has no time left now. They say they will clean rivers, Mother Ganga will now go till Bengal. They will talk about Vision-2047 and discuss old issues, but won't talk about the present circumstances, he said. Calling the Union government a failure, Akhilesh said it had failed on every issue from the dollar to foreign policy. Everything is running under industrialists' control. We lost one pilot, and if we say something, they call us traitors, he added.
