Topic: Uttar Pradesh / State

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said Deepotsav has boosted Ayodhya’s identity and the state’s prosperity, calling Ayodhya a matter of faith.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath targeted Akhilesh Yadav over his Ayodhya visit and said he should apologise for past actions before coming to the city.

Political activity has intensified in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, as Yogi Adityanath outlines the BJP’s security, governance and prosperity agenda.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath targeted Akhilesh Yadav and Asaduddin Owaisi in Ayodhya, calling PDA a Family Development Authority.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrates Diwali every year with Vantangiya families, reflecting a nearly 20-year-old bond with the community.

A major fire broke out at a plastic company in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, creating panic in the area as fire teams reached the spot to control the blaze.

/ Agencies: During the Diwali festival, incidents of fire were reported from several parts of the country.

/ Agencies: In Uttar Pradesh, some people allegedly assaulted a TTE after he stopped an incident of chain pulling inside a train.

/ Agencies: Six people were burned to death in a horrific road accident in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh...

In Uttar Pradesh’s Kannauj district, BJP MLA Archana Pandey’s brother was shot dead on Diwali night. The family has accused a Congress district general secretary.

Uttar Pradesh’s Rae Bareli district is known for its history, freedom movement, literature and politics, along with its long association with the Gandhi family.

The District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police inspected the Charkhari fair site in Mahoba district ahead of the 9 November event, reviewing security, cleanliness and traffic arrangements.

Inflation is affecting Barabanki’s firecracker market, with traders reporting increased demand for cheaper firecrackers and small packets as customers shop within limited budgets.

/ Agencies: A heavy rush of devotees is being seen for darshan at the famous Maa Annapurna temple in Varanasi.

An organisation in Bulandshahr celebrated Deepawali with families living in a slum settlement, distributing sweets, toys and fireworks to children.

Shravasti police recovered 76 missing mobile phones worth around Rs 22.40 lakh using the CEIR portal and IMEI tracking, and handed them to their owners.

Rallies of the Samajwadi Party and the Bahujan Samaj Party are set to be held in Agra within the next seven days, with both parties focusing on Dalit voters.

Sweet markets in Auraiya saw Diwali crowds as customers bought traditional sweets, with Balushahi demand rising and sugar-free options also drawing interest.

The Fire Department has made special preparations to deal with fire incidents during Diwali, with teams formed at all stations and small vehicles deployed.

A case has come to light in Noida in which a person was allegedly cheated of around Rs 20 lakh in the name of investment.