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Male tiger carcass found in UP’s Sitapur

Updated on Feb 12, 2025 09:20 PM IST

The carcass of a male tiger was found in the forest area of the Machreta block, under the Madhwapur forest block, in Sitapur district, on Tuesday evening

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Illegal LPG refilling racket in Lko: Police raid unit, 4 arrested, 62 illegal gas cylinders seized

Those arrested were identified as Sakindar Sahni, 34, from Bihar, Arvind Kumar Yadav, 26, Dularay, 50, both from Kakori, and Bablu, 34 of Thakurganj

The arrested members of the illegal LPG-filling racket in Lucknow (HT Photo)

Published on Feb 12, 2025 09:04 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Ayodhya Ram Mandir chief priest Acharya Mahant Satyendra Das dies

He was admitted in HDU of Neurology ward on February 3, following brain stroke on February 2, in critical condition

Satyendra Das has remained chief priest of the new Ram Temple in Ayodhya since its consecration ceremony. (ANI photo)

Updated on Feb 12, 2025 10:25 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Despite red flags, chinks in fire safety at coaching institutes in Lucknow

Reality check finds many institutes running with only one entry/exit point, putting lives of students at risk; chief fire officer seeks cancellation of their licences

One of the centres in Aliganj area with single entry/exit point. (Deepak Gupta/HT Photos)

Published on Feb 12, 2025 08:46 AM IST

ByAakash Ghosh

Valuables missing from chest at La Martiniere College; probe on

This matter was reported by the current principal to the trustees of Lucknow Martin Charities soon after he assumed office in March 2024

One of the college trustees wrote to the principal on December 17, 2024, to get the matter probed by constituting a committee of five senior teachers of the college. (File Photo)

Published on Feb 12, 2025 08:36 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

UP minister slams opposition for spreading lies about Mahakumbh

Minister Ravindra Jaiswal criticized Congress and SP for undermining the Mahakumbh, asserting 46 crore attendees and effective crowd management despite opposition claims.

Rush of devotees at the Sangam on the eve of 'Magh Purnima', during the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj. (PTI)

Published on Feb 12, 2025 08:08 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

‘Early detection, conservation surgery key to avoiding radical mastectomies’

Dr Ramakant said, “Breast cancer should not be ignored in the early stages, and surgery is an effective treatment for curing the disease.”

Breast cancer is a very common cancer in women (File)

Published on Feb 12, 2025 07:12 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Practical knowledge of science subjects can help fetch good marks in UP Board class 12 exams: Experts

Experts advise understanding science topics practically and practicing math to excel in UP Board class 12 exams starting February 24.

Published on Feb 12, 2025 07:10 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Lucknow Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 12.99 °C, check weather forecast for February 12, 2025

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Lucknow on February 12, 2025 here.

Lucknow weather update on February 12, 2025

Published on Feb 12, 2025 07:00 AM IST

Byhindustantimes.com

Son drew dead lecturer’s pension for 16 yrs; recovery notice issued

As per records, the lecturer would have been 105 yrs old had he been alive, but the person submitting his life certificate was 60 years. It was found that he was the deceased’s son, says officer

Over <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>60.89 lakh was released as pension in the name of the lecturer, Sohan Lal Sharma, who died on September 19, 2008. (Pic for representation)

Published on Feb 12, 2025 06:20 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Lifelong VVIPs spreading misinformation regarding Mahakumbh: CM on oppn

CM Yogi Adityanath criticized opposition leaders for spreading false narratives about the Mahakumbh, highlighting the Modi government's welfare achievements for the poor.

CM Yogi Adityanath pays tribute to Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay in Lucknow. (@myogiadityanath; PTI)

Published on Feb 12, 2025 05:50 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Allahabad HC nixes PIL seeking removal of loudspeakers from Mahakumbh

The court observed that the petitioners had only filed pictures of loudspeakers installed for making announcements and were placed on temporary public roads

The HC said the petition lacked data to indicate that the public address system was causing noise pollution above permissible limits. (For Representation)

Published on Feb 12, 2025 05:14 AM IST

ByJItendra Sarin, Prayagraj

Mahakumbh: Devotee count crosses 45-cr mark

Devotees at Prayagraj's Mahakumbh crossed 45 crore, with 55 crore expected by event's end. Security measures are heightened for the upcoming Maghi Purnima.

Some 1.23 crore people had taken a dip at Sangam by 6 pm on Tuesday--a day ahead of Maghi Purnima bathing. (Sourced)

Updated on Feb 11, 2025 10:53 PM IST

ByKenneth John, Mahakumbh Nagar (prayagraj)

Maha Kumbh: Surge in devotees leaves a trail of garbage in Ganga, Yamuna

Mahakumbh boosts pilgrim numbers in Prayagraj, causing a surge in river garbage. A trash skimmer removes 10-15 tons daily to ensure clean waters.

Trash skimmer in operation near Sangam in Prayagraj. (HT photo)

Updated on Feb 11, 2025 10:43 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Mahakumbh Nagar (prayagraj)

Inflated power bills raise hackles of Lucknow residents

Residents in Chinhat face billing errors, with many receiving inflated electricity bills. Authorities promise action against faulty meter readers.

Updated on Feb 11, 2025 09:49 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

U.P.: Cold winds to bring temp dip from Thursday

In Lucknow, the maximum and minimum temperatures were 29°C and 12°C, respectively. The city is expected to have clear skies with strong surface winds (15-25 kmph) in the coming days, and temperatures may settle around 27°C (max) and 12°C (min).

Wind speeds are expected to increase from Wednesday evening, reaching 15-25 kmph during the day. (Sourced)

Updated on Feb 11, 2025 09:49 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

UPPCL employees’ body seeks white paper on Agra, Noida power privatisation

Shailendra Dubey, Samiti convenor, pointed to financial losses, stating that in 2023-24, the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) purchased electricity at ₹5.55 per unit but sold it to Agra’s private distributor, Torrent Power, at ₹4.36 per unit—resulting in a ₹275 crore loss that year alone.

Samiti convenor also raised concerns about Greater Noida’s privatisation deal, which began in 1993. (Sourced)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 09:43 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Army Jawan taking infant to Lko for treatment among 5 dead in road crash

The incident occurred around 5:00 am when Ghulam Hazrat, 60, his wife Fatima Begum, 56, their son Army Jawan Abrar Ahmad, 28, an 18-day-old girl, and driver Chand Mohammad were travelling from Matera to Lucknow for medical treatment of an 18-day-old girl.

The bodies have been sent for postmortem examination, and an investigation is underway. (Sourced)

Updated on Feb 11, 2025 09:39 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Bahraich

Maha Kumbh 2025 – In Honour Of The Holy Ganges: Paying Respects, One and All

From President Murmu's visit to the narration of Bhagwat Katha and Ganga Aarti recreation, here’s a glimpse of the latest updates from the Maha Kumbh Mela.

President Droupadi Murmu took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on February 10, 2025.(Photo: Rajesh Kumar Singh/AP and X/Rashtrapathibhvn)

Updated on Feb 11, 2025 06:21 PM IST

Written by Henna Rakheja

Traffic shouldn’t be obstructed on any major route : UP CM

The chief minister held a special review meeting on the Mahakumbh via video conference with senior officials from Prayagraj, Kaushambi, Kanpur, Sultanpur, Amethi, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Mirzapur, Jaunpur, Chitrakoot, Banda, Pratapgarh, Bhadohi, Rae Bareli, Gorakhpur, Mahoba, and Lucknow.

Over the past week, the influx of devotees into Prayagraj has increased significantly from all directions. (Sourced)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 09:28 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow/mahakumbh Nagar (prayagraj)

Woman posing as customer steals jewellery worth ₹55 lakh

A burqa-clad woman stole jewellery worth ₹55 lakh from a Lucknow shop, engaging the staff before fleeing. Police are reviewing CCTV footage.

Screen grab showing the accused woman (Sourced)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 09:26 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Recarpeting of Lucknow airport runway to start from March 1

CCSI Airport's runway recarpeting starts March 1, 10 am-6 pm, ending July 15. Flights rescheduled; 132 daily flights will operate outside work hours.

Published on Feb 11, 2025 09:24 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

KGMU relocates last two destitute patients to shelter home after years of waiting

KGMU spokesperson Dr Sudhir Singh, after reviewing decades-old hospital records, revealed that these patients were brought in by police personnel along with a court order mandating the hospital to admit them.

The Lawaris Vipanna Scheme, designed specifically for destitute patients, provides free treatment up to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>10,000, with the possibility of extensions if needed (FOR REPRESENTATION)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 09:14 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Revamp: Cong move to take everybody along raises hopes of party’s old guards in U.P.

After a weeklong exercise wherein senior party leaders from state’s 75 districts were interviewed from January 7 to 13 last month, it is hoped that the new team will be a mix of young and old guards

We are involving all in this exercise. No one will be left out. We have sought opinion of all former UPCC chiefs, said Ajay Rai. (HT file)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 09:08 AM IST

ByUmesh Raghuvanshi, Lucknow

Warmer days ahead as mercury rises across Uttar Pradesh

On Monday, maximum temperatures increased in Prayagraj and Agra divisions, while no significant changes were reported in the remaining divisions.

On Monday, highest day temperature in the state was recorded in Prayagraj at 31.1 and Varanasi (BHU) at 31 degrees Celsius. (FOR REPRESENTATION)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 08:50 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Lack of fire safety stares at many coaching centres in U.P. capital

Fire department audit finds lack of basic equipment at many centres; CFO for licence cancellation of 17 big ones

During a fire department drive, it was found that there were no arrangements to avoid fire in various coaching centres in Lucknow. (HT file)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 08:34 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

₹4 after 5 years: That’s the hike for UP Board invigilators

UP Board raises invigilator pay by ₹4 after 5 years, now ₹100. Teachers demand higher remuneration compared to CBSE's rates. Exams from Feb 24.

A total of 54,37,175 students registered for the UP Board examinations this year. (FILE PHOTO)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 08:06 AM IST

ByGodhooli Sharma, Lucknow

Mahakumbh: 200 km in 16 hrs, yet faith reigns supreme

Despite traffic jams that devotees travelling to Prayagraj from various cities faced, their determination remained firm

Archana and her husband Sanjay Agarwal, a businessman from Kanpur, are yet to come to terms with what all they went through during their 200 km journey to Prayagraj by car. (Sourced)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 07:06 AM IST

ByRajeev Mullick, Lucknow

Lucknow Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 14.65 °C, check weather forecast for February 11, 2025

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Lucknow on February 11, 2025 here.

Lucknow weather update on February 11, 2025

Published on Feb 11, 2025 07:00 AM IST

Byhindustantimes.com

Filled with immense peace and energy: U’khand CM after holy dip

Calling the Mahakumbh a ‘religious Mahaparva’, he highlighted the deep significance of the sacred bath.

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, with his family, at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on Monday. (Sourced)

Published on Feb 11, 2025 06:46 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Mahakumbh Nagar

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The carcass of a male tiger was found in the forest area of the Machreta block, under the Madhwapur forest block, in Sitapur district, on Tuesday evening

Those arrested were identified as Sakindar Sahni, 34, from Bihar, Arvind Kumar Yadav, 26, Dularay, 50, both from Kakori, and Bablu, 34 of Thakurganj

He was admitted in HDU of Neurology ward on February 3, following brain stroke on February 2, in critical condition

Reality check finds many institutes running with only one entry/exit point, putting lives of students at risk; chief fire officer seeks cancellation of their licences

This matter was reported by the current principal to the trustees of Lucknow Martin Charities soon after he assumed office in March 2024

Minister Ravindra Jaiswal criticized Congress and SP for undermining the Mahakumbh, asserting 46 crore attendees and effective crowd management despite opposition claims.

Dr Ramakant said, “Breast cancer should not be ignored in the early stages, and surgery is an effective treatment for curing the disease.”

Experts advise understanding science topics practically and practicing math to excel in UP Board class 12 exams starting February 24.

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Lucknow on February 12, 2025 here.

As per records, the lecturer would have been 105 yrs old had he been alive, but the person submitting his life certificate was 60 years. It was found that he was the deceased’s son, says officer

CM Yogi Adityanath criticized opposition leaders for spreading false narratives about the Mahakumbh, highlighting the Modi government's welfare achievements for the poor.

The court observed that the petitioners had only filed pictures of loudspeakers installed for making announcements and were placed on temporary public roads

Devotees at Prayagraj's Mahakumbh crossed 45 crore, with 55 crore expected by event's end. Security measures are heightened for the upcoming Maghi Purnima.

Mahakumbh boosts pilgrim numbers in Prayagraj, causing a surge in river garbage. A trash skimmer removes 10-15 tons daily to ensure clean waters.

Residents in Chinhat face billing errors, with many receiving inflated electricity bills. Authorities promise action against faulty meter readers.

In Lucknow, the maximum and minimum temperatures were 29°C and 12°C, respectively. The city is expected to have clear skies with strong surface winds (15-25 kmph) in the coming days, and temperatures may settle around 27°C (max) and 12°C (min).

The incident occurred around 5:00 am when Ghulam Hazrat, 60, his wife Fatima Begum, 56, their son Army Jawan Abrar Ahmad, 28, an 18-day-old girl, and driver Chand Mohammad were travelling from Matera to Lucknow for medical treatment of an 18-day-old girl.

From President Murmu's visit to the narration of Bhagwat Katha and Ganga Aarti recreation, here’s a glimpse of the latest updates from the Maha Kumbh Mela.

The chief minister held a special review meeting on the Mahakumbh via video conference with senior officials from Prayagraj, Kaushambi, Kanpur, Sultanpur, Amethi, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Mirzapur, Jaunpur, Chitrakoot, Banda, Pratapgarh, Bhadohi, Rae Bareli, Gorakhpur, Mahoba, and Lucknow.

A burqa-clad woman stole jewellery worth ₹55 lakh from a Lucknow shop, engaging the staff before fleeing. Police are reviewing CCTV footage.

CCSI Airport's runway recarpeting starts March 1, 10 am-6 pm, ending July 15. Flights rescheduled; 132 daily flights will operate outside work hours.

KGMU spokesperson Dr Sudhir Singh, after reviewing decades-old hospital records, revealed that these patients were brought in by police personnel along with a court order mandating the hospital to admit them.

After a weeklong exercise wherein senior party leaders from state’s 75 districts were interviewed from January 7 to 13 last month, it is hoped that the new team will be a mix of young and old guards

On Monday, maximum temperatures increased in Prayagraj and Agra divisions, while no significant changes were reported in the remaining divisions.

Fire department audit finds lack of basic equipment at many centres; CFO for licence cancellation of 17 big ones

UP Board raises invigilator pay by ₹4 after 5 years, now ₹100. Teachers demand higher remuneration compared to CBSE's rates. Exams from Feb 24.

Despite traffic jams that devotees travelling to Prayagraj from various cities faced, their determination remained firm

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Lucknow on February 11, 2025 here.

Calling the Mahakumbh a ‘religious Mahaparva’, he highlighted the deep significance of the sacred bath.

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