Uttar Pradesh

A woman's body was found stuffed in a suitcase near Ghaziabad's Loni Border. The body was discovered by laborers near a canal, and police investigation is ongoing to identify the woman and trace the suspect. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination to determine the cause of death.

The Allahabad High Court has rebuked the Uttar Pradesh government for delaying ex-gratia payments to families of victims who died in the January 2025 Maha Kumbh stampede in Prayagraj. The court highlighted the State’s duty to act with dignity and urgency in compensating those affected, while also raising serious concerns over lapses in postmortem procedures.

In a historic moment on Ganga Dussehra, the consecration of 'Raja Ram' Lord Ram in his kingly form was held on the first floor of the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The ceremony, attended by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, also witnessed the installation of idols in eight newly built temples within the Ram Janmabhoomi complex. Marking the culmination of a 500-year-long struggle, the event was described as both sacred and historic, symbolizing the fulfillment of generations of faith and devotion.

A pregnant woman was forced to deliver her baby outside the locked Sonbarsa Community Health Centre in Ballia late Thursday night, due to the absence of medical staff. The incident, captured on video and widely shared online, has prompted the Chief Medical Officer to launch an investigation. Authorities have promised strict action against those found negligent.

The Uttar Pradesh government is set to build a 20-km spiritual corridor named Bharat Path in Ayodhya, connecting Ram Path to the sacred site of Bharatkund. Estimated at Rs 900 crore, the project aims to improve access for devotees and manage growing footfall following the Ram Temple's construction. The road will mirror the design of Ram Path, with wider lanes and improved traffic flow, enhancing the pilgrimage experience.