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The Times of India 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots: Court acquits 4 due to ‘lack of sufficient proof’

A local UP court has acquitted four men accused of attacking a family during the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots. The decision followed after witnesses turned hostile and the victim retracted his statement, stating he was not present at the time of the incident. Insufficient evidence led to their acquittal.

The Times of India Government to identify areas where only ‘Assamese’ can own land

The Assam government has approved 57 recommendations from the Justice Biplab Sarma Commission aimed at protecting indigenous Assamese people. These include restricting land ownership in specific revenue circles to Assamese individuals and issuing land documents to long-term occupants. The state plans to complete these implementations by April 15 next year.

The Times of India Government to identify areas where only ‘Assamese’ can own land

The Assam government has approved 57 recommendations from the Justice Biplab Sarma Commission aimed at protecting indigenous Assamese people. These include restricting land ownership in specific revenue circles to Assamese individuals and issuing land documents to long-term occupants. The state plans to complete these implementations by April 15 next year.

The Times of India NRC application must to get Aadhaar card, says Himanta

Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared that starting October 1, new Aadhaar card applicants must submit their National Register of Citizens (NRC) application receipt number. This initiative aims to control illegal immigration. Exceptions apply to those with locked biometrics during the NRC process and residents in tea garden areas due to practical difficulties.

The Times of India NRC application must to get Aadhaar card, says Himanta

Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared that starting October 1, new Aadhaar card applicants must submit their National Register of Citizens (NRC) application receipt number. This initiative aims to control illegal immigration. Exceptions apply to those with locked biometrics during the NRC process and residents in tea garden areas due to practical difficulties.

The Times of India Wolf terror in UP: Bahraich villagers live in fear as power cuts turn nights dark

Villages in Bahraich face erratic power supply while dealing with wolf attacks. Residents remain vigilant at night due to frequent power cuts and lack of essential infrastructure like proper doors and solar lights. Despite some installations by authorities, villagers have resorted to makeshift watchtowers and other measures for protection.

The Times of India UP wolf terror: Despite patrolling, fear persists in Bahraich villages

In Bahraich's Lodha Purva and Yadavpur villages, residents are on edge after recent animal attacks. While villagers blame wolves, officials say dogs are responsible. The forest department has deployed teams and shooters for protection, urging residents to stay calm and follow safety guidelines. Temporary shelters have been set up for vulnerable households.

The Times of India After protest, waqf board stakes claim to Shimla masjid

The state waqf board claimed legal ownership of a disputed mosque in Shimla before the municipal commissioner's court. The dispute focuses on further construction rather than ownership and has been ongoing for 14 years. A status report on the construction is requested, with the next hearing scheduled for October 5.

The Times of India After protest, waqf board stakes claim to Shimla masjid

The state waqf board claimed legal ownership of a disputed mosque in Shimla before the municipal commissioner's court. The dispute focuses on further construction rather than ownership and has been ongoing for 14 years. A status report on the construction is requested, with the next hearing scheduled for October 5.

The Times of India Bowing to BJP pressure, RLD drops Haryana plan; eyes Jharkhand & Maha

Under pressure from the BJP, Rashtriya Lok Dal has retracted its demand to contest the Haryana assembly elections, underscoring BJP's upper hand over its allies. Initially seeking two seats, RLD will now concentrate on other states such as Jammu and Kashmir. This highlights BJP's strategy to maintain control in crucial elections.

The Times of India Lucknow building collapse: ‘It crashed like a mound of dust,’ says witness

A three-storey building in Lucknow's Transportnagar collapsed on Saturday afternoon at around 4:45 pm, causing chaos among locals. The structure housed 50-60 workers and fell onto a truck parked nearby. Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities search for survivors and provide assistance to the injured.

The Times of India 8 dead, many feared trapped as building collapses in Lucknow

A three-storey building in Lucknow's Transport Nagar area collapsed, leading to eight fatalities and 28 injuries. Rescue operations involving NDRF, SDRF, fire department, and police are ongoing. Most injured were taken to nearby hospitals where several succumbed to their injuries. The building had an approved map from the Lucknow Development Authority.

The Times of India 8 dead, many feared trapped as building collapses in Lucknow

A three-storey building in Lucknow's Transport Nagar area collapsed, leading to eight fatalities and 28 injuries. Rescue operations involving NDRF, SDRF, fire department, and police are ongoing. Most injured were taken to nearby hospitals where several succumbed to their injuries. The building had an approved map from the Lucknow Development Authority.

The Times of India BJP neta takes 'bulldozer justice' into his hands in UP; FIR lodged

An FIR has been registered against BJP functionary Raees Chandra Shukla and 31 others for allegedly demolishing a disputed property in Prayagraj with a JCB machine. Complainant Abhishek Tripathi claims part of his house was destroyed and goods taken. Shukla denies the allegations, citing a loan dispute as the cause.

The Times of India BJP neta takes 'bulldozer justice' into his hands in UP; FIR lodged

An FIR has been registered against BJP functionary Raees Chandra Shukla and 31 others for allegedly demolishing a disputed property in Prayagraj with a JCB machine. Complainant Abhishek Tripathi claims part of his house was destroyed and goods taken. Shukla denies the allegations, citing a loan dispute as the cause.