Bridges Connecting 2 Tows Collapsed In Meerut: UP

Part of a bridge connecting two towns over the Ganga river collapsed due to the strong flow of water caused by heavy rain in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut district on June 26. The bridge collapse has brought the traffic in several nearby villages to a standstill. The bridge was connecting Meerut's Hastinapur and Bijnor was washed away in the river at 4 am.

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 - 07:39 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Bridge collapsed, Meerut , ganga river, accident

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Arrested

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Two Arrested For Stealing Newborn Baby In Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut

Two persons in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut, have been arrested for allegedly stealing a newborn from the Meerut Medical College. This has come after a complaint was filed by the baby’s father. The complainant stated that a day after his wife gave birth in the hospital, his baby went missing. Police recovered the baby from the wife of a priest, at around 3 am. The baby has been returned safely.

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 - 08:17 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Uttar Pradesh, Meerut , Baby Stolen, crime news, Yogi Adityanath

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Shot

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Meerut Woman Murdered By Unidentified, Police Launches Investigation

 In Uttar Pradesh's Meerut, a woman was shot dead at her rented accommodation on June 21.  The police confirmed the victim to be Saima (35), a resident of Shyamnagar locality in the Lisadigate area. The accused is yet to be identified and the body has been sent for an autopsy. Furthermore, the Additional Superintendent of Police Vineet Bhatnagar said, Saima was divorced and stayed with her 7-year-old daughter.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 - 08:11 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Meerut , Uttar Pradesh, murder, Police, Murder Case

Bribery

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Police Sub-Inspector Arrested After Being Caught Red-Handed While Taking Bribe In UP

In Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar, sub-inspector Yogendra Singh Yadav, has been arrested in charges of corruption, after being caught red-handed. Reportedly, Yadav took a bribe of Rs 30,000 from an accused in a case of assault and breach of peace. The arrest was carried out after a trap was laid by the Anti-corruption Department (Meerut Zone). "Strict departmental action will be taken against him (Yadav)," said a police spokesperson.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 - 02:30 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: corruption, UP, Anti-corruption Department, Police suspended, Meerut , Gautam Buddh Nagar

Ambedkar Statue in Meerut

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Damaged Ambedkar Statues Leave Locals Angry In Meerut: Uttar Pradesh

In Uttar Pradesh's Meerut, two statues of Bhimrao Ambedkar were found damaged, on May 25. The incident which occurred in the Hastinapur area, has left the locals and the people of Dalit community angry. According to Station House Officer (SHO) Kunwarpal Singh, the statues appear to have been damaged accidentally. Furthermore, the officials pacified the angry locals and assured to investigate the matter.

Wed, 25 May 2022 - 05:30 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Ambedkar, Ambedkar Statue Damaged, UP, Meerut , Hastinapur

Monkeys

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Langoor Cut Out To Solve Money Problem In Meerut: Forest Department

Amid the complaints of an increasing number of monkeys, troubling the people of Meerut, the Forest Department announced to experiment, langoor cut out to scare monkeys. Divisional Officer Rajesh Kumar said, "We have achieved some good results. We will make some changes so that we can prepare to use cut-outs in public places". Notably, a similar trick to scare monkeys away has been used at Lucknow metro station, providing relief.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 - 10:36 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Monkeys, Langoor, Forest Department, Meerut , Uttar Pradesh

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Fire broke out in passenger train

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Fire Breaks Out In Saharanpur-Delhi Train Near Meerut: Uttar Pradesh

In Uttar Pradesh's Meerut, a fire broke out in the passenger train's engine and in two compartments at Daurala railway station on March 5. "Cause of the fire is not ascertained. No injuries or casualties have been reported," said the Indian Railways Traffic Inspector, YK Jha. Notably, the train was going from Saharanpur to Delhi. Meanwhile, passengers were trying to separate the rest of the compartments from the fire-affected compartments.… read-more

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 - 03:16 PM / by Madhvi Jha

Tags: Meerut , Fire, Uttar Pradesh, Passenger train, Daurala Station

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BJP Government

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UP Citizens Lauds CM Yogi For Improved Law & Order: Assembly Elections

Ahead of UP elections, a quick survey conducted revealed that people of Meerut, UP are satisfied by the ruling party BJP. UP polls lauded the improved law & order and women's safety, reduced hooliganism under CM Yogi Adityanath. Although they expressed disappointment over unemployment and lack of job opportunities. A resident said, "Meerut is set to get metro connectivity, it's remarkable". Notably, UP Assembly elections are to begin crom… read-more

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 - 09:04 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: UP assembly election, Meerut , CM Yogi Adityanath, Indian Citizens, Law and order

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Asaduddin Owaisi

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2 Arrested For Alleged Firing At AIMIM President's Vehicle: Meerut

Uttar Pradesh police arrested two people for allegedly shooting at AIMIM President Convoy in Meerut, UP.  On February 3, Asadauddin Owaisi was returning to Delhi after addressing a rally in Meerut, when some people gun shot at his vehicle. Deepak Bukher, the Superintendent of Police of Meerut registered the case and confirmed the arrest of two people. He further said, an investigation is underway. 

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 - 11:31 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Asaduddin Owaisi, AIMIM, uttar pradesh assembly polls, Meerut , UP Police

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PM trying gym equipment

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PM Modi Hits Gym After Laying Foundation Stone for Major Dhyan Chand University

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is doing rounds on social media for trying gym equipment dedicated to Major Dhyan Chand Sports University in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut, on January 2. Earlier, he laid the foundation stone for the university, which will be built at a cost of Rs 700 crore. Besides, he was also seen examining footballs, cricket bats, and chess boards while interacting with their manufacturers. 

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 - 05:16 PM / by Brijesh Goswami

Tags: Gym, PM Modi, major dhyan chand sports university, UP, Meerut

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