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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Time of India
3 youths turn to chain snatching to fund travel dreams; arrested
Lucknow: The Lucknow Police arrested three youths, who turned to chain snatching to finance their tourism plans. The accused identified as Deepak Soni, Lucky, and Sumit, all aged 19 years, were apprehended by Gomti Nagar Police for snatching gold chains from women in Gomti Nagar and Vikas Nagar areas. DCP East Shashank Singh said that the trio, all friends and residents of Lucknow, confessed that they commited the crimes to fund leisure trips to cities like Delhi, Varanasi, and others. They admitted to using the proceeds from previous snatchings to travel to Delhi and were planning a visit to Varanasi with the latest loot when they were caught. On June 4 and 5, the gang snatched gold chains from women in Gomti Nagar and Vikas Nagar. Based on CCTV surveillance, local informants, and technical analysis, police traced and nabbed the trio before they could leave the city. Police recovered the stolen gold chains and the motorcycle used in the crime. FIRs have been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The accused are currently in custody, and further investigation is underway to determine their involvement in other cases.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Cops, LMC squads deployed for peaceful Bakrid festivity
Lucknow: With Bakrid on Saturday, Lucknow Police has put in place extensive security measures to ensure a peaceful festival. The key focus this year will be on preventing the sacrifice of banned animals and maintaining communal amity. Joint commissioner of police (law & order) Babloo Kumar said that strict directives were issued against the slaughter of prohibited animals. "Teams from the Lucknow Municipal Corporation have been deployed, particularly in sensitive localities, to monitor and enforce the ban," he said. Local volunteers have also been roped in to assist with the festival arrangements. To bolster community coordination, peace committees were formed at every police station. "DCP-level meetings were conducted with committee members to address concerns and build mutual trust. We're working in close coordination with local leaders to uphold peace," Kumar added. Highlighting the magnitude of security deployment, the JCP said that 14 companies of the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC), one unit of the Rapid Action Force (RAF), and a large number of civil police personnel have been stationed across the city. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo High-security zones such as Aishbagh Eidgah, Teelawaal Mosque, and Bada Imambara will be under intense surveillance, supported by barricading and continuous patrolling. In the western sector, PAC personnel will be deployed round-the-clock, aided by drone surveillance and real-time monitoring through CCTV networks. Police Response Vehicles (PRVs) will be patrolling key routes to maintain swift responsiveness. "All officers are on high alert. Our collective goal is to ensure that the three-day Bakrid festivities are celebrated peacefully and with complete religious respect," Kumar emphasized. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Drunk driver hit, dragged bike intentionally; accused nabbed: Lucknow Police
LUCKNOW A day after a video showing a car dragging a mororcycle along Shaheed Path in Lucknow went viral on social media, the police on Wednesday arrested the accused, saying the 'hit and drag act' was intentional and that the accused and the victim were known to each other. 'The incident, which occurred around 2am on May 26, revealed that the accused, Shrikant Rajput, 39, and the complainant, Achintya Mishra, had prior acquaintance and that the assault was not random, but a deliberate act driven by personal animosity,' said DCP (south) Nipun Agarwal. He added, 'The vehicle used in the incident has also been seized and the man driving the car has been taken into custody.' According to police, Mishra was returning home on his motorcycle when Rajput, driving his car allegedly under the influence of alcohol, tried to overtake him recklessly. 'When Mishra objected, Rajput assaulted him and allegedly issued death threats. Mishra alerted emergency services via Dial 112, prompting Rajput to flee. Shockingly, he returned soon after in the same vehicle, intentionally rammed into Mishra's motorcycle, and dragged it for nearly 1 km, causing significant damage,' Lucknow Police stated in a release. Mishra was not on the motorcycle at the time of impact, the police added. An FIR was registered against the accused under sections 281 (rash driving), 115(2) (punishment for voluntarily causing hurt), 351(3) (threatening) and 324(4) (mischief causing damage) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Sushant Golf City police station, the police stated. 'Rajput was summoned to the police station for questioning. But when Mishra also arrived, another confrontation occurred between the two, confirming existing tensions. Despite repeated attempts to pacify him, Rajput remained aggressive and non-cooperative. He was arrested at 3:10pm under Section 170 of the BNSS and sent to judicial custody. During interrogation, Rajput confessed to being intoxicated at the time of incident and admitted to the argument, the threat and the deliberate ramming of the motorcycle,' the release added.
Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Major traffic diversions in Lucknow for Bada Mangal, IPL on May 27
Twin occasions in city on Tuesday have called for major traffic restrictions today. Apart from Bada Mangal celebrations during which the city remains dotted with pandals for bhandaras, there will also be an IPL match scheduled at the Ekana stadium at 3pm. In view of both these major events, the Lucknow Police have announced extensive traffic diversions across key routes. 'The IPL match, scheduled at Ekana Cricket Stadium from 3pm, is expected to draw thousands of fans. Police have restricted movement of heavy vehicles, buses, and commercial traffic on Shaheed Path and connecting roads, including those from Kamta, Kanpur Road, Sultanpur Road, and Rae Bareli Road,' stated the press release of the Lucknow Police. Alternative routes like Kisan Path, Barabirwa, Telibagh, and 1090 Chauraha will be used for diversions. Access to Ahimamau, Plassio Mall, and Police Headquarters will be limited. Authorities expect up to 2,100 vehicles on Shaheed Path and urged commuters to plan ahead of their movement and avoid these routes. Simultaneously, Bada Mangal events are expected to cause congestion near temples and pandals (bhandaras). To ease the flow: Sitapur Road to IT Chauraha/Kapurthala: Diversions via Madiaon, Shahmina, and Sikandarbagh Hazratganj to Kapurthala: Via Clarks Avadh, Daliganj, and Nishatganj Other key diversion points include Kursi Road, Aliganj, IT Chauraha, and Hanuman Setu General traffic and buses will be rerouted, and additional police forces will be deployed to manage movement and ensure public safety. 'Commuters are advised to avoid peak hours in affected zones, use public transport wherever possible, and follow police instructions for smoother travel,' the press note read.
Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Two held for attack on property dealer, hunt on for other accused
LUCKNOW The Lucknow Police arrested two key accused, Arshal Ghazi and Faiz Ali Rizvi, for their alleged role in a public shootout that left a hotelier-cum-property dealer seriously injured in the Sarvodaya Nagar area on Sunday evening. The incident took place after a group of armed assailants clashed earlier in the day with the victim, Majroob Mursaleen, 35, originally from Kursi in Barabanki, over food at a local hotel, police said. The video of the incident went viral on social media raising questions on the law and order in the state capital. The shooting, allegedly rooted in a long-standing family dispute, created panic among locals, said police. According to ADCP (east) Pankaj Singh, a joint team from Ghazipur police station, SWAT/surveillance team of the crime branch and the East Zone crime unit nabbed the accused near Kalyan Apartment within a day of the crime. Along with their arrest, police recovered a .32 bore country-made pistol, live ammunition and a black SUV used in the attack. 'The involvement of 10 people has come to fore, out of which two are nabbed. A team is working to nab the remaining accused,' said the ADCP East. Investigations revealed that the victim, Majroob Mursaleen, is the cousin of accused Arshal Ghazi. According to police, the accused fired four rounds at him outside a shop, aiming to settle personal scores. When bystanders gathered, the attackers fled in an SUV after removing its number plate in an attempt to evade identification. According to police, the attack was not random. 'It was a targeted hit, carefully planned with help from friends and associates and had started over a dispute over food,' said an official part of the probe. During interrogation, Arshal confessed to orchestrating the attack along with Farman, Nadeem, Samridh, Animesh, and others. A manhunt is underway to nab the remaining suspects. The case opened a can of worms as both the accused have significant criminal records. 'Arshal Ghazi has a previous case under charges of assault, Faiz Ali Rizvi has been booked under Gangster Act, attempt to murder and fraud, among others including charges under the SC/ST Act,' the Lucknow Police stated in a release. 'Even the victim, Mursaleen, has a criminal background, suggesting deep-rooted rivalries,' said the ADCP. The police lodged an FIR under multiple section including 190/191(2)/191(3)/109(1)/3(5) of the BNS, 7 CLA Act, 3/25 Arms Act.
