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Yogi Government’s Assault on Crime: 222 Notorious Criminals Eliminated; 8,118 Wounded in Police Encounters

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1 year ago

March 16, 2025

Once marked by crime, riots, and lawlessness, Uttar Pradesh has experienced a significant transformation. Today, the state is recognized both nationally and internationally for its strong law and order, reflecting a zero-tolerance policy implemented over the last eight years.

A senior police official announced on Sunday that since 2017, approximately 222 notorious criminals have been neutralized in police encounters, with 8,118 criminals injured during operations. This includes 20,221 wanted criminals with bounties, 79,984 individuals charged under the Gangster Act, 930 offenders prosecuted under the National Security Act (NSA), and illegal assets valued at Rs 142 billion, 46 crore, and 18 lakh seized or demolished.

Director General of Police (DGP) Prashant Kumar stated on Sunday that from 2017 to December 2024, the government successfully prosecuted 68 identified mafia criminals, resulting in life sentences or severe penalties for 31 mafias and 74 of their associates across 73 cases. Notably, two criminals received the death penalty. In total, 795 cases were registered against the 68 identified mafias and 1,408 members of their gangs, with 617 arrests made.

Additionally, the licenses of 359 criminals were revoked, and action was taken against 18 under the NSA. A total of 752 criminals faced punishment under the Gangster Act, while illegal properties worth over Rs 4,076 crore were confiscated. The Adityanath Yogi government has also taken a firm stance against crimes targeting women and minors, achieving convictions in 27,425 cases, which includes 11,254 cases under the POCSO Act and 3,775 cases of dowry death.

Between July 2023 and December 2024, the Yogi government’s Operation Conviction resulted in 51 death penalties, 6,287 life sentences, 1,091 individuals sentenced to more than 20 years, 3,868 sentenced to 10-19 years, and 5,788 individuals receiving sentences of less than 5 years.

The state government also freed over 66,000 hectares of land from illegal occupation by establishing a four-tier anti-land mafia task force. A total of 142 land mafias were identified and faced legal consequences. Since 2017, the Special Task Force (STF) has successfully prevented 653 serious crimes from occurring, while the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested 130 terrorists and 171 criminals associated with Rohingya and Bangladeshi groups since 2017.

With groundbreaking reforms in policing and governance, Uttar Pradesh has positioned itself as a national model for law and order. The UP government’s zero-tolerance policy has dismantled criminal networks and fostered a profound sense of security among its citizens, signifying a transformative shift in the state’s safety and governance.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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4 days ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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4 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.