An Imam was fined Rs 2 lakh for allegedly using a loudspeaker for azaan beyond the permissible decibel limits last year.

It is 3 am and the only figure visible in Sambhal city’s dark-lit bylanes is a lonesome man, walking down lazily with a kaftan loosely draped around his neck and a green ‘saafa’ covering his head.

All parties will be informed with facts that this Neja Mela was illegal and hence, permission was not granted (to it)," Additional Superintendent of Police of Sambhal Shrish Chandra said.

Mohammad Suhail, clad in a kaftan and green 'saafa', roams Sambhal's alleys at 3 am to wake people for their 'sehri' meal during Ramzan. The practice reemerged after Uttar Pradesh banned loudspeakers ...

The ‘Neja Mela,’ which is held annually in memory of Syed Salar Masud Ghazi, traditionally begins with the installation of a 30-foot pole bearing a green flag. However, authorities have now prohibited ...

In a significant overhaul of the Uttar Pradesh Police Department, 32 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers have been transferred, with several newly promoted officers receiving fresh postings. This ...

Lucknow: Medical education in Uttar Pradesh has witnessed significant growth over the past eight years, with notable developments in infrastructure, seats, and training opportunities. According ...

Adityanath also instructed authorities to expedite construction work by ensuring land availability for proposed projects, it ...

The Neja (javelin) Mela, a traditional event in Sambhal, is celebrated a week after Holi in honour of Syed Salar Masud Ghazi.

The Uttar Pradesh (UP) administration has refused permission for the annual 'Neja Mela' in Sambhal, calling it a "wrong ...

A fresh wave of anxiety has gripped the Muslim community in Waris Nagar, Chandausi, in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal district, as ...

The Neja Mela Committee had sought clearance from the administration, but the request was firmly rejected. Additional ...