SBSP supremo Om Prakash Rajbhar, at a Samrasta rally in Azamgarh, urged non-Yadav OBCs to reject SP's 'slavery' and demanded division of the 27% OBC quota as per the Rohini Commission report, while showcasing Brahmin support for the 2027 polls.
A local court in Azamgarh has sentenced 12 individuals to life imprisonment for a murder linked to the 1999 Shia-Sunni riots in Mubarakpur. The case involved the beheading of Ali Akbar, with fines of Rs 66,500 imposed on each convict.
Maharajganj police in Azamgarh district arrested three suspects involved in cow slaughter and cattle smuggling following an exchange of fire that left two injured. Police recovered weapons and evidence from the scene.
Saraimir police in Azamgarh district arrested Dharmendra Kumar for duping Nandlal Nishad of Rs 2 lakh with a promise of 20kg silver and 2kg gold through rituals. Police recovered Rs 1.90 lakh cash; accomplice Ramashish Maurya escaped.
In Azamgarh, police arrested two men, including a repeat offender, after an encounter over cattle smuggling and cow slaughter. The accused were caught with weapons and a stray cow.
A cow slaughter accused was shot in the leg and arrested after an encounter with police in Azamgarh. His accomplice escaped. Police recovered weapons and a motorcycle.
An FIR has been registered against Deepak Chaubey and Vivek Chaubey for allegedly shooting and injuring a pet dog in Basti Bhujbal village, Azamgarh, following a heated argument over barking dogs.
Two members of a cow slaughter gang were injured in the leg during a police encounter in Azamgarh's Demri Maqdoompur. Police recovered a pickup van with prohibited animals, weapons, and cash.
Azamgarh police arrested a notorious ATM fraud criminal following an exchange of fire. The accused, Sanjay Kumar, was involved in multiple cases of ATM theft, fraud, and robbery across the district.
In Azamgarh's Kaptanganj, police injured one and arrested two inter-district drug and rob gang members. Illegal firearm, stolen goods recovered. Gang linked to multiple burglaries and a drugging robbery.
Mubarakpur police in Azamgarh arrested Salim, accused of killing his brother in a property dispute, following an encounter where he fired at officers and was injured.
The autopsy of a 3-year-old boy in Azamgarh's Chevarpur Puran village confirmed he was murdered by an antemortem throat injury. Police arrested the accused neighbor after exhumation and investigation.
Devgaon police in Azamgarh exhumed a 3-year-old boy's body for post-mortem after his mother suspected murder. The child was found dead in a buffalo shed on December 13.
Azamgarh police clashed with cattle thieves in two separate encounters at Tarwan and Devgaon, injuring and detaining three smugglers. Read the full details of the operation and recoveries.
A viral video from Azamgarh Public School shows young children being asked about religion. District administration orders investigation into the controversial incident. Details inside.
Azamgarh court sentences state-level mafia Akhand Pratap Singh to 3 years rigorous imprisonment and Rs 7,000 fine for contempt of court. Read the full details of the case and his criminal history.
A madrassa manager accused of embezzlement died during a police raid in Azamgarh's Raunapar. Family alleges police harassment, while officials cite cardiac arrest. Read the full details.
Timely alert by locals and village head prevented cattle theft in Azamgarh. Police seized the smugglers' van and rescued four cows. Officials found 90 cattle at the gaushala with minimal security. Read more.
In a tragic accident in Azamgarh, two friends lost their lives after their motorcycle collided with a truck. Police investigation is ongoing. Read the full details.
Azamgarh SSP Anil Kumar offers a Rs 25,000 cash reward for the arrest of Vipendra Singh, wanted in a cough syrup case. The accused has 12 serious cases against him. Read for details.
Azamgarh cyber police arrested a fraudster who posed as a Basic Education Officer to scam lakhs from ECCE teacher candidates. Learn how he operated and crucial tips to stay safe from such job frauds.
Azamgarh police arrested an inter-district conman who tricked women under pretext of religious rituals. Jewellery worth ₹1.25 lakh seized. Read the full details of the encounter and modus operandi.
ED registers PMLA case against Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan for alleged radical funding. Probe reveals ₹30 crore assets, foreign links. Read the full investigation details.
Enforcement Directorate registers PMLA case against UK-based Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan from Azamgarh. Probe focuses on radical links, foreign funds & Rs 30+ crore properties. Read the full investigation details.
A tragic accident on the Purvanchal Expressway in Azamgarh claimed three lives, including a father and son, due to poor visibility from dense fog. Four others were injured. Read the full details.
A 40-year-old man, Rajnish alias Raju, was shot dead in Azamgarh's Kotwali area. Police suspect a land dispute led to the murder. SP confirms teams formed for arrest.
Azamgarh court sentences Vikas Singh to 2 years 9 months jail for making false police calls to disturb peace. Details on the case and Operation Conviction inside.
Shocking murder in Azamgarh as man slits wife's throat before their three children. Police arrest fleeing husband, recover weapon. Details emerge about 18-year marriage ending in tragedy.