The Uttar Pradesh Criminal Law (Composition of Offences and Abatement of Trials) (Amendment) Bill, 2017 was introduced to address non-serious cases, many of which were driven by political vendetta-primarily related to protests, demonstrations, and minor breaches of public order.

The statement from the MEA comes as the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week conditional ceasefire, aimed at halting attacks and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Earlier, US President Donald Trump said he had agreed to “suspend the bombing and attack of Iran”.

The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has shared details regarding the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway, the 63 km long expressway connecting two major cities of Uttar Pradesh. The authority has said that the expressway will reduce travel time saving both time and fuel for commuters.