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'My life is very transparent. If I would have done anything wrong in my entire life, the Modi government would have hanged me long time back from Qutub Minar,' said Azam Khan. (Photo: PTI I File)

Would've been hanged by Modi govt if I had done anything wrong: Azam Khan

Nine-time MLA from Rampur, SP's Azam Khan is contesting against BJP's Jaya Prada and Congress' Sanjay Kapoor.

23 Apr 2019 6:51 PM

'Am I a nachne wali, am I an amrapali,' BJP candidate Jaya Prada asked at a rally, her question referencing SP leader's Azam Khan's derogatory remark about her. (Photo: File)

Buddies to arch rivals: Tale of Jaya-Azam Rampur potboiler

Referring to Azam Khan's derogatory remark about her, Jayaprada says how the electoral contest has become more about personal insults.

22 Apr 2019 1:25 PM

The case was registered on April 20 based on the comments made by Prada during an election rally on April 18. (Photo: ANI)

Azam's X-ray eyes will also stare at you: Jaya Prada to Mayawati; case registered

A case has been registered under section 171-G of the Indian Penal Code.

22 Apr 2019 11:02 AM

Mayawati slammed the BJP for promising big in the last general elections, but not fulfilling it in the last five years. (Image: File)

PM Modi uses central agencies against Opposition, dislodge him from power: Mayawati

'Incidents of harassment of Dalits, Muslims and Adivasis have also increased,' Mayawati said.

20 Apr 2019 8:27 PM

Jaya Prada, the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate from Rampur, has slammed her opponent Azam Khan, for making a derogatory remark against her a few days ago, saying the Samajwadi Party leader has not only insulted her but the entire women community. (Photo: ANI)

Azam Khan’s win will be victory of demons: Jaya Prada on 'Khaki underwear' jibe

The colour khaki is often associated with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

20 Apr 2019 3:59 PM

SP leader Azam Khan apparently got emotional and burst into tears while alleging that the administration is cracking down heavily on his acquaintances and supporters. (Photo: File)

'Being treated as anti-national, terrorist,' says Azam Khan

On April 15, Khan, while addressing an election rally, made derogatory remarks against Jaya Prada, his BJP opponent in Rampur.

20 Apr 2019 10:25 AM

Naqvi allegedly used the name of popular Bollywood villain 'Mogambo' while referring to Khan during a public rally here on Monday. (Photo: File)

'Mogambo' remark for Azam Khan lands Naqvi into trouble, complaint registered

'Mogambo' comment has violated the model code of conduct.

17 Apr 2019 12:06 PM

As a Samajwadi Party leader, she had earlier won the Rampur seat in 2004 and 2009. (Image: ANI)

I called Azam Khan brother, he insulted me: Jaya Prada

Prada is contesting the impending Lok Sabha polls from Rampur parliamentary constituency on a BJP ticket.

13 Apr 2019 4:48 PM

Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi further claimed that Congress is ‘working hard for just four hours, while they go on a picnic for four months’, adding that BJP is working tirelessly for the welfare of the people. (Photo: File)

Mahagathbandhan is 'begaani shaadi mein Abdullah diwana': Naqvi

‘They know very well that Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji is respected by the people of the country,’ says Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi.

26 Dec 2018 12:53 PM

The incident blocked the railway line which led to a delay of several other trains. (Photo: ANI)

6 coaches of empty rake derail in UP's Rampur

However, no casualties have been reported as yet.

22 Nov 2018 9:19 AM

Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan said, 'At a time when some politicians are saying that one must face dire consequences of just touching a cow, Muslims should stay away from such trade. (Photo: File | PTI)

Stay away from cow for safety of your future generations: Azam Khan urges Muslims

'Request Muslims who are in dairy business, cow trading to stop it for safety of their upcoming generations,' Samajwadi Party leaders said.

25 Jul 2018 4:29 PM

'As the child started screaming and crying in pain the accused in fear left her and fled. The locals rushed and rescued the child,' police said. (Photo: Representational | File)

UP: 18-yr-old male neighbour rapes, locks 3-yr-old girl in box

The incident took place on April 2, when the child was alone at home and her parents were away.

05 Apr 2018 8:15 AM

The accused reportedly recorded the act and then used the same to blackmail the victim. (Photo: Representational | File)

UP man rapes girl for 1 yr, films act, uses it to blackmail her

The victim mustered the courage to register an FIR after she got pregnant and the accused refused to marry her.

07 Jan 2018 11:44 AM

Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan. (Photo: PTI/File)

Why only Taj Mahal? Demolish Rashtrapati Bhavan, Qutub Minar too: Azam Khan

Known for making controversial statements, Khan said that he is always in favour of demolishing monuments signifying slavery.

17 Oct 2017 2:34 PM

The incident took place in the Dariyagarh village under the Bhot Police Station. (Photo: Representational/File)

UP: Wedding called off after groom's family demands beef dishes at ceremony

Apart from placing a non-negotiable demand of beef dishes, the groom's side was also demanding dowry.

18 Jun 2017 2:07 PM

Uttar Pradesh Minister Azam Khan. (Photo: PTI/File)

Court orders fresh probe in case against Azam Khan

The court has rejected the final report and ordered the SHO of the Rampur City police station to initiate investigation into the case.

02 Jun 2017 11:32 AM

The Uttar Pradesh Police has successfully arrested four prime accused in the shocking Rampur molestation case. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

14 molest 2 women in UP: Police arrest 4 prime accused; hunt on for others

Besides molesting the girls, the boys were laughing and making jokes the whole time, while distraught victims kept on begging to be spared.

29 May 2017 12:35 PM

Former Uttar Pradesh minister Azam Khan (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Women should avoid going to lone places: Azam Khan takes on Yogi govt

I would like to congratulate Yogi-government that negligence of his government has got crime accelerated in the state, Azam Khan said.

28 May 2017 4:47 PM

Around 12 to 14 boys can be seen in the video, molesting the women, even while they pleaded to let them go. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

UP: 12 boys manhandle, molest 2 women; film act, post it on social media

Proving the sheer fearlessness of the perpetrators, the boys filmed the entire development and posted it on social media.

28 May 2017 10:43 AM

Senior Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan. (Photo: PTI)

Azam Khan threatens to blow up guest house, UP minister orders probe

Allegations of irregularities had been raised about the construction of the university a few months earlier.

03 May 2017 6:14 PM

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