SP is a serious contender for power in Lucknow but seems to have shown scant regard for popular opinion against fielding history-sheeters.

Third phase held in 56 seats in 10 districts will decide the fate of three cabinet minister, a minister of state, 29 sitting MLAs and 14 fo...

At least 30 hardcore criminals and mafia dons are contesting elections from jails, which is high even by Uttar Pradesh’s standards.

Some among the dons enjoy a Robin Hood kind of image in their areas of influence, encouraging them to contest as independent candidates.

With major political parties shying away from giving them tickets for UP Assembly polls, lesser- known political outfits have become a hot ...