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Bhopal: CBI arrests CGST official for taking Rs 2 lakh bribe from scrap firm official
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 11 (IANS) The CBI arrested an official of the CGST and Central Excise department in Bhopal for taking a bribe of Rs 2 lakh from a company handling scrap and seized Rs 72.50 lakh cash from his premises in the city and Kanpur, an official said on Sunday. Rajesh Kumar, superintendent, Preventive Branch (HQ) CGST and Central Excise Commissionerate, Bhopal, was caught red-handed while accepting the undue advantage on Saturday, the agency said. The CBI registered the instant case on Saturday against the accused on allegations that the CGST superintendent demanded an undue advantage of Rs 2 lakh per month from a proprietor of a Bhopal-based firm. The companys official filed a complaint with the CBI that the official was demanding a bribe in consideration for not intercepting the firms vehicles carrying scrap material and for not causing any hindrance to the complainants scrap business, the agency said. The CBI laid a trap and caught the accused CGST Superintendent red-handed while accepting an undue advantage of Rs 2 lakh. Searches were conducted at the residential premises of the accused at Bhopal and Kanpur, which led to the recovery of Rs 72.50 lakh in cash and the documents pertaining to immovable property, said the CBI. In an earlier case in Bhopal, the CBI arrested Chief Engineer (Electrical) and Superintending Engineer (Electrical) of BSNL for taking a bribe of Rs 75,000. The CBI registered the case on allegations that the accused Chief Engineer (Electrical) and Superintending Engineer (Electrical) posted at BSNL, Bhopal, demanded an undue advantage of Rs 2 lakh each for themselves and a co-accused from a Jabalpur-based firm which executed Operation & Comprehensive Maintenance (OCM) and electrical installation-related work of BSNL. The CBI said the bribe amount was demanded to process pending bills of the firm for 14 different works. The CBI laid a trap and caught both accused BSNL officers in Bhopal red-handed while accepting an undue advantage of Rs 75,000 each as part payment of the demanded bribe of Rs 2 lakh from each accused. Searches were conducted at the residential and office premises of the accused persons in Bhopal, Lucknow and Kanpur, the CBI said.
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CBI Arrests CGST Official In Bhopal Bribery Case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested a superintendent of the CGST and Central Excise Commissionerate in Bhopal for allegedly accepting a Rs 2 lakh bribe. Rajesh Kumar was caught red-handed after demanding a monthly bribe from a firm's proprietor to not obstruct their scrap business. Searches at his residences uncovered Rs 72.50 lakh in cash and property documents.
CJP Leaders Detained in Bhopal, Sent Back Home
Four CJP leaders from Hyderabad who were on their way to New Delhi were detained by Bhopal police in Madhya Pradesh on October 8.
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Missing Bhopal advocate found dead on railway tracks after five days
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 10 (IANS) The body of a 29-year-old advocate, who had been missing for five days, was found on railway tracks near Bhopal railway station on Saturday morning, police said. The deceased, identified as Vishal Ramnani, was a resident of the Irani Market area and practised at the Bhopal District Court. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, and the Government Railway Police (GRP) have initiated an investigation. According to his family, Ramnani left home on the night of October 5 and did not return. His sister, Garima Ramnani, who is also a lawyer, lodged a complaint at the Hanumanganj police station after he went missing. Police registered a case against an unidentified person under Section 140(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and launched a search. As per the complaint, Ramnani returned home between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. on October 5. When Garima returned around 10.30 p.m., he had gone out for a walk, family members told police. He was reportedly seen walking in the colony with his friend, Raju Sardar, around 11 p.m. on October 5. When the family tried to contact him around midnight, his mobile phone was switched off. During the search, the family found his mobile phone inside the storage compartment of an Activa scooter parked near their house. However, there was no trace of him, after which the family informed the police. His body was found on the railway tracks near Bhopal railway station on Saturday morning. The GRP subsequently registered a case of unnatural death and began proceedings to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. Police are investigating the sequence of events leading to his death. The cause and circumstances of the death will be ascertained during the investigation. A court employee told IANS that Ramnani was last seen at the court on October 5 and shared the information after learning about his death.
Indigenous Fair in Bhopal to Showcase Self-Reliant India with Over 200 Stalls
Bhopal will host a 12-day Indigenous Fair starting October 23, featuring over 200 stalls promoting local products and entrepreneurship. Indigenous Fair in Bhopal to Showcase Self-Reliant India with Over 200 Stalls
Telangana CJP leaders taken off train in Bhopal, sent back
Hyderabad: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) activists from Telangana were detained and deported from Bhopal to the state amid police escort on Friday, October 9. CJP has strongly condemned the unlawful detention and forced transit of its Telangana youth leaders, Stanley Korani, Rangasai Reddy, Rajesh Korapaka, and Venkatesh Goud. They were made to disembark from the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Panchkula: MACT awards 21 lakh to family of youth killed in road mishap
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Bribery Scandal: MP Deputy CM's OSD Sacked, Probe Ordered
Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda removed his Officer on Special Duty (OSD), Deepam Raichura, following allegations of accepting a Rs 1 crore bribe related to liquor contracts in Bhopal. The allegations were made by Mohit Gogiya, an accused in a large fraud case, who claimed Raichura facilitated liquor contracts and helped secure a fake bank guarantee. Devda has ordered a probe into the matter.
Twisha Sharma death case: Father moves SC to shift trial from Bhopal to Delhi
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Bhopal, Oct 9 (IANS) Citing concerns over the initial investigation, the handling of bail proceedings and the possibility of a fair trial in Madhya Pradesh, the father of former actress Twisha Sharma has approached the Supreme Court seeking transfer of the trial against her husband and mother-in-law from Bhopal to Delhi. Navnidhi Sharma (61) has sought transfer of the case from a Bhopal sessions court to a competent court in Delhi. Advocate Ankur Pandey, who represents Twishas family in court, told IANS that the petition is listed for hearing on October 16. According to a statement from Pandey, the petition seeks transfer of Sessions Trial No. 584 of 2026, titled CBI vs Giribala Singh and Another, from the court of the X District and Additional Sessions Judge in Bhopal to a competent court in Delhi. A separate application has also been filed seeking a stay on the trial proceedings in Bhopal until the Supreme Court decides the transfer plea. Twisha died at her matrimonial home in Bhopal on May 12, 2026, around five months after her marriage. Her husband, advocate Samarth Singh, and mother-in-law, retired Principal District and Sessions Judge Giribala Singh, are accused in the case. The trial has reached the stage of arguments on framing of charges. In her petition, Navnidhi Sharma has raised concerns about the possibility of a fair trial in Bhopal, citing Giribala Singhs former position as a senior judicial officer in the city. She was also serving as president of the Bhopal District Consumer Commission at the time of Twishas death. The petitioner has questioned the handling of Giribala Singhs bail applications, claiming that five courts dealt with the matter over five days and that three judges returned the file or recused themselves for different reasons. She has also pointed out that the court now handling the trial had earlier granted her anticipatory bail, an order subsequently set aside by the Madhya Pradesh High Court on May 27. The plea also raises concerns over the initial investigation, including the sealing of the terrace where Twisha died, the handling of ligature material during the first post-mortem and the alleged collection of CCTV footage by Giribala Singh. The petition further refers to alleged incidents involving Twishas brother, a serving Army officer, at Bhopal court premises on May 15, and the familys counsel at Jabalpur district court on May 22. The Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of the case on May 25, following which the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) took over the probe. On August 14, the agency filed a chargesheet against both accused for cruelty, abetment of suicide and common intention under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The dowry-related aspect remains under further investigation. Seeking a trial in Delhi, the petitioner has cited the CBIs investigation from the national capital, a second post-mortem conducted by an AIIMS New Delhi medical board, forensic reports issued by CFSL Delhi and the presence of the investigating officer and several witnesses in the National Capital Region. The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear the transfer petition on October 16.
From Kuno to Kutch: Chasing India's cheetahs across their new wild landscapes
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) India's cheetah story has entered a new phase. After the species disappeared from the country in the 1950s, Project Cheetah brought the animal back in 2022. India's cheetah reintroduction programme began in September 2022, when eight cheetahs were brought from Namibia to Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. In February 2023, another 12 cheetahs arrived from South Africa, marking the start of a larger effort to establish a viable cheetah population in India after the species became extinct in the country in 1952. Today, Madhya Pradesh is the centre of the programme, with Kuno National Park, where an India-born cheetah gave birth to five cubs on October 5, taking the total feline count to 60, and Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary forming the country's two operational cheetah sites. Other landscapes in Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Rajasthan are being prepared or assessed for future expansion. For a wildlife traveller, Kuno and Gandhi Sagar, both in Madhya Pradesh, are currently the two most relevant destinations for India's reintroduced cheetahs as only they are operational now. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on October 7 released two cheetahs named 'Vyom' (male) and 'Neera' (female) into the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve in Sagar district as part of the conservation project. National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) says preparations and deliberations are continuing for other landscapes. For a wildlife adventurist, however, it is important to distinguish between a place where cheetahs are already being managed and a landscape that is still being prepared for them. Here is a look at the major cheetah reserves in India. Madhya Pradesh When it comes to cheetah conservation in India, Madhya Pradesh leads the way, emerging as the country's foremost hub for the revival of the fastest land animal. The central Indian state's Kuno is the starting point of India's modern cheetah journey. Located in the Sheopur district, the park lies in the northern part of Madhya Pradesh and has a landscape of dry deciduous woodland, open grasslands, riverine stretches and gently undulating terrain. Kardhai, salai and khair dominate parts of the vegetation, while grasslands provide important habitat for prey such as chital, sambar and nilgai. The first eight cheetahs arrived from Namibia in September 2022, followed by 12 from South Africa in February 2023. Kuno remains the principal free-ranging cheetah landscape and has become the most important destination for anyone following India's reintroduction experiment. For visitors, the most suitable period is October to March, when temperatures are more comfortable and the forest is comparatively pleasant. The wider tourism season extends beyond this period, subject to forest regulations. Cheetah sightings, however, cannot be guaranteed and visitors should follow the designated safari arrangements. From state capital Bhopal, Kuno is around 400-450 km by road, depending on the route and entry point. Gwalior is considerably closer and is about 175 km from the park. Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary, another cheetah habitat in Madhya Pradesh, offers a markedly different setting. Spread around the Gandhi Sagar reservoir in the Mandsaur and Neemuch region, the sanctuary combines open country, hillocks, ravines, woodland and the vast backwaters of the Chambal. The undulating terrain and open stretches make it particularly interesting from a cheetah-habitat perspective. The sanctuary became India's second operational cheetah site in 2025. Two male cheetahs, Prabhas and Pavak, were moved there from Kuno, followed later by a female, Dheera. A fenced natural area of about 64 square km was created as part of the initial establishment programme. For a general wildlife trip, October to March is the most comfortable period. Early mornings and late afternoons are preferable for wildlife activity. Travellers should check the latest forest-department entry arrangements because cheetah viewing is governed by the management programme rather than conventional mass tourism. Gandhi Sagar is around 340-370 km from Bhopal by road, depending on the route. Another cheetah habitat is Nauradehi that represents the next frontier of the project rather than an established cheetah tourism destination. The sanctuary now forms part of Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve and contains large expanses of open woodland, grassland and undulating country. Its scale and relatively extensive natural landscape make it valuable for creating a larger cheetah metapopulation. Government planning has identified Nauradehi as one of the landscapes being prepared for future cheetah introduction. Travellers should therefore not visit expecting a guaranteed cheetah safari. For wildlife tourism in the broader landscape, October to March is the preferable season. Nauradehi is around 200-250 km from Bhopal, depending on the access point. Gujarat The Banni Grasslands of Kutch present perhaps the most dramatic contrast to Kuno. This vast arid grassland lies between the Great Rann of Kutch and the more settled parts of Kutch. The landscape is marked by open plains, thorny vegetation, seasonal wetlands and salt-affected terrain. The Indian government has identified Banni as a future cheetah landscape and a conservation-breeding facility is being developed there. It should therefore be regarded as a prospective cheetah destination rather than a place where visitors can currently book a conventional cheetah safari. Winter is the most rewarding period for exploring Kutch, particularly from November to February. The cooler weather also brings large numbers of migratory birds to the region. Banni region is around 350-400 km from Gandhinagar, while Bhuj is the practical base for a wildlife traveller. Rajasthan Shahgarh, in western Rajasthan near the Pakistan border, is another landscape being considered for the future expansion of India's cheetah programme. Its attraction lies in its vast, dry and open desert ecosystem. The terrain is dominated by sandy stretches, sparse vegetation and grassland-like patches, offering a landscape quite different from the wooded country of Kuno. It is important to stress that Shahgarh is a proposed landscape and not an established cheetah tourism reserve. A visit today should therefore be planned as a desert and wildlife landscape experience rather than as a cheetah safari. The best season is from October to March, when daytime temperatures are more manageable. Jaisalmer, rather than Jaipur, is the practical gateway. From Jaipur, Shahgarh is more than 600 km away by road. The traveller's cheetah map India's cheetah conservation programme is deliberately being built around a network of landscapes rather than a single park. Kuno provides the principal base, Gandhi Sagar has become the second operational site, while Nauradehi, Banni and Shahgarh represent the broader expansion strategy. For a wildlife traveller, this distinction matters. Kuno and Gandhi Sagar in Madhya Pradesh are the places most closely associated with India's present cheetah population. The other landscapes offer an opportunity to see how India is rebuilding the open ecosystems that the cheetah needs. For a wildlife enthusiast, the best approach is to travel with patience. A cheetah may appear as a fleeting shape across a grassland, or remain hidden beyond the next ridge. The real reward lies in witnessing the restoration of an entire ecosystem around one of the world's fastest and most elusive cats.
MP Dy CM Devda removes OSD amid liquor contract bribery allegations, orders probe
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 9 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda on Friday removed his Officer on Special Duty (OSD) Deepam Raichura from the post and ordered a departmental inquiry into allegations of bribery linked to liquor shop contracts. The action came hours after the Congress demanded a response from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav over allegations that Raichura was linked to payments made in connection with liquor shop contracts. Clarifying his position, Devda said the alleged irregularities pertained to the 2024-25 liquor contracts, when Raichura was posted as an Assistant Excise Officer in Bhopal and was not serving as his OSD. Today, through news reports, the matter regarding irregularities in liquor contracts for the year 2024-25 came to my notice. During that period, Deepam Raichura was posted as an Assistant Excise Officer in Bhopal; he was not serving as my OSD at that time, the Deputy Chief Minister added. He said he immediately directed the concerned department to conduct an inquiry after the matter came to his notice. Raichura was relieved of his OSD responsibilities with immediate effect to ensure an impartial investigation, he added. The allegations surfaced during the investigation into an alleged fraud involving around Rs 1,000 crore. Investigative agencies have arrested Mohit Gogia, who reportedly named Raichura during questioning and claimed that Rs 1 crore had been paid to an aide of the officer in connection with liquor shop contracts. The allegations have triggered a political controversy in Madhya Pradesh, with the Congress seeking accountability from the state government. Senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha member Vivek Tankha said the statements reportedly gathered by investigative agencies were serious and required a clear response from the BJP and the Chief Minister. The statements gathered by investigative agencies regarding Deputy Chief Minister Devda are extremely serious. The BJP and the Chief Minister must and will have to take a clear stand on this matter. The Madhya Pradesh government is under scrutiny over these allegations, Tankha added. The Congress has demanded an impartial investigation and accountability in the matter.
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DIG SSB flags off Bharat Darshan Tour for Kashmir youth
Ganderbal, Oct 8:In a major youth outreach initiative aimed at promoting national integration and cultural awareness, Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Sector Headquarters, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Imtiaz Ismail Parray, flagged off the Bharat Darshan Tour organised by 13 Battalion SSB for youth and students. The flag-off ceremony was held at the 13 Battalion Headquarters and was attended by Senior Superintendent of Police Ganderbal Sudhanshu Dhama, senior SSB officials, participating youth and their families. Speaking at the event, DIG Imtiaz Ismail Parray emphasised the significance of exposure visits for young minds in broadening their horizons. He highlighted that the Bharat Darshan Tour is a flagship initiative of the SSB designed to deepen engagement with local communities and strengthen the forces connection with the youth of Jammu and Kashmir. This initiative helps us build a strong, meaningful bond with our youth, DIG Parray remarked. Giving these young minds an opportunity to travel across the country, witness Indias rich history, diverse cultures, and rapid modern growth, instils a deeper sense of national unity and confidence. During the educational tour, the youth will visit several historic and cultural landmarks across major Indian cities, including Delhi and Bhopal. He said around 30 student participants will get the opportunity to visit important historical monuments and prominent cities across India. He further informed that during the tour, the students will also have the opportunity to interact with senior dignitaries and leadership, including the Governor and the Director General of the Sashastra Seema Bal, which will serve as a source of inspiration and motivation for the young participants. The participating youth expressed gratitude to the Sashastra Seema Bal for organising the initiative, noting that for many, it would be their first opportunity to explore major metropolitan cities across India. Adequate security, travel and logistical arrangements have been made by the force to ensure a safe and enriching experience for the group.
Congress Holds Vote Save, Nation Save March in Bhopal Amid Protests Against Police Action
Congress organized a march in Bhopal to protest police action against its MPs in Delhi, emphasizing the importance of voting rights and democracy. Congress Holds Vote Save, Nation Save March in Bhopal Amid Protests Against Police Action
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NCB Achieves Major Victory in Bhopal with 10-Year Sentence for Drug Trafficker
The Narcotics Control Bureau secures a 10-year sentence for Rajesh Pal in a significant drug trafficking case in Bhopal. NCB Achieves Major Victory in Bhopal with 10-Year Sentence for Drug Trafficker
CBI arrests 4 imposters who wrote bank job exams on behalf of candidates
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday busted an impersonation and cheating network operating across Delhi, Bihar, Haryana and West Bengal and arrested four key operatives, including one CGST Inspector, who undermined the integrity of public examinations for bank jobs. The CBI had registered a First Information Report (FIR) registered on a complaint filed by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), a statement said. The CBI Special Task Branch Mumbai executed coordinated, multi-state raids and arrested four individuals who fraudulently infiltrated multiple stages of the selection process, including written examinations and interviews by physically posing as candidates, the statement added. The imposters appeared in exams, on behalf of original candidates, undermining the integrity of public examinations and depriving genuine, hardworking aspirants of their rightful opportunities, the CBI said. In a separate case, the CBI arrested the Principal of Kendriya Vidyalaya in Madhya Pradesh's ltarsi, and a middleman on October 7 in a bribery case. The CBI registered the case immediately on allegations that the accused demanded an undue advantage of Rs 3 lakh from Bhopal-based firms which were awarded the renovation work at the school. The bribe amount was demanded for releasing payment of pending bills -- amounting to Rs 8 lakh -- of the firms pertaining to work orders issued to these firms by school through Government e-Marketplace (GeM), a CBI statement said. The CBI laid a trap and caught the accused Principal Shraddha Pathak and middleman while accepting an undue advantage of Rs 3 lakh. Searches were conducted at the residential and office premises of the accused in Itarsi and Agra and property-related documents have been seized. The complaint was filed by Rishi Jain whose firm R.J. International Supplier was awaiting release of payment from Pathak. The CBI's Bhopal Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), verified the complaint received from Jain on October 6 in the presence of independent witness, the statement said. During the said verification, demand of Rs 3 lakh in lieu of releasing of payment of pending bills on the part of Shraddha Pathak, Principal of Kendriya Vidyalaya in Itarsi, was confirmed, the CBI FIR said, which was filed after approval from Ganga Ram Punia, CBI/Special Police Establishment's Superintendent of Police of Bhopal ACB.
MP: CBI arrests Kendriya Vidyalaya principal, middleman in Rs 3 lakh bribery case
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 8 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested the principal of a Kendriya Vidyalaya in Itarsi and a middleman for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe from Bhopal-based firms engaged in renovation work at the school, the agency said on Thursday. The action came after the CBI registered a case against the principal on October 7 following allegations that he had demanded an undue advantage of Rs 3 lakh from the firms for releasing payments against their pending bills. The firms had been awarded renovation work at the Kendriya Vidyalaya through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM). The alleged bribe demand was linked to the release of payments due to the firms for the work orders issued to them by the school. The bribe amount was demanded for releasing payment of pending bills of the firms about work orders issued to these firms by the school through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM), the CBI said in a statement. After registering the case, the agency laid a trap to verify and act on the alleged demand. During the operation on October 7, the CBI allegedly caught the principal and the middleman while they were accepting the Rs 3 lakh undue advantage. Following the trap operation, the CBI conducted searches at the residential and office premises of the accused in Itarsi and Agra. The searches were carried out as part of the investigation into the bribery allegations and the transactions connected with the renovation work. Property-related documents were seized during the searches, the agency said. The documents and other material recovered during the operation are expected to form part of the evidence being examined by investigators. The CBI laid a trap and caught the accused principal and middleman while accepting an undue advantage of Rs 3 lakh, the agency said. The investigation is continuing, the CBI added.
MP detects 1.12 lakh TB patients through intensified screening: Dy CM
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 8 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh has detected 1.12 lakh tuberculosis (TB) patients through intensified screening, Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla said on Thursday. The state has stepped up its TB elimination drive by involving youth volunteers and NCC cadets in door-to-door screening to identify suspected patients and ensure their early linkage with healthcare services. Shukla said the intensified screening had resulted in the identification of a significantly higher number of TB patients and helped ensure timely treatment. Earlier, only 25,000 to 30,000 patients could be identified. Through extensive screening, more patients are now being detected, and their treatment is being started on time, he said. He was speaking at a state-level programme at Gandhi Medical College in Bhopal, where JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) teams were launched to involve young people in the TB elimination campaign. Union Health and Family Welfare Minister J.P. Nadda virtually launched the JOSH teams at the national level from New Delhi. The JOSH teams, comprising MY Bharat volunteers and NCC cadets, have been formed at the block and district levels. They will assist health workers in door-to-door screening, create awareness, identify suspected TB patients, and help connect them with health services. Shukla said regular medication for six months, nutritious food and support from Nikshay Mitras were helping TB patients recover and become TB Champions. Health awareness and timely screening are important to prevent serious diseases, he said, calling upon young people to actively participate in the TB elimination campaign. The Deputy Chief Minister also urged pregnant women to undergo antenatal check-ups on time and asked gram panchayats to remain vigilant in this regard. He said the state was also conducting extensive screening for non-communicable diseases, including hypertension, diabetes, fatty liver disease and sickle cell anaemia. Minister of State for Public Health and Medical Education Narendra Shivaji Patel said youth participation was crucial for TB elimination and that collective efforts would accelerate the goal of making Madhya Pradesh TB-free. During the programme, eight TB-free gram panchayats, three Nikshay Mitras, and five health officials and health workers were honoured for their contribution to the TB elimination campaign. More than 200 participants attended the programme in person, while over 5,000 people from across Madhya Pradesh participated virtually.
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Congress should introspect instead of blaming EC for poll defeats: MP CM
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 8 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday criticised the Congress for blaming the Election Commission for its electoral setbacks, saying the party should instead introspect on its organisation and leadership. Yadav's remarks came as the Madhya Pradesh Congress prepared to hold a foot march in Bhopal in support of the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, amid an intensifying Opposition campaign against the Election Commission in New Delhi. The Chief Minister said the Congress had itself benefited from the electoral process that it was now questioning, pointing to its governments in Kerala and Himachal Pradesh. If there is distrust in the Election Commissions process, then what is the meaning of Congress victory in Kerala? Mohan Yadav said. He is on a visit to Mumbai. Talking to the media, Yadav said Congress should examine why its political base had weakened in several states instead of holding the poll panel responsible for repeated electoral defeats. Yadav referred to Congress's prolonged absence from power in West Bengal and its weak position in Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, saying these issues required introspection within the party. Congress should introspect and strengthen its organisation instead of blaming the Election Commission for every defeat, he said. He said India was the world's largest democracy and elections were conducted through a constitutional framework under the Election Commission. According to Yadav, electoral defeats should not be used as a reason to question constitutional institutions. The Chief Minister also said Rahul Gandhi should introspect on the Congress's electoral performance and leadership. The remarks came amid protests by Congress and other Opposition parties against the Election Commission over electoral rolls and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. On October 6, Gandhi, Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several INDIA bloc leaders were detained by police during a march towards the Election Commission office in New Delhi. The Opposition leaders were protesting over alleged irregularities in electoral rolls and demanding accountability from the poll panel. On October 7, Rahul Gandhi and other Opposition MPs were again detained during a protest in Delhi after they attempted to march towards Jantar Mantar. The Opposition has accused the Election Commission of irregularities in the electoral-roll revision process and has demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. In Bhopal, state Congress president Jitu Patwari and Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar are scheduled to lead a foot march at 5 p.m. on Thursday in solidarity with Gandhi. The state Congress had earlier staged a protest outside the Chief Electoral Officer's office in Bhopal following Gandhi's detention in Delhi on October 6.
MP: BJP marks PM Modis 25 years in public service
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 7 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 25 years at the helm of a government, describing the milestone as a matter of good fortune for the people of the state. Yadav participated virtually in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha' from Ujjain as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organised programmes across Madhya Pradesh to mark his 25 years of public service and highlight his governance and welfare initiatives. Heartiest congratulations to all the people of the state from my side. It is our good fortune that the Prime Minister has completed 25 years of public service, Yadav said in a statement. The programmes were organised under the BJP's 'Seva Jyoti Sankalp' initiative, with party workers and citizens gathering at different locations to listen to PM Modi's address and participate in events marking his long tenure in government. In Indore, thousands of BJP workers and citizens gathered at the IDA Ground in Vijay Nagar for the programme. Workers from different Assembly constituencies reached the venue carrying the Tricolour and were led by their respective MLAs. After PM Modi's address, Madhya Pradesh Minister and senior BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya administered a pledge for a 'Viksit Bharat' to elected representatives and party workers present at the programme. A ceremonial lamp was then lit, following which Vijayvargiya carried a torch to a newly constructed torch monument near the Vijay Nagar police station and lit it. BJP workers raised slogans in support of PM Modi before leaving for their respective Assembly constituencies carrying symbolic torches. The BJP's programmes across the state sought to highlight PM Modi's journey in government, which began with his becoming Gujarat Chief Minister in 2001 and continued with his tenure as Prime Minister from 2014. The celebrations also sought to reinforce the party's emphasis on public service, welfare and its vision of a developed India. The milestone, however, also triggered a political response from the Congress in Madhya Pradesh, with Leader of the Opposition Umang Singhar questioning the state government's focus while the BJP was celebrating PM Modi's 25 years in public service. Singhar, referring to the BJP's 'Seva Jyoti Kalash Yatra', said party workers visiting villages should also see the condition of roads, schools and hospitals, unemployment among youth, farmers' difficulties in obtaining fertilisers, and nutritional problems faced by tribal children. He urged Chief Minister Mohan Yadav to address issues affecting people in the state rather than merely seeking praise for the Prime Minister, and said the Chief Minister was accountable to the people of Madhya Pradesh.
MP: Digvijaya Singh to begin 930-km yatra from Ujjain to Ayodhya on Oct 20
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 7 (IANS) Veteran Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh will begin a nearly 930-km 'Satya Sanatan Swabhiman Yatra' from Ujjain to Ayodhya on October 20, carrying the Tricolour and a five-colour Dharma flag under the motto Yato Dharmastato Jayah (where there is dharma, there is victory). Singh announced the yatra's plan and objectives at a press conference in Bhopal on Wednesday. He said it would begin on October 20, Vijayadashami, from the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain and culminate at the Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The yatra will pass through Shajapur, Sarangpur, Rajgarh, Chachauda, Aron, Ashoknagar, Chanderi and Orchha, then enter Uttar Pradesh and proceed through Orai, Kalpi, Kanpur Dehat, Lucknow Dehat and Barabanki to Ayodhya. The journey will link Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, Ramraja Sarkar Temple in Orchha and Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Explaining the significance of the yatra, Singh said the Dharma flag would represent the values he associates with Sanatan Dharma, while the Tricolour would reflect the country's unity. Singh said Sanatan Dharma is not merely a mode of worship or a religious ritual. He added that the core of Sanatan Dharma is truth, justice, good conduct, compassion, sacrifice and walking on the path of dharma. He said the yatra would be peaceful and would not oppose any religion, sect or individual. He said the purpose was to spread awareness of Sanatan Dharma values and raise issues about protecting devotees' faith and religious donations. The yatra will also raise questions about the management of major Hindu religious institutions. At Ujjain, Singh said he would raise issues related to the Mahakal Lok project, including the quality of statues and alleged irregularities in land-related matters. At Orchha, he said questions would be raised about temple accounts, properties, jewellery and the utilisation of donations. In Ayodhya, he said he would seek transparency in donations, offerings, land transactions and expenditure related to the Ram temple. Singh said donations in the name of Ram should be used only for Ram's work, and wealth in the name of Mahakal should be used only for Mahakal's work. He added that both the faith of the devotee and the devotee's donation should be protected and described this as Sanatan Swabhiman. Singh also announced a digital petition and missed-call campaign on Chanda Chori and Vote Chori, along with demands for an independent probe into alleged irregularities and electoral reforms. Singh said the yatra would retain its religious and social character and would use the Tricolour and Dharma flag throughout the journey.
Congress Prepares Ground Strategy Against Madhya Pradesh Government in Rewa Division Meeting
Congress gears up for local elections in Madhya Pradesh, strategizing against the state government in a key meeting in Bhopal. Congress Prepares Ground Strategy Against Madhya Pradesh Government in Rewa Division Meeting
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MPPSC Exam to Be Conducted Twice a Year From 2027
Bhopal, October 6, 2026: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has announced that the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) examination will be conducted twice a year from 2027. The announcement comes amid concerns and protests related to the state public
MPPSC exams to be held twice from 2027: CM Mohan Yadav
The Madhya Pradesh State Public Service Commission (MPPSC) exam will be held twice in a year from 2027. The decision was announced by CM Mohan Yadav at the CM Youth Conclave-2026 held in Bhopal on...
Rahul, Priyankas detention: MP Congress protests outside EC office in Bhopal
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 7 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh unit of the Congress on Tuesday staged a protest outside the Election Commissions office here against the detention of Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra during an opposition demonstration in New Delhi. State Congress president Jitu Patwari and Leader of Opposition in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly Umang Singhar led the protest, which was joined by MLAs, party office-bearers and a large number of workers. Former Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh and several other senior Congress leaders later joined the sit-in at the Election Commissions office. Congress workers raised slogans against the Election Commission and burnt an effigy of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar during the demonstration. Patwari said the protest was aimed at defending democratic rights, the impartiality of constitutional institutions and the right of people to vote. In a democracy, the voice of a public representative cannot be suppressed. Asking questions and demanding answers is a democratic right, Patwari said in a post on X. State LoP Umnag Singhar said the Congress had organised the demonstration against the detention of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra by the Delhi Police. The Bhopal protest followed a demonstration by opposition MPs in New Delhi over the Congress' allegations of irregularities in electoral rolls. Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders had marched towards the Election Commission but were stopped by police near Akashvani Bhawan. The opposition leaders subsequently staged a sit-in at the spot. After several hours, Delhi Police detained Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several other opposition leaders as the protest was cleared. Later, they were released. The Congress has been demanding action over its allegations concerning the electoral rolls and has sought greater transparency from the Election Commission. The confrontation has emerged as a major political issue between the Congress and the BJP, with the opposition party stepping up protests against the Election Commission and the BJP accusing it of making unsubstantiated allegations against an independent constitutional body.
MP to hold special voter enrolment camps
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 6 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh will hold special voter enrolment camps at every polling station from October 7 to 9 to facilitate the registration of eligible voters, Chief Electoral Officer Sanjeev Kumar Jha said on Tuesday. Jha directed election officials to ensure that only Form 6 is collected from voters during the camps and that no additional declaration form is sought from them. The Chief Electoral Officer issued the directions during a virtual meeting with Deputy District Election Officers from Nirvachan Sadan in Bhopal. He also asked officials to widely publicise the three-day exercise so that eligible people can make use of the facility. Jha said applications would be accepted from people who had completed 18 years of age by October 1. He also directed officials to collect applications in advance from those who will turn 18 by January 1, 2027, for their inclusion in the electoral roll under the prescribed procedure. The Election Commission has also provided an online facility for voter registration, Jha said in a statement, adding that eligible voters can apply through the official website or the ECINET mobile application. He asked District Election Officers to give wide publicity to the online registration facility and specifically encourage young people to register as voters. Jha also reviewed the progress of voter enrolment work in various districts. He appreciated the work being done in Indore and Vidisha and directed districts lagging behind to improve their performance. The special camps are being held amid the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls being conducted by the Election Commission of India. The exercise involves verification and updating of voter lists. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday said an updated, transparent and reliable voter list was important for strengthening democracy. He urged people not to pay attention to rumours or confusion regarding the SIR and to rely only on the official information and procedure prescribed by the Election Commission. Yadav also appealed to young people who have completed 18 years of age to get their names registered in the voter list. He appealed to every citizen of Madhya Pradesh to verify their name in the electoral roll. Let us fulfil our responsibility and become participants in the creation of a reliable voter list, Yadav wrote on X.
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CM Yadav promises more job opportunities for youth, announces twice-yearly PSC exams
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 6 (IANS) Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday promised to expand employment and career opportunities for young people in Madhya Pradesh, announcing twice-yearly MPPSC examinations and separate job-oriented tests from 2027 as part of a series of youth-focused measures. Addressing the CM Youth Conclave-2026 at Lal Parade Ground in Bhopal, Yadav declared 2027 as the Year of Youth and said the state government would focus on education, skill development, research, innovation and employment. Next year will be observed as the Year of Youth. Therefore, the PSC examination will be conducted twice a year, Yadav said. He said separate employment-oriented examinations would also be conducted in addition to the regular MPPSC examinations, describing the initiative as a first in the country. The Chief Minister announced that 12 medical colleges and 12 new skill-oriented universities would be established in the state. The government plans to open one medical college every month, he said. Free coaching for competitive examinations will be provided in government colleges across all districts, while state-of-the-art laboratories for Artificial Intelligence and advanced computing will be established, Yadav said. The government will also increase the monthly stipend for research scholars from Rs 16,000 to Rs 25,000. Each university will be provided a dedicated fund of Rs 1 crore for research activities, he said. An Idea Fund of Rs 5 crore will be created at the state level to encourage innovation and startup ideas among the youth, Yadav said. The state will enrol one lakh youths in skill-enhancement programmes and facilitate job placements through placement agencies. An Investor Meet will also be organised next year to help generate employment opportunities, he said. Yadav said the measures were aimed at creating a wider ecosystem for young people to pursue higher education, research, entrepreneurship and jobs within the state. During his address, the Chief Minister also referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public life and urged the youth gathered at the conclave to applaud and greet him. Under the leadership of our Prime Minister, tomorrow marks 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public life. Today, all of us in Bhopal and the youth of the entire state should applaud and extend our greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Yadav said. According to government data cited at the event, around 36.74 crore people aged 15-29 years live in India, accounting for nearly 26 per cent of the country's population.
MP: Bus catches fire near Ujjain after tyre burst, passengers escape unhurt
Digital Desk | Ujjain, Oct 6 (IANS) A bus travelling from Ujjain to Indore caught fire after one of its rear tyres allegedly burst in the Ramvas area, around 15 km from Ujjain, on Tuesday, forcing passengers to jump from the vehicle as smoke billowed from it. According to preliminary information, nearly a dozen passengers were travelling on the bus. No injuries were reported, although the vehicle was completely gutted in the fire. According to police, the incident occurred when the bus was travelling towards Indore. The burst rear tyre reportedly caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle, following which it caught fire. As soon as the rear tyre burst, the bus caught fire. All passengers were evacuated safely, and no one was injured, said police station in-charge Narendra Yadav. The fire spread rapidly and engulfed the vehicle within minutes. Four fire tenders reached the spot about 45 minutes after the incident was reported and brought the blaze under control following an operation that lasted nearly one-and-a-half hours. By the time the fire was extinguished, the bus had been destroyed, leaving only its chassis. Police and officials from the concerned departments have begun investigating the incident and are examining the circumstances that led to the fire. The bus, bearing registration number MP-13 B 2922, was an older diesel-powered vehicle. It carried saffron-coloured reflective markings and had the words Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Seva displayed on its windows. Video footage from the spot also showed Mukhyamantri Sugam Bus Seva Parivahan written on the front of the vehicle. The Regional Transport Office (RTO) is verifying the vehicles records and its connection with the state transport service. The incident comes shortly after the launch of the Madhya Pradesh governments Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Seva, aimed at expanding inter-city and intra-city bus connectivity across the state. The service was launched on September 25 at the BHEL Dussehra Ground in Bhopal by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Nitin Gadkari. A total of 351 buses were flagged off for seven major cities under the initiative. Ujjain received 10 buses for religious tourism, which were flagged off by Mohan Yadav from Mahakal Lok on September 27 under the PM-eBus Sewa and Ujjain Darshan Sewa initiatives. The Ujjain fire also comes days after an e-bus associated with the newly launched service met with an accident in Indores Rajwada area, leaving one person dead and two others injured. Ujjain Police are examining the incident and verifying the vehicles records to ascertain the exact circumstances surrounding the fire and its status under the transport scheme.
MP: Students clash with police at youth conclave in Bhopal
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 6 (IANS) A confrontation broke out between students and police during singer Jubin Nautiyals performance at the Madhya Pradesh governments CM Youth Conclave-2026 in Bhopal on Tuesday after several youths allegedly attempted to cross barricades, resulting in chair-throwing and the use of mild force by police personnel. The commotion occurred at Lal Parade Ground after Chief Minister Mohan Yadavs interaction with the youth had concluded and the entertainment programme was under way. According to people present at the venue, some students tried to enter the area near the stage by climbing over barricades set up to control the crowd. Police personnel stopped them, following which an argument reportedly broke out between the two sides. The situation soon turned chaotic, with some students allegedly throwing chairs and kicking up dust during the commotion. Amid the rush, a female student was reportedly caught in the crowd and sustained injuries after being crushed in the ensuing chaos. Police personnel attempting to control the situation allegedly slapped some students and used mild force to disperse the crowd. The incident led to heightened tension at the venue for some time. However, the situation was eventually brought under control after leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) reached the spot and intervened. They reportedly asked police personnel to step back, following which the police force withdrew from the immediate area. There was no immediate official information regarding the number of students injured in the incident. Earlier, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that 2027 would be observed as the Year of Youth in Madhya Pradesh and stated that the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) would conduct examinations twice a year. The state government also outlined measures aimed at increasing opportunities in education, employment, skill development and research for young people. Reacting to the incident, Madhya Pradesh Congress president Jitu Patwari criticised the BJP government and alleged that the episode reflected growing discontent among the states youth. In a social media post, Patwari claimed that the incident signalled opposition among young people to the policies and claims of the BJP government.
AIMWA conference in Mumbai brings together teachers, women from across India
Bhopal: The All India Muslim Women Association (AIMWA) organised a two-day conference in Mumbai on 26 and 27 September, 2026, bringing together teachers, educationists, girls, and women from different parts of India to deliberate on education, character building, emotional well-being, womens empowerment, and the challenges facing the next generation. According to a press release issued Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Discrepancies Uncovered in Ayushman Bharat Scheme Enrollment at Bhopal Hospital
A private hospital in Bhopal faces scrutiny for inflating employee numbers to enroll in the Ayushman Bharat scheme, revealed by EOW investigation. Discrepancies Uncovered in Ayushman Bharat Scheme Enrollment at Bhopal Hospital
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Bhopal govt school teacher shifted after Gen Alpha students protest on street
Bhopal govt school teacher shifted after Gen Alpha students protest on street
Five cubs born in Kuno National Park take India's cheetah population to 60
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 5 (IANS) Five cubs were born at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh on Monday, taking India's total cheetah population to 60, including 41 born in the country, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced. The cubs were born to 'KJP21', a 32-month-old Indian-born female cheetah, in what is being seen as another significant milestone for Project Cheetah. KJP21 is the third female cheetah born in India to give birth, after 'Mukhi' and 'KGP12'. The development is also significant as the five cubs mark the beginning of the Botswanan lineage in India's cheetah population. The father of the cubs is a male cheetah brought from Botswana, adding a new genetic lineage to the country's growing cheetah population. Another historic and joyous milestone for Project Cheetah! Minister Yadav said in a post on X while announcing the birth of the cubs. The latest births have taken the number of Indian-born cheetahs to 41, while the overall population, including those brought from African countries, has reached 60. The minister described the birth as another step in the development of the next generation of India's cheetah population and congratulated the veterinarians, field staff, managers and others associated with the project. Another generation born on Indian soil, adding yet another beautiful chapter to the remarkable story of cheetah reintroduction in India, Yadav said. The development comes during Wildlife Week 2026 and marks another addition to the cheetah population at Kuno, which has remained at the centre of India's efforts to re-establish the species in the country. India launched Project Cheetah in September 2022 with the translocation of cheetahs from Namibia to Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park. Cheetahs were subsequently brought from South Africa and Botswana as part of the programme aimed at establishing a viable and genetically diverse population. The birth of cubs to Indian-born females is considered an important phase of the reintroduction programme, as it indicates reproduction by a new generation of cheetahs born in the country. The addition of the Botswanan lineage is expected to further contribute to the genetic diversity of India's growing cheetah population.
New Legal Codes Made Accessible Through Exhibition in Bhopal
An exhibition in Bhopal showcases significant changes in Indias legal system, making new codes and processes easier for citizens to understand. New Legal Codes Made Accessible Through Exhibition in Bhopal
Reward announced for absconding caretaker in retired IAS officers murder in Bhopal
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 4 (IANS) Police have announced a reward of Rs 50,000 for information leading to the arrest of Varun Kumar, the absconding caretaker accused in the murder of retired IAS officer Rakesh Agarwal at his residence in Bhopal. The accused has been on the run since the incident, and a dozen police teams are currently searching for him across five states. According to police sources, a reward of Rs 50000 has been announced on him, as the search for Varun Kumar is underway in Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi. Teams are conducting raids at his possible hideouts and locations linked to his relatives. Family members in Patiala and other places have already been questioned. Technical teams are actively analysing the accuseds mobile and digital footprints to track his movements. Police have also examined CCTV footage of the routes he took after the crime. Investigation so far indicates that after the incident, Varun reached Bhopal railway station and boarded a train heading towards Delhi. Preliminary police investigations have revealed that the accused, Varun, is originally from Gwalior. He obtained the documents using his elder sister's address, who lives in Patiala, Punjab. Police are now coordinating with Haryana and Uttar Pradesh Police to intensify efforts to arrest the accused. With the help of the cyber cell, the accused's mobile phone's IMEI number and tower location are being analysed to trace his movements. Separate teams have been deployed to gather information about his possible contacts and potential hideouts. Retired IAS officer Rakesh Agarwal was murdered on Wednesday morning at his residence in Surajnagar, Bhopal. His body was found lying on the floor of a room, with sharp-weapon injuries visible on the neck. Locks of the almirahs in the house were found broken. In the kitchen, the pipe of an LPG cylinder had been disconnected, filling the entire house with gas, suggesting an attempt to set the house on fire after the murder. Police said the investigation is progressing on multiple fronts, with teams continuing to comb through digital evidence and physical locations linked to the absconding caretaker. Further details are expected as the multi-state search intensifies, and technical analysis yields more leads.
Panel to Probe Bhopal Nawabs Landed Assets; May Spark Row Over Saifs Claims
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Reward Declared In Retired IAS Officer Murder Case
Bhopal police have announced a Rs 30,000 reward for Varun Kumar, the caretaker suspected of murdering retired IAS officer Rakesh Agarwal. Kumar allegedly slit Agarwal's throat and attempted to set the house on fire before fleeing. A four-state manhunt is underway to apprehend the suspect.
Ex-IAS officer murder: Bhopal police announce 30,000 reward for absconding caretaker
Ex-IAS officer murder: Bhopal police announce 30,000 reward for absconding caretaker
Justice within 3 years from FIR to Supreme Court now: Amit Shah
Says new criminal laws end era of endless delays Bhopal, Oct 03: Union Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday that Indias judicial system was once known for delays, but now, with the full implementation of the new criminal laws, justice will be delivered within three years from the filing of an FIR to the Supreme []
Halal products fund terror acts: Hindutva outfit in Bhopal
Bhopal: Members of the Hindutva organisation, the Sakal Hindu Samaj in Madhya Pradeshs Bhopal, held a protest wherein they called for a boycott of halal-certified products. Alleging that purchasing these products eventually helps fund terrorism in the country, they urged all Sanatanis to boycott them even as they raised slogans of Islamic Jihad Murdabad. From Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Amit Shah Sets Ambitious Goal for a Drug-Free India by 2029
Amit Shah announces a target for a drug-free India by 2029 during a conference in Bhopal, emphasizing collaborative efforts for the initiative. Amit Shah Sets Ambitious Goal for a Drug-Free India by 2029
MP: Shivraj Chouhan questions slogans expressing distrust of men
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 3 (IANS) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday questioned why girls had reached a situation where they felt the need to write slogans expressing distrust towards men, calling for introspection by society over womens safety and dignity. Why has it come to such a pass that my daughters have to write such a slogan? Chouhan said while addressing a scholarship programme in Bhopal. He referred to the social media slogan, Ek kachori, do samosa, in mardon ka kya bharosa (one kachori, two samosas, what can one trust about these men), and said it should make society seriously examine the circumstances that had led to such sentiments. Chouhan said women and girls could sometimes face inappropriate behaviour from people known to them and stressed that ensuring their safety and dignity was not only the responsibility of their families but of society as a whole. If our sisters and daughters cannot trust men, how will society and the country move forward? he said. He urged men, boys and parents to introspect and ensure that women are treated with respect. The minister was speaking at a programme where scholarships were distributed to children of drivers. Under the scholarship scheme, students of Classes 8 to 10 securing more than 60 per cent marks will receive Rs 4,000 annually, while students of Classes 11 and 12 will receive Rs 4,500. Those securing more than 90 per cent marks will receive Rs 5,000, he said. Chouhan said he would also support children through competitive examination coaching and skill-development initiatives. He said Mama Coaching Classes had been started in his parliamentary constituency, Vidisha, to help students prepare for government jobs. He said efforts would also be made to connect students with skill-development programmes so that they could pursue employment and self-employment after completing their education. Earlier, Chouhan attended the 11th annual conference of the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India at Sanchi in his parliamentary constituency of Vidisha. He said diabetes had become a growing health challenge and stressed the need for greater focus on prevention, awareness, treatment and research.
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HM Shah sets 50-crore-litre milk production target for Madhya Pradesh in next 3 years
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 3 (IANS) Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Saturday set a target of taking Madhya Pradesh's milk production to 50 crore litres over the next three years, calling for modern infrastructure and scientific improvement of cattle breeds to drive the state's dairy sector. Addressing a state-level Gopalak Sammelan at BHEL Dussehra Maidan in Bhopal, HM Shah said the expansion of dairy production would not only strengthen the rural economy but also help improve the incomes of cattle rearers and contribute to the fight against malnutrition. This conference of cattle rearers is an auspicious sign of a White Revolution in Madhya Pradesh. We aim to achieve a milk production level of 50 crore litres in Madhya Pradesh over the next three years, the Home Minister said. The conference was attended by around 35,000 cattle rearers and members of dairy cooperative societies from several districts of the state. HM Shah said the target would require significant investment in infrastructure and improvement in cattle breeds. He suggested that work be undertaken on a 50-acre tract of land for breed improvement and modern facilities for the livestock sector. The Home Minister said milk production had the potential to become an important source of additional income for rural families and announced that a scheme would soon be introduced in Madhya Pradesh under which farmers would be able to earn from cow dung. He said dairy cooperatives had a major role to play in expanding the organised dairy sector and improving the economic participation of livestock rearers, particularly women. Milk production will also play a significant role in the fight against malnutrition. In the near future, a scheme will be introduced in Madhya Pradesh through which farmers can earn income from cow dung, benefiting rural communities, HM Shah said. The Home Minister also assured the Madhya Pradesh government that the Centre has been promoting White Revolution 2.0 through dairy cooperatives, with the stated objective of increasing milk procurement, expanding cooperative coverage and strengthening the rural economy. The Bhopal programme also marked the launch of a series of dairy infrastructure projects in Madhya Pradesh. HM Shah virtually laid the foundation stone for a Rs 255-crore milk processing plant in Ujjain with a capacity of three lakh litres per day. In Bhopal, a 40,000-litre-per-day Product Dairy Plant, built at a cost of Rs 16.5 crore, was inaugurated along with a state-level central dairy laboratory costing Rs 12.42 crore. Strengthening work on a mini dairy plant in Shivpuri, costing Rs 6.5 crore, was also launched. Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat are leading in milk production. This is because BJP governments at the Centre and in the states are working sincerely for the welfare of farmers and the animal husbandry sector, HM Shah said. During the programme, Rs 101 crore was provided as financial assistance to gaushalas, while Rs 15.10 crore in dividends was distributed among members of dairy cooperative societies. Bonus payments were also made to members of the Bhopal and Indore milk unions. The Home Minister said strengthening the cooperative sector was essential for building the infrastructure required to expand dairy production and improve returns for milk producers.
Amit Shah says new criminal laws aim to deliver justice within 3 years
Union Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday that India's judicial system was once known for delays, but now, with the full implementation of the new criminal laws, justice will be delivered within three years from the filing of an FIR to the Supreme Court. He was addressing a conference of cattle rearers after inaugurating an exhibition on the new criminal laws at the Dussehra Ground in Bhopal's BHEL area. Shah, who heads the Home and Cooperation ministry, also said that after the full implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the country's criminal justice system will be among the most modern in the world. Referring to the ongoing campaign against narcotics across the country, Shah said the government was working on a detailed plan to ensure that drug abuse would be non-existent in Madhya Pradesh after December 31, 2029. India's judicial system was once known for its 'tareekh pe tareekh' taunts, but now, with the full implementation of the new criminal laws, justice will
Amit Shah to Attend Gopalak Conference in Bhopal
Home Minister Amit Shah will participate in several events in Bhopal, including the Gopalak Conference, focusing on dairy and narcotics issues. Amit Shah to Attend Gopalak Conference in Bhopal
Amit Shah to Address Livestock Conference in Bhopal, Inaugurate Justice Code Exhibition
Amit Shah will attend the Livestock Conference in Bhopal on October 3, unveiling key projects to boost dairy cooperatives and farmers income. Amit Shah to Address Livestock Conference in Bhopal, Inaugurate Justice Code Exhibition
MP: Congress raises security concerns over Rahul Gandhi
MP: Congress raises security concerns over Rahul Gandhis Balaghat visit, writes to HM Amit Shah Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Congress president Jitu Patwari on Friday wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah seeking an inquiry into alleged security and protocol lapses during the October 1 visit of Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul [] The post MP: Congress raises security concerns over Rahul Gandhis Balaghat visit, writes to HM Amit Shah appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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Political Tensions Rise Ahead of Amit Shahs Visit to Bhopal
Opposition leader Umang Singh criticizes Amit Shahs upcoming visit, questioning its impact on corruption and local issues in Madhya Pradesh. Political Tensions Rise Ahead of Amit Shahs Visit to Bhopal
MP Congress questions dairy cooperative decline ahead of HM Shahs Bhopal visit
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 2 (IANS)The Madhya Pradesh Congress on Friday questioned the decline in the states dairy cooperative network and sought details of the governments efforts to strengthen the Sanchi dairy system, a day before Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shahs visit to Bhopal. State Congress president Jitu Patwari, in a statement, claimed that the number of dairy cooperative societies had declined from 7,811 in 2019-20 to 5,502 in 2024-25, while their membership fell from 2.68 lakh to around 2.09 lakh. Who is responsible for this decline, and what is the present situation? Patwari asked in the statement issued to the media on Friday. He also questioned the target of increasing daily milk procurement from 10.50 lakh kg to 20 lakh kg, and sought details of the progress made after the state entered into an agreement with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) in 2025. HM Shah, who also holds the Cooperation portfolio, is scheduled to arrive in Bhopal on Friday night for a nearly 23-hour visit. On Saturday, he will attend a state-level Gopalak Sammelan at the BHEL Dussehra Ground, where more than 35,000 cattle rearers and dairy cooperative members are expected to participate. HM Shah will distribute bonuses to dairy farmers associated with the Bhopal and Indore milk unions, provide assistance to gaushalas, honour Gopalak Didis and distribute sanction letters under the Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Kamdhenu Yojana. He will also inaugurate a fermented dairy products plant at the Bhopal Cooperative Milk Union premises, according to the statement from the Madhya Pradesh government. His other programmes include the foundation stone-laying ceremony for the IISER Atri campus near Bhauri and the Bhopal Western Bypass, besides an exhibition related to the new criminal laws. Patwari said the government should focus on farmers income rather than only creating dairy infrastructure. He questioned regional differences in milk prices and sought transparency in the difference between the price paid by consumers and the amount received by farmers. The farmer needs a fair milk price, timely payment and a strong cooperative system. Building plants cannot be the measure of development unless the income of dairy farmers increases, Patwari said. He also flagged rising costs of fodder, cattle feed, medicines, veterinary care and labour and sought a concrete plan to increase the income of milk producers.
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Amit Shahs Visit to Bhopal to Focus on Dairy Economy and Farmer Welfare
Amit Shahs visit to Bhopal will center on the dairy economy, farmer welfare, and cooperative initiatives, attracting thousands of participants. Amit Shahs Visit to Bhopal to Focus on Dairy Economy and Farmer Welfare
MP BJP chief counters Rahul Gandhi over Balaghat visit, seeks answers on Congress record
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 1 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Hemant Khandelwal on Thursday hit back at Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over his allegations against the BJP government during his visit to Balaghat, asking him to explain what Congress governments did for tribal areas during their long tenure in power. LoP Rahul Gandhi visited Balaghat on Thursday and met tribal families, including those affected by the deaths of children. After interacting with the tribal families, LoP Rahul Gandhi raised questions regarding healthcare, malnutrition, education and basic facilities in the tribal region and alleged that the BJP government had failed to address their problems. Responding to the remarks, Khandelwal said LoP Rahul Gandhi was welcome to meet people and listen to their concerns, but should also answer questions about the Congress partys record in tribal areas. LoP Rahul Gandhi should also give an account of the Congress long rule, Khandelwal said. He added that while Congress was raising questions about problems in tribal areas today, it should also explain what concrete efforts its governments had made for development, healthcare, education, roads and basic facilities in those regions. Khandelwal said several basic problems continued to exist in tribal areas despite the Congress having been in power for years and asked why the party had failed to resolve them during its tenure. The BJP state president also referred to the issue of Naxalism in Balaghat, recalling the killing of former minister and senior Congress leader Likhiram Kanwre by Naxalites. He asked LoP Rahul Gandhi and the Congress party to explain what concrete steps the Congress government had taken to deal with Naxalism at the time and whether he had met Kanwres family and understood their suffering. Khandelwal said the Congress could not escape responsibility merely by raising questions about the BJP government. Congress cannot escape its responsibility merely by asking questions, he said, adding that people also wanted to know what had been done during the partys tenure, what outcomes its policies produced and why these problems persisted despite Congress being in power for years. He said the BJP government, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, had strengthened security in Naxal-affected areas while accelerating development work. Khandelwal said the government was working to expand roads, schools, healthcare facilities and other basic infrastructure in remote areas.
ED attaches properties of former MP govt official in disproportionate assets case
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 1 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement's (ED) Bhopal Zonal Office has provisionally attached immovable properties worth approximately Rs 1.64 crore belonging to Mahendra Pratap Singh, a former Assistant in the Madhya Pradesh government, and his wife Reeta Singh under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, an agency press release said. The action follows an investigation initiated on the basis of an FIR registered by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Bhopal, under various sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (as amended) against Mahendra Pratap Singh for possession of disproportionate assets. After investigation, the EOW, Bhopal, filed a final report/charge sheet under Section 120B of the Indian Penal Code and various sections of the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018 before the Special Court in Rewa, it said. The EDs probe revealed that during the check period from February 13, 1995 to September 9, 2020, Mahendra Pratap Singh acquired assets worth about Rs 1.64 crore, which constituted nearly 191.11 per cent of his known sources of income. The proceeds of crime generated through alleged illicit enrichment while holding a public office were used for the acquisition of movable and immovable properties. These included insurance policies, vehicles, land parcels and the construction of a school building, among other assets. As the accused failed to satisfactorily substantiate the sources of income for these acquisitions, the ED, accordingly, provisionally attached assets valued at approximately Rs 1.64 crore under Section 5(1) of the PMLA, 2002. The attached properties include a land parcel and a school building located at Rewa, which have been identified as proceeds of crime. Officials said that the attachment has been effected to prevent the dissipation of the alleged proceeds of crime. The investigation under the PMLA is continuing to examine the full trail of funds and any other related aspects. Further legal proceedings will follow as per the provisions of the law.
ED files charge sheet in Rs 66 crore bank fraud case involving Ruchi Global Ltd
Digital Desk | Indore, Oct 1 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement's (ED) Indore Sub-Zonal Office on Thursday filed a charge sheet before the Special Court (PMLA), Indore, against 21 accused persons and entities in a bank fraud case involving M/s Ruchi Global Ltd (now known as M/s Agrotrade Enterprises Ltd), an agency statement said. The court has issued notices to the accused for a pre-cognisance hearing. The ED initiated the investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, on the basis of an FIR registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Bhopal, against Ruchi Global Limited and its directors for wrongful loss to a consortium of banks. According to the investigation, M/s Ruchi Global Ltd fraudulently availed non-fund-based credit facilities, primarily Letters of Credit (LCs), aggregating approximately Rs 66 crore from the consortium comprising Punjab National Bank, Bank of Baroda and Jammu & Kashmir Bank in favour of related associate concerns. These LCs were opened under the guise of purchasing agro-commodities against fabricated documents, including forged bills of exchange and fake lorry receipts, it said. Upon discounting these bills through negotiating banks, the proceeds were rapidly layered through a network of shell and layering entities and integrated back into the bank accounts of M/s Ruchi Global Limited within one to three days. Due to non-payment by Ruchi Global Ltd on the due dates, all the LCs devolved upon the issuing banks, resulting in wrongful loss to the consortium banks. Earlier, during the investigation, the ED conducted search operations under Section 17 of the PMLA on December 23, 2025, leading to the seizure of unaccounted cash amounting to Rs 23.50 lakh and the freezing of bank accounts. Subsequently, a Provisional Attachment Order was issued on February 18, 2026, attaching immovable property valued at Rs 5.13 crore. The ED stated that further investigation is in progress to unearth the complete money trail and the roles of all involved persons and entities. The filing of the prosecution complaint marks a significant step in the agencys efforts to bring the alleged perpetrators of the bank fraud to justice under the provisions of the PMLA.
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MP govt must plug gaps in land rights, tribal welfare: LoP Rahul Gandhi during Balaghat visit
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Oct 1 (IANS) Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Thursday put the spotlight on gaps in healthcare, education, welfare delivery and land rights in Madhya Pradesh's tribal belt during his visit to Balaghat, where he met families who lost their children amid reports of illness and malnutrition and urged the government to plug the leaks. LoP Rahul Gandhi's visit to Jagla village in Birsa block came against the backdrop of a dispute over the number of deaths among tribal children. While the Madhya Pradesh administration has acknowledged 32 deaths, the Congress has claimed that the real figure is 43. After meeting the Baiga families, LoP Gandhi said the issue was not limited to the deaths of the children but reflected wider problems concerning access to basic services and implementation of government schemes in Madhya Pradesh. There are issues regarding land, rural employment scheme and land rights. Many children have died, yet their families have not even received proper compensation. Half of the people have not received compensation, LoP Gandhi told reporters. He demanded that the Chief Minister Mohan Yadav government ensure that tribal families receive benefits guaranteed to them under existing laws and schemes, particularly land rights under the Forest Rights Act. At the very least, they should be granted their rights under the Forest Rights Act and receive their land titles. Provide education and hospitals here, LoP Gandhi said. LoP Gandhi also questioned the condition of healthcare and educational infrastructure in the area, saying the claims of development needed to be matched by delivery of basic services to people living in remote tribal villages. The Congress leader also raised the issue of welfare benefits, alleging that tribal beneficiaries receiving assistance under one government scheme were being denied benefits under the Ladli Behna Yojana. He said such benefits were the entitlement of eligible beneficiaries and urged the government to ensure that welfare schemes were implemented without depriving people of their rights. LoP Gandhi also criticised the renaming of MGNREGA, saying the government should focus on making the employment guarantee scheme functional rather than merely changing its name. It appears as though they have been abandoned in the heart of India, with neither the Central government nor the Madhya Pradesh government seemingly present, he said. The Congress leader said he was shocked by the condition of the tribal families and claimed that the government had failed to provide them adequate support. LoP Gandhi also reiterated the Congress' use of the term 'Adivasi' for tribal communities, saying it referred to the original inhabitants of India, while alleging that the BJP and RSS use the term 'Vanvasis'. LoP Gandhi reached Balaghat by road from Maharashtra's Birsi Airport and stopped at a Government Primary School on the way to Jagla. He spent around 15 minutes interacting with students and enquired about the Mid-Day Meal served to the schoolchildren. Around 1,500 people from nearby villages gathered at Jagla to meet him, according to Congress leaders.
Ex-IAS Officer Murder: Caretaker Snaps Gas Pipe, Tries to Torch House Before Fleeing
The suspect was later seen riding a motorcycle with another person shortly before 3 pm and was subsequently spotted at Bhopal railway station.
Ex-IAS officer's murder: Caretaker tried to set house on fire by snapping gas pipe before fleeing
Ex-IAS officer's murder: Caretaker tried to set house on fire by snapping gas pipe before fleeing
Caretaker Suspected In Retired IAS Officer's Murder In Bhopal
Police in Bhopal are investigating the murder of retired IAS officer Rakesh Agarwal, with his caretaker, Varun Kumar, identified as the prime suspect. Kumar, hired just three days prior, allegedly attacked Agarwal while he slept, attempted to set the house on fire to cover his tracks, and then fled with the victim's mobile phone. Authorities are tracking Kumar's movements across multiple railway stations as he remains at large.
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MP: Eight senior police officers shifted in administrative reshuffle
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 30 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government has carried out a significant reshuffle in the state police administration, transferring eight officers in a fresh order issued by the Home Department. The move involves five Indian Police Service (IPS) officers and three State Police Service officers, who have been assigned new responsibilities across various districts and headquarters. According to the official order, Manish Bhardwaj has been transferred from Assistant Commissioner of Police, Kotwali, Urban Indore, to Additional Superintendent of Police, Jabalpur district. Bhardwajs career path has seen several shifts recently. He was earlier moved from Additional Superintendent of Police, Bhopal City, to the Police Headquarters and was later posted to Indore. His latest transfer now takes him to Jabalpur. Aditya Singharia, previously serving as Sub-Divisional Officer of Police (SDOP) in Sihora, Jabalpur, has been appointed Additional Superintendent of Police, Khandwa district. Manasvi Sharma, who held charge as SDOP, Tyonthar, in Rewa, will now take over as Additional Superintendent of Police, Ujjain district. Vikram Ahirwar, City Superintendent of Police, Nagda, in Ujjain district, has been posted as Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Zone-3, Urban Police, Bhopal. Jenden Lingjarpa, who was serving as SDOP, Mahidpur, in Ujjain district, has been given the responsibility of Additional Superintendent of Police, Gwalior district. Among the State Police Service officers, Ghanshyam Malviya has been relieved from the post of Additional Superintendent of Police, Shajapur, and posted as Assistant Inspector General of Police at the Police Headquarters in Bhopal. Mahendra Taranekar has been transferred from Additional Superintendent of Police, Khandwa, to the same rank in Shajapur district. Shalini Dixit, who was serving as Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Zone-3, Urban Police, Bhopal, has been appointed Assistant Inspector General of Police at the Police Headquarters, Bhopal. The reshuffle is expected to bring fresh leadership to key police units across the state, including major urban centres such as Indore, Bhopal, Jabalpur, Ujjain, Gwalior and Khandwa.
MP: Soybean registration under Bhavantar Yojana to begin on Oct 3
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 30 (IANS) Registration of farmers for the soybean crop under the government of Indias Price Deficit Payment Scheme (Bhavantar Yojana) for the Kharif year 2026 will be conducted on the e-Uparjan portal from October 3 to October 17, 2026. Farmers can complete the process on the official website, www.mpeuparjan.nic.in, following the prescribed procedure. Necessary arrangements have been made at designated registration centres across the districts. Free registration facilities are available at facilitation centres set up in Gram Panchayat, Janpad Panchayat and Tehsil offices, as well as at centres operated by cooperative societies and cooperative marketing organisations. Paid registration can be done at MP Online kiosks, Common Service Centre kiosks, Public Service Centres and private cyber cafes, where a maximum fee of Rs 50 will be charged per registration. For registration, proper verification of land documents, the farmers Aadhaar card, and other photo identity cards is mandatory, and records must be maintained. Registration for Sikmi, Bataidar, Kotwar, farmer and forest leaseholder categories will be available only at centres run by cooperative societies and cooperative marketing institutions. All such farmers will undergo 100 per cent verification by the Revenue Department. Payment for produce sold by farmers will be credited on priority to their Aadhaar-linked bank account. If there is any difficulty, payment may be made to the bank account provided during registration. Farmers must furnish their bank account number and IFSC code at the time of registration. Inactive accounts, joint accounts, and Fino, Airtel, or Paytm bank accounts will not be accepted. To ensure smooth service, farmers should link their bank account and mobile number with Aadhaar and keep the details updated. All District Collectors have been directed to keep Aadhaar registration centres at district and tehsil levels operational so that farmers can update mobile numbers and biometrics easily. Aadhaar facilitation centres at post offices may also be used. Coordination with banks will be required for linking accounts with Aadhaar. During registration, the Madhya Pradesh State Supply Corporation will make a Rs 1 transaction through the e-Uparjan/JIT portal to verify the Aadhaar-linked bank account. Aadhaar number verification is compulsory for both registration and crop sale. You can do this via the OTP received on the Aadhaar-linked mobile number or through a biometric device. Registration will be accepted only if the name on the farmers land records and Khasra matches the name on the Aadhaar card. If there is any discrepancy, the Tehsil office will verify it, after which the registration will become valid. Farmers whose mobile numbers were available in the previous Kharif seasons registration will receive SMS alerts. Registration information will also be displayed on Gram Panchayat notice boards, announced by beating drums in villages, and publicised through banners at the committee and market levels. Concerned officials have been instructed to complete the entire farmer registration process within the stipulated timeframe.
Former IAS Officer Found Dead, Househelp Suspect
A retired 70-year-old IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found dead with his throat slit at his Bhopal residence. Police suspect his househelp, Varun, who joined two days prior and is now missing. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has assured strict action, while the Congress party has criticised the state's law and order situation following the incident.
Bhopal Murder: Retired IAS Officer Found Dead, Househelp Suspected
A retired IAS officer, Rakesh Agarwal, was found murdered at his Bhopal home with his throat slit. Police suspect his househelp, Varun, who joined two days prior and is now missing. The incident has sparked political criticism regarding the law and order situation in Madhya Pradesh, with opposition leaders targeting Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.
Retired IAS officer's murder in Bhopal triggers political row over MP law and order
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 30 (IANS) The murder of a retired IAS officer at his home in Bhopal on Wednesday gave the Opposition Congress fresh ammunition to target the Madhya Pradesh government over law and order, with party leaders questioning how a senior retired bureaucrat could be killed inside his residence in the state capital. Retired IAS officer Rakesh Agrawal was allegedly found with his throat slit at his residence behind Panghat Colony in Suraj Nagar under Ratibad police station limits. The killing came as a major political issue for the Congress, which accused the BJP government of failing to ensure the safety of people in Bhopal. Madhya Pradesh Congress president Jitu Patwari said Agrawal was murdered right under the government's nose, and attacked Chief Minister Mohan Yadav over the functioning of the government and its law-and-order machinery. If, even after achieving the distinction of being the country's most unsuccessful Home Minister, there is no improvement in the ruling establishment, the system, or the government, then your entire apparatus has become abject and shameless, Patwari said in a post on X. He said the public would teach the government a lesson and remove it from power. Leader of Opposition in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly, Umang Singhar, said the murder had exposed the law-and-order situation in the state. Criminals have become emboldened under the BJP government, and even people in the state capital Bhopal are not safe. Under Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, the law-and-order situation has completely gone off track, Singhar said. When a retired IAS officer is not safe inside his own home in the state capital, who will take responsibility for the safety of the common people? he asked. Singhar alleged that Mohan Yadav could not escape responsibility by leaving the state at the mercy of criminals. The political attack came as police launched an investigation into the killing. Several senior police officers visited Agrawal's residence and examined the scene. The investigation has so far focused on a caretaker, identified as Varun Kumar, who was hired through an agency three days ago as a 24-hour caretaker-cum-male nurse. He has been missing since the incident, and police suspect he may have fled. His belongings, except for a pair of clothes, were reportedly missing from the residence. According to preliminary information, Agrawal and his wife slept in separate rooms. Around 4 a.m., his wife woke up and found the door of her room latched from the outside. She called another caretaker, Amar, who opened the door. They then checked Agrawal's room and found that its door was also latched from the outside. Agrawal was later found dead inside with his throat allegedly slit. ACP Zone-1 Ankita Khatarkar, speaking to IANS, said the Ratibad police received information at around 5.30 a.m. about the murder. Following this, the local police team and senior officers inspected the scene of the incident. Prima facie, it has emerged that a caretaker was hired through an agency three days ago and has been absconding since the incident, she said. Khatarkar said the weapon allegedly used in the murder had not been recovered. The weapon used in the murder has not yet been recovered. Further investigation is underway, and efforts are being made to trace the missing caretaker, she said. Police are now trying to trace the missing caretaker, establish the motive and piece together the sequence of events leading to the killing.
Ex-IAS officer found dead at home in Bhopal
An investigation was underway to ascertain the motive behind the murder, the police said the role of a domestic help was suspected
Ex-IAS Officer Found Murdered At Bhopal Home, New House Help Key Suspect
The body of Rakesh Agarwal -- who lived with his wife -- was found with throat slit on the bed inside his bungalow in Bhopal's Suraj Nagar area.
Retired IAS officer found dead with throat slit at Bhopal home; caretaker missing
Rakesh Agrawal, a retired IAS officer, was discovered dead in his home in Bhopal early on Wednesday. His throat reportedly had been slit, and a missing caretaker has been linked to the incident. The caretaker was hired only days prior and is currently untraceable, raising suspicions. Additionally, leaking LPG cylinders were found in the kitchen, indicating a possible explosion attempt.
Bhopal: Retired IAS Officer Murdered at Home, Domestic Help Missing
Police have registered a case and launched an investigation. They are also examining CCTV footage from the area to gather further clues about the incident.
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Retired IAS officer found murdered at Bhopal home, missing domestic help suspected
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 30 (IANS) A retired IAS officer was allegedly murdered by slitting his throat at his residence in Bhopal's Surajnagar area, with police suspecting a domestic help who had been hired only two days before the incident and has gone missing. The body of Rakesh Agarwal was found inside his house under the Ratibad police station limits with injuries caused by a sharp-edged weapon, police said. Agarwal was living at the residence with his wife. The murder came to light after his body was found inside the house, following which senior police officials rushed to the spot. Police Commissioner Sanjay Kumar and other senior officers inspected the crime scene. The area was secured, and a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team was called in to collect and examine evidence. The preliminary investigation has put the domestic help under the scanner. Police said the man had been hired by Agarwal around two days before the murder and has been missing since the incident. The investigation is at a preliminary stage. The domestic help is a prime suspect as he has been missing after the incident. Police teams are searching for him, and CCTV footage and other evidence are being examined, a Ratibad police official told IANS. Multiple police teams are searching for the missing domestic help while investigators are examining CCTV footage from cameras installed at the residence and nearby locations to establish his movements. The police are also questioning neighbours and other people familiar with the household to establish whether anyone had visited the residence around the time of the murder. Investigators are examining physical evidence recovered from the scene along with the CCTV footage to reconstruct the sequence of events and ascertain the motive behind the killing. Police have not yet confirmed the motive and are investigating whether the suspected domestic help acted alone or had assistance from others. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination, while forensic teams are examining the evidence collected from the residence. Further investigation is underway, police said.
