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Rahul to meet families of children who died from diseases in MP

Bhopal: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will visit Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh on October 1 and meet the families of more than 30 children who have died due to suspected infectious diseases in the last few months, his partys state unit said on Tuesday. State Congress president Jitu Patwari, in a post on social media 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 .

Four MP sites added to UNESCO tentative list, total reaches 19

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 29 (IANS) Four more historical sites from Madhya Pradesh have been included in UNESCOs tentative list of World Heritage sites, raising the states tally to 19. The newly added sites are the Bagh Caves in Dhar, Ginnaurgarh Fort in the Ratapani region, the Bateshwar-Padavali-Kakramath temple complex in Morena, and the Udayagiri Caves in Vidisha. Inclusion in the tentative list is the first formal step toward possible inscription on the World Heritage List. Sites on the list undergo detailed evaluation and other procedures before a final decision is taken. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav congratulated the people of Madhya Pradesh on the development. On his X handle, he said the addition offers an opportunity to further the global recognition of the states rich historical heritage and stressed the need for collective efforts to conserve and promote these treasures. Fifteen historical and natural sites from Madhya Pradesh were already on UNESCOs tentative list. These include Gwalior Fort, Bhojeshwar Mahadev Temple, the rock art sites of the Chambal Valley, Khuni Bhandara, the Gond monuments of Ramnagar, the Dhamnar group, Bhedaghat-Lametaghat, Satpura Tiger Reserve, the historic ensemble of Orchha, and the monuments of Mandu, among others. The Bagh Caves form a group of nine Buddhist rock-cut caves developed between the 4th and 6th centuries. The murals in Cave No. 4 are especially notable, offering valuable insights into the social life and culture of that period. Ginnaurgarh Fort, located in the Ratapani area, exemplifies Gond architecture and traditional water management systems. Its natural defences provided by the hilly terrain, along with fortifications and stepwells, are among its key features. The Bateshwar-Padavali-Kakramath complex in Morena displays the varied architectural styles of temples built between the 8th and 11th centuries. The Bateshwar temple cluster, the intricate carvings at Padavali, and the distinctive design of Kakramath together make the site historically significant. The Udayagiri Caves in Vidisha were an important centre of religious and political expression during the Gupta period. The site consists of 20 rock-cut caves, with the celebrated Varaha statue standing out as a major highlight. The latest additions strengthen Madhya Pradeshs position as a major repository of Indias cultural and architectural legacy on the global stage.

MP Police seize 60 quintals of illegal cannabis in Khargone

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 29 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Police have seized nearly 60 quintals of illegally cultivated cannabis worth around Rs 3 crore in Khargone district, in one of the biggest such actions in the district. Police made the seizure at two locations in Jamli and Faliya villages under Operation Prahar, where teams used drones to search fields in remote areas without mobile network connectivity. A total of 15,191 cannabis plants weighing 5,974 kg (59.74 quintals) were seized from the two locations. The police teams reached the fields after negotiating rivers, hilly terrain and difficult routes. Drones helped the teams identify and search plantations in difficult-to-access areas. A police official said that drone surveillance was used to search the fields, following which police teams reached the locations through rivers, hilly terrain and difficult routes. At Jamli, police seized 9,391 cannabis plants weighing 3,765 kg and valued at Rs 1.88 crore, while 5,800 plants weighing 2,209 kg and valued at Rs 1.10 crore were recovered from Guwada Thata Faliya. Cases have been registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, and investigations are underway, police said. The Khargone action was part of a five-day statewide crackdown against illegal cultivation, transportation and smuggling of narcotic substances. During the period, police operations across several districts resulted in the seizure of narcotics and property worth more than Rs 3.91 crore, officials said. In Indore, police recovered 65 grams of MD drugs in two operations conducted within 24 hours and seized brown sugar in separate actions by local police and the Crime Branch. Narsinghpur Police seized 60.04 grams of smack and arrested two alleged traffickers, besides recovering a motorcycle allegedly used in the trafficking. In Gwalior, police arrested two persons and recovered 13.128 kg of cannabis, allegedly brought from Odisha for sale in Dabra. Another police official said that action against the illegal cultivation, transportation and smuggling of narcotic drugs is continuing across Madhya Pradesh. Panna, Damoh and Shivpuri police also reported seizures of cannabis and arrests in separate operations during the five-day crackdown.

LoP Rahul Gandhi to visit Balaghat on Oct 1 over tribal children deaths in MP

Digital Desk | Bhopal/Balaghat, Sep 29 (IANS) Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is scheduled to arrive in Madhya Pradesh's Balaghat district on October 1 to meet families of tribal children who died amid a health crisis in the district, prominent tribal leader in the state Umang Singhar told IANS. Singhar said that LoP Rahul Gandhi will visit the affected tribal areas of Baihar and Birsa and meet families of the deceased children to take stock of the situation on the ground. The Madhya Pradesh government has become negligent. More than 22 tribal children have died, and Rahul Gandhi will meet the affected families to assess the ground reality, state Assembly LoP Singhar told IANS. The visit comes amid concern over deaths among Baiga tribal children in remote villages of Balaghat. According to government figures, 20 children have died in the affected areas, with the deaths prompting questions over healthcare, nutrition and access to treatment in the tribal belt. A central National Joint Outbreak Response Team investigated 196 cases, including those involving 156 children below 10 years of age. Its findings pointed to multiple health factors rather than a single disease. Of 64 samples tested, 25 were positive for measles, while 27 of 32 patients tested positive for malaria. The deaths have brought renewed focus on health and nutrition among tribal communities in Madhya Pradesh. Notably, the Scheduled Tribes (ST) constitute about 21 per cent of the state's population, according to Census 2011 data, and 47 of the state's 230 Assembly constituencies are reserved for Scheduled Tribes. Balaghat, a predominantly tribal and forested district bordering Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh, was for years among Madhya Pradesh's major Naxal-affected areas. The state government has recently declared Madhya Pradesh free of Naxalism following security operations and surrenders in Balaghat. The Assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh are scheduled in 2028. LoP Gandhi's Balaghat visit will come 13 days after his previous visit to Madhya Pradesh. He had visited Indore on September 19 and addressed the 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' programme, where he raised issues concerning students, education and employment.

MP govt clears 20 pc reservation for Agniveers in uniformed services

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 29 (IANS) In a landmark decision aligned with Chief Minister Mohan Yadavs vision of youth empowerment, the Madhya Pradesh Council of Ministers has approved a 20 per cent reservation for Agniveers in the states uniformed services. Under the new policy, recruitment for Constable (General Duty) posts in the Home Department will reserve 10 per cent for Home Guards, 5 per cent for veterans, and 20 percent for Agniveers. Horizontal reservation has also been approved across other departments: Special Armed Force (Home Department): 10 per cent for Home Guards, 5 per cent for ex-servicemen, and 20 per cent for Agniveers. Jail Guard posts (Jail Department): 15 per cent for Home Guards, 5 per cent for ex-servicemen, and 20 per cent for Agniveers. Forest Guard posts (Forest Department): 15 per cent for Home Guards, 5 per cent for ex-servicemen, and 20 per cent for Agniveers. Excise Constable posts (Commercial Tax Department): 10 per cent for Home Guards, 5 per cent for ex-servicemen, and 20 per cent for Agniveers. The Cabinet also approved the distribution of food grains at Re 1 per kilogram to residents of hostels, ashrams and community welfare centres run by the Department for the Welfare of Denotified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes. This mirrors the existing arrangement for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe hostels and ashrams. Approval was granted for Rs 2.41 crore for the Directorate of Handlooms, including creating 12 new posts for district handloom offices in Mauganj, Chhindwara, Maihar and Tikamgarh. A major allocation of Rs 358.22 crore was cleared for the continued operation of Ujjains Kanh Diversion Closed Duct Project from 202627 to 203031. The project aims to prevent polluted water from the Kanh River from entering the holy Shipra River by diverting it through a 30.15-kilometre underground tunnel and covered canal to the Gambhir River. It is being implemented ahead of the Simhastha Mahaparv scheduled in Ujjain in 2028. The Council also fixed transportation fees for mineral produce at Rs 81 per tonne for first-category minerals (including limestone, dolomite, manganese ore, iron ore and others) and Rs 52 per tonne for second-category minerals (flagstone, granite, marble and soil/stone). Additionally, it approved a payment of Rs 691.01 crore, exceeding the Government of Indias maximum expenditure limit, towards outstanding liabilities for court building construction under the Centrally sponsored scheme, using available state plan funds.

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Damaged roads & piled waste: Ward 23 cries out for repairs

The locals residing in Shree Chand Colony, Govind Colony, Bharti Colony, Sarpanch Colony, Guru Nanak Nagar, Harjap Colony and Kunal Colony said that the poor civic maintenance has become a persisting problem in the ward

MP CM Mohan Yadav orders inquiry into death of BJP Yuva Morcha leader in Bhopal

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 29 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has ordered an inquiry into the death of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) Bhopal district general secretary and young advocate Divyarishi Tiwari, who allegedly died of electrocution after coming in contact with a roadside electric pole late last week. Chief Minister Yadav has directed the district administration to investigate the incident and take appropriate legal action based on its findings. The Chief Minister also expressed condolences to the bereaved family in a statement issued on Monday evening. The news of the tragic death of Divyarishi TiwariDistrict General Secretary of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (Bhopal City) and a young advocatein an accident is heart-wrenching. I offer my humble tributes to him, CM Yadav said. Following the Chief Minister's direction, the Bhopal Collector Priyank Mishra constituted a four-member committee to probe the circumstances surrounding Tiwari's death. The committee has been asked to submit its report within five days. The panel comprises Additional Collector Sumit Pandey, Chief Medical and Health Officer Manish Sharma, Mohammad Javed, Executive Controller of Electricity Department, and Superintending Engineer Pradeep Singh Chouhan. The incident took place on Sunday night in the MP Nagar police station area. Tiwari had gone to a mall with his family for shopping when he allegedly came in contact with a roadside electric pole and suffered an electric shock. He collapsed at the spot following the shock. Traffic police personnel attempted to revive him by administering CPR and arranged for his immediate transportation to AIIMS Bhopal. Doctors at the hospital examined Tiwari and declared him dead. The incident has raised questions over the alleged leakage of electric current from the roadside pole. The inquiry committee will examine the circumstances surrounding the incident and submit its findings to the district administration. Chief Minister Yadav also prayed for peace for the departed soul and strength for the family to bear the loss. I have instructed the district administration to conduct an inquiry and take appropriate legal action regarding this tragic incident, the Chief Minister said. State BJP president and MLA Hemant Khandelwal also condoled Tiwari's death. Divyarishi Tiwari's untimely demise is deeply saddening. I pray to God to grant peace to the departed soul and give strength to the bereaved family to bear this grief, Khandelwal said on social media platform X.

NGT orders Rajasthan to return 2.9087 hectares of forest land in Jaipur

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 28 (IANS) The National Green Tribunal's (NGT) Bhopal Central Zone Bench on Monday directed the Rajasthan Forest Department to take possession of 2.9087 hectares of forest land in Khasra No. 7/2 of Beer Papad village in Jaipur tehsil, which is recorded in the name of the Department. The order was passed in Original Application, Kamal Kant Tiwari vs. Union of India & Ors., by a bench comprising Justice Sheo Kumar Singh, Judicial Member, and Sudhir Kumar Chaturvedi, Expert Member. The order was uploaded on September 16, 2026, after the hearing was completed and the order was reserved on September 8. The application concerned allegations regarding the use of forest land for an industrial area by the Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation Limited (RIICO). The Tribunal examined revenue records, departmental survey material and other documents placed before it. The Tribunal noted that Khasra No. 7/2, measuring 2.9087 hectares, was recorded in the name of the Forest Department. It also said that the material before it indicated development of an industrial area on the land, while no material had been produced establishing a valid transfer of the specific Khasra in favour of RIICO. The NGT held that forest land cannot be used for non-forest purposes without the requisite approval of the Central government under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980. The Tribunal directed the Rajasthan Principal Chief Conservator of Forest Arijit Banerjee and the Rajasthan Forests and Environment Department Chief Secretary Anand Kumar to take possession of Khasra No. 7/2, measuring 2.9087 hectares, within 30 days. The Rajasthan Home Department Secretary Bhaskar A. Sawant was directed to provide necessary administrative assistance and, where required, force to facilitate the handing over of the land to the Forest Department and its subsequent protection. The Rajasthan Principal Chief Conservator of Forest was also directed to fix responsibility and initiate a departmental inquiry against officials posted in the area who allegedly failed to discharge their duties to protect the forest land. The Tribunal awarded litigation costs of Rs 50,000 to the applicant. Of this, Rs 30,000 is to be paid by RIICO and Rs 20,000 by the Forest Department within 30 days of communication of the order. The NGT also referred to the statutory framework governing reserved forests and the requirement of prior Central government approval for diversion of forest land for non-forest purposes. It considered principles laid down by the Supreme Court in various cases, including T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs. Union of India. The Tribunal emphasised the need to protect forest resources and referred to the Public Trust Doctrine, under which natural resources such as forests are held by the state in trust for the benefit of the public and future generations. With these observations and directions, Original Application, along with pending interlocutory applications, if any, was disposed of.

Congress protests in Bhopal demand resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

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Congress Transforms Voter List Protest into Political Campaign in Madhya Pradesh

Congress rallies in Bhopal against voter list amendments, claiming millions of names were removed, demanding accountability from the election commission. Congress Transforms Voter List Protest into Political Campaign in Madhya Pradesh

Congress turns SIR protest into political battle in MP; targets Election Commission

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 28 (IANS) The Congress on Monday turned its protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Madhya Pradesh into a broader political campaign over the credibility of the election process, as thousands of party workers marched towards the Chief Electoral Officer's office in Bhopal. Led by Madhya Pradesh Congress President, Jitu Patwari, the protesters set out from the Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) office for the CEO office at Arera Hills, with MLAs, former legislators and senior party leaders joining the demonstration from Bhopal and other districts. The Congress alleged that 34,25,078 names were removed from the final electoral roll following the SIR and demanded that the Election Commission publish constituency-wise and district-wise details of the deleted names. According to figures cited by the party, Madhya Pradesh had 5,74,06,143 voters before the revision. The Congress said 42,74,160 names were excluded during the draft process, while the final roll published on February 21, 2026, contained 5,39,81,065 voters. The protest also saw former Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh directly link the electoral-roll controversy with the larger question of free and fair elections. For a successful democracy, free and fair elections are essential, Singh said, alleging that the Election Commission had not taken the issue with the seriousness it deserved. Singh claimed that 13 crore voter names had been deleted across the country during the SIR and alleged that the functioning of the Election Commission had become centralised. He also questioned the use of an Election Commission App for adding and deleting names from electoral rolls. The fight is a long one and we have to continue this struggle. We will have to go among the people and explain to them the path we are passing through, he said. The Congress has sought details of the names removed from the rolls as well as information on claims and objections filed during the revision. It also wants data on the number of minority, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe voters whose names were deleted. The party's agitation is also linked to its demand for accountability from Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The Election Commission has made the SIR electoral-roll database and facilities for searching names available through its voter services portal. Senior leaders present at the PCC gathering included Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Singh, former MP Rameshwar Nikhra, former ministers P.C. Sharma, Vijayalaxmi Sadho, Mukesh Nayak, Ravi Joshi and Sanjay Kamle, besides MLAs Siddharth Kushwaha, Shobha Oza, Vicky Patel and J.P. Dhanopia. The Congress said the Bhopal protest was the beginning of a wider political mobilisation on electoral-roll issues, with the party planning further demonstrations at district headquarters.

Tensions Flare In Ujjain Over Proposed Shahi Masjid Demolition

BHOPAL, Sept 28: Tension prevailed in Ujjain on Monday as protesters clashed with police at the site where a portion of the Shahi Masjid is proposed to be demolished as part of a road-widening project, with security forces using tear gas and resorting to lathi charge to disperse the crowd. Videos from the spot showed [] The post Tensions Flare In Ujjain Over Proposed Shahi Masjid Demolition appeared first on Northlines .

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MP: BJP hits back at Congress after EC clarification on SIR, demands Rahul Gandhis apology

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 27 (IANS) Following the Election Commissions clarification on the Special Integrated Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday launched a sharp counter-attack on the Congress in Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and State BJP President Hemant Khandelwal on Sunday held a joint press conference in Bhopal, questioning the Congresss allegations and demanding an apology and resignation from Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi. On September 26, the Election Commission had clarified that decisions regarding the SIR across the country were taken unanimously by all three members of the Commission. The SIR order dated June 24, 2025, was unanimously approved for all states and Union Territories. The Commission has also simplified the process for voters who received notices due to record-mapping or other logical discrepancies. In such cases, Booth Level Officers will visit their homes to collect documents and upload them on ECINet, and individuals will normally not be required to appear for a personal hearing at the Electoral Registration Officers office. Citing this clarification, Chief Minister Yadav said the Congress must now respond to its allegations. Taking a dig, he remarked that he is a Prince who simply refuses to listen. Both leaders asserted that it is inappropriate to question constitutional institutions without concrete evidence. Chief Minister Yadav said the Congress has consistently sought to create confusion around constitutional bodies. He underlined that the Election Commission has clarified that all decisions related to the SIR were taken with the consensus of all three Election Commissioners. Targeting Rahul Gandhi, the Chief Minister invoked the proverb of a poor workman blaming his tools, describing the Opposition leaders conduct as unfortunate. He stressed that the responsibility of strengthening democracy rests equally on the ruling party and the opposition. Yadav alleged that Rahul Gandhi is attempting to sow confusion among the public regarding the Election Commission and its members. He challenged the Congress to place any concrete evidence before the people if it has any. Describing the act of spreading confusion about the Election Commission as a serious matter, the Chief Minister demanded that Rahul Gandhi apologise to the nation for his allegations and resign from the post of Leader of the Opposition. Citing past instances such as the Bofors case and the surgical strikes, Yadav claimed that Rahul Gandhi has repeatedly raised questions on various matters. He also termed the language used by the Congress leader as unfortunate. State BJP President Hemant Khandelwal said the Congress must produce concrete evidence to substantiate its charges against the Election Commission. He accused the party of misleading the public by casting aspersions on the credibility of constitutional institutions. The Election Commissions clarification, he added, has itself raised serious doubts over the Congress claims. Both leaders emphasised that safeguarding the credibility of constitutional institutions is the collective responsibility of all political parties.

Braving rain and waterlogging, MP dam project oustees protest for 16th day

Braving rain and waterlogging, MP dam project oustees protest for 16th day

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CM Mohan Yadav Praises Bhopal Master Plan 2047 Amid Congress Criticism

The Madhya Pradesh government has released the draft of the Bhopal Master Plan 2047, aiming for a greener and more inclusive city, facing political scrutiny. CM Mohan Yadav Praises Bhopal Master Plan 2047 Amid Congress Criticism

CM Yadav hails Bhopal Master Plan 2047 draft, Congress questions govts claim

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 26 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government on Saturday released the draft of the Bhopal Development Plan 2047, ending a prolonged wait for a new blueprint for the planned development of the state capital. The draft, which has been a politically contentious issue in Bhopal for years, now moves into the claims-and-objections stage before the final Master Plan can be notified, while the Congress questioned the government's claim over the release. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said the objective of the Bhopal Development Plan 2047 was to develop the capital as a green, prosperous and inclusive city. The objective of the Bhopal Development Plan 2047 is to develop Bhopal into a green, prosperous and inclusive city, Yadav said in a post on X. He said the government would take the plan forward through mutual cooperation and coordination with people's representatives, traders, citizens and officials. Yadav said the participation of different sections of society would be important in giving shape to the proposed development framework for the city's future growth. The release of the draft triggered a political response from the Congress, with Bhopal MLA Arif Masood alleging that the government had moved ahead with the process only after the Supreme Court's intervention. They (BJP) should be ashamed to claim credit for implementing it. The draft was released only after the Supreme Court reprimanded them. Now, a three-month period will be required for claims and objections, Masood told IANS. Former minister and Congress leader PC Sharma also pointed out that the government had released only the draft and not the final Master Plan. The final Master Plan has not been released yet; only the draft has been issued. I thank the Chief Minister for this, Sharma, who is a senior Congress leader from Bhopal, told IANS. The Congress leader claimed that the 2031 Master Plan had been prepared during the Congress government's 15-month tenure and recalled his 31-hour fast over the delay in releasing the plan. Sharma urged citizens and business owners to study the draft and submit their suggestions and objections, saying Congress would also present its views on the proposed plan. The release was welcomed by representatives of several trader and business organisations, who met Yadav at his residence to express their gratitude. Led by district president Ravindra Yati, more than 100 representatives of CREDAI, the Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Kolar Traders' Federation, Kolar Bullion Traders' Association, New Market Traders' Association and Sant Hirdaram Nagar Traders' Association welcomed the Chief Minister. The traders described the Master Plan as a pressing requirement for Bhopal and urged the government to release the final plan before next year's Global Investors Summit, saying it would benefit investment and planned development in the city. They also assured the government that the business community would work as an active partner in Bhopal's development. State Minister and BJP MLA from Govindpura (Bhopal) Krishna Gaur said the Master Plan would help Bhopal emerge as an ideal capital and asserted that the Mohan Yadav government was fulfilling the promises it had made.

51-member Madhya Pradesh delegation to visit Karnataka under Yuva Sangam

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MP: Bhopal Development Plan 2047 draft published, public feedback invited

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 26 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government has published the muchawaited draft of the Bhopal Development Plan2047. The new master plan places special emphasis on the citys development while prioritising the environment, employment, traffic management and civic amenities. The plan covers an investment area of 1,016.90 square kilometres, comprising 254 villages, and is designed for an estimated population of about 45 lakh. The proposed developable area stands at 61,017.02 hectares. The administration has invited public claims, objections, and suggestions on the draft. Prepared on four major bases, conservation of the natural environment, modern and citizenfriendly development, promoting necessary changes in the city, and increasing employment and economic activities, the plan aims to balance growth with sustainability. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on his X handle that along with compensation to landowners, developers will get the facility of additional development. He described it as an important initiative towards building a prosperous, accessible and developed Bhopal, urging citizens to submit objections and suggestions on the published draft. In the master plan, about 3,000 hectares of land has been proposed for a growth corridor. A 51kilometrelong corridor will connect suburbs including EKAI (Education, Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence) City, the airport, proposed CMU, logistics and wholesale trade areas. This corridor can host hotels, health services, IT, AI and data centres, logistics, wholesale trade, hypermarkets, malls, multiplexes, corporate offices, education hubs, and housing. Mixeduse and highdensity development is proposed. A BRTS corridor is planned for public transport, which can later be converted into MRTS. The corridor will also connect routes to Vidisha, Raisen, Narmadapuram and Indore. Mixed land use has been proposed, allowing shops and commercial activities alongside residential use depending on road width. The plan proposes greater relaxation of FAR and building height for lands on wider roads, along with simplified development rules. In the Bhopal Master Plan2005, the green area was about 16 per cent. The new plan proposes to increase it to around 27 per cent. A golf course has been suggested for the redevelopment of Bhanpur Khanti, and open area at the colony level is proposed to rise from 10 per cent to 12 per cent. Special emphasis has been laid on preserving Bhojtal and its catchment area, hills, forests, ponds, reservoirs and tiger reserve areas. A Digital Twin City system is proposed for realtime monitoring of development and construction activities to address illegal construction, traffic and other urban issues. Security provisions include networking of private CCTV cameras at public places, transparent boundary walls for public buildings and safe traffic arrangements. Multilevel and mechanised parking will be promoted, including under community open areas, ROBs, and flyovers, with joint use of land for basement parking allowed. An Education Knowledge Artificial Intelligence (EKAI) City is planned in the Bhaunri area to promote education and AIrelated institutions. Charitable activities such as orphanages, special schools, nursing homes and night shelters will be permitted in various landuse zones. After receiving public claims, objections and suggestions, the process will be completed based on the feedback received.

CBI opposes bail plea of ex-judge Giribala Singh in Twisha Sharma death case

Digital Desk | Jabalpur/Bhopal, Sep 26 (IANS) The CBI has opposed the bail plea of former district judge Giribala Singh in the Twisha Sharma death case, telling the Madhya Pradesh High Court that there is ample evidence indicating her alleged complicity and that she could influence witnesses and tamper with evidence if released. In its reply filed before the High Court at Jabalpur, the agency said further investigation was continuing into certain important aspects of the case and urged the court to reject Singh's petition under Section 483 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. There is ample evidence on record against the accused/petitioner showing the complicity of the accused in the crime, the CBI said, according to the document available with IANS. The agency further submitted that here is every likelihood that if the accused/petitioner is released on bail may influence the witnesses and tamper with the evidences. The case relates to the death of Twisha Sharma, who was found hanging at her matrimonial home in Bhopal's Katara Hills area on the night of May 12, 2026. According to the CBI, Twisha married Samarth Singh on December 9, 2025. After the family allegedly discovered her pregnancy on April 17, a dispute arose between her and her matrimonial family, following which she left for Noida. The agency said allegations regarding Twisha's character were levelled by her husband and mother-in-law and that the issue was reflected in WhatsApp chats examined during the investigation. Twisha returned to Bhopal on April 30 and underwent an abortion, the CBI said. It alleged that she subsequently asked her mother to take her back to her maternal home, claiming she was facing continuous harassment and cruelty. On May 12, Twisha allegedly called her mother and informed her about abusive behaviour by her husband. Later that night, she was found hanging at the matrimonial house and was taken to AIIMS Bhopal, where doctors declared her dead. An FIR was registered at Katara Hills police station on May 15 against Giribala Singh and Samarth Singh under Sections 80(2), 85 and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act. The Madhya Pradesh government subsequently sought transfer of the investigation to the CBI. The Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of the matter on May 25, following which the CBI registered its case the same day and took over the probe. The CBI said Singh was arrested on May 28 after the High Court cancelled her anticipatory bail. It also alleged that she initially did not fully cooperate in providing her voice samples. According to the agency, CBI officials and CFSL experts visited Central Jail, Bhopal, on July 9 and 10 to obtain voice samples. Singh allegedly refused to provide the remaining specimen on the second day, following which the CBI approached the trial court. Her remaining voice samples were obtained after a court order dated July 14. The agency also alleged that both accused did not cooperate with CFSL experts during reconstruction of the crime scene. The CBI filed a charge sheet against Giribala Singh and Samarth Singh on August 17 under Sections 85, 108 and 3(5) of the BNS. It said further investigation into allegations relating to dowry death, dowry and other aspects was continuing. The agency also told the High Court that financial details of the deceased had been examined and alleged that money was transferred to her account by the accused on various occasions, while a substantial portion was subsequently used for their own expenses through her account. The CBI further claimed that co-accused Samarth Singh (Twisha's husband) had absconded during the initial investigation by Bhopal Police. The case is currently at the stage of framing of charges, according to the agency's reply.

Very heavy rain alert issued in 13 districts of Madhya Pradesh

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 26 (IANS) A very heavy rainfall alert has been issued on Saturday in thirteen districts of Madhya Pradesh. According to the Bhopal Weather Centre of the India Meteorological Department, a depression over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining north Chhattisgarh continued to bring widespread rainfall across large parts of the state, with very heavy downpours recorded at several locations in the past 24 hours. According to observations recorded on Saturday morning, very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds (4050 km/h) is likely at isolated places in Datia, Bhind, Sidhi, Rewa, Satna, Umaria, Katni, Jabalpur, Panna, Damoh, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh and Niwari. Heavy rainfall is expected at isolated places in Shivpuri, Gwalior, Morena, Singrauli, Mauganj, Anuppur, Shahdol, Narsinghpur, Mandla, Sagar and Maihar. Also, rainfall occurred at most places in Rewa, Jabalpur, Shahdol and Sagar divisions, at many places in Gwalior and Chambal divisions, at a few places in Bhopal, Indore and Narmadapuram divisions, and at isolated places in Ujjain division. Maximum temperatures remained markedly below normal by 4.55.1 degrees Celsius in Gwalior and Sagar divisions and by 2.03.8 degrees C in Bhopal, Chambal and Jabalpur divisions. Minimum temperatures were also below normal by 5.98.0 degrees C in Gwalior, Rewa, Jabalpur, Shahdol and Sagar divisions. The highest rainfall amounts included Bichhia (191.8 mm), Ajaigarh (180.2 mm), Amarkantak (148.0 mm), Panna (143.2 mm) and Bajag (143.0 mm). Heavy rainfall was reported from Rajnagar (112.6 mm), Niwas (110.8 mm) and several other stations. Gusty winds reached 59 km/h at Anuppur and 52 km/h at Sagar. Thunderstorms with lightning occurred across Shahdol, Jabalpur, Narmadapuram, Sagar, Rewa, Chambal and Gwalior divisions as well as in Vidisha, Raisen, Ratlam, Jhabua, Dhar, Barwani and Khargone districts. The depression, centred near 70 km south-southwest of Sidhi district, is very likely to move north-northwestwards towards southeast Uttar Pradesh by Saturday evening and then weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area. The forecast for Sunday, September 27 indicates rainfall or thunderstorms with lightning at most places in Datia, Bhind, Singrauli, Sidhi, Rewa, Satna, Anuppur, Shahdol, Umaria, Dindori, Katni, Jabalpur, Mandla, Panna, Damoh, Sagar, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh, Niwari and Maihar districts. Authorities have advised people to stay away from low-lying and flood-prone areas, avoid underpasses and overflowing bridges, and secure temporary structures. For Bhopal and the neighbourhood, the sky is expected to remain generally cloudy with the possibility of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and rain. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 29 degrees C and 21 degrees C respectively.

MP CM announces Rs 4 lakh aid for families of three children drowned during Ganesh immersion

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 26 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has expressed deep grief over the tragic drowning of three youths during a Ganesh idol immersion ceremony in Badnawar, Dhar district, describing the incident as heart-wrenching. He has announced financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh for the family of each deceased youth. The Chief Minister said the heart-wrenching tragedy involving the drowning of three young men near a water body on Delchi Road in Badnawar during the Ganesh immersion is deeply saddening. My condolences are with all the bereaved families. I have issued instructions to provide financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh to the family of each deceased youth, he said in a post on X. Yadav also prayed to Baba Mahakal for peace to the departed souls and strength to the bereaved families to bear the loss. The tragic incident occurred on Friday during the Ganesh idol immersion on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. Three youths -- Pawan alias Kanha (19), son of Bhanwarlal Rathore and a resident of Subhash Marg; Rahul (20), son of Mukesh Prajapat and a resident of Saraswati Colony-18; and Nihal, son of Mukesh Bhambhi and also a resident of Saraswati Colony -- had gone to a pond on Delchi Road along with other friends to immerse the idol. During the immersion, the three ventured into deep water and drowned. Bystanders pulled the youths out of the water and rushed them to the Civil Hospital, where doctors declared them dead after examination. An atmosphere of mourning now prevails in the area. Upon receiving the news, the families of the deceased and a large number of local residents arrived at the hospital. Tehsildar Suresh Nagar also visited the Civil Hospital, inquired about the details of the incident, and offered support to the grieving families. Police reached the scene promptly, gathered information from villagers, registered a case, and initiated a formal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the drowning. Authorities continue to monitor the situation while ensuring necessary assistance reaches the affected families.

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MP: Six youths drown during Ganesh idol immersion

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 25 (IANS) Six youths were killed or feared drowned in two separate incidents in Madhya Pradesh on Friday while immersing Ganesh idols on Anant Chaturdashi. In Bhind district, three teenagers aged around 1617 years drowned while immersing a Ganesh idol in the Kwari River at Kanavar village under Umri police station limits. The incident occurred between 4.30 pm and 5 pm after villagers had completed the havan and puja rituals and reached the river for immersion. According to police, the three youths entered a deeper section of the river and drowned. Eyewitnesses raised an alarm, after which villagers who knew how to swim entered the river to search for them. However, they could not locate the youths because of the water's depth and strong current. The missing youths were identified as Krishna Bhadauria, Abhijit Bhadauria and Madan Bhadauria, all residents of Kanavar village. After receiving information, Umri Station House Officer (SHO) Brijendra Singh Sengar reached the spot with police personnel. SDOP Ravindra Vaskale also visited the site and took stock of the rescue efforts. Police have summoned a State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) team to search for the youths, and the operation was underway. In a separate incident in Dhar district, three youths drowned in a pond on Dolchi Road in Badnawar while immersing a Ganesh idol. Residents pulled them out of the water and rushed them to the Badnawar Civil Hospital, where doctors declared them dead. The deceased were identified as Pawan alias Kanha Rathore (19), Rahul Prajapat (20) and Nihal Bhambhi (21). The incident triggered panic in the area, with the families of the deceased and a large number of residents gathering at the hospital.

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CM Mohan Yadav emphasizes Deendayal Upadhyayas principles as the foundation for a self-reliant India during a tribute in Bhopal. Madhya Pradesh CM Highlights Deendayal Upadhyayas Vision for Self-Reliant India

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MP CM Mohan Yadav links Deendayal Upadhyay's vision with Modi govt's self-reliance push

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 25 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday invoked Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya's philosophy of Integral Humanism, self-reliance and 'Antyodaya' (last mile delivery) while highlighting the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) ideological legacy. Chief Minister Yadav linked Upadhyaya's vision with the Narendra Modi government's development agenda, saying his ideas were taking shape through the campaign for an 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'. He made the remarks after paying floral tribute to Upadhyaya, a founding member of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, at his statue in Lalghati of Bhopal on his birth anniversary. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, who was in Bhopal to launch the bus service in Madhya Pradesh, was also present at the programme. Chief Minister Yadav used the occasion to present the BJP government's emphasis on domestic production, local industries and support for farmers, women, youth and small entrepreneurs as an extension of Upadhyaya's economic and social philosophy. Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya's core message was self-reliance, Swadeshi and an Atmanirbhar Bharat. He gave the philosophy of Integral Humanism while being concerned about the happiness, dignity and welfare of the last person in society, the Chief Minister said. He added that Upadhyaya believed development was meaningful only when its benefits reached the last person in society and every citizen could lead a self-reliant and dignified life. Chief Minister Yadav said the Modi government was taking forward these principles by strengthening domestic production and encouraging local enterprises. He added that the shift towards self-reliance was a continuation of an ideological vision articulated by Upadhyaya decades ago. The seed of Swadeshi and self-reliance sown by Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya is today growing into a large tree of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said. The state BJP leadership also used the anniversary to reinforce the party's organisational connection with Upadhyaya's ideas. State BJP President Hemant Khandelwal described the philosophy of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya as a continuing source of inspiration for BJP workers and linked it to the party's emphasis on service and welfare. Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya was a great national leader who gave direction to the BJP's ideology through his vision and ideas and dedicated his entire life to national service and the welfare of the last person in society, Khandelwal said. He added that the BJP's organisational work should continue to focus on service, self-reliance and Antyodaya and that the benefits of development should reach the most deprived sections. The birth anniversary of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder was observed across Madhya Pradesh, with programmes organised at BJP booths and cleanliness drives held simultaneously. Seminars were conducted in various districts with the participation of Ministers, MPs, MLAs, party office-bearers and workers. The observance comes as the BJP continues to invoke Upadhyaya's concepts of Integral Humanism and Antyodaya as part of its ideological narrative.

MP revives govt bus services after 21 years, targets 1,500 buses in first year

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 25 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Madhya Pradesh government on Friday resumed government bus services after a gap of 21 years, with the Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari calling for cleaner public transport and affordable fares as the state launched 351 buses across seven cities. Nitin Gadkari and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav remotely flagged off the buses at BHEL Dussehra Ground in Bhopal under the 'Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Seva'. The first phase includes 120 intercity and 231 intracity buses in seven cities, including Bhopal and Indore and Jabalpur. The state government has set a target of expanding the fleet to 1,500 buses within the first year and connecting villages with cities. Addressing the launch, Gadkari said five agendas had been formulated to reform public transport, with clean transport being the first priority. Five agendas have been formulated to improve public transport, and clean transport is our first priority. The transport sector accounts for around 40 per cent of the country's air pollution, and I accept my responsibility for this, he added. Gadkari also directed officials to ensure improvements in the buses being introduced under the service and warned companies against failing to meet prescribed standards. There is still significant scope for improvement in these buses. The companies must make the necessary upgrades. Otherwise, I will deal with the concerned officials in the same strict manner as I deal with contractors, he said while addressing the programme. He added that affordable fares were essential for making quality public transport accessible to poorer sections. The poor also deserve good facilities in AC buses. Their fares should be 30 per cent lower than those of diesel buses. This is my vision, Gadkari said. The state government plans to extend bus connectivity to 75 per cent of gram panchayats, with services operating within cities, between different parts of the state and, wherever required, beyond Madhya Pradesh. Before Gadkari, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav while addressing the event, said the launch coincided with Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya's birth anniversary and the Seva Sankalp Maha Abhiyan. Today is a remarkable day. The convergence of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya's birth anniversary with the Seva Sankalp Maha Abhiyan further strengthens our resolve towards public service, the Chief Minister said. He added that the initiative was an important step towards fulfilling a commitment made in the state government's 2023 manifesto and providing convenient, safe and improved public transport. Madhya Pradesh Transport Minister Rao Uday Pratap Singh said the revival of the service after 21 years would be a milestone for the state's transport sector and assured that the interests of private bus operators would not be affected.

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Sidhis crafts, mahua products drive rural economy: MP CM

Digital Desk | Sidhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday highlighted Sidhis traditional crafts and forest-based products as emerging sources of rural income, citing international demand for Panja durries and earnings generated by womens groups from mahua-based products. Addressing the Balram Krishi Mahotsav in Sidhi virtually from Bhopal, Yadav said the districts tribal culture, handicrafts, agriculture, tourism and natural resources could together create a broader economic base for local communities. Sidhi, enriched by its tribal culture, holds immense potential. Agriculture, tourism, Panja durrie craftsmanship, natural beauty and folk culture form the backbone of the region, he said. Yadav said Sidhi had developed a distinct identity for its Panja durries and carpet weaving. He noted that traditional durries have demand in international markets, while Panja durries and handloom carpets are being promoted under the One District-One Product initiative. A unit producing handloom products and Khadi garments is also functioning in Bharatpur village of Rampur Naikin, providing income opportunities to local artisans. The Chief Minister also cited womens groups that have moved into value addition of locally available forest produce. Over the past six months, these groups earned around Rs 13 lakh by selling 24 quintals of mahua laddus and five quintals of mahua biscuits. Yadav said such initiatives could provide additional income to rural families while creating local enterprises around traditional products. He also stressed the need to develop Sidhis millet economy. Kodo, Kutki, Sanwa, Mijri and Kakun have traditionally been cultivated in the district and form part of its local food culture. Ragi is currently cultivated on around 2,000 hectares and Kodo on approximately 2,500 hectares in Sidhi. We endeavour to not only increase Shri Anna production but also link farmers with processing and markets, thereby creating new income opportunities, Yadav said. He added that farmers should also explore horticulture, animal husbandry, food processing and agro-based industries to diversify their income. Sidhi produces paddy, wheat, mustard, gram, sesame and pigeon pea, as well as fruits and vegetables, while tomato cultivation has also emerged as an important activity in the district. Yadav said modern practices such as mulching and drip irrigation were being promoted for vegetable cultivation and improved varieties of jackfruit, mango, guava and lemon were being encouraged.

MP CM hints at hike in Ayush interns stipend

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 23 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday said the state government may soon increase the stipend of Ayush interns after a demand to bring it on par with that of medical students. Yadav said he would issue appropriate directions to Ayush Minister Inder Singh Parmar on the demand while addressing a state-level programme organised at the Pandit Khushilal Sharma Government Autonomous Ayurveda College and Institute on the occasion of the 11th National Ayurveda Day. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 25 new Ayush hospitals, dispensaries and college buildings, constructed at a combined cost of Rs 185.50 crore. The projects include 12 AYUSH buildings and a new Ayurveda college in Dindori, costing Rs 102 crore, officials said. Yadav announced that Ayush wellness tourism centres in the state would now be known as Ayush Arogyam Dham and opened the Herbal Garden of State Importance at the Pandit Khushilal Sharma Ayurveda College to the public. Speaking at the programme, Yadav said Ayurveda had been an integral part of Indian culture and lifestyle for centuries. Indian culture and lifestyle have incorporated Ayurveda for centuries. Even our kitchens and food habits are linked to Ayurveda, he said. He added that yoga and Ayurveda have received renewed global recognition under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Chief Minister stressed the importance of preventive healthcare and said people should focus on their daily routine, diet and wellness rather than seeking treatment only after falling ill. Yadav said the Ayush Departments budget in Madhya Pradesh had increased 16-fold compared with 2002-03 and that the state government had begun establishing nine new Ayurveda colleges. Wellness centres are also being established at major tourist destinations to promote Ayush-based healthcare and wellness tourism, he said. Ayush and Higher Education Minister Inder Singh Parmar said Ayurveda would have a distinct place in the future of Indian medicine. He noted that the state had seven Ayurveda colleges and two colleges offering homoeopathy and Unani medicine till 2023, while construction of eight new Ayurveda colleges was underway. One more Ayurveda college had received approval from the Centre, taking the total number of AYUSH colleges across the three systems to 18, Parmar said. More than 1,700 Ayurveda dispensaries are functioning in the state and yoga classes have also been started for the public, he added.

MP: Three cops suspended after lawyers protest in Bhopal

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 23 (IANS) Three policemen, including the SHO of Jahangirabad police station, were suspended on Wednesday following an overnight protest by lawyers over the alleged assault of an advocate at the police station. The action came after around 50 lawyers gathered at Jahangirabad police station on Tuesday night and continued their protest until around 3 am, demanding action against the police officers allegedly involved in the assault of advocate Rakesh Rawal. The suspended police officers were identified as SHO Rajan Singh Ahirwar and constables Yash Lakhera and Ramswaroop. Officials said they have been attached to the Reserve Centre for the duration of their suspension. DCP (Zone-1) also ordered a preliminary inquiry into the incident and directed that its report be submitted within seven days. The issue escalated further on Wednesday, when a large number of advocates staged a protest at the Bhopal district court. The lawyers demanded registration of an FIR against the police officers allegedly involved in the incident and expressed solidarity with Rawal. They also raised slogans demanding action and sought a fair investigation. According to Rawal (45), he was stopped by police personnel near the Control Room intersection on Tuesday night while looking for an alternative route to Bairagarh. He alleged that the policemen asked him to accompany them to the police station. Rawal said he informed them that his vehicle had run out of fuel, following which the police officers allegedly abused him. When he objected, they allegedly threw him into the mud and assaulted him with batons, he claimed. The lawyers later circulated a video purportedly showing injury marks on Rawals legs and mud on his clothes. Additional Commissioner of Police Shailendra Singh Chauhan said the police were examining the sequence of events and collecting information from all concerned. The entire sequence of events is being examined. Information regarding the matter is being collected, and further action will be taken based on the facts, Chauhan said. The police have also presented a different account of the incident. Before his suspension, SHO Ahirwar alleged that Rawal had misbehaved with Traffic ACP Ajay Bajpai during the dispute and verbally abused the officer in public despite being advised to stop. He also claimed that the police had video footage of the incident. The preliminary inquiry will examine the circumstances in which Rawal was stopped, his interaction with the policemen and the events that followed at the police station. Chauhan said further action would be decided after the inquiry report is submitted.

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Director, Airports Authority of India (AAI), Jammu Airport, Devender Yadav on Tuesday asserted that the ambitious modernisation and expansion project, sanctioned at an estimated construction cost of Rs 864 Cr was progressing on schedule. Around 70 percent of the construction work is already done, and the project, which commenced towards the close of financial year 202324, is expected to be complete by November 2026, Yadav said, adding that the proposal to elevate Jammu airport into a full-fledged international airport remained under active consideration. He was interacting with a media delegation from Bhopal, currently on an exposure tour conducted by the Press Information Bureau (PIB). During its visit to the civil enclave at Jammu airport today, September 22, 2026, the media delegation was given a comprehensive walkthrough and briefing on the airport's existing aviation infrastructure and the ongoing large-scale expansion anchored by the upcoming new terminal building. Briefing the delegation at the Civil Enclave, Director, Airports Authority of India (AAI), Jammu Airport, Devender Yadav highlighted the facilitys dual administrative framework, wherein the runway was maintained and operated by Defence authorities while terminal facilities, airside commercial operations and passenger management were being handled by the AAI, reinforced by robust security protocols overseen in coordination with Defence forces. The Director elaborated under expansion the new passenger terminal space was being augmented nearly four-fold, from the current 14,500 square metres to a world-class 42,000 square metre terminal building, complemented by an additional 14,500 square metre basement. Peak Hour Passenger (PHP) handling capacity will scale up from 1,080 passengers (540 departure and 540 arrival) to 2,000 passengers (1,000 departure and 1,000 arrival), while the overall annual handling threshold will jump from 2.6 million passengers to 4.5 million per annum. To support increased flight operations alongside the 2,435 m 45 m runway, the apron capacity is being augmented from 9 aircraft parking bays to 13 bays, he shared. The upcoming terminal complex will feature 6 aerobridges compared to the present 3, 16 self-check-in CUSS kiosks upgraded from 5, 36 check-in counters expanded from 20, and 4 baggage conveyor belts up from 2. A dedicated in-line baggage handling system and an elevated departure access road are being introduced, alongside a large-scale parking facility designed to accommodate over 500 vehicles. Engineered as a green building, the complex is targeted to achieve a prestigious 5-star GRIHA rating by satisfying 35 rigorous energy-efficiency parameters. Presently, Jammu airport manages 15 scheduled commercial flights daily, catering to approximately 3,500 daily footfalls and recording an annual footfall of 1.4 million travellers. Later in the day, the media delegation visited the Directorate of Industries and Commerce, Jammu, where they were received and briefed by Assistant Director Jatinder Paul Singh on the rapid industrial transformation underway in Jammu and Kashmir driven by the J&K Industrial Policy 202130 and the New Central Sector Scheme (NCSS 2021). Jatinder Paul Singh informed the delegation that the Jammu division registered massive industrial consolidation, with 1,767 functional industrial units established on government land within designated industrial estates, representing a cumulative capital investment of Rs 13,391.46 Cr and providing direct employment to 49,795 individuals. Under the NCSS 2021 framework, 971 units were granted registration up to September 30, 2024, accounting for a total proposed investment of Rs 14,294 Cr, including Rs 10,514 Cr dedicated to Plant & Machinery, projected employment for 51,897 persons, and estimated fiscal incentives worth Rs 32,017 Cr. Highlighting ground-level outcomes, the Assistant Director stated that actual investment realization in the UT reached Rs 5,824 Cr in FY 202526, marking a 13-fold increase compared to the average annual investment realized during the pre-2021 period. Demonstrating rapid execution, 401 out of 440 registered new and expansion units, or 91 percent, have already commenced commercial production as of August 1, 2026. He noted that for the first time in the region's history, multiple mega industrial units with investments exceeding Rs 500 Cr each have been successfully established across high-growth sectors such as packaging, food processing, polymers, and pharmaceuticals. 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MP Police association condemns remarks against DCP Rawat

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 21 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Indian Police Service Association has strongly condemned comments made by senior Congress leader and former minister Sajjan Singh Verma against Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP Indore) Narendra Rawat following an altercation during Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhis Chhatron Ki Goonj programme on September 19. According to a press note issued by the association on Monday, the association assigned DCP Narendra Rawat of the Indore Urban Police responsibility for stage management and security arrangements at the event held in Indore. During the programme, a large crowd gathered in the pandal, affecting the arrangements. The officer, following pre-issued official guidelines, was managing the crowd as part of his official duties. In this context, Sajjan Singh Verma made statements to the media regarding the police officer on duty. The association described these comments as indecent, objectionable and insulting. It condemned the act in strong terms and urged public representatives to maintain dignified, restrained conduct towards public servants. Reports indicate that Verma, reacting to the stage confrontation between the DCP and event organisers, remarked that an ordinary officer was behaving like Singham without realising that this is Indore, where many such officers have come and gone. He also suggested that the officer should understand that governments change. The associations press note emphasised that police personnel were performing their assigned responsibilities under official instructions. It expressed concern over the language used against an officer discharging duty and urged elected representatives to uphold decorum while interacting with or commenting on public servants. The incident occurred amid a heavy turnout at the student outreach programme addressed by LoP Rahul Gandhi. Police managed crowd control and security at the venue. Videos of the exchange between the DCP and organisers circulated, prompting political reactions. The Madhya Pradesh Indian Police Service Association has demanded that public representatives maintain respectful behaviour towards officials performing official duties. The body stated that such comments undermine the dignity of the police force and the principle of institutional respect.

MP: Namibian cheetah Gaurav dies at Kuno during treatment

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 21 (IANS) A Namibian cheetah brought to India under the ambitious Project Cheetah died at Madhya Pradeshs Kuno National Park on Monday while undergoing treatment, days after it was rescued from the wild in a weak and dehydrated condition. Gaurav, aged over 10 years, was found weak and lethargic in the wild on September 12 and was subsequently rescued and shifted to a quarantine boma at Palpur for treatment and close monitoring. Gaurav was found to be markedly weak, with visible muscle wasting and severe dehydration. Immediate systemic and supportive treatment was provided, following which he was shifted to Palpur and kept in a Quarantine Boma for close observation and further management, the Director of Kuno National Park and Cheetah Project said in a statement. Preliminary clinical examination had indicated severe muscle weakness and dehydration, while an underlying chronic condition was suspected, officials said. Despite continued treatment and supportive care, Gauravs condition deteriorated, and he died at around 4 pm on Monday. The exact cause of death has not yet been established. A post-mortem examination will be conducted, and samples collected from the animal will be analysed to determine the cause. The exact cause of death will be ascertained after post-mortem examination and analysis of the samples collected. Further details will be available once the reports are received, the director added. Following Gauravs death, 51 cheetahs remain at Kuno, including 36 born in India, of which 16 are currently ranging freely in the wild. Four more cheetahs are housed at Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh, taking Indias total cheetah population to 55. The development comes four years after India launched Project Cheetah on September 17, 2022, with the translocation of eight cheetahs from Namibia to Kuno. A second batch arrived from South Africa in February 2023, followed by another batch from Botswana in February this year. The programme seeks to re-establish a viable cheetah population in India after the species became extinct in the country in 1952. Kuno remains the principal site of the programme, while Gandhi Sagar has emerged as a second habitat. The project has also recorded breeding in India, including the birth of four cubs in the wild to an Indian-born female cheetah in April this year.

'Our coaches were fighting': Rudrankksh Patil on hotel accommodation issues at Asian Games

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Double Asian Games 2026 medallist Rudrankksh Patil opened up on the accommodation issues he and his other shooting contingent faced during their travel to Japan for the Aichi-Nagoya Games. Patil clinched a silver and a bronze in the 10m Air Rifle team and individual event, respectively. Speaking to the media after the win, the fabled shooter highlighted the travel and accommodation issues he and his team had to face. So, while we were going from Bhopal to Delhi and from Delhi to Japan via Hong Kong, it was a long travel for us from Bhopal to Delhi. Our flight had some issues, and we did an emergency landing in Jaipur, Patil told reporters after his twin medals. From there.... we went to Delhi. The next day, we had our flight. In the evening, we took the flight and came to Japan. It was an almost five-hour flight to Hong Kong, then six hours, seven hours halt in Hong Kong. And then again, from Hong Kong to Japan, it was five hours flight. And after reaching here, within five minutes, everything was cleared, he said on the travel. Patil then highlighted that the contingent had to wait for hours for their bus to arrive, and then the coaches had an altercation with the hotel staff after they were not offered the hotel they booked their rooms in. We went to the welcoming centre. It took us three hours to wait for the bus over there. At 2 or 3 am, we started leaving for the hotel and reached there at around 3:30 or 4 am. After reaching the hotel, we realised that the hotel we had booked was not our hotel, we only had a couple of rooms over there, and that was supposed to be the best hotel. And our coaches were fighting over there that if you can give us the confirmation for the best hotel, then how are you shifting us to some other hotel? he highlighted. Patil further stated that the organisers had an accommodation of an apparent village, where the main hotel is connected to the other ones and they were offered much smaller rooms. So, apparently, they had that village thing that one hotel was the main hotel and everything; every other hotel was connected to that hotel. And whatever room was empty, they were supposed to give us in that way. It did not work in the reservation way. So, it was quite disappointing to know that, but we had a hotel beside the main hotel. The rooms are very small. We cannot open our suitcases over here, but our coaches promptly decided that these rooms are too small to have them with double occupancy. So, the coaches gave every shooter single occupancy, and that made us stay much more comfortable. And this room is small, but it's comfortable also. It's cosy also. I love this room now, he added. The 2023 Hangzhou Games gold medallist from the team event, Patil, further stressed another issue the contingent faced, and that was delayed buses, which was later solved by the Indian authorities. Then the second issue was with the bus. Japanese are known for their time efficiency, but it was very difficult to see that the buses were coming on time. It took two hours to reach, rather than the 70 minutes, which they had promised, and it took two and a half hours to reach. So, that was a big problem. The next day, they solved it. The return bus issue was solved by providing us with more buses, but for going (to the competition), we had no guarantee because they did not know how many athletes were coming and how many are going to leave. The bus's capacity was 50. So, our government provided us with private cars. So, every rifle, pistol and shotgun (teams), were given one car, or one car per day. And then whoever has a match will take the car so that no one misses the match, or even if the bus is delayed or due to any circumstance, the car will always be on time. So, again, yesterday was the women's match (rifle women's match); they took the car yesterday, and we had a match today; so, we took the car today. So, I think, you know, even though the things are not that good, but again, I like, you know, how it was handled, promptly handled and looking forward to how Japan is treating us, I would say the atmosphere is really good. The rooms look small, but this is part of their culture; as far as I am aware, they have small rooms, and the room has everything which a player would need. He also heaped praise on how Japan has been working ecologically on providing food so that minimal food is wasted. Other than that, Japan is always the first one to have a sustainable, ecological way of conducting tournaments, and that's what they are doing. They ask us if we are going to have lunch or dinner or breakfast and they create the food items accordingly, he said.

CM Yadav, Scindia to lead MPs telecom investor outreach in Bengaluru

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 21 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia will jointly lead the states investor outreach in Bengaluru on Tuesday (September 22), seeking investments in the Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) being developed in Gwalior. Yadav and Scindia will attend an Investors Round Table with leading telecom companies and investors at Taj Bengaluru, focusing on investment opportunities in the Gwalior TMZ and developing a wider telecom and electronics manufacturing ecosystem in the state. According to the Madhya Pradesh government, Yadav will brief investors on opportunities available in the zone, industrial policies, incentives and support being offered. Through this interaction, investors will be informed about the investment opportunities available in the Gwalior Telecom Manufacturing Zone, industrial policies and the support provided by the state government, the government said in a statement. The meeting will also explore possibilities for research, innovation and expansion of allied industries linked to telecom equipment manufacturing. Additional Chief Secretary Neeraj Mandloi and senior officials from the Department of Telecommunications will present the TMZ, its key features, and the policy support available to investors. Representatives of leading telecom companies will share their experiences, while companies interested in the Gwalior zone will discuss investment proposals and requirements. The Chief Minister will address investors queries and suggestions and highlight the state governments commitment to investment in Madhya Pradesh and the support available to investors, the statement added. Scindias participation will bring the Centre and the state government together with industry representatives to discuss the development of the Gwalior manufacturing hub and prospects for the telecom sector. The government is also looking to leverage Bengalurus technology ecosystem to build research and technology partnerships for the Gwalior zone. During his visit, Yadav will tour Qualcomms R&D centre, Signalchip Innovations and Signaltron Systems to understand developments in telecom research, innovation and technology. The visits aim to explore possible collaboration between Bengaluru-based technology companies and the proposed manufacturing zone in Gwalior.

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Female RTO inspector found dead in Bhopal, suspected partner dies by suicide

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 21 (IANS) A 45-year-old female RTO inspector was allegedly murdered with a hammer at a house in Bhopal, while her partner was later found hanging from a tree near the residence, police said on Monday. The body of Meenakshi Gokhale was found in the outer room of a house in Lake Pearl Colony under Khajuri Sadak police station limits. She had injuries on her head, and a blood-stained hammer was found near the body, police said. Gokhale had reached the house around 7 p.m. on Sunday with her friend Kritika and her three-year-old daughter. Kritika and the child slept in an inner room that night. When she woke up around 7 a.m. on Monday, she found Gokhale's body and informed the police. The house belonged to 48-year-old Pawan Kumar Dwivedi, who was in a relationship with Gokhale. He was subsequently found hanging from a tree located around 20 metres from the house. A bank passbook was recovered from his pocket, police said. Police said the preliminary investigation revealed that Dwivedi wanted to marry Gokhale, but she was unwilling, and an argument over the issue late on Sunday night could have led to the alleged attack. Investigators suspect he struck her on the head with a hammer before later taking his own life.Prima facie, the investigation indicates there was a dispute between the two over marriage. The crime scene has been examined and forensic evidence collected. Further details will emerge after the postmortem and other investigation, Additional DCP Sanjeev Pathak said. Gokhale was from Datia district, while Dwivedi was originally from Sidhi district. Dwivedi had earlier run coaching classes in Indore, where the two had met when Gokhale was unmarried and preparing for competitive examinations, police said. Pathak said Gokhale had divorced her husband around two years ago. Police suspect that the assault took place in the courtyard and that Dwivedi later dragged Gokhale's body into the front room before locking it from outside. Police and forensic teams examined the crime scene and collected evidence. The exact sequence of events and circumstances surrounding the deaths are being investigated, police said.

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Bhopal: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has described caste-based discrimination as a blot on Hindu society and said casteism and untouchability cannot be ended by laws alone, but require a change in individual behaviour. Addressing a gathering of RSS volunteers at Lal Parade Ground here on Sunday, September 21, he also said 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 .

RSS leader calls casteism a blot on Hindu society, urges collective effort for social harmony

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 20 (IANS) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale on Sunday described casteism and untouchability as a blot on Hindu society and stressed that service to society and patriotism cannot remain limited to swayamsevaks alone. Speaking at a large gathering of around 30,000 swayamsevaks organised as part of the RSS centenary year at Lal Parade Ground here, he said every citizen must come forward during times of crisis and fulfil their role for the nation and society. Hosabale asserted that discrimination practised in the name of caste weakens society and cannot be eradicated merely through laws, sermons or the appearance of any divine figure. The change, he emphasised, must begin from ones own home and personal conduct. He called upon people to take a firm resolve that they would neither practise caste discrimination nor allow any trace of untouchability to remain. The questions confronting society, he said, do not belong to any single community or group but to everyone. Considering oneself separate on the basis of caste, sect, language or region only dilutes the strength of organisation. Society must therefore awaken and unite collectively. Drawing an analogy, Hosabale observed that four fingers remain weak when separate but gain strength when clenched into a fist. In the same way, society must organise itself to play its rightful role in national progress. An awakened and organised society, he underlined, is essential for the countrys advancement. Leaders of different communities and groups need to come together and recognise that the challenges before society are shared by all. Patriotism, he said, should not be a sentiment reserved for a single day such as 26 January but a 24-hour commitment. Every citizen must constantly reflect on what they can contribute to their village, locality and society in the larger national interest. He urged people to spend at least one hour daily in a selfless manner in their neighbourhoods to strengthen social organisation. Shakhas, he noted, work towards individual character-building and uniting society, transcending barriers of caste and language. On environmental protection, Hosabale stressed that merely passing resolutions from platforms is insufficient. Awareness and responsible action must be practised in homes, schools, workplaces, markets, streets and localities. Planting trees, reducing energy consumption and keeping rivers clean are collective responsibilities that will safeguard resources for future generations. Citing the recent Assam floods, he pointed out that while Seva Bharati swayamsevaks had reached out with relief work, people from various sections of society, including youth and college students, had also come forward in large numbers to help the affected. Service, he said, is not the sole responsibility of RSS workers; every individual must step up during crises. Similarly, the development of villages and localities is not the exclusive duty of the government and administration. Residents themselves must take ownership. Hosabale also highlighted the need to impart cultural values drawn from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, the teachings of saints and the guidance of gurus to the younger generation. Referring to the Sanghs concept of Panch Parivartan, he called for focused work on social harmony, family and values, environmental conservation, self-awareness and civic duties. Indias nearly 5,000-year civilisational journey, he recalled, has witnessed many crises, yet the nation has always risen again. What matters is not the arrival of problems but societys capacity to confront them.

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Youth shot dead by friend on moving bike in Bhopal

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 20 (IANS) A 21-year-old youth was shot dead by his friend in broad daylight on Sunday morning while riding a motorcycle in the Housing Board Colony under Nishatpura police station area here. The accused, who was riding pillion, pulled out a pistol and fired at point-blank range into the head of the victim seated in the middle. The deceased has been identified as Ikhlas alias Tashi, a resident of Housing Board Colony who worked as a painter. According to police, Tashi was travelling with his friend Aleem alias Allu and another youth to go fishing. The third companion was driving the bike while Tashi was in the middle and Aleem was sitting behind. During the ride, Aleem suddenly took out a pistol, pressed it against Tashis head and fired. The bullet struck Tashi, causing the motorcycle to go out of control and crash on the road. Tashi died on the spot. After the shooting, Aleem threatened the bike rider with the pistol, forced him to continue, and took him to Sindhi Colony before fleeing. The terrified rider later returned to the spot and informed the police. Nishatpura police, along with senior officers, reached the scene, took the body into custody and sent it for post-mortem to Hamidia Hospital. A murder case has been registered, and a hunt has been launched for the absconding accused Aleem. Police investigations revealed that the two friends had a dispute about 15 days earlier over a woman. The quarrel had turned violent, and Tashis hand was fractured in the fight. Although the matter was later settled amicably, police suspect that Aleem continued to harbour a grudge, which led to the murder. Police are searching possible hideouts of the accused and examining the circumstances surrounding the earlier altercation. Officials said the probe is focused on the alleged old enmity as the motive behind the cold-blooded killing on a moving motorcycle.

JKBOSE holds consultative meeting on development of vocational courses

Srinagar, Sep 19: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) held a consultative meeting to deliberate on the development of vocational courses tailored to the local needs and emerging employment opportunities in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting, held at the JKBOSE headquarters at Bemina here, was organised as part of the Board's process for submission to the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) for Dual Recognition and as a step towards developing a new vocational course in the sector of Agriculture. The consultation brought together experts from the vocational education and agriculture sectors, including Dr T. N. Giri, Director, Vocational Education, NIOS, and Prof V. S. Mehrotra, Head, PSSCIVE, NCERT, Bhopal, besides experts from SKUAST-Kashmir, SKUAST-Jammu and the Department of Agriculture, J&K. Addressing the gathering, the Chairman, JKBOSE, said the Board was among the few Boards in the country to have received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from NCVET, describing it as an important step towards strengthening vocational education and skill-based learning in school education. He said the Board was focusing on sectors having considerable potential in the Union Territory, particularly agriculture and tourism, with the aim of enabling students to acquire skills relevant to local employment and livelihood opportunities. In his welcome address, Dr Parveen Singh, Director Academics, JKBOSE stressed the need to establish stronger linkages between school education, skills and the requirements of the job market, while ensuring that vocational courses remain relevant to the socio-economic context of Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative, he said, is aligned with the vision of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which seeks greater integration of vocational education, experiential learning and skill development into mainstream school education. During the meeting, experts deliberated on various aspects of curriculum development, including competency-based learning, sectoral and industry relevance, practical skills, assessment and certification.

CM Mohan Yadav announces Rs 4 lakh aid for kin of eight killed in MP accident (Ld)

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 19 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday announced an ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh each for the families of eight people, including three children and two women, who were killed after their car was swept away by a rain-swollen drain near the Maa Baglamukhi Temple in Agar-Malwa district. The Chief Minister expressed grief over the deaths and directed government officials to provide all possible assistance to the bereaved families. He also assured support to the families of the pilgrims from Odisha who had come to Madhya Pradesh on a religious visit. The news of the loss of lives in a road accident at Nalkheda in Agar-Malwa district is deeply saddening. I extend my condolences to the families of the pilgrims who lost their lives while visiting Madhya Pradesh from Odisha for a religious journey, CM Yadav said on social media platform X. The Chief Minister shared that he had directed officials to provide financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh to the kin of each deceased and extend all possible support. The accident took place around 3 a.m. near the Baglamukhi temple in Nalkheda when the car carrying the devotees fell into a drain that had swollen following heavy overnight rainfall, police said. According to Agar-Malwa Superintendent of Police Dilip Kumar Soni, preliminary investigation suggested that drowning was the cause of death. Police are examining CCTV footage from the temple and surrounding areas to establish the sequence of events. Seven of the deceased were from Odisha, while the driver, Arun Goyal, was a resident of Barod in Madhya Pradesh's Agar-Malwa. The group had rented the car from Ujjain to visit the Maa Baglamukhi Temple. Six victims, including the driver, have so far been identified as Arun Goyal, Radha Rani Behera, Gyanendra Kumar Behera, Ritarani (wife of Gyanendra Behera), Krishna Rajveer (son of Shivprasad Behera) and Shivprasad Behera. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi also expressed grief over the deaths and directed officials to coordinate with the Madhya Pradesh government and local administration for the return of the mortal remains of the deceased victims. Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Odia tourists in an accident in Madhya Pradesh. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. May the departed souls rest in peace, Odisha CM Majhi said on X. The Odisha Chief Minister added, I have directed officials to coordinate with the Madhya Pradesh government and local administration to expedite all necessary procedures and ensure that the mortal remains are brought back to Odisha with due dignity. The state government stands firmly with the bereaved families in this hour of grief. The incident triggered protests in Nalkheda, with local residents staging a road blockade at Ambedkar Square and raising slogans against the administration. Shops were also closed in the area as police and administrative officials remained deployed at the spot.

Seven of Odisha family among 8 die as car falls into swollen drain in MP

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MP eyes semiconductor growth, youth jobs: CM Yadav

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 18 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh is looking to develop Bhopal, the Indore-Ujjain metropolitan regions, and other parts of the state as potential centres for semiconductor-related businesses, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Friday. He made the remarks after inaugurating a semiconductor lab at the Madhya Pradesh Pavilion at SEMICON India 2026 in New Delhi, where the state is showcasing investment opportunities in the semiconductor and electronics sectors. The youth of our state will get employment opportunities, there will be a chance for skill development, and a major business model is being created. In Madhya Pradesh, across Bhopal, the Indore-Ujjain metropolitan area, and many other areas, there is great potential for this, Yadav told IANS. The Chief Minister said the state government has implemented investor-friendly policies and is highlighting its land bank, skilled workforce, power availability, and robust infrastructure to woo investors. He added that the states central location, power-surplus status, and stable law-and-order situation give it an edge over others. Yadav said Madhya Pradesh's semiconductor future is bright because of favourable policies for investors, sufficient land availability, and strong potential for skill development. The Madhya Pradesh government has set up a dedicated pavilion at SEMICON India 2026, where officials are holding discussions with investors and business representatives from India and abroad. The Chief Minister said representatives of several companies he met in Delhi have shown interest in investing in Madhya Pradesh. He added that the state is also inviting investors to a major semiconductor-related event scheduled for Indore on October 23 and 24. The semiconductor sector is a key focus of the Centres efforts to expand domestic manufacturing capabilities and strengthen Indias position in global electronics and technology supply chains. SEMICON India 2026 brings together semiconductor companies, investors, technology firms, and policymakers to discuss investment and collaboration opportunities.

Leaders Pay Tribute to Martyrs Shankar Shah and Raghu Nath Shah on Sacrifice Day

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3.55 crore lamps illuminate MP on PM Modi's birthday, Ujjain sets world record

Digital Desk | Ujjain/Bhopal, Sep 17 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh on Thursday witnessed a spectacular display of lights as 3.55 crore 'Ashirwad Diyas' were lit simultaneously across the state to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday and launch the month-long 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. The main celebration was held in Ujjain, where 33.27 lakh lamps were lit simultaneously at various locations, including the ghats along the Shipra River and Mahakal Lok corridor. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, BJP national president Nitin Nabin, state BJP president Hemant Khandelwal and state in-charge Mahendra Singh joined thousands of residents at Ramghat to light the lamps. At 7 pm, the sound of sirens signalled the start of the mass lighting. More than 25,000 volunteers, devotees and citizens joined the ceremony at Ramghat, Datt Akhada, Kedareshwar, Sunhari and Bhookhi Mata ghats, besides Mahakal Lok. The lighting of lamps is a symbol of people's affection, respect and gratitude for Prime Minister Modi's 25 years of service to the nation and his contribution to nation-building, Yadav said. The Chief Minister said the celebrations were aimed at taking the spirit of service and public participation to every part of the state. The Seva Sankalp Abhiyan will carry forward the spirit of service through activities focused on public welfare and social participation. It is a collective pledge to contribute to the development and welfare of Madhya Pradesh, he said. The BJP leaders also participated in the Shipra Aarti and offered prayers for the happiness, prosperity and well-being of the people of the state. The massive illumination transformed the Shipra riverfront into a sea of lamps, with the glow stretching across the ghats and surrounding areas. The 33.27 lakh lamps lit at different locations in Ujjain included those at Ramghat, Datt Akhada, Kedareshwar Ghat, Sunhari Ghat, Bhookhi Mata Ghat and Mahakal Lok. Across Madhya Pradesh, the 'Ashirwad Diya' programme was organised simultaneously at 845 iconic locations, with people joining the celebrations in large numbers, according to a statement from the state BJP. Before it, Nitin Nabin, along with CM Yadav, launched 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' in Indore.

EOW searches cooperative society manager's house in Balaghat

Digital Desk | Balaghat, Sep 17 (IANS) The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Madhya Pradesh on Thursday searched the residence of a cooperative society manager in Balaghat district in connection with a disproportionate assets case, officials said. A team led by a Deputy Superintendent of Police reached the residence of Vilas Chaure in the Neemtola area of Lanji early in the morning and began examining documents and records related to his assets and income. The search was underway, and the agency had not yet disclosed details of the case or the assets found during the operation. Chaure is the in-charge manager of the Maneri Service Cooperative Society in Lanji. According to information, his family is also reportedly involved in the business of selling agricultural machinery. Three buses are also being operated under the name Matoshree on the Balaghat-Hyderabad route, according to information available during the search. The EOW team is examining documents and other records to determine the extent of Chaures assets and whether they are disproportionate to his known sources of income, said an official. The agency is expected to release details after the search and scrutiny of records are completed. The action comes nearly a fortnight after the EOW conducted searches at multiple premises linked to K K Singare, an executive engineer in charge of the Public Works Department (Buildings) in Balaghat, in another disproportionate assets case. On September 3, simultaneous searches were conducted at Singares premises in Balaghat, Chhindwara and Bhopal. Around Rs 2.5 lakh in cash, a Scorpio vehicle and documents were reportedly recovered from his Balaghat residence. The agency also examined properties, bank accounts and lockers linked to him in Chhindwara. The investigation had indicated that Singare possessed assets worth more than Rs 11 crore, allegedly 378 per cent higher than his known sources of income.

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'Launch missile, I will stand alone': Owaisi dares BJP MLA Rameshwar Sharma over Qazi Camp remark

AIMIM chief and MP Asaduddin Owaisi, who visited Bhopal to address a public meeting opposing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), gave an open challenge to BJP MLA Rameshwar Sharma over his reported remarks about launching...

If You Have Guts, Launch Missile At Qazi Camp: Owaisi Dares BJP MLA Rameshwar Sharma

Invoking the historical legacy of the region and the contribution of Muslim revolutionaries in the Indian independence movement, the AIMIM president dismissed the BJP leader as a lightweight and listed prominent historical figures associated with Bhopal's freedom struggle.

Babil Khan says Golf helps him handle the pressure of carrying a legacy

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 16 (IANS) Actor Babil Khan, who is the son of late legendary star Irrfan Khan, was seen taking some time out to enjoy the game of golf in the scenic valley of Pahalgam and said that the sport helps him handle the pressure of carrying a legacy. Talking about what drew him to the sport, Babil, who is shooting for a project in Pahalgam, said: When life came to a point where immense pressure was needed to refine me to the next stage of my evolution, I started looking for tools to help that progress. I found golf in that search. The disposition needed to play golf is also, at a grander stage, needed to handle the pressure of taking upon a legacy so big and being an actor in the lineage I come from, he added. Babil named the three essentials needed to play golf. The actor wrote: The three essentials needed to play golf are practice, focus and surrender, which help me understand and navigate my own refinement. The actor further shared that golf has become something he looks forward to in between his professional commitments. What began as a newfound interest appears to have evolved into a meaningful pursuit. Speaking of Babil, the 27-year-old started as a camera assistant on the Bollywood film Qarib Qarib Single. In 2022, he made his acting debut with Anvita Dutt's psychological drama Qala alongside Triptii Dimri. In 2023, he was seen playing Juhi Chawla's son Siddharth Menon in Friday Night Plan. He was then seen in the web series The Railway Men, a story on the Bhopal Gas Tragedy, alongside Divyendu Sharma, Kay Kay Menon, and R. Madhavan. In May 2025, the Friday Night Plan actor had deleted his Instagram profile after he shared a video (later deleted) in which he appeared visibly upset and in tears.