MP Cop Killing: Absconding Accused Dies
An absconding accused, Mohin Jaiswal, involved in the November 2 killing of a police station in-charge in Madhya Pradesh during an anti-liquor smuggling operation, has died of a suspected brain stroke in Gujarat. The police officer, Dilip Puri, was run over by a truck carrying illicit liquor. Mohin Jaiswal reportedly had a 30% stake in the illicit liquor business, and five other accused have been arrested.
MP's Anuj Shrivatri Becomes India's 100th Grandmaster
Madhya Pradesh's International Master Anuj Shrivatri became India's 100th Grandmaster after winning the 7th ASEAN Plus Individual Open Chess Championship in the Philippines on Sunday.
Anuj Shrivatri Becomes India's 100th Chess Grandmaster, Madhya Pradesh's First
International Master Anuj Shrivatri of Madhya Pradesh won the 7th ASEAN Plus Individual Open Chess Championship to become India's 100th Grandmaster and the first from his state to achieve the title.
Anuj Shrivatri: India's Newest Chess Grandmaster
International Master Anuj Shrivatri from Madhya Pradesh has become India's 100th Grandmaster in chess after winning the 7th ASEAN Plus Individual Open Chess Championship in Sinacaban, Philippines, on Sunday. The 22-year-old achieved this milestone by scoring seven out of eight points.
India gets its 100th Grandmaster! Anuj Shrivatri becomes first GM from MP
Anuj Shrivatri made history by becoming India's 100th chess Grandmaster and the first from Madhya Pradesh after winning the 7th ASEAN Plus Individual Open Chess Championship on Diwali. The 2004-born player recovered from an opening defeat to finish with seven points. His achievement marks a major milestone for Indian chess, 38 years after Viswanathan Anand became the country's first Grandmaster.
MP Man Kills Brother Over Mother's Care
A 32-year-old man in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, was arrested for allegedly killing his elder brother during an argument about caring for their ailing mother. The accused bludgeoned his brother with a stick, buried the body in a pit behind their house, and threatened family children to keep silent. Police exhumed the body after relatives reported suspicions, leading to the arrest.
Manisankar Murasingh To Lead Tripura In First Four Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Matches
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Seam-bowling all-rounder Manisankar Murasingh will captain Tripura in the opening four matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026/27, with pacer Abhijit Sarkar named as the vice-captain in a jumbo 21-member squad. The Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) announced the team in a press release signed by its honorary secretary Subrata Dey and posted on their website on Sunday. Placed in Elite Group C, Tripura will play all seven of their league fixtures between New Chandigarh and Mohali. They will open their campaign against Andhra in New Chandigarh on November 14 before facing Puducherry in Mohali two days later. The side will return to New Chandigarh for a day-night clash against Madhya Pradesh on November 18, and wrap up the first leg of the group stage against Kerala in Mohali on November 20. The selectors have picked senior India batter Mandeep Singh, who is back with the team as the guest player this season. In the batters group, where nine members are present, Lakshay Thareja, who previously played for Delhi in domestic cricket, has been included. Apart from Murasingh, Bikram Debnath and Saurabh Das are the other all-rounders. The pace bowling attack will be spearheaded by vice-captain Sarkar, with Saruk Hossain and Danveer Singh providing support, while Viki Saha, Sandip Sarkar, Parvez Sultan and Chiranjit Paul form the spin bowling department. Sentu Sarkar and Arka Prabha Sinha are the two wicketkeepers in the squad, while the TCA has also named eight stand-by players. After the first four games, Tripura are scheduled to take on Himachal Pradesh in Mohali on November 22, Maharashtra at New Chandigarh on November 24, and Assam in a day-night fixture at the same venue on November 26. Tripura arrive after pulling off a stunning 133-run victory over former Ranji Trophy champions Saurashtra in their final game of the first phase of the competition, with Sandip and Abhijit taking seven wickets between themselves. Tripura squad: Bikram Kumar Das, Sridam Paul, Subham Sutradhar, Arindam Barman, Mandeep Singh, Anandh Bhowmik, Tanmoy Das, Saptajit Das, Lakshay Thareja, Manisankar Murasingh (captain), Bikram Debnath, Saurabh Das, Abhijit Sarkar (vice-captain), Saruk Hossain, Danveer Singh, Sentu Sarkar (wk), Arka Prabha Sinha (wk), Viki Saha, Sandip Sarkar, Parvez Sultan and Chiranjit Paul. Tripura arrive after pulling off a stunning 133-run victory over former Ranji Trophy champions Saurashtra in their final game of the first phase of the competition, with Sandip and Abhijit taking seven wickets between themselves. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Madhya Pradesh AYUSH PG Counselling 2026: Round 1 Process Schedule Out
All India Quota registration runs November 10 to 11; seat allotment results out November 16 with admissions by November 19.
Patidar Withdraws From Rising Stars Asia Cup, Rinku Singh Named Vice-captain
The Rising Stars Asia Cup: Rajat Patidar has withdrawn from the India A squad for the upcoming ACC Mens Rising Stars Asia Cup after informing the BCCI that he does not wish to be considered for selection in the 50-over format as the 33-year-old continues to manage his existing injuries. The Mens Selection Committee named Ayush Badoni as Patidars replacement in the 15-member squad, while Rinku Singh was appointed vice-captain of the side led by T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma. Patidar, initially named vice-captain, informed the BCCI of his decision, after which the board announced the squad changes on Sunday. The development comes as Patidar prepares to lead Madhya Pradesh in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scheduled to begin on November 14. Madhya Pradesh have been placed in Elite Group C and will play their first four matches in New Chandigarh before moving to Mohali for their remaining fixtures. Patidar is likely to feature in the domestic T20 competition. The Rising Stars Asia Cup will be held in Doha, Qatar, from November 19 to 29. India A have been placed in Group B alongside Pakistan A, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). India A will begin their campaign against Nepal on November 20 at the West End Park International Stadium before facing Pakistan A at the same venue on November 22. They will conclude their group-stage fixtures against the UAE at the University of Doha for Science and Technology on November 24. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, scheduled for November 26 and 27, with the final on November 29. India A will begin their campaign against Nepal on November 20 at the West End Park International Stadium before facing Pakistan A at the same venue on November 22. They will conclude their group-stage fixtures against the UAE at the University of Doha for Science and Technology on November 24. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
SC orders MP assembly speaker Tomar to hear disqualification case against MLA Nirmala Sapre
The Supreme Court has directed the Madhya Pradesh assembly speaker to resolve a disqualification petition against MLA Nirmala Sapre. Sapre won her seat on a Congress ticket but announced her intention to join BJP during the campaign. This announcement raised questions about her allegiance, prompting a legal challenge from Congress leader Umang Singhar. The speaker's decision is required within two months to uphold the principles of the anti-defection law.
Govt to develop Vanvasi Ram Lok, Ram Raja Lok: MP CM
Digital Desk | Chitrakoot, Nov 7 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh government will develop a grand Vanvasi Ram Lok in Chitrakoot and a Ram Raja Lok in Orchha on the lines of the Mahakal Lok in Ujjain to promote the state's rich religious and cultural heritage, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Saturday. Yadav announced during his visit to Chitrakoot in Satna district on the occasion of Diwali, where he offered prayers at the Kamta Nath temple and performed 'deepdaan' (offering of earthen lamps) on the banks of the sacred Mandakini River. Emphasising India's tradition of developing religious destinations as centres of pilgrimage, the chief minister said the approach towards such places was different from that of countries which develop destinations primarily for tourism. While several countries develop different destinations from the tourism perspective, India focuses on the comprehensive development of places of religious significance for pilgrimage. This is a distinctive feature of Indian culture, where visiting such places purifies one's thoughts and emotions, he said. He said the development of Chitrakoot was being undertaken with the same vision, highlighting its deep association with the life of Lord Ram. Lord Ram spent more than 11 years of his exile in Chitrakoot. It is his sacred land of penance, Yadav said. He said Madhya Pradesh had a special place in India's spiritual and historical heritage, as Lord Krishna acquired knowledge in Ujjain and Jagadguru Shankaracharya met his guru and attained knowledge at Omkareshwar. Earlier, Yadav laid the foundation stone for an 81.17-crore four-lane road project connecting Chitrakoot Dham with Gupt Godavari, saying it would facilitate the movement of pilgrims and tourists visiting the religious destination. He offered prayers at the Kamta Nath temple, distributed sweets among devotees and extended Diwali greetings. He also interacted with children selling earthen lamps along the roadside and purchased lamps from them. Yadav inspected a pontoon bridge constructed in the fair area for the convenience of devotees and reviewed arrangements at a health camp set up to provide emergency medical assistance to pilgrims. In an informal interaction with residents and devotees, the chief minister also stopped at a roadside tea stall, where he enjoyed tea served in an earthen cup and prepared tea himself. Minister of State for Urban Development and Housing Pratima Bagri, MP Ganesh Singh, Chitrakoot MLA Surendra Singh Gaharwar and senior administrative and police officials were among those present.
Rajat Patidar Named Madhya Pradesh Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Rajat Patidar has been named as Madhya Pradesh's in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, starting on November 14.
MP: Kamal Nath targets BJP govt over recurring problems in fertiliser distribution
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 7 (IANS) Senior Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath on Saturday targeted the BJP government over recurring problems in fertiliser distribution, alleging that farmers continue to face long queues, server failures and difficulties with the e-token system despite the government's claims of adequate stock. In a statement posted on social media, Nath said farmers were being forced to struggle for fertilisers every year, with long queues outside warehouses, alleged black marketing and the supply of spurious fertilisers adding to their problems. He said the situation had remained unchanged even this year, despite the government's assurance of sufficient fertiliser availability. The BJP government in Madhya Pradesh deserves a gold medal for creating problems. The party has mastered the art of ruining every system, Nath said. He alleged that the e-token arrangement had once again run into technical difficulties due to server outages, poor internet connectivity and delays in receiving one-time passwords (OTPs). Referring to the earlier suspension of the e-token system following farmers' protests, Nath said the government had reintroduced it without adequate technological upgradation. He said farmers were already facing difficulties due to government policies and should not be made to deal with additional technical hurdles to obtain fertilisers. Farmers should not be made to struggle with technical problems. They are already distressed by the government's policies, the Congress leader said in the statement. Nath demanded that the state government ensure smooth and adequate distribution of fertilisers so that the issue did not turn into an annual agricultural crisis. The fertiliser distribution mechanism has remained a contentious issue in Madhya Pradesh, with farmers repeatedly complaining about long waiting periods and difficulties in obtaining supplies during the sowing season. The BJP government has maintained that adequate fertiliser stocks are available in the state.
History-Sheeter Held In Beed With Illegal Firearm
Beed Police's Local Crime Branch arrested Karan Durga Bhatnagar, a 42-year-old history-sheeter from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, on Saturday. He was found in possession of a country-made pistol and two live rounds. Bhatnagar has a criminal record, including an alleged attempt to murder case in 2020 and an Arms Act case in 2021. A new case under the Arms Act has been registered against him.
Madhya Pradesh Takes 30+ Government Websites Offline Over Cyberattack Threat
Websites belonging to several key departments, including the Government Press, Prisons, Revenue, Energy, Industries and Cooperation departments, have been taken offline as a precautionary measure.
Fire guts over 50 slum houses in Jabalpur, several families left homeless
Fire guts over 50 slum houses in Jabalpur, several families left homeless Jabalpur: A massive fire broke out in a slum settlement in the Ghazi Nagar area of Madhya Pradeshs Jabalpur district early Saturday, destroying more than 50 hutments and leaving several families homeless, officials said. No casualties have been reported so far, police said. [] The post Fire guts over 50 slum houses in Jabalpur, several families left homeless appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
60 YC leaders suspended for skipping Rahul's Ramlila rally
Sixty Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress leaders have been suspended for failing to attend a Rahul Gandhi rally in New Delhi on November 1. The decision has caused significant discontent within the state unit, with affected leaders claiming personal emergencies prevented their attendance and alleging the action was unilateral and undemocratic, providing ammunition for the BJP.
Row Over Madhya Pradesh Historic College Hosting RSS Meet
Congress alleges breach of 150-year-old institutional tradition; BJP defends the colleges decision.
Govt launches Semicon 2.0 portal, clears 12 more electronics component projects worth Rs 7,503 crore
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday launched the Semicon 2.0 web application portal under the Semicon India Programme and announced the approval of 12 new applications under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), marking another push to strengthen India's semiconductor and electronics manufacturing capabilities. The launch follows the Union Cabinet's approval of Semicon 2.0 with a fiscal outlay of Rs 1.27 lakh crore under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). The next phase of the programme is focused on six strategic pillars, including chip design, semiconductor equipment and materials, fabrication units, ATMP/OSAT facilities, research and development, and talent development. With the launch of the portal, applications have gone live for Pillars 2, 3 and 4, which focus on machines and materials, new semiconductor fabrication facilities, and further strengthening of the assembly, testing, marking and packaging ecosystem. Highlighting the progress made under the first phase of the programme, the government said 12 semiconductor projects with cumulative investments exceeding Rs 1.64 lakh crore have been approved across six states, with five of them already commencing commercial production as of October 2026. The semiconductor ecosystem has also expanded through startup and academic participation. According to the government, 105 startups have received access to Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, 24 startups have been supported through funding, while 15 startups have secured venture capital investments. In addition, 332 academic institutions have been provided EDA tools under the Chips to Startup (C2S) programme, helping train around 70,000 students. Alongside the Semicon 2.0 launch, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology approved 12 additional projects under ECMS involving projected investments of Rs 7,503 crore. The approved projects are expected to generate production worth Rs 39,045 crore and create 7,127 direct jobs. The latest approvals come after clearance of 106 applications involving investments of Rs 69,548 crore announced earlier under the scheme. The newly approved projects span components, supply chain products and capital goods. They include manufacturing of multilayer printed circuit boards, relays, heat sinks and specialty ceramics, as well as key supply-chain products such as copper foil, anode material, cathode active material, polypropylene film and camera rims. The projects are spread across Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh, expanding the geographical footprint of India's electronics component manufacturing sector. The government said the approvals include first-time support under ECMS for copper foil, cathode active material and specialty ceramics, broadening the range of electronics components and upstream materials being produced domestically. Speaking at the event, Vaishnaw said India's electronics manufacturing industry has moved beyond basic assembly operations and is increasingly building capabilities across modules, components, materials and advanced technologies. He noted that the country is developing strengths in areas such as battery cells, copper foils, copper-clad laminates and advanced printed circuit boards, while government schemes are creating opportunities for MSMEs.
How an IAS Officer, Villagers and 26 Panchayat-Led Projects Helped Revive Singri River
A 4.8-crore initiative unites an IAS officer and villagers to revive Madhya Pradeshs polluted Singri River through 26 projects.
Digital Desk | Ujjain, Nov 6 (IANS) Thousands of devotees visited the historic Gajalakshmi Temple in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain on Dhanteras on Friday, where the idol of Goddess Lakshmi was given a special 501-litre milk abhishek and adorned with a grand decoration featuring currency garlands worth Rs 40 lakh. The temple, believed to house a 2,000-year-old idol of Goddess Lakshmi, witnessed a large influx of devotees who arrived to offer prayers and seek blessings for wealth and prosperity on the auspicious occasion. Speaking to IANS, Temple priest Animesh Sharma said devotees across the country celebrate Dhanteras by worshipping and adorning Goddess Lakshmi. As part of the special decorations this year, the deity was adorned with currency notes worth Rs 40 lakh, apart from the traditional offerings and ornaments. Sharma said devotees were also given prasad consisting of rice grains mixed with turmeric and vermilion. The devotees can preserve the sacred offering at their homes or business establishments as a symbol of blessings and prosperity. Meanwhile, in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur, devotees thronged the ancient Shri Kuber Dham to offer prayers to Lord Kuber, regarded as the deity of wealth and prosperity. A priest at the temple said devotees began arriving as early as 4 a.m. to seek blessings and pray for financial well-being and prosperity. Long queues were seen outside the temple, with devotees visiting in large numbers, performing special pujas with their families and offering prayers before the deity. Mandsaur Collector Divyank Singh also visited the ancient temple, offered prayers and extended greetings to people on the occasion of Dhanteras. The festive spirit was also visible in markets across the country, with Dhanteras traditionally considered an auspicious occasion for purchasing utensils, gold, silver and other household items. In Punjab's Jalandhar, shops selling utensils at the busy Attari Bazaar witnessed a rush of shoppers, with customers visiting the market to make purchases ahead of the Diwali celebrations.
Govt launches 9th round of critical mineral auctions, 20 blocks across 8 states put up for bidding
The Ministry of Mines has launched the ninth tranche of the auction of critical and strategic mineral blocks, putting 20 blocks across eight states on offer, as the government steps up efforts to strengthen domestic mineral availability and encourage private sector participation. The latest auction follows eight previous tranches in which 100 unique critical and strategic mineral blocks were offered, of which 64 were successfully auctioned, recording a success rate of 64 per cent. The Ministry of Mines, in an official statement, said, In the previous eight tranches, 100 unique critical and strategic mineral blocks were offered, of which 64 have been successfully auctioned, a success rate of 64 per cent. The 20 blocks offered in the ninth tranche are spread across Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana and West Bengal. The minerals on offer include graphite, glauconite, vanadium, gallium, titanium, rare earth elements (REE), bauxite, alu...
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Garbage piles up in Bhopal as 15,000 civic workers continue strike
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 6 (IANS) The state capital of Madhya Pradesh is facing a sanitation crisis on Dhanteras, the beginning of Diwali festivities, as around 15,000 Municipal Corporation employees remain on an indefinite strike, leaving garbage piled up on roads, markets and residential colonies. Garbage collection has been disrupted for the second consecutive day on Friday, with overflowing dustbins and waste scattered across several parts of the state capital. The situation has caused inconvenience to residents who had cleaned their houses ahead of Diwali but are unable to dispose of household waste. Residents in several colonies said they had been waiting for municipal garbage collection vehicles for nearly a week. With no vehicles arriving, waste has accumulated outside houses and on roads. In some localities, residents have reportedly started burning the garbage to clear their surroundings. Bhopal generates around 850 tonnes of garbage daily, with the volume increasing to nearly 1,000 tonnes during Diwali. However, the Municipal Corporation has not been able to maintain regular waste collection amid the strike. The agitation, which initially began with sanitation workers, has spread to employees of several other departments, including water supply, fire services, computer operations, electricity, building permissions, gardens and encroachment removal. Around 15,000 of the corporation's nearly 18,000 employees have joined the strike. They include approximately 14,000 daily-wage workers and 1,000 outsourced employees working across 21 zones and 85 wards. On Thursday, protesting employees disconnected the electricity supply to the Municipal Corporation headquarters, Atal Bhavan, and locked its main gate. They have also threatened to completely shut down the corporation's operations. The biggest concern is the possible disruption of the drinking water supply. Employees of the Water Works Department have threatened to stop the supply from Friday. Bhopal has more than 2.30 lakh tap connections, raising concerns over difficulties for residents during the festival. The employees are demanding a minimum monthly honorarium of Rs 25,000, salary revision, regularisation of services, government employee status, abolition of the contractual system and compassionate appointments. Municipal Corporation Chairman Kishan Suryavanshi appealed to the workers to suspend their strike during the festive season. Everyone across the country respects Swachhata Mitras. Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself washed their feet. A proper decision on their demands will also be taken after deliberation, he said. Municipal Commissioner Ram Prakash Ahirwar said discussions between the Additional Chief Secretary of the Urban Administration Department and union representatives had been meaningful. However, the union leaders have refused to call off the strike without a concrete decision and want to speak directly with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. The strike has also affected sanitation services in other urban local bodies across Madhya Pradesh.
Madhya Pradesh cabinet approves 63,296 crore plan for five greenfield corridors
MP is developing a modern road network through the construction of state highways, four-lane, six-lane and eight-lane roads, as well as greenfield expressways: CM Mohan Yadav
MP man brought back from Dubai in air ambulance, admitted to AIIMS Delhi
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 6 (IANS) A Madhya Pradesh man who suffered a cardiac arrest in Dubai and remained in a coma for more than three weeks has been brought back to India in an air ambulance following coordinated efforts by the Centre and the state government. Gyanendra Tiwari, a resident of Anuppur district, was admitted to a hospital in Dubai after suffering a cardiac arrest on October 15. Tiwari's prolonged hospitalisation in a foreign country had left his family worried about his condition and arrangements for bringing him back to India for further treatment. After weeks of uncertainty, Tiwari was flown to India in an air ambulance and admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi, where he is undergoing treatment under the supervision of doctors. A statement issued by the Madhya Pradesh government late Thursday said Chief Minister Mohan Yadav took the initiative to facilitate his return and contacted the Prime Minister's Office for necessary coordination. Necessary coordination was undertaken with the Prime Minister's Office on the initiative of the Chief Minister, the statement said. Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla and Shahdol MP Himadri Singh also made sustained efforts to ensure Tiwari's safe return and better medical treatment, it said. The statement said arrangements for transporting Tiwari from Dubai in an air ambulance were made following coordinated efforts at the government and administrative levels. He was subsequently taken to AIIMS Delhi for treatment. Gyanendra's return has brought relief to the family, which had been waiting anxiously for him to reach India amid concerns over his health and the difficulties involved in transporting a critically ill patient from another country. Tiwari's relative, Devendra Tiwari, said the family had remained worried about his return and thanked everyone who extended assistance in bringing him safely back to India. He expressed gratitude on behalf of the family to the Central and Madhya Pradesh governments, as well as the officials and public representatives who helped facilitate the arrangements.
Madhya Pradesh proposes five greenfield corridors worth Rs 63,296 crore to improve connectivity
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MP plans five greenfield highways worth Rs 63,296 crore
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 5 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh is set to significantly boost its road connectivity with the proposed construction of five new greenfield highways spanning 1,398 kilometres at an estimated cost of 63,296 crore. The four-lane, access-controlled corridors will create entirely new routes with designated entry and exit points, offering faster and more efficient travel across key regions of the state. The proposed corridors include the 258-km BhopalMandsaur highway, the 227-km SagarSatna stretch, the 358-km JabalpurAshapur route, the 320-km BhopalGwalior corridor, and the 235-km KatniSingrauli highway. These projects are expected to provide alternative high-speed links connecting major cities and economic hubs while reducing congestion on existing roads. The projects are currently in the preparatory stage. Consultants are preparing feasibility reports and Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for the BhopalMandsaur, SagarSatna, and JabalpurAshapur corridors, with multiple alignment options under evaluation. The Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation will select the most suitable alignments. Meanwhile, the tender process for appointing DPR consultants for the BhopalGwalior and KatniSingrauli corridors is underway. The Board of Directors has approved the preparation of feasibility reports for all five projects, with DPRs to follow if the projects are found viable. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav reviewed the progress during the 49th meeting of the Board of Directors of the Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation held at Samatva Bhavan on Thursday. He directed officials to accelerate ongoing road construction works and ensure better inter-departmental coordination to expedite the new greenfield projects. In other decisions taken at the meeting, the Highway Fund was renamed Viksit Madhya Pradesh Sankalp Path. The Board also approved 100 per cent equity divestment in the Jaora-Nayagaon four-lane project. New posts comprising two Chief Engineers, three General Managers, and five Deputy General Managers were sanctioned for the Corporation. A proposal to exempt combine harvesters used for agricultural operations from toll charges at the Corporations plazas was cleared. Approvals were also granted for the acquisition of the PAM (Public Asset Management) Building in Arera Hills, the appointment of an independent director, and the transfer of ownership of various road projects to the Corporation. These initiatives reflect the state governments push to strengthen infrastructure and support economic growth through improved connectivity.
MP govt targets 20 lakh rural property registrations by Nov 15
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 5 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh has completed more than 17.09 lakh rural property registrations and set a target of 20 lakh by November 15, with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav scheduled to participate in a special registration campaign in Morena district on Friday. The campaign, being organised on the occasion of Dhanteras, aims to ensure 100 per cent registration of eligible properties in selected villages across the state. Ministers, MPs and MLAs will participate in the exercise to facilitate the registration process and ensure that beneficiaries receive ownership documents. Yadav will attend the programme at Karua village in Morena, along with Assembly Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar, according to a statement from his office late on Thursday. The initiative aims to provide legal ownership rights to rural families by bringing their houses and other properties in village habitation areas into the formal registration system. Under the scheme, properties in rural residential areas are surveyed, and eligible beneficiaries are provided with records of rights and ownership documents. The government expects the formal registration to help families establish legal ownership and access bank loans and other financial facilities. Emphasising the importance of the initiative, Yadav has said that having a house or plot is not enough unless its ownership is supported by valid and permanent documents. Along with owning a plot or house, it is equally important to have valid and permanent revenue documents for the property, he said. The Chief Minister's Office said the special drive would be conducted across the state to achieve 100 per cent registration of eligible properties in the selected villages. The initiative is expected to strengthen rural property records, provide legal security to households and make it easier for families to use their properties as financial assets.
BJP calls Rahul Gandhi 'face of anarchy', cites Congress' fall from 1,182 to 663 MLAs
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 5 (IANS) Stepping up its offensive against the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday accused him of spreading anarchy by questioning the electoral process and claimed that his rise in the Congress has gone hand-in-hand with the party's steady decline. Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh BJP President Hemant Khandelwal and party's national spokesperson Prem Shukla targeted Rahul Gandhi over the Congress' repeated electoral defeats and its allegations of irregularities in the voter lists. Khandelwal said the BJP has launched a campaign across Madhya Pradesh to save democracy and remove anarchy to counter what he described as LoP Gandhi's attempt to create instability in the country. Rahul Gandhi is working to spread anarchy across the country, Khandelwal said. Shukla, who led the attack against Congress with data, said Rahul Gandhi's political journey tells the story of the Congress' fall. Whenever Rahul Gandhi was promoted, the Congress was demoted, Shukla said. He said that when Rahul Gandhi became the Congress General Secretary in 2008, the party had 1,182 MLAs against the BJP's 889. When he (Rahul Gandhi) became the party Vice-President in 2014, the Congress tally fell to 883. When he became the party President in 2017, it further dropped to 807. In 2024, when he became Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, the party was left with 654 MLAs, Shukla claimed. According to the BJP leader, the Congress currently has 663 MLAs against the BJP's 1,819 and has lost around 60 Assembly elections. Challenging LoP Gandhi's vote theft charge, Shukla said the Congress leader has failed to produce evidence of even a single genuine case of wrongful deletion of a voter's name. Rahul Gandhi has not been able to produce even one genuine voter whose name was wrongly deleted from the electoral roll, the BJP leader added. He said the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has been conducted 12 times in the country, including 10 times during Congress rule, and is aimed at removing names of deceased, duplicate and permanently shifted voters. The BJP leaders also attacked the Opposition's November 1 rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, disputing its claim of a massive turnout. Shukla alleged that the rally led to closure of shops in parts of the national capital and caused losses to traders. The Congress has been accusing the Election Commission of irregularities and demanding accountability over the SIR exercise.
Hardeep Puri elected to Rajya Sabha unopposed from Madhya Pradesh
The Union Petroleum Minister was declared elected after the nomination papers of two independent candidates, one of them backed by the Congress, were rejected; the Opposition had criticised his nomination over alleged links with Jeffrey Epstein
Hardeep Singh Puri elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha after two nominations rejected
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Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav congratulates Hardeep Singh Puri on unopposed Rajya Sabha election
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Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav congratulates Hardeep Singh Puri on unopposed election to Rajya Sabha
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday congratulated Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on his unopposed election to the Rajya Sabha from the state, describing his association with Madhya Pradesh as a matter of pride and highlighting his extensive administrative experience. Addressing the development, Yadav said Puri was elected unopposed as the BJP nominee after the nomination papers of two other candidates were rejected, leaving no candidate in the fray against him.
Minister Hardeep Puri Wins Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha Bypoll Unopposed
Madhya Pradesh BJP president Hemant Khandelwal collected Hardeep Puri's certificate of election from the returning officer in the presence of party MLA Rameshwar Sharma.
MP: Dacoit Kalli Gurjar arrested after encounter in Morena, aide held
Digital Desk | Morena, Nov 5 (IANS) Notorious dacoit Kalli Gurjar, carrying a reward of Rs 80,000, was arrested along with his associate after a brief encounter with police in Madhya Pradesh's Morena district on Thursday. He sustained a bullet injury in his leg during the exchange of fire. The encounter took place in a forest area near Lalitapura village under Banmore police station limits after police received information about the movement of Kalli Gurjar and his associates. According to police, a team reached the forest area around 10 a.m., where the gang opened fire at the personnel. Police retaliated in self-defence, injuring Kalli and his associate Ajay Gurjar. Other members of the gang escaped into the forest. Morena Superintendent of Police Dharmaraj Meena said the police team acted on specific information about the presence of the gang in the area. The gang opened fire at the police team, following which the personnel retaliated in self-defence. Kalli and his associate Ajay sustained bullet injuries and were arrested, while the other members managed to escape, Meena said. Both injured men were taken to the district hospital for treatment. Police also seized firearms and ammunition from them. Kalli Gurjar, whose full name is Kiledar Gurjar, is a resident of Chachul village in Morena district. According to police, around 20 criminal cases, including murder, robbery and attempt to murder, are registered against him in Morena, Gwalior and Sheopur districts. The reward on him, initially fixed at Rs 60,000 in different cases, was later increased to Rs 80,000. He was also wanted in connection with criminal activities in neighbouring Rajasthan. Police teams from three districts had been searching for him for several days. He was also active on social media and had repeatedly challenged his rival Karua Gurjar. Police have launched a search operation to trace the other members of the gang. Police said further investigation was underway.
Centre launches 9th tranche of e-auction for critical mineral blocks
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The Union Mines Ministry on Thursday launched the ninth tranche of e-auction for critical and strategic mineral blocks, together with the third tranche of the auction for Grant of Exploration Licence (EL) blocks. The launch was officiated by Union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy, with Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant as Chief Guest. A total of 20 critical and strategic mineral blocks are being put up for auction in the ninth tranche. Five critical mineral blocks are located in Chhattisgarh, while Rajasthan, Telangana, and West Bengal account for three each. Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra each have two blocks, followed by Bihar and Andhra Pradesh with one each. The blocks contain critical minerals such as graphite, vanadium, gallium, titanium, tungsten, and scandium. These are used as critical elements in clean energy technologies, electric mobility, advanced manufacturing, fertilisers, defence, aerospace, electronics, and other strategic industries, thereby strengthening India's mineral security and supporting the country's energy transition, an official statement said. In the previous eight tranches, 100 unique critical and strategic mineral blocks were offered, of which 64 have been successfully auctioned. Alongside the ninth tranche, the Ministry of Mines also launched the third tranche of the auction of exploration licences. Exploration Licences, introduced through Section 10BA of the MMDR Act, enable private investment in the exploration of 29 critical and deep-seated minerals specified in the Seventh Schedule of the Act, opening up exploration to private industry even before mining begins. So far, 11 EL blocks have been successfully auctioned in two tranches. The government has notified the Mineral (Auction) Third Amendment Rules, 2026 on October 16, reducing the minimum number of Technically Qualified Bidders required for the second round from three to two for Part D minerals. The change, built into the tender documents for both tranches, addresses a key reason blocks have gone unsold. Letters of Intent will now be issued automatically through the Unified Mining Portal. These build on earlier reforms, including the Mineral (Auction) Second Amendment Rules, 2025 and Insurance Surety Bonds, aimed at improving ease of doing business and investor confidence. The sale of tender documents for both auction processes commenced on Thursday. The last date for purchase of the tender document is January 1, 2027 (by 5 p.m. IST), and the last date for submission of bids (Technical Bid and Initial Price Offer) is January 7, 2027. Critical Mineral Blocks (Composite Licence and Mining Lease) will be auctioned online through a transparent two-stage ascending forward auction, where the bidder quoting the highest percentage of revenue share wins. Exploration Licence Blocks will be auctioned online through a transparent two-stage descending reverse auction, where the bidder quoting the lowest percentage share of the revenue share of the future lessee wins. Details are available on the MSTC e-auction platform at: https://www.mstcecommerce.com/auctionhome/mlcln/
Congress appoints former MLA Baijnath Kushwaha as MP OBC Dept chief
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 5 (IANS) The Congress has appointed former Sabalgarh MLA Baijnath Kushwaha as the chairman of its Other Backward Classes (OBC) Department in Madhya Pradesh, replacing sitting Satna MLA Siddharth Kushwaha. The organisational change comes as the party seeks to strengthen its outreach among OBC communities ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections, amid renewed political debate over reservation and representation in the state. The party has also appointed Rajendra Mandaloi from Bhopal and Pawan Patel from Satna as vice-chairpersons of the state OBC Department. The appointments were approved by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and announced by party general secretary K.C. Venugopal. In its official communication, the party said the Congress president had approved the appointments of the state chairperson and vice-chairpersons with immediate effect. Baijnath Kushwaha represented the Sabalgarh Assembly constituency in Morena district from 2018 to 2023. He won the seat on a Congress ticket in the 2018 Assembly elections but lost to BJP candidate Sarla Rawat in the 2023 polls. He began his political career through student politics in 1984 and later worked with the Bahujan Samaj Party before joining the Congress in 2014. He has also served as a general secretary of the Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee. The appointments come at a time when OBC reservation has emerged as a major political issue in Madhya Pradesh, where the community constitutes a significant section of the electorate. The Madhya Pradesh High Court recently struck down the 2019 law that increased OBC reservation in government jobs and educational institutions from 14 per cent to 27 per cent. The court restored the existing 14 per cent quota and directed the state to fill 13 per cent of posts kept on hold under the disputed reservation arrangement from the unreserved category within three months. The 27 per cent quota was introduced by the then Congress government led by Kamal Nath in 2019. However, its implementation remained caught in legal proceedings, with the additional 13 per cent reservation kept on hold. Both the Congress and the ruling BJP have sought to position themselves as supporters of OBC rights and social justice, making reservation and political representation important issues in the state's politics.
MP: 25 lakh devotees expected for Bhai Dooj at Datia's Ratangarh Mata temple
Digital Desk | Datia, Nov 5 (IANS) More than 25 lakh devotees are expected to attend the annual Bhai Dooj fair at the Ratangarh Mata temple in Madhya Pradesh's Datia district on November 9 and 10, prompting the administration to step up arrangements for crowd management, parking, traffic and security. Datia Collector Swapnil Wankhede said on Thursday that the fair area had been divided into 23 sectors and parking facilities had been arranged across more than 100 acres to manage the expected gathering. The Ratangarh Mata Mela will be organised on November 9 and 10, after Diwali, on the occasion of Bhai Dooj. More than 25 lakh devotees from various districts are expected to visit the temple to seek the blessings of the Goddess, Wankhede told IANS. He said that facilities such as drinking water, tents and public address systems had been arranged at every parking area. He added that wide and open routes had also been planned to ensure the smooth movement of devotees and prevent inconvenience. The district administration and police are coordinating with different departments to complete arrangements ahead of the two-day religious gathering. Datia Superintendent of Police Mayur Khandelwal said preparations had been underway for several days, with regular meetings involving officials of various departments and senior administrative and police officers. Meetings have been held continuously with all departments, along with the Collector and senior officers, including the Divisional Commissioner and Deputy Inspector General of Police, to review preparations and ensure that all necessary arrangements are completed before the fair, Khandelwal added. He said that another inter-departmental meeting was held on Thursday to assess the progress of the work and identify pending tasks. Officials had been instructed to complete all remaining work by Friday. The Ratangarh Mata temple, situated in a forested area along the Sindh river, about 55 km from Datia, is an important religious centre in the region. Devotees from different parts of Madhya Pradesh and neighbouring states visit the shrine to seek blessings of Goddess Ratangarh Mata and Kunwar Maharaj. The annual fair is organised on Bhai Dooj, the second day after Diwali, and is among the major religious gatherings in the region. Crowd safety remains a major concern during the event. Notably, in October 2013, a stampede at the temple claimed 115 lives, highlighting the importance of effective crowd control, traffic management and emergency arrangements during the annual gathering.
There was a time when Mukesh Tiwari received a monthly pay of only Rs 3,500. In a conversation with Divya Marathi, the actor shared his challenges and the path that ultimately brought him to Bollywood. Hailing from a middle-class family in Madhya Pradesh, he couldn't afford car travel and used a bicycle to get to college. During his time at the National School of Drama, he covered his costs with a monthly allowance of Rs 600, resulting in only Rs 45 remaining at the end of each month.
Bounty Hunter Kalli Gurjar Arrested In Morena After Shootout
Notorious Chambal dacoit Kalli Gurjar, carrying an Rs 80,000 bounty and wanted in around 20 criminal cases, was arrested in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, on Thursday after an encounter where he sustained a leg injury. His associate Ajay Gurjar was also apprehended.
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has been elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh in the by-election to the Upper House, following the rejection of nomination papers of two other candidates. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president, Hemant Khandelwal received Hardeep Puri
MPERC Director Recruitment 2026
Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 2 Director posts. The offline application process will be conducted from 06 August 2026 to 31 December 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit mperc.in.
Madhya Pradesh Murder Accused Welcomed With Bike Rally After Bail
Watch | A man accused of murdering a 16-year-old boy in #MadhyaPradeshs #Satna district allegedly staged a show of strength on the streets shortly after being released on bail after spending around 14 months in jail. The accused, identified as Man Singh alias Betu Singraul, was welcomed with garlands outside the jail before his supporters took out a bike rally.A video showing him sitting on the bonnet of SUV and smoking a cigarette during the procession has gone viral on social media. The rally was reportedly taken out from the jail to Siddharth Colony, with several supporters joining the procession on motorcycles and in vehicles. The incident has raised questions over law and order and whether traffic rules were flouted during the procession.
Congress leader Digvijaya Singh has once again landed in controversy over his remarks on Hindutva, triggering a sharp political reaction from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Singh, during his ongoing journey from Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh to Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, claimed that spreading hatred was Hindutva, while describing Sanatan Dharma as a philosophy that respects all religions and works for the welfare of the entire world. His remarks have sparked a fresh political debate, with the BJP taking strong exception to his comments. The senior Congress leader made the statement while interacting with the media during his visit to Madhya Pradesh's Guna district as part of his 'Satya Sanatan Swabhiman Yatra'.
'Found My Name In Letter On Social Media': Suspended Youth Congress Workers Tell NDTV
The Congress youth wing has suspended dozens of office-bearers across multiple states for failing to attend the INDIA bloc's rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan on November 1. So far, over 80 office-bearers have been suspended and asked to explain themselves, and sources said the number could eventually rise to 500. Around 60 Indian Youth Congress (IYC) office-bearers from Madhya Pradesh, at least 13 from Congress-ruled Himachal Pradesh and around 10 from Haryana have been suspended, and the process is underway in other states, sources said. The IYC had directed all its national, state and district office-bearers to attend the rally and the march before it without exception.
How the Supreme Court shaped due process in death penalty cases
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Eight IPS officers reshuffled at MP Police headquarters
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 5 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Police Headquarters has reshuffled the responsibilities of eight Indian Police Service (IPS) officers posted at the Police Headquarters. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Vineet Kapoor has been relieved of his charge as Personal Security Officer (PSO) to the Director General of Police (DGP) and assigned the dual responsibility of Cyber and Community policing, officials said on Wednesday. DIG Awadhesh Kumar Goswami has been appointed as the new PSO to the DGP and has also been given additional charge of Narcotics. According to the order issued by the Police Headquarters, the changes have come into effect immediately and will remain in force until further orders. Awadhesh Kumar Goswami, a 2009-batch officer, has been shifted from the Welfare and Accounts department to take over as the DGP's PSO. Vineet Kapoor, a 2010-batch officer, will now handle Cyber and Community Policing. Other officers have also been given new assignments. DIG Santosh Singh Gaur (2009 batch) has been transferred from AJAK to the Police Training and Research Institute (PTRI). DIG Tushar Kant Vidyarthi (2009 batch) has moved from PTRI to the special armed force Headquarters. DIG Raghuvansh Kumar Singh (2012 batch), who was earlier posted at the police headquarters, has been assigned the Welfare and Accounts department. At the Assistant Inspector General level, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Sai Krishna Thota (2014 batch) has been appointed AIG Cyber after being shifted from the police headquarters. AIG Puneet Gehlod (2017 batch) has been given the charge of AIG Administration, while AIG Shashank (2019 batch) has been posted as AIG in the Special Branch. All the officers have been directed to assume their new responsibilities with immediate effect. The dual charge given to Awadhesh Kumar Goswami of both the DGP's personal security and the Narcotics wing is expected to ensure closer coordination between security and anti-drug operations. Officers have been instructed to take over their new responsibilities without delay so that ongoing investigations and administrative work remain uninterrupted. The order applies across the listed portfolios until further directions are issued by the department.
Madhya Pradesh CM directs collectors to ensure uninterrupted fertiliser supply to farmers
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 4 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday directed district collectors to ensure adequate and timely availability of fertilisers to farmers, holding them responsible for any difficulty faced by cultivators in obtaining supplies during the ongoing agricultural season. Addressing collectors and superintendents of police (SPs) through a video conference from his official residence in Bhopal, Yadav said the entire administrative machinery must remain on alert to ensure farmers receive fertilisers according to their requirements. Farmers should not face any difficulty in getting fertilisers or other essential supplies. Collectors will be held responsible if any such problem arises, he said, according to a statement issued by his office. The Agriculture Department Secretary informed the meeting that there was no problem with fertiliser supplies in the state. Yadav also directed officials to conduct crop-loss surveys in 12 districts that received normal rainfall this year. He said the surveys should be undertaken after the anawari (crop yield assessment) figures are available, and eligible farmers should be provided relief under government schemes. The Chief Minister also reviewed preparations for Diwali and directed collectors and police chiefs to ensure peaceful celebrations and make adequate security arrangements. He asked officials to prevent the use of banned firecrackers and carbide guns and lamps, which are harmful to human health. Small traders selling fruits, flowers, earthen lamps, cotton wicks and decorative lights in major markets should be exempted from local vending charges during the festival and should not face unnecessary harassment, he said. Yadav directed police and excise officials to take strict action against the manufacture, sale and transportation of illicit liquor. He asked them to identify illegal manufacturing units, physically verify vehicles transporting liquor and regularly collect samples from licensed outlets to check for harmful substances. Reviewing the anti-drug campaign, he called for action against illegal cultivation of cannabis and opium, dismantling drug trafficking networks and intensifying surveillance around schools, colleges, coaching centres, bus stands and railway stations. The Chief Minister announced that Govardhan Puja would be organised across the state on November 9, with a major programme in Bhopal. He asked district administrations to organise cow-worship programmes at gaushalas and publicise government incentives and technical assistance available to cattle rearers.
TG Woman Studying B. Tech in Madhya Pradesh Dies by Suicide
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Bail Denied To Former Judge In Daughter-In-Law's Suicide
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has rejected the bail plea of former district judge Giribala Singh, who is implicated in the alleged suicide of her daughter-in-law, Twisha Sharma. The court cited ongoing investigations, pending forensic reports, and the gravity of the allegations, including abetment to suicide and dowry harassment, as reasons for its decision.
MP Police seize over 11,600 kg cannabis plants worth Rs 30 crore in four districts
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 4 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Police have seized and identified 11,669 kilograms of cannabis plants valued at more than 30.10 crore in Dhar, Khargone, Barwani and Khandwa districts over the past four days. The drive forms part of the states sustained campaign for a drug-free Madhya Pradesh. Police teams used drone surveillance, informant networks and intensive searches to reach remote riverbanks, hills, forests and areas without mobile coverage. In several places, the plants were found hidden among cotton and pigeon pea (tur) crops, police officials said. Dhar district accounted for the largest haul. Under Operation Prahar led by SP Sachin Sharma, police seized or identified 8,577.01 kg of cannabis plants worth over 27.47 crore. The biggest recovery came from the Manawar police station area, where nearly 6,700 kg valued at 25 crore was detected, and four persons were arrested. Smaller seizures were reported from Bag, Dharampuri, Gandhwani, Mandav, Badnawar, Dahi and Kukshi police stations, with several suspects arrested under the NDPS Act, the officials further said. In Khargone, teams working under SP Ravindra Verma seized 2,367.85 kg of cannabis plants worth 1.91 crore across five police station jurisdictions, including remote villages under Helapadava outpost and areas of Maheshwar, Gogawan, Balakwada and Bistan, they said. In Barwani, under Operation Green Strike, police recovered 428.84 kg of cannabis plants (1,753 plants) valued at nearly 42 lakh from Borpadwa and Kajalmata villages. In Khandwa, police seized 295.70 kg of cannabis plants worth 29.57 lakh from two locations under Jawar police station and arrested two persons. Officials said the campaign goes beyond seizures and aims to dismantle networks involved in illegal cultivation, production and trafficking. The Madhya Pradesh Police have urged citizens to report any information about narcotic cultivation or trade in their areas. The police officials said they will further intensify operations in the area to curb the drug menace.
FarMart expands Project EverGrain to Madhya Pradesh
The training covered climate-smart agricultural practices, including climate-resilient crop choices, crop disease management, and balanced nutrient application based on soil test reports
FarMart expands Project EverGrain to Madhya Pradesh
The training covered climate-smart agricultural practices, including climate-resilient crop choices, crop disease management, and balanced nutrient application based on soil test reports
Diwali rush: Central Railway adds special trains between Mumbai and Muzaffarpur
Central Railway will operate four additional Diwali special train trips between Mumbai's CSMT and Muzaffarpur on November 6, 7, 10 and 11. The services will halt at key stations across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
Congress announces new Seva Dal team in MP; appoints 18 district heads
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 4 (IANS) The Congress on Wednesday announced a new state executive committee of its Seva Dal in Madhya Pradesh and appointed 18 district chief organisers as part of efforts to strengthen the party organisation at the grassroots level. The announcement was made by All India Congress Seva Dal president B.V. Srinivas in consultation with AICC secretary and Madhya Pradesh in-charge Pratap Narayan Mishra and state Seva Dal president Avneesh Bhargava, according to a statement issued by the Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee's media department. Bhargava said dedicated and committed workers had been given priority in the formation of the new state executive committee, according to a statement from the Madhya Pradesh media department. He said district chief organisers who had performed well were promoted and accommodated in the state executive committee. Expressing confidence in the new team, Bhargava said the appointments would strengthen the Seva Dal organisation in the state and provide fresh energy to its upcoming organisational activities and campaigns. The organisational reshuffle comes at a time when the Congress is facing questions over coordination and discipline within its Madhya Pradesh unit, following disciplinary action against 60 Youth Congress office-bearers for missing a major Opposition rally in Delhi. On November 3, the Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress suspended 60 office-bearers, including nine district presidents, five vice-presidents, 14 general secretaries and 32 secretaries, for remaining absent from the November 1 'Vote Chori' rally at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi. The action was taken on the directions of the Indian Youth Congress national leadership, which termed their absence from the rally a serious instance of organisational indiscipline. The suspensions were ordered with immediate effect until further directions. The rally was organised by the Congress-led INDIA bloc to protest against alleged irregularities in electoral rolls and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The Congress suspended 60 Youth Congress functionaries in Madhya Pradesh, calling the action part of a wider disciplinary action by the youth wing across several states. According to reports, 215 office-bearers from different state units were suspended for missing the Delhi rally.
Over 80 Youth Congress workers suspended in 3 states, for skipping Ramlila grounds rally
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) Taking stern action over their absence from the INDIA Blocs vote chori rally at Delhis Ramlila grounds, the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) suspended dozens of its workers and office-bearers on Wednesday. A total of 83 workers engaged with the IYC, the youth wing of the Congress party, across three states have been issued notices for violating the partys clear instructions and removed from their posts, terming their absence a serious act of organisational indiscipline. The suspended office-bearers include leaders holding the ranks of Vice-President, general secretary, and secretary within their respective state units of the Youth Congress. The maximum number of suspensions has taken place in Madhya Pradesh, with the partys youth wing taking action against 60 office-bearers while Haryana and Himachal units of the party suspended 10 and 13 members each. Their suspension comes into immediate effect and will continue under further notice, said the outfit. INDIA blocs November 1 rally, 'Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao' at Delhis Ramlila grounds, was the biggest gathering of opposition parties, for mobilising public support and galvanising people against alleged anomalies in the EC-mandated SIR drive. Prior to the mega rally, Congress top brass, including Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi, had also made fervent appeals for maximum participation to put pressure on the government. With several officials of the partys youth wing, from three states, giving the November 1 rally a miss, it is seen as a grave act of indiscipline by the cadre. The suspension notice by the MP Youth Congress reflects the message, as it clearly says that action has been taken to ensure organisational discipline and compliance with directions issued by the national leadership. Notably, the Congress-led INDIA bloc has been organising a series of protest marches and public rallies against the alleged vote chori and arbitrary Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, undertaken by the Election Commission. The Opposition has been gunning for the CEC Gyanesh Kumar, alleging his direct role in irregularities regarding the electoral rolls and manipulation of the election process, at the behest of the BJP government. The EC has been restrained in countering the charges; however, the BJP has gone the whole hog in calling out the Congress and the Oppositions bluff. It maintains that the Opposition is resorting to lies and canards to spread fake propaganda and, in response to the vote chori campaign, launched its own remove anarchy, save democracy rally.
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BJP to take campaign against Congress' 'Vote Chori' charge to district level in MP: CM
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 4 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will take its campaign against the Congress' 'Vote Chori' allegations to district headquarters across Madhya Pradesh after holding marches in major cities, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Wednesday, accusing the Opposition of questioning constitutional institutions for political gains. The Chief Minister made the announcement while addressing a public meeting at Atal Path near Platinum Plaza in Bhopal, before leading the party's 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' (Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy) foot march with Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda and State BJP President Hemant Khandelwal. The Chief Minister said the campaign was aimed at exposing the Congress' record on democracy and countering its allegations against the Election Commission and other constitutional institutions. Targeting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Chief Minister Yadav accused him of using questions over the functioning of constitutional bodies to pursue his political agenda. Those who repeatedly make a mockery of democracy and constitutional institutions are now questioning the Supreme Court and the Election Commission. Rahul Gandhi is trying to advance his politics by taking shelter behind these institutions, but the people will not forgive him, the Chief Minister said. Invoking the Emergency imposed by the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975, CM Yadav accused the Congress of questioning the Judiciary whenever court judgments went against the party. He also alleged that attempts were made to interfere with the Election Commission's functioning during former Chief Election Commissioner T.N. Seshan's tenure. Chief Minister Yadav also referred to former Congress Rajya Sabha member Badrul Islam's appointment as a Supreme Court judge and his judgment in a case involving former Bihar Chief Minister Jagannath Mishra. He said the Congress had governed the country under successive leaders of the Nehru-Gandhi family but was now targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi after failing to return to power. After completing the foot marches in all major cities of the state, similar programmes will be organised at the district level, CM Yadav added. The Bhopal programme was the third such event in Madhya Pradesh after marches in Indore on October 30 and Jabalpur on November 3. Former BJP Chief Nadda, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and State BJP President Hemant Khandelwal led the procession from Atal Path through New Market to Roshanpura. State Ministers, party office-bearers, elected representatives and thousands of BJP workers joined the march, along with traders and representatives of social organisations. The BJP has launched the campaign as a counter to the Congress' 'Vote Chori' allegations, its protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and its objections to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
Nadda targets Rahul Gandhi, Congress over 'Vote Chori' charge, leads BJP march in Bhopal
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 4 (IANS) Union Health Minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader J.P. Nadda on Wednesday accused the Congress of undermining democratic institutions by questioning the Election Commission and Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) after electoral defeats, as he led a party march in Bhopal against the Opposition's 'Vote Chori' allegations. Nadda, accompanied by the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and State BJP President Hemant Khandelwal, led the 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' (Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy) foot march from Atal Path near Platinum Plaza to Roshanpura via New Market. Addressing party workers during the programme, Union Minister Nadda targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, saying the party had no moral right to claim it was defending democracy while questioning the credibility of constitutional institutions. Today, Rahul Gandhi and the Congress are pretending to be protectors of democracy. What right do they have to speak about protecting democracy? During the Emergency, 1.3 lakh people were put in jail without being given an opportunity to defend themselves, he said. Referring to the Emergency imposed by the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975, Nadda added that he was twice taken from his classroom to a police station during that period. He alleged that entire families were arrested and denied their democratic rights. The BJP leader also accused the Congress and the INDIA bloc of attempting to weaken public confidence in constitutional institutions for political gains. He said opposition parties should examine their own shortcomings instead of blaming EVMs and the Election Commission for electoral defeats. In an apparent reference to Rahul Gandhi, Nadda added that political parties needed to win people's hearts to secure electoral victories, citing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's support across the country. The Bhopal march witnessed the participation of thousands of BJP workers, traders, professionals and representatives of social organisations. The programme was the third such march organised by the BJP in Madhya Pradesh as part of its statewide campaign against the Congress. Similar programmes were held in Indore on October 30 and Jabalpur on November 2. The BJP launched the campaign to counter the Congress's 'Vote Chori' allegations and its criticism of the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The Congress has repeatedly questioned the electoral process and alleged irregularities in voter lists, while the BJP has accused the Opposition of casting doubts on democratic institutions without substantiating its claims. The competing campaigns have intensified the political confrontation between the BJP and Congress in Madhya Pradesh, with both parties seeking to shape the debate around electoral transparency and the credibility of constitutional institutions.
MP CM Yadav along with Union Minister Nadda participate in
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, along with Union Minister JP Nadda, participated in the Bharatiya Janata Party
Dainik Bhaskar sparks a meaningful dialogue with its latest Deepawali campaign: #GiftBeforeDiwali
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MP Lokayukta Raid: Manager's Assets Exceed Income
Lokayukta police in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district raided a cooperative society manager's premises on Wednesday, uncovering assets valued at nearly four times his known income. The manager, Sher Singh Thakur, allegedly accumulated properties worth Rs 2.41 crore over 20 years against an estimated salary of Rs 65 lakh.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav held a high-level meeting at his residence on Tuesday evening and decided to launch a statewide crackdown on illegal liquor, drug trafficking and organised crime following the death of a police officer during an operation against illegal liquor in Dewas. During the meeting, CM Yadav directed senior police officials to dismantle the illegal liquor network operating across five districts and take strict action against those involved. He also called for a comprehensive mechanism to tackle drug mafias and organised criminal networks across the state. The Chief Minister instructed officials to prepare an effective action plan in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi
MP Youth Congress suspends 60 office-bearers for skipping Nov 1 rally in Delhi
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 4 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress has suspended 60 of its office-bearers, including nine district presidents, five state vice-presidents and 14 general secretaries, for remaining absent from the Congress's 'Vote Chori' rally at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi on November 1. The disciplinary action was taken on November 3 in compliance with directions from the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) national leadership, which viewed the absence of the office-bearers from the rally as a serious act of organisational indiscipline. According to a notification issued late on Tuesday, all 60 office-bearers have been suspended with immediate effect until further orders. The suspended functionaries include 32 state secretaries, 14 general secretaries, five vice-presidents and nine district presidents. The district presidents facing action belong to Maihar, Agar, Neemuch, Burhanpur, Anuppur, Guna, Barwani, Chhatarpur and Bhind. The order stated that the action was being taken to ensure organisational discipline and compliance with directions issued by the national leadership. The development comes amid the Congress's nationwide campaign against alleged irregularities in electoral processes and voter lists. The party has been raising allegations of 'vote theft' and questioning the functioning of the Election Commission, particularly over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The November 1 rally at Ramlila Maidan was attended by senior Congress leaders, including party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, along with leaders of other Opposition parties. The Opposition used the rally to demand greater accountability from the Election Commission and raise concerns over alleged manipulation of electoral rolls. The Election Commission has maintained that the revision exercise is aimed at ensuring accurate electoral rolls by removing duplicate and ineligible entries. The suspension of the Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress functionaries comes at a time when the Congress is seeking to strengthen its campaign on electoral transparency through nationwide organisational mobilisation. The action has also brought the functioning of the party's state-level organisation and compliance with directions from its national leadership into focus.
Lokayukta raids three premises of cooperative society manager in MP's Dhar
Digital Desk | Indore, Nov 4 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta Police on Wednesday conducted simultaneous searches at three locations linked to a cooperative society manager in Dhar district after a preliminary investigation revealed that he allegedly amassed assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. The searches were carried out at premises linked to Sher Singh Thakur, manager of the Adivasi Jati Seva Cooperative Society, in Sodpur, Nalchha and Mandav areas. According to the Lokayukta, Thakur received around Rs 65 lakh as salary during his nearly 20 years of service, while his assets and expenditure during the period were estimated at Rs 2.41 crore, which is 271.46 per cent more than his known legitimate income. A disproportionate assets case has been registered against him under Sections 13(1)(b) and 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, as amended in 2018. The preliminary investigation found that Thakur purchased a 0.152-hectare plot in Sodpur village, Nalchha, where a two-storey house spread over around 2,400 square feet was constructed. The cost of the plot and construction has been estimated at Rs 97 lakh. He also allegedly purchased a commercial building measuring around 1,350 square feet near the Sodpur T-junction on Mandav Road, valued at approximately Rs 20 lakh. The investigation further revealed that agricultural land was purchased in the name of his wife, Kavita Thakur. This includes 0.645 hectares in Sodpur village for around Rs 8 lakh and 2.526 hectares in Mandav village for approximately Rs 42 lakh. The Lokayukta also identified a JCB machine, a tractor, two cars, a motorcycle and agricultural equipment, collectively estimated to be worth around Rs 53 lakh. Information about another building suspected to be benami property has also emerged, and its ownership is being verified. Three teams are conducting the searches under the supervision of Lokayukta Superintendent of Police Rajesh Sahay. The teams are led by DSP Anand Chauhan and inspectors Ashutosh Mithas, Pratibha Tomar and Sachin Pateria. The operation was launched on the instructions of Lokayukta Director General Yogesh Deshmukh and under the guidance of DIG Manoj Singh. Sahay said the searches and examination of documents were still underway. The final valuation of the properties and assessment of disproportionate assets would be determined after completion of the investigation.
CTI welcomes SC's remark on protests, lists five demands to protect Delhi traders
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI), an apex body representing traders and entrepreneurs in Delhi, on Wednesday welcomed the Supreme Court's observation that 'occupation in the name of protest cannot be perpetual' and put forward five demands to protect traders and businesses from losses caused by protests and demonstrations. CTI Chairman Brijesh Goyal said the remarks by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant had given voice to the concerns of nearly two million traders, five million employees and daily wage workers in Delhi. He said the court had rightly observed that the protest by one group should not deprive others of their rights. Goyal said CTI had consistently maintained over the past month that while everyone had the right to protest, others also had the right to conduct business and earn their livelihoods without disruption. Referring to Solicitor General Tushar Mehta's submission before the Supreme Court that Jantar Mantar remained occupied for 17 days despite permission being granted for only one day, Goyal said the development highlighted the concerns repeatedly raised by the traders' body. He claimed that the indefinite occupation of Jantar Mantar had caused business losses amounting to Rs 3,000 crore in Delhi. He also questioned who would compensate traders for the overall losses, which he claimed had reached Rs 14,000 crore. Welcoming the Supreme Court's observation, CTI put forward five demands before the Delhi Police and the government. First, CTI demanded that Central Delhi be declared a no-protest zone until Bhaiya Dooj on November 11. It further proposed that the 10 days of the Diwali festival be permanently designated as a no-protest period every year. Goyal said no rallies, sit-ins or demonstrations should be permitted at Connaught Place, Jantar Mantar, Ramlila Maidan, India Gate and Delhi Gate during this period. He suggested that alternative locations, including Burari, Alipur, Jasola and Yamuna Khadar, should be designated for organising protests and demonstrations. Second, CTI called for strict enforcement of the 'one day, one protest' rule at Jantar Mantar. Referring to the Supreme Court's observation about the 17-day occupation after permission was granted for just one day, Goyal said such incidents should not be repeated. He demanded that organisations be allowed to hold demonstrations at the venue for only one day at a time and that vacating the premises by 5 p.m. be made mandatory. Third, CTI demanded the enactment of a Delhi Recovery of Damages Act to ensure compensation for business losses and damage to private property caused during protests. Goyal said states such as Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Tripura and Uttarakhand had laws providing for the recovery of damages from those responsible for planning or instigating violence and destruction of property during demonstrations. He said Delhi should also introduce similar legislation to ensure accountability and compensate affected traders. Fourth, the traders' body proposed a dedicated trade-disruption insurance mechanism and a compensation fund for traders and daily-wage earners affected by rallies, demonstrations and traffic restrictions. Goyal said the fund should cover losses suffered by nearly five million daily-wage workers, street vendors, auto-rickshaw drivers, loaders and porters whose livelihoods were affected by the closure of shops and disruption of transport. He suggested a mechanism similar to claims tribunals established to address losses during riots. Fifth, CTI demanded that the Delhi Police obtain a no-objection certificate (NOC) from CTI and the concerned market association before granting permission for any large rally involving more than 10,000 people in Central Delhi. It also called for the traffic management and parking plans for such events to be made public in advance to minimise inconvenience to traders, employees and commuters.
Madhya Pradesh Cop Hit-And-Run Case: Both Accused Injured In Police Encounter
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Driver Who Killed MP Cop Injured In Encounter
A truck driver, Gajendra alias Akku Rawat, who allegedly ran over and killed a station house officer in Madhya Pradesh, was seriously injured in a police encounter on Tuesday night. Rawat was detained in Alirajpur district and attempted to escape custody by snatching a revolver and firing at policemen, leading to retaliatory action.
Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress Suspends Officials for Missing Vote Theft Rally
The Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress has suspended several officials for not attending the Vote Theft Rally in Delhi, citing disciplinary violations. Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress Suspends Officials for Missing Vote Theft Rally
Illegal Pistol Seized, One Arrested In Hingoli
Police in Hingoli, Maharashtra, arrested a man on Tuesday for illegally possessing a country-made pistol and six live rounds. The accused, Vinod Motiram Kharwade, was apprehended in Kalamnuri town, and further investigation revealed he purchased the weapon from a person in Madhya Pradesh.
Madhya Pradeshs Debt Crisis: Congress Leader Critiques State Government
Congress leader Jitu Patwari criticizes Madhya Pradeshs rising debt and interest burden under the BJP government. Madhya Pradeshs Debt Crisis: Congress Leader Critiques State Government
Associated Alcohols moves SC against CCI probe into alleged liquor cartel
The company has challenged a Madhya Pradesh High Court ruling allowing a CCI investigation into alleged bid rigging and market allocation among liquor distilleries in the state
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Accused In MP Cop Murder Injured Fleeing Custody
An accused in the murder of a police officer in Madhya Pradesh's Dewas district was injured while allegedly attempting to escape from police custody. The officer was crushed by a truck carrying illicit liquor. Three individuals have been arrested, and police are searching for the truck driver.
Congress Raises Objections Against Hardeep Puris Rajya Sabha Nomination in Madhya Pradesh
Congress leader Hemant Katare objects to Hardeep Puris nomination for Rajya Sabha, citing legal discrepancies in his affidavit. Congress Raises Objections Against Hardeep Puris Rajya Sabha Nomination in Madhya Pradesh
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NHRC issues notice in alleged trafficking of minor girls to Maharashtra
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'Defaming Punjab won't benefit your politics': AAP hits back at Delhi Minister Sirsa
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday hit back at Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa's allegation that stubbing burning in Punjab was causing pollution in the national capital, saying that the politics of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won't benefit by defaming the state. Earlier on Tuesday, Sirsa alleged that the AAP Punjab government failed to check stubble burning, which is contributing to pollution in Delhi. In a self-made video, AAP's National Media In-charge Anurag Dhanda remarked that the situation of Sirsa is like that of a student who did not study all year and then complains that the child sitting on the bench beside him did not allow him to take the exam. Asking the Delhi government to stop making excuses, he said: The Bharatiya Janata Party government alone is responsible for Delhi's pollution. Why do you keep criticising and defaming Punjab? Dhanda claimed that when the Aam Aadmi Party government came to power in 2022, there were around 80,000 farm-fire incidents in Punjab. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann worked with farmers, explained the issue to them, and with their cooperation brought the number down to fewer than 5,000 last year. This year, with farmers' support, farm-fire incidents in Punjab have become almost negligible, he asserted. The AAP leader claimed that in Uttar Pradesh, farm-fire incidents are increasing by 25 to 30 per cent every year. In areas such as Meerut, Aligarh, Agra, and the entire western UP region, these incidents have risen sharply. Over the past few years, the situation has worsened. It is not the farmers' fault there. The NDA government, led by (Chief Minister) Yogi Adityanath, does not help farmers and does not provide them with resources, he said. He also referred to Madhya Pradesh, claiming farm-fire incidents in the state are increasing by 150 per cent every year. Last year, 52 per cent of all farm-fire incidents in the country occurred in Madhya Pradesh alone, he said while arguing that despite being in power, the BJP government has failed to curb the incidents. Dhanda also questioned the Rekha Gupta government over its efforts to control pollution in Delhi. Can you cite even one example of a step that the BJP government has taken to bring down pollution in Delhi? If you do nothing, how can pollution reduce on its own? he asked. He also questioned Sirsa about why preparations were not made in advance in Delhi despite knowing that the pollution levels rise during this time every year. Last time, you (Delhi government) said pollution would be reduced through cloud seeding and induced rainfall. Even that led to corruption, and money was wasted. Defaming Punjab will not benefit your politics, nor will it help the people of Delhi. If you want to reduce pollution in Delhi, you need to take concrete steps and tell people about those measures, the AAP leader asserted. Moreover, Dhanda claimed that Punjab has clear skies and clean air as compared to Delhi. There is no stubble-burning smoke there at this time, he stated. The AAP leader further said that the responsibility to answer from where smoke is coming to Delhi lies with the BJP government, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Rajasthan High Court declares tax collection on Out-of-State private vehicles illegal
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 3 (IANS) The Rajasthan High Court has declared the Transport Department's action of collecting road tax from private cars and jeeps registered in other states, allegedly on the grounds that they had been operated in Rajasthan for more than 30 days, illegal, in the absence of a specific statutory notification. A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal and Justice Sameer Jain ruled that the Transport Department cannot impose or collect taxes on non-transport vehicles registered in other states without a valid notification issued under the relevant provisions of the law. While disposing of petitions filed by Harpi Core Network India Private Limited and others, the court directed the department to refund the taxes collected from the petitioners within 30 days and immediately release the seized vehicles. Several vehicle owners had approached the Rajasthan High Court challenging the Transport Department's action against their private vehicles, which were registered in states including Haryana, Delhi, Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. The petitioners submitted that lifetime road tax had already been paid in their respective states at the time of registration. However, during routine inspections, flying squads of the Rajasthan Transport Department intercepted several such vehicles and initiated enforcement proceedings. The Rajasthan Transport Department maintained that these vehicles had been operating in Rajasthan for more than 30 days without payment of the prescribed state road tax. It argued that under Rule 28 of the Rajasthan Motor Vehicles Taxation Rules, vehicles remaining in the state beyond 30 days were liable to pay tax under the Rajasthan Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1951. Challenging the department's action, the petitioners argued that their vehicles were already registered in other states and that the applicable lifetime tax had been paid there. They contended that there was no legal basis for demanding a lump-sum tax in Rajasthan merely because the vehicles had been used in the state for more than 30 days. The petitioners also invoked Article 265 of the Constitution, which provides that no tax can be levied or collected except by authority of law. They argued that the Transport Department could not impose a tax merely by relying on administrative interpretations or notifications that did not specifically authorise such a levy. The Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma-led state government defended the department's action, arguing that private vehicles registered outside Rajasthan were being used in the state for periods exceeding 30 days and were, therefore, liable for taxation under the applicable rules. The government also cited a notification issued on July 10, 2024, which prescribed rates for one-time taxation of non-transport vehicles. It argued that the notification covered vehicles already registered in other states as well. Accordingly, the government maintained that the tax demands and seizure of vehicles were legally justified. After hearing both sides, the High Court observed that the July 10, 2024, notification prescribed tax rates for passenger and goods vehicles. However, there was no separate notification under the relevant statutory provision specifically authorising the levy of one-time tax on private non-transport cars registered in other states. The Bench held that merely mentioning vehicles registered in other states in a notification issued under a different provision does not fulfil the statutory requirement for imposing such a tax. The court clarified that when the law requires a specific notification for levying a particular tax, the government cannot collect it by relying on a notification issued under another provision. Consequently, the court held that the one-time tax demand against private cars registered in other states could not be sustained on the basis of the existing notification. The court directed the Transport Department to release the seized vehicles immediately and refund the tax collected from the petitioners within 30 days.
NTPC eyes to add 58 Gw of installed capacity reach 149 Gw by 2032: Chairman
NTPC, the country's largest power generation company, is gearing up to add 58 gigawatt of installed capacity to reach 149 gigawatt by 2032, its Chairman Gurdeep Singh said on Tuesday. The new capacities will be of various sources including renewables, Singh said addressing the KPMG ENRich 2026 event here. Speaking at a session, he also shared NTPC's plans for the nuclear sector. At present, NTPC has an installed power generation capacity of 91 gigawatt (GW), Singh said adding that by 2032, the company would be reaching 149 GW. We have very clear direction...now going fast in nuclear capacity addition. Of the 250 GW capacity targeted for the year 2037, the plan of about 30 GW nuclear, Singh noted. NTPC has finished feasibility studies for proposed nuclear capacities in Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Odisha, and will scout for more locations in other states, as per sources. Speaking further on the domestic power sector, the chairman said it is showing resilience against the ongoing gl
Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Approves Over
The Madhya Pradesh government has greenlit over 23,000 crore for various development projects, enhancing infrastructure and supporting farmers. Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Approves Over 23,000 Crore for Development Projects
MPPSC Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer Exam 2026: Answer Key Released
The Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the provisional answer key for the Assistant District Public Prosecution Officer exam conducted on November 1, 2026. Candidates can download the answer key from the official website and compare their answers. If discrepancies are found, objections can be raised within five days. The final answer key will determine the exam results, expected to be announced by the end of the month or in December. Read on for detailed instructions on accessing the answer key and the objection process.
Digital Arrest Scam: Six Held For Cheating BSNL Retiree
Latur cyber police have arrested six individuals from Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, and Gurugram for allegedly defrauding a 66-year-old retired BSNL employee of Rs 28.51 lakh. The fraudsters used a 'digital arrest' tactic, posing as police, ATS, and ED officials, threatening the victim with false money laundering charges and public humiliation to coerce him into transferring funds.
Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Meeting Scheduled for November 18 in Gandhi Sagar Area
The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet will convene on November 18 in Gandhi Sagar, focusing on local development and farmer issues. Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Meeting Scheduled for November 18 in Gandhi Sagar Area
Cop Killed: MP Police Expand Probe, Hunt Driver In Liquor Smuggling Case
Madhya Pradesh police have expanded their investigation into the killing of SHO Dilip Puri, who was run over by an illicit liquor truck on Monday. Three people, including an alleged kingpin, have been arrested, and teams are searching for the absconding truck driver, Gajendra alias Akku Rawat, in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. The police aim to dismantle the entire illegal liquor smuggling network.
End drug menace by 2029: MP CM Yadav tells new police officers
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Nov 3 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday urged newly commissioned Deputy Superintendents of Police to prioritise real-world problem-solving over social media reels and to eradicate the drug menace in the state by 2029. Addressing the 44th-45th batch of DSPs at their passing-out parade at the Madhya Pradesh Police Academy parade ground in Bhauri, CM Yadav inspected the parade, took the salute and presented shields and certificates to outstanding trainees. Forty-eight officers, including 20 women, completed their training. For the first time, the academy trained DSPs from the radio cadre; 22 of the officers have engineering backgrounds. In this age of social media, we hope our new officers will solve real problems more than make reels, the Chief Minister said. He said Naxalite activities had stalled development in tribal areas, but Madhya Pradesh had eliminated the menace ahead of the stipulated deadline, demonstrating the capabilities of its police force. After overcoming the challenges of dacoits and Naxalism, you must now wipe out the drug problem by 2029, he said. The Chief Minister called on the officers to become messengers of hope for the weaker sections of society and to focus on solutions rather than problems. CM Yadav recalled Madhya Pradeshs success in eliminating dacoit gangs in the Chambal and Rewa regions and in ending Naxalism ahead of schedule under the resolve of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said the same determination must now be applied to the drug challenge. The Chief Minister announced development works worth Rs 12 crore at the academy, including the construction of an auditorium, a power sub-station and a one-kilometre approach road. He also granted out-of-turn promotions to 63 policemen who participated in anti-Naxal operations, praising their courage. CM Yadav noted that the state government has recruited 17,710 personnel in the police department over the past three years against a target of 22,500 posts and has provided promotions that have boosted morale. He directed the DGP to take firm action against the illegal liquor mafia across the state. The Chief Minister congratulated the new officers, saying the 8.5 crore people of Madhya Pradesh were placing their trust in them, and wished them a bright future in public service. Director General of Police (DGP) Kailash Makwana said the rising use of drugs among youth is a major challenge. The state police have launched the Nashe Se Doori Hai Zaroori campaign and, following the call of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the Chief Minister, aim to make Madhya Pradesh drug-free by 2029. Cybercrime is another growing threat; the department has started the Safe Click awareness drive and stressed the need for cyber police stations, help desks, forensics and a dedicated helpline. The DGP urged the new officers to follow standard operating procedures during field operations and give equal importance to their personal safety
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Praises Police for Tackling Dacoity and Naxalism
CM Mohan Yadav commends police efforts in combating dacoity and Naxalism during a passing-out parade for new officers in Bhopal. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Praises Police for Tackling Dacoity and Naxalism
Religious Leader Baba Bageshwar Apologises Over Ram, Krishna Remarks
The 30-year-old religious leader allegedly compared Lord Krishna with Lord Ram, favouring the latter, while delivering a Ram Katha in Karera in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri district.
