Video: Madhya Pradesh Man Fires Gunshots In Air After Buying Mahindra Thar
A Madhya Pradesh man is facing flak for posting a video in which he is firing rifle shots into the air to celebrate his latest purchase -- a Mahindra Thar.
Rajasthan fourth BJP-ruled state to make The Sabarmati Report tax-free
Jaipur, Nov 20: Hindi film The Sabarmati Report, based on the 2002 Godhra train burning incident in Gujarat, has been made tax free in Rajasthan, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Wednesday. Rajasthan follows three other BJP-ruled states Haryana, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh in giving the tax-free status to the Vikrant Massey-starrer film, []
Palakkad couple on overlanding mission to plant one lakh trees in five years
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: If one happens to spot a rugged 4x4 camper somewhere in the remote areas of the country, it must probably be Sangeeth, Kavya and their pet dog Drogo planting the seeds of tomorrows forests. When most people prioritise luxury and leisure, this couple from Palakkad has chosen to overland across India in their modified 4x4 SUV with a mission to plant one lakh trees in five years. Their journey Mission Mother Tree is a project towards sustainability, adventure and making a difference. It started as a simple plan leave a living memory in the form of trees across places they visit. It quickly became a full-scale drive. They left the security of their corporate jobs to pursue a life closer to nature. Sangeeth, who was previously a sales and marketing officer, and Kavya, a professional in dairy technology now pursuing research, packed up their lives, outfitted their vehicle and set off on a path that would take them to some of Indias most remote regions. Their goal is to explore responsibly and give back to the earth. Over the past two years, we have covered 45,000 kilometres across the country. Our travels arent just the thrill of overlanding but driven by a sense of purpose. We have successfully planted over 10,000 native saplings across the remote regions of India, with the help of a growing community of 4,000 volunteers who joined through social media and the acquaintances between travels, Sangeeth told TNIE. Their Instagram page lifeonroads_ is where they document their journey, and it has crossed over 2.4 lakh followers. To keep their journey sustainable and affordable, Sangeeth and Kavya transformed their Force Gurkha SUV into a camper, all for just Rs 20,000. All the work on the camper was completed by their IT friends group. The couple prepare their meals on the road, sharing their experiences with their companion, Drogo, who is as much a part of the adventure as they are. The couple relies on locally sourced seed balls, which they gather with the help of volunteers from the areas they visit. This ensures that the plants are suited to the local soil and climate, increasing the chances of survival. Their saplings span ten varieties of native trees, and they have achieved a 60% survival rate. For Kavya, the journey is about creating something lasting. One lakh trees may seem like a drop in the bucket against climate change, but were doing the best we can to build a community that values life on this planet, Kavya said. Not only do they plant these saplings but also keep track of their growth through an application, Tree Tag. Each sapling they plant is tagged and tracked using GPS coordinates via the app Tree Tag. Like a live report card, volunteers across the country too regularly update the couple on the progress of these plants. We note down the GPS coordinates of each tree we plant and track it through Tree Tag. It is a collective effort that wouldnt have been possible without the support of the people, Sangeeth said. In Kerala alone, they have planted around 300 saplings in Palakkad, 220 in Munnar, and 70 in Ernakulam. And each time they return to their home base, they plant a batch of seed balls nearby to keep a part of their mission close to home. They have travelled to Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. They deviate to remote areas and camp there.Planning this mission often takes more time than the execution, Kavya said.
'The Sabarmati Report' box office collection day 6
'The Sabarmati Report' has crossed the Rs 10 crore mark in six days which is a decent number for a film like this. It has now been declared tax free in Madhya Pradesh, Chhatisgarh and Haryana.
Delhi Air Pollution: Government Implements 50% Work-From-Home Policy
New Delhi: Delhi witnessed yet another dawn with a blanket of toxic air on Wednesday, as the national capital recorded an AQI of 426 in the severe category, which followed the coldest night of the season in the city so far. In view of high air pollution, half of the staff in Delhi government offices will work from home, while private organisations have been urged to follow suit. The police have also imposed a complete ban on storage, manufacture and bursting of all kinds of firecrackers in the city. The combination of falling temperatures and dense smog has worsened the situation, further reducing visibility and exacerbating health concerns. Residents have reported eye irritation, respiratory discomfort, and other health issues. A senior government officer said that essential services such as healthcare, sanitation, public transport, fire services, law enforcement, power supply, water treatment and emergency response operations will continue to work in full capacity to ensure public services remain unaffected. Nearly 80 departments and different agencies in the Delhi government, including the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, employ approximately 1.4 lakh people. In a post on X, Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai said 50 per cent of the staff in government offices will work from home. He also urged private offices, industries and businesses to implement similar measures to help mitigate the city's air pollution crisis. Mr Rai suggested that private entities consider shifting office hours to begin between 10.30 am and 11.00 am to reduce vehicular congestion during peak hours. Adjusting office timings will not only ease traffic pressure but also curb vehicle emissions, he said. The environment minister said that a meeting was held today at the Delhi Secretariat, involving government departments and representatives from industry associations such as CII, ASSOCHAM and FICCI. The purpose was to discuss the implementation of a 50 percent work-from-home policy in government, as well as private offices, he noted. After detailed discussions, it was decided that all Delhi government offices, except those providing essential and emergency services, will adopt a 50 per cent work-from-home policy, the Delhi minister said. Total 18 essential services such as medical care, solid waste management, public cleaning and sanitation, community and public toilets, fire services, power and water supply, etc, notified under the essential and emergency services, will continue to operate at full capacity to avoid any inconvenience to the public, he said. To address vehicular pollution, the government has advised companies with a large workforce to arrange shuttle bus services for employees, similar to the measures the Delhi government has implemented for its own staff. We are continuously working to reduce pollution levels and today's decisions are part of that effort. We hope the situation improves in the coming days, Mr Rai said. The minister also criticised the BJP-led governments in neighbouring states, including Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh, for failing to take adequate measures to control pollution. Delhi is surrounded by BJP-ruled states and their lack of proactive action is affecting us. I urge them to participate in these efforts to combat pollution, just as the Delhi government is doing, Mr Rai said. The city has been under Stage IV restrictions of the Graded Response Action Plan since Monday. These restrictions include a ban on construction and demolition activities, curbs on diesel vehicles, school closures and a prohibition on the entry of diesel-powered medium and heavy goods vehicles into Delhi, except those transporting essential goods. Industrial operations contributing to air pollution have also been restricted.
Elderly Man Defrauded Of Rs 40 Lakh Through 'Digital Arrest' Scam In Indore, 2 Arrested
Two persons have been arrested for allegedly defrauding a 71-year-old man of Rs 40.7 lakh in a case involving a fake digital arrest in Madhya Pradesh's Indore, police said on Wednesday.
The fight between the two communities escalated as the Muslims claimed that the religious site worshipped by Hindus as Navnath Baba's grave was a 'Dargah'.
The BJP's landslide victory in the 2023 Madhya Pradesh elections, largely attributed to the Ladli Behna Yojana, has sparked speculation about the impact of similar women-centric schemes in the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly polls. The Mahayuti government's Ladki Behna Yojana, providing monthly financial aid to eligible women, has influenced voting decisions, prompting competing parties to pledge increased payments.
Video of Naked Men Falsely Shared as 'Dalits Assaulted' Near Ganga River in UP
This video is from Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh and shows the locals thrashing drunken youths.
The Sabarmati Report declared tax-free in Haryana
'The Sabarmati Report' has been declared tax free in Haryana by CM Naib Singh Saini. This has come after the Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna starrer was declared tax free in Madhya Pradesh.
Union govt to provide money to Madhya Pradesh to protect elephants
The state forest department plans to develop control rooms to monitor elephant movement and raise awareness among people about animal-human conflict
The Sabarmati Report: Madhya Pradesh CM To Hold Special Screening, Cabinet Ministers To Attend
Earlier, Prime Minister Modi also praised Vikrant Massey's movie, saying the ruth is coming out.
The Sabarmati Report inches closer to Rs 10 crore mark
Vikrant Massey starrer 'The Sabarmati Report' is performing well at the box office. The film earned an estimated Rs 8.75 crore nett. It has been declared tax-free in Madhya Pradesh. The movie is based on the 2002 Godhra train coach-burning incident. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the film. He said the film brings out the truth.
MP govt to make The Sabarmati Report film tax free
Bhopal, Nov 19: The Madhya Pradesh government on Tuesday decided to declare The Sabarmati Report, a film on the Godhra train burning incident of 2002, as tax free in the state. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav made this announcement and said he will also go to watch the movie. Helmed by Dheeraj Sarna, the film revolves []
Fake clips bigger menace than tigers in Adilabad
UTNOOR (ADILABAD) : Fake videos and photographs of tigers and their killing of cattle, posted on social media, are causing more fear than the tigers themselves in Adilabad district. The fake videos have disrupted the movement of villages in areas where no tigers are present. Mesram Tirupati of Narnoor said viral videos of tigers of other states circulated on social media panicked people. Forest officials advise farmers not to venture into cotton fields for a few days till the tiger moving in the area leaves the place. With the forest department remaining silent on these videos, many people assume they are genuine. A tiger conservationist of Hyderabad, who did not want to be identified, said it was shocking to see a large number of tiger videos circulating on social media. He said it was falsely claimed that these videos were that of the erstwhile Adilabad district but after check, it was found that those were that of Maharashtra and Bandhavghar tiger reserve of Madhya Pradesh. A video in which a tiger was seen crossing the road went viral on social media and it was falsely claimed that it was at Laltekdi in Utnoor on November 17. The same day, Adilabad DFO Prashanth Bajirao Patil visited a forest area on the outskirts of Jamada mandal in Narnoor mandal to verify the movement of a tiger. The question remained how the same tiger can be seen at two separate places at the same time.Forest officials show the pugmarks only, but not the pictures of the said tigers. Questions are asked as to why the tigers are not recorded on trap cameras when they feed on the cattle. A section of people said those who support tiger conservation and relocation of villages from the core areas circulate those fake videos. Forest staff said a six-year-old tiger named Johnny had entered Boath forests a few days ago through Kinwat from the Thippeshwar tiger teserve. It crossed Mahbub ghats and entered Pembi forests. The same tiger killed oxen, bullocks and cows during its journey to Narnoor mandal.
Gandhinagar: Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav met Gujarat chief minister The Times of India
BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh becomes first state to declare The Sabarmati Report movie tax-free
BHOPAL:The BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh, became on Monday afternoon, the first state in the country, to declare the recently released Hindi movie, The Sabarmati Report tax-free. The significant announcement was made by the central Indian states CM Dr Mohan Yadav in Bhopal. The events of the past have been presented factually in the film. The film is being made tax-free so that more and more people can watch it. I too will watch the movie, which will also be watched by my ministers, MLAs and MPs. I hope this movie brings out the true reality of the black chapter of the past, which has largely been distorted due to vote bank politics, Yadav added. Importantly, the MP CM made the key announcement just a few hours before he flew to Gujarat to hold talks with the states CM and ministers over a host of issues. The announcement was made just a day after PM Narendra Modi (who was the Gujarat CM during the time of the horrific incident and subsequent riots), while referring to The Sabarmati Report movie, had stated on social media, Its good that this truth is coming out. A fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time. Adding to the PMs praise for the movie, Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted on social media, No matter how hard a powerful ecosystem tries, it cannot keep the truth hidden in darkness forever. Released last week, the Vikrant Massey and Raashii Khanna-starrer movie is based on the 2002 Godhra train burning tragedy, in which 59 people, mostly Hindu pilgrims and karsevaks returning from a ceremony in Ayodhya, died in a fire. This is the second movie within eight months to have been declared tax-free by the MP CM Dr Mohan Yadav. Prior to it, in March, the CM had declared Yami Gautam-starrer Article 370 tax-free in the central Indian state. Article 370 focused on the rise of terrorism in Kashmir and the governments fight against it, including the abrogation of Article 370 by the Narendra Modi government on August 5, 2019, ending the special status given toJammu and Kashmir. The government, however, didnt give a similar tax benefit to the Pankaj Tripathi-starrer movie Mai Atal Hoon , which was a biopic on former PM and BJP patriarch Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Importantly Vajpayees Indore-based niece Mala Tiwari had written to PM Narendra Modi in January, to make themovie Mai Atal Hoon tax-freefor infusing the spirit of nationalism among youths. Before it, in May 2023, then CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan had declared the Hindi movie, The Kerala Story tax-free and also watched the movie with the films cast and crew in Bhopal. In June 2022, Chouhan had declared Akshay Kumar-starrer Samrat Prithviraj tax-free, just two months after granting similar benefits to Anupam Kher-starrer, The Kashmir Files . But its not just BJP regimes that have declared movies tax-free in MP, as even the 15-months-old Kamal Nath-led Congress regime, had declared Deepika Padukone-starrer Chhapaak (based on the real-life struggle of an acid attack survivor) and Taapsee Pannu-starrer Thappad (which dealt with issue of domestic violence) tax-free in the state.
Godhra victims still waiting for justice, says Digvijaya Singh
Bhopal: Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh said on Tuesday that the Godhra train burning victims are still waiting for justice. Ask those who were harassed, killed and became orphans in the Godhra incident. The victims are still waiting for justice. They were not rehabilitated so far, Digvijaya Singh said while responding to Chief Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
After Madhya Pradesh, The Sabarmati Report declared tax-free in Chhattisgarh
After Madhya Pradesh, The Sabarmati Report declared tax-free in Chhattisgarh
KOLKATA: Rights activist Irom Sharmila believes that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's direct intervention is essential to resolving the crisis in violence-hit Manipur, warning that the reimposition of the draconian Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in six police station areas in the northeastern state could escalate the unrest further. Sharmila appealed to Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh to take moral responsibility for the unrest and step down, while urging the Centre to hold a referendum to understand the people's aspirations and determine a path to resolve the crisis. In a telephonic interview with PTI, Sharmila, known as the 'Iron Lady of Manipur,' stressed the importance of the Centre respecting the diversity, values, and practices of the northeast's ethnic groups. She emphasised that sensitivity and understanding are vital for restoring peace in the region. The approach of the Centre is not right. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting every state, but he has not gone to Manipur. He is the democratically elected leader of the country. It has been nearly eighteen months since the violence started, yet he has not visited. Only direct intervention by Prime Minister Modi can help resolve the crisis, Sharmila claimed. Alleging that CM N. Biren Singh has failed to restore peace, Sharmila stressed that immediate and decisive action is needed to stop the ongoing ethnic violence, which has claimed over 200 lives and displaced thousands since May last year. The wrong policies of the state government have pushed Manipur into this unprecedented crisis. The chief minister must immediately step down for failing to restore peace since May last year. The BJP must ask him to resign. He has failed the people of Manipur, she said. The Centre first needs to understand the problem and what the people of Manipur want, she said. The Centre must conduct a referendum among the communities to determine how to resolve the crisis. The government needs to understand what the people of Manipur want before taking corrective steps, she said. Forces given free hand, asked to focus on intel-based operations in Manipur The Centre last week reimposed AFSPA in six police station areas of Manipur, including the violence-hit Jiribam, citing the continuous volatile situation due to ongoing ethnic violence. This came on the same day the Manipur Police announced the seizure of a cache of arms and ammunition from the Jiribam and Churachandpur districts. Criticising the Centre's decision to reimpose AFSPA in some areas following the recent spate of violence, the rights activist reiterated her long-standing opposition to the Act, describing it as a colonial-era law that cannot address Manipur's problems. AFSPA can never be a solution. It is a draconian law. It has been in Manipur for so long, yet it hasn't stopped the violence. The Centre must recognise that the northeast is part of India not just in words but in practice. The reimposition of AFSPA would further aggravate the situation, Sharmila, who conducted a 16-year-old fast demanding withdrawal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, said. Reflecting on her activism, she said, AFSPA has brought nothing but suffering to the people of Manipur. It's time we moved beyond such colonial laws to find real solutions. Sharmila questioned the double standards in addressing law and order issues in different parts of the country. Congress chief Kharge writes to President Murmu seeking intervention in Manipur situation Can you impose AFSPA or suspend internet services for months in cities like Mumbai or Delhi or any big states like Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh during a crisis? India is a democratic country, and such measures should not be carried forward from the colonial era. In the name of fighting insurgency, crores of rupees are wasted, which could have been used for the development of the northeast, she stated. The ethnic violence between Meitei and Kuki groups in Manipur, which began in May last year, has resulted in the deaths of nearly 300 people and rendered around 1 lakh people homeless. The fresh incidents of violence were triggered by the brutal rape and murder of a Kuki tribal woman from Jiribam allegedly by Meiti extremists earlier this month. According to an FIR filed by the woman's husband, she was brutally raped and burnt alive by Meiti militants. This was followed by CRPF and police personnel shooting dead 10 people belonging to the same tribe as the woman, claiming them to be militants. Meanwhile, Kuki-Zo organisations claimed they were village volunteers and demanded a thorough investigation into the killings. A day after, six members of a Meitei family from the same villagethree women and three childrenwere reported missing, with officials saying that they were likely abducted by Kuki militants. Protests led by Meitei groups broke out after the reported recovery of six bodies, believed to be of those reported missing. Defying curfew orders, a Meitei group on Monday took to the streets and locked several government offices in Imphal's West district to protest the recent killings in Jiribam even as the Centre decided to rush about 5,000 paramilitary troops to tackle the volatile situation in restive Manipur after Union Home Minister Amit Shah's review meeting in New Delhi. Curfew was imposed for an indefinite period in Imphal East and West, Bishnupur, Thoubal and Kakching districts of Imphal Valley due to developing law and order situation. Sharmila called on both the state and central governments to address the apprehensions and fears of various ethnic groups with love and compassion. The values, principles, and practices of different ethnic groups must be respected. India is known for its diversity, and the Centre must recognise and embrace it in Manipur as well, she said. Sharmila began her hunger strike in 2000 after 10 civilians were allegedly killed by security forces at a bus stop in Malom near Imphal. Her 16-year-long peaceful resistance against AFSPA earned her widespread recognition but did not result in the repeal of the law. She ended her hunger strike in 2016, subsequently married in 2017 after miserably failing to make a mark in the assembly elections, and is now settled in south India with her family, including her twin daughters. 'Completely failed to resolve crisis': NPP withdraws support to Biren Singh-led government in Manipur
'The Sabarmati Report': Vikrant Massey-led film declared tax-free in MP
The Madhya Pradesh government has announced that The Sabarmati Report, a film based on the 2002 Godhra train burning incident, will be tax-free in the state.
Farmer's death in MP sparks fertilizer black marketing allegations
A 36-year-old farmer from Guna, Madhya Pradesh, died shortly after posting a video on social media accusing the government of enabling fertilizer black marketing. In the video, the farmer claims he was unable to purchase fertilizer at the government rate of 1,350 per bag due to fraudulent practices, with fertilizers being sold to him for 3,000. He advocated for fair distribution of fertilizers based on the landholdings of farmers. Opposition leaders and farmer organisations accused the government of negligence, which they argue led to the farmer's death by suicide. Congress leader Arun Yadav alleged that the farmers body was cremated without a postmortem under pressure from the district administration. The incident has intensified political debate over the state's fertilizer distribution system, with calls for urgent reforms.
Madhya Pradesh govt makes 'The Sabarmati Report' tax-free
The BJP-led Madhya Pradesh government has officially declared the film 'The Sabarmati Report' tax-free across the state.
Movie on Godhra train burning incident declared tax-free in Madhya Pradesh
BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh government announced on Tuesday that it will make The Sabarmati Report , a film based on the 2002 Godhra train burning incident, tax-free in the state. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav made this announcement and said he will also go to watch the movie. Directed by Dheeraj Sarna, the film delves into the events surrounding the Godhra train burning, which sparked widespread communal riots in Gujarat. 'The Sabarmati Report' is a very good movie. I will go to watch the movie myself. I also told my ministers, MLAs and MPs to watch this film. We are also going to make it tax free in the state so that maximum people can watch it, Yadav told reporters here. Hindi movie The Sabarmati Report declared tax free in BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh. The state's CM Dr Mohan Yadav made the announcement in Bhopal, few hours before flying to Gujarat. @NewIndianXpress @TheMornStandard @santwana99 @Shahid_Faridi_ pic.twitter.com/lyTQ4ACS11 Anuraag Singh (@anuraag_niebpl) November 19, 2024 Mohan Yadav accused the opposition of engaging in dirty politics over the Godhra incident for vote-bank purposes. He also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was Gujarat's chief minister at the time, for safeguarding the honour of both the state and the nation during the crisis. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, said a fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time, while referring to The Sabarmati Report film. Well said. It is good that this truth is coming out, and that too in a way common people can see it. A fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time. Eventually, the facts will always come out! https://t.co/8XXo5hQe2y Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 17, 2024 Modi made the comments on X, reacting to a user's post praising the movie The Sabarmati Report for ringing out the important truth of one of the most shameful events in our recent history.
Movie on Godhra train burning incident to be made tax-free in Madhya Pradesh
BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh government announced on Tuesday that it will make The Sabarmati Report , a film based on the 2002 Godhra train burning incident, tax-free in the state. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav made this announcement and said he will also go to watch the movie. Directed by Dheeraj Sarna, the film delves into the events surrounding the Godhra train burning, which sparked widespread communal riots in Gujarat. 'The Sabarmati Report' is a very good movie. I will go to watch the movie myself. I also told my ministers, MLAs and MPs to watch this film. We are also going to make it tax free in the state so that maximum people can watch it, Yadav told reporters here. Hindi movie The Sabarmati Report declared tax free in BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh. The state's CM Dr Mohan Yadav made the announcement in Bhopal, few hours before flying to Gujarat. @NewIndianXpress @TheMornStandard @santwana99 @Shahid_Faridi_ pic.twitter.com/lyTQ4ACS11 Anuraag Singh (@anuraag_niebpl) November 19, 2024 Mohan Yadav accused the opposition of engaging in dirty politics over the Godhra incident for vote-bank purposes. He also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was Gujarat's chief minister at the time, for safeguarding the honour of both the state and the nation during the crisis. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, said a fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time, while referring to The Sabarmati Report film. Well said. It is good that this truth is coming out, and that too in a way common people can see it. A fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time. Eventually, the facts will always come out! https://t.co/8XXo5hQe2y Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 17, 2024 Modi made the comments on X, reacting to a user's post praising the movie The Sabarmati Report for ringing out the important truth of one of the most shameful events in our recent history.
Madhya Pradesh govt to make 'The Sabarmati Report' film tax free
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav made this announcement and said he will also go to watch the movie
India's 56th tiger reserve notified in Chhatisgarh
NEW DELHI: Indian government has notified the 56th Tiger Reserve of the country in Chhattisgarh today. Guru Ghasidas - Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve of Chhattisgarh is going to be the 3rd largest in the country. In a statement, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) said the Government of Chhattisgarh, on advice of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), notified the Guru Ghasidas - Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve across Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, Korea, Surajpur and Balrampur districts of Chhattisgarh. It encompasses a total area of 2829.38 sq. km, including a core tiger habitat of 2049.2 sq. km, comprising the Guru Ghasidas National Park and Tamor Pingla Wildlife Sanctuary, with a buffer of 780.15 sq. km. The newly notified tiger reserve is contiguous with the Sanjay Dubri Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh forming a landscape complex of nearly 4500 sq.km. Furthermore, the tiger reserve is connected to the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh to the West and Palamau Tiger Reserve in Jharkhand to the East. The NTCA had accorded final approval for notifying the Guru Ghasidas- Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve in October 2021. The Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav, informed about the new tiger reserve notification on social media platform X. Let the roars get louder! As India continues to touch new milestones in tiger conservation, we have notified Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla in Chhattisgarh as the 56th tiger reserve. Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve is spread over 2,829 sq km. India continues to work pic.twitter.com/5hAqBuUANh Bhupender Yadav (@byadavbjp) November 18, 2024 Let the roars get louder! As India continues to touch new milestones in tiger conservation, we have notified Guru Ghasidas-TamorPingla in Chhattisgarh as the 56th tiger reserve. Guru Ghasidas-TamorPingla Tiger Reserve is spread over 2,829 sq km, write Yadav on X. Yadav congratulated people of Chhattisgarh where humans and animals coexist in harmony. India continues to work towards a green future where humans and animals cohabit in harmony. Congratulations, Chhattisgarh!, Yadav further wrote. After notification, Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve became the third largest tiger reserve in the country after Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve in Andhra Pradesh and Manas Tiger Reserve in Assam. A total of 753 species, including 365 invertebrates and 388 vertebrates, have been documented from Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve by the Zoological Survey of India.
The IMD has predicted dense fog for many states, including Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Rajasthan, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh, on November 19
Karnataka: Naxal leader Vikram Gowda gunned down in encounter
In Karnataka's Udupi district, the Anti-Naxal Force (ANF) killed wanted Naxal leader Vikram Gowda during a late-night operation in the Thingalamakki Peete Bailu forests. Following an encounter with Naxals in Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) Sudhir Saxena convened a meeting to discuss future anti-Naxal strategies.
Karnataka may sue Maharashtra govt over ads on guarantees
BENGALURU: The Congress government in Karnataka is considering filing a legal suit against the Maharashtra government for allegedly publishing misleading advertisements about its (Karnatakas) guarantee schemes, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Monday. The advertisements have come up ahead of the Assembly elections in Maharashtra, which is ruled by the Eknath Shinde-led alliance government, of which BJP is a part of. Siddaramaiah told reporters here after Kanaka Jayanthi celebrations that the Maharashtra government had issued advertisements alleging that the guarantee schemes which are credited for bringing the Congress back to power in Karnataka last year were not implemented, while the Karnataka government is on record stating that it is spending Rs 56,000 crore every year on the five guarantee schemes. One of the advertisements released in Maharashtra criticising Congress guarantee schemes in Karnataka, which Siddaramaiah has objected to, states, Vaada kiya, Dhoka diya (Made promises, but betrayed). The CM said these advertisements issued by the Maharashtra government were misleading and full of lies, and alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, too, had lied about them. All this, they are doing for votes, he said, adding that the Karnataka government was now considering filing a lawsuit against the Maharashtra government. We are checking the possibilities of moving the court, for which we are legally reviewing it, he said. HDK has no moral right to speak on guarantees: CM During his recent visit to Maharashtra, Modi alleged that the Congress government in Karnataka was looting people and that the money was allegedly being used for campaigning for its party candidates in that state. Siddaramaiah reiterated that they will not cancel the Below Poverty Line (BPL) cards of eligible beneficiaries . We will cancel only the cards of ineligible beneficiaries, he said. It was me who initiated free rice. In 2017, rice, which was given for one rupee per kilo, was given free. BJP has not done this anywhere in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh or Bihar, he said. Slamming the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leaders, the CM said Union Minister and former Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy had no moral right to speak about the guarantee schemes. When he was CM, had he implemented the guarantee schemes, then he could speak, he said. He said Karnataka pays Rs 4.5 lakh crore tax to the Centre, but in return, the state gets only Rs 59,000 crore. Why cant the NDA leaders (from Karnataka) speak and get our share? he said.
Anti-Maoist Hawk Force jawan critically injured in Maoist encounter in MP's Balaghat jungles
BHOPAL: Continued anti-Maoists operations of Madhya Pradesh police in Maoists-infested jungles of Balaghat district suffered a jolt on Sunday, after a frontline jawan of the state polices Hawk Force, was critically wounded in exchange of fire with the outlaws. The anti-Maoist special Hawk Forces special operations group (SOG) jawan identified as Shiv Kumar Sharma (a native of Morena district) was hit by a bullet fired by the outlaws in the Kundal jungles under Songuda police outpost in Balaghat district on Sunday afternoon. The incident happened when the Hawk Force teams were on aggressive combing operations in the jungles leading to an exchange of fire with the outlaws. With the outlaws being on a higher and better vantage point, they were in a better firing position, which saw the bullet fired by them piercing into the head of the Hawk Force jawan. Sharma was rushed by road to a hospital in the adjoining Gondia district of Maharashtra, where he is currently stable at the ICU. The entire top brass of the MP police, include the DGP Sudhir Saxena, the ADG-Intelligence Yogesh Deshmukh and IG- law and order and anti-naxal operations Anshuman Singh flew from Bhopal to Balaghat on directions by the MP CM Dr Mohan Yadav on Monday. The senior police officers from the state police HQ visited the hospital in Maharashtras Gondia district and took stock of the critically injured jawans condition and treatment. The MP CM Dr Mohan Yadav also talked to the doctors at the hospital over phone and gathered information about the injured jawan and asked them to render the best treatment. The MP polices top brass also held a detailed meeting with the entire security mechanism engaged in the anti-Maoist operations. Importantly, three districts of eastern MP, including Balaghat, Mandla and Dindori are categorised as Maoist-affected districts of MP, where multiple Dalams (self-sustained units of the left-wing extremists) are operating with the bigger objective of spreading up to Amarkantak plateau in Anuppur district, which will render them a central position to connect between MP, Chhattisgarh and other states. This is the first time that the anti-Maoist Hawk Force (which was formed in 2001) has suffered a jolt in the form of a serious injury to one of its ranks in MP. The MP police which have gunned down 20 wanted Maoists cadres in the last five years and arrested six big Maoist cadres carrying Rs 1.52 crores collective bounty, has reportedly sought two more CAPF battalions from the central government for better operationalization of its anti-Maoist operations.
MP govt transfers 10 IPS officers
MP govt transfers 10 IPS officers Bhopal: The Madhya Pradesh government transferred 10 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers on Monday. Additional Police Commissioner, Bhopal, Meenakshi Sharma (1995 batch IPS) has been appointed as Additional Police Commissioner of Community Policing and RTI department of police headquarters. 2004 batch IPS officer Irshad Wali, [] The post MP govt transfers 10 IPS officers appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Mushtaq Ali T20: Shami To Spearhead Bengal Bowling Attack, Gharami Named Captain
Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Championship: After his outstanding return to competitive cricket during the last round of Ranji Trophy matches, star India pacer Mohammed Shami will now spearhead Bengals bowling attack in the forthcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy. Young batter Sudip Kr Gharami has been named Bengal's captain for the tournament, the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) announced on Monday. This means, there are very few chances of Shami dashing off to Australia to be part Indian squad at least for the first couple of matches. Shami had made a memorable return to cricket after an ankle injury and subsequent surgery following the 2023 ODI World Cup, claiming seven wickets to power Bengal to a first-innings lead against Madhya Pradesh at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. Shami played a crucial role in helping India reach the final of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup in India. After struggling to assert himself in the first innings on his return, the 34-year-old seamer, playing his first Ranji Trophy match since 2018, showed his class and experience, finishing as Bengals standout bowler with figures of 19-4-54-4 in the second essay. Shami, who bagged seven wickets in the just-concluded Ranji Trophy match against Madhya Pradesh, will be a huge boost to Bengals chances in the T20 tournament, the CAB said in its social media post. Meanwhile, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has no immediate plans to send Mohammed Shami to Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting on November 22 in Perth, followed by matches in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney till January 7, 2025. Shami would have proved a big asset for the Indian bowling attack in Australia, which will be led by Jasprit Bumrah. Shami played a pivotal role in Indias first-ever Test series win in Australia in 2018/19, where he picked 16 wickets in four matches at an average of 26.18. In the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20, Bengal are in Group A and will begin their campaign against Punjab in Rajkot on Saturday. Other teams in the group include Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram, Hyderabad, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Meghalaya. Shami played a pivotal role in Indias first-ever Test series win in Australia in 2018/19, where he picked 16 wickets in four matches at an average of 26.18. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
Need Centre's action on pollution, not politics: CM Atishi as Delhi gasps
As the air in Delhi turned toxic on Monday, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi hit out at the Central government's alleged inaction and uncontrolled stubble burning in Madhya Pradesh and other neighbouring states of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana for pushing the entire North India, including the national Capital, into a state of medical emergency.
Muslim Traders Claim They Were Evicted From Madhya Pradesh Fair
A fair which was meant to encourage self-employment and promote local products has sparked a massive controversy in Madhya Pradesh instead.
IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Appoint Omkar Salvi As Their New Bowling Coach
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Just six days before the mega auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 in Jeddah, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Monday announced the appointment of Omkar Salvi as their new bowling coach. Salvi currently coaches Mumbai in domestic cricket and was previously with Kolkata Knight Riders set up as an assistant bowling coach during their IPL 2024 triumph. He is the second Indian coach RCB have brought into their backroom staff this year after Dinesh Karthik, their former player, was roped in as batting coach-cum-mentor for the 2025 season. RCB added that Salvi will join the team once his coaching commitments with Mumbai end in domestic cricket in March 2025. Were thrilled to welcome Omkar Salvi as RCBs Bowling Coach. With his vast experience, especially in developing fast bowlers, and proven success at the domestic and IPL levels, hes the perfect fit for our coaching team. Omkars technical expertise, local knowledge, and leadership will add huge value to our squad and environment, said Mo Bobat, RCBs director of cricket, in a statement. Salvi, who is known to keep a low profile, is the brother of former India fast-bowler Aavishkar Salvi, who is currently the bowling coach of the India womens team. He took over as Mumbai coach for the first time last year, and the side won the Ranji Trophy, its 42nd title, at their home venue Wankhede Stadium. It was followed by Mumbai winning the Irani Cup in October this year after 27 years, by getting the better of the Rest of India at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Salvi played only one List A game for Railways against Madhya Pradesh in 2005 but has found immense success in coaching roles, something which RCB will be keen to have in their quest for winning an IPL title, which has eluded them so far. Salvi, who is known to keep a low profile, is the brother of former India fast-bowler Aavishkar Salvi, who is currently the bowling coach of the India womens team. He took over as Mumbai coach for the first time last year, and the side won the Ranji Trophy, its 42nd title, at their home venue Wankhede Stadium. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
Criminal In Madhya Pradesh Snatches Pistol, Opens Fire On Police To Flee
A criminal was injured in an encounter after he snatched a policeman's revolver in an attempt to escape custody in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district, police said on Monday.
Criminal opens fire at police to escape custody in MP's Chhatarpur; sustains bullet injury
Bullets (Photo: Pixabay) Bullets (Photo: Pixabay) Chhatarpur (MP): A criminal was injured in an encounter after he snatched a policeman's revolver in an attempt to escape custody in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district, police said on Monday. The encounter took place in the Matguvan police station area late on Sunday night, an official said. Chhatarpur's Superintendent of Police (SP) Agam Jain said the police had arrested Ravindra Singh Parihar, carrying a reward of Rs 30,000, from Pithampur in Dhar district and were bringing to Chhatarpur. He said the police vehicle was stopped for a break between Matguvan and Chhatarpur, and while alighting, the accused snatched the pistol of a policeman and opened fire in an attempt to flee. The police team fired retaliatory shots, and Parihar sustained a gunshot wound to his leg and is undergoing treatment at the district hospital, he said. The SP said Parihar has 12 cases to his name, including extortion and murder. Last week, Parihar had opened fire at a police team when they tried to arrest him in Deri village of the district, he said.
Nagpur link: Firing case at Pench Turia gambling den, FIR filed after a month
Nagpur: A gambling den operating at Junglewood Resort in Turia, in Pench forest area near Madhya Pradesh border, became the scene of a violent altercation when disputes erupted with sand mafias. Some criminals from Nagpur allegedly opened fire during the incident, causing chaos. The accused identified as Gulab Khaira (Koradi), Sharad Rai (Patansawangi), Chandrashekhar [] The post Nagpur link: Firing case at Pench Turia gambling den, FIR filed after a month appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
UltraTech Cement to expand its electric truck fleet to 100
The company said it has signed a new transport service contract for the deployment of these trucks for the transportation of 75,000 MT (Million Tonne) of clinker per month from its integrated cement manufacturing unit at Dhar in Madhya Pradesh, to its grinding unit at Dhule in Maharashtra.
North India facing medical emergency due to stubble burning, says Delhi CM Atishi
NEW DELHI: Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Monday said north India is facing a medical emergency due to hazardous air quality caused by stubble burning. Addressing a press conference here, the chief minister said the BJP-led central government has been doing politics over the issue of pollution but has taken no step to check stubble burning in states like Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh -- all ruled by the saffron party. Lauding the AAP-ruled Punjab, she said it is the only state where the cases of stubble burning have come down significantly. Do not relax anti-pollution GRAP-4 curbs without court's nod: SC Atishi said due to Delhi's worsening air quality, the elderly are being hospitalised and children need inhalers and steroids to breathe. Delhi's air quality worsened to the 'severe plus' category on Monday with the city recording an AQI of 484. Tighter pollution control measures, including a ban on truck entry and suspension of construction at public projects, came into force on Monday morning.
Max temperature will rise to 1.5 degree celsius by 2047: Report
BENGALURU: The average annual maximum temperature will increase by 1.5 degrees Celsius by 2047, under the Middle of the Road emission scenario (where society is assumed to take moderate steps to cut emissions). The more extreme Fossil Fuel Development (society relying heavily on fossil fuels for energy) emission scenario predicts that the temperature will rise a decade earlier, by 2057, reveals the Climate Change Projections for India (2021-2040) report of Azim Premji University, released on Sunday. States like Karnataka, Gujarat, parts of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, including parts of Ladakh, will experience an increase in precipitation by 20 to 60 per cent, according to the report. The new climate data offers critical insights into how climate change will impact the country over the next two decades, revealing key information about Indias climate, detailing how extreme weather events -- like heat waves, droughts, and intense rainfall -- could affect communities, agriculture and natural resources. Changes in precipitation to impact agriculture The western part of India will experience a significant increase in precipitation, compared to most of the eastern and northeastern parts, said Prof. Santonu Goswami, Centre for Climate Change and Sustainability, Azim Premji University. Changes in precipitation patterns can have a significant impact on Indian agriculture, in which half of the population is employed, the report said. The projections examine two Intergovernmental Panel of Climate Change (IPCC) scenarios-- SSP2-4.5 (moderate emissions and adaptations) and SSP5-8.5 (high emissions with heavy fossil fuel reliance). Under the high emissions scenario, 249 districts in India will experience an annual maximum temperature change of one degree Celsius or more. Sixteen districts, mostly in the Himalayan states, are projected to experience an annual maximum temperature change of 1.5 degree Celsius or more, with the highest being Leh at 1.8 degree Celsius. The winter minimum temperature is projected to change by 1.5 degrees Celsius or more in 162 districts, with the highest of 2.2 degrees Celsius in Anjaw district in Arunachal Pradesh. Twenty-five districts spread across the coastal states and eastern Himalayas will experience more than 31 degrees Celsius summer wet bulb temperature, posing serious threats to human health, the report revealed. The states of Gujarat, Rajasthan and Ladakh are likely to experience severe flooding due to a notable rise in annual precipitation. Additionally, the increased soil erosion from precipitation will decrease soil fertility and agricultural productivity. Increased precipitation in higher altitude states like Ladakh will trigger worrying scenarios of climate-induced disasters like landslides and flooding, that can cause significant loss of traditional mud houses of rural populations, posing a threat to their lives, as per the report.
Raipur Diary | New state industrial policy launched
Chhattisgarh has introduced a new Industrial Development Policy 2024-30, featuring many firsts and innovative-driven proposals aimed at driving economic growth, generating employment and fostering sustainable industrial development. There are specific exemptions earmarked for women entrepreneurs, surrendered Maoists, members of the third gender, Agniveer soldiers and entrepreneurs from SC/ST, offering them pathways to public and private sector employment. The thrust sectors have been divided into incentivise high growth sectors, service sectors, general sectors and core sectors. PHDCCI gets new chairman in the state The PHD Chamber of Commerce & Industries (PHDCCI), which has been working as a catalyst for promotion of Indian industry, trade and entrepreneurship for past 119 years, has appointed corporate leader Pradeep Tandon as the Chairman of its Chhattisgarh State Council. His role will focus on fostering progress, harmony, and integrated development within the region. The industry chamber works at the grassroots level with strong national and international linkages reaching out to over 1.5 lakh large, medium and small industries across multiple sectors to take the Indian economy to the next level. Who will be the next Chief Secretary? There is an increasing speculation that state BJP may follow the trend established by its recent governments in states like Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, where the chief secretary (CS) were appointed from the IAS officers posted with the Centres. In Chhattisgarh, rumours circulating in the power corridors suggest that the next CS might be a senior IAS officer who is on deputation in Delhi. Tenure of the present CS Amitabh Jain of 1989-batch ends on June 2025. It remains to be seen if Amit Agrawal (1993-batch) from Delhi will replace Jain or the two other senior most bureaucrats Renu Pillai (1991-batch) or Subrat Sahu (1992-batch), both posted in the state. Ejaz Kaiser Our correspondent in Chhattisgarh ejaz@newindianexpress.com
4 engineers suspended for shifting Scindia statue in objectionable manner
BHOPAL: Four engineers were suspended over shifting of the statue of former union minister late Madhavrao Scindia in an objectionable manner in Madhya Pradeshs Katni district, officials said. A video of the statue being shifted with the help of an earthmoving machine, with a noose tied around the statues neck, emerged on social media, on Saturday evening. According to National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) officials, construction work of NH 30 Katni-Bypass Road is underway. The statue of Madhavrao Scindia, father of union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, was already installed there and permission was obtained to move it to a new identified place to carry out the work. The Katni bypass of National Highway-30 is being widened as a four-lane road. During the construction of the stretch, the statue of Madhavrao Scindia, already installed at the Chaka bypass, was to be shifted by the administration after identifying another place for it. However, the construction agency removed the statue on Saturday in an objectionable manner with the help of an earthmoving machine, an NHAI official said. The matter was brought to the knowledge of local BJP MP and state party president VD Sharma, who while expressing his strong displeasure over the incident, termed it as an insult to the former union minister. Subsequently strict action was taken by the administration on the instructions of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. Engineers of the construction agency concerned and NHAI were suspended. According to the MP governments official statement, senior engineer of the construction agency, Manoj Verma, engineer Ashish Singh Parihar, authority engineer of National Highway Authority of India, team leader Rajesh Kumar Nema and assistant bridge engineer Deepak Soni were suspended.
Madhya Pradesh: 3 shops gutted in fire in Chitrakoot, no casualties
Chitrakoot : At least three shops were gutted in a fire that broke out in the Chitrakoot area in Madhya Pradesh on Sunday, police said. Rohit Rathore, Sub-Divisional Officer, Chitrakoot Police said that no casualties were reported in the incident and the fire has been brought under control. The fire quickly spread, causing significant damage to the properties, he said. Visuals from the incident showed thick black smoke rising from the blaze. According to the police, the shops were completely gutted down and the extent of damage is yet to be ascertained. Upon receiving a tip about a fire at the site, police promptly sprang into action. They quickly contacted the fire department, and the fire brigade was dispatched to the scene. The fire, which had engulfed three shops, has since been brought under control. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported, and the situation is currently being assessed and addressed, he said. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, and an investigation is underway, he added. Speaking to ANI, a resident in the area acknowledged the Nagar Panchayat fire brigade's prompt response to the fire and said that it helped to stop the fire from spreading to adjoining areas. I was at home when I heard loud blasts. As soon as I stepped outside, I saw the sky was completely red and there were two or three explosions.. when I reached the road, I saw that two or three shops were engulfed in flames, and the fire was spreading rapidly. However, the Nagar Panchayat fire brigade arrived promptly and managed to control the fire, which has now been largely extinguished, he said.
Shunned by mother, tiger cub starves to death in MP reserve
Bhopal : A tiger cub, abandoned by its mother for being weak, died of hunger in the Pench National Park in Madhya Pradesh, officials said on Sunday. The four-month-old cub was found dead in Khedighat under Magor Katha forest range in the Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) by a patrolling party at around 9.45 am on Sunday, deputy director of PTR Rajneesh Singh said. The cub was literally reduced to bones and it appeared to have not taken any food for some days, a forest officer of the reserve said. Carcass of a cow was spotted lying barely around 15 ft from the body of the cub, which indicates that it had hardly the strength to move that far to feed on it, the forest officer, unwilling to be quoted, said. Camera trap footage has clearly shown that the tigress along with her other cub was feeding on the carcass of the cow while the sick cub was lying at a distance. Even the mother tiger did not bother to look at the sick cub, the forest officer said. Prima facie, it appears the tiger cub died of hunger after being abandoned by its mother, he added. The big cats including the female tigers usually abandon their cubs who were found to be weak to look after the stronger siblings. This is the natural trait of the big cats, wildlife expert and veterinary doctor Akhilesh Mishra said. There were no signs of any kind of foul play in the death of the tiger cub, the PTR sources said. The carcass of the tiger cub will be sent to the veterinary research Centre in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh for forensic tests to ascertain the exact cause of its death, the PTR sources said. The PTR has 123 tigers.
Madhya Pradesh Official Gets Show Cause Notice For Laughing During Hearing
A government official received a show cause notice for allegedly laughing in the presence of his senior colleagues during a public hearing in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district.
Two fake call centres busted in Madhya Pradesh in three days, 29 arrested for aiding cyber fraud
BHOPAL:Two fake call centres indulging and aiding cyber frauds have been busted in two separate parts of Madhya Pradesh in the last three days. The first fake call centre was busted in the obscure Shamgarh town of western MPs Mandsaur district on November 14, with the arrest of 22 youngsters, 18 of them being girls. Importantly, the majority of those arrested by the state polices cyber cell from Mandsaur, hail from two villages Kanwla and Dhanpur. The Kanwla village, which is also nicknamed MPs mini Goa owing to its scenic location near the backwaters of the Gandhi Sagar Dam, has emerged as the hub of the fake call centre, as most of those arrested as well as the absconding head of the centre Kushal Kewat, hail from that village only. The fake call centre worked on the basis of a fake diamond research company website and related fake app. The rackets mastermind managed to get the details of demat account holders from across the country, after which the call centre employees (who were paid between Rs 4500 to Rs 5000 monthly besides additional incentives) trapped these account holders promising big returns on their investments in blue chip companies. Those who fell in the fake call centres trap were shown inflated returns on their investments, but when they demanded their investments back, the phone numbers through which they were contacted were switched off forever, DIG of state polices cyber cell Mohd Yusuf Qureshi told this newspaper on Sunday. After busting the fake call centre, the police are now hunting for the absconding head of the fake call centre, Kushal Kewat, whose arrests will further help the investigators, dig deep into the inter-state links of the racket, particularly as Kewat has worked in the past in stock broking/investments facilities in Mandsaur, adjoining Rajasthan and Indore. Though the investigations are right now in the incipient stages, still the probe so far makes us believe that the demat account holders across the country, couldve been duped of crores of rupees, since July, when the fake call centre was functioning, Qureshi said. Two days after the fake call centre was busted in Mandsaur district, cops in Hanumanganj area of the state capital Bhopal, unearthed another fake call centre, being operated by youngsters hailing from Bihars Patna, Jehanabad and Nalanda districts. Seven youngsters, including a 21-year-old woman from Patna (all aged between 18 and 26 years) have so far been arrested. The arrested men and a woman first created fake identification proofs and then used those documents to open bank accounts. These accounts were later used for parking proceeds of cyber fraud by the racket members or else sold to other cyber fraudsters for Rs 10,000 per account. Before running the fake call centre in Bhopal, the alleged fraudsters had indulged in similar frauds from other cities of the country, including Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Lucknow, Indore and Hyderabad.
Balasaheb would be sad to see his son deviate from his ideology for power: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
KATOL: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday attacked Shiv Sena (UBT) Uddhav Thackeray, saying the late Bal Thackeray would be sad to see his son deviate from his ideology for the sake of power. Chouhan was addressing a rally here to seek votes for BJP candidate Charansingh Thakur ahead of the November 20 assembly elections. Thakur is pitted against sitting MLA Anil Deshmukh's son Salil Deshmukh, who is contesting as the NCP (SP) nominee. I pay tributes to (late) Balasaheb. But wherever he is today, he would be extremely sad to see his son deviate from his ideology for the sake of power, said the former Madhya Pradesh chief minister. The BJP on several occasions has attacked Uddhav, who earlier headed the undivided Shiv Sena, for siding with the Congress to become a part of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition, saying his father was staunchly opposed to the Grand Old Party. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi was serving the nation during the COVID pandemic, Uddhav didn't even step out of his bungalow, Chouhan claimed. I was also a chief minister (of MP) at that time but was always in the field for the people, he said. (Union Home Minister) Amit Shah was scheduled to come here today. But he has left campaigning for urgent security issues related to Manipur, the minister said, asserting that for the BJP, the nation comes first and then elections. For BJP workers, serving people is akin to worshipping God, he said, adding that the MVA has done Maha vinash (destruction) of Maharashtra.
Five killed, seven injured in two road accidents in Madhya Pradesh's Khargone
Two van occupants, identified as Ramlal (50) and Shobharam (49), died on the spot. Five others travelling in the van were injured
Madhya Pradesh: Gwalior vendor attacked with super glue, his eyes and lips sealed; probe underway
The victim, identified as Sohail Shah, was working at his stall, and that's when two men with their faces covered approached him on a bike.
Coal India arm NCL plans to relocate township in MP having 600 MT of mineable coal underneath
Coal India subsidiary NCL is undertaking a major rehabilitation and resettlement initiative in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. The project involves relocating the entire Morwa township, situated atop a substantial coal reserve. NCL aims to commence compensation payouts by May, with the first phase focusing on vacating 572.5 hectares of tenancy land.
Sameera Reddy Can't Do Without Coffee And Here's Proof You Might Need
Currently in Chanderi, a small town in Madhya Pradesh, for a shoot, Sameera shared that coffee is the one thing she can't do without in the morning.
5 persons killed, 7 injured in 2 road accidents in MP
Khargone/Morena: Five persons were killed and seven others injured in two separate road accidents in Madhya Pradesh's Khargone and Morena districts, police said on Sunday. A sports utility vehicle (SUV) and a van collided near the PWD office in Khargone city at around 7 am on Sunday, Khargone Kotwali police station's sub-inspector Shriram Bhuria said. Two van occupants, identified as Ramlal (50) and Shobharam (49), died on the spot. Five others travelling in the van were injured, he said.The SUV had one occupant, he said. It carried a plate with 'SDM' (sub divisional magistrate) written on it along the vehicle's number plate. To a query on it, the police official said it would be known after an investigation as to whom the vehicle belongs. In Morena, three persons were killed and two others seriously injured in a collision between two speeding motorcycles on Saturday night, police said.The incident occurred near Pipalwadi police post, some 60 km from the Morena district headquarters, an official from Sabalgarh police station said. Two motorcycle riders -- Bishu (65) and Sachin (22) -- died on the spot while another person named Santosh (28) died during treatment, he said. Two other persons were injured seriously and referred to the district hospital in Morena from Sabalgarh's government hospital, the official said.
Vendor attacked with super glue in Gwalior
A momo vendor in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, was attacked with super glue on Thursday, causing severe burns and his eyes and lips to stick together. The victim, Sohail Shah, recently moved to Gwalior from Gohad, Bhind, with his wife, Shabnam, and operates a momo stall. Two men, with their faces covered, approached Sohail on a bike, threw a bottle of 'Fevikwik' glue at his face, and fled the scene. The glue caused burns due to a chemical reaction between the adhesive and materials like cotton. Sohail's wife raised an alarm, and passersby contacted the police. Sohail was rushed to Jaya Arogya Hospital for treatment in the burn ward. A complaint has been filed, and an investigation is underway, though the motive for the attack remains unclear.
Road rage: UP ministers driver & PSO attacked in MPs Gwalior, four arrested
BHOPAL: A personal security officer (PSO) and the driver of an Uttar Pradesh minister were allegedly attacked by a group of locals in the presence of the minister in Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred on Friday evening when UP minister of state for labour and employment Manohar Lal Mannu Kori was travelling from Agra to Lalitpur. According to sources, a truck had overturned near Jorasi Ghati under the Bilauva police station area of Gwalior, causing a traffic jam. Rather than waiting for the follow-up and pilot vehicles left behind in the jam, the driver of the ministers SUV made a wrong turn to progress ahead. The minister had to attend a series of events in Lalitpur district of UP. A short distance ahead on the same road in Gwalior, two motorbike-borne men obstructed the ministers vehicle, leading to confrontation between the two men and the ministers PSO. Furious over the bikers behaviour, the PSO came out of the vehicle and slapped one of them. The bikers, who were locals, called villagers for support resulting in a heated dispute between both sides. Soon, around 8-10 men arrived and attacked the PSO and the driver. The attackers also snatched the service pistol of the PSO and assaulted him in full public view. The PSO suffered cuts in one of the fingers. The police, including IG and DIG Gwalior, soon reacched the spot, after which a case was lodged against the accused. Four men, who were primarily involved in the incident, were traced and arrested, and the PSOs service gun was recovered. The minister left with proper escort vehicles in the night for Lalitpur district of UP, Gwalior SP Dharmaveer Singh said.
SOLAPUR: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his allegations that the Congress government looted people in the state and used the money for the poll campaign in Maharashtra. Addressing a press conference in Maharashtra's Solapur on Saturday, CM Siddaramaiah dared the Prime Minister to prove his allegations and vowed to retire from politics if they're proven right. CM Siddaramaiah campaigned for the Maha Vikas Aghadi in Solapur on Saturday in the run-up to the Maharashtra assembly elections scheduled to be held on November 20. Siddaramaiah dubbed the remarks as latant lies and dared the Prime Minister to take up the challenge. Prime Minister Narendra Modi comes, tells blatant lies, and leaves. If he can prove his allegations, I will announce my retirement from politics. Why doesn't Modi accept my challenge? What is he afraid of? CM Siddaramaiah asked. PM Modi claims that welfare guarantees will ruin the economy, yet the BJP has announced similar guarantees during elections in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. Why does the Prime Minister resort to such blatant lies? The Modi government, however, has shown where its priorities lie. It waived Rs 16 lakh crore of loans for the wealthy while failing to waive even a rupee for farmers, he added. Let Maharashtra BJP leaders and ministers visit Karnataka to verify the facts. If they can prove me wrong, I will retire from politics. But if I am right, will they apologise to the people of Maharashtra and announce their retirement from politics? We have decided to file a case against the Maharashtra BJP for publishing blatantly false advertisements against our government. Despite Karnataka contributing Rs 4.5 lakh crore annually to central taxes, it receives only Rs 60,000 crores in return, he said. Siddaramaiah said that the Karnataka government has successfully implemented all five guarantees and highlighted the state government's Shakti Scheme, which has benefitted women. Another Gruha Jyothi provided free electricity up to 200 units per month to 1.62 crore families and under the Anna Bhagya scheme, 5 kg of free rice along with Rs 170 per person for an additional 5 kg of rice given to 1.2 crore families, he said. All guarantees were launched within eight months, under the Gruha Lakshmi scheme, 1.22 crore women heads of households are receiving Rs 2,000 per month, resulting in approximately Rs 30,000 crores being directly transferred into women's bank accounts annually. Another scheme, Yuva Nidhi provides financial assistance to unemployed graduates and diploma holders, he added. CM Siddaramaiah also urged the people of Maharashtra to vote for Maha Vikas Aghadi. In contrast, during my first tenure as Chief Minister, I waived Rs 8,165 crores in loans for Karnataka's farmers. Under Manmohan Singh's leadership, Rs 76,000 crores in loans were waived for farmers across India. I urge the people of Maharashtra to vote for the Maha Vikas Aghadi to ensure the state's development and economic progress. By doing so, you will be contributing to a fairer, more inclusive future for Maharashtra. Siddaramaiah alleged that both Karnataka and Maharashtra are victims of the Modi government's unfair treatment, claiming that his state receives only 13 paise and Maharashtra receives 15 paise for every rupee paid in taxes. Similarly, Maharashtra contributes Rs 8.78 lakh crore but gets back only Rs 1.3 lakh crore. This means Karnataka gets 13 paise and Maharashtra 15 paise for every rupee paid in taxes. This unfair treatment by the Modi government is an injustice to both Karnataka and Maharashtra. Karnataka's guarantees have reached people across all castes, religions, and communities, proving that these initiatives empower citizens without harming the state's finances. Maharashtra is socially and economically strong, and if Maha Vikas Aghadi comes to power, there is no doubt that all guarantees will be implemented effectively, he said. Addressing a rally in Maharashtra earlier this month, PM Modi alleged that the Congress is looting people in Karnataka and the money is allegedly being used for campaigning in Maharashtra. In Karnataka, Congress lied and urged people to vote for them. They formed govt and were unable to fulfil their promises. Instead, they are running an extortion campaign in Karnataka. In Karnataka, scams are being unearthed every other day. It means that the Congress is looting people in broad daylight. Allegedly, Congress is using the same money to fight elections in Maharashtra. If we want to save Maharashtra, we need to keep Congress at bay, he said.
MP: Congress, BJP trade barbs over CM Yadavs proposed foreign visit
MP: Congress, BJP trade barbs over CM Yadavs proposed foreign visit Bhopal: The Opposition Congress and ruling BJP exchanged barbs on Saturday over Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadavs proposed visit to Britain and Germany between November 24 and 29, officials said. In his first foreign tour as Chief Minister, Mohan Yadav will be visiting [] The post MP: Congress, BJP trade barbs over CM Yadavs proposed foreign visit appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Over 1,400 antiquities valued USD 10 million returned to India by US
New York, Nov 16 (PTI) A sandstone sculpture looted from Madhya Pradesh in 1980s and another in green-grey schist, looted from Rajasthan in 1960s are among the over 1,400 antiquities collectively valued at USD 10 million that the US returned to India. More than 600 more antiquities looted from India are scheduled to be repatriated []
Madhya Pradesh tops in spice production in country
The spice crop cultivation has been made in an additional 13,110 hectares in the outgoing kharif season in the state over that in the last season, officials said
MP: Canine Distemper Virus Infection Looms in Panna Tiger Reserve
Bhopal: Mass vaccination of stray dogs in and around Panna Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Madhya Pradesh has begun amid the threat of the spread of canine distemper virus (CDV) infection in the wild animals of the PTR, a senior forest officer said on Saturday. The initiative was launched on Friday owing to detection of prevalence of canine distemper virus in some stray dogs in and around the PTR, field director of PTR, Anjana Suchita Tirkey, told this newspaper. Around 1150 stray dogs in 36 forested villages located in the buffer zone of PTR will be vaccinated over the next three and half months in two phases, she added. The CDV is a highly contagious and potentially fatal viral disease that affects a dogs respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems. According to the PTR field director, one tiger and two leopards had died in the reserve due to the CDV in 2015. We cannot take risk after finding the prevalence of the virus in some dogs and hence, we have launched the initiative to vaccinate the stray dogs in and around PTR to protect the wild animals from the infection of the virus, the forest officer said. The PTR now has 62 tigers and over 500 leopards, according to the forest officer. The reserve shot into limelight by successfully reintroducing tigers after the big cat population was wiped out by poaching in 2009. The Panna Tiger Project began with the relocation of three tigers: two tigresses from Bandhavgarh and Kanha National Parks and one male tiger from Pench National Park in Madhya Pradesh. In the next six years, three female tigers and one male tiger were relocated to the PTR from other national parks in Madhya Pradesh. The tiger population in the PTR has grown from zero in 2009 to 62 now.
Panna farmer discovers a 7.44-carat diamond in a mine, his story will stun you
A farmer in Madhya Pradesh, India, stumbled upon a 7.44-carat diamond, his second discovery in three months. Dilip Mistry, who leases land for diamond excavation, previously found a 16.10-carat diamond in August. Both stones will be auctioned by the Panna Diamond Office, adding to their collection worth an estimated Rs 3.53 crore.
Over 1,400 Looted Antiquities Valued USD 10 Million Returned to India by US
NEW YORK: A sandstone sculpture looted from Madhya Pradesh in 1980s and another in green-grey schist, looted from Rajasthan in 1960s are among the over 1,400 antiquities collectively valued at USD 10 million that the US returned to India. More than 600 more antiquities looted from India are scheduled to be repatriated in coming months. [] The post Over 1,400 Looted Antiquities Valued USD 10 Million Returned to India by US appeared first on Kashmir Life .
MP CM Mohan Yadav's visit to UK, Germany: Congress calls it 'open drama for investment'
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister's upcoming visit to the UK and Germany for investment opportunities has sparked criticism from the Congress, calling it a publicity stunt and comparing it to Prime Minister Modi's international trips. The BJP defended the visit, stating it was crucial for attracting investments and improving the state's development.
Shahbaz helps Bengal pull off a heist against Madhya Pradesh
UP ministers driver, PSO attacked in Madhya Pradesh, four arrested
BHOPAL: The personal security officer (PSO) and vehicle driver of an Uttar Pradesh minister were allegedly attacked by a group of local residents in broad daylight, in the minister's presence, in Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. The incident happened on Friday evening when the UP minister of state for labour and employment Manohar Lal Mannu Kori was on his vehicle from Agra to Lalitpur. According to informed sources, a truck overturned near Jorasi Ghati, under the Bilauva police station area in Gwalior district, causing a severe traffic jam. Without waiting for the follow-up and pilot vehicles stuck in the congestion, the driver of the SUV carrying the minister decided to take a wrong turn and move ahead. The minister was on his way to attend a series of events in his native Lalitpur district of UP. A short distance ahead on the same road, a motorbike carrying two men blocked the ministers vehicle, leading to a noisy brawl between the men and the ministers PSO. Angered by the misconduct of the two men, the ministers PSO stepped out of the vehicle and slapped one of them. This further escalated the situation, as the men, being local residents, called villagers for support, leading to a full-blown confrontation between both sides. Around 8 to 10 men arrived at the scene and attacked the ministers PSO and the vehicle driver. The attackers allegedly took the PSO's service pistol and continued to beat him up in public. The PSO sustained cuts to one of his fingers during the incident. Upon learning of the incident, local police, led by senior officials including the IG, DIG of Gwalior, and the SP of Gwalior, arrived at the scene. A case was subsequently registered against the accused at the Bilauva police station in Gwalior late Friday evening. Four accused, who were primarily involved in the incident were traced and arrested promptly and the service gun of the ministers PSO too was recovered. The minister left with proper escort vehicles in the night for Lalitpur district of UP, SP of Gwalior district Dharmaveer Singh told TNIE on Saturday. The accused, including Bunty Yadav, Kaptan Yadav, Bhola and Bhupendra have been booked for loot and assault. The incident provided ammunition for opposition parties to target the MP government. The incident which happened with the UP minister and staff in Gwalior on Friday exposes the state of law and order in the state. The MP CM Dr Mohan Yadav, who is also the states home minister, should take immediate steps to ensure that there is fear of law and order among anti-social elements, Aam Aadmi Partys state spokesperson Ramakant Patel said.
Ranji Trophy: Huge positive for India, Shami takes seven wickets on competitive cricket return
Indian pace veteran Mohammed Shami marked a successful return to competitive cricket after a year-long injury layoff, claiming seven wickets in Bengal's 11-run victory over Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy. His impressive performance included a four-wicket haul in the first innings and a crucial contribution with the bat, signaling a positive comeback ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.
Rs 50-crore bribe row raises spectre of political stability in Karnataka
BENGALURU: Karnatakas political circles are abuzz with Chief Minister Siddaramaiahs allegation of the Rs 50-crore bribe offer by the BJP to Congress MLAs . Now, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has thrown his weight behind Siddaramaiahs poaching accusation. This shocking claim comes amid predictions from heavyweight leaders HD Deve Gowda and Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy that the current government may not last beyond January. The question being raised is: Are these remarks mere political posturing or is there an orchestrated effort under way to bring down the Karnataka government? The developments have an eerie resemblance to the high-stakes political drama of 2019, when Kumaraswamys coalition government teetered, and senior leaders openly foretold its fall. Political analysts warn that when veterans like Gowda and Kumaraswamy question a governments longevity, it often precedes a big incident. Union Minister V Somanna also hinted at the state governments future instability, raising suspicions of behind-the-scenes power play. If there is truly a plot to topple the government, its bound to involve a good amount of money and influence. It is rumoured that as much as Rs 2,500 crore may be in circulation to sway lawmakers, cover covert logistics, and house MLAs in secret locations. Fuelling the intrigue, Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar recently revealed that business magnate Gautam Adani was present at a pivotal meeting before the Maharashtra government was overturned five years ago. Karnataka could well be on the brink of a similar upheaval, where crores of rupees can alter its political scenario. A Congress leader pointed out, BJP is capable of anything. Weve seen what they did in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and other states. In response, BJP state president BY Vijayendra shot back, It seems youve lost faith in your own MLAs, and are making baseless claims of Rs 50-crore bribes. Such a statement demeans the democratic system. CongRESS leaders will never fall for BJPs 50-crore offer: Savadi Stating that the leader of the Congress have dignity and self-respect, former deputy chief minister and Athani MLA Laxman Savadi on Friday claimed that MLAs of the Grand Old Party would never accept an offer of Rs 50 crore each to join the BJP. He was commenting on CMSiddaramaiahs statement that the BJP was offering Rs 50 crore to each of the Congress MLAs in the state to jump ship to the saffron party. Speaking to the media in Kagwad, after meeting advocates who were protesting there, he added that the Congress MLAs could never be bought by anyone, as they were all dedicated workers of the party. Savadi further stated that the BJP leaders may be trying hard to rope in the Congress MLAs, but they would not succeed under any circumstances. The Congress leaders would not fall for such attempts, he added. History of toppled governments In the past decade alone, Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh (2016), Manipur (2017), Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra (2019), and Madhya Pradesh (2020) saw upheavals and shifts in power. Prof Kiran Gajanur of the Central University of Karnataka, Kalaburagi, says, In an era where the dismantling of legitimately elected governments through monetary power is becoming common, its essential for civil society to wake up and respond to these developments proactively. With tensions rising, the question now is: will Karnataka see yet another chapter of political instability, and vast sums of money changing political fortunes?
A jumbo crisis in Madhya Pradesh
Ten elephants died at the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve between October 29 and 31. Lab reports found that they had eaten large quantities of fungus-infected Kodo millet, which had caused acute toxicity.Mehul Malpanireports on the tragic incident in a State that is struggling to deal with its increasing jumbo population
Senapati grinds out half-century to keep Madhya Pradesh in contention
Match evenly poised after Bengal sets host a target of 338 to win; Kartikeya, Anubhav restrict opposition with four-wicket hauls
Man forcing wife to leave her job is cruelty, says MP HC; allows woman's divorce plea
The Madhya Pradesh High Court granted a divorce to a woman whose husband pressured her to quit her government job. The court deemed this behavior as cruelty, emphasizing that neither spouse can force the other's career choices. The woman had secured the job while her husband remained unemployed, leading to marital discord and ultimately, the court's decision.
Woman who fought off wolves, man who rescued seven from car accident to get Rs 1 lakh each in MP
BHOPAL: Two brave-hearts, including a 65-year-old woman Bhujlo Bai and a middle-aged plumber Waris Khan, have been awarded Rs 1 lakh each as a cash reward by the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav in two days. Bhujlo Bai, the 65-year-old woman, who despite being badly injured in a wolf attack, not only fought the wolf but saved another woman Durga Bai before killing the canine familys predator in Chhindwara district, got a surprise video call from the MP CM on Wednesday. Bhujlo, currently being treated at the Chhindwara district hospital, was sleeping along with 55-year-old Durgabai in the field near Khakra Chaurai village under Amarwara range of Chhindwara district when a wolf attacked Bhujlo Bai and chewed off the thumb of one of her hands. Hearing her screams, Durgabai rushed to save Bhujlo Bai, but by then the wolf had inflicted injuries on Bhujlo Bais hand and head. The struggle between the elderly lady and the wolf continued for half an hour. But the courageous woman not only fought the wolf, despite being badly injured but ultimately killed the predator of the canine family by attacking it with a shovel. Both the women were subsequently admitted at Chhindwara district hospital, but Durgabai, who sustained minor wounds was discharged from the hospital in a few days. While enquiring about the well-being of the elderly woman (who is currently admitted at the Chhindwara district hospital), the CM appreciated her courage over a video call on Wednesday. He subsequently sanctioned Rs 1 lakh to her from the CM Discretionary Fund. For the proper treatment of Bhujlo Bai, the Chhindwara district collector has been asked that if necessary, she be airlifted and treated in Bhopal. A day later on Thursday night, the CM made a video call to another brave heart, this time to middle-aged plumber Waris Khan, who had saved the lives of seven members of a family (hailing from Shivpuri district) in a road mishap in Rajgarh district on Wednesday. The CM told Khan that he would instruct the Rajgarh Collector to take his account number and the state government would provide financial assistance of Rs 1 lakh to him. I would like to congratulate Waris Khan for saving the lives of seven members of a family after a car they were travelling in met with an accident, near Biaora, Rajgarh on Wednesday, November 13, CM Yadav told journalists. The car in which the victims were travelling fell into a ditch. The family, residents of Shivpuri, were going for medical purposes. Waris Khan, a resident of Biaora, was passing nearby on a bike and as soon as he saw the car, he stopped and saved the lives of people in the car, he added. The CM told the Collector of Rajgarh that they should honour Khan on next Independence Day.
MVAs soya bean promise from Chhattisgarh playbook, counter to Ladki Bahin
If the Mahayuti has followed the Madhya Pradesh model by announcing the Ladki Bahin scheme for women, the Congress has drawn inspiration from its own successful Chhattisgarh campaign of 2018
1951 Rolls Royce ordered by Nehru for Baroda 'maharani' becomes flashpoint in marital dispute
New Delhi : A 1951 model antique hand-made classic Rolls Royce car, a single model till date valuing more than Rs 2.5 crore at present and ordered by first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru for the erstwhile 'maharani' of Baroda, has become a major bone of contention in a matrimonial dispute in the Supreme Court. The dispute of the estranged couple has reached the apex court after the Gwalior bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed a case lodged by the woman against her husband for alleged dowry demand and cruelty. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan, which on Wednesday heard the plea of the woman through senior advocate Vibha Datta Makhija, asked both the parties to explore the possibility of settlement through mediation. If both settle the dispute amicably then there is nothing like that, Justice Kant observed, and asked the parties to give one more try to settle the dispute. It noted, Senior counsel/counsel for the parties jointly state that though mediation had earlier failed before different forums, however, it is worth trying under the aegis of the Supreme Court Mediation Centre to give one more opportunity to the parties for amicable resolution of their dispute. Considering Makhija's request, which was agreed to by the other side, the bench appointed senior advocate R Basant as a mediator. We, accordingly, appoint R Basant, senior advocate and former judge of the High Court of Kerala to be the mediator. The parties may contact R Basant to fix a date for interaction, as may be convenient to all sides, the bench ordered and posted the matter for further hearing on December 18. The woman, who is a permanent resident of Gwalior, claimed that she belongs to a highly reputed family whose ancestor was admiral in the navy of Chhatarpati Shivaji Maharaj and was declared ruler of Konkan region. The husband belongs to a family which has an Army background and runs an educational institution in Madhya Pradesh. The woman claimed that her estranged husband and his family had continuously harassed her with dowry demands of Rolls Royce car and a flat in Mumbai, a charge denied by the man. For that the high court failed to consider that since inception the Respondent No. 1 & 2 had a mala fide intention of demanding the Rolls Royce car which is one of its kind and it is handmade by HJ Mulliner & Co. for Maharani Baroda Chimna Bai Sahib Gaekwad ordered on her behalf by first Prime Minister of India Jawaharlal Nehru and one flat in Mumbai. When the demands of the respondents were not met, they started denying the marriage and making false and frivolous allegations against the petitioner and started assassinating her character, her plea said. Assailing the high court order of December 5, 2023, she said in her petition, ... it is clear that the respondent No. 1 (husband) and 2 (father of husband) have shown their fascination for the Rolls Royce car belonging to the father of the petitioner (woman) and in that context they expected to receive the said car in gift and with regard to flat at Mumbai and non-fulfillment of this dowry demand was precisely the reason for not taking petitioner to her matrimonial home. The husband has lodged a case of cheating and forgery against her estranged wife, her parents and relatives in preparation of marriage certificate, while the woman lodged a case for dowry harassment and cruelty. Her FIR was quashed by the high court terming it as an afterthought. The woman in her plea said, The aforesaid dowry demand was exorbitant; the petitioner's family was not in a position to fulfill the same; besides this there is no custom of giving dowry in the family and community of the petitioner. Therefore, the said demand of dowry was not conceded by the parents of the petitioner and the message was clearly conveyed to the respondents' family. The husband in reply doubted the sanctity of marriage between the two that took place April 20, 2018 at Rishikesh in Uttarakhand and said, The whole occasion was treated as a 'symbolic marriage' required for astrological reasons as per the petitioner's family guru. Parties have not stayed together for a single day as man and wife. He, in his reply filed through advocate Anshuman Srivastava, said till date the parties have not cohabited and the purported marriage remains unconsummated. The husband claimed that the woman fraudulently got the purported marriage between the parties registered at Gwalior and denied ever demanding the Rolls Royce car and a flat in Mumbai as dowry.
MP: Celebrations of Birsa Mundas birth anniversary begin in presence of Guv, CM in Shahdol
MP: Celebrations of Birsa Mundas birth anniversary begin in presence of Guv, CM in Shahdol Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel along with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated the event organised on the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of tribal icon Birsa Munda in Shahdol on Friday. Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla and [] The post MP: Celebrations of Birsa Mundas birth anniversary begin in presence of Guv, CM in Shahdol appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bandhavgarh elephant deaths: NGT issues notice to authorities
New Delhi: The National Green Tribunal has sought responses from the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Wildlife Institute of India and others on the issue of the mysterious deaths of 10 elephants in Madhya Pradesh's Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve that have been linked to Kodo millet poisoning. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) had taken suo motu (on its own) cognisance of a media report regarding the deaths. The tribunal noted the report according to which initial investigations indicated the cause of mysterious deaths to Kodo millet contamination and samples had been sent for further analysis to two labs -- the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly and a forensic lab in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar. The news item highlights that Kodo millet is a staple food in many parts of India, known for its high dietary fibre and mineral content. However, when contaminated with mycotoxins, it can be susceptible to fungal contamination, particularly during the monsoon season, when the crop is harvested in damp conditions, it can cause severe health issues in both humans and animals, including liver damage, kidney problems and gastrointestinal issues, said a bench of NGT Chairperson Justice Prakash in an order dated November 12. The bench, also comprising judicial member Justice Arun Kumar Tyagi and expert member Afroz Ahmad, said the discovery of such contamination is concerning, as it poses a risk to wildlife and livestock that may come into contact with the crop. The above matter indicates a violation of the Forest Conservation Act and the Environment Protection Act and the news item raises substantial issues relating to compliance with the environmental norms, the tribunal said. It impleaded as parties or respondents the secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, directors of the Wildlife Institute of India and IVRI, Madhya Pradesh's principal chief conservator of forest and chief wildlife warden and the district magistrate of Umaria. Issue notice to the above respondents for filing their response/reply by way of affidavit before the Central Zonal Bench of the Tribunal at least one week before the next date of hearing (on December 12), the tribunal said.
Indore Teacher Strip-Searches Students After Mobile Phone Rings In Classroom, Matter Reaches HC
The Madhya Pradesh High Court had on August 30, directed the Indore Police Commissioner to investigate whether the case fell under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act
PM Modi Unveils Dev-Projects Worth Rs.6,640 Cr to Boost Tribal Welfare in Bihars Jamui
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled development projects totaling Rs.6,640 crore in Bihars Jamui district on Friday, marking the 150th birth anniversary of tribal leader Birsa Munda, celebrated nationwide as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas. In honor of Mundas legacy, Modi introduced a commemorative coin and postal stamp and virtually participated in the Grih Pravesh ceremony for 11,000 houses built under the PM Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) to provide secure housing for tribal families. Modi also inaugurated 23 mobile medical units under PM-JANMAN and launched an additional 30 units through the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), aiming to improve healthcare access in remote tribal regions. These initiatives reflect a strong emphasis on enhancing infrastructure, healthcare, education, and livelihood opportunities in tribal areas. In support of tribal education, Modi inaugurated 10 Eklavya Model Residential Schools and launched 300 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras to promote tribal entrepreneurship. He also inaugurated two Tribal Freedom Fighters' Museums in Madhya Pradesh and two Tribal Research Institutes in Srinagar and Gangtok, focused on preserving tribal heritage and history. The Prime Minister further laid foundation stones for 500 kilometers of new roads and 100 multi-purpose community centers across tribal regions. Housing expansion was also prioritized, with foundation stones laid for 25,000 homes under PM-JANMAN, 1.16 lakh homes under DAJGUA, and 370 hostels dedicated to tribal students. These projects signify a significant commitment to uplift tribal communities and foster inclusive development in underserved regions. President Murmu, VP Dhankhar and Speaker Om Birla Honor Bhagwan Birsa Munda on Janjatiya Gaurav PM Modi's Dual Visit: Bodoland Mahotsav in Delhi,Tribal Pride Celebrations in Odisha, Bihar Rahul Gandhi Pays Tribute to Guru Nanak and Birsa Munda, Celebrating Unity and Heritage
President Murmu, VP Dhankhar and Speaker Om Birla Honor Bhagwan Birsa Munda on Janjatiya Gaurav
President Draupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla marked Janjatiya Gaurav Divas by honoring the legacy of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, a revered tribal leader and freedom fighter, on Thursday. The two leaders celebrated by playing a traditional dhol, symbolizing the rich cultural heritage of Indias tribal communities. Janjatiya Gaurav Divas celebrates the contributions and achievements of Indias tribal communities, with a special focus on Bhagwan Birsa Munda's remarkable impact. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Jamui, Bihar, on Friday to pay tribute and officially commence the 150th birth anniversary celebrations of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. During his visit, Modi is expected to unveil a commemorative coin and postal stamp dedicated to Munda. In his commitment to advancing the welfare of tribal communities, Modi will also inaugurate a range of development projects totaling over Rs 6,640 crore. These initiatives aim to enhance infrastructure and improve the standard of living in rural and tribal regions. Among the projects, Modi will participate in the Grih Pravesh ceremony for 11,000 homes built under the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN). Furthermore, Modi will launch 23 Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) under PM-JANMAN and 30 additional MMUs under the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) to expand healthcare access in remote tribal areas. Additionally, the Prime Minister will inaugurate 300 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) to boost tribal entrepreneurship and 10 Eklavya Model Residential Schools to provide quality education to tribal students. The celebration will also feature the opening of two Tribal Freedom Fighters' Museums in Madhya Pradesh and two Tribal Research Institutes in Jammu and Kashmir and Sikkim, preserving the heritage of tribal communities. As part of enhancing regional connectivity, Modi will lay the foundation for 500 km of new roads, establish 100 Multi-Purpose Centres, and expand Eklavya Model Residential Schools. Other major initiatives include constructing 25,000 new homes under PM JANMAN and 1.16 lakh homes under DAJGUA, as well as building new hostels, mobile medical units, and Anganwadi Centers. These efforts reflect a focused approach to improve education, healthcare, and community infrastructure for Indias tribal population. PM Modi's Dual Visit: Bodoland Mahotsav in Delhi,Tribal Pride Celebrations in Odisha, Bihar Rahul Gandhi Pays Tribute to Guru Nanak and Birsa Munda, Celebrating Unity and Heritage
PM Modi denying Adivasis justice, paying only 'lip service': Congress
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Friday accused the Centre of going full throttle on attempts to deny Adivasis justice and said the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) was a full mockery of the Forest Rights Act , illustrating the government's hypocrisy. The Opposition party also claimed that DAJGUA, in ypical Manuvadi fashion, only sees these communities as forest-dwelling 'vanvasis' who are 'labhaartis' (beneficiaries), rather than political and economic actors in their own right. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said today is the 150th birth anniversary of 'Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda', one of the greatest sons of India and a fierce advocate of self-governance and social justice. The non-biological PM is in Jamui, Bihar paying lip service to the cause of the Adivasis on this occasion, even as his Government goes full throttle on attempts to deny Adivasis justice, Ramesh alleged in a statement. The Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) - named after Bhagwan Birsa Munda, but a full mockery of the Forest Rights Act- illustrates this hypocrisy, he said. Ramesh said the Forest Rights Act ( FRA 2006) passed by the Manmohan Singh's government was a revolutionary law and it transferred power and authority over forests from the forest department to the gram sabha. In another departure from precedent, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs was empowered as the nodal authority to implement the law, he pointed out. The FRA empowered the Adivasi community and gram sabhas to govern and manage forests as a major reform to ensure democratic governance of forests, Ramesh said. After the revolution, however, came Narendra Modi's counter-revolution. DAJGUA fundamentally undoes this historic law and the democratic reform in forest governance, he claimed. The non-biological PM is in Jamui, Bihar today. Three questions for him - 1.Why hasnt Bihar been granted Special Category Status as the PM had promised? In 2014, when campaigning for his current position, Mr. Modi effectively promised special category status for Bihar. As per pic.twitter.com/6dr78LcOt7 Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) November 15, 2024 Ramesh said it dilutes the authority of Ministry of Tribal Affairs by giving authority to the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change in the implementation of FRA. Rather than empower the FRA's statutory bodies - namely the gram sabha, the sub-divisional committee, the district level committee, and the state level monitoring committee - DAJGUA has created a vast parallel institutional mechanism of FRA cells at the district and sub-divisional levels and arming them with large funds and contractual staff, he pointed out. They are directly under the centralised bureaucratic control of Ministry of Tribal Affairs and State Tribal Welfare Departments, and lack accountability to the FRA's statutory bodies. DAJGUA empanels and engages technical agencies/domain experts /corporate NGOs for the FRA implementation and CFR management activities of the gram sabhas by the State Tribal Welfare Departments, he said. Ramesh argued that these FRA cells are to take over what the FRA statutory bodies are required to do by law, leaving these statutory bodies to be appendages to these FRA Cells, nominal bodies reduced to carrying out the biddings of these FRA cells, he said. This has been done without attention to the economic and social sensitivities involved, even as a massive budget has been allocated for this (Rs. 1 lakh for the technical agencies for each CFR). For example, in Madhya Pradesh, the BJP government engaged the Maharashtra Knowledge Company Limited (MKCL) to create the VanMiTRA app, which made the transparent process of submitting FRA claims into an obscure, online process that technical operators took charge of, he said. Three lakh claims were rejected as a result, he added. Will deny tribal rights to children of infiltrator father, Adivasi mother: BJP in poll-bound Jharkhand Adivasi groups are justifiably worried about the same happening at a large scale due to the engagement of such tech agencies, Ramesh said. The forest department has now been allowed to be a part of the gram sabha's own committee for management of community forest resources, a direct violation of the FRA, Ramesh said. The FRA was enacted for empowering Adivasi and forest-dwelling communities to govern and manage their resources. DAJGUA, in typical Manuvadi fashion, only sees these communities as forest-dwelling vanvasis who are labhaartis, rather than political and economic actors in their own right, he alleged. As captured in the Adivasi Sankalp unveiled by Rahul Gandhi during the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Nandurbar, Maharashtra on the 12th of March, 2024, the Congress is committed to the honest and fair implementation of the FRA, Ramesh asserted. It is part of our guarantees to the people in both Jharkhand and Maharashtra and will continue to be a priority for upcoming assembly and parliamentary elections, he stressed. Tagging his statement, Ramesh said on X, As the non-biological PM pays lip service to the Adivasi cause by celebrating the 150th birth anniversary of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda today in Jamui, we should not be fooled: his Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) is nothing but an absolute mockery of the revolutionary Forest Rights Act (2006) and Adivasi self-governance. 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Thiruvananthapuram corporations' allocated revenue deficit for 2023-24 was highest in Kerala: RBI
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Municipal corporations in Kerala budgeted the highest aggregate revenue deficit for 2023-24, according to the Reserve Bank of Indias Report on Municipal Finances released on Wednesday. Civic bodies in Maharashtra budgeted the highest revenue surplus of Rs 11,104 crore in the same fiscal year. Other states with combined surplus of above Rs 1,000 crore were Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, and Telangana. Besides Kerala, only seven other states posted a revenue deficit: Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand and Tripura. At Rs 789 crore, Kerala had the highest total revenue deficit while Tripura posted the lowest deficit of Rs 2 crore. Except Kerala, all other southern states had budgeted revenue surpluses -- Karnataka (Rs 1,942 crore), Telangana (Rs 1,494 crore), Andhra Pradesh (Rs 603 crore), and Tamil Nadu (Rs 100 crore). In the previous years, Kerala had reported a revenue surplus. The revised estimates of 2022-23 budgeted a surplus of Rs 486 crore. The actual surplus in 2021-22 was Rs 156 crore. For these years, the state was ranked sixth and eighth, respectively, in the country for revenue surplus. The report said municipal corporations (MCs) need to augment their own revenue sources for greater operational and financial flexibility. The primary tax revenue source for MCs is property tax, constituting an average of 59.1% of revenue. Leveraging technologies such as Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping and digital payment systems can enhance property tax collection. Periodic revisions in water and drainage taxes, and fees and user charges, coupled with use of technology for plugging leakages, can also help improve their revenue collections, the report said. Municipal bonds The report made a recommendation to allow municipalities to explore innovative financing instruments. While the larger MCs are already using municipal bonds for financing some of their infrastructure projects, other MCs can also explore municipal bonds and innovative financing instruments for capital investment for diversification of their funding sources. Creating mechanisms that allow MCs to pool resources for large-scale infrastructure projects will help overcome the fiscal constraints of individual corporations, it said. The idea of municipal bonds is worth exploring. It is among the terms of references of the State Finance Commission as well. Besides a policy decision by the state government, several factors like the financial health of municipal corporations are to be studied before allowing them to explore the bond market, opined K N Harilal, chairman of the Seventh State Finance Commission. Drop in capital outlay The report also threw light on the widening revenue gap of Keralas MCs. The increase in revenue receipts between 2019-20 and 2023-24 was 103.82%. The revenue expenditure rose by 174.29% over the same period. The budgeted expenses under salary, wages and bonus for 2023-24 were Rs 4,034.1 crore, an increase of 44.51% from 2019-20. The increase in pension expense was 57.41%. The sharp increase in committed expenses (salary and pension) has taken a grave toll on the capital outlay of MCs. It declined from Rs 12,133.3 crore in 2019-20 to Rs 8,883.8 crore in 2023-24. Kerala was positioned 15th in the country in capital outlay by MCs in 2023-24, the report said.
Birsa Munda birth anniversary: PM Modi to open 2 tribal museums in MP today
Birsa Munda birth anniversary: PM Modi to open 2 tribal museums in MP today Bhopal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate two tribal freedom fighters museums in Madhya Pradesh on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda on Friday. Sharing this information, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Thursday that PM Modi [] The post Birsa Munda birth anniversary: PM Modi to open 2 tribal museums in MP today appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Madhya Pradesh overtakes Pb in stubble burning
Dalit houses torched, Ambedkar statue desecrated in MP
A Dalit colony in Madhya Pradesh's Gohta village was attacked by a mob following polling, resulting in four houses being set ablaze and a statue of B.R. Ambedkar vandalized. While locals reported the incident to police, authorities claimed no formal complaint was lodged and downplayed the event as common election-related tension.
Youths Transcend Borders at India Game Developer Event
Hyderabad : Arriving early to an event typically means fewer people. That assumption was quickly overturned at the India Game Developer Conference (IGDC) at HICC on its second day. Despite being a weekday morning, the venue was swarming with attendees predominantly young people, and those claiming to be young at heart. Fashionably dressed in gaming T-shirts, some with iconic gaming characters, others sporting anime prints, the crowd was a reflection of the event itself which can be called a celebration of gaming culture in all its diversity. Alongside them were business professionals, venture capitalists, and important figures from the gaming industry, from aspiring entrepreneurs to seasoned game designers and animators. The conference was a hub for enthusiasts, techies, artists and experts alike. The IGDC had no shortage of interactive experiences. Attendees flocked the booths for free merchandise and the chance to test new games. Krafton, a familiar name due to popular titles like BGMI and PUBG, drew in large crowds eager to try out its latest offerings. Ive known Krafton for years because of BGMI and PUBG, shared Harsh Srivastava, a third-year game design student from Artemisia College of Art & Design (ACAD), Madhya Pradesh. A noteworthy aspect was the strong presence of Indian motifs in many upcoming games, with characters, stories, and themes rooted in Indian culture. Harjeet Chhabra, CEO of Neela Mediatech, remarked on this trend: Gaming as such has no language. If the gameplay is interesting, it can go global, but here, the cultural nuances and characters allow players to feel a unique sense of connection and pride. This was reflected in many games at IGDC. One such stall was by Stealth Mode, which attempted to capture the cultural history with strategic card games based on the Mahabharata. According to Yashasavi Amit, content designer and product manager: Our idea is to bring cultural context into gaming. Their mobile-based strategy game, featuring over 400 Mahabharata characters, allows players to select up to six characters, earning rewards in cash points based on performance. Were not in the realm of real-money gaming; we want to create an accessible, culturally rich experience, added Yashasavi. Hyderabad-based companies, especially start-ups were plentiful at the event. Vyuham presented a gothic-style stall showcasing a game inspired by the epic tale of Abhimanyu. It blends Indian mythology with an immersive design. Another local company, Aesium which showcased shooting games. Another standout game was Suri: The Seventh Flute, a rhythm-based 2D Metroidvania that combines gameplay with musical elements. The entire game world responds to a rhythm or beat, except for the player, explained one of the developers, Sagnik Sen Roy. The animation of the game appeared to be inspired from Indian and Southeast Asian art styles. The main character wields a flute, an instrument that unlocks abilities. He has to use it to restore balance in a world that has lost harmony through music. The event also spotlighted women in gaming, with a special session. The session was extremely inspiring and was more about building confidence as a woman in the industry and encouraging female representation. After all women make up only 10 per cent of this industry, said Akanksha Mohapatra, a first-semester gaming student from Jain University, wearing a custom gaming headgear shed won at a booth. Not just limited to adults, IGDC was also a space for families, with some parents introducing their children to the world of gaming and technology. One mother attending with her 10-year-old daughter shared, We dont have a TV at home, but its important for her to be exposed to technology AI and gaming are essential skills now.
PM to visit Bihar's Jamui today
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Jamui in Bihar, which borders poll-bound Jharkhand, on Friday. The Prime Minister will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 6,640 crores, aimed at uplifting tribal communities and improving infrastructure in rural and remote areas of the region, which the BJP hopes will have an impact on tribal-dominated Jharkhand. The PM will visit Jamui to commemorate Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, marking the commencement of the 150th birth anniversary celebration of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Mr Modi will unveil a commemorative coin and postal stamp in honour of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. The PM will participate in the Grih Pravesh of 11,000 awas built under Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN). He will also inaugurate 23 Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) launched under PM-JANMAN and an additional 30 MMUs under Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) to enhance healthcare access in tribal areas. The Prime Minister will inaugurate 300 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) to promote tribal entrepreneurship and support livelihood generation and 10 Eklavya Model Residential Schools, worth around Rs 450 crores, dedicated to tribal students. He will also virtually inaugurate two Tribal Freedom Fighters Museums in Chhindwara and Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh and two Tribal Research Institutes in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir and Gangtok, Sikkim to document and preserve the rich history and heritage of tribal communities. He will lay the foundation stone of 500 km of new roads to improve connectivity in tribal regions and 100 Multi-Purpose Centres (MPCs) to act as community hubs under PM JANMAN. The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone of 25 additional Eklavya Model Residential Schools, worth over Rs 1,110 crores, furthering the commitment of quality education for tribal children. Mr Modi will also sanction various development projects that include 25,000 new Awas under PM JANMAN worth around Rs 500 crore and 1.16 lakh Awas under Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) worth over Rs 1,960 crore, 66 hostels under PM JANMAN and 304 hostels under DAJGUA worth over Rs. 1,100 crore, 50 new MPCs, 55 MMUs and 65 anganwadi centres under PM JANMAN, six Centres of Competency for Sickle Cell Anaemia elimination along with 330 projects for upgradation of Ashram Schools, hostels, Government Residential Schools among others under DAJGUA, worth around Rs 500 crores.
DC Edit | End to bulldozer justice: Govts pulled up by SC
It could perhaps be one of the harshest indictments of the executive by the judiciary when the Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered the government to call off the new-found practice of demolishing homes with bulldozers, delivering extra-judicial punishment to people accused of crimes. The apex court has taken a wholesome view of the puppy show that has of late become popular among the proponents of summary justice and held that it can prevail only in a lawless land and that India, being a constitutional democracy founded on rule of law, cannot accept it. Unauthorised homes can be demolished but after following the due process for which the apex court has issued comprehensive guidelines, but it has said a firm no to meting it out as punishment for alleged crimes. What has come to be known later as 'bulldozer raj', the practice of razing the homes of people whom the government accuses of committing crimes using bulldozers was introduced first in recent times by the BJP government led by Yogi Adityanath in Uttar Pradesh. The monk-politicians method had takers in other states, too. The bulldozers razed hundreds of homes across states which included Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Delhi, rendering thousands homeless. BJP leaders had even boasted of the bulldozer raj as an achievement. But the Super Court would have none of it. These excesses are high-handed and arbitrary and need to be dealt with the heavy hand of the law, the court observed. The biggest takeaway of the landmark judgement is that it has reminded the executive branch of the government to limit itself to its domain and not encroach upon the judiciarys. Separation powers is a constitutional construct, it reminded the powers-that-be. It is a rare instance where the Supreme Court looked into the plight of the victims of executive action and chose to remind society of what is right and what is wrong. It was Justice Krishna Iyer who advocated a liberal interpretation of the laws and made the judiciary work for the people; his words, every saint has a past and every sinner has a future, are etched in gold in the annals of Indian jurisprudence. A reflection of such a concern is seen in the judgement which underscored the importance of home by quoting a Hindi couplet and a celebrated observation by Lord Denning. After inviting the attention of all the stakeholders of the republic to the chilling sight of a bulldozer demolishing a building, rendering children and aged persons homeless overnight, the Supreme Court invoked Article 142 of the Constitution and let it be known to all, and the mighty Indian state in particular, that the homes of its citizens are inviolable. And those who breach it will be hauled up for contempt of court and made to pay for their crime. The guidelines the court has issued for demolishing structures on public property are both exhaustive and comprehensive. No demolition should be carried out without a prior showcause notice returnable in a minimum period of 15 days and overzealous officials have been reminded that the heavens would not fall on them if they stayed their hands for some time. The notice shall be served by a registered post and a copy should be sent to the executive magistrate so that no tinkering on dates is made possible. The Constitution is meant to come in between the citizen and the states excesses, and it has done so, again. Its now for the bulldozer-happy politician to fall in line.
Khanna police arrests three members of inter-state arms supply gang
Khanna police apprehended three individuals, Palwinder Singh, Ramandeep Singh, and Ravi, involved in an inter-state arms trafficking operation. The arrests followed the discovery of nine locally manufactured firearms and ammunition. Investigations revealed that the group procured weapons from Madhya Pradesh for distribution.
On Camera: Car Runs Over 5-Year-Old Boy On Cycle, He Escapes Unhurt
A five-year-old boy stood right up unscathed after being run over by a car in Madhya Pradesh. This miraculous escape was caught on CCTV, showing the boy safe and uninjured after a car's wheel ran over him.
Congress demands repoll at 37 booths in Vijaypur assembly by-poll in Madhya Pradesh
BHOPAL:A day after more than 77% voter turnout was reported in the assembly by-poll in the Vijaypur constituency of Madhya Pradeshs Gwalior-Chambal region, the opposition Congress has demanded a re-poll at 37 polling booths of the constituency. The unprecedented violence particularly in tribal, minority and scheduled caste voters villages which started before the by-poll continued after the polling also, said state Congress president Jitu Patwari alleged on Thursday. He said that the houses of the Jatav community were set ablaze and the statue of Dr BR Ambedkar was vandalized in a village by the BJP people, a few hours after the polling. He also said that a sector officer was assaulted in front of the cops during polling, which speaks volumes about how the BJP people unleashed a reign of violence to stop tribals, minority and SC voters from exercising their franchise on Wednesday. Much before the polls, we had demanded sealing the MP-Rajasthan border to stop the entry of criminals from the adjoining state, but the election authorities didnt do anything and the result was that criminals from Rajasthan working for the ruling party terrorised and attacked tribal voters in various villages to stop them from voting against the BJP, Patwari said. Patwari said that a list of 37 polling stations where voting has been marred by violence, booth capturing and bogus voting has been submitted. We have demanded from the Election Commission of India (ECI) re-polling at these 37 polling stations. We were confident of winning the Vijaypur by-poll by over 50,000 votes, but despite violence and unfair practices in polling, were certain to win the by-election by 25,000-plus votes. Well hold a state-wide protest on Friday to protest targeting of tribal, SC and minority voters by the BJP people, Patwari said. The ruling BJP, however, denied the Congress state presidents allegations. States cabinet minister Prahlad Singh Patel said in Delhi, It's unimaginable why the ruling party which is confident of winning the elections will resort to violence and unfair practices. Since Congress knows that its losing both Vijaypur and Budhni by-elections, its making false allegations to dent the ruling partys image. For six terms our candidate in Vijaypur constituency Ramniwas Rawat was a Congress MLA from the same seat, by accusing the BJP candidate of resorting to violence and unfair practices, does the Congress want to say that he won the last six polls as Congress candidate in similar manner, he added. The Sheopur district police superintendent (Vijaypur is part of Sheopur district) Virendra Jain, meanwhile, said that a few hours after the polling on Wednesday, some disturbance between two rival groups was reported in Gohta village. Our teams rushed to the village but found reports of houses of a particular community having been set afire, being false. Only a large portion of Bajra straw was burning in the village. On Thursday morning, our teams again rushed to the same village on the village chowkidars complaint about the vandalization of a stone plaque bearing Dr BR Ambedkars image, which was found true. Some anti-social elements seem to have committed the act to disturb the peace in the village. A case has been registered against the unidentified accused and investigations are underway, Jain told TNIE. Importantly, over 76% of polling was reported in Budhni and Vijaypur assembly by-polls on Wednesday in MP. In Vijaypur, six-times former Congress MLA and current forest minister in the states BJP government Ramniwas Rawat is the ruling party candidate against the Congresss tribal leader Mukesh Malhotra, who is an ex-BJP leader.
