Madhya Pradesh

9 accused in Ujjain Shahi Masjid clashes undergo medical examination amid tight security

Nine individuals accused of stone pelting during clashes at Shahi Masjid were taken for medical examination. All accused were found to be in normal condition without any injuries. Clashes occurred due to police actions related to a road-widening project around the mosque. The Madhya Pradesh High Court resolved a petition after a compromise was reached between stakeholders.

Delhi-NCR likely to turn dry as rains ease; air quality remains in moderate category

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Delhi-NCR is likely to witness a significant shift in weather from Wednesday, with the recent spell of rain and thunderstorms expected to give way to predominantly dry conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mainly clear skies over the national capital and neighbouring areas, with dry weather likely to prevail across Delhi, Haryana and Chandigarh through the first week of October. The change comes after showers on Tuesday brought a noticeable chill to Delhi, with temperatures briefly giving the national capital a winter-like feel. However, the latest weather forecast indicates that rainfall activity is likely to subside from Wednesday, particularly over northwest India. Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh are expected to remain largely dry as the recent rain and thunderstorm activity weakens. Delhi is likely to record a minimum temperature of around 24 degrees Celsius and a maximum temperature of nearly 33 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. While northwest India is expected to remain mostly dry, weather conditions across the rest of the country are likely to remain varied. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to continue over parts of southern, eastern and northeastern India. According to the IMD forecast, isolated heavy rainfall is likely over several areas of the Northeast and southern peninsula on Wednesday. The southern peninsula is expected to remain one of the major rain-affected regions, with some areas likely to receive heavy showers. The IMD has classified Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi as dry on Wednesday. Similar conditions are expected over Punjab, Rajasthan and most parts of Uttar Pradesh. The contrasting weather conditions across different regions are being influenced by several atmospheric systems currently active over the country. A depression over coastal Myanmar and the adjoining Bay of Bengal was moving rapidly north-northwestwards on Tuesday. The system was expected to weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area later on September 29 and continue moving towards southeast Bangladesh and adjoining northeastern parts of India. At the same time, a western disturbance and associated upper-air systems continue to influence parts of north India. Another circulation and trough are extending across southern India. The interaction and movement of these systems are contributing to the contrasting weather patterns being observed across the country. The IMD also recorded heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over Haryana during the 24 hours ending Tuesday morning. The rainfall highlights the intensity of the recent spell over parts of north India, even as the broader weather pattern is now expected to turn predominantly dry. The southwest monsoon is also continuing its gradual withdrawal from the country as the rainy season approaches its conclusion. With the monsoon retreating, northwest India is expected to gradually transition towards predominantly dry weather. However, rainfall activity is likely to persist in several other parts of the country. Uttarakhand may experience isolated rain and thunderstorms through October 4, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh could witness similar weather conditions between October 2 and 4. Himachal Pradesh may also receive isolated showers during the period. In central India, rain and thunderstorms are likely over parts of Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha and Chhattisgarh in the coming days. The Northeast is expected to remain relatively wetter, with rainfall forecast over Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura through October 4. Some areas may also receive heavy rainfall. Southern India is likely to remain another significant zone of rainfall. The IMD has forecast isolated heavy showers over parts of the southern peninsula during the next four to five days, with Tamil Nadu, Kerala and South Interior Karnataka among the areas likely to receive heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the 'moderate' category. The Air Quality Index (AQI) readings included Mandir Marg at 97, Aya Nagar at 79, Punjabi Bagh at 113, CRRI Mathura Road at 138, Pusa at 149, Sirifort at 105, IGI Airport (T3) at 101, Commonwealth Sports Complex at 122, North Campus at 122, R K Puram at 122, ITO at 86, IIT Delhi at 140, DTU at 100, Wazirpur at 134, Jahangirpuri at 153, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium at 105, Anand Vihar at 105 and Cantonment Area at 105.

Five new sites added to India's Unesco Tentative List, taking tally to 78

Four sites, including Udaigiri Caves, in Madhya Pradesh and places linked to Satyagraha, present both in India and South Africa, are the five new additions to UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage for India, officials said on Tuesday. PIB Culture, in a post on X, described it as a proud milestone for the country's heritage. India's UNESCO Tentative List now has 78 sites, with 5 additions: Bagh Cave Paintings, Group of Temples of the Chambal Valley, Udaigiri Caves, Ginnorgarh, and the India-South Africa serial transnational proposal, Sites of Satyagraha. A proud milestone for India's rich heritage, it posted. The Udaigiri hill in Madhya Pradesh contains a rock-cut sacred ensemble developed primarily under Gupta patronage between the late 4th and early 5th centuries, according to the UNESCO website. The site includes twenty excavated caves, sculptural panels, inscriptions, circulation paths, rock surfaces bearing early marks and inscriptions, and associated topographical and ..

Weather Today, September 30: Rain and thunderstorms in several parts of India; Check IMD weather update for Delhi-NCR, UP, Bihar, MP, Bangalore, Rajasthan and other states

Weather Today September 30: India will showcase a diverse array of weather conditions across various regions. Madhya Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh are predicted to receive rainfall and thunderstorms, whereas Delhi-NCR can expect a predominantly dry atmosphere. Meanwhile, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh might experience partly cloudy skies with a chance of rain and brisk winds. In contrast, West Bengal and Punjab are forecasted to enjoy stable weather with minimal precipitation.

India's UNESCO Tentative List gets 5 new entries, 4 heritage sites from Madhya Pradesh

India's UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage sites has received five new additions, with four of them located in Madhya Pradesh. The new entries include the Udaigiri Caves, Bagh Cave Paintings, Group of Temples of the Chambal Valley and Ginnorgarh, along with a transnational proposal centred on the history of Satyagraha across India and South Africa.

Rs 11 Crore Matrimonial Fraud Racket Busted In Madhya Pradesh, 6 Arrested

The racket also has suspected international links, with callers based abroad allegedly helping the gang target victims by posing as prospective marriage partners, police said.

Major Crackdown on Leopard Poaching in Madhya Pradesh Leads to Arrests

Authorities in Madhya Pradesh have arrested ten suspects in a significant leopard poaching and trafficking case, with ongoing investigations. Major Crackdown on Leopard Poaching in Madhya Pradesh Leads to Arrests

Rahul Gandhi to Visit Madhya Pradeshs Balaghat on October 1 to Meet Families of Deceased Tribal Children

Rahul Gandhi plans to meet families of tribal children who died amid health crises in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, on October 1. Rahul Gandhi to Visit Madhya Pradeshs Balaghat on October 1 to Meet Families of Deceased Tribal Children

5 New Sites Added To India's UNESCO Tentative List For World Heritage

The Udaigiri hill in Madhya Pradesh contains a rock-cut sacred ensemble developed primarily under Gupta patronage between the late 4th and early 5th centuries, according to the UNESCO website.

Kalidas Festival Set to Take Place from November 21 to 27 in Madhya Pradesh

The Kalidas Festival in Madhya Pradesh will be held from November 21 to 27, featuring various cultural events and activities. Kalidas Festival Set to Take Place from November 21 to 27 in Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh Ranji Trophy Team Announced; Shubham Sharma To Lead in Absence Of Rajat Patidar

The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) on Tuesday announced a 17-member squad for the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season with middleorder batter Shubham Sharma as the captain.

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

Bhopal: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will visit Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh on October 1 and meet the families of more than 30 children who have died due to suspected infectious diseases in the last few months, his partys state unit said on Tuesday. State Congress president Jitu Patwari, in a post on social media Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Petitioner challenging CEC, ECI appointments law moves curative plea in Supreme Court

Cites reasonable apprehension of bias against a judge on the Supreme Court Bench whose son allegedly serves as the standing counsel for the Election Commission of India before the Madhya Pradesh High Court

Madhya Pradesh Minister Criticizes Rahul Gandhi for Spreading Lies During Visit

Minister Narendra Shivaji Patel accuses Rahul Gandhi of spreading falsehoods during his Madhya Pradesh visit, sparking controversy. Madhya Pradesh Minister Criticizes Rahul Gandhi for Spreading Lies During Visit

Four Historic Sites in Madhya Pradesh Added to UNESCOs Tentative World Heritage List

Four sites in Madhya Pradesh have been added to UNESCOs tentative World Heritage List, increasing the total to 19 in the state. Four Historic Sites in Madhya Pradesh Added to UNESCOs Tentative World Heritage List

Rahul to Meet Families of Children Who Died in MPs Balaghat

He questioned how long will children from poor and tribal families in Madhya Pradesh suffer due to apathy and inefficiency of the administration under the BJP rule.

Nurse 'Certificate' For Donkey Puts Registration On Hold In Madhya Pradesh

NSUI state vice-president Ravi Parmar claims he tested the council's online portal to check whether mandatory documents and an applicant's identity were verified before a registration certificate was issued.

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

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

MP Police seize 60 quintals of illegal cannabis in Khargone

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

Miscreants free NDPS accused from Odisha police custody in MP

Digital Desk | Sidhi, Sep 29 (IANS) In a daring daytime attack, miscreants arriving in multiple vehicles surrounded an Odisha Police team in the Chhuhiya Valley of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, on Tuesday and freed an NDPS accused from custody after opening fire and assaulting the officers. The incident occurred in the Rampur Naikin police station area near the Rewa-Sidhi border. According to Sidhi Superintendent of Police Santosh Kori, the Odisha Police team of eight personnel was escorting Aditya Mishra, an accused in a Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) case, from Odisha to the Rewa district court for production. The officers were properly armed. Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Kamla Joshi said the local police received a call from the Odisha team at around 11.25 a.m. as the police vehicle passed through the Chhuhiya Valley, three to four vehicles carrying the miscreants blocked its path, two from the front and one from the rear. The attackers opened fire, discharging two to three rounds, and assaulted the police officers with baseball bats and sticks. They smashed the vehicles windows, and in one account, a bullet punctured a tyre. Some reports indicate they used chilli spray in the officers eyes to disorient them. The miscreants then freed Aditya Mishra from custody, forced him into one of their vehicles, and fled the scene, reportedly heading towards Maihar. Despite the firing and assault, no Odisha Police personnel were reported injured. SP Kori confirmed that the Odisha team dialled emergency services after the attack. Local police from Sidhi and nearby stations were immediately alerted and rushed to the spot. Police have launched a large search operation, intensified vehicle checks, and efforts to identify the suspects. Police presence has been stepped up in the Chhuhiya Valley and surrounding areas. The incident has triggered a high alert in the region. Authorities are examining CCTV footage from the route and questioning locals for leads. Investigations are continuing jointly, with Sidhi police coordinating closely with their Odisha counterparts to trace the absconding accused and the gang that facilitated his escape.

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

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

4 Dead After 2 Cars Crash Off Delhi-Mumbai Expressway In Madhya Pradesh

The freak consecutive accidents left two women from Punjab and two men from Gujarat dead.

MP govt clears 20 pc reservation for Agniveers in uniformed services

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

Tragic Accidents on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Claim Four Lives in Ratlam

Four people died and eight were injured in two separate accidents on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh. Tragic Accidents on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Claim Four Lives in Ratlam

Madhya Pradesh Cabinet approves development proposals worth Rs 24,500 crore

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 29 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet meeting under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has accorded approval to proposals amounting to approximately Rs 24,500 crore. The package includes revised estimates, ongoing schemes and new works. A key decision is the sanction of the 105-kilometre Damoh-Katni road project at a cost of Rs 4,470 crore. The highway, listed in the partys manifesto, will strengthen connectivity across the Bundelkhand region and beyond. In the health sector, the Cabinet cleared a revised estimate of Rs 372 crore for the Singrauli medical college hospital. The revision will add beds and create capacity for an additional 150 MBBS seats, supplementing the existing 150-seat facility. Similarly, the revised cost estimate for the Chhindwara Institute of Medical Sciences was approved, raising the earlier figure of Rs 768 crore to Rs 953 crore. The enhanced allocation is intended to meet all pending requirements and enable early completion of the project. The Cabinet also decided that high-quality uniforms will be provided to 58 lakh students studying in Classes 1 to 8. Earlier plans for uniform distribution have been upgraded to ensure better quality standards. In a significant administrative measure, the School Education Department has completed nearly 900 long-pending compassionate appointments after a special drive. The Cabinet has directed all other departments to clear similar pending cases without delay. These decisions form the core outcomes of the Cabinet meeting and are aimed at accelerating infrastructure development, expanding medical education and healthcare facilities and improving educational support for school children across the state. Earlier, on September 22, the Madhya Pradesh Council of Ministers, meeting under the chairmanship of CM Mohan Yadav at the Mantralaya, had approved financial proposals worth approximately Rs 13,790 crore aimed at giving fresh impetus to infrastructure development, agricultural expansion and administrative strengthening across the state.

Four killed, eight injured in two accidents on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in MP

Digital Desk | Ratlam, Sep 29 (IANS) At least four people were killed and eight others injured in two separate road accidents on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district on Tuesday, police said. The accidents occurred within a span of about two hours on the eight-lane expressway under the jurisdiction of Jaora Industrial police station, with both cars plunging into a 30-40 feet deep gorge after hitting the central median. The first accident took place around 4:30 a.m. when a car carrying a family from Punjab, travelling from Ambala in Haryana to Mumbai, hit the median railing. The vehicle broke through a portion of the railing and fell into the gorge, police said. Narendra Kaur (67) and her daughter-in-law Manpreet Kaur (32), both from Punjab, died in the accident. Three other occupants, including an elderly man and two children, were injured. Prima facie, it appears that the driver may have become drowsy while driving at high speed and lost control of the vehicle, causing it to hit the railing, Jaora Industrial police station in-charge Prakash Gadariya said. Police reached the spot after receiving information from other motorists and shifted the injured to a hospital in Jaora. They were later referred to Ratlam Medical College for further treatment. While police personnel were examining the site of the first accident, another car carrying a family from Dahod in Gujarat met with an accident around 6:30 a.m., police said. The second vehicle, bearing registration number GJ20 CB 4610, reportedly went airborne after hitting the central median and fell into the gorge. The railing at the spot had been damaged in the first accident. Ravi Hatila (35), who was driving the second car, and Ramesh Makwana (50), both from Dahod, were killed. Four to five other occupants of the vehicle were injured. The railing had been damaged in the first accident, and while our personnel were conducting an inspection at the spot, the second car hit the median and fell into the gorge, Gadariya said. The Gujarat family was returning to Dahod after travelling to Uttar Pradesh for medical treatment of a family member. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding both accidents, including the condition of the road infrastructure and the factors that led to the vehicles losing control.

Madhya Pradesh Government Allocates

The Madhya Pradesh government will provide 600 for school uniforms to 5.8 million students from classes 1 to 8, benefiting families statewide. Madhya Pradesh Government Allocates 600 for School Uniforms to 5.8 Million Students

Opposition Leader Accuses Madhya Pradesh Government of Neglecting Malnutrition Crisis

Umang Singhar criticizes the Madhya Pradesh government for malnutrition deaths among children and wasted grain, calling for accountability. Opposition Leader Accuses Madhya Pradesh Government of Neglecting Malnutrition Crisis

Symbiotec Pharmalab surges after Pithampur facility gets EIR from US FDA

Symbiotec Pharmalab jumped 5.56% to Rs 1115.50 after the company announced the receipt of establishment inspection report (EIR) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) for its manufacturing facility in Pithampur (SEZ), Madhya Pradesh.

Late September rains bring winter-like chill to Delhi-NCR; more showers likely before dry spell

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Rain brought winter-like weather to Delhi-NCR residents in the early hours of Monday, with the national capital waking up to cooler conditions and cloudy skies. The region is likely to witness isolated rainfall on Tuesday, continuing the light spell recorded on Monday. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), dry weather is expected to set in from September 30, with mainly clear skies likely through the first week of October. Rain, thunderstorms and lightning are expected at isolated places across Delhi, Chandigarh and Haryana on Tuesday. Similar weather conditions are likely in Punjab. However, from September 30, mainly dry weather is expected over several parts of northwest India. As the southwest monsoon nears its final departure from the country, rainfall activity continues across several regions. While some areas are witnessing heavy showers, thunderstorms and strong winds have brought a noticeable change in weather conditions elsewhere. From the hilly states of North India to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Northeast India and several parts of South India, rainfall is expected. Some areas may also receive heavy rain accompanied by strong winds and lightning. According to the IMD, heavy rainfall is likely in Himachal Pradesh, parts of the Northeast, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and South Interior Karnataka. Rain and thunderstorm activity may also continue across Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh. Delhi had received 4.3 mm of rain at Safdarjung on Sunday morning, after recording 0.6 mm until 8.30 p.m. the previous evening, extending rainfall into the final days of September. The September 27 shower was the first rain recorded this late in the month since September 29, 2019, when 0.3 mm was recorded. The late-season rain arrived just four days after the southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 23. The IMD's normal withdrawal date for the national capital is September 25, based on the 1971-2019 period. This year's withdrawal was the earliest since 2002, when the monsoon exited Delhi on September 20. The 2026 monsoon arrived on July 2, five days later than the normal onset date of June 27. It lasted 83 days, seven days shorter than the normal duration. Delhi's rainfall pattern was also uneven during the season. Safdarjung recorded 728.6 mm of rainfall between June 1 and September 23, against the normal 629.7 mm, marking a surplus of 16 per cent. The seasonal rainfall was classified as normal by the IMD despite being above the long-period average. The late showers added at least another 4.3 mm at Safdarjung by Sunday morning. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR's air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category. Monitoring stations recorded AQI levels of 58 at Mandir Marg, 60 at Aya Nagar, 60 at Punjabi Bagh, 83 at CRRI Mathura Road, 67 at Sirifort, 72 at IGNOU-Maidan Garhi, 73 at Chandni Chowk, 58 at Burari Crossing, 69 at Anand Vihar, 82 at Mundka, 77 at Jahangirpuri, 70 at Okhla Phase-2 and 65 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

MP: Ujjain mosque portion removed voluntarily for road widening ahead of Simhastha

Digital Desk | Ujjain, Sep 28 (IANS) Members of the Muslim community on Monday began voluntarily removing a portion of the Shahi Masjid at Chhatri Chowk in Ujjain that falls within the alignment of a road being widened ahead of Simhastha 2028, following an agreement reached with the district administration. Ujjain Collector Roshan Kumar Singh said the decision followed a meeting held on Sunday night between senior officials, including him and Superintendent of Police Pradeep Sharma, and representatives of the Muslim community. It was agreed that community members would remove the portion of the religious structure that falls within the road-widening alignment. The removal work began on Monday morning in the presence of administrative and police officials. Members of the community themselves are removing the affected portion of the Shahi Masjid. The work is proceeding without any hindrance, Singh said in a statement issued on Monday night. The road-widening project is part of preparations for Simhastha 2028. It aims to improve connectivity and ease the movement of pilgrims and religious processions through congested areas of the temple city. The work was briefly disrupted in the morning after a crowd gathered at the site and stones were allegedly thrown at police personnel deployed there. Police used tear gas to disperse the crowd and brought the situation under control. Security was subsequently strengthened around Chhatri Chowk, while senior administrative and police officers remained at the site to supervise the work and maintain law and order. Singh appealed to residents to maintain peace and avoid believing or spreading rumours. People from all sections of society and all religions are enthusiastically participating in the road-widening work in response to the call of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. I appeal to the public not to heed rumours. The situation is peaceful and under control, he said. Ujjain City Qazi Khaliqur Rahman, along with community office-bearers and senior members, also appealed to Muslim community members to maintain peace and ignore rumours. They said the mosque issue had been resolved through mutual discussions and urged people to cooperate with the administration. Police said action was being taken against those involved in the morning disturbance and that CCTV footage and other recordings were being examined to identify those allegedly involved in the stone-pelting. Divisional Commissioner Ashish Singh, ADG Rakesh Gupta, DIG Navneet Bhasin, Collector Singh, SP Sharma and Municipal Commissioner Abhilash Mishra remained at the site with their teams to oversee the road-widening work and security arrangements. The affected portion of the mosque falls on an important road stretch in the old city being widened as part of preparations for Simhastha 2028, with the administration seeking to facilitate pilgrim movement and major religious processions during the event. Legal proceedings on the proposed removal also concluded on Monday, with the Madhya Pradesh High Courts Indore bench disposing of two appeals after petitioners told the court they had reached an agreement with the Ujjain Municipal Corporation. The court noted the agreement and the civic body's assurances and ended the appeals.

Khargone Police Bust Rs 3 Crore Cannabis Farm With Drone Tech

Madhya Pradesh police conducted a large-scale operation, 'Operation Prahar', in Khargone district, seizing cannabis plants worth nearly Rs 3 crore. Drones were instrumental in locating the illegal cultivation sites in remote tribal areas, leading to the confiscation of over 15,000 plants. Four accused are currently absconding, and cases have been registered under the NDPS Act.

Two tigers found dead in MP; electrocution suspected in Ratapani

Two tigers were found dead in separate incidents in Madhya Pradesh on Monday. A decomposed carcass was recovered near Dahod Dam in Ratapani Tiger Reserve, where suspected electrocution is being investigated, while an 11-month-old female tiger in Kanha may have died after a territorial fight

Ujjain mosque row ends with agreement on road widening

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has disposed of writ appeals concerning the partial demolition of Ujjain's Shahi Masjid for road widening ahead of Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2028, following an agreement between the Muslim side and the Ujjain Municipal Corporation. The agreement involves removing a smaller portion of the mosque than initially planned, relocating its minaret, and providing alternative shops. This resolution comes after earlier protests and arrests.

Ujjain mosque row: MP HC disposes of pleas by Muslim side

Indore: The Madhya Pradesh High Court on Monday disposed of two writ appeals regarding the removal of portions of Ujjains historic Shahi Masjid to facilitate road widening for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2028 after the Muslim side reached an agreement with the civic authorities. The Indore bench of Justices Subodh Abhyankar and Jai Kumar Pillai 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 .

Dr. A.K. Dwivedi Presents Second Edition of Homeopathy for Anemia to CM Mohan Yadav

Senior homoeopathic physician Dr. A.K. Dwivedi presents the second edition of his book Homeopathy for Anemia to Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav during the Prominence Award-2026 ceremony. Indore:

TN: Chidambaram demands halt to SIR as Congress protests voter deletions

Digital Desk | Karaikudi, Sep 28 (IANS) Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Monday demanded the immediate suspension of the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging that the exercise had removed millions of eligible voters and left them facing disenfranchisement. Chidambaram joined a Congress protest in Karaikudi, Sivagangai district, Tamil Nadu, as party workers demonstrated against what they termed vote chori and criticised Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He said the protest had drawn strong local support and reflected public anger at the Election Commission. Similar demonstrations were reported in Udupi (Karnataka), Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Hyderabad (Telangana), Jammu and Uttar Pradesh. The Congress has made the SIR and its demand for Kumars resignation central to its campaign. Chidambaram claimed that 13.3 crore adults had been removed from electoral rolls nationwide. That figure could not be independently verified from available Election Commission data and remains his allegation. Citing appeals arising from the SIR in West Bengal, he argued that many deleted voters would regain their places on the rolls if given an effective opportunity to challenge their removal. Earlier figures released by the Election Commission showed that about 91 per cent of appeals decided by tribunals in the state had resulted in names being restored. He noted, however, that this outcome could not establish how appeals across the country would be decided. Chidambaram said the Election Commission should take responsibility for what he described as illegal mass disenfranchisement. He called for the suspension of the SIR while it examined ways to restore eligible voters' names and provide redress. The Commission has defended the revision process, stating that all three election commissioners approved its SIR-related orders. It has also pointed to the appeal process available to those whose names are removed. The dispute now centres on whether safeguards can identify and correct wrongful deletions before voters lose their chance to cast a ballot.

Congress Transforms Voter List Protest into Political Campaign in Madhya Pradesh

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

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

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

Social media influencer Nidhi Tiwari dies by suicide at 30

Mumbai: Social media influencer Nidhi Tiwari died by suicide in her home in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. Nidhis body was reportedly found hanging at her home in Bhusa Mod on Saturday. As her family members reportedly took her to the hospital, the doctors declared her dead. While the exact reason behind her taking this massive step 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 .

Madhya Pradesh Government Enhances Welfare Measures for Education Department Employees

The Madhya Pradesh government has increased welfare measures for education department staff, issuing 851 compassionate appointments to families of deceased employees. Madhya Pradesh Government Enhances Welfare Measures for Education Department Employees

Social media influencer from Madhya Pradesh Nidhi Tiwari dies by suicide at 30

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Social media influencer Nidhi Tiwari died by suicide in her home in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. Nidhi's body was reportedly found hanging at her home in Bhusa Mod on Saturday. As her family members reportedly took her to the hospital, the doctors declared her dead. While the exact reason behind her taking this massive step is still not known, Nidhi's family has alleged that she was speaking to someone over the phone on Saturday evening before she allegedly died by suicide. It is being claimed that after the conversation, she even posted an emotional status on Facebook that read, Is adhure dil ko kisi ne pura nahi kiya maine khud se pura kar diya isliye kaha jata hai khud se pyar karo kisi aur se nahin khud mein khud ko talash karo kisi aur mei aakhir kab tak talasho ge khud ko. Later, she reportedly locked herself in her room, and when her family members came to check on her, she even refused to eat and asked them to leave her alone. When Nidhi did not open her door for a long time the next morning, the family contacted the police. The police are examining the conversations brought to light by the family, along with other circumstances preceding her death. The police have asked not to draw any conclusions about the reason for the suicide before the investigation is complete. According to locals, Nidhi wanted to make a career as an actress, and as part of working towards her dream, she was working as a model and regularly created digital content. Nidhi was using social media to build her public profile. She has even won the 'Miss Pretty India' title in 2024. The 30-year-old content creator had a total of 16 lakh followers, with around 900,000 followers on Facebook and 700,000 on Instagram.

Ujjain Violence | Ujjain Mosque Demolition Sparks Clashes, Stone-Pelting And Tear Gas

Stones were thrown at police and tear gas shells fired in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain on Monday during protests over the removal of a portion of the Shahi Masjid for a road-widening project ahead of Simhastha 2028. Some police personnel suffered minor injuries, officials said. Around 11 feet of the mosque near Chhatri Chowk falls within the proposed road alignment. The administration said the mosque committee had begun removing the portion itself following overnight discussions with community representatives. A large crowd had gathered near the mosque on Sunday and stayed through the night. An understanding was reportedly reached around 4-5 am, but people gathered again later in the morning and some began throwing stones at police.

Farmers son from a remote MP village cracked IIT Bombay, earned a dual degree, now has Rs 10,000 crore net worth and runs Bengaluru-based Groww

Lalit Keshre, co-founder and CEO of Bengaluru-based Groww, was raised in a farming family in Lepa, Madhya Pradesh and studied in the only English-medium school in his district before cracking IIT Bombay. He earned a dual degree in Electrical Engineering in 2004 and later worked at Flipkart before founding Groww in 2016. Today, Groww offers multiple financial products, while Forbes puts Keshres net worth at $1.1 billion.

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A non-profit organisation/NGO Wildlife SOS that positioned itself as a champion of animal welfare has now come under the limelight after two of its employees were taken into custody by the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department in connection with an alleged leopard poaching case, as reported in JanSatta. Wildlife SOS is also facing questions over its [] The post Wildlife SOS, An Animal Welfare NGO, Reportedly Linked To Elephant Smuggling From Nepal appeared first on The Commune .

Ujjain Shahi Masjid Demolition Sparks Clashes, Stone-Pelting; Police Fire Tear Gas

Ujjain witnessed tension as a large group clashed with police at the site where a portion of the Shahi Masjid was demolished for a road-widening project ahead of Simhastha 2028. The situation escalated after unidentified individuals allegedly pelted stones, prompting police to fire tear-gas shells to disperse the crowd. Heavy police deployment, including Rapid Action Force personnel, remains in the area. The Ujjain Municipal Corporation is removing structures falling within the proposed road alignment. A total of 272 structures have been marked for demolition as part of the project. Earlier, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated development works and personally participated in the demolition of his ancestral home, calling it an emotional but necessary sacrifice for the citys preparations for Simhastha.

Ujjain Tense After Clashes Break Out Over Shahi Masjid Partial Demolition Drive

Tension escalated sharply in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, on Monday morning after heavy clashes broke out between local residents and police forces near the historic Shahi Masjid. Security personnel deployed tear gas shells to disperse a crowd that engaged in stone-pelting to block the administrations road-widening project. The Root of the Conflict The dispute centres on [] The post Ujjain Tense After Clashes Break Out Over Shahi Masjid Partial Demolition Drive appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Madhya Pradesh Influencer Nidhi Tiwari With 16 Lakh Followers Dies By Suicide

Her family claimed Nidhi was speaking to someone over the phone on Saturday evening when she allegedly died by suicide.

Som Distilleries jumps after MP High Court orders renewal of excise licences

Som Distilleries & Breweries jumped 6.83% to Rs 79.35 after the Madhya Pradesh High Court ordered the renewal of the company's manufacturing excise licences.

Tension escalates in Ujjain over Shahi Masjid portion removal; tear gas fired as stone-pelting continues

Digital Desk | Ujjain, Sep 28 (IANS) A tense situation gripped parts of Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh on Monday morning as protests against the proposed partial removal of the historic Shahi Masjid turned restive, with stone-pelting reported and police resorting to tear gas shells to disperse the crowd. A heavy police force remains deployed around the mosque complex amid ongoing preparations for the Simhastha 2028 event. The unrest centres on road-widening work along an approximately 900-metre stretch from Kanthal Square to Gopal Mandir. Authorities are expanding the route to 15 metres to manage the expected large influx of pilgrims during the major Hindu religious gathering. Several religious structures fall within the projects alignment. Officials note that most of around 60 such structures along the route have already been cleared. However, the Shahi Masjid and a nearby mazar close to the Khade Hanuman Mandir have become focal points of opposition in recent days. The Shahi Masjid, described by community members as a centuries-old Waqf property (with some accounts dating it to around 1390), is proposed for partial demolition affecting portions of the prayer hall, a minaret, and related structures. The Madhya Pradesh High Court in Indore had earlier dismissed petitions challenging the Ujjain Municipal Corporations notices, citing public interest and traffic needs for the upcoming Simhastha. A further hearing related to the matter was scheduled for Monday at the Indore High Court. Anticipating possible enforcement, authorities deployed nearly 2,000 police personnel along with heavy machinery, including earthmoving machines. Members of the Muslim community began gathering at the Shahi Masjid complex and adjoining roads from Saturday night, raising slogans. The protests continued through Sunday night. Barricades were erected on the Kanthal-Gopal Mandir route to restrict movement, and surveillance was conducted using drone cameras. Police and Rapid Action Force units maintained a strong presence. On Monday, as the situation remained charged, some youths continued pelting stones at police personnel even as tear gas shells were fired repeatedly, police sources said. More than a dozen and a half shells were used in efforts to disperse the gathering. Tension continued at the site while forces worked to restore order. In a related incident during law-and-order duties, Crime Branch TI Pushpa Panchal sustained an injury to her hand. According to police, a group of women was advancing during the protest. While the female police contingent attempted to move them away safely, officers approached the group, who were using a sheet as cover. The corner of the sheet cut TI Panchals hand. She received first aid, and her hand was bandaged. Police confirmed that none of the protesting women was injured and all remained safe. The administration has emphasised that the road-widening forms part of broader infrastructure upgrades for Simhastha 2028, which is expected to draw crores of devotees. Similar actions have been taken against numerous other religious and non-religious structures across the city to ease congestion near key sites, including the Mahakaleshwar Temple area. Community representatives have called for the mosque to be spared, while authorities maintain that the work proceeds under legal processes and development plans. As of the latest reports, a large police contingent continues to maintain security around the mosque, with efforts focused on preventing further escalation while the High Court hearing proceeds.

Crowd clashes with cops, pelts stones over Shahi Masjid demolition in Ujjain; police fire tear gas

Tension escalated in Madhya Pradesh 's Ujjain district on Monday (September 28) during protests against the proposed removal of a portion of the Shahi Masjid as part of a road-widening project. A large group of people clashed with police at the site, with stone-pelting reported during the confrontation.

Ujjain Mosque Row Escalates, Police Use Tear Gas Amid Road Widening Work

Madhya Pradesh: Road widening work ahead of Simhastha 2028 has triggered tension in Ujjain over the proposed removal of portions of the Shahi Masjid. Members of the Muslim community gathered at the mosque and opposed the move, with police deployed as the situation escalated. Tear gas was reportedly used amid the ruckus.

Nidhi Tiwari, social media influencer from Madhya Pradesh's Singrauli, dies by suicide at 30

A shocking incident has emerged from the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh. Nidhi Tiwari, a local social media influencer, died by suicide by hanging. She was just 30 years old. The extent of her popularity was evident from her 1.6 million social media followers.

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

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

Ujjain Police Shoot Absconding Murder Accused In Encounter

Two men, Sonu Pasi and Vijay Suryavanshi, wanted for the murder of two brothers in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, were shot in the legs by police during an alleged escape attempt. The accused were detained and tried to flee while being transported, pelting stones at officers before being recaptured. The incident stems from a family dispute that escalated into a fatal clash in July.

Consumers brace for 3-day bank strike; certain banks open on Sunday

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BoB), Punjab National Bank (PNB) and several other public sector banks are open on Sunday (September 27), giving customers an opportunity to complete their banking work before a proposed three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to September 30. The special Sunday opening applies to public sector banks (PSBs) and regional rural banks (RRBs), following a direction aimed at ensuring the availability of regular banking services ahead of the proposed strike. Customers who need to visit a branch for important banking work can therefore use the additional working day, subject to the operational arrangements and staffing at individual branches. The decision to open PSBs and RRBs on Sunday was taken following a meeting held on September 21 between officials from the Finance Ministry, public sector banks, regional rural banks, the Indian Banks' Association (IBA) and NABARD. The move assumes significance as September 26 and 27 fall on Saturday and Sunday, respectively. With the proposed bank strike scheduled immediately after the weekend, customers could otherwise have faced several consecutive days with limited access to physical branch services. The Sunday opening has consequently been planned to provide an additional opportunity to complete important banking transactions before the strike. Among the public sector banks operating today are State Bank of India, Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, Indian Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, UCO Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Overseas Bank and Punjab & Sind Bank. The arrangement also covers 28 regional rural banks across the country. These include Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank, Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank, Assam Gramin Bank, Bihar Gramin Bank, Chhattisgarh Gramin Bank, Gujarat Gramin Bank, Haryana Gramin Bank, Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank, Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank, Jharkhand Gramin Bank, Karnataka Grameena Bank, Kerala Grameena Bank, Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank, Maharashtra Gramin Bank, Manipur Rural Bank, Meghalaya Rural Bank, Mizoram Rural Bank, Nagaland Rural Bank, Odisha Grameen Bank, Puducherry Grama Bank, Punjab Gramin Bank, Rajasthan Gramin Bank, Tamil Nadu Grama Bank, Telangana Grameena Bank, Tripura Gramin Bank, Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank, Uttarakhand Gramin Bank and West Bengal Gramin Bank. However, the Sunday opening arrangement does not automatically extend to private sector banks. The special Sunday banking arrangement comes ahead of the proposed three-day nationwide strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) and other bank unions from September 28 to September 30.

Fujiyama Power to set up 1.2 GW solar plant in MP to strengthen value chain

Solar energy and power backup solutions provider Fujiyama Power Systems is setting up a 1.2 GW solar cell manufacturing facility in Madhya Pradesh as part of its 2030 vision to become an integrated renewable energy player, its MD Pawan Garg said. The greenfield project is expected to start solar cell production using advanced TopCon technology by the end of the ongoing fiscal year, the official told PTI in an interaction. Post start of the commercial operations, the company's total cell capacity will reach 2.3 GW. Fujiyama operates a 1.1 GW cell plant in Dadri, Uttar Pradesh. Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact (TOPCon) technology is more efficient than conventional solar cell architectures, specifically Passivated Emitter and Rear Cell (PERC). We are setting up a new 1.2 GW solar cell manufacturing plant at Ratlam in Madhya Pradesh. This backward integration project will strengthen our value chain, reducing dependence on the open market, Garg said. The project is being set up with

Ujjain road widening: CM Mohan Yadav's ancestral home, sister Kalawati's house come under demolition drive

Demolition work is set to begin today on the houses of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and his sister, Kalawati Yadav, as the properties fall within the scope of a road-widening project in Ujjain. The road expansion is being carried out as part of preparations for the Simhastha 2028 event. A demolition drive is currently underway in the city's Abdalpura area, with the Chief Minister's ancestral home and his sisters house among the properties being affected.

IMD issues red alert in U'khand; heavy rain likely in Himachal, UP

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a warning regarding torrential rain and thunder strikes in Uttarakhand. Heavy rainfall is also anticipated in Himachal Pradesh and western Uttar Pradesh. IMD has predicted rainfall in Delhi over the next three days. As rains lashed Uttarakhand on Saturday, the Meteorological Department issued a 'red alert' for the districts of Dehradun, Tehri, Haridwar, and Pauri. The Char Dham Yatra has been suspended in view of the adverse weather conditions. Meanwhile, temperatures have dropped sharply due to snowfall in the high-altitude areas of Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, and Uttarkashi. Due to the impact of a depression formed over north-eastern Madhya Pradesh and adjoining northern Chhattisgarh, heavy to very heavy rainfall -- and in some places, extremely heavy or exceptionally heavy rainfall -- is expected in Uttarakhand and parts of northern Uttar Pradesh on Sunday. According to the information shared by the IMD on the social media platform 'X', the depression formed over south-eastern Uttar Pradesh has moved north-northwestwards at a speed of 12 km/h over the past six hours. Consequently, it was located approximately 40 km southeast of Lucknow, 80 km east-northeast of Kanpur, 110 km south-southwest of Bahraich, and 260 km southeast of Bareilly. There is a high probability that it will continue moving north-northwestwards across eastern Uttar Pradesh and gradually weaken into a 'well-marked low-pressure area' in the same region over the next six hours. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather pattern in Delhi-NCR underwent a change following rainfall on Saturday evening. People experienced a slight chill on Sunday morning. The IMD has forecasted rain in the national capital over the next three days. Meanwhile, an 'orange alert' for rain has been issued for Jharkhand for Sunday. Additionally, a 'yellow alert' for rain has been issued for Madhya Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Telangana, Marathwada, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Puducherry, and Tamil Nadu. For Monday, a 'yellow alert' for rain has been issued for Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir, while strong winds are expected in coastal Andhra Pradesh.

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Receives Death Threat; Suspect Arrested in Mumbai

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav received a death threat via emergency service. A suspect has been arrested in Mumbai. Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Receives Death Threat; Suspect Arrested in Mumbai

MP govt eyes tourism, energy to boost industry: CM Yadav

Digital Desk | Indore, Sep 27 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh is seeking to expand its industrial and economic base by developing emerging sectors such as religious and medical tourism while strengthening energy and land infrastructure for investors, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Saturday. Addressing the launch of the Indore chapter of the Hindu Economic Forum, Yadav said the state had the basic resources required for industrial expansion, including surplus electricity and an adequate land bank. Madhya Pradesh currently leads in sectors most essential for industries. The state has surplus electricity and an adequate land bank, and continuous efforts are being made to provide all necessary facilities to industries, he stated. He added that the government was exploring new avenues in the energy sector, including solar power generation over water bodies, while strengthening hydropower sources. Yadav said the state was working to develop new industrial sectors and create a favourable environment for investment, with employment generation as a key objective. Highlighting growth in Madhya Pradeshs per capita income, he noted it had risen from around Rs 11,000 in 2002-03 to Rs 1.40 lakh in 2022 and Rs 1.67 lakh in 2026. Within a period of 10 to 12 years, the wheels of development have accelerated. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accelerated the countrys economic growth, and Madhya Pradesh is successfully translating MoUs signed for industrial development into ground-level reality, he said. The Chief Minister stressed that entrepreneurs had an important role in the countrys economic progress, with expanding economic activity creating employment opportunities. Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India V. Anantha Nageswaran said India was progressing rapidly with a growth rate of 7.8 per cent, expected to rise further. He noted that Indias trade with foreign countries was steadily expanding. The event also featured a presentation on the World Hindu Congress, whose three editions were held in New Delhi (2014), Chicago (2018) and Bangkok (2023). The fourth edition is scheduled in Mumbai from December 18 to 20, 2026. The event screened a documentary showcasing the World Hindu Congress's activities.

CM Mohan Yadav Praises Bhopal Master Plan 2047 Amid Congress Criticism

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

Weakening Depression Hits UP-MP Border; IMD Warns of Fresh System Brewing in Andaman Sea

The active depression over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining northern Chhattisgarh has accelerated rapidly towards the north-northwest direction at a speed of 25 km/h over the past six hours. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system centered near the border of northeast Madhya Pradesh and southeast Uttar Pradesh during the afternoon hours of [] The post Weakening Depression Hits UP-MP Border; IMD Warns of Fresh System Brewing in Andaman Sea appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued for 13 Districts in Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh faces heavy rainfall warnings affecting 13 districts, with significant rainfall already recorded in several areas. Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued for 13 Districts in Madhya Pradesh

Rajasthan: Three, including two medical students, killed in Udaipur crash

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 26 (IANS) Three people, including two MBBS students, were killed and two others critically injured after a speeding car collided head-on with a trailer on the Debari-Amberi National Highway in Udaipur on Saturday afternoon. The accident occurred around 3:30 p.m. near the Ramdevji Temple in the Pratapnagar police station area. Police said a Honda City travelling from Debari towards Amberi first hit a road divider after the driver apparently lost control. The car then crossed into the opposite lane and collided with an oncoming trailer. The impact left the vehicle mangled, trapping its occupants inside. Additional Superintendent of Police Umesh Ojha confirmed that all four occupants were MBBS students at Pacific Medical College in Umarda, Udaipur. The deceased were identified as Uday Bansal, a resident of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and Ruchika Parihar, 25, from Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. Police said a third person also died in the crash. The injured include Shashank Singh, son of Lakshminarayan and a resident of Haryana, who sustained serious injuries and was admitted to a private hospital. Another female student travelling in the car was also critically injured. Police said efforts were underway to confirm the identity of the third deceased person and the injured woman. Residents and police worked together to extricate the victims from the wreckage. The bodies of the deceased were taken to the mortuary, while the two critically injured were rushed to hospital. Their condition was reported to be serious. The accident caused significant traffic disruption on the highway, with vehicles queuing on both sides. Police deployed a crane to remove the wrecked car and trailer from the road, restoring traffic flow after clearing the scene. Preliminary investigation suggests the car lost control, struck the divider, and entered the opposite lane before colliding with the trailer. Police have launched a probe into the incident.

At least four killed, three injured after electrocution at Ganesh pandal in Madhya Pradesh

According to survivors, a short circuit in the music amplifier sent a live wire to the metal grill of the temples pandal, shocking seven people

At least four killed, three injured after electrocution at Ganesh pandal in Madhya Pradesh

According to survivors, a short circuit in the music amplifier sent a live wire to the metal grill of the temples pandal, shocking seven people

NCW Chief Vijaya Rahatkar interacts with working women in Gwalior

Digital Desk | Gwalior, Sep 26 (IANS) National Commission for Women Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar on Saturday began a four-day visit to Madhya Pradesh from Gwalior where she interacted with working women and discussed issues related to empowerment. In a message on X, Rahatkar shared details of her schedule and said, Starting today, I am beginning a four-day tour of Madhya Pradesh. During this journey, I will have the opportunity to participate in many programs being organised in Gwalior and Shivpuri districts. By travelling to every corner of the country to infuse new energy into the campaign for women's empowerment, by meeting women at the grassroots level and engaging in conversations with them, and by closely understanding their hopes and experiences this is my small effort, she said on X. Her engagements in Gwalior over two days include a visit to Central Jail, Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education and Shri Pitambara Peeth near Datia Railway Station. Meetings with local representatives and interaction with Maharashtra Samaj in Jayendraganj, Shinde Ki Chhawani were also scheduled. On the third day of her visit to Shivpuri, Rahatkar is scheduled to undertake a Mahila Jansunvai; lead consultations on state specific women related issues, visit a Sakhi One Stop Centre and chair a review meeting with senior district administrative and police officials at the collectorate meeting hall. On the final day of her state visit, the NCW Chairperson will be back in Gwalior to hold a Mahila Jansunvai, interact with district administrative and police officials and take part in Yadhodha AI and She Serves programmes involving the youth at LNIPE and a private university. Earlier, Rahatkar visited Hussainiwala Border in Punjabs Ferozepur. In a message on X, she said, My visit to Hussainiwala Border, Ferozepur (Punjab) was not just a trip for me, but an unforgettable experience of pride and gratitude toward the nation. When I reached the Hussainiwala border and saw that the border of another country was just a few steps away, a deep feeling stirred in my heartthat our citizens are so secure because our border guardians are protecting the country with such vigilance and dedication, she said. After a visit to the National Martyrs Memorial, she wrote, The visit to the National Martyrs Memorial at Hussainiwala was an extremely emotional experience for me. On this sacred land, the echoes of the sacrifice of martyrs Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev can still be felt today. Seeing their letters and documents preserved in the museum deeply touched my heart. In these letters, the indomitable courage of those three young revolutionaries and their resolve to dedicate their lives to the nation are evident. The youth of today should draw inspiration from this selfless patriotism and play their role in building the country, she said. Visiting the samadhi of Martyr Bhagat Singh's mother, Vidyavati Ji, was a particularly poignant moment for me. For a mother, losing her child is the greatest sorrow, and perhaps the greatest pride could be that her son devoted his life to the nation. Expressing that maternal pain and maternal pride in words is difficult, said Rahatkar.

Tragic Car Accident in Madhya Pradesh Leads to Action Against Temple Staff

A tragic car accident near a temple in Agar Malwa results in eight deaths and the dismissal of 12 temporary staff members responsible for parking. Tragic Car Accident in Madhya Pradesh Leads to Action Against Temple Staff

Tragic Drowning Claims Lives of Three Youths During Ganesh Immersion in Madhya Pradesh

Three young men drowned during Ganesh immersion in Badnawar, prompting condolences from Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and financial aid for their families. Tragic Drowning Claims Lives of Three Youths During Ganesh Immersion in Madhya Pradesh

74 cadets join CAA IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program in its largest-ever induction

New batch begins structured cadet pilot training across CAAs flying training bases in Madhya Pradesh Gurugram (Haryana) [India], September 26: Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA) has inducted 74 cadets into the

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

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

Institutional differences should not be politicised: Jitan Ram Manjhi

Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 26 (IANS) Union MSME Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Saturday targeted opposition leaders over the ongoing political debate surrounding reported differences of opinion within the Election Commission of India, including those concerning Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He said those attempting to politicise differences of opinion within an institution were inexperienced, arguing that differing views can arise during deliberations in various constitutional and governmental bodies. Manjhi cited Cabinet meetings, Election Commission proceedings, and deliberations involving judges as examples where different views may emerge. His remarks come amid controversy over reports that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had raised objections on several matters over 10 months. The Election Commission has said that individual observations and differing views are part of its normal internal deliberative process and maintained that its final decisions were taken unanimously. Manjhi said a difference of opinion does not necessarily mean that every individuals view will prevail, adding that the institutions prescribed decisionmaking process ultimately determines the outcome. Separately, Manjhi wrote a letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking adequate speaking time for Members of Parliament belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) during parliamentary discussions on important Bills. BJP MP Gajendra Singh Patel, who represents the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency in Madhya Pradesh, raised the issue during an NDA MPs Group Dialogue Meeting held at Manjhis residence on August 5. Manjhi subsequently raised the matter with the Lok Sabha Speaker in a letter dated September 16. Speaking to journalists at his residence in Gaya on Saturday, Manjhi explained how the NDA parliamentary group functioned during the 20242029 term. He said groups of around 1415 MPs meet under a minister's leadership, either at the beginning or end of a parliamentary session, to discuss issues of concern. MPs raise all kinds of issues and concerns they feel are important during these meetings. It is my practice that whenever an MP speaks, voices a grievance, or offers a suggestion, I write to the relevant ministry. I inform them that the MP has raised these points and request that necessary action be taken, Manjhi said. He added that Patel had specifically raised concerns that SC and ST MPs were not getting sufficient opportunities to speak during discussions on important Bills. The issue raised was that MPs from Dalit and Mahadalit communities get fewer opportunities to speak. I wrote to the Speaker about this; although, strictly speaking, I should have written to the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, I wrote directly to the Speaker. There is no political angle to this, Manjhi said. He stressed that the matter was not personal but related to concerns raised by Members of Parliament. This is not a personal matter; rather, it is an issue raised by Members of Parliament, and since I am the leader of the group, I need to convey these concerns to the concerned ministry. That is why I wrote a letter to the Speaker regarding this matter, he said.

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

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

Very heavy rain alert issued in 13 districts of Madhya Pradesh

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

Child's Death, Judges' Own Experience Prompt Madhya Pradesh High Court Crackdown On Noise Pollution

Live wire snaps onto men at MP Ganesh pandal, 4 dead

Four men were electrocuted and three others injured when a live power cable snapped and fell on them while they slept inside a Ganesh pandal in Mandla, Madhya Pradesh. A preliminary probe suggests a short circuit caused the wire to break, with the incident occurring after power supply resumed.

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

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

Odisha Weather Alert: Depression Weakens, Thunderstorm Warning Issued

A persistent weather depression centred over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining north Chhattisgarh continues its north-northwestward journey, bringing heavy precipitation across central and eastern India. While the system is expected to lose intensity over the next 12 to 24 hours, meteorologists have sounded a high alert for Odisha, where intense rainfall and thunderstorms threaten multiple [] The post Odisha Weather Alert: Depression Weakens, Thunderstorm Warning Issued appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

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Heavy Rain Disrupts Life in Dindori, Schools and Anganwadi Centers Closed

Continuous heavy rainfall in Dindori, Madhya Pradesh, has disrupted daily life, leading to school closures and safety advisories. Heavy Rain Disrupts Life in Dindori, Schools and Anganwadi Centers Closed

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Delhi-NCR wakes up to pleasant weather as rain, thunderstorms likely over next three days

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Delhi-NCR woke up to pleasant weather and cool winds on Saturday, with light to moderate rainfall expected over the next two to three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Saturday, warning of thunderstorms and gusty winds of up to 30 kmph. The expected rainfall is likely to provide some relief from the recent heat as the national Capital moves into the post-monsoon period. Rainfall is expected on Saturday, Sunday and Monday as a depression over Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh moves towards Uttar Pradesh and interacts with a weak western disturbance. While heavier rainfall is expected in parts of Uttarakhand and north-western Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana and north Rajasthan are likely to receive lighter showers. Similar weather conditions are expected to prevail on Sunday, while there is also a possibility of light rain on Monday. The change in weather is attributed to a cyclonic circulation in the lower atmosphere over north-western Uttar Pradesh and adjoining areas. The southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 23, two days ahead of its normal withdrawal date, marking the earliest retreat from the national Capital since 2002. Despite the early withdrawal, weather officials said the prevailing weather systems could continue to bring scattered showers and thunderstorms over the next few days. Cloudy skies and moist easterly winds helped keep temperatures lower in Delhi on Friday. The maximum temperature settled at 33 degrees Celsius, one degree below normal, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 24.2 degrees Celsius. For Saturday, the IMD has forecast a maximum temperature of 32-34 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 22-23 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, a weather system over Chhattisgarh and Odisha, along with a fresh spell associated with a trough in the upper atmosphere, is expected to bring heavy rainfall across a wide stretch of the country on Saturday, according to the IMD. At the centre of the weather activity is a depression that formed over south Odisha and adjoining south Chhattisgarh. Uttar Pradesh is likely to witness intense rainfall activity over the next two days, the IMD said on Friday, issuing a red alert for several districts. The weather agency warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall at several places and extremely heavy rainfall at isolated locations. The state government has placed district administrations on alert in view of the forecast till September 27. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, taking note of the forecast of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and the situation arising from flash floods, directed district magistrates of the concerned districts to maintain special vigilance and visit the field to monitor arrangements. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category. The AQI recorded at various monitoring stations was 63 at NSUT Jaffarpur, 65 at Punjabi Bagh, 68 at Shadipur, 85 at Sirifort, 67 at Chandni Chowk, 65 at Commonwealth Sports Complex, 56 at JNU, 72 at Alipur, 63 at R K Puram, 77 at Anand Vihar, 84 at Mundka, 68 at Vivek Vihar, 120 at Rohini, 129 at Wazirpur and 91 at Nehru Nagar.

Pitrupaksha Rituals Begin at Betwa River in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh

The 16-day Pitrupaksha rituals commenced in Vidisha, allowing devotees to honor their ancestors at the Betwa River. Pitrupaksha Rituals Begin at Betwa River in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh

Police cordons Jantar Mantar, deploys more men at EC office amid protests

Delhi Police have increased security measures outside the Election Commission of India due to planned protests. The protests are organized by the Delhi Congress over electoral roll revisions, demanding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar. Additional protests are also taking place across different states including Madhya Pradesh and Punjab, targeting the Chief Election Commissioner. Opposition parties are preparing to initiate impeachment proceedings against Kumar in Parliament over alleged irregularities.

Ganesh Visarjan: Four drown, five feared dead in separate incidents in MP

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MP: Six youths drown during Ganesh idol immersion

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

Congress Leader Critiques Madhya Pradeshs Old Bus Service Initiative

Congress leader Jitu Patwari criticizes Madhya Pradeshs new bus service for using old vehicles, questioning their safety and fitness. Congress Leader Critiques Madhya Pradeshs Old Bus Service Initiative

Madhya Pradesh CM Highlights Deendayal Upadhyayas Vision for Self-Reliant India

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

CESC arm Purvah Green Power signs agreement with Prism Johnson Ltd to develop 49.5 MW wind project

Purvah Green Power Private Ltd (PGPPL) signed a power supply agreement with Prism Johnson Ltd to develop a 49.5 MW wind project in Madhya Pradesh. The project will be established by KUS Renewable Ltd (KRPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of PGPPL. The date of commercial operation is January 25, 2028. The project will supply renewable power to Prism Johnson's manufacturing operations in the state for 25 years.