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Madhya Pradesh

Newly Appointed Chairpersons of Various Madhya Pradesh Boards Assumed Office
Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Newly Appointed Chairpersons of Various Madhya Pradesh Boards Assumed Office

Assumed Responsibilities Through Traditional Ceremonies After Paying Tribute to Great Leaders at BJP State Office Bhopal, May 12, 2026:During a dignified ceremony held at the Bharatiya Janata Party State Office on Tuesday, the newly appointed chairpersons and office bearers of various boards under the Madhya Pradesh Government formally assumed their responsibilities through traditional rituals and official procedures. The program was held in the presence of BJP State President and MLA Hemant Khandelwal. On this occasion, Pankaj Joshi assumed charge as Chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Khadi and Village Industries Board, Satyendra Bhushan Singh took charge as Chairman of the Small Industries Corporation, Prabhudayal Kushwah assumed office as Chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Kush Kalyan Boa...
Administration Takes Strict Action on Black Spots Along Indore–Ichhapur Road
Madhya Pradesh, State

Administration Takes Strict Action on Black Spots Along Indore–Ichhapur Road

Joint Inspection Conducted at Bherughat and Baygram Areas; Directions Issued for Road Safety Improvements Indore, May 12, 2026:Taking serious note of the increasing road accidents and traffic-related issues on the Indore–Ichhapur Road, a joint team of administrative and police officials conducted a detailed inspection of the black spot areas at Bherughat and Baygram on Tuesday. During the inspection, several important measures were discussed to strengthen road safety arrangements and effectively control accidents. The joint inspection was carried out under the leadership of Superintendent of Police Rajendra Kumar Verma. The inspection team included Deputy Superintendent of Police Umakant Choudhary, Traffic Deputy Superintendent of Police Nilin Singh, RI Yogendra Singh Bhati, along wi...
Collector Shivam Verma’s Sensitive Initiative Brings New Hope to Land Demarcation Case
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Collector Shivam Verma’s Sensitive Initiative Brings New Hope to Land Demarcation Case

Nilesh Panchal’s Issue Moves Towards Resolution Through Prompt Administrative Action Indore, May 12, 2026:The Indore district administration has demonstrated sensitivity, transparency, and promptness in addressing the land demarcation issue of Mr. Nilesh Panchal, a resident of Ambachandan village in Indore district. During the public hearing, Mr. Panchal presented his grievance before Collector Shivam Verma, where he was assured of proper guidance and timely resolution of the matter by the administration. Mr. Nilesh Panchal stated that he had submitted an application for the demarcation of his land in March; however, the process could not proceed due to a technical error in the revenue map. Taking the matter seriously, Collector Shivam Verma immediately directed the concerned SDM and...
Film-Style Ambush on NH-44: Narsinghpur Police Seize 152 kg Ganja Worth ₹50 Lakh
Madhya Pradesh, State

Film-Style Ambush on NH-44: Narsinghpur Police Seize 152 kg Ganja Worth ₹50 Lakh

In a major anti-drug operation, Narsinghpur police intercepted 152 kilograms of illegal ganja on National Highway-44, valued at approximately ₹50 lakh in the international market. The consignment was being transported from Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh, to Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, when police traced and apprehended the smugglers. The operation began after a tip-off alerted authorities about a large consignment moving along NH-44. Acting swiftly, the Kotwali police set up strategic checkpoints. A suspicious pickup vehicle bearing registration number CG 06 M 0931 was spotted speeding along the highway. Police pursued the vehicle and executed a precise ambush near Kapuri T-junction, successfully stopping it. Upon searching the vehicle, authorities discovered numerous empty crates. A closer in...
Baglamukhi Temple to Remain Closed for Rituals During Lunar Eclipse on March 3
Madhya Pradesh, State

Baglamukhi Temple to Remain Closed for Rituals During Lunar Eclipse on March 3

Agar Malwa: Devotees planning to visit the world-famous Maa Baglamukhi Temple in Nalkheda, Agar Malwa, should note that the temple will remain closed for all worship and rituals on Tuesday, 3 March 2026, due to the lunar eclipse. The temple management has issued prior notice to avoid inconvenience to visitors. Timing of Sutak PeriodThe eclipse’s sutak period will begin at 6:20 AM on 3 March. From this time, all darshan (temple viewing), havan (fire rituals), poojas, and other religious activities will be completely suspended. Entry to the sanctum sanctorum will remain prohibited, and the temple doors will stay closed until the lunar eclipse ends. Regular worship and rituals, including havan, will resume on 4 March 2026 at 6:00 AM after the Mangala Aarti, when the temple gates reopen. ...
MP High Court Overturns Bhopal Collector’s Order, Directs 1,000 Cartridges for Shooters
Madhya Pradesh, State

MP High Court Overturns Bhopal Collector’s Order, Directs 1,000 Cartridges for Shooters

Bhopal: In a major decision favoring sports shooters, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed the Bhopal Collector to immediately issue 1,000 cartridges to each shooter affiliated with the Rifle Association of India. The order comes after a challenge to the administration’s reduction in cartridge allocation. The bench, headed by Justice Vishal Mishra, ruled in favor of the petitioners. Background of the Case Earlier, the Bhopal Collector had cut down the cartridge quota for 30 shooters, citing that the players were not participating in enough competitions. Under the Arms Act, specific quotas exist for shooters based on their category. Senior shooters can receive up to 1 lakh cartridges per year, keeping 50,000 at a time, while emerging players are entitled to 30,000 cartridges ann...
Minor Gives Birth in Examination Hall Washroom in Dhar; Family Unaware of Pregnancy
Madhya Pradesh, State

Minor Gives Birth in Examination Hall Washroom in Dhar; Family Unaware of Pregnancy

Dhar, Madhya Pradesh: A shocking incident unfolded at a private examination center in Dhar district during the ongoing 10th board examinations, when a female student gave birth in the washroom. The minor, whose family was unaware of her pregnancy, was immediately admitted to the Community Health Center. Police have registered a case, and an investigation is underway. Sudden Labor During ExamThe student was appearing for her mathematics paper when she suddenly experienced severe abdominal pain. She proceeded to the washroom, where she delivered a baby. Emergency services (108 Ambulance) were called, and both the student and the newborn were taken to the Community Health Center. The incident occurred at a private school in Housing Board Colony, under Sector-1 police station jurisdiction. ...
Guna Mother Cleared of Son’s Death Murder Charges: High Court Slams Lower Court
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Guna Mother Cleared of Son’s Death Murder Charges: High Court Slams Lower Court

Guna/Gwalior: Justice has finally been delivered for Alka Jain, a mother who was wrongfully accused of murdering her only son, Abhyuday Jain, after his tragic death. The police had initially named her the prime suspect, placing her in custody while she was still grieving. The Gwalior Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court has now quashed all charges against her, calling the lower court’s decision “entirely based on imaginary assumptions.” Tragic Death of a Young Boy Alka Jain, married to Anupam Jain on June 1, 2006, gave birth to their son Abhyuday on February 1, 2011. Due to her husband’s job transfer, she was living in Guna with her 15-year-old son. On February 14, 2025, she found Abhyuday hanging in their bathroom. She rushed him to the district hospital, but doctors declared him ...
Dispute Deepens Over Bhojshala: Muslim Side Calls ASI Report ‘Misleading’, Rejects Temple-Origin Claim
Madhya Pradesh, State

Dispute Deepens Over Bhojshala: Muslim Side Calls ASI Report ‘Misleading’, Rejects Temple-Origin Claim

Dhar (Madhya Pradesh): The long-standing dispute over the Bhojshala complex in Dhar has intensified after Muslim representatives rejected the recent Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) report, calling it “misleading” and announcing their decision to challenge it in the High Court on March 16. The ASI report, based on scientific examination and excavation, has concluded that the present structure—identified as Kamal Maula Mosque—was constructed using remnants of an ancient Hindu temple. The findings have reignited tensions between Hindu and Muslim groups over the historical character of the site. Muslim Side Rejects Temple-Origin Findings The petitioner in the case, Maulana Kamaluddin Welfare Society, has dismissed the ASI’s conclusions. Society president Abdul Samad stated that t...
Bhopal Police Bust ‘Dirty Network’: Sisters Allegedly Trapped Women, Forced Conversion, and Sexual Exploitation
Madhya Pradesh, State

Bhopal Police Bust ‘Dirty Network’: Sisters Allegedly Trapped Women, Forced Conversion, and Sexual Exploitation

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, February 24, 2026: In a disturbing case from the state capital, Bhopal Police have exposed a criminal network led by two sisters, Aamrin and Aafrin, who allegedly lured Hindu women under the pretext of jobs, forced them to wear burqas, coerced them into converting to Islam, and presented them to male associates. Three people have been arrested so far, with investigations ongoing. Modus Operandi of the Network According to police, the sisters, along with their associates, promised employment to women and then subjected them to sexual exploitation. Victims were reportedly taken to locations in Mumbai and Ahmedabad where they were abused in the presence of the sisters’ male companions. Threats were also made to defame the women using photographs and videos. Th...