Madhya Pradesh

Jabalpur: On the martyrdom anniversary of Pulwama hero Ashwin Kachhi, his family in Khudawal village of Jabalpur expressed deep disappointment as no political leader or administrative official visited their home to pay respects. While promises were once made in the name of the fallen soldier, the family alleged that those assurances have remained unfulfilled over the years. On the occasion, the family organised a Kanya Bhoj (community meal) in memory of the martyr. However, they said the absence of elected representatives and officials was painful and reflected a lack of commitment towards the family of the braveheart. Only CRPF Personnel Reached to Pay Tribute According to the family, only CRPF officers and jawans visited the village and offered floral tributes at the memorial, s...

Umaria: Madhya Pradesh is set to conduct its vulture census in a high-tech manner for the first time, with officials adopting a mobile-based digital system to ensure faster and more transparent data collection. The vulture census will be carried out from February 20 to February 22 using the Epicollect5 mobile application. The initiative will be implemented across districts including Shahdol, Anuppur, Umaria, and the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, where more than 250 forest personnel will participate in the statewide winter vulture census for the year 2025-26. Special Workshop Held at Bandhavgarh Eco Centre A training workshop was organised at the Eco Centre in Tala, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, where more than 50 officers and field staff were trained in the new digital counting method. ...

Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh – February 14, 2026: In a shocking act of violence, a senior lawyer was brutally shot dead on a road in Shivpuri on Saturday afternoon. The incident took place while the lawyer was en route to the Karera Civil Court. Fellow lawyers who discovered him immediately rushed him to a nearby hospital, but he was declared dead on arrival, sending shockwaves through the legal community. Incident Details The victim, Sanjay Saxena, a resident of Purana Bazaar, was traveling to court on his motorcycle when unknown assailants ambushed him on a deserted stretch of road approximately 4–5 km from the court. Eyewitnesses report that the attackers, whose mode of arrival remains unclear, opened fire and fled the scene immediately. The brazen daylight attack has raised seriou...

Chhindwara/Baitul, Madhya Pradesh: In a shocking development in the deadly cough syrup case that claimed 24 innocent lives in Chhindwara and Baitul, the VISRA forensic report has confirmed that the fatal chemical diethylene glycol was present in the syrup. The tainted medicine, marketed as ‘ColdRif’, contained the chemical in concentrations far above safe limits. Eleven accused individuals in connection with the case are currently in custody. Ordinary Illness Turned Deadly The victims, children from Chhindwara and Baitul districts, were suffering from mild cold, cough, and fever. Families brought them to a private clinic operated by a government doctor in Parasia, where they were prescribed ColdRif cough syrup. Within days of consuming the syrup, children began experiencing severe sy...

Katni, Madhya Pradesh: In a shocking incident in Katni district, a 20-year-old man was allegedly murdered by his minor fiancée after she discovered a photo of another girl on his mobile phone. The gruesome act took place in Khamharia village under the Rehti police station area, leaving the local community stunned. Murder Over Mobile Photo The victim, identified as Sunil Adivasi, had visited his fiancée’s village to meet her on Wednesday night. According to police, during the meeting, the minor fiancée checked Sunil’s mobile phone and saw a photo of another girl. A heated argument ensued, and in a fit of rage, she allegedly strangled Sunil using an electric wire. The victim died on the spot from asphyxiation. Attempt to Conceal Crime After the murder, the accused reportedly trie...

Bhopal, February 14, 2026: A chilling love story that began on Instagram ended in gruesome tragedy in Bhopal. 33-year-old Sia Ashrafi, who reportedly had three previous marriages, came to Bhopal for her married lover, Sameer, only to meet a horrifying fate. When Sia pressured Sameer for marriage and money, he strangled her to death, police revealed. Love Turned Deadly According to the police, Sia’s relationship with Sameer began on a dating app and later continued over Instagram. Blindly in love, she left her home in Maharashtra and moved to Bhopal, unaware that Sameer was already married and a father of two. Police reports indicate that Sia had begun pressing Sameer for a “fourth marriage,” demanding ₹5 lakh and threatening legal action when he refused. On the night of the murder...

Omkareshwar, Khandwa, February 14, 2026: Tensions erupted in Omkareshwar during Mahashivratri preparations when traders alleged that police and kotwars looted spices seized by the revenue department. The seized items included packets of chili, coriander, turmeric, and cumin. The situation was defused after three hours following the intervention of Mandhata MLA Narayan Patel, who assured action against the culprits. Mahashivratri Preparations Spark Controversy Ahead of the Mahashivratri festival, authorities in Omkareshwar conducted operations to regulate traffic and ensure smooth access for devotees. As part of this, the Tehsildar seized spices from traders selling along the roadside. Traders claimed that they had been operating in the same location for years, and the sudden action c...

Bhopal / Sagar: As Valentine’s Day celebrations unfolded in central India, right-wing organizations in Bhopal and Sagar staged symbolic protests to warn couples against “Western cultural influence.” The International Hindu Parishad (IHP) and Shiv Sena deployed teams to monitor parks, malls, and public spaces. Meanwhile, local police commissioners have issued strict directives to prevent lawlessness and increased patrolling in sensitive areas. Symbolic “Danda Poojan” and Threats On Friday, members of right-wing groups conducted a “Danda Poojan” (staff worship) event, which they described as a protest against the perceived moral decline associated with Valentine’s Day. IHP provincial minister Rakesh Prajapati stated that 12 teams would patrol areas including Kaliyasot Dam, Manisha Lake...

Bhopal, MP: Travel on National Highways in Madhya Pradesh has become both costlier and more dangerous, according to recent data presented in Parliament. Over the past four years, toll collection on the state’s highways has doubled to ₹4,188 crore, while deaths caused by potholes have tripled to 277. MP ranks second in the country for pothole-related fatalities, after Uttar Pradesh. Toll Collection vs Road Safety In 2020–21, toll revenue in MP stood at ₹2,178.19 crore, with 96 people losing their lives due to pothole-related accidents. By 2024–25, toll collection rose to ₹4,188.15 crore, while deaths surged threefold to 277. This means that, on average, a person dies every other day due to potholes, while approximately ₹23 crore is collected in tolls every two days. Central Concern...

Indore, Madhya Pradesh: The heartbreaking death of two-year-old Sia Prajapati in Bagirathpura, Indore, has shaken the local community. The toddler succumbed to severe liver infection and pneumonia after consuming contaminated water that caused vomiting and diarrhea. Her father, Suraj Prajapati, recounts the last month of her life with grief, describing how the lively child affectionately ran to hug him whenever he returned from work. A Long-Awaited Daughter Lost Sia’s father shared, “My daughter was born after many prayers and was very playful. We lovingly called her ‘Laddu’ at home. After her passing, my wife has been devastated and cries constantly. We cannot forget the moments we spent with her.” Sia had been completely healthy before falling ill at the end of December. On 27 D...