Madhya Pradesh

Khargone, December 18, 2025: A potentially tragic accident at the Indira Sagar Canal in Khargone district was averted thanks to the quick thinking and bravery of two young men. The incident occurred near Panchvati Hotel on Khandwa Road in the Barwah police jurisdiction, when a young girl struggled to stay afloat in the canal’s strong current. A Timely Detour Turns LifesavingDeepesh from Peeli Mitti and Sujal Belgotia from Dussehra Maidan were on their routine route delivering RO water bottles and cans. A tractor blocking the main road forced them to take a narrow path along the canal—a decision that would ultimately save a life. Hearing the Cry for HelpAs they proceeded along the canal’s edge, the boys heard a desperate “Papa, help!” and immediately spotted the girl clinging to a bab...

Guna: In a remarkable act of bravery, a police constable saved the life of a farmer who suffered a sudden health attack while waiting in line to collect fertilizer at Nanakhedi Mandi in Guna district. The incident, which has gone viral on social media, highlights both the risks faced by farmers and the vigilance of local law enforcement. Farmer Collapses on Ground The incident occurred at the double-lock fertilizer distribution center in Nanakhedi. The farmer, standing in line for his turn, suddenly collapsed due to a health attack. Police constable Abhishek Raghuvanshi, on duty at the center, noticed the farmer in distress and immediately administered CPR on the spot. Thanks to his quick response, the farmer regained consciousness and was rushed to a nearby hospital for further trea...

Chhindwara:Behind the glitter and glamour of the Indian Premier League lies a story of sacrifice that defines the journey of 23-year-old cricketer Mangesh Yadav, who will don the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) jersey next season after being bought for ₹5.2 crore. His success is not just a personal triumph, but the result of years of relentless struggle by his father, Ram Avadh Yadav, a truck driver who dared to dream big for his son. To support Mangesh’s passion for cricket, Ram Avadh took loans from friends and acquaintances, spending whatever little he earned on training fees, cricket kits, travel, and tournament expenses. Even today, despite his son’s entry into the IPL, he continues to repay those debts. “I still owe money to some people who helped us when we needed it the mos...

Bhopal, December 17, 2025: The Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly marked its 69th anniversary today with a special session focused on the theme “Developed, Self-Reliant, and Prosperous Madhya Pradesh.” Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav outlined the state’s future roadmap during a lively discussion on development and governance. Governor Mangu Bhai Patel inaugurated a photo exhibition tracing the Assembly’s seven-decade journey, highlighting key milestones and achievements from the first Assembly to the current 16th Assembly. However, the session was overshadowed by protests from Congress MLAs who opposed the central government’s decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) as the “Developed India Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission...

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: Madhya Pradesh (MP) is set to make a historic impact in IPL 2026, with 12 players from the state securing contracts in the upcoming season. The IPL auction saw prices ranging from ₹30 lakh to ₹7 crore, with Indore’s Venkatesh Iyer being the most expensive, bought for ₹7 crore by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Among the new stars is Mangesh Yadav, the son of a truck driver, whose remarkable performance in the MP League earned him a coveted IPL slot. Strong MP Representation in RCBRCB has roped in three players from MP: Indore captain Rajat Patidar, experienced all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer, and young all-rounder Mangesh Yadav from Chhindwara. These selections strengthen the team’s connection with Madhya Pradesh cricket, as these players have been integral to the ...

Khargone, Madhya Pradesh: Tragedy struck near Khargone district headquarters on Tuesday when a high-speed pickup truck collided head-on with a motorcycle carrying a mother and her son, both teachers. The impact was so severe that the motorcycle’s wheel was ripped off, leaving the community in shock. Another teacher traveling with them sustained serious injuries. Mother and Son Die on the SpotPolice sources confirmed that 27-year-old Rituras Bilwe died at the scene. He was riding with his mother, 50-year-old Madhubai, a government school teacher, and Pradeep Akole, another contract teacher. Madhubai and Pradeep were rushed to the district hospital in critical condition, where Madhubai succumbed to her injuries. Pradeep Akole remains hospitalized and is receiving treatment. Motorcycle ...

Gwalior: A hotel manager from Gwalior narrowly escaped a kidnapping incident thanks to a smartwatch that helped him alert his family and the police. Saurabh Sharma, 25, who works as a hotel manager in Haridwar, was recently at his hometown when he was abducted by local moneylenders over unpaid debt. Kidnapped Over Loan DisputeAccording to the police, Saurabh had borrowed ₹2.9 lakh from moneylenders Hemant Sharma alias Chhotu Tyagi and Sachin Tyagi. Although he had already repaid ₹3.2 lakh, the lenders claimed additional money through compounded interest, raising the total demand to ₹6 lakh, and threatened him. Abduction and ConfinementThe accused reportedly approached Saurabh near his home and tried to coerce him onto a motorcycle. When he refused, they forcibly took him to Sachin Ty...

Madhya Pradesh has emerged as the state with the highest encroachment on Defence Ministry land in the country, with more than 1,733 acres under illegal occupation, the Union government informed the Lok Sabha on Monday. Nationwide, over 11,152 acres of defence land meant for the armed forces is currently encroached upon. According to official data presented in Parliament, Madhya Pradesh alone accounts for nearly 16 percent of the total encroached defence land in India, placing it at the top of the list. Uttar Pradesh follows closely in second place, with 1,639.33 acres of defence land under illegal occupation. Land Meant for Armed Forces The Defence Ministry clarified that the encroached land is designated for operational and administrative use by the Indian Army, Air Force, and ot...

Biryani Dispute Turns Violent in Narmadapuram: BJP Leader’s Cousin Injured, Shopkeeper Detained What began as a late-night craving for chicken biryani turned into a violent altercation at a food stall in Narmadapuram, leaving a customer injured and the shopkeeper in police custody. The dispute reportedly erupted over an extra chicken leg piece at a biryani centre near the old bus stand on Sunday night. The injured customer has been identified as Akhilesh Shivhare, a resident of Balaganj, who is also the cousin of a local BJP leader. According to police sources, Shivhare had visited the biryani stall late at night and requested an additional chicken leg piece with his order. The shopkeeper, Hasim Ali, demanded an extra ₹10 for the same, to which Shivhare agreed and paid with a ₹500 no...

Bhopal police have successfully apprehended a five-member organized gang involved in stealing Base Band Units (BBUs), commonly referred to as 5G router units, from mobile towers across the city. The gang has confessed to committing seven thefts so far, and authorities have recovered four stolen BBUs from their possession. Modus Operandi According to police, each Base Band Unit is valued at ₹3.5 to 4 lakh in the market. However, the gang was selling these high-value units to scrap dealers in Delhi for just ₹10,000 per unit, generating substantial profits. These units were reportedly purchased by suppliers from the scrap dealers and later resold to telecom companies, completing a cycle of illicit trade. How the Theft Was Discovered The investigation began when technician Premchan...