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MP Minister Pratima Bagri Faces Controversy as Brother Arrested in Cannabis Smuggling Case

9Dec

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MP Minister Pratima Bagri Faces Controversy as Brother Arrested in Cannabis Smuggling Case

Satna: Madhya Pradesh State Minister Pratima Bagri is once again in the spotlight following the arrest of her brother, Anil Bagri, in a cannabis smuggling case. Her brother-in-law, Shailendra Singh Somu, is already in jail. When questioned about the matter, the minister appeared visibly irritable and avoided giving detailed responses. Brother and Brother-in-law Implicated in Smuggling Network Police reports indicate that Anil Bagri was apprehended by Satna Police while transporting cannabis in a luxury vehicle. He has been sent to judicial custody for 12 days. Meanwhile, his brother-in-law, who is serving a sentence in a UP jail, is also accused of running an extensive smuggling network spanning Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. Political Journey from Grassroots to Minister Pra...

Supreme Court Seeks Report on False Affidavit in Indore Case; Police Commissioner Asked to Explain Action

9Dec

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Supreme Court Seeks Report on False Affidavit in Indore Case; Police Commissioner Asked to Explain Action

Indore: The Indore Police now face serious scrutiny after presenting incorrect information regarding the criminal record of accused Anwar Hussain before the Supreme Court. In a crucial hearing today, the Court has summoned the Police Commissioner to clarify what disciplinary action has been taken against TI Indramani Patel and ADCP Dishesh Agrawal, who filed the false affidavit. Affidavit Found Misleading During the previous hearing, the Court described the affidavits submitted by both officers as “beyond the facts.” Following this, the Court directed the Indore Police Commissioner to submit a larger affidavit on 9 December 2025, detailing any departmental action taken against the officials involved. Details of the False Claims The issue came to light when TI Patel and ADCP Agr...

After 20 Months on the Run, ‘Mirchi King’ Arrested 1,000 km Away; Trader Cheated of ₹5.64 Lakh in Red Chilli Scam

9Dec

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After 20 Months on the Run, ‘Mirchi King’ Arrested 1,000 km Away; Trader Cheated of ₹5.64 Lakh in Red Chilli Scam

Barwani, MP: The fugitive accused who duped a Barwani trader of ₹5.64 lakh by offering red chilli at unusually low prices has finally been arrested after 20 months. Identified as Somnath Kagal, the conman was hiding in Hubballi, Karnataka—over 1,000 kilometres from Barwani—living under a fake identity. How the Fraud Unfolded According to B.S. Bisen, Station House Officer of Sendhwa, the victim, a local trader, filed a complaint on 27 April 2024. He stated that Somnath, posing as the owner of “Om Traders, Guntur (Andhra Pradesh),” lured him with an attractive offer of premium red chilli at discounted rates. Somnath shared photographs of chilli consignments and convinced the trader to finalise the deal. Trusting the offer, the victim transferred ₹5,64,500 into Somnath’s bank account...

Chaos at Khandwa Police Station After Love Marriage; TI Accused of Assaulting Bride’s Family

9Dec

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Chaos at Khandwa Police Station After Love Marriage; TI Accused of Assaulting Bride’s Family

A case of love marriage turned into high drama at a Khandwa police station on Monday, where the bride’s family accused the Station House Officer (SHO) of assaulting women inside the premises. The police, however, denied the allegations and claimed they were only preventing the family from forcibly taking away the adult woman. Family Alleges Assault Inside Police Station Tension escalated when the newly married couple — a young woman and her lover-turned-husband Vikas from Ahmedpur Khaigaon — arrived at the police station. Moments later, the woman’s family also reached the spot to meet her, leading to heated arguments and a scuffle. Rajni Mohe, the woman’s mother, accused TI Dheeresh Dharwal of “beating them with a pipe stick” and physically throwing them out. Rajni alleged:“My ...

Peak-Season Flight Cancellations Hit Weddings and Tourism; Hotel Industry Suffers Major Blow

8Dec

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Peak-Season Flight Cancellations Hit Weddings and Tourism; Hotel Industry Suffers Major Blow

A sudden wave of flight cancellations during the peak winter season has disrupted wedding plans, travel schedules, and tourism activities across Madhya Pradesh. Families preparing for major celebrations have been forced to postpone events, while hotels and wildlife tourism hotspots are experiencing an unexpected dip in bookings. Impact on Weddings at the Busiest Time of the Year Indore, which usually witnesses a surge in weddings and related events in December and January, is now struggling to cope with a barrage of last-minute postponement requests.A family hosting an engagement ceremony in the city had to defer the event after guests were unable to travel due to cancelled flights. Sumit Suri, Chairman of the MP Chapter, Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India, said:“We...

Dirty Game of Forced Conversions Exposed: Police Arrest 3 in Madhya Pradesh

8Dec

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Dirty Game of Forced Conversions Exposed: Police Arrest 3 in Madhya Pradesh

Chhindwara, MP: A disturbing case of alleged forced religious conversion has come to light in Khapabhat village under Dharam Tekdi police station. Acting on complaints from local residents, police arrested three suspects who allegedly lured villagers into changing their faith using promises of financial aid, medical treatment, and education for children. The case has been registered under the Madhya Pradesh Religious Freedom Act, 2021. Villagers Allege Coercion Through LuresAccording to locals, outsiders had been visiting homes in the area, offering money and other incentives to induce residents to convert their religion. Kamlesh Kavreti of Ward No. 10 filed the initial complaint, highlighting increased activity by these outsiders in recent days. Police Action and ArrestsThe police p...

Hawk Force Intelligence Operation Deals Major Blow to Naxal Network in MP, Bringing Peace to KB Division

8Dec

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Hawk Force Intelligence Operation Deals Major Blow to Naxal Network in MP, Bringing Peace to KB Division

Balaghat, MP: A special intelligence-led operation by the Hawk Force has delivered a significant setback to Naxal activities in Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. Following the martyrdom of Inspector Ashish Sharma, the joint campaign by MP Police, Maharashtra commandos, and Chhattisgarh police successfully dismantled key Naxal networks, weakening the Kanha-Bhormadev (KB) division and restoring a sense of peace in sensitive areas. Intelligence Strategy Cripples Naxal OperationsThe Hawk Force’s Special Intelligence Unit engaged in covert communications with forest guards and local contacts, gradually gaining the trust of Naxal operatives and limiting their influence across the state’s border regions. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav described the success as a result of “trust-building,” forming...

Bhopal Youth Returns to Hinduism, Reclaims Original Identity After ‘Reverse Love Jihad’ Ordeal

8Dec

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Bhopal Youth Returns to Hinduism, Reclaims Original Identity After ‘Reverse Love Jihad’ Ordeal

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: Aman Khan, a young man who had been forced to convert to Islam under the pretext of a romantic relationship, has officially returned to Hinduism and reclaimed his original name, Shubham Goswami. The ceremony was held at the Gufa Temple in Bhopal, following traditional Hindu rites. Background of the OrdealShubham Goswami, a resident of Bhopal, fell in love with a Muslim girl. Misled into the relationship, he was coerced into adopting Islamic practices, including attending religious congregations and consuming beef, and was sent to a religious group for 180 days. When he resisted permanent conversion, the girl allegedly filed a false rape case against him in 2022, resulting in Shubham spending several months in jail. During this period, his forced conversion was fo...

67 Goats Rescued from Overloaded Pickup at MP-UP Border; Legal Action Underway

8Dec

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67 Goats Rescued from Overloaded Pickup at MP-UP Border; Legal Action Underway

A tense situation erupted on Sunday evening at the MP-UP border near Semariya Jagannath Wasi village when locals and Bajrang Dal volunteers intercepted a suspicious pickup truck carrying 67 goats crammed inside. The animals were reportedly being transported in inhumane conditions, prompting immediate action. Suspicious Vehicle Stopped by Locals Villagers noticed the overloaded pickup and, alarmed by the goats’ cries, suspected illegal activity. They quickly called Bajrang Dal volunteers, and together they stopped the vehicle. Jurisdiction Confusion at the Border Upon receiving the report, Kohhi and Markundi police from Uttar Pradesh and the Chitrakoot police from Madhya Pradesh rushed to the scene. However, since the incident occurred on Uttar Pradesh territory, the Madhya Prad...

With 35–40 Pellets in His Skull and No Eyesight, ‘Inder’ the Leopard Reclaims Life in Bhopal; Remembers Entire Enclosure by Scent

8Dec

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With 35–40 Pellets in His Skull and No Eyesight, ‘Inder’ the Leopard Reclaims Life in Bhopal; Remembers Entire Enclosure by Scent

Inder, the blind leopard rescued in a critical condition from Indore’s Kamla Nehru Museum, has scripted an extraordinary story of survival and resilience at the Van Vihar National Park in Bhopal. Despite having 35–40 pellets lodged in his skull, total loss of vision, and severe depression, the big cat has now regained remarkable health and energy — even memorising every corner of his enclosure purely through smell. Found Critically Injured in Nayapura Inder was discovered in a severely wounded state in Nayapura village (Compartment 222) of Indore forest range. Blood was oozing from his body, and both eyes had lost vision completely. When he was brought to Bhopal for a CT scan on 21 September 2020, doctors found dozens of pellets embedded dangerously close to vital brain regions, maki...