Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal: Tensions erupted in Bhopal as Hindu organizations staged an aggressive protest over signage and historical name issues. Protesters replaced the “Islampur” signs with posters reading “Jagdishpur” and also voiced opposition concerning the Babri Masjid. Signboards Renamed to JagdishpurThe protests centered on the Lambakheda–Jagdishpur route, where some signboards still displayed the old name “Islampur.” In 2023, the state government officially renamed Islampur to Jagdishpur, but a few signs had not been updated. Chandrashekhar Tiwari, president of the Hindu Utsav Samiti, led the demonstrators in placing “Jagdishpur” posters over the outdated signs. He stated that tampering with the historical and original name of the region is unacceptable, emphasizing that this is not merely a que...

Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh: The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet, chaired by CM Mohan Yadav in Khajuraho, approved several key decisions aimed at industrial growth, infrastructure development, wildlife conservation, and healthcare expansion in the state. Sagar-Damoh Four-Lane Highway Sanctioned A 76 km four-lane highway between Sagar and Damoh has been approved, with a total estimated cost of ₹2,059 crore. The ambitious project includes 13 underpasses, three major bridges, nine medium bridges, one ROB, 13 major junctions, and 42 medium junctions, significantly improving connectivity in the region. Cheetah Relocation to Nauraadehi The Cabinet also approved a third site in Madhya Pradesh for cheetah relocation. Alongside the Veerangana Durgawati Tiger Reserve in Sagar, Nauraadehi Wildlife ...

Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh: A severe shortage of urea fertilizer in Tikamgarh district has tragically claimed the life of a local farmer. Jamuna Kushwaha (50) of Kari Bajrua village collapsed and died after standing in line for three consecutive days to obtain fertilizer. Incident Details According to family members, Jamuna Kushwaha had been waiting at the Bodoraghat fertilizer distribution center since the past three days, hoping to secure his share of urea. On Monday, he joined the queue early in the morning without eating, and after waiting for several hours, he suddenly collapsed due to a health emergency. Officials rushed him to the district hospital, but despite immediate medical attention, Kushwaha passed away. The post-mortem report indicates that he suffered a heart attack...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...