Madhya Pradesh

Chhatarpur (Madhya Pradesh): With a saffron turban on her head, the Indian flag draped proudly over her shoulders, and the World Cup medal shining on her chest — India’s star pacer Kranti Gaur received a heroic homecoming as she returned to her hometown in Bundelkhand after winning the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. The atmosphere at Khajuraho Airport turned electric as hundreds of fans, relatives, and supporters gathered to welcome their champion. As soon as Kranti stepped out of the terminal, she was greeted with a shower of flower petals, chants of “Kranti Gaur Zindabad!” and “Bharat Mata Ki Jai!” echoing through the air. A Road Full of Celebration From Khajuraho to Chhatarpur, a convoy of hundreds of vehicles followed Kranti’s car. Locals lined the roads, waving flags and gar...

Panna (Madhya Pradesh): The diamond-rich land of Panna has once again proven its generosity. A local farmer’s destiny changed overnight when five precious diamonds were discovered from his mining site. According to officials, Brijendra Kumar Sharma, son of Dharmdas Sharma and a resident of Sirswaha village, along with six partners, had taken a mining lease in the Bharkhan Har area about six months ago. Their persistent efforts finally paid off when they unearthed five dazzling diamonds in a single day. Among the finds, one diamond weighs 2.29 carats and is of gem quality, while the other four weigh 1.08, 0.91, 0.77, and 0.74 carats respectively — making a total of 5.79 carats. The diamonds have been deposited at the Panna District Diamond Office, and their combined value is estimated...

** Ujjain: The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a plea challenging the demolition of the 200-year-old Takia Mosque in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. The bench, comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta, observed that the case had lost relevance since the land acquisition process had been completed and compensation had already been paid. The mosque, located near the Mahakal Temple premises, was demolished earlier this year in January 2025 to make way for the expansion of a parking facility for temple visitors. The top court upheld the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s earlier decision, effectively closing the matter. Supreme Court’s Remark: “It’s Too Late Now” During the hearing, Justice Nath remarked, “It’s too late now; nothing can be done.” The petitioners — Mohammad Ta...

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is set to fulfill his promise to the state’s women beneficiaries under the flagship “Ladli Behna Yojana.” Over 1.26 crore women will now receive ₹1,500 per month, an increase from the earlier ₹1,250. According to government sources, the Chief Minister will personally transfer the enhanced amount to beneficiaries’ accounts on November 12 during a state-level event in Babai, Narmadapuram district. This marks the first hike in two years since the scheme’s launch. Minister Confirms Implementation Confirming the development, Women and Child Development Minister Nirmala Bhuria said that the increased amount will be credited starting this month. The Chief Minister had earlier announced that the benefit amount would gradually be raised fro...

Bhopal News | Administrative Scrutiny:A central parliamentary committee for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) held a meeting in Bhopal on Thursday, raising several questions about representation and reservations in government positions. During the session, the Director General of Police (DGP) of Madhya Pradesh was unable to provide a concrete answer when asked how many SC and ST officers are serving in the state police. Questions on SC-ST Collectors and SPs The committee members also inquired about the number of collectors and superintendents of police (SPs) from reserved categories, including women officers. In response, Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) Ashok Varnwal stated: 11 Collectors belong to the SC category. 6 Collectors belong to the ST category. Ther...

Satna News | Administrative Action:Major administrative action has been taken in Satna district after severe negligence was found in the implementation of the ‘Ek Bagiya Maa Ke Naam’ project under the MGNREGA scheme. District Panchayat CEO Shailendra Singh has issued show-cause notices to nine officials, including five engineers, for their poor performance and lack of seriousness in executing the project. The officials have been directed to submit satisfactory replies within three days, failing which disciplinary action will be initiated. Satna Slips in State Ranking According to CEO Shailendra Singh, the negligence of concerned officers and employees has pushed Satna district far behind in the state-level progress chart. The district now ranks 40th among 79 districts, lagging behind...

Indore News | Family Court Drama:In a shocking case from Indore, the Family Court has exposed a husband’s elaborate ploy to spy on his wife by installing hidden cameras in her bedroom and making his brother act as a “James Bond.” The court not only caught his deceit but also ordered him to pay ₹20,000 per month as maintenance to his estranged wife. The case involves a woman from Sindhi Colony, Indore, who married a businessman based in Chile around three years ago. Initially, the marriage appeared smooth, but soon after, disputes began surfacing. Matters worsened when the husband allegedly threw the wife out of the house while keeping their child with him, forcing the woman to seek justice in family court. Fake Employment Claim Exposed Representing the woman, Advocate K.P. Maheshw...

Indore | November 7:Prominent coal industrialist Vinod Agrawal has once again been recognized as Madhya Pradesh’s biggest donor, securing the 71st rank in the EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2025. This marks the fifth consecutive year he has topped the state’s list of philanthropists. In the financial year 2024–25, Agrawal donated ₹19 crore towards causes such as education, healthcare, women empowerment, animal welfare, poverty alleviation, and malnutrition. Although his national ranking slipped from 58th last year to 71st this year, he continues to be the leading philanthropist from Madhya Pradesh. Over 200 Business Tycoons Nominated for the 2025 List This year, around 200 industrialists from across India applied for inclusion in the Hurun India list, of which 185 were fin...

**Dindori, Madhya Pradesh: A devastating road accident occurred in Dindori on Wednesday afternoon when a speeding motorcycle collided with a stationary truck in the village of Kohni Devari. Four people, including three women, lost their lives in the tragic incident. The police have registered a case and sent the bodies for post-mortem examination. Victims Were Traveling to JabalpurAccording to Shahpura Police Station in-charge Anurag Jamdar, the deceased were Non Singh (28), his wife Saroj (22), and his niece Priya (12), who were traveling on a motorcycle to their in-laws’ village in Kundam, Jabalpur district. On the way, they picked up a relative, Champa Bai (19), from Katangi village. Immediate Casualties at the SceneAround 3:30 PM, near Kohni Devari, their motorcycle collided with...

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh: A college student displayed extraordinary courage when three men attempted to abduct her near a women’s police station in Gwalior. The incident occurred around 11 AM as the student was on her way to college, raising serious concerns about women’s safety in the city. The attackers fled after the student bravely fought them off, and police are currently searching for the suspects. Incident DetailsThe incident took place in broad daylight between a women’s polytechnic college and the nearby women’s police station — a stretch that should have been one of the safest for any young woman. CCTV footage shows that a nearby auto rickshaw suddenly stopped behind the student. One person grabbed her hand, while another tried to lift her with his leg. The auto driver allegedl...