Madhya Pradesh: News
GST relief could lower prices on kitchenware, clothes, and shoes
The Indian government is reportedly considering a reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates for middle and lower-income households.
Man discloses owning 18-acre-land; 'fake' wife kills him for property
A 45-year-old man from Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur was allegedly murdered by his newlywed wife for his property.
Bihar's ₹100cr road-widening project leaves trees growing in middle
A ₹100 crore road widening project on the Patna-Gaya main road in Jehanabad, Bihar, has raised eyebrows after dozens of trees standing in the middle of the road were left as is.
Indore-Dewas highway jam leaves 3 dead, thousands stranded
A massive traffic jam on the Indore-Dewas highway in Madhya Pradesh has left three dead and thousands stranded.
SC quashes preventive detention of student under National Security Act
The Supreme Court has ordered the immediate release of a 24-year-old law student from Madhya Pradesh, who was detained for nearly a year under the National Security Act, 1980 (NSA).
Petrol pump fills MP CM's vehicles with water—instead of diesel
In a bizarre incident, 19 vehicles of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's convoy were towed after they were filled with water instead of diesel.
Man goes missing after seeking marriage help on religious stage
Indrakumar Tiwari, a 45-year-old part-time teacher and farmer from Padwar (Khitola) village in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur district, has been missing for over 25 days.
Monsoon to cover more parts of North India by Tuesday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the southwest monsoon will reach several parts of North India, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Haryana, western Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir.
Chhatarpur kidnapping: Woman, daughters found in Haryana; 7 arrested
A woman and her two minor daughters, aged seven and five, who were allegedly abducted from their home in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district on Saturday afternoon, have been found in Haryana's Bhiwani.
Meghalaya honeymoon murder: How police traced accused through WhatsApp messages
In a major breakthrough in the Meghalaya honeymoon murder case, the police said they managed to trace Sonam Raghuvanshi through her WhatsApp messages.
Madhya Pradesh government to resume promotions for staff after 9yrs
The Madhya Pradesh government has approved new promotion rules for state employees, ending a nine-year wait.
'I was drugged, kidnapped': What Sonam Raghuvanshi told cops
Sonam Raghuvanshi, the 24-year-old woman arrested for allegedly murdering her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, has denied the charges.
2 sharp wounds to head: Autopsy of Indore businessman
The autopsy report of Raja Raghuvanshi, an Indore resident who was found dead in Meghalaya, has revealed two major sharp wounds on his head, one from the front and another from the back.
269M Indians lifted out of extreme poverty since 2011-12: Report
India's extreme poverty rate has fallen to 5.3% in 2022-23, a significant decline from the 27.1% recorded in 2011-12, according to updated data from the World Bank.
'Mystery beast' terrorizes MP village; 6 die despite anti-rabies vaccine
A mysterious animal attack in Limbai village, Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, has left six dead in a matter of days and injured several others.
Bhopal cop sacked after asking gym to 'ban Muslims'
A police officer in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, has been removed from active duty after a video surfaced in which he allegedly asked a gym owner to ban Muslim trainers and clients.
Controversy erupts over Rahul not removing shoes while honoring grandmother
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's visit to his grandmother Indira Gandhi's statue in Bhopal took a controversial turn when opposition leaders saw that he had not removed his shoes.
MP locals perform puja for new transformer for this reason
In Madhya Pradesh's Bhind district, residents of the Gandhi Nagar area have performed a unique ritual by praying for the longevity of their newly installed power transformer.
MP: 'Munna Bhai-style' scam exposed; imposters caught taking police exam
The 2023 Madhya Pradesh Police Constable Recruitment Exam has been marred by a major cheating scandal.
'Sindoor...': PM Modi calls anti-terror operation biggest in India history
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called 'Operation Sindoor' the largest and most successful anti-terrorism operation in India's history.
Rain expected in Mumbai, Odisha, Bengal; check full weather forecast
The southwest monsoon has hit India eight days early, bringing with it heavy rainfall across several regions.
'Linguistic mistake': BJP minister apologizes again over Colonel Qureshi remarks
Madhya Pradesh Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah has issued a third apology for his controversial remarks about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi of the Indian Army.
IMD issues 'red alert' for Goa, several Maharashtra coastal districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a "red alert" for Goa and Maharashtra's coastal districts, including Raigad and Ratnagiri.
'Waqf Islamic concept..but not essential Islamic practice': Centre tells SC
The central government once again defended the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, in the Supreme Court on Wednesday, with Solicitor General Tushar Mehta arguing that waqf is a secular concept but is not an essential part of Islam.
FIR against BJP minister for calling Colonel Qureshi 'terrorists' sister'
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ordered that an FIR be filed against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Kunwar Vijay Shah by Wednesday evening for referring to Colonel Sofiya Qureshi as a "sister of terrorists."
IMD predicts heavy rains in Assam, Meghalaya; heatwave in UP
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted isolated to scattered light to moderate rainfall in several parts of the country in the next few days.
Why red cross symbols are appearing on Indian hospital rooftops
Several hospitals across India have started painting large red crosses on their rooftops.
Supreme Court sends petitions challenging Waqf Act to another bench
The Supreme Court bench headed by Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has transferred the petitions challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, to a bench headed by Justice BR Gavai.
Major fire at Ujjain's Mahakal Temple, darshan temporarily suspended
A major fire broke out at the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain on Monday afternoon.
Parents initiate 3-year-old into Jain ritual of fasting unto death
The recent death of a three-year-old girl from Madhya Pradesh has sparked widespread condemnation.
IMD forecasts rain in Odisha, WB; yellow alert for Delhi
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall in several parts of India over the next few days.
Madhya Pradesh MLA saves man from masked assailants, brandishes gun
Ambrish Sharma, a Madhya Pradesh Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA), recently stopped an assault in Bhind district's Lahar.
Huge fire breaks out at BHEL facility in Bhopal
A major fire broke out on Thursday at the Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) plant in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
IMD issues rainfall alert for Northeast; heatwave for Rajasthan, Haryana
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for heavy rainfall and heatwaves in several states across the country.
India to get more cheetahs; 8 arriving from Botswana
India will receive eight Cheetahs from Botswana in a two-phase translocation process.
IMD issues rain and thunderstorm alert for 5 states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of thunderstorms and heavy rain in some parts of India. The forecast is based on the formation of five cyclonic circulations in the country.
BJP MLA's son booked after forcibly entering temple, assaulting priest
The Madhya Pradesh police have registered a case against Rudraksh Shukla, son of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA, days after a group forced their way into the famous Mata Tekri temple in Dewas after it had closed.
Sisters die of suffocation after accidentally locking themselves inside car
In a tragic incident in Telangana's Rangareddy district, two young sisters suffocated to death inside a car.
IMD issues yellow alert for Bengaluru, heatwave alert for Delhi
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for 18 districts in Karnataka.
Why forest employee was fired for giving Kuno cheetahs water
A driver hired as a daily wage worker for duties related to the Forest Department has been removed from service for breaching rules at Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park (KNP).
7 die after surgeries by fake 'UK-based cardiologist' in MP
A shocking controversy has broken out in Madhya Pradesh, where a man allegedly posed as a cardiologist and performed 15 heart surgeries.
India experiences contrasting weather: North faces heat, rain in south
India is witnessing a striking weather contrast right now: while parts of the north are reeling under an intense heatwave, heavy rainfall is predicted in the southern and eastern regions.
'Unnecessary': Chirag Paswan criticizes BJP's meat ban during Navratri, Eid
Union Minister Chirag Paswan has slammed recent administrative orders in Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled states banning the sale of meat, fish, and eggs during the nine-day Navratri festival.
MP egg seller receives ₹6 crore tax notice: Here's why
An alleged case of identity theft has emerged from Madhya Pradesh's Damoh district, where an egg seller has received a ₹6 crore tax notice from the Income Tax Department.
Madhya Pradesh man live-streams suicide, wife among viewers
In a shocking incident, 27-year-old Shivprakash Tiwari of Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district committed suicide while live-streaming the act on social media.
IMD predicts heatwave in Delhi, heavy rainfall in Northeast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has put several states in India on a heatwave alert. The eastern and western parts are likely to witness severe heatwave conditions with temperatures soaring as high as 42.5 degrees Celsius.
Mob ambushes police team in MP, cop lynched, hostage killed
In a tragic incident, a cop was killed by a mob of tribals in Madhya Pradesh's Mauganj district. The officer was part of a team that was trying to rescue a hostage, who had been murdered.
MP cops being probed for tonsuring men celebrating cricket win
Madhya Pradesh police are under the scanner after they purportedly punished a bunch of cricket fans.
Kritika Kamra expands clothing brand, hires 50 Chanderi female artisans
Actor Kritika Kamra has expanded her clothing brand, Cinnabar, by hiring 50 female artisans from Chanderi.
Man found hanging; now video of daughters beating him surfaces
A shocking video has emerged on social media, showing a father being beaten up by his daughters, while their mother helps them.
8 killed, dozen injured in SUV-truck collision in MP's Sidhi
A horrific truck-SUV collision claimed the lives of eight people and injured 13 others in Sidhi district of Madhya Pradesh early Monday.
How Champions Trophy celebration snowballed into chaos in MP's Mhow
A night of celebration following India's ICC Champions Trophy 2025 victory descended into chaos in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday.
Man escapes from 'coma,' accuses MP hospital of extorting ₹1L
A man from Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, has alleged that he was held captive by a private hospital while his family was coerced into paying ₹1 lakh for treatment that may not have been necessary.
Visually impaired people can become judges, rules Supreme Court
In a landmark verdict, India's Supreme Court has done away with a rule that barred visually impaired persons from becoming judges in Madhya Pradesh.
German Shepherd dies protecting owner from tiger attack in MP
In a tragic incident, a German Shepherd dog lost its life while saving its owner from a tiger attack near Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh.
Madhya Pradesh horror: Story of 5-year-old brutally raped by neighbor
A horrific incident occurred in Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, where a five-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her 17-year-old neighbor on February 22.
Filmmaker alleges conspiracy against his film with Monalisa; files FIR
Filmmaker Sanoj Mishra, who cast Mahakumbh viral girl Monalisa Bhosle in his film, has filed an FIR against five individuals, including a YouTube channel owner.
EaseMyTrip to make electric buses in Madhya Pradesh
Leading online travel company EaseMyTrip has announced plans to invest ₹200 crore in manufacturing electric buses in Madhya Pradesh.
Indian Railways to be fully electrified by FY26: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that the Indian Railways will achieve 100% electrification by the fiscal year 2025-26.
Adani to create 1.2L jobs in Madhya Pradesh by 2030
In a major boost to Madhya Pradesh, the Adani Group, one of India's largest conglomerates, has announced a whopping ₹1.10 lakh crore investment in the state.
Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' is now tax-free in Madhya Pradesh
The historical action film Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and Akshaye Khanna, has been made tax-free in Madhya Pradesh.
Madhya Pradesh: 20 students injured as school bus overturns
Twenty students were injured after their school bus overturned near a riverbank in Madhya Pradesh's Nepanagar on Wednesday morning.