Madhya Pradesh
Tribal Woman Gang-Raped in Madhya Pradesh Denied Justice by Panchayat Before Police Intervention
Dec 10, 2025 02:28 am CST
A 27-year-old tribal woman in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh, was gang-raped by six individuals but faced dismissal from her community panchayat when seeking justice. Despite panchayat members calling the perpetrators 'sanskari' (people with good values), the survivor approached police, leading to the arrest of all six accused, including a minor.
Deadly Food Poisoning Outbreak at Madhya Pradesh Resort: 3 Dead, Multiple Critical
Dec 09, 2025 10:36 pm CST
A suspected food poisoning outbreak at Gautam Resort in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh has resulted in three employee deaths, with several others in critical condition. Local authorities have sealed the resort while investigations continue into the cause of the contamination. Family members are demanding thorough investigation amid political controversy over the government's response.
Madhya Pradesh Minister's Brother Arrested in Major Marijuana Smuggling Operation
Dec 09, 2025 01:22 pm CST
Police in Madhya Pradesh have arrested Anil Bagri, brother of Minister of State Pratima Bagri, along with another suspect in a significant drug bust involving 46 kg of marijuana valued at Rs 9.22 lakh. This arrest follows the recent detention of the minister's brother-in-law in a separate narcotics case, raising concerns about political connections to drug trafficking operations.
Historic Victory: Top Maoist Leader Ramdher Majji Surrenders, Ending Decades of Insurgency in Central India
Dec 08, 2025 06:53 pm CST
In a landmark development for India's fight against left-wing extremism, top Maoist leader Ramdher Majji and 11 cadres surrendered to authorities, effectively dismantling the last remaining insurgent network in the Maharashtra-Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh (MMC) zone. This surrender, combined with the previous day's surrender of 10 high-ranking Maoists, marks the end of decades-long insurgency in the region, with officials declaring Madhya Pradesh now "almost completely Naxal-free."
Tragic Loss at Kuno: Cheetah Cub Dies One Day After Release Into Wild
Dec 06, 2025 02:47 am CST
A 10-month-old cheetah cub was found dead at Kuno National Park just one day after being released into the wild with its mother Veera and sibling on International Cheetah Day. The remaining 28 cheetahs at the park, including 8 adults and 20 India-born cubs, are reported to be in good health as officials await autopsy results to determine the cause of death.
29-Year-Old Woman Delivers Rare Quadruplets in Indore: Three Girls and One Boy Born via Cesarean Section
Dec 04, 2025 01:42 am CST
A 29-year-old woman made medical history at Shri Indore Cloth Market Hospital by giving birth to quadruplets - three girls and one boy. The rare birth, occurring in only one in 700,000 pregnancies naturally, was successfully handled through a challenging one-hour cesarean procedure, with the newborns weighing between 800 grams and 1.5 kilograms.
Karnataka Governor's Grandson Accused of Dowry Harassment, Violence, and Child Abduction by Wife
Dec 04, 2025 01:11 am CST
Divya Gehlot has filed serious allegations against her husband Devendra Gehlot, grandson of Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot, claiming dowry harassment of Rs 50 lakh, physical abuse, attempted murder, and the forced separation from her 4-year-old daughter. The case has been reported to police authorities in Madhya Pradesh as Divya seeks justice and the return of her child.
Madhya Pradesh Official Confronts Farmers During Fertilizer Shortage Crisis: Allegations of Physical Assault Spark Investigation
Dec 04, 2025 12:14 am CST
A government fertilizer distribution event in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district descended into chaos when supplies ran short, leading to allegations that Naib Tehsildar Ritu Singhai physically assaulted protesters. The incident has triggered official investigation as hundreds of farmers, who had been struggling for weeks to obtain essential urea fertilizer, blocked roads in protest against alleged mismanagement and black market sales. Officials have promised action following review of the situation that highlights growing agricultural supply challenges across the region.
Madhya Pradesh's Rs 62,944 Crore Food Supply Crisis: Debt Burden and Rotting Grain Expose Systemic Failures
Dec 02, 2025 02:08 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh's food supply system faces critical challenges with the State Civil Supplies Corporation struggling under a Rs 62,944 crore debt while paying Rs 14.17 crore daily in interest. Nearly 940 tonnes of paddy has been rotting in warehouses for over a year, creating health hazards for nearby communities and revealing serious lapses in storage management and policy implementation.
Madhya Pradesh Farmers Suspend Highway Protest After Government Promises Action on MSP and Loan Waivers
Dec 02, 2025 02:46 am CST
Thousands of farmers from Madhya Pradesh temporarily suspended their day-long blockade of National Highway 52 at Khalghat toll plaza after officials promised to forward their demands for guaranteed MSP, loan waivers, and land acquisition compensation to the highest levels of government. The protest, organized by Rashtriya Mazdoor Kisan Mahasangh, drew nearly 5,000 participants and led authorities to deploy 400 police personnel before negotiations succeeded.