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Madhya Pradesh School Children Receive Steel Plates for Midday Meals Following NDTV Investigation
Nov 09, 2025 12:42 am CST
Following an NDTV report exposing students at Hullpur Government School in Sheopur being served midday meals on waste paper, district authorities took swift action to provide proper steel plates. The investigation prompted reactions from opposition leader Rahul Gandhi and resulted in administrative measures including suspension of the school in-charge and cancellation of the self-help group's contract. This case highlights ongoing challenges in India's midday meal scheme implementation and accountability systems.
Madhya Pradesh Farmers Face Double Crisis: Crop Damage from Rain and 10-Hour Power Supply Restriction
Nov 05, 2025 10:53 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh farmers are battling dual challenges as unseasonal rain destroyed crops across the state, followed by a controversial electricity department order limiting power supply to just 10 hours daily. The restrictive directive sparked widespread outrage, forcing Chief Minister Mohan Yadav to intervene and cancel the order while removing the official responsible. Opposition leaders have criticized the BJP government for contradicting its promises of farmer welfare while rural areas continue to struggle with limited electricity access.
Delhi Chief Minister Ignores Air Pollution Questions While Campaigning in Bihar as AQI Reaches Dangerous Levels
Nov 04, 2025 05:30 pm CST
Delhi faces severe air pollution with AQI at 309 while Chief Minister Rekha Gupta campaigns in Bihar, avoiding questions about the capital's environmental crisis. Post-Diwali smog has returned despite reduced stubble burning, with PM2.5 levels reaching 100 times safe limits as political blame games continue between BJP and AAP.
Australian Women Cricketers Molested in Indore: Political Backlash and Security Concerns at Women's Cricket World Cup
Oct 26, 2025 12:46 am CST
Two Australian women cricketers were inappropriately touched by a motorcyclist in Indore, sparking political outrage over women's safety in India. Opposition parties criticized the BJP government while authorities promised swift justice. The incident has prompted increased security measures during the Women's Cricket World Cup and raised concerns about visitor safety at international sporting events.
Yamuna River Pollution Crisis: Delhi Minister Defends Cleanup Efforts Despite Unsafe Water Quality Report
Oct 25, 2025 07:27 pm CST
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee report reveals the Yamuna River remains unsafe for bathing before Chhath Puja, sparking political tensions between BJP and AAP. Water Minister Parvesh Verma defends the government's transparency and cleanup efforts, highlighting improvements while acknowledging the long-term nature of the river restoration project. Most of Delhi's 27 major drains continue to exceed safe pollution limits, requiring urgent sewage treatment interventions.
Rahul Gandhi Meets Family of Dalit Man Lynched in Raebareli: Justice for Hariom Valmiki
Oct 17, 2025 01:36 pm CST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visits the family of Hariom Valmiki, a 40-year-old Dalit man who was tragically lynched in Raebareli after being mistaken for a thief. The incident has sparked nationwide outrage and led to 14 arrests, with opposition parties criticizing the BJP government for failing to protect vulnerable communities.
258 Maoists Surrender in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra: Amit Shah Sets 2026 Deadline for Eliminating Naxalism
Oct 16, 2025 11:43 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announces the surrender of 258 Maoists in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, declaring two former strongholds free from Maoist influence. The government aims to completely eliminate Naxalism by March 31, 2026, with significant progress already made since the BJP government took power in Chhattisgarh.
Supreme Court Permits Green Crackers in Delhi for Diwali 2023: A Balanced Approach to Festive Celebrations and Environmental Protection
Oct 15, 2025 02:11 pm CST
The Supreme Court has relaxed Delhi's firecracker ban, allowing certified green crackers during Diwali from October 18-21 within specific time slots. This decision aims to balance festive traditions with environmental concerns in a region struggling with severe winter pollution. The ruling includes strict manufacturing regulations and monitoring requirements to ensure compliance and minimize environmental impact.
Controversy Erupts Over Omission of 'Nehru' from Mumbai Metro Station Name
Oct 13, 2025 07:10 pm CST
A political controversy has emerged in Mumbai as Congress accuses the BJP-led government of deliberately removing "Nehru" from the Metro Line-3 station name serving the Nehru Science Centre in Worli. The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation defends the designation as "Science Centre" based on official 2013 documentation, while Congress views it as part of a pattern to erase former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's legacy from public spaces.
IT Minister Denies Government Role in Akhilesh Yadav's Facebook Account Suspension
Oct 11, 2025 03:51 pm CST
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has clarified that the government had no involvement in the temporary suspension of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav's Facebook account, attributing the action to Facebook's content policies. The suspension sparked allegations from the opposition party of political censorship, while Yadav revealed it was related to posts about the Ballia recruitment incident and a journalist's murder.