अंतर्राष्ट्रीय
06-Jun-2025
Scindia a ‘wedding horse’ says Jitu Patwari In Bhopal Congress leader Rahul Gandhi used a metaphor of three horses — limping racing and wedding horses — to describe political types. State Congress chief Jitu Patwari took it further calling BJPs Jyotiraditya Scindia a “wedding horse” saying he “dances around power”. BJP hit back with MLA Pritam Lodhi defending Scindia as a “Kohinoor” who was once treated like junk by Congress. The exchange has reignited old wounds from Scindia’s switch to BJP highlighting the ongoing rivalry ahead of upcoming state polls. Covid returns to MP South India link found Covid is back in Madhya Pradesh with the first case of this season reported in Indore on May 23. Health officials say many of the 17 new patients in Bhopal Indore and Gwalior had travel history to Kerala or Bengaluru. A 42-year-old woman in Bhopal also tested positive. Experts warn cases could rise sharply if the state tests at Keralas levels. Special Covid wards are being set up in hospitals. Officials are on alert but questions remain about whether enough is being done to contain a possible new wave. Indore family seeks PM’s help after bizman’s murder in Meghalaya The family of Indore transport businessman Raja Raghuwanshi found dead near Sohra in Meghalaya on June 2 has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a CBI probe. Raja’s wife Sonam remains missing. His brother Vipin told a local daily that they suspect foul play and want justice. The Raghuwanshi community also submitted a memorandum to the Indore Commissioner. Police sources say more investigation is needed to trace Sonam’s whereabouts. The mysterious case is gaining national attention and raising concerns about tourist safety in the northeast. Corruption alleged in Banda irrigation project villagers protest Villagers from Uldan in Banda tehsil have accused officials of major irregularities in the Banda irrigation project’s rehabilitation work. They submitted a memorandum to the Sagar Collector claiming Rs 6.36 lakh and residential plots meant for displaced families were diverted to outsiders and favourites. Locals allege decisions were made without a proper gram sabha and are demanding a re-verification of beneficiaries. They’ve warned of protests if action isn’t taken. The district administration has yet to respond. ADM BJP leader clash over encroachment drive in Sehore A heated argument broke out between ADM Swati Upadhyay and BJP leader Kalu Bhatt during an anti-encroachment drive in Ashta town. The clash caught on camera quickly went viral. The administration was removing illegal stalls and shops on Kannod and Budhwara roads when officials approached Bhatt’s alleged encroachment sparking the standoff. Police had to intervene. The administration says the drive is impartial. The incident has ignited fresh political debate over selective targeting and law enforcement. Vijayvargiya’s car hit in Indore In Indore late Thursday night Cabinet Minister Kailash Vijayvargiyas car was hit by another vehicle near the municipal square. No injuries or major damage occurred. The car that hit him carried a family who were let off after a brief on-the-spot conversation. No police action has been taken. The incident has raised questions about VVIP security but is being downplayed by local officials. Commissioner inspects gaushalas orders better facilities Bhopal Commissioner Sanjeev Singh visited three cattle shelters on Friday — Barkhedi Abdullah Balmupur and Sukhi Sewaniya. He reviewed biogas units processing organic waste and instructed officials to improve water and electricity supply. The inspection is part of a broader push for better infrastructure in rural shelters as monsoon nears. Humidity to Rise Heat May Drop The weather in Madhya Pradesh is expected to be cloudy with chances of rain and thunderstorms from this evening till tomorrow morning. The weather department has given a yellow alert for 24 districts including Bhopal Vidisha and Indore. These places may get light to moderate rain with thunder and strong winds. Wind speed may go up to 60 to 80 kilometers per hour in some areas. Because of clouds and rain the temperature may come down a bit but the air will still feel humid and sticky. People are advised to stay indoors during lightning or strong winds avoid standing under trees and keep checking weather updates for safety.
