राज्य
07-Jul-2025
Moharram procession turns tense in Ratlam A tense situation erupted in Ratlam’s Sailana area during a Moharram procession. Viral footage showed a young man blowing petrol onto a saffron banner that read “Hindu Rashtra” setting it partially ablaze near the mosque chowk on Sunday night. The incident has sparked communal tension locally with authorities monitoring the situation closely. Police are trying to identify and take action against the individual involved. Community leaders have called for calm as the video went viral on social media highlighting the delicate situation during religious procession. MP Growth Conclave in Indore on July 11 The Madhya Pradesh government is set to hold MP Growth Conclave on July 11 at Indore’s Brilliant Convention Centre. The event’s theme “Next Horizon: Building Cities of Tomorrow” aims to integrate real estate sector with urban development plans. Leading builders developers and policymakers nationwide are expected to participate focusing on innovative strategies for sustainable city growth. This initiative reflects the state’s push to modernise infrastructure and expand housing projects positioning Indore as a smart city model for Madhya Pradesh’s future urban planning. CM Cong spar over OBC reservation The OBC reservation issue in Madhya Pradesh has heated up as Chief Minister Mohan Yadav blamed Congress for announcing 27% reservation without adequate data or preparation causing the case to be stuck in courts for five years. Congress leader Jitu Patwari hit back saying the CM’s comments reflect political immaturity and that proper legislative processes were followed including passing the law and sending it to governor. Both parties are ramping up their rhetoric to win OBC voter support in this ongoing political showdown. MLA accused of threatening abusing cow vigilante in Bina In Bina a cow vigilante has filed a complaint against MLA Nirmala Sapre alleging she threatened and verbally abused him after he raised concern over illegal grazing and land encroachment. The case has sparked outrage raising questions about the misuse of political power and protection of vigilantes involved in protecting cattle. The police are currently investigating allegations amid demands from activists for fair treatment and stricter action against intimidation attempts. PG admissions extended till July 10 in MP colleges Good news for students seeking postgraduate admission in Madhya Pradesh colleges. The Higher Education Department has extended the online registration deadline till July 10 following a High Court directive. This extension applies to the Counselling Round (CLC) for the academic session 2025-26 offering candidates more time to complete their application. Officials have urged students to apply promptly to avoid missing out emphasising that the extension aims to ensure a smooth and fair admission process across all state colleges. BJP MLA warns of strict action against stone pelters during Kanwar Yatra After communal tension during Moharram BJP MLA Rameshwar Sharma has issued a stern warning ahead of the upcoming Kanwar Yatra. He stated that any attempt to pelt stones during the yatra or the royal procession will face severe consequences vowing to maintain law and order. His statement aims to deter violence and ensure peaceful conduct of religious events during the sacred month of Sawan. Authorities are on high alert to prevent any clashes and protect devotees during festivities. Restaurant owners clash over customers in Ujjain’s Mahakal Lok A dispute over customers escalated into a violent altercation between two restaurant owners near Ujjain’s Mahakal Lok. The confrontation on Wednesday involved physical assault with videos of the incident going viral on social media. The police are investigating the case urging businesses to maintain peace in the sensitive religious tourism area. Authorities have called for stricter regulations to prevent such disputes and ensure a safe environment for visitors and local vendors. ₹13 crore stamp duty scam exposed in Indore A major stamp duty fraud worth ₹13 crore has been uncovered in Indore where land from the DLF Garden City project was falsely classified as rural to evade higher taxes. Three colonisers and two government officials have been booked for conspiracy and cheating. The urban property wrongly documented as rural allowed the accused to pay reduced stamp duty during registration. Authorities are currently investigating the case highlighting serious loopholes in land registration and urban planning transparency in the city. Firing incident at Gwalior toll plaza At Gwalior’s Panihar Toll Plaza toll staff were assaulted when a vehicle’s occupants refused to pay. The attackers reportedly opened fire injured the toll supervisor broke barrier and fled the scene causing panic among workers and commuters. Police have launched an investigation and are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the culprits. The incident highlights growing violence at toll plazas and raises urgent questions about security measures for toll workers in the region. Moong procurement begins in Khandwa Khandwa district has commenced moong procurement for the season with 12 centres established including warehouses owned by local political figures. A special committee has been set up to oversee the process and ensure transparency in weighing payments and storage. The district administration aims to support farmers by preventing irregularities and making procurement smooth and fair. Procurement will continue for one month with officials closely monitoring all activities to maintain trust and efficiency in the procurement drive. Heavy rains disrupt life in MP; two drown in Gandhi Sagar dam Heavy rainfall continues to batter Madhya Pradesh with the weather department issuing alerts for eight districts including Harda Narmadapuram and Vidisha. Flooding and road damage have affected daily life and tragically two youths drowned in Gandhi Sagar Dam Mandsaur. Several roads have collapsed disrupting traffic and isolating villages in Balaghat and Dindori. Authorities are working on rescue and relief operations as more rain is forecast. Residents are advised to stay cautious as the monsoon intensifies across the region.
