अंतर्राष्ट्रीय
08-Jul-2025
Brahmin community upset over CM remark Tension is brewing after a statement by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav during a Self-Help Group event in Lahar on May 23. Members of the Brahmin community took serious offence prompting a delegation from the Sarv Brahmin Yuva Samiti to submit a memorandum at Deputy CM Rajendra Shukla’s residence in Bhopal. The community is demanding a public clarification from the chief minister. While officials remained tight-lipped political analysts say the CM’s comment could dent his image among upper-caste voters ahead of upcoming local elections. Cong MLA sparks controversy with RSS slur Congress MLA from Gwalior Rural Sahab Singh Gurjar stirred fresh controversy during a Nyay Satyagraha rally in Ashoknagar. From the stage Gurjar made an inflammatory remark saying The real men went to war the eunuchs joined the RSS. The crowd reacted with surprise while BJP leaders condemned the statement calling it vulgar and defamatory. Gurjars comment came amid protests against an FIR lodged against MP Congress chief Jitu Patwari. BJP is expected to file a complaint and party insiders suggest disciplinary action may follow from the Congress high command. Cyber AI studies to begin at media university Madhya Pradesh’s top media school Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism is all set to go tech-forward. CM Dr. Mohan Yadav has directed the institution to launch new courses focused on cyber security and artificial intelligence. The aim is to align media education with global tech trends and make the university a hub for advanced research. University officials say the curriculum overhaul will prepare students for next-gen journalism and digital media jobs. Admissions for the new programmes are expected to begin soon. Cartoonist’s bail rejected over controversial Modi RSS drawing Cartoonist Hemant Malviya’s anticipatory bail was rejected by the Madhya Pradesh High Court over a controversial cartoon targeting PM Narendra Modi and the RSS. The court said Malviya crossed the line of artistic freedom and stressed custodial interrogation was necessary. The cartoon had gone viral on social media sparking outrage from BJP supporters. Malviya’s legal team said they will challenge the order but the case has now turned into a larger debate on freedom of expression in India. Saffron flag burnt in Ratlam protests erupt in Bhopal Tension soared in Bhopal after members of the Sanskriti Bachao Manch hit the streets demanding strict action under the National Security Act. The protest followed a controversial incident in Ratlam during a Muharram procession where a saffron flag was allegedly set on fire. The group claims this was a deliberate attempt to incite communal tension. Protesters urged CM Dr. Mohan Yadav to take immediate action against those responsible warning that failure to act could lead to unrest across the state. IndiGo flight makes emergency landing in Indore An IndiGo flight from Indore to Raipur made an emergency landing shortly after takeoff Tuesday morning. Flight 6E 7295 took off at 6:35 AM but a sudden jolt mid-air forced the pilot to turn back. The aircraft landed safely at 7:15 AM. No injuries were reported but passengers were visibly shaken. The airline has cancelled the flight and offered refunds or rescheduling options. IndiGo has launched a technical probe into the incident. This daily service usually departs Indore early morning and returns from Raipur the same day. Kailash Vijayvargiya warns BJP workers on love jihad Senior BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya has sounded the alarm on love jihad urging party workers to stay vigilant. Speaking at a party event he described such incidents as shameful and accused certain groups of targeting Hindu girls. The remark comes amid a police manhunt for a Congress councillor from Indore allegedly involved in such a case. Vijayvargiya stressed that BJP workers must not only fight elections but also social evils. His comments sparked a political row with Congress accusing BJP of communalising personal relationships. MP government takes Rs 4800 crore loan debt rises The Madhya Pradesh government borrowed Rs 4800 crore on Tuesday through two separate loans adding to the state’s mounting debt. The funds were raised by selling securities via the Reserve Bank of India with repayment periods stretching to 16 and 18 years. With this the total debt for the fiscal year has reached Rs 14300 crore and the state’s overall debt now stands at Rs 4.36 lakh crore. Critics warn the growing liabilities could affect future development spending. The finance department however claims the loan is part of routine budget management. Youth Congress sees record sign-ups for elections Over 7.5 lakh members have registered to vote in the Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress elections. Nineteen candidates including five women and a differently-abled auto driver from Satna are in the race for the state president post. The election process which began on June 20 will conclude with online voting on July 19 through a mobile app. The contest features wide representation from SC ST OBC and general categories signaling a new push for inclusivity. Party leaders say this internal election is part of Congress’s broader strategy to rejuvenate its youth wing. Bad road sparks protest by school parents in Narmadapuram In Narmadapuram angry parents and teachers staged a protest Tuesday morning over a broken road near Samaritan School. The 200-meter stretch between Chakkar Road and Chhoti Pahadiya is riddled with potholes turning into a muddy trap during rains. Accidents involving schoolchildren are now a daily concern. Despite repeated complaints to the municipal corporation no repair work has been initiated. The school management has been filling potholes on its own each year but the patchwork doesnt last. Residents are demanding urgent repairs before the monsoon intensifies. Heavy rains trigger dam openings across MP Relentless rains across Madhya Pradesh have led to water levels rising dangerously in multiple rivers and reservoirs. Authorities opened seven gates of the Satpura Dam in Sarni and 12 gates of Sujara Dam in Mandla on Tuesday. Districts like Sheopur Shahdol Dindori and Umaria are already on flood alert. The state government has deployed disaster response teams in vulnerable areas. Residents near low-lying areas are being advised to remain cautious. Officials warn that continued downpours could lead to further dam discharges in the coming days.
