अंतर्राष्ट्रीय
30-Jul-2025
Cong councillor held for love jihad funding Congress councillor Anwar Qadri infamously known as ‘Dacoit’ has been arrested in Jammu and Kashmir. Police allege he funded interfaith conversions in Indore by paying Muslim youths ₹1 lakh to lure Hindu girls and ₹2 lakh to marry them. His daughter Ayesha Qadri was also arrested earlier this week from Delhi in connection with the same case. Authorities say both were part of a broader plan aimed at promoting what they call ‘love jihad’. The arrest has triggered political uproar with BJP demanding stricter laws while Congress has yet to release an official statement. 4 key bills tabled as Assembly session heats up On day three of Madhya Pradesh Assembly’s monsoon session four important bills were tabled—one by Higher Education Minister Inder Singh Parmar and three by Finance Minister Jagdish Devda. The house also saw sharp exchanges during discussion on the supplementary budget. Congress MLA Omkar Singh Markam alleged massive corruption claiming ₹15 crore is being allotted to ruling party MLAs while opposition legislators are denied basic development funds. He further alleged money is being collected in exchange for transfers. BJP ministers called the accusations baseless but the opposition is now demanding a high-level probe into the alleged fund distribution. Bulldozers roll on drug kingpin’s empire Major action unfolded in Bhopal as bulldozers moved in to demolish illegal properties linked to drug smuggler Shariq Machhli. The operation led by Huzur SDM Vineet Sonakia cleared around 50 acres of government land in Anantpura Kokta. Illegal farmhouses warehouses factories and residential buildings were flattened. Authorities used 10 to 15 heavy JCB machines for the drive. Locals say these structures had long operated under political protection. Police confirmed the properties were acquired using drug money. The crackdown is part of the administration’s push to dismantle criminal networks and reclaim encroached state land. Ujjain seer’s anti-Sai Baba remark sparks outrage In a shocking statement Mahamandaleshwar Swami Premanand Puri of Niranjani Akhada said idols of Sai Baba should be thrown into wells and photos should be burned. Speaking in Ujjain he questioned why Hindus worship a Muslim saint while ignoring 84 crore Hindu deities. His remarks have triggered outrage among Sai Baba devotees and religious leaders nationwide. Several spiritual groups have condemned the statement calling it divisive and disrespectful. Police are monitoring the situation closely amid calls for action against the seer. Religious tensions remain high in parts of Ujjain following the comments. MP Hammers set for Pro Panja League debut Madhya Pradesh is gearing up for its debut in the Pro Panja League with its home team MP Hammers. The arm-wrestling league’s second season kicks off August 5 in Gwalior and excitement is building across the state. The 17-day championship will feature top teams from across India competing in power-packed bouts. Organisers say this season will be bigger and better after a successful first edition. MP Hammers are expected to bring strong regional talent to the table. Sports enthusiasts and fans of combat sports are eager to see how the new team performs in its opening season. More MBBS seats in govt colleges private seats slashed Madhya Pradesh has increased MBBS seats in government medical colleges by 150 even as private institutions have cut 250 seats. In addition BDS (dental) seats have been reduced by 50. This year a total of 4775 seats will be available across MBBS and BDS courses. Officials say the move aims to boost access to affordable medical education. However private colleges have cited financial strain and regulatory changes for the seat cuts. Aspirants are now expected to face tougher competition for government seats even as the overall distribution shifts in favour of public institutions. No helmet no petrol rule starts Aug 1 in Indore From August 1 two-wheeler riders in Indore will be denied fuel if they are not wearing a helmet. District Collector Ashish Singh issued the order in a bid to improve road safety. Petrol pump staff have been instructed to refuse service to non-compliant riders. Those flouting the rule repeatedly may face license suspension. However exemptions will be made for medical emergencies and essential services. The administration says the move comes after a spike in head injury-related deaths in recent months. Officials plan to review impact of the rule within the first 30 days of enforcement. Tehsildar citizen clash during Gwalior public hearing A public hearing in Gwalior turned chaotic after a heated exchange between a complainant and the tehsildar over an illegal colony issue. Eyewitnesses say the argument escalated into a physical scuffle after the official took offense at the complainant’s tone. Police were called in and the man was taken to the station. Officials later claimed the complainant was being disruptive while locals alleged the tehsildar was trying to intimidate him. The incident has sparked criticism over the handling of public grievances and raised questions about transparency in local governance. Floods hit MP hard 27 schoolkids rescued Floods continue to wreak havoc in parts of Madhya Pradesh as heavy rains lash districts like Guna and Shivpuri. In Kolaras village 27 schoolchildren trapped by floodwaters were rescued by boat after being stranded for nearly 30 hours. Army teams have been deployed in several areas for rescue and relief work. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav reviewed the situation directing district collectors to intensify relief operations. The state has requested helicopters from the Defence Ministry to assist in airlifting those marooned. Roads bridges and houses have been damaged leaving thousands affected by the rising waters.
