राज्य
30-Sep-2025
Seniors force GenZ protest in DAVV In Indore’s DAVV University a troubling case of digital ragging has surfaced. According to the Anti-Ragging Committee seniors allegedly forced freshers to mimic Nepal-style GenZ protests. Juniors were told to create fake emails and Twitter accounts trend hashtags and push protest narratives. Those who refused faced threats of being batch-outed. A senior named Aman Patel allegedly ordered deletion of WhatsApp chats while Umang Agrawal created a group called “Senior Introduction” to circulate instructions. Investigations are underway with university authorities promising strict action. The incident has sparked debate on new-age bullying disguised as activism. ED raids Path Group over Ambani links Enforcement Directorate teams raided Path India Limited offices in Mhow seizing documents computers and digital records. Sources say the action is linked to a larger bank loan scam involving a firm tied to Anil Ambani. Investigators suspect financial irregularities in multiple construction deals between Path Group and Ambani’s company. Raids took place at several locations and lasted for hours. Officials are now analysing seized data for evidence of fund misuse. With corporate links emerging the case could snowball into a high-profile financial investigation. ED sources suggest more companies may soon come under scrutiny. Congress posters call for faith unity Congress women’s leader Noori Khan led a protest in Ujjain holding posters that read “I Love Mahakal Jesus Mohammad Constitution Bharat.” The move follows communal tensions triggered by similar posters in Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. Khan said all religions deserve equal respect and that politics must not divide faiths. The protest held at Nehru Tower remained peaceful under close police watch. Political analysts call this a symbolic push for communal harmony. The posters have gained attention across Madhya Pradesh especially as religious sentiment runs high during festival season. Brahmin group opposes Ravan Dahan After Indore’s High Court banned Shoorpanakha effigy burning a new controversy is brewing. The All India Brahmin Youth Organization has now demanded a ban on Ravan Dahan itself. The group claims that burning Ravan insults Brahmin identity as Ravan was a Brahmin by birth. Group leader Rupesh Mehta says Dussehra rituals must evolve with time. Traditionalists have pushed back calling the demand an attack on cultural heritage. The issue could head to court as Dussehra approaches setting the stage for a broader debate over mythological symbolism and caste politics. BJP MP’s flower shower video goes viral A video of BJP MP Darshan Singh Chaudhary being showered with flowers during a Navratri event in Narmadapuram–Narsinghpur has gone viral. Supporters claim it reflects public love and devotion. Critics call it political showmanship during a religious festival. The MP has yet to issue a formal statement. Meanwhile opposition parties are using the clip to target BJP accusing leaders of mixing politics with faith. Social media reactions remain divided with some defending the MP’s participation while others see it as excessive and unnecessary. Digvijay slams NSA action on Wangchuk Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijay Singh has criticised the use of NSA against Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk. Singh called the move undemocratic and said Wangchuk was peacefully raising environmental concerns. The Congress leader said that criminalising dissent is dangerous for democracy. His comments have reignited political debate in Parliament and across media platforms. Singh emphasized that the entire Congress party stands behind Wangchuk. Activists and legal experts have also questioned the governments approach saying it risks suppressing legitimate protest under harsh national security laws. Dhirendra Shastri calls for Garba dress code Bageshwar Dhams Dhirendra Shastri has stirred debate with his remarks on Navratri Garba events. He publicly urged organizers to allow only boys and girls wearing “proper” clothing into Garba pandals. Shastri said increasing vulgarity and Western dressing style is diluting the cultural essence of the festival. His comments triggered strong reactions online. Supporters welcomed the call for decency while critics slammed it as moral policing. Event organizers are now facing pressure to regulate dress codes during upcoming festivities. The controversy is heating up as Navratri nears. Fatal road crashes in Bhind Panna Tragedy struck Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday with deadly accidents reported in Bhind and Panna. In Bhind a truck canter and two motorcycles collided on a bridge near Phoop killing five on the spot. Local residents rushed to help as police shifted bodies to a nearby hospital. In Panna another serious accident left several injured adding to growing concerns about road safety across the state. Officials say reckless driving and poor road conditions continue to cause fatalities. Families of the victims are demanding stricter enforcement of traffic laws. Rain alert for Dussehra celebrations The Weather Department has issued a rain alert across Madhya Pradesh starting October 1. Several southern districts may witness heavy showers on Dussehra day possibly disrupting Ramleela and Ravan Dahan events. Light rainfall is expected in central and northern regions. Officials urge citizens to prepare for wet conditions during the festive period. Farmers are welcoming the rainfall as it could help ongoing crops. However organizers of outdoor religious programs are now making backup plans. The unseasonal rain may dampen celebrations but bring relief to agriculture.
