राज्य
03-Oct-2025
11 cremated together after Khandwa tragedy In Khandwa a religious celebration turned into heartbreak. A tractor-trolley carrying around 30 people overturned during Durga idol immersion killing 11 including an 8-year-old child and young women. All 11 were cremated together on Friday in Padalfata village where grief replaced joy. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav visited the village spent 25 minutes with families and announced ₹4 lakh compensation for each victim’s kin. The entire community which was celebrating Navratri is now mourning. Locals say safety arrangements were missing. The tragic incident has left a deep scar on the region’s festive spirit. Soybean farmers to get relief for Yellow Mosaic disease MP government has announced a major relief package for soybean farmers hit by Yellow Mosaic disease. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday said this is the first time the state will compensate farmers for this crop damage. He urged farmers to register their crops for support under Bhavantar. If needed extra funds will be added to cover losses. Earlier the CM had transferred ₹653 crore to farmers affected by floods and heavy rain. The move is being seen as a lifeline for soybean cultivators struggling with crop failure in several districts. Digvijaya slams RSS sparks political storm Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh reignited controversy in Jhansi by attacking RSS. He claimed RSS is not even a registered body but still interferes in society and incites riots. Singh said whenever violence erupts RSS disowns those involved. He also countered population claims stating that Muslim numbers have declined more than Hindu numbers contradicting Sangh narratives. His comments have triggered fresh political debate with BJP leaders hitting back. Singh’s long-standing criticism of the Sangh Parivar is once again making headlines just as political temperatures begin to rise ahead of elections. Buy Indian boost jobs says Khandelwal BJP state president Hemant Khandelwal has called on citizens to support Indian-made products. Speaking at a public event he said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a self-reliant India depends on citizens choosing Swadeshi goods. According to Khandelwal every rupee spent on local products helps create jobs and strengthens domestic industries. He urged workers and the general public to reduce dependency on foreign brands. His message received support from party workers who launched a campaign to promote pride in homegrown brands. The push aligns with ongoing efforts to revive small-scale and local industries. Toxic cough syrup kills 7 kids in Chhindwara A shocking health crisis has rocked Chhindwara where seven children died after consuming toxic cough syrup. Tests reportedly found industrial chemicals in the medicine. Congress leader Umang Singhar blamed serious government negligence and demanded compensation for the affected families. Deputy CM Rajendra Shukla had earlier given the manufacturer a clean chit sparking backlash. Congress released a satirical photo showing syrup being offered to the deputy CM intensifying political heat. Public outrage is growing with calls for stricter checks on pharmaceutical products. The tragedy raises serious questions about drug safety in Madhya Pradesh. Morena solar project sets record ₹2.70/unit tariff India’s first solar-plus-storage project has gone live in Morena setting a record tariff of just ₹2.70 per unit. Energy Minister Rakesh Shukla said the project will ensure 95% annual power availability—firm and renewable—at a rate lower than conventional sources. This milestone combines solar power with battery storage making green energy more reliable. Officials say the success of this project could attract major investments in clean power. It marks a significant step in Madhya Pradesh’s transition to renewable energy while also reducing dependence on coal-based electricity. Protest planned against smart meters A major protest is brewing in Bhopal over smart electricity meters. On October 6 thousands are expected to gather at Ambedkar Park under the banner of the Madhya Pradesh Electricity Consumers Association. The group is demanding 200 free units of power lower tariffs and rollback of smart meters. Activists say the new meters are causing inflated bills and financial burden. A strategy meeting was held Friday to mobilize support. Organizers accuse the government of ignoring public concerns. The protest is expected to draw statewide attention and could pressure officials to review the policy. Indore officials caught red-handed taking ₹40000 bribe In a sting operation Indore’s Economic Offences Wing caught two municipal officers red-handed while accepting a ₹40000 bribe. Assistant Revenue Officer Puneet Agrawal and Bill Collector Rohit Sable had allegedly demanded ₹50000 to unseal a trader’s warehouse. The trader filed a complaint on October 1 after which a trap was set. Both officers were arrested during the cash exchange. The incident has triggered public anger and exposed corruption in city offices. Citizens are demanding strict action and permanent removal of the accused. Authorities say further investigation is underway. Hotel incident in Bhopal sparks communal tension A hotel room incident in Bhopal’s Habibganj area has sparked communal tension. Bajrang Dal activists barged into a hotel and found a Muslim gym trainer Mazhar Khan with a Hindu girl. They accused him of hiding his identity to lure her. The activists beat him up before handing him to police. Arguments broke out between protesters and police officers. Authorities assured a full investigation. The girl’s family has been informed. The incident has reignited the love jihad debate with strong reactions pouring in from both sides of the political and social spectrum. Heavy rain lashes Jabalpurnearby districts Several districts in Madhya Pradesh including Jabalpur Sidhi Singrauli and Mauganj saw heavy rainfall on Friday. Mauganj recorded nearly 10 hours of continuous rain leading to waterlogging in low-lying areas. Sidhi received over 6.5 inches in just 24 hours. Weather officials have issued alerts for 17 districts warning of more heavy rain in coming days. While the showers have brought some relief for farmers concerns are rising over potential crop damage and urban flooding. Locals in flood-prone areas have been advised to remain on high alert.
