राष्ट्रीय
02-Oct-2026
Bandhavgarh Safari Booked Out for a Month Tigress Spotted on Day One The new tourism season has started at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve after a three-month monsoon break. Jungle safaris resumed on October 1 in the reserve’s core area. On the first day tourists were welcomed at Tala Magadhi and Khitauli gates with traditional ceremonies. Visitors were excited when a tigress was spotted during the safari. Many tourists captured the sight on their cameras. Officials said online safari bookings for nearly one month were already sold out before the season began showing strong interest among wildlife lovers and tourists. MP Chief Minister Pays Tribute to Gandhi and Shastri Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversaries. Speaking at a function in Bhopal he said India’s democracy is gaining global recognition under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. He added that Gandhi’s ideas of self-reliance and Swadeshi continue through initiatives such as Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat. The Chief Minister offered floral tributes at Gandhi’s statue at Kushabhau Thakre Convention Centre and later paid respects to Shastri at Old Vidhan Sabha Square. Heavy Security Around Ujjain’s Shahi Masjid Security remains tight around Ujjain’s Shahi Masjid following unrest linked to demolition work near the structure. Police have set up barricades up to 500 meters around the mosque and restricted movement in the area. A large police force was deployed during Friday prayers to maintain law and order. Authorities said prayers were conducted peacefully at all mosques in the city. Extra security was placed near the location where stone-pelting had occurred earlier this week. Officials have appealed to residents to maintain peace and cooperate with security arrangements. Woman Killed in Brutal Attack in Chhatarpur A woman was killed in a violent attack in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhatarpur district. According to police the incident took place in Amaltas Colony where the victim was allegedly attacked by her husband and another person. CCTV footage reportedly captured the incident. The victim identified as 27-year-old Jyoti Chaurasia had recently moved to the area and worked at a hotel. Police said she suffered multiple injuries during the attack. A case has been registered and an investigation is underway. Authorities are working to identify the motive and take legal action. MP Pilgrims Allegedly Cheated During Char Dham Tour Around 145 pilgrims from Madhya Pradesh’s Alirajpur district have alleged fraud during a Char Dham pilgrimage tour. The group claimed they were left stranded in Chamoli Uttarakhand after paying extra money during the journey. According to reports the organizer was questioned by local police following complaints from the travelers. Authorities said certain items were recovered during the inquiry and further investigation is continuing. The affected pilgrims reportedly remained stranded for several days before receiving assistance. Officials are examining the allegations and gathering details from those involved. Monsoon Likely to Exit Madhya Pradesh by October 10 The southwest monsoon is expected to withdraw from Madhya Pradesh by October 10 according to weather experts. Before its departure the state is likely to experience a mix of sunshine and occasional rainfall. Clear skies are expected over Bhopal Indore Ujjain Gwalior and Jabalpur during the next three days. Rainfall may return to eastern parts of the state around October 5. Weather officials said daytime temperatures will remain warm while nights are expected to become cooler. Residents have been advised to follow local weather updates.
