राष्ट्रीय
09-Oct-2026
MP High Court Rejects 27% OBC Quota Demand The Madhya Pradesh High Court has rejected all petitions seeking 27 per cent reservation for Other Backward Classes or OBCs. The court has kept the reservation at 14 per cent. It has also directed the government to fill posts that were kept vacant under the remaining 13 per cent quota. These posts must be given to candidates from the unreserved category within three months. The decision comes amid a long-running legal dispute over OBC reservation in the state. The ruling is an important development for job seekers and candidates waiting for appointments in Madhya Pradesh. CM Mohan Yadav Inspects Harda District Hospital Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav visited Harda on Friday and inspected the district hospital. He visited different wards and reviewed the healthcare facilities available to patients. Later he reached an old-age home and met elderly residents. He asked about their well-being and presented them with shawls coconuts and gifts. The elderly residents expressed their affection and blessed the Chief Minister. During his visit Yadav also attended various programmes at the district panchayat office. He later participated in a district-level review meeting to discuss important issues and review ongoing work in the district. Student Activists Detained at Itarsi Railway Station Security agencies and police are on alert ahead of a major protest scheduled in Delhi on October 10. Meanwhile a controversy has emerged at Itarsi railway station in Madhya Pradesh. Student activists travelling to Delhi to take part in the protest were reportedly removed from a train and taken into custody. The incident took place as preparations for the demonstration continued. The action has raised questions about the movement of protesters travelling to the national capital. Further details about the detention and the reasons behind the police action were not available in the report. Patwari Union Leaders Meet Deputy CM in Bhopal Patwaris in Madhya Pradesh are continuing their protest despite dismissals and suspensions. On Friday morning a delegation of Patwari Union leaders met Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla in Bhopal. The representatives presented their demands during the meeting. After the discussion union leaders said the Deputy Chief Minister had sent a note to the Chief Secretary for necessary improvements. The union has appealed to patwaris across the state to remain patient and continue standing firm on their demands. The meeting comes as the dispute between the patwaris and the state government continues despite disciplinary action. NGT Orders Regular Water Testing of Bhopals Upper Lake The National Green Tribunal has issued directions over concerns about water chestnut farming in Bhopals Upper Lake also known as Bada Talab. The case involves the possible use of pesticides during farming and the impact on the lakes environment. The tribunal has directed the Pollution Control Board to test the lake water regularly. A committee has also investigated the matter. The tribunal took up the issue on its own after concerns were raised about the lakes ecological health. The directions aim to monitor water quality and protect the important water body which is a major source of concern for the city. Rain Likely in Eastern Districts Clear Skies Ahead The weather in Madhya Pradesh is changing with rain expected in some eastern districts on Friday. The affected areas include Rewa Satna Sidhi Singrauli Shahdol Anuppur and nearby districts. Thunderstorms and lightning are also possible in some places. However most parts of the state are likely to remain dry. The weather system is expected to weaken after October 9. According to the forecast skies may remain clear across Madhya Pradesh from October 10 to 12. Bhopal is also expected to see sunny weather with daytime temperatures reaching around 35 degrees Celsius.
