Madhya Pradesh

June 23, 2025 9:00 AM

Heavy rains lash MP, Chhattisgarh with red alerts in some areas, Gujarat also sees heavy downpours

Central India continued to face the brunt of active monsoon systems on Sunday, as heavy rainfall lashed large parts of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, severely disrupting routine life. Gujarat continues to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall over the past several days, leading to significant water inflows into river systems and dams, particularly in Saurashtra and south Gujarat. More than 22 districts across Madhya Pradesh recorded considerable precipitation, resulting in waterlogging, r...

June 15, 2025 10:38 AM

Any attempt to threaten India’s sovereignty will face decisive action: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday reaffirmed that national security remains a priority, making it clear that any attempt to threaten India’s sovereignty will be met with decisive action. He underscored the government’s firm stance on protecting the nation’s interests. He also emphasised the importance of discipline, ideological commitment, and public service in shaping the future of the party and the nation. He was addressing a gathering of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s MP-MLA T...

June 12, 2025 10:20 AM

Monsoon rain brings much-needed relief from heatwave in MP

After a blistering day under a relentless sun, Madhya Pradesh witnessed a dramatic shift in weather on Wednesday evening. Around 9 p.m., Bhopal was swept by gusty winds, followed by a refreshing spell of rain, providing much-needed relief to residents. In Tikamgarh’s Mau Ghat, thunder cracked across the sky as rain lashed the area, accompanied by pea-sized hailstones, the report said. Similar weather conditions were reported from Vidisha and Raisen, where skies opened up after a day of oppre...

June 11, 2025 8:53 AM

Thunderstorms, heavy showers likely in many states; IMD issues orange alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued an Orange Alert for several regions, warning of moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching speeds of up to 60 kmph over the next two to three hours. The alert covers large parts of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Assam, with the IMD urging residents to remain cautious and follow official weather advisories. In Madhya Pradesh, districts including D...

June 1, 2025 11:16 AM

PM Modi virtually inaugurates Satna and Datia airports in Madhya Pradesh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday virtually inaugurated the newly constructed Satna Airport and the upgraded Datia Airport in Madhya Pradesh, marking a major step towards enhancing regional connectivity and infrastructure development under the UDAN scheme. The inauguration events were held simultaneously at both airport sites in the presence of state and local officials. The development is expected to significantly benefit the Bundelkhand and Baghelkhand regions by providing improved acc...

May 9, 2025 11:46 AM

All police leaves cancelled in Madhya Pradesh amid tensions with Pakistan

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, the Madhya Pradesh government has cancelled all police leaves across the state. A notification issued by the Madhya Pradesh Police Headquarters (PHQ) on Friday morning stated: “All leaves for police personnel in the state have been cancelled.” The PHQ has also alerted all district Superintendents of Police (SPs), instructing them to remain on high alert and prepared for any emergency. Director General of Poli...

April 28, 2025 8:40 AM

Madhya Pradesh: PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for families of 12 victims in Mandsaur accident

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of the 12 people who lost their lives in a tragic accident in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district on Sunday. "Saddened by the loss of lives in an accident in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. An ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs 50,000: PM," the PM...

March 25, 2025 9:20 AM

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt birthday wishes to Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday, praying for his long and healthy life. Born in 1965 in Ujjain, Mohan Yadav is a lawyer by profession and has been a key figure in Madhya Pradesh politics. He previously served as a minister in the state government led by former Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan from 2020 to 2023. After securing re-election from the Ujjain South Assembly seat in 2023, Yadav was sworn in...

February 27, 2025 9:00 AM

President Droupadi Murmu to visit Gujarat on final leg of three-state tour

President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Gujarat on Wednesday on the final leg of her three-state tour. The President landed at Vadodara from Madhya Pradesh where she attended a mass wedding ceremony which was organised by Shri Bageshwar Jan Seva Samiti, at Gadha, Chhatarpur in Madhya Pradesh. She left for Ektanagar to pay her tributes at the Statue of Unity and to witness the Narmada Aarti at Kevadia in Gujarat. The Statue of Unity has been built as a tribute to the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallab...

February 24, 2025 2:03 PM

Textile, Tourism, Technology: PM Modi’s ‘mantra’ for India’s development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Global Investors Summit (GIS) in Bhopal on Monday, urging investors to explore the abundant opportunities in Madhya Pradesh. Highlighting the state's industrial, infrastructural, and entrepreneurial potential, PM Modi described it as the ideal time to invest in the region. Addressing a gathering of business leaders, policymakers, and global investors, PM Modi said, “The Global Investors Summit in Madhya Pradesh is a commendable initiative. It serve...