Madhya Pradesh

Satna, Madhya Pradesh: A horrifying road accident claimed three lives in Satna district on Wednesday evening. A high-speed, out-of-control Scorpio collided violently with a bike, killing three members of a single family on the spot. A 10-year-old girl, also on the bike, sustained critical injuries and is battling for her life in hospital. Victims IdentifiedThe deceased include Mukesh Kol (40), his 8-year-old son Akash, and family relative Shantu Kol (40). The injured girl has been identified as Divya (10). The family was returning from Nagoud after attending a court proceeding. Details of the AccidentAccording to police reports, the accident occurred near Singhpur Chowk. The bike, carrying the four family members, was hit head-on by a speeding Scorpio coming from the opposite directi...

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh: In a disturbing case that has shaken the local community, a stepfather was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Gwalior District Court for sexually assaulting his minor stepdaughter while her mother was away. Along with the life term, the court imposed a fine of ₹25,000 and ordered compensation of ₹4 lakh to the victim. Swift Justice DeliveredThe POCSO Act court ensured justice for the victim within six months of the incident, highlighting the effectiveness of prompt prosecution and judicial action. Incident DetailsThe crime occurred in April 2025 in the Bhanwarpura area, when the minor was sleeping at home with her sister while her mother had traveled to Morena for a wedding. Taking advantage of the mother’s absence, the stepfather allegedly entered the roo...

Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh: The ongoing SIR survey in Shahdol has received a motivational boost thanks to an innovative initiative by District Collector Dr. Kedar Singh. Recognizing the pressure and demanding nature of election-related work, the collector has introduced a unique reward system for Booth Level Officers (BLOs) who achieve excellence. Under the initiative, the first 100 BLOs who complete 100% digitization of the voter lists in record time will be honored with a pilgrimage trip to the sacred site of Amarkantak. In addition, they will enjoy a movie outing with their families. Incentivizing EfficiencyDr. Kedar Singh, along with the District Election Officer, has linked motivation and recognition with performance in the SIR survey. The top-performing BLOs will not only complete...

Bhopal:The Madhya Pradesh government has taken strict action against senior IAS officer Santosh Verma following his controversial remarks on caste-based reservation. A “Show Cause Notice” was issued to Verma, and he was suspended with immediate effect late Wednesday night. His statements had sparked widespread outrage within the Brahmin community and various social groups. Controversial Remarks Ignite Backlash:The controversy began on November 22 during a literary event in Bhopal, where Verma questioned the relevance of the reservation system. He claimed that the policy had served its original purpose and was now being used as a “permanent political tool.” The remarks escalated when he added that the benefits of reservation should be limited to one family member unless a Brahmin “giv...

Betul, Madhya Pradesh In a heartbreaking incident from Betul district, two municipal council employees—Rajni Dundele (48) and Mithun (29)—ended their lives by jumping into a well after facing continuous humiliation and accusations about their character. The tragic event has sent shockwaves through the region, raising serious questions about workplace harassment and social insensitivity. A Relationship Misunderstood, Lives Destroyed Rajni, a widow working as a clerk in the municipal council, considered Mithun—an employee in the water supply department—like her own son. Both worked in the same office, but their pure, respectful bond was repeatedly tainted by colleagues who accused them of having an affair. According to the suicide note recovered from Rajni’s house, she was deeply...

Sidhi: In a horrifying road accident near the Kamreji and Maugunj police station boundaries, a speeding Scorpio collided with a motorcycle, causing a one-and-a-half-year-old boy, Suraj Saket, to be flung into the air and land on the SUV’s roof. Shockingly, the driver did not stop to help the child and instead sped away, covering approximately 10 kilometers before the toddler was rescued. The accident occurred near Bahera Dabar on Monday evening around 7 PM. The Scorpio struck the motorcycle carrying Umesh Saket and the child’s mother, Munni Saket, both of whom sustained injuries. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the toddler crying atop the moving SUV as the driver continued to accelerate, displaying extreme negligence and a blatant disregard for human life. Police Action: Upon receiving ...

Bhopal:A dramatic scene unfolded during a public grievance hearing in the state capital when a woman openly confronted Additional Collector Ankur Meshram, accusing officials of ignoring her complaint filed three months ago. Frustrated and emotional, the woman lashed out, saying:“If you cannot listen to the public, vacate the chair. I will sit there and hear people’s problems myself.”Her remarks created uproar inside the hall, leaving officials and attendees stunned. Hearing Underway Since Morning The incident occurred on Tuesday during the Collector's weekly public hearing. Officials had been hearing grievances since 10:30 AM. Around 12:45 PM, the woman arrived with her 11-year-old daughter and raised a loud protest while explaining her issue. When ADM Meshram attempted to offer a...

Bhopal: Cybercrime in Madhya Pradesh has taken a frightening turn—beyond financial frauds, it is now claiming lives. In a shocking incident, a senior advocate from Bhopal died by suicide after receiving a threatening call from cyber criminals who falsely accused him of sending money to suspects involved in the recent Delhi blast. The victim, 68-year-old Advocate Shivkumar Verma, lived with his wife in Barkhedi, Jahangirabad. His children reside in Pune and Delhi. On Monday evening, while his wife was in Delhi for treatment, she tried calling him several times but received no response. Concerned, she asked a tenant to check on him. Around 10:30 PM, the tenant found the door locked from inside. When he looked through the window, he saw Verma hanging from the ceiling fan. Police were im...