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Massive Drug Bust in Neemuch: MD Drug Factory Raided, ₹30 Crore Worth Seized
Madhya Pradesh, State

Massive Drug Bust in Neemuch: MD Drug Factory Raided, ₹30 Crore Worth Seized

Neemuch: In one of the largest operations under the “Strike Against Drugs” campaign, the Narcotics Wing of Madhya Pradesh Police has unearthed an illegal MD drug manufacturing factory in Neemuch district. Over ₹30 crore worth of MD drugs and chemicals used in production were seized, and three accused have been arrested. Details of the OperationThe clandestine factory was operating in a house built on farmland in Lasudiya Istamur village under the Rampura police station area. Acting on a tip-off, the Narcotics Wing conducted a raid on Friday, uncovering the illegal setup. During the operation, authorities seized 2.7 kilograms of solid MD drugs ready for sale, 16 kilograms of liquid MD, and over 70 kilograms of various chemicals used to manufacture the drugs. The raid also led to the c...
Police Raid Three-Story House in Chandanagar, Two Couples Caught in Immoral Activities; Three Arrested
Madhya Pradesh, State

Police Raid Three-Story House in Chandanagar, Two Couples Caught in Immoral Activities; Three Arrested

Chhindwara: In Chandanagar, Chhindwara district, police conducted a raid on a three-story building following repeated complaints of suspicious activities. During the operation, two young couples were found engaging in immoral activities. The building owner was also taken into custody, and all accused have been sent to jail by the court. Details of the RaidAccording to TI Ashish Dhurv, the building, owned by Anil Dwivedi and located near Krishna Tekri, had seen frequent visits from antisocial elements. Acting on a tip-off, police raided the premises and found two male and two female students in one of the rooms. During questioning, it emerged that rooms were being rented out without valid identification documentation. Temporary Room RentalsLocal residents alleged that the owner of the...
BLOs Speak Out: Limited Time, Excessive Work in MP’s Voter List Revision
Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

BLOs Speak Out: Limited Time, Excessive Work in MP’s Voter List Revision

Bhopal: Booth Level Officers (BLOs) engaged in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Madhya Pradesh are facing multiple challenges, ranging from technical difficulties to excessive workload. Urban areas are particularly problematic, with voters difficult to locate, while rural areas struggle with poor network connectivity, delaying data uploads. High Pressure on BLOsThe responsibility of distributing forms, verifying voter information, and uploading data to the official app falls entirely on BLOs. Many officers report being under significant pressure to complete the work within tight deadlines. Recently, a BLO in Shahdol reportedly passed away, with family members attributing the death to work-related stress, though officials have denied this claim. Reports of other BLO...
Cousin Abuses Girl, Breaks Off Her Engagements, Police Take Action
Madhya Pradesh, State

Cousin Abuses Girl, Breaks Off Her Engagements, Police Take Action

Gwalior: A shocking case has come to light in Gwalior, where a girl was sexually exploited by her cousin over several years. The accused took advantage of her being alone at home, threatened her with defamation, and manipulated situations to break off her potential marriage alliances. Following a complaint, the police have registered a case and arrested the accused. Exploitation and ThreatsThe 28-year-old victim, from Rambagh Colony, Inderganj police station area, told authorities that after her father’s death several years ago, she often stayed home alone while her mother worked as a domestic helper and her brothers were engaged in labor work. During this time, her cousin, Sunil, sexually assaulted her. Subsequently, he began threatening her with defamation, coercing her into silence, ...
King Cobra’s Stomach Torn Open: Doctors Stunned by Internal Damage, Save It with 80 Stitches
Madhya Pradesh, State

King Cobra’s Stomach Torn Open: Doctors Stunned by Internal Damage, Save It with 80 Stitches

Ujjain: In a rare and shocking incident, a venomous king cobra in Ujjain district suffered severe injuries after being struck by a JCB machine. The snake was unable to move properly and writhed in pain, prompting locals to alert snake rescuers, who rushed it to a veterinary hospital for urgent treatment. Complex Surgery Saves the CobraA team of veterinarians—Dr. Mukesh Jain, Dr. Ravi Rathore, and Dr. Prashant Parihar—performed a critical surgery to save the king cobra’s life. The procedure involved 80 stitches to repair the internal damage. Dr. Mukesh Jain stated, “Initially, we feared the snake might not survive, as its internal organs were severely damaged.” Surgical Procedure and RecoveryUnder mild anesthesia, the doctors first reconstructed the internal organs and then stitched t...
Delhi: Two Arrested After Knife and Scissors Attack Over Scooter Dispute
crime, DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi: Two Arrested After Knife and Scissors Attack Over Scooter Dispute

New Delhi: A violent dispute over moving a scooter in Seelampur turned brutal when two young men attacked 19-year-old Bhavy Garg, his 73-year-old grandfather, Chiman Lal, and a neighbor, shopkeeper Chirag Goyal, with a knife and scissors. Bhavy Garg sustained serious injuries in the assault. Arrest MadeFollowing the incident, the victims were admitted to Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital for treatment. Seelampur police registered a case under charges including attempt to murder and arrested the two accused, identified as 19-year-olds Mujammil and Farman, residents of Seelampur’s slum area. Incident DetailsAccording to police, the incident occurred on the night of 27 November at around 9:20 PM. Bhavy Garg was at his grandfather’s shop when he asked two young men sitting on a scooter near t...
DDA’s 6-Storey Zonal Building in Rohini Declared Fire Hazard; NOC Cancelled
DELHI (national capital territory), State

DDA’s 6-Storey Zonal Building in Rohini Declared Fire Hazard; NOC Cancelled

New Delhi: The six-storey zonal office of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) at Madhuban Chowk, Rohini, has been flagged for serious fire safety lapses. Following an inspection, the Fire Department has refused to issue the No Objection Certificate (NOC), warning that the building is completely unsafe until deficiencies are addressed. Inspection Reveals Multiple ShortcomingsDuring a routine fire safety inspection, the Deputy Chief Fire Officer identified several critical safety issues in the building. The DDA had applied for a fire NOC through its Assistant Engineer, but the fire team found that the building lacked essential fire escape routes and safety measures. The Deputy Chief Fire Officer clearly stated that the NOC cannot be granted until all identified shortcomings are recti...
Man Slaps Neighbor, Then Stabs Him Over Dispute in Welcome Area; Police Register Attempted Murder Case
crime, DELHI (national capital territory), State

Man Slaps Neighbor, Then Stabs Him Over Dispute in Welcome Area; Police Register Attempted Murder Case

New Delhi: In a violent incident in Delhi’s Welcome area, a man allegedly slapped his neighbor, and when questioned about the attack, stabbed him in the chest. The victim narrowly escaped with his life, and the police have registered an attempted murder case. Incident DetailsThe victim, 30-year-old Mohammad Imran, resides with his family in Seelampur. According to police, Imran had been beaten a few days earlier by the accused, Samad, and his accomplices over unpaid liquor dues. On 21 November, around 7 PM, Imran was returning home from work in Noida when he encountered Samad in the lane near his house. When Imran asked Samad the reason for the earlier assault, the accused allegedly became enraged, drew a knife from his waist, and stabbed Imran on the left side of his chest while thr...
Delhi Pollution Takes a U-Turn: AQI Crosses 350 as Air Quality Worsens
DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi Pollution Takes a U-Turn: AQI Crosses 350 as Air Quality Worsens

New Delhi: Delhi’s pollution levels remain alarming as the Air Quality Index (AQI) once again crossed 350 on Friday. Although stronger winds during the afternoon offered brief relief, several areas in the capital recorded AQI levels above 400, raising health concerns for residents. Air Quality OverviewAccording to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s AQI was 369 on Friday, with a morning peak of 381 at 9 AM. Afternoon winds helped slightly reduce pollution levels, but the overall air quality remains in the “very poor” category. Hotspots Across the CapitalSeveral localities recorded critically high AQI levels, including: Rohini: 418 RK Puram: 416 Punjabi Bagh: 408 Nehru Nagar: 415 Mundka: 417 Jahangirpuri: 409 Dwarka Sector-8: 419 Ashok Vihar: 4...
No Fog or Rain in Delhi This November: Experts Explain the Unusual Weather
DELHI (national capital territory), State

No Fog or Rain in Delhi This November: Experts Explain the Unusual Weather

New Delhi: Despite an early start to winter this year, Delhi has experienced neither fog nor significant cold. Residents have even felt warmth in the afternoon sun, raising questions about the city’s unusual weather patterns. Experts say that winter in Delhi is normally influenced by two factors: rainfall and fog. Both have been largely absent this November. Weather DataOn Friday, the maximum temperature in Delhi was recorded at 25.9°C, slightly below the seasonal average by 0.1°C. The minimum temperature was 11.1°C, which is 2.2°C lower than normal. Humidity levels ranged between 46% and 100%. Fog Missing This SeasonTypically, Delhi experiences fog on 12 days in November, 19 days in December, and 21 days in January, along with about 6 mm of rainfall in November. However, this year, ...