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Government notifies 11 more international ports, enabling entry of e-visa holder foreigners; total tally rises to 88

India has added eleven new international ports for e-visa holders, increasing the total to eighty-eight. These new entry points include nine land borders and two airports in Bhopal and Tirupati. The expansion aims to simplify and liberalize India's visa regime for legitimate foreign travelers. This move is part of broader…

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The Hair Clip Is Back: How Gen Z Indian Women Are Reclaiming Traditional Adornment

What your grandmother clipped into her braid without thinkingThe gold-toned hairclip your nani kept in a steel box beside her sindoor wasn't decorative in any self-conscious way. It was functional. It held a plait, kept hair off a face bent over a chulha, marked the end of the morning routine.…

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Madhya Pradesh gets four new flight routes, Bhopal, Rewa, Jabalpur linked to Patna, Kolkata

In a significant boost for air travel in Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal has welcomed four new flights, enhancing its connectivity. The new routes now link Bhopal to Rewa and Patna, while Rewa expands its horizons towards Jabalpur and Kolkata. Union Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu emphasized the success of the UDAN scheme…

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The Stepwell Trail Through Madhya Pradesh: A Guide to India's Forgotten Baoli Architecture

Why Madhya Pradesh, and Why NowMost people chasing stepwells head to Rajasthan. Rani ki Vav in Patan gets the UNESCO plaque and the Instagram queue. But Madhya Pradesh has been quietly holding a parallel inventory of baoli architecture, older in some cases, less restored in others, and almost entirely free…

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Four groups representing Bhopal gas tragedy survivors allege sewage-contaminated water supply

Survivors claim Bhopal's civic body supplies sewage-contaminated drinking water. Many water samples tested positive for faecal coliform, indicating contamination. Residents near the factory are suffering from water-borne diseases like typhoid. Supreme Court directives for clean water and drainage have remained unfulfilled.

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Hindi writer Kailash Chandra Pant dies at 90

Noted Hindi writer Kailash Chandra Pant passed away on Friday. The 90-year-old Padma Shri awardee was unwell for some time. Pant served as former director of Hindi Bhavan in Bhopal. He was actively associated with the Madhya Pradesh Rashtrabhasha Prachar Samiti. His contributions to Hindi literature will be remembered.

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Why thousands of farmers are protesting in Bhopal with Hanuman Chalisa recitations and the Tricolour

Bhopal Farmers' Protest News Today: Thousands of Madhya Pradesh farmers are marching to Bhopal over a bumper moong crop. They demand full procurement of their harvest at the Minimum Support Price. Farmers also face issues with the e-token system for selling produce. Timely access to affordable fertilizer is another key…

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Twisha Sharma dowry death case: Court rejects bail plea of retired judge Giribala Singh

A Bhopal court rejected retired judge Giribala Singh's bail plea. She is accused in the dowry death case of ex-model Twisha Sharma. The court cited the seriousness of the charges against the accused. The CBI opposed bail, citing potential witness influence and evidence tampering. Giribala Singh remains in custody as…

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MP budget ignores OBC quota, jobs, moong procurement: Congress' Umang Singhar

Opposition leader Umang Singhar criticized the state's supplementary budget for neglecting OBC reservation and youth employment. He alleged the budget primarily benefits large companies from Gujarat, not common people. Protests demanding 27 percent OBC reservation occurred recently in Bhopal. Singhar questioned the government's stance on OBC reservation while advancing other…

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PM Modi to virtually inaugurate 13 redeveloped railway stations in Madhya Pradesh on July 17

The stations in MP include Sanchi, Vidisha, Ashoknagar and Shivpuri under the Bhopal division, and Beohari of the Jabalpur division within West Central Railway (WCR)'s network, Chief Public Relations Officer of the Jabalpur-headquartered WCR, Harshit Shrivastava.

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Hockey India announces squads for Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship in Muscat

Hockey India announced sub-junior men's and women's squads for the inaugural Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship. This significant tournament serves as the official Asian qualifier for the FIH U18 Youth Hockey5s World Cup. Seven teams will compete in both the men's and women's categories during the event. The selected players underwent…

The Economic Times

How Homegrown Indian Beauty Brands Are Finally Formulating for Indian Skin

The Shelf Was Never Built for YouWalk into any chemist in Bengaluru or Bhopal and the anti-ageing aisle still skews heavily toward brightening serums designed for skin that tans minimally and ages with fine lines rather than hyperpigmentation. That was not an accident. For most of the post-liberalisation era, the…

Times Life

Why Rahul Gandhi Regretted His Panama Papers Remark

A political statement made years ago has returned to the spotlight, putting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi back in court. During a hearing before the Madhya Pradesh High Court, Gandhi expressed regret over remarks made in 2018 that linked Kartikeya Singh, son of Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, to the Panama…

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States across India tighten security measures ahead of NEET re-examination

Nationwide, security has been significantly heightened for the NEET re-examination scheduled for tomorrow. Authorities in Bhopal, Jammu and Kashmir, and Dehradun have confirmed robust, multi-layered security measures, including police escorts and strict checks, to ensure a fair process. Over 22.79 lakh students are expected to take the test across India…

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Defamation case: HC lifts stay on arrest warrant against TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has removed a stay on an arrest warrant for Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee. This decision follows a defamation case filed by Akash Vijayvargiya. The court dismissed Banerjee's petition, noting his absence during the hearing. The arrest warrant was issued by a Bhopal court. This…

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Chhattisgarh mysterious bat deaths spark concern in Balod; samples sent to Bhopal lab

Unexplained deaths of 50-70 bats daily in Dalli Rajhara, Chhattisgarh, have prompted a joint investigation by the Forest and veterinary departments. Samples have been sent for lab analysis to determine the cause, with extreme heat and infection being preliminary possibilities. Residents are advised to avoid contact with dead or sick…

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Mother-in-law and husband arrested over ‘dowry death’ case that has rocked India

Twisha Sharma’s family allege she was tortured to death after her family failed to provide enough dowry

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Bashir Badr Death: Ayodhya-born Urdu poet who lost everything in Meerut violence gave world the iconic ‘Dushmani Jam Kar Karo’ shayari during 1972 Shimla Agreement

Renowned Urdu poet Bashir Badr, celebrated for his deeply moving verses, has passed away in Bhopal at the age of 91. His iconic couplet, “Dushmani jam kar karo”, resonated widely, symbolising hope and dignity. Badr’s simple yet profound shayari, often reflecting love and the pain of life, continues to be…

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Wrong sheets, missing pages, no response: The cost of CBSE’s rushed marking overhaul

Jalaj boarded a train from Vidisha at 1 pm on May 26 with his friend and his father. They were travelling 60 kilometres to the CBSE Regional Office in Bhopal. He had no other choice.

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CBI arrests Twisha Sharma's mother-in-law Giribala Singh after MP High Court quashes anticipatory bail

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Giribala Singh, a retired district judge. The arrest occurred at her Bhopal residence. This action followed the Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision to cancel her anticipatory bail. A sessions court had previously granted her this bail. The High Court's order cited factual aspects…

The Economic Times

Twisha Sharma case: Accused Samarth attempted to mislead investigators during crime scene recreation, says Madhya Pradesh Police

The Supreme Court has ordered the CBI to investigate the Twisha Sharma death case. A Special Investigation Team recreated the crime scene. The victim's husband, Samarth Singh, was interrogated. The court also directed both families to avoid media interviews. Legal challenges regarding anticipatory bail are ongoing. The Madhya Pradesh High…

The Economic Times

Twisha Sharma dowry death case: Body cremated in Bhopal after AIIMS team conducts second autopsy

Twisha Sharma's body was cremated in Bhopal following a second post-mortem. The High Court ordered the fresh examination after her family raised concerns. Sharma was found dead in her marital home, with allegations of dowry harassment against her husband and mother-in-law. The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of…

The Economic Times

Why has Ram Charan apologised to Jasprit Bumrah? Telugu superstar says 'Uff I’m genuinely so forgetful...'

Telugu superstar Ram Charan recently made headlines for a humorous gaffe at a movie music launch in Bhopal. He mistakenly praised Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah for his football skills. Ram Charan later issued a public apology on social media for the mix-up. The incident occurred during an interaction with fans…

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Twisha Sharma dowry death case: SC takes suo motu cognisance; hearing by CJI-led bench likely on Monday

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the Twisha Sharma death case. Her husband, Samarth Singh, has been arrested. He is the son of a retired district judge. Police are seeking his custodial remand for questioning. A Bhopal court has remanded him in police custody for seven days.

The Economic Times

Twisha Sharma death case: Husband gets seven-day police custody

Samarth Singh, husband of former actor Twisha Sharma, was remanded to seven-day police custody in Bhopal. He is accused in his wife's alleged dowry death case. Police arrested Singh in Jabalpur after he withdrew his anticipatory bail plea. Twisha Sharma was found hanging at her matrimonial home.

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