Latest Chhatarpur News & Updates

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) In the Malviya Nagar hotel fire incident case, past criminal records of accused Lavkesh Bajaj have surfaced, Delhi Police sources said on Friday.According to police sources, Lavkesh Bajaj, who has been arrested in connection with the hotel fire, was previously held by the Delhi Police last year in a fake passport case involving the alleged provision of forged Indian documents and passports to Bangladeshi nationals.The case was reportedly registered in January 2025, and B…

Bhopal, May 30 (IANS) The southwest monsoon has further advanced into Madhya Pradesh, bringing widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, hailstorms and strong gusty winds to several parts of the state.This significant weather activity has offered much-needed relief from the intense summer heat while raising concerns over possible damage to crops and infrastructure.The IMD has issued warnings for the coming days. Heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, hail and gusty winds of 50-60 kmph…

Khajuraho, May 26 (IANS) Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush, announced that Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) will organise “Yoga Mahotsav – 25-Day Countdown to International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026” on Wednesday. The Institute, under the Ministry of Ayush, will begin the countdown at the Western Group of Temples in Khajuraho, Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh.Ahead of the event, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of…

Bhopal, May 25 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with maximum temperatures exceeding 45 degrees Celsius in various regions, prompting the weather department to issue alerts across 25 districts. According to the bulletin issued by the Meteorological Centre, Bhopal, western parts of the state recorded maximum temperatures between 42 and 44 degrees, while eastern parts saw 43-45 degrees. The highest temperature of 45.8 degrees was registered in both Khajuraho and Na…

Bhopal, May 23 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department, Bhopal Centre, has issued an intense heat wave warning. The heat wave will grip several parts of Madhya Pradesh over the next five days, with temperatures likely to remain abnormally high and pose health risks to residents. According to the latest weather bulletin issued on Saturday, intense heat conditions will persist across many districts, particularly in the northern, eastern, and central regions of the state. The bulletin, based on …

Bhopal, May 13 (IANS) Tragedy struck Tikamgarh district in Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday as two eight-year-old girls, identified as Nibiya and Tanvi Sahu, lost their lives when lightning struck a tree under which they had taken shelter.​ According to police, the incident occurred between 7 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. during a sudden onset of thunderstorms and gusty winds in Baidora village.​The fatal strike came amid extreme weather volatility in Madhya Pradesh, where northern districts are battling seve…

Bhopal, May 8 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department in Bhopal has issued a comprehensive weather bulletin detailing a significant period of atmospheric instability across Madhya Pradesh.According to the press release issued on May 8, 2026, the state is currently navigating a complex weather pattern characterised by hailstorms, thunderstorms, and lightning, which are expected to persist through the next 24 hours.The meteorological summary indicates that several regions have already experienc…

Bhopal, May 8 (IANS) In separate incidents, two police constables ended their lives in Khandwa and Chhatarpur districts of Madhya Pradesh, officials said on Friday.The first incident came to light in Khandwa, where the body of a personnel identified as Ansingh Nargawe was found hanging near the Balaji Dham colony under the jurisdiction of the Padmnagar police station.According to the police, a bag near the spot has also been recovered, which helped identify him as a resident of Murari village in…

Chhatarpur, May 8 (IANS) A Head Constable was found hanging inside a defunct police outpost in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh on Friday morning, prompting senior officials to rush to the spot and initiate an investigation.The incident was reported at Nowgon police station in Chhatarpur and it came to light early on Friday when locals alerted the police about a body hanging inside the abandoned outpost building.Subsequently, police rushed to the spot and took control of the scene and sent …

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday reviewed the city’s water management plan for the summer months, stressing smooth and balanced supply and long-term solutions for shortage. At a meeting held at the Secretariat, the Chief Minister took stock of the progress of key water-related projects, directing officials to ensure there is no lapse in supply or response during peak demand, an official statement said.She stressed that every complaint must be addressed promptly …