Latest Jabalpur News & Updates

Bhopal, June 21 (IANS) In a major crackdown against irregularities in road construction, the ED froze bank deposits worth Rs 2.93 crore and seized Rs 23.50 lakh in cash from various premises in Rewa and Jabalpur districts of Madhya Pradesh, an official said on Sunday.The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Bhopal Zonal Office, conducted the search operations on June 19 in connection with money laundering investigation related to submission of “fake bills related of Bitumen” in the “construction of …

Jabalpur, June 21 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday participated in the 36th Convocation Ceremony of Rani Durgavati University here as the chief guest, delivering an inspiring address that emphasised the transformative power of education for both individual growth and national development.Speaking at the event, President Murmu highlighted the critical role of education in uplifting communities, particularly tribal populations.She stressed the need to ensure that tribal youth have equal o…

Jabalpur, June 21 (IANS) On the occasion of the 12th International Yoga Day, President Droupadi Murmu participated in a grand yoga event at Garrison Ground in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday, inspiring citizens to embrace yoga for a healthier life.Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav joined her, while Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai participated in a parallel programme in Ambikapur.The celebrations aligned with this year’s theme, ‘Yoga for Healthy Elderly’, highlighting…

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu will perform yoga at the historic Garrison Ground in Jabalpur on Sunday marking International Yoga Day. This will be the first time a sitting President of India participates in a yoga event at this iconic venue, adding a golden chapter to its illustrious history.President Murmu is currently on a five-day official visit to Madhya Pradesh. On Sunday, she will lead the yoga session at Garrison Ground. The following day, June 22, she is scheduled to…

Jabalpur, June 20 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu will perform yoga at the historic Garrison Ground in Jabalpur on June 21, 2026, marking International Yoga Day. This will be the first time a sitting President of India participates in a yoga event at this iconic venue, adding a golden chapter to its illustrious history. President Murmu is currently on a five-day official visit to Madhya Pradesh. On the morning of June 21, she will lead the yoga session at Garrison Ground. The following day, June…

Jabalpur, June 14 (IANS) Two persons were burnt alive after a speeding dumper truck allegedly dragged their car for nearly 500 metres before the vehicle caught fire on the Jabalpur-Mandla highway in Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur district, police said. The accident occurred near Sharda Temple in Barela town, about 30 km from Jabalpur city, on Saturday evening. According to preliminary information from the police, the dumper rammed into the car, causing it to become wedged beneath the heavy vehicle. I…

Bhopal, June 10 (IANS) The Meteorological Centre, Bhopal, has issued a fresh weather alert warning of widespread thunderstorms, lightning, hailstorms and gusty winds across Madhya Pradesh over the next five days.The bulletin highlights significant rainfall activity and strong winds already recorded in several districts, with Shahpura-Jabalpur receiving 29.3 mm of rainfall, Patan 15.8 mm and Kurai 15 mm.Gusty winds touched 74 kmph in Jabalpur and 68 kmph in Sidhi, while hailstorms were reported i…

Jabalpur, June 6 (IANS) A drug racket involving medical representatives was busted by the Jabalpur Police, with 6,600 intoxicating injections seized and six persons arrested, police said on Saturday. The accused were buying injections from Uttar Pradesh at cheap rates and selling them to addicts in Jabalpur for up to Rs 500 per dose.Police said the main supplier is still on the run.The operation began after Belbagh Station House Officer (SHO) Jitendra Patkar received a tip-off that a major consi…

Bhopal, June 5 (IANS) The Meteorological Centre in Bhopal has issued a warning of thunderstorms, lightning, hailstorms and gusty winds reaching speeds of 50-60 kmph across Madhya Pradesh over the next five days, as several parts of the state recorded widespread rainfall.According to the weather office, Bardanagar received 58 mm of rainfall, Sailana 50 mm and Kolar 40 mm, among other places.Strong winds were recorded in Sehore at 91 kmph, Bhopal at 59 kmph and the Guna-Ashoknagar region at 50 kmp…

Bhopal, June 5 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government has issued fresh transfer orders for eight Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, reshaping postings across several districts and city police units. The Home Department’s directive, released on Friday, has reassigned officers from the 2022 batch to new responsibilities, reflecting the administration’s ongoing effort to balance law enforcement leadership across the state.Among the notable changes, Ayush Jakhar has been appointed as Additional…