Bhopal/Ujjain, Jan 26 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh celebrated the 77th Republic Day with fervour, gaiety and pride on Monday, as Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav hoisted the national flag in his home district of Ujjain, while Governor Mangubhai Chhaganbhai Patel performed the flag-hoisting ceremony in the state capital, Bhopal.In Ujjain, CM Dr Mohan Yadav extended warm Republic Day greetings to the people of Madhya Pradesh and the nation.Paying rich tributes to the freedom fighters and martyrs who sacrif…
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Ujjain, Jan 25 (IANS) The ancient city of Ujjain is beaming with pride as senior archaeologist Dr Narayan Vyas has been honoured with the Padma Shri award in the 2026 civilian honours announced by the government of India. The recognition celebrates his lifelong dedication to archaeology, historical research, and the preservation of India’s rich cultural heritage, particularly in the Malwa region.Dr Narayan Vyas, a retired Superintendent Archaeologist from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)…
Ujjain, Jan 24 (IANS) Tarana town in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain district, the home turf of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, was gripped by communal violence over the past two days, triggered by an alleged attack on a local Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader Sohal Thakur. The unrest has left vehicles torched, properties damaged, and heightened tensions, prompting a strong police response and appeals for calm even on Friday night.Ujjain Superintendent of Police Pradeep Sharma appealed to the public no…
Ujjain, Jan 23 (IANS) At least 20 people have been arrested following communal tension that erupted after a clash in Madhya Pradesh’s Tarana town, around 35 km from the district headquarters Ujjain, Superintendent of Police (SP) Pradeep Sharma said on Friday.The police official said heavy security has been deployed across Tarana and flag marches are being conducted to maintain peace. Several police vehicles are patrolling the streets.Meanwhile, the Ujjain district administration has issued pro…
Ujjain, Jan 23 (IANS) Tension erupted once again in Tarana town of Ujjain district in Madhya Pradesh on Friday after ‘namaz’, with the mob allegedly setting buses on fire, vandalising shops and pelting stones at several places, prompting heavy deployment of police forces to bring the situation under control. The unrest began with a minor dispute on January 22 night over giving way to a bus. What started as an argument quickly escalated into tension between two communities, leading to incidents o…
Ujjain, Jan 16 (IANS) Ahead of the decisive third ODI against New Zealand, Indian wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva before the series decider at Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday. During his visit, Rahul offered prayers at one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. He also performed ritual worship of Nandi.The Indian star has visited the Mahakal Temple multiple times. Ahead of the start of IPL 2024, Rahul arrived with …
Mumbai Jan 14 (IANS) Actress Tanishaa Mukerji, on account of Makar Sankranti, has visited the holy shrine of Grishneshwar’s Jyotirling, further performing a ‘Rudra Abhishek.’The actress, sharing a few pictures straight from her divine visit, highlighted the significance of the Jyotirlinga.“Started this most auspicious day at Grishneshwar’s Jyotirling doing a Rudra Abhishek. Thank you my Mahadev! Har Har Mahadev. Happy Makarsankranti all!! #BlessingsOnBlessings.”The actress added, “…
Bhopal, Jan 10 (IANS) In a significant operation against synthetic drug trafficking, the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) has dismantled a clandestine laboratory producing mephedrone (commonly known as MD drugs) in Aamla village of Agar Malwa district.The illegal unit was operating covertly inside Teerth Herbal Nursery, a farmhouse located approximately 20 km from the district headquarters along the Indore-Kota National Highway. Authorities suspect the facility had been active for an extended p…
Bhopal, Jan 10 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh continues to reel under a biting cold wave, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing “another orange alert” for the Bundelkhand region, including districts like Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh, Niwari, Panna, and Datia. The alert warns of persisting severe cold conditions, dense fog, and cold day/severe cold day scenarios for the next 48 hours, prompting residents to take precautions against the icy winds sweeping in from North India.According to reports,…
Guwahati, Jan 8 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday highlighted the state’s strong textile heritage and growing investment potential at the National Conference of Textile Ministers in Guwahati, positioning Madhya Pradesh as a key destination for the expansion of the textile industry.Addressing the conference, themed “India’s Textile Industry – A Warp and Weft of Development, Heritage and Innovation”, CM Yadav underscored the role of the textile sector in employme…