Jabalpur

Bhoomipujan performed for beautification work of Hanumantal

Mayor Jagat Bahadur Singh along with a number of public representatives performed bhoomipujan for preservation and beautification work of Hanumantal. Speaking on the occasion, the Mayor said that under AMRUT 2.0 scheme, efforts are being made to conserve and enhance as many as six major lakes in the city. The beautification and preservation of Hanumantal will be carried out at a cost of Rs 2 crore. Mayor Singh further informed that Rs 12.5 crore has been allocated for the conservation and beautification ..

Child marriages, cases of POSCO high in rural areas due to lack of legal information: Chief Justice Kait

A legal literacy camp was organised in the school ground of Kalpi. Chief Justice Suresh Kumar Kait of Madhya Pradesh High Court attended the camp. On this occasion, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Kamal Joshi, Special Judge, RK Rawatkar, Collector, Somesh Mishra, Superintendent of Police, Rajat Saklecha, other judges of the district and departmental officers were present. Addressing the community present, the Chief Justice said that, “the people for whom legal services are meant do not have ..

Victorious National Games’ players from State get warm welcome on arrival

The players of Madhya Pradesh were warmly welcomed in city after the State secured third place for the first time in the history of the National Games. The event took place at the Badminton Hall, Sports Youth Welfare Department. The welcome ceremony was attended by the Mayor, Jagat Bahadur Singh Annu, BJP City President, Ratnesh Sonkar, State Treasurer Akhilesh Jain, officials of the Sports Association and the players from Jabalpur who had won medals. The athletes were greeted with sweets to celebrate ..

Trip to pilgrimage turns tragic! 1 killed, over dozen pilgrims hurt after mini bus collides with pick-up in Katni

 The injured pilgrims undergoing treatment at the district hospital.   Our Correspondent  Katni, In a tragic accident, a woman pilgrim died and over a dozen were injured when mini bus in which they were travelling to Prayagraj Mah..

Best Female Journalist Award for ‘The Hitavada’s’ Shivanjali Verma

‘The Hitavada’ scribe Shivanjali Verma will be awarded with the Shrimati Maya Devi Best Female Journalist Award 2025, during 30th Patrakar Shri Arun Shukla Smriti Arunodaya Patrakarita Samman ceremony on February 20, 2025. Similarly, Smt Sushila Shukla Smriti Best Anganwadi Worker Award will be given to Maya Kashyap and Ranjana Khare...

Chief Justice of HC Jabalpur gets warm welcome in Mandla

On arrival of Chief Justice of the High Court, Jabalpur, Suresh Kumar Kait, a warm welcome was accorded by Chief District and Sessions Judge, Kamal Joshi, Collector, Somesh Mishra and Superintendent of Police, Rajat Saklecha with saplings and bouquets. During this time, the Chief Justice was given the Guard of Honour by the District Police Force. Additional Collector, Rajendra Kumar Singh, Additional Collector, Arvind Singh, SDM Mandla, Sonal Sidam were present...

MP Vivek Bunty Sahu, family take holy dip at Prayagraj Maha Kumbh

MP,Vivek Bunty Sahu took a holy dip of faith and devotion with his family amidst the huge crowd present at the Triveni Sangam in the Maha Kumbh of Prayagraj on Sunday under the first rays of the sun. Here, MP, Sahu said that, “this morning, the divine bath at sunrise at the Tirtharaj Maha Kumbh Triveni Sangam gave me a feeling of purity and auspiciousness. I pray to Maa Ganga, Lord Shiva for the bright future and all-round development of every citizen of Chhindwara and Pandhurna.” ..

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari takes brief halt in city

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari took a brief halt at Dumna Airport in the city, on Sunday. A number of public representatives, administrative officials and senior officers from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) were present at the airport to receive him. Gadkari arrived in the city to chair an important meeting with NHAI officials regarding the ongoing national highway projects in the Jabalpur region...

SP Upadhyay directs officials to put-up check on crimes

Superintendent of Police Sampat Upadhyay chaired a crime review meeting and issued necessary directions to the officers to put-up vigilant check on anti-social activities, gambling and illegal trade of narcotic substances in the district. The meeting was attended by Additional SP (Urban) Anand Kaladgi (IPS), Additional SP (Zone-2) Samar Verma, Additional SP (Rural) Suryakant Sharma, Additional SP (Crime) Pradeep Kumar Shende and Additional SP (Traffic) Sonali Dubey while all gazetted officers, urban ..

Damoh gears up for Mahashivratri celebrations at all Lord Shiva temples

Mahashivratri festival would be celebrated on 26 February in a grand manner in all the temples of Lord Shiva situated in district especially at Jageshwar Nath Dham Bandakpur, Jatashankar Mandir Damoh, Noahaleshwar Shiv Mandir Nohta, Madhkoleshwar Mandir Sita Nagar Pathriya. During this festival, large crowd is expected at these temples and at many places grand procession would be taken out. Hence Collector and District Magistrate Sudhir Kumar Kochar has assigned responsibility to officers for crowd ..

Katni Collector distributes ‘Nutritious Diet Kit’ to 1,371 pregnant women

District administration with cooperation of local social organisations, NGOs has taken up the cause of making district free from malnourishment. Under this drive, under Corporate Social Responsibility, Seva Bharti Sansthan has extended help to Women and Child Development department under Matru Shakti Suposhan and Sambhal Abhiyan. Collector Dilip Kumar Yadav was present at the function held at bus stand for the gifting away Nutritious Diet Kit to the 1,371 pregnant women. Collector Dilip Kumar Yadav ..

Legacy of Badi Maa’s lineage a testament of success of tiger conservation efforts

The legacy of legendary tigress ‘Badi Maa,’ matriarch of Pench Tiger Reserve, continues to shape tiger conservation efforts with another successful reintroduction project at the newly designated Veerangana Durgawati Tiger Reserve in Nauradehi. Badi Maa’s lineage has played a pivotal role in transforming the landscape of tiger conservation in India. Among her many cubs- two Collarwali and Baghin Nullah-emerged as significant contributors to expansion of the big cat population in the region. The Tiger ..

Thousands take holy dip in Narmada on Magh Purnima

Devotees assembled at different ghats of Maa Narmada to take a holy dip and offer worship on the pious occasion of Maghi Purnima on Wednesday. It was a highly auspicious day marked by a full moon which signified the end of the holy month of Magha and Kalpvas, which was started from Makarsankranti. The devotees honoured Lord Vishnu with Satyanarayan Puja and took a holy dip in sacred Maa Narmada. This day also coincided with the Maha Kumbh this year. It was the time for introspection, purification ..

Ayurveda medical awareness camp organised at Military Hospital Jabalpur

An Ayurveda medical awareness camp was organised under the aegis of Headquarters Madhya Bharat Area at Military Hospital Jabalpur. This significant event featured Dr Kesavan Vasu, a globally renowned Ayurvedic Siddha specialist. Known for his expertise in body pain management, spinal issues, sports injuries, infertility, anxiety, and depression, Dr Kesavan brought his wealth of knowledge and experience to the attendees...

Tiger attacks farmer in Jagua village

A farmer was critically injured after a tiger attacked him at Jagua village under Panpatha buffer zone, Barhi tehsil. The injured has been admitted to district hospital. Villages informed that from five days they were observing movement of Tiger near the residential areas and they had informed Forest Department about it. Unfortunately, neither official from the Forest Department took cognisance nor did they inspect the area...

MPPGCL sets new milestone in coal unloading at Shri Singaji Thermal Power Plant, Dongaliya

Madhya Pradesh Power Generating Company Limited (MPPGCL) has set a new milestone in coal unloading at Shri Singaji Thermal Power Plant, Dongaliya (Khandwa). The timely clearance of coal rakes plays a crucial role in ensuring a continuous supply of coal. From December 9, 2024, to February 11, 2025, the Coal Handling Plant (CHP)-1 and CHP-2 successfully unloaded a total of 531 coal rakes within the stipulated timeframe set by the Railways. This achievement marks the highest number of coal rakes unloaded ..

MP Ashish Dubey urges Union Sports Minister to build intl stadium in city

Member of Parliament Ashish Dubey has urged Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya for constructing an international stadium in Jabalpur. During a meeting in New Delhi, Dubey submitted a memorandum outlining the need for such a facility in the city. In the memorandum, Dubey emphasised Jabalpur’s significance as a key city in Madhya Pradesh, home to several universities, colleges and the prestigious IIITDM. Likewise, the city is a major defense hub with multiple defense establishme..

MP Bunty Sahu meets Union Home Minister Amit Shah, presents souvenir

MP Vivek Bunty Sahu met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi and presented him a souvenir made on 100 days of service resolution and health. Also discussed the development issues of Chhindwara and Pandhurna parliamentary constituency. It may be mentioned that from Prime Minister, Narendra Modi’s birthday on September 17, 2024, to former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna, Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s birth anniversary on December 25, 2024, free health camps were organised at various places in Chhindwara and ..

Cm transfers Rs 1553 crore to bank accounts of 1.27 crore Ladli sisters

A grand programme of Mukhyamantri Ladli Bahna Yojana, Social Security Pension and Mukhyamantri Kisan Kalyan Yojana was organised in Pipalrawan village of Sonkachh tehsil of Dewas district in the presence of Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav. Dr Mohan Yadav transferred an amount of Rs 1553 crore to the bank accounts of 1.27 crore ladli sisters of the state under the Chief Minister Ladli Bahna Yojana...

City’s first Automatic Testing Stn inaugurated

The city’s first Automatic Testing Station (ATS) for commercial vehicle fitness assessment was inaugurated at Katangi Bypass, on Monday. The facility was inaugurated by Municipal Commissioner Preeti Yadav and Regional Transport Officer Jitendra Singh Raghuvanshi. The new system aims to bring greater transparency in vehicle fitness testing. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony as the chief guest, Municipal Commissioner Yadav said the Ministry of Transport mandates that commercial vehicles undergo fitness ..

Halt! Govt urges Kumbh pilgrims Thousands stranded mid-way due to heavy traffic jam

Authorities in Madhya Pradesh are urging pilgrims to avoid travelling towards Prayagraj for a couple of days, since, there is pressure on traffic in areas of the State adjoining Prayagraj in places surrounding Rewa district, as people have travelled from other states. Frequent announcements are being made by police personnel in these districts. One Jagdish Tripathi, who was on his way to Kumbh said that they had to wait for 8 hours to cross the MP border. In view of long lasting queue near Uttar Pradesh ..

Good News! Direct flight between Jabalpur-Bhopal to resume from March 1

The air travellers of Sanskardhani have a reason to rejoice as direct flight services between Jabalpur and Bhopal are set to resume from March 1. Indigo Airlines will operate this route thrice a week, addressing a long-standing demand for improved connectivity between the two major cities of Madhya Pradesh. At present, Jabalpur is connected by air to seven cities and with this addition the count will rise to eight. Recently, Hyderabad was added to the network with three weekly flights and there is ..

CM fetes Vasundhara Dubey with gold medal, ‘Yodha Padak’

Local lass Vasundhara Dubey was part of Jabalpur NCC Group which made history by claiming CM Banner for the first time in 78 years. In a grand ceremony at CM House Bhopal held recently, Brigadier AG Barbare, Group Commander, NCC Jabalpur received the prestigious CM Banner from Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav. NCC cadet Vasundhara Dubey and 21 cadets from Jabalpur Group have been awarded this honour and this achievement becomes even more significant as Jabalpur Group secured the first position among ..

Students register complain against coaching Instt

A shocking incidence has come to light about a coaching institute in Saunsar city playing with the future of the students. As per information, a private coaching institute took dummy admissions in schools at the time of admission in the coaching institute and also charged fees from the students for. However, now they have failed to release the admission letters. Angered due to this, students reached the police station and lodged a complaint to the Station In-charge about the coaching operator. The ..

Unique initiative Over 5,000 women participate in ‘Saree Walkathon’

In a vibrant display of culture and tradition, more than 5,000 women took to the streets on Sunday for the much-awaited ‘Saree Walkathon 2.0’. Dressed in a dazzling array of traditional sarees, they showcased India's rich heritage in a grand rally organised by Urja, the organisation working for women welfare and empowerment. Mayor Jagat Bahadur Singh and Yamini Singh started the rally by administering oath of cleanliness to the participants at Bhawartal garden. Speaking on the occasion the Mayor praised ..

Timri mass murder Sarv Brahmin Sabha stages massive protest, demand case to be heard in fast track court

Hundreds of senior office-bearers and members of Madhya Pradesh Sarv Brahmin Sabha staged a massive protest outside Police Control Room and Malviya Chowk after attending the terahvi (13th-day ritual) of the victims in the Timri mass murder case, on Sunday. The agitated Brahmin Sabha members submitted a memorandum, demanding capital punishment for the accused and immediate compensation for the victims’ families. The wives of the deceased, Gunjan Pathak and Chandan Pathak also participated in the protest ..

Fulfilling organisational responsibilities with dedication is necessary: PWD Minister

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Mahanagar unit organised an important district meeting at the party’s divisional office, on Sunday. Addressing a huge gathering of party leaders and workers, State PWD Minister Rakesh Singh emphasised the importance of fulfilling organisational responsibilities with dedication. He said executing party programmes is a collective responsibility and a true reflection of a worker’s commitment. He said the BJP, in keeping with its democratic traditions, successfully ..

PM Narendra Modi to hold ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ with students on February 10

  Staff Reporter Students across India will get a chance to interact with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 10, in the yearly ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ session. It will help the students overcome exam stress and develop a pos..

Neha Yadav bags silver in Laser Run at 38th National Games

  Sports Reporter Jabalpur’s Neha Yadav brought laurels by winning silver medal in Laser Run at 38th National Games, on Saturday. In the Modern Pentathlon Laser Run event, where athletes run 600 meters five times and engage in laser gun ..

CM Dr Yadav visits Maha Kumbh, pledges grand Simhastha 2028 in Ujjain

     Staff Reporter Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav went to Prayagraj Maha Kumbh and took a holy dip at sacred Sangam on behalf of the citizens of Madhya Pradesh. In a profound token of respect for its spiritual significance, D..

Crime Branch, Police arrest two, seize pistols, sharp edged weapons

   Staff Reporter Combined team of Crime Branch, Panagar and Sanjeevani Nagar police apprehended two miscreants and seized two pistols and sharp edged weapons from them in separate cases. The arrested have been identified as Aman Dahiy..

Good news! New high speed 4-lane highway to connect city with Bhopal

   Staff Reporter State Public Works Minister Rakesh Singh has on Saturday informed that a new high-speed four-lane highway will be constructed between Jabalpur and Bhopal. Likewise, processes have commenced to connect Jabalpur to Raip..

Jubilation at BJP Chikitsa Prakoshta too

 State Reporter Bharatiya Janata Party Chikitsa Prakoshta also celebrated the historic win of party in the Delhi Assembly elections. The Prokoshta office bearers and members distributed sweets among denizens. State Coordinator of the Prakoshta, ..

BJP’s victory in Delhi Assembly Elections celebrated in city

  Staff Reporter A large number of senior leaders and workers of Bharatiya Janata Party, celebrated the landslide victory of the party in Delhi Assembly elections at Malviya Chowk, on Saturday evening. Party workers distributed sweets and b..

NCC Group Hqs celebrate cadets’ historic double triumph

   Staff Reporter : In an unprecedented display of achievement and excellence, NCC Group Headquarters Jabalpur hosted a grand felicitation ceremony on Friday, celebrating their historic double triumph - securing the Chief Minister’s ..

3 NSS volunteers accorded warm welcome on arrival

  Staff Reporter :  The three NSS volunteers who returned from Republic Day Parade Camp 2025 were accorded a grand welcome at Jabalpur Railway Station on Friday. Out of 8 volunteers selected from Madhya Pradesh to participate in RDC, three..

Congress corporators form human chain to protest JMC’s irregularities

   Staff Reporter :  To vent ire against alleged corruption, irregularities within Jabalpur Municipal Corporation (JMC) and prevailing civic issues, the Congress corporators staged a symbolic protest by forming a human chain outside JM..

REVENUE DRIVE: Properties of big defaulters seized

   Staff Reporter : In order to meet revenue targets set for current financial year, Jabalpur Municipal Corporation (JMC) has launched a ward-wise tax recovery drive. Divisional officers and Revenue officials are visiting taxpayersR..

Sr officials of Tamil Nadu Transco visit Jabalpur Hqs

   Staff Reporter :  A team of high-level officials of Tamil Nadu Transco led by Managing Director of Tamil Nadu Power Transmission Company K Indrani visited Jabalpur, headquarters of Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company and atten..

57 outstanding Railway employees honoured with Rail Seva Puraskar

   Staff Reporter :  In recognition of their exceptional railway service, 57 outstanding railway employees from the Jabalpur Railway Division were honoured with the Rail Seva Puraskar during a grand 69th Rail Week Celebration, on Frida..

Jain devotees celebrate ‘Moksha Kalyanak Mahotsav’

   Staff Reporter  On the sixth day of Shri Mahavir Swami Digambar Jinbimb Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav, thousands of Jain devotees along with the members of Sakal Jain Samaj, Veetrag Vigyan Mandal, Jain Yuva Federation and Trish..

Suspicious documents seized during raid at Malik Associate

A joint team of the district administration and Police Department conducted a raid at Malik Associate located at Ghamapur Chowk in connection with preparation of fake documents. A large number of suspicious documents were seized during the raid conducted under the joint leadership of SDM Adhartal, Pankaj Mishra and SDM Ranjhi, Raghuveer Singh Maravi. As per sources, the administration received information that important documents including caste, income, residence certificates were being illegally ..

International Conference ‘INCMA-2025’ concludes at Jabalpur Engg College

The two-day International Conference on ‘Novel Materials and Applications (INCMA-2025)’ organised at Jabalpur Engineering College concluded on a positive note on Thursday. The conference brought together experts who shared their insights on various advanced topics. The conference commenced with the address by Dr Kamal Kushwaha, the Convener and Head of the Department, Applied Physics, who warmly welcomed the guests including Dr P.K. Purohit (NITTTR Bhopal) and Dr Ajay Kushwaha (IIT Indore)...

EPCO, WRI India hold stakeholder consultation to discuss reducing food loss, wastage in city

The Environmental Planning and Coordination Organisation (EPCO), in collaboration with WRI India organised a stakeholder consultation in the city to discuss city-level strategies for reducing food loss and food waste. The programme marked the second in a series of such dialogues across Madhya Pradesh. Addressing the workshop, Divisional Commissioner Abhay Verma said Jabalpur has the potential to set a strong example in tackling food loss and waste. He stated that proper guidance and collective action ..

Golden Chapter: Jabalpur NCC Group receives CM Banner from Dr Yadav

Jabalpur NCC Group has added a golden chapter in the history by claiming CM Banner for the first time in 78 years. On February 5, 2025, in a grand ceremony at CM House Bhopal, Brigadier AG Barbare, Group Commander, NCC Jabalpur received the prestigious CM Banner from Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav. Jabalpur Group has been awarded this honour and this achievement becomes even more significant as Jabalpur Group secured first position among all groups in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh Directorate. The ..

Two-day international conference begins at Jabalpur Engineering College

A two-day International Conference on ‘Novel Materials and Applications (INCMA-2025)’ was inaugurated at Jabalpur Engineering College (JEc) on Wednesday. This prestigious conference is being organized by the Department of Applied Physics. MLA Cantt, Ashok Rohani graced the event as chief guest and shared inspiring thoughts with the students. Professor S. P. Gautam, President, Mahakaushal Science Council, Vijnan Bharti, was the special guest and shared his insights. The dignitaries also unveiled a ..

Debt Recovery Tribunal Court attaches property

On the orders of Tribunal Recovery Officer Vatsalya Kumar, mortgaged property of M/s Anjani Associates against Indian Bank, measuring 0.015 hectare (1590 sq ft) in village Dhawari, Tehsil Raghuraj Nagar, Satna district has been attached. The property is in the name of Shakuntala Bhattar. With the cooperation and assistance of the concerned SDM and police force of City Kotwali police station, bank officials, the property was attached by attending the site and preparing drum beat, videography, panchnama. ..

Warm farewell ceremony organised for Std XII students of DPS, Mandla Road

School life is the most precious life of every child. The students are moulded from nursery to class XII to match the qualities of a global citizen. The management of Delhi Public School (DPS), Mandla Road leaves no stone unturned to groom the students to their best. Therefore, when the students are on the verge of leaving, it is an emotional saga. Class XII is the threshold of school life which brings enthusiasm to venture into new phase of life as well as the pain to leave the school in which they ..

MAWE holds workshop on Union Budget

The Madhya Pradesh Association of Women Entrepreneurs (MAWE) conducted a wokshop on the Union Budget 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Saturday. During the discussion MAWE office bearers praised the budget, terming it a significant step for women entrepreneurs. Addressing the workshop senior office bearers of the Association described the provision of term loans up to Rs 2 crore for first-time women entrepreneurs a key highlight of the budget. They said it will enable women ..

4 workers killed after slab collapses in cement plant in Panna

The cement company has assured of giving compensation to the family members of deceased workers and the injured. All the injured have been shifted to hospital at Katni. The management has assured to bear complete medical expenses of all the injured workers. Rescue operation was on at the affected site till filing of this report. Administration has formed an inquiry committee to investigate the accident...