Jabalpur

Achievement: VFJ embarks on new overhauling mission of T-72 tanks

The Vehicle Factory Jabalpur (VFJ), known for its long-standing legacy in manufacturing military vehicles, has now embarked on a new mission of overhauling the iconic T-72 tank, a cornerstone of India’s armoured forces. The first T-72 tank for this purpose has been delivered to VFJ by Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), Chennai. Originally designed and manufactured in the Soviet Union, the T-72 tank was inducted into the Indian Army in the 1970s. Over time, production and upgrades were localised ..

NSCBMCH docs perform complex surgeries, save lives of 2 babies

The doctors in ENT Department of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College and Hospital (NSCBMCH) have given a new lease of life to two innocent kids including a 6-month old baby, by performing complex surgeries on them. The 6-month baby had a big worm stuck in the throat while a 1.5 year old toddler swallowed a piece of chicken which was stuck in his chest causing trouble in breathing...

Two nabbed for illegal stocking, trade of liquor in separate raids

District Excise Department nabbed two accused involved in illegal stocking and trade of liquor in two separate raids and seized huge quantity of liquor and a tata safari amounting to Rs 13 lakh. It may be noted that under the direction of Collector Deepak Saxena, Excise Department has started a special campaign against illegal manufacturing, sale, storage and transportation of liquor in the district. During the campaign, Excise Department received information about illegal stocking and transportation ..

Yeh Jaane Anjaane Chhayakaar 2025 Works of Padmakar, Ravindra bag top prize at photography competition

The results of the photography competition and exhibition - ‘Yeh Jaane Anjaane Chhayakaar 2025’, being organised for the past 48 years in the memory of the city's artist late Shashin Yadav, were declared on Tuesday. Under Black & White category, first prize was bagged by Padmakar Gade (Indore), second prize by Parth Pratim Shah (Kolkata) while the third prize by Chinmay Bhattacharya (Kolkata). The consolation prizes of this category were bagged by Akhil Hardia (Indore), Kailash Mittal (Indore), Mukesh ..

Rewa soldier succumbs to injuries while taking part in war exercise

Soldier Ajay Vishwakarma, passed away during treatment after he met with accident during war exercise. The mortal remains were laid to rest with full Military Honours at his village. He was resident of Madhi Khurd village of Rewa district. He was seriously injured during war exercise and was undergoing treatment at Roorkie. On April 11, he succumbed to his injuries. Martyr Ajay Vishwakarma was deployed in the 119 Assault Engineer Regiment of the Indian Army at Patiala...

BJP remembers Bharat Ratna Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar on birth anniversary, tributes paid

The Bharatiya Janata Party has remembered Bharat Ratna Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar on his birth anniversary, on Monday. The party has organised a grand programme at Ambedkar Chowk, where senior BJP leaders, office bearers and party workers paid floral tributes to the statue of the social reformer and architect of the Indian Constitution. District BJP President Ratnesh Sonkar, Member of Parliament Ashish Dubey, Rajya Sabha MP Sumitra Valmiki, MLA Ashok Rohani along with several senior party leaders, workers ..

Minor son, two others arrested for brutally killing 50-yr-old man

Madhotal police have unfolded blind murder mystery of a middle aged man and arrested his minor aged son and two others for strangulating him. 17-year-old son conspired to kill his father after being annoyed with his cruel behaviour with mother in drunken stupor. The accused have been identified as Uday Chadar (19), son of Ganesh Chadar, a resident of Auria Katangi Bypass in Madhotal, Sahil Raikwar (18), son of Arvind Raikwar, resident of Auria near Government School in Madhotal and 17-year-old juvenile...

Various activities at Jheel Mahotsav attracting crowd of all age groups

The Jheel Mahotsav is making waves not just with adventure sports, but also as a unique cultural and tourism attraction. Held near the vast waters of the Bargi Dam, the festival has become a magnet for people of all ages, offering over 18 thrilling water, land and air-based activities in Deori Bakai village, a picturesque village on the banks of the Narmada River in Mandla district. Organized by Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board and the Jabalpur Archaeology, Tourism & Culture Council, the festival features ..

RPF Constable Amrohi saves passenger’s life

  Staff Reporter  A major accident was averted at Bhopal Railway Station thanks to the quick thinking and bravery of Railway Protection Force (RPF) Head Constable Nitin Amrohi. While Gorakhpur Express (Train No. 20103) was departing from Pl..

12-year-old boy killed in tiger attack in Bandhavgarh

  Staff Reporter  a 12-year-old boy was killed in a tiger attack in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve of Umaria district on Saturday morning. The boy was identified as Vijay Kol. Vijay’s body was later recovered from a nearby stream. Vijay Ko..

State gets 25th sanctuary named after Dr Ambedkar in Sagar distt

 Staff Reporter  Madhya Pradesh has added another feather to its cap with the establishment of its 25th wildlife sanctuary, named the Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Sanctuary, in Sagar district. This initiative, driven by Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav̵..

Three drug peddlers held with 4.738 kg ganja

   Staff Reporter  In a significant crackdown on illegal drug trade, a joint team of Crime Branch and Panagar Police apprehended three individuals involved in trafficking of narcotic substances. The team seized 4.738 kilograms of ganja..

City reverberates with chants of Jai Veer Hanuman

 Staff Reporter  In a spiritually charged atmosphere, Shri Hanuman Janmotsav was celebrated with great devotion and festivity across Sanskardhani on Saturday. This year’s celebrations were of special significance, as they coincided with a..

Confluence of faith, devotion, enthusiasm witnessed at Jam Sawali

  Union Minister Nitin Gadkari along with his family attends special pujan on Hanuman Janmotsav n Our  Correspondent SAUNSAR  A grand religious event was organised on the occasion of Janmotsav of Shri Hanuman ji at famous Shri Ch..

Hospitals asked to verify qualification, registration of medical officers by 21st

  Staff Reporter  Stung with the unfortunate incident at Mission Hospital Damoh, the administration has decided to strictly enforce requisite of certified qualification and registration of medical officers working in all private hospitals a..

Mandla welcomes Indian cricket team’s Shuchi Upadhyay with open arms

  Our Correspondent MANDLA  Indian women’s team player Shuchi Upadhyay was honoured by the district administration in the round table room of the Collectorate. Shuchi visited Mandla for the first time after official announcement by t..

Police seize 22 narcotic injections, accused at large

   Staff Reporter  Lordganj police seized 22 narcotic injections and a scooter but accused managed to escape from the spot near Aaga Chowk Sulabh Complex. SHO of Lordganj police station, Harikishan Aatnere informed that, on the night..

‘Mahatma Phule is a symbol of social empowerment’

  Staff Reporter Bharatiya Janata Party Pichhda Varga Morcha observed the 198th birth anniversary of social reformer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, on Friday. A number of senior office-bearers of the Morcha under the leadership of MLA Ashok Rohani garl..

Govt welfare schemes reflect Advaita’s ‘Spirit of Service’: PM

  Senior Special Correspondent Underlining the Advaita’s teachings of ‘principle of service’ and how its elements have been included in to the various welfare initiatives taken by his Government, Prime Minister Narendr..

Vehicle-lifters’ gang busted, 5 accused arrested

 Staff Reporter  Garha police busted a gang of vehicle-lifters, apprehended four of the five accused including two juveniles and retrieved nine stolen two-wheelers amounting to Rs 9 lakh from them. The arrested have been identified as Guddu alia..

4 killed on-the-spot after SUV falls off bridge into Somti river

In a tragic incident, four people died on-the-spot when a speeding SUV fell off a bridge into Somti river about 45 kms from Jabalpur on Thursday afternoon. Condition of two remains critical and have been referred to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College. All of them were travelling in the same SUV and were coming to Jabalpur from Chargawan. There were six people in the car, along with a goat. Soon after receiving information about the accident, SHO, Chargawan, Abhishek Pyaasi reached the spot ..

Jai Mahavir reverberates across city

Jayanti of the 24th Tirthankara, Bhagwan Mahavir was celebrated with immense fervour and devotion across Sanskardhani, on Thursday. Jain community took out a grand Shobhayatra (procession), apart from performing various traditional rituals. Special prayers and abhishek were performed at various Jain temples. Highlight of the celebrations was the grand procession that commenced from the historic Hanumantal Jain Temple. Under the spiritual guidance of Samaysagar Ji Maharaj and his disciples, the procession, ..

‘Jabalpur developing into metropolitan hub; steps taken to have a modern airport’

A high-level discussion on the need and potential for new flight operations in Jabalpur was held in the presence of representatives from various sections of the society and senior officials from Air India Express during a meeting held, on Wednesday. During the meeting, State Public Works Department Minister Rakesh Singh highlighted Jabalpur’s historical and strategic significance and the establishment of key defence institutions by the British due to its importance. He emphasised that Jabalpur is ..

City shooter Navya Gupta selected to take part in Khelo India Youth Games

Navya Gupta, a Rifle Shooter from Sanskardhani, has been selected to participate in Khelo India Youth Games. Navya had claimed silver medal in the 68th Inter-School SGFI National Competition held last year. On the basis her excellent performance in the competition, she has been selected for Khelo India Youth Games. It may be mentioned that Navya is the only shooter from Jabalpur who get selected for Khelo India Youth Games to be organised in Bihar from May 4 to 15, 2025...

Fake nursing colleges in State: HC asks MPNRS, INC to submit original documents of granting recognition, affiliation to colleges from 2018 to 2022 till next hearing

A PIL was filed in the High Court challenging fake nursing colleges being run in the State. High Court Justice Sanjay Dwivedi and Justice A K Paliwal, while hearing the petition, ordered MPNRS and INC to submit all the original documents related to granting recognition and affiliation to the college from year 2018 to 2022 till next hearing. If the order is not followed, action will be taken against the responsible officer. In the petition filed by Vishal Baghel, President of Law Students Association, ..

Satna’s Bhavana wins Young Scientist Award at 40th edition of MP Young Scientist Congress

Bhavana Singh Parihar, a resident of Satna, has brought laurels to the district by winning Young Scientist Award at 40th edition of Madhya Pradesh Young Scientist Congress. The event was organised at Vikram University, Ujjain, from March 27 to 29, 2025. Over 250 research papers were presented at the conference and Bhavana secured first position in Mathematics and Science category. She was awarded a cash prize of Rs 25,000 in recognition of her outstanding work. Bhavana is currently pursuing her PhD ..

Pvt clinic found operating without registration, documents in city

Garuda team inspected a private Pandey clinic located in Durga Nagar Rampur and found that the clinic was run without registration and other required documents. Garuda team members of SDM Gorakhpur, one of the teams formed by the district administration to ensure compliance of regulatory rules in various business establishments and institutions, conducted a surprise inspection at Pandey Clinic in Durga Nagar, Rampur. SDM Gorakhpur Anurag Singh informed that during surprise inspection, conducted under ..

Cong corporators stage protests to repair badly damaged roads in city

To vent ire against dilapidated conditions of roads in the city, the Congress Corporators, on Tuesday staged a massive protest and demanded the ruling party in Jabalpur Municipal Corporation to repair and reconstruct the damaged roads. They also expressed ire and amaze on bad condition of roads even in the Mayor’s own ward and said it raised questions over the efficacy of the recently proposed city development budget. Leader of Opposition, Amrish Mishra stated the Mayor has presented a budget of Rs ..

Shuchi Upadhyay in Indian team for ODI series in Sri Lanka

Shuchi Upadhyay, a talented left-arm bowler from Mandla district in Jabalpur division, has been selected to represent India in the upcoming three-nation One Day International (ODI) series to be held in Sri Lanka. The women’s cricket team, under the captaincy of Harmanpreet Kaur, will participate in the tournament scheduled from April 27 to May 7 in Colombo. Shuchi has previously made headlines in National Senior Women’s Cricket Tournament, where she was awarded ‘Player of the Series’ title for taking ..

Kareli: Thief stealing bike in broad daylight captured on CCTV

An incident of bike theft in broad dayligh has surfaced on Monday in Kareli, Narsinghpur district. The thief stole the bike parked in Dr Rajendra Prasad ward. The entire incident has been captured in CCTV camera. Anni Lal Chaudhary, a resident of Subhash ward, had parked his Hero Honda CD 110 bike in a street of Rajendra Prasad ward and went to a house for personal work...

Sushasan Tihar begins across C‘garh:Citizens eagerly apply for grievance redressal

The State-wide Sushasan Tihar (Good Governance Festival) commenced on Tuesday under the guidance of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, witnessing enthusiastic participation from citizens across Chhattisgarh seeking resolution to their problems. People in both rural and urban areas applied since morning on the first day. In the first phase of the initiative, which will run from April 8 to 11, applications are being accepted at all gram panchayats, urban local bodies, and district headquarters to address ..

City’s Muslim brethren celebrate passing of Waqf Amendment Bill

  Staff Reporter  A large number of members of the Muslim community, on Saturday expressed happiness over the passing of Waqf Amendment Bill in both the Houses at Badi Omti Chowk. They celebrated the occasion by distributing sweets among ci..

Flag march conducted ahead of Ram Navami

  Staff Reporter  In view of the Chaitra Navratri festival and to maintain law and order, a flag march was conducted in the sensitive areas of Gohalpur, on Saturday evening. The flag march was conducted under the direction of Superintendent..

Tigress carcass found near Bichhia tehsil

 Our Correspondent BUA BICHHIA According to locals, the tigress was roaming around hungry and thirsty in a sick condition for two days. Timely action by officials could have saved her Carcass of a tigress was found near Gitti Tola at Banjari..

‘Health insurance scheme for officers, employees of MP’s power companies soon’

  Staff Reporter  Madhya Pradesh Energy Minister Pradyumn Singh Tomar has declared that a health insurance scheme will be implemented soon for all officers and employees working in the State’s power companies. He instructed officials..

Truck illegally carrying teak logs seized near Khawasa Toll Post

   Staff Reporter  Forest officials from Pench Tiger Reserve (Seoni) under Khawasa and Rukhad buffer zones and southern general forest division’s Barghat, Khawasa and Kurai ranges, successfully intercepted an illegal transport of..

Jheel Mahotsav begins

  Sports Reporter  Jheel Mahotsav-2025 was inaugurated in a grand manner at the banks of sacred river Narmada on the backwaters of Bargi Dam, on Saturday evening. Grand adventure sports festival will continue till April 20. Jheel Mahotsav w..

50 empty cartridges, hand grenade shells recovered during routine cleaning of well

In a surprising discovery during routine cleaning of well, a large number of empty cartridges and hand grenade shells were found in Ama Nala village under the jurisdiction of Ranjhi Police Station, on Friday. Taking prompt action on the information, police reached the spot seized the ammunition shells and started investigations. Every year before onset of summer, cleaning of wells is done. On the occasion, labourers were cleaning a well in Ama Nala locality when they discovered a significant number ..

CM Dr Yadav presents Prism Johnson Ltd with Industry Excellence Award

Prism Johnson Limited was awarded the Industry Excellence Award 2025 for its outstanding work under Corporate Social Responsibility. This prestigious award was presented by the Chief Minister, Dr Mohan Yadav. On behalf of PJL, Rajneesh Sacheti, Group President, Legal and Indirect Taxes, Manish Kumar Sinha, Senior Vice President, HRM and Corporate Affairs, Devendra Mishra, AGM CSR and PR and Vinay Urmaliya, Manager PR received the award in a colourful program organized at a hotel at Bhopal...

Lt General PS Shekhawat holds one-day inspection of Military Station Jamshedpur

Lieutenant General PS Shekhawat, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Madhya Bharat Area, Jabalpur, conducted a one-day visit to Military Station Jamshedpur to strengthen bonds with serving personnel and the veteran community. The visit underscored the army's unwavering commitment to the welfare of its personnel from enlistment to their final days. During his visit, Lt Gen Shekhawat met with local officers and veterans from all three branches of the Armed Forces. He emphasised the army's dedication ..

India Open Shooting: Shambhavi, Kumud clinch bronze, silver

 Sports Reporter : Jabalpur’s Shambhavi Singh Chandel and Kumud Gupta brought laurels by winning a bronze and a silver medal in India Open Shooting Competition in Mhow, Indore. Shambhavi secured a bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol Youth W..

Two female Naxals gunned down in Mandla distt

Two female Naxalites were eliminated by Hawk Force jawans during an encounter occurred in the forests of Mundidadar and Ganheridadar under the jurisdiction of Bichiya police station of Mandla district on Wednesday morning. Each of the two female Naxals had a cash reward of Rs 14 lakh on their names. There is also a possibility of other Naxalites getting injured in this encounter. The Hawk Force jawans have launched a search operation to find them...

Religious conversion row Christians stage protest outside SP office

A number of Christian community people, on Tuesday gathered outside the Superintendent of Police office to protest against the alleged assault on Christian clerics inside the Ranjhi police station. The atmosphere at the SP office remained tense for a long time during the demonstration. The protesters demanded immediate action against those responsible for the attack...

PWD Minister Singh updates on ongoing devpt works

State Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Rakesh Singh held Chaupals at various places in the West Assembly and provided updates on ongoing development projects. He also listened to public grievances and directed concerned officials to ensure their timely resolution. During the chaupals, Singh interacted with residents in many wards including Jogini Nagar in Shankar Shah Ward, Rewa Colony in Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ward, Lalpur Vanshkar Mohalla in Gaurighat Ward, Avani Vihar in Tripuri Ward and ..

4 rovers to take part in National Adventure Programme

The 86th National Adventure Programme is being organised by the Bharat Scouts and Guides National Headquarters in Darjeeling from April 3, 2025 to April 7, 2025. Under the leadership of the West Central Railway State Headquarters, Bharat Scouts and Guides, four rovers from the Jabalpur division will participate in this camp...

BAN on liquor sale at ‘holy places’ from today

As the State Government mulling over significant overhaul of its Excise policy, it has introduced in first phase ban on liquor vends in 17 holy towns of the State that will come in to effect from Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Remarkably, it includes temple town of Ujjain where offering of alcohol takes place to Lord Kaal Bhairav as a tradition. Officials confirmed that the custom will remain intact although liquor counters previously situated near the temple will no longer operate, as they fall within the ..

DNLU Jabalpur signs MoU with Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla

National Law University (DNLU) Jabalpur entered into MoU with Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla (HPNLU). DNLU Jabalpur, known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and holistic development, has recently enhanced its academic standing through a strategic collaboration. Following series of signing Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with prestigious institutions, DNLU entered into an MoU with HPNLU to encompass exchange of students and faculty members, academic activities, research ..

Eminent historian, writer Rajkumar Gupta’s book on Rani Durgavati released

Latest book by eminent historian and writer Rajkumar Gupta was released in a graceful ceremony, on Monday. The book highlights Queen Durgavati’s development plans and excellent water management strategies. The event was held at Kala Vidhya in presence of eminent persons. The book release ceremony was graced by MLA Abhilash Pandey, former MLA Nanhelal Dhurve and other dignitaries were present...

Artists stage Samrat Vikramaditya ki Shourya Gatha, win hearts

The play ‘Samrat Vikramaditya ki Shourya Gatha’ was staged at Shaheed Smarak Gol Bazar by the artists of Naytalok Sanskritik evam Samajik Sanstha. The play was based on the life of Samrat Vikramaditya who was a mighty, just and intelligent ruler. Vikramaditya established his reputation not only in India but also in neighbouring countries. Vikramaditya’s image was that of a universal emperor, who was unique not only in political terms but also in cultural, literary and judicial grounds. Evidence of ..

Mayor presents budget worth Rs 1,800 cr

In a historic effort towards transforming Jabalpur into a metropolitan city, Mayor Jagat Bahadur Singh, on Friday presented Jabalpur Municipal Corporation’s development-oriented budget of about Rs 1,800 crore for financial year 2025-26. The budget proposed income of Rs 17,970.29 crore and an estimated expenditure of Rs 17,969.42 crore, leaving a projected surplus of Rs 8.48 lakh. Incharge, Revenue Department Anshul Raghvendra Yadav presented the budget both digital and hard copy to the Chairperson, ..