Madhya Pradesh

Egg back on Raipur mid-day menu after regime change, not in Bhopal

In Chhattisgarh, the BJP accused govt of “imposition of this idea” on those who “do not eat non-vegetarian food”. In MP, where the Congress does not enjoy a clear majority on its own, the party is playing safe

10 farm loan waiver forms taken as MP launches scheme

Chief Minister Kamal Nath called it a milestone in his life, and in the history of Madhya Pradesh. He also said the opposition party need not bother about budgetary allocation, as the scheme is not a gift to farmers but an investment in the agriculture sector.

MP: Congress govt scraps paperless mandi tender issued by Chouhan regime

The multi-crore project was to begin on a pilot basis in 10 mandis in the state. Depending on the outcome of the pilot run, the mandi board was to replicate it in all 257 mandis in the state.

MP: Speeding truck misses Deputy Speaker’s car, kills 4 in escort car

Former CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan said the security officials killed in the mishap should be accorded martyr status and their families should be given Rs 1 crore each and a job.

BJP doesn't have single freedom fighter, shouldn't teach us nationalism: Kamal Nath on 'Vande Mataram' U-turn

Taking a sharp U-turn from its earlier decision, the Madhya Pradesh government today announced that Vande Mataram will be sung on the first working day of every month in the secretariat.

Debt-ridden farmer commits suicide in Madhya Pradesh

Nagji Bheel of Mandikheda village had taken a loan of Rs 40,000 and the creditor was now demanding that he repay Rs 70,000 to get his mortgaged land back

BSP warns Congress in MP, Rajasthan: 'Withdraw cases filed during April Bharat Bandh or..'

The BSP has demanded that "cases filed during the ‘Bharat bandh’ held on 2 April 2018 for SC/ST Act 1989 in Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh be withdrawn."

Madhya Pradesh: Newborn dies after mother chops off extra fingers, toes

The girl, who was born on December 22 with six fingers each on both hands and six toes each on both feet, succumbed to the injuries, police said. After being alerted by media reports, the body of the child was exhumed on Saturday for further probe, an official said.

Madhya Pradesh: Kamal Nath expands Cabinet, state gets first Muslim minister in 15 years

The swearing-in ceremony began at Raj Bhavan in Bhopal at 3 pm. Governor Anandiben Patel administered the oath to the newly inducted ministers. In the recently held assembly elections, Congress managed to win 114 seats in 231-member state assembly.

Weavers from Madhya Pradesh showcase their craft in Pune

The government has organised an exhibition in Pune to provide a platform to the weavers from Madhya Pradesh. The exhibition, which is open from 12 pm to 9 pm, will end on December 25.

The breathtaking and mystical Patalkot valley in Madhya Pradesh

Patalkot, or the hidden world is a mystical valley located in Tamia block of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh.

How Congress sealed the deal in Rajasthan and MP | DECISION 2018

It was a close contest in both Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh between the Congress and BJP. But the grand old party did get a few things right which helped it get ahead of the bump in both the states. Manoj CG breaks it down.

BJP's silence is louder than Congress' celebration. The wait for Modi-Shah's concession speech is still on

The big difference between Congress and the BJP after an election result was at display on Tuesday. While after almost every election defeat Rahul Gandhi addressed the media and answered questions about the result, the BJP headquarters fell silent.

What Rahul did right: It was not the promise of better governance

Congress President Rahul Gandhi is rightly being credited for the grand old party's victory in three crucial states in the Hindi heartland. But what did he do right? It was not the promise of better governance. Manoj CG explains what really worked.

BJP's star campaigner Yogi Adityanath’s emotive appeals turn a damp squib | DECISION 2018

Yogi Adityanath, the man in a saffron robe, has emerged as one of the star campaigners for the BJP in the last few elections. But his speeches in this election making a strong Hindutva pitch failed to get any results.

Campaign heat: The allegations, the promises and more. Who said what on the campaign trail

In the five states where elections were held, here's what national leaders of the BJP and Congress promised to the people.

DECISION 2018: What's at stake in the 5 states this election

As the results of assembly elections in five states unfold, here's a look at the mammoth exercise undertaken by the Election Commission of India.

Speech analysis: How Amit Shah is toning down his attack on illegal migrants

As they say, timing is key. And an analysis of BJP President Amit Shah shows that before a key event across the border, he has dialed down his ferocious speeches against illegal migrants from Bangladesh.

Will not contest the 2019 Lok Sabha election: Sushma Swaraj

Sushma Swaraj, seven-time MP from Vidisha in MP, says she will not contest the 2019 general election. But she also left it to the party to take the final decision.

MP polls: CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan to file defamation suit against Rahul Gandhi

MP campaign trail: Shivraj Singh Chouhan says he will file a defamation suit against Rahul Gandhi.

In MP, Homes Of Minority Community Set Ablaze After Elopement Case