An extortion gang led by a Bhopal woman has been busted, with investigators believing the gang used a legal facade to convince victims of genuine police connections, making them less likely to report the crimes.
Farmers in Bhopal protested over the procurement of summer moong at minimum support price, breaching police barricades and marching towards the Chief Minister's residence, prompting the formation of a committee to address their concerns.
A Bhopal court has rejected the bail plea of former judge Giribala Singh in the Twisha Sharma death case. The court's decision keeps the mother-in-law in custody as the investigation continues.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has booked officials from a bank and a Bhopal management college for allegedly siphoning off scholarships using 118 fraudulent bank accounts at UCO Bank's Habibganj branch.
Three masked individuals reportedly broke into the Bhopal residence of former district judge Giribala Singh, currently in judicial custody over Twisha Sharma's suspicious death, and fled with valuables.
A Bhopal court has extended the judicial custody of Twisha Sharma's husband and mother-in-law until June 30, following the completion of their initial 14-day custody.
A three-year-old cancer patient died at AIIMS Bhopal after a nurse allegedly injected him with a hazardous chemical. An investigation into the incident is underway.
Congress workers in Bhopal protested the rejection of Rajya Sabha candidate Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination by hanging an RSS uniform on the locked gate of the Chief Electoral Officer's office.
The politics of renaming has become a topic of discussion at Barkatullah University in Bhopal, India, prompting an examination of the reasons and methods behind such changes.
In Bhopal, a woman was allegedly raped, stabbed, and robbed by two friends of her husband after they dropped him home intoxicated, with police making arrests in the case.
Two food delivery workers in India experienced violent robberies overnight. In Jabalpur, a 20-year-old was stabbed and robbed of Rs 800, while in Bhopal, another delivery executive was assaulted and had his mobile phone stolen.
Samarth Singh, husband of former model-actor Twisha Sharma, has been remanded to CBI custody in Bhopal following the agency's takeover of the death investigation, with Sharma's family alleging harassment.
The husband of Twisha Sharma, who was found hanging at her home in Bhopal's Katara Hills earlier this month, is reportedly not cooperating with investigators. Sharma, 33, was discovered deceased in what is now an ongoing inquiry.
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The Supreme Court has taken cognizance of the Twisha Sharma death case, with the Chief Justice of India scheduled to hear the matter. Investigations are ongoing into the circumstances surrounding her death, including a second autopsy and examination of her final communications and alleged abortion angle.
A lookout notice has been issued against the absconding husband of a deceased woman in a Bhopal 'dowry death' case, who has been on the run since the FIR was registered.
The Madhya Pradesh government has announced it will seek a CBI probe into the dowry death case of Twisha Sharma in Bhopal. This decision comes amidst public outcry and controversy surrounding remarks made by a retired judge regarding the incident.
Police have informed the family of Twisha that her body could begin decomposing at AIIMS Bhopal due to the hospital lacking the necessary facilities for preservation.
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A court in Bhopal is set to hear a plea for a second autopsy in the Twisha Sharma dowry death case. This development follows an ex-judge's statement countering dowry allegations, claiming regular financial support was provided.
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The investigation into the death of Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, initially probed as a dowry death, has uncovered new details including her anguished WhatsApp chats and controversial claims from her mother-in-law. Further suspicion is fueled by inconsistencies in evidence, such as a missing husband and a belt left behind at the scene.
MBA graduate Twisha Sharma was found dead at her husband's home in Bhopal, prompting her family to demand justice and allege harassment. Her husband has been denied interim bail, while accusations of drug use during pregnancy have also surfaced.
New information has emerged revealing that police waited for several hours before a 13-year-old girl was freed in the Kirkerup case. These details shed light on the timeline and actions taken during the rescue operation.
The family of Twisha Sharma, a Noida woman found dead in Bhopal, has expressed their horror and struggle for justice, appealing for help in the investigation.
The daughter-in-law of a retired judge was found dead in her Bhopal home, with her family alleging harassment and stating she had called her mother shortly before her death expressing a desire to leave Bhopal.
A Muslim man in Bhopal was beaten up and had ink and cow dung thrown on his face by a mob over an alleged 'love jihad' relationship. The incident highlights rising tensions and vigilantism.
Authorities in India have made numerous arrests in connection with an extensive extortion empire, with cases spanning from Bhopal to Khargone district.
An exclusive report reveals that the Bhopal 'cow slaughter' case is beginning to unravel due to issues such as decomposed samples, a broken chain of custody, and questionable evidence, raising concerns about the investigation's integrity.
Chandni Vishwakarma, an 18-year-old from Bhopal's Bhim Nagar slum, achieved a remarkable 98.8% in the Madhya Pradesh Board class 12 commerce exams, overcoming significant challenges to top the results.
The infamous 90-degree Railway Overbridge in Bhopal's Aishbagh, which drew widespread criticism for its faulty design, is set to be redesigned and reopened to the public.
Nearly 40 birds died in the facility since March 13 and samples sent to the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) in Bhopal confirmed the presence of the H5N1 virus.
At Jehan Numa Palace in Bhopal, I try Afghan-influenced royal cuisine; learn more about the Bohra communal thaal traditions in Kolkata and Memon biryani in Mumbai.
An alleged beef transport case in Madhya Pradesh has taken a bizarre turn, with three different tests yielding three different results and no more samples available for further analysis.
A car dramatically flipped after hitting an unmarked road divider on Ginnori Road, Bhopal. CCTV footage shows the vehicle airborne before overturning. Miraculously, occupants and other commuters escaped serious injury. Residents and local officials are calling for improved safety measures, including reflectors and warning signs, on the hazardous divider to avert future accidents.
A sex racket operating from slums to luxury villas in Bhopal was exposed after two women reported being pushed into the sex trade under the pretext of job offers, leading to the arrest of two sisters.
A 65-year-old tourist from Bhopal died after a rented Mahindra Thar SUV collided with the rear of the family's hatchback at the Happy Bar junction in North Goa's Assagao. The incident occurred on Monday, police said.
Two sisters from Bhopal have been arrested on charges of rape, forced religious conversion, and allegedly running a sex racket under the guise of providing jobs.
A class 10 student was stabbed 27 times in 30 seconds inside a snooker club in Madhya Pradesh's capital, Bhopal. In an even more disturbing and daring twist, the accused themselves allegedly circulate
Bhopal gas survivors’ groups have reported that 70% of drinking water samples collected near the abandoned Union Carbide factory tested positive for faecal coliform contamination, raising serious health concerns.
Thousands of farmers are marching towards Bhopal, leading to school closures and traffic disruptions, to demand 100% procurement of moong at Minimum Support Price (MSP) and other key agricultural concessions. The farmers are prepared for an extended protest, carrying bedding and cooking materials.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced the establishment of Fast Track Courts in Indore, Bhopal, Gwalior, and Jabalpur to expedite the disposal of paper leak cases and ensure timely justice, following a call from the Prime Minister.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has uncovered a scholarship scam in Bhopal, involving fake accounts, incorrect KYC, and false OTPs, leading to the embezzlement of Rs 1 crore.
A Bhopal court has extended the judicial custody of Samarth Singh, husband of the deceased model Twisha Sharma, and his mother, former judge Giribala Singh, by 14 days in connection with Twisha's death and alleged dowry harassment.
A three-year-old cancer patient died at AIIMS Bhopal after a nurse allegedly injected formalin, a hazardous chemical. An FIR has been registered against two nursing officers following an internal inquiry that found gross negligence.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recreated the crime scene in Bhopal using an 80-kg dummy to investigate the death of Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died by suicide in a dowry death case. Her mother-in-law and husband were present during the recreation and questioned.
Twisha Sharma's ashes were immersed in the Ganga River at Rishikesh, a place she deeply cherished. Her family is determined to pursue justice in the high-profile Bhopal case, acknowledging the early stage of a significant struggle.
The mysterious death of 33-year-old Indian model and actress Twisha Sharma, found dead in her Bhopal home, has garnered significant media attention and sparked debate over whether it was murder, possibly related to dowry, or suicide.
At the launch of the film 'Peddi' in Bhopal, actor Ravi Kishan praised its motivational storylines and confidently predicted that Ram Charan would win a National Award for his role.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has mandated a second autopsy on the body of Twisha Sharma, instructing the state government to arrange for a specialized medical team from AIIMS, Delhi, to conduct the procedure in Bhopal. This order follows the family's initial request for a second examination.
An engineer, Ajay Singh, has been awarded ₹10 lakh in compensation after being wrongly jailed in 2010 when amchur (dried mango powder) was mistaken for drugs at Bhopal airport.
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A Bhopal court has dismissed a plea seeking a second post-mortem examination in the Twisha Sharma death case, though it advised exploring options to preserve the body. Despite this setback, the family met with the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister, who pledged to request a CBI probe into the matter.
A family in Bhopal is struggling with the dilemma of claiming their daughter's decomposing body or pursuing a second post-mortem, as they suspect foul play in her death five months after her wedding.
Bhopal Police Commissioner Sanjay Kumar stated that no signs of drug use were found in Twisha Sharma's post-mortem, indicating her death was a suicide, not a murder.
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New CCTV footage has emerged in the investigation of a dowry death case, showing the Noida woman, Twisha, going upstairs to the terrace shortly before she was found unresponsive. Minutes later, her husband and two other men are seen bringing her down and attempting CPR.
A Bhopal court rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Samarth Singh, accused in the dowry death of his wife Twisha Sharma. Police have announced a Rs 10,000 reward for information leading to his arrest.
A woman was found hanging in Bhopal, and her family claims it is a dowry death, accusing her lawyer husband and mother-in-law of murder and destruction of evidence.
A retired judge and his son have been booked in connection with the death of their daughter-in-law in Bhopal, India, with her Noida-based family demanding a second autopsy.
Police in Bhopal have arrested six individuals and issued prohibitory orders after a man was assaulted in a hotel over alleged 'Love Jihad' claims, involving a woman from another community.
A seemingly routine meeting in Bhopal turned into a harrowing hostage situation where an IAS coaching director was extorted for ₹1.89 crore, with a religious recital used as a cover; an ex-student is among six held.
A Greek Air Force helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing near Kastelli, Crete, after experiencing technical problems. The incident prompted a rapid response from local authorities and emergency services.
India's National Green Tribunal (NGT) has criticized systemic failures as Bhopal's Air Quality Index reached a hazardous 315, attributed to illegal waste burning.
A young man sustained critical injuries after slipping and being dragged while attempting to board a moving train at Bhopal Junction, an incident captured on CCTV.
NGO Bhopal Gas Peedith Sangharsh Sahyog Samiti urged the Supreme Court to check the filter bags and buried residual ash from the incineration of the waste to check the mercury content
In a proactive measure to combat rapidly declining groundwater levels, Bhopal Collector Kaushalendra Vikram Singh has declared the entire district a "water-scarce zone" and imposed an immediate ban on the digging of new private tube wells.
A fresh controversy has erupted over the electoral rolls in Madhya Pradesh after former Chief Minister and Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh submitted documents to the Chief Electoral Officer alleging large-scale irregularities in the voter list.
Bhopal's perfume trade is not just an old market tradition. It is a living legacy rooted in the city's Nawabi past, sustained for generations through the attar shops and blending units of Jumerati,…
A lift accident at Chinar Dream City in Bhopal injured two people, occurring days after a 77-year-old man's decomposed body was discovered inside an elevator shaft at the same location.
A 19-year-old BBA student from Delhi has been arrested in Goa after allegedly driving a Mahindra Thar that collided with another car, killing a 65-year-old tourist from Bhopal.
A family from Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, is pursuing legal avenues to recover Rs 35,000 that their grandfather, a prominent businessman, loaned to the British government's political agent in Bhopal in 1917, which they claim was never repaid.
Amid protests by farmers in Bhopal over moong procurement, the Centre has told the Madhya Pradesh government that it has already approved procurement of the state’s entire eligible quantity under the…
In Bhopal, India, donkeys were fed gulab jamuns as part of a ritual to pray for rainfall, following below-normal monsoon precipitation in 35 districts of Madhya Pradesh. Participants offered prayers to Indra, the Hindu god of rain.
Indian cricketer Shashank Singh and his father, a retired police official, face charges in Bhopal after their domestic cook accused them of assault, abuse, and confiscating his mobile phone.
Bhopal, known as the 'City of Lakes,' has become a repeated target for terror recruiters, with Mohammad Faraz, 35, recently arrested for allegedly being groomed to become a 'lone wolf' attacker.
A man identified as Mohd Faraz has been arrested in Bhopal, India, by the ATS on suspicion of planning lone-wolf attacks, following a confidential operation near Nanhe Bee's Mosque.
A university in Bhopal, India, is reportedly considering removing the name of Maulana Barkatullah, who is referred to as the 'first prime minister of India', from its official designation.
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Twisha Sharma's husband and mother-in-law, former judge Giribala Singh, have been sent to 14-day judicial custody in the Twisha death case. During a heated court hearing, Singh flagged a 'media trial' and criticized investigators.
Bashir Badr, a celebrated Urdu poet known for modernizing the ghazal, has passed away at the age of 91. He was widely regarded as one of the last great modern Urdu poets.
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the probe into the Twisha Sharma dowry death case, re-registering an FIR in Bhopal. This development follows a Supreme Court directive for an immediate investigation, with the court noting the accused's status as an ex-judge.
Bhopal is showcasing its 'best-kept Eid secret' with the unveiling of superstar goats, valued at lakhs of rupees, as part of the festive preparations for Eid.
A faith healer in Bhopal, India, is accused of raping his sister-in-law after manipulating her family into isolating her, claiming he was performing an exorcism to ward off an 'Aghori' curse. He allegedly drugged and assaulted her.
A Bhopal court stated that for long-term preservation of the body, a temperature of minus 80 degrees Celsius is necessary. However, no morgue in the state offers such an advanced freezer facility
Bhopal police have raised the reward for information leading to the arrest of Samarth Singh, the absconding husband of Twisha Sharma, to Rs 30,000, as evidence suggests harassment.
Police in Bhopal are urging the family of Twisha Sharma to claim her body, citing concerns over decomposition and the need for specialized storage conditions.
The Bhopal Police Commissioner has stated that the death of Twisha Sharma points to suicide rather than murder, amidst ongoing scrutiny of the investigation.
The alleged suicide of a woman in Bhopal has led to a public blame game, with accusations of 'psycho drug addict' behavior and harassment charges being exchanged.
A woman from Noida died at her marital home in Bhopal, with her chats revealing emotional and mental abuse from her husband and mother-in-law, a retired judge, in the days leading up to her death.
The family of a 33-year-old woman found dead at her marital home in Bhopal is calling for a second postmortem, citing the dubious nature of the case. The woman, from Noida, was discovered deceased on May 12.
Police investigating the 'love jihad' assault case in Bhopal have stated that the accused individuals are not connected to any right-wing organizations.
A retired district judge and her advocate son have been booked in Bhopal in connection with the alleged dowry death of the son's wife, Twisha Sharma, who was found hanging with signs of antemortem injuries. Her family alleges dowry harassment and murder.
A large convoy of a BJP leader caused extensive traffic jams in Bhopal, stranding commuters in extreme heat, a day after Prime Minister Modi's appeal for fuel conservation.
A cruise boat capsized at a dam in Jabalpur, India, resulting in the deaths of multiple passengers. The tragedy has highlighted significant safety gaps and past lapses in boat operations.
Chandni Vishwakarma from Bhopal's Bhim Nagar achieved an impressive 98.8% in commerce, topping her 12th board exams, showcasing resilience from her modest background.
A data engineer has been arrested in Bhopal, India, for allegedly raping and blackmailing a 24-year-old MBA student after luring her to his home and recording the act.
A 64-year-old woman in Bhopal was defrauded of Rs 26 lakh in a digital arrest scam, where perpetrators impersonated Internal Security and Counter-Terrorism Department officials via WhatsApp calls.
In Bhopal, India, men are reportedly engaging in a dangerous practice of injecting their own blood back into their bodies, which experts warn can lead to severe infections and other serious health complications.
A student at a Bhopal university claimed to have found a lizard in a vegetable dish, but staff members reportedly ate the suspected object to deny the claim.
According to a complaint, a group of unidentified men arrived in a four-wheeler, created a chaos outside Additional Director General (Training) of Madhya Pradesh Police, Raja Babu Singh's house, hurled abuses, and behaved aggressively.
The Aramco chief has warned of a 'catastrophic' impact on the oil market if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, reiterating that Saudi Aramco could restore full production within days of its reopening.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has instructed the government to provide a clean-up plan for the Union Carbide India Ltd. (UCIL) factory site, following a meeting held to discuss time-bound remediation.
The illegal market for LPG cylinders is thriving in Bhopal as ordinary consumers report increasing difficulty in obtaining cylinders through official channels, prompting the Madhya Pradesh government to direct collectors to review supply and prevent black marketing.
A shocking incident in Bhopal Rural saw an 8-year-old girl from Class 3 lured and raped by a 41-year-old neighbor, who was later thrashed by locals after her screams led to her rescue.
During the state Assembly's Budget Session in Bhopal, Congress MLA Babu Jandel performed a headstand in protest against an FIR filed against him in a 'false' gunfire case.
A tragic road accident at Assagao's Happy Bar junction claimed the life of 65-year-old Bhagat Ram Sharma from Bhopal. His hatchback was struck from behind by a speeding SUV, resulting in his immediate death. Miraculously, a five-month-old infant in the car escaped unharmed. Onlookers reported alleged seat-switching by SUV occupants post-crash.
The Congress party is organizing a massive farmers' mahachaupal in Bhopal on February 24 to protest against the proposed India-US trade deal, setting the stage for a political showdown.