A series of major stories is making news today from Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. In Indore, the Crime Branch and Cyber Cell arrested a young man for allegedly peddling a counterfeit NEET-UG 2026 question paper on social media. On the same day, Chhattisgarh is launching its Somnath Swabhiman Yatra under the Chief Minister Teerth Darshan Yojana. Other major developments include a municipal garbage truck catching fire on a Bhopal highway, a family's narrow escape from a burning car near Indore, farmers staging a tractor rally in Bijapur over diesel shortages, and 703 questions filed ahead of Chhattisgarh's assembly monsoon session.
Fake NEET-UG 2026 Paper Seller Arrested in Indore
The Crime Branch and Cyber Cell of Indore Police have arrested a young man for selling a fraudulent NEET-UG 2026 question paper. The accused has been identified as Akshat Malviya. According to police, he was reaching out to students and their parents through social media, claiming to supply the actual exam paper. While the cyber team was monitoring internet media activity, his actions were flagged as suspicious and he was taken into custody. A search of his mobile phone revealed a PDF document containing NEET-UG 2026 questions. Initial investigation established that this paper had been generated using ChatGPT and was being sold to students as the genuine question paper.
Somnath Swabhiman Yatra Begins Today, CM Vishnudev Sai to Flag Off Special Train From Raipur
Chhattisgarh's Somnath Swabhiman Yatra gets underway today under the Chief Minister Teerth Darshan Yojana. A special train will depart from Raipur to Somnath Dham, flagged off by CM Vishnudev Sai. Around 1,000 dignitaries, selected from different districts across the state, will undertake this pilgrimage.
BMC Garbage Truck Catches Fire on Bhopal Highway
A municipal garbage truck caught fire on a highway in the Adampur area of Bhopal, causing panic among onlookers. A short circuit ignited the blaze and the vehicle was completely destroyed. Investigation revealed that the truck had no fitness certificate and was running without insurance or a valid permit.
Family Barely Escapes as Car Bursts Into Flames at Bheru Ghat Near Indore
A family had a close shave when their moving car caught fire at Bheru Ghat in Manpur, near Indore. They were returning from Omkareshwar to Indore when smoke suddenly began rising from the vehicle. Before anyone could fully grasp the situation, the car was engulfed in flames. All passengers acted swiftly and jumped out, saving their lives. Within moments, the fire consumed the entire car. Police arrived at the spot after receiving information and helped the family. The incident has once again raised questions about vehicle safety and road vigilance.
Farmers Stage Tractor Rally in Bijapur Over Diesel Shortage
Farmers in Bijapur district, frustrated by the absence of diesel at local petrol pumps, are holding a tractor rally today from Nemed Bus Stand to Bijapur. Farmers began gathering with their tractors at Nemed Bus Stand from early in the morning. They say that tilling of fields is being seriously disrupted due to the lack of diesel. The farmers plan to surround petrol pumps and hand over a memorandum to the authorities.
Six BJP Councillors Resign From Organisation in Keshkal Nagar Panchayat
Political turbulence has gripped the Keshkal Nagar Panchayat in Kondagaon district after 6 BJP councillors submitted resignations from the organisation to the Mandal president. The organisation has not yet accepted the resignations, and party leaders are actively working to persuade the councillors to reconsider.
703 Questions Filed for Chhattisgarh Monsoon Session, Home and Agriculture Departments in Focus
Ahead of the Chhattisgarh Assembly's monsoon session, legislators have filed a total of 703 questions, of which 702 have been submitted online and one offline. The Home Department faces the most scrutiny, with questions raised about police functioning and the state of security. Urban traffic management has also drawn the ire of legislators. Agricultural issues feature prominently too, with questions lined up on the availability of fertilisers and seeds. The government will face questions on short supply of DAP, urea and other fertilisers, as well as farm preparation and agricultural arrangements overall.
CM Dr. Mohan Yadav's Day Packed With Back-to-Back Meetings
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has a schedule full of meetings and reviews today. At 10:15 AM he will meet with Agency Intelligence and the Public Relations Commissioner at Samatva Bhavan, followed by a video conferencing session with officials running from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. He will reach the Mantralaya at 11:15 AM. A review meeting at 12:30 PM will cover departmental functioning and the progress of development projects. A second review meeting is scheduled at 1:45 PM. At 3:00 PM, the Chief Minister will meet elected representatives, officials and visitors at the Mantralaya, with a further important meeting at 3:45 PM.
UCC Drafting Committee Holds Key All-Day Session at Naronha Administrative Academy
A significant meeting of the UCC Drafting Committee is being held today at the Naronha Administrative Academy, with deliberations expected to continue throughout the day. Departments including Home, Women and Child Development, and several others will make presentations before the committee. Representatives of political parties and religious leaders will also be invited to share their perspectives. The committee's focus is on collecting suggestions that protect the interests of all sections, including women, children, SC, ST, OBC and Minority commissions.
