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Bhaskar English brings you the biggest news from Madhya Pradesh and around the world. Here are the top news headlines of the day: 1. Former Prince Andrew arrested in UK over misconduct allegations linked to Epstein case
Former Prince Andrew, younger brother of King Charles III, has reportedly been arrested in the United Kingdom on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The development intensifies scrutiny over his past links with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. Read more 2. Army among claimants as ₹60 crore Jabalpur property of Dr Hemlata seized after death
The district administration has taken possession of senior eye specialist Dr Hemlata Srivastava’s 25,000 sq ft Right Town property worth over ₹60 crore following her death. Five claimants, including her sisters and the Indian Army, have staked claim to the disputed estate. Read more 3. Parasia municipal chief faces 9 cases including attempt to rape, expelled from BJP
Vinod Malviya, Municipal Council President of Parasia in Chhindwara, is facing nine criminal cases, including two recent complaints of attempted rape. Obscene audio-video clips have surfaced, and he has been expelled from the BJP. Read more 4. Mukesh Ambani says AI will create jobs, India to become global AI power
At the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi, Mukesh Ambani asserted that artificial intelligence will not eliminate jobs but unlock new opportunities. He said India is poised to emerge as one of the leading AI powers of the 21st century. 5. Mahila Congress workers clash with police during protest against MP budget
Mahila Congress members in Bhopal clashed with police and climbed barricades while attempting to gherao Deputy CM Jagdish Devda’s residence. They alleged the Mohan Yadav government’s budget failed to address inflation and women’s concerns. Read more 6. 3-day Narmada water shutdown in Indore for pipeline repair and solar plant work
Indore will face water supply disruption until February 21 due to repairs of a 1200 mm pipeline and commissioning of a new solar plant. The Municipal Corporation said the shutdown affects western areas under Phase I and II projects. Read more 7. SC questions freebie culture, says jobs should replace handouts
The Supreme Court criticised the Tamil Nadu government over indiscriminate distribution of freebies. The bench observed that welfare for the poor is justified, but universal handouts may hurt economic growth. Read more 8. ₹3,060 crore allocated for Ujjain Simhastha, 128 projects set on two-year deadline
The Madhya Pradesh government has earmarked ₹3,060 crore for the upcoming Simhastha in Ujjain. Funds will support ghat repairs, drainage upgrades and water works, with 128 projects targeted for completion in two years. Read more 9. ₹250 fee introduced for Sandhya and Shayan Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple
Devotees will now need online booking and ₹250 per person for Sandhya and Shayan Aarti at the Mahakaleshwar Temple. The system mirrors the existing Bhasm Aarti booking process, while casual darshan remains available. Read more 10. PTI supporters seize Attock Bridge demanding release of Imran Khan
Thousands of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf supporters have taken control of Attock Bridge in Khyber province. The protest intensifies pressure on authorities for the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Read more