MP Evening Wrap:AIIMS Bhopal starts free clinical autopsies; Islamabad under lockdown for US-Iran talks, UK to arm Gulf allies

Bhaskar English brings you the biggest news from Madhya Pradesh and around the world. Here are the top news headlines of the day: 1. Islamabad under lockdown for US-Iran talks; UK to arm Gulf allies Islamabad went into lockdown ahead of key US-Iran ceasefire talks, with empty roads and tight security. US Vice President JD Vance is expected to arrive, while Iran’s delegation is present. Meanwhile, the UK announced interceptor missile support to Gulf allies amid rising regional tensions. Read more 2. Ujjain borewell rescue stalls as ring traps child’s hands, tunnel digging begins Rescue efforts to save two-year-old Bhagirath in Ujjain hit a setback after a rope-ring attempt failed. Teams have resumed digging a parallel tunnel. The child remains trapped in a 200-foot borewell, while NDRF-SDRF continue operations amid mounting tension and the mother’s distress. Read more 3. Gwalior medical college accused of granting MBBS degrees without exams Gwalior’s Gajararaja Medical College faces allegations of issuing MBBS degrees illegally to dismissed Vyapam students without exams or reinstatement. A complaint cites bribery claims of ₹16 lakh per degree, while officials deny knowledge. A probe has been ordered as serious irregularities surface. Read more 4. BJP promises UCC in 6 months in WB; Mamata attacks party trust The BJP released its West Bengal manifesto promising UCC in six months, ₹3,000 monthly aid, and 33% job quota for women. Amit Shah targeted the TMC government, while Mamata Banerjee hit back, accusing BJP of betrayal and questioning its credibility ahead of polls. Read more 5. Kumbh viral girl found minor, husband booked under POCSO The ‘Kumbh viral girl’ was found to be a minor at marriage, triggering a POCSO case against the accused. Probe revealed a fake birth certificate and possible trafficking angle. DGPs of Madhya Pradesh and Kerala have been summoned as investigations widen. Read more 6. Illegal highway cuts turn deadly in MP: 188 killed in 3 years Illegal divider cuts across Madhya Pradesh highways to create shortcuts have caused 188 deaths in three years. Over 1,500 such points exist, fuelling accidents, especially around Bhopal. Despite action, cuts reappear. Authorities warn these risky shortcuts and cattle-related crashes are turning roads into deadly zones. Read more 7. 2.05 crore voters deleted in UP, 84 lakh added, total 13.39 crore Uttar Pradesh’s final voter list shows 13.39 crore voters after a 13% drop, with 2.05 crore names deleted and 84 lakh added. The revision followed the SIR process, with officials citing errors, duplicates, deaths and ineligible entries among key reasons for removals. Read more 8. AIIMS Bhopal starts free clinical autopsies, maternal death cause in 90 minutes Madhya Pradesh faces high maternal mortality, with 159 deaths per lakh deliveries. To identify exact causes, AIIMS Bhopal has begun free, consent-based clinical autopsies without police involvement. The process helps families understand deaths and provides data to improve healthcare systems and prevent future fatalities. Read more 9. Bhopal Bada Talab encroachment removal drive begins: 347 structures to be cleared in 15 days The district administration has resumed an encroachment removal drive around Bhojtal in Bhopal. Officials aim to clear 347 illegal structures within 15 days, targeting post-2022 constructions and those within 50 metres of the lake, following a two-month survey and phased demolition plan. Read more 10. Online bank transfers above ₹10,000 may take one hour soon Soon, it may happen that your online transaction of more than ₹10,000 may not be instant. There could be a delay of one hour. This will give customers a chance to stop or cancel wrong transactions. RBI has proposed this to prevent increasing digital fraud in the country. Read More