MP Evening Wrap:Hanuman Chalisa recited at Bhojshala after HC verdict; PM Modi warns global crises may push world into poverty trap

Bhaskar English brings you the biggest news from Madhya Pradesh and around the world. Here are the top news headlines of the day:
1. PM Modi warns global crises may push world into poverty trap Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the Indian community in The Hague, warned that the world is facing a “decade of crises” due to COVID-19, wars and the energy crisis. He said continued instability could reverse decades of progress and push millions globally into poverty. Read more 2. Hanuman Chalisa recited at Bhojshala after HC verdict The Madhya Pradesh High Court recognised the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex in Dhar as a Vagdevi temple from King Bhoj’s era and allowed Hindu worship at the site. Following the verdict, devotees performed prayers and recited Hanuman Chalisa amid tight security arrangements. Read More 3. BJP cracks whip on leaders ignoring Modi’s save-fuel appeal BJP leaders in Madhya Pradesh who allegedly ignored PM Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation and held large convoy rallies have been summoned to Bhopal on May 17. The party leadership has sought explanations, while Delhi BJP also asked for a detailed report on the matter. Read More 4. India faces drought risk as IMD warns of weak monsoon, el-niño India could face drought-like conditions and extreme heat this year as chances of El Niño developing have risen to 82%, according to NOAA. The IMD warned that weak monsoon activity may impact rainfall across several states, increasing risks of heatwaves, dry spells and agricultural losses. Read More 5. 3 workers suffer severe burns in Dewas accident; doctors fear survival chances are low In Dewas, five labourers were killed and 25 injured after a massive explosion at a firecracker factory on May 14. Three workers suffered 99% burns and remain critical, with doctors warning of lung failure, kidney damage and low chances of survival. A special investigation team has been formed to probe the accident. Read More 6. Petrol-diesel price hike to raise household expenses in Indore Residents in Indore are facing another inflation blow after petrol prices rose by ₹3.27 per litre and diesel by ₹3.09. The hike is expected to increase commuting, transport and delivery expenses, with experts warning of costlier vegetables, construction materials, hotel services and online deliveries in the coming weeks. Read More 7. Robert Vadra gets bail in ₹58 crore land deal scam Businessman Robert Vadra received bail from Rouse Avenue Court in the 2008 Shikohpur land deal case linked to Gurugram. The case involves alleged irregularities in land licensing and sale to DLF during Bhupinder Singh Hooda’s tenure. Read more 8. IAS-selected SDM Pooja Soni rejects ₹30,000 bribery allegation A ₹30,000 bribery case at the Tendukheda SDM office in Narsinghpur has intensified scrutiny on SDM Pooja Soni after her UPSC 2025 selection. Her steno was caught allegedly accepting bribe money, while investigators claim audio evidence links part of the amount to the SDM. Read More 9. MP sizzles under severe heat, asphalt melts on Bhopal roads Severe heat gripped Madhya Pradesh as temperatures crossed 43°C in 12 cities, with Khandwa recording 45.1°C. The IMD issued heatwave alerts for 37 districts and severe heatwave warnings for Indore, Ujjain, Ratlam, Dhar and Dewas, while hailstorms and rain hit several districts by evening. Read More 10. ‘Dhurandhar 2’ becomes No.1 film in Pakistan Pakistani content creator Mavia Umar Farooqui claims Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ caused a Netflix server crash in Pakistan upon release, allegedly making it the top trending movie. Read more