The new government of Madhya Pradesh has spent over Rs 32.85 crore on air travel, averaging Rs 9.25 lakh a day, sparking debates on fiscal prudence. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, ministers, and officials made 666 air trips using rented and government-owned aircraft, with private planes accounting for Rs 36.39 crore. The reliance on rented aircraft began after a government plane crash, leading to plans to continue renting until a new jet is delivered in 2026, projecting an additional Rs 72 crore expenditure on air travel in the next two years.
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Pak violates ceasefire: Blackouts in J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat
Following the announcement of a ceasefire pact between India and Pakistan, immediate firing and drone attacks by Pakistan forces were reported across several regions, including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat, resulting in blackouts. Indian defense systems shot down nearly 50 drones, and retaliatory measures were initiated by the BSF and Indian Army, with a focus on maintaining high alert. Blackouts were enforced in various border districts, with officials instructing residents to take precautions...
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