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Expect investments in excess of Rs 4 trn to create 100,000 jobs: MP CM

The size of the investments is important, but equally crucial is the number of jobs that these proposals create, said MP CM

MP bans liquor in religious cities, introduces 'Low Alcoholic Beverage Bar'

The policy has also approved a new category, 'Low Alcoholic Beverage Bar', under which beer, wine, and ready-to-drink liquor with an alcohol content of 10 per cent or less will be served

MP's new logistics policy to boost supply, attract investors: CM Yadav

The Madhya Pradesh government's new logistics policy will strengthen the state's economy and attract investors in the upcoming global investors summit (GIS), Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Sunday. Invest Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit, is scheduled in Bhopal on February 24 and 25. Yadav listed various features of the Logistics Policy such as RFID, Green Card Scheme, green industrialisation etc. According to Yadav, the logistics policy novelties that were unveiled recently will improve supply efficiency by reducing logistics costs. "The policy's objective is to develop efficient, reliable, and strategically sustainable world-class logistics infrastructure so that logistics cost can be reduced to global standards by 2030," he stated. Yadav said the policy will make MP an attractive destination for domestic and international businesses. "The Madhya Pradesh Logistics Policy 2025 will also prove to be important in the direction of the overall economic development. It will

Weekend rush at Maha Kumbh again, traffic increases at MP-UP border

According to officials, around 1,000 vehicles were moving towards Prayagraj in every hour at Chakghat border and nearly 800 returning from there in the same period

Global Capability Centres policy to bring new investment: MP CM Yadav

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has stated that the state's new Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy 2025 is a significant step towards attracting multinational companies and establishing Madhya Pradesh as a digital and technological hub. This policy will prove to be a milestone in accelerating Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Digital India, he said. The Global Investors Summit-2025, to be held in Bhopal, will provide the largest platform to present this policy at the global level. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the summit on February 24, which will further strengthen the investment landscape of Madhya Pradesh. At the summit, the Chief Minister will present this policy to investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from around the world, aiming to elevate the state to new heights in the GCC sector. This summit is expected to bring in a large number of investment proposals for GCCs, transforming the state's economic ...

Global Investors Summit: Madhya Pradesh govt to showcase urban infra

He said that the state is rapidly expanding its infrastructure, housing, and smart city projects, with ongoing urban projects worth Rs 72,000 crore and upcoming projects worth Rs 88,000 crore

Bhopal cracks down on begging: First FIR filed against almsgiver, beggar

This move comes after the Bhopal District Collector issued an order banning begging and giving alms in the city on February 3

MP to streamline policies, fast-track public services to draw investors

The amendments and notifications aim to enhance the ease of doing business for industries and manufacturers the state hopes to attract in large numbers at the event

Centre to reimburse tomato storage, transport costs for MP farmers

In view of falling tomato prices, the Centre on Wednesday said it will reimburse the storage and transportation cost of tomato in Madhya Pradesh under the market intervention scheme through cooperative NCCF. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has approved the implementation of transportation component of market intervention scheme (MIS) for tomato in the state through NCCF. "NCCF is preparing to start transportation operations from Madhya Pradesh soon," an official statement said. Under this scheme, where there is a price difference of TOP crops (tomato, onion and potato) between producing and consuming states, the operational cost incurred in storage and transportation of crops from producing state to other consuming states will be reimbursed to the central nodal agencies like NAFED and NCCF. This has been done in the interest of farmers of producing states, the statement added.

Avaada Group to invest Rs 50,000 crore in Madhya Pradesh: Chairman

He said that this investment will be made in the fields of solar energy, wind energy, pumped storage, and battery storage

Before GIS, MP releases key policies including industrial and export policy

According to officials from the industry department, the government has made key changes in its policies to attract industrialists, multinational companies, and investors ahead of GIS

PM Modi to inaugurate Global Investors Summit in Bhopal on Feb 24: CM Yadav

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Invest Madhya Pradesh- Global Investors Summit (GIS) in Bhopal on February 24. "An approval has been received confirming PM Modi's visit to the inaugural function of the Global Investors Summit in Bhopal. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the closing function of the two-day event," Chief Minister Mohan Yadav told the state cabinet meeting on Tuesday. Modi will perform bhoomipujan ceremony of a cancer hospital in Chhatarpur on February 23 and inaugurate the GIS the next day, a state government official said. Preparations are underway in Bhopal to host the summit, the official said. The official said a special meeting will be held in New Delhi on Wednesday for fostering better coordination with the industry and trade groups coming from abroad and consulates/ embassies of various countries attending the summit. The Madhya Pradesh government has decided to observe 2025 as an industry year to promote investment in the state. Th

MP disburses 21st installment of Laadli Behna Yojana: How to check status

Scheme guarantees a monthly sum of Rs 1,250 to women of poor households

Global Investor Summit to take MP startups to new heights: CM Mohan Yadav

Chief Minister further mentioned that startups will not only contribute to the state's economic growth but also create new employment opportunities for the youth

MP to host its biennial Global Investors' Summit in Bhopal from Feb 24-25

Madhya Pradesh is luring investments by showcasing its thriving economy, world-class infrastructure, investor-friendly policies, and exclusive incentive programmes that make it a prime destination for investment opportunities. Strong commitment to creating a business-friendly environment and investment opportunities essentially make the state the 'Kumbh' of growth and development. It is rapidly emerging as a key hub for sectors such as tourism, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, mining, dairy, and food processing, according to the state government's investment pitch. Madhya Pradesh will on February 24-25 host its biennial Global Investors' Summit in Bhopal to attract investment and showcase the state's economic potential. The summit aims to highlight Madhya Pradesh's investment climate and industrial infrastructure, offering numerous opportunities for potential collaborations. The state has robust connectivity, with a National Highway network of 5,000+ kilometres and rail network with 5

Delhi election results: Tukde-tukde gang facing defeat, says MP CM Yadav

As early trends showed the BJP leading in 45 of Delhi's 70 assembly seats and AAP big-wigs trailing in some seats, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday said leaders who were part of the "tukde-tukde gang" and had a narrow mindset have been continuously facing defeat. According to the early trends released by the Election Commission, the BJP was leading in 45 of Delhi's 70 assembly seats, while AAP was ahead in 25. Talking to reporters in Indore, Yadav said that opposition parties should introspect after their repeated defeat in the elections. He said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's association with the public, their hard work and the country's changing mood are going towards one direction. Hitting out at the INDIA bloc, the chief minister said, "Elements who are part of the tukde-tukde gang, have narrow mindset and have misled the states and country for years are continuously facing defeats...We have witnessed everyone ...

No tender to be placed, scooty will be given as per students' choice: MP CM

His statement comes amid concerns raised by the opposition Congress, which claimed that tenders for the distribution of scooties had not yet been placed

MP announces drone policy, incentives to become manufacturing hub

Capital subsidy of up to 40 per cent (maximum Rs 30 crore) will be provided to entrepreneurs setting up drone-manufacturing units in the state

MP priority sector has a credit potential of Rs 3.13 trillion, says Nabard

State focus paper released in State Credit Seminar, maximum credit potential in agriculture and MSME sectors

IAF Mirage fighter jet crashes in MP's Shivpuri, both pilots eject safely

A Mirage-2000 fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed in an agriculture field in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri district on Thursday afternoon after encountering a system malfunction, said the IAF. Both pilots ejected safely but suffered minor injuries and were being airlifted to Gwalior by a helicopter, officials said. The twin-seater trainer aircraft, which was on a routine sortie, caught fire after crashing at around 2.40 pm, said a Central Air Command spokesperson, adding a snag led to the accident. "A Mirage 2000 aircraft of the IAF crashed near Shivpuri (Gwalior), during a routine training sortie today, after encountering a system malfunction. Both the pilots ejected safely. An enquiry has been ordered by the IAF to ascertain the cause of the accident," the Air Force said in a post on social media platform X. The fighter jet, which crashed in an agriculture field near a village in Shivpuri district, had taken off from the Gwalior Airbase, said the officials. "Villagers .