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Anurag Amitabh

Anurag Amitabh (Senior Editor, India TV) Anurag Amitabh has been associated with Hindi journalism for approximately past 20 years. His pen remains vocal on various issues related to political and social concerns. Having started his career in journalism from the research field, his emphasis is always on fact-based news. Prior to joining India TV, Anurag Amitabh worked with several organizations, including India News, Zee News, and C-Voter.

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Who is Anurag Jain, the newly-appointed NITI Aayog CEO appointed by central government?
India | Jul 22, 2026, 10:58 PM IST
Anurag Jain has been appointed as the new NITI Aayog CEO for a period of two years. His tenure as the Chief Secretary of Madhya Pradesh is scheduled to end on August 31, 2026. Jain is a veteran administrator, having an experience of nearly 40 years under his belt.
MP assembly passes UCC bill, polygamy, nikah halala prohibited; registration must for live-in
Madhya Pradesh | Jul 21, 2026, 04:34 PM IST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav called the bill's passage a "golden day" and hit out at the Congress party, which wanted to send it to a select committee for discussion. MP CM Yadav said that "this move (the bill) will liberate women from the suffering caused by polygamy."
Ban on triple talaq, 'nikah halala' and polygamy: All you need to know about MP's UCC bill
Madhya Pradesh | Jul 20, 2026, 11:59 PM IST
The Madhya Pradesh Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill will be up for discussion on Tuesday. The Bill prohibits polygamy and criminalises triple talaq and 'nikah halala'. Here is all you need to know about the bill.

Madhya Pradesh cabinet approves UCC draft bill for presentation in state assembly: CM Mohan Yadav
Madhya Pradesh | Jul 19, 2026, 01:30 PM IST
The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has approved the draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill for introduction in the state Assembly. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said the move marks a significant step towards implementing a uniform civil law framework in the state.
'Narottam Mishra my guardian,' BJP's Datia candidate Ashutosh Tiwari rejects rift buzz | EXCLUSIVE
Madhya Pradesh | Jul 13, 2026, 08:20 PM IST
In an exclusive interview to India TV, BJP's Datia candidate Ashutosh Tiwari called Narottam Mishra his 'guardian', while pointing out that the saffron party remains a cadre-based organisation and everyone is allowed to express their views openly.
Tearful Narottam Mishra gets emotional on stage, vows door-to-door campaign for Ashutosh Tiwari
Madhya Pradesh | Jul 13, 2026, 11:52 PM IST
Speaking at a rally, Madhya Pradesh's former Home Minister Narottam Mishra has vowed to do a door-to-door campaign for BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari for the byelection in Datia, where polling is slated to be held on July 30.

Narottam Mishra's supporters clash with cops, block highway; Section 163 of BNS imposed
Madhya Pradesh | Jul 11, 2026, 11:13 AM IST
BJP has fielded Ashutosh Tiwari for the bypoll. Angered over the party's decision, several councillors including BJP District President Raghuvir Saran resigned. Subsequently, all BJP councilors also submitted their resignations.
After Ayodhya Ram Temple row, donation theft controversy erupts at Baglamukhi Temple in MP
Madhya Pradesh | Jul 08, 2026, 01:15 PM IST
The Madhya Pradesh administration has ordered a seven-day probe into alleged financial irregularities at the famous Maa Baglamukhi Temple in Nalkheda after complaints of private donation collections and misuse of bank accounts surfaced.
Five returning from birthday party killed, one critical after SUV crashes into truck in MP's Maihar
Madhya Pradesh | Jul 07, 2026, 10:09 AM IST
The impact of the collision was so severe that the SUV was completely damaged, and the six victims inside were trapped in it.

'Cook conspired to defame me for money,' says Punjab Kings' Shashank Singh | EXCLUSIVE
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 30, 2026, 04:42 PM IST
Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh denied assaulting his cook and alleged that the FIR was part of a planned conspiracy to defame him and extort money.
Punjab Kings' Shashank Singh, his father booked after cook alleges assault and abuse
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 30, 2026, 07:43 AM IST
The cook alleged his mobile phone was forcibly confiscated by Shashank Singh's family to prevent him from contacting anyone, and he was pressured to continue working against his will.
Jitu Patwari accuses Mohan Yadav govt of Rs 500 crore scam, Digvijaya Singh gives clean chit
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 28, 2026, 11:28 AM IST
Congress leader Jitu Patwari accused the Mohan Yadav government of giving government land worth Rs 500 crore to a trust for just Rs 1, a charge his own senior party leader, Digvijay Singh, flatly refuted.

Will Madhya Pradesh implement UCC in July? CM Mohan Yadav signals move
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 17, 2026, 08:27 PM IST
The Madhya Pradesh government may get the UCC bill passed during the five-day monsoon session scheduled from July 20 to 24.
Fresh rift in MP Congress? Videos of Digvijaya Singh, Jitu Patwari and Harish Chaudhary spark buzz
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 16, 2026, 05:26 PM IST
Viral videos from a press conference, held after Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination was rejected, have exposed the acrimony brewing behind closed doors within the Madhya Pradesh Congress.
Inside the MP terror module: How social media, cross-border links were used to radicalise youths
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 15, 2026, 10:55 AM IST
According to sources, the main accused -- 35-year-old Mohammed Faraz -- have told officials during questioning that he largely relied on social media to radicalise the youth, especially unemployed and those from economically weaker section of the society.

BJP wins all three Rajya Sabha seats unopposed in MP after Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination rejected
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 11, 2026, 11:51 PM IST
BJP candidates Rajneesh Agrawal, Tarun Chugh and Mahesh Kewat have been elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh after Congress candidate Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination was rejected.
Natarajan's nomination fiasco linked to Congress' internal distrust? MP Minister Sarang's big claim
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 10, 2026, 11:44 AM IST
The Congress has launched protests against the Election Commission, accusing them of bias and procedural irregularities in handling the nomination process. Party leaders argue that the developments reflect misuse of institutional mechanisms to influence political outcomes.
Natarajan slams BJP for RS nomination rejection, Congress to hold hunger strike | Key points
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 09, 2026, 11:36 PM IST
Meenakshi Natarajan on Tuesday said it all began when the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party fielded a third candidate despite lacking the requisite numerical strength. She said it also became evident that they were engaging in politics designed to trample upon the Constitution and democracy.
Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh rejected in big jolt to Congress
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 09, 2026, 07:05 PM IST
Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination was rejected after the BJP had objected to her nomination, alleging that she had concealed her criminal record. Following the cancellation of her nomination, BJP candidate Mahesh Kevat has now been elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha.
MP Rajya Sabha race: BJP fields third nominee; is trouble brewing for Congress' Meenakshi Natarajan?
India | Jun 08, 2026, 11:37 AM IST
Earlier on June 4, the saffron party released a list of 11 candidates for the Rajya Sabha polls. The elections will take place on June 18, with voting scheduled for 24 seats spread across 10 states.