Indore

Just weeks after a deadly water contamination incident, Indore is facing another outbreak.

On this Special Report, host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor examines the death of Yuvraj, a software professional who drowned after his vehicle plunged into an unmarked construction pit in Noida Sector 150. The investigation highlights a 90-minute rescue delay and questions the Noida Authority regarding the absence of barricades despite an 8,732 crore budget. Former Urban Development Secretary Sudhir Krishna discusses the lack of SDRF preparedness. The program also covers the CBI questioning of TVK chief Vijay concerning the Karur stampede, focusing on event delays and organizational violations. Vijay denies legal breaches, attributing the incident to police lapses. Further reports address India's pollution crisis as Danish shuttler Mia Blichfeldt withdraws from the India Open due to Delhi's air quality. The broadcast concludes with the Indian cricket team's ODI series loss to New Zealand and a health emergency in Madhya Pradesh, where contaminated water is linked to a Guillain-Barre Syndrome outbreak, prompting a World Health Organization probe into local public health failures.

In this special report, Sneha Mordani highlights a burgeoning public health crisis in Madhya Pradesh as contaminated water is linked to an outbreak of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS). Following the recent deaths of 15 people in Indore due to filthy water, the rare neurological disorder has now claimed the lives of two children in Mandsaur and Neemuch. With 13 new cases reported, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme have launched a probe into the cluster. Mordani explains that GBS is a 'neurological emergency' where the immune system attacks the nerves, potentially leading to paralysis and respiratory failure. The report criticises the state administration for poor governance and the failure to prevent infections from preventable causes. Experts note that GBS clusters are often triggered by sanitation issues, specifically the bacteria Campylobacter jejuni, further shaming the state's public health record.

On this India Today special report, sports journalist Nikhil Naz analyses the crisis in Indian cricket following a historic ODI series defeat against New Zealand. For the first time since 1988, New Zealand has secured a bilateral ODI series win on Indian soil, also marking India's first ever defeat at Indore's Holkar Stadium. Naz highlights that 'it definitely is a Gambhir situation', pointing to the turbulent tenure of head coach Gautam Gambhir, under whom India has now lost three ODI series. The discussion shifts to the perceived inaction of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Naz criticises the board for failing to hold review meetings or address systemic issues, contrasting their silence with the proactive approach of the English Cricket Board. The report questions whether the management and selectors are being held accountable for the team's declining performance across formats ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.

This report highlights the controversial and misogynistic remarks made by Phool Singh Baraiya, a Congress MLA from Madhya Pradesh. The MLA claimed that 'pretty women can distract men, which can lead to their rape,' and further attempted to justify his stance by linking these views to religious texts. The comments have sparked a massive political row, with Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan strongly slamming the legislator and demanding immediate action. The incident is particularly noted for occurring in front of a poster of Babasaheb Ambedkar. Despite the outrage, Baraiya was later seen with Rahul Gandhi during his visit to Indore. The report questions whether the Congress leadership will take disciplinary action against the MLA to set a precedent, especially as the party campaigns for the rights of the backward classes. The segment underscores the lack of justification for such statements from a public representative.

On this Special Report, the focus is on the massive political controversy in Madhya Pradesh triggered by Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya. The legislator has drawn severe criticism for his derogatory remarks regarding women and backward communities. Baraiya claimed that 'pretty women can distract men and which can lead to their rape' while further asserting that there are no 'pretty women' in the Adivasi, SC, ST, and OBC communities. He went on to suggest that raping a backward woman is considered equal to a 'pilgrimage' in certain scriptures. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has slammed the MLA, accusing him of spreading venom in society and demanding that Rahul Gandhi sack him from the party. The programme examines the backlash against these vulgar comments and the political fallout as leaders from the BJP demand accountability from the Congress leadership.

India pacer Mohammed Siraj feels that his workload management may have led to being snubbed from the T20 World Cup 2026 squad. Siraj played the last edition of the tournament and played a crucial role in India's win.

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, visited Indore to meet families affected by a deadly water contamination outbreak. During his visit, Gandhi lashed out at the Madhya Pradesh government, stating, 'I have come to raise their issue' and questioning how a 'smart city' like Indore lacks clean drinking water. He interacted with victims suffering from vomiting and diarrhoea, offering ₹1 lakh in financial aid to the families of the deceased. Gandhi alleged that victims' families are being intimidated and emphasized that the current fixes are merely a 'band-aid' that will fail once media attention shifts. Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya dismissed the visit, labeling Gandhi a 'tourist' engaging in 'photo ops.' Local residents expressed grief, noting that while aid was offered, the fundamental issue of water scarcity and safety remains unresolved in the state.

On this Special Report, the focus is on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's visit to Indore following a tragic water contamination crisis that claimed 24 lives. Addressing the media after meeting the victims' families, Gandhi stated, 'Someone must take responsibility for 24 deaths that's taken place.' He criticised the Madhya Pradesh government for failing to provide clean water, describing the situation as a systemic failure despite Indore's 'cleanest city' tag. Gandhi distributed compensation of ₹1 lakh to each affected family and dismissed allegations of 'politicising' the issue, asserting it is his job to raise such concerns. The bulletin also features a response from Madhya Pradesh Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya, who dismissed the visit as 'photo-optics' and claimed the government has taken full cognizance of the matter. Former Minister Sachin Yadav also highlighted that residents had been complaining about poor water quality for three years, calling the tragedy a man-made disaster caused by administrative negligence.

On this broadcast, social activist Brinda Adige reacts strongly to derogatory comments made by a Congress MLA, labeling them as 'obnoxious' and 'despicable'. Adige emphasizes that such remarks go against the Constitution and the dignity of women and children, who constitute more than half the population. She states, 'He is unworthy of holding a public office, making these kinds of wild, derogatory, deplorable, despicable remarks' and calls for him to be stripped of his position. Adige further challenges the leadership of Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi to take decisive action without making political comparisons. She also advocates for Parliament to deliberate on the 'right to recall' elected representatives when they fail to maintain the decorum and standards of public office. The discussion highlights the disconnect between political rhetoric and the reality of leaders being seen with controversial figures shortly after their comments surface.

On this Special Report, the focus is on the massive political controversy in Madhya Pradesh following derogatory remarks by Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya. The legislator claimed that 'pretty women can distract men which can lead to their rape' and further asserted that there are no 'pretty women' within Adivasi, SC, or OBC communities. Baraiya also made shocking claims suggesting that such acts against backward women are justified in certain religious scriptures, equating them to a 'pilgrimage'. The report highlights the backlash from the Bharatiya Janata Party, with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav demanding Baraiya's resignation. The incident gained further traction as Baraiya was seen with Rahul Gandhi during the latter's visit to Indore to meet victims of a water contamination tragedy. While Rahul Gandhi has remained silent on the matter, the BJP has intensified its attack on the Congress leadership for harboring representatives who hold such dehumanising and misogynistic views against women and backward classes.

In this news report, India Today covers the massive controversy surrounding Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya from Madhya Pradesh. Baraiya has sparked widespread outrage after a video surfaced where he allegedly linked the act of rape to religious scriptures. He claimed that certain texts suggest that if a person cannot visit a pilgrimage site, they can rape women from Dalit or tribal communities to receive the same 'spiritual benefits.' The MLA further stated, 'Because religious scriptures provide such instructions,' while attempting to explain why rapes occur against infants and marginalized women. The report highlights the 'disgusting' nature of these remarks, noting that they come at a time when Rahul Gandhi is visiting Indore. While the BJP has slammed the comments as shameful, the Congress party has reportedly attempted to distance itself from the controversy to maintain focus on Gandhi's visit. The programme explores the political fallout and the demand for action against the MLA for his highly disturbing and regressive statements.

On this Special Report, we track the visit of Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to Indore following the tragic deaths caused by contaminated water consumption. Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to spend approximately four hours in the city, where he will meet with the families of the deceased and visit patients currently receiving treatment at Bombay Hospital. According to reporter Ravishpal Singh, 'He will land at around 11 am at Indore airport and he will directly go to Bombay hospital where he will meet the people who are admitted'. The visit includes a trip to Bhagirapura, the epicenter of the crisis, followed by a press conference to address the ground reality. Additionally, the Congress party suggests Gandhi may participate in a state-wide fast organized by the All India Congress Committee in memory of the victims. The programme examines the political implications of this visit as the opposition seeks to highlight the administrative failures that led to the collapse of public health safety in the region.

On this Get Real India report, Dharmendra Sahu investigates a shocking case from Madhya Pradesh where retired railway employees were gifted fake silver coins. What was intended as a gesture of appreciation by the West Central Railway Zone turned into a 'bitter betrayal' when jewellers revealed the coins were mostly copper with minimal silver content. The discrepancy was discovered when former employees attempted to sell the coins to capitalize on rising silver prices. A vigilance inquiry has since revealed that the coins were supplied by an Indore-based firm following an order placed in January 2023 for 3,640 gold-plated silver coins. Of these, 3,631 reached the general store in Bhopal. The suspected fraud amounts to nearly 2,500 rupees per coin. Retired employees expressed that they feel 'cheated and insulted' by the incident, which has raised serious questions regarding the railway's procurement and purchase processes. The report highlights the emotional and financial impact on the veterans who served the national carrier.

This news bulletin covers the Health Ministry's decision to lower the NEET PG 2025 qualifying percentile for reserved categories to zero, a move intended to fill over 18,000 vacant postgraduate medical seats. The program examines the resulting debate over academic standards versus seat-filling in Indian medical education. The bulletin also highlights a public health development where the Delhi Jal Board has started replacing old pipelines in Kunwar Singh Colony after an India Today investigation into toxic water. This is part of a broader effort to replace aging water infrastructure in the city. Further national news includes the political row over a water tragedy in Indore, where contaminated water has reportedly caused multiple deaths. Additionally, the bulletin notes the withdrawal of Danish shuttler Anders Antonsen from the India Open, who cited Delhi's hazardous air quality. On the international front, the program reports on renewed claims by US President Donald Trump regarding Greenland, which he states is a matter of national security to preempt Russian or Chinese influence.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has revised the qualifying percentiles for NEET-PG 2025 admissions, reducing it to zero percentile for reserved categories, and for the general category, it has been reduced to seven percentile from 50.

This report highlights the escalating political and health crisis in Indore following a deadly water contamination outbreak in Bhagirathpura. An audit report submitted to the local administration suggests that 15 deaths may be linked to the recent surge in vomiting and diarrhoea, though residents claim the toll is as high as 23. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is scheduled to visit the affected families on 17 January. The Congress party has intensified its criticism of the 'double-engine sarkar', questioning the public health safety in a city frequently awarded for its cleanliness. 'Rahul Gandhi would be visiting on the 17th of January, meeting the victim members of, family members of the victims who died due to the contaminated water,' the report confirms. The situation underscores a significant discrepancy between official death tolls and local claims, raising concerns over administrative transparency ahead of the upcoming budget session.

In this Special Report, India Today's Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor and Shreya Chatterjee expose the deepening water crisis in Delhi. Following the tragedy in Indore where contaminated water claimed 10 lives, the investigation reveals similar dangers in the National Capital. Residents of Namdhari Colony and Mayur Vihar Phase 2 display black, foul-smelling water supplied by the Delhi Jal Board (DJB). Despite the DJB claiming 'no negative reports', internal documents accessed by India Today confirm contamination. Residents, including RWA President Amit Gupta, express anguish, stating they are forced to drink 'sewage-like' water despite voting for the BJP government led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The report questions the urgency of Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma's administration.

On this Special Report, Shreya Chatterjee investigates the alarming state of drinking water in the national capital. Following the tragic deaths of ten people in Indore due to contaminated water, India Today’s exposé reveals a similar systemic breakdown in Delhi. In areas like Namdhari Colony in Ramesh Nagar and Mayur Vihar Phase 2, residents are being supplied with water that is visibly black, foul-smelling, and mixed with sewage. Shreya Chatterjee notes, 'This is drinking water. Supplied straight from government pipelines', highlighting the dire reality on the ground. The report further uncovers official Delhi Jal Board documents from October to December 2025, where the agency itself admits to contamination in zones like Dwarka and Nangloi. Despite these internal admissions and the visible health risks to citizens, there is a perceived lack of urgency from the authorities. The programme serves as a stark warning to the government to act before negligence leads to a fatal tragedy similar to the one witnessed in Madhya Pradesh.

In this report, the focus is on the alarming rise of typhoid cases in urban India, including the National Capital Region (NCR). Despite the widespread use of RO filtration systems, many are still falling victim to the infection. The speaker explains that the danger often lies not in the glass, but on the plate. Sources such as uncooked food, raw salads, and commercial ice in cocktails are identified as major carriers of the virus. The discussion highlights the recent tragedy in Indore involving contaminated water as a grim reminder of civic apathy. The report also details symptoms like persistent fever and exhaustion, urging viewers to avoid self-medication. While a vaccine exists, the speaker emphasizes that caution regarding consumption sources remains the best defense.