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  Chhattisgarh takes a big leap on GeM as govt procurement rises by 113 pc; state wins major award

  August 11, 2026 17:50 IST

  Chhattisgarh's GeM procurement surged 113 per cent to Rs 3,935 crore in FY 2025-26, saving the state Rs 130 crore. The state also saw strong growth in procurement from MSEs, women entrepreneurs, SC/ST firms and startups.

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  Man performs 'tantrik' ritual with Chief Justice's photo to secure kin's bail in Chhattisgarh

  August 09, 2026 9:25 IST

  A man was questioned by Bilaspur Police after allegedly performing a tantrik ritual at a cremation ground to help his relative secure bail in a stabbing case. Police recovered a fish, lemons, vermilion and photographs from the spot.

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  Chhattisgarh CM launches 'Meri Beti–Mera Abhiman' campaign to build girls' toilets in govt schools

  August 07, 2026 13:37 IST

  The Chief Minister said 6,671 girls' toilets will be built at a cost of Rs 286.85 crore, with each unit costing Rs 4.30 lakh. Similarly, cremation grounds with waiting sheds will be constructed in 6,524 villages at a cost of Rs 391.44 crore.

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  Gyaneshwari Yadav, CWG silver medalist, felicitated by Chhattisgarh CM

  August 04, 2026 14:00 IST

  Commonwealth Games 2026 silver medallist Gyaneshwari Yadav was felicitated by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, who announced a Rs 30 lakh cash reward and an out-of-turn promotion to DSP after her historic 53kg weightlifting silver in Glasgow.

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  Five of a family found dead in Raipur, mass suicide suspected; probe underway

  July 18, 2026 15:49 IST

  The deceased were identified as Sajid Ali (50), his wife Rabia, and their three children, said Rahul Dev Sharma, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) for the West Zone.

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  Chhattisgarh becomes first state to adopt risk-based business approval system

  July 16, 2026 21:32 IST

  Industries and commercial establishments will be classified based on their size and risk profile, allowing low-risk businesses to receive faster approvals, while high-risk projects will continue to undergo technical scrutiny and physical inspections.

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  Four of family killed as scooter rams into parked tractor in Chhattisgarh's Durg

  July 16, 2026 18:00 IST

  Two sisters and two young children lost their lives in Chhattisgarh's Durg district after their scooter rammed into a stationary tractor-trolley. The incident also left an eight-year-old boy injured who is undergoing treatment at AIIMS Raipur.

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  Chhattisgarh Cabinet approves Ease of Doing Business Bill 2026 to boost investments, job creation

  July 09, 2026 16:08 IST

  The Bill introduces a series of reforms designed to eliminate procedural delays and ensure time-bound delivery of government services. A key feature is the provision for deemed permission, under which applications pending beyond the prescribed timeline will automatically be treated as approved.

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  Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai visits leprosy ashram, hails it as 'true pilgrimage of humanity'

  July 03, 2026 20:05 IST

  Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Wednesday visited Indian Leprosy Relief Association Ashram in the Janjgir-Champa district, calling the institution as “a true pilgrimage of humanity, compassion and service".

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  Chhattisgarh takes big step towards diamond mining as advanced drilling gets approval

  June 27, 2026 16:15 IST

  Chhattisgarh has taken a major step towards commercial diamond mining after the Board of Directors of NMDC-CMDC Limited (NCL) approved large-diameter drilling at the Baloda-Belmundi Diamond Block in Mahasamund district.

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  BJP leader charred to death over sand mining dispute in Chhattisgarh's Korea; 4 held, probe underway

  June 18, 2026 14:06 IST

  The incident happened on Tuesday night in the Katgodi village, which is a part of Chhattisgarh's Korea district. Three people, including BJP leader Bharat Singh, were killed in the incident.

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  Chhattisgarh: Amit Shah says 'Naxal-free Bastar' target achieved, credits coordinated security push

  May 18, 2026 17:04 IST

  Speaking at a public event in Jagdalpur, Shah recalled that the Centre had set an internal deadline in January 2024 to completely eliminate Naxalism by 31 March 2026. He said the goal had been met despite early skepticism from several quarters.

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  Watermelon death: Teen dies in Chhattisgarh days after Mumbai deaths - doctor identifies issue

  May 12, 2026 19:59 IST

  According to officials, some children ate cut watermelon on Sunday evening and later developed symptoms including vomiting, diarrhoea and breathing difficulties. A boy named Akhiles Dhivar was declared dead on arrival at the district hospital, while the other three children are undergoing treatment.

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  Chhattisgarh: Four of family killed in fire triggered by cylinder blast in Durg

  May 12, 2026 18:14 IST

  The blaze, reportedly triggered by a short circuit, gradually spread through the house and eventually reached the kitchen, where the gas cylinder was kept. This led to a powerful explosion that caused extensive damage to the entire structure.

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  15-year-old boy dead, three children fall sick after eating watermelon in Chhattisgarh's Janjgir

  May 12, 2026 11:10 IST

  A 15-year-old boy died and three children were hospitalised in Janjgir-Champa district after eating a cut watermelon suspected to be contaminated. Officials have sent both viscera and fruit samples for forensic and food safety tests to determine the exact cause of the tragedy.

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  Chhattisgarh: 3 DRG personnel killed, 1 injured in IED blast during demining operation

  May 02, 2026 23:49 IST

  While neutralising an improvised explosive device (IED) in Chhattisgarh’s Kanker district, three District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawans were killed, while one other jawan was injured as the IED went off. The explosion took place in a forested area.

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  No evidence of charter plane crash in Chhattisgarh, officials dismiss reports after inspection

  April 20, 2026 18:44 IST

  Earlier there were report of a plane crash in the Narayanpur hills in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district. However, the Chhattisgarh government clarified that there are no reports of such an accident.

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  Chhattisgarh government announces 50% concession in property registration for women, pushes for UCC

  April 15, 2026 16:56 IST

  The Cabinet has approved the formation of a high-level committee, headed by retired Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, to draft the UCC framework.

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  Chhattisgarh power plant blast: President Murmu condoles loss of lives, death count rises to 14

  April 15, 2026 8:45 IST

  At least 14 workers were killed and several others injured in a boiler blast at a Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh’s Sakti district. The explosion, caused by a rupture in a high-pressure steam tube, led to severe burn injuries to several workers, some of whom succumbed later.

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  Seven workers injured after massive fire erupts at Bhilai Steel Plant in Chhattisgarh

  April 07, 2026 13:56 IST

  Bhilai Steel Plant fire: Seven workers at the steel plant suffered burns in the incident. Three fire tenders were pressed into service and the blaze was doused after a shortwhile.

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  Former Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi's son Amit convicted in two-decade-old murder case of NCP leader

  April 03, 2026 12:07 IST

  The case dates back to 2003 and pertains to the killing of businessman-politician Ramavatar Jaggi in Raipur at a time when Ajit Jogi was the sitting Chief Minister of the State.

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  Bastar emerges from shadow of Naxal violence: India TV Exclusive with IG Sundarraj Pattilingam

  March 31, 2026 21:05 IST

  Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday spoke at length about the issue of Naxalism and declared India was now free of Left-wing extremism.

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  Seven Naxals surrender in Bastar on eve of Centre's mission to end Left-wing extremism

  March 31, 2026 16:09 IST

  Notably, Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday claimed India was now Naxal free, hailing the work done in the past 12 years by the Narendra Modi-led government.

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  Woman killed, seven injured as ropeway trolley crashes near Khallari Mata temple in Chhattisgarh

  March 22, 2026 13:21 IST

  A woman, identified as Ayushi Satkar (28) from Raipur, was killed, while seven others were injured and shifted to a hospital.

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  Chhattisgarh: 108 Naxals carrying combined reward of Rs 3.95 cr surrender in Bastar; weapons seized

  March 11, 2026 16:34 IST

  Officials said the surrendered cadres provided valuable intelligence that led to the recovery of a large stock of weapons. In total, security forces seized 101 firearms, including AK-47 rifles, INSAS rifles, SLR rifles, light machine guns, .303 rifles and barrel grenade launchers.

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  Chhattisgarh govt presents Rs 1.72 lakh crore budget, announces Rani Durgavati Scheme for girls

  February 24, 2026 18:13 IST

  The budget places strong emphasis on the social sector, which accounts for 40 per cent of the total expenditure, while 36 per cent is earmarked for boosting economic activities and 24 per cent for administrative and general services.

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  CJI Surya Kant launches 'Nurturing Future of the Judiciary' e-souvenir at Chhattisgarh High Court

  February 22, 2026 21:44 IST

  Justice Surya Kant digitally unveiled the Chhattisgarh State Judicial Academy's 2026 e-souvenir, "Nurturing the Future of the Judiciary," spotlighting its remarkable rise. This online archive charts the institution's path from basic roots to a vanguard of advanced legal education.

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  Chhattisgarh's final voter roll released: 1.87 crore enrolled after intensive four-month drive

  February 21, 2026 16:17 IST

  Chhattisgarh final voter roll released: Central to the SIR drive, kicked off on October 27, 2025, stood 27,196 committed Booth Level Officers (BLOs) who conducted widespread door-to-door surveys.