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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.

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  No couple talks before wedding, 'joota chupai' tradition: Chhattisgarh community's strict rules

  February 19, 2026 21:20 IST

  The Sen community, which falls under the Other Backward Class category, has a population of approximately 250,000 across the state. About 70 per cent of the community works in salons.

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  'Aditya was our world': Chhattisgarh couple dies by suicide after son's death in accident

  February 17, 2026 15:53 IST

  The couple left behind a four-page suicide note and a video message. The words they wrote and the emotions they expressed on camera have shaken the entire community, leaving people heartbroken and in tears.

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  Chhattisgarh Cabinet meets ahead of Budget Session; clears Rs 10,000 crore subsidy to farmers

  February 11, 2026 19:16 IST

  Under Krishak Unnati Yojana, the Chhattisgarh government will disburse approximately Rs 10,000 crore towards the differential price of paddy to farmers, in a single installment, prior to the Holi festival.

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  Chhattisgarh: CM Sai clears proposals on narcotics, security and digital expansion in Cabinet meet

  February 04, 2026 22:19 IST

  The Cabinet also approved 44 new posts for the formation of a Special Operations Group (SOG) under the Special Branch of Police Headquarters. The SOG will be a specially trained unit to respond swiftly to major incidents, terrorist threats and other high-risk situations.

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  Chhattisgarh: Two Naxalites killed in encounter in Bijapur; weapons, explosives recovered

  January 29, 2026 14:46 IST

  The bodies of two Maoists, along with one AK-47 rifle, one 9-mm pistol, and other arms and explosives, have been recovered from the encounter site.

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  Chhattisgarh: 11 security personnel injured in IED blasts as major anti-Naxal operations intensify

  January 26, 2026 12:36 IST

  Eleven security personnel were injured in multiple IED blasts in Bijapur even as Chhattisgarh's intensified anti Naxal offensive continued across the Bastar region. Recent encounters have led to the elimination of key Maoist leaders including Dilip Bedja.

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  CBI court reverses ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's discharge in 2017 'sex CD' case

  January 24, 2026 23:39 IST

  The case was first registered in 2017, with the Chhattisgarh Police registering two separate FIRs based on the complaints filed by BJP leader Prakash Bajaj. The then BJP government had transferred the case to the CBI.

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  Two Naxalites killed in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur

  January 17, 2026 12:40 IST

  Security forces took action against the Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur, killing two Naxalites in an encounter in Bijapur.

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  Chhattisgarh: 52 Naxalites surrender under government's rehabilitation drive in Bijapur

  January 15, 2026 17:38 IST

  As part of the rehabilitation programme, each surrendered Naxalite will receive an immediate financial assistance of Rs 50,000 and will be reintegrated into society as per the government’s policy.

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  Chhattisgarh's Sukma sees major Naxal surrender: 29 lay down arms amid intensified operations

  January 14, 2026 13:50 IST

  Chhattisgarh: Among the surrendered cadres was Podiam Budhra, the Dandakaranya Adivasi Kisan Majdoor Sangthan leader in Gogunda carrying a Rs 2 lakh reward, along with other DAKMS members, militia personnel, and Janatana Sarkar operatives.

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  Chhattisgarh pushes Naxalism to brink as CM Sai unveils mission-mode plan for rapid Bastar revival

  January 14, 2026 8:03 IST

  Chhattisgarh is pushing Naxalism towards its final phase as the state and Centre intensify development efforts in Bastar. CM Vishnu Deo Sai outlined a mission-mode three-year plan focusing on infrastructure, basic services, tourism and livelihoods.

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  Chhattisgarh: Raipur lab becomes first in India to get NQAS certificate; JP Nadda hails state govt

  January 07, 2026 22:01 IST

  In a letter addressed to State Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, Nadda said the certification reflects Chhattisgarh’s growing strength in delivering reliable and quality diagnostic services. He noted that the milestone highlights the commitment of the State Government in healthcare sector.

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  26 Naxals with Rs 64 lakh collective bounty surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

  January 07, 2026 15:39 IST

  Among the remaining surrenderees, three carried rewards of Rs 5 lakh each, one had a bounty of Rs 3 lakh, another Rs 2 lakh, and three cadres carried rewards of Rs 1 lakh each.

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  Chhattisgarh liquor scam: Bhupesh Baghel's son Chaitanya released on bail from Raipur jail | Video

  January 03, 2026 18:36 IST

  Chhattisgarh liquor scam: Bhupesh Baghel, surrounded by crowds of Congress supporters from various districts, welcomed his son outside Raipur Central Jail with resounding slogans, fluttering flags, and festive drumbeats.

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  Chhattisgarh: 14 Naxalites killed in encounter in Bastar; automatic weapons recovered

  January 03, 2026 12:00 IST

  Chhattisgarh encounter: The security forces have recovered automatic weapons, including one Self-Reloading Rifle (SLR) and 12 bore rifles from the forest area in the Bijapur district.

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  'I am also an Indian citizen': Dhirendra Shastri responds to chartered aircraft controversy

  December 29, 2025 23:11 IST

  Dhirendra Shastri said that he was being questioned over the mode of transport used for his visit, saying he was an Indian citizen and not a foreigner.

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  On-duty police inspector touches Dhirendra Shastri's feet, action taken as video goes viral

  December 26, 2025 19:22 IST

  An on-duty police inspector at Raipur Airport faced disciplinary action after a video of him touching Dhirendra Krishna Shastri's feet went viral. Authorities stated that the act violated service rules and the dignity of the uniform.

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  Chhattisgarh draft electoral rolls released after SIR, over 27 lakh names deleted, check details

  December 23, 2025 23:43 IST

  The Election Commission said it is implementing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the Electoral Rolls in Chhattisgarh with a clearly defined objective to ensure inclusion of all the eligible electors and exclusion of all the ineligible electors with full transparency at every stage.

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  Bhupesh Baghel's son Chaitanya received Rs 200 to Rs 250 crore in liquor 'scam' case: Chargesheet

  December 23, 2025 10:20 IST

  According to a statement from the ACB/EOW, a comprehensive document of approximately 3,800 pages has named Chaitnaya Baghel as an accused in the alleged scam, which is estimated to be worth over Rs 3,000 crore. As many as eight chargesheets have so far been filed in connection with the case.

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  EC to publish draft electoral rolls for Chhattisgarh today: How to check your status?

  December 23, 2025 7:04 IST

  Chhattisgarh voters can file claims and objections from December 23, 2025, to January 22, 2026. Notices and hearings related to these objections will continue till February 14, 2026.

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  Chhattisgarh encounter: 18 Naxalites neutralised in Bijapur; INSAS, AK-47 rifles recovered

  December 04, 2025 11:03 IST

  Bijapur encounter: The security forces have also recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition, and AK-47 rifles from the slayed Naxalites.

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  12 Naxalites killed, three jawan martyred in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur

  December 03, 2025 23:44 IST

  The gun battle took place in a forest of the Gangaloor area adjoining Dantewada district when a joint team of security personnel was out on an anti-Naxal operation.

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  37 Naxals, including 27 with Rs 65 lakh bounties, surrender in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada

  November 30, 2025 17:47 IST

  Chhattisgarh Police Superintendent Gaurav Rai stated that the surrender took place in front of senior police and CRPF officers under the “Poona Margem” initiative, which supports rehabilitation and social reintegration.