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Chhattisgarh: Two women among three Naxalites surrender in Sukma district

The three cadres told police that they were "impressed" by the district police's rehabilitation drive for Naxalites, called 'Puna Narkom' (a term coined in local Gondi dialect which means New Dawn, New Beginning).

Congress to shortlist names of Chhattisgarh Lok Sabha candidates in 10 days, says Sachin Pilot

Sachin Pilot, who is the Congress' Chhattisgarh state in charge, was speaking to reporters after attending the party's screening committee meeting for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Chhattisgarh: 13-year-old student hangs himself over low score in class test

Apparently dejected due to a low score in a class test, the teenager allegedly ended his life in Chhattisgarh's Korba district.

India to be free from the menance of Naxalism in three years: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah last month said 199 new security force camps have been established in Left Wing Extremism-affected areas since 2019.

Chhattisgarh: Naxal carrying Rs 5 lakh reward killed in encounter with security forces in Dantewada

The Naxal killed in the encounter was the Todma Militia Platoon Deputy Commander as well as Aamdai Area Committee Member of the outlawed Maoist organization.

Chhattisgarh: AAP unit chief Komal Hupendi quits, accuses top leadership of apathy

Interestingly, AAP contested 54 out of 90 seats in Chhattisgarh in the 2023 assembly elections but did not win a single seat.

Mahadev betting scam: ED makes two new arrests in money laundering case

ED had claimed in November last year, just before Chhattisgarh assembly polls, that forensic analysis and the statement of alleged cash courier Asim Das have led to "startling allegations" that Mahadev betting app promoters have paid about Rs 508 crore to Bhupesh Baghel.

Chhattisgarh govt approves annual free train travel scheme for Ayodhya darshan

Ram Mandir's 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony will take place on January 22 in Ayodhya. The city is being decked up in a grand way to host the event as PM Modi, CM Yogi Adityanath, over 4,000 saints including 7,000 dignitaries will attend the event.

Chhattisgarh: Three alleged Naxalites arrested in Sukma district

The operation, which took place at Pandumeta Hills under the jurisdiction of the Jagargunda police station, involved personnel from the CRPF, its elite unit - Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA), Special Task Force (STF), and the district police force.

Bhupesh Baghel's father passes away at 89

Former chief minister of Chhattisgarh, Bhupesh Baghel's father Nand Kumar Baghel passed away on Monday (January 8) morning at 89.

Chhattisgarh: Man hacks mother, two-month-old son to death with axe, injures wife in brutal attack

The man entered his residence in an inebriated state and argued with his wife. He attacked his mother, an infant son and wife with an axe, killing the first two, while also injuring the latter.

Mahadev aap case: Bhupesh Baghel named in chargesheet, alleges 'ED acting at behest of its political

The ED has the complete recording of the day of the incident when money was allegedly recovered from Asim Das which means the entire incident was pre-planned and engineered by the federal agency, according to Baghel.

Chhattisgarh: 17 BSF personnel injured as mini truck overturns in Kanker district

An investigation into the incident is underway, he added. The BSF is extensively deployed in Kanker district, which falls in Bastar region, for anti-Naxal operations.

Ram Temple inauguration: Chhattisgarh govt declares 'dry day' on January 22 due to THIS reason

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai emphasized the significance of Chhattisgarh being the residence of the maternal grandparents of Lord Ram, noting Chandkhuri as their recognised home. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend the 'Pran-Pratishtha' of Shri Ram Lalla in Ayodhya on January 22.

Chhattisgarh: 16-year-old held hostage, raped, one held

The accused took the girl to a nearby forest on his motorcycle and then took her to his house, where he allegedly raped her for the next two days, he said.

Chhattisgarh: 6-month-old infant killed, mother and 2 jawans injured in Naxal encounter in Bijapur

According to the officials, the encounter with Naxal members broke out in the evening in a forest near Mutvandi village under Gangaloor police station limits.

3,000 CAPF troops to move from Odisha to Chhattisgarh as part of plan to end Naxalism

Sources in the security establishment told PTI that the Border Security Force (BSF) has been directed to create six new COBs or company operating bases in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district by initially moving one of its battalion based in Odisha's Malkangiri, just across the inter-state border.

Chhattisgarh: 300 metric tonnes of aromatic rice dispatched from Lord Ram's maternal home to Ayodhya

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai flagged off 11 trucks carrying the rice consignment by waving a saffron flag during a function held in Raipur at Shri Ram Mandir on VIP Road.

Chhattisgarh: CM Vishnu Deo Sai distributes portfolios, appoints OP Chaudhary as finance minister

The BJP came back to power in the state by ousting the Congress in the Assembly polls. The BJP won 54 seats in the 90-member Assembly, while the Congress emerged victorious on 35 seats, down from the 68 it won in the 2018 edition.

Chhattisgarh: Three Naxals killed in gunbattle with security forces in Dantewada, arms recovered

Three Naxals were gunned down by security forces in an exchange of fire in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada on Sunday. Their bodies were recovered.

Chhattisgarh Cabinet Expansion: Nine BJP MLAs take oath as ministers in Vishnu Sai's govt

The BJP came back to power in the state by ousting the Congress in the Assembly polls held on November 7 and 17. Results were declared on December 3. The BJP won 54 seats in the 90-member Assembly, while the Congress emerged victorious on 35 seats, down from the 68 it won in the 2018 edition.

Chhattisgarh Cabinet to be expanded today | List of 9 BJP MLAs to be inducted as ministers

Chhattisgarh Cabinet expansion: BJP came back to power in state by ousting the Congress in Assembly polls held on November 7 and 17. Results were declared on December 3. BJP won 54 seats in the 90-member Assembly, while Congress emerged victorious on 35 seats, down from 68 it won in 2018 edition.

Determined to fulfill 'Modi Ki Guarantee' for prosperity of farmers: Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai

Modi Ki Guarantee in Chhattisgarh: BJP has appointed Kiran Singh Deo as its State President in Chhattisgarh. The party's national general secretary, Arun Singh, issued a notice in this regard.

Kiran Singh Deo appointed BJP Chhattisgarh state chief, to replace Arun Sao: Who is he?

Raipur Police busts drug haul: 364 Kg of cannabis seized from ambulance, youth arrested

The successful interception at Amanaka police station limits led to a Rs. 36 lakh seizure, dealing a significant blow to the regional drug network.

Ex-CM Raman Singh files nomination for Chhattisgarh assembly speaker's post, Baghel extends support

Raman Singh, the 71-year-old legislator from the Rajnandgaon seat, filed the nomination papers for the speaker's post in the assembly building premises. Bhupesh Baghel extended support to his nomination and said that he will be elected unopposed as the speaker.

Chhattisgarh: Naxal attack claims CRPF ASI's life, another jawan injured in Sukma

The deceased ASI has been identified as Sub-Inspector Sudhakar Reddy. Meanwhile, Constable Ramu sustained gunshot wounds and is undergoing treatment at the camp. The injured jawan is slated to be airlifted for further medical care.

Congress appoints Charan Das Mahant as LoP in Chhattisgarh, Deepak Baij to continue as state chief

The Congress party has designated Charan Das Mahant as the Leader of the Opposition in Chhattisgarh and Deepak Baij will continue in his role as the state chief.