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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.

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  41 Naxalites lay down arms in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur; 32 of them carried Rs 1.19 crore bounty

  November 26, 2025 14:36 IST

  Thirty-nine of the surrendered cadres were associated with the South Sub-Zonal Bureau, including members from the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee, Telangana State Committee, and the Dhamtari–Gariaband–Nuapada divisions.

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  Chhattisgarh: 28 Naxalites, including 22 with reward of Rs 89 lakh, surrender in Narayanpur

  November 25, 2025 19:22 IST

  Inspector General of Police (Bastar Range) Sundarraj Pattilingam said that Niyad Nellanar focuses on taking development projects to remote and conflict-affected villages. The Bastar police have also launched Poona Margham, a programme designed to help former Maoists reintegrate into society.

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  Chhattisgarh shock: 4-year-old hung from tree by teachers for not doing homework

  November 25, 2025 7:19 IST

  A viral video—recorded by a local resident—shows the child stripped, tied with a rope, and hung from a tree inside the school premises while crying for help, as the teachers stood by and did nothing.

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  Chhattisgarh: 15 Naxalites, with combined bounty of Rs 48 lakh, surrender in Sukma

  November 24, 2025 19:12 IST

  The surrendered cadres met senior police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officials, Sukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan confirmed. Speaking to authorities, the former militants said they were encouraged by the state government’s development and rehabilitation initiatives.

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  Chhattisgarh ATS detains two minor boys in Raipur for links with Pakistan-based ISIS module

  November 19, 2025 8:52 IST

  Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma said that this is the first such case in the state, and efforts are on to trace if there were more such individuals.

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  Chhattisgarh: Three Naxalites carrying Rs 15 lakh bounty neutralised in Sukma

  November 16, 2025 23:18 IST

  Chhattisgarh encounter: The encounter broke out in the forest of Tumalpad village along the border of Bhejji and Chintagufa police station area on Sunday morning. The security forces had launched an operation in the area after receiving specific inputs about the presence of the Maoists.

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  Chhattisgarh: Three Naxalites killed in encounter in Sukma; anti-Naxalite operation underway

  November 16, 2025 9:44 IST

  The gunfight broke out in the forested hills of Bhejji and Chintagufa police station areas in the morning when a team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) was out on an anti-Naxalite operation.

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  Chhattisgarh encounter: Six Naxalites killed in gunfight in Bijapur district

  November 11, 2025 20:27 IST

  Chhattisgarh encounter: The gunfight broke out at around 10 am in the Indravati National Park area when a joint team of security personnel was out on anti-Naxalite operation based on inputs about the presence of senior Maoist cadres in the region, Bijapur SP Jitendra Yadav said.

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  Chhattisgarh: CRPF jawan injured in IED blast in Sukma district

  November 09, 2025 16:46 IST

  The jawan belonging to the CRPF's 74th battalion inadvertently came in contact with the pressure IED, triggering the blast, causing injuries in his legs.

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  Chhattisgarh govt launches credit card, debit card and UPI payment options for GST returns

  November 07, 2025 12:34 IST

  The introduction of credit card, debit card, and UPI payment options for GST returns in Chhattisgarh addresses long-standing demands from business communities and trade bodies that pointed out the limitations of earlier payment methods, which were restricted to net banking.

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  Chhattisgarh: CM Sai kicks off bike racing championship with ride at Raipur's Budhapara stadium

  November 03, 2025 22:46 IST

  Organised as part of Chhattisgarh’s Silver Jubilee Year celebrations, the national-level championship aims to promote a culture of discipline, responsibility and safety among young riders.

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  Chhattisgarh brimming with confidence, reaching new heights of development, says PM Modi

  November 01, 2025 23:45 IST

  PM Modi highlighted major achievements, including rural electrification, internet access, Ujjwala gas connections, and a 40,000 km road network. He inaugurated 3.51 lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.

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  PM Modi inaugurates Chhattisgarh's new assembly complex: 'Played key in drafting Constitution'

  November 01, 2025 14:04 IST

  Talking about his 'special connection' with Chhattisgarh, PM Modi said the state and its people have been a 'great blessing' for him in shaping his life.

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  Chhattisgarh: 51 Naxals, 20 of them carrying collective bounty of Rs 66 lakh, surrender in Bijapur

  October 29, 2025 18:17 IST

  Naxalites surrendered as part of 'Poona Margem - Punarwas se Punarjeevan' (rehabilitation for social integration), a rehabilitation initiative launched by Bastar Range police for Naxalites.

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  Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurates and lays foundation stones of projects worth Rs 40.89 cr

  October 28, 2025 21:43 IST

  The projects underline the state government's thrust on inclusive infrastructure creation — from rural connectivity and sanitation to education and tribal welfare — reaffirming Chief Minister Sai’s commitment to taking development to the last village of Jashpur.