Chhattisgarh
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Chh'garh: CM Sai flags off Raipur-Jabalpur Express train, thanks PM Modi for development in Bastar
chhattisgarh | Aug 03, 2025, 06:38 PM ISTIn his remarks, CM Vishnu Deo Sai also highlighted the fact that the state's railway budget has seen a 21-fold increase over the last decade, with Rs 6,900 crore allocated this year alone.
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New express trains flagged off for five states in major boost to rail connectivity | Check routes
Business | Aug 03, 2025, 11:57 AM ISTGood news for railway passengers: The Jabalpur–Raipur Express commenced operations on August 3, establishing a direct rail link between Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, addressing a long-standing public demand.
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Chhattisgarh: 78 students given anti-rabies vaccine after dog contaminates mid-day meal
India | Aug 03, 2025, 09:18 AM ISTChhattisgarh: Following the incident, parents and villagers approached the school management committee demanding accountability and the removal of the self-help group responsible for preparing the food, as they ignored warnings about the contamination.
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Ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel and his son Chaitanya move Supreme Court against CBI, ED probes
India | Aug 03, 2025, 07:29 AM ISTED officials conducted raids at the Baghel family residence in Bhilai, Durg district, on July 18. Chaitanya was taken into custody under Section 19 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The ED cited non-cooperation during the search as grounds for immediate arrest.
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Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai meets PM Modi, invites him for state's Amrit Rajat Mahotsav
India | Aug 01, 2025, 03:08 PM ISTMarking 25 years since the formation of the state, Chhattisgarh is celebrating the milestone as its Amrit Rajat Jayanti Year.
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Chhattisgarh school principal held for taping nursery student’s mouth over ‘Radhe Radhe’ greeting
India | Jul 31, 2025, 10:16 PM ISTA school principal in Chhattisgarh's Durg district was arrested for allegedly punishing a three-and-a-half-year-old nursery student by hitting her and sealing her mouth with tape after she greeted with "Radhe Radhe". The incident took place at Mother Teresa English Medium School in Bagdumar village.
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Chhattisgarh: CRPF constable shoots himself dead in Bijapur district
India | Jul 30, 2025, 01:01 PM ISTChhattisgarh: Between 2019 and June 15, 2025, a total of 177 security personnel in Chhattisgarh have died by suicide, according to an official statement in the state assembly.
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Four Naxalites killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur; arms and ammunition recovered
chhattisgarh | Jul 26, 2025, 08:04 PM ISTNoting that the operation is still underway, Inspector General of Police (Bastar Range) Sundarraj P said a large quantity of arms and ammunition, including INSAS and SLR rifles, were recovered from the encounter site.
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66 Naxalites surrender in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, 49 carried rewards totalling over Rs 2.27 cr
India | Jul 24, 2025, 07:44 PM ISTIn a major crackdown on Maoist insurgency, 66 Naxalites, including 49 carrying a total bounty of Rs 2.27 crore, surrendered across five districts in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar division on Thursday. Among them were several key Maoist operatives with high rewards including an Odisha state committee member.
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ED raids residence of former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's son in connection with liquor scam
chhattisgarh | Jul 18, 2025, 10:59 AM ISTThe Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's Bhilai residence early today in connection with the alleged liquor scam.
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Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai orders massive crackdown in liquor scam: 22 officials suspended
chhattisgarh | Jul 11, 2025, 06:47 PM ISTThe suspended officials are alleged to have amassed movable and immovable assets through illegal means, earning approximately Rs 88 crore between 2019 and 2023 via corrupt practices.
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Woman Naxal carrying Rs 8 lakh reward killed by security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Kanker
India | Jun 20, 2025, 10:46 PM ISTPolice said the preliminary identification suggests the deceased Naxal cadre is Shanti alias Deve, a native of Gundem in Bijapur district.
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Two Naxals gunned down in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district
chhattisgarh | Jun 11, 2025, 07:47 PM ISTAccording to Sukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan, automatic weapons were also recovered from the spot. The encounter between Naxals and security forces is still underway.
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Chhattisgarh High Court receives bomb threat mail, police conduct thorough search
chhattisgarh | Jun 10, 2025, 07:08 PM ISTAccording to officials, the alarming message landed in the official email inbox of the High Court late Monday afternoon, setting off immediate security protocols.
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Naxal leader Bhaskar, who carried reward of Rs 45 lakh, killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh
chhattisgarh | Jun 06, 2025, 11:43 PM ISTPolice said Bhaskar, a resident of Adilabad district in Telangana, was the secretary of the Mancherial-Komarambheem (MKB) division of the TSC of Maoists and carried a reward of Rs 25 lakhs in Chhattisgarh and Rs 20 lakhs in Telangana.
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Key Maoist leader, carrying Rs 40 lakh bounty, killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh
India | Jun 05, 2025, 07:22 PM ISTThe offensive was launched based on inputs about the presence of Maoist leader Sudhakar, Telangana State Committee member Bandi Prakash, Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC) member Pappa Rao, and a few other armed cadres, the official said.
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Chhattisgarh: 18 Naxals, including top Battalion members, surrender in Sukma
chhattisgarh | May 27, 2025, 05:24 PM ISTThe surrendered Naxals will be given a cash help of Rs 50,000 each and other assistance by the government to merge back into the society and start their lives.
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ESDS to invest Rs 600 crore in AI-based data centre in Raipur, paving way for digital transformation
chhattisgarh | May 26, 2025, 10:59 PM ISTESDS Software proposes a Rs 600 crore AI-driven data center in Raipur, driving Chhattisgarh's digital transformation and enhancing India’s tech infrastructure.
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Chhattisgarh: Naxalite killed in encounter with security personnel in Sukma district
chhattisgarh | May 23, 2025, 10:31 AM ISTPersonnel belonging to the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Special Task Force and 210th battalion of CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action), an elite unit of CRPF, were involved in the operation.
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CoBRA commando, Naxal killed in ongoing operation in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
chhattisgarh | May 22, 2025, 04:39 PM ISTThe Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) is the CRPF’s specialised jungle warfare unit and plays a leading role in counter-insurgency operations in regions affected by Left Wing Extremism.