CONGRESS State In-charge Sachin Pilot who is in Raipur criticised Chhattisgarh Government accusing it of failing across several key sectors. Talking to media persons upon his arrival in Raipur, Sachin Pilot said that there is growing dissatisfaction among the people, particularly among farmers, over unfulfilled promises made in the BJP manifesto. Pilot pointed out the deteriorating law and order situation in the state, claiming that the administration has lost control. “Incidents of theft, looting, ..

Onam, the traditional festival of Kerala, was observed in a simple manner by the Malayali community residing in the twin cities of Bhilai and Durg. The celebrations featured artistic flower arrangements (Athapokallam) and traditional Kerala dishes, adding color and enthusiasm to small family and community gatherings. Held by groups like Bhilai Nair Samajam, Ayyappa Seva Sangham, Bhilai Malayalam Granthasala, and Kerala Samajam, the Onam festivities are usually celebrated with grandeur each year. However, ..

A delegation from the Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee (CPCC), led by State President Deepak Baij, met Governor Ramen Deka at Raj Bhavan Raipur on Thursday to express their concerns about the deteriorating law and order situation and increasing crimes against women in State. In a memorandum submitted to the Governor, the CPCC alleged that the current BJP government has failed to maintain law and order. They accused the government of misusing its machinery against the Opposition Congress party ..

Teej Milan and social gathering of Kanya Kubz Vaishya Halwai Bhunjwa Bhurji Samaj Durg Chhattisgarh was organised at Swami Vivekanand Bhawan Padmanabhpur Durg. President Prahlad Kashyap presented the welcome speech while the guests were welcomed by secretary Jitendra Kashyap. Paro Gupta, Meena Gupta and Radhika Kashyap from women committee expressed their views. The programme was conducted by Rakesh Gupta. The programme started with Chhattisgarhi cuisine competition in which first place was bagged ..

A dramatic wildlife encounter unfolded in the verdant industrial district of Korba, near the Rampur country liquor shop, where a massive 15-foot python was found coiled in the courtyard of a residence, having swallowed a baby goat and two chickens. The serpent, too weighed down by its meal, was unable to move and rested in the home of Khilawan Yadav, leaving the family in utter shock and fear when they discovered the predator the next morning. According to information received, Khilawan Yadav’s family ..

A significant discussion on animal welfare took place on Monday in the Collectorate hall. The meeting was presided over by District Collector Dr Gaurav Singh. The session featured key insights from Ram K Raghuvanshi, a member of the Animal Welfare Board of India, New Delhi. Ram K Raghuvanshi emphasised the importance of focusing on the protection and service of cows, advocating for the breeding of high-yield cows that can produce maximum milk. He suggested the establishment of an animal market ..

IN A significant development within the Maoist ranks, internal conflicts have surfaced, leading to the killing of ACM Vijja, a senior local cadre from South Bastar, by his own comrades in the Rajnandgaon-Kanker Border Division. On September 6, 2024, Vijja was reportedly executed by fellow Maoists under the leadership of Telugu cadre Vijay Reddy. The incident is yet another indicator of the growing mistrust within the organisation, as frustrations from continuous losses throughout 2024 mount. This ..

THE Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is currently conducting searches at multiple locations in Raipur, targeting a Senior Audit Officer of the Indian Audit and Accounts Department, Office of the Principal Accountant General (Audit), Chhattisgarh. The searches come as part of an investigation into allegations that the officer possesses Disproportionate Assets (DA) beyond his known sources of income...

THE Heart, Chest and Vascular Surgery Department of Dr B R Ambedkar Memorial Hospital (BRAMH) has achieved a remarkable feat in the field of thoracic surgery with successful operation of rare mediastinal tumor inside and over the heart of two persons. Under the leadership of Dr Krishnakant Sahu, Head of Heart, Chest and Vascular Department, the medical team successfully performed two critical surgeries on rare mediastinal tumors involving a 32-year-old patient and a 5- year-old child. These rare surgeries ..

Human-elephant conflicts continue to escalate in forested areas of Korba District. In a recent incident, a 65-year-old woman lost her life in an elephant attack near Baghmara forest, part of the Gadkatra village under Balco forest range of the Korba Forest Division. The attack occurred during the intervenning Friday-Saturday nights. The elephant, which had wandered through the Katghora Forest Division, entered the Balco area and then proceeded towards Futkapahad. As per the information received, the ..

DISTRICT police announced cash awards of Rs 10,000 for information about six absconding accused of attempt to murder crime, reported from Bhilai-3 on July 19 evening. In this connection the final decision would be taken by SP, Durg office regarding the justified awardees, the police said adding that the identity of informers would be confidential. SP, Durg office announced the cash award of Rs 10,000 for the informer, giving worthwhile information that could lead to arrest of the absconding accused ..

In a staggering revelation, RTI activist Dr Dinesh Soni has disclosed a deliberate arson in the Mining Branch of Balrampur district, tribal-dominated Surguja division, aimed at obliterating evidence related to a colossal corruption scandal. On August 12, Dr Soni filed a formal complaint with the Surguja Divisional Commissioner, citing collusion between mining officials, clerks, contractors and crusher operators. According to the complaint, this group orchestrated a fire in the Mining Branch’s composite ..

In solidarity with the victim female doctor of the brutal gang rape and murder in her duty room at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata, West Bengal and to demand justice, Junior Resident Doctors Association organised a candle march and human chain across the country on Wednesday night. The demonstration was aimed to highlight the outrage and call for stricter measures to prevent such heinous crimes. Doctors, medical staff, and the general public across India are continuing their peaceful protests against ..

In a ground-breaking achievement, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai (KCG) Police have made history by conducting a record-setting cyber awareness campaign that reached 35,130 citizens across 218 locations in a single day. This remarkable initiative, spearheaded by the visionary leadership of Superintendent of Police Trilok Bansal, has earned the KCG Police a coveted place in the prestigious Golden Book of World Records, solidifying their contribution to advancing cyber security education in India. ..

The Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district has once again been bestowed with an opportunity to bask in glory. Heerabai Jhureka Baghel, a talented Dokra Bell Metal artist from the village panchayat of Baiginidih, has been selected for the prestigious National Handicraft Award from Chhattisgarh. This news has brought immense joy and pride to the local residents. District Collector Dharmesh Sahu, along with journalists, the sarpanch, and well-wishers, extended heartfelt congratulations to Heerabai. The district ..

THE National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted a series of intensive searches across multiple locations in the Narayanpur district of Chhattisgarh on Tuesday. The focus of these operations was on identifying and apprehending cadres and supporters of the Communist Party of India (Maoist) believed to have played significant roles in the March 2023 road blockade incident, a crime that shocked the region and underlined the persistent threat posed by Maoist insurgency. According to sources, the investigation ..

THE Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched its grand membership campaign in Chhattisgarh with a vibrant ceremony held at Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Auditorium in Raipur. The event marked the official start of the campaign, with Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai becoming the first member of the Chhattisgarh BJP. The Chief Minister was enrolled by State BJP President Kiran Singh Deo, who also released the membership link for the campaign. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai emphasized ..

A 37-year-old woman in restive Bijapur’s Marudbaka village was taken ill after consuming a toxic substance. With no road access and a swollen river cutting them off from medical aid, her husband and fellow villagers were left with no choice but to carry her on a makeshift stretcher across the treacherous waters. The journey to reach the nearest medical facility, a staggering 20-22 kilometers on foot, is a stark reminder of the hollow reality behind the state government’s chest-thumping declarations ..

The multi starrer Chhattisgarhi film Aakhri Faisla, directed by Adish Kashyap, made under the banner of Bhai Bhai Film Production and Shraddha Cinema Production will be released on September 13. The Producer of this film, Yamini Ganpati Dewangan informed the media during a press meet and poster launch of the film at Raipur Press Club, recently...

IN A major development, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted a series of covert searches in Chhattisgarh's Gariaband district on Saturday, as part of its investigation into the 2023 state assembly poll IED blast case. The operations, which remained undisclosed until now, were aimed at gathering critical evidence and targeting key suspects associated with the deadly attack. The case, officially registered as RC05/2024/NIA/RPR, has been under NIA’s scrutiny since March this year. The blast, ..

THE Nova Nature Welfare Society, in collaboration with the Chhattisgarh Forest Department, has been actively involved in studying the factors that affect the existence of the King Cobra to develop long-term conservation strategies for this elusive species. Led by M Suraj and Moiz Ahmed, the society is focused on protecting the King Cobra population by involving the local community in the Korba district, which is the last remaining stronghold of the species in this region. Chhattisgarh has 44 per cent ..

A tragic accident occurred on Saturday in Geatra village of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, when an illegal clay mine collapsed, trapping three women under the debris. The women were part of a group of 15 who had gone to the mine to extract clay. Despite the swift rescue efforts by the local villagers, one woman lost her life, while two others were critically injured and rushed to the district hospital. The deceased has been identified as 22-year-old Phulkumari, who was digging clay inside the ..

The State Government has accepted the resignation of retired Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer S S Bajaj as Director General of Chhattisgarh Council of Science and Technology (CCOST) and Chhattisgarh Regional Science Centre. In this regard, General Administration Department, Government of Chhattisgarh has issued an order. According to the order, the resignation of S S Bajaj from the post of Director General of the CCOST and the Regional Science Centre was accepted from August 31. Outgoing Director ..

AFTER swine flu, dengue and malaria, outbreak of diarrhoea has started in the district. 30 villagers of Daurikalari, Gram Panchayat Khairaduban under Pali block have been affected by diarrhoea. Of these, 26 have been admitted to the Community Health Centre, Pali. The condition of five of them is reported to be serious. The remaining four villagers are being treated in the village itself. Diarrhoea outbreak is being attributed to drinking contaminated water. Amidst the continuous rains, the effect ..

The Rajya Khel Alankaran Samaroh was held at Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Auditorium in Raipur, where Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai honoured the talented players of Chhattisgarh for their achievements in various sports. The event, attended by Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development Tokhan Sahu, Assembly Speaker Raman Singh, several ministers and MLAs, celebrated the accomplishments of athletes from across the state for the award years 2021-22 and 2022-23. During the ceremony, a total ..