Jammu, India: Congress leaders and workers took to the streets in Jammu on Wednesday to protest the arrest of Uday Bhanu Chib, the National President of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC). Demonstrators termed the arrest politically motivated and an attack on democratic rights. Chib, a native of Jammu, was arrested in New Delhi on Tuesday … Read more
Gurdaspur, India: A major security breakthrough has been reported in the deadly attack on the Adiyan police post in Punjab’s border district of Gurdaspur, with investigators confirming links to Pakistan-based handlers. One of the accused was killed in a police encounter, another has been arrested, while a third suspect remains on the run. The incident … Read more
Hyderabad: Reports circulating on social media have set fans buzzing about an upcoming wedding involving South Indian stars Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, with claims that the couple will tie the knot on February 26 in a private ceremony near Udaipur. While the actors have not made an official announcement, excitement among fans—fondly calling the … Read more
New Delhi: In a strong signal against VIP culture and misuse of official privilege, Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has issued a show-cause notice to a senior official of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) after details of an extravagant travel protocol went viral on social media. The controversy centers on a proposed visit to Prayagraj … Read more
New Delhi: The Government of India has released draft income tax rules and forms under the proposed Income Tax Act, 2025, introducing stricter disclosure norms aimed at curbing fraudulent tax claims and improving transparency in the tax system. The new law is scheduled to come into effect on April 1, 2026. Stakeholders have been invited … Read more
Los Angeles: Fifteen Democratic-led U.S. states filed a lawsuit on Tuesday against the Donald Trump administration, challenging recent changes to federal childhood vaccination recommendations that they say undermine decades of medical science and put children at risk. The lawsuit targets a policy shift announced in January by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) … Read more
Raipur: Chhattisgarh Finance Minister O. P. Chaudhary on Wednesday presented a ₹1.72 lakh crore state budget for the financial year 2026 in the Legislative Assembly. This is the third budget of the government led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, and it has been themed “SANKALP”, reflecting the government’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable development. … Read more
Surguja: A jaundice outbreak has triggered serious concern in the Surguja region of Chhattisgarh after the death of a 13-year-old boy in Ambikapur on Tuesday. Health authorities have confirmed the death and issued urgent instructions to set up medical camps in affected areas. The deceased has been identified as Divyansh Rai, a resident of Namnakala … Read more
Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur: In a tragic road accident, three people riding a single motorcycle were killed after being hit by an unidentified vehicle in the Dhanhar area of the district on Tuesday. Among the deceased were two real brothers, triggering widespread grief in their native village. The accident occurred near the Tilokhan forest stretch under the Dhanhar … Read more
BEMETARA, Chhattisgarh: Police in Bemetara have arrested a man who allegedly posed as an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer and cheated people by promising government jobs and official favors. According to police, the accused, identified as Rohit Kumar, is a resident of Uttar Pradesh and has studied only up to Class 10. Despite this, he … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh — A disturbing case of alleged animal cruelty has come to light in Raipur, where two pet dogs were reportedly assaulted, with one allegedly being scalded with boiling water. The incident has triggered widespread public outrage and prompted swift legal action following the emergence of a video recorded by a neighbor. The footage, … Read more
Raipur, India: The Indian state of Chhattisgarh is set to present its annual budget for the 2026–27 fiscal year on Monday, with Finance Minister O.P. Choudhary describing it as a budget centered on “trust and development.” The budget will be tabled in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly at 12:30 p.m. local time during the ongoing budget … Read more
New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear a petition seeking inclusion of Pasmanda Muslims under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category for reservation benefits. During preliminary observations, the court noted that OBC classification is determined not only by social status but also by economic factors. The petition was filed by Mohammad … Read more
Raipur, India : The State Economic Offences Investigation and Anti-Corruption Bureau (EOW/ACB) of Chhattisgarh has arrested Anwar Dhebar in connection with an alleged large-scale overtime payment scam involving the Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corporation Limited (CSMCL). According to officials, the arrest was made on Sunday in a case registered under Sections 7B and 8 of the … Read more
Raipur — Investigative authorities have arrested Anil Tuteja in connection with an alleged misuse of District Mineral Foundation (DMF) funds, following an extensive investigation into Case No. 02/2024 registered by the Bureau. According to officials, the arrest was made after the examination of crucial digital evidence, documentary records, and statements from multiple individuals. Preliminary findings … Read more
Raipur: With the Chhattisgarh government set to present the state budget on February 24, expectations are rising across various sections of society. The Chhattisgarh Employee Officers Federation has expressed strong hopes from the budget, while also warning of protests if its long-pending demands are not addressed. The budget will be presented in the Chhattisgarh Legislative … Read more
Beijing: China on Monday said it is conducting a comprehensive assessment of the impact of a recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that struck down global tariffs imposed during the presidency of Donald Trump under emergency powers legislation. In a statement, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said it has taken note of the court’s … Read more
Raipur: Ahead of the presentation of the state budget, Chhattisgarh Finance Minister O.P. Chaudhary tabled the Economic Survey 2025–26 in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly on Monday, painting an optimistic picture of the state’s economic trajectory. According to the survey, Chhattisgarh is expected to record a 11.57% growth in Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) in 2025–26, … Read more
Mahasamund, India |Police in Mahasamund district have intensified their crackdown on illegal liquor production, seizing large quantities of illicit mahua alcohol and arresting multiple accused under a special enforcement drive. Acting on the directions of the Superintendent of Police, teams from Saraipali, Basna, Patewa, and Bagbahara police stations conducted coordinated raids at several locations, including … Read more
New Delhi, India — NBCC (India) Limited on Monday held high-level discussions with a delegation from the Republic of Seychelles, led by Vice President Sebastien Pillay, to explore collaboration on a large-scale island infrastructure development project. The meeting, held at NBCC’s headquarters in New Delhi, focused on the proposed integrated development of approximately 139 acres … Read more
Ahmedabad, India — Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has raised ₹1,000 crore (approximately $120 million) through the private placement of five-year non-convertible debentures (NCDs), according to a regulatory filing made with Indian stock exchanges on Monday. The company allotted 100,000 rated, listed, secured, and redeemable NCDs, each with a face value of … Read more
New Delhi — Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) on Monday formally marked the superannuation of Arunangshu Sarkar, Director (Strategy & Corporate Affairs), concluding a distinguished career that spanned close to 40 years with India’s largest oil and gas producer. Shri Sarkar joined ONGC in 1987 as a petroleum engineer and steadily rose through … Read more
Mumbai, India / London, UK / Warren, NJ — LTI Mindtree announced on Monday that it has signed a strategic, multi-year contract valued at $100 million with a leading European medical technology company specializing in advanced hearing and audiology solutions. The seven-year engagement represents one of LTI Mindtree’s largest MedTech-focused deals to date and significantly … Read more
New Delhi — Central Railway has recorded revenue of ₹404.72 crore (approximately $49 million) from the sale of scrap during the financial year 2025–26, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing “Zero Scrap” initiative aimed at improving resource efficiency and financial sustainability. As of February 11, 2026, scrap sales registered a growth of about 2.81 … Read more
