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260 Couples Marry Under State Scheme, Sit for Hours in Harsh Sun Due to Poor Arrangements

Korba, Chhattisgarh : As many as 260 couples tied the knot on the same day under the Chhattisgarh government’s Chief Minister Kanya Vivah Yojana, but the mass wedding ceremony in Korba district drew criticism after newlyweds were made to sit for nearly four hours in intense sunlight due to inadequate arrangements. The event was organized … Read more

EPS-95 Higher Pension 2026: Major Breakthrough for PSU Retirees as Supreme Court Brings Final Clarity

New Delhi, After years of legal battles and administrative uncertainty, the long-pending demand for EPS-95 Higher Pension has reached a decisive turning point in 2026. Backed by the Supreme Court’s final stance and improved digital systems of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), thousands of Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) retirees are now closer to receiving … Read more

Two Arrested in Prostitution Racket at Hotel in Durg District

Durg, India |Durg Police have arrested two individuals in connection with an alleged prostitution racket operating from a lodge in the Chhawani area of Durg district, officials said on Sunday. According to the police, a tip-off was received on February 9 regarding immoral trafficking activities being carried out at a hotel located within the Chhawani … Read more

Motorcycle Theft Gang Busted in Bhilai, Four Cases Solved

Durg, India |Durg Police have arrested a three-member gang involved in motorcycle thefts across multiple police station areas in Bhilai, successfully solving four separate cases linked to the group. According to police officials, on February 10, Supela Police received a tip-off that three individuals were searching for buyers to sell a motorcycle near Supela Chowk. … Read more

Durg Police Arrest 21-Year-Old Man With Over 2 Kg of Marijuana in Bhilai

Durg, India |In a major action against drug trafficking, Durg Police arrested a 21-year-old man and seized more than two kilograms of illegal marijuana during a joint operation in Bhilai Nagar, officials said on Tuesday. The arrest was made on February 9 after Bhilai Nagar Police received a tip-off that a man was roaming around … Read more

Election Commission Issues Transfer and Posting Guidelines Ahead of Assembly Polls in Five States

New Delhi : Ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in five states and one Union Territory, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued detailed instructions regarding the transfer and posting of officials directly involved in the conduct of elections. The guidelines apply to Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry, where elections are … Read more

Political Pressure Mounts on Chhattisgarh Government as Arjun Munda Backs D.Ed Aspirants

Raipur : The ongoing protest by D.Ed-qualified candidates over the Chhattisgarh Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2023 has now gained national attention, with former Union Minister and ex-Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda stepping in to support the agitating aspirants. His intervention has significantly increased political pressure on the Vishnu Deo Sai-led state government. In a letter addressed … Read more

Has India Chosen a “Middle Path” on Chabahar? Balancing Act Amid Rising U.S.–Iran Tensions

New Delhi: India appears to be quietly stepping back from the strategic Chabahar Port project in Iran, signaling a cautious recalibration of its foreign policy amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. The move has sparked debate over whether New Delhi is choosing a “middle path” to protect its broader geopolitical and economic … Read more

India’s Tier-2 Cities Shine in Latest Livability Rankings: Pune to Indore Make the Top 10

New Delhi, INDIA — India’s smaller and mid-sized urban centers — often called Tier-2 cities — are gaining ground as attractive places to live, work, and raise families, according to the Economic Survey 2025–26, released by the Government of India. For decades, major metropolitan hubs like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru were widely considered the most … Read more

Opposition Raises Concerns Over Unemployment, Seeks Clarity on India–US Trade Deal

New Delhi: Opposition parties in India’s Rajya Sabha on Tuesday expressed serious concerns over rising unemployment and accused the government of failing to present concrete job-creation measures in the Union Budget 2026–27. They also demanded detailed clarification from the government on the recently announced India–United States trade agreement, citing conflicting claims made by US officials. … Read more

NGT Issues Notice to Centre and Meghalaya Government Over Illegal Coal Mine Blast

New Delhi: India’s National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken suo motu cognisance of a deadly explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district and issued notices to the Central government, the Meghalaya government, and other concerned authorities. The tribunal acted after taking note of a media report titled “18 Killed in … Read more

₹69.3 Million Released to Sugarcane Farmers, Major Relief for Bhoraamdev Sugar Mill Growers

Kawardha, India: Sugarcane farmers associated with the Bhoraamdev Cooperative Sugar Factory in Kawardha received a major financial boost after the mill transferred ₹69.3 million (₹6.93 crore) directly into farmers’ bank accounts, bringing much-needed relief to growers who had been awaiting long-pending payments. With this latest installment, the total amount disbursed to farmers has reached ₹467.7 … Read more

Meitei Alliance Urges PM Modi to Declare Illegal Poppy Cultivation in Manipur a National Security Threat

New Delhi: The Meitei Alliance, a coalition of Meitei diaspora organizations, has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to declare illegal poppy cultivation in Manipur a matter of national security and an environmental emergency, citing its deep links to drug trafficking, organized crime, and the prolonged crisis in the state. In a memorandum submitted to … Read more

ECI Tells Supreme Court of “Deliberate, Systematic Attempts” to Derail SIR in West Bengal

New Delhi : The Election Commission of India (ECI) has informed the Supreme Court that there are deliberate and well-planned efforts underway to derail, cripple, and obstruct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal. In an additional affidavit submitted to the apex court, the ECI described the situation as a matter … Read more

Chandigarh Woman Loses ₹80,000 in Fake Blinkit Customer Care Scam After Google Search

Chandigarh, India: A woman in Chandigarh lost nearly ₹80,000 (approximately $960) after falling victim to a fake customer care scam linked to the quick-commerce app Blinkit. The fraud began when she searched for a customer support number on Google to report a damaged grocery order. According to officials, the woman had placed a grocery order … Read more

Bulldozer Action Sparks Uproar in Dhamtari Village, Locals Protest Encroachment Drive

Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh: Tensions flared in Piparchedi village under the Arjuni police station limits of Dhamtari district after the district administration launched a bulldozer operation against illegal encroachments on government land. The action, carried out on Monday, triggered strong resistance from local residents, forcing authorities to temporarily halt the drive. As soon as heavy machinery was … Read more

Valentine’s Day 2026: From ‘Rahman Daku’ to ‘Darling’, These Indian Film Stars Are Still Single

Hyderabad: Bollywood and Indian cinema stars often dominate headlines not just for their films, but also for their personal lives. Dating rumors, high-profile relationships, and breakups frequently make news. Yet, despite being linked with several names over the years, many popular stars continue to remain single—even as Valentine’s Day 2026 approaches. Here’s a look at … Read more

Fear and Flight in North Asansol Village After Blanket Distribution Controversy

Asansol, West Bengal: A village in the North Asansol Assembly constituency has witnessed a wave of fear and uncertainty, with several men allegedly fleeing their homes amid apprehension of police action following a controversy linked to a blanket distribution program. The incident has revived memories of a tragic stampede that occurred nearly three years ago … Read more

Supreme Court Upholds Madras High Court Order on Tirupparankundram Hills

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday upheld a Madras High Court ruling that restricts animal sacrifice and limits Muslim prayers on the Tirupparankundram Hills in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, stating that the High Court’s October 2025 order was balanced and required no interference. A bench comprising Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice P.B. Varale heard the … Read more

Compassionate Appointment Is Not a Right but an Exception: Central Information Commission

New Delhi: The Central Information Commission (CIC) has ruled that employment granted on compassionate grounds in government departments is not a vested right but an exception to the normal recruitment process, while flagging serious transparency and administrative shortcomings in how such appointments are handled. In an order with wide-ranging implications for public administration, the CIC … Read more

REC Limited Wins ICC Green Urja and Energy Efficiency Award

New Delhi: REC Limited, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under India’s Ministry of Power and one of the country’s leading non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), has been awarded the prestigious Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Green Urja and Energy Efficiency Award. The company received the Gold Award in the category “Excellence Award for Financial Institutions … Read more

Workshop on Cashless Treatment Scheme 2025 for Road Accident Victims Held in Mungeli

Mungeli |Under the direction of Superintendent of Police Bhojram Patel, IPS, a district-level workshop was organized in Mungeli to create awareness and ensure swift implementation of the Cashless Treatment Scheme 2025 for road accident victims, recently launched by the Government of India. The workshop focused on the integrated use of iRAD and eDAR digital platforms … Read more

Massive Anti-Narcotics Crackdown in Mahasamund: 132.5 kg of Marijuana Seized, 11 Arrested Within 24 Hours

Mahasamund | Under Operation Nishchay, the Mahasamund Anti-Narcotics Task Force carried out three swift and coordinated operations within 24 hours, delivering a major blow to interstate marijuana trafficking networks. Acting with end-to-end precision, police successfully apprehended wholesale suppliers and buyers within six hours of intelligence inputs. In the three separate cases registered at Singhora, Komakhan, … Read more

Reaching Government Schemes to Rural Areas and Ensuring Benefits for Eligible Citizens Is Our Priority: Shrikant Pandey

Pathariya (Sonpuri). Ensuring that information about government welfare schemes reaches rural areas and that eligible beneficiaries receive their rightful benefits remains our top priority, said Shrikant Pandey, President of the Mungeli District Panchayat. He was speaking as the chief guest at the Annual Function and Talent Felicitation Ceremony आयोजित at Maharani Lakshmibai Shishu Mandir School, … Read more