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Raipur, India: Former Chhattisgarh excise minister and Konta legislator Kawasi Lakhma was released from Raipur Central Jail on Tuesday after the Supreme Court granted him interim bail in the alleged liquor scam case. Lakhma had spent nearly a year in custody. Calling his release a “victory of truth,” Lakhma thanked the judiciary and said he … Read more
Tezpur, India: A police officer was killed in a tiger attack inside the Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary in eastern Arunachal Pradesh, officials confirmed on Monday. The incident occurred late at night on February 2, when the officer was traveling on a motorcycle through the forested Roing–Mayodia road. The victim has been identified as Head Constable Chikseng … Read more
New Delhi: Passengers traveling on the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express will now have the option to enjoy non-vegetarian meals, as the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) continues to upgrade onboard services. The move applies to the Howrah–Kamakhya and Kamakhya–Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper Express trains. According to IRCTC, the enhanced menu includes chicken-based non-vegetarian … Read more
New Delhi | India’s services sector began 2026 on a strong note, with business activity accelerating in January as demand improved and companies stepped up hiring. According to data released by S&P Global, the HSBC India Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 58.5 in January, up from 58.0 in December, marking a solid expansion … Read more
Bilaspur, India |South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) on Tuesday hosted the grand inauguration of the Coal India Inter-Company Hockey Tournament 2025–26 at the Late Shri B.R. Yadav International Hockey Stadium, Bahtarai, marking the return of the prestigious event to SECL after nearly ten years. The four-day tournament, scheduled from February 4 to February 7, features … Read more
Janjgir-Champa, Chhattisgarh: A serious case involving alleged misuse of journalism as a cover for extortion and intimidation has surfaced in Janjgir-Champa district. Public representatives from Gram Panchayat Putpura have submitted a formal memorandum to the Superintendent of Police, demanding strict legal action against a youth accused of posing as a journalist and obstructing government development … Read more
Begusarai/Patna | The S Bharat A new social churn is unfolding in Bihar, with its epicenter in Begusarai—once known as the “Leningrad of Bihar” for its Leftist politics and now a BJP stronghold. This time, the battle is not ideological or electoral, but existential. At stake is the identity of one of Bihar’s most politically … Read more
Mungeli, Chhattisgarh — In a significant setback for government employees accused of securing jobs using fake disability certificates, the Supreme Court of India has upheld the Chhattisgarh High Court’s verdict in the widely discussed Mungeli case. The apex court clearly stated that there is no need for any interference in the High Court’s decision, allowing … Read more
Kawardha, Chhattisgarh: In a major administrative action, District Marketing Officer (DMO) Abhishek Mishra has been suspended in connection with a ₹7 crore paddy shortage case in Kawardha district of Chhattisgarh. The suspension was ordered by the Managing Director at the state level in Raipur, citing the officer’s misleading and irresponsible statements made to the media. … Read more
Janjgir-Champa, Chhattisgarh: Members of the fishermen community staged a major protest against the Fisheries Department in Janjgir-Champa district on Tuesday, accusing officials of corruption and irregularities in the allotment of ponds for fish farming. The protestors blocked the main road outside the Fisheries Department office at Kulipota, bringing traffic to a standstill for nearly three … Read more
Manendragarh–Chirmiri–Bharatpur, India:A major burglary has shaken residents of Chhirmiri city after unidentified thieves broke into a locked house and stole valuables worth an estimated ₹22–25 lakh (approximately 250,000). The incident occurred while the homeowner’s family was out of town for medical treatment. According to police and local residents, the burglary took place in the SECL … Read more
Kondagaon, Chhattisgarh |Kondagaon Police have successfully busted an interstate gang involved in large-scale theft of batteries from mobile towers, arresting four accused and seizing stolen property worth over ₹13.22 lakh, officials said on Monday. The operation was carried out under the guidance of Superintendent of Police Pankaj Chandra, following a complaint filed on February 1 … Read more
Janjgir-Champa, Chhattisgarh | Health News Sometimes a decision does not create immediate noise, but it quietly reflects deeper concerns within a system. A recent administrative move in the Janjgir-Champa district health department has triggered similar questions about transparency, propriety, and governance. Dr. Anita Shrivastava, who assumed charge as the In-Charge Chief Medical and Health Officer … Read more
Kanker, Chhattisgarh: In a significant step toward enhancing women’s safety and preventing crimes against women, the Kanker District Police have officially launched a special initiative called the “Women Defense Team.” The initiative aims to ensure the safety of women and girls, prevent crimes against them, provide quick assistance during emergencies, and create a safer environment … Read more
Chennai, : Veteran music director S.P. Venkatesh, one of the most influential composers in Malayalam cinema during the 1990s, passed away at the age of 70. He breathed his last on Tuesday morning at his residence in Chennai, sending shockwaves across the South Indian film industry. S.P. Venkatesh was a defining musical voice of an … Read more
New Delhi: Senior leaders in India have welcomed the newly finalized India–United States trade agreement, calling it a historic step that will significantly strengthen bilateral economic relations between the two democracies. Under the agreement, the United States has decided to reduce tariffs on Indian imports from 25 percent to 18 percent. The decision followed high-level … Read more
Washington, D.C. — The United States and India finalized a far-reaching trade and energy agreement Monday that will significantly lower U.S. tariffs on Indian goods to 18% and formalizes India’s commitment to phase out imports of Russian crude oil, officials said. The announcement came from U.S. President Donald Trump following a phone call with Indian … Read more
New Delhi: RITES Limited, a Navratna public sector enterprise and a leading transport infrastructure consultancy, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) to strengthen locomotive leasing, maintenance, and rail logistics across SAIL’s nationwide operations. The agreement aims to improve the efficiency and reliability of rail-based material … Read more
New Delhi: In a major boost to India’s green energy and sustainable agriculture ambitions, NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Limited, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Assago Industries Private Limited to set up a large-scale Green Urea manufacturing facility. The agreement was signed at NTPC Bhawan in … Read more
Bilaspur, India | South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has taken a major step toward improving public healthcare in Chhattisgarh by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch an AI-enabled mobile medical unit focused on the prevention and treatment of tuberculosis (TB) and other lung-related diseases. Under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, SECL has … Read more
Bilaspur, India: In a significant ruling on matrimonial law, the Chhattisgarh High Court has held that a wife who lives separately from her husband without a valid and justifiable reason is not entitled to receive maintenance. The court upheld an earlier order of the Family Court in Bilaspur denying monthly maintenance to the wife. The … Read more
Indira Vihar, SECL. The Women’s Welfare Society (Mahila Kalyan Samaj), Indira Vihar, SECL, organized a religious and cultural program featuring Rudrabhishek, Havan, Aarti, and a community feast (Bhandara) with the objective of promoting spiritual harmony and social unity. The program was held with deep devotion and reverence at the Rameshwaram Shivalaya Temple in Indira Vihar. … Read more
Kolkata — Coal India Limited (CIL) formally honored five of its most respected senior leaders at a retirement felicitation ceremony held at the company’s Corporate Headquarters in Kolkata. The event marked the superannuation of five long-serving professionals whose decades of service significantly contributed to the organization’s growth, stability, and corporate culture. The leaders honored on … Read more
Gariaband, Chhattisgarh — Violence broke out between two communities in Dutkaiya village of Chhattisgarh’s Gariaband district on Sunday night, leaving several homes burned and multiple police personnel injured after stones were thrown at security forces, officials said. The situation escalated rapidly following a clash between local residents, prompting the deployment of a heavy police force … Read more
