Bilaspur — Panic erupted on Monday after a massive fire broke out at a paint manufacturing factory in the Tifra industrial area on the outskirts of the city. The factory, which produces paint, tiles, and putty, was engulfed in flames within minutes, sending thick black smoke billowing across the area. According to local residents, the … Read more
New Delhi |South Eastern Coalfields Limited’s (SECL) digital transformation initiative, DigiCOAL, was presented as a model of transparent and accountable governance during a national workshop organized by India’s Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) on Wednesday. The workshop, titled “Digital Initiatives for Increasing Transparency in Governance,” was held at the SCOPE Convention Centre in New Delhi and … Read more
Bilaspur, India |A 15-member media delegation from Sikkim visited the Gevra Coal Mine in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, gaining firsthand exposure to modern, environmentally responsible coal mining practices at Asia’s largest coal-producing site. The visit was organized jointly by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Sikkim and Chhattisgarh, under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of … Read more
Bilaspur : South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) emerged as the champion of the Coal India Limited (CIL) Inter-Company Hockey Tournament 2025–26 after defeating Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) by a convincing 6–1 margin in the grand finale held at the Late B.R. Yadav International Hockey Stadium in Bahtarai, Bilaspur. The tournament, hosted under the aegis of … Read more
Bilaspur, India: A case of alleged land fraud has surfaced in Bilaspur, where the director of FM Group and his associates are accused of cheating a government employee of ₹13.5 lakh on the pretext of selling land. The complainant, Ravikant Sharma, a clerk posted at the Bilaspur Collectorate and a resident of Sai Nagar in … Read more
Bilaspur, India |In a significant step toward transparent and citizen-centric policing, the Bilaspur Police Range on Wednesday launched an innovative public feedback system titled “Anubhav”, based on QR code technology. The initiative has been conceptualized by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Shri Ramgopal Garg and aims to enable citizens to directly share their experiences and … 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
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
Mumbai: In a major scientific and ethical breakthrough, a pilot project supported by Coal India and developed at IIT Bombay has successfully demonstrated a non-violent method of silk production that allows silkworms to complete their natural life cycle. The project, titled ‘Jeevodaya’, has been developed by IIT Bombay’s Centre for Technology Alternatives for Rural Areas … Read more
Bilaspur, India |The Ministry of Coal, Government of India, has assigned Shri Harish Duhan, Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), the additional charge of Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), according to an official order issued on Friday. The additional responsibility will come into effect from February 1, 2026, and will … Read more
Bilaspur : South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) Headquarters, Bilaspur, organized a heartfelt farewell ceremony on Friday to honor three employees retiring from service. The event was held in the CMD Conference Room at the SECL Headquarters. The program was graced by the presence of Director (Human Resources) Mr. Biranchi Das as the chief guest, along … Read more
Janjgir-Champa, Chhattisgarh:Police have solved the murder case of a 21-year-old woman whose semi-nude body was found in a muddy agricultural field in Pipra village under Nawagarh police station limits. Investigations revealed that the crime was committed by her lover, who allegedly killed her by pressing her face into the mud. The accused was arrested by … Read more
Bilaspur, India — On the occasion of India’s Republic Day, two police constables from the Bilaspur district were honored at the state level for their exceptional courage and dedication to duty. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presented commendation certificates to Constables Ashish Rathore and Birendra Rajput, recognizing their fearless actions in strengthening law and … Read more
Bilaspur, India|South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) celebrated India’s 77th Republic Day with great patriotic fervor at the Vasant Vihar Ground at its headquarters in Bilaspur. The ceremonial event was led by SECL Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) Shri Harish Duhan, who unfurled the National Flag and took the salute during an impressive parade. The CMD inspected the … Read more
Bilaspur: The Women Welfare Society of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) organized a service and outreach program at Gyandeep Kanya Vidyalaya for visually impaired girls, reaffirming its commitment to social welfare and inclusive development. During the program, the children were provided with essential supplies including grocery items, fruits, biscuits, sesame laddoos, and other daily-use necessities. … Read more
Bilaspur । In line with the national vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat in the energy sector, South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) organised its first-ever Chintan Shivir on Friday at its Headquarters auditorium in Bilaspur. The high-level brainstorming conclave focused on reviewing the company’s performance, identifying gaps and formulating time-bound strategies to strengthen SECL’s future growth. Chairman-cum-Managing … Read more
Bilaspur । Shraddha Mahila Mandal of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), Bilaspur, celebrated its 20th Foundation Day with great enthusiasm and dignity at the Vasant Club, SECL Vasant Vihar Colony. The grand event witnessed the active participation of around 200 members from the headquarters as well as various operational area committees. The programme was graced … Read more
Bilaspur : South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) inaugurated a state-of-the-art Samsung V7 ultrasound (sonography) machine at its Indira Vihar Health Centre in Bilaspur on Thursday. The machine was formally inaugurated after a traditional puja ceremony by Biranchi Das, Director (Human Resources), SECL. On this occasion, CMS (Medical Services) Dr. Shruti Dev Mishra, In-charge of Indira … Read more
Bilaspur । In a major initiative aimed at strengthening healthcare services and creating employment opportunities for youth in coalfield regions, South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has partnered with the Sri Sathya Sai Health & Education Trust to establish a Healthcare Skill Development Centre in Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh. An MoU for the project was signed on … Read more
Bilaspur/Mungeli : In a significant development against organised gambling networks in Chhattisgarh, the Hon’ble Chhattisgarh High Court, Bilaspur, has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of notorious gambling kingpin Yogendra Sharma alias “Lal Maharaj”. Following the court’s strict stance, Mungeli Police have intensified efforts to arrest the accused. The case pertains to Crime No. 66/2025 registered … Read more
Bilaspur / Korba: South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has taken a major step towards strengthening public welfare infrastructure in Chhattisgarh by signing multiple Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. Through these agreements, SECL has committed a total CSR expenditure of nearly ₹11.87 crore aimed at improving healthcare facilities, early childhood … Read more
Bilaspur, December 31, 2025:South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) Headquarters, Bilaspur, accorded a warm and emotional farewell to four employees who retired from service on December 31, 2025. The farewell ceremony was held at the CMD Chamber of SECL Headquarters in the gracious presence of Chairman-cum-Managing Director Harish Duhan. On this occasion, Director (Technical–Operations) N. Franklin … Read more
