Bilaspur, India |The Coal India Medical Conference – CIMECON 2026 was formally inaugurated on Sunday at South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) in Bilaspur, marking the beginning of a major national-level medical event focused on occupational healthcare in the mining sector. The three-day conference was inaugurated by Shri Brijesh Kumar Tripathi, Chief Vigilance Officer of Coal … Read more
The pre-conference workshops and scientific sessions of the Coal India Medical Conference (CIMECON) 2026 formally commenced on Friday under the hosting of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), marking the beginning of a major national medical forum dedicated to the health and safety of mining professionals. The inaugural session was chaired by the Chief Guest, Shri … Read more
Bilaspur, India |Coal India Limited’s flagship medical conference, CIMECON 2026, will be held from February 28 to March 2 in Bilaspur, bringing together more than 250 doctors from across the country to discuss healthcare challenges and innovations in mining regions. The three-day national conference is being hosted by South Eastern Coalfields Limited, a subsidiary of … Read more
New Delhi — In a clear signal of its digital ambitions, India is charting a new course in artificial intelligence with a focus on what policymakers are calling “Sovereign AI” — homegrown, cost-effective models designed to meet local needs while keeping data within national borders. At the recent India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, … Read more
Mungeli, Chhattisgarh: In a significant step toward strengthening its organizational structure, the Bharatiya Janata Party’s youth wing, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), has officially announced the new district executive committee for Mungeli district. The announcement has generated enthusiasm and renewed energy among party workers and supporters. The decision was made under the guidance of Kiran … Read more
Bilaspur, India — A devastating road accident late Thursday night on a national highway in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh claimed the lives of four people after a truck collided head-on with an SUV, police said. The crash occurred around 2:00 a.m. on the Raipur–Ratanpur National Highway near Sambalpuri village. According to police officials, … Read more
Baloda Bazar / Palari: A serious case of alleged sexual assault has been reported from the Palari police station area in Baloda Bazar district. Acting swiftly on a woman’s complaint, the police arrested the accused within 24 hours and produced him before the court, which sent him to judicial custody. According to police officials, the … Read more
Ambikapur: Tensions flared in Ambikapur after a journalist was allegedly assaulted while covering a protest outside a private hospital, triggering widespread outrage among journalists across the district. Members of the Sarguja Press Club and local reporters staged a sit-in protest at the Kotwali police station, demanding strict action against the attackers and accountability from the … Read more
Baloda Bazar–Bhatapara: The district administration has provided major relief to five families who lost their loved ones due to natural disasters. Under Revenue Book Circular 6-4, financial assistance of ₹4 million (₹4 lakh) per family has been approved, amounting to a total relief package of ₹20 million. District Collector Deepak Soni sanctioned the aid following … Read more
Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and Economic Offences Wing (EOW) on Thursday arrested a suspended woman cashier of the State Bank of India (SBI) for allegedly embezzling more than ₹200 million (₹20.6 crore) from a bank branch in Bilaspur district. The accused has been identified as Tejavath Thirapatamma, who was posted as a cashier … Read more
New Delhi: As the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections draw closer, the Indian National Congress is witnessing intense internal competition, with multiple senior and young leaders vying for a limited number of seats. Elections to 37 Rajya Sabha seats are scheduled for March 16, while the last date for filing nominations is March 5. According to … Read more
Raipur: The Chhattisgarh Budget 2026–27, presented by Finance Minister O. P. Chaudhary, has placed agriculture at the center of the state’s development agenda, promising strong income support for farmers. While the government has projected the budget as farmer-friendly, agricultural economists caution that its long-term impact on sustainability and structural reform remains limited. As an agriculture-dependent … Read more
Dhamtari: A tense moment unfolded late at night on a state highway in Chhattisgarh’s forested Dhamtari district when a leopard was spotted sitting calmly by the roadside, forcing a car to slow down and leaving passengers inside shocked and frightened. The incident occurred near Nagri, an area surrounded by dense, hilly forests known to be … Read more
Bilaspur In the wake of a major jewellery showroom robbery in Bilaspur, city police and members of the jewellery trade held a high-level security review meeting aimed at strengthening coordination and preventing future crimes. The meeting was held at Chetna Hall in Bilasa Gudi under the chairmanship of Senior Superintendent of Police Rajnesh Singh and … 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
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
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
